Full details of each lot are displayed, except the lot number, estimate and price. You must be a subscriber to view lot numbers, estimates and prices.
An impressive custom designed maritime themed iron hall settle,…
Sale Title:
Auction House:
Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
7-Apr-2018
Lot No.
***
Description:
An impressive custom designed maritime themed iron hall settle, 20th century, constructed in five sections, the bowed high seat back reminiscent of a ship's hull, applied with an overall aged patina, inset to the centre with a Flemish ebonised and embossed brass mounted cushion front bevelled mirror, above two integral umbrella stands and two padded red leather upholstered seat. 227.5 cm high, 275 cm wide, 95 cm deep. Accompanied by a letter from Russell Crowe stating his ownership. Provenance: Mr Russell Crowe, Sydney. I sketched out a rough design for this hall settle and it was brought to life by craftsmen in Victoria. The mirror reportedly was used in a Flemish brothel. This piece was in my apartment at Woolloomooloo from 2004 to 2017.' Russell Crowe
Estimate:
***
Price:
***
Category:
Unclassified