Modern Art & Design: Spring 2020
Sat, May 2, 2020 12:00PM EDT
Lot 216e
5 George Ohr Erotic Bisque Brothel Tokens
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Designer & Manufacturer: George Ohr (1857-1918)
Markings: marking(s)
Country of Origin & Materials: American; bisque earthenware
Dimensions(H,W,D): 1.25"dia each
Additional Information: Each double-sided token is decorated with amorous designs and phrases. Provenance: Consignor states the tokens were purchased directly from the estate of George Ohr, Biloxi, Mississippi through Iola Giadrocich Ohr, wife of the artist's son, George Ohr III. Reference: Paul Mathieu, Sex Pots- Eroticism in Ceramics, ppg. 61-62.
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very good, minor wear and imperfections
Markings: marking(s)
Country of Origin & Materials: American; bisque earthenware
Dimensions(H,W,D): 1.25"dia each
Additional Information: Each double-sided token is decorated with amorous designs and phrases. Provenance: Consignor states the tokens were purchased directly from the estate of George Ohr, Biloxi, Mississippi through Iola Giadrocich Ohr, wife of the artist's son, George Ohr III. Reference: Paul Mathieu, Sex Pots- Eroticism in Ceramics, ppg. 61-62.
Video preview available for all lots in our May 2nd auction. Simply email info@modernauctions.com with your request for additional photos or video. Do you have a similar item to sell? Consigning is just as easy and convenient: get started by sending photos and information about your items via email, our website, or snail mail.
Condition
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