A Large Polychrome Painted Sheet Metal Eagle Crest, 19th Century
Sale 1278 - The Donald F. Moylan, M.D. Collection of American Furniture, Folk & Decorative Arts, Part I
Nov 3, 2023
10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
Estimate
$2,000 -
$4,000
Sold for $8,820
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
A Large Polychrome Painted Sheet Metal Eagle Crest, 19th Century
Likely Massachusetts, 19th Century
Height 36 x width 61 inches.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
In the 1960s, this crest was purportedly removed from the wall of a Massachusetts meeting house by a local antique dealer.
Condition Report
In overall fair and stable condition, considering age and use. Significant weathering from display outside, including rust, pitting, scratching, and paint loss and flaking throughout, with notable areas of flaking to proper left wing. Multiple areas of bending and denting to protruding areas of wing tips and tail. Paperclips applied to underside of lower right wing, not removed out of concern for integrity of painted surface. Adequately sturdy for display.
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