$2,583
Two-sided "F. Adam" Boot and Shoemaker Trade Sign, Southport, Connecticut, c. 1880, gilt shoe and boot below "F. ADAM" on a black smalted background, applied red-painted edge molding, the heal of the boot inscribed "F.J. LOHR/174/E. Houston.," ht. 22 5/8, wd. 15 in. Provenance: Pat Guthman Collection, David Wheatcroft Antiques. Note: Ferdinand Augustus Reinhard Adam (1849-1927) worked in Southport, Connecticut. Estimate $1,500-2,500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). 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 Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-02-26
