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Thursday Morning at Stair

Thu, Nov 19, 2020 11:00AM EST
Lot 40

German Painted Iron Christmas Tree Stand with Cherub Form Supports, Late 19th Century

Estimate: $300 - $500
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

Cast mark 'D.G.M. SCH.' 'Pat. i Ausl'

9 1/2 x 11 x 11 in. (overall), the aperture 1 7/8 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. This stand has an unusual wrench mechanism to base.

Condition

Minor losses, a crack to the collar. Oxidation, wear and encrustation consistent with age and use. Otherwise in good condition. Nice aged patina. 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.