UNRESERVED @Neal Auction Louisiana State Museum & Mobile Museum of Art
ONLINE-ONLY AUCTION
Available Through October 8, 2020
Neal Auction is pleased to present
UNRESERVED @Neal Unreserved @Neal features property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum and the Mobile Museum of Art. This fascinating group includes a diverse assortment of categories including African art, Asian decorative objects, as well as American, English and Continental paintings, furniture and decorative arts. Proceeds from the sale of the museum objects in the auction will benefit the acquisition and conservation funds of the two museums. This timed online-only auction will be available exclusively on Liveauctioneers.com through October 8, 2020, 10 AM CT. All lots will be available for preview by appointment in our Carondelet gallery from October 5 through October 7, 10 AM to 4 PM CT, 3923 Carondelet Street, NOLA 70115. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit our website, call 504-899-5329 or email clientservices@nealauction.com.
Available through October 8, 2020, on Liveauctioneers.com
1. American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Work Table, 19th c., ring-turned turreted corners, finials, three graduated bolection drawers, incised baluster standard, winged paw feet, casters. [$100/150]
2. American Rococo Tester Bed, mid‑19th c., four cluster column posts, fire damaged rails, headboard with loose crest, large shaped tester.[$700/1000] Condition: Rails with heavy fire damage not able to set up.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
5. Rococo Carved Mahogany Poster Bed, c. 1869‑1890, four short round posts, stylized urn finial, shaped side rails, two panel headboard. [$500/1000] Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Charred and burnt elements, portions lacking. Scattered chips, nicks, abrasions, marks and imperfections. 3. American Renaissance Walnut and Burl Armoire, mid‑19th c., h. 88 3/4 in., w. 59 in., d. 22 in. [$400/600] Condition: AS IS. Loose cornice, separations where joined. Should view in person. Overall losses, chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
4. Large American Classical Carved Mahogany Armoire, c. 1830, possibly New York City, freestanding columns, lion’s paw feet, detached cornice, side door, h. 93 in., w. 65 3/4 in., d. 27 in. [$150/250]
Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Missing one door and backboard, cornice detached. Scattered nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
6. Rosewood Half‑Tester Bed, c. 1860, two stepped acanthus carved posts, cabochon headboard, foot board, tester frame, canopy not present, with rails.[$500/1000]
Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Evidence of fire damage. Scattered losses, chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
7. American Rococo Half Tester Bed, c. 1855‑1875, high finialed posts, curved foot board, ovoid cartouche. [$200/400]
Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Missing headboard stretcher and other elements. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
8. Georgian Mahogany Drop‑Leaf Table, early 19th c. and later, shaped top, beaded apron, two swing legs, pad feet, h. 28 in., w. 48 in., d. 18 in., d. (open) 62 in. [$100/200]
Condition: AS IS. Should be viewed in person. Top split and separated, loose, needs repair, short side aprons. Scattered chips, nicks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with age and use. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
9. Hepplewhite‑Style Transitional Mahogany Hunt Board, molded top, long drawer, tapered legs, h. 35 in., w. 42 in., d. 19 1/2 in. [$200/400] Condition: AS IS. Structurally sound, overall good condition. Chips, nicks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
10. Antique Mahogany Pembroke Table, h. 22 3/4 in., w. 35 3/4 in., d. 21 in. [$100/200] Condition: Structurally sound, overall good condition. Scattered marks, chips, nicks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with use.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
11. Burgundy and Gold Damask Upholstered Wing Chair, cabriole legs, h. 43 in., w. 31 in., d. 34 in.; together with burgundy and gold damask upholstered foot stool, h. 16 in., w. 26 1/2 in., d. 20 1/2 in. [$100/200] Condition: AS IS. Overall fair condition. Wear to upholstery, scattered marks, chips, abrasions and imperfections consistent with use.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
12. Three George III‑Style Mahogany Side Chairs, scrolled stiles, shaped splat, acanthus knees, ball and claw feet, red striped upholstered seats, h. 38 in., w. 24 in., d. 18 in. [$100/200] Condition: Structurally sound, overall good condition. Wear to finish, scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with use. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
13. Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, Bombay Co., inlaid top, turned standard, three legs, h. 21 1/2 in., w. 14 1/2 in., d. 14 1/2 in.; together with Bombay Co. pedestal, turned center standard three legs, h. 41 in., dia. 11 3/4 in. [$100/200] Condition: Structurally sound, overall good condition. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with use. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
14. Queen Anne‑Style Oval Mahogany Table, molded top, ball and claw feet. [$20/40]
Condition: AS IS. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections consistent with use.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
15. Late Classical Mahogany Box Sofa, c. 1820‑40, New York, bolection crest and seat rails, pylon arm supports, scrolled feet, casters, h. 40 1/2 in., l. 80 in., d. 30 in. [$150/250]
Condition: AS IS. Veneer lifting and losses. View in person. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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16. Group of Four Captain’s Chairs, mid‑to‑late 19th c., barrel back, plank seat, turned spindled supports, metal braces. [$150/250]
17. Group of Four Captain’s Chairs, mid‑to‑late 19th c., barrel back, plank seat, turned spindled supports, metal braces. [$150/250]
18. Group of Four Captain’s Chairs, mid‑to‑late 19th c., barrel back, two with plank seats, two with caned seats, turned spindled supports, metal braces. [$150/250]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Condition: AS IS. Should be viewed in person. Some losses to frames, overall chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Some losses to frames. Overall chips, nicks, scratches, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Condition: AS IS. Should view in person. Some losses to frames, overall chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
20. Eastlake Carved and Burled Walnut Occasional Table, marble top signed “New Orleans”, conforming paneled frieze, baluster standard, canted supports, casters, h. 29 1/2 in., w. 26 1/4 in., d. 18 in. [$150/250]
19. Group of Five Captain’s Chairs, mid‑to‑late 19th c., barrel back, plank seats, spindled supports, turned stretchers, metal braces.[$200/400] Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Some losses to frames, overall chips, nicks, marks, abrasions, and imperfections.
Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Some trim pieces loose. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
21. American Aesthetic Carved Mahogany Armchair, late 19th c., New York, scrolled back, shaped arms, reeded shaped legs. [$75/100]
23. Regency‑Style Mahogany Two Pedestal Dining Table, sabre legs, brass paw feet, casters, 2 leaves, h. 28 in., w. (closed) 90 in., w. (open) 152 in., d. 60 in. [$300/500]
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22. American Federal Mahogany Sofa in the Sheraton Taste, early 19th c., scrolled reeded arms, loose cushion, spiral turned legs, casters, h. 32 in., l. 72 in., d. 20 in. [$300/500]
24. Pair of American Rococo Carved Mahogany Balloon‑Back Side Chairs, mid‑19th c., floral crest and slat, serpentine seat, cabriole legs, h. 36 1/4 in., w. 18 1/4 in., d. 17 in. [$100/200]
25. American Renaissance Carved Walnut Server, late 19th c., arched crest, shelf superstructure, marble top, two frieze drawers, paneled cabochon doors, plinth base, h. 79 in., w. 46 1/2 in., d. 20 1/2 in. [$200/400]
26. Pair of Antique Inlaid Mahogany Side Chairs, shaped crest and slat, saber legs, h. 34 1/2 in., w. 17 1/2 in., d. 18 in. [$50/100] Condition: Minor repairs. Inlay loss and repair. Separation at joints. Scattered chips, nicks, marks, abrasions, and imperfections expected with age and use. AS IS.
27. Municipal Auditorium Chairs. [$10/20] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
29. Contemporary Upholstered Sofa, wide arms, three loose cushions, block feet, h. 49 in., w. 81 1/4 in., d. 37 1/2 in. Condition. AS IS. [$100/200]
28. Monarch Co. Photo Retouching Stand. [$20/40] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
30. Hepplewhite‑Style Mahogany Serpentine Sideboard, central drawer, side cabinets, tapered legs, spade feet, h. 35 3/4 in., w. 60 in., d. 22 3/4 in. [$200/400] Condition: AS IS, should be viewed in person. Chips, nicks, marks, abrasions and imperfections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
31. English Arts and Crafts Walnut Side Table, c. 1900, rectangular top, spindled stretchers, h. 24 in., w. 24 in., d. 19 1/8 in. [$100/200]
32. Regency‑Style Carved Mahogany Games Table, foldover top with baize‑lined playing surface, concertina action, reeded tapered legs, button feet, note: top warped, h. 30 in., w. 32 1/2 in., d. (closed) 16 in., d. (opened) 32 1/2 in. [$100/200]
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33. William and Mary‑Style Carved Walnut and Caned Armchair, pierced urn‑carved crest, fluted uprights, shaped arms, “Spanish” feet, h. 53 in., w. 27 1/2 in., d. 22 1/2 in. [$100/200]
34. Antique French Bronze‑Mounted Kingwood and Ebonized Bedstead, c. 1880. [$200/400] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
35. Louis XIV‑Style Carved Walnut Bench, needlepoint upholstery, shaped apron, scroll carved stiles, turned H stretcher, scroll feet, h. 22 in., w. 32 in., d. 19 in. [$100/200]
36. Antique Louis XV‑Style Carved Fruitwood Dressing Table, shaped top, kneehole configuration of drawers, foliate carved apron, cabriole legs, h. 29 3/8 in., w. 49 1/2 in., d. 23 1/8 in. [$200/400]
38. French Provincial Carved Walnut Commode Chair, 19th c., floral carved crest, caned back, hinged cane seat, deep carved apron, cabriole legs, h. 37 1/4 in., w. 19 3/8 in., d. 16 7/8 in. [$50/100]
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37. Louis XVI‑Style Mahogany Tilt‑Top Table, brass galleried marble top, fluted reverse tapered standard, slipper feet, h. 30 in., w. 24 1/8 in., d. 24 1/8 in. [$200/400]
39. Three Régence Carved Walnut Side Chairs, 18th c., arched foliate carved crest rail, padded back and seat, scroll and foliate carved seat rail, knees and feet, h. 40 1/4 in., w. 20 3/8 in., d. 18 in. [$200/400]
41. Ethel Hutson (American/ Louisiana, 1872‑1951), “The Little Boguefalaya”, 1933, pastel on board, monogrammed and dated lower left, 12 3/16 in. x 9 1/2 in., unframed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Multiple folds and creases upper edge; folds in upper corner; unevenly trimmed right edge; scattered marks and smudges; light scattered losses along edges; remnants of adhesive en verso.
40. Louisiana School, 20th c., “Swamp Scene”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 22 1/2 in. x 47 1/2 in., unframed. [$25/75] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; surface dirt; marks, stains, holes, and losses throughout.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
42. Ethel Hutson (American/Louisiana, 1872‑1951), “The Sturdy Oak”, 1933, pastel on board, monogrammed and dated lower left, “Art Association of New Orleans” label with artist and title en verso, 10 3/16 in. x 16 in., unframed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Scattered marks and stains; light buckling; unevenly trimmed edges; surface dirt; light scratches scattered throughout.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
44. Louisiana School, 20th c., “Oak Trees along a Bayou”, oil on board, illegibly signed lower right, 11 1/2 in. x 15 1/2 in., framed. [$150/250] Provenance: Williamson‑LeBlanc Collection, Cornstalk Fence House, New Orleans. 43. Dean F. Dreyer (American/Louisiana, 20th c.), “Over the Roof Tops”, oil on board, partial signature lower right, pencil‑signed en verso, “Art Association of New Orleans” label with artist and title en verso, 20 in. x 24 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; flaking, scratches and losses throughout; area of loss over and through signature in lower right; marks and stains throughout; Frame ‑ painted wood; marks, nicks, abrasions, stains and light losses. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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45. American School, 20th c., “People Fleeing a City”, mixed media on paper, unsigned, sheet 12 in. x 17 5/8 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Very light toning of paper; very light scattered marks; adhesive in center of print attaching print to board. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
46. American School, 19th c., “Landscape with Lakeside Home and Distant Mountains”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 14 1/8 in. x 20 in., framed. [$300/500]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; hole upper center and center; paint loss; surface dirt; craquelure; scattered surface marks.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
47. American School, 19th c., “Cottage by the Water with Sailboats and Distant Mountains”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 14 in. x 20 in., framed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; surface dirt; scattered surface marks and accretions; scattered small losses; craquelure.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
48. American School, 19th c., “Sailboat on Mountain Lake”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. [$300/500]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; surface dirt and accretions; toning of varnish; several large losses from frame; lower liner of frame cracked and loose. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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49. Attributed to Ralph Eleaser Whiteside Earl (American, 1788‑1838), “Portrait of a Lady”, oil on canvas laid on board, unsigned, inscribed en verso, 31 1/8 in. x 24 1/2 in., framed. [$500/700]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; signs of inpainting along edges and scattered dots throughout; heavy surface dirt; scattered paint loss; toning of varnish. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
51. William Schmedtgen (American, 1862‑1936), “Man Whittling”, oil on canvas, signed and illegibly dated lower right, 42 in. x 31 3/4 in., framed. [$400/600] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered inpainting (most visible to the naked eye); scattered loss and active flaking throughout; loss and abrasions at edges likely from contact with frame; surface dirt; craquelure throughout; losses in frame; separation in corners.
50. American School, 19th c., “Sailboats”, oil on panel, unsigned, 9 1/4 in. x 20 in., framed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; heavy surface dirt and accretions; scattered loss particularly upper right; loss to frame lower right corner.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
52. American School, 20th c., “Landscape with Elk”, oil on board, unsigned, 8 1/8 in. x 10 1/8 in., framed. [$100/150]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; surface dirt and accretions; losses upper center; loss with signs of inpainting lower left; losses to frame.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
53. Robert Burns Wilson (American/ Pennsylvania, 1851‑1916), “Landscape”, gouache on board, signed lower left, “L. Uter’s Heirs” label en verso, 22 in. x 28 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; light buckling and toning; scattered marks and foxing; 1/8 in. dia. stain in center of work; adhered to mat, unable to remove; broken glass upper left corner.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
54. American School, 19th c., “George Washington”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 30 in. x 25 in., framed. [$400/600]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; heavy surface dirt; scattered losses; craquelure; uneven surface texture; toning of varnish; possible inpainting, difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; losses in frame.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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55. American School, 19th c., “Landscape with Bridge”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 22 in. x 36 in., framed. [$400/600] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; two patch repairs en verso; possible inpainting, difficult to penetrate varnish layer; heavy surface dirt; toning of varnish; scattered marks and accretions; scattered holes and loss near edges; several losses near center (under bridge).
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
56. Ernest Bruno von De Gersdorff (American, 1820‑1882), “Arkansas River, Colorado”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, inscribed “Arkansas River, Colorado” lower left, 22 in. x 36 1/8 in., unframed. [$400/600]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; laid on burlap; several holes; canvas cut unevenly; heavy surface dirt; stretcher warped; several folds and creases particularly upper right.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections. 57. American School, 19th c., “Mountainous Landscape with Two Sailboats”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 22 in. x 36 in., framed. [$400/600] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; possible inpainting, primarily at edges; heavy surface dirt; canvas slack on stretcher; stretcher bar marks visible.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
58. Frederick Schafer (German/American, 1839‑1927), “Bridal Veil Falls, Yosemite Valley, California”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled on stretcher, 30 in. x 20 1/4 in., framed. [$1000/1500]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; relined; inpainting upper left and right corners (visible to the naked eye); surface dirt; toning of varnish; buckling of canvas; craquelure throughout; losses to frame. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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59. Frederick Schafer (German/American, 1839‑1927), “Three Brother’s Peak, Yosemite Valley”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled en verso and on stretcher, “Louisiana State Museum” label with artist and title on backing board, 30 1/4 in. x 20 1/8 in., framed. [$1000/1500]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; relined; signs of inpainting; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; repair mid‑left (visible to the naked eye); surface dirt; toning of varnish layer; buckling of canvas; craquelure throughout; small loss upper left. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
60. American School, 19th c., “Mountainous Landscape with Rushing Water”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 27 in. x 32 1/2 in., framed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; scattered losses throughout; hole upper left; active flaking; surface dirt and accretions; toning of varnish; canvas slack on stretcher; stretcher bar marks visible; losses in frame. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
61. American School, 20th c., “Landscape”, oil wash on paper mounted to canvas, unsigned, 21 3/4 in. x 27 1/4 in., unframed. [$25/50] Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; large tears and large losses; scratches, marks, stains and buckling throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
62. Decorative Exhibit Backdrop, 20th c., “Landscape with Thatched Hut”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 36 in. x 60 in., unframed. [$100/200]
63. Decorative Exhibit Backdrop, 20th c., “View of Fish Underwater”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 43 1/2 in. x 67 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; canvas untacked from stretcher in areas; scattered holes at edges and left side; surface dirt and accretions; silver paint along left edge; signs of inpainting.
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; heavy surface dirt and accretions; nails visible at left and right edges; scattered holes; approximately 3 in. tear at right side with broken stretcher; loose nails at lower right.
64. American School, 20th c., “Portrait of Franklin Delano Roosevelt”, oil on canvas, signed “John A. Frugé” lower right, 34 in. x 27 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Overall good condition; surface dirt; scattered marks; areas of alligatoring of paint; small losses and abrasions upper right; large losses to frame.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
65. American School, early 20th c., “Desert Landscape with Mountains”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 22 1/2 in. x 45 1/8 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; surface dirt; toning of varnish; scattered accretions, losses and surface marks throughout; craquelure throughout; repaired hole mid‑right; hole upper left; stretcher bar marks visible. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
67. American School, 20th c., “Portrait of a Man”, oil on canvas, signed “John A. Fruge” lower left, 30 in. x 25 in., framed. [$100/200] 66. Decorative Exhibit Backdrop, 20th c., “Landscape with Trees”, oil on canvas, 43 1/2 in. x 66 3/4 in., unframed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; scattered holes and tears; heavy surface dirt; discoloration and stains; craquelure upper quarter; canvas detached from stretcher lower left. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Condition Report: Scattered marks, accretions and light suface dirt; light craquelure and light stains along lower half of painting; frame has multiple losses and separations in corners. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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68. American School, 20th c., “Portrait of a Woman”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “W.E. Seebold” label on frame, 30 in. x 25 in., framed. [$100/300] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; heavy surface dirt; scattered surface marks and accretions; losses to frame.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
69. American School, 20th c., “Sandpiper on Beach”, oil on canvas, unsigned, illegibly inscribed en verso, 37 1/4 in. x 25 1/4 in., unframed. [$25/75]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; several tears and holes; signs of inpainting near lower edge; surface dirt; stretcher bar marks visible at all sides; scattered marks and accretions. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
70. American School, 1949, “Andrew Jackson Visiting the Ursuline Nuns after the Battle of New Orleans”, oil on canvas, signed “Phoebe C. Bakhuizen” and dated lower right, 27 3/4 in. x 46 in., unframed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; surface dirt; scattered surface marks; abrasions and loss near edges; alligatoring of pain; stretcher bar marks visible.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
71. American School, early 20th c., “House with Trees”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 9 in. x 13 7/8 in., unframed. [$25/75] Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; heavy surface dirt; several small holes; canvas slack on stretcher; tacks rusty; heavy marks throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
72. American School, 19th c., “Roger’s Slide, Lake George, New York”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “Louisiana State Museum” label with title on backing board, 20 in. x 32 1/8 in., framed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Overall good condition; cleaned and relined; signs of inpainting particularly lower half; surface dirt; scattered marks; craquelure throughout; scattered small losses; stretcher bar marks.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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73. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Lake”, “Noon Alabama”, “Untitled (Landscape)”, “The Plum Tree” and “The Field of Night”, 5 oils on panel, 3 signed lower left, one signed lower right, one unsigned, one titled en verso, 3 inscribed in verso, one with “Salmagundi Club” label with artist and title en verso, 2 with handwritten labels with artist and title en verso, 7 3/8 in. x 10 in. to 10 in. x 7 3/8 in., one framed. (5 pcs.) [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; marks and accretions; scattered scratches and paint loss; losses along all edges; light scattered craquelure pattern; unevenly trimmed edges; “Noon” has an 8 in. crack with small associated cracks and paint loss along the lower edge; “The Lake” has 1 in. loss upper left corner.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
74. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Blooming Tree”, 1917, oil on canvas board, signed twice and dated lower left, 16 in. x 12 in., and “The Land of the Longleaf Pine”, oil on board, pencil‑signed and titled en verso, 16 in. x 12 in., both unframed. (2 pcs.) [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches and accretions; scattered paint loss; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; “Longleaf Pine” has losses along all edges. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
75. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Viewers”, oil on canvas board, unsigned, 16 in. x 12 in.; and “Is It?”, oil on board, unsigned, 16 in. x 12 in., both unframed. (2 pcs.) [$100/200] Condition Report: Light surface dirt; scattered marks, scratches and light paint loss; each with nail holes in upper corners; some colors fluoresce under UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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76. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Gallery Goer”, oil on panel, unsigned, partial label on reverse of frame, 16 in. x 12 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered marks, scratches, and accretions; some colors fluoresce under UV light; Frame ‑ gold painted wood; marks, nicks, scratches, losses and surface dirt; separations in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
77. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Quarters Alabama”, 1925, “In the Kitchen”, “Sunset on Water”, “Woodland Shadows” and “Man With Boat”, 3 oil on panel, 2 oil on canvas, one signed and dated lower left, one pencil titled and partial label with artist and tile en verso, one titled on stretcher, 8 in. x 10 in. to 14 in. x 9 in., one framed (5 pcs.) [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; marks, nicks, accretions and scratches; scattered losses and scattered paint loss; “The Quarters” craquelure throughout and light buckling, difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV; “Kitchen” mounted to board; unevenly trimmed edges; stains throughout, light peeling of canvas away from mount along all edges; some colors fluoresce under UV light; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light. Frame for the “Quarters” painted wood; marks, nicks, scratches and losses; separation in corners overall 11 3/4 in. x 9 3/4 in. x 1 in. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
78. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Woodland Idyll”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 16 in. x 12 in., unframed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; paint loss; scattered scratches and accretions; large areas of inpainting under UV light; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; three 3 in. patches en verso (top right corner and both lower corners) Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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79. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Youth in Blossom”, 1934, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, typed label with title on stretcher, 16 1/4 in. x 20 1/4 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; light buckling; scratches, marks and accretions; light scattered paint loss; 1 1/2 in. x 5 in. patch lower left corner en verso; extensive inpainting under UV light.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
80. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Harmony”, 1928, oil on canvas, signed lower center, dated lower left, typed label with title en verso, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered paint loss along edges; scattered scratches and accretions; 2 in. x 3 in. patch upper right en verso; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
81. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “After the Clouds, Sun”, oil on canvas, signed twice lower left, partial handwritten label with artist and title on stretcher, pencil‑inscribed on stretcher, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered paint losses; scattered scratches and accretions; 2 1/2 in. x 2 1/2 in. patch upper right en verso; extensive inpainting under UV light; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; one signature fluoresces and one does not under UV light.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
82. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Spring Water”, 1945, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 20 in. x 16 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; scattered stains and drips along right edge; scattered paint loss along edges; areas of varnish build up lower left; scattered accretions; extensive inpainting surrounding figure and into tree branches particularly in darker blue colors; scattered areas of inpainting. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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83. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Greeting of Morn”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, pencil‑titled on stretcher, 20 in. x 16 1/4 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches and paint loss; extensive inpainting along lower 1/4 of work; scattered inpainting along upper 1/4 of work; signature fluoresces under UV light.
84. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Peering”, 1943, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; light buckling; scattered scratches and marks; some colors fluoresce under UV light; Frame ‑ wooden slat frame; marks, nicks, abrasions and stains; separation in corners; surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
85. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Under the Dogwood Tree”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, typed label with title on stretcher, 20 in. x 16 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches and light paint loss; yellow tape along edges; stretcher bars marks visible along all edges; scattered inpainting in foliage; 2 in. x 6 in. area of inpainting lower center (her leg); difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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86. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Resting Model”, oil on canvas, signed and illegibly dated upper left, 20 in. x 16 in., unframed. [$200/300]
87. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Contemplation”, 1940, oil on panel, signed and dated lower right, 20 in. x 16 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Condition Report: Surface dirt; unevenly applied varnish layer; yellow tape around edges; 1 in. x 3 in. area of active flaking with associated craquelure and paint loss; scattered scratches, accretions and paint loss particularly around edges; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered areas of inpainting.
Condition Report: Very light surface dirt; unevenly cut edges inherent to panel; light cracks visible along left side inherent to panel; scattered areas of craquelure in upper right (tree limbs and foliage); light scattered accretions and paint loss; darker colors fluoresce under UV light including signature.
88. Henry Morikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Last Caress of the Sun”, 1934, oil on canvas, signed twice and dated lower left, typed label with title on stretcher, pencil‑inscribed on stretcher, 20 in. x 16 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered accretions and light losses; unevenly applied varnish layer; difficult to penetrate varnish with UV light; extensive inpainting; one signature fluoresces under UV light; Frame ‑ modern wood; marks, nicks, abrasions and surface dirt; separations in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
89. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Melody”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 20 in. x 16 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; scattered areas of varnish build up; unevenly applied varnish layer; stretcher bars visible along all edges; small indention with associated paint loss and flaking upper right; scattered accretions; extensive inpainting; Frame ‑ wooden slat; nicks, marks, stains and cracks; separation in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund. 90. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “In the Shade: the Conversation”, 1935, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 18 1/4 in. x 22 3/8 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Surface dirt; 1/8 in. hole lower left (above signature); 1/2 in. x 1/2 in. area of paint loss and flaking lower left (above signature); scattered scratches and accretions; scattered craquelure; light scattered paint loss; 2 in. x 2 in. patch lower right en verso; scattered areas of inpainting around figures and in lower left (foliage); Frame ‑ modern gold painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
91. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Storm”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, initialed “H.M.R.” lower left, 16 1/2 in. x 22 1/2 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches, accretions and paint loss; dark colors fluoresce under UV light icluding initials; Frame ‑ wooden slat; marks, nicks, abrasions and stains; separation in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
92. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947). “Reverie”, 1935, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 16 in. x 26 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches, accretions and paint loss heaviest along edges; very light buckling; dark colors fluoresce under UV light; difficult to penetrate varnish layer; signature fluoresces under UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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93. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (1858‑1947), “The View”, 1923, oil on canvas, signed, dated and inscribed lower left, 24 3/8 in. x 40 1/4 in., unframed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered accretions, scratches and paint loss particularly along edges; scattered small indentations; scattered inpainting upper right (above figures); very light scattered inpainting in arm of standing figure and along foreground in lower 1/4 of painting. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
94. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Symphony No. 1”, 1943, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower center, handwritten label with title and typed label on stretcher, 22 in. x 32 1/4 in., framed. [$300/400]
Condition Report: Stretcher bar marks visible along all edges; light buckling along lower right edge; craquelure lower center (in dark green); scattered accretions; darker colors fluoresce under UV light including signature. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
95. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Painter”, 1926, oil on canvas, signed, dated and inscribed upper left, 24 in. x 20 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Multiple campaigns of restoration; surface dirt; stretcher bar marks visible; multiple full length vertical scratches along right edge; multiple accretions, marks and light paint loss along right edge; multiple areas of inpainting visible to the naked eye throughout; scatterd stains; areas of varnish build up; difficult to penetrate varnish layer; dark colors fluoresce under UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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96. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “The Moist Spot”, 1922, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, handwritten label with signature and title on stretcher, 16 in. x 24 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; multiple campaigns of restoration; scattered marks; 1 in. dia. hole repaired and inpainted center right with associated scratches and paint loss and corresponding patch en verso; scattered inpainting visible to the naked eye; scattered black accretions; extensive areas of inpainting in lower half of work (tree and grass); Frame ‑ gold painted wood; surface dirt, losses, marks, abrasions and cracks; separations in corners; work does not fit properly in frame. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
97. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “At the Portal”, 1919, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, handwritten label with artist and title on stretcher, 14 1/4 in. x 12 1/4 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; multiple campaigns of restoration; craquelure; marks and accretions; heavy build-up of varnish; areas of inpainting visible to the naked eye; stretcher bar marks visible; scattered areas of paint loss and flaking; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; extensive inpainting; Frame ‑ gold painted wood; surface dirt; marks, nicks, scratches, losses, cracks and abrasions; separations in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
98. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Girl with a Red Tie”, 1923, oil on board, signed and dated center left, 14 in. x 12 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scratches, accretions, losses, paint loss and marks throughout; 4 in. area upper right edge of loss and associated flaking and craquelure; 2 in. x 3 in. area of smudges and dirt upper right corner; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; dark colors fluoresce under UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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99. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Evil (Lilith)”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 14 in. x 10 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered paint loss and accretions particularly along edges; light buckling lower left; light scattered craquelure; yellow tape along all edges; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; extensive inpainting. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
100. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Evening”, 1931, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 14 in. x 12 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches and paint loss particularly along edges; scattered craquelure; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; inpainting along left side and lower half of work (foliage and figures). Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
101. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Evening Tryst”, mixed media on paper, signed lower left, pencil‑titled en verso, 16 in. x 19 7/8 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Light scattered stains and marks; ragged edges inherent to paper; scattered scratches; 1 in. fold upper left corner; scattered tears and creases along edges; light scattered accretions; yellow tape along 3 edges en verso; Frame ‑ modern painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund. 102. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1859‑1947), “Shepherd and Sheep”, pastel and graphite on paper, unsigned, 9 3/4 in. x 15 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Light toning; large losses along left edge, upper right and lower left corners with associated tears and creases: scattered losses and tears along all edges; 2 1/2 in. fold with associated losses, tears and creases lower right corner; light scattered marks and stains; two 1/4 in. tears lower center edge with corresponding clear tape patches en verso. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
103. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Sand Point”, pastel and charcoal on paper, unsigned, pencil‑titled lower left, 10 in. x 14 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Light scattered creases; 3/4 in. area of loss upper left corner; 1/4 in. crease upper left corner; scattered white accretions, scratches and marks; 1 in. crease lower left; remnants of adhesive lower edge. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
104. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Seated Girl”, pastel and graphite on paper, unsigned, 15 in. x 10 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; smudges, marks and light stains throughout; 2 pinholes in upper right corner; scattered losses and small tears along all edges heaviest along right edge; scattered creases; 1 in. x 3/4 in. loss lower right corner, discoloration upper right corner and right edge; remnants of 2 white tape hinges upper edge en verso. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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105. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Woman in Repose with Book”, pastel and graphite on paper, unsigned, 14 in. x 10 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Smudges, marks, and light stains throughout; scattered creases; pinhole upper right corner; multiple very light scratches upper right; 1/2 in. x 4 in. area of discoloration upper right corner; 3/4 in. tear center left with corresponding clear patch en verso. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
106. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (1858‑1947), “Standing Woman”, pastel and graphite on paper, unsigned, 15 in. x 9 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Smudges, marks and stains throughout; scattered folds and creases; pinhole upper left corner; scattered white accretions; two 1 in. creases lower right corner; 1 in. x 9 in. area of light discoloration lower edge; remnants of adesive on all edges; light scattered losses, folds and tears along all edges. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
107. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Woman Reading”, pastel and graphite on paper, unsigned, 14 in. x 10 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Smudges, scratches, marks and light stains scattered throughout; scattered creases and folds particularly in corners; 1/8 in. x 1 in. loss center left edge; remnants of adhesive on edges. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
109. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Drove of Pigs”, 1907, watercolor on paper mounted to board, signed, dated and inscribed lower left, 12 1/2 in. x 16 1/2 in., unframed. [$75/100]
108. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Cattle”, 1931, watercolor on paper, signed, titled and dated lower left, 7 in. x 10 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; marks, scratches and stains throughout; pinholes in upper corners; folds and creases in corners; 1/8 in. indentation with associated scratches center left; paper beginning to peel away from board on edges; very light foxing.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Condition Report: Light toning; foxing; very light buckling; scattered marks and stains; pinholes in upper corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
111. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Pathway”, 1945, watercolor on paper, signed, dated and inscribed lower left, 23 3/4 in. x 15 3/4 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; marks and stains; 1 in. x 10 in. area of light discoloration upper edge; very light foxing; light buckling; slightly ragged edges inherent to paper; 7 pinholes scattered around edges; folds, creases and losses to edges; remnants of 6 brown tape hinges en verso.
110. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “Untitled (Landscape)”, watercolor on paper, unsigned, 11 3/4 in. x 17 3/4 in., unframed. [$25/50]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Condition Report: Toning; marks and stains; foxing; creases and folds; two 1/8 in. holes upper left corner; 1/16 in. hole lower left corner; 3/4 in. x 1 in. loss upper center edge; losses and tears along all edges; 6 in. tear upper center with associated losses and creasing and corresponding clear patch en verso; scattered holes and losses lower right corner. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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112. Reginald Fludd (American, b. 1938), “Atmospheric Periphery”, 1973, acrylic on canvas, signed and dated en verso, “Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill, NY” exhibition label with artist, title and date on backing board, 44 in. x 85 1/4 in., unframed. Exh.: “Private Collection of Eva I. Gatling”, Parrish Art Museum, Southampton, NY, Mar. 28 ‑ May 14, 1978. [$200/300] Condition Report: Scattered surface marks and accretions; surface dirt.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
113. Beverly J. White (American/ Oklahoma, b. 1946), “Yellow/Black”, mixed media on masonite, signed lower right, typed label with title on frame, 18 1/8 in. x 24 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Light marks and smudges; slightly uneven edges with light losses inherent to masonite; Frame ‑ modern painted wood; marks, nicks, scratches, stains, and abrasions; light separations in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
115. Ann Kolbe (American, 20th c.), “Reclining Nude”, charcoal and graphite on paper, pencil‑signed lower right, 12 3/4 in. x 22 1/4 in. framed. [$75/100] 114. American School 20th c., “Beach Scene”, silkscreen on paper, pencil‑signed “A. Holy” and numbered “241/700” lower margin, sheet 13 5/8 in. x 19 1/2 in., framed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Toning; discoloration from previous matting; foxing; marks and smudges; remnants of yellow tape hinges along top and right edge en verso; 2 clear tape hinges along top edge en verso; Frame ‑ carved rustic wood; marks nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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Condition Report: Buckling along right side; 3 in. stain lower left corner; scattered stains along right side; scattered marks and stains throughout; unevenly trimmed edges; 1 in. tear upper left; 2 clear tape hinges along top edge; Frame ‑ modern black painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
117. Nellie Embt (American, 1889‑1983), “Abstract Composition”, oil on board, signed lower left, “Koch Galleries, Mobile Art Center” and “Kahn Galleries, Mobile” labels on backing, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Active flaking and paint loss scattered at edges, particularly along left and lower edges; surface dirt; Frame ‑ modern gold painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
116. Mary Kitchen (American, 20th c.), “Untitled Street Scene”, 1941, oil on masonite, signed and dated lower right, “Koch Galleries, Mobile Art Center” label en verso; 16 in. x 18 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; marks and accretions; scratches on all edges from contact with frame; 1 in. area of loss upper center edge; Frame ‑ painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
118. Ernst O. Mondorf (German/American, 1924‑2008), “Untitled #84”, 1960, oil on canvas, initialed and dated lower right, signed and titled on stretcher, 13 1/8 in. x 7 7/8 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered paint loss, accretions and areas of inpainting; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; Frame ‑ gold painted wood slat; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
119. Philip Kaplan (Russian/American, 1903‑1971), “The Old Lady and the Dead”, 1939, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, pencil‑titled, dated and inscribed en verso, 24 3/16 in. x 18 1/8 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered paint loss; marks and accretions; large 4 in. drip of varnish build up lower right; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; Frame ‑ modern faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
120. American School 20th c., “Still Life”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 20 in. x 16 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Extensive inpainting; cleaned; relined; new stretcher; light buckling of canvas; Frame ‑ painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions; scattered losses. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
121. Loretta Collins (American, 20th c.), “Rocky Shore”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, pencil‑signed and inscribed on stretcher, 20 in. x 22 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Scattered marks and accretions; Frame ‑ gold painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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122. Shohei Komiyama (Japanese/American, 1916‑1997), “Girl with Hoop”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 30 in. x 24 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; some colors fluoresce under UV light; Frame ‑ wood slat; marks, nicks, abrasions and separation in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
123. American School 20th c., “A Southern Gentleman”, 1941, oil on canvas, signed “Junie”, dated and inscribed lower right, label with title en verso; “Melior, New Rochelle, N.Y.” label on stretcher, 30 1/4 in. x 20 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Light surface dirt; scattered craquelure; scattered scratches and light scattered paint loss; 3/4 in. x 2 in. repair lower left corner; extensive inpainting; wax along lower 3/4 of canvas en verso; Frame ‑ decorated wood; marks, nicks and abrasions; separations in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
124. Robert Urban (American/Massachusetts, 1915‑1947), “Floral Still Life”, 1932, signed and dated lower left, 23 1/2 in. x 19 1/2 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Relined; new stretcher; yellow tape along all edges; extensive inpainting; Frame ‑ marks, nicks, losses and light separation in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
125. Italo George Botti (American/New York, 1923‑2003), “Figures with Umbrellas”, oil on canvas, signed “Barrel” lower right, 36 in. x 36 in. framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Scattered craquelure; scattered areas of varnish build up; Frame ‑ painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
127. Mary L. Weiss (American, 20th c.), “Floral Still Life”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, pencil‑signed on stretcher, “Kahn Galleries, Mobile” label on backing, 26 in. x 20 in., framed. [$100/200]
126. Italo George Botti (American/New York, 1923‑2003), “Beach Scene”, oil on canvas, signed “Barrel” lower right, inscribed en verso, 36 in. x 36 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Scattered craquelure; scattered areas of varnish build up; Frame ‑ painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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Condition Report: Craquelure; scattered losses, scratches and accretions; stretcher bar marks visible; patch upper center en verso; dark colors fluoresce under UV light; large areas of varnish build up lower right; Frame ‑ ornate painted wood; surface dirt; scattered marks, nicks, cracks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
128. Jean P. Marsh (American/South Dakota, b. 1910), “Croyden, Indiana”, 1936‑1937, oil on masonite, signed, titled and dated en verso; 20 in. x 24 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Light surface dirt; light scattered accretions; scattered inpainting; Frame ‑ gold painted ornate wood; surface dirt; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
129. Ann Taube Goodman (American/New Jersey, b. 1905), “Music Maker”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 20 in. x 28 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Craquelure; light scattered accretions and losses; Frame ‑ modern wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
130. American School 19th c., “Boy Reading”, oil on panel, initialed “M.H.” upper left, 4 1/4 i n. x 3 1/2 in., framed. [$50/100] Condition Report: Light surface dirt; very light scattered marks; light scattered losses; scattered inpainting; Frame ‑ painted wood; marks, nicks, stains, scratches and cracks.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
132. José Maria Vasquez (Mexican, 1755‑1855), “Christ Following the Crucifixion”, 1799, oil on canvas, signed, dated and inscribed “Mexico” lower right, period handwritten label with artist and inscription on stretcher, 26 in. x 20 in., framed. [$1500/2500] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered dots of inpainting primarily in background; loss with inpainting upper center; dent in canvas upper right; diagonal mark approximately 14 inches long at center; scattered small losses; buckling of canvas at upper left; stretcher bar marks visible; toning of varnish; surface dirt; craquelure throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
131. Emily de Laville (American/New York, 20th c.), “Grand Opera de Paris”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, inscribed en verso, 30 in. x 24 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Scattered marks and accretions; light scattered scratches; surface dirt; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; Frame ‑ gold painted ornate wood; surface dirt; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
133. L. Martinez Lois (Mexican, 20th c.), “Child with Toys”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, inscribed on stretcher, 20 in. x 16 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered marks and accretions; pinholes in each corner; scratches and marks in upper left corner; Frame ‑ ornate wood painted gold; marks, nicks and abrasions; surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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135. Continental School, 19th c., “Feast of Corpus Christi”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “Louisiana State Museum” label with title on backing board, 34 in. x 26 1/8 in., framed. [$400/600] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; relined; new stretcher; signs of inpainting; heavy surface dirt; scattered marks and accretions; holes and tears at all sides near edge; stretcher bar marks visible on all sides; 3 1/2 in. repaired tear mid‑right (visible to the naked eye). Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections
134. Charles Fritchie (American/New Orleans, b. 1936), 2002, bronze female nude torso figural bookends, h. 9 in. [$100/200]
136. Alexandre Dupendant (French, 1833‑1884), “Portrait of a Monk”, oil on panel, signed lower right, 5 in. x 4 in., framed. [$150/250]
Condition Report: Overall good condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; small loss mid‑left; surface dirt; surface marks.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
137. Continental School, 19th c., “A Gathering in the Woods”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 43 in. x 66 in., framed. [$500/700] Condition Report: Overall good condition; relined, new stretcher; signs of inpainting scattered at edges and in small dots throughout; small loss at center; surface dirt; scattered surface marks.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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138. Continental School, 1837, “The Snipe”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “Louisiana State Museum” label wih date on backing, 24 1/4 in. x 20 1/4 in., framed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Overall good condition; relined; new stretcher bars; craquelure pattern throughout; 1 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. area of discoloration upper right corner; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered inpainting throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
139. After Carlo Dolci (Italian, 1616‑1686), “Mary Magdalene”, oil on canvas, unsigned, inscribed “Magdalena...Carlo Doci” en verso, 30 in. x 25 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; unable to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; buckling; scratches, marks and abrasions; stains along lower 1/4 of painting; large losses on frame. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
140. Continental School, 1881, “Seascape”, 1881, oil on canvas, signed “Hans Petersen”, dated and inscribed “München” lower right, remnant of “W.E. Seebold” label on frame, 25 3/4 in. x 38 in., framed. [$100/200]
141. Continental School, 19th c., “Cottage in Mountainous Landscape”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 27 in. x 33 in., unframed. [$25/50]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; signs of inpainting; scattered loss throughout; 3 holes, one lower left and 2 upper center; toning of varnish; surface dirt; losses to frame.
Condition Report: Overall poor conditon; large 15 in. tear in lower half of painting with associated smaller tears, losses and another large 9 in. tear; small losses, holes, tears, flaking and discoloration throughout; heavy varnish layer; patches en verso.
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143. Spanish School, 19th c., “Street Fair in Seville”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 46 in. x 64 1/2 in., framed. [$800/1200]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer; signs of inpainting; protrusion with tear at center; heavy surface dirt; scattered repairs visible to the naked eye; scattered surface marks and losses; craquelure pattern throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
142. Continental School, 19th c., “Tavern Scene”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “W.E. Seebold” label on frame, 22 in. x 16 1/8 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered marks and accretions; abraded at edges likely from contact with frame; surface dirt; toning of varnish; losses in frame and separations in corners. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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144. Continental School, 19th c., “Madonna and Child”, oil on panel, inscribed “Rubens” lower right, handwritten label on frame, 8 1/4 in. x 6 1/4 in., framed. [$100/150] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; unable to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; marks, light stains and accretions; light scattered losses.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
145. Continental School, 20th c., “Tunis Harbor” and “View of Harbor Tripoli”, 2 oils on canvas, each signed “Louise” lower right, 16 in. x 19 1/8 in. and 15 3/4 in. x 19 1/4 in., framed. (2 pcs.) [$400/600]
Condition Report: “Tunis Harbor”, overall poor condition; scattered areas of inpainting; 3 small holes; scattered loss; surface dirt; toning of varnish; buckling of canvas; upper stretcher bar mark visible. Condition Report: “Tripoli”, overall poor condition; scattered areas of inpainting; 2 1/2 in. tear lower right with loss near tear; scattered surface marks and losses; buckling of canvas upper left; upper stretcher bar mark visible; surface dirt; toning of varnish.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
146. Armand Guery (French, 1850‑1912), “La Vallée de l’Arve du Pont‑de‑Viaison”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, handwritten label with artist on stretcher, 35 3/4 in. x 59 1/4 in., framed with artist and title plaque. [$1500/2500] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; heavy surface dirt; toning of varnish; hole mid‑left; scattered loss and accretions; pinholes in lower right corner; paint splatter particularly at right side; abrasions and losses at edges likely from contact with frame; heavy losses in frame; separations in all corners.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
149. Continental School, 1914, “Venice”, oil on canvas, signed “Kaybee” and dated lower right, 31 5/8 in. x 58 in., unframed. [$100/300] Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; heavy surface dirt; staining, accretions and marks throughout; canvas loose and torn at edges; scattered holes upper right, lower right and center; buckling of canvas. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
148. American School, 19th c., “Mountain Landscape with Boaters”, oil on board, signed “A. Feitag” lower right, “W.B. Seebold Artist Materials New Orleans” label and inscribed en verso, 18 1/2 in. x 24 in., unframed. [$75/100] 147. French School, late 19th c., “Portrait of Unknown Officer possibly Kaiser Wilhelm II”, pastel on paper, signed “Pascal” lower left, 17 1/8 in. x 12 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; tear lower left; scattered small holes and possible insect damage; scattered marks.
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; surface dirt, stains, marks and accretions throughout; rounding of corners and light losses along all edges.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
150. Continental School, 1914, “Landscape with Sheep and Shepherd”, oil on canvas, signed “Kaybee” and dated lower right, 32 1/2 in. x 58 1/8 in., unframed. [$100/300]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; heavy surface dirt and accretions; canvas loose and torn at edges; scattered small holes and losses.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
151. Continental School, early 20th c., “Village Scene”, oil on canvas, signed “Kaybee” and illegibly dated lower right, 32 1/2 in. x 58 1/4 in. unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; scattered loss; loose canvas; tears and folds in canvas near edges; heavy surface dirt; scattered surface marks and accretions.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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152. Continental School, c. 1890, “Landscape with Stream and Dam”, oil on canvas, unsigned, “Louisiana State Museum” label with date on backing, 22 in. x 36 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; relined; surface dirt; craquelure, marks, losses, flaking and tears throughout; 1 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. hole upper center; signs of inpainting. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
153 Continental School, 19th c., “Denis Diderot”, oil on canvas, unsigned, handwritten label with title on frame, 30 in. x 22 1/2 in., framed. [$200/400]
154. Spanish School, 19th c., “Spanish Grandee”, oil on canvas laid on panel, “Louisiana State Museum” label with title on backing board, 15 in. x 12 1/4 in., framed. [$200/400]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; signs of possible inpainting scattered in background and along visible stretcher bar marks; surface dirt; toning of varnish; craquelure throughout; scattered small losses; losses to frame.
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; partially cleaned; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; 1/8 in. loss upper left; scattered loss along edges; nails in corners; canvas loose on panel; heavy surface dirt; losses to frame.
155. Continental School, 19th c., “Battle of Vienna”, oil on canvas laid on board, unsigned, 30 1/2 in. x 44 3/4 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; multiple campaigns of restoration; inpainting throughout; heavy varnish layer; surface dirt, marks, flaking, losses and unevenly trimmed edges; 6 in. x 7 in. area of wax lower left corner. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
157. René Cazassus (French, b. 1932), “Happy Hippies”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled en verso, 28 7/8 in. x 23 3/8 in., unframed. [$100/200] 156. Julián Ramos Martín de Vidales (Spanish, b. 1930), “Untitled”, 1961, mixed media on stretched leather, signed and dated upper right and en verso, “Biennale de Paris” label with artist and title on stretcher, 30 3/4 in. x 66 1/4 in., framed. [$300/400] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered surface marks; scattered accretions; Frame ‑ wood frame; scattered marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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Condition Report: Scattered paint losses and scratches along edges; scattered craquelure; light scattered white accretions; no signs of inpainting under UV light; light surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
158. Helene Castori Jourde (French, 20th c.), “The Grasshopper”, oil on masonite, signed mid‑right, inscribed on label en verso, “Findlay Galleries, Chicago” label on backing board, 19 3/4 in. x 23 1/2 in., framed with artist and title plaque. [$200/300] Condition Report: Scattered light surface marks; surface dirt; scattered accretions. Frame: Scattered marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
159. Continental School, 1959, “Floral Still Life”, oil on canvas, illegibly signed and dated lower right, 16 in. x 12 1/8 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Scattered surface marks; craquelure throughout; active flaking with scattered loss; light buckling of canvas. Frame: Scattered marks, nicks and abrasions; surface dirt.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
160. Arturo Puliti (Italian, 1925‑2011), “La Luna Riflessa”, 1970, gouache on masonite, signed and dated upper left, signed and titled en verso, 27 5/8 in. x 19 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Very light surface dirt; scattered marks and small dark accretions; slightly ragged edges inherent to masonite; Frame ‑ modern painted wood; marks, nicks, light losses and stains; light separation in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
162. Ferdinand Weil (French, 1894‑1958), “Seine”, 1957, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, signed, titled and inscribed en verso, partial “Arthur Lenars and Cie, Paris” label on stretcher, 23 1/2 in. x 28 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; buckling of canvas; 1 in. x 1 1/2 in. area of paint loss and active flaking upper right; 1/4 in. area of paint loss lower center; scattered areas of light paint loss with associated flaking; 2 in. x 3 in. area of paint loss and flaking upper center; some colors fluoresce under UV light. 161. Axel Johannes Salto (Danish, 1889‑1961), “Woman with a Hat”, woodcut on paper, pencil‑signed lower right, sheet 13 7/8 in. x 11 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Light toning; light buckling; scattered marks and smudges; scattered remnants of adhesive along edges en verso; Frame ‑ painted wood; marks, nicks, scrapes, abrasions, losses, scattered cracks and holes; light surface dirt; light craquelure on paint. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
163. Andres Escartin (Spanish, b. 1938), “Outdoor Café”, mixed media mounted to board, unsigned, 21 1/2 in. x 27 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Surface dirt; work is peeling away from mount in lower left corner; scattered marks and smudges; light scratches along edges from contact with frame; light scattered scratches; Frame ‑ gold painted faux distressed wood; marks, nicks, scratches, abrasions, losses and light separation in corners. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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164. Pierre Mantra (French, b. 1935), “Abstract Composition”, 1958, oil on board, signed and dated upper right, “Galerie 93, Paris” label with artist en verso, 15 3/4 in. x 23 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered scratches and accretions; 2 in. x 2 in. area of surface dirt center of work; does not fluoresce under UV light; Frame ‑ wood slat; marks, nicks, abrasions and losses; inner liner has stains and smudges.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
165. French School, 20th c., “C’est Frequis”, intaglio on paper, illegibly pencil‑signed, titled and numbered “52/90” lower margin, sheet 35 3/4 in. x 24 7/8 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Light toning; discoloration from previous matting; light buckling; slightly ragged edges inherent to paper; scattered marks and smudges particularly in margins; 3 white tape hinges en verso; Frame ‑ modern gold painted decorated wood; marks, nicks and abrasions.
166. Continental, School 19th c., “Woman with a Book”, oil on canvas, illegibly signed lower left, 15 3/4 in. x 11 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Relined; new stretcher bars; extensive inpainting; difficult to penetrate varnish layer; yellow tape along all edges; Frame ‑ ornate gold painted wood; marks, nicks, abrasions and surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
168. René Margotton (French, 1915‑2009), “Au Port Breton”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled en verso, 23 5/8 in. x 31 7/8 in., framed. [$200/300]
167. Charles Aviat (French, b. 1841), “Portrait of a Woman”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 15 1/8 in. x 12 7/16 in., framed. [$100/200] Condition Report: Canvas is loose on stretcher; light buckling; scattered pin holes in corners; scattered marks, accretions and paint loss; stretcher bar marks visible upper left corner; small scattered holes throughout; Frame painted decorated wood; marks, nicks, scrapes and abrasions.
Condition Report: Scattered craquelure; light surface dirt; Frame ‑ surface dirt; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund. 169. Continental School 20th c., “Young Woman in a Black Dress”, oil on canvas, signed “A. Willem” lower left, 20 in. x 22 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Relined; buckling of canvas; cleaned; some colors fluouresce under UV light; Frame ‑ modern faux distressed wood; surface dirt; marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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170. Continental School, 19th c., “Woman with Grapes”, oil on canvas, illegibly signed lower center, 37 3/4 in. x 27 1/2 in., framed. [$200/300]
Condition Report: Relined; new stretcher; cleaned; scattered accretions and scratches; extensive inpainting; uneven varnish layer; Frame ‑ antique ornate wood; marks, nicks, stains, cracks and losses. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
171 Continental School 20th c., “Woman in a Shawl”, oil on canvas, illegibly signed upper right, 30 in. x 24 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Relined; new stretcher; cleaned; light accretions; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; Frame ‑ painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions; separation in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
172. Continental School, 20th c., “Blue Horse”, mixed media on canvas, illegibly signed and dated “’54” lower left, 14 in. x 18 in., framed. [$50/75]
Condition Report: 1‑inch square loss at mid‑left (tail); smaller losses at upper left (horse’s back and background); cracks throughout.
173. French School, 19th c., “Dog after Hunt”, oil on canvas, unsigned, canvas stencil en verso, 23 in. x 38 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200] Provenance: Williamson‑LeBlanc Collection, Cornstalk Fence House, New Orleans.
174. Continental School, late 18th/early 19th c., “Portrait of a Lady”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 31 1/2 in. x 23 3/4 in., framed. [$300/500]
175. Continental School, 19th c., “By the Hearth”, watercolor on cardstock mounted to board, signed “M. Lowe” lower right, sight 12 1/2 in. x 10 3/4 in., framed. [$100/200]
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176. John Scott (British, 1802‑1882), “Express”, 1853, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 25 3/4 in. x 35 1/8 in., framed. [$1000/1500]
Condition Report: Overall good condition; cleaned; relined, edges trimmed; inpainting scattered along all edges; small dots of inpainting scattered throughout (some visible to the naked eye); abraded at edges likely from contact with frame; craquelure throughout; stretcher bar marks visible at all sides. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
177. British School, late 18th c., “Portrait of a Gentleman”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 35 1/4 in. x 29 in., framed. [$400/600]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; multiple campaigns of restoration; relined; new stretcher bars; inpainting; light buckling; marks, discoloration, light stains and accretions scattered throughout; light surface dirt; unevenly app varnish layer.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
178. David St. John (British, 19th c.), “Study of Ships and Lighthouse”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, artist and title inscribed and “Trovaioli” restoration stamp en verso, handwritten label on stretcher, partial “L. Uters Heirs” label on frame, “Louisiana State Museum “ label on backing board, 30 in. x 50 1/4 in., framed. [$400/600]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; multiple campaigns of restoration; difficult to penetrate varnish layer with UV light; scattered dots of inpainting in lower 1/3 of painting (water); surface dirt; craquelure throughout; 1/2 in. loss mid‑left; scattered marks; some repairs visible to the naked eye. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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180. Newton Hayden Stubbing (British, 1921‑1983), “La Fourni”, 1960, oil on canvas, usigned, titled and dated on stretcher, partial label with artist and title, typed label with artist and second partial label on frame, 9 1/2 in. x 13 in.; and “New Symbol (Statuette de Jade)”, 1959, oil on canvas board, signed, titled and dated en verso, 2 partial labels on frame, 12 in. x 10 in., framed alike. (2 pcs.) [$100/200] Condition Report: Both have surface dirt; craquelure; neither fluoresce under UV light; Frame ‑ wood slat; marks, nicks abrasions and scattered cracks; stains and dirt on liners; works don’t fit in frames properly. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
181. Newton Hayden Stubbing (British, 1921‑1983), “Le Deo Des Hebrides”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 3 partial labels on frame, 2 with artist and title, 8 3/4 in. x 10 3/4 in.; AND “Rituel de Silence Bleu, No. II (3 Figures)”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 2 partial labels on frame, one with art and title, typed label with artist on frame, handwritten label with artist, title and date en verso, 8 3/4 in. x 10 3/4 in., framed alike. (2 pcs.) [$100/200]
179. British School, 19th c., “The Deserter”, oil on canvas, unsigned, canvas stamp en verso, 30 in. x 25 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; multiple campaigns of restoration; area of inpainting 6 1/2 in. x 5 1/2 in. lower right; scattered smaller areas of inpainting throughout; large holes and tears throughout, some poorly repaired; abraded along all edges; craquelure throughout; surface dirt; toning of varnish.
Condition Report: Both have surface dirt; light buckling; craquelure; light surface abrasions; light scratches; Frame ‑ wood slat; marks, nicks, abrasions, light losses and cracks; stains and marks on liner.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
182. Mary Howard McClintock (British, b. 1888), “Vaison”, watercolor and charcoal on paper laid on board, signed lower left, titled lower right, “Koch Galleries, Mobile, AL” labels with artist and title on backing paper, 15 5/8 in. x 20 1/2 in., framed. [$200/300] Condition Report: Light burn; toning of paper; ragged edges inherent to paper; pinholes in all margins; 1/2 in. tear upper center (not visible when framed); scattered surface marks; 3/4 in. fold upper left corner. Frame: Scattered marks, nicks, abrasions, and loss. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
183. Howard Fawnick (British, 19th/20th c.), “Figures in a Park”, 1914, graphite and watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, inscribed en verso, 12 in. x 13 1/4 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; scattered marks and smudges; Frame ‑ carved painted wood; surface dirt; marks, nicks, and abrasions; scattered cracks and loss. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
184. Carl Nebel (German, 1805‑1855), 22 hand‑colored lithographs, c. 1840, from Voyage Pittorésque et Archéologique dans la Partie la Plus Intéressante du Méxique, second edition, 17 with typed labels en verso, 11 in. x 14 1/2 in. to 14 in. x 18 1/2 in., unframed. (22 pcs.) [$400/600]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; each has toning, stains, marks, discoloration, foxing, remnants of hinges en verso; repairs; patches en verso; tears, holes and losses. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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185. After Henri‑Pierre Picou (French, 1824‑1895), “La Galère de Cléopatre”, 1875, engraving on paper affixed to stretcher, printed by “Goupil & Cie Editeurs, Paris”, 30 3/4 in. x 47 in., framed. [$100/150]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; toning; discoloration; foxing; surface dirt; large stains throughout; scattered insect damage; marks and losses throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
186. Six Prints of Composers, “Haydn”, “Handel”, “Mendelssohn”, “Wagner”, “Mozart” and “Schubert” 1885, 6 lithographs, each signed “Nicholai” and dated in plate, one with blind stamp, sheets 28 in. x 22 in., framed alike without glass. (6 pcs.) [$50/75] Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; large tears in 4 of 6; paper brittle; surface dirt; toning of paper; scattered discoloration, foxing, stains and small losses; all lithographs adhered to frames.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
187. After Cassilly Adams (American/Ohio, 1843‑1929), “Custer’s Last Fight”, chromolithograph on canvas, signed in plate by lithographer Otto Becker (American, 1854‑1945), printed by Milwaukee Lithographic Engraving Company for Anheuser‑Busch, 24 in. x 38 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Overall poor condition; buckling, large tears, holes, flaking, scratches, accretions, surface dirt, stains and marks throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
188. After Paul Léon Jazet (French, 1848‑1918), “Battle of Trafalgar Death of Nelson”, 1889, chromolithograph on canvas, signed in plate, 26 7/8 in. x 39 1/2 in., unframed. [$25/50]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; toning; discoloration; large tears and losses throughout; multiple large patches and areas of adhesive en verso; large folds, creases, marks and stains throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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189 After William Ludwell Sheppard (American/Virginia, 1833‑1912), “Virginia, 1864”, 1888, photogravure on paper, signed in plate, printed by Boston Photogravure Company, sheet 21 1/4 in. x 30 in., unframed. [$25/50] Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; heavy stains throughout; heavy discoloration; foxing; marks, tears and losses throughout; large loss upper left corner. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
190. After Gilbert Charles Stuart (American/Rhode Island, 1755‑1828), “George Washington”, hand‑enhanced chromolithograph on paper mounted to canvas, unsigned, 30 in. x 22 in., unframed. [$25/50]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; losses, tears, rips, holes, scratches, abrasions and stains throughout; marks, foxing, discoloration, cracks and flaking throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
191. After Adolf Schrödter (German, 1805‑1875), “Falstaff Mustering his Recruits”, 1860, lithograph affixed to stretcher, unsigned, 26 in. x 31 in., unframed. [$25/50]
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; toning; discoloration; large areas of loss and large tears throughout; marks, scratches, abrasions and stains throughout.
192. Richard Sloan (American/Illinois, 1935‑2007), “Mockingbird”, 1971, color lithograph, signed in plate mid‑right, signed lower right, published by J. L. Wade, 28 in. x 22 in., framed. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
193. After Alonzo Chappel (American/New York, 1828‑1887), “Nathaniel P. Banks”, hand‑colored lithograph, published by Johnson, Fry & Co., 1863, New York, 10 3/4 in. x 8 in., framed. Provenance: Williamson‑LeBlanc Collection, Cornstalk Fence House, New Orleans. [$100/150]
194. After Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta (Spanish, 1841‑1920), “Leaving the Masked Ball”, c. 1878, hand‑colored photogravure, from 1878 L’Exposition Universalle Paris, printed by Goupil & Cie., pub. by Gebbie & Barrie, Philadelphia, sheet 11 in. x 15 3/4 in., framed. Provenance: Williamson‑LeBlanc Collection, Cornstalk Fence House, New Orleans. [$50/100]
195. Theodor de Bry (Belgian, 1528‑1598), “René de Laudonnière and Chief Athare” and “Cruelty to the Indians by the Spanish”, c. 1590’s, 2 engravings, after watercolors by Jacques Le Moyne de Morgues (French, 1533‑1588), from The French of Fort Caroline and Timuca of Florida, trimmed sheets 6 3/4 in. x 7 3/4 in. and 6 7/8 in. x 9 1/8 in., matted. ( 2 pcs.) [$75/150]
196. After William Holl (British, 1820‑1902), “Washington Receiving a Salute on the Field of Trenton”, 1865, engraving. [$100/150]
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197. David DuBose (American/Louisiana, b. 1956), “Piggyback Bridge”, 1992, lithograph on paper, pencil‑signed and dated lower right, titled lower center, numbered “1/7” lower left, sheet 22 1/2 in. x 30 in., unframed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Ragged bottom edge inherent to paper; scattered creases and folds along bottom edge; slight buckling throughout; remnants of white linen hinges in top corners en verso. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
198. American School, 20th c., “Midnight and a Flyaway Bird”, 1948, etching on paper, pencil‑signed “don”, titled and dated lower margin, sheet 5 7/8 in. x 6 7/8 in., and “Come Walk with Me, in My Home in the Forest”, 1950, engraving on paper, pencil‑signed “don”, titled and dated lower margin, 6 7/8 in. x 11 1/8 in., both unframed. (2 pcs.) [$150/200] Condition Report: Both have toning; light matburn; scattered marks and smudges; “Midnight” has remnants of adhesive along all edges en verso; “Come Walk” has remnants of adhesive in both upper corners en verso.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
200. American School, 20th c., “Paper on the Paper, Paper under the Paper‑T‑I”, 1982, silkscreen on paper, pencil‑signed “N.Nobejio”, titled, dated and numbered “2/10” lower margin, sheet 7 1/2 in. x 7 7/8 in., matted. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Very light discoloration along edges; light scattered marks and abrasions in margins; remnants of tape and adhesive in all corners en verso.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
199. Jennifer Dickson (South African/Canadian, b. 1936), “I Am the Rose of Sharon, The Lily of the Valley”, 1969, color aquatint on paper, pencil‑signed, titled, dated and inscribed lower margin, sheet 31 in. x 22 1/2 in., unframed. [$300/500] Condition Report: Ragged edges inherent to paper; light discoloration along edges; scattered smudges
201. John R. “Jack” Sanders (American, 1923‑2010), “York, AL, R.R. Crossing Altmon Corner”, etching on paper, unsigned, titled in plate, sheet 11 1/8 in. x 14 7/8 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Pinholes in each corner; scattered marks throughout margins; slight discoloration along left edge; slightly ragged edges inherent to paper. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
202. John R. “Jack” Sanders (American, 1923‑2010), “York, AL, R.R. Crossing Altmon Corner”, etching on paper, unsigned, titled in plate, sheet 11 1/8 in. x 14 7/8 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Pinholes in each corner; slightly ragged edges inherent to paper; light scattered marks throughout margins. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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203. John R. “Jack” Sanders (American, 1923‑2010), “York, AL, R.R. Altmon Corner”, etching on paper, unsigned, titled in plate, sheet 11 1/8 in. x 14 7/8 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Pinholes in each corner; light discoloration; scattered marks strongest in lower right corner; scattered smudges strongest along left edge; slightly ragged edges inherent to paper; scattered folds and creases.
204. American School, 20th c., “The Cigarette Woman”, lithograph on paper, unsigned, sheet 11 5/16 in. x 16 7/8 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Toning; foxing, heaviest along lower margin; scattered marks and smudges.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
205. Raphael Soyer (Russian/American, 1899‑1987), “Pedestrian”, etching on paper, pencil‑signed, titled and inscribed lower margin, sheet 14 3/4 in. x 11 1/8 in., unframed. [$200/400] Condition Report: Toning; light mat burn; ragged edges inherent to paper; scattered marks and smudges; light discoloration along edges; white tape hinges in all corners en verso. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
206. A. G. Smith (American/North Carolina, 20th c.), “As I Lay Dying 1”, 1971, intaglio on paper, pencil‑signed, titled, dated and inscribed “artist proof” lower margin, sheet 21 5/16 in. x 15 3/4 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Ragged right edge inherent to paper; unevenly trimmed edges; light scattered marks in margins; light discoloration in top left corner; light buckling throughout; three brown tape hinges along top edge en verso.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
207 American School, 20th c., “Portrait of a Woman”, lithograph on paper, unsigned, sheet 23 in. x 46 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; foxing; marks, smudges and light buckling scattered throughout; tears, losses, discoloration and creasing along all edges; one in. tear upper right corner; 3 1/2 in. area of folds and creasing with associated light losses upper right. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
208. After Edwin Douglas (Scottish, 1848‑1914), “A Sark Milkmaid”, c. 1880, engraving on paper affixed to stretcher, initialed in plate, pencil‑signed by the engraver Alfred Clarence Alais (British, 1838‑1895) lower left, illegibly inscribed lower right, 37 in. x 30 in., framed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall fair to poor condition; discoloration; toning; large areas of staining throughout; foxing, marks and heavy surface dirt; large ornate frame with losses and surface dirt.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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210. After Alphonse Legros (French, 1837‑1911), “Parisian Scenes”, 2 chromolithographs affixed to stretchers, one signed and titled in plate, 28 in. x 40 1/4 in., framed. (2 pcs.) [$75/150] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; foxing, marks, stains, mold and insect damage; one with a 2 in. area of tears and losses lower center; loose frames.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
209. Two Photographic Reproduction Portraits of General Richard Taylor, late 20th c., 2 photo reproductions on board, both unsigned, 30 in. x 23 3/4 in. and 30 in. x 24 in., both framed. (2 pcs.) [$100/200]
Condition Report: Overall fair condition; scattered scratches and losses throughout one of two; surface dirt on both. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
211. After Lawrence Alma‑Tadema (Dutch, 1836‑1912), “The Sculpture Gallery”, c. 1877, steel engraving on paper affixed to stretcher, blind stamp lower left, 25 1/2 in. x 20 1/2 in., unframed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; discoloration; large white stains upper edge; marks, stains, tears, losses and creases throughout; frass and insect damage en verso; heavy surface dirt.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
212. After Lawrence Alma‑Tadema (Dutch, 1836‑1912), “The Picture Gallery”, 1877, engraving on paper affixed to stretcher, blind stamp lower left, 25 1/2 in. x 20 1/2 in., framed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; marks, stains, buckling, mold and foxing throughout; heavy surface dirt; frame with cracks, losses and heavy surface dirt. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
213. Antique Print, “Basket of Plants and a Bird’s Nest”, chromolithograph on paper mounted to board, unsigned, 13 1/2 in. x 17 1/2 in., framed. [$25/50] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; discoloration, surface dirt, buckling, scratches and marks; 2 1/2 in. x 1 1/2 in. puncture with associated losses, tears and creases.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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214. After Charles West Cope (British, 1811‑1890), “First Trial by Jury”, 1849, hand‑colored steel engraving on paper, unsigned, sight 16 in. x 20 3/4 in., framed. [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; toning; discoloration; marks, stains, creases and buckling throughout. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
215. Henry Mortikar Rosenberg (American, 1858‑1947), “At the Window”, 1933, etching on paper, signed and dated in plate, sheet 11 in. x 7 1/4 in., unframed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; scattered creases; very light buckling; scattered marks, smudges and scattered stains; scattered areas of mold; discoloration along edges; 1 in. fold lower left corner; 3/4 in. fold lower right corner. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
216. Pélée (French, 20th c.), “Fleurs Féeries”, oil on canvas, signed twice, titled and inscribed en verso, inscribed on stretcher, 21 1/2 in. x 18 1/4 in., framed. [$100/200]
Condition Report: Surface dirt; both sides of canvas are gessoed; darkest colors fluoresce under UV light. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
217. Group of Antique Stereographs, 26 albumen sterographs, 19th c., views of Algeria, Mexico, California, Nevada and various places in the American West, many with stamps and inscriptions en verso, 3 1/4 in. x 6 3/16 in. to 3 7/16 in. x 6 15/16 in. [$150/250] Condition Report: Overall fair Condition; fading; toning; light losses along edges; marks and stains; pencil marks; accretions; light insect damage.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
218. Six Antique Panoramic Photographs, “Mountain View”, “Desert Scenery”, “Panoramic Mountain View”, “View of the Desert”, “Mountain Panoramic View” and “Birds‑eye View of the Culebra Cut”, 6 gelatin silver prints on paper, 5 typed labels with title, inscribed and “California Panorama Co.” printing stamp en verso, one with “Copyright 1907, California Panorama Co., Los Angeles” lower left, one with “Copyright 1908, California Panorama Co., Los Angeles” lower left, 8 in. x 37 in. to 9 1/2 in. x 38 in., unframed.. [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; marks, stains, losses, creases, toning, discoloration, cracks, scratches, flaking and light mold; “Birds‑eye View” overall very poor condition and torn in half with large losses and tears on all edges.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
219. Four Antique Panoramic Photographs, “Yosemite Valley”, “Ostrich Farm”, “Whiteface Cattle” and “Valley View”, 4 gelatin silver prints mounted to board, unsigned, 2 “Copyright 1908 by California Panorama Co.” lower left, one “Copyright 1907 by California Panorama Co.” lower left, each inscribed with title en verso, one typed label with title en verso, 9 in. x 52 1/2 in. to 9 in. x 67 3/4 in., unframed. (4 pcs.) [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; marks, stains, losses, cracks, toning, discoloration, scratches, flaking and mold throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
220. Three Antique Panoramic Photographs, “Boulder Dam, Nevada‑California Border”, “Boulder Dam Under Construction” and “Boulder Dam, Nevada Border”, 3 panoramic gelatin silver prints mounted to board, unsigned, 2 “Copyright 1907 by California Panorama Co.” lower left, one “Copyright 1908 California Panorama Co.” lower left, each inscribed with title and typed label with title en verso, 8 3/4 in. x 63 3/4 in. to 9 in. x 63 3/4 in., unframed. (3 pcs.) [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; marks, stains, losses, creases, toning, discoloration, cracks, scratches, flaking and mold throughout.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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223. LSU Campus Photograph, “Louisiana State University Buildings and Campus, Baton Rouge”, gelatin silver panoramic print mounted to canvas, unsigned, 34 in. x 120 in., framed. [$25/50]
221. Four Antique Panoramic Photographs, “Belle Asbestos Mines, Canada”, “View of a Power Plant”, “El Paso Texas” and “Mining Area with Trains”, 4 panoramic gelatin silver prints mounted to board, unsigned, 2 with “Copyright 1907 by California Panorama Company Los Angeles” lower left, 2 with typed labels with title en verso, one inscribed with title en verso, 9 in. x 52 3/4 in. to 10 in. x 70 in., unframed. (4 pcs.) [$75/100] Condition Report: Overall poor condition; marks, stains, losses, creases, toning, discoloration, cracks, scratches, flaking and mold throughout.
222. Group of Antique Sterographs, 44 albumen sterographs, 19th c., views of Texas, Colorado, Baltimore and various locations in the United States, Europe and various domestic scenes, 8 with hand‑coloring, all with inscriptions and stamps en verso, 3 7/16 in. x 6 15/16 in. to 4 1/2 in. x 7 in. [$100/200] Condition Report: Overall fair to poor condition; fading; toning; marks, stains and scratches; losses along edges; light scatterd mold; light scattered insect damage; pencil marks and some ink stains; buckling and light bending.
Condition Report: Overall very poor condition; discoloration; stains and mold throughout; very large areas of losses throughout; tears, rips, holes, small losses, folds, creases, marks, scratches, abrasions and buckling throughout; frame consists of wood nailed into canvas and stretcher. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
224. Nicholas de Molas (American, 20th c.), “Statue with Pigeons”, gelatin silver print mounted to board, pencil‑signed on mounting board, inscribed with artist en verso, 11 1/4 in. x 9 3/8 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Toning; fading; marks, stains and smudges throughout; scattered scratches and accretions; 2 1/2 in. fold upper right corner; very light losses along edges; Frame ‑ black painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions; light losses and separations in corners.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
226. Shearwater Art Pottery Rooster Form Pitcher, marked ‘Shearwater Pottery 2007”. [$50/100] Condition: Restoration to breaks throughout.
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225. Five Continental School Portrait Miniatures, 19th/20th c., “Marie Antoinette”, “Marie Thérèse Louise of Savoy”, “Courting Couple” and 2 portraits depicting ladies, one signed “Dietrich” lower right and inscribed “Princess of Lamballe” and “Made in Germany” en verso, 2 1/2 in. x 2 in. to 3 1/4 in. x 2 1/2 in., 4 framed. (5 pcs.) [$500/700] Condition Report: Overall fair condition; marks, nicks, scrapes, abrasions and light stains; light scattered marks; one heavily faded.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
227. Roseville Pottery “Dahlrose” Vase, c. 1930, marked, h. 14 in. Note: Restoration at rim. [$100/150]
228. Rookwood Art Pottery Vase, 1958, base with impressed flame mark, date code, and mold number 2691, relief‑molded with wild flowers in an ivory glaze, h. 7 in. [$200/300]
229. Continental Porcelain Dish, late 19th c., marked “C.T.” with shield, impressed “M”, floral reserve with robin’s egg blue ground, gilt reticulated rim, l. 12 in., w. 8 1/4 in. [$75/150] Condition: Overall fairly good condition; wear to gilt, light wear to areas of robin’s egg blue ground.
230. Mottahedeh Hillwood Collection “Order of St. George” Porcelain Leaf Dish, base marked, l. 12 in., w. 9 1/4 in. [$50/75] Condition: Overall very good condition; light surface dirt.
Condition: Crazing throughout, surface dirt.
232. Art‑Nouveau Bronze‑Mounted Sevres Porcelain Lidded Urn, late 19th c., marked Sevres in blue underglaze, stamped “France” on bronze base, reserved with portrait of a lady and sinous foliate scroll decoration, h. 18 3/4 in. [$100/200] Condition: neck is broken, missing pieces are included; porcelain is detached from bronze mounts on base and lid. 231. Paris Porcelain Topographical Cabinet Plate by Marc Schoelcher, early 19th c., signed and titled “Colonne de Chatellet, gilt and crimson rim, dia. 9 in. [$200/400] Condition: Overall good condition; surface dirt; minor wear to gilt and crimson rim; minor wear/scratches to reserve.
233. Royal Worcester Blue and Gilt Decorated Porcelain Covered Sauce Tureen, marked, blue elephant form handles, scalloped gilt rimmed underplate, h. 6 1/2 in., w. 8 1/2 in., d. 6 in. [$100/200] Condition: overall good condition; surface dirt.
234. Polychrome and Gilt Decorated Porcelain Wall Pocket, marked ‘NC’ or “CN’ and ‘6017’, applied floral swag, h. 5 in., w. 11 in., d. 5 1/2 in. [$50/100] Condition: overall good condition.
235. Meissen‑Style Polychrome and Gilt Porcelain Figural Candleholder, putto with fruiting grapevine, h. 13 in.[$50/100] Condition: lacking bobeche; restored breaks to both legs of the putto, to the stalk and to the base.
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236. Danish Art Deco Bisque Pottery Figure of “Eve Biting the Apple” by Herman Kahler, hollow base inscribed “HAK”, “Danmark”, and “A.18”, h. 11 3/4 in. [$50/75] Condition: Very good condition. Minor soiling.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
237. Seven Antique Continental Gilt Porcelain Reticulated Navette-Form Nut Dishes, 19th c., impressed marks and “4190/1”, l. 3 in. [$100/200] Provenance: Bernard M. Caperton Antiques, Charlottesville, VA, 1982.
238. Spode Imari Palette Porcelain Covered Jar, 19th c., lid and body marked in red with pattern no. 967, decorated in Japanese style with fenced garden and flowers, h. 7 3/4 in., w. 9 5/8 in. [$300/500]
Provenance: Steven Postans Antiques, Sarasota, 2004.
239. A.J. Wilkinson Staffordshire Pottery “Pastoral Davenport” Green Bowl, after 1896, marked, well transfer‑decorated with pastoral scene, h. 4 in., dia. 9 1/2 in. [$50/75]
242. English Polychrome, Transfer and Gilt‑Decorated Sauce Tureen and Undertray, mid‑19th c., marked “Dresden China” with a cartouche, in the Chinese Export taste, cobalt blue and gilt foliate handles and floral finial, tureen h. 5 1/2 in., tray w. 8 3/4 in. [$50/100]
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240. United Wilson Bronze‑Mounted Porcelain Covered Vase, marked, h. 16 in., w. 11 1/4 in., d. 9 7/8 in. [$20/40]
243. English Polychrome Porcelain Covered Sugar, marked “198” in blue underglaze, h. 4 1/2 in., w. 7 in., d. 4 1/2 in.[$25/50] Condition: overall good condition.
241. English Arts and Crafts Earthenware Pitcher, c. 1886,Old Hall Pottery Co., designed by Christopher Dresser, black‑on‑white transfer decoration, h. 6 in. [$50/100]
244. Staffordshire Blue and White “American Eagle on Urn” Transferware Cup, 19th c., h. 2 5/8 in., dia. 4 1/4 in. [$25/50]
246 Ten Antique English Imari Palette Plates, dia. 9 in. (5); and dia. 10 1/2 in. (5). [$75/150] 245. Hicks & Meigh‑Style Porcelain Mug, polychrome floral decoration, h. 2 3/4 in. [$25/50]
248. Pair of Black Basalt Spill Vases, late 18th/early 19th c., possibly Wedgwood, unmarked, putto and dolphin relief, gilt rim, h. 3 3/4 in., dia. 3 1/2 in. Note: Restoration throughout, losses. [$75/100]
251. Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, each square tapering form decorated with polychromed scenes of warriors and with lion mask handles, h. 17 1/2 in. [$200/400]
247. English Transfer‑Painted Porcelain Plaques of Queen of Hearts and Jack of Diamonds, 19th c., enamel highlights, gilt rims, 5 in. x 4 in., mounted in wood frames. [$100/150] Provenance: Windham Collection, Oxford, MS.
249. Wedgwood Rosso Antico Bowl, c. 1810, impressed uppercase mark, Egyptianesque fretwork and ornamentation, h. 2 5/8 in., dia. 7 5/8 in. [$200/400] Provenance: Earl Buckman Antiques, Dallas, 2005.
252. Japanese Imari Vase, 19th c., with figural decoration, h. 13 3/4 in., w. 7 in. [$150/250]
250. Chinese Export Polychrome Porcelain Saucer and Two Teabowls, saucer marked “MADE IN CHINA”, dia. 5 3/8 in., teabowls, dia. 2 7/8 in. and 2 5/8 in. [$50/75]
253. Antique Korean Slip Decorated Celadon Bottle Vase and Small Dish, each with geometric banding, the footed dish with avian decoration, vase h. 6 in., dish h. 1 1/8 in., diameter 5 1/4 in. Note: Restorations; together with a similarly decorated small ink pot, h. 1 1/2 in., dia. 3 in. (3 pcs.) [$100/200]
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254. Four Porcelain Table Accessories, all decorated in the Oriental taste, including a tall English baluster vase, c. 1930; a Gien faience lidded urn, late 19th/early 20th c.; small Japanese floral‑decorated bottle vase, late 19th/early 20th c.; and a blanc de chine figure of an elderly scholar, vase h. 20 3/4 in., urn h. 23 1/4 in., figure h. 11 in. [$100/200]
255. Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Dish, 18th c., central figural medallion encircled around the rim with floral sprays, dia. 8 7/8 in. Note: Restoration. [$100/200]
256. Ames Plow Company Hand Operated Horseradish Grater, 1890, stenciled Boston, metal gear and crank, h. 27 in., w. 15 in., d. 12 1/2 in. [$50/100] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
257. Pair of Brass Baluster and Urn Andirons, 19th c., h. 19 in., w. 8 1/4 in., d. 17 in. [$100/200] Provenance: Melrose Plantation; Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
258. White Painted Metal Mesh Basket, fitted with a sand‑filled pillow, h. 5 1/4 in., w. 10 in., d. 6 1/4 in. [$10/20]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
260. Pair of French Neo‑Grec Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Tazzas, c. 1865, each urn form mounted with classical masks and joined by angular handles, the pedestal decorated with fillets, on a circular plinth, h. 10 in., w. 8 in. [$300/500]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
262. Four Antique Brass Architectural Elements, central rosette, l. 13 in., w. 10 1/2 in.[$200/300] Condition: overall good condition; surface marks and scratches; surface dirt. 261. Brass Andirons, h. 19 in., w. 10 1/4 in., d. 17 in. [$50/100]
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259. Cast Iron Fire Fender, stepped base. [$20/40]
263. Pair of Antique Brass Stirrups, h. 5 in., w. 5 1/8 in., d. 9 3/4 in. [$40/60]
Condition: Overall good condition. Scattered minor abrasions, dings, oxidation, and accretions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
264. Painted Clothes Iron, inscribed “Natchitoches, / LA” and dated “1914”, h. 4 1/2 in., w. 5 1/2 in., d. 3 1/2 in. [$200/300] Provenance: Estate of Dr. Eleanor M. Worsley, Natchitoches, LA.
266. Apulian‑Type Red Figure Amphora, black ground with a single male or female figure on each side, h. 18 in., d. 10 in., note: visible wear, loss. [$300/500]
269. Continental Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Bust Emblematic of “Liberty”, cast with radiant crown of ormolu bars and radiant disk on breast, supported by eagle, set on a socle with ormolu moldings, h. 10 1/4 in. [$300/500]
267. Pair of Paris Porcelain Vases, late 19th c., “Sevres” blue ground with gilt Chinoiserie decoration, h. 16 3/4 in., w. 8 1/2 in., d. 7 in. [$200/400]
270. French Marble Top Wrought Iron Console, arrow form supports, h. 19 in., w. 20 3/8 in., d. 9 3/4 in. [$150/250]
265. Victorian Brass Fireplace Tool Set, c. 1870, comprising a shovel, a poker, a pair of tongs, trestle form tool rest, and a pierced fender, fender w. 47 in. (6 pcs.) [$100/200]
268. Two Continental Carved and Polychromed Wood Equestrian Figures, probably 18th c., possibly one of the Magi and an attendant, well‑articulated figures in elaborate costume, one retaining metal and gilt thread elements of bridle and reins, h. 7 in. Note: Minor loss and damage to surface. [$200/400]
271. Royal Crown Derby “Olde Avesbury” Porcelain Plate, marked, scalloped rim, dia. 8 3/8 in.[$50/75] Condition: overall good condition; very minor wear to gilt decoration and staining.
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272. Continental Patinated Bronze Bust of a Laughing Youth, probably early 20th c., modeled wearing a feathered turban, h. 10 1/2 in., marble plinth, overall h. 11 1/4 in.[$75/125] Condition: Overall good condition. Marble with some small bruises, fleabites and abrasions. Base with area of small shallow flakes.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
273. Antique Indian Engraved Brass and Malachite Encrier, circular tray and well set with malachite cabochons, body with flower and scroll designs, dia. 7 1/4 in. Note: Glass inkpot missing. [$100/200]
275. Neoclassical‑Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Lamp, fluted column, on tall plinth, h. (to socket) 32 in., w. 6 in., d. 6 in. [$300/500]
274. Pair of Continental Brass Candlestands, 19th c., floral repousse decoration, on paw feet, drilled for electricity, h. 18 1/2 in., dia. 5 in. [$100/200]
276. Pair of French Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figures of Cherubs, 19th c., foliate base, h. 16 in., w. 4 in., d. 4 in. [$100/200]
278. Pair of New Orleans Coin Silver Miniature Chambersticks, Adolphe Himmel Silverware Manufactory, 1869‑77, New Orleans, incuse marks “A.H.”, “N.O.”, each slightly domed circular pan with an upcurved edge, center well with candleholder with flat rim, applied flat curved handle bearing silversmiths marks under shaped terminal, h. 3/4 in., w. 2 7/8 in., wt. 1.05 troy ozs. [$150/250] 277. Bloor Derby Polychrome and Gilt Porcelain Mug, h. 5 in. [$50/100]
279. American Brilliant Cut Glass Claret Pitcher with Sterling Silver Mounts, hallmarked Gorham, date mark for 1897, h. 9 3/8 in. [$150/250] 280. Open Lot
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282. Six American Sterling Silver Salt Shakers, fitted case, h. 1/4 in. [$20/40]
283. American Sterling Silver Candy Dish, Fisher Silversmiths Inc., 20th c., fluted circular rim on shallow bowl over weighted pedestal foot, h. 3 3/4 in., dia. 6 in., and a Continental silver candy dish, 20th c. [$25/50]
281. Sterling Silver Baby Cup, engraved “Carol”, h. 2 3/8 in., wt. 1.40 troy ozs. [$50/100]
285. Open Lot
286. Group of Three Silverplate Table Items, incl. creamer and sugar, marked “Victor Silver Company 2670”, h. 4 in.; and pitcher, marked, Greek key motif with monogram, h. 6 1/2 in. [$50/100]
284. Six French Silverplate Dessert Knives, (hh) with threaded borders, marked “PARIS/ACIER FOUNDU”, l. 8 1/2 in. [$100/200]
287. Group of Silverplate Serving Pieces, incl. caviar server, h. 4 1/2 in., dia. 6 3/8 in.; basket, l. 10 3/4 in. w. 7 3/4 in.; low bowl, l. 11 5/8 in., w. 7 5/8 in.; and bread basket, dia. 9 3/4 in. [$200/300]
290. Silverplate Teapot, wood handle, h. 11 1/4 in., w. 12 5/8 in., d. 4 1/2 in.. [$50/100]
288. Three Reed & Barton Silverplate Audubon Collection Bird Plates, marked, incl. “Cardinal”, “Sandpiper” and “Yellow Breasted Chat”, dia. 11 in.; together with two Wm Rogers & Son Silverplate “Spring Flower” Plates, dia. 12 1/4 in. (5 pcs.) [$100/200]
289. Two Silverplate Covered Serving Dishes, h. 6 in., w. 12 in., d. 9 1/8 in. and h. 7 in., w. 13 1/2 in., d. 10 1/4 in. [$100/200]
291. Pair of Silverplate Candleholders, marked “TOWLE”, h. 3 in. [$50/100]
Condition: cracks and lifting to base of one candleholder.
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292. Assembled Group of Silverplate Utensils, approx. 11 pcs. [50/100]
293. Two Silverplate Centerbowls, one Ellis Barker footed lobed oblong bowl, h. 5 5/8 in., 16 1/2 in. x 9 1/8 in.; other a lobed circular bowl with pierced undulating rim, h. 3 1/4 in., dia. 13 1/2 in., both with interior chasing and ornate cast rims. [$100/200]
294. Group of Antique French and English Silver Forks, various makers, incl. 3 fiddlethread table forks, 6 fiddlethread luncheon forks, and one fiddle and shell dinner fork, wt. 18.45 troy ozs. (10 pcs.) [$200/400]
295. Group of Silver, consisting of two boxed set of demitasse spoons. [$75/150]
296. American Victorian Sterling Silver Napkin Ring and Cordial Glass, engraved “Three Brothers / Biloxi / Sept 2, 1869”. [$150/250]
297. Pair of Silverplate Wall Pockets, made from an antique English silverplate meat dome, hallmarked Martin, Hall & Co., Sheffield, late 19th c., h. 8 3/8 in., w. 14 1/2 in. [$200/400]
298. Interesting Group of Silver Serving Pieces, incl. Jean Boggio “Circe” pattern silverplate serving fork, spoon and pie server; chased silver serving spoon with hollow handle, unmarked and untested; 2 spoons with mother‑of‑pearl bowls and mother‑of‑pearl inlaid wood handles; and hammered brass spoon; l. 10 in. to 13 3/4 in. (7 pcs.) [$100/200]
299. Miscellaneous Group of Silver and Silverplate Spoons and Forks. (approx. 37 pcs.) [$100/200] Provenance: The Estate of Caroline P. Ireland.
300. Group of Antique Continental Silver Serving Pieces, incl. a dressing spoon with bright work; a Swedish .830 silver tablespoon, G. Dahlgren; and a German .800 silver nut spoon, Schlesinger, with hoof handle; l. 16 in., 8 5/8 in., and 7 3/4 in. respectively; combined wt. 11 troy ozs. [$50/100]
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301. Antique Silverplate Wirework Wine Basket, h. 6 1/2 in., l. 13 in. [$50/75] Provenance: Collection of Steven Cabot Barnes Harvey.
302. Victorian Silverplate Fish Knife and Fork, c. 1860, fitted case, beaded oval handles with engine‑turned decoration, knife blade with foliate scrolled cartouche. [$75/150]
303. Antique English Silverplate Hot Water Urn, mid‑19th c., Martin, Hall & Co., Sheffield, founded 1860. [$50/100]
304. Pair of Georgian Sheffield Plate Candlesticks, c. 1790, removable bobeches, h. 11 3/4 in. [$150/250] 305. Large Brass Twelve‑Light Chandelier, 20th c., h. 41 in., dia. 29 in., note: lacking all crystals; together with four graduated rings, all lacking crystals. [$50/100]
306. Bradley & Hubbard Onyx Oil Lamp and Stand, c. 1889, h. 24 1/2 in., w. 8 1/2 in., d. 8 1/2 in. Note: No Shade or Flute. [$150/250]
Condition: AS IS.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
307. Brass‑Mounted Marble and Pressed Glass Lamp, stepped marble base, columnar brass neck, pressed glass body, electrified, h. 16 3/4 in. [$50/100] Condition: surface dirt; brass mounts are loose; socket is loose/ detached.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
308. Blue and Green Pressed Glass Lamp, bud form shade, scrollwork body, electrified, h. 9 in. [$25/50] Condition: overall good condition; surface dirt.
309. American Gilt Lacquered Brass and Bronze Solar Lamp, c. 1840, Cornelius & Co. Philadephia, labeled, font atop Ionic columnar standard, now electrified, h. 18 in. [$300/500]
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310. Italian Mid‑Century Modern Brass Table Lamp, Star of David form base, electrified. [$200/400]
311. French Art Glass Two Light Candelabrum, h. 7 1/2 in. [$100/200]
312. Pair of Bronze Five‑Light Candelabra, 19th c., associated standard, h. 11 3/4 in., dia. 8 in. [$100/200]
315. Three Vintage English Table Lighters, two marked, one marked Wedgewood, h. 2 5/8 in. [$100/200] 314. Pair of Baluster‑Form Table Lamps, illegibly initialed, bodies lions, leopards and tigers on green ground, electrified, h. 26 in.; together with table lamp, body with English militia on green ground, h. 23 5/8 in. [$200/300] Condition: One “tiger” lamp is cracked but stable. 313. Empire‑Style Patinated Metal Six‑Light Chandelier, 20th c., h. 24 in., dia. 28 in. [$300/500]
316. Pair of Antique English Neoclassical‑Style Candlestick Lamps, 19th c., electrified as one unit, h. (to shade) 18 in. [$150/250]
317. Fine English Gilt Brass, Bronze and Cut Crystal Oil Lamp, mid‑19th c., in the neoclassical taste, marked “Messenger’s Patent”, Corinthian columnar standard, square stepped base with paw feet, now electrified, h. 31 in., dia. 6 1/4 in. [$100/200]
318. Open Lot
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319. [Antique Law Book], Novus Thesaurus Juris Civilis et Canonici... vol. 6, 872 pages, in Latin, hardcover, 1753. [$40/60]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
322. Message from the President of the United States to the Two Houses of Congress..., vol. 4, Washington, Government Printing Office, 1899, illustrated with selected maps. [$20/30]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
325. L. E. Chittenden, Annual Address Before the Vermont Historical Society, The Capture of Ticonderoga, Delivered at Montpelier, VT., On Tuesday Evening, October 8, 1872, Rutland, Tuttle & Co., 1872. [$30/50] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
320. Atlas de Filipinas, Director del Observatorio de Manila, 1899, folio, with 30 maps, some with vignettes, in Spanish. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
321. Manufactures of The United States in 1860; Compiled from the Original Returns of The Eighth Census, Under the Direction of the Secretary of the Interior, Washington, Government Printing Office, 1865, hardcover, 745 pages. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
323. James D. Richardson, A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of The Presidents, 1789‑19029, Bureau of National Literature and Art, 1903, vol. 6 (2 copies), vo. 7 (2 copies), vol. 8 (2 copies), vol. 9 (2 copies), and vol. 10; nine volumes total. [$50/75]
324. Alden, John Richard, General Gage in America, Being Principally a History of His Role in the American Revolution, Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University Press, 1948. [$20/30]
326. Journal De La Societes Des Americanistes, 1930, 2 volumes, soft cover, 543 pages. [$50/75] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
327. Clyde Connell (American/Louisiana, 1901‑1998), “NO 16”, 1991, wood, metal and mixed media, signed, initialed, titled and dated on reverse, h. 19 1/2 in., w. 5 in., d. 2 in. [$500/700]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Arthur Roger Gallery, New York, NY; Collection of Noted Preservationist and Aesthete Dorian M. Bennett,
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328. Four Antique Continental Maps, 17th to 19th c., incl. map of Ireland, British Colonies, Virginia, and two bird’s‑eye‑views, largest 18 3/4 in. x 26 in. [$100/200] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
331. Rand McNally & Co. Pocket Map of Newfoundland, 1927, 21 1/2 in. x 9 in. [$20/40]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
334. Antique Iron Hole Punch, 1 3/4 inch hole, h. 5 1/2 in. [$20/40]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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329. [Map] Stranger’s Guide Through the City of New York, corrected to 1837 W. Hooker, engraver, linen backed and lacquered, 16 5/8 in. x 19 1/2 in. [$10/20]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
330. [Map] New York City, 1846, drawn by D.H. Burr, pub. Homans & Ellis,, linen backed and lacquered, 12 5/8 in. x 10 3/8 in. [$10/20]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
332. [Map] United States Department of Interior, “Plan and Profile of Colorado River from Lees Ferry, Ariz, to Black Canyon, Ariz ‑ Nevada and Virgin River, Nevada”, 1923, 18 in. x 25 in (21pcs.) [$30/50] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
333. [Map] United States Department of Interior, “Plan and Profile of Colorado River from Leese Ferry, Ariz, to Black Canyon, Ariz, Nev, and Virgin River”, 1923, 18 in. x 25 in (21pcs). [$30/50] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
335. Antique Danish Telephone, by “Jydsk Telefon Aktieselskab”, hand crank, separate mouth and earpiece, h. 12 1/2 in., w. 10 in., d. 5 1/4 in. [$50/100]
336. Stromberg & Carlson Bakelite House Telephone, dial with buttons 1‑8, with switch/bell box. [$50/100]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
337. Western Electric Oak “SCITECH L‑10” Switchboard, h. 52 in., w. 24 1/2 in., d. 34 1/2 in. [$300/500]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
338. Steel Boring Auger, c. 1890‑1920, h. 6 1/4 in., dia. 3 in. [$50/100]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
339. Antique Marble Mortar, h. 4 1/4 in., dia. 10 in. [$10/20] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
340. Antique Iron Brace, 19th c., incomplete, h. 9 1/2 in., w. 5 in. [$10/20]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
341. Antique Cooper’s Howell Plane, 19th c., h. 7 in., w. 15 in., d. 5 in. [$10/20] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
342. Antique Woodworker’s Molding Plane, 19th c., h. 5 1/2 in., w. 9 3/4 in. [$10/20] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
344. Four Vintage Jazz Albums, 1950s and 1960s. [$20/30]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections. 343. Group of Sixty‑Seven Antique Coins and Currency, incl.; European, South American, and Asian. [$100/150]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
345. [SOUTHERN POSTCARDS] collection of over 1500 postcards, all unused, from The Asheville Post Card Co., Asheville, N.C., showing city views, landscapes, and landmarks from N.C., VA., L.A., TN., W.V., S.C. and GA. [$200/400]
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346. Pair of 14 kt. Yellow Gold and Pale Aquamarine Earrings . [$200/400]
347. Crystal Vase, h. 9 3/4 in., dia. 3 3/8 in. [$20/40]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
349. Vanguard Studios, Inc. Carved Wood Bust of a Cherub, 1967, brass plaque en verso, h. 14 1/8 in., w. 14 1/2 in., d. 7 in. [$100/200] Condition: part of one wing is detached; repaired crack to other wing.
350. Two Glass Domes, one with round rim, h. 12 1/2 in., dia. 8 in.; other with rounded rectangular rim, h. 19 3/4 in., w. 9 1/2 in., d. 6 in. [$50/75]
352. Pair of Polychrome and Gilt Decorated Pressed Glass Candlesticks, shades with floral motif, one lacking crystal bobeche, h. (overall) 22 in. [$25/50]
348. Two Crystal Paperweights, one marked “Royal Leerdam 2000‑12”, h. 4 in.; other with etched and cut holly design, h. 4 1/2 in. [$50/75]
351. Pair of Glass Rectilinear Display Boxes, h. 16 in., w. 8 in., d. 8 in. [$50/75]
353. Group of Nine Anglo‑Irish Cut and Etched Glass Wine and Liqueur Glasses, 1825‑1840, of various forms and sizes, h. 3 3/8 in. to 4 7/8 in. [$50/100]
354. American Satin Glass Bowl, c. 1890, red shaded to yellow at the foot, top rim decorated with gilt “C” scroll border, dia. 8 1/2 in., h. 4 1/4 in. [$50/100]
355. Pair of Glass Cornucopia Vases, flower or vine‑form, h. 2 in., w. 7 in., d. 4 1/2 in.[$50/75]
Condition: surface dirt; chip/ loss to end of vine base on each vase.
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356. Pair of Two‑Light Glass Candelabra, scrollwork motif, h. 5 1/2 in., w. 7 in., d. 5 1/2 in. [$25/50]
Condition: one with partial loss to bobeche.
358. Group of Four Pressed and Cut Glass Cups Incl. pair of cut glass tumblers, h. 3 1/2 in.; footed cup with etched glass windmill, h. 5 3/4 in.; and large cup with etched glass rim, h. 6 1/8 in. (4 pcs.) [$50/75] 359. Antique American Blown Glass Fly Catcher, 19th c., with stopper, h. 7 in. [$150/250]
357. Pair of Gilt Decorated Blue Bohemian Glass Vases, fruiting vine motif, lid with removable insert, h. 13 1/2 in. [$100/200]
Provenance: Williamson‑LeBlanc Collection, Cornstalk Fence House, New Orleans.
362. Clipper Mower Co. Sickle Bar Push Lawn Mower, pat. 1900, Norristown, PA. [$50/100] 361. Antique Wrought Iron Stove on Stand; together with two antique gas burners, dia. 12 in. (3 pcs.) [$100/150] 360. Neoclassical‑Style Gilt Bronze‑Mounted Cut Glass Caviar Bowl, 19th c., mounted with frieze of paired griffins and beribboned wreaths, h. 5 in., dia. 5 1/4 in. [$100/200]
363. Antique Oak and Iron Molding Plane, l. 9 in. [$10/20]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
364. Wrought Iron Garden or Architectural Element, heart‑form, l. 29 in., w. 27 3/4 in. [$50/75]
Condition: overall good condition; surface marks and scratches; surface dirt.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
365. Antique Cast Iron Gas Lamp Post, mid‑19th c., rope twist column, knopped faceted hollow base, approx. h. 94 in., base 22 in. [$150/250] Provenance: Thomas Wilmot “Twik” Klein, found Natchez, MS, 1980.
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366. Robert Cook (American, 1921‑2017), “Alabaster Baby”, 1952, alabaster with wood base, unsigned, h. 8 in., w. 15 in., d. 9 in., overall h. 10 in. (2 pcs.) [$200/400] Condition Report: Surface dirt; scattered marks, nicks and abrasions; wear on base; sculpture not attached to base.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
367. Robert Cook (American, 1921‑2017), “Jenny Crouching” and “Jenny Playing on Knees”, 1956, 2 terracotta, both signed, dated and inscribed “Jenny” on self base; and “Jenny Nude 1”, “Jenny Nude 2” and “Jenny Nude 3”, 1952, 3 terracotta, unsigned, h. 1 1/2 in., w. 6 in., d. 2 3/4 in. to h. 5 in., w. 8 in., d. 3 in. (5 pcs.) [$200/300] Condition Report: Scattered cracks; scattered scratches; scattered marks; light scattered discolorations; surface dirt; one “Nude” has a broken and repaired leg; two have remnants of adhesive on self-base.
Condition: Overall good condition.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
369. Attributed to Jules Auguste Biaggi (Swiss/ Paris, 1878, “Untitled: Seated Female Nude”, terracotta, incised “Biaggi”, octagonal rouge marble base, h. 17 in., w. 8 1/4 in., d. 7 1/2 in. [$200/400] Condition: Overall good condition.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
371. Brutalist Metal Figure of a Man and a Plow, 1976, probably pewter, illegibly signed, possibly Goodwin, dated, and numbered 4/25, h. 9 in., acrylic plinth, overall h. 12 1/4 in., w. 5 in., d. 5 1/8 in. [$75/125]
Condition: Overall good condition. Scattered abrasions to acrylic plinth. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
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368. Patinated Bronze Figure of a Standing Male Nude, 20th c., illegibly inscribed proper left thigh, possibly “V. Jacques”, h. 13 1/4 in., wood plinth, overall h. 13 1/2 in., w. 4 1/2 in., d. 3 1/2 in. [$75/125]
370. Joseph Kusarik (20th c.), “Untitled: Abstract Woman”, carved wood, signed, recessed plinth, h. 20 in., w. 4 1/2 in., d. 4 in. [$75/125] Condition: Overall good condition.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
372. Art Nouveau Silvered Bronze Figure of a Female Nude Holding a Bird, late 19th c., h. 11 in., tired rouge marble plinth, overall h. 13 5/8 in. [$75/125]
Condition: Overall good condition. Scattered rubbing to silver surface consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
373. Patinated Bronze Figure of a World War I Soldier/Doughboy Holding a Flag and a Rifle, early 20th c., indistinctly signed, possibly A. Barea, inscribed “Per La Giustizia e Il Diritto Dei Popoli (for the justice and rights of the people)”, h. 16 1/2 in., w. 3 3/4 in., d. 6 in., later wood base, overall h. 18 7/8 in, w. 5 3/4 in., d. 11 in. [$300/500]
Condition: Repaired break to upper third of rifle. Later wood base with nicks, dings and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
374. Patinated Bronze Figure of a Bearded Man Wearing a Hat 20th c., probably Russian, Cyrillic lettering and foundry mark on base, h. 14 in. [$200/300]
Condition: Overall good condition.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
375. Bronze Figural Group of Two Women Embracing, 20th c., h. 17 in. [$200/300] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
376. Gilt Bronze Figural Group of a Maiden with Putto, after Jules Salmson, signature inscribed on self‑base, h. 11 1/2 in., w. 10 in., d. 6 in. [$150/250] 377. Bronze Figural Group of a Venus and Cupid, h. 17 in., w. 5 3/4 in., d. 5 1/2 in. [$100/200]
378. John H. Ahearn (American, b. 1951), “Tuti 1985”, painted cast plaster, unsigned, 21 in. x 28 in. x 8 in. [$100/200]
379. Antique American Giltwood Mirror, 19th c., later paint. [$300/500] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
380. American Classical Giltwood and Gesso Mirror, surmounted by an eagle, the frame in the form of opposing cornucopiae, h. 26 in., w. 25 in. [$100/200]
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382. Empire Bronze‑Mounted and Parcel Ebonized Mahogany Dressing Mirror, early 19th c., lyre and swag crest, columnar supports, bulbous stretcher, outswept pad feet, h. 36 1/2 in., w. 19 in., d. 14 1/2 in. [$100/200]
381. Antique Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Mirror, scrolled crest, rope‑molded and foliate surround, h. 52 1/2 in., w. 30 1/2 in. [$100/200]
383. B.B. Lewis Wall Clock, perpetual calendar, wood case.; together with Bombay Co. wood mounted clock, 1992, battery movement, h. 10 3/4 in., w. 7 3/4 in., d. 3 in. (2 pcs.) [$75/100]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
384. Antique George III Inlaid and Gilt Piano, Robert Stoddard “Melodium”, c. 1807, London label, h. 102 1/2 in., w. 42 in., d. 22 in. [$500/700] Condition: “AS IS”.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
385. Open Lot
386. Pleyel & Co. Grand Piano, c. 1841. [$300/500]
Provenance: Purchased for Charlotte Micaela Goldenbow (Mme. Michel Meilleur, 1828‑1896) of Royal St., New Orleans; Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections. 387. Aeolian Company Piano Player, 1906, h. 24 1/2 in., w. 39 3/4 in., d. 17 in. [$10/20] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
388. Two Continental Edged Weapons, 19th c., incl. an incised‑decorated halberd, h. 32 in.; and a short sword with bone handle, length 23 in., together with a wood handle for an unknown object. [$150/250] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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390. Chinese Semi‑Eggshell Polychrome Porcelain Lantern, two‑part lantern with birds and flowers, h. 13 in. [$75/150]
389. Two Chinese Carved Soapstone Figures of Immortals, each figure raised on a naturalistic carved stone base, the first depicted holding a peach, the second, with a three legged toad, h. 13 7/8 in. and 13 5/8 in. [$300/500]
391. Chinese Fahua Glazed Pottery Figure of an Immortal Ming Dynasty (1368‑1644), male figure modeled seated on a tall throne, his hands resting on his knees, h. 7 7/8 in., w. 4 1/2 in. Note: Small scattered losses. [$150/250] 392. Collection of Twenty Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Miniature Vases, baluster and bottle forms representing styles of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, h. 1 1/2 in. to 2 3/4 in. [$200/400]
395. Chinese “Blanc de Chine” Figure of Guandi, Qing Dynasty (1644‑1911), reverse with “John Sparks Ltd” label, h. 4 1/2 in. [$50/100]
393. Near Pair of Chinese “Longquan” Celadon Pottery Vases, ovoid bodies with waisted foliate necks, scroll handles and waisted splayed foot rings, relief decorated around the bellies with the Eight Inmmortals between carved scroll and leaf‑tip bands, h. 18 in. [$300/500]
396. Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bowls, early 20th c., interiors enameled with a central roundel enclosing a crane on a ruyi ground, surrounded by a large band of floral sprays on a lime‑green ground, recessed bases with four‑character Hongxian Yu Zhi marks, h. 2 1/2 in., dia. 5 1/8 in., on stands, Note: one with restorations; together with two celadon ground bird‑and‑butterfly plates, dia. 7 1/4 in. Note: one with restorations (4 pcs.) [$150/250]
394. Large Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Guan Jar, probably 19th c., decorated with a continuous scene of scholars and attendants in an idyllic landscape between floral and lappet bands at the shoulder and base, h. 11 in. [$50/100]
Provenance: Garden District New Orleans Estate.
397. Pair of Chinese Brown Glazed Pottery Buddhist Lions, probably late 19th/early 20th c., modeled standing four‑square with turned heads, h. 7 in. [$250/350] 398. Chinese Porcelain and Bronze Four‑Light Candelabrum, slender baluster body decorated with figures in a garden and calligraphy, bronze scroll arms and splayed base, h. 15 1/4 in. [$40/60]
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400. Chinese Bronze Stand, late Qing Dynasty (1644‑1911), reticulated bowl‑form top, three (lacking one) zoomorphic legs, circular base, h. 9 in., dia. 7 1/4 in. [$25/50] Condition: One leg is lacking. Screws to top of legs are newer and loose. Overall patination. Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
399. Chinese “Cash” Coin Sword, early 20th c., l. 18 1/4 in., w. 3 1/2 in. [$40/60]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
401. Chinese Polychrome and Gilt Lacquer Two‑Tier Stacking Box and Carrying Case, sides decorated with shaped cartouches enclosing bats and shou characters, cover with ying‑yang roundel encircled by Buddhist emblems, footed case with bronze mounted strap handle, h. 17 1/8 in. [$100/200]
402. Fossilized Hadrosaur Egg, h. 5 in. [$200/300] Provenance: New Orleans Antiquarian.
403. Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Double Gourd Vases, 19th/20th c., gilt wire decoration of ruyi heads, upright leaf tips and fish‑scale on black ground, h. 6 3/4 in. [$50/100] Condition: Both with some small areas on bruising and subsequent small losses.
404. Chinese Ge‑Style Stoneware Footed Dish, splayed octagonal stem, overall gold wire crackle, h. 3 in., dia. 6 1/8 in. [$50/75] 405. Chinese Paktong Vessel, 19th c., dragon handle, three dragon mask feet, base with punch marks, h. 2 3/4 in., l. 5 3/4 in. [$25/50] 406. Six Journals on Japanese Culture, 1935‑38, Kokusai Bunka Shinkokai, incl. “Japanese School Life through the Camera”, 1937; “Fundamentals of Japanese Architecture”, 1937; “Summer Palace and Lama Temples in Jehol”, 1935; “Japanese Painting”, vol. IV, 1938; “Gardens of Japan”, vol.I, 1937; “Japanese Architecture” (lacking cover and first few pages).[$5/10] Condition: Fair to poor.
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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407. Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Sake Cask, late 19th/early 20th c., drum‑form body, domed top, loop handles flanking a central aperture, h. 14 in., now mounted as a lamp, h. (incl. socket) 19 1/2 in. [$50/100]
409. Antique Iranian Painted Pottery Vase, possibly Tepe Giyan, painted with geometric bands around the neck, shoulder and upper body, h. 3 1/4 in. Provenance: New Orleans Antiquarian. [$100/200]
408. Group of Weaponry, incl. Japanese katana and sheath, c. 1957, overall l. 30 1/2 in.; knife in sheath, overall l. 11 1/2 in., and knife in sheath, overall l. 12 in. [$75/100]
411. Five Antique Thai Celadon Glazed “Sawankhalok” Pottery Mother Figures, each kneeling, three cradling infants, h. 3 1/2 in. to 4 1/4 in. (Note: Two heads detached, others with glue repairs); together with a stoneware elephant, h. 3 3/4 in., w. 4 in.; and a stoneware ox, h. 2 1/2 in., w. 3 1/4 in. (7 pcs.) [$250/350]
410. Four Antique Thai Buddhist Figures and Figural Fragments, incl. parcel gilt bronze, h. 7 1/8 in. (Note: head detached); stone, h. 3 1/8 in., wood base, overall h. 5 in.; giltwood, h. 4 1/4 in.; and metal‑clad wood, h. 3 in.; together with a schist spiral mound, h. 2 in. (5 pcs.) [$200/300]
413. Asian Iron‑Mounted Varnished Hardwood Plow, probably Nepalese, h. 26 3/4 in., w. 82 1/2 in. [$100/200]
414. [Mardi Gras] Collection of ball programs and an invitation from the Krewe of Mid‑City, one invitation from 1955, 15 duplicate ball programs from 1955, 2 from 1970 and one from 1968. (19 pcs.) [$25/75] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
416. [Mardi Gras] Collection of ball programs from miscellaneous krewes 1969‑1980. (21 pcs.) [$25/75] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
412. Antique Southeast Asian Bronze Buddhist Head, h. 6 1/4 in., mounted to a wood base, overall h. 9 3/4 in. Provenance: Acquired 1990s. [$100/200]
415. [Mardi Gras] Collection of ball programs and invitations from miscellaneous krewes 1961‑1972. (19 pcs.) [$25/75] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
417. [Mardi Gras] Collection of ball programs and ephemera from miscellaneous krewes 1964‑1976 (20 pcs.) [$25/75] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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419. [MARDI GRAS] Three Silverplate Comus Goblets, 1970, h. 4 Âź in., dia. 4 3/8 in. [$50/100] 418. Large Toy Steam Engine Train and Wagon, c. 1920, toy train, coal wagon, red and black paint with gold border. [$200/400]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections. 420. African Carved and Painted Wood Figural Offering Bowl, Yoruba, Nigeria, bird form lid, blue and white painted accents, h. 15 1/4 in. [$150/250]
.Condition: scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout; repaired cracks/ shrinkage to neck of bird on lid and to one arm of figure. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
421. African Carved Wood Shango Staff, Yoruba, Nigeria, l. 12 1/2 in. [$50/75] Condition: Structurally sound; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout; insect damage; shrinkage.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
422. African Carved Wood Ceremonial Adze, Mossi, Burkina Faso, figural and reptiles carving throughout, h. 25 1/2 in. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
423. Collection of African Hunting Implements, Angola, incl. 2 carved wood bows, h. 32 1/4 in., w. 8 1/4 in. and h. 43 1/2 in., w. 5 in.; carved wood and rawhide quiver, h. 18 5/8 in.; 2 steel and hide spears with hide tassels, l. 46 7/8 in. and 45 in.; two steel, hide and hair spears with hide tassels, l. 46 7/8 in. and 45 in.; steel, hide and hair spear, l. 41 1/2 in.; steel, hide and hair lance, l. 46 3/4 in.; 2 carved wood and steel hatchets, h. 15 3/4 in., w. 8 1/4 in. and h. 14 1/8 in., w. 7 5/8 in.; and carved. wood spear or arrow stand, crescent‑form, w. 8 in., d. 5 7/8 in. (10 pcs.) [$300/500] Condition: Overall fair/good condition; surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, dents, abraisons. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund
424. Two African Wove Dyed Textiles, Nigeria, figural design with birds, l. 47 in. w. 28 1/2 in., and Bambara/Bambana, geometric design, l. 57 in., w. 24 1/2 in. [$100/200] Condition: Figural design: fair condition; light staining scattered throughout; fraying to edges. Geometric design: fair condition, light scattered staining; light fraying to edges.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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425. African Carved Wood and Raffia Rhythm Pounder, Senufo, h. 47 1/2 in., w. 8 in., d. 7 7/8 in. [$150/250]
426. African Bead Wedding Necklace or Neckpiece, Maasai, design with yellow, red, black, white and blue beads, l. 31 in. [$50/100]
Condition: overall stable condition; shrinkage and possible insect damage throughout; white residue to base; surface marks, nicks and scratches throughout.
Condition: very good.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
427. African Carved and Painted Wood Ancestor Figure, Lumbo, Gabon, h. 20 in., w. 7 1/4 in., d. 3 1//2 in. [$50/100]
Condition: scattered surface marks, nicks and abrasions; shrinkages. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
428. African Wood, Animal Skin and String Ngombi/Ngombo Arched‑Harp, Gabon, sound box carved with three heads, curved neck with studs, h. 25 1/2 in., w. 34 in., d. 7 1/4 in. [$150/250] Condition: large structurally sound shrinkage/crack to carved head ornament; shrinkage to detachable curved neck; lacking three studs; one broken but intact stud; no strings remain held taught by studs; strings are loose or wrapped around curved neck; surface dirt and possible insect damage.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
429. African Grass Embellished Leather Pillow Cover, design with two women carying baskets, blue, green and neutral dyed grass, dia. 11 1/2 in. [$20/30] Condition: very good; small crease to one side.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
430. Group of African Personal Accessories, incl. wool hat, Kenya; elephant hide eyeglass case, Unganda; snakeskin belt, Uganda; bead and hide apron, h. 21 3/4 in.; pair of antelope skin sandals; and ebony hair comb, Kenya, l. 8 in., w. 2 1/4 in. (7 pcs.) [$75/100] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
431. African Beaded Gourd, Kenya, blue and white design, h. 5 1/2 in. [$50/75]
Condition: overall good condition; surface dirt, some slight discoloration to beads scattered throughout; chip to interior rim.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
432. African Carved Wood, Bone, Feather and String Bow and Five Arrows, Pygmy, Zaire, Congo, bow, l. 84 1/2 in.; arrows, l. 74 1/2 in. to 57 1/2 in. [$75/150] Condition: surface dirt; bow: overall good condition, surface marks; arrows: one missing point; one missing fletching; losses top fletching on others. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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434. Three African Drums, painted wood and bead embellished, h. 8 1/2 in., carved wood; h. 15 in.; and leather embellished wood, h. 11 5/8 in. [$100/200]
Condition: bead embellished drum: wear to painted decoration; surface marks, nicks, shrinkage and abrasions; carved wood drum: crack/shrinkage from bottom to top; chips to base; lacking strap; leather embellished drum: buckling/warping to drum head; surface marks, nicks and abrasions.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
433. African Carved Wood and Hide Drum, Uganda, twine embellishments, h. 16 1/8 in., w. 19 1/8 in., d. 17 in.; handle l. 18 1/4 in. [$100/150] Condition: overall very good condition; scattered areas of light wear to hide.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund. 435. Six African Bronze Bracelets, Nigeria and Burkina Faso, dia. 2 1/2 in., to 4 in. [$250/350] Condition: good, surface marks and scratches. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
436 African Paintings, 20th c., Ethiopia, incl. ten tempera on cardboard or sheepskin mounted to cardboard or sheepskin and one tempera on canvas (2 pcs.). [$150/250] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
437. Six African Food Accessories, incl. grass milk basket, Ethiopia, h. 11 3/8 in.; grass and leather embellished gourd, Oromo, h. 5 3/4 in., painted terracotta food pot, Mbuji‑Mayi, Congo, h. 4 5/8 in., w. 10 3/8 in.; metal brazier, h. 4 in., w. 8 1/4 in.; carved wood ve, h. 6 in.; and gourd leather and bead embellished milk container, l. 24 1/2 in., together with two woven grass rings, dia. 7 3/4 in. (9 pcs.) [$100/150] Condition: overall good condition; surface dirt; surface marks; scratches and abrasions; wear to leather; small losses to beaded embellishments.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
438. Three African Prayer Scrolls, Ethiopia, incl. ink on vellum, l. 17 in., w. 3 1/8 in.; ink on vellum with fitted leather case, warrior motif, l. 55 3/8 in., w. 3 3/4 in.; and ink on vellum, elephant l. 43 in., w. 3 1/2 in. [$300/500] Condition: overall fair condition including staining, buckling and possible insect damage; ink on vellum: 1 in. tear at start of scroll; ink on vellum with case: wear to one column of lettering and loss to one end of case.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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439. African Carved Wood Seven‑Horned Ntomo Mask, Bambara/Bamana, geometric pattern, h. 19 1/4 in. [$250/350]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, and abrasions throughout; restored break to one horn; light shrinkage. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
440. African Carved and Painted Wood Mask, probably Igbo, Nigeria, geometric design, h. 16 in. [$250/350]
Condition: scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout; tear to one woven handle. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
441. African Carved Wood Female Figure, Senufo, h. 28 1/2 in.; mounted on acrylic base, h. 3 in., w. 8 in., d. 6 1/2 in.. [$150/250]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
442. African Carved and Painted Wood Gelede Mask, Yoruba, h. 12 3/4 in., w. 12 in., d. 10 1/4 in. [$300/500]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout; two repaired cracks to the headpiece; shrinkage to center of headpiece; possibly insect damage along base.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
443. African Carved Wood, Snakeskin and Brass Pipe, Burkina Faso, shaft encircled by 10 animal head rings, l. 23 1/2 in. [$50/75]
Condition: surface dirt; chips/losses to mouth and end of pipe; animal head rings are loosened.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
444. Clyde Connell (American/Louisiana, 1901‑1998), “NO 16”, 1991, wood, metal and mixed media, signed, initialed, titled and dated on reverse, h. 19 1/2 in., w. 5 in., d. 2 in. [$500/700]
Provenance: Arthur Roger Gallery, New York, NY; Collection of Noted Preservationist and Aesthete Dorian M. Bennett,
445. African Carved Wood Stool, Ashanti, Ghana, h. 10 in., w. 13 7/8 in., d. 7 1/4 in. [$75/150]
446 African Carved Wood Ceremonial Cup, Bakuba, Western Central Congo, h. 9 in., dia. 4 1/2 in. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Condition: good condition; surface dirt; stable shrinkage/crack to one leg; surface marks, scratches, nicks and abrasions.
447. Two African Brass Forowa/Shea Butter Containers, Burkina Faso, bodies with geometric design with snales and crocodiles, one with bird finial, h. 9 1/2 in.; other with antelope finial, h. 10 in. [$100/150] Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, dents, scratches and abrasions throughout.
Condition: overall good condition; minor shrinkage to base; light surface marks and abrasions.
448. Two African Carved Wood and Metal Swords in Sheaths, Congo, l. 13 1/8 in. and 15 1/8 in. [$100/150] Condition: one arrived with detached finial; some metal embellishments, on the scabbards are loose.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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450. African Carved Wood Shetani Totem, Makonde, openwork spitit form mouth, h. 35 3/4 in., w. 6 1/4 in., d. 4 1/4 in. [$50/75]
449. Two African Silver Bracelets, Cameroon, spiraled circle and dash motif, dia. 2 3/4 in. [$50/75] Condition: good.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Condition: good condition; absence of stain to front of the wood base ‑ possibly inherent/hand of the artist. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
451. African Carved Wood Shetani Totem, Makonde, openwork form, h. 26 3/4 in., w. 10 1/2 in., d. 6 in. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
452. African Carved Wood Shetani Totem, Makonde, openwork with carved masks or heads motif, h. 18 3/4 in., w. 3 3/8 in., d. 2 1/4 in.[$50/75]
Condition: good condition; clean break to one “leg” of the sculpture; chips to base; surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
453. African Carved Wood Ibeji Group and Five Ibeji Figures, Yoruba, Nigeria, incl. 3 females, 2 males, h. 10 in. to 16 1/2 in. [$300/500]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
454 African Carved Wood Crouching Male Figure, Yoruba, Nigeria, h. 11 1/4 in.; together with a carved and painted wood figure with bowl, Yoruba, Nigeria, h. 6 1/4 in.. [$50/75] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
456. African Carved Wood Female Ceremonial Figure, Yoruba, Nigeria, geometric carving to head, h. 10 3/8 in.[$50/75] 455. African Carved and Painted Wood Covered Divination Bowl, Igbo, Nigeria, h. 9 1/4 in., dia. 14 in. [$100/200]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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Condition: good condition; surface dirt; scattered wear.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
457. Two African Bronze Ceremonial Ogboni Figures, Yoruba, Nigeria, h. 7 3/4 in. and 7 1/2 in. together with a Brass Maternity Figural Group, Yoruba, Nigeria, h. 3 1/2 in. (3 pcs.) [$100/200] Condition: surface dirt; scattered light surface marks and scratches.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
458. African Bronze Figural Altar Bell, Benin, Nigeria, crowned male figure with staff, geometric incisions, h. 7 1/4 in., w. 3 1/2 in., d. 3 3/8 in. [$100/200]
459. African Carved Wood Figure Bambara/Bamana, Mali, cloth and twine clothing, h. 15 1/8 in. [$100/200]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Condition: surface dirt; scattered marks, nicks, chips, abrasions and losses throughout; shrinkage to chest; white residue.
Condition: surface dirt; light scattered marks and scratches; overall good condition.
460. Two African Carved Wood Pulleys, Baule, Nigeria, geometric figural carving, h. 8 1/4 in. and h. 9 3/4 in; together with carved stick, possibly weaving shuttle, l. 25 3/4 in.; wood and textile stake, l. 12 3/4 in.; and carved sculptural stand, l. 9 1/2 in. (5 pcs.) [$100/150] Condition: overall good condition; surface marks, nicks, scratches and abrasions; one pulley is missing spool.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
461. African Carved and Painted Wood Agbogho Mmwo or Maiden Spirit Mask, Igbo, Nigeria, h. 22 1/2 in., w. 10 in., d. 10 1/2 in. [$150/250] Condition: scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions; losses to cheek; ear and ornamental “hairstyle” element; multiple repairs to “crown” element; fraying to fiber elements.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
462. African Carved and Painted Wood “Antelope” Mask, Bwa or Bobo, Burkina Faso or Mali, h. 17 5/8 in., w. 6 1/2 in., d. 8 in. [$200/300] Condition: surface dirt; loss to tip of one antler; scattered surface marks, nicks, and abrasions throughout; restoration to one ear.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
464 Two African Carved Wood Ancestor Figures, Dogon, Mali, incl. female, h. 18 3/4 in., and male, h. 20 1/4 in. [$100/150] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
463. African Carved and Painted Wood Mask, Cameroon, h. 14 in., w. 9 1/2 in., d. 6 1/2 in. [$100/200]
Condition: surface dirt; shrinkage; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions throughout; wear to pigment; rectangular cut out to top of head ‑ possibly inherent.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
465. African Bead Embellished Carved and Painted Wood Divination Figure, Yoruba, modeled as a seated female holding a bowl, h. 22 1/4 in. dia. 9 1/2 in. [$100/150]
Condition: heavy shrinkage and cracks to base; light shrikage throughout; scattered surface marks, nicks, chips and abrasions; 3/4 in. loss to base; possible insect damage.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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466. African Carved Wood Maternity Figure, Bambara/Bamana, Mali, h. 30 1/4 in. [$200/300] Condition: overall good condition; chips to mother’s feet and hands; surface dirt; scattered minor shrinkage, marks, nicks and abrasions; white residue. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
468. African Carved Wood Yo Domolo or Thief’s Staff, Dogon, Mali, hooked form, figural carvings, h. 27 1/2 in.[$200/300] Condition: good condition; surface dirt; shrinkage; drilled hole in the base.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
469. African Carved Wood Unity Table, Congo, base with six interlocking carved wood forms, h. 23 1/2 in.; rosewood top, cut from single board, l. 30 1/2 in., w. 30 in., d. 1 3/8 in. [$200/300] Condition: Overall good condition; base scattered wear to base.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
471. African Carved Wood Male Figure, Baule, Nigeria. H. 22 3/4 in.. [$50/75]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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467. African Carved and Painted Wood Female Figure, Igbo, Nigeria, h. 39 in. [$200/400]
470. African Carved and Painted Wood Porpianong or Hornbill, Senufo, Burkina Faso, h. 66 3/4 in., w. 37 1/2 in., d. 35 in. [$400/600]
472 African Carved Wood Granary Door, Dogon, Mali, snake, lizard and arrow carving, h. 29 1/8 in., w. 18 in.[$100/150]
Condition: scattered chips throughout; seperation at joints; shrinkage; surface dirt. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
473. African Carved and Painted Wood Satimbe Mask, Dogon, Mali, seated female figure with fiber ornaments, h. 34 1/2 in., w. 13 in., d. 5 1/2 in. [$200/300] Condition: surface dirt; fiber ornamentation covering possible repairs; chips/wear to nose, lips and feet; scattered marks, nicks and abrasions throughout.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
474. African Sword and Scabbard, possibly Dayak Mandau, metal blade, painted wood scabbard with slot for dagger embellished with hair, teeth and twine, l. (overall) 34 in., l. (blade) 16 1/4 in.; together with bead, teeth, hair and thread embellished painted wood club or l. 10 1/2 in. (2 pcs.) [$150/250] Condition: sword: surface dirt; chip/loss to hilt; scattered wear and loss to decoration; lacking dagger/knife to fit in attached slot; club and rattle: surface dirt; good condition; scattered wear/loss to decoration. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
475. African Carved Wood Sword and Scabbard, geometric carving to hilt, l. 20 1/4 in.; together with bayonet, l. 16 1/4 in. [$100/200]
Condition: scabbard is split and loose; heavy losses to wood handle of bayonet; rust to blade of bayonet. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
476. African Hunting Implements, incl. 2 bows, l. 64 1/4 in. and 47 1/2 in.; 2 arrows, l. 45 3/4 in. and 46 in.; spear, metal wrapped, bell opposite tip, l. 55 3/4 in.; six spears, longest l. 27 7/8 in.; wooden spear, l. 36 in.; and hatchet, l. 21 1/2 in. (12 pcs.) [$200/300]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, nicks and abrasions; one bow with loose string; other bow lacking string; shrinkage to shaft of arrows and losses to fletching; losses to metal wrapping on spear with bell; small nicks to blade of hatchet; possible repairs to tips of six spears; small chip to tip of wooden spear. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
477. Five African Carved Wood Figures, four male figures and one female figure, h. 10 3/4 in. to 15 in. (5 pcs.) [$150/250]
478. Four African Carved Wood Female Figures, h. 8 in. to 14 3/4 in. (4 pcs.)[$100/200]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, shrinkage, nicks, chips, small losses, and abrasions throughout.
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, shrinkage, chips, nicks and abrasions throughout; loss to arm, foot and colored pigment on the two tallest figures.
480. Two African Carved and Painted Wood Masks, one with fabric headpiece, h. 15 in.; other with metal embellishments, h. 14 1/2 in. [$75/150]
479. Three African Carved African Figures, h. 8 1/4 in. to 9 1/4 in.; together with associated figure, h. 10 1/4 in. (4 pcs.) [$75/150]
Condition: surface dirt; scattered surface marks, chips, nicks, shrinkages and abrasions throughout; loss to leg on smallest African figure; loss on leg associated figure.
Condition: both with surface dirt, marks, nicks, chips and abrasions; mask with fabric: wear and repairs to fabric and possible insect damage; mask with metal: 2 1/4 loss on side; shrinkage; metal embellishment is dented; 1 1/2 in. chip to upper.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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482. African Carved Wood Akua’ba or Akuba Doll, Asante/Ashante, Ghana, geometric carvings to head, h. 14 in., w. 5 3/4 in.[$75/125]
481. African Carved and Painted Wood Male Figure, h. 25 1/4 in. [$100/150]
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
Condition: very good condition; surface dirt; white residue; light scratches scattered throughout. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
483. Two African Carved Wood Heads, Kenya, h. 9 1/4 in. and 8 in.. [$40/60] Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
485. Three Canadian Eskimo Art Carved Stone Figures, recumbent bear, illegibly inscribed on base, h. 6 1/4 in., w. 12 1/4 in., d. 9 1/2 in.; walking bear, inscribed “MINA” and “GREAT WHALE RIVER” on base, h. 2 1/2 in., w. 5 1/4 in., d. 1 3/4 in.; and bear with seal, inscribed “Daniel 226828” h. 3 1/2 in., w. 6 in., d. 2 1/2 in. [$100/200] Condition: Scattered surface marks, nicks, chips abrasions and fissures.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
484. African Carved Wood Bow and Hide Quiver and Seven Arrows, fur embellished bow, l. 28 in.; hair embellished quiver, l. 21 3/4 in.; wooden tip arrows with feather fletching, l. 24 1/2 in. to 26 1/2 in. (9 pcs.) [$150/250] Condition: overall good condition; bow remains strung; small losses to fletching on arrows. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
486. Three Canadian Eskimo Art Carved Stone Figural Groups, incl. embracing figures, illegibly inscribed, h. 4 3/8 in.; male with seal, h. 4 5/8 in.; and kneeling hunter with animal, h. 2 5/8 in. [$75/150]
Condition: Scattered surface marks, nicks, chips abrasions and fissures.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
487. Three Canadian Eskimo Art Carved Stone Figures, incl. walrus, inscribed “D.A. 184134”, illegibly signed, h. 5 in., w. 9 in., d. 4 ½ in.; seal or sea lion, signed “C. PIERCE”, inscribed “CAPE DORSET”, h. 2 in., w. 6 1/4 in., d. 3 in.; walrus, numbered “12829”, illegibly inscribed, h. 3 in., w. 4 1/2 in., d. 2 in.; together with stone plaque carved with seal and otter, h. 3 5/8 in., w. 3 in. (4 pcs.) [$100/200] Condition: Scattered surface marks, nicks, chips abrasions and fissures.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
488. Four Canadian Eskimo Art Carved Stone Figures, incl. bird, Canadian Eskimo Art “Igloo” label on base, illegibly inscribed, h. 3 5/8 in.; eagle, illegibly inscribed, h. 6 1/2 in.; bird, inscribed “BEKOALOOK”, h. 3 3/8 in.; and dove with base, overall h. 2 1/8 in. [$100/200] Condition: Scattered surface marks, nicks, chips abrasions and fissures; dove is detached from base.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund.
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489. Carved Wood and Metal Opium Pipe, figural wood ornament, l. 20 1/8 in.; together with two glass and metal oil lamps, h. 5 in.[$75/100] Condition: pipe: surface dirt; shrinkage; metal bowl is loose; surface marks, nicks and abrasions; lamps: surface dirt; white residue; surface marks, nicks and abrasions; fraying to fabric where glass meets metal; burn marks in base of glass well.
Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund. 490 Tribal Carved Wood Bust of a Woman, h. 10 1/2 in., w. 6 in., d. 4 in.[$50/100] Condition: Surface marks, nicks and scratches.
491 African School, 20th c., “Dancers around a Fire”, gouache on paper, signed “Dongou” lower right, 9 3/4 in. x 12 3/4 in., framed. [$75/100]
Condition Report: Slightly unevenly trimmed edges; very light surface dirt; remnant of brown tape hinge along upper edge en verso; 2 clear tape hinges in upper corners en verso; Frame ‑ modern gold painted wood; marks, nicks and abrasions. Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, sold to benefit their collections, care and acquisitions fund.
492 Five Confederate Bonds, incl. Alabama, 1861; Tennessee, 1861; South Carolina, 1861; Georgia, 1862; and North Carolina, 1863; largest h. 21 1/2 in., l. 17 in. [$300/500]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
493 [Texas Obsolete Currency], eight Texan obsolete currency notes, incl.: $100, Consolidated Fund, Houston, 1837; $100 Treasury Warrant, Austin 1865; $2.50 Treasury Warrant, Austin, 1862: $20 Treasury Warrant, Austin, 1863; $3 Washington County Script, Brenham, 1862; $10 Government of Texas, Houston, 1839; $50 Republic of Texas, 1840; and an apparent counterfeit $1 Commercial and Agricultural Bank of Texas, printed on a composite sheet of Louisiana Confederate notes. [$600/900] Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
494 [Confederate and Obsolete Currency], sixteen Confederate notes, from various states; and two obsolete notes from The Territory of Florida, 1830; and The Mississippi & Alabama Railroad Company, 1838. [$500/700]
Provenance: Property deaccessioned from the Louisiana State Museum, proceeds to be used for new acquisitions or the direct care of existing collections.
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