December 1 & 2, 2026 Fine & Decorative Arts
The live portion of this session begins on Tuesday, December 1, 2026.
Lot #1519:
19TH CENTURY CARVED CIGAR STORE EAGLE FIGURE
Large Carved Cigar Store Eagle Display. Large carved wooden eagle depicted with wings fully extended, open beak, and talons resting on a rounded painted base, retaining an aged gilt surface with carved and incised feather detailing throughout. A threaded metal fitting projects from the upper back, suggesting the figure originally supported an additional decorative or advertising element that is no longer present. The eagle separates from the black-painted pedestal, which is decorated with gilt foliate motifs. Exhibits extensive age-related rubbing and losses to the gilt surface, scattered scratching, abrasions, age cracks, shrinkage, and general wear throughout. Pedestal shows scattered surface wear and handling marks.
This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.
Condition: (Very Good - Excellent).