A few lots later, a William and Mary country gate-leg table was offered. Bourgeault said they'd found it in a barn, and it almost didn't make it into this sale. No estimate was offered, so bidders were totally on their own as far as value. The table had full height and an old, weathered dry surface. With so many lots included in this session, and not nearly enough room to describe them all, we'll just touch a few highlights.
Rarity determines price too.
Few people looking at lot 897, a 26 inches long elliptical burlwood bowl, would have accurately guessed its final price. Among the art offerings was at least one that brought a record price. We haven't touched the Continental part of the sale yet. It, too, had its surprises.