A George III Style Mahogany Gun Case on a Later Stand

20th Century

Height 17 x width 33 x depth 10 inches.

Property from the Estate of Robert and Miriam Schallman, Shaker Heights, Ohio

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Robert "Buddy" Schallman (1924-2004, pictured right) was a lifelong resident of Shaker Heights, Ohio. For fifty years he bought and ran Phillips Syrup Corporation, a Cleveland manufacturer of sundae toppings, milkshake bases, pancake syrups and other sweets. Together with his wife Miriam B. Schallman (née Berkman, 1928-2017, pictured left)—who he met in Boston before marrying in 1948—and two daughters, the family resided in a brick Georgian Colonial house designed by prominent Cleveland architect Munroe "Monty" Copper in 1926-27. Both Robert and Miriam were avid golfers; their travels throughout the US and abroad often revolved around the sport. They were members of the Banyan Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Florida, and spent winters in Palm Beach before moving there permanently in the 1990s. Both were known for their senses of humor and loved to attend parties and dance with large groups of friends, in addition to serving as energetic and philanthropic members of their community in Cleveland.

In overall fine and stable condition. The base is attached to the case by a screw inserted from the underside on both sides of the case. Scuffs, marks and scratches consistent with age and use. Other signs of wear and use visible to the compartmented and fabric-lined interior. Does NOT come with any straps. There is a small 1” loss of the outer brass band of the inlaid circular form on the top.

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A George III Style Mahogany Gun Case on a Later Stand

20th Century

Height 17 x width 33 x depth 10 inches.

Property from the Estate of Robert and Miriam Schallman, Shaker Heights, Ohio

Note:

Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

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A George III Style Mahogany Gun Case on a Later Stand

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