james-carr-richmond-va-cast-iron-planter
Lot 689
James Carr Richmond, VA Cast Iron Planter
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late19th century, embossed "JAMES W. CARR. RICHMOND. VA," the whole consisting of an urn with applied scroll handles set upon a pierced rectangular base.

49 in.

James W. Carr (1847-1924) operated a foundry on Richmond's Cary Street well into the 20th century.

Internal repair with modern bolt; handles somewhat loose; oxidation from exposure; flaking white paint reveals underlying coat of silver paint (as seen on a Carr bench owned by the Virginia Historical Society).

$600 - 900