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  • Small Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 49

    Small Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 50

    Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 51

    Wrought Iron Rotary Toaster

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Small Wrought Iron Revolving Grill
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 52

    Small Wrought Iron Revolving Grill

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Wrought Iron Hanging Toaster, (26)
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 53

    Wrought Iron Hanging Toaster, (26)

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Small Wrought Iron Fish Roaster
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 54

    Small Wrought Iron Fish Roaster

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Small Handled Rotary Roaster with Fender Hook
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 55

    Small Handled Rotary Roaster with Fender Hook

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Wrought Iron Pipe Tongs
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 56

    Wrought Iron Pipe Tongs

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Brass and Iron Ladle
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 57

    Brass and Iron Ladle

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Brass and Wrought Iron Ladle
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 58

    Brass and Wrought Iron Ladle

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Brass and Copper Ladle
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 59

    Brass and Copper Ladle

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Brass Skimmer with Curved Handle
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 60

    Brass Skimmer with Curved Handle

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Wrought Iron Hearth Fork
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 61

    Wrought Iron Hearth Fork

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Wrought Iron Hearth Fork
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 62

    Wrought Iron Hearth Fork

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Wrought Iron Hearth Fork
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 63

    Wrought Iron Hearth Fork

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Wrought Iron Hearth Fork
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 64

    Wrought Iron Hearth Fork

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Wrought Iron Shovel and Peel
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 65

    Wrought Iron Shovel and Peel

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Three Wrought Iron Peels with Ram's-head Finials
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 66

    Three Wrought Iron Peels with Ram's-head Finials

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Wrought Iron Long-handled Spoon
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 67

    Wrought Iron Long-handled Spoon

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Set of Four Graduated Copper Measures
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 68

    Set of Four Graduated Copper Measures

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Large Round Copper Measure
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 69

    Large Round Copper Measure

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Large Round Copper Measure
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 70

    Large Round Copper Measure

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Set of Three Round Copper Measures
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 71

    Set of Three Round Copper Measures

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Set of Four Graduated Copper Measures
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 72

    Set of Four Graduated Copper Measures

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Copper Measure
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 73

    Copper Measure

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Copper Measure
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 74

    Copper Measure

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Copper Measure
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 75

    Copper Measure

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Copper Measure, (753)
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 76

    Copper Measure, (753)

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Three Copper Measures
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 77

    Three Copper Measures

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Eleven Small Measures
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 78

    Eleven Small Measures

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Flintlock Pistol-form Tinder Lighter
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 79

    Flintlock Pistol-form Tinder Lighter

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Pistol-form Flintlock Tinder Lighter
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 80

    Pistol-form Flintlock Tinder Lighter

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Iron Tinder Lighter
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 81

    Iron Tinder Lighter

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Wrought Iron Two-Light Candlestand, (344)
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 82

    Wrought Iron Two-Light Candlestand, (344)

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Wrought Iron Two-Light Candlestand, (320)
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 83

    Wrought Iron Two-Light Candlestand, (320)

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Wrought Iron and Brass Standing Fireplace Tool Holder, (702)
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 84

    Wrought Iron and Brass Standing Fireplace Tool Holder, ...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Large Iron Jamb Hook, (690)
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 85

    Large Iron Jamb Hook, (690)

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Wrought Iron Taper Jack
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 86

    Wrought Iron Taper Jack

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Wrought Iron Hearth Tongs
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 87

    Wrought Iron Hearth Tongs

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Three Pairs of  Ember Tongs
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 88

    Three Pairs of Ember Tongs

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Pair of Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons, (167)
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 89

    Pair of Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons, (167)

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Pair of Small Cast Iron Andirons with Tree Decoration, (169)
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 90

    Pair of Small Cast Iron Andirons with Tree Decoration, ...

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Two Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Andirons, (168)
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 91

    Two Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Andirons, (168)

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Two Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 92

    Two Pairs of Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Pair of Signed Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons, (166)
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 93

    Pair of Signed Small Wrought Iron Gooseneck Andirons, (...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Cast Iron Dog-form Firedogs with Skewers
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 94

    Cast Iron Dog-form Firedogs with Skewers

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Miniature Red-painted Pine Settle Bench
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 100

    Miniature Red-painted Pine Settle Bench

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Miniature Federal Demilune Console Table
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 101

    Miniature Federal Demilune Console Table

    Est.
    $400 - $600

Auction Description

American Furniture & Decorative Arts by Bonhams Skinner

A scrimshaw whale’s tooth by Frederick Myrick of Nantucket leads an impressive array of nautical antiques, American antique furniture, folk art, textiles, and more at the October auction. Several private collections will also be offered.

Preview Times

October 23, 12PM–5PM
October 24, 12PM–8PM
October 25, 12PM–5PM

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Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

bidsquare@bonhamsskinner.com

Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Shipping Info

Please visit http://www.skinnerinc.com/services/payment-and-shipping/ for information regarding the collection of items purchased at auction. 

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014