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

August 24, 2023: Summer Americana: Day One

Thu, Aug 24, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 543

AMERICAN SEWER TILE ARTICLES, LOT OF SIX

Estimate: $100 - $200
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AMERICAN SEWER TILE ARTICLES, LOT OF SIX, comprising a square-form stem lamp base with diamond pattern having a hollow center and incised "EG" and "XIX" to underside, and five figural pieces including a large-eared cat with incised features, two frogs including one incised "1911" to underside, a Kate Greenaway-style boy and girl couple under an umbrella, and a 1 1/4" H miniature squirrel. Probably Ohio. Late 19th/first quarter 20th century. 4 3/4" HOA.
Literature: Adamson - Illustrated Handbook of Ohio Sewer Pipe Folk Art, miniature squirrel p. 64, fig. bottom. 

Condition

Five undamaged; cat having tail broken and glued.

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From the William D. Annable estate, Oberlin, OH.