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Emporium Auction - September 14, 2023

Thu, Sep 14, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 28

Victorian Polychrome Porcelain and Brass Mounted Oak Double Tap Beer Dispenser

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

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$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
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$10,000 $1,000
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$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

late 19th century, brass finialed porcelain taps painted with floral sprays, brass spouts, oak case with pint glass shelf, interior with original pumps, 61-1/2 x 16-3/4 x 12 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Charleston, South Carolina

Condition

overall structurally sound, scattered wear and oxidation to metal components, painted porcelain with abrasions and minor paint losses, oak case with worn surface, interior tube connected to pumps appears to be later, functionality not tested

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Private Collection, Charleston, South Carolina