#34

Outstanding Collection of 19th Century Miniature Tools
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$3,100
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7" (18 cm.) largest worktables. Of maitrise quality work in both cabinetry and cast metal work,the large collection includes three wooden work tables with clamps and drawers,and a fourth work table of cast bronze. There are 11 wooden planes of various sizes,six wooden-handled hammers,various saws,screw drivers,and other loose tools,as well as an exhibition card with 19 additional tools ranging from trowels to picks to axes,each with wooden handles and hand-cast iron or brass fittings. And another exhibition card with 15 cast brass miniature tools. The workmanship is exceptional,the examples of tools handcast and authentic. (A doll of 7"-9" would display with the tools). Mid-19th century. Excellent condition.