19th century, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts and Jewellery

Live Auction, 18 March 2019

Important Cape Furniture and related objects

Sold for

ZAR 10 553
Lot 379
  • A Cape copper and brass iron, Syme & Son (John & William), first half 19th century
  • A Cape copper and brass iron, Syme & Son (John & William), first half 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 10 553

About this Item

Cape Colony
A Cape copper and brass iron, Syme & Son (John & William), first half 19th century
with turned stinkwood grip, the cover stamped SYME & SON, 19,5cm high

Notes

John Syme (Scottish) 1796–1863

Literature

Deon Viljoen and Piér Rabe (2001) Cape Furniture and Metalware, Cape Town: Deon Viljoen and Piér Rabe. Illustrated in colour on pages 112 and 113, number 85.

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