Three Early Mason's Trowels

Three Early Mason's Trowels, France, 19th century, two with iron blades, one marked "M. Bouvais a Bordeaux" with a crown over ribbon stamp, brass-tipped and ferruled wooden handles, the other with brass blade, blade lg. 6 and 11 in. Literature: Codes & Symbols of European Tools, p. 21. Provenance: The property of Laurent Adamowicz. Estimate $250-350 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.