Lot: 281 A Compartmented Wooden Case With Twelve Freeblown Gin Bottles, probably Netherlands, 1780-1830. Rectangular wooden box with original hinges and handles, bottles are shades of olive green, box has black, green and brown painted surfaces, applied mushroom mouths - pontil scars, bottle ht. 9 1/2 inches to 10 inches, case dimensions ht. 11 3/4 inches, wdth. 19 inches, dpth. 14 1/4 inches; (one bottle has 5/8 inch open surface bubble, another has 7 1/4 inch vertical crack in one corner, box has usage wear and minor losses). AG plate 89 Generally fine condition. Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 Minimum bid: $500
Price Realized: $819
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