Sold for:
$3,218
$3,218
Bronze architectural element, late 19th c. , representing the Seal of the City of New York, comprising a spread winged eagle(symbol of the state of New York), above a sailor(representing early settlement) and an Indian(representing Native Americans that were already here), flanking a crest with a beaver(symbol of Dutch East India Co.), and windmill, barrel and flower(representing early Industry), all above the date of 1664, and banner inscribed "SIGILLUM.CIVITATIS.NOVI.EBORACI"(Seal of City of New York), 46" h., 44 1/2" w.(banner separated from figures).
Auctioneer:
Pook & Pook
Date:
2003-05-17
