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American Folk Art sheet iron trade sign

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Item Details

Description

American Folk Art sheet iron trade sign, Late 19th c., from a Mid-Western gun shop, depicting a buffalo and rifle, accompanied by original purchase invoice, 20"h x 38"w

Provenance: From the Estate of Nancy R. and Myron L. Mayer, New York City; American Primitive, New York - Purchased 9/30/83 - $950

Condition

Good/Fair, overall surface corrosion, otherwise intact with no repairs or restorations observed **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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American Folk Art sheet iron trade sign

Name: American Folk Art sheet iron trade sign
SKU: 84860640
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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