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A Rare Stamped Tin Peddlar's Confectionery Wagon, Merriam Manufacturing Company, Durham, Connecticut, circa 1870
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- length 14 1/2 in.
paint and stencilled decoration.
Condition
scrapes, abrasions; one wheel on back-side has chip in wheel frame; in very good condition overall.
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
These wagons were made by several companies (Brown, Fallows) in the second half of the 19th century in different sizes and designs. According to Bernard Barenholtz, American Antique Toys 1830-1900 (New York, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1980), this confectionery model is one of the earliest designs. For comparisons, see Barenholtz, pp. 260, 263, 265.