Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(Lot) Souvenir Architectural Building Models & Statuettes, European Attractions
- Price realized
- $549
- Pre-sale estimate
- $80 – $150
- Hammer price
- $450
- 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, many in Europe, various materials and finishes, including table boxes, ashtrays, and statuettes, highlights include: (4) Tower Bridges, (4) Big Bens, (two) letter stands, (one) pencil sharpener, (one) statuette, (2) Reims Cathedral bookends, (one) depicting the cathedral as it stood in 1914, (one) depicting the damage sustained to the building during World War I in 1918, (1) Cathedral of Barcelona, (1) Puerta de Alcala, Madrid, (1) Torre del Oro, Seville, (1) Aachen Cathedral table box, (1) Royal Liver Building, largest: approx 8.5"h, 6.25"w, 3.5"d, 41lbs 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.
