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(Lot) Souvenir Architectural Building Models & Statuettes

Price realized
$1,016
Pre-sale estimate
$80 – $150
Hammer price
$800
Category
Metal & Woodwork
Sold
September 6, 2024
Sale
DAY 1- SPECTACULAR SEPTEMBER ANTIQUES & ESTATES AUCTION

Lot description

(lot) Souvenir and commemorative architectural models, comprising buildings and tourist attractions, various materials and finishes, including coin banks, thermostats, and statuettes, highlights include: (1) Madonna of the Trail, (1) State Capitol box, Austin, Texas, (1) Commercial Bank of Ethiopia coin bank, (1) National Bank of Commerce of San Antonio coin bank, (1) Bunker Hill Monument thermostat, (1) Magnolia Hotel, Dallas, Texas, (4) small models of the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France, (1) St. Louis, Missouri bell, (2) Maid of the Mist salt and pepper shakers, (1) San Jacinto Monument pencil sharpener, largest: approx 8 7/8"h, 3 5/8"w, 3 5/8"d, smallest: approx 1.25"h, 2 3/8"w, 0.75"d, 46.7lbs total Note: THERE ARE NO CONDITION REPORTS AVAILABLE ON THE SOUVENIR LOTS. This lot contains both vintage and newer items. Many will have small imperfections, dents and minor loss.  Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there are no refunds based on condition Provenance: from a fine Houston estate

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.