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Lot 86

A PAIR OF EARLY VICTORIAN CAST IRON GARDEN BENCHES
In the "Twig and Serpent" design, each back and seat composed of tied oak branches with leaves and acorns, the ends with entwined snakes.
Height 85cm, Width 126cm, Depth 60cm

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

Sold for $3,000

In good condition, with light rust overall, one bench rustier than the other.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


The popular pattern was designed by McDowell, Stevenson & Co of Glasgow, circa 1840 and was later copied by other foundries in the UK as well as the USA and an example is held in the collections of the Smithsonian Institution.

The Collector's Auction

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8751
2:00pm - 17 September 2024
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra

VIEWING
Fri 13 - Sun 15 Sep, 10am - 4pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen St, Woollahra NSW

CONTACT
Madeleine Norton
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au


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