01-10-200901-10-2009
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2440Boston
January 10, 2009 10:00 AMCalender
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Six Whimsical Figural Match Safes

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$593$500
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2440Location: BostonDate / Time: January 10, 2009 10:00AM

Description:

Six Whimsical Figural Match Safes, late 19th/early 20th century, comprising a gilt metal skull, turtle, figure of Punch, and a swaddled baby with blue enamel advertising for "Charles Mann, Grand Hotel, Aberdeen," a white metal and leather covered lady's leg, and a white metal pair of men's trousers, lg. 2 1/4 to 2 7/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

Keywords

Aberdeen, blue enamel advertising, Grand Hotel, gilt metal skull, white metal pair