The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
The Richard C. Stevens Collection May 22, 2010 - RSL Auction ...
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Lot 237 Darktown Battery- Assembled Bank Pattern<br />
Used by J. & E. <strong>Stevens</strong> to cast banks<br />
Cromwell, Connecticut – Circa 1888<br />
Bronze patterns were used to create the molds from which iron banks could be cast repeatedly,<br />
quickly and inexpensively. Because much detail is lost in the casting process, the patterns needed to<br />
be overly carved, detailed and fi nished. Today, collectors prize these exquisite unpainted patterns, elevating<br />
them to the status of fi ne art. Every good collection should include at least one original pattern as a study piece.<br />
Material: Cast Bronze<br />
Provenance: Robert Brady <strong>Collection</strong><br />
Condition: Near Mint, Pitcher’s arm needs spring<br />
Estimate: $9,000 - $12,000<br />
86<br />
Lot 238<br />
Creedmoor Red Jacket<br />
and Grey Pants<br />
Made by the<br />
J. & E. <strong>Stevens</strong> Company<br />
Cromwell, Connecticut –<br />
Circa 1877<br />
Cock the rifl e and place a<br />
coin on the rifl e barrel. Press<br />
the soldier’s right foot and he<br />
shoots the coin into the tree.<br />
Material: Cast Iron<br />
Condition: Pristine<br />
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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