Sold for:
$1,270

American

salesman's sample garage door
c.
1955 painted aluminum 20½ w x 11½ d x 19¾ h in (52 x 29 x 50 cm)
result: $1,270






Salesmen samples and patent models have always held a fascination for me. The precise engineering and mastery of miniaturization that these pieces possess is intriguing and a vanishing art form. - Adam Blackman
Sample features a fully functional garage door complete with springs and hinged mechanism


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Auctioneer:
Wright Auctions

Date:
2015-04-21

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