Day 3: Fine Art & Decorative Works
Sat, Jul 18, 2015 09:00AM EDT - Sun, Jul 19, 2015 09:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 541
Thomas Webb & Sons(?) Cased Uranium
Estimate: $250 - $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 |
Glass Cologne Bottle
English, late 19th century, flattened spherical form, uranium cased over white glass, finely ground turquoise glass bordered by maroon and gilded glass, with detailed gilded fringe, giving the appearance of Persian carpet, Englilsh silver screw cap, marks for Birmingham, partial maker and date mark, .925 fine, other marks illegible, 4-1/2 in. cap worn from much polishing, condition of bottle and its decoration good. Notes: Fond owner regards this as her 'magic carpet' bottle, with yellow background representing the sands of the Sahara.. Provenance: Creech Collection, North Carolina
cap worn from much polishing, condition of bottle and its decoration good
