- 3082
An American Silver-Plated Model Of A Plow By B.F. Avery & Sons, Louisville, KY, circa 1870-80
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Electro-plate
- length 21in.
- 53.3cm
a detailed working model in silver plate and painted wood of the "BLUE GRASS SULKY MODEL" made by B.F. Avery & Sons, Louisville, Ky. and so inscribed on silver plaques applied to the shaft.
Provenance
Sold, Sotheby's, New York, 16, 18 January 1997, lot 68
Condition
some scuffs to wood, otherwise good
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The B.F. Avery Co.was founded by Benjamin Avery in Virginia in the 1830's, moved to Louisville, Ky. circa 1850, selling mostly plows and possibly patented the Sulky Plow, drawn by horse or mule. The firm continued into the 20th century, expanding to tractors after World War I and afterwards went bankrupt. We are grateful to Lisa Weaver of the Louisville Science Museum for this information.