Fine & Decorative Arts – Day Two
Sat, Oct 15, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 2089
VERY FINE ENGLISH BRASS-BOUND MAHOGANY GENTLEMAN'S TRAVELING CASE,
Estimate: $400 - $600
Sold for
$1,265
Sold Price includes BP
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VERY FINE ENGLISH BRASS-BOUND MAHOGANY GENTLEMAN'S TRAVELING CASE, in remarkable original condition retaining gilt red leather fitted interior retaining a variety of original accoutrements, including a set of eight shell-handled G. Johnson straight razors, as well as a W. A. Smith "INIMITABLE STRAP" razor strop, interior of lid with removable stand-up mirror, and three marked German 0.812 silver pieces consisting of a pitcher with "WCH" maker's mark, a shaving bowl with "KD" or "HD" maker's mark, and a hinged spherical container, possibly a potpourri holder, with reticulated top having "WCH" maker's mark. Together with original leather outer carrying case. Total weight of three marked German 0.812 silver pieces: 23.215 ozt. Mid 19th century. 6 3/4" H, 16" W.
Provenance: Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum, Richmond, VA to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.
Excellent overall condition with minor wear. Leather outer case as-is with breaks and losses.
Provenance: Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum, Richmond, VA to benefit collections care, preservation and future acquisitions.
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