Day 2 Fine Western, American, European Works
Sat, Nov 7, 2015 09:00AM EST - Sun, Nov 8, 2015 09:00AM EST
Live Auction
Lot 502
Two Large-Scale Silk Embroideries
Estimate: $800 - $1,500
Bid Increments
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| $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, early 20th century, depicting Mill #1 and Mill #2 of the Plymouth Cordage Company (1825-1965) Plymouth, Massachusetts, one with "Hurrah for the Work" on a bottom green banner, silk on silk ground, both 34 x 16 in., painted wood frames needlework with "Hurrah" has 9 in. vertical tear on silk ground, both with losses and fraying on edges, extensive staining, fading and loose in frames. Notes: The Plymouth Cordage Company was the largest rope maker in the nation during the height of the sailing ships.. Provenance: Said to be collection of Herbert Hemphill, Jr., founder of the American Folk
Art Museum
needlework with "Hurrah" has 9 in. vertical tear on silk ground, both with losses and fraying on edges, extensive staining, fading and loose in frames
Condition
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