9th Jun, 2022 10:30
Quarterly Specialist Sale
Cast iron 'Tammany' money box or bank
Cast iron 'Tammany' money box or bank, modelled as the seated figure of American politician William Magear Tweed (1823 - 1878), inscribed on the arched chair back Patd Dec 23 1873, 14cm high
William Tweed was once the third-largest landowner in New York City, and ran the 'Tammany' Democratic Party political operations, securing investments and patronage via his appointment to numerous boards and the the Senate. He was convicted for stealing an amount estimated even in 1877 at between $25 million and $45 million from New York City taxpayers. These boxes were created as a satirical commentary of him 'taking a bribe'.
Sold for £150
Cast iron 'Tammany' money box or bank, modelled as the seated figure of American politician William Magear Tweed (1823 - 1878), inscribed on the arched chair back Patd Dec 23 1873, 14cm high
William Tweed was once the third-largest landowner in New York City, and ran the 'Tammany' Democratic Party political operations, securing investments and patronage via his appointment to numerous boards and the the Senate. He was convicted for stealing an amount estimated even in 1877 at between $25 million and $45 million from New York City taxpayers. These boxes were created as a satirical commentary of him 'taking a bribe'.
Auction: Quarterly Specialist Sale, 9th Jun, 2022
Our Quarterly Specialist Sale of Fine Furniture, Modern Design, Paintings, Prints, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, Ceramics, Glassware & other Collectors Items.
Highlights include a set of George II silver tea canisters and sugar box in fitted ebonised case, an exhibition-quality Italian micromosaic table, a collection of Galle and other French art glass, and even a 1955 Jaguar Mark VII M car!
Viewing
Tuesday 7th June 10am to 5pm
Wednesday 8th June 10am to 5pm
Morning of sale 9am to 10:30am
