Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

The Estate of Peter H. Tillou | Day 1

Thu, Sep 29, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 94

Pair of Gothic Architectural Tiles

Estimate: $600 - $900

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

German, comprising: rectangular carved tile with design of a kingly figure holding scepter, within ornately carved arch, 11-1/4 x 7-1/4 in.; rectangular carved tile with design of figure holding pole and sword, within ornately carved arch, 11-1/4 x 7-1/4 in.

Note: With a photo from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA containing description card on back, letter from Michele D. Marincola from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA stating that the tiles are similar to those published in Der Kachelofen by Rosamarie Franz, and excerpts from Der Kachelofen.

Provenance: The Estate of Peter H. Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut

Condition

losses to borders and backs, condition consistent with age and use

Purchased items will be available for pick up or shipping from our Asheville, North Carolina auction facility within ten business days of the auction will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser's risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be packed by an agent such as a packaging store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment is received. Shipment of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We are happy to provide names of carriers and shippers if a purchaser so requests. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items.