Canadian Arts, Culture & History

November 2530, 2023
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LOT 402

Lot 402

Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896

Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896
Lot 402 Details
Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896

the moulded oak base with pen rack and two large ink pots flanking a smaller central pot all raised on ormolu paw feet, the pen purportedly the last used by the Prime Minister in office
6.75 x 15 x 9.5 in — 17.1 x 38.1 x 24.1 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $2,214
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896
  • Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896
  • Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896
  • Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier's Desk Stand and Quill Pen, c.1896
Provenance:

Presented by the Prime Minister on leaving office in 1911 to Ernest Joseph Lemaire, his private secretary from 1904-1911, Sworn Affidavit.

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Ernest Joseph Lemaire

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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