The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...

Lot 124 Preacher in the Pulpit
On Blue Base in Original Box
Manufactured by Ives, Blakeslee
Bridgeport, Connecticut – Circa 1875
The preacher rocks back and forth, hammering his hand on the
lectern to emphasize his points while he delivers his sermon.
Material: Cast Iron Feet, wood, papier-mâché and tin.
Condition: Near Mint with the original box.
Provenance: Louis Hertz Collection
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Lot 126 Preacher in the Pulpit
On Red Base in Original Box
Manufactured by Ives, Blakeslee
Bridgeport, Connecticut – Circa 1875
The preacher rocks back and forth, hammering his hand on the
lectern to emphasize his points, while he delivers his sermon.
Material: Cast Iron Feet, wood, papier-mâché and tin.
Condition: Pristine with Original Box
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
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Lot 125 Walking Santa Claus
Made by Ives, Blakeslee Co.
Bridgeport, Connecticut – Circa 1875
One of a series of nine walking
fi gures made by Ives, Blakeslee.
Santa works well, walking instead
of fl ying to deliver his toys.
Material: Cast Lead Head and Hands,
Wood, Fabric with Cast Iron Shoes
Provenance: Louis Hertz Collection
Condition: Excellent Plus
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000