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Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow | May 20, 2023

Sat, May 20, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 105

Fine Rare American Classical Carved Giltwood Eagle Figural Sconce

Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

probably Boston, circa 1800-1820, large impressively conceived sconce with bold spread wing eagle over deeply carved shell above scrolling leafage and two candle arms, candle arms with "beehive" sockets, all above a leafy anthemion motif, Eastern white pine (by microanalysis) with gesso and gilding, 34-1/2 x 15-1/2 in.

Condition

in fine condition, original gilding with some surface wear, minor retouch, and areas of possible regilding, minor shrinkage crack at central shell, typical minor cracking at candle arms, some other possible repairs (later color at back)

Milly McGehee, purchased November 2000 (accompanied by original invoice);
Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow