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Lot 1119

HENRY FACHS (NEW YORK) PATENTED BRASS / SHEET-METAL EAGLE WALL HANGING

Estimate: $200 - $300
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HENRY FACHS (NEW YORK) PATENTED BRASS / SHEET-METAL EAGLE WALL HANGING, multipart composition of shaped and relief-molded brass on the front and sheet metal at reverse, in the shape of a spread-winged eagle facing left, with several punched holes and applied hanging apparatus at rear, an applied plaque with a patent date, and two large screws (plus two smaller reinforcing screws) which would allow the wings to be removed if taken out. Old gilt surface. Late 19th/early 20th century. 24 3/4" L, from wingtip to wingtip.
Catalogue Note: The September 15th, 1891 date refers to US Patent No. 459,683, an improvement in the manufacture of "Spread-Eagles" conceived by Henry Fachs of New York City. The patent specifically covers the fact that its wings can be unscrewed in the rear, allowing for easy disassembly. Why was this idea important enough to compel Fachs to go through the trouble of patenting it? We can only speculate.

Condition

Very good condition overall with some losses to gilding at front and scattered corrosion to rear, some bending possibly as made; minor tears around eagle's neck mostly at rear. Reverse screws are badly rusted so the eagle should probably not be disassembled.

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From the estate collection of Katharine "Kitty Sue" Pease, Los Angeles, CA.