Premier Auction | Session III
Sat, Dec 7, 2019 09:00AM EST
Lot 1465
Pair of Tole Tea Canister Lamps
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 |
British, 19th/20th century, two large tea canisters fitted as lamps, chinoiserie motifs, floral sprays, marked "3" and "4", 32 in.; Note: Height listed in item description is total height, individual canister dimensions are 20-3/4 x 12 x 11 in.; Provenance: A Private New York Collection
wear consistent with age and use; residue buildup to exteriors, scattered areas of paint loss, chips; canister marked "4" coming loose from base; lamp with canister marked "3" missing lock; not tested for functionality
