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Frick Announces Gift Of Rare 18th-Century Du Paquier Porcelain
FRIDAY OCTOBER 21, 2016 • VOL. 47, NO. 43
Important Abraham Lincoln Auction Sets Records
The Frick Collection is delighted to announce a gift from Paul Sullivan and Trustee Melinda Martin Sullivan of porcelain produced by the Du Paquier Porcelain Manufactory in Vienna. The Sullivans generously permitted the Frick to choose 14 superb examples from their collection, considered to be the finest private collection in the world from this important early Western manufactory. The objects, dating from about 1720 to 1740, perfectly complement the museum’s porcelain holdings, which have grown since Henry Clay Frick’s day to represent in depth some of the best productions of this prized material. Mr. Frick focused his porcelain collecting on Sèvres, which accompanied beautifully the 18th-century
A Lincoln Signed Carte-de-Visite Sells For Record $175,000 The 1852 medal honoring Secretary of State Henry Clay – struck by the U.S. Mint in nearly 30 ounces of solid California gold and passed down through his family – sold for $346,000 to lead a recordsetting special auction of memorabilia relating to Abraham Lincoln at Heritage Auctions on Sept. 17. The event’s $2.4 million finale was a joint endeavor between Heritage Auctions and The Rail Splitter, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the respected publication for enthusiasts of Abraham Lincoln and related memorabilia. “This was indeed one of the most important Lincoln auctions of the last 50 years,” said Tom Slater, director of Americana Auctions at Heritage. “Never have I been so impressed and amazed at both the quality of the material and the passion of Lincoln collectors from all over the globe.” Top lot honors were claimed by the solid gold medal presented to Henry Clay, a leader Lincoln himself called “revered as a teacher and leader.” Bidding for the 3.5-inch diameter medal opened at the minimum of $75,000. The history behind the medal is as captivating as the design itself. Three-time presidential candidate, Secretary of State, Speaker of the House, and titan of the U.S. Senate, Henry Clay This solid gold medal honoring Henry Clay sold for $346,000. was by 1852 confined to his rooms in the National Hotel in Washington, slowly dying of consumption. A group of prominent New York members of Clay’s Whig Party resolved to make a special presentation to the statesman to honor his nearly half century of public service, which they
A Du Paquier Porcelain Manufactory, Elephant Wine Dispenser, circa 1740, Du Paquier porcelain, The Frick Collection, was a gift of the Melinda and Paul Sullivan Collection, 2016. Photo courtesy Michael Bodycomb.
Jacob Eby Inlaid TallCase Clock Chimes For $10,620 on page 2
This is Melinda and Paul Sullivan. Photo courtesy Christine A. Butler. French paintings and furniture he acquired. In 1966, his collection of Chinese porcelain was augmented by some 200 pieces through the bequest of his son, Childs. The museum’s holdings were further extended by recent and promised gifts of Meissen porcelain from Henry Arnhold. Now, the Sullivan’s gift of Du Paquier porcelain adds to the Frick’s already strong assemblage, which illustrates the Western fascination with Eastern models and represents the brilliant and distinctive tradition of porcelain production in Europe. These stunning works are on view in the Frick’s Reception Hall, remaining there through March 2017. For more information, call 212-547-0710.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Hosts Successful Variety Auction
A signed 1862 carte-de-visite card image of a thoughtful Lincoln set a world record for an image of its type after seven bidders pushed the auction price to $175,000. accomplished shortly before Clay’s death. A perfectly signed carte-de-visite card image of a thoughtful Lincoln set a world record for an image of its type after seven bidders pushed the selling price to $175,000. The 1862 card carried an inscription on the back by Presidential Secretary John Hay certifying its authenticity. The most intimate of keepsakes, relics and memorabilia relating to Lincoln’s personal life and that of those closest to him also brought record-setting prices. One of the most highly anticipated lots was a love letter from Lincoln to his first fiancée, Mary Owens, which sold for $137,500. Mary Todd Lincoln’s jet Continued on page 2
The Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Variety Auction, held Aug. 27, was a success by all accounts and generated strong prices in multiple categories. Bidding was intense throughout the long day, with nearly 3,000 registered bidders participating. One of the sale’s top lots was a rare Chief Big Moon cast-iron mechanical bank in excellent original paint. Fresh from the Leesburg, Va., collection of Audrey “Dolly” and the late William “Billy” Journell, the bank garnered a great The Christo Cherry glass syrup bottle sold for $1,404. deal of attention from potential buyers and brought $2,340. From the same collection and close behind the mechanical bank was a paint-decorated tin parade jack-o-lantern with outstanding original surface. Made by the Ohio Art Company around the turn of the 20th century, the coveted folk art collectible realized $2,223. The 978-lot auction, offered absolute with no reserves, included a large selection of banks, doorstops, toys, collectibles, and
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American art pottery. An important segment of the sale was the art pottery, among which were a number of uncommon examples of Roseville. This Ohio Art Company paintdecorated tin parade jack-olantern sold for $2,223. Noteworthy in this group was the sale’s other top lot, an outstanding Della Robbia vase lamp. The finely crafted object from the pottery’s early period, featuring carved and textured geometric and floral designs, generated significant presale interest and achieved $2,340. Other areas of the sale produced positive results, as
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The Chief Big Moon cast-iron mechanical bank sold for $2,340. well, demonstrating some signs of vigor in what is often an unpredictable market. Sports cards and collectibles was just such a category that exhibited some degree of strength. Leading the way was an 1887 Kalamazoo Bats N690 Bobby Continued on page 6
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . . starting on page 3 SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 5 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 7 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . . starting on page 7
FEATURED AUCTION: Alderfer’s Auctioneers & Appraisers - October 20 in Hatfield, Pennsylvania - Page 4
AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . . on page 8 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . on page 19