2664

$1,007.25

ABSALOM BACKUS JR. & SONS ANTIQUE WOODEN DOG CARRIER WITH ASTOR PROVENANCE.

This dog carrier features an arched roof, with a door in the front and a spring-loaded chute above for food (labeled “Dog Biscuit, Water Here, Pull Open to Feed”). The edges of the crate are reinforced with metal. Backus were manufacturers of this patented dog carrier “designed for shipping fine dogs and other valuable animals” accompanied by literature of the company. SIZE: 36″ h x 40-1/2″ l x 28-1/4″ w. PROVENANCE: From the Estate of John Jacob Astor IV, for his Airedale dog “Kitty”. CONDITION: Overall very good with restoration to 2 floor boards, normal wear to edges, original finish intact under later varnish finish. 9-93200 (800-1,200) – Lot 2664

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2014

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