Lot 477
Late 18th-Early 19th Century Carved Eagle Lectern. Handcarved eagle in the Gothic style perched on an orb, the wings flattened and broad to form a lectern or bookrest, 30" x 26" x 18". Walnut, supported with metal base. Carved of individual pieces then fitted together. Eagle appears to be clutching in its talons a snake with the head missing; curl of tail repaired. Some splitting and filling of orb. Paint original and shows some wear. A similar example is in the Rochester (N.Y.) Art Gallery, most likely from the same artist. Refer to the "American Folk Art" book. A rare and striking piece.
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Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.
Ex. The Claude Harkins Collection of Americana; Henry and Kay Goben, Overland Park, KS, 7/12/12.
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