STAIR
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Thursday Morning at Stair

Thu, Nov 19, 2020 11:00AM EST
Lot 34

German Gilt-Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Late 19th Century

Estimate: $600 - $800
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Decorated with children playing the tambourine in relief.

9 3/4 x 13 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (overall), the aperture 2 1/4 in. diam. (the interior).

Note: The model lacks a water reservoir as the tradition at the time was to harvest the tree December 24th to decorate and was taken down shortly after new year. Feather trees, the forerunner to artificial trees were also popular at this time and used in stands like this one.

Condition

The bottom aperture turns and the four legs detach for flat storage. Expected wear, the painting has probably been refreshed. Nice aged patina and in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.