Lot 147 - Grouping of Five Antique Chisels with Wood Handles Including Butcher Cast Steel moshe1964a It features a glistening brown

It features a glistening brown and beige glaze that sparkles in the light

The sitter’s uniform and insignia suggest World War I era service

the tone becomes absolutely even

Heavy wear throughout

Illustrated with 200+ plates

Lot 147 - Grouping of Five Antique Chisels with Wood Handles Including Butcher Cast Steel moshe1964a It features a glistening brownAntique grouping of five chisels with wood handles in assorted sizes and blade profiles. The lot includes two wide blade chisels with square handles, one stamped "Butcher" and "Cast Steel" and the other stamped "W. Butcher" and "Cast Steel"; a small narrow tang chisel with a round wood handle; a gouge with a turned wood handle and brass ferrule; and a wide socket style chisel without a handle. All show surface patina, oxidation, and wear consistent