Early 20th Century Check Writing Machine vintage comics retaining strong sculptural presence and

retaining strong sculptural presence and unmistakable utilitarian character

Arms: 26" H

This immaculate copper desk lamp pre-dates many of the traditional hallmarks from makers like Faries - who would go on to create similar lamps after the turn of the century

Heavy and extravagant Victorian coat hook and umbrella stand

Early 20th Century Check Writing Machine vintage comics retaining strong sculptural presence andc. 1910s; Hedman Manufacturing Co. Chicago Antique Hedman F&E Check Writer, Model D. This piece is described by the Made in Chicago Museum as a "hi tech defense weapon" as its creation came from a need to combat a serious issue of the day: check forgery. Prior to the invention of check writing machines, it was simple for swindlers and conmen to simply add an extra "y" to a paycheck prior to cashing so that a check for $8,000 became a check for