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THB19th C. Belgian Iron Boot Jack Beetle by N. Martin
Lot 58
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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- Lot Description
Western Europe, Belgium, Huy, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A fantastical boot jack cast from iron in the form of a large beetle that rests upon 6 legs that resemble lion paws! The wings are slightly parted to reveal the segmented abdomen and posterior pincers; the head is slightly elevated with long antennae or giant pincers that form the jack. Both antennae are covered with a thick brown fabric, perhaps to protect the iron surface; despite the humble purpose, this is a work of art! The concave underside is engraved with the maker mark "MARTIN / A / HUY/ 1266.” Nestor Martin (1825-1916) established an iron foundry in Huy, Belgium in 1854, specializing in transforming domestic objects, coal bins, umbrella stands, and utilitarian items into fantastical pieces! He was influenced by the Art Nouveau movement and awarded prizes at exhibitions for his creative work. After his death, the Martin company grew and expanded globally and by 1930 Martin was well known for producing high end appliances, such as stoves and furnaces. Size: 11.75" L x 5" W (29.8 cm x 12.7 cm)
Provenance: private Lake City, Colorado, USA collection, acquired in 2021
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#164813Excellent condition. Intact. Russet patina on underside. Surface abrasions as expected with use and age. The fabric on the antennae is worn, with tearing and fraying from use, and not original to the piece but likely an older addition and shows signs of age. Maker mark is clearly signed on underside.Condition
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