The William (Billy) Jamieson Collection Live Auction of Decorative Arts

April 29, 2014

LOT 68

Lot 68

Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases

Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
Lot 68 Details
Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases

each glazed wooden case with pinned and labeled butterfly and moth specimens
19" x 13" x 3.25" — 48.3 x 33 x 8.3 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
  • Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
  • Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
  • Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
  • Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
  • Six Victorian Lepidopterological Cases
Provenance:

Niagara Falls Museum

CONDITION DETAILS

27: France, Hungary, Switzerland, Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Buenus Aries (sic); Hinged 28: China, India, NY, MI, IL (sic), CA, PA (sic), Germany, France, Alps, Esper, Honduras, Buenos Aires 39: Java, India 40: Honduras, India Cuba, Brazil, Japan; top & bottom right sig. damaged 47 50: Honduras, Brazil (bottom right sig. damaged)

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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