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CAST IRON EAGLE, A BOOK PRESS COUNTERWEIGHT, MADE IN PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1813 |
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CAST IRON EAGLE, A BOOK PRESS COUNTERWEIGHT, MADE IN PHILADELPHIA, CIRCA 1813:
The Columbian Printing Press had a solid, cast iron, neoclassical eagle as a counter weight. It balanced on the lever, which was in the form of serpent. Designed by a man named George Clymer, the press was operating in Philadelphia as early as 1813. The counterweights came in three sizes, of which this is the smallest (16.5" x 14"). This one is extraordinary among surviving examples, however, with respect to both its condition and outstanding patina. Note the early, snake-head form and the uncommon level of detail.
Condition: Excellent |
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black |
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| Earliest Date: |
1813 |
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| Latest Date: |
1820 |
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| For Sale Status: |
Available |
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| Price |
SOLD |
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| E-mail: |
info@jeffbridgman.com |
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