Lot 62A: Rare 19th C. Cigar Holder

Estimate: $800 – $1,200

Carved maple rooster by John H. Bellamy (1836-1914), in original dark brown stained finish, in the shape of a barrel and a basket for matches, a rectangular match striker below the basket, exceptional detail, top tail feather is missing, otherwise good condition, see John Haley Bellamy, Carver of Eagles by Yvonne Brault Smith, p. 81, 6 3/4″ h, 7 1/4″ l, (ex. Dr. Oscar and Lois Hollander collection, Falmouth, MA).