Emporium Auctions
Thu, Sep 9, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 61
Group of 15 Early Iron and Tin Lighting Tools
Estimate: $400 - $600
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 |
American/Continental, probably 18th/19th century, comprising: nine wrought iron lighting fixtures of varying size and form, largest 24 in.; pair of iron push up candlesticks, brass bands, 11 in.; three iron wick trimmers, largest 7 in.; one tin two-tube candle mold, 4-7/8 x 2-5/8 x 1-5/8 in.
Provenance: Former Leonard Collection, North Carolina; Private Collection, North CarolinaCondition
all with surface dirt and accretion, rust and corrosion, some dents and warping to metal, some wax accretion; three with some plaster(?) residue to ends; candle cup on square tray example coming loose from base; candle mold with some rust and discoloration to the surfaces, some dents, a separation at one corner, and some white solder residue visible (possibly a repair)
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