April 2008 (1)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/16/2008
Circa 1885. This zinc counter display features Punch with expressive face exaggerated nose, chomping on a cigar in the corner of his mouth, while clutching a selection with his right hand. His left hand is raised, with his forefinger extended in a beckoning gesture. He is dressed in typical Punch outfit with perched cap, ruffled collar, red waistcoat and green pants. The figure is also outfitted with a device which simulates him happily puffing his cigars, while standing on a plaque which reads: WM. Demuth & Co. Manufacturers New York. Some spots of paint wear and old repair to right arm. Best example of only a few known. Provenance: L.C. Hegarty Collection.
Condition: (EXCELLENT).
Item Dimensions: 18" T.