An American Panorama: North, South, East and West
501 Margaret J. Patterson
(American, 1867-1950)
North Carolina Landscape with Woodland Flowers, 1919, signed lower left “Margaret Patterson 1919”, illegibly inscribed verso “...1929”, also “North Carolina”, watercolor and gouache on heavy grey paper, 15-1/2 x 18-1/4 in.; oak frame, 18-3/4 x 21-3/4 in., taped onto frame at edges, wear at edges, tear and water stain at right side; frame with minimal wear
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
502 Emmie Mayberry McIntire
(American/South Carolina, 1874-1948)
Wash Day in the Low Country, signed lower right “E McEntire”, watercolor and gouache on paper, 9 x 11 in.; wood frame, 15 x 17 in., color good and bright, paper lightly toned, not examined out of frame; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
503 Alfred Heber Hutty
(American/South Carolina, 1877-1954)
The Ancient Oak, 1932, signed lower right “Alfred Hutty” and snail cypher, drypoint on paper, sight 11-1/2 x 14-1/2 in.; simple gilt wood frame, 19 x 22 in., good clean image, bright paper, not examined out of frame; frame with light wear
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
504 William Aiken Walker
(American/South Carolina, 1838-1921)
The Cottonfield, signed lower left “WA Walker”, oil on academy board, 6-1/4 x 12-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 10-1/2 x 17 x 2 in., condition is very good with original gallery and auction labels, some retouch in area above horizon; frame with some wear
Provenance: Kennedy Galleries, New York, New York; Christies, New York, 25 March, 2015, lot 57; Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
505 Seven Carew Rice Silhouettes (American/South Carolina,1899-1971)
including landscapes, people and and animals, each signed lower right “Carew Rice” dated 1963, 1969, 1971, cut paper, each approximately 8-1/2 x 11 in.; 5 in original black painted wood frames, 2 in modern metal frames, overall very good, all with minor toning; frames with light wear
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
506 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: $2,000 - $3,000
507
Queena Stovall Figural Andirons, (American/Virginia, 1887-1980), a near pair of gilt bronze female figures lifting their dresses, lacking billet bars, larger 17-5/8 x 7-1/8 x 3 in., anomalies as made, surface dirt/ accretion, verdigris
Provenance: Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $800 - $1,200 Likely associated with the painting Fireside in Virginia, see: https://folkartcooperstown. blogspot.com/2010/04/firesidein-virginia-excellent.html
508
MESDA Documented Kentucky Federal Cherry Serpentine Sideboard, Col. E.H. Taylor, Jr. Provenance, late 18th/early 19th century, shaped top, conforming case with frieze drawer over cabinet doors, flanked by two deep cabinets, tapered legs, poplar secondary wood, 37 x 72-1/4 x 23 in., scattered sun fading, top with shrinkages and a section of later veneer and veneer patches, top with later pinning, shrinkage and repair to proper right stile, replaced brasses, one front leg with small patch repair, other wear and imperfections as expected with age and use
Provenance: Estates of Rebecca K. Pruett and John William Pruett, Jr. (brother), Lexington, Kentucky, descendants of distiller Col. E.H`. Taylor, Jr. of Woodford County, founder of the Old Taylor Distillery; Clifton Anderson, Lexington, Kentucky, February 1997, purchased for $11,366.25
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
See MESDA file S-2766: mesda.org/item/object/sideboard/15347/
509
Shenandoah Valley Inlaid Walnut Bookcase Top with Associated Southern Walnut Secretary both elements likely late 18th/early 19th century, bookcase top with distinctive scrolled latticework cornice and applied stylized carving, paneled doors with foliate inlay, shelved interior; associated secretary with slant front door, fitted interior, four graduated drawers, fluted quarter columns, bracket feet, 102 x 45 x 22-1/4 in., please note, this lot is a marriage: secretary has no bed molding was not made to have a top, latticework cornice and upper case carved elements with several restorations and small losses, cabinet doors with some plugged areas, secretary with patched repair to proper left side of top, loss to proper right front foot, other feet with repairs, scattered thin cracks, other general wear and imperfections throughout Provenance: Private Collection, Virginia Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
510
Rare Kentucky Federal Figured Cherry Chest on Frame
Mason County, 1790-1815, rectangular top with banded edge, chamfered fluted stiles, two short drawers over four graduated long drawers, arched base raised on cabriole legs, poplar secondary, 48 x 41 x 21 in., structurally sound and in generally good overall condition, top with minor cracks and gouge marks, two drawers lacking locks, brasses appear to be original, minor repairs to drawer interiors, returns with shrinkage cracks, one foot partially ended out, two feet with toe repairs, other general wear and imperfections from age and use
Provenance: The Friends of Colonial Williamsburg Collections Fund; Property Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, Virginia; all proceeds to benefit the Collections Acquisitions Fund
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
For more on this rare group of Kentucky chests, see Ramsey and Wachs, The Tuttle Muddle: An Investigation of a Kentucky Case-on-Frame Furniture Group.
511
Southern Yellow Pine Step Back Cupboard early 19th century, likely North Carolina, upper case with dentil molded cornice, applied scalloped surround, glazed doors, shelved interior, lower case with paneled doors, brass hinges, bracket feet, 83-1/2 x 53-1/2 x 26-1/2 in., structurally sound, trace amounts of green paint in some areas, scattered surface wear, doors have been reglazed, lower doors with replaced lock plates, minor losses at feet, surface bumps and shrinkages, other wear and imperfections from age and use
Provenance: Estate of the Late Janet M. and Clarence L. Adams, Jr., Raleigh, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
513
512
American Chippendale Walnut Blanket Chest
Southern States or Pennsylvania, late 18th century, interior with lidded till, two dovetailed drawers, original ogee bracket feet, large wrought iron strap hinges, probably original brasses, 25-1/4 x 46 x 17-3/4 in., good condition overall, hinges replaced, small strip at back edge of lid, lacking three foot spurs, other scattered minor wear and repairs
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
514
Southern Federal Figured Cherry Sideboard possibly Tennessee or Kentucky, early 19th century, highly figured cherry with yellow pine and poplar secondary, six dovetail drawers over four cabinet doors, lower doors centering a cellarette drawer, 44-1/2 x 70-1/2 x 27 in., very good condition overall, brasses is replaced, no plugged holes, lower doors formerly fitted with central poles now removed, typical scattered veneer cracks, distress and minor repairs, shrinkage cracks and minor warping to top, other typical scattered flaws consistent with age
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Pair of American Federal “Cotton” Inlaid Side Chairs attributed to coastal Georgia, circa 1800, each mahogany throughout, center back with cotton inlaid patera, mellow old surface, 35 x 20-1/2 x 20 in., each with scattered cracks and repairs to legs at joints with seat rails, frames with some inlay losses, yellow pine slip seats are possibly replacements, extensive wear and distress to upholstery
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $500 - $700
515
Southern Federal Bellflower Inlaid Walnut Chest
early 19th century, the top and sides with line and bellflower inlay centering four dovetailed graduated long drawers with inlaid kite escutcheons, deeply scalloped skirt, poplar and yellow pine secondary, 43-1/2 x 39-3/4 x 18-1/4 in., good integrity overall, brasses replaced, resurfaced, typical breaks and repairs at foot facings, kite escutcheons restored, some patches and repairs to skirts with later blocking
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $500 - $700
517
Shenandoah Valley Late Classical Miniature Chest
516
Randall Family Chippendale Carved Mahogany Open Armchair attributed to Annapolis, Maryland, 1760 to 1770, with pierced splat and scrolled arms, blue damask upholstered slip seat, cabriole legs with pad feet, yellow pine slip seat inscribed “N Randall,” 38-1/4 x 24 -3/4 x 22-1/2 in., front legs formerly with shallow later carving now removed by conservators Steve Leckemby and Allen Buisch of Liberty Town, Maryland; knee returns at front legs restored, small patch at one front toe, other typical cracks including at arm tops and hand grips, other minor surface wear, Provenance: Sumpter Priddy; Private Texas Collection Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
This rare chair is accompanied by extensive notes and discussion from Sumter Priddy. He notes that:
”This exceptional armchair represents one of the most fully developed baroque examples of the form presently recognized from the Chesapeake, and hails from a small group originating in Annapolis, Maryland. The earliest of the group date to the period 1745-1755, and descended through the Brice Family of that city. The sole armchair from the set has four notable features also found here on the Randall chair. These include, first, the distinctive cabriole legs with turned pad feet; secondly, the double though-tenons that reinforce the side rails of the seat where they pierce the rear stiles; third, the undercut seat rails; and fourth, the out-turned, cyma-shaped arms, with subtly-carved scrolls at the front terminus...”
See additional information on the invoice and write-up from Sumpter Priddy.
Virginia, circa 1840, black painted yellow pine, with three drawers and stiles with scrolled attachments, 14-1/2 x 11-3/4 x 9 in., some rubbing and loss to paint at edges, some separations, proper left scrolled attachment slightly loose, later nails
Provenance: Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates, Mt. Crawford, Virginia, November 11, 2017 lot 1425; Descended in the family of Mary Burwell Buck (1913-1981), Mt. Solon, Augusta Co., Virginia; Ex-collection of Rudolph Evers, Bridgewater, Virginia; Private Texas Collection Estimate: $600 - $900
518
Delisle - Carte de la Louisiane et du Cours du Mississipi Guillaume Delisle (1675-1726), Carte de la Louisiane et du Cours du Mississipi, 1718, first state, engraving on laid paper with hand color, sheet 19 x 25-1/2 in., overall with backing 19-5/8 x 26 in.; framed, 24-5/8 x 31 in., hinged in on mat, apparently trimmed to plate line and reinforced with paper backing at margins, some tape and adhesive remnants at top edge recto and verso; frame with light wear and abrasions
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Pritchard & Taliaferro, map 20, pg. 118-122; Cumming, map 70, pg. 212-214
519
Maud Florance Gatewood
(American/North Carolina, 1934-2004)
Spring Rain, 1975, signed “MFG” at top right of field; acrylic on board, 30 x 32 in. modern black frame, 31-1/2 x 33-1/2 in., good clean surface, areas of minor separation along the right edge Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
520
Claude Howell
(American/North Carolina, 1915-1997)
The Checkered Quilt,1963, signed lower right “howell 63”, inscribed verso “By Claude Howell, oil on canvas, 15 x 40 in.; floated in wood frame, 16-1/2 x 41-1/4 in., some crackle and small points of paint loss with retouch in lower right orange and central brown squares, light surface dirt; frame with wear at corners
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
521
Lamar Dodd
(American/Georgia, 1909-1996)
Carlsbad Caverns, not visibly signed, oil on canvas, 41-1/2 x 30 in., modern wood frame, 43 x 31 in., surface is very good; frame with minor abrasions
Provenance: Property from a Private Collection sold to benefit the University of Georgia Foundation
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
522
Lamar Dodd (American/Georgia, 1909-1996) Monhegan Buoys, signed lower right “Lamar Dodd ‘51” watercolor on paper, 22 x 15 in.; modern gild wood frame, 35-1/2 x 28-1/4 in., condition is very good, not examined out of archival framing; frame with light wear Provenance: Property from a Private Collection sold to benefit the University of Georgia Foundation
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
524 Robert
1943-2014)
Florida Marsh, signed lower right “Robert Butler”, oil on canvas, 36 x 48 in.; distressed wood frame, 54-1/2 x 42-1/2 in., light surface dirt, otherwise very good
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
523
Walter Inglis Anderson (American/Louisiana/Mississippi, 1903-1965)
Snake, stamped lower right “W/A”; watercolor on wove paper, 8-1/2 x 11 in. distressed wood frame, 16-1/2 x 15 in., paper lightly toned and wrinkled; tear upper left; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
525 Virginia Fouché Bolton (American/South Carolina, 1929-2004)
Spanish Moss, Lowcountry Swamp, SC, signed lower right, “Fouché”, watercolor on paper, sight 21 x 28 1/2 inches, gilt wood frame, 28-1/2 x 36 in., good bright color, no apparent damage, not examined out of frame; frame with light wear
Estimate: $600 - $900
526
Ann Stewman
(Asheville, North Carolina, 20th/21st century)
Two landscapes, 1980, both signed ”A Stewman”, watercolors on paper, the first: sight 19-1/2 x 13-3/4 in.; simple gold painted frame, 29-1/2 x 23 in.; the second sight 11-1/2 x 8-1/2 in.; silver painted frame, 20 x 16 in., not examined out of archival framing, surfaces very good; frames with light wear
Provenance: Estate of Sara Graham Peacock
Estimate: $200 - $300
528
Dianne Cable Greene
527
Ben Long
(American/North Carolina, born 1945)
Study of a Donkey for the Prodigal Chapel, Montreat, 2001, signed lower left, pencil on paper, 7-1/4 x 10-1/2 in; painted wood frame, 16-1/2 x 19-1/2 in., some smudges and ink spots, not examined out of archival frame; frame with light wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
(American/North Carolina, 1949-2023)
View of Cortona from an Olive Grove, 1984, signed lower right “D. Cable”; 33-1/2 x 39 in.; gilt wood frame 39 x 44-1/2 in., good clean surface; frame with light wear
Provenance: Estate of Sara Graham Peacock
Estimate: $600 - $800
529
Chris Roberts-Antieau, Soft Sculpture
(American, born 1950)
Couple in Bed, 1979, signed and dated to underside, stuffed and sewn fabric, 12 x 14 x 21 in., some loose and pulled threads, loss to gold pigment on bed posts, some slight staining and discoloration
Provenance: Estate of an Eclectic Ann Arbor, Michigan Collector
Estimate: $400 - $600
530 Jimmy Lee Sudduth
(American/Alabama, 1910-2007)
Cityscape, signed “Jim” in upper left and “Jim Sudduth” in lower left, paint and mud on board, 24 x 24 in.; black painted wood frame, 26-1/2 x 26-1/2 x 1-1/2 in., general wear to wood and rough edges, likely as made, slight loss to paint, surface dust
Provenance: Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $700 - $1,000
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531
12 Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Shallow Bowls (Florida, 1926-2018), each signed on base, naturalistic lettuce leaf design, each approximately 2-1/4 x 7-3/4 in. diameter, anomalies as made, some crazing, surface dirt/accretion, some with small chips to rim
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
532
12 Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Small Bowls (Florida, 1926-2018), each with signature on base, naturalistic lettuce leaf design, each approximately 2-1/2 x 5-5/8 in. diameter, anomalies as made, some crazing, six with small chips, mostly at rims; one with glaze anomaly at underside of rim
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
533
12 Small Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Bowls (Florida, 1926-2018), each with signature on base, naturalistic lettuce leaf design, each approximately 2-1/2 x 5-1/2 in. diameter, anomalies as made, some crazing, some surface dirt/accretion, eight with small chips mostly at rims; one with notable chips
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
534
Ten Assorted Dodie Thayer Dishes (Florida, 1926-2018), each of naturalistic form, each signed on base, comprising: four leaf shaped trays, 9-1/8 in.; two hibiscus bowls, 2-5/8 x 6-1/2 in.; lettuceware bowl, inscribed on base “Made for au bon gout by Dodie Thayer”, 2-1/2 x 9-5/8 in. diameter; lettuceware footed bowl in the shape of a fish, 2-1/2 x 9-1/2 in.; leaf shaped undertray, 10 x 6-1/2 in.; small lettuce plate with molded peapod accents, 1-1/4 x 6-1/4 in., anomalies as made, some crazing, some surface dirt/accretion, some small chips; bowl with chipping to rim; undertray with chip to rim; break to one peapod
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
535
19 Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Plates (Florida, 1926-2018), each with signature on base, naturalistic lettuce leaf design, each approximately 8-1/4 in. diameter , anomalies as made, some crazing, some surface dirt/accretion, ten plates with chips to rim
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
536
Nine Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Cups with Saucers (Florida, 1926-2018), each with signature on base, naturalistic lettuce leaf design, comprising: nine cups with twist form handles, of varying size, 3 x 5-1/8 in. to 4-3/8 x 6 in.; nine saucers, each approximately 6-1/4 in. diameter, anomalies as made, some crazing, surface dirt/accretion; each cup with chips, some more notable, largest cup with abrasions to base; one plate unmarked, six plates with minor chips to rim
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
537
13 Pieces of Assorted Dodie Thayer Lettuceware Tableware (Florida, 1926-2018), each of naturalistic form and with signature to bases, comprising: double handled bowl, 3 x 5-3/4 in.; three bowls, two with spoons, 2-3/4 x 4-1/4 in.; salt and pepper shakers, each approximately 3-7/8 x 2-1/4 in.; two small condiment bowls with spoons, 1-1/2 x 2-7/8 in.; five small bud vases, of two sizes and forms, 3-1/8 x 2 in. and 3-1/8 x 2-1/4 in., anomalies as made, some crazing, surface dirt/accretion, some scattered small chips; double handled bowl with chip to body; salt and pepper shakers with some chips, salt with break to foot and significant chipping and loss to base; two smaller bud vases with glue residue possibly related to a repair (see blacklight)
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $600 - $900
538
Two Pieces of Shenandoah Valley Pottery, One Stamped S. Bell & Sons late 19th century, comprising: Strasburg, Virginia, flowerpot with reeded decoration on rim, polychrome glaze, stamped “S. Bell & Sons/Strasburg” partially legible on shoulder, 9 x 7-1/8 in. diameter; handled pitcher in polychrome glaze, 10-1/4 x 8 x 5-3/4 in., firing anomalies, crazing, pinholes, glaze voids, some chipping and wear to bases; pitcher with notable chips to rim
Provenance: Private Texas Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
539
Wrought Iron Folk Art Game Hook probably 19th century, nine hooks hung on central bar, issuing several sections of wrought scrollwork, each surmounted by animal figure, with two wrought iron nails, 23 x 37-1/4 x 3 in., surface dirt, rust, corrosion, and loss, some warping and bent elements, some loose elements Estimate: $600 - $900
540
A Very Fine Large Wrought Iron Folk Art Trivet incised date “1756”, with wrought scrollwork and heart decoration, some incised floral decoration, 5 x 27-3/4 x 15-3/4 in., rust and corrosion, surface dirt and accretion, some slight warping Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
541
A Rare American Adam and Eve Quilt mid 19th century, appliqued and trapunto pictorial cotton quilt with decoration of the story of Adam and Eve, moon phases, and flower within grapevine border, approximately 91-1/4 x 93 in., scattered losses and pulled threads, notably at applied elements, some lifting to applied elements held down with pins, scattered staining and toning, some patches and replaced fabric Provenance: Doyle New York, New York, November 29, 2006 lot 2153 sold for $7,000; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
542 Large Patriotic Patchwork Pennant Quilt American, early 20th century, patchwork quilt comprised of numerous felt and other fabric flags, many representing various US colleges, American flags, etc., mounted on black fabric backing and folding frame, overall 89-1/2 x 57 in., minor fraying, some flaking and losses to lettering on flags, a few picked threads
Provenance: John Sylvia Antiques, Nantucket, Massachusetts
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
544
Fine American Folk Art Painted Sheet Iron Angel Gabriel Weathervane late 19th century, in the form of a winged angel blowing a trumpet with traces of early green paint, set on a modern stand, 23-3/4 in. long with stand, 17-1/4 in. tall, rust and surfaces distress with extensive paint losses consistent with outside use
Provenance: Hill Gallery, Birmingham Michigan
Acquired form the above in 1986
Anne and Gilbert Hudson Estate; Sold Christie’s, January 20, 2023, Lot 493, for $6930; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
543
American Folk Art Mustard Painted Iron Angel Gabriel Weathervane 19th century, sheet Iron, angel figure in fine early surface with early mustard paint over earlier red, traces of gilding, angel depicted blowing his trumpet, together with a modern wall mount, 14 in. long, 18-1/2 in. tall with stand, fine early surface with wear and scattered rust, some losses at rod mount
Provenance: Former collection of Howard A. Feldman; Private New England Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
This weathervane is Illustrated in Robert Bishop, American Folk Sculpture, page 61.
545
Large Folk Art Painted Sheet Metal and Wood Locomotive circa 1930-1940, polychrome decorated in red and green paint, open cab with metal steering wheel, bell, 33-3/4 x 77 x 24 in., surface dirt, flaking and losses to paint, dents and warping, some rust and corrosion
Provenance: Lipsitz Department Store, Beaufort, South Carolina; purchased Alex Raskin Antiques, Savannah, Georgia Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
According to consignor notes, this train was displayed in the window of the Lipsitz Department Store in Beaufort, South Carolina, which operated from 1902-2000.
546
A Horse, 1929, signed “B. Kopman” lower left, titled, dated, and signed verso, oil on canvas, 24 x 20 in.; painted wood frame, 28-1/8 x 23-7/8 in., surface dirt/accretion, canvas detached from frame at upper edge, in need of restretching; frame with chips, bumps, and abrasions
Provenance: Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $500 - $700
547
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (American school, 19th Century)
Two works on paper: Profile Portrait of a Man, attributed to Jacob Maentel, watercolor on paper, 11-1/2 x 7-3/4 in.; giltwood frame, 17 x 13-1/2 in.; together with landscape, pastel on paper, 12-1/2 x 19-1/2; likely original veneered frame, 17-1/2 x 24 -1/2 in., both in poor condition
Provenance: Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $600 - $800
549
Victor Joseph Gatto (American/New York, 1893-1965) Knights, signed in lower right corner “Joseph Gatto”, oil on canvas, 19 x 23-3/4 in.; white painted wood frame, 22-1/8 x 26-7/8 in., some crackle to paint; frame with bumps and abrasions
Provenance: Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
548
Flying-Angel Fraktur
(American/Pennsylvania, 19th Century)
Baptismal Record for Daniel Schaffer, 1805, watercolor on paper 12 1/2 x 15 3/8 in.; period wood frame, 16 x 19 in., toning and foxing; frame with wear and minor losses
Provenance: Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $800 - $1,000
550 Louis Vivin (French, 1861-1936)
Interieur L’Eglise (Church Interior), signed lower left “L.Vivin, oil on canvas, 20 x 24 in.; gilt and carved wood antique frame, 27-1/2 x 31 in., Excellent condition with surface dirt, small accretions, scuffs, and craquelure consistent with age; lovely old frame with worm holes and wear
Provenance: Sidney Janis Gallery, 15 East 57th Street, New York; Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,000
551
Fruit and Bird Theorem (American School, 19th/20th Century)
Urn with Fruit and Yellow bird, watercolor on velvet, 18 x 22 in.; black-painted frame, 21 x 25 in., fabric has darkened with time, possible minor water damage presenting as color loss, stabilized and sewn to modern board backing
Provenance: Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
552
Folk Art Fish Camp (American/Wisconsin, 20th Century)
Hobo Fish Camp, 1906, (located on Hobo Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin) signed lower left “Lou Pitt, 1906”, oil on canvas, 29-1/2 x 34-1/4 in.; wood frame, 34-1/2 x 39-1/2 in., surface cleaned and restored, spots of retouch throughout, including four vertical strips in the sky; linen backed Provenance: Peter Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut; Jeffery Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
553 Tim Rollins & K.O.S. (American, 1955-2017)
From the Animal Farm: Botha, 1984-87, signed, titled, and dated verso, acrylic wash on book pages on linen, 26 x 20 x 1-3/8 in.; unframed, overall good condition
Provenance: Sidney Janis Gallery, New York (label); Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $500 - $700
554
Massachusetts Federal Inlaid Mahogany Writing Table, Sack Provenance circa 1800, top with string inlaid edge, candle slide, frieze drawer, tapered legs, cuffed feet, white pine secondary, 28-1/4 x 30 x 17 in., structurally sound, resurfaced, frieze drawer appears to be rebuilt, candle slide with minor shrinkages, other scattered surface wear and imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Israel Sack, Inc., purchased circa 1988; Bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage; Property deaccessioned by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; all proceeds to benefit The Joseph H. and June S. Hennage Fund
Estimate: $600 - $900
Illustrated in Israel Sack, American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, Vol. III, p. 776
555
A Massachusetts Chippendale Carved Mahogany
Side Chair, Salem area, late 18th century, carved crest and pierced splat, molded rear stiles, leaf carved legs and ball and claw feet with raked talons, over the rail upholstery with brass tacking, 37-1/2 x 21 x 22 in., crest carving deeply abraded, breaks and repairs to splat with associated losses, cracks and infill, break and repair with several patches at one rear stile, other rear stile with later plugged screw, distress at knee returns, wear and abrasion to knees and feet, stains and wear to upholstery
Provenance: Montague Family Collection from Toddsbury, Gloucester County, Virginia
Estimate: $400 - $600
556
Salem Federal Inlaid Mahogany Card Table, Israel Sack Provenance
Massachusetts, circa 1800, attributed to Nehemiah Adams, Salem (per Israel Sack), shaped foldover top, figured mahogany frieze centered by an oval inlaid panel, reeded tapered legs, gate leg, ring turned feet, 29-1/2 x 36 x 17-1/2 in., structurally sound, restored finish, top with one small strip patch at rear corner, minor veneer shrinkages along frieze, some minor joint repair with later adhesive visible from underside of table, other scattered wear as expected with age and use
Provenance: Purchased from Israel Sack, Inc., New York, March 9, 1953 (accompanied by receipt); Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Hofheimer, Norfolk, Virginia; Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
557
Massachusetts Chippendale Mahogany Reverse Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1770, reverse serpentine overhanging top with molded edge, conforming case with four graduated drawers, original reticulated batwing brasses, shaped bracket feet, white pine secondary, 31 x 36 x 21-1/4 in., structurally sound and in good overall condition, top with minor shrinkages, old surface, replaced drawer runners and minor drawer interior repairs, serpentine base with minor repair visible from interior under drawer, feet with replaced glue blocks, one foot missing glue block, one rear foot is likely an old replacement, small filled areas to original feet, scattered abrasions and other imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Purchased from Israel Sack, Inc., circa 1989; Bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage; Property deaccessioned by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; all proceeds to benefit The Joseph H. and June S. Hennage Fund
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Illustrated in Israel Sack, American Antiques From Israel Sack Collection, Vol. III, p. 693.
558
Massachusetts Chippendale Walnut Dressing Table
North Shore, Massachusetts, circa 1760, fine diminutive form with original brass and outstanding surface with molded top and dovetail drawers, bold batwing brasses, fan carved central drawer, scalloped skirt with cabriole legs and pad feet, 30 x 28 case x 18 in., top width 34 in., excellent condition overall condition, stains and minor checking to top, three knee returns restored
Provenance: ex collection Duane Merrill, Williston, Vermont; purchased by Nathan Edgar Merrill, father of Duane Merrill from a family in Wolcott, Vermont, in 1953; by descent in the Merrill family
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
This fine dressing table is distinguished by its exceptional form with narrow waist and dramatic overhang and deeply scalloped skirt. In addition, it survives in outstanding original condition with original brasses and an early surface.
559
American Chippendale Figured Mahogany Slant Front Desk Boston area, late 18th century, fitted interior with central shell drawer, four dovetailed long drawers with original batwing brass, on bracket feet, 44 x 40 x 22 in., good condition overall, two interior drawers replaced, two brass escutcheons replaced, fall board hinges reset (strip at inside edge and minor warping at fall board), original feet and most blocking with some later braces
Provenance: Bequest of Mrs. Ethel B. Hanford; Property Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, Virginia; all proceeds to benefit the Collections Acquisitions Fund Estimate: $800 - $1,200
560
American Federal Mahogany Easy Chair Frame ca. 1790, probably Massachusetts, easy chair or lolling chair with arched crest rail, exposed frame with birch, maple and ash secondary woods, muslin backing, rounded arms, stretcher base, 43 x 27-3/4 x 23-1/4 in., structurally sound, frame with many upholstery tack holes and related wear, later corner blocks and arm braces, legs and stretchers with thin cracks, small nicks and abrasions, later screws at rear leg joints, other general wear expected with age and use
Provenance: Property Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, Virginia; all proceeds to benefit the Collections Acquisitions Fund Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
562
561
Alexander Helwig Wyant (American, 1836-1892)
The Duck Hunter, signed lower left “AH Wyant”, oil on canvas, 6 x 9 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 12-1/2 x 15-1/2 in., original stretchers and canvas, crackle; frame with some wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Beacon Hill Fine Art, New York, NY (label verso); Questroyal Fine Art, New York, NY (label verso)
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
Thomas Clarkson Oliver (Massachusetts, 1827-1893)
Scene Along the Massachusetts Coast, 1875, signed and dated lower left “T Clark Oliver, 1875”, oil on canvas, 12 x 18 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 19-1/2 x 25-3/4 in., strip lined, small areas of retouch near edges, crackle; frame with minimal wear
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
563 Warren Sheppard (New Jersey, 1858-1937)
The Mary Hasbrouck at Sea, signed lower left “Sheppard”, oil on canvas, 24- 1/4 x 36-1/4 in.; dark wood frame, 29 x 41 in., linen lined, scattered small areas of retouch, stabilized crackle; frame with wear
Provenance: Roger King Fine Art, Newport, Rhode Island (label verso)
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
John Frederick Kensett (American, 1816-1872)
Narragansett, circa 1867, unsigned, oil on canvas, 14 x 24 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 22-1/2 x 32-1/4 in., lined, areas of retouch, paper edging showing slightly at edges of liner; frame with areas of tiny losses
Estimate: $70,000 - $90,000
This view of Narragansett Bay, one of Kensett’s favorite scenes, relates to a number of other works by the artist. A very similar scene with the same measurements, albeit one with fully developed genre elements, is in collection of The Seattle Art Museum, (2001.1054). Most recently, a larger version sold at Sotheby’s in New York on September 30, 2020, for $75,600.
565
American or Continental School (19th century)
Four Floral Paintings, each initialed, possibly “I.S.O.”, each also dated, “77” and “79”, and inscribed “Vevey”, watercolor and gouache on grey paper, (3) approximately 10-1/2 x 15 in.; (1) 15 x 8-1/2 in., clean, vivid colors, some surface wear especially at all corners and edges, toning
Provenance: Estate of Richard Bass, Vero Beach, Florida (possibly); Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
1836-1923)
Twilight in New England, circa 1865, signed lower right “E Vedder”, oil on panel, 5-1/4 x 12-1/2 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 13-3/4 x 21 in., areas of retouch; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Mark Borghi Fine Art, New York, NY (label verso); A Private New Jersey Estate
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
567 Thomas Moran (American, 1837-1926)
A Cloudy Day, East Hampton, 1903, signed and dated twice lower right “TMoran 1903”. oil on canvas, 20-1/4 x 30-1/4 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 35 x 44-3/4 in., canvas lined, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with minimal wear Provenance: The artist; Albert Gallatin, New York, acquired from above, 1903; Mrs. James Gallatin, New York, by descent; Stair Galleries, Hudson, New York, April 28, 2018, lot 406; Spanierman Galleries, New York, NY (label verso); Questroyal Fine Art, LLC, New York, New York (label verso); Private Collection, Beverly Hills, California; Private Florida Collection
Estimate: $120,000 - $220,000
Exhibited: The Moran Family Legacy, Guild Hall Museum, East Hampton, New York, October 25, 1997-January 11, 1998.
Literature: Albert Gallatin, The Pursuit of Happiness: The Abstract and Brief Chronicles of the Time (New York: Albert Gallatin, 1950), 203, plate 15. Katherine Cameron, The Moran Family Legacy (Long Island, NY: Guild Hall of East Hampton, 1997), no. 84.
The Gallatin family had a home near Thomas Moran’s East Hampton studio and had a close relationship with the artist. Albert Eugene Gallatin (18811952), began collecting art at age 17, and would become a groundbreaking collector and critic, and eventually a modernist artist in his own right. Gallatin acquired A Cloudy Day, East Hampton from Moran the year it was painted, in 1903, when he was 22 years old.
William
(American, 1828-1898)
Rough Seas Along the Coast, circa 1860, signed with initials lower left “W.M.B.”, New York colourman stamp verso, oil on canvas, 14-1/2 x 12 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, 21-1/2 x 191/2 in., lined, colourman stamp preserved verso, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Rumson, New Jersey
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
1833-1905)
Luminous Seascape, signed lower right “W.T. Richards NA (?)”, oil on canvas, 17 x 37 in.; gilt wood frame liner, 20 x 40 in., lined, retouch scattered throughout; frame with wear
Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000
570 William Trost Richards (American, 1833-1905)
Bouquet Valley in the Adirondacks, circa 1864, signed lower right “W. T. Richards”, inscribed pencil backing verso “August (?) Valley in the Adirondacks”, oil on canvas, 15 x 22 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 21 x 28 in., lined onto new stretchers, original stretchers and backing board preserved and attached verso, probably surface dirt layer; frame with minimal wear and tiny losses to surface
Provenance: Collection of Barbara Novak, New York, NY
Estimate: $44,000 - $60,000
Exhibited: In Search of a National Landscape: William Trost Richards in the Adirondacks, The Adirondack Museum, Blue Mountain Lake, New York, May 24,2002-October 15, 2002, label verso.
Literature: Ferber, Linda S., William Trost Richards, Caroline Mastin Welsh, and Adirondack Museum. 2002. In Search of a National Landscape: William Trost Richards and the Artists’ Adirondacks, 1850-1870. Blue Mountain Lake, N.Y.: Adirondack Museum.cat. no. 25, ill. page 57,
571
William Trost Richards (American, 1833-1905)
Sandhills, Moonrise, signed lower left “Wm T Richards”, titled on old label verso, oil on board, 12 x 24 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 20-1/2 x 32-1/2 in., board with some wear at edges, small scattered areas of retouch; frame with minimal wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Alexander Gallery, New York, NY (label verso); Sotheby’s, New York, NY, May 22, 2008, purchased for $108,000; A Private New Jersey Estate Estimate: $42,000 - $60,000
572
John Frederick Kensett (American, 1816-1872)
Franconia Notch, New Hampshire, 1871, signed with initials lower left “JFK 71”, oil on board, 12-1/4 x 9-3/4 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood frame, laid on Masonite, scattered small areas of retouch, retouch along lower edge where frame abrades; frame with minimal wear
Provenance: Nancy and James Berry Hill (labeled verso); Berry-Hill Galleries, New York NY (labels verso); Brunk Auctions, November 2017, purchased for $24,000; Private Collection, Florida Estimate: $26,000 - $36,000
Exhibited: The Painted Sketch: American Impressions from Nature, 1830-1880, cat. no. 21, traveling exhibition 1998-1999, Dallas Museum of Art, Corcoran Museum of Art, Sterling and Francine Clark Art institute (label verso).
573
Arthur Parton
(American, 1842-1914)
Misty Mountain Lake, signed lower right “A Parton”, oil on canvas, 10 x 15 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood frame, 18 x 23 in., backed with Masonite on top of original stretchers, scattered retouch, stable crackle, surface dirt; frame with small losses to gilding
Provenance: Private Collection, New York, New York; Eldred’s, July 2021, sold for $7,500; Questroyal Fine Art, New York, NY (label verso); Private Collection, Florida
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
574
Attributed to Charles Codman (Maine/Massachusetts, 1800-1842)
Romantic Landscape, unsigned, transcribed Troy, New York colourman stamp verso, oil on canvas, 18 x 24 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 25-1/2 x 31-1/2 in., wax lined, surface dirt, yellowed varnish, area of flaking sky, crackle; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
575
Ferdinand Reichardt
(Danish, New York/California, 1819-1895)
Cold Spring, New York, signed and inscribed lower right “Cold Spring F. Reichardt”, possibly dated indistinctly, oil on canvas, 18 x 28 in.; unframed, original canvas and stretchers, areas of retouch, stretcher marks
Estimate: $28,000 - $38,000
576
American Federal Figured Mahogany Pembroke Table
New England, circa 1815, two shaped drop leaves, single dovetailed drawer, white pine secondary, 28-1/2 x 20-1/2 x 36-1/4 in., very good condition, minor scuffs and finish distress to top other scattered minor flaws
Provenance: Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina
Estimate: $300 - $500
577
Federal Mid Atlantic Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard
early 19th century, possibly Virginia, shaped bowfront top, conforming case fitted with three frieze drawers over cabinet doors, flame birch inlaid panels, tapered legs, 41-1/2 x 61 x 23-1/4 in., top with horizontal crack spanning 3/4 of rear section, top edge with a small molding loss, top with filled areas, scattered shrinkages, bottom board somewhat warped, replaced brasses, other wear and imperfections as expected with age and use
Provenance: Montague Family Collection from Toddsbury, Gloucester County, Virginia
Estimate: $500 - $700
578
Newport Chippendale Figured Mahogany Pier Table, Israel Sack Provenance Goddard Townsend School, Rhode Island, 1775-1790, with solid figured mahogany single board top with fluted edge, serpentine skirts with beaded moldings on stop fluted legs with pierced corner brackets, mahogany blocking, 30-3/4 x 41-3/4 x 21-1/4 in., exceptionally fine condition with no structural repairs, some warping to top and light surface wear and finish distress, one very small chip at a side corner bracket, other very minor, surface flaws consistent with age
Provenance: Estate of Ivor and Anne Massey, sold Christie’s New York, January, 1998, lot 452 for $74,000; Israel Sack, Inc.; bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage; Property deaccessioned by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; all proceeds to benefit The Joseph H. and June S. Hennage Fund Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000
With tall legs and elegant proportion, this fine table is further distinguished by the unusual feature of its serpentine skirt rails. Related Rhode Island tables are listed in the Rhode Island Furniture Archive at Yale and include an example at the Brooklyn Museum. For more on this group see Philip Zea, “The Serpentine Furniture of Colonial Newport”, in Luke Beckerdite, ed, American Furniture, 1999, this example is recorded in the RIFA archives reference 2551. It is also illustrated in Israel Sack, Opportunities in American Antiques, page 26, number P6773.
579
Rhode Island Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest, Sack Provenance circa 1780-1800, molded serpentine top over four graduated drawers with figured mahogany veneer, conforming base, ogee bracket feet, white pine, tulip poplar, and chestnut secondary woods, 35 x 39 x 21-1/2 in., structurally sound and in good overall condition, likely original well-cleaned brasses, old surface with high polish, top drawer with replaced backboard, rear feet with replaced glue blocks, one front foot with minor crack, drawers with small veneer repairs and veneer shrinkages, scattered abrasions and other imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Purchased from Israel Sack, Inc., circa 1986; Bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage; Property deaccessioned by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; all proceeds to benefit The Joseph H. and June S. Hennage Fund Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Illustrated in Israel Sack, American Antiques From Israel Sack Collection Vol. VII, p. 1957. Another closely related example, see Ralph Carpenter, The Arts and Crafts of Newport Rhode Island, p. 62.
Thomas Howard Jr. Attributed Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, Rhode Island, circa 1795-1810, rectangular top with inlaid edge, two banded drawers and one deep drawer flanking two banded cabinet doors, shaped skirt with foliate and urn inlay, square tapered legs, white pine, tulip poplar and chestnut secondary woods, 38 x 45 x 20-1/4 in., in generally good overall condition, structurally sound, drawers are missing locks, brasses and escutcheons replaced, cabinet doors with later inlaid diamond escutcheons, scattered veneer patches, deep drawer secondary boards with rebuilding, other drawers with replaced runners, scattered tiny losses and other imperfections from age and use
Provenance: Property Deaccessioned by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, Williamsburg, Virginia; all proceeds to benefit the Collections Acquisitions Fund
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
A Large Rhode Island Queen Anne Mahogany Tea Table, Sack Provenance 18th century, rectangular top with molded edge, shaped bracketed skirt, tapered legs, pad feet, chestnut secondary, 26 x 39-1/2 x 21 in., structurally sound, top with some thin cracks, one replaced glue block, minor cracks to pad feet, one foot with small pieced repair, resurfaced, other minor wear and imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Israel Sack, Inc., purchased circa 1990; Bequest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Hennage; Property deaccessioned by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; all proceeds to benefit The Joseph H. and June S. Hennage Fund
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
582
Five Piece Gorham Plymouth Sterling Tea Service American, 20th century, urn forms, composite spacers, no monogram, all with marks for Gorham, 69.47 oz. T., including 10 in. coffee pot with matching teapot, creamer with gilt creamer, covered sugar, and waste with gilt interior, gilt interiors with loss, otherwise minor wear, and light scratches
Provenance: Private Collection Fairview, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
583
Gorham Sterling Round Tray American, 1929, shaped round form, monogram, marks for Gorham, “A13626”, 40.86 oz. T., 14 in., scratches and some wear
Provenance: Private Collection Mills River, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $800
584
Set of Repousse Alvin Sterling Flatware American, 20th century, including six 9 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; six 6-1/2 in. salad forks; six 7-1/4 in. forks; six 6 in. teaspoons; two 7 in. solid handle butter knives; 6-5/8 in. tomato server; 4 in. sugar tongs, no monograms, all with marks for Alvin, 27.20 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $500 - $800
585 A Fine American Chippendale Highly Figured Mahogany Drop Leaf Table attributed to New York, 18th century, old mellow surface, highly figured solid mahogany top with two drop leaves, ball and claw feet, maple and poplar secondary, 28-1/4 x 481/4 x 16-1/4 in., opens to 49-1/2 in., excellent condition overall, old surface with rich color, one corner loss at rule joint, one side with very slight fading, typical stains and wear to top and legs
Provenance: Private Collection, Doylestown, Pennsylvania Estimate: $800 - $1,200
586
Fine Pair of New York Chippendale Mahogany Side Chairs
circa 1770, serpentine acanthine carved crest rail, vasiform splat centered by a carved tassel and pierced trefoil, period slip seats, foliate cabriole legs, tall ball and claw feet, one chair with later placard reading “Mary Livingston Duane”, 38 x 23 x 19 in., both chairs structurally sound and in generally good condition, resurfaced, one chair with repaired stile, minor patches at stile and seat rail joints, one rear leg with crack, other chair with dowel added to one front leg joint, slip seats with later screws, recent Chinoiserie upholstery in good condition, other minor wear and imperfections from age and use
Provenance: A Private New Jersey Estate Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
587
A Fine New York Federal Inlaid Figured Mahogany Serpentine Sideboard 1790-1810, serpentine form in figured mahogany, elaborate inlay with quarter fans and husks, inlaid shield escutcheons, single dovetailed drawer and three cabinet doors, eagle decorated brasses, 40-1/2 x 75 x 30 in., brasses are replacements, good integrity with typical scattered veneer and inlay cracks and repairs, some distress and repair at center of top drawer with area of infill
Provenance: According to consignor notes, purchased Sotheby’s New York, October 10 1986 lot 207 for $14,500; Private Collection
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
588
A Fine Pair Sheraton Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, Israel Sack Provenance attributed to New York, circa 1800, each with finely carved back and reeded tapered legs on spade feet, ash seat rails, each 36-1/4 x 19 x 18-1/2 in., very good condition overall, one chair with some sun fading at back, slight color variation, other with typical minor bumps in wear, silk upholstery with wear and one tear
Provenance: one chair purchased from Israel Sack, October, 1999 and accompanied by copy of receipt; second chair purchased at James Julia Auctions, August 2000; Private Texas Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
589
Revere Style Sterling Bowl and Water Pitcher
American, 20th century, footed round bowl, monogram, marks for Fisher, “Paul Revere/1768”, “240”, 5-1/2 x 10-1/4 in.; pitcher with shaped size, monogram, marks for Reed & Barton, “Paul Revere Reproduction”, “X754”, 6-1/2 x 7 x 4-3/4 in., 40.6 oz. T. total weight, pitcher with two dents, both with light scratches and small dents
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
590
Towle Sterling Water Pitcher
American, 20th century, urn form body, scroll handle, no monogram, marks for Towle, “903”, 20.04 oz. T., 9-1/2 in., light scratches and minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $400 - $800
591
International Wedgwood Sterling Flatware, 45 pieces American, 20th century, including eight 9 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blunt blades; eight 7-1/4 in. forks; eight 6-1/4 in. salad forks; twelve 6 in. teaspoons; 5-7/8 in. teaspoon; six 5-3/4 in. solid handle spreaders, no monograms, all with marks for International, 37.7 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with wooden case, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
592 William Michael Harnett (American, 1848-1892)
Mynheer’s Lunch, 1879, signed and dated lower left “WMHarnett 1879”, oil on canvas, 12-1/2 x 10-1/2 in.; period gilt wood frame, 19 x 17 in., lined, areas of retouch
Provenance: Colonel George G. Briggs, Grand Rapids, Michigan; Frances W. Wilson, Garden City, Long Island; Sotheby’s New York: 25 October 1973; lot 47; Ambassador and Mrs. J. William Middendorf II, New York (label verso); Kennedy Galleries, New York; Christie’s New York: 31 May 1985; lot 92 (titled Still life with pipe, mug and newspaper); Mr. Jerome Margulis; Sidney Janis Gallery, New York, by 1997; Maria and Conrad Janis Estate, as of 2002; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
Literature: Frankenstein, Alfred Victor, “William Michael Harnett: A Critical Catalogue” in Frankenstein Alfred. 2023. After the Hunt : William Harnett and Other American Still Life Painters 1870-1900. Berkeley: University of California Press,168; no. 31A (listed; titled Herald); Doreen Bolger, Marc Simpson, John Wilmerding, Amon Carter Museum of Western Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York N.Y.) and Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. 1992. William M. Harnett. Fort Worth New York: Amon Carter Museum; Metropolitan Museum of Art: H.N. Abrams.97 (mentioned).
593
Carducius Plantagenet Ream (American, 1837-1917)
Still life with Peaches and Grapes, signed lower right “C.P. Ream”, oil on canvas, 121/4 x 16-1/4 in.; fine gilt wood frame, 16-1/2 x 20-1/2 in., oil on canvas mounted on aluminum, small repairs at upper edge, areas of retouch; frame with minimal wear
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
594
Levi Wells Prentice (American, 1851-1935)
Basket of Peaches, signed lower right “L.W. Prentice”, oil on canvas, 12 x 18 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood and composition frame, 17 x 23 in., original stretchers and canvas, scattered retouch; frame with very minimal wear
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
595
Samuel Marsden Brooks (California, 1816-1892)
The Fresh Catch, signed lower left “Brookes”, oil on board, 6-3/4 x 8-3/4 in.; reproduction gilt wood frame, 11-1/4 x 13-1/4 in., laid on board, glued to cardboard, scattered tiny areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
596
An Arrangement of Fruit, 1901, signed and dated lower right “R.S. Dunning 1901”, also signed and dated canvas verso, oil on canvas, 11-1/4 x 14-1/4 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 19-1/2 x 22-1/2 in., original canvas and stretchers, tiny areas of retouch, some crackle, stretcher marks right side; frame with wear, small repairs commensurate with age
Provenance: gift from the artist to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Richardson, Hull, Massachusetts, 1901; William and Linda Vitale, Gloucester, Massachusetts
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Exhibited: Fruits of Summer; Nineteenth Century American Still Life, Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, June 6-September 7, 2009, label verso.
597
A Fine Maryland Historic Philadelphia Chippendale Camelback Sofa Pennsylvania, circa 1780, deeply shaped back with scrolled arms, mahogany Marlboro legs with stretchers, 36 x 93 x 30 in., visible frame in good condition, patch and repair at back of one of center rear leg, typical bumps and wear at front legs, formerly fitted with casters, now removed, modern upholstery with scattered light wear and fading, frame not examined under upholstery
Provenance: Bought at auction in the early 1800’s by Dr. Philip Syng Physick, for his Maryland home, ‘Octorara’, To his granddaughter, Mrs. Philip S. P. Conner; To her son, Edward Conner; who sold his share of the house and furniture to his sister, Mrs. Arthur (Camilla) Hale; To her granddaughter, Elsa Noble; To her cousin, Edward Conner. Ginsburg and Levy, New York; A Private New Jersey Estate Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Reference: For more on the Maryland history, see ‘The House Of Dr. Philip Syng Physick’ in Antiques Magazine, April, 1968, page 464.
598
Pennsylvania Federal Figured Mahogany Tall Case Clock by David Weatherly, circa 1815, arched painted dial with moon phase, seconds sweep, and date aperture, brass eight day movement, waisted case with highly figured mahogany veneers, with three weights, pendulum, and winder, 101 x 20 x 10-1/2 in., pediment, finials, and feet restored; veneer distress with cracks and patches at pediment, shrinkage crack at base panel, some slight sun fading, dial paint generally good with scattered light flaking, even craquelure
Provenance: Private Collection, South Carolina Estimate: $700 - $1,000
599 A Fine American Federal Figured Mahogany Etagere possibly Philadelphia, 1800-1810, highly figured mahogany throughout two dovetailed drawers, with poplar and white pine secondary, 51 x 30 x 14 in., excellent condition overall, some minor losses at foot turnings, cracks and possible small patch at front corners of top shelf, probably original brass
Provenance: A Private New Jersey Estate Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800
Chippendale
18th century, retains original John Elliott of Philadelphia paper label, shaped and scrolled crest and pendant, molded surround, 56 x 26-1/2 x 1-1/8 in., scattered bumps and abrasions to frame, some smudging and surface dirt to mirror, mirror plate not removed for examination
Provenance: Private Texas Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
601 American Chippendale Figured Maple Tall Chest mid to late 18th century, Pennsylvania or Southern, configuration of five short drawers over five graduated long drawers, spurred dovetailed bracketed base, yellow pine and other mixed secondary woods, possibly original batwing brasses, 62-3/4 x 41 x 22-1/4 in., structurally sound, minor separation at one front corner of cornice, three drawers with repaired corners, some drawers with missing lock plates, small losses to drawer lips, rear return corners with strip patches, scattered minor cracks and shrinkages, surface abrasions and other wear expected with age and use
Provenance: Estate of Jan Williams, Marietta, Georgia
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
602
Bucks County Pennsylvania Chippendale Cherry Tall Case Clock, Benjamin Morris, late 18th century, painted dial with moon phase and seconds sweep, date aperture, painted spandrels, engraved brass medallion “BM”, eight day brass movement, set in a highly figured cherry waisted case with fluted quarter columns, carved and scrolled pediment with artichoke central finial, pendulum and two weights, 99-1/2 in., dial paint good overall with scattered crackle and some light flaking, calendar wheel repainted, largely original feet with some breaks and repairs at facings, probably original finials, typical shrinkage cracks, scattered wear and abrasions consistent with age and use
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
603
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Three Piece Coffee Set American, 1907-1947, urn forms with reeded borders, wooden handles, monograms, all with marks for Tiffany & Co., 29.32 oz. T. gross weight, 9-1/5 in. coffee pot with matching open sugar and creamer, SS# engraved on bases, coffee port with repair at hinge, light scratches, and some wear
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $600 - $900
604
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Teapot American, 1907-1947, possibly St. Dunstan pattern, oval with foliate decoration terminating into feet, wooden handle and finial, no monogram, marks for Tiffany & Co., “16631...2096”, 22.10 oz. T. gross weight, 4-1/2 x 10-1/2 x 4-3/4 in., some polishing abrasion, scratches, and wear
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $400 - $600
605
35.89 oz. T., 4-3/4 x 9-1/2 in., light scratches and minor wear
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
606
An American Sheraton Tiger Maple Four Drawer Chest probably Pennsylvania, circa 1820, cherry and highly figured maple, four graduated dovetailed drawers with poplar secondary on turned feet, 42-1/2 x 43 x 21 in., very good condition and ready for use, scattered wear Provenance: Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina Estimate: $400 - $700
608
Chippendale Mahogany Pie Crust Candle Stand 18th century, figured mahogany pie crust top tilting on a baluster turned tripod stand with slipper feet, 28-3/4 x 21-3/4 x 21 in., battens replaced and top possibly associated, repairs to the platform top, break and repair at one ankle, surface distress and color variation to stand, heavy tape residue at underside of top, top with some typical edge repairs
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $400 - $600
607
Two American Classical Paint Decorated “Fancy” Chairs early 19th century, in old painted surface with gilt and floral decoration, caned seats with gadrooned decoration, baluster turned legs, shaped stretcher, armchair 32 x 21 x 21 in.; side chair 33 x 18 x 19 in., structurally sound, old painted surface is worn and appears to be later with earlier blue paint showing through in areas of loss, caning in sound condition, scattered minor filled areas and small losses, minor cracks, other imperfections from age and use
Provenance: Per consignor notes, purchased from Marshall Goodman and Robert Crawford; Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $400 - $600
609
An Unusual Large Chippendale Mahogany Open Armchair possibly American, 18th century, large form with pierced splat cabriole legs and pad feet, oak and pine secondary, 42-1/2 x 29 x 21-1/2 in., restorations and repairs, rear legs are spliced, possible restorations at front legs and splat, slip seat replaced Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
611
610
Whiting Sterling Loving Cup
American, early 20th century, round, three handles, scroll and wave decoration, two monograms, marks for Whiting, 28.23 oz. T., 7-7/8 x 8-3/4 x 8-3/4 in., dents, light scratches, and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $600 - $1,000
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
612
International Sterling Flatware, 67 Pieces American, 20th century including eight 10 in. hollow handle knives, silver plate blades, (damage); eleven 9 in. hollow handle knives, silver plate blades; four 7-3/8 in. forks (two with tine bent); six 6-3/4 in. forks; three 6 in. teaspoons; seven 5 in. round soup spoons (three with bent handles); twelve 7 in. oval soup spoons; twelve 5-5/8 in. ice cream spoons; 7-1/2 in. solid handle butter knife; 6-1/2 in. olive spoon; 5-3/4 in. olive fork; 6 in. sugar spoon, all with ”H” monogram, marks for International, 58.38 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces, knife blades with damage and corrosion, knife handles with some dents and damage, some forks with tines bent, three spoons with bent handles, some spots of heavy tarnish and pitting Provenance: Private Collection Mills River, North Carolina Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
614
Joseph Stella (Italian, America, 1877-1946)
Still Life with Sugar Bowl, unsigned, stamped canvas verso and stretcher, oil on canvas, 12 x 10 in.; gilt wood frame, 16-1/4 x 14-1/4 in., lined; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Estate of the Artist (stamped verso); N/A Estimate: $800 - $1,200
615
Monumental Wolf Kahn Painting (German/America, 1927-2020)
Summer House, Vermont, signed lower left “W. Kahn”, oil on canvas, 52 x 70 in.; gilt wood float frame, 53-1/4 x 71-1/4 in., excellent overall condition; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Meredith Long Gallery, Houston, Texas, 1972 (label verso); Private Collection
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
616
New Hope School Landscape (American, early/mid 20th century)
The Old Tree, Summer, unsigned, oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in.; period carved silver finished wood frame, 35-1/2 x 30-1/2 in., original stretchers and canvas; frame with wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Newman Galleries, Philadelphia (label verso)
Estimate: $30,000 - $40,000
617
Soren Emil Carlsen (Danish/America, 1853-1932)
619
James Hayward
(American/California, born 1943)
Chrysanthemums, 1898, signed lower left “Emil Carlsen”, inscribed canvas verso “Chrysanthemums/Emil Carlsen/London 98”, oil on canvas, 24 x 20 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame 35-3/4 x 31-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Estate of Ketil Carlsen, the artist’s nephew; John Carlsen, a grand-nephew of the artist, 1945; by descent in the family
Estimate: $30,000 - $40,000
618
John Yerger (American, born 1935)
Homage to John William Godward, 2009, signed lower left “John Yerger ‘09”, also signed and dated verso, oil on panel, 12 x 9 in.; gilt wood frame, 16 x 13 in., painting with areas of slight surface wear; frame with tiny losses to surface
Provenance: Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Automatic Painting Grey #13, 1976, signed verso “James Hayward”, acrylic on canvas 33 x 33 in.; unframed, surface is excellent
Provenance: Maria and Conrad Janis Estate; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
620 Hickman (American, 20th Century)
Three Musicians, 1963, signed lower right “Hickman”, oil on canvas, 34 x 48 in.; wood frame, 34-3/4 x 48-7/8 x 1-3/8 in., minor surface abrasions, small pinpoints of loss; frame with some wear
Provenance: The Laura Davidson Sears Gallery of Fine Art, Elgin Academy, Elgin, Illinois
Estimate: $600 - $800
623
Joseph Stella (Italian/America, 1877-1946)
621
Edith Varian Cockcroft (New York, 1881-1962)
Pig Market, Brittany, 1910, signed lower left “Cockcroft”, estate stamp verso, oil on canvas, 30 x 39 in.; gilt wood frame, 38 x 47 in., lined, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Estate of the artist; Vose Galleries, Boston, Massachusetts (label verso)
Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000
Exhibited: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 1910; St. Louis City Art Museum; Albright Art Gallery, Buffalo, New York; National Academy of Design, New York, 1912-13.
Woman in a Shawl, signed verso “Painted by Joseph Stella”, oil on canvas, 32 x 25-1/2 in.; unframed, original canvas and stretchers, loose at edges, slight overall surface wear and abrasions, tiny fleck of paint loss at shoulder
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
624
Agnes Millen Richmond (American, 1870-1964)
Young Lady Sketching, 1907, signed lower right “Agnes Richmond”, inscribed on verso prior to conservation “Agnes Richmond 1907”, oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches; reproduction gilt wood frame, 23-1/2 x 27-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch; frame with scattered losses to gilding
Provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
1864-1941)
Two Nymph Bathers, 1917, signed lower right “Eilshemius”, oil on board, 52 x 39-1/2 in.; modern gilt wood frame, 47 x 59 in., surface is very good; frame with light wear
Provenance: Sidney Janis Gallery, 15 East 57th Street, New York; Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
626
627
Louis Michel Eilshemius (American, 1870-1964)
Dispare, 1915, signed lower left “Eilshemius”, oil on Masonite, 20-1/4 x 30-1/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 26 x 36 in., yellowed varnish; frame with wear and surface losses
Provenance: Sidney Janis Gallery, New York, NY (label verso); Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Two Nymphs in Sunburst, 1921, signed lower left “Eilshemius”, dated lower right “1921”, oil on (presumably) a sheet of music laid on board, 9 x 11-1/2 in.; gilt wood frame, 14-1/2 x 17-1/4 in., musical staves showing through, as made, scattered areas of retouch; frame with minimal wear
Provenance: Sidney Janis Gallery, New York, NY (label verso); Property sold to benefit the American Folk Art Museum
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
628
A Framed Pennsylvania Scherenschnitte 19th century, ink cutout on cream paper, signed in the center “Thomas Ansell”, intricate design of figures, animals, foliage, and birds, sight 7-3/8 x 10 in.; painted wood frame, 9-3/4 x 12-1/4 in., toning and foxing, small losses and lifting to cutout design, stains to both upper corners; frame with rubbing and abrasions, a few scattered bumps
Provenance: A Private New Jersey Estate
Estimate: $600 - $900
629
Fine Cornelius and Baker Patinated Bronze Six Light Chandelier 19th century, central column support with foliate decoration and three putto carrying various fruits and fish, issuing six foliate scrolled arms, wired for electricity, 53 x 35 in. diameter, surface dust, scattered losses to gilding, some arms loose, one arm broken off but retained, scattered scratches and areas of discoloration to bronze, break and loss to one leaf tip
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
630
Five Piece Prelude International Sterling Tea Service with Silver Plate Tray American, 20th century, pear forms with floral border, black composite spacers, no monograms, all with marks for International, 77.20 oz. T., including 11-3/4 in. coffee pot with matching teapot, covered sugar, creamer and waste; with two handle silver plate tray, marks for International, 27 in., silver with light scratches and minor wear; tray with scratches and minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Weaverville, North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
631
Five Danbury Mint Boston Gilt Sterling Tea Party Plates American, 20th century, round collectors plates including: ”The Boston Tea Party - 1773”; ”Paul Revere’s Ride - 1775”; ”Washington at Valley Forge - 1777”; ”Declaration of Independence - 1776”; ”First Continental Congress - 1774”, applied label on back with marks for The Danbury Mint and numbered, 38.67 oz. T., 8 in., minor wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $700 - $1,000
632
Two Revere Style Sterling Bowls American, 20th century, both round, both with marks for International, ”Paul Revere/Reproduction”, one “D260”, 4 x 7-1/2 in., and one “D261”, 4-1/2 x 9 in., 43.01 oz. T., both with light scratches and minor wear
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
633
A Pennsylvania William and Mary Style Walnut and Partly Ebonized Dressing
Table, some period elements, three dovetailed drawers with oak and poplar secondary, turned legs with stretchers, 29-1/2 x 20-1/4 in., reconfigured with some early elements, top legs and stretchers replaced, brasses replaced, other repairs and reconfiguring
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $500 - $800
634
American Rococo Rosewood Etagere Cabinet
mid 19th century, surmounted by a shelved superstructure with mirrored back and scrolled supports, chamfered marble top, two frieze drawers, one drawer with faint illegible stamp, mirrored lower doors, shelved interior, stiles with applied turnings, serpentine bracketed base, 65-1/2 x 39-1/2 x 19-1/4 in., structurally sound, minor repairs to superstructure, marble top with discolorations, replaced mirror plates, small molding and veneer repairs to cabinet doors, minor carving repairs and small alterations to base, scattered wear and imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Purchased from Sumpter Priddy III, Alexandria, Virginia (interior door with label); Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
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635
New England Chippendale Style Maple Chest on Chest
19th century, ogee cornice, dovetailed upper and lower case each with four graduated drawers, spurred bracketed base, 78 x 40 x 20 in., structurally sound, minor repairs and later pinning to cornice, minor restored cracks to bed molding, small losses to drawer lips, one front foot with minor cracks, other scattered wear and imperfections expected with age and use
Provenance: Estate of Jan Williams, Marietta, Georgia Estimate: $800 - $1,200
636
Pair of American Late Classical Mahogany and Marble Top Pier Tables, circa 18401850, probably New York, made for the Southern market, shaped Egyptian marble top, scrolled frieze centered by a shell medallion, heavily scrolled supports, mirrored back, shaped plinth, scrolled feet, both with metal plaques labeled “Lawrence Thompson, April 20, 1848”, accompanied by a framed purchase receipt from 1848, 35 x 43 x 18-1/4 in., both tables structurally sound, one marble top with restorations, marble tops are likely original with abrasions and minor discolorations, mahogany is sun faded, replaced mirror plates, scattered veneer shrinkages and repairs, one table lacking backing over mirror plate, one table with loss above rear left foot, other small losses and general wear as expected with age and use
Provenance: Lawrence Thompson, New Orleans, 1848 (see period receipt); Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
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637
Signed J. & J.W. Meeks Late Classical Mahogany Secretary Bookcase New York, mid 19th century, stamped “J. & J.W. Meeks Makers / No. 11 Vesey St / New York”, floating plinth cornice, glass panel doors with shelved bird’s eye maple lined interior, cylinder door secretary with fitted interior, leather writing surface with easel, paneled cabinet doors, scrolled bracket feet, 93-1/2 x 48-3/4 x 221/2 in., structurally sound, cornice rebuilt with later elements, small hole in lower backboard, secretary drawer with shrinkage cracks, replaced leather writing surface with minor wear, lower cabinet interior with old paper liner, one scroll on base is replaced, small repairs at base, other wear and imperfections from age and use
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
638
Watson Four Piece Sterling Tea Service
American, 20th century, paneled urn forms with foliate decoration, ivory spacers, monograms, marks for Watson, 51.75 oz. T., including 9-3/4 in. coffee pot with matching teapot, covered sugar and creamer, creamer with repair on base and foot bent, dents, and wear
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
◉This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.
639
Howard
Provenance:
Estimate:
monogram, marks
640
Alvin Chased Romantique Sterling Flatware, 55 Pieces American, 20th century, including eight 9 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; eight 7-1/4 in. forks; eight 6-1/2 in. salad forks; eight 6 in. teaspoons; eight 6-3/4 in. oval soup spoons; eight 5-5/8 in. solid handle spreaders; 7-1/8 in. solid handle butter knife; 6 in. sugar spoon; 6 in. sugar shovel, no monogram, all with marks for Alvin; with six 7-1/2 in. sterling ice tea spoons and 8 in. Gorham Chantilly hollow handle letter opener, 53.3 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with pasteboard case, average wear
Provenance: Private Collection North Carolina Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
641
Frank Smith Wood Lily Sterling Flatware, 182 Pieces American, mid 20th century including twelve 9-1/2 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; eleven 6-1/4 in. hollow handle spreaders, stainless blades; eight 8-1/4 in. forks; nine 7-1/2 in. forks; thirteen 6-3/4 in. forks; thirteen 5-3/4 in. cocktail forks; twelve 6-1/4 in. ice cream forks; forty 6-3/8 in. teaspoons; twelve 6-3/4 in. round soup spoons; twelve 4-1/4 in. demitasse spoons; eleven 7-1/4 in. ice tea spoons; two 7-1/2 in. large tine serving forks; 10 in. cocktail stirrer; 8-1/4 in. serving fork; 5-1/4 in. bon bon; two 7-1/2 in. ladles; 8-1/4 in. serving spoon; 8-1/4 in. large bowl serving spoon; 7-3/4 in. cheese server; 8-1/4 in. tomato server; 11-1/4 in. rice/stuffing spoon; 6-1/4 in. ladle; 6-3/4 in. jelly server; three large bowl salad fork; two 8-5/8 in. large bowl salad spoon; two 9-1/2 in. pie server; 9 in. two tine serving fork; large hollow handle carving sets; small hollow handle carving sets; two 6-1/2 in. sugar, no monograms, all with marks for Frank Smith Silver Co., 194.20 oz. T. excluding hollow pieces , average wear
Provenance: Economos Works of Art, Santa Fe, 2003; Private Collection, New York Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
642
Gorham Medici (New) Sterling Flatware, 52 Pieces
American, 20th century, including nine 9 in. hollow handle knives, stainless blades; eleven 7-1/2 in. forks; eleven 6-3/4 in. salad forks; fourteen 6 in. teaspoons; two 8-1/2 in. cold meat fork; 6-1/2 in. oval soup spoon; two 6-3/4 in. hollow handle master butter knives; two 6-1/4 in. hollow handle spreaders, no monograms, all with marks for Gorham, 64.12 oz. T. excluding hollow handle pieces; with wooden case, average wear
Provenance: The Life Collection of Sara Graham Peacock
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
643
Portrait of George Washington, after Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), signed and dated lower left “F. Meade 1869 Phila”, oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 41-1/2 x 36-1/2 in., lined onto original stretchers, areas of retouch, stabilized crackle; frame with minimal wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Collection of Louis P. Bahner, Pelham Manor, NY; Private Collection, Greenwich, Connecticut
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
644
Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze (German, America, 1816-1868)
Stephen Austin Crossing into Texas--Two O’clock and No Water, signed and dated lower right “E. Leutze 1857”, oil on canvas, 24 x 41-1/2 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 35-1/2 x 51-1/2 in., painting conserved by Stella Art Conservation, West Palm Beach, Florida, 2019. Treatment report available online.
Provenance: The artist, 1857; A Valuable Collection of Oil Paintings Comprising the most Recent and Important Works of E. Leutze, Esq., Derby Fine Arts Institute, D.W. Ives &; Co., Edward Sintzenich, Auctioneer. May 7, 1863, lot 24; Unidentified collection, probably New York; Marshall O. Roberts, New York (probably) by 1864; Hudson House Antiques, Funkstown, Maryland circa 2000; Charles Samuela Kurtz, Maryland; By descent in the Kurtz family; Private Collection, Washington, D.C.
Estimate: $80,000 - $120,000
This important work by Emanuel Leutze is thought to be the earliest known painting relating to the founding of the State of Texas. It depicts a Mexican soldier on horseback leading a train of Anglo-American emigrants, and represents the colonization of Mexican territory by Anglo-Americans during the 1820s. It is also highly likely that the subject on horseback at the far left of the canvas represents Texas empresario Stephen Austin, as he accompanies the emigrants into Tejas. This painting relates to a decorative plan Leutze proposed for the U.S. Capitol building of which Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way, hanging in the grand staircase on the House of Representative side of the Capitol is the lone realized version.
Emanuel Leutze is widely considered the preeminent painter of American History. His dramatic rendering of Washington Crossing the Delaware, is an iconic image known the world over, and a version of it recently sold for over $45,000,000 at public auction.
Literature: Artist’s Fund Society of New York, Catalogue of The Fifth Annual Sale of Paintings, at the Galleries, No. 625 Broadway, New York. 1864-1865; Emmanuel Leutze, 1816-1868, Freedom is the only King, Barbara S. Groseclose, Smithsonian Institution Press Washington, D.C. 1976.
For details and additional research into the subject and history of this painting, see the accompanying information.
645
Attributed to Gilbert Stuart (American/England/Ireland, 1755-1828)
Portrait of a Woman in Feathered Hat, inscribed verso “Emily Stotherd”, circa 1780-1790, oil on canvas, 20-1/4 x 16-7/8 in. (50.8 x 40.64 cm.); modern gilt wood frame, 26-1/2 x 231/4 x 1-1/2 in., lined, retouch, crackle; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Livingston Family Estate, sold by their executors at Megaw & Hogg Auctions, Adelaide, South Australia, March 1-April 14, 1992, Lot 84; Offered Sotheby’s London, November 10, 1993 lot 178, as by Gilbert Stuart of Georgiana, Duchess of Devon; Private Estate Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
This portrait has been considered by some as an unfinished portrait possibly executed by Gilbert Stuart during the period between 1775 and 1793 when he was in England and Ireland.
John Livingston I (1846-1886) immigrated from Scotland to South Australia where the family played a prominent part in politics.
646
American School, Abraham Lincoln (19th century)
Portrait of Abraham Lincoln, unsigned, oil on canvas, 50 x 40 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, 59 x 49-1/4 in., strip lined, original canvas and stretchers, surface dirt layer, retouch throughout, crackle
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
648
Attributed to Charles Peale Polk (Maryland/Pennsylvania, 1767-1822)
Portrait of a Colonial Lady, unsigned, oil on canvas, 26-1/4 x 221/4 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 29-1/4 x 25-1/2 in., wax lined, acrylic backed, stabilized crackle, retouch; frame with wear commensurate with age, losses, old repairs
Conserved by Cumberland Art Conservation, Nashville, Tennessee, 1988. Treatment label attached verso.
Provenance: Property of a Southern Museum sold to benefit the Acquisition Fund Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
Extensive correspondence regarding the attribution of this work to Charles Peale Polk accompanies this lot.
647
American School (American, 1756-1843)
Lady Mary Alexander (Mrs. Robert) Watts, unsigned, oil on canvas, 36-1/4 x 28 in.; fine period carved wood frame, 45 x 37-1/4 in., lined, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch; frame with wear, repaired and un-repaired losses
Provenance: Collection of Ben Schecter and George Barimo, Athens, New York
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Lineage detailed on label verso: “John Trumbull/Mary Alexander Watts (Mrs. Robt. Watts)/Daughter of Sarah Livingston & Lord Stirling, Major General Revolutionary Army and friend of George Washington/ Lord Stirling, inherited title, Earl of Stirling from English Uncle (Only heir).”
649
Leroy Ireland after Charles Willson Peale (American, 1889-1970)
General George Washington, signed canvas verso “Gen. Geo Washington/after the authentic portrait by/CW Peale/LeRoy Ireland/pinxit Phila”, oil on canvas, 25 x 20 in.; original period gilt wood and composition frame with oval spandrel, 30-1/2 x 25-1/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, scratch/puncture center left; overall crackle type fluorescence, possibly from a consolidating application; small areas of retouch, dust and dirt under spandrel area; frame with gold overpaint
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection Estimate: $700 - $900
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651
Glenna Goodacre Bronze Relief (New Mexico/Texas, 1939-2020)
650
Glenna Goodacre Bronze Relief (New Mexico/Texas, 1939-2020)
Young Native American Boy, 1995, edition 36/50, signed lower right “G. Goodacre” and dated, patinated bronze, 11-1/2 x 10 x 1 in., good condition Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Sacagawea (Study),1990, edition 46/100, signed lower right “G. Goodacre” and dated, patinated bronze, 7-3/4 x 8 in.; mounted within wood shadowbox frame, 11-1/2 x 111/2 x 2 in., good condition; frame with minor abrasion to edge
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Glenna Goodacre designed the US Dollar coin featuring the portrait of Sacagawea in 2000.
652
Edith Barretto Parsons, Turtle Baby Fountain (New York, 1878-1956)
inscribed on base “Edith Barretto Parsons”, marked “EGF 10,” and “1980”, posthumous cast authorized by Edith Gilman French, Tallix Foundry, with stamp, incised underside “#1,” patinated bronze, 33 x 14-3/4 x 8-1/2 in., dark brown patina with spotting of verdigris corrosion, bent fountain tube, casting flaw on forehead
Provenance: Private Collection, C`harlotte, North Carolina
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
There was a period in which Edith Parsons’ fountains such as Turtle Baby were in great demand. The artist’s family recast these and numbered them typically with Roman numerals. Records indicate that this fountain was cast in 1980.
653
Edith Barretto Parsons, Frog Baby Fountain (New York, 1878-1956)
signed in base “E. Parsons”, posthumous cast, with foundry mark “Roman Bronze Works Inc.”, patinated bronze, 39-3/4 x 16 x 12 in., reddish brown to gold patina, some light abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Charlotte, North Carolina
Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000
654
John James Audubon, Velvet Duck (New York, 1785-1851)
Pl. 247, from Birds of America, London, Havell edition, 1827-1838, aquatint and engraving with hand coloring on J. Whatman paper, partial (date trimmed in half) watermark “J. Whatman/Turkey Mill/1835”, sheet 23-7/8 x 33-3/4 in.; wood frame, 26-5/8 x 36-5/8 x 1 in., hinged in, trimmed, some light toning and fading; frame with wear
Provenance: Private South Carolina Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
655 John James Audubon, American Bison or Buffalo (American, 1785-1851)
Plate LVI from The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, 1845-1948, J.T. Bowen, printer, lithograph with hand-coloring on wove paper, sight 18-3/4 x 25-5/8 in.; distressed wood frame, 25-5/8 x 32-1/2 x 1-3/4 in., good color with some fugitive yellow, print not removed from mat which is glued to margin, laid down. toning; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collect Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
656
Charles Christian Nahl (German/California, 1818-1878)
New Farm Animals, 1852, signed and dated lower right “Charles C. Nahl 1852”, charcoal and white chalk on buff paper, 11-1/4 x 16-3/4 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 23 x 27 in., hinged in at top edge to backing board, some toning commensurate with age; frame with wear and abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee Estimate: $1,500 - $2,200
Julian Onderdonk (Texas/New York, 1882-1922)
Sunlight and Blue Bonnets, 1916, signed lower right “Julian Onderdonk”, also inscribed canvas verso “Sunlight & Blue Bonnets, San Antonio, Texas/Julian Onderdonk 1916”, oil on canvas, 12-1/4 x 16-1/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, surface dirt layer; frame with minimal wear Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $40,000 - $60,000
658
Frank Lucien Heath (California/Oregon, 1857-1921)
By the Foaming Merced, Yosemite Valley, signed lower left “F.L. Heath”, also inscribed verso “By the Foaming Merced, Trail to Vernal Fall Yo Semite Valley F.L. Heath 1900”, oil on canvas, 36 x 26 in.; fine reproduction carved gilt wood frame, 45 x 35 in., area of flaking at water middle, surface dirt layer; frame with abrasions to gilt
Provenance: Montgomery Gallery, San Francisco, California (label verso); Szymanski Gallery, Beverly Hills, California (label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000
Partial exhibition label stretcher verso, exhibition venue illegible.
659
Frederick Ferdinand Schafer (German/California, 1839-1927)
Evening, Mt. Shasta, signed lower center “F. Schafer”, inscribed canvas verso “Ev. Mt. Shasta from Cape Horn Cala.”, oil on canvas, 50 x 30 in.; fine period gilt wood and composition frame, 62 x 42 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle; frame with some wear, separation
Provenance: Edward Schnabel, Oakland, California (per label verso); New Collectors Gallery, Inc., San Francisco, California (presumably, per label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $18,000 - $22,000
661
Tiffany Studios Counter Balance Floor Lamp with Lundberg Studios Shade
American, early 20th century, bronze base #468, with unique patina, notably at ball form balance, five footed base, stamped on underside “Tiffany Studios/New York/468”, 54-1/4 x 16-1/4 in.; dome shade with green pulled decoration, inscribed on rim interior “Lundberg Studios/1991”, 5-3/4 x 10-1/4 in. diameter, working at time of inspection, missing one screw at shade insertion point; shade with small chips to top rim, minor abrasion
Provenance: Purchased in New York in the 1940s; by descent in family; Private Collection
Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500
Similar base pictured in Alastair Duncan, Tiffany Lamps and Metalware pg. 234, fig. 923 & 924.
660
Pair of Tiffany Favrile Candlestick Lamps with Shades American, 20th century, signed on bases and shades ”L. C. T.”, each of twisted form with drip pan, in gold iridescent, white, and green glass, with matching ruffled glass shades, overall 12-3/8 x 7 x 7-1/4 in., surface accretion and wax residue, spotting and discoloration to brass, shafts with some hairlines; one shaft with hole near top
Provenance: Sotheby’s New York, October 3, 1992 lot 245; Private Collection, New York Estimate: $500 - $700
662
American Painted, Parcel Gilt, and Patinated Metal Eagle late 19th/early 20th century, spread wing atop rounded base, remnants of gilding and paint, 25-1/4 x 25-1/2 x 8 in., surface dirt/accretion, loss to surface, rust, and deterioration commensurate with outdoor use
Provenance: Private Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
663
Pair of Howes of Boston Owl Form Iron Andirons and Fireplace Tools
early 20th century, comprising: pair of owl form andirons with glass eyes, stamped “Howes/Boston”, “918-1”, and “Made in USA”, 15 x 9-1/2 x 15 in.; together with matching stand holding shovel, tongs, and poker, stand 28 x 9-1/2 x 7 in., surface dirt, minor rust and corrosion, andirons slightly loose (bolts need tightening)
Provenance: Estate of Phyllis Ferreira
Estimate: $300 - $500
666
American Chippendale Style Inlaid Mahogany Dressing Table, late 19th/early 20th century, long drawer over three short drawers with patera inlaid corners, serpentine apron, cabriole legs, ball and claw feet, 33 x 39 x 21-1/2 in., structurally sound, top with staining along separation, finish with minor fading, proper left rear stile with a repaired crack, other general wear and imperfections from usage
Provenance: Private Collection, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Estimate: $500 - $700
667
664
Fine Revolving Wrought Iron Trivet probably American, late 18th/early 19th century, revolving circular with scroll and arrow decoration, 4-1/4 x 30-1/4 x 12-1/2 in., surface dirt, scattered areas of rust and corrosion
Provenance: Collection of Anne McPherson and the Late John Bivins, Jr. Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
665
Henry L. Bryant “The Celestial Indicator” Orrery and Armillary Sphere
The Bryant Celestial Indicator Co., late 19th/early 20th century, brass on cast metal base, Orrery within a Copernican armillary sphere with incised legends in English, 17-3/4 x 12-1/2 x 12 in., some spotting and discoloration, surface dust/accretion, some abrasions to base, one ring detached at one joint, loss to pigment on planets
Provenance: Sotheby’s New York, June 13, 1991 lot 365; Private Collection, New York
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
Renaissance Revival Carved Mahogany Tall Case Clock, late 19th/early 20th century, made in Germany for the American or British market, bonnet with arched crest centered by a mythological mask and carved rosettes, acanthus decoration, cartouche form door with beveled glass, brass dial with foliate spandrels and painted moon phase, brass movement, superstructure fitted with hammer mechanism and seven chimes, case with shaped beveled glass door flanked by scrolled foliate carved stiles, bombe lower case with carved mythological mask and acanthus, shaped vase with hairy paw feet, brass pendulum, includes weights,102 x 31 x 19 in., bonnet and case are structurally sound, case with scattered small losses to carvings, fabric lining in bonnet and back of case are later with some punctures, no back boards other than framing, painted moon phase with minor losses, rear with later base board, scattered surface wear and general imperfections from age and use, clock components functionality not tested, lacking two chimes (seven out of nine are present)
Provenance: The Laura Davidson Sears Gallery of Fine Art, Elgin Academy, Elgin, Illinois
Estimate: $600 - $900
668 Modern Pickled Oak and Goat Skin Writing Desk leather writing surface over a single drawer, 30 x 60-1/2 x 30 in., very good condition and presents well, leather with some surface abrasions and rings
Provenance: Private Collection, New York Estimate: $500 - $700
669
A Large Queen Anne Style Cherry Wake Table modern, cherry throughout with eight cabriole legs, 29 x 83-1/2 x 21 in., water stains and plant rings to center top otherwise good condition
Provenance: Private Collection, South Carolina Estimate: $600 - $900
670 Modern Floral Upholstered Settee with Ottoman upholstered in colorful floral and foliate fabric, settee 31 x 72 x 36 in. and matching ottoman 17 x 27 x 27 in., ottoman with dark stain at one corner of top otherwise excellent condition with only light wear and minor stains
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $600 - $900
672
671 Philadelphia Chippendale Style Shell Carved Walnut Side Chair, 20th century, a fine copy meant to deceive, with shell carved crest and knees, compass seat with blue upholstered slip seat, 41 x 20 x 19 in., very good condition, some minor cracks at splat, other bumps and surface wear largely as made
Provenance: Private Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
A Fine Modern Floral Upholstered Sofa three cushion back and seat upholstered in colorful floral and foliate fabric, 31 x 89 x 36 in., excellent condition with only light wear and minor stains
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Granville Redmond (California, 1871-1935)
Poppies and Lupine, signed lower left “Granville Redmond”, oil on canvas, 12 x 18 in.; reproduction gilt wood frame, 18-1/2 x 24-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch, mostly in clouds, surface dirt layer; frame with wear Provenance: Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco, California (label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $60,000 - $80,000
674
Thomas Hill (California/Massachusetts, 1829-1908)
Bridal Veil Falls, Yosemite, signed lower right “T. Hill”, 12-1/2 x 9-1/2 in.; wood and gilt wood frame, 16-1/2 x 13-1/2 in., lined, surface dirt, crackle, tiny area of retouch; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
675
L. Prang & Co., after John Ross Key (American, 19th century)
Big Trees, Calaveras Grove, 1874, chromolithograph by L. Prang & Co., after John Ross Key, (American, 1837-1920), title visible at bottom edge, labeled verso “Prang’s American Chromos etc”, with added oil paint, 14 x 7 in.; gilt wood frame, 20-1/4 x 13-1/4 in., mounted on board, probably as made, crackle where painted, areas of paint loss where painted; frame with minimal wear
Provenance: Alder Creek Gallery, Folsom, California (label verso); W. Graham Arader III, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania (label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $400 - $600
676
William Keith (American, 1838-1911)
Summer Afternoon, Sierra Foothills, signed lower left “W Keith, titled pencil verso panel and stretcher, oil on panel, 12-3/4 x 26 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 23-1/4 x 36-1/4 in., surface dirt layer, small areas of retouch; frame with gold paint, small areas of repair, small losses
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $8,000 - $10,000
677
William Keith (American, 1838-1911)
Sunset Scene, Napa Valley, Coast Range, 1878, signed and dated lower left “W. Keith 1878”, old handwritten label remnant bearing title attached verso, oil on canvas, 10 x 17-1/4 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 21-3/4 x 28-3/4 in., lined, stabilized crackle, scattered retouch; frame with wear, old repairs, cracking, commensurate with age
Provenance: Fenn Galleries Ltd., Santa Fe, New Mexico (label verso); Zaplin-Lampert Gallery, Santa Fe, New Mexico (label verso); A Private New Jersey Estate
Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000
678
Lawrence Carmichael Earle (American, 1845-1921)
Pawnee Indian Scouts, signed lower left “LC Earle 74(?)”, oil on canvas, 20-1/4 x 16-1/4 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 27-1/2 x 23-1/2 in., lined, areas of retouch; frame with some wear, slight separation at corners
Provenance: M.S. Rau Antiques, New Orleans, Louisiana (label verso)
Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000
679
Charles Dormon Robinson
(California/Vermont/Maine, 1847-1933) Poppies, Mt. Tamalpais, 1920, signed lower left “CDorman Robinson 1920”, inscribed pencil on stretcher verso “Mt. Tamalpais”, oil on canvas, 16-1/4 x 22 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 23-3/4 x 30 in., original canvas and stretchers, surface dirt, some crackle, stretcher marks; frame regilt
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000
680
Charles M. Crocker (California, 1877-1950)
Visionary Landscape, signed lower left “Chas. m. Crocker”, oil on canvas, 18 x 22 in.; fine period gilt wood frame, 24-1/2 x 28-1/2 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle, surface dirt; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
681
Edwin Deakin (California, 1838-1923)
Lake Tahoe Scene, 1875, signed lower right “Edwin Deakin 75”, oil on canvas, 17-1/4 x 25 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 24-1/2 x 32 in., laid on panel, surface dirt layer, areas of old repairs and consequent retouch; frame with wear, cracking, tiny losses
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
682
George Henry Smillie (California/New York, 1840-1921)
Cathedral Rocks, Yosemite Valley, 1871, signed and inscribed board verso “Cathedral Rocks-Morning-Yo-semite Valley Aug. 71 Geo. H. Smillie”, also inscribed lower left recto “Yo-semite Aug 71”, oil on canvas, 9 x 14-1/2 in.; gilt wood frame, laid on board, areas of retouch; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,800 - $2,800
Exhibited: Bicoastal Artists of the 1870s, Hearst Art Gallery, St. Mary’s College of California, June 13-August 16, 1992, label verso.
683
Norton Bush (American, 1834-1894)
The Fishing Boat, signed lower left “NBush”, old label attached verso “Norton Bush 1875/San Francisco Art Association”, oil on canvas, 9-1/4 x 13 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 181/2 x 23 in., laid on board, signature enhanced, retouch especially at corners and edges, surface dirt layer; frame with separation at corners, small repairs, wear
Provenance: Alder Creek Gallery of Early California Art, Folsom, California (label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, California
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
684
Joseph Dwight Strong, Jr. (Hawaii/California, 1852-1900)
Cathedral Rocks, Yosemite, signed lower right “Strong 1880”, oil on canvas, 30 x 20 in.; period carved gilt wood frame, 37 x 27 in., lined, stabilized crackle, small areas of retouch; frame regilt/ gold paint
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
685 Norton Bush (American, 1834-1894)
Sierra Sunset, 1881, signed lower right “NBush 81”, oil on canvas, 14 x 20 in.; period carved gilt wood frame stamped “Whittier,Fuller” (San Francisco), 21 x 27 in., original canvas and stretchers, crackle; frame with wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
686 Alfred Richard Mitchell (California, 1888-1972)
Sentinel Rock from Yosemite Village, signed lower right “Alfred R. Mitchell”, titled in pencil by the artist, board verso, “Yosemite Village (Above, Sentinel Rock)”, oil on board, 20 x 16 in.; fine carved gilt wood frame, stamped “Richard Tobey, Los Angeles”, 29 x 24-3/4 in., painting in overall good condition, probably yellowed varnish; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
687
Andrew W. Melrose (New Jersey/California, 1836-1901)
Yosemite Valley from the Mariposa Trail, signed lower left ”...Melrose”, oil on canvas, 22 x 36 in.; fine reproduction gilt wood frame, 313/4 x 45-3/4 in., lined, surface dirt, stabilized crackle, areas of retouch, especially along lower edge near frame; frame with abrasions
Provenance: Galleries Maurice Sternberg, Chicago, Illinois (label verso); Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
688
Benjamin Chambers Brown (California/Arkansas, 1865-1942)
On the Edge of the Desert, Palm Springs, signed lower right “Benjamin
pencil stretcher with artist’s name and Pasadena, California
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22-1/2 x 28-1/4 in., original canvas and stretchers, slight surface dirt; frame with minimal wear
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000
689
Cheyenne Ledger Drawing
late 19th/20th century, depicting warriors counting coup, artist unattributed, pencil and colored pencil on ledger paper, page number 48, 5-1/2 x 11-31/2 in.; floating in wood frame, 13-1/3 x 19 in., conserved onto acid free paper, fading and toning as expected commensurate with age and medium; frame with some wear and chips, linen mat with some discoloration
Provenance: Vincent Price Collection, Los Angeles, California; a New York Private Collector; Sotheby’s, New York, NY, May 23, 1995, sold for $2,587.00; Private Nashville Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
690
Cheyenne Ledger Drawing
late 19th/20th century, depicting a battle scene, artist unattributed, pencil and colored pencil on ledger paper, page number 28, 5-1/2 x 11-3/4 in.; floating in wood frame, 13-1/3 x 19 in., conserved onto acid free paper, fading and toning as expected commensurate with age and medium; frame with some wear and chips
Provenance: Vincent Price Collection, Los Angeles, California; a New York Private Collector; Sotheby’s, New York, NY, May 23, 1995, sold for $2,587.00; Private Nashville Collection; Private Nashville Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
691 Hopi Hemis Kachina early to mid 20th century, carved polychrome cottonwood, 131/2 x 4-1/2 in., both feet with repaired breaks, surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
692 Hopi Hisat Katsina circa 1920s, Hisat (One who no longer appears), carved polychrome cottonwood, 9-1/4 in., vivid color with the expected surface wear commensurate with age, small areas of peeling paint, repairs to both feet at toes
Provenance: Galerie Flak, Paris, France; Private French Collection; Private Collection
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
693
Hopi Mana Katsina in Wicker Cradle
circa 1930s, carved polychrome cottonwood Kachina Maiden, in polychrome wicker toy cradle, faint illegible pencil inscription lower back “...maid single”, figure 7 in.; cradle 10-1/2 in., figure with overall surface wear, slight chips to most edges; cradle is very good overall condition, slight fading to polychrome
Provenance: Alan Kessler, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Private Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
694
Hopi Pahlikwmana Katsina
circa 1940s-50s, carved polychrome cottonwood Water Drinking Maiden, 14-3/4 in., strong color, overall handling wear commensurate with age, surface cracks at joint of one arm and both sides of head at tableta
Provenance: Steve Elmore, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Private Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
695
Hopi Sa’lakwtaqa Katsina by Manfred Susunkewa 1980s, carved polychrome cottonwood Sa’lako Male, signed on base by Manfred Susunkewa (born 1940), “MSusunkewa”, 15-1/4 in., overall surface handling wear, no visible breaks or repairs
Provenance: Barry Walsh, Holden, Massachusetts; Private Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
696
Hopi Takurmana Katsina
circa 1930s, carved polychrome cottonwood Yellow Corn Maiden, 9 in., surface handling wear commensurate with age, approximately 1/4 in. deep crack running vertically through body
Provenance: Collection of Georgia O’Keeffe, Santa Fe, New Mexico; gift to unidentified curator at the Whitney Museum of Modern Art, 1970; Alan Kessler, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Private Collection Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
697
Hopi Tasap Katsina Variant
circa 1940s-50s, carved polychrome cottonwood Tasap Katsina variant, on added fiberboard circular stand, figure 9-1/2 in.; 12-1/4 in. overall, including stand and headdress, good condition with bright colors, overall surface wear commensurate with age, no visible breaks or repairs
Provenance: Barry Walsh, Holden, Massachusetts; Private Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
698
Wakas, Hopi Cow Katsina
circa 1940s, Wakas or Cow Katsina, carved polychrome cottonwood, 9-1/2 in., good overall condition, no apparent breaks or repairs, surface wear commensurate with age
Provenance: Alan Kessler, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Private Collection Estimate: $2,400 - $4,400
699
Zuni Hiilili Katsina
circa 1920s, carved polychrome cottonwood, arms attached with nails, with elaborate added clothing and accoutrements in hide, cloth, stone, horse and human hair, on later metal base, figure 10-1/4 in., with base 10-1/2 in., overall handling wear, one arm present but broken away from original nail, one leg with old repair
Provenance: Mark Blackburn, Marfa, Texas; Private Collection Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
700
Hopi Patgna Katsina
circa 1970s, carved polychrome Squash Katsina with attached squash/gourd head, on later metal stand, figure 16-1/2 in.; with stand 16-3/4 in., vivid overall color, handling wear, squash with repair at back of head where it attaches to body
Provenance: Julian Flak, Paris, France; Private French Collection; Private Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
704
Lakota Beaded Blanket Strip
circa 1890-1900, fully beaded front, sinew sewn, 60-1/4 x 5-1/2 in., very good overall condition, scattered small areas of loose sinew/bead loss
Provenance: Private Collection, Canada
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
701
Large Plains Painted Parfleche
late 19th century, possibly Cheyenne, with painted decoration on the front and side flaps, 27 x 17 in., hide sturdy and strong, surface with wear commensurate with age and use, an extra set of (old) holes at one end where original tie holes had worn through
Provenance: Private Nashville Collection
Estimate: $1,200 - $2,200
702
Pair Plains Painted Parfleche
Late 19th/early 20th century, the hide envelopes with matching traditional geometric decoration on front flaps, each 22 x 13-1/2 in., strong pigments, overall wear commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Private Nashville Collection
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
703
Plains Ceremonial Pipe Tomahawk
19th/early 20th century, probably Sioux, the pipe stem with firebranded stipple marks, wire wrapping, traces of red pigment, steel blade and bowl, with a quill decorated hide drop, the pipe 23-1/2 in.; drop 10 in. not including fringe, mounted in acrylic shadow box
Provenance: a Missouri Private Collection; Sotheby’s, New York, December 4, 1993, lot 134, sold for $6,325.; Private Nashville Collection
Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000
705
Plateau Painted Parfleche late 19th/early 20th century, the hide envelope with traditional geometric polychrome decoration on front flaps, 18 x 9 in., vibrant color, the usual wear commensurate with age and use Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
706
Maria Martinez large Blackware Bowl San Ildefonso (1887-1980), the bowl circa 1920s, signed on base “Marie”, the wide bowl with black on black Avanyu encircling the shoulder, 6 x 10 in., slight handling wear, scattered small spots of abrasion to surface
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
707
Plateau Painted Parfleche late 19th century, the hide envelope decorated with polychrome geometric decoration on the front flaps, 28 x 14-1/2 in., hide with overall wear commensurate with age and use, two fairly symmetrical holes on the back, possibly intentional
Provenance: Private Nashville Collection Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
708
Three California Coiled Basket Bowls late 19th/early 20th century, all with dark geometric decoration, the largest 4 x 8 in.; the next 3 x 6 in.; the smallest 3 x 4-3/4 in., all in good condition overall, no visible breaks or missing wefts, the smallest with some accretion/grime outside and in Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee Estimate: $700 - $900
709
Three California Mission Baskets early 20th century, the largest a coiled polychrome storage basket, reddish brown decoration, illegibly labeled on bottom, 9-1/2 x 18-1/4 in.; the next a coiled storage basket with reddish brown and black geometric decoration, 8-3/4 x 15-1/2 in.; the smallest a rustic coiled basket, 4-1/2 x 7in., the largest in excellent overall condition, minimal grime at interior; the next with some overall handling wear, no visible breaks; the smallest with overall handling wear, break at rim, areas of loss
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
710
Three Central California Baskets late 19th/early 20th century, possibly Maidu or Miwok, all coiled, polychrome basket bowls, the largest with red and black decoration, 5 x 8 in.; the next with black zig zag decoration, 3-1/2 x 6 in.; the smallest with red and black decoration, 3 x 5-1/2 in., all in very good overall condition, the middle one with one area with a diagonal series of cracks to coiling approximately 1 inch down from rim
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
711
Three Northern California Coiled Baskets late 19th/early 20th century, Maidu or Pomo, finely woven polychrome basket bowls, the largest with deer and geometric decoration in black and reddish brown, 2-1/2 x 5 in.; the second a tightly woven shallow bowl with red and black geometric decoration, 2-1/4 x 4 in.; the smallest a tightly woven miniature with red and black decoration, 2 x 3-1/4 in., all in excellent condition, the smallest with one break at lashing on rim Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
712
Two Central California Basket Bowls late 19th/early 20th century, shallow coiled baskets both of reddish brown hue with geometric decoration, the larger with reddish brown and black decoration, 3-1/2 x 8-1/4 in.; the smaller with black decoration, 3-3/4 x 7-3/4 in., both in excellent overall condition, tightly woven, no visible breaks, appealing patina and handling wear to interiors commensurate with age and use Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
713
Two Southern California Coiled Baskets
late 19th/early 20th century, two flared sided storage/work baskets, the larger, heavier basket with red and black decoration, 7-3/4 x 13 in.; the smaller with black decoration, 7-1/2 x 10-1/2 in., both in very good overall condition, the larger with accretion of a dark color both inside and out, minor breaks at rim; the smaller with very minimal wear commensurate with age, one tiny visible break at rim
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
714
Two California Coiled Baskets
late 19th/early 20th century, with flaring sides and dark brown geometric decoration, the larger 7-1/2 x 15 in.; the smaller 7 x 12-1/4 in., both in very good overall condition, some overall handling wear, the larger with a darker interior patina commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
715
California Coiled Beaded Basket Bowl
late 19th/early 20th century, possibly Pomo, the large shallow bowl with black geometric decoration, added trade beads along top rim, 5-1/2 x 14 in., one area near rim with missing weft on one row; overall handling wear/grime commensurate with age and use
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $700 - $900
716
Great Basin Coiled Basket
late 19th/early 20th century, the squat, wide mouthed basket with red and black geometric decoration, diagonal stitching at rim, 3 x 7 in., excellent overall condition, no visible breaks of any kind
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
717
Great Basin Polychrome Coiled Basket
late 19th century, traditional geometric decorations in black and red, 6-1/2 x 101/2 in., strong color, approximately three tiny areas of loss to weft
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
718
Two California Baskets
late 19th/early 20th century, the first a large coiled Paiute work/storage basket, dark geometric decoration at rim, 9-1/2 x 16 in.; the smaller a Southern California basket bowl, with dark geometric decoration, 5 x 7-1/2 in, the larger with a 2 inch section of coil and weft wrapping missing at rim, overall handling wear and grime commensurate with age and use; the smaller with a small area of loss at rim, good condition overall
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $700 - $900
719
Large California Storage Basket with Handles
early 20th century, large polychrome coiled basket bowl with attached leather handles, 9 x 22 in., excellent overall condition, no visible breaks, minimal handling wear, minimal grime
Provenance: Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee
Estimate: $800 - $1,200