Lot 1074: Pair of American Cast Stone Planters, Callahan Family of Knoxville, TN

Pair of cast stone planters with shell and lion motifs, from the George W. Callahan family of Knoxville, TN. Square form with tapered rim and base. 14 1/2 in H x 16 in. W.  Early 20th century. Note: Supplemental materials include 2 photographs of the planters situated at the Callahan family home, c.1920’s.

PROVENANCE: Irene Sullivan Estate, Oak Ridge, TN descendant of the Callahan family of Knoxville, TN.

CONDITION: Surface level cracks on both and a break to the rim on one. Remnants of white paint, traces of verdigris, and weathering on both.