03-06-201103-06-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2538BBoston
March 6, 2011 11:00 AMCalender
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Carved Wooden Eagle Figural Bowsprit

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$3,081$2,600
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2538BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 06, 2011 11:00AM

Description:

Carved Wooden Eagle Figural Bowsprit, probably America, c. 1880, full-body spreadwing figure mounted on rockery, weathered white-painted surface, ht. 21 1/2, wd. 47 1/2, dp. 24 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,800

Joinery separation onlegs/base, age cracks, on back and wing, feet, and base, loss on top bill tip, one wing tip.