Single Owner Auction - The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr. of Newnan, Georgia
Sat, Sep 12, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 283
Pair of Boston Federal Brass Andirons
Estimate: $300 - $500
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 |
attributed to John Molineux, Boston, early 19th century, each with lemon top over tapered column support on square plinth, spurred arched feet, brass log stops, 20 x 11-1/2 x 21 in.Note: A nearly identical pair of andirons signed by Molineux is illustrated in Fennimore, Metalwork in Early America, catalog no. 69.; Provenance: The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia
surface wear and distress consistent with use, polish residue
