Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
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March 20, 2024: Americana - Day One

Wed, Mar 20, 2024 09:00AM EDT
  • Tobacciana
Lot 195

CONTINENTAL CERAMIC GAMES / SPORTS FIGURAL HUMIDORS, LOT OF THREE

Estimate: $80 - $120
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CONTINENTAL CERAMIC GAMES / SPORTS FIGURAL HUMIDORS, LOT OF THREE, comprising one figure wearing a robe with hood and holding playing cards in his hands and two bowler examples including one older figure with beard and one example holding a pipe in left hand, two having sponge holder top. Marks to underside include impressed "JM", "Austria", and each with various numerals. Johann Maresch, Austria; and others. Late 19th/early 20th century. 8 1/4" HOA.
Published: Horowitz - Figural Humidors, Mostly Victorian, older bowler p. 81, fig. 366.

Condition

Older bowler undamaged; figure with cards having some restoration to top and base; bowler with pipe having restoration to back.

From the collection of Allen Gurst, Delray Beach, FL.