$1,476
Miniature Brass Steam Engine Model, France, c. 1870, original lacquered brass stationary engine with furnace, whistle cock, 1/2-in. stroke, and 1 3/4-in. dia. six-spoke flywheel, mounted on a mahogany base with plaque reading "Orestes Pagan/Fabricante/Filadelfia/1870," lg. 10 in. Note: Reportedly made for the French booth for the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876, the first United States World Fair. Estimate $1,000-1,500 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-04-12
