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LOT 1032
Desirable Glass Winchester Store Display Gun Cabinet - This factory store display cabinet was manufactured
in the early 1900s to aid Winchester dealers in displaying their Winchester long guns. There is a patch of residue on the bottom of the floorplate where a maker’s marked plaque is sometimes found. It is constructed of oak, with full length glass panels and a cathedral top with
glass panels. The top frame
of door is stamped with the number 163. The number
on the door was the original identifier assigned to these types of cabinets. It stands approximately 73 inches in height on four legs with the typical brass feet sheathes absent, and each side is approximately 18 inches wide. The inside display height
is approximately 45 inches. On the inside is a four sided rack that will hold 20 long guns. All four sides are 5/8 inch thick and are marked “WINCHESTER” in white and black bordered red letters with black lettered “PATENT APPLIED FOR” on a white background below. The bottom of the case and the inner edge of the rack is lined with original green felt. CONDITION: Fine overall, with crazing/crackling of
the original varnish overall, some minor storage/handling dings and scratches scattered throughout, a few scattered minor chips visible on the top edge of crown, original felt showing mild age fading, and clear intact glass. The decals are very fine and original. An excellent way to display your Winchester collection! Estimate: 14,000 - 25,000
LOT 1033
Desirable Framed Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Henry R.
Poore “Bear Dogs” Advertising Print - This Winchester print was used in a variety of Winchester advertisements and depicts a barn setting
with white “bear dogs” in the foreground and two large brown dogs that may be bloodhounds in the background. These dogs were reportedly part of the Winchester family hunting pack. The lower left corner is signed by the artist “H.
R. Poore/Philadelphia”.
The dark stained (once stenciled with nothing remaining) walnut frame measures approximately 41 1/2 inches in width and 31 3/4 inches in
height overall.
CONDITION: Very good
overall, showing a few
small marks, stains, tears,
and scratches visible on
the print and some small nicks around the frame. The colors are well-defined overall. Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
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