Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2618BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 28, 2012 10:00AM
Description:
Polychrome-painted Cast Iron Eagle and Shield Architectural Plaque, late 19th century, half-round spreadwing eagle figure clutching a Union shield, arrows and an olive branch in its talons, with stand, (paint loss),overall ht. 21, wd. 33 1/4 in.
Provenance: Purchased from Tom Longacre.
Estimate $800-1,200
It is structurally in very good condition, much of the paint has weathered away on it and in those areas some rust is evident. The figure is mounted on a metal stand with the bolts on its wings. It is likely to have been mounted in this manner where it was originally displayed.