We've discussed the intrinsic appeal of some Significant Objects – but what about those objects that lacked such appeal? Things inexplicable, but not in a way that doesn't necessarily make you want to know more. Sometimes objects like the now-notorious Scottish Doll did not appeal to our writers, and were not chosen for Significance-making. But in a few cases, we actually auctioned objects that (to me at leas) bordered on trash. Or outright repulsiveness.
Original price: $4
For instance: the...
Published on December 13, 2009 11:47