Lot 139 - Grouping of Seven Antique Iron Hardware Pieces Including Four R.S. Jewett Ornate Shelf Brackets Patented December 31, 1889, a Swivel Ring, and Two Cotter Pins 1046 various wear

various wear

The front lock mechanism is present

July 1904 issue

The head is partially shaved with black hair painted at the sides and back in a traditional chonmage style

" Wood shows natural age patina with surface wear and darkening

Lot 139 - Grouping of Seven Antique Iron Hardware Pieces Including Four R.S. Jewett Ornate Shelf Brackets Patented December 31, 1889, a Swivel Ring, and Two Cotter Pins 1046 various wearAntique grouping of seven iron hardware pieces. Four ornate cast iron shelf brackets are each marked "R. S. Jewett" and "Patented Dec 31 1889," with scrollwork and pierced decorative designs. Two are finished in a dark japanned surface and two have a brighter nickel or silver toned finish. The lot also includes an iron swivel ring and two iron cotter pins. Surface oxidation and rust are present throughout, with heavier corrosion on the ring and cotter