$1,230
Lacquered Brass Wheel-cutting Engine and Mandrel, Switzerland, 19th century, the freestanding hand-powered wheel-cutting tool on cast iron legs, supporting a brass frame with 7 1/2-in. dividing plate, geared cutter apparatus operated by a turned wood handle on a horizontal beam with lever-bar lock for the wheel blank axis, mandrel with worm-gear-driven hand crank, 5-in. dia. faceplate with steel spring-loaded work holders, brass bar bed, compound slide, tail stock, and tool rest. Estimate $400-600 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:
2017-10-27
