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Fine Carved and Painted Pine 'Bird and Snake' Walking Stick, Probably Pennsylvania, Circa 1870
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- painted wood
- Length 36 1/2 in.
the handle a carved blue bird above a shaft with two entwined rattle snakes, painted black and yellow; the metal collar initialed RSL.
Provenance
Joan Brownstein American Folk Paintings, Newbury, Massachusetts.
Condition
Metal band around the neck incised R S L. With minor flacke of paint on bird, wear on beak, and "bubbly" craquelure in gray paint. Length of bird: 9 1/2 in.
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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.