An Undertaker's Porcelain Occupational Shaving Mug... | Freeman's

An Undertaker's Porcelain Occupational Shaving Mug Belonging to William Collier

Late 19th/Early 20th Century

bearing the name William J. Collier in gilt lettering, and depicting a gentleman driving a horse-drawn hearse.
underside unmarked.
Height 3 1/2 inches.

together with a printed advertisement for W. J. Collier & Sons, Undertakers and Embalmers in Port Jervis, New York. The Colliers are also listed as the proprietors of Delaware House, providing coaching, carting, and freighting services.

According to the genealogical record, William Joseph Collier (1854-1935) was born on July 1, 1854, in Port Jervis, New York to Irish immigrants Thomas and Margaret Collier. U.S. Federal Census records from the early twentieth century indicate that he worked first as a liveryman but had established his own undertaking business by 1920. He and his wife, Barbara Anne, had three children together, including sons Fred and Thomas, presumably his business partners.

Property from the Collection of James Carpenter, Montague, New Jersey

Collector's label to underside.

The physical condition of lots in our auctions can vary due to age, normal wear and tear, previous damage, and restoration/repair. All lots are sold "AS IS," in the condition they are in at the time of the auction, and we and the seller make no representation or warranty and assume no liability of any kind as to a lot's condition. Any reference to condition in a catalogue description or a condition report shall not amount to a full accounting of condition. Condition reports prepared by Freeman's staff are provided as a convenience and may be requested from the Department prior to bidding.

The absence of a posted condition report on the Freeman's website or in our catalogues should not be interpreted as commentary on an item's condition. Prospective buyers are responsible for inspecting a lot or sending their agent or conservator to inspect the lot on their behalf, and for ensuring that they have requested, received and understood any condition report provided by Freeman's.

Please email katiebenedict@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

To request further details about this lot, please email katiebenedict@hindmanauctions.com

A Cut Above: The Barbershop Collection of James Carpenter, Part I

An Undertaker's Porcelain Occupational Shaving Mug Belonging to William Collier

Lot Description

Condition Report

Preview

Auction Contact

Shipping | Pickup