American & Southern Auction September 27, 2024
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Westerwald Armorial Stoneware Jug Dated 1687 reeded cylindrical neck and strap handle, the body with scrolling flowers and applied octagonal plaque centering a coats of arms and “FG/ZW/HZR/VY/16/87”, cobalt blue and manganese glaze, 7-3/4 x 7-1/8 x 6-1/8 in., scattered anomalies, firing cracks, and abraded areas, cracks and repair to handle, three hairlines to rim, probable associated repair to rim on front (area of discoloration), some small losses to applied decoration, surface dirt/accretion, chip to rim
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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Rare Westerwald Salt Glazed Stoneware Jug with Pewter Lid, German, 17th century, the body in cobalt and manganese, unique and whimsical decoration of a dog chasing a boar chasing a deer, pewter lid with remnants of signature on top and “ESC” on underside, 7-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 5 in., anomalies, pinholes, firing cracks, and glaze voids, one small chip to the base and two to handle near pewter mount
Provenance: Elliot & Grace Snyder Antiques, South Egremont, Massachusetts (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 8, 2018 for $2,150); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Rare Colbalt Decorated Salt Glazed Bellarmine Jug Dated 1659 German, 17th century, glazed stoneware Bartmann or “bearded man” jug, loop handle, cobalt splashes, design of bearded man near spout, the body with three oval crests each with double headed eagle and “1659”, 11-5/8 x 8-1/4 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, firing cracks, and glaze voids, chips to base, chips and glaze voids to body, hairlines to neck and body
Provenance: Mark & Marjorie Allen, Gilford, New Hampshire (label); A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Rare Large German Salt Glazed Bellarmine Jug with Twist Handle probably 17th century, glazed stoneware Bartmann or “bearded man” jug, design of bearded man near spout, the body with three oval crests, 12-1/8 x 8-1/2 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, firing cracks, and glaze voids, large repair and retouch to chip on spout, some chipping to base and rim, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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Early Treen Standing Salt probably American, 18th/19th century, with original black painted surface, original lid with acorn finial, 7-3/8 x 4-5/8 in. diameter, notable rubbing, flaking, and loss to painted surface, small chip and crack to edge of foot, scattered scratches, wear, and abrasions, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Lillian Blankley Cogan, Farmington, Connecticut; Purchased by the consignor for $1,500; A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $500 - $700
Rare and Large 17th Century Brass Candlestick circa 1650, trumpet form base with tapered shaft, large drip pan, and angled socket rim, 9-3/4 x 8 in. diameter, scattered scratches, dents, warping, and pitting, spotting and discoloration, some verdigris, chip to rim of drip pan, small hole to shaft above drip pan, surface dust and wax residue
Provenance: Antique Associates at West Townsend, Inc., West Townsend, Massachusetts (accompanied by copy of receipt dated January 18, 2013 for $11,875); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000
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English Brass “Honor” Tobacco Box probably 18th century, with two hinged lids, the larger spring loaded, T shaped coin slot, on four ball form feet, 8-1/4 x 4-5/8 x 9-1/8 in., with key, slight tarnish, spotting, and discoloration to brass, cracks and loss to paneling on one side of larger lid, solder repair visible at all feet and bottom of T shaped coin slot, T shaped coin slot loose, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Very Rare Pair American Adjustable Toleware Two Light Sconces attributed to Ulster, New York, early 19th century, each with tiered base surmounted by column supporting adjustable slide with two candle cups and large circular backing, the backing with crimpled rim and applied pinwheel and circle decoration, 18-1/4 x 11-3/4 x 7-1/4 in., light surface rust and corrosion, scattered areas of visible solder, minor warping and dents, surface dirt, accretion, and wax residue, some separations at seams, possible resolder and repair to central columns (?)
Provenance: Elliot & Grace Snyder Antiques, South Egremont, Massachusetts (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 8, 2018 for $13,000); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
A similar example can be seen in the collection of Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, Object Number 1967.1849, see: http://museumcollection.winterthur.org/singlerecord.php?resultsperpage=20&view=catalog&srchtype=advanced&hasImage=&ObjObjectName=&CreOrigin=&Earliest=&Latest=&CreCreatorLocal_tab=&materialsearc h=&ObjObjectID=&ObjCategory=&DesMaterial_tab=&DesTechnique_tab=&AccCreditLineLocal=&CreMarkSignature=&recid=1967.1849&srchfld=&srchtxt=1967.1849&id=f 422&rownum=1&version=100&src=results-imagelink-only
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Marquis de Lafayette Commemorative Tin Lantern and Ceramic Plaque American, early 19th century, pierced tin lantern dated and inscribed “1825/Lafayette”, hinged door opening to candle holder, 16 x 5-1/2 in. diameter; ceramic plaque with transfer portrait, reading “Fayette/The Nations Guest”, 6 in. diameter, surface dirt/accretion; lantern with rust and corrosion, some visible solder at seams and around door/latch, some warping and dents; plaque with crazing and some glaze anomalies, loss to transfer decoration
Provenance: (plaque) Skinner, Marlborough, Massachusetts, Sale 3585T April 1, 2021 lot 1339 (label); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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1742 Dated Dark Olive Blown Glass Bottle dark olive glass, club form with high kick-up, applied circular medallion “Peter Statts 1742” (probably merchant’s name), broken pontil scar, 8-3/4 x 5-1/4 in. diameter, surface dirt and accretion, base with typical scratches and light wear, scattered surface abrasions, lip with some irregularity and anomalies as made, two shallow surface cracks to thin edge where glass spread when medallion was applied, as made
Provenance: Brunk Auctions, March 12, 2011, lot 544, sold for $2,100; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
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1717 Dated Dark Olive Blown Glass Seal Bottle dark olive club shape, tapered neck with flared lip, applied medallion marked “I. MoSs/1717”, 6 x 6-1/4 in. diameter, surface dirt and accretion, base with typical scratches and light wear, scattered surface abrasions, lip with some irregularity small chips, chips to medallion edges
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Westerwald Salt Glazed “AR” Stoneware Jug German, 18th century, reeded manganese cylindrical neck and strap handle, applied with crowned “AR” monogram for Queen Anne, surrounded by incised foliate and floral cartouche decorated in cobalt, 7 x 6-1/2 x 5-1/2 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and firing cracks, hairline to base, approx. 3-1/2 in. hairline to back side of body, notable glaze void on left side of crest, surface dirt/ accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
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Westerwald Royal Portrait Stoneware Jug, Queen Mary II
German, late 17th century, reeded cylindrical neck and strap handle, the body with scrolling flowers and applied oval portrait plaque of Queen Mary II, titled along portrait perimeter “MARIA. D.G. MAG. BRIT. FRANC. ET. HIB. REGINA. &.”, 7 x 6-1/4 x 5-1/4 in., anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and firing cracks, two chips to rim, hole at top of handle, some chipping to body, some abraded areas, surface dirt/ accretion
Provenance: Christie’s London, February 23, 1981 lot 6; Mallams Auctioneers, Oxford, United Kingdom, March 20, 2014 lot 319 for £2,200; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Westerwald Stoneware Royal Portrait Jug, King William III German, possibly 17th century, reeded cylindrical neck and strap handle, with octagonal portrait plaque of King William, titled along portrait perimeter “WILHELMVS III. D.G. MAG. BRIT. FRANC. ET. HIB. REX.&”, 8-3/8 x 7-1/2 x 6-3/8 in., anomalies, pinholes, and firing cracks, two chips to body, one on right side of plaque, chip to reeded neck, small filled hole to body on upper right, surface dirt/accretion, adhesive residue on base
Provenance: Edwin van Drecht Collection, Amsterdam (label); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Westerwald Stoneware Royal Portrait Jug, King William III
German, late 17th century, reeded cylindrical neck and strap handle, with octagonal portrait plaque of King William, titled along portrait perimeter “WILHELMVS III. D.G. MAG. BRIT. FRANC. ET. HIB. REX.&”, 6-1/2 x 6-1/2 x 5-3/4 in., anomalies, pinholes, firing cracks, and glaze voids, crazing, some abraded areas, indentation to rim likely as made, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Rare Small German Bellarmine Salt Glazed Jug dated 1600 dated 1600, stoneware Bartmann or “bearded man” jug, with loop handle, design of smiling man and crest dated “1600” and with “ER” for Elizabeth Regina, 6-1/8 x 5-1/4 in., anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, chips to base, chip to handle, area of retouch/repair to handle near rim, scattered repair and retouch to body, rim, and base (see blacklight photos)
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Very Fine and Rare 18th Century Engraved Brass and Copper Tobacco Box
Dutch, rectangular form with hinged lid over open interior, engraved foliate borders and central cartouche with hunt scene, lid underside with foliate borders and two hinged doors with bird motifs opening to two courting scenes with applied velvet lining, 1 x 5 x 2-1/4 in., surface dirt, some spotting and discoloration, minor dents, possible solder repairs at hinges
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Three Issues of The Gentleman’s Magazine, 1788, 1789, 1792
by Sylvanus Urban (Edward Cave, 1691-1754), London: printed by John Nichols, for D. Henry, late of St. John’s Gate, containing articles and correspondence on current events, literature, poetry, foreign and domestic affairs, etc., with occasional plate engravings throughout, lacking covers, typical light wear to extremities, some creased corners
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $400 - $600
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Pennsylvania Heart Pierced Candle Box
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Framed Massachusetts Needlework Sampler
19th century, signed along bottom “Hannah Tabers Sampler”, decoration of floral and vine borders, Taber family home, farmyard animals, and figures, sight 20-1/2 x 19-1/2 in.; birds eye maple frame, 27 x 25-3/4 x 1 in., not examined out of frame, scattered light staining, minor picked/pulled threads; frame with light bumps and abrasions
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
American, 19th century, candle or pipe box, carved backboard with pierced heart design, open interior over single drawer, 17-1/4 x 7 x 4-1/4 in., surface dirt, scattered scratches and bumps to wood, minor warping to drawer (sits slightly off center), brass pull probably later
Provenance: Henry Frances du Pont Collection (sticker verso); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Silver Rattle Whistle and Coral Teether probably English, 18th century, silver body with scroll and floral decoration, eight bells, coral teether, “MH” monogram, partial maker’s mark, 5-3/4 in., good condition with minor wear
Provenance: Kahn Fine Antiques, Chatham Massachusetts, (accompanied by copy of receipt dated September 8, 2012 for $1,845); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $400
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Carved Coconut and Silver Goblet
probably 18th century, carved coconut goblet with Persian style decoration, silver pedestal base with bead border, possibly coin silver, unmarked, 5-1/4 in., good condition
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Continental Silver and Bone Handle Ladle 19th century, turned and carved bone handle, double spouted silver bowl with partial mark, 15-1/2 in., silver with polishing abrasion, bone minor cracks and typical wear
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $100 - $200
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A Rare and Large Bristol Delft Polychrome Punch Bowl circa 1720, the exterior in all over decoration of floral panels, the interior with scrolled bands centering waterside scene of a heron, 7-1/2 x 13-3/4 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and chipping to rim and base, surface dirt/accretion, professional restoration to body (cracks visible only under raking light), due to nature of repair it is difficult to ascertain the extent of damage
Provenance: Mark & Marjorie Allen Antiques, Gilford, New Hampshire; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
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Large Dutch Delft Polychrome Birdcage Plaque possibly Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 1665-1703), De Grieksche A workshop, the base marked “APK”, decoration of a caged bird behind drapery and surrounded by figural panels, 14 x 16-3/4 x 3/4 in., scattered anomalies, glaze voids, pinholes, and crazing, notable chipping and losses to enamel throughout, chips to edges, scratches and abrasions, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Similar examples can be seen in Christie’s The Gothick Pavilion auction on January 26, 2011, lot 11 see: https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5401869, and Sotheby’s Property from the Collection of Mrs. Charles Wrightsman auction on April 28, 2010, lot 294 see: https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2010/propertyfrom-the-collection-of-mrs-charles-wrightsman-the-london-residence-n08652/ lot.294.html.
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London Delft Polychrome Adam and Eve Charger late 17th century, blue dash border surrounding central decoration depicting the Fall of Adam, 2-3/8 x 13 in. diameter, scattered anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, chipping along rim, wear to base, three prominent glaze voids to interior, professional restoration to body, due to nature of repair it is difficult to ascertain the extent of damage, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
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Five Former MESDA English Delft “Merry Man” Plates, with One Made To Match
18th century, comprising: five plates numbered one through six (excluding two), each with figural and scrolled cartouche surrounding portion of phrase, 8-1/2 in. diameter; together with 20th century reproduction number two plate, the base marked “Henriot Quimper/2224-10/Old Salem/ MESDA”, 8-3/4 in. diameter, scattered anomalies, pinholes, crazing, glaze voids, and hairlines, some rims with filled chips and retouch, some surface scratches to interiors and bases, surface dirt/accretion; number five plate with large crack
Provenance: Former Collection of MESDA; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
According to consignor notes the five period plates were on display in the early galleries at the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts in WinstonSalem, North Carolina (accession numbers 2224-6 through 2224-10).
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Polychrome Dutch Delft Tulipiere possibly Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 1665-1703), De Grieksche A workshop, 17th/18th century, the base marked with “APK”, heart shaped body issuing eight stems and flanked by two ducks, 8-1/2 x 8-1/2 x 3-3/4 in., anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and crazing, smalls chips and abrasions at edges, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
For similar examples see: Christie’s The Decorative Arts Sale, September 23, 2009, Lot 339, sold for €29,800 Christie’s New York, May 20, 2014, Lot 223, sold for $37,500
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Two Framed Polychrome Dutch Delft Tile Groupings 17th/18th century, eight tiles in decoration of pomegranates and grapes, each approximately 5-1/4 x 5-1/4 in.; modern wood frames, 14-5/8 x 14-5/8 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, and crazing, chipping along edges, scratches to surfaces, surface dirt/accretion; frames with minor wear
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
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Dutch Delft Polychrome Vase
possibly Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 1665-1703), De Grieksche A workshop, 17th/18th century, the base marked with “APK”, baluster form body with figural scene surrounded by molded scrollwork, 12-1/2 x 7-7/8 x 7-1/2 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, and crazing, chipping to edges at rim and base, circular anomaly to back proper right side, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Dutch Delft Polychrome Bird Platter the base initialed “APK” possibly for Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 16651703), scrolled border centering floral and bird decoration, 1-5/8 x 19 x 13-7/8 in., anomalies, pinholes, abrasions and minor chipping to edge
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $200 - $400
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Dutch Polychrome Delft Vase 18th/19th century, the base marked “APK” possibly for Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 1665-1703), decorated in panels of flowers and chinoiserie scenes, 13-1/8 x 8-7/8 in., anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, some chipping to edges, notable chip to base and chip to rim, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $400 - $600
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Dutch Delft Polychrome Bottle Vase 18th/19th century, the base marked “APK” possibly for Pieter Adriaensz Kocks or Kocx (Dutch, 1665-1703), decorated with panels of floral scenes, rotund body with tapered neck, 13-3/8 x 9-3/8 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, wear to base, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $400 - $600
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Dutch Delft Polychrome Puzzle Jug probably 18th century, the rim with six applied nozzles and hollow coil handle, openwork neck, the body in blue and white decoration of a seaside landscape, marked on base “Ne”, 8-1/4 x 7-1/2 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, some crazing and scratches to surface, chip to rim, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Hutchinson Scott Auctioneers, Skipton, North Yorkshire, April 16, 2024 lot 484; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Lambeth Delft Polychrome Heron Charger
English, circa 1745, floral border of typical Bristol style centering decoration of a heron, 2-3/8 x 13 in. diameter, scattered anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, chipping along edge of rim and base, one rim chip filled, scratches, some loss to enamel, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Mark & Marjorie Allen, Putnam Valley, New York (accompanied by copy of receipt dated April 3, 1990 for $2,000); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Dutch Delft Polychrome Plate probably 18th century, the base initialed “LPK” for De Lampetkan workshop, the borders with panels of fish, central decoration of figural wagon scene, 1-1/8 x 9-1/2 in. diameter, anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and crazing, chipping along edge, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $200 - $400
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Two English Delft ‘Farmyard’ Plates probably Bristol, 18th century, each with central decoration of manganese trees and fowl, one a peacock, one a chicken, each approximately 7 in. diameter, scattered anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, chips to edges, some more notable than others, no apparent repairs
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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Assorted Fossil Collection
five specimens total, including two pieces of petrified wood, the largest measuring 4-1/4 x 4-1/2 in., one cut and polished ammonite specimen from Madagascar 6-1/4 x 5-1/4 in, one fossil sand dollar in matrix 2 x 4-3/4 in, and one fossilized pine cone 1-1/4 x 4 in., abrasions, losses, and repairs to specimens, some residue, and chipping to corners
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Two Petrified Wood Specimens
two specimens of polished petrified wood, both with brilliant reds, browns, and yellows resulting from iron oxides, the largest specimen weighs 23.6 kg and measures 6-1/4 x 13 in., both pieces together totaling 28.4 kg., abrasions, losses, residue, and chipping to both specimens
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
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Rare English Horn Beaker by Nathaniel Spilman for “The Society of Universal Goodwill”
Great Yarmouth/Norwich, circa 1784-1792, finely engraved horn cup in decoration of an armorial with a rising sun and then quartered with animals representing different continents, inscribed “Be Ye Wise As Serpents/And Harmless As Doves/ Love Ye The Stranger/Nat. Spilman/South(?) Sea(?) Yarmouth/The Society of Universal Goodwill”, the reverse decorated in figural library scene, silver band at base, 4-3/4 x 3-7/8 in., wear and minor chipping to rim, silver band loose due to lacking nail, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Steven S. Powers, Brooklyn, New York (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 7, 2012 for $6,500); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
“The Society of Universal Goodwill was founded in Norwich/Yarmouth in 1784 by Dr. John Murray and originally named The Scots Society.” - Steven S. Powers, 2012. Similar horn beakers by Spilman can be seen in the National Maritime Museum, London, United Kingdom, See: Object Number OBJ0435 - https://www.rmg.co.uk/ collections/objects/rmgc-object-61538 and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton, United Kingdom.
Brunk Auctions sold a similar Nathaniel Spilman example dated 1788, March 29, 2010 lot 60, see: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/7200841_english-horncup-dated-1788.
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Finely Engraved Silver Mounted English Horn Cup Dated 1768 the exterior in all over decoration of a village scene featuring numerous figures and animals, silver shield attached to rim inscribed “B/1768”, 3-3/4 x 2-3/4 in., some small chips and losses to body, rim, and base, small hairlines to rim near shield, tarnish to silver, exceptionally thin area visible at interior as a small hole, possibly naturally occurring, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Northeast Auctions, August 18, 2018 lot 260 for $1,000 (accompanied by copy of receipt and catalog listing); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Nautical Walking Stick with Carved Marine Ivory Knob
19th century, likely sailor made, painted mahogany shaft topped by carved knob in the form of a hand grasping an eel, 32-7/8 x 1-3/4 in., scratching and loss to painted surface, some cracks to wood near knob and ferrule, whalebone with small circular patch (possibly as made) on top of fingers, some hairlines to whalebone, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Bruce Shelton Gallery, Nashville, Tennessee (accompanied by copy of receipt dated September 12, 2013 for $2,150); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Sailor Made Inlaid Ladies Dresser Box
19th century, rectangular form, hinged lid opening to mirrored and velvet lined interior, with mother of pearl and abalone inlay, mixed woods, 6-1/4 x 13 x 8-1/4 in., surface dirt, scattered scratches and bumps to case, some cracks and small losses to inlays, mirror plate possibly later, some staining and losses to interior lining
Provenance: Rafael Osona, Nantucket, Massachusetts, August 3, 2019 lot 292 (accompanied by receipt dated 8/3/2019 for $1,100); A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Scrimshaw Candle Holder with Mahogany Base Plate
American, mid 19th century, whalebone with carved floral decoration, remnants of old candle, 11-3/8 x 5-5/8 x 4-1/4 in., surface dirt, dust, and accretion, wax residue, chip to whalebone at back bottom, some glue residue at joint of base and column, some small hairlines to whalebone
Provenance: Wasserman Collection; Robert Thayer American Antiques, New York City, New York; Nevermore Antiques, Dover, New Hampshire (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 10, 2016 for $4,700); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Scrimshaw Whalebone Watch Holder and Waltham Pocket Watch
probably American, 19th century, likely sailor made, rectangular case with arched top with hook for watch suspension flanked by acorn finials, small hinged door, all atop four footed base with four acorn finials, 8-3/4 x 6-1/4 x 3-5/8 in.; Waltham pocket watch, Movement Serial Number: 22614397, marked on interior “H.W.W.Co./Waltham.Mass./Illinois Watch Case Co./Spartan/0947966...”, the back side with monogram “T.J.G.”, 2-1/8 x 1-3/4 in., watch holder with scattered cracks, scattered glue residue at seams and joints, top of base loose, some chipping and loss to bases of acorn finials, surface dirt/accretion, pocket watch lacking crystal and minute hand, does not appear to be working at time of inspection, cracks to dial
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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Two Ivory and Horn Scrimshaw Powder Flasks
American, 19th century, ivory, horn, and wood construction, comprising: ovoid cylindrical example with scrimshaw eagle, urn, “E Pluribus Unum” banner, and three mast sailing ship with banner “Ship Albion Fairhaven”, (Massachusetts) threaded screw on stopper with carved fist form finial with date “1842”, 3-1/2 x 2-1/2 x 2-1/8 in.; almond shaped example with carved roundel and geometric banding, two horn side panels with scrimshaw sailing ship and floral urn motifs, segmented threaded screw on stopper, brass side rings, 4 x 2-1/8 x 1 in., surface dirt and accretion, scattered scratches, stoppers functional at time of inspection, some minor cracks and pitting to surfaces
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
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English Scrimshaw Horn and Marine Ivory Snuff Box dated 1704, of lidded oval form, with inlaid decorative motto “If You/Love Mee/Lend/Mee Not”, beaded borders, 1-1/4 x 3 x 3-5/8 in., brown patina, a few minor bumps and losses to inlay, small chips to lid rim, 1/8 in. patch to lid rim, scratching and age splits, loss to beaded borders, surface dusk/accretion
Provenance: Brunk Auctions, Asheville, North Carolina, Premier Auction - Session II March 26, 2022 lot 898 for $2,800 (accompanied by copy of receipt); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Charles I Small Wood and Scrimshaw Horn Snuff Box English, dated 1651, of lidded oval form, with inlaid decorative motto “If.You:Love. Mee.Leand:Mee:Not.x./RP/1651”, beaded borders, 1-3/8 x 3 x 2-1/4 in., small chips and holes to horn at lid rim, some cracks and scratches to wood, some protruding nails, lifting et edges of plaque on lid, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Northeast Auctions, August 18, 2018 lot 287; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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Small Scrimshaw Oval Horn Snuff Box 18th/19th century, in decoration of birds, a mermaid, and a three masted ship, hinged lid with wood underside, 2 x 3-3/4 x 1-3/4 in., chips and holes to horn on lid and rim, surface scratches, dirt, and discoloration
Provenance: Rafael Osona Auctions, Nantucket, Massachusetts, Aug 3, 2019 lot 403 (accompanied by copy of receipt for $400); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
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Folk Painting of Washington’s Tomb (American, 19th century)
Possibly after William Matthew Prior (1806-1873), unsigned, oil on canvas, 21 x 31 in.; gilt wood frame, 24 x 34 in., crackle, surface dirt layer; frame with wear
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
552
Two American Folk Landscapes (American, 19th century)
Niagara Falls and Farm Scene, both unsigned, Niagara oil on canvas,14 x 18 in.; gilt wood frame, 16-1/4 x 20-1/4 in.; Farm Scene oil on panel, 15-1/2 x 18 in.; burlwood frame, Niagara with original canvas, areas of retouch, surface dirt, stretcher marks; Farm with areas of retouch; both frames with wear
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
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Signed 1890 Folk Art Farm Scene (American, 19th century)
Farm Scene, possibly Pennsylvania, 1890, signed and dated lower right “Winthrop Dickey ‘90”, oil on canvas, 17-1/2 x 28 in.; burlwood frame, 22-1/2 x 32-3/4 in., areas of retouch, surface dirt layer, stretcher marks; frame with wear
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
554
William Ferdinand Macy Cape Cod View (New York/Massachusetts, 1852-1901) Seaside Homestead, Cape Cod, 1901, signed lower left “W. Ferdinand Macy 1901”, oil on canvas, 21 x 32-3/4 in.; modern painted and gilt wood frame, 28 x 39-3/4 in., lined, surface dirt, some crackle, apparent repaired tears in sky left, subsequent retouch, small surface bulge at lower right corner; frame with minimal wear
Provenance: Property of a Gentleman, Pennsylvania; Rafael Osona, Nantucket, Massachusetts, August 2020; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
555
American Folk Art Hooked Rug on Frame 19th century, brown ground with multicolored striped diamond motif centering a branching tree with four birds, 37-3/4 x 40-1/4 in., minimal staining throughout, fabric heavily worn down/flattened, some picked/pulled threads throughout, stitched onto backing
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
556
Fine and Rare Pennsylvania Carved Wood Angel Gabriel Weathervane late 19th century, carved pine and copper construction, remnants of paint and gilding, trailing copper belt with punched inscription “1 THESS 4:16:17”, on modern metal stand, 27-1/8 x 42-1/4 x 12-1/2 in., wear and loss commensurate with outdoor use, scattered cracks to wood, large shrinkage crack down center top, numerous areas of visible solder and repair to trumpet and belt with expected dents, discoloration and verdigris, two plugs under proper right arm, later wooden plug to top suspension hole; modern stand with some scratches
Provenance: Kelly Kinzle Antiques, New Oxford, Pennsylvania (accompanied by copy of receipt dated September 2017 for $28,500); Collection of Ted Gossett, McLean, Virginia (accompanied by note indicating purchase by current owner August 23, 2018 for $28,500); A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
558
George Huey Attributed Herring Gull Friendship, Maine, solid body with inletted one-piece head, carved and painted eyes, remnants of original yellow paint and red spot on bill, metal spike at base for mounting, partial dealer label with attribution, 7-1/4 x 19-1/4 x 5 in. (without spike); together with later dock-post stand comprising unpainted pine post and painted plywood base, post 49 x 5-1/2 diameter, base 19-1/4 in. diameter, old overpaint throughout with extensive flaking and losses showing areas of bare wood, original paint surface visible particularly on head, separations at inletted head as made have extended into age cracks down the back, two thin grainrelated separations at head, one side of tail abraded and chipped with associated losses, wood knots visible, corrosion to spike, spike possibly a replacement
Provenance: Griffin’s, December 8, 1988, for $1,500; A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
557
Large Beaufort North Carolina Attributed Carved and Painted Fish Trade Sign late 19th/ early 20th century, with sheet metal fins and rings for suspension, original painted surface, 11-1/2 x 41-1/8 x 1-1/2 in., chipping and loss to painted surface, scattered chips, cracks, and losses to wood, wear commensurate with outdoor use, rust and corrosion, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Anne P. Gray Collection, North Carolina; Purchased at the Brandywine Antique Show, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania (said to have been found in Beaufort, N.C.); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
559
Set of Nine Fine Graduated Tennessee Baskets, Attributed to Mary Prater (American/Tennessee, born 1928), egg or buttocks form, each unsigned, with finely woven rim, band, and wrapped handles, 2-1/4 x 2-1/2 in. to 12-1/4 x 12-1/8 x 8-5/8 in., overall good condition, some slight looseness to weaves, some minor breaks and splits, notably at interiors, surface dust
Provenance: (largest basket) Williams Galleries American Art & Antiques, Nashville, Tennessee (accompanied by copy of receipt dated October 5, 2015); (eight smaller baskets) Case Auctions, Knoxville, Tennessee, June 30, 2012 lot 295; James William Lowery Fine Antiques, Baldwinsville, New York (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 5, 2014 for $3,850); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
560
MESDA Documented Fine and Rare Diminutive North Carolina Federal Desk on Frame Wilmington, North Carolina, 1795-1805, a fine diminutive lady’s desk, mahogany with yellow pine and poplar secondary, fall board opening to a fitted interior set with seven dovetailed drawers above an additional long drawer, separate frame fitted with two dovetailed drawers, on finely tapered legs, 38 x 22 x 15 in., patches and repairs from previous hinges including strip patch at lower edge of fall board, other scattered minor repairs at moldings and drawer beading, one rear leg spliced just below skirt, minor repair at one drawer bottom, original locks and brasses
Provenance: found in Suffolk, Virginia; Collection of MESDA, deaccessioned July of 2014 into a Private North Carolina Collection; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
This rare diminutive desk is one of only two examples of the form known from Wilmington, North Carolina. A nearly identical example with a history of descent in the Beatty family of Bladen County is also known and has been documented by MESDA. The example offered here is illustrated in Bivins, Wilmington Furniture 1720 to 1860, catalog number 25, as well as in Bivins, The furniture of North Coastal North Carolina, 1700 to 1820, page 411. It is additionally illustrated in Bivins and Alexander, The Regional Arts of the Early South, catalog number 47.
561
Extremely Rare North Carolina William and Mary Stretcher Based Table, ex. Frank Horton attributed to Roanoke River Basin, 1720-1740, walnut throughout, broad top with mitered battens, frame with a single drawer, on finely turned legs and stretchers, 261/4 x 51-1/2 x 35 in., a fine and rare table with good integrity overall, drawer is a replacement, otherwise good with original top with stains and large shrinkage separation, expected wear to turnings, some minor chips and wear at turned feet
Provenance: History in the Caviness family near Robins, North Carolina, purchased by Frank Horton, from dealer Pattie Anderson in March of 1958; Collection of MESDA, deaccessioned into a Private North Carolina Collection; A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
This fine table was displayed in the second room at MESDA for over 40 years. It is illustrated in Bivens, The Furniture of Coastal North Carolina, 1700 to 1820, page 12 and is documented in the MESDA research files. One other table from this rare group is known to survive. Pictured on display in the Pocomoke House Interior, Somerset County, Maryland room at MESDA in book titled Bivens and Alexander The Regional Arts of the Early South, page 15.
562
Rare MESDA Documented North Carolina Tooled Leather Key Basket circa 1850, unknown maker, in tooled decoration of pinwheels, 7-3/4 x 9-1/8 x 4 in.; with period key, 7 x 1-1/2 in., crackling, creasing, and wear to leather, some cracks to rim, small tear to leather at handle, slight separation at seams, surface dirt/ accretion
Provenance: descended in the Hamlin family of Roxboro, North Carolina; Frank L. Horton, Winston-Salem, North Carolina; Laster’s Fine Art & Antiques, WinstonSalem, North Carolina (accompanied by copy of receipt dated July 7, 2021 for $2,000); A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 This basket is pictured in the article Key Baskets by R. Lewis Wright in the Journal of Early Southern Decorative Arts, May 1982, Volume VIII, Number 1, fig. 1 pg. 50. MESDA Research File S-10331, see: https:// mesda.org/item/object/basket-key/3739/
563
Historic Virginia American Windsor Highchair In Early Surface probably Pennsylvania, 18th century, in original surface with traces of multiple paint histories, poplar plank seat, boldly turned arm supports, legs and stretchers, 33 x 14 x 11 in., proper right arm is an early replacement (7-1/2 in. repair), otherwise apparently untouched condition with losses to old paint surface, early accession number printed on bottom
Provenance: Property Deaccessioned from the Chrysler Museum of Art. High chair said to have been used by John Randolph of Virginia. The chair was given by Randolph’s mother to her friend Mrs. Phillip Barraud, wife of Dr. Phillip Barraud, surgeon of the Port of Norfolk during the Revolutionary War. By descent in family to the donor, Dr. Benjamin M. Blake; sold Brunk Auctions, September 15, 2012, lot 31, $6,490; A North Carolina Private Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
564
An Unusual Southern Queen Anne Walnut Open Armchair possibly Virginia, late 18th century, vernacular form with arched crest and pronounced ears, pierced splat, tall open arms, walnut throughout with oak slip seat support, mellow old surface, 44 x 24 x 20 in., good integrity overall, some minor repairs at arm attachments, cracks and some later glue to rear styles at joint with seat frame, later slip seat and seat molding (previously a different upholstery treatment)
Provenance: A North Carolina Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
565
Alfred Heber Hutty (South Carolina, 1877-1954)
Woodstock Barn, signed lower right “Alfred Hutty”, watercolor on illustration board, image 14-7/8 x 20-7/8 in.; modern ogee molding wood frame, 23-5/8 x 17-3/8 in., archival tape at top edge, toning, light foxing; frame with abrasions
Provenance: C. Duncan Connelly Fine Art, Atlanta, Georgia, label verso; Brunk Auctions, Asheville, North Carolina, July 14, 2007; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
567
Alfred Heber Hutty (American/South Carolina, 1877-1954)
566
Alfred Heber Hutty
(Charleston, South Carolina, 1877-1954)
Shrimp Caster, signed lower right “Alfred Hutty” and snail cypher, drypoint on paper, 7-5/8 x 10-3/8 in.; modern frame, 14-1/2 x 18-3/4 in., paper toned slightly at edges, light foxing; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private Charleston Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Literature: Sara C. Arnold and Stephen G. Hoffius, editors, The Life and Art of Alfred Hutty: Woodstock to Charleston, The University of South Carolina, 2012, p.160, no.216,
Edisto Live Oak, 1944, signed lower right “Alfred Hutty” and snail cypher, 2-1/2 x 3-1/4 in.; period wood frame with dark stain, 8-3/4 x 9-3/4 in., good crisp mage, minor toning, not examined out of frame; frame with checking to veneer, losses at edges
Provenance: Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
label verso: Edisto Live Oak,
568
Alfred Heber Hutty (American/South Carolina, 1877-1954)
Is You Is or Is You Aint...? (title based on drypoint with the same figures), signed lower right “Alfred Hutty”, watercolor on paper, 21-1/2 x 15-1/4 in.; unframed and in archival portfolio, paper slightly toned, tape residue verso, hinged into archival mat
Provenance: Cannons Auctions, Richmond, Virginia, March 2019; Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
569
Elizabeth O’Neill Verner (American/South Carolina, 1883-1979)
Flower Seller, signed bottom edge, “E O Verner”, pastel on paper, 9 x 8-1/2 in.; modern wood frame, 11-1/2 x 11 in., very good condition, bright color, clean surface; frame with minor abrasions
Provenance: Charlton Hall Galleries, West Columbia, South Carolina, 2012; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
570
Elizabeth O’Neill Verner (American/South Carolina,1883-1979)
Hoeing the fields, signed lower right “Elizabeth O’Neill Verner”, pastel on silk on board, 19 x 14 in.; modern black painted frame, 20 x 15 in., surface is bright, unsmudged and clean, framed under glass; frame with light wear
Provenance: Buchanan and Kiguel, Alexandria, Virginia; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
571
Elizabeth O’Neill Verner (American/South Carolina,1883-1979)
Manda’s Cabin (title based on etching of the same view), signed lower right “... Verner”, pastel on silk on board, 19 x 14 in.; silver gilt frame, 20 x 15 in., overall excellent color, pastel is well adhered, board stamped verso “Bradley / Savannah”, under glass with spacer, sealed with tape; frame with light wear
Provenance: Buchanan and Kiguel, Alexandria, Virginia; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
573
Rare Alice Ravenel Huger Smith Woodblock (American/South Carolina, 1876-1958)
572
Alice Ravenel Huger Smith (American/South Carolina, 1876-1958)
Celestial Figs, not visibly signed, color woodblock on Japan paper, 12 x 6-7/8 in.; wood frame, 12-1/2 x 7-1/2 in., hinged to acid free backing, slight toning; frame with minor abrasions
Provenance: Property from the Estate of Elizabeth O’Neill Verner sold at Charlton Hall Galleries, West Columbia, South Carolina, 2012; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Moss Hung Tree, signed lower left, “Alice R. Huger Smith”, dated lower right “August 27th 1918”, inscription verso from original backing “Aug 17 1918 / A Moss Hung Tree / Charleston / Carolina”; color woodblock, sight 11-1/2 x 6 in.; modern black frame, 16-1/4 x 9-3/4 in., clean bright surface, paper in very good condition; frame with light wear
Provenance: David Allen Fine Art, Arlington, Virginia, 11/13/2012; Private Maryland Collection Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
574
Anna Heyward Taylor Woodblock (American/South Carolina, 1879-1956)
White Heron, 1930, edition 2, signed lower right “Anna Heyward Taylor”, woodblock print, image size 10-1/2 x 7-1/4 in.; modern wood frame, 17-3/4 x 13-3/4 in., clean bright paper, small points of foxing in border of left and bottom edge, flattened fold upper left corner; frame with light abrasion top right. Provenance: David Allen Fine Arts, Arlington, Virginia,1-8-12; (? Swann Galleries, New York, March 3, 2011); Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
575
Antoinette Rhett (Charleston, South Carolina, 1884-1964)
Four works on paper: Pirate House, not visibly signed, etching, 3 x 3 in.; Sword Gate, not visibly signed; etching, 3 x 2 in.; Two botanical subjects, one signed lower right “Rhett”, etching, 4-1/2 x 1-3/4 and 3-1/4 x 1-3/4 in.; Egrets, initialed lower right, 4 x 3-1/2 in.; all in modern black frames, all in very good condition, Pirate House matted and archivally framed; Sword Gate trimmed and floating in frame; Botanical subjects, trimmed and floating in frame; Egrets slightly toned; not examined out of archival framing; frames with light wear
Provenance: Charlton Hall Galleries, West Columbia, South Carolina, 2013; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $600 - $800
576
Carew Rice Silhouette
(American/South Carolina, 1899-1971)
Medicine Mile in the Hell Hole Swamp. South Carolina Low Country, 1969, signed lower right “Carew Rice”, hand cut silhouette, sight 3-1/4 x 5 in.; original black painted wood frame, 8-1/2 x 10 in., good condition, not examined out of archival framing; frame with wear and areas of paint loss at edges
Provenance: Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
577
Charleston Federal Inlaid Mahogany Card Table late 18th century, demilune foldover top, blocked frieze with inlaid lozenges, tapered legs, white pine secondary wood, ash(?) gates, 29-1/2 x 39 x 18 in., structurally sound, top edge with areas of inlay loss, restored finish with high polish, one gate leg with doweled repair, small veneer loss at top of one leg above inlay, other general wear and imperfections from age and use
Provenance: Private Texas Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
578
Fine and Rare Charleston Conch Shell Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table
South Carolina, circa 1800, figured mahogany throughout, line inlaid top and two drop leaves, conch shell and line inlaid tapered legs, white pine inner frame, ash gates and drawer bottom, red cedar drawer sides, 28-1/2 x 22-1/2 x 29-1/2 in., fine table in excellent condition, original brasses, minor stains and distress to top, very small patch and distress at escutcheon
Provenance: Private South Carolina Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
579
Two 19th Century Charleston, South Carolina Surveys
Robert Mills, Charleston District, South Carolina, Surveyed By Charles Vignoles & Henry Ravenel, 1820, Improved for Mills’ Atlas, 1825, Philadelphia/ Baltimore, 1825, engraving on wove paper with minimal hand colored highlights, sheet 37 x 35-1/2 in.; Charleston Harbor and its Approaches..., U.S. Coast Survey Office, under the direction of A.D. Bache and C.O. Boutelle, 1866, engraving on wove paper, sheet 32 x 32-1/2 in., some toning, handling creases, wear and small losses at edges; Mills with some separations and reinforcements at join lines; Coast Survey with tear through Folly Island
Provenance: Private Charleston Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
581
580
Rare Aiken, South Carolina Cotton Room Screen created by James Mathewes Legaré (1823 - 1859) of Aiken, South Carolina, large wrought iron room screen wrapped in cotton with figural crest and open niche, patented plastic-cotton process named Lignine used for molding, water- and fireproofing, 87 x 61 x 24-1/2 in.
accompanied by a write up of the detailed patented process and a facsimile of a Charleston newspaper article featuring Legaré and his furniture, scattered losses and distress throughout, including loss of putti’s head, one trumpet device off but present, wear and losses at feet, other surface distress throughout
Provenance: Emma Susan Gilchrist, acquired from the maker’s brother; an Important Southern Institution
Estimate: $500 - $1,000
accompanied by a write up of the detailed patented process and a facsimile of a Charleston newspaper article featuring Legaré and his furniture
South Carolina Historic Oak Roll Top Desk 20th century, said to have been owned by Peter McGee, Jr. who served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1963 to 1968, representing Charleston County, South Carolina, locking roll top with brass mount above a writing slide and three drawers, oak throughout, 37-1/2 x 29-1/2 x 23-1/2 in., very good condition throughout, one drawer pull likely replaced and one possibly reglued, knee shelf is replaced or added
Provenance: Private South Carolina Collection
Estimate: $400 - $600
The South Carolina House of Representatives traditionally gifted a desk to representatives when they left office. Peter McGee, Jr. received this one when he left office in the late 1960s.
585
583
Five Pieces Southern Silver Flatware early to mid 19th century, including ladle with acanthus handle, marks for M.W. Galt, Bro. & Co. (Washington, DC 1871-1892); teaspoon, marks for Hayden & Gregg (Charleston, South Carolina, working 1838-1842); three teaspoons, marks for John Campbell (Fayetteville, North Carolina, working 1826-1836; Cheraw, South Carolina, c. 1835; and Nashville, Tennessee, working 1836-1855), two with monograms, 7.35 oz. T. total, 5-3/4 in. to 12 in., all with wear and damage
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
Four Southern Coin Silver Spoons
mid 19th century, including William Ewan salt shovel (Charleston, South Carolina, working 1841-1860), 3-7/8 in.; two Clark, Rackett & Co. coin silver teaspoons (Augusta, Georgia, working 1840-1852), 5-1/2 in.; one Moses Peck Stickney teaspoon, probably retailed in New Orleans, 6 in., 56 grams total, all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $100 - $200
588
Two Charleston Coin Silver Mugs, Gregg, Hayden & Co. South Carolina, mid 19th century, one can form with reeded bands, monogram, marks for Gregg, Hayden & Co. (working 1846-1852), 3-1/4 in.; smallest with scroll handle, no monograms, marks for Gregg, Hayden & Co. (working 1846-1852), 3 in., 9.02 oz. T. total, smallest with repaired handle and dent, all with light scratches and wear
Provenance: Private Charleston Collection
Estimate: $400 - $800
582
John Ewan Coin Silver Creamer and Covered Sugar, Dolphin Finial Charleston, early to mid 19th century, bulbous lobed body with grape and vine die-rolled border, domed lobed lid with dolphin finial, no monogram, marks for John Ewan (Charleston, South Carolina, working 1823-1852), 28.48 oz. T., 8-1/2 x 8-1/2 x 5-1/4 in. covered sugar and 7-1/2 x 5-3/4 x 4 in. creamer, creamer lid with rim dents and finial pushed in, both with base pushed and repaired, lacquerer finish with spots of lose, bases bent, dents and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
584
Four Charleston, Maryland, and Sterling Serving Pieces including coin silver fish server with fiddle and thread handle, monogram “Bowman” marks for marks for Gregg, Hayden & Co. (working working 1846-1852), pseudo hallmarks for 1848, Gale & Hayden (New York, NY working 1845-1850), 10-3/4 in.; two coin silver ladles with rounded handles, heraldic devices, marks for John Lynch (Baltimore, Maryland, working, 1786-1848), 7-3/4 in.; sterling Dominick & Haff Labors of Cupid asparagus server, 9-3/4 in., 13.79 oz. T. total, all with average wear
Provenance: Private Charleston Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
586
Seven Pieces Charleston Coin Silver Flatware, Ewan Family, South Carolina, early to mid 19th century, including soup ladle with fiddle handle, later monogram, marks for John Ewan (working 1823-1852), 14 in.; six large spoons, fiddle handles, monograms, marks for William H. Ewan (working 1841-1860), 9 in., 21.01 oz. T. total weight, minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
587
Three American Coin Silver Mugs, Charleston & St. Louis mid 19th century, including largest one with shaped sides, scroll and floral decoration, no monogram, marks for William H. Ewan (working 1841-1860), 4 in.; one sterling with square handles, engraved decoration, monogram “Ellen”, marks for retailer Carrington, Thomas & Co. (Charleston & Co., working 1871-1901), 3 in.; one coin silver with scroll handle, repousse and engraved floral and foliate decoration, “Arthur Wallace Alexander”, marks for Jaccard & Co. (St. Louis, Missouri, working 1864-1873), 3-3/4 in., 12.89 oz. T. total, all with light wear
Provenance: Private Charleston Collection
Estimate: $400 - $800
589
Paul Sawyier
(American/Kentucky, 1865-1917)
Bend in the Kentucky River, signed lower left “Paul Sawyier”, watercolor on paper, 10-1/4 x 13-1/2 in.; giltwood frame, 19 x 22-1/2 in., surface is good, paper slightly toned; hinged into acid free mat; frame with light wear
Provenance: The Charleston Renaissance Gallery, Charleston, South Carolina; Stuart Holman Auctions, Cincinnati, Ohio, April 21, lot 204, 2006; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $12,000
590
Paul Sawyier
(American/Kentucky, 1865-1917)
Waters Edge, Frankfort, Kentucky, signed lower left “Paul Sawyier”, watercolor on board, 6-1/4 x 4-3/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 15 x 13 in., slightly toned edge, clean surface and strong color; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
591
Marguerite Miller
(American/South Carolina, 20th/21st Century)
A Sunny Day in Charleston, not visibly signed, oil on canvas, 16-1/8 x 20-1/8 in.; original early 20th century gilt wood frame, 20 x 24 in., cleaned and linenbacked, bright clear surface; frame with minor wear
Provenance: Johnson Haygood Fine Art, Johns Island, South Carolina; Private Maryland Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 labels verso, M Miller Studio 3, Gibbes Art Gallery, Charleston, South Carolina; Lanneau’s Art Store, Charleston, South Carolina
592
Rudolph Ingerle (American, 1879-1950)
Great Smoky Mountains, estate tag verso, oil on canvas board, 10 x 14 in.; 14-1/4 x 18-1/4 in., good clean surface; frame with light wear
Provenance: Property of a Private Collector Estimate: $800 - $1,200
593
Peggy Root (American/North Carolina/Tennessee, born 1958) Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina, signed lower left “Peggy N Root”, oil on canvas, gilded cove molded frame, 40 x 60-1/2 in.; 65-1/4 x 45-1/4 in., surface is very good; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
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596
Rare North Carolina Federal Bellflower and Light Wood Inlaid Walnut Sideboard Fayetteville, 1800-1820, walnut case dramatically inlaid with bellflower chains, light wood lozenges and line inlay, two dovetailed drawers flanked by four doors, yellow pine secondary woods, probably original brass pulls, 37-1/4 x 58-1/4 x 20-3/4 in., good condition and integrity overall, original top has been reset with later applied strip at back of case to secure it, one rear leg tipped out approximately 2 in., leg also has an added spline at joint with case, minor cracks, distress, and staining at foot bottoms with some corrosion and other distress, some stains at left door panel, two doors with narrow strip patches at hinges, other typical minor scattered repairs and flaws
Provenance: Estate Antiques, Charleston, South Carolina; Property from Historic Dean Hall Plantation, South Carolina
Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
This impressive sideboard is from a small group of examples documented to the Fayetteville, North Carolina area. Closely related examples have been recorded by MESDA and several are illustrated in John Bivens, Jr. The Furniture of Coastal North Carolina, 1700-1820, see pages 438-441. MESDA research file McG32-2 is particularly closely related. The example offered here is slightly more diminutive and not as tall as some of those documented examples, but there is no indication of any height reduction to the legs, suggesting that this was perhaps a custom order. Most of the examples that are of taller form have an additional tier of drawers under the cabinet doors. The shallower case on this example gives it a particularly light feeling and pleasing proportions.
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A Fine and Rare North Carolina Federal Inlaid Walnut Cellaret attributed to Joseph Freeman (1772 -1842), Gates County, North Carolina, dovetailed box with fitted interior, inlaid escutcheon, single dovetailed drawer with probably original brass, pull out drink slide, on tall tapered legs, mellow surface, 42-1/2 x 27-1/2 x 16 in., good integrity and condition overall, interior bottle dividers largely replaced, (some side supports are original), top with old shrinkage separation with infill strip, minor patches at hinges, original bed molding, probably original brass, stains and sun fading to top, locks replaced
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
This fine cellaret is from a small group of examples documented to the shop of Joseph Freeman. A very closely related example with a history in the Freeman family is in the collections of Colonial Williamsburg. See Hurst and Prown, Southern Furniture 1680 to 1830, catalog number 164. For more on Joseph Freeman and another illustrated example, see Bivens, The Furniture of Coastal North Carolina, page 375, (MESDA research file, 2548)
599
598
North Carolina Masonic Inlaid Pedestal Table early 20th century, walnut, cherry, and tiger maple, the square geometric top centering a tiger maple masonic motif, on pedestal base with scrolled feet, 30 x 22-1/4 x 22-1/2 in., good condition overall, old varnished surface, scattered light scratches and abrasions at top, other typical minor surface flaws
Provenance: Private Collection, Campobello, South Carolina; Valhalla Hand Weavers, Tryon, North Carolina; Jeff L. Nelson Lodge No. 605, Tryon, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $700
Accompanied by membership card for Jeff L. Nelson Lodge No. 605, Tryon, North Carolina, member Clyde E. Lancaster, dated October 2, 1973; silver keychain tag for Jeff Nelson AF & AM, Tryon, N.C., member R.B. Lawrence, made June 15, 1960, Natural Bridge, Virginia; postcard depicting Valhalla Hand Weavers, Tryon, North Carolina, proprietors Adeline and Ralph Lawrence
North Carolina Coin Silver Tray, Bernard Dupuy Raleigh, mid 19th century, round rectangular with die rolled board, cornucopia handles, with floral and paw feet, back monogram “Polk”, floral cartouche on front with “WSP”, later inscription at top with “A” crossed swords and “NYC USV”, at bottom “Presented to/Frank Lyon Polk/by/Troop ‘A’ U. S. Volunteers/January 27th 1908”, marks for Bernard Dupuy (Raleigh, North Carolina, working 1827-1843) with pseudo hallmark of Philadelphia eagle, 24.17 oz. T., 1-3/4 x 13-3/4 x 8-1/8 in., repaired crease at one handle, small crease at one handle, wear to inscription and cartouche, light scratches, and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000
601
John Campbell Southern Coin Silver Ladle, American, early to mid 19th century, fiddle handle, monogram, marks for John Campbell (Fayetteville, North Carolina, working 1827-1836; Nashville, Tennessee, working 1836-1855; Montgomery, Alabama, working 1855-1860), 7.79 oz. T., 13-3/4 in., small dents in bowl, light scratches
Provenance: Brunk Auctions, November 18-19, 2016, lot 94
($3,750); Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
600
North Carolina Coin Silver Pap Boat, Isaac Marquand Edenton, late 18th century, round form with tapering spout, marked “IM” (Isaac Marquand, working 1791-1796), 42 grams, 1 x 3-3/4 x 2-1/4 in., good condition with a few spots of heavy tarnish and wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000
602
Eleven North Carolina Coin Silver Spoons
early to mid 19th century, including teaspoon, marks for Thomas William Brown (Wilmington, working 1830-1872); teaspoon, marks for Stephens Baker (Wilmington, working 1816-1818 and Beverly, Massachusetts, working 1818); four teaspoons, marks for Samuel Parks Alexander (Charlotte, working 1837-1843); serving spoon, marks for Warren Prior (Fayetteville, working 1834-1887); tablespoon, marks for Palmer & Ramsay (Raleigh, working 1847-1855); three spoons, marks for John C. Palmer (Raleigh, Oxford, Haywood and Salisbury, working 1821-1889), most with monograms, 7.35 oz. T., 5-1/4 in. to 8 in., all with wear and damage
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
603
Four North Carolina Coin Silver Spoons, Vogler, Selph, Dupuy, early to mid 19th century, including teaspoon with squared handle, mark for John Vogler (Salem, working 1805-1855); serving spoon with coffin handle, mark for John Selph (Fayetteville, working 1807-1838) and two teaspoons with marks for Bernard Dupuy (Raleigh, working 1827-1843), two with monograms, 94 grams, 5-1/4 in. to 9 in., Selph spoon with loss to tip and buffed, all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
604
North Carolina Coin Silver Ladle, William Pratt
American, early to mid 19th century, downturned tipt back fiddle handle, round fins, shell on back of bowl, marks for William T. Pratt (Washington, North Carolina, circa 1843), monogram, 5.16 oz.T., 13-1/2 oz.T., dent in bowl, light scratches
Provenance: Brunk Auctions, March 23, 2013, lot 391 ($3,800); Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
605
George W. Stewart Kentucky Coin Silver Horse Trophy
American, mid-19th century, main body encircled with racing scene, stewards’ booth and American flag, landscaped background, acanthus and floral borders, scroll handle, elaborate cartouche surrounded by hunting related items, inscribed “Red Bird”, marked twice, one on base rim and inside base “GW Stewart/Lex KY”, inside base also has eagle head (George W. Stewart, Lexington, Kentucky, working 1843-1852), 29.9 oz.T., 14-1/2 in., base was previous pushed in and has a repair with some soldier, repaired dent on side at crowd (no solider, just hammered back out), both repairs are nicely done, other typical wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $100,000 - $150,000 Red Bird was sired by Grey Eagle, who helped establish Kentucky’s reputation as a premier source of great horses.
https://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-racing/articles/109985/pedigree-analysis-grey-eagle George W. Stewart was active in Lexington, Kentucky between 1843-1852 (and possibly longer). During this time he is known to have produced trophies or racing prizes for a number of stakes races, both in Lexington, for the Kentucky Association, and for the race meets in Louisville, with very few of the trophies having survived. Stewart’s trophies are known for heavy repoussé and are elaborately ornamented with horse racing motifs, showing jockeys on horseback racing towards the finish, a grandstand with spectators watching from behind a rail, and an occupied stewards’ booth, with the American flag flying in the background. Stewart is also known for details such as the hoof prints in the turf and the faces of the spectators.
For similar examples see: Brunk Auctions, July 16, 2015, lot 36, $188,800 (https://live. brunkauctions.com/online-auctions/brunk/rare-george-w-stewart-kentucky-259671)
606
Monumental Signed Tennessee Basket dated 2009, signed on handle interior “Gary Carrell”, egg or buttocks basket, approximately 45 x 46 x 45 in., slight warping to handle and side, scattered splits and breaks to weave noticeable at interior, some splintering throughout, surface dust and accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
607
Bench Made Inlaid Cherry and Figured Walnut Sugar Chest crafted by Buck Fleenor, 2002, a faithful copy of the well-known Eastern Tennessee example at MESDA, hinged lid with divided interior, two dovetailed drawers, 28 x 23-1/2 x 15-1/2 in., very good condition, slight warping to lid, other very minor surface flaws
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
608
Southern Federal Paint Decorated and Punched Tin Pie Safe attributed to Tennessee, first half 19th century, period case with modern paint, cherry and poplar secondary, two case construction, two dovetailed drawers, shelved interiors, lower case sides fitted with fish, fylfot, and star decorated punched tins, the lower case with paneled back, 75-1/4 x 43 x 16 in., good structural condition, lacking one glazed panel, tins appear to be of the period, cut nail and dovetailed construction, top of lower case is finished cherry, but does not appear to be a marriage
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
609
19th Century Tennessee Documents
over 35 documents, including commission, indentures, letter of recommendation, legal writs, patent, summons, school laws, depositions (one with mention of bridge toll and slaves), legal proceedings, mention of steamship “Pat Cleburne”, Sumner County deed for burial grounds, Jacob Peck (Confederate) last will and testament, Cobb family court order; relevance to Washington County, Sevier County, Dickson County, Marion County, Knoxville, and Memphis, largest 13 x 8 in., stains, wear, losses, tears, folds, handling grime
Provenance: Private Collection, Middle Tennessee
Estimate: $500 - $700
611
Tennessee Documents Relating to Banking, Finance, Accounting 19th century, over 35 documents, including various receipts, expense ledger, land receipts, court fees, bills, plea for money, merchant agreements, involving Jenkin Whiteside, Union Bank of Tennessee, Tennessee Sentinel, towns of Jonesborough, Lawrence County, and Nashville, largest 12-1/2 x 8 in., foxing, folds, splits, stains, losses
Provenance: Private Collection, Middle Tennessee
Estimate: $400 - $600
610
Early Tennessee Documents
five 18th century documents, including land deal, indenture, forfeiture document, bastardy statement, and drunkard in Knoxville, largest 13 x 8 in., stains, wear, losses, tears, folds, handling grime
Provenance: Private Collection, Middle Tennessee
Estimate: $300 - $500
612
Group of 19th Century Correspondence, Mostly Southern primarily spanning from Antebellum to Reconstruction era, encompassing Mexican-American War and Civil War, approximately one dozen letters, memos, or correspondence, some written in cryptic crossed letter style; accompanied by three cartes-de-visite, one depicting Maggie Horlbeck, with calling card and her wedding invitation; largest 12 x 7-1/2 in. unfolded, largely intact but with damage ranging from tears, staining, handling grime, and other detractions
Estimate: $200 - $400
613
Rare Tennessee View by James Hope (American, 1818-1892)
Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, circa 1878, not visibly signed, oil on canvas, 30 x 40 in.; period composition frame, 54-1/2 x 44-1/2 in., relined, crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
Landscape artist and Union Army officer, James Hope was one of several artists, Union and Confederate, who translated their combat experiences into distinguished paintings. However, Hope differed from some of his peers because he was already a successful artist and was well-embarked upon a noteworthy career when he joined the Union Army in May 1861 at the age of forty three. Having painted portraits and then landscapes in Canada and around his adopted home in Vermont, Hope began exhibiting works at the American Art Union in 1849 and at the National Academy of Design in 1854 and was elected an associate member of the NAD in 1871. Going to war gave Hope new subject matter and led him to embrace a genre that Sanford R. Gifford-another soldier-artist-called “historico-military” painting; that is, depictions of battles, battlefields, and other significant wartime people and events. His participation in the battles he depicted and his careful attention to geographical and historical verisimilitude made his historico-military works the hallmarks of his career. Please go to https://live.brunkauctions.com/online-auctions/brunk/rare-tennessee-view-by-james-hope-6353028 for complete note.
614
Richmond Virginia Scene by Lyell E. Carr (American, 1857-1912)
Tolbert Plantation, Richmond, Virginia, Summer, 1891, signed lower right “Lyell Carr,” oil on canvas, 24 x 18 in.; reproduction frame, 33-1/2 x 27-1/2 in., relined and re-stretched, surface is clean; frame is in very good condition
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
A similar painting in the collection of the Georgia Museum of Art bears the inscription “Tolbert Plantation”
615
View on the Monocacy River with the Catoctin Mountains in the Distance (American, 19th Century)
oil on panel, not visibly signed, inscribed in graphite on verso in what is presumably the artist’s hand, “View on the Monackesy [sic] River”, 20-1/2 x 28-1/2 in.; modern wood frame, 23-1/4 x 31-3/4 in., clean surface, small areas of retouch in the sky; frame with light wear
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
It is likely that this scene was painted in the mid 19th Century, based on the clothing of the figures in the foreground and the mix of woodlands and open fields as then depicted. Painted by an as-of-yet unidentified artist, the artist’s viewpoint can clearly be established as a site along the Monocacy River looking west to the Catoctin Mountains at a point just south of historic Frederick, Maryland. The area from which the artist sketched or painted became part of the contested ground upon which the battle of Monocacy was fought in 1864, part of which is now protected by Monocacy National Battlefield Park. An extremely rare and early landscape painting of western Maryland.
616
John Anansa Thomas Biggers (American/Virginia/Texas, 1924-2001)
Figural Group, 1949, signed lower left “John Biggers”, graphite on paper, 23-3/4 x 18 in.; modern gilt wood frame, 31-1/2 x 25-1/2 in., paper toned, water stain lower left corner from flooding associated with Hurricane Hugo (1989), loss lower right corner and lower left edge, crease mark upper left corner, light spot on left edge
Provenance: The Collection of Arthur Gilliard, Artforms and Theater Concepts, acquired from the artist while in residence at Bishop College, Dallas, Texas. In 1949 Mr. Biggers joined the faculty of Texas State University for Negroes in Houston, now Texas Southern University, where he established and was chairman of the art department.; Private South Carolina Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
John Biggers was born in North Carolina to a father who was an educator, preacher, and shoemaker. His mother was a domestic worker in white households. He attended Hampton University after high school and it was there he first learned about the influence of African American artists and the social and religious context from which their work grew. The museum at Hampton University (Hampton Institute at the time) had a significant collection of work by African artists as well. He studied with both Charles White and Elizabeth Catlett. He was influenced by the Harlem Renaissance, Mexican Muralists, American Regionalists and the artistic currents of his place and time. In 1943 Biggers was drafted and joined the Navy and that same year his work was included in an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Biggers enrolled in Pennsylvania State University where he earned a Masters and PhD. It is difficult to overstate the importance of Biggers work in educating a generation of African American artists who came through Texas Southern University. He received a UNESCO fellowship in 1957 and was one of the first African American artists to travel to Africa under the auspices of UNESCO. It was a formative experience for both he and his wife Hazel and they returned many times. His own work thoughtfully and poignently connects the mythology of his African roots, the life he experienced in the south and the modern currents of mid-Century America.
It is impossible to capture the career of a great artist in so few words. We are pleased to have the opportunity to present this figural drawing.
617
David A. Williams
(American/Virginia, Born 1969)
River Blue, signed lower right “David Williams”, inscribed verso, “#1634 / David A. Williams / “River Blue”, oil on canvas, 30 x 30 in.; modern light wood frame, 31 x 31 in., clean surface; frame with minor wear
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
619
Edgar Bowlin (American/Tennessee, born 1923)
Louis Armstrong, signed lower right “E Bowlin SC” (SC to denote sculptor), oil on canvas, 20-3/4 x 27 in.; gilt wood frame, 23-1/2 x 29-3/4 in., surface is stable, light grime; frame with minor abrasions
Provenance: Brunk Auctions, September 7, 2008; The Estate of the late Larry Brown, Bluff City, Tennessee by descent to consignor.
Estimate: $400 - $600
A work by this artist is held at the Reece Museum, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City Tennessee accession number 1998.20.405 and is part of the Tennessee Portrait Project established by the NSCDA-TN in collaboration with the Tennessee State Museum.
618
Helen Habberstad North Carolina Scene (American, 1892-1966)
Swansboro Lookout, North Carolina, signed lower right “Helen Haberstad”, oil on canvas, 12 x 16-1/2 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 13-1/4 x 17-1/2 x 1/2 in., backed by Masonite, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
620
Wilfred J. Huettel
(American/Florida, born 1942)
Untitled, Tennessee Landscape, 1976, signed bottom left “W. Huettel”, oil on board, 15-1/2 x 12-1/2 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 20-3/4 x 17-1/2 in., clean bright surface; Inpainting on right frame edge and top of hill; frame with loss bottom left, scattered abrasions
Estimate: $400 - $600
622
Virginia Federal Inlaid Figured Mahogany Server
621
Rare Virginia Attributed Paint Decorated and Leather Inset Carousel Horse
attributed to James Sheetz, (1851-1923), Woodstock area, Virginia, rearing horse with old dry polychrome paint surface, leather seat, inset glass eyes and horse hair tail, now mounted on a modern black finished metal stand, 58 x 45 x 30 in. including stand, good as found condition with expected separations at laminations, some losses at horse’s mouth, some elements of original mane remain, old leather seat with tears and distress (leather seat probably a replacement)
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Sheetz, son of a Civil War veteran, is thought to have created a full-size working carousel with 10 carved horses. It is thought that Sheetz and his carousel traveled throughout the Shenandoah Valley. Two of Sheetz’s horses are now in the collections of the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. For more on Sheetz, see Maine Antiques Digest, March 27th, 2018.
Attributed to Norfolk, 1810-1820, book matched backsplash with pilasters and side rails with balusters, single deep drawer over two cabinet doors, one with false two drawer front, the other side with a shallow drawer over a deep cellarette drawer, inlaid kite escutcheons, turned legs, poplar secondary wood, 52 x 45-1/2 x 24 in., very good condition overall, one corner backsplash lacking small wooden cap, minor patch at one side rail, typical scattered veneer cracks and repairs, surface flaws and scratches, some areas of finish loss at top, some minor beading losses and other scattered flaws, small patch at upper drawer lock
Provenance: Private Collection, Richmond, Virginia
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
623
Mitchell & Tyler Coin Silver Cream Pitcher Richmond, mid 19th century, urn form with scroll and floral repousse decoration, no monogram, marks for Mitchell and Tyler (Richmond, Virginia, working 1845-1866), 5.16 oz. T., 5-1/4 in., small dents and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
624
14 Pieces Virginia Coin Silver Flatware early to mid 19th century, including set of six tablespoons, marks for Joseph Clarico (Norfolk, working 1816-1828); soup ladle, marks for James Meredith (Winchester, working 1812-1860); two teaspoons, marks for John Adam (Alexandria, working 1801-1848); hollow handle knife and coin silver blade, marks for Mitchell & Tyler (Richmond, working 1845-1866); two tablespoons, probably retailed by Charles B. Meredith (Winchester, working 1855-1860); tablespoon with engraved foliate decoration on handle, marks for Henry H. Redman (Norfolk, working 1818-1839); tablespoon, marks for James T. Young (Petersburg, working 1853-1885), most with monograms,16.05 oz. T. excluding hollow handle piece, 5-1/2 in. to 12 in. , Young with heavy loss to bowl, all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $800
625
Presentation Coin Silver Hot Urn and Tea Service
mid 19th century, all with scroll and floral decoration, ivory spacers, hot water inscribed “Presented to/Captain James M. Hill A.L.M. U.S.A/as a testimonial of our admiration him as a...universal kind gentlemanly...by his friend the/Ships Master at Brazos Santiago/December 1846”, with marks for Horace E. Baldwin & Co. (New Orleans, Louisiana, working 1842-1853), 15-1/4 in.; with similar tea service, “H” monogram, marks for Ball, Tompkins & Black (New York NY working 1839-1851), including tea pot 9 in. with matching sugar and creamer, 147.19 oz. T. total weight, all with lacquer finish
Provenance: An Important Southern Institution Estimate: $3,500 - $4,500
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New Orleans Coin Silver Coffee Pot
mid 19th century, Gothic style decoration, ivory spacers, no monograms, marks for retailer
Edward A. Tyler (Belfast, Maine, working 18341838 and New Orleans, Louisiana, working 18381878) and maker Gorham, 23.78 oz. T., 9-1/2 in., dents and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $800
626
Pair of Rare Texas Presentation Coin Silver Water Pitchers
American, mid 19th century, urn form body with scroll handles, inscribed “Presented to/Captain James M. Hill/A.L.M. U.S.A./by his friends/the Ship’s Master at Brazos Santiago/December 1846”, one marked “BALDWIN & Co/NEW ORLEANS/MANUFACTURES” retailer Horace E. Baldwin & Co., (New Orleans, Louisiana, working 18421853); one marked “BALL TOMPKINS & BLACK/SUCCESSORES TO/ MARQUAND & CO” (New York, NY working 1839-1851), also marked “WF”, 52.65 oz. T., 11-1/4 in., lacquered finish, wear to inscription Provenance: An Important Southern Institution Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
628
12 Pieces Maryland Coin Silver Flatware, Most Samuel Kirk, Baltimore, early to mid 19th century, including nine Samuel Kirk spoons, three 6 in., four 7-1/4 in. and two 8-7/8 in. (working 1821-1846); two forks with bead handles, marks for George W. Webb (1830-1863), 6-7/8 in.; bright cut tablespoon with gilt bowl, marked “C.Bro.&Co.” and 1015”, 7-1/2 in., 15.14 oz. T. total, some bowls with dents, wear to tines, all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
629
Kirk Repousse Sterling Milk Pitcher
Baltimore, 1896-1924, urn form with floral and foliate repousse decoration, marks for S. Kirk & Son Co., “171”, 10.5 oz. T., 7-1/4 in., light wear
Provenance: Private Collection Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $600 - $1,200
630
Kirk Repousse Sterling Flatware, Service for 12, 206 Pieces
American, 20th century, including twelve 9-5/8 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; twelve 8-7/8 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; twelve 5-3/8 in. solid handle spreaders; twelve 7-3/4 in. forks; twelve 7-1/4 in. forks; thirty-six 6-1/4 in. forks; twelve 5-1/4 in. cocktail forks; twelve 5-3/8 in. ice cream forks; twenty four 5-7/8 in. teaspoons; ten 6-1/8 in. round soup spoons; two 5-3/4 in. round soup spoons; twelve 6-3/4 in. oval soup spoons; twelve 7-1/2 in. iced tea spoons; twelve 6 in. citrus spoons; twelve 4 in. demitasse, most without monogram, all with marks for S. Kirk & Son, 202.98 oz. T. excluding hollow handle items; with wooden case, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $5,000 - $6,000
632
18 Kirk Repousse Sterling Serving Pieces American, 20th century, including 14-1/4 in. claret spoon; 9-3/8 in. serving fork; 9-1/8 in. serving spoons with large bowl; 9-1/4 in. fruit serving spoon; 7-5/8 in. fruit serving spoon; 8-3/8 in. pierced serving spoon; 6-1/8 in. sugar spoon; 6-1/8 in. butter pick; 7-1/4 in. solid handle butter knife; two napkin clips; hollow handle: cake breaker; large carving set; candle snuffer; meat holder, all with marks for S. Kirk & Son, 21.97 oz. T. excluding hollow handle items, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $700 - $900
631
18 Kirk Repousse Sterling Serving Pieces
American, 20th century, including 10-3/4 in. stuffing spoon; 7-1/4 in. tomato server; 6-1/4 in. ice tongs; 7-1/2 in. bacon server; 4 in. and 3-1/4 in. sugar tongs; 8-3/8 in. serving spoon with lager bowl; 5-1/2 in. bon bon; 8-35/8 in. serving fork; 6 in. olive fork; 6 in. solid handle letter opener; hollow handle: three piece carving set; pie server; salad set with wooden blades; bottle opener, all with marks for S. Kirk & Son, 19.66 oz. T. excluding hollow handle items, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $700 - $900
633
18 Kirk Repousse Sterling Serving Pieces
American, 20th century, including 11 in., 7-1/8 in., 6-3/8 in., 5-3/8 in. ladles; 9-1/4 in. serving fork; 9-5/8 in. serving spoon with egg shape bowl; 7-1/4 in. solid handle butter knife; 6-3/4 in. jelly server; 9-1/2 in. server; 5-1/4 in. bon bon; 4-3/8 in. spoon with shell blow; 4-5/8 in. small fork; hollow handle: salad set with wooden blades; cake knife; poultry shears; cheese knife; match box, all with marks for S. Kirk & Son, 25.46 oz. T. excluding hollow handle items, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $700 - $900
634
24 Repousse Sterling Serving Pieces, Various Makers
American, 20th century including Kirk & Son: 7-3/4 in. bacon server, 6-1/4 in. ice tongs; 6-1/8 in. sugar spoon; 6-1/4 in. salad fork; 6-3/8 in. fork; 6-1/8 in. butter pick; 5-1/2 in. spoon; lemon fork; 4 in. fork; large carving set; Steiff: 5-3/8 in. round soup spoon; 4-3/4 in. lemon fork; 7-1/4 in. hollow handle knife; Dominick & Haff bon bon; hollow handle, various makers: tomato, waffle, two pie servers, cake knife, two spoon/fork servers; serving fork; cheese knife, 11.41 oz. T., minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $400 - $800
637
Charles Giddings
(American, 21st century)
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Seven Repousse Sterling Serving Pieces, Most Stieff
American, 20th century including Steiff 13-1/2 in. double spouted punch ladle, 9-3/8 in. lettuce forks; 9-1/4 in. large blade serving fork, 4-1/8 in. ladle, 6 in. olive spoon; one Manchester hollow handle pie server; hollow handle fish knife, no maker’s mark, 16.95 oz. T., average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $400 - $800
George Ohr (Biloxi, Mississippi, 1857-1918)
Crumpled Mug, signed on base “GE Ohr”, unglazed ceramic, 4 x 4-5/8 x 4-1/8 in., small hairline at rim, firing cracks, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Loading the Hay Bales, signed lower right “Chas Giddings”, gouache on card, 23-3/4 x 34 in.; original frame, 31-1/2 x 41-1/2 in., some foxing and water damage; frame with wear; this work is held in its original frame with many nails. We chose to stop pulling nails and get back to work but if you need us to get it out, we will. It is a fascinating painting.
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Little is known about the artist Chas Giddings but this powerful work shares characteristics of American Scene painters and the WPA murals of the 1930’s and 40’s.
638
Chris Roberts-Antieau
(American, born 1950)
All You Can Eat Country Buffet, 2003, signed on frame, C. Anttieau”, mixed media fabric paintings, composed of applique and embroidery, 16-3/4 x 56-1/2 in.; painted frame, 23-3/4 x 63-1/2 in., surface is excellent, not examined out of archival framing
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
639
Ward H. Nichols
(American/West Virginia, born 1930)
Vigil, 1970, signed lower right “WN”, oil on board, sight 29-1/4 x 23-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 35-1/4 x 29 in., surface is very good and clean; frame with minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
640
Lamar Dodd
(Georgia/New York, 1909-1996)
Untitled, Black and White Abstract, circa 1970, signed lower right “Lamar Dodd”, ink on paper, sight 30 x 22 in.; modern bleached wood frame, 39-1/2 x 31-34 in., paper is very clean and bright, floating in archival mat, not removed from sealed frame
Provenance: Property from a Private Collection sold to benefit the University of Georgia Foundation Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
641
American School Girl With Red Dress (American, 19th century)
Young Girl in Red Dress with her Dog, inscribed lower left “.?..Birminghamshire England” Goupil, Brooklyn, NY colourman label stamped canvas verso, oil on canvas, 29-3/4 x 24-1/2 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 35 x 30 in., original stretchers and canvas, crackle, small areas of retouch, stretcher marks; frame with wear
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
642
William Mason Brown (American, 1828-1898)
Still Life of Peaches, signed lower right WM Brown”, oil on canvas, 16-1/4 x 20 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 20-1/2 x 24-1/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, old patch repair verso with corresponding retouch recto, one additional spot of retouch; frame with wear commensurate with age
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
643
William Rickarby Miller (American, 1818-1893)
Bay of New York from the Heights of Hoboken, 1860, signed and dated lower left “W.R. Miller 1860”, original artist label verso, oil on canvas, 25-1/4 x 37 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood and composition frame, 31-1/4 x 43-1/4 in. [American Art], wax and linen lined, evidence under black light of repaired vertical tear left side sky, stabilized crackle; frame with wear and abrasions
Provenance: Jordan-Volpe Gallery, New York, NY, (label verso); Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York NY (label verso) until 1980; Private Collection; Questroyal Fine
LLC, New York, New York (label verso); Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $20,000 - $40,000
Literature: American Landscape and Genre Paintings in the New York Historical Society 2, 2. New York: New York Historical
19th Century Landscape Painter, Art & Antiques, May-June 1983, p. 66, ill.
644
American School, Children Playing (19th century)
Boys Playing Hoops and Marbles, 1873, indistinctly signed lower right “Og,,73”, canvas stamped verso “Goupil, (Snow & Roos), oil on canvas, 26 x 31 in.; very fine period carved gilt wood and composition frame, 34 x 39 in., original canvas and stretchers, stretcher marks, crackle, areas of retouch; frame with some wear, areas of repair
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
645
Ferdinand Reichardt (American, 1819-1895)
Picnic by the Lake, bears two signatures lower left “Carlos del Rio/Ferd. Reichardt”, oil on canvas, 13 x 8-1/2 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 18-1/4 x 14 in., linen lined, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
646
John George Brown (American, 1831-1913)
Young Boy with Puppy, signed lower right “J.G. Brown, N.A. 1880”, oil on canvas, 24 x 15-1/4 in.; reproduction gilt wood frame, 27-1/2 x 18-1/2 in., lined, retouch evidence of repaired tear; frame with wear and small losses to gilding
Provenance: Collection of Steve Stewart, Lake Lure, North Carolina
Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
647
Ralph Albert Blakelock (American, 1847-1919)
Indian Encampment on the Lake, oil on canvas, signed lower left “Blakelock”, 15 x 25 in.; fine ornate gilt wood and composition frame, 27 x 37 in., laid on panel, conserved in 2003 at the Lyman Allyn Museum, New London, Connecticut, treatment label verso; frame with small losses, including loss at lower right corner
Provenance: Steven Straw, Inc., Newburyport, Massachusetts; Bernard and S. Dean Levy, New York; Alfred A. Funai, New York; Private Collection, Connecticut; Christie’s, New York, New York, September 27, 2004, lot 63; Questroyal Fine Art, LLC, New York, New York, acquired from above; Private Collection, Massachusetts, 2005
Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000
Exhibitions: Questroyal Fine Art, LLC, New York, New York, Ralph Albert Blakelock: The Great Mad Genius, November 15-December 15, 2005, label verso.
Literature: Ralph Albert Blakelock: The Great Mad Genius (New York: Questroyal Fine Art, 2005), 44, plate 31.; John Zeaman, “Visions of a Troubled Genius: An American Original Gets His Due,” review of Ralph Albert Blackelock: The Great Mad Genius, Questroyal Fine Art, New York, New Jersey Record, November 25, 2005, 28.
648
Sanford Robinson Gifford (American, 1823-1880)
Scenery Near Lake George, 1849, signed and dated lower right “S.R. Gifford 1849”, oil on canvas, 20 x 30 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, 33-3/4 x 43-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch; frame with some wear
Provenance: Questroyal Fine Art, New York, NY (label verso); Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000
According to an unpublished letter from Dr. Ila Weiss, “This painting is a rare and important example of Gifford’s early work.” It relates to two sketches by Gifford, both owned by Vassar College, of scenes near Lake George.
649
An Extremely Fine and Rare Full Bodied Copper Cotswold Ram Weathervane
Attributed to the shop of L.W. Cushing & Sons, Waltham, Massachusetts, circa 1880, naturalistically modeled with sculptural stylized fleece, remnants of gilt surface, approximately 32-1/2 x 41-1/2 x 10 in.; custom metal stand, 7-7/8 x 30 x 5 in., excellent overall with fine attractive patina with typical signs of outdoor use, crack and peeling to bar under back legs, crack to bar under front legs, some separations at seams towards rear, legs, and hooves, rust and corrosion, some visible solder at seams throughout, two filled bullet holes, filled hole at underside, professional solder repair to proper right ear
Provenance: Crane Kalman Folk Art Gallery, London, England; The Cosgrove Collection; Allan Katz Americana, Madison, Connecticut; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000
This ram is pictured in Incollect Magazine Issue 2, pg. 8 & 43. A nearly identical example sold at Sotheby’s New York, The American Folk Art Collection Of Burton and Helaine Fendelman, October 23, 1993 lot 36 for $48,875.
650
Folk Art Carved and Painted Wood Horse Weathervane American, 19th century, posed mid trot, remnants of gray, yellow, and black paint, metal supports on legs, wire support on tail, 18-1/8 x 23-3/4 x 1-1/4 in.; custom metal stand, 11-5/8 x 20-1/4 x 3 in., wear and loss commensurate with outdoor use and age, separations at seams, break and loss to top of tail, notable loss to painted surface, glue residue at neck, tail, and top of head, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Stephen Douglas Antiques, Rockingham, Vermont; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
651
Pair New England Folk Portraits (American, 19th century)
A Lady in Red and A Gentleman in a Patterned Waistcoat, unsigned, oil on canvas, each 30 x 24 in.; matching period painted and gilt wood frames, each 33-1/2 x 27-1/2 in., (she) lined, areas of retouch, (he) with three small patch repairs verso; both frames with wear both conserved 2013 by Martha Cox, Shapleigh, Maine, conservation labels attached verso
Provenance: Skinner, Marlborough, Massachusetts, sale no. 2608M on August 12, 2012, lot 1055 (accompanied by receipt for $2200) ; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
653
Rare New Hampshire Folk Art Painted Fireboard Fragment probably Sandwich, early 19th century, two pine boards with wood support verso, original polychrome painted scene featuring a landscape with house and a man in a stovepipe hat picking apples, 24-1/4 x 30-5/8 x 1-3/4 in., scattered wear and losses to wood commensurate with age and use, some dents and checking, separations at seams, loss to wood at right side, abrasions and losses to painted surface, crack and some lifting in lower left corner, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Pictured in New Hampshire Folk Art: By the People For the People by Gerald Ward, Portsmouth New Hampshire, 2019, pg. 23. Accompanied by copy of detailed write up from Linda Carter Lefko.
652
Theorem Style Folk Art Watercolor, Kindig Provenance (American, early 19th century)
Peonies in a Vase, circa 1830, unsigned, watercolor on paper, 12 x 10 in.; original folk painted wood frame with stars and original glass, 16 x 14 in., toning and staining commensurate with age; frame with the expected wear and patination, some losses to paint, slight separation
Provenance: The Kindig Collection; Sotheby’s, New York, The Kindig Collection of Important, Furniture, Paintings, Silver and Decorative Arts, January 21, 2023, lot 637, sold for $8,190.; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
654
Early American Stoneware Jug with Incised Figural Decoration probably New York or Connecticut, early 19th century, the body with incised and cobalt decoration of a man in top hat and long tails (a uniform?) holding a jug and a walking stick, large loop handle, 16-1/4 x 11-1/2 in., large area of abrasion at incised figure’s back, probably as made, scattered anomalies, glaze voids, and pinholes, scattered chips to base, small chip to spout, linear anomaly to base
Provenance: Pook & Pook Inc., Downingtown, Pennsylvania, October 6, 2012 lot 641 (accompanied by copy of receipt for $5,346); Private New England Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
656
655
Carved Sandstone Anthropomorphic Stele exact age and use unknown, likely 19th century, heavy sandstone slab carved to depict a warrior, with arrowhead and heart, 30 x 15-1/2 x 8 in., weathering consistent with outdoor use, pitting and losses to surface, surface dirt and moss accretion, very heavy
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Carved and Painted Folk Art Sign, “My Old New Hampshire Home”
American, 19th/early 20th century, rectangular sign with black painted lettering and embellishments over white ground, 12-1/2 x 49-7/8 x 1-1/2 in., surface dirt and accretion, rubbing and losses to painted surfaces, several old holes from previous mounting, scuffs and abrasions to woods, notably at edges and corners, some checking, some paint loss verso from previous mounting
Provenance: Stephen Douglas Antiques; Northeast Auctions, New Hampshire, The Kilcup Collection of Americana, August 6, 2005, lot 1051, sold for $3,000 (accompanied by copy of catalog listing); Private New England Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Pictured in New Hampshire Folk Art: By the People For the People by Gerald Ward, Portsmouth New Hampshire, 2019, pg. 8
657
Rare American Folk Art Carved and Painted Devotional Station by John W. Perates
Portland, Maine, 1930-1970, with carved signature at lower right “J.E.W. Perates”, carved and polychromed wood with floral cornice, single arched door, with blue painted interior flanked by brightly colored potted flowers, carved and painted base molding, walnut, pine, and other mixed woods with laminate back, 34-1/4 x 34-1/2 x 12 in., appears to be two coats of paint, probably as made, scattered minor paint distress and some slight shrinkage, separations at joints, very small loss at one rear molding, other wear and surface distress, door lacking glazing, possibly as made
Provenance: former collection, Mr. And Mrs. Michael Hall and Dr. Robert Bishop; Private Ohio Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 (1895-1970) Perates’ carvings were discovered in the basement of a Greek Orthodox Church in Maine by Robert Bishop, founding director of the American Folk Art Museum, and Michael Hall, noted folk collector and scholar. This work was exhibited at the Cincinnati Art Museum in a one-person exhibition, entitled 20th entury American Icons: John Perates, from December 8, 1974 - January 5, 1975 (number 13). There were only 13 works exhibited. His work is extremely rare. His carvings were also shown at the Museum of American Folk Art in the winter of 1981 exhibition, entitled The Icons of John Perates
Exhibited: Cincinnati Art Museum, “20th Century American Icons. December, 1974 to January, 1975.” (label verso); Museum of American Folk Art “Icons of John Perates”, 12 February to 10 May of 1981 (label verso)
658
American Folk Art Carved and Paint Decorated Carpenter’s Trade Figure probably early 20th century, the standing figure painted with striped shirt, pointing left, holding a hammer and a marking gauge on a green painted pedestal support, flat back, 65 x 32 x 10 in., paint appears to be an old repaint, with scattered retouch and distress, figure had a pencil behind his ear, now broken off, typical separations at laminations and other shrinkage cracks, hammer and marking gauge likely replaced
Provenance: Northeast Auctions; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
659
Fine American Folk Art Floral Shirred Hearth Rug, Stephen score Provenance New England, circa 1840, multicolored “lollipop” flower motif, wool chenille on linen, 35 x 62-1/4 in., professionally mounted, a few picked/pulled threads, minimal staining, small area of thinning/wear to right of flower pot
Provenance: Collection of Steven and Helen Kellogg, Sandy Hook, Connecticut and Essex, New York, purchased from Alan Daniel at the White Plains Antique Show circa 1965-1970; Stephen Score Inc., Boston, Massachusetts (accompanied by copy of receipt dated August 9, 2013 for $18,000); Private New England Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
660
Large Whimsical Folk Art Needlework
American, 20th century, a colorful city scene with horse drawn carriages and people about town, hilly backdrop with three large trees, buildings with numerous flags and signs advertising various treats, 66-1/2 x 73-1/2 in., some scattered picked/pulled threads throughout, some staining to linen backing
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
661
Joseph Lincoln Attributed Golden Plover and Yellowlegs
Accord, Massachusetts, last quarter 19th century, alert plover and feeding yellowlegs, both well carved with elevated primaries, raised shoulders, high heads and narrow necks, old dry surfaces, tack eyes, visible wooden dowel heads at both crowns, plover with “38” inscribed at belly, later stands, plover 6-1/2 x 9-1/2 x 2-1/2 in., yellowlegs 4 x 9-3/4 x 2-1/4 in., plover most likely in original paint, yellowlegs with early partial repaint, both with losses and retouch, both bills replaced, plover bill with later repairs, yellowlegs bill no longer to species, tack eyes with corrosion, paint and early coat of varnish with chips and minor losses commensurate with age, shot strike
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
662
American Polychrome Painted Wood Seagull early 20th century, naturalistically carved, original painted surface, with glass eyes, approximately 17-1/4 x 7-1/2 x 29 in., mounted on circular wood base with wrought iron support, 24-3/4 x 11-1/2 x 29 in. overall, painted surface with notable chipping, flaking, and loss, cracks around neck and proper right torso, chip and loss to tip of beak, additional hole drilled for wrought iron support, rust and corrosion to metal elements, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Sotheby’s, New York, Important Americana: The Charles and Olenka Santore Collection, January 19, 2023 lot 276 for $12,600; Private New England Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
663
John James Audubon, Song Sparrow (New York, 1785-1851)
Fringilla Melodia, Plate XXV, from The Birds of America, London, 1827-1838, Havell edition, hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint on wove paper with watermark, plate 19-1/4 x 12 in., sheet 37-3/4 x 25-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 41-1/2 x 29 x 1-1/8 in., hinged in, loss to top and bottom right corners, toning, foxing; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Georgia
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
664
John James Audubon, Fish Crow (New York, 1785-1851)
Corvus Ossifragus, Plate CXLVL, 1832, from The Birds of America, London, 1827-1838, Havell edition, hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint on wove paper with “J. Whatman/ Turkey Mill/1832” watermark, deckled edges, plate 38-3/8 x 25-7/8 in., sheet 39-1/8 x 26-7/8 in.; gilt wood frame, 46-3/8 x 33-3/8 x 1-1/8 in., hinged in, some conservation at edges, slight toning, small points of foxing, a few small losses, slight fading; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Georgia Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
665
Gus Wilson Monhegan Style Merganser Drake
South Portland, Maine, early 1900s, Monhegan Island form with leather crest, inletted head, relief carved primaries and raised shoulders, incised eye and bill carving, rigging loop at base, 8-1/4 x 18 x 6-1/4 in., bill replaced and accurate, tail professionally restored (see photos), one strand of crest missing, visible nail head plugs at inletted neck with associated age crack extending to tip of tail, age crack at breast, chips and dents, abrasions, paint losses, surface grime and handling wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Casco Bay Auctions, Freeport, Maine, July 2, 2023, Lot 705
Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
666
John James Audubon, American Woodcock (New York, 1785-1851)
Scolopax minor, Plate CCLXVIII, 1835, from The Birds of America, London, 1827-1838, Havell edition, hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint on wove paper with “J. Whatman/1835” watermark 14.5 x 20.5 in. platemark on uncut sheet, 25.5 x 38 in., binding edge present at top, edges with folds, fading, toning, some small tears along fold lines
Provenance: By descent from noted early American artist Robert Weir (1803-1889), to son and artist Julian Alden Weir (1852-1919) and from thence to his daughter, artist Dorothy Weir Young (1890-1947)
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
This work was framed for Dorothy Weir Young, daughter to Robert Weir with part of the wide margins folded over a wooden strainer, 22.25 x 27.5 inches. It was displayed in this manner at the Branchville, Connecticut summer home and studio of the Weir family (now Weir Farm National Historic Site) until the 1960s. Recently unframed and flattened by a paper conservator, the display portion of the work retains its original color and the paper is bright and clean, although there is light toning at the folds from the strainer and the portion of the margins beyond. Estimate: $2500-5000 Reserve: $850
667
John James Audubon, Stormy Petrel (New York, 1785-1851)
(Thalassidroma Wilsonii), Plate CCLXX, 1835, from The Birds of America, London, 18271838, Havell edition, hand-colored etching, engraving and aquatint on wove paper with “J. Whatman/1835” watermark, plate 12-1/4 x 19-1/2 in., sheet 25-3/8 x 38-1/8 in.; wood frame, 28 x 41 x 1-1/4 in., hinged in, light toning and handling smudges
Provenance: Private Collection, Georgia
Estimate: $600 - $900
668
Attributed to Thomas Buttersworth Sr. Sr. (British, 1768-1827)
Fortified Port Scene with Royal Navy Ships and Paddle Steamer, unsigned, oil on canvas, 13-5/8 x 15-7/8 in.; modern gilt wood frame 15-5/8 x 17-3/4 x 1 in., original stretcher and tacking edge, patches verso, retouch throughout affecting approximately 25% of surface, crackle, surface dirt, cupping, cleavage at top, small points of flaking
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-4097376
669
Attributed to Thomas Buttersworth, Frigate Signaling Danger (British, 1768-1827)
British Frigates Firing a Warning for an Approaching Waterspout, unsigned, oil on canvas, 15 x 19-1/8 in.; gilt wood frame, 18-1/8 x 22-3/8 x 2-1/4 in., lined, restretched on newer stretcher, canvas buckling, surface dirt, retouch predominantly in sky, slightly yellowed varnish; frame with abrasions
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Attributed to Thomas Buttersworth, Jr., Battle of Trafalgar (British, 1807-1842)
after Thomas Buttersworth, Sr.(1768-1827), 21 October 1805, Ships Battling Broadside, unsigned, oil on canvas, 27 x 36 in.; gilt wood frame 31 x 39-7/8 x 1-7/8 in., lined and restretched on new stretcher, crackle, retouch, some minor cleavage, abrasion at edges, surface dirt, mildew verso,; frame with abrasions
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
671
James Edward Buttersworth (British/America, 1817-1894)
Ontario, An American Steam and Sail Ship of the Inman Line, signed lower right “J.E. Buttersworth”, oil on canvas, 20 x 26 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 22-1/2 x 28-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Exhibited: The Sea Around Us, Nassau County Museum of Art, June 5-September 12, 2016 (label verso).
672
James Edward Buttersworth (British/America, 1817-1894)
Ships at Sunset, signed lower right “J.E. Buttersworth”, oil on panel, 9 x 12-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 12-1/2 x 15-3/4 in., crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
James Edward Buttersworth (British/American 1817-1894)
Naval Engagement off France, signed lower right “J.E. Buttersworth”, oil on canvas, 12 x 16 in.; gilt wood frame, 16-1/2 x 20-1/2 in., areas of retouch, crackle, surface dirt layer; frame with wear, losses, re-gilt
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
674
James Edward Buttersworth (British/America, 1817-1894)
Provenance: By Descent
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
675
Augsburg Equinoctial Sundial, Johann Nepomuk Schrettegger (German, 1764-1843), finely engraved octagonal brass body, hinged hour ring, polar height quadrant, and compass with blued hands, inscribed on underside “Eleva-Pol. Augsburg Pari 48 Cracau 50. Schreteger”, 2-1/4 x 2 x 2 in., glass replaced with thin layer of clear plastic, compass hands detached and loose in compass, spotting, discoloration, verdigris, and surface dust
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $300 - $500
676
French Brass Compass Sundial, Nicholas Bion (French, 1652-1733), finely engraved octagonal plate inscribed with numerals and “N-Bion-A-Paris”, the underside with a list of locations, hinged gnomon with a bird form sliding polar axis, glass covered compass and velvet case, 1-3/4 x 4 x 3-1/2 in., spotting, discoloration, verdigris, and surface dust/accretion, compass detached from plate due to lacking screw, velvet base possibly lacking lid, fraying and shattering to velvet, crack and loss to glass cover
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
677
Small Brass Universal Equinoctial Ring probably English, 18th century, unsigned, finely engraved out ring with Roman numerals, the rotating bridge inscribed “I/M/A/N(?)/I/I/A/S/N/D”, 2-3/8 in. diameter; with circular brass case bottom, 2-1/2 in. diameter, spotting, discoloration, verdigris, and surface dust/accretion, possible lacking elements, case bottom possibly later and associated
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $500 - $700
condition; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Trinity House, London, No. 5346 (accompanied by appraisal for $90,000 and other documents, label verso); Private Nashville Collection Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
679
After Theodore Gudin, Loss of the Kent (French, 19th century)
The Burning of the East Indiaman Kent, gouache on paper, inscribed “L’Incendie du Kent/d’apres Guidin” on label verso, circa 1830, sight 24 x 32-1/2 in.; black painted frame, 31-7/8 x 40-1/2 x 3/4 in., not examined out of frame, small hole in wave right middle, points of paint loss, some mildew spotting, abrasion; frame with abrasion
Provenance: Christie’s Maritime Sale, London, 9 May 1996 (lot 435); Welles Henderson Collection until 2008; private collection to present
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Please see website for note. https://live.brunkauctions.com/onlineauctions/brunk/after-theodore-gudin-loss-of-the-kent-6518553
680
Antoine Leon Morel-Fatio, Ten Maritime Studies (French 1810-1871)
drawings include ship building, a young sailor on deck, perspective of a deck, small sketches of ships, figures, mending and other maritime activities, some examples inscribed and dated by the artist, circa 1850s, graphite or graphite with watercolor on paper, 4 x 5-3/4 in. to 9-3/4 x 15-1/2 in.; unframed, all with toning, some foxing, some with stains, some chipping at edges, some with reinforcing conservation tissue at top edge
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Please see website for note. https://live.brunkauctions.com/online-auctions/ brunk/antoine-leon-morel-fatio-ten-maritime-studies-6518555
681
Charles Tattershall Dodd, A Ship-of-the-Line at Anchor (British 1815-1878)
A Royal Navy warship anchored in a bay, unsigned, graphite and chalk on paper, gallery label verso, 11 x 14 3/4 in.; frame, 18-3/8 x 22-1/4 in., toning, some foxing, not examined out of frame
Estimate: $400 - $600
A view of a Royal Navy warship, probably a 74-gun “Third Rater” at anchor with boats out and sails slackened and with a manned gig in the foreground. Charles Tattershall Dodd the Elder lived for most of his life in Tunbridge Wells and was the town’s foremost Victorian artist. He studied at the Royal College of Art, London, winning a gold medal for drawing, and was Drawing Master at the Tonbridge School for some forty years. He exhibited his work at the British Institution from 1830, the Suffolk Street Gallery from 1832, and at the Royal Academy from 1847 to 1859. Primarily a landscape artist, his work is in the John Costable tradition.
682
Attributed to Nicholas Matthew Condy, A Pair of Maritime Scenes (British, 1816-1851)
View of a Royal Navy Shipyard, possibly Plymouth or Sheerness, unsigned: Warship with View of Dry Docks, Ship in Harbor Service, possibly the HMS Devonshire in Sheerness, circa 1849, unsigned, 10-5/8 x 15-3/8 in.; original gilt wood and composition frames, partial Liverpool labels verso, 18-1/4 x 23-1/4 x 2-7/8 in., original stretcher and tacking edge, crackle, cupping, minor cleavage, fluorescence possibly related to consolidation effort or retouch; frames with some restorations
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
683
Bathelemy Chasse, Engraver, Ship Elevation (French 1659-1720)
Coupe Dvne [sic] Galere Auec Ses Proportions, lacking credits at bottom, hand-colored engraving, plate 17 x 21-1/2 in.; gilt wood frame, 24-1/8 x 28-3/4 x 1/2 in., Laid down to acidic card, mat glued to margins, toning and foxing, fading; frame with wear and abrasions
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $100 - $300
684
Circle of Edward William Cooke, Maritime Painting (British, 1811-1880)
Fishing Vessels and Fishermen on Shore, unsigned, oil on board, 13-7/8 x 18-7/8 in.; giltwood frame, museum glass, 17-3/8 x 22-3/8 x 1-5/8 in., slightly yellowed varnish, some retouch mostly at edges, some losses to pigment at edges, gilt accretion from frame
Provenance: Possibly original backing board inscribed verso “Elizabeth Castle/Jersey”, Shipping Label “Lady Gcrst 33”; Bonham’s, July 5-7, 2011
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
685
Paul Jean Clays, Shipping in a Calm Near the Coast (Belgian, 1819-1900)
1867, signed lower right “P. J. Clays 1867”, oil on panel, 13-1/8 x 21-1/8 in.; gilt wood and composition frame, 24-1/2 x 32 x 4-1/4 in., panel cradled, heavy surface dirt, yellowed varnish, scarring from nails at edges, other chipping and abrasions; frame with losses to composition, wear
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate:
687
Joseph Heard, The Ship “Charles Evers” at Sea (British 1799-1859)
Royal Navy ship on a stormy sea, oil on lined canvas, signed and dated lower middle “Jos Heard 1836”, 1836, 28-1/4 x 40-3/8 in.; modern gilt wood frame, 31-7/8 x 44 x 1 in., laid down on possibly Masonite with waxed linen backing, abrasion, stabilized crackle, retouch, yellowed varnish; frame with abrasions
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
688
Gordon Grant (American 1875-1962)
The Great Tea Race of 1866, with Clipper Ships “Ariel” and “Taiping”, signed lower left “Gordon Grant 1942”, oil on canvas, 28-1/4 x 40 in; gilt wood frame 32-3/8 x 44-1/4 x 1-1/2, original canvas and stretchers, areas of retouch, surface dirt layer; frame with wear, grime
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
689
Gordon Grant (American, 1875-1962)
Whaler “Wanderer” (Bark), 1946, signed lower right “Gordon Grant”, oil on canvas, 26 x 40 in.; resurfaced wood frame, 30-1/2 x 44-1/2 in., surface dirt; frame with some wear and separation at corners
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
690
Rare Pair Maine Sailcloth Folk Art Paintings
(American, 19th/20th Century)
two sailcloth seascapes, identified as Phippsburg, Maine, not visibly signed, oil on canvas/sailcloth, 83-1/2 x 18-1/2 in; black painted frame, 87 x 21-1/2 in., some crackle and crazing, abrasions, surface dirt and minor losses; appears to retain original painted wood frame and stretchers
Provenance: Ada & Robert Brandegee, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
691
Frederick Coffay Yohn (American, 1875-1933)
Steamboat in a Mississippi Flood, signed lower right “F.C. Yohn”, charcoal and gouache on buff paper, sight 15-1/2 x 20-1/2 in.; painted and silver finished wood frame, 24-1/2 x 37-1/2 in., not examined out of sealed frame, areas of staining and foxing; frame with minimal wear
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Frederick Coffay Yohn was a well known historical illustrator, specializing in historical and military themes. His work appeared in periodicals including Scribner’s Magazine, Harper’s Magazine, and Collier’s Weekly, and his illustrations were included in Jack London’s A Daughter of the Snows, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Dawn of a To-morrow and Henry Cabot Lodge’s Story of the American Revolution. He designed the 2-cent US Postal Service stamp in 1929 to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of George Rogers Clark’s capture of Vincennes and is best known for his painting of George Washington at Valley Forge. This work was possibly executed as a commission piece for a novella or short story, and likely published in Scribner’s or Harper’s.
692
Large Carved and Painted Wood Ship Half Hull Model American, late 19th/20th century, black and red painted half hull mounted on teal painted backboard with five hanging supports, 14-1/2 x 86-3/4 x 7-1/2 in., scattered crackle, small chips, and losses to original painted surface, chips, scuffs and losses to wood, notably along edges of backboard, surface dust and accretion
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
693
Augsburg Equinoctial Sundial, Johann Nepomuk Schrettegger, (German, 1764-1843), finely engraved and openwork square brass body, hinged hour ring, polar height quadrant, and erectable plumb, compass with blued hands, inscribed on underside
“Johan Schrettegger in Augsburg”, 3-3/8 x 3 x 3 in., spotting, discoloration, verdigris, and surface dust/ accretion, possible lacking elements, not tested for functionality
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
695
694
Two Engraved Brass Sundial Compasses
German/Chinese, 18th/19th century, comprising: German brass compass with finely engraved brass body and gnomon, paper compass dial with glass cover, held within black painted wood case, 1-1/4 x 3 x 3 in.; Chinese brass compass with rectangular plate inscribed with characters, adjustable column/gnomon, compass with blued hands, 3 x 2-3/4 x 2 in., spotting, discoloration, verdigris, and surface dust/accretion, possible lacking elements, not tested for functionality; German example with loss to painted surface, loose and bent second gnomon/element (retained); Chinese example likely lacking bottom (unused screws)
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York Estimate: $500 - $700
Ships Maiden Figure Head with Mounting Block Continental, 18th century or earlier, a fragment depiction of a forward gazing lady, with carved buttons and belt, remnants of paint, approximately 27 x 10-1/2 x 9-1/2 in., mounted on rectangular wood pedestal with metal dowel, 631/4 x 12-1/8 x 12-1/8 in. overall, notable chips and losses to painted surface, wear, splits, and losses to wood, cracks and separations to head behind proper right ear, other typical wear commensurate with age and use, pedestal with some scuffs and abrasions
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
696
Wick Ahrens, Carved and Painted ‘Humpback Whale’ (American, 1944-2016)
signed and dated at base of tail “Wick Ahrens 97”, carved and painted wood, 15-1/2 x 57-1/4 x 2 in., surface dirt and accretion, crackle and some losses to old painted surface, wear consistent with outdoor use
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
697
Carved and Painted Eagle Ships Plaque in the Style of John Haley Bellamy, pine, banner reads “Don’t give up the Ship”, gilt and polychrome decoration, 9-1/4 x 27 x 4-3/4 in., general wear and loss to painted surface and wood, banner is slightly loose, two chips to backside of eagle, crack and repair to banner with glue residue, some small chips to points on right side
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
698
American School, The Steamboat Fulton (American School, 19th century)
The Sidewheel Steamboat Robert Fulton, unsigned, watercolor on paper, sight 17-1/4 x 26-1/4 in.; modern dark finished and gilt wood frame with eglomise mat, 26-3/4 x 34-3/4 x 1-1/8 in., not examined out of sealed frame, spots of staining at lower left, apparent toning; frame with wear
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
The “Robert Fulton”, built by Henry Eckford, was a pioneer, oceangoing steamship and the first vessel built for the Ocean Steam Ship Company, incorporated in April 1819 by Eckford, Cadwallader Colden and David Dunham. This view was possibly commissioned to celebrate her maiden voyage, departing New York for New Orleans and stopping enroute at Charleston and Havana, covering the 2225 miles in a record-breaking 10 days. She enjoyed a five-year period of service as a steamship before conversion into a sailing ship in December 1825. During that time, she made 18 voyages from her home port of New York, with primary stops at Charleston, Havana and New Orleans, as well as trips to other coastal ports, including Vera Cruz, Mexico.
699
Charles Rosner (German/America, 1894-1975)
Barque on the High Seas, 1939, signed and dated lower right “Charles Rosner 39”, 10 x 14-1/4 in.; silver finished wood frame,17 x 21-1/4 in., not examined out of sealed frame, toning, small areas of foxing; frame with wear and small chips at corners
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $600 - $800
700
James Fulton Pringle (British/America, 1730-1788)
American Schooner Under Sail Offshore, unsigned, oil on canvas, 18 x 24 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 23-1/2 x 29-1/2 in., wax lined, retouch scattered throughout; frame with wear, abrasions, separation at corners
Provenance: Quester Gallery, Stonington, Connecticut (label verso); private collection until 2012; Northeast Auctions, 19 August 2012, lot 800, sold for $9,676.
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Marine artist James Pringle began exhibiting at the Royal Academy in 1801 in England, and once in the States he exhibited frequently at the National Academy of Design between 1832 and 1844, as well as the Apollo Association and the Brooklyn Institute.
701
Ship Carthage of Newburyport (American, 19th century)
Ship Carthage of Newburyport, 1838, verre eglomise (reverse painted on glass), 21 x 27-1/2 in.; silver gilt frame, 25 x 31-1/2 in., significant paint loss in sky, some moisture damage; frame with light wear
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $600 - $800
702
American School, Clipper Ship (American, late 19th/early 20th century)
Clipper Ship Under Full Sail, unsigned, oil on hardboard, 18 x 24 in.; gilt wood frame, 20-1/2 x 26-1/2 in., lifting off board at three sides, crackle, surface dirt layer; retouch scattered throughout; frame with wear
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $600 - $800
703
William Stanley Haseltine (American,1835 - 1900)
View of Porto Venere, signed with initials lower left, “WSH”, oil on canvas, 13-3/4 x 22-1/2 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 18-1/2 x 27-1/2 in., linen lined, tiny scattered areas of retouch; frame
Provenance: Victor Spark, New York, NY; Collection of Barbara Novak, New York, NY
Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
Exhibited: The American Scene, The California Palace of the Legion of Honor, n.d., label verso. Two additional labels verso, one a collector’s label from Victor Spark hand inscribed to the Toledo Museum of Art, the second a hand written note from Victor Spark to the “packing room”.
704
Arthur Parton (American, 1842-1914)
Fisherman on the Banks of a Stream, 1869, signed and dated lower left “Arthur Parton 69”, oil on canvas, 8-1/4 x 16 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 15-3/4 x 23-1/2 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, areas of retouch, surface dirt; frame with wear and small losses
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Exhibited: Long Island Collections, Nassau County Museum of Art, Roslyn, NY, May 29 - September 12, 1993, label verso.
705
Edward Lamson Henry (American, 1841-1919)
The New Arrival, signed lower right “E.L. Hen...”, oil on board, 12 x 9-3/4 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 17-3/4 x 15-1/4 in., very fine stable crackle in dark areas, small spots of blistering, wear at edges under frame; frame with some wear
Provenance: Peikin Galleries, New York, NY., purchased 1940s: Collection of Janet Lichtendorf; goitft to Billie Ann Willerer; gift to Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
706
Eastman Johnson (American, 1824-1906)
Group with Mrs. Sarah Fairchild Conover, Superior, Wisconsin, 1857, signed and dated lower left “E.J. 1857”, labels verso, pastel on canvas, 25-1/2 x 32 in.; ornate period gilt wood and composition frame, 36 x 41 in., frame with minimal wear, minor losses to decoration
Provenance: Coe Kerr Gallery, New York; Michael Altman Art Advisory Services, New York; Adelson Galleries, New York; Private Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
Exhibited: 100 Years of American Art, Palm Springs Desert Museum, Palm Springs, CA, January - March 1979.
Sarah Fairchild Conover was daughter of the first mayor of Madison Wisconsin, and the sister of Civil War General and Wisconsin Governor Lucius Fairchild. The Wisconsin Historical Society has a large and important archive of Fairchild family history, including Sarah’s correspondence from the 1850s. The Historical Society Museum houses the family’s paintings and decorative arts. The occasion of this portrait is unknown, but does not appear to correspond with any known family or national occasions. She was active in many social and civic organizations, of which this could possibly be a rendering of one.
707
Annie Barrows Shepley (New York 1856-1943)
Spring Maidens, 1897, signed lower right “Shepley 97”, oil on canvas, 17 x 19-3/4 in.; ornate carved gilt wood frame 29 x 31-1/2 x 3-1/2 in., acetate backed, original canvas visible, original stretchers, areas of retouch throughout; frame with wear and small repairs
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
708
American School Portrait of a Lady (American, 19th century)
An Elegant Lady, unsigned, oil on canvas, 36 x 28 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood and composition frame with fine decorated oval spandrel, 41 x 33-1/2 in., old canvas lining, crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear and abrasions
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
709
Folk Portrait of Young Boy and Dog (American, mid-nineteenth century)
Portrait of Young Boy, Israel Thorndike Hunt (1841-1905) and His Dog, unsigned, oil on canvas, in painted oval, 27-1/2 x 23-1/2 in.; wood and gilt wood frame, 32 x 28 in., original canvas, re-stretched onto new stretchers, overall crackle, surface dirt, four or more small areas of paint loss, stretcher marks; frame with wear
Provenance: Estate of Dr. Israel Thorndike Hunt, Boston, Massachusetts; by descent in the family
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
According to the consignor, the boy in the painting was Israel Thorndike Hunt, his great grandfather. The sitter was of some renown, was born 1841 and died in 1905, possibly in Nashua, New Hampshire.
710
Thomas Hiram Hotchkiss (American, 1834-1869)
The Hills of Oleveano Romano, 1864, signed and dated lower left “Oleveano ..../64”, oil on canvas, 11-3/4 x 16-3/4 in.; fine period gilt wood frame, 19-3/4 x 25 in., lined, old patch repair verso; frame apparently sized to fit, wear, small losses
Provenance: Vose Galleries, Boston, Massachusetts (label verso); Collection of Barbara Novak, New York
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
711
John Henry Hill (American, 1839-1922)
Fishing off the Bridge, signed lower right “J. Henry Hill”, watercolor on heavy paper, 13 x 19-1/4 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 22-1/4 x 28-1/4 in., hinged in at top edge, in good overall condition, some assumed fading, some small crackle in areas of heavy pigment, especially tree trunk at lower left: frame with slight wear
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
712
William Allen Wall (American, 1801-1885)
Autumn Scene, New Bedford, Massachusetts, signed lower right “W.A. Wall”, watercolor on paper, sight 9-1/2 x 14-1/2 in.; gilt wood frame, 17-1/14 x 22-1/4 in., vibrant color, not examined out of sealed frame, some apparent toning, small dark stain at sky left; frame with wear and abrasions at corners and edges
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
713
William Morris Hunt (American, 1824 - 1879)
Study for The Flight of Night, signed lower left “WM Hunt”, oil on canvas, 16 x 20 in.; possibly original period carved wood frame, 27 x 31-1/4 in., lined, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Collection of Barbara Novak, New York
Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
The Flight of Night features in one of the most enigmatic stories in nineteenth century painting. Hunt’s planned large scale mural for the New York State Capitol was a landmark in mural painting, but was sadly plagued by tragedy, and we can now only know it from drawings and oil studies such as this one. Although completed in 1879, the artist perished not long after, and the mural itself was destroyed ten years after completion. It has fascinated art historians ever since. For an in depth discussion of the work see: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5d113dd63f8cc600018680ed/t/5ecfea6d3051a93746d79f10/1590684288827/Adams_The+Dev elopment+of+William+Morris+Hunt%27s+The+Flight+of+Night.pdf</a>
714
William Preston Phelps (New Hampshire, 1848-1923)
Mt. Monadnock, New Hampshire, signed lower right “WP Phelps”, oil on canvas, 30 x 50 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 40 x 60 in., original canvas and stretchers, surface dirt, areas of fluorescence, crackle; frame with wear, small losses, chips at one corner
Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist in New England; by descent in the family; Private Collection Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
715
Francis Coates Jones (American, 1857-1932)
Women in a Landscape, signed lower left “Francis C. Jones”, oil on canvas, 27-1/4 x 19-1/2 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 40-3/4 x 33-3/4 in., Beva lined, areas of retouch, conserved by M. Randall Ash & Associates, Denver, Colorado, conservator label verso; frame with wear, frame conservator label verso
Provenance: Collection of Walter B. Styles, Eldred, New York; Private Collection, Colorado; Private Collection, Sylva, North Carolina
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
717
Frederick Randolph Spencer (New York, 1806-1875)
716
William R. Allan
(American, 19th/20th century)
Portrait of a Lady, signed and inscribed lower right “To my friend W.B. Styles/Wm. R. Allan”, oil on canvas, 17 x 14 in.; ornate carved gilt wood frame, 31 x 28 in., Beva lined, conserved by M. Randall Ash & Associates, Denver, Colorado. Treatment report accompanies this lot.
Provenance: Collection of Walter B. Styles, Eldred, New York; Private Collection, Colorado; Private Collection, Sylva, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Portrait of Jane Whittemore Holmes (1792-1882), 1868, signed verso “painted by F.R. Spencer/June 1868”, also NY colourman label verso, oil on board, 12 x 9 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 17-1/2 x 14-1/4 in., surface dirt layer, wear at all edges, small areas of fluorescence; frame with wear and losses
Provenance: Estate of Dr. Israel Thorndike Hunt, Boston, Massachusetts; by descent in family
Estimate: $600 - $800
719
American William and Mary Paint Decorated Lift Top Chest
718
Attributed to Robert Edge Pine (British/Pennsylvania, 1730-1788)
The Mariner’s Farewell, possibly early 19th century, unsigned, oil on canvas, 13-3/4 x 11 in. carved gilt wood frame, 16-3/4 x 13-1/2 in., old canvas lining, stabilized crackle, possible skinning, areas of retouch throughout; frame with wear
Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000
The symbolism in this painting suggests that the gentleman will soon depart on a sea voyage, signified by the anchor at his feet, the telescope in her hand (with which she will probably watch the departure) and a waiting ship in the harbor below. It is possibly a study for a larger, as yet undetermined, work.
New England, early 18th century, hinged lid with open interior and double false drawer front, over two dovetailed long drawers, white pine throughout with later black distressed paint, teardrop brasses and engraved escutcheons, 42 x 38-1/2 x 18 in., rebuilding and repairs, later paint surface and feet, other probable reconfiguring
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $600
720
Assembled Set of Six American Windsor Dining Chairs
19th century, closely matched, apparently a set of four with a related pair, each with shaped plank seat, hoop back, turned legs and stretchers, early matching brown over red painted surfaces, 37 x 16 x 18 in., generally structurally sound and ready for use, expected surface wear and paint losses, the pair with some warping at front legs, one medial stretcher replaced, one front leg with joint (ended out at top or bottom), other typical distress and scattered repairs (some possibly obscured by paint)
Provenance: Private Collection, Palm Beaches, Florida
Estimate: $600 - $900
722
721
American William and Mary Walnut Lift Top Chest
probably Pennsylvania, early 18th century, hinged lid with interior till over two dovetailed drawers, on turned feet, 27 x 47 x 20 in., feet, base molding, drawers, and interior till replaced, original iron strap hinges, top with minor surface stains
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $600
American Federal Style Carved Parcel Gilt and Eagle Inlaid Mirror late 19th century, label verso for “Edgar A. Goss, gilder, antique mirrors restored... Hartford, Conn.”, with scrolled pediment and urn and wheat sheaf ornament, eagle inlay, distressed mirror plate, 54-1/2 x 21-1/2 in.,
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
723
American Queen Anne Walnut Tray Top Tea Table New England, mid 18th century, tea or center table with rectangular top with tray molding over single blocked and shaped drawer, cabriole legs with slipper feet, 27 x 26-1/2 x 17 in., brasses replaced, break and repair at one front leg attachment with some patches at back, one rear toe pieced, cracks at one rear leg with small patch at return and plugged screw, face patch to back of skirt, dent at one front knee, top with some later plugged screws (not removed for exam), narrow spline repair at underside of top, cracks and veneer patch at one front corner, other scattered wear, distress, and repairs
Provenance: Drawer with label for Herbert Schiffer Antiques; Private Virginia Collection; Sold Brunk Auctions, February 2021, lot 1004; Private Collection, Brentwood, Tennessee
Estimate: $600 - $900
725
American Federal Figured Cherry and Fan Inlaid Tall Chest 1800 - 1810, figured cherry with poplar secondary throughout, line and quarter fan inlaid dovetailed drawers, inset quarter columns, probably original brasses, on tall French feet, 55 x 42-1/2 x 39-1/2 in., good condition overall, two feet probably replaced (later stain at underside, other possible repairs), probably original brasses, surface wear and finish losses to top, bumps and wear at toes, other typical surface flaws
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
726
American Federal Tall Case Clock attributed to Connecticut, 17901810, painted dial with moon phase, seconds sweep and date aperture, brass eight day movement, cherry case with arched hood, with bird form fret, fluted columns with waisted case, pendulum and two weights, 86 x 20-1/2 x 10 in., crazing and minor flaking to painted dial, moon phase repainted, cracks and repairs to bird form spandrels (possibly old restorations), saddle board and case appear to be a good match
Provenance: Property from a DuPont family estate, Charlottesville, Virginia; sold Brunk Auctions, February 13th, 2021, lot 1077; Private Collection, Georgia
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
727
American Sheraton Figured Mahogany Drop Leaf Table middle Atlantic states, circa 1815, highly figured mahogany with pine secondary and cherry leaf supports, two shaped drop leaves on spiral turned legs with brass casters. 28 x 25 x 38 in., opens to 48 in., good condition overall, some cracks at feet (from caster attachments), other minor turning losses at feet, some finish spotting at legs, other typical surface wear and flaws
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $300 - $600
728
Set of Six Classical American Carved Tiger Maple Dining Chairs Probably Philadelphia, 1820-1830, finely carved and highly figured maple throughout, each with rosette and leaf decorated back, caned seats with saber legs, 32 x 18 x 16 in., very good condition, joints slightly loose and with possible later pinning at back rails, caning in good repair with only minor flaws, typical bumps and wear especially at legs, some paint splatter and other minor surface distress
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
729
American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Card Table Middle Atlantic States, 1790-1810, inlaid fold over top on bookend and bellflower inlaid tapered legs, white pine and oak secondary, 30 x 36 x 18 in., later pinning and screw repair at one rear leg attachment, crack or break at one front leg with screw attachment from back, some cracks to top primarily at hinges, other veneer distress, scattered inlay losses, surface wear and stains
Estimate: $500 - $700
730
14 Pieces Massachusetts Coin Silver Flatware early to mid 19th century, including set of six forks with olive style pattern, marks for Shreve, Brown & Co. (Boston, working 1858-1862); set of three forks with olive style pattern, marks for Bailey, Kettell & Chapman (Boston, working 1854-1858); fish fork with engraved decoration on bowl, marks for N. Harding & Co. (Haverhill, working 1851-1889); fork, fiddle thread handle, marks for Bigelow Bros. & Kennard (Boston, working 1867-1972); three serving spoons, Cuttler, Wm. P. McKay & Co., and John Coburn, most with monograms, 19.98 oz. T., 6 in. to 9-1/8 in. , all with wear and loss to tips
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
731
19 Coin Silver Spoons with Shell Handles, Joseph T. Rice early to mid 19th century, all with fiddle and shell handles, including six 9 in spoons; seven 6-3/4 in. spoons (one with different monogram); six 6-1/2 in. spoons, monograms, marks for Joseph Taft Rice (Albany, New York, working 18131853), 21.52 oz. T., minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $400 - $800
732
23 Coin Silver Spoons with Basket of Flowers Handles, early to mid 19th century, all with fiddle handles with basket of flower decoration, various makers, most Albany, New York, 20.75 oz. T., 4 in. to 8-3/4 in., all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $400 - $800
733
Thirteen Pieces Pennsylvania Coin Silver Flatware early to mid 19th century, including fish server, marks for Jacob Harley (Philadelphia, working 1851-1871); set of six forks, Thomas Cresson Garrett (Philadelphia, working 1828-1866); set of four forks, William Faber (Philadelphia, working 1866-1897); serving spoon, marked W. W. Wilson, “Pittsburgh”; tablespoon, marks for Phineas Fries (Philadelphia, working 1837-1861), most with monograms, 22.10 oz. T., 6-3/4 in. to 11-3/4 in. , all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
734
Coin Silver Mug, Frederick Thibault Philadelphia, early to mid 19th century, round with bulbous center, die rolled borders, inscribed “Clara Gilles/from her God Father”, marks for Frederick Thibault (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, working 18101856 and New York, NY 1856-1866), 5.54 oz. T., 3-3/4 in., numerous dents and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $200 - $300
735
New England Queen Anne Tiger Maple Chest on Frame probably New Hampshire, 18th century, figured maple with scalloped skirt and pad feet, several illegible chalk inscriptions, 57 x 39-1/4 x 20 in., good structural condition, original frame, brasses replaced, crown molding replaced (walnut), refinished, other scattered surface flaws
Estimate: $600 - $900
737
736
New England Queen Anne Mahogany Side Chair probably Massachusetts, mid 18th century, with solid splat, cabriole legs and turned stretchers, 40 x 20-1/2 x 19-1/2 in., structurally sound, currently upholstered only in muslin, patch and repair at joint of crest rail to splat, crack at one rear stile at joint with seat rail, minor patch at seat rail, typical bumps and wear
Estimate: $500 - $700
Pennsylvania Chippendale Carved Walnut Desk on Frame probably 19th century, diminutive form with fitted desk interior, deeply scalloped skirt, shell carved knees and trifid feet, 39-1/2 x 31 x 19-1/2 in., possible reconfiguring or rebuilding (some construction anomalies, side skirts are laminated, etc.), period brasses are probably replacements (no plugged holes), scattered typical shrinkage cracks and surface wear
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
738
Philadelphia Classical Carved and Figured Mahogany Fold Over Games Table
circa 1830, in the style of Anthony Quervelle, carved pedestal and lion’s paw feet, 28 x 36 x 19 in., opens to 37-1/2 in., good condition overall, formerly fitted with casters now removed, typical minor checking and repairs to veneers, light scratches to top
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $500 - $700
739
American Chippendale Walnut Panel Door Cupboard
probably Pennsylvania, 18th century, molded top over three dovetail drawers above two deeply paneled cabinet doors on rat tail hinges, original bracket feet, yellow pine and poplar, 41 x 65-1/2 x 22 in., feet and brasses replaced, top with numerous plugged holes (likely restored, probably once fitted with an upper case), and some patches to door framing, backboards reset, other rebuilding and repairs
Provenance: Private Collection, Palm Beaches, Florida
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
740
Aesthetic Movement Marquetry
Inlaid and Partial Gilt Walnut Music Stand
probably New York, circa 1870s, music stand in figured and inlaid walnut, the top with inset marquetry musical inlay panel, partial gilt and ebonized frame, turned legs with casters, 36-1/2 x 23 x 16 in., good condition overall, the top with some fading and finish distress with checking and abrasions to marquetry panel, some finish distress and losses at sides of lower shelf, typical shrinkage cracks to open work supports
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $400 - $700
741
John Christen Johansen (Danish/America, 1876-1964)
The Story Book, 1905, signed and dated lower right “J.C. Johansen 1905”, oil on canvas, 38-1/4 x 29-1/2 in.; fine Newcombe Macklin carved gilt wood frame, 44-3/4 x 35-1/2 in., wax lined, stabilized crackle, stretcher marks, retouch; frame with abrasions
Painting conserved 1985, treatment label attached to backing verso.
Provenance: Property of a Southern Museum sold to benefit the Acquisition Fund
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
742
Thomas Mickell Burnham (American 1818-1866)
Boys Playing Paw-Paw, circa 1839, oil on canvas, 28 x 36 in., reproduction gilt wood frame, 30-1/4 x 37-1/4 in., wax lined, areas of retouch scattered throughout, uneven varnish; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Ohio
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Thomas Burnham painted two known versions of both Boys Playing Paw-Paw and a related genre work, The Young Artist, one in horizontal and the other in vertical format. The two horizontal works share compositional elements with other genre works by Burnham, such as First State: Election Day, 1837. The blue linsey-woolsey farmer’s frock, as worn by the young black laborer, can be contrasted against the tailored jackets and caps worn by the white youths, clearly members of the burgeoning middle-class; both elements appear in The Young Artist, referred to above. He exhibited one version of Boys Playing Paw-Paw at the National Academy of Design, the Boston Athenaeum, and the Apollo Association between 1840- 1842, which is believed to be the vertical format version now in the Hood Museum of Art at Dartmouth College.
744
William Lewis Marple (California/Colorado, 1827-1910)
743
Walter Castle Keith (Scottish/California, 1838-1911)
Cows in a Pasture, signed lower left “W. Castle Keith”, 12 x 16 in.; ornate carved gilt wood frame, 20 x 24 in., original stretcher and tacking edge, grime, crackle; frame with minor losses and restoration
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
Summer Landscape, signed lower right “W.L. Marple”, oil on board, 6 x 12 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 14-3/4 x 20-3/4 in., surface dirt layer; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
745
Charles Gruppe (Canadian/America, 1860-1940)
The Village Bridge, signed lower right “Chas. P. Gruppe”, oil on canvas, 16-1/2 x 22 in.; gilt wood frame, 22 x 27-3/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, surface dirt layer; frame with wear
Provenance: Bonhams Skinner Marlborough, September 25, 2020, sold for $2375; Private Collection
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
746
Bruce Crane (American, 1857-1937)
Late Fall Hamburg Cove, signed lower right “Bruce Crane NA”, oil on canvas, 14 x 20 in.; period carved gilt wood and composition frame, 22 x 28 in., original stretcher and tacking edge, old exhibition label with possible signature verso, grime, crackle, two small areas of paint loss, frame with abrasions and areas of loss to gilt; frame with re-gilt
Provenance: Ruggiero Collection; Brunk Auctions, November 9-11, 2017, sold for $2,880; Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
747
George de Forest Brush (American, 1855-1941)
The Indian and the Lily, unsigned, watercolor on heavy buff paper, 11-1./2 x 10-1/2 in.; black wood frame, overall toning, pin/tacking holes at corners; frame in good condition
Provenance: Private Collection of Stephen W. Clayton
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000 numbered in ink at top margin recto “A-921”, also inscribed in pencil in cursive handwriting “original watercolor”. This watercolor is a study for the oil painting of the same title in the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Bentonville, Arkansas. For an in depth discussion of Brush’s portrayals of Native Americans, and of the Crystal Bridges painting The Indian and the Lily in particular, see Anderson, Nancy K., James C. Boyles, George de Forest Brush, National Gallery of Art (U.S.), and Seattle Art Museum. 2008. George de Forest Brush : The Indian Paintings. Hardcover ed. Washington, DC, Aldershot, Hampshire, UK: National Gallery of Art; Lund Humphries, page 158--, ill. page 159.
This lot is accompanied by a 2022 analysis of paper and pigment by Barabe & Associates, Oak Park Illinois. After analysis of paper and pigments, they conclude “This painting is completely consistent with late 19th century creation before or about 1887.”. See attached image of report.
748
Emile Herzinger, Ohio Portrait (American/Louisiana, 1808-1885)
Portrait of a Young Lady, 1866, signed in base of column “Emile Herzinger”, inscribed verso “H.D.Chitterton, Centerville, Ohio”, oil on card, 16 x 13 in. oval; composition frame, 20-3/4 x 18 in., surface with small areas of flaking, retouch in face and fingers; frame with some losses (pieces present)
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
749
American Folk Art Boy With Book (19th century)
unsigned, oil on canvas, 26-1/2 x 21-1/2 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 34 x 29 in., crackle, accretion, small areas of paint loss, surface dirt; frame with wear, separation at corners
Estimate: $600 - $800
750 Amanda Brewster Sewell (New York, 1859-1926)
Society Portrait, Lady in Blue, 1922, signed lower right “AB Sewell 1922”, oil on canvas, 45 x 36-1/4 in.; fine period ornate carved frame 54-1/2 x 45-1/2 x 2-3/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
751
Ernest Lawson (American, 1873-1939)
Melting Snow,-Early Spring, New York, signed lower middle “E. Lawson”, oil on Masonite, 20 x 24 in.; fine ornate carved gilt wood and composition frame, 30 x 33-1/2 in., scattered small areas of crackle, possible slight surface dirt; frame in good condition overall, small areas of wear Provenance: Vose Galleries, Boston, Massachusetts, April 20, 1972 (label verso); to Private Collection, 1972 until the present Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
For an inn-depth discussion of Lawson’s work during this period, this scene in particular, see Boyle, Richard J. 1974. American Impressionism. Boston: New York Graphic Society. p. 224, illus. Boyle places this work among the artist’s best: “...but when he returned to America to “see what I can do,” he found subject matter which suited him. He painted in and around New York City, in Washington Heights for example, and along the Hudson and Harlem rivers. Like Twatchtman, Lawson painted a great many winter scenes, again tackling the problem of white as a color, but unlike Twatchman’s, Lawson’s style is fairly “rugged.” Harlem River and Melting Snow, Early Spring are painted in the style for which he is best known: the paint is applied as a thick impasto of jewel-like color, referred to by critic F.K. Price as a “palette of crushed jewels.” Lawson’s work is both sensitive and strong, and he was the only member of the Eight to paint pure landscape; but it is, like the painting of Glackens, an extension of impressionist principles. He always did think of himself as a traditionalist, yet his textual and chromatic variations were more personal and postimpressionalist.”
Exhibited: American Paintings from Los Angeles Collections, Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, Alabama, 1972; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles, California, May 7-June 30, 1974, label verso; Ernest Lawson, A Retrospective, 1974; University of Arizona Museum of Art, Tucson, 1979, catalog page 47. illustrated no. 15.
Literature: Boyle, Richard J. 1974. American Impressionism. Boston: New York Graphic Society. p. 224, illus.
752
Edward Trumbull (American, 1884-1968)
Venice, 1910, signed and dated lower right “E. Trumbull Venice 1910”, with original inscription by artist verso, addressing the painting from London to a friend in Detroit, Michigan, (see photo), watercolor on board, 19-3/4 x 14 in.; possibly original carved gilt wood frame, 26 x 20 in., vibrant color, some slight toning, paper laid on verso with inscription from artist; frame with wear and cracking commensurate with age
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
753
Theodore Earl Butler (American, 1861-1936)
Church, Giverny, 1896, signed lower right “T.E. Butler ‘96”, oil on canvas, 23-1/2 x 29 in.; fine ornate carved gilt wood frame, 34 x 39 in., strip lined, areas of retouch, slight surface dirt layer, some small areas of crackle; frame with abrasions
Provenance: (possibly) Cavalier Gallery, Greenwich, Connecticut (label verso, n.,d.); Hollis Taggart Galleries, New York (label verso); Private Collection, New Jersey, acquired directly from the above, 2005
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
This painting is included in Patrick Bertrand’s catalogue raisonne of the artist’s work. The current example shows the Sainte-Radegonde Catholic Church in Giverny. Originally constructed in the 11th century and rebuilt in the 16th century, it sits on a hillside and was a popular subject for the American Impressionists, including Theodore Robinson (Old Church at Giverny, 1891, Smithsonian American Art Museum), Theodore Wendel (Flowering Fields, Giverny, 1889, Terra Foundation for American Art), and Dawson Dawson-Watson (Giverny: Road Looking West toward Church, circa 1890, Terra Foundation for American Art), as well as Butler. He and Suzanne Hoschedé were married at the Church, as commemorated in Robinson’s The Wedding March (1892, Terra Foundation for American Art). Claude Monet is buried in its graveyard.
In Church, Giverny, the lush landscape and sky are awash in bright sunlight while the painterly and engaging impasto distributed across the paint surface demonstrates Butler’s enormous admiration for Monet’s Impressionist technique. The reverse bears the stamp of Parisian canvas maker Paul Foinet, whose canvases were sold at the Ancien Hotel Baudy, a small guest house and café in Giverny frequented by many artists.
754
Robert William Wood (British/America, 1889-1979)
Autumn Evening signed lower left “Robert Wood”, titled in pencil stretcher verso, oil on canvas, 28 x 36 in.; unframed, yellowed varnish, stretcher marks
Provenance: Private Asheville, North Carolina Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
755
American School Still Life (20th century)
Autumn Still Life, apparently unsigned, oil on canvas, 29-1/2 x 21 in.; period carved gilt wood frame 36-1/2 x 28 x 2-3/4 in., stabilized crackle, areas of retouch, laid on plywood, surface dirt; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
756
Expressionist Portrait (American or Continental, probably mid 20th century) Woman in White, signed indistinctly lower left, dated 1940, oil on canvas, 36-1/8 x 30 in.; lacquered wood frame, 37-1/2 x 31-1/2 x 1-1/2 in., surface dirt layer, canvas slightly loose; frame with losses
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
758
757
Three Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, Great Seal of the United States circa 1790, each with decoration of the Great Seal of the United States, a floral sprig, and foliate garland bands, 1-7/8 x 3-1/2 in. to 2-1/4 x 4-1/2 in., anomalies, pinholes, and loss to gilt, surface dust/accretion, wear to bases; smallest example with two hairlines and one chip to rim
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $300 - $500
Similar example pictured in David Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Volume II, p. 710.
English Delft Tin Glazed Charger
with label that reads “English Flower Factory Bristol 18th c.”, underglaze blue decoration of birds and insects in a fenced garden, wide flat floral decorated rim, 1-3/4 x 14 x 14 in., chips, scratches, restoration to rim, wear to foot, surface accretion
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
759
Lobed Delft Charger with Man on Horseback possibly English, circa 1700, lobed dish with central image of Middle Eastern gentleman riding a horse with blue saddle pad, outer rim decoration of yellow tulips and blue flowers, with old label on underside reads “Dramatic fluted and lobed polychrome...c. 1720 probably British”, 2 x 13-1/4 x 13-1/4 in., chips to rim, scratches to surface, professional restoration, dried glue to foot ring
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
760
Delft Chinoiserie Decorated Posset Pot circa 1700, two handled pot with blue and white decoration of figures in a garden setting, 4 x 11-3/4 x 8-1/4 in., chips throughout, missing interior strainer, crazing to surface with scratches consistent with age and use, stable 3 in. hairline to interior of bowl under strainer section
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $700
761
French White Tin Glazed Puzzle Jug
bulbous body with reticulated neck, large white handle, with label on base “Rare all-white puzzle jug...c.1740-1750 of French origin...”, 7 x 6-1/2 x 5 in., some hairlines at reticulation, crazing, chips, dusty accretion on interior, professional restoration at one side of reticulation
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $700
762
Three Delft Table Objects
18th century, English wall pocket with two masks, 3-1/4 x 7-1/4 x 8-1/4 in.; posset pot with polychrome floral decoration, 3 x 7-3/4 x 5 in.; flower brick, 3-1/2 x 6-1/4 x 2-5/8 in., posset pot with chips throughout; wall pocket with crack to underside and professional restoration; chips to flower brick throughout, professional restoration
Provenance: Collection of the Late Ned Hipp, North Carolina
Estimate: $600 - $900
763
Seven Piece Gorham Athenic Sterling Tea Service with Matching Tray American, 1901, urn form body, leaf and scroll Art Nouveau decoration, carved ivory handles and finials, applied monogram “Ruth”, all with marks for Gorham, 441.96 oz. T. gross weight, including 17-1/2 in. kettle on stand with matching teapot on stand, coffee pot, teapot, creamer, covered sugar, waste, and 33 in. tray, kettle part of handle split off but present, kettle burner lacking snuffer lid and possibly altered, all with minor wear
Provenance: Ruth Klugh, New York; Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
765
764
Gorham Aesthetic Movement Sterling Water Pitcher American, 1887, round body with elaborate floral and foliate decoration on a pebbled background, scroll handle with wave pattern, monogram on base, marks for Gorham, “1140”, 20.68 oz. T., 7-1/4 in, 1 in. dent, other minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
Tiffany Sterling Presentation Vase American, 1854-1869, round with flared rim, clover, wave and swirl decoration mid body and rim, later inscription “1912 H 1937”, marks for Tiffany & Co., 56.13 oz. T., 17-3/4 in., 1/2 in. dent, scratches, and minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
766
Tiffany Presentation Sterling Loving Cup American, 1907-1947, two handles with flared rim, applied French anniversary script 18841909, marks for Tiffany & Co., “18887...4738”, 41.05 oz. T., 10 x 91/2 x 7 in., lacquerer finish with small spots of loss
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
767
Tiffany Sterling Round Tray and Footed Tray American, 1907-1947, both round with reeded edge, marks for Tiffany & Co., “CSR” monogram, large with “21244”, 13 in. and small with footed base, marked “21132...6207”, 8-1/4 in., 41.76 oz. T. total, light scratches and wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
768
Three Tiffany Sterling Table Items American, late 19th/early 20th century, including oval bowl with openwork border, monogram, “20600...4178”, 2 x 10-12 x 7 in.; tea strainer, no monogram, “200879Y” and “2805”, 5-3/8 in.; Faneuil lemon fork with spur, monogram on front and back “Sept 29, 1919”, 4-3/8 in., 16.78 oz. T. total; with tan Tiffany & Co. bag, all with light wear
Provenance: Estate of Janet Blakeley, Weaverville, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $800
769
Tiffany Sterling Bowl and 12 Palm Spoons late 19th/early 20th century, including bowl with tapering sides and ring foot, monogram, marked “18845...10771”; 2-1/2 x 5-1/4 in.; 12 Palm round soup spoons, monograms, 5-5/8 in., 20.29 oz. T. total, all with minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $800
770
Gorham Plymouth Sterling Tray American, 1911, cartouche from with reeded border, monogram, marks for Gorham, “A2795”. 31.19 oz. T., 16-3/4 in., light scratches and wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
771
Carved Walnut Oval Hall Mirror Hat Rack with Grape Decoration American, third quarter 19th century, deeply carved with rustic vines, grape clusters, and leaves in deep relief, beveled oval mirror plate, two coat hooks, rich, dark surface, 49 x 32-1/2 in., excellent condition overall, coat hooks mismatched (one replaced), some later bracing to ornament at back, typical minor shrinkage, cracks and edge flaws, minor cracks at branches and one glue repair, other minor flaws
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $500 - $700
772
Soda Syrup Dispenser, Fowler’s Cherry Smash Rosslyn, Virginia, circa 1920, spherical ceramic body atop flared base with gilt bands, with original metal pump inscribed “Cherry Smash/Pat. Dec.14.1920/ Property of John E. Fowler Rosslyn, VA./to be used only for dispensing syrups of his manufacture”, 14-1/4 x 9-1/2 in. overall, some anomalies and pinholes, notable hairlines from base and at interior base, some loss to enamel decoration, spotting, discoloration, and wear to metal pump, slight surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Biltmore Forest, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
773
Classical Carved Wood and Gilt Eagle Wall Shelf
American or British, 19th century, carved, gessoed, and gilt pine, spread wing, now set with a later rectangular red painted and parcel gilt shelf, approximately 8-1/2 x 18-1/4 x 7-1/8 in., scattered flaking and loss to gilt surface, cracks and separations, surface dirt/accretion, repair to gilt wreath border at back left corner, mounting holes from previous attachment, shelf has composition ornament
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $500 - $700
774
Soda Syrup Dispenser, Ward’s Orange-Crush American, early 20th century, the body in the shape of an orange, atop a floral decorated base, ball pump, 14 x 9 in., some anomalies and pinholes, scratches and abrasions, notably at rim and base, chips and loss to paint at base, surface dirt/ accretion, pump with discoloration, pitting, some rust, and accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Biltmore Forest, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
775
Boston Terrestrial Globe by Joslin and Gilman 1855, tabletop globe with turned cherry frame and brass meridian, marked “Lorino’s terrestrial globe... manufactured by Gilman Joslin, Boston”, 17-1/2 x 16 in., scattered light wear and areas of discoloration to frame, cracks to globe at top and bottom mounting points for brass ring, paper with typical stains and wear overall, but generally presentable and ready for display
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $600 - $900
778
776
Fine Neoclassical Figured Mahogany Bronze Mounted Marble Top Pier Table
Likely French or possibly New York, circa 1810, figured mahogany throughout, set with fine gilt bronze figural mounts, the skirt with brass banding, oak and birch secondary throughout, 36-1/2 x 44-1/2 x 16-1/2 in., very good condition overall, later marble top with very minor stains, light scratches at lower shelf, backboard and mirror probably replaced, some minor discoloration to bronze mounts
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
very closely related pier tables have been documented to New York Cabinet Maker Honore Lannuier. See for example, Peter Kenny Honore Lannuier plate 79, page 162 for a very closely related example.
777
Federal Carved and Gilt Wood Pier Mirror
probably New York, 19th century, with eagle and rosette decorated crest over two distressed mirror plates flanked by double columns, carved and composition ornaments, 42-1/4 x 24 in., good condition overall, scattered gilding flaking and losses, especially at upper left, backboard replaced, mirror plates not removed for exam
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
Rare New York Federal Inlaid Cherry Tall Case Clock attributed to Joel Curtis, Cairo, New York, the case attributed to Henry Borst, Mineral Springs, New York, circa 1820 to 1830, elaborately inlaid cherry case, painted wood arched dial with seconds sweep, wooden works, French feet, unsigned, 85-1/2 in. tall, Good condition overall, small inlay loss at bottom of door, possible patch to door above shell?, repairs and retouch to foot facings
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
This clock is illustrated in “American Wooden Movement Tall Clocks: 1712-1835” by Philip E. Morris, Jr., pg. 292. The attribution to Curtis and Borst is from his catalog entry. A copy of the book accompanies the lot.
779
Pair of Renaissance Scroll Cast Iron Settees
American, 20th century, late Victorian style garden settees with white paint, applied skirt as made, unmarked, 33 x 44-1/2 x 14-1/4 in., very good overall condition, minimal layers of old white paint, no visible breaks or repairs, surface wear commensurate with age and outdoor use
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
780
Pair of Fine Regency Iron Garden Benches 19th century, English or French, the painted wrought iron benches with vibrant scrolling arms and reeded strap seats, 36 x 73 x 20-1/2 in.; with bespoke cushions, very good overall condition, minimal layers of black paint, no visible breaks or repairs; cushions in good condition
Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000
781
Kurdish Runner
mid to late 20th century, three central medallions on a field of repeating boteh, geometric blue borders, 3 ft. 3 in. x 15 ft. 3 in., loss to ends, new selvage, area near one end with warp thread coming through, abrash, overcast ends, restoration to pile in areas
Provenance: Private Collection, Knoxville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
782
Heriz Carpet
mid 20th century, red field with dark blue polygonal medallion, blue spandrels, red border with geometric vines and florals, 14 ft. 1 in. x 10 ft. 8 in., restoration to one central area in field, tear at one end, wear with exposed foundation, loss to ends with overcasting, fading, spots of surface accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Knoxville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
783
Five Pieces American Coin Silver Flatware, including Elias Pelletreau 18th/19th century, including teaspoon with oval handle, monogram, marks for Elias Pelletreau (New York, NY 1747-1750; Southampton, New York 1750-1776 and again 1782-1810; Simsbury, Connecticut, working 17761780; Saybrook, Connecticut working 1780-1782), 5-1/4 in.; fish server with twist handle, marks for Duhme & Co. (Cincinnati, Ohio, working 1844-1897), 12 in.; fork, fiddle handle, marks for Robert Keyworth (Washington, DC 18221855), 8-3/8 in.; hollow handle knife, pseudo hallmarks, 6-3/4 in.; teaspoon, shaped handle, marks for D.M. Tyler (Boston, Massachusetts, c. 1810), 6-1/8 in., most with monogram, 7.08 oz. T. total weight, all with wear Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina Estimate: $500 - $900
784
Easterling and Gorham Sterling Flatware, 54 Pieces, American, 20th century, including 34 pieces Easterling Southern Grandeur: with eight 7-1/4 in. forks; seven 6-5/8 in. forks; eight 5-5/8 in. teaspoons; eight 4-1/4 in. demitasse; 6-5/8 in. ladle; 8-3/8 in. serving spoon; 6 in. sugar spoon, and 16 pieces Gorham King Edward: eight 6 in. teaspoons; 4-3/8 in. child’s fork; 4-5/8 in. child’s spoon; five 2-3/4 in. salt spoons; with Kirk salt spoon converted into pin; three silver plate serving pieces, 46.05 oz. T. excluding hollow handle and silver plate items; with wooden one drawer case, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $900 - $1,200
785
Sterling Two Handle Urn American, late 19th century, urn form with angular reeded handles, foliate vine decoration, no monogram, marks for maker Davis & Galt (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, working 1888-1896) and retailer Bigelow, Kennard & Co. (Boston, Massachusetts, working 1867-1972), 17.27 oz. T., 8 x 6-3/4 x 4-3/4 in., light scratching and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $800
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787
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Five Piece Fisher Sterling Tea Service American, mid 20th century, urn forms and finials, ivory spacers, no monograms, all with marks for Fisher, 65.86 oz. T., including 10-1/2 in. coffee pot with matching teapot, covered sugar, creamer and waste, small dents, light scratches, and typical wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Waynesville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,200
Sterling International Water Pitcher American, 20th century, pear form with scroll handle, stepped base, no monogram, marks for International, “E78”, 36.35 oz. T., 11-1/2 in., minor wear
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
788
Sterling Kirk Revere Style Bowl and Gorham Floral Bowl American, 20th century, including Revere style bowl, Deco monogram, marks for S. Kirk & Son Inc., 4 x 9-1/4 in.; Gorham round bowl with shaped sides and floral decoration, “A2896”, 9-3/4 in., 31.77 oz. T. total weight, Kirk with small spots of pitting and repaired dent, both with light scratches and wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
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789
Two Coconut and Silver Cups late 19th century, tallest with silver plate frame and base, with coconut goblet with diamond carving, 8-1/2 in.; smaller with wooden pedestal base, coconut goblet with silver band, 5-3/4 in., largest with loss to heavy loss silver, both with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $100 - $300
Three Pieces Gorham Sterling: Teapot, Coffee Pot and Creamer American, early 20th century, gadroon borders and each with four scroll feet, monograms, ivory spacers, all with marks for Gorham, 69.34 oz. T., including 8-1/2 in coffee pot, teapot and creamer, teapot and coffee pot handles lose (each lacking one pin), all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,300 - $1,600
791
Pair of Reed & Barton Sterling Candlesticks American, mid 20th century, Corinthian column tops with reeded bases, marks for Reed & Barton, “136”, 23.33 oz. T., 7-3/4 in., minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $800
792
International 1810 Sterling Flatware, 26 Pieces American, 20th century, including eight 9-1/8 in. hollow handle knives; six 8 in. forks; two 7-1/4 in. forks; eight 6-3/8 in. forks; two 6 in., teaspoons, no monograms, all with marks for International, 27.71 oz. T., average wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
793
Gorham Chantilly Sterling Flatware, 38 Pieces
American, 20th century, including twelve 8-3/8 in. hollow handle knives, blunt blades; 6-1/8 in. hollow handle spreader, stainless blades; twelve 6-7/8 in. forks; six 5-1/2 in. teaspoon; two 4 in. demitasse spoons; 5-1/8 in. sardine fork; 6-3/4 in. ladle; 4-5/8 in. bon bon; 6 in. sugar spoon; 8-3/4 in. serving spoon with shaped bowl, most with monograms, all with marks for Gorham, 29.10 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear
Estimate: $600 - $900
794
Francis I Sterling Serving Bowl
American, mid 20th century, round with fruit and foliate decoration, no monogram, marks for Reed & Barton, “X569”, 20.62 oz. T., 2-1/2 x 11-1/4 in., minor wear
Estimate: $600 - $900
795
Manchester Southern Rose Sterling Flatware, Service for 12, 84 Pieces
American, 20th century, including twelve 8-3/4 in. hollow handle knives; twelve 7 in. forks; twelve 5-7/8 in. salad forks; twenty four 5-5/8 in. teaspoons; twelve 6-3/4 in. round soup spoons; twelve 5-1/2 in. cocktail forks, no monograms, all with marks for Manchester, 80.30 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear
Estimate: $1,600 - $2,000
796
Stieff Repousse Sterling Flatware, 52 Pieces
American, 20th century, including eight 8-7/8 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades, no monograms, [one broken]; seven 6-7/8 in. forks; seven 6 in. salad forks; twelve 5-5/8 in. teaspoons; six 8-1/8 in. ice tea spoons; seven 6 in. solid handle spreaders; 6-1/8 in. sugar spoon; 7-1/8 in. solid handle master butter; three 8-1/2 in. serving spoons, monograms, all with marks for Stieff, 77.75 oz. T. excluding hollow handle items, average wear
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
797
Fine New York Classical Decorated and Gilt Bird’s Eye Maple Harp in the gothic taste, with stenciled and gilt decoration, engraved signature “Browne & Buckwell makers, New York”, 671/2 x 32 x 18 in., cracks and losses to composition ornament, some banding losses, scattered paint retouch to gilding, loss of one applique at back, works will need refurbishing
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
798
1861 $5 Demand Note Friedberg-2 Philadelphia earliest issue of U.S. currency as we know it today ”greenback”, issued under Act of July 17, 1861, series 10, pp B, with bust of Alexander Hamilton at right and statue of Freedom at left, printed by American Bank Note Company, handsomely framed 11-1/4 x 14 in. overall, note displays as a nice VF example with folds and edge wear appropriate for age
Provenance: Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
799
Dutch Delft Footed Center Bowl with Scalloped Rim 19th century, the underside initialed “AL”, with two female mask form handles, central interior decoration of a courting scene, 8-1/8 x 14-7/8 x 12-1/4 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and crazing, some small chips/abrasions at edges, chips to noses of mask handles, surface dirt/accretion
Provenance: Charlton Hall Galleries, Inc., Columbia, South Carolina, February 18, 1989 lot 187 for $1,000 (label); Private Collection, South Carolina
Estimate: $600 - $900
800
Collection of 19 Delft Blue and White Tiles probably Dutch, 19th century or earlier, of varying size and decoration, including 11 landscapes, four biblical scenes, two floral, and two figural, some examples with marks verso, largest 5-1/4 x 5-3/8 x 1/2 in., scattered anomalies, pinholes, glaze voids, and crazing, scattered chipping along edges and undersides, surface dirt/accretion, some examples later; one biblical example with large crack and repair
Provenance: Private Collection, South Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
801
Kenneth Frazier (New York, 1867-1949)
Woman Seated, Resting Face in Hands, signed upper right “K. Frazier”, pastel on board, 30 x 20 in.; gilt wood frame, 37-1/4 x 27-1/4 in., minor wear at corners just visible under frame; frame with wear, repairs
Provenance: FAR Gallery, New York, NY (label verso); Jeanne Frank, New York, NY (label verso); Mr. & Mrs. Rolf Wartenberg, Miami, Florida ; Bonham’s Skinner, Boston, Massachusetts, May 29, 2015; Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
Exhibited: Kenneth Frazier: American Impressionist, The Westmoreland County Museum of Art, Greensburg, Pennsylvania, October 6-28, 1979, label verso.
802
Julian Onderdonk (American, 1882-1922)
Indian Summer, signed lower left “Julian Onderdonk”, signed and titled canvas verso, oil on canvas,11 x 18 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 18-1/4 x 25-1/2 in. , original canvas and stretchers, five small patch repairs verso, crackle, stretcher marks, small areas of retouch; frame with wear. gold paint
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
803 William Jurian Kaula (American, 1871-1953)
New Hampshire Summer Triptych, signed lower right center panel “William J. Kaula”, bears old artist label verso, oil on canvas, side canvases 24-1/2 x 15 in., center canvas 24-1/2 x 29 in.; fine gilt wood frame with dividers, 28 x 65 in., surface dirt layer; frame with some wear
Provenance: G.W. Samaha; CRN Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, June 19th, 2022, sold for $39,370; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
804
William Henry Dethlef Koerner (German/America, 1878-1938)
A Captured Audience, circa 1924, signed lower left “WHD Koerner”, oil on canvas, 26 x 37 in.; gilt wood frame, 35-1/2 x 45-1/2 in., surface dirt layer, canvas slightly loose, small area of flaking at lower edge; frame with areas of wear and loss Noted verso “Cleaned 5/7/77”
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
This painting was an illustration for a story titled “Partridge” by Ben Ames Williams that appeared in the Saturday Evening Post, March 22, 1924. (See label verso)
805
Birger Sandzen (Swedish, Kansas/Colorado, 1871-1954)
At the Timberline, Rocky Mountain National Park, circa 1928, signed lower right “Birger Sandzen”, also inscribed verso “At the Timberline/ Rocky Mountain National Park/ Colorado/ Birger Sandzen/ Lindsborg, Kansas”, oil on Masonite, 22 x 28 in.; silver and gilt wood frame, 29 x 35 in., painting in very good overall condition; frame in good condition
Provenance: Birger Sandzen Gallery, Bethany College, Lindsborg, Kansas, purchased 1940s; Descended in the family; Private Collection
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
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806
Andrew Wyeth (American 1917-2009)
Undercover and Evening at Kuerner’s Study, a double-sided work, 1970,signed lower left (Undercover) “Andrew Wyeth”, watercolor and drybrush on a single sheet of paper, sight 26 x 39 in.; fine wood frame, 35 x 48-1/4 in., not examined out of sealed frame, both sides with vibrant color, one tear at lower left edge near signature on Undercover (see note below); frame in good condition according to the consignor, when the artist used the reverse side of the Kuerner’s study to create Undercover, the sheet was slightly torn. He then repaired it with tape. The tape remained for many years on the sheet as the artist had left it. The pigment that shows through the tear is further proof that the tear was on the sheet “as made”. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist; A Private Family Collection
Estimate: $250,000 - $350,000
The Andrew & Betsy Wyeth Study Center of the Brandywine Museum of Art confirms that this object is recorded in Betsy James Wyeth’s files. Exhibited: The Brandywine Heritage, Brandywine River Museum of Art, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, June 18-October 17, 1971, illustrated; Japan, National Museum of Modern Art, Andrew Wyeth, April 6-June 30, 1974, illustrated. New York, Hirschl & Adler Galleries, Inc.; Williamstown, Massachusetts, Clark Art Institute, Second Williams College Alumni Loan Exhibition, April 1- June 13, 1976, illustrated. Greenville, South Carolina, Greenville County Museum of Art, Andrew Wyeth: In Southern Collections, February 1-March 31, 1978, illustrated. Jacksonville, Florida, Jacksonville Art Museum, Andrew Wyeth: Southern Collections, January 19-April 19, 1992, illustrated. Literature: The Great American Nude: A History in Art, New York, W.H. Gerdts, 1974, illustrated page 192;. “Art in Asheville: Wyeth’s Works on Display,” Citizen Times, Asheville, North Carolina, February 12, 1978. “Wyeth on Exhibit: Son to Lead Tour,” Nashville Tennessean, Nashville, Tennessee, February 5, 1978; Andrew Wyeth: The Helga Pictures, New York, J. Wilmerding, 1987, p. 25, illustrated; Andrew Wyeth : Master Drawings from the Artist’s Collection Adams, Henry, Andrew Wyeth, and Brandywine River Museum. 2006, Chadds Ford, Pa., Seattle, WA: Brandywine River Museum ; Distributed by University of Washington Press., page 62; Study for “Evening at Kuerner’s’ Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, The Art of Andrew Wyeth, Greenwich, Connecticut, 1973, p. 19, final painting illustrated. B.J. Wyeth, Wyeth at Kuerners, Boston, Massachusetts, 1976, p. 44, illustrated. “Two Worlds of Andrew Wyeth: Kuerners and Olsons,” Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin, vol. XXXIV, no. 2, New York, 1976, pp. 54-55, final painting referenced. A. Wyeth, T. Hoving, Andrew Wyeth: Autobiography, Boston, Massachusetts, 1995, p. 90; Unknown Terrain: The Landscapes of Andrew Wyeth, exhibition catalogue, Whitney Museum of Art, New York, 1998, p. 160, no. 131; Andrew Wyeth: Looking Out, Looking In, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., 2014, pp. 34-35, pl. 19; Frozen Lives : Karl and Anna Kuerner, Andrew Wyeth’s Iconic Couple, Streeter, LuLynne. 2017. . Atglen, PA: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
807
Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009)
Wild Cherry, 1948, signed lower right “Andrew Wyeth”, watercolor and gouache on paper, 22 x 30 in.; dark wood frame, in good condition
Provenance: Private Collection, Lexington, Kentucky
Estimate: $100,000 - $150,000
The Andrew & Betsy Wyeth Study Center of the Brandywine Museum of Art confirms that this object is recorded in Betsy James Wyeth’s files.
©Wyeth Foundation for American Art/ Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.
Edward Henry Potthast (New York/Ohio, 1857-1927)
At the Seashore, signed lower right, “E. Potthast”, oil on canvas, 12 x 15-3/4 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood and composition frame, 19-1/2 x 23-1/2 in., laid on panel, small areas of paint loss lower right corner, surface dirt layer, small areas of retouch at lower edge; frame with wear especially at corners
Provenance: Estate of Danny Wiginton, Huntsville, Alabama; Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
809
Louis Eilshemius (American, 1864-1941)
Two Women Bathing, signed lower right “Eilshemius”, oil on canvas, 30-1/2 x 25 in.; fine heavy carved gilt wood frame, 41-1/4 x 35-3/4 in., backed by Masonite, surface in good condition; frame in good condition
Provenance: Questroyal Fine Art, New York, NY; Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
810
Louis Eilshemius (American, 1864-1941)
Nudes at the Swimming Hole, oil on board, signed lower right “Eilshemius”, 25 x 30 in.; fine dark wood frame, 35-1.2 x 40-1/2 in., backed by Masonite, old surface crease at lower right corner, surface in good condition; frame in good condition
Provenance: Questroyal Gallery, New York, NY; Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
812
811
Eric Sloane (American, 1905-1985)
Chopping Block, signed lower left “Eric Sloane NA”, also signed, titled, inscribed “Warren, Conn” and numbered “6000” panel verso, oil on Masonite, 20 x 24 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 26 x 30-1/2 in., painting in good condition; frame with some wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Gainesville, Georgia
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Four Rare New Hampshire Rufus E. Patten Miniature Drawings (Candia, New Hampshire,1807-1879)
Bombardment Scene, Harbor Scene, Landscape with Buildings, and Landscape with Three Story Building, nine apparently signed, all ink on paper, the largest 3-3/4 x 4-1/4 in.; the smallest 3/4 x 1-1/2 in.; all float mounted in wood box frames, 6-3/4 x 7-1/2 in., not examined out of sealed float frames, all with slight toning, some staining; frames in good condition
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000
Exhibited: New Hampshire Folk Art: By the People, For the People, Discover Portsmouth Center in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, September 2019.
Literature: Ward, Gerald W. R., and Portsmouth Marine Society. 2019. New Hampshire Folk Art, by the People, for the People, First edition. Portsmouth, New Hampshire: Portsmouth Marine Society: Portsmouth Historical Society, 2019, pg. 35.
813
Folk Portrait, Lady in Bonnet (American, 19th century)
unsigned, oil on panel, 30 x 23-1/2 in.; period gilt wood frame, 35-1/4 x 29 in., surface layer of extremely crackled, yellowed, thick varnish, panel with crack along one vertical edge, partial crack up center; frame with wear and same thick varnish
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
814
John Lockhart Smith, Sporting Painting (Missouri/British, 19th century)
Portrait of a Pointer in a Landscape,1860, signed and dated lower center, “J.L. Smith 1860”, oil on canvas, 22 x 30 in.; period gilt wood frame, 26-3/4 x 34-3/4 in., wax lined, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Gary E. Young, Carriage House Antiques, Lexington, Missouri (See: https://siris-artinventories.si.edu/ipac20/ipac.jsp?uri=full=3100001~!157535!0)
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,200
815
11 Porcelain Great Seal of the United States Dinner Plates, 20th century, each with central decoration of the Great Seal of the United States surrounded by cobalt bands with gilt highlights, 7/8 x 10-1/4 in. diameter, slight anomalies, pinholes, and scratches to surface, some loss to gilt and enamel, one example with remnants of transferred mark
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $200 - $400
817
Red Painted Woven and Wood Basket
American, late 19th/early 20th century, the base and top with open latticework, woven tray with wood bottom, 5-3/4 x 11-1/4 x 10-3/8 in., some flaking and loss to painted surface, some breaks, losses, fraying, and looseness to woven decoration, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $400 - $600
816
Eglomise Banjo Wall Clock
American, 19th century, of typical form, painted dial with Roman numerals, set in carved and gilt wood case, with reverse painted glass panels, one depicting a riverside landscape scene, hinged front panel opening to works, with pendulum, weights, and winder key, approximately 42 x 10-1/4 x 4 in., one gilt bronze side mount off but present, surface dirt, scattered chips and losses to gilding, scattered flaking and losses to reverse painted elements
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
818
Federal Style Figured Mahogany Three Tiered Table early 20th century, mahogany throughout, each figured shelf with turned supports, 34 x 18 x 15 in., good structural condition, some varnish distress central ring at top, other minor surface flaws
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $200 - $300
819
Victorian Cast Brass and Prism Decorated Stork Leg Pedestal
American, late 19th century, the underside stamped “patent applied for”, circular top centering a brass plaque of a seated maiden, a surround hung with faceted prisms resting on a boldly formed bird’s leg with lizard decorated brass pedestal, 32 x 15-1/2 x 15-1/2 in., good condition overall, mellow surface with traces of polish, prisms replaced and with scattered distress (one off but present), minor surface distress to pedestal base
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $500 - $700
820
Monumental Gorham Sterling Centerpiece
American, 1901, oval, everted rim with openwork, floral, basket and scroll decoration, four scroll feet, no monogram, marks for Gorham, 187 oz. T., 6 x 27 x 22-1/2 in., light scratches and minor wear
Provenance: Christie’s, Sale 2091, January 17, 2008, lot 35; Private Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
821
Pair of Large Classical Silver Repousse Urns probably American, campana form, decorated with classical scenes of women dancing, grape and vine, acanthus, egg and dart decoration, removable liners, two handles, marked with a script “RC” in a diamond, possibly weighed, 19-1/2 in. 263.45 oz. T. total, one liner with repaired base, both liners with wear and dents, urns with typical wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $5,000 - $6,000
Digital XRF results show 99.74% silver for urn and liner. (see detail photo)
822
Large Durham Sterling Two Handled Tray
American, mid 20th century, oval with floral and scroll hand chased decoration, raised scroll handles, no monograms, marks for Durham Silver Co. (New York, NY, working 1950s-1960), 157.43 oz. T., 32 in., several small spots of tarnish, light scratches, and wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000
823
Reed & Barton Sterling Cake Plate
American, 20th century, octagonal form with reeded borders, no monogram, marks for Reed & Barton, 18.37 oz. T., 4-3/4 x 10-1/4 x 10-1/4 in., light scratching and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
824
International Prelude Sterling Flatware, 53 Pieces
American, 20th century, including five 9-1/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; seven 8-3/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; twelve 7-1/4 in. forks; twelve 6-1/2 in. salad forks; twelve 5-7/8 in. teaspoons; 5-3/4 in. sugar spoon; 5-3/4 in. spreader; 5-3/4 in. hollow handle child’s knife; 4-1/8 in. child’s fork; 4-1/4 in. child’s spoon, most with monograms, all with marks for International, 48.33 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Biltmore Forest, North Carolina
Estimate: $900 - $1,200
825
67 Pieces American Coin Silver Flatware
18th/19th century, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Boston, New York, and more including five coffin handle, “Nichols”; sugar spoons; ladle; serving spoons, salt spoons, and more, 34.79 oz. T. total, 3-7/8 in. to 9-1/4 in., all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $600 - $900
826
Gorham Chantilly Sterling Flatware, 83 Pieces
American, 20th century, including eleven 9-1/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; ten 5-7/8 in. solid handle spreaders; twelve 7-3/8 in. forks; eleven 6-3/8 in. salad forks; nineteen 5-3/4 in. teaspoons; five 6-1/4 in. round soup spoons; twelve 7-1/2 in. ice tea spoon; two 8-3/8 in. serving spoons; one 5-7/8 in. cheese scoop, all with monograms, marks for Gorham, 83.46 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with silver plate serving fork and wooden case, average wear
Provenance: Connecticut Private Collection
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,400
827
Set of 12 Gorham Sterling Bread and Butter Plates American, mid 20th century, round with gadroon borders, monogram, marks for Gorham, “222”, 57.81 oz. T., 6-1/2 in., one with spot of pitting, several with wear but most with light wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
828
47 Sterling Table Items American, 20th century, including four Cartier demitasse spoons with original box and bags; five Francis I demitasse spoons; Whiting Louis XV server; 12 Dominick & Haff 1776 teaspoon; nine spoons with shell handles; olive spoon with twist handle, lemon forks; Durgin Fairfax sugar spoon; salt spoons; hollow handle pie server; Gorham small round bowl; three pepper casters; one open salt with blue glass liner, 37.31 oz. T. excluding hollow handle and glass pieces, 2-3/4 in. to 10 in., all with wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $700 - $900
829
International Sterling Tray American, 20th century, cartouche form with reeded border, monogram, marks for International, 44.02 oz. T., 20 in., scratches and wear to floor
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $900 - $1,200
830
Oneida Michelangelo Sterling Flatware, Service for Eight, 59 Pieces American, 20th century, including eight 9-3/8 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; eight 6-1/2 in. hollow handle spreaders, stainless blades; eight 7-1/4 in. forks; eight 6-5/8 in. salad forks; eight 6 in. teaspoons; eight 6-1/2 in. round soup spoons; eight 7-1/2 in. ice tea spoons; three 8-1/4 in. serving spoons, no monograms, all with marks for Oneida, 65.73 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Statesville, North Carolina Estimate: $1,400 - $1,800
831
Gorham Secret Garden Sterling Flatware, Service for 12, 69 Pieces
American, mid 20th century, including twelve 9-1/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; twelve 7-1/2 in forks; twelve 6-5/8 in. salad forks; twelve 5-7/8 in. spoons; twelve 6-7/8 in oval spoon spoons; two 6-1/2 in. hollow handle knives; 4-1/2 in. fork; 4-1/2 in. spoon; 8-1/2 in. serving fork; three 8-3/8 in. serving spoons; 8-3/8 in. slotted spoon, no monograms, all with marks for Gorham, 78.49 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; wooden case, average wear
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
832
Dominick & Haff King Sterling Flatware and Others, 63 Pieces
American, 20th century, including twelve 8-3/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades (no monograms); twelve 6-3/4 in. forks; twelve 6 in. spoons; eleven 7 in. oval soup spoons; six 8-1/2 in. serving spoons, all with monograms, marks for Dominick & Haff; with 9 in. Kirk Repousse berry spoon; 4-5/8 in. Alvin bon bon, repousse style pattern; 8-3/4 in. Norwegian salad set; six 5-3/4 in. teaspoons, 85.58 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with wooden case with lift out tray, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
833
12 Sterling Goblets
American, 20th century, all typical form, four with gilt interior by Black Starr; eight by Revere, no monograms, 49.82 oz. T., 6-3/8 in. to 6-5/8 in., light wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
834
Sterling Loving Cup American, early 20th century, round straight sides with angular handles, monogram, marks for J. F, Fradley & Co. (New York, NY), 20.75 oz. T., 6-3/4 x 8-1/2 x 8-1/2 in., dents, wear, interior pitting, and discoloration
Provenance: Estate of Janet Blakeley, Weaverville, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
835
Victorian Carved Mahogany Griffin Figural Writing Desk
probably American, late 19th century, partner’s desk with molded top, each side with one drawer and one false drawer, well carved winged Griffin supports, dovetailed drawers, 29-1/4 x 50 x 30 in., top refinished, base with early, somewhat distressed finish; scattered bumps and wear, minor finish distress
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $600 - $900
836
Carved Oak Dolphin Figural Library Table
American or British, circa 1900, in the baroque taste with leaf and flower carved top, mask decorated carved skirt, single dovetailed drawer, stylized dolphin carved feet, 30-1/2 x 58-1/4 x 36-1/2 in., good condition overall, top with some abrasions and minor warping, central gouge with minor loss, typical surface wear and distress
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
837
Paint Decorated Side Table in the Form of a Stack of Books
modern import, green, blue, red, and black paint decoration, 19-1/2 x 14 x 13-1/2 in., bumps at some corners with associated paint losses, other scattered surface flaws
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $100 - $300
838
Four Philadelphia Chippendale Style Shell Carved Walnut Dining Chairs early 20th century, comprising two arm and two side chairs, each with shell carved crest, shaped skirts and trifid feet, one chair with period elements, armchairs 39-1/2 x 25-1/2 x 21-1/2 in., side chairs 39-1/2 x 22-1/2 x 20 in., structurally sound, one chair with discoloration at knee returns, some scattered surface distress, modern upholstery with light wear
Provenance: By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
839
Nantucket Lightship Basket by Bill and Judy Sayle
dated 1995, signed, inscribed, and dated to base “Made in Nantucket/Bill and Judy Sayle...”, oak swing handle and staves with carved scallop shells, 13-1/4 x 14-1/4 x 12 in., overall good condition, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: Private Nashville Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
841
Neoclassical Style Column Form Variegated Marble Pedestal, 20th century, variegated red marble, with spiral decorated column, on octagonal base, 44 x 12 x 12 in., good condition, some scratches at top, minor surface anomalies largely as made
Provenance: Private New England Collection
Estimate: $300 - $500
840
Spanish Colonial Style Faux Alligator Leather Upholstered Sofa late 20th century, marked for Old Hickory Tannery, the back and arms in faux alligator leather, leather seat cushion and leather paneled back, the carved and turned frame with applied pesos, 44 x 91 x 33 in., frame with scattered distress, largely as made, leather seat with some scratches, other light wear, and surface flaws
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
842
Sidney Edward Dickinson (American, 1890-1980)
Portrait of a Man, 1939, signed lower right “Sidney E. Dickinson 1939”, oil on canvas, 36-1/4 x 31-1/4 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, 48-1/2 x 44 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, surface dirt layer; frame with some wear and abrasions
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
843
Russell Cheney (American, 1881-1945)
Maine in Winter, signed lower right “Russell Cheney”, titled on artists label verso, oil on canvas, 26-1/2 x 36 in.; gilt wood frame, 30-3/4 x 40-1/4 in., crackle, stretcher marks, surface dirt layer, very tiny surface puncture with small area of bull’s eye crackle at left edge in sky; frame with wear, gold paint
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
844
Russell Cheney (American, 1881-1945)
Vase of Zinnias, signed lower left “Russell Cheney”, oil on canvas, 27 x 27 in.; gilt wood frame, 32 x 32 in., original canvas and stretchers, surface dirt layer; frame with wear
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
845
Whitney Myron Hubbard (American, 1875-1965)
New England Winter, signed lower left “Whitney M. Hubbard”, oil on canvas, 16 x 20 in.; fine ornate carved gilt wood frame, 22-1/2 x 26-3/4 in., laid on stretcher backed Masonite, surface dirt, crackle (appears stable); frame with abrasions and some cracking, rubbed finish
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
846
Pair Tiffany Studios Gilt Bronze Candlesticks early 20th century, stamped “Tiffany Studios/New York/1213” on bases, circular bases with long tapered stems surmounted by urn form candle cup, 21 x 5-3/4 in., uneven patination, some areas of spotting and discoloration, surface dust and wax accretion, some slight warping and dents to candle cups
Provenance: Estate of Janet Blakeley, Weaverville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
849
Grueby Pottery Vase
847
Large Charles S. Todd for Rookwood Pottery Vase
American, dated 1915, marked on base with Rookwood pottery mark and “XV/164/C.S.T.”, purple and blue glaze, with molded floral decoration on shoulder, 13-3/4 x 8 in., anomalies and pinholes, light surface scratches, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $600 - $900
848
Sadie Irvine for Newcomb College Vase
(Louisiana, 1887-1970), circa 1928, the exterior in low relief landscape scene featuring the moon and Spanish moss, the base with impressed “C” with “N”, artist’s mark, and “W/236/QR59”, 6-3/4 x 4-1/4 in., slight anomalies, pinholes, and crazing, some scratching to body and wear to base, surface dust/accretion, area of clear accretion to body only visible in raking light (possibly a glaze anomaly or glue)
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Boston, Massachusetts, early 20th century, dark green glaze, the base marked with sticker, circular Grueby marks, “DS”, and conjoined “JA” in a circle, 4-1/2 x 5-3/8 in., anomalies, pinholes, and glaze voids, “chip” to base likely as made, some slight surface scuffs, surface dust/accretion
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
850
Pair of Stickley Copper Candlesticks and Handled Tray 20th century, all with Stickley “Als Ik Kan” mark stamped on base, comprising: pair of candlesticks, 9-1/2 x 7 in. diameter; ovoid handled tray, 23-3/8 x 11 in., minor surface dirt and scratching, scattered areas of rubbing and discoloration to surfaces; minor warping to candlestick base pans
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
851
Framed Large Rookwood Faience Tile and Small Tile with Figural Scene American, early 20th century, comprising: forest scene, marked on verso “Rookwood/faience”, sight 11-5/8 x 11-5/8 in., wood frame 17-5/8 x 17-5/8 x 1-3/4 in.; small tile, circa 1926, marked on verso with Rookwood pottery mark and “XXVI/3203”, 5-7/8 x 5-7/8 x 7/8 in., surface dirt/accretion, anomalies and pinholes; framed example not examined out of frame, some crazing, frame with some bumps and abrasions; small example with some wear and abrasions to corners and underside
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina Estimate: $800 - $1,200
852
Fenton Turquoise Iridescent Swirl Vase
early 20th century, unsigned, shape no. 3024, tall urn form, turquoise blue with iridescent gold swirl, on iridescent cobalt foot, 15-1/4 x 6-1/2 in., surface dust and accretion, fingerprints, a few scattered air bubbles
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
853
Two Clement Massier Ceramic Ewers (French, 1844-1917)
one with gold painted ground and multicolored decoration in the style of cloisonne, marked “Clement.Massier/Golfe(?)
Juan” on base, 12 in.; one with deep red ground and floral decoration, unmarked, 12-1/2 in., surface dirt and accretion, typical light wear and scratches to bases
Provenance: Property from the Brooklyn Museum
Estimate: $600 - $900
854
John Bozarth “Crazy Cat” sculpture (American, 20th century)
unsigned, label inscribed “John Bozarth, R. Island School of Design Early...” on base, carved and painted wood, detachable legs, bronze whiskers, 13-1/2 x 21 x 15 in., surface dirt, scattered scratches and scuffs to wood, lacking one whisker, minor paint losses
Provenance: Skinner, March 3, 2013, lot 552, sold for $2,460; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
855
Aesthetic Movement Burlwood Inlaid and Part Ebonized Bronze Mounted Cabinet
American, second half 19th century, highly figured burlwood throughout, central panel door opening to a shelved and velvet lined interior, flanked by two curved glass doors, 43 x 62 x 18-1/2 in., good condition overall, repair and veneer losses at bottom of central door, other scattered bumps and veneer distress, especially at skirt, distress to interior fabric, scattered losses to brass beading and mounts, other typical surface distress
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
856
Pair of Mexican Sterling Candelabra
20th century, four scroll branch, five cup, floral and shell borders, marked “G.H.”, 127.47 oz. T., 15-1/2 x 13 x 13 in., light wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
857
Lunt Mount Vernon Sterling Flatware, 60 Pieces American, 20th century, including twelve 9-1/4 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; twelve 7-3/8 in. forks; twelve 6-1/8 in. salad forks; fifteen 5-5/8 in. teaspoons; 5-1/4 in. spoon; eight 7 in. round soup spoons, no monograms, all with marks for Lunt, 54.29 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with fabric case, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,400 - $1,800
858
Sterling Presentational Punch Bowl with Ladle American, 20th century, round footed inscribed “Field & Stream/Award for the/Outstanding Conservation Accomplishment in 1941/ Presented to/Ira N. Gabrielson/by/Eltinge F. Warner, Publisher”, marks for maker Graff, Washbourne & Dunn, “Cornelius Wynkoop/New York/Reprouduction 1726”, “8322” and retailer Black, Starr & Gorham, 48.66 oz. T., 6 x 12-3/8 in.; Dominick & Haff hollow handle punch ladle, 161/4 in., both with light wear
Provenance: A Virginia Family Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
859
Gorham Buttercup Sterling Flatware, 69 Pieces American, 20th century, including eight 9-1/2 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; eight 7-1/2 in. forks; sixteen 6-1/4 in. salad forks; sixteen 6-3/4 in. teaspoons; eight 7-1/2 in. ice tea spoons, all in original plastic bags; 4-1/4 in. lemon fork; 5-7/8 in. pick/olive fork; 8-7/8 in. lettuce fork; 5-7/8 in. ladle; 5-7/8 in. solid handle spreader; 4-1/8 in. tongs; 4-1/2 in. bon bon; 7-5/8 in. tomato server; 8-7/8 in. large bowl serving spoon; 8-3/8 in. serving spoon; 5-7/8 in. sugar spoon; 8-3/8 in. solid handle salad set, no monograms, all with marks for Gorham, 77.24 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear Estimate: $1,800 - $2,400
860
Whiting Lily Sterling Flatware, Service for 12, 177 Pieces
American, 20th century including twelve 8-7/8 in. hollow handle knives; twelve 5-5/8 in. solid handle spreaders; twenty four 6-5/8 in. forks; twelve 6-1/8 in. salad forks; nine 5-5/8 in. cocktail forks; six 4 in. strawberry forks; twelve 5-3/8 in. spoons; twelve 5-3/4 in. spoons; six 6-7/8 in. spoons; six 7 in. spoons; twelve 8-1/8 in. spoons; twelve 5 in. round soup spoons; twelve 3-7/8 in. demitasse; twelve 3-7/8 in. demitasse, gilt bowls; two pieces 11-3/4 in. salad set; 7-1/4 in. ladle; 4-5/8 in. mustard spoon; 5-5/8 in. cheese knife; 7-1/2 in. master butter; 4 in. tongs; 9-1/8 in. serving fork; two 6 in. serving spoons, shell bowl; two 9 in. large serving spoons, shell bowl; 8-1/2 in. long handle pickle fork; 5-3/4 in. pate knife; 12 in. fish server; two 5-5/8 in. serving spoons, shell bowl; 8-1/2 in. oyster server; 9-1/4 in. hollow handle asparagus server; 12-1/2 in. hollow handle cake knife; 10-1/8 i. hollow handle cake server; 8-5/8 in. bar knife, most with monograms, all with marks for Whiting, 204.8 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with wooden one drawer case, typical wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $4,500 - $6,500
861
Oak Flatware Case on Stand
American, 20th century, square with lift top lid and one pull out drawer, fitted fabric interior, lid stamped “Bohm Allen Jewelry Co./Denver Co.”, brass plaque on lid “June 29, 1907, with later stand, 25-1/2 x 25 x 18 in., good condition
Private Collection, Bristol, Tennessee
Estimate: $300 - $600
862
Howard Norton Cook (American, 1901-1980)
Truchas Peak, New Mexico, signed lower right “Howard Cook”, also titled “Truchas Peaks (sic)”, and inscribed backing verso, pastel on paper or card, 16 x 24 in.; original period carved silver finished wood frame and wood liner, 24 x 31 in., According to artist’s note backing verso, this pastel was not “fixed”, meaning there is no fixative applied to the surface. For that reason this was not unsealed and examined out of sealed frame; color vibrant, very minimal smudging apparent; frame with wear and abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Morganton, North Carolina
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
863
Howard Norton Cook (American, 1901-1980)
Chama River, New Mexico, signed lower right “Howard Cook”, titled and signed stretcher verso, oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in.; original carved wood frame, 31 x 43 in., original canvas and stretchers, surface dirt, tiny spot of paint loss at sky near left edge middle; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Morganton, North Carolina
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
864
Frederic Sackrider Remington (American, 1861-1909)
Five Head/Character Studies, each one signed, mounted together, the largest 5-1/2 in., the smallest 4-1/2 in.; gilt wood frame, 17 x 13-1/2 in., each one approximately 90% laid down to backing, toning, all with torn or cut edges; frame with Provenance: Old Print Shop, New York, NY, (label verso); By Descent in the Fahnestock and Michalis Families, New York
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
865
Fried Pal
(Hungarian/America, 1893-1976)
Herding Bulls, signed lower left “Fried Pal”, inscribed verso “Western #B1682”, also stamped verso, oil on canvas, 24-1/4 x 30-1/4 in.; ornate gilt wood frame, 29-1/2 x 35-1/2 in., painting in good condition; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
866
1910 Cathedral Rocks Watercolor (American, early 20th century)
signed and dated lower left “F. Davey 1910”, watercolor on board, 19-1/2 x 16 in.; wood and gilt wood frame, 21-1/4 x 17-1/2 in., toning, slight fading; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
867
Gunnar Mauritz Widforss (Swedish/California/Arizona, 1879-1934)
Bridal Veil Falls, Yosemite, circa 1923, signed lower right “Widforss”, inscribed verso “Purchased at Yoseite Valley, July 7-18, 1923”, water color on board, sight 5-1.2 x 4 in.; gilt wood frame, 14-1/2 x 12-1/2 in., not examined out of archivally sealed frame, watercolor appears in good condition, possible slight toning; frame with some abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
868
After John Ross Key (American, 1837-1920)
Big Trees, Calaveras Grove, unsigned, a painted copy of the chromolithograph after John Ross Key, Boston: L. Prang & Co., 1874, oil on canvas, 14 x 7-1/2 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, 17-1/2 x 11 in., backed by wood panel, surface dirt layer, tacking holes apparently from past stretcher; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
869
Ramon Kelley (American, born 1939)
Study i Orange, 1984, signed lower center “Ramon Kelly 84 NAWA”, oil on canvas, 10-1/2 x 8-1/2 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 19-1/4 x 17-1/4 in., laid on board, good overall condition: frame with abrasions
Provenance: O’Meara Gallery Ltd., Santa Fe, New Mexico (label verso); Private Collection
Estimate: $700 - $900
870
Robert Loftin Newman (American, 1827-1912)
Two Women, inscribed verso “RL Newman Exh ATL Fine Arts Museum”, oil on canvas, 12 x 9 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 16 x 13 in., heavily varnished surface, crackle, retouch; frame with wear, regilt
Provenance: Graham Gallery, New York, NY (presumably, label verso); Mr. and Mrs. Albert Werthan (label verso); Property of a Southern Museum sold to benefit the Acquisition Fund
Estimate: $500 - $700
871
William Anzalone (Texas, born 1935)
Cornfield, Shelby, Texas, signed lower right “Anzalone”, oil on canvas, 30 x 40 in.; gilt wood frame, 36 x 46 in., one area of flaking and loss at sky; frame with wear
Provenance: Meredith Long and Company, Houston, Texas (label verso); Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
872
Group of Eight Cherokee Related McKenney and Hall Prints (American, 1785-1859, 1793-1868)
Two large folio hand-colored lithographs from History of the Indian Tribes of North America published by Greenough, Bowen, Philadelphia, 1838-1841, with gum arabic on paper; John Ross A Cherokee Chief, sheet 21 x 14-7/8 in.; Major Ridge A Cherokee Chief, sheet 18-1/8 x 13 in; six from the royal octavo edition of the same, 1854, accompanied by text, Se-Quo-Yah, John-Ross, Major Ridge, Tooan-Tuh, John Ridge, and David Vann, each sheet 10-5/8 x 6-7/8 in.; unframed, “Ridge” with text bleed, toning stains; small folio with binding edge present, light toning
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $700 - $1,000
874
Ernest Martin Hennings, Three Etchings (American, 1886-1956)
873
William Keith (Scottish/American 1838-1911)
The River’s Edge, signed lower left “W. Keith”, oil on canvas, 10-1/4 x 13-3/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 15 x 18 x 1-1/4 in., laid on Masonite, areas of retouch scattered throughout; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $4,000 - $8,000
Stringing the Bow, Watching the Ceremony, and The Twins, edition 34/100, each with artist blind stamp lower right, largest plate 9-1/2 x 11-5/8 in.; matching distressed wood frames, 16-3/8 x 19-3/8 x 1-1/8 in., good condition, not examined out of frame; Stringing the Bow with chip to sight liner
Provenance: Private Collection, Madison, South Dakota
Estimate: $600 - $900
875
Herman Oliver Albright (California, 1876-1944)
Falls of Yosemite, signed lower right H. Oliver Albright”, ink wash on paper, 16-3/4 x 121/4 in.; dark wood frame, 24-1/4 x 19-1/4 in., tacked at points along edges, in god overall condition; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 bears label “on rear-signed H.O. Albright /dated 1938/titled”.
Jud Hartmann Bronze Bust, Uncas (American, 1966-Present)
Uncas, signed “Hartmann/1984 5/7” on right shoulder, patinated and cold painted bronze on wooden base, 25-3/4 x 21-5/8 x 14 in., good overall condition; base with minor abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Uncas, rather than being a historical Native figure, is in fact one of two titular characters from American author James Fenimore Cooper’s seminal novel The Last of the Mohicans
877
Dr. George Harley African Mask
early/20th century, Liberia/Ivory Coast, carved wood of unknown origin, darkened surface on front, with holes around edges, eye holes, inscribed “112” on the inside, 10 x 7 x 4 in., overall patination commensurate with age and use, vertical crack running the length of the mask, apparently repaired, slight wear along the repair
Provenance: Richard Blackwell Smith, Washington, D. C.; by descent to Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
This mask is one of the legendary group collected by Dr. George Harley (18941966), an anthropologist and medical missionary to Liberia in the early to mid-20th century. Dr. Harley’s early work regarding traditional Liberian tribes is perhaps the most extensive research done on these tribes. He is most known for the over 1,000 masks he collected during his time there, many of which can be found in museum collections, including the Cleveland Musuem of Art and the Peabody Museum of Archeology and Ethnology. The holes surrounding the edges of this mask are for attaching fibers and beads to make hair or a beard and attaching capes and headdresses The delicate carvings along the face likely represent the ritual scarification practiced at the time. This particular mask was given to Blackwell Smith, relative of the current owner, by Dr. Harley in 1947.
This lot is accompanied by three publications: “Masks as Agents of Social Control in Northeast Liberia” by George. W. Harley, 1950.
“Notes on the Poro in Liberia” by George W. Harley, 1941.
“The Harley Masks of Northeast Liberia” by Louis T. Wells, Jr., 1977.
This lot is also accompanied by an extensive collection of historic black and white photos of Liberia at the time, taken by Dr, Harley and others, an example of which can be seen here.
and detail photos.
878
Haida Carved Polychrome Wood Mask
19th century, carved cedar wood dance mask, with eye holes and rawhide strap, unsigned, 12 x 9 x 5 in., overall wear, wormholes, vertical cracks, wear at all edges, wear commensurate with age and use, screw eyes and wire at back for hanging
Provenance: Seahawk Auctions, British Columbia, Canada; Andronike Tsagaris Collection; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $600 - $800
879
Kiowa Beaded Hide Moccasins
c. 1870, the men’s moccasins with red ochre pigment decoration, sinew sewn beaded panels, fringe with red pigment along vamps and heel seam, 10-1/2 in., good condition overall commensurate with age, expected surface grime, no apparent bead loss, small scattered holes on uppers, soles intact
Provenance: Merrill B. Domar, American Indian Art, New Orleans, Louisiana; Andronike Tsagaris Collection; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
880
Kwakiutl Polychrome Wood Mask Depicting Bakwas
British Columbia, Canada, possibly early 20th century, wood, cotton canvas, iron nails, minerals and commercial pigments, with articulated chin, canvas pads attached to inside of face, bears old label inside “279 Kwakiutl/(Brit. Col.)”, 11” length, x 5” width x 6” depth, vivid colors, worn patina commensurate with age and use, some small cracks, scattered pattern of nail holes at forehead, scattered holes at edges, as made
Provenance: Stanley Grant Collection, New York City, New York; Jeffrey Meyers, New York City, New York; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $10,000 - $20,000
Literature: George Shaw, 2004, p. 75, illustrated
881
Menominee Quilled Hide Pouch
late 19th century, Great Lakes, hide, the pouch front with quilled foliate decoration, quill wrapped fringe, 7 x 3 in.; on bespoke stand, 9-1/2 x 4-1/4 in., front side of pouch only missing one quilled drop, quillwork with vibrant color, some wear to wrappings on fringe
Provenance: George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
882
Ottawa Figural Wood Ladle
Great Lakes Area, late 19th century, ladle with deer leg handle and wide shallow bowl, maple wood, the handle with tiny incised burn holes, remnants of black pigment on deer hoof handle,16-1/2 x 4 in., very good overall condition, warm, rich patina commensurate with age and use, no visible chips or breaks of any kind
Provenance: Collection of Adelaide DeMenil and Edmund Carpenter; Sold Sotheby’s, New York City, New York, December 1997, lot 465; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Literature: George Shaw, 1999, p. 34, illustrated
Exhibitions: Aspen Art Museum, Art of Grace and Passion, Aspen, CO, 1999
883◉
Old Bering Sea/Punuk Goggles
Alaska, circa 600-800 A.D., carved marine ivory snow goggles, 5-3/4 x 2 in., good condition overall commensurate with age, rich warm patina, the expected pitting
Provenance: Jeffrey Myers, New York City, New York; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
and detail photos.
884
Northern Plains Painted Hide War Shirt
Assiniboine or Blackfoot, Montana, late 19th century, the men’s hide war shirt painted with natural pigments, decorated with beadwork panels, ermine drops, red trade cloth, both front and back, 37 x 60 in., very good overall condition, vibrant blue paint, minimal loss to bead work, ermine drops intact, hide soft and supple; on bespoke stand, stand apparently meant to mount directly to a wall
Provenance: Robert Coburn Collection, Circle C. Ranch, Montana; H. Malcolm Grimmer; Morning Star Gallery, Santa Fe, NM; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
Literature: Morning Star Gallery, Santa fe, New Mexico, cat. vol. 2, p. 37, illustrated; George Shaw, 1999 catalog, p. 24, illustrated
Exhibitions: Art of Grace and Passion, Aspen Art Museum, Aspen, Colorado, 1999
885
Haudenosaunee Iroquois Corn Husk Mask and Woodlands
Pouch
late 19th/early 20th century corn husk mask, 11-1/2 x 9 in. with fringe; together with a beaded woodlands flap pouch, foliate decorations on velvet cloth, 6 x 6-1/2 in., mask with the expected overall handling ware and grime; bag with minor bead loss at edges, wear to silk ribbon edging
Estimate: $500 - $700
887
Eastern Sioux Human Effigy War Club
Missouri Valley Area, the ash club with remnant of red ochre, iron blade tongue, nail head eyes, 28 in., rich, warm patina commensurate with age and use, wear/wormholes/surface crack on face, two small losses to skull
Provenance: Gary Spratt Collection, Rutherford, CA; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
Literature: George Shaw, 1999, p. 25, illustrated
Exhibitions: Aspen Art Museum, Art of Grace and Passion, Aspen, CO, 1999
886
Arapaho Pipe Bag
circa 1860s, sinew sewn deer hide, with seed bead decoration, 11 x 5 in.; with fringe, 24-1/4 in., hide soft and supple, little to not apparent bead loss, fringe in good condition, small holes near upper edge, apparently for closure
Provenance: Economos Works of Art, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Brad Mighton (?) Collection; Paul Gray Collection; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
888◉
Old Bering Sea Human Effigy
Saint Lawrence Island, Alaska, circa 100-500 A.D., carved walrus ivory, 4 x 2-1/2 in.; on bespoke iron stand, 4-1/2 in., dark, rich patina commensurate with age, the expected wear, stand with some wear at edges
Provenance: Perry Lewis Collection, Connecticut; Jeffrey Meyers, New York City, New York; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
detail photos.
889
Large Matsaki Polychrome Jar
Early Zuni Culture, New Mexico, 1500-1625 A.D., clay, natural pigments, 14 x 8-1/2 in., repaired cracks throughout, small missing areas where jar was put back together, fine crackle pattern, strong vibrant pigments, firing clouds
Provenance: Jimmy Cox Ranch, Fence Lake, New Mexico; Bill Schenck Collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; A Distinguished Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
890
Attributed to Catalina Zunie Pictorial Olla
Zuni Pueblo, circa 1920s-30s, clay, natural pigments, white glaze with red and black decoration depicting frogs, tadpoles, dragonflies and more, 9 x 13 in., good overall condition, handling wear, fine crackle pattern to glaze, no visible chips or cracks
Provenance: George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
891
Pair of Iroquois Quilled Hide Moccasins
Northeastern New York State, 18th/19th century, the men’s hide moccasins with porcupine quills, silk ribbon, glass beads, 9-1/2 in., very good overall condition, hide soft and supple, quillwork with one tiny area of loss on flap, blue silk on flaps with considerable wear
Provenance: Herbert G. Wellington Collection; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Literature: Ewing, 1982, color pl. 2, p. 256, pl.269 (Ewing, Douglas C. 1982. Pleasing the Spirits : A Catalogue of a Collection of American Indian Art. New York: Ghylen Press.)
893
Northwest Coast Speaker’s Staff
late 19th/early 20th century, probably Tlingit, the polychrome staff carved with traditional totemic creatures, 53-3/4 in., warm rich patina and handling wear commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Alaska on Madison, New York, New York; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
894
Kwakiutl Hamatsa Whistle
late 19th/early 20th century, the cedar bark whistle with string wrapping, 9-3/4 x 2x 1-3/4 in., four cracks running the length of the whistle, remnants of sap, overall handling wear commensurate with age and use
Estimate: $400 - $600
892
Santo Domingo Painted Hide Shield
circa 1870, buffalo hide shield, decorated with mineral pigments depicting stylized lightning bolt, mountain lion, and black bear, back with tanned buffalo hide straps, 21 in.; mounted in bespoke plexiglass shadow box, 40 x 24 x 4-1/4 in., straps mounted on shadow box backing, hide firm and strong, some vibrant pigment, overall expected wear from age and use
Provenance: Morning Star Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Sotheby’s New York City, New York, November 30th, 1995, sold for $16,100; Private Nashville Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
895
Klickitat Coiled Lidded Basket
early 20th century, the coiled basket with imbricated polychrome decoration, knobbed lid, 5 x 7-1/2 in., 6-1/2 tall with knob; together with an Asian wicker basket, 14 x 15 in., body of basket in very good overall condition, decoration with wear and surface losses primarily on lid
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
896
Makah Lidded Polychrome Pictorial Basket
Early 20th century, the imbricated basket with polychrome depictions including whale, figures in boats, other marine life, knobbed lid, 6 x 7-1/2 in., cedar rim with some warping, no visible losses or breaks, polychrome with fading on exterior commensurate with age, no apparent tears, breaks, or losses, overall handling ware.
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $300 - $500
detail photos.
897
Northwest Coast Carved Wooden Feast Spoon
late 19th century, probably Tlingit, the carved wooden spoon with totemic figures on handle, 10-3/4 in., good condition overall, overall handling wear, wear to bowl of spoon at edges commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Alaska on Madison, New York, New York, sold for $3,200 (copy of sales receipt accompanies this lot); Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
898
Carved Northwest Coast Cane
probably Nootka, early 20th century, wood, carved with traditional animal totemic figures, 6-3/4 in., good overall condition, remnants of an apparent overall surface pigment, some surface cracks, handling wear commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Alaska on Madison, New York, New York; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
899
Nuu-chah-nulth Whaling Basketry Hat
late 19th/early 20th century, with typical onion-shape, “Maquinnastyle” with polychrome whale and whaler motifs, interior braided cedar headband, bears old label with the name “Cecilia Savey,” 10-1/4 x 11-1/2 in., good overall condition, no apparent damage, overall handling wear
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
900
Northwest Coast Carved Polychrome Raven Rattle c. 1870s, probably Bella Coola, two-part painted and carved cypress wood rattle with animal figures, lashed together, 13 x 3-1/2 in., wear and abrasion to pigment, overall handling wear commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Alaska on Madison, New York, New York; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
901
Klickitat Twined Polychrome Storage Basket
late 19th/early 20th century, the sturdy, rectangular/oval basket with imbricated geometric decoration on exterior 9 x 12-1/2 x 9-1/4 in., overall handling wear, some small losses at rim, other scattered losses to decoration
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
902
Lakota Parfleche Meat Bag late 19th century, the two-sided envelope with muslin drawstring top, labeled “meat bag”, added raw hide fringe, parfleche, 15-1/4 x 11 in.; with drawstring top, 22 x 11 in., vivid pigments, hand-stitched muslin in good overall condition, slight staining, parfleche in good condition overall
Provenance: Morningstar Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Charles and Valerie Diker collection (label attached, #167); Stephen Case Collection; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
903
Apache Basket Bowl with Dog Figures late 19th/early 20th century, the shallow, coiled basket bowl/tray with polychrome dogs, crosses, and radiating step motif, 4 x 15 in. diameter, very good condition overall, no visible breaks or losses, slight overall handling wear and grime on interior
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
904
Fine Tlingit Lidded Polychrome Down Holder Basket late 19th/early 20th century, pacific northwest coast, the finely twined, lidded basket with raised polychrome geometric decoration on exterior of lid, 5-1/2 x 3-3/4 in., lid with tear at edge halfway through rim edge, no apparent breaks or tears elsewhere on basket, probable repair near bottom edge of lid, visible on interior
Provenance: Marcy Burns’ Personal Collection, New York, New York; Marcy Burns American Indian Arts, New York, New York, sold for $5,400, 2006 (copy of sales receipt accompanies this lot); Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
905
Central California Coiled Pictorial Basketry Chalice late 19th/early 20th century, possibly Great Basin or Panamint, willow, sedge, devil’s claw, with butterfly motif front and back, 6 x 5 in., good condition overall, small break at top rim, small losses at lower rim, some additional handling wear
Provenance: Sold Christie’s, New York City, New York, January 2003, Lot 54; George Shaw, Aspen, Colorado; An Important Aspen, Colorado Collection
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
907
Southern California Basket Bowl possibly Yokuts, late 19th/early 20th century, the finely coiled, wide basket with polychrome rattlesnake motif, 5-1/2 x 14 in. diameter, very good overall condition, some very small areas of loss to weft, slight overall handling wear
Provenance: Merrill B. Domas, American Indian Art, New Orleans, Louisiana; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
908
Contemporary Native American Kayak and Quilled Container both 20th century, the container with polychrome quillwork overall, floral design on top, signed on base “made by Dela Bedoning (?) West Bay Ont. Excelsior… (?)”, 2-1/2 x 3 in.; together with a Jake Kadik Aleutian kayak, hide covered wooden frame, not apparently signed, 32-1/2 x 6 in., container in good condition overall, no apparent missing quills or breaks of any kind, handling grime overall; kayak with tear through hide at center, another small tear at top, break to wood at rim of cockpit, handling wear overall
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $300 - $500
909
Thompson River Lidded Yarn Basket early 20th century, the sturdy coiled imbricated Salish basket with polychrome exterior decoration on basket and lid, lid with wrapped handle and braided rim, 4-1/4 x 9 in. diameter, decoration worn away in numerous places, no apparent breaks or losses
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $600 - $800
Northwest Coast Painted Cedar Lidded Box late 19th century, possibly Haida or Tlingit, decorated with red and black zoomorphic figures, inlaid cowrie shells on lid, 19 x 14-1/4 x 15 in., the expected wear overall, pigments strong, slight separations at edges, overall handling wear and patination
Provenance: Alaska on Madison, New York, New York; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
910
Zuni Dance Headdress
Zuni Pueblo, late 19th/early 20th century, polychrome wood, with traditional symbolic motifs, 21-3/4 x 5-3/4 in., repaired cracks through center, once repair with glue remnants and earlier stitched repair, unrepaired crack at bottom edge, overall wear commensurate with age and use, one side with paint less vivid
Provenance: Taylor A. Dale Collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
For a similar headdress, see the collection of the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn, New York, 04.297.5204.
911
Large Pictorial Navajo Weaving early/mid 20th century, the large central medallion with bird motifs at both ends, serrated border, natural and dyed wools, 126-1/4 x 68-1/2 in., one end with circular, dark stain and one smaller, lighter stain, some bleed near borders, some wear at selvage, also additional areas of grime and slight staining, one side more faded than the other
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
912
Navajo Pictorial Trading Post Weaving mid 20th century natural and dyed wools with feather and modified foliate motif, 88 x 42-1/2 in., good condition overall, vibrant colors, evidence of wear, area of staining/ accretion especially at one corner
Provenance: C. C. Clemons, Catlettsburg, Kentucky; by descent to Private Collection, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
913
Navajo Transitional Weaving early 20th century, natural and dyed wools, 70-3/4 x 48 in., good condition overall, some overall handling grime, hand sewn to hanging bar, some small areas of staining, accretion, and bleed
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
914
Navajo Regional Trading Post Textile 20th century, natural and dyed wools with checkerboard motif and eye dazzler influence, 52-1/4 x 35 in., vibrant color, areas of slight wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
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Third Phase Style Navajo Weaving early 20th century, woven in the classic third phase style in reds, blues, black, white, and gray, 48 x 62-1/2 in.; together with a small Yei weaving with four figures, feathers, 26-1/8 x 43 in., very good overall condition, slight selvage wear, little to no evidence of moth damage, little to no staining or grime, possible old repair to selvage at one end, also one area of possible repair to red stripe center; the Yei with hanging strip one end, good condition overall
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
916
Yei Navajo Weaving mid 20th century, the Yei figures with bows and arrows, natural and dyed wools, 58-1/8 x 40-1/4 in., overall handling grime especially on one side, scattered small holes, hand sewn to hanging bar
Provenance: Private Collection, Morganton, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $700
917
Haida Wool Button Blanket early/mid 20th century
the blue wool blanket with attached red borders, red cutwork decorated with sewn on shell buttons and sequins in the form of a crab, 34-1/2 x 62-1/4 in.; together with a Navajo trading post weaving, early/mid 20th century, natural and dyed wools, 61 x 34-1/2 in., the button blanket with good overall condition, no apparent losses of any kind, some wear to attached red borders; the Navajo weaving with fading, bleed, moth damage, holes, and staining
Estimate: $500 - $700
918
Navajo Trading Post Weaving Early/Mid 20th Century
Natural and dyed wools, 55-3/4 x 33 in., Good condition overall, small areas of wear, small areas of possible old repair, some small areas of grime, hand stitched to hanging bar
Provenance: Private Collection, Hendersonville, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $700
919
Two Northeastern Birchbark Containers
the first a Woodlands birchbark lidded pictorial container, possibly early 20th century, decorated with waterfowl images, hide handle, 6-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 6-1/4 in.; together with a small birchbark lidded container, possibly Great Lakes, 19th century, the birchbark decorated overall with wooden cutwork, decorated with brass tacks, leather handle on lid, possibly for tobacco or fire starters, 2-1/4 x 4 x 2-1/4 in.; together with a small two handled pottery vessel of unknown origin, 4-3/4 x 4 x 3 in., the first in good overall condition, handling wear commensurate with age, some areas of the expected warping or slight lifting of the surface bark; the second with wear and a small area of loss at rim, lid with leather handle off but present; the pottery vessel with firing clouds, chips at handles and base
Provenance: Property from the John B. Schorsch Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
921
Three Mexican Textiles
20th century, the largest with Mayan motif, 77-1/2 x 39-1/2; the next brightly colored with bird motif, 62-1/2 x 29 in; the smallest with pictorial imagery of birds and bugs, 59 x 21-3/4 in., all with overall handling wear and some grime, all with hanging strip sewn at one end
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
920
Hopi Wicker Basketry Plaque
20th century, polychromed twined plaque, with kachina motif at center, 1-1/2 x 14-1/2 x 14 in., strong color, minimal fading, slight wear at center, areas of slight wear at rim
Provenance: Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $400 - $600
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