Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

November 19, 2022: Premier Americana - Day Three

Sat, Nov 19, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 2452

AMERICAN RUSTIC CAST-IRON GARDEN BENCH / SETTEE,

Estimate: $300 - $500
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$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
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AMERICAN RUSTIC CAST-IRON GARDEN BENCH / SETTEE,, cast in four sections, entirely of intertwined oak branches with acorns and leaves, raised on conforming trunk legs joined by entwined serpents. No manufacturer's mark located. Probably Janes, Beebe & Co., New York City, NY, or the Tredegar Iron Works, Richmond, VA. Second half 19th century. 32 1/2" HOA, 13 x 32" seat.
Provenance: From an important Virginia private collection.
Catalogue Note: A similar example, attributed to Tredegar Iron Works in Richmond, VA, is in the collection of the Valentine Museum in Richmond.
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Condition

Very good weathered condition with small loss to back.