Spring Button Auction Day 2
Lot 2894:
Description
This collection of buttons is organized on two study boards and features a diverse array of materials and construction methods. The assortment includes pieces crafted from carved horn, bone, ivory, mother-of-pearl, wood, termite wood, and coconut shell. Metallic examples are present in brass, pewter, and copper. Synthetic materials are represented by early plastics and resins, including Bakelite, amino resin, and cold-cast enamels. The collection encompasses various forms such as figural shapes, embossed discs, and scrimshaw-decorated pieces. Notable specific items include a brass hunting button featuring Teddy Roosevelt, a button themed after Jumbo the elephant, and studio pieces from the Helen Darner Studio. Pick up is Friday, March 13 from 10 am to 4 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: [email protected]. Sales tax is collected on this auction.
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