With everything from a hand made model of a clipper and a stuffed fox and pheasant to antique furniture, art and a collection of glass paperweights the clearance auction by Fonsie Mealy in Castlecomer on February 18 promises to be interesting. The catalogue lists 388 lots and is online. Here is a small selection.
A handmade model of Caliph, a clipper ship designed for the China tea trade launched in 1869 which disappeared on a voyage to Shanghai in 1872 (180-220). THIS WAS UNSOLD
A Victorian figured walnut bow fronted what not (200-300). UPDATE: THIS WAS UNSOLD
A collection of 30 glass paperweights, late 19th and early 20th centuries (280-380). UPDATE: THESE SOLD FOR 320
A fox and pheasant (120-180). UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 110
One of a pair of heavy decorated brass hall lanterns (250-350). UPDATE: THESE WERE UNSOLD
A bronze patio table modelled as a seated nude (220-380). UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 220