Neal Auction
Winter Estates Auction February 12 & 13, 2011
Above: James Augustus McLean (American, 1904-1989) ”Wash Day,” oil on canvas, signed, 40 1/2 in. x 50 1/2 in. Front Cover (detail): Marie Adrien Persac (French/New Orleans, 1823-1873), “Palo Alto Plantation, Ascension Parish,” gouache and collage on paper, 17 in. x 23 in. Back Cover (detail): An Important American Gothic Carved Rosewood Center Table, c. 1845, after a design by Alexander Jackson Davis (1803-1892), NY.
WINTER ESTATES AUCTION FEBRUARY 12 & 13, 2011 On Our Premises 4038 Magazine Street & 3923 Carondelet Street • FEATURING: • Important Paintings from the Collection of Wayne Francis Palmer, Sr., Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL • Furniture and Decorative Arts De-accessioned by The Audubon House, Key West, FL • Property Sold for the Benefit of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA • Property from the Estate of Etta Bates, Noted Albany, GA, Collector • African and Oceanic Art De-accessioned by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art • Property from the Estate of Mrs. Betty Jane Gauthier, Metairie, LA • An Extensive Collection of Mardi Gras Memorabilia • And Property of Various Estates
EXHIBITION beginning Monday, January 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special Saturday Preview, February 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening Preview Reception, Thursday, February 10, 5 to 7 p.m. AUCTION SCHEDULE Saturday, February 12, 10 a.m., 4038 Magazine Street Sunday, February 13, 10 a.m., 3923 Carondelet Street
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Audubon House
The Audubon House was built by John Huling
In the last few years the Foundation has focused on
Geiger (1807-1885), Key West’s first harbor pilot
the mid 19th century origin of the house, enlisting
and one of the most successful shipwreck salvage
furniture historian Katia Dabdoub Hechema to
captains in the antebellum Florida Keys. It remained
conduct primary research into 19th century Key
in his family until 1958 when it was slated for
West and Geiger family history, and to develop a
demolition. Colonel and Frances Wolfson purchased
historically appropriate furnishing plan. They have
the house and established the Mitchell Wolfson
undertaken a thorough review of the present
Family Foundation to care for it. The property was
collection to identify those objects which fall beyond
opened to the public as a historic house museum in
their focus.
1960.
Neal Auction Company is honored to be entrusted
It is named for John James Audubon who is known
with this project. The objects being de-accessioned
to have visited the property in 1832 during his
represent a diverse and layered collection especially
voyage to the Florida Keys. Audubon’s “White
centered upon late 18th/early 19th century
Crowned Pigeon” features a branch of Cordia
furnishings and decorations.
sebestena from the garden. Cordia sebestena is now known by the common name “Geiger tree” in honor of Captain Geiger. W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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Session One
Saturday, February 12, 10 a.m. 4038 Magazine Street
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3. A Fine Paris Porcelain Cup, first half 19th c., heavily gilt all over, polychrome floral reserves and finely painted gilt decoration; together with a slightly later Paris porcelain gilt-banded saucer. $200/400 4. A Paris Porcelain Veilleuse, mid19th c., decorated with gilt bands and polychrome floral reserves, height 8 in. $250/350 W 5. A Monumental Antique
Continental Polychrome Porcelain Baluster Form Vase, late 19th c., decorated with a continuous tropical landscape featuring a flamingo and a hummingbird, unmarked, height 24 1/2 in.
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$300/500 6. A Napoleon III Patinated Bronze Tazza, c. 1870, after a design by Ferdinand Levillain (18371905), marked by the founder “F. Barbedienne”, the well with a portrait medallion of “Antinous”, scroll handles terminating in Satyr masks, height 3 3/4 in., diameter 10 in., across handle 16 1/4 in.
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Cholic” and “The Headache”, late 19th/early 20th c., after George Cruikshank (English, 17921878), each inscribed “G. Cruikshank, fec.” lower left, each sight 9 in. x 11 in., matted and framed alike. $200/300
7. A French “Souvenir d’Egypte” Patinated Bronze Covered Urn, 19th c., the lid surmounted by a griffon, the waist modeled with recumbent bacchantes, each handle in the form of a lioness, the stem on a stepped foot, raised on a black marble plinth, height 11 1/2 in.
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$300/500 8. A Fine French Champlevé Enamel and Gilt Bronze Beaker Vase, late 19th c., marked “F. Barbedienne” at the lip, with stylized emblem of three lilies and a banner reading “Puritas” on a bleu céleste ground, height 11 1/2 in.
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2. French School, 19th c., “Josephine” and “Napoleon”, pair of watercolor miniatures on ivory, each signed “Berton” mid-right, presented together in a fine gilt bronze conjoined frame surmounted with an Imperial crown and connected by the cipher “N”, each image 2 in. x 1 3/4 in., frame 3 3/4 in. x 3 1/4 in. $400/600
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9. Four Carrara Marble Profile Busts of Roman Emperors, including Augustus, Tiberius and Titus; each figure mounted to brêche d’Alep plaques set within wood frames, 22 1/2 in. x 19 in.
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$500/750 10. An Indian Painted Ivory Panel, depicting a snake charmer resting beneath a tree, sight 5 1/2 in. x 3 1/8 in., matted and framed. $500/700 W 11. An Egyptian Faïence
Shabti, the figure modeled standing on a rectangular plinth, with plaited hair falling over each shoulder and arms crossed at the chest, height 2 3/4 in. $400/600 12. A Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Jardinière, c. 1855, stamped “H. Picard” for Henri Picard (wc. Paris 1831-1864), foliate scroll handles, sides with crest of coronet amid putti, tin liner, scroll feet, height 7 in., length 23 1/4 in., width 14 in.
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13. A Pair of Italian Carved and Verte Peinte Prickets, fluted and acanthus-decorated columns on tripartite bases with stylized paw feet, height 40 in., width 16 in., depth 16 in.
14. A Pair of Antique French Bronze Chenets, pineapple finials, balustrade with rosette blocks and relief scene between spiral fluted legs, height 11 1/2 in., width 27 in., depth 16 in.
$800/1200
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15. A Fine Napoleon III 1st Standard Silver Coupe, Émile Froment-Meurice, 390 Rue St. Honoré, Paris, 1865-1867, marked with head of Minerva and Maison Froment-Meurice, Paris, in the form of a stylized Nautilus shell, with winged caryatid handle, cast dolphins above open scrollwork base, height 10 3/4 in., weight 37.70 troy ozs. $2500/3500
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16. An Antique Swedish Sterling Silver Tankard, C.G. Hallberg, Stockholm, 1901, plain cylindrical form raised on three applied strapwork faced ball feet, the hinged cover also with strapwork and leafy bands, center medallion depicting the King of Sweden, Oscar II Sveriges Och Norges Konung, signed by the sculptor Lea Ahihorn, gilt wash interior, height 8 in., weight 25.60 troy ozs. $1000/1500 17. A Pair of Antique Celadon Pâte-Sur-Pâte and Ormolu-Mounted Vases, French, central floral reserves, beribboned wreath handles, the bases with olive branch border and trophée relief plaques, now mounted as lamps, height 13 1/2 in., diameter 6 in.
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18. A Pair of Italian Carved Walnut Sconces, 19th c., the beribboned trophée backplate with coat of arms issuing two candle arms, height 40 3/4 in., width 16 in., depth 4 1/2 in. $800/1200
19. H. Ali Sajjadi (Iranian, 20th c.), “An Elegant Woman Carrying Vases”, miniature painting on ivory, artist’s label en verso of frame, sight 7 1/2 in. x 3 1/2 in., in the original inlaid ivory frame. $300/500
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20. A Louis XV-Style Carved Walnut and Caned Chaise de Bureau, 19th c., shaped and molded back and arms, circular swivel seat, molded seat rail, cabriole legs joined by stretcher, scrolled feet. $1000/1500 21. A Venetian Carved, Caned and Verte Peinte Fauteuil, late 18th c., old caned seat “as is”; open work shield back, shaped seat rail, cabriole legs. Note: Retains old paint throughout, arms rubbed. $1000/1500 22. An Italian Painted Bombé Commode, 19th c., probably Venetian, original yellow ground; shaped top over two drawers; carved and molded apron, cabriole legs; rubbed surface, some paint restoration, height 36 in., width 46 in., depth 23 in. $2500/3500 20
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24. A Continental Stenciled, Faux Tortoise and Inlaid Fruitwood Teapoy, c. 1825, octagonal lift top, fitted interior compartments with blue and white glazed jars, shaped skirt; on an associated stand with square tapered legs ending in cuffs, shaped stretcher and plinth, height 32 in., width 20 in., depth 20 in.
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23. A Biedermeier Mahogany, Birch, Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Globustisch Work Table, c. 1820, Vienna, domed lid painted with signs of the zodiac, fitted interior with mirrored niche, thread spools, and secret drawers, banded inlaid waist, carved lion’s mask supports ending in paw feet, incurvate plinth, height 36 in., diameter 16 in. $6000/8000 Note: This globe-form worktable is a distinctive Biedermeier form with an emphasis on geometric purity, which required a very skilled cabinetmaker to produce. A c. 1825 design for a Globustisch such as the lot seen here by Viennese draftsman Friedrich Paulus is illustrated in Himmelheber. Biedermeier Furniture, fig. 13. Another related example, purchased by Queen Charlotte as a birthday gift for Princess Augusta in 1810, is illustrated in Jourdain. Regency Furniture, fig. 152.
$1500/2500
Reference: Wilkie, Biedermeier, pp. 100 - 101, figs. 90 - 92.
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25. LouisFrançois, Baron Lejeune (French, 17751848), “A Noble Napoleonic Cadet”, c. 1805, oil on canvas, signed “F. Lejune” on edge of the table at left center, with Atlantic Transports, Paris, and Davies, Turner & Co., Ltd., London labels en verso of frame, the latter inscribed “Rothschild”; inscribed in pencil “signé F. Lejune” en verso of stretcher, 36 3/4 in. x 29 in., in a very good period frame. $4000/6000 Provenance: With the collector, Wayne Francis Palmer (1895-1983), Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL; thence by descent in the Palmer Family. Wayne Francis Palmer was a graduate of Phillips Academy, Andover; Dartmouth College; and the U.S. Naval Academy. Palmer is noted for his many accomplishments in the field of engineering, which include the design and construction of the Bankhead and George Wallace subaqueous Tunnels in Mobile, AL, and the publications Developments in Trench-Type Tunnel Construction, 1975, and Men of Ships and Steel, 1935. An avid art and antiques collector, Palmer was equally philanthropic. As a supporter of the Mobile Museum of Art, Palmer donated numerous works to that institution throughout the years, including: “View of Girgenti, Sicily” by Camille Jean Baptiste Corot (G73.17.02); “Woman Reading” by Pablo Picasso (G77.40.01); “Vase of Flowers” by Pierre August Renoir (G71.24.01); “Morning,” “Noon”, and “Night” by Dominique Serres (G75.16.01 - .03); and “Grand Bank - East Hampton” by Thomas Moran (G74.22.01), among others. Note: This evocative picture perfectly catches the understated mood and quiet sensuality of Lejeune’s earliest manner. His subject--perhaps one of the aides-decamp of Marshal Berthier, whose uniforms and accoutrements he collectively painted in an extended series from 1800 to 1812--is depicted as the young scion of a noble house (his family’s shield of arms, with a princely or ducal coronet, is shown in the upper corner), at the delicate stage of transition from adolescence to manhood. His direct gaze, tender expression, and overlarge hands make it clear that Lejeune responded directly to the dreaming appeal of this handsome young cadet. The
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most striking thing about the image is the nonchalant way in which a high officer’s sword is being disengaged from its sheath: the blade is prominently inscribed “SA MA...”, which could even be a reference to “HIS MA[jesty] (the Emperor). It may be that the eventual identification of the armorial blazon (whose coronet is capped with a cross, and whose charges are “party, silver with three sable bars barry, surmounted by a bend gules; and a Cross of Jerusalem, gules”) will perhaps be traced to a knightly 25 or clerical family which might have won the latter element in the Crusades. Or it may be that details of the uniform, helmet, sword, or arms might reveal a closer link with Napoleon himself. Baron Lejeune was born in Strasbourg and studied in the Parisian studio of PierreHenri de Valençiennes (1750-1819), but enlisted in the army in 1792. Until his retirement 32 years later, he had a brilliant career with the engineers and artillery, and as aide-de-camp to General Jacob, then Marshal Berthier, and chief of staff to General Davout, then Marshal Oudinot. He became a sergeant in 1793, a lieutenant in 1794, a captain in 1798, a colonel in 1808, and a general in 1812; he rose successively through three ranks to become a commander of the Légion d’Honneur, and was also a commander of the Order of Maximilian, a member of the Order of Leopold, and a Knight of Saint-Louis. He was ennobled as a Baron d’Empire in 1810. He was married in 1821 to the sister of General Clary, a niece of the Queen of Sweden; in 1824 the King of Sweden conferred on him the Grand Cross of the Order of the Sword. Throughout his career he kept his artistic materials close to hand, and became celebrated for the truth and vigor of his battle-pictures, some of the grandest of which are at Versailles. He was a precocious pioneer in the introduction of lithography to France: in 1806 he drew and printed an edition of his Cossack on the Munich press of Alois Senefelder (1771-1834), the inventor of the technique, and that same week presented a print of it to Napoleon in Paris. His windblown and richly colored Self-Portrait of 1813, in which he is shown sketching on his helmet, in full uniform, is one of the principal icons of Romantic art. He became director of the École des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse in 1837, and mayor of that city in 1841; he died there of a heart attack at 73.
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28. Thomas Ender (Austrian, 17931875), “A Landing Stage on the Rhine”, oil on canvas, monogrammed lower right, 7 1/2 in. x 9 1/2 in., in a period cove-molded carved and giltwood frame. $4000/6000 29. Cipriano Antonio Mannucci (Italian, 1882-1970), “The Music Lesson”, watercolor on paper, signed upper left, 20 7/8 in. x 14 1/4 in., in a gessoed and giltwood frame. 29
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Elliot (American, 1835-1915), “Zonotrichia Belli” and “Passerculus Alaudinus”, 19th c., two handcolored lithographs, by Bowen & Co., Philadelphia, sight 17 3/4 in. x 14 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed.
26. Dutch School, late 18th/early 19th c., “Still Life With Precious Objects”, oil on canvas, signed faintly and illegibly, 28 in. x 36 in., in a carved, gessoed, and giltwood frame.
$300/500
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31. Sir William Hamilton (English, 1739-1803), four hand-colored engravings from Collection of Etruscan, Greek and Roman Antiquities from the Cabinet of the Hon. William Hamilton, 1766-1867, one sight 17 3/4 in. x 27 in., one 12 in. x 24 1/2 in., and two 11 1/2 in. x 16 1/2 in., attractively framed. $500/700 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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32. A Chesterfield Settee, of typical form with tufted back and arms, two loose cushions, turned feet, height 31 in., width 70 in., depth 37 1/2 in. $1500/2000
33. A Fine American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Tea Table, c. 1775-1785, attributed to Thomas Burling, New York, circular tilt top with bird-cage support, baluster-turned stem, arched cabriole legs, claw and ball feet, height 29 in., diameter 32 in Note: Old repair at one foot, slight meandering shrinkage line at top. $1200/1800
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34. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Dumbwaiter, c. 1820-1825, Boston, three graduated dished tiers, baluster supports, raised on arched legs with lotuscarved scroll feet, height 48 1/2 in. $1000/1500
35. An American Gothic Carved Mahogany Bookcase, 19th c., molded cornice, plain frieze, four glazed doors with Gothic tracery, retains four interior shelves, shaped apron on turned feet, height 76 1/8 in., width 65 7/8 in., depth 14 in. $2000/3000
36. A Rare Antique American Brass-Bound Mahogany Portfolio Case, late 19th c., raised panel fall front opening to three original folio leaves, elaborate strapwork brass hinges, trestle base, casters, height 51 1/2 in., width 51 1/8 in., depth 8 in. $1500/2500 Note: This form is most appropriate for very large prints such as Audubon’s Elephant Folio or maps. The mobility is most likely indicative of usage in a large library or collection.
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37. An English Aesthetic Davenport Desk, mid-19th c., drawer stamped James Schoolbred, gallery superstructure, the slant front with inset leather writing surface opening to interior fitted with drawers, cased with paneled front, legs ending in casters, height 37 in., width 23 in., depth 22 in. $500/750 38. A William and Mary Mixed Woods Highchair, 17th c. and later, scrolled crest, molded stiles, arched caned back, turned and blocked legs ending in Spanish feet, turned stretchers. $1000/1500 Provenance: Israel Sack.
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40. An Antique George III-Style Carved Walnut Stool, rectangular needlepoint upholstered seat, acanthus carved cabriole legs, pad feet, height 19 in., width 23 in., depth 15 1/2 in.
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39. An Antique Gothic Revival Carved Maple Settee, back with trefoil carved blind fretwork, quatrefoil carved seat rail, bracketed tapered legs, height 39 1/4 in., width 55 3/4 in., depth 21 7/8 in.
$1200/1800
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43. A Pair of Continental Walnut and Marquetry Highback Chairs, late 17th c., shell and scrolled crest rail, caned back with armorial marquetry splat, trapezoidal seat, cabriole legs ending in blocked feet, arched medial stretcher. $1000/1500 Provenance: Henry Stern, New Orleans.
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41. A George III Carved Mahogany Corner Chair, 18th c., shaped crest rail, scroll arms, pierced vasiform splats, slip seat, molded Marlborough legs.
44. An Antique Italian RenaissanceStyle Carved Walnut Refectory Table, plank top, baluster-turned trestle supports joined by a stretcher, height 31 1/2 in., width 108 1/2 in., depth 28 3/4 in. $2000/3000
$500/700 42. An English Carved Rosewood Canterbury, mid-19th c., pierced gallery with turned finials, barley twist uprights, the divided base fitted with a drawer, on turned feet, height 40 in., width 22 in., depth 16 in. $800/1200 45
45. A Pair of Moorish Shell and Exotic Woods Inlaid Tabourets, finely decorated, octagonal dished top, conforming sides with reticulated panels continuing into arches, faceted legs, block feet, height 32 in., width 22 1/2 in., depth 22 1/2 in. $2000/3000
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46. An Antique Italian Carved Walnut Cupboard, 18th c., reticulated pediment, dentil molded cornice, raised panel doors; the conforming base with bracket feet, height 70 3/4 in., width 38 in., depth 16 7/8 in. $1500/2500 47. A Pair of Antique English Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Collector’s Cabinets, each with raised panel doors, one fitted with seven drawers, the other having shelves, integral stands with bracketed square legs, blocked feet, height 48 in., width 18 7/8 in., depth 12 1/4 in. $3000/4000 48. George Tobin (British, 1768-1838), “Sailing Ship in a Storm”, 1807, watercolor on paper, initialed and dated lower left, inscribed “TOBIN. George. 1807” en verso, 7 7/8 in. x 12 1/2 in., with an églomisé mat and in a plain black wood frame. $800/1200 49. Continental School, late 17th/early 18th c., “Parlay Before a Battle”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 30 3/4 in. x 45 3/4 in., in a later frame. $700/1000 47
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50. Sir Martin Archer Shee, P.R.A. (Irish/British, 17691850), “Master George Finch (1794-1870)”, c. 1805, oil on canvas, unsigned, titled lower right, 42 5/8 in. x 30 3/4 in., in the very good original carved, gessoed, and giltwood frame. $5000/7500 Provenance: With the collector, Wayne Francis Palmer (1895-1983), Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL; thence by descent in the Palmer Family. Note: Master Finch was the illegitimate son of the ninth Earl of Winchilsea (4 November 1752-2 August 1826), who was a lieutenant colonel with the British forces during the American Revolutionary War, and became a celebrated batsman and patron of cricket; he never married. Young George is shown here just preceding or during his years at Harrow School, after which he went up to Cambridge. He became successively a Member of Parliament for Lymington (182021), Stamford (1832-37), and Rutland (1846-47); on his father’s death he inherited the family estates, including Burley House, Rutland. By his second wife, Lady Louisa Somerset (daughter of the sixth Duke of Beaufort), he had a son, George Henry Finch (1835-1907). The latter published a guide to Burley House, which however lists only one portrait of our sitter, as an adult, “presented to him by his tenants” who chose Samuel Laurence of London (1812-1884) to draw the likeness. From this we can infer that this painting was separated from the family collection by the middle of the 19th century, though it does bear a
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contemporaneous “butler’s inscription,” as is typical of paintings exhibited in the picture galleries of the great English country houses (his father’s portrait from Burley does, as well). Martin Archer Shee was an exact contemporary of Sir Thomas Lawrence (17691830), who preceded him from 1820 to 1830 as President of the Royal Academy. Shee left his native Dublin in 1788, and was introduced in that year to Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), the first President of the R. A. (1768). Shee was made an Associate in 1798, and an Academician in 1800. He married and moved into the house in Cavendish Square vacated at the death of George Romney, setting himself up as Romney’s successor (though he had early competition from his older contemporaries Hoppner and Raeburn, and especially Lawrence). This exceptional portrait is of the large size that Shee reserved for his best three-quarter-length figures--or seated full figures--and is remarkably precocious in its inspired composition. The winsome schoolboy is shown seated on a rock, as it were in one of the glens of Burley Park, with a glint of water below, and one of the typical hills of Rutland in the distance; Shee used this identical composition (and a slight modification of this same costume) some 15 years later, in his smaller painting of his own son William, in c. 1820 (Royal Academy Collection). This picture brilliantly reflects the crisp and confident delineation of Shee’s best early manner; its autumnal foliage naturally sets off the variegated browns of the sitter’s hair and draperies, resulting in an image that may well be ranked as one of the painter’s quintessential masterpieces.
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51. A Pair of Good Edwardian Painted Satinwood and Caned Bergères, early 20th c., probably London, in the style of Robert Adam, crest with central scroll, conforming seat with cushion, tapered and fluted legs, ending in casters. $2000/3000
53. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Short-Eared Owl”, 1975, watercolor on paper, signed, titled and dated lower right, sight 25 in. x 19 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $2000/3000 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA. 54
52. A William and Mary Carved Oak Blanket Chest, late 17th/early 18th c., paneled lift top, strap hinges, open interior, paneled sides, molded block feet, height 26 1/4 in., width 53 1/2 in., depth 24 in. $1000/2000
54. Archibald Thorburn (Scottish, 1860-1935), “Widgeon and Greyleg”, watercolor and gouache, signed and dated “1915” lower right, sight 20 3/4 in. x 16 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $3500/5500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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1935), a group of 80 fine color letterpress plates, on heavy coated stock, each 10 in. x 12 1/2 in., from Thorburn’s British Birds, Longman, Green & Co., 19131918; together with 30 smaller format prints from a later edition, all prints matted. $600/900 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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56. School of Melchior d’Hondecoeter (Dutch, 1636-1695), “A Family of Fowl with a Turkey in a Farmyard” and “Two Cocks Fighting Amid Chickens and Peacocks in the Garden of a Domed Villa”, c. 1700, oil on wood panel, both unsigned, each with 19th c. framer labels of “Alexander Cooper/ 32 Constitution St./ Leith [Scotland]” en verso of frames, each 12 in. x 15 in., the first in a foliate giltwood frame, the second in a 19th c. cove-molded giltwood frame. $30000/50000 Provenance: With the collector, Wayne Francis Palmer (1895-1983), Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL; thence by descent in the Palmer Family. Note: These very beautiful paintings have a jewel-like precision, both of pictorial form and of preservation; they show only widely scattered, small patches of inpaint, as for example three tiny areas on the turkey and a random few in the foliage. They perfectly exemplify a compositional pattern which Hondecoeter used from about 1670 through the remaining quarter-century of his life (and which proved still widely appealing for years after his death): “birds … seen close up in the centre of the [design], others entering from left or right, their bodies
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sometimes cropped by the frame, the middle ground blocked by a … tree or architectural ruins across one half of the [composition], the remaining side opening to a distant vista [of] an Italianate mansion … or a farmhouse” (Richard C. Mühlberger, The Dictionary of Art, 34 vols., Jane Turner, ed., London 1996, 14:706). Such was the popularity of this ‘Raphael of bird painters’ that his compositional formulas were very widely repeated for well over a century after his death, though very rarely with the skill and assurance seen in this remarkable pair of paintings (and evidently not by either of the identified followers specifically named by Mühlberger, that is Adriaen van Oolen or Aert Schouman). As one eminent authority on Dutch art has observed, “The broad highlighting of the feathers appears to be unique to the artist of the Palmer paintings.” A highly diagnostic change from Hondecoeter’s personal technique is the execution of these splendid pictures on wood panels: the originator of the classic pattern painted exclusively on canvas, and at somewhat larger size; this artist’s choice of small panels as his pictorial supports insures an even more lustrous finish, and a concentration of the images into the perfect size for ‘cabinet pictures.’
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59. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Barn Owl”, 1975, watercolor on paper, signed, titled and dated, sight 24 3/4 in. x 19 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $1800/2500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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57. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Red Crested Pochard”, 1965, watercolor on paper, signed lower left, inscribed “completed August 10th, 1965” lower right, sight 20 1/4 in. x 25 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed.
58. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Blackbirds”, 1967, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower left, sight 25 1/4 in. x 19 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed.
$1800/2500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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60. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Chinese Ring-Necked Pheasant”, 1971, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, sight 20 1/4 in. x 25 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed. $2000/3000 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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$1200/1800 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA. 63. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Skylark” and “Bluethroat”, both watercolor on paper, both signed lower right, sight 11 3/4 in. x 7 3/4 in., both attractively matted and framed. $1200/1800 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA. 64. Basil Ede (English, b. 1931), “Cardinals”, 1970, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, sight 25 1/4 in. x 20 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed. $1800/2500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA.
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Antique Botanical Prints, “Iris Decora” and “Eria Paniculata”, hand-colored lithographs by Maxim Gauci’s Plantae Asisticae Rariores, 1829-1832 and “Iris Hungarica”, hand-colored engraving, c. 1805, published by Kitaibel, Vienna, sights approx. 18 in. x 13 in., attractively matted and framed.
group of 8 (out of ten) lithographs from Memoire sur une Maniere Nouvelle de Pratiquer l’Operation de la Pierre par le Baron Dupuytren, 1836, by Sanson and Begin, published by Bailliere, Paris, large folio, 24 in. x 18 in., after drawings by N. H Jacob, drawn on stone by Langlume, with original boards and text, Note: Loose, condition. $800/1200
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68. Basilius Besler German, 1561-1629), “Leucoium bulbosum”, handcolored engraving, sight 19 3/4 in. x 15 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed.
70. Italian School, late 18th/early 19th c., “Classical Landscape with Ruins and Figures”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 56 1/4 in. x 44 in., in an exceptional period carved giltwood frame, with bold egg and dart molding and fine acanthus leaves over polished gilt ovolo molding.
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71. Ludolf Bakhuizen (Dutch, 1631-1708), “Dutch Men o’War and Smaller Craft at a Port near Amsterdam”, 1680s/1690s, oil on canvas, unsigned, 25 1/2 in. x 32 in., in a carved and gessoed giltwood frame, with artist’s plaque on recto.
chop on the shallow water. Many of these same similarities of pictorial size and motifs are shared by other pictures of Bakhuizen’s; and—apart from a more tempestuous setting—the shape of the sails here closely mirrors those in the National Gallery of Art’s early masterpiece of Ships Off a Rocky Coast, signed in 1667.
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Though born on the far side of the Ems estuary and first trained as a clerk in his native East Friesian town of Emden, Bakhuizen moved with his family to Amsterdam in 1649, where he came under the influence of Willem Van de Velde the Elder, and practiced the same style of fine marine drawing that emphasized his naturally superior calligraphy. He is reliably said to have learned to paint marine subjects in oils from Hendrik Dubbels (1620/1-1676?) and Allart van Everdingen (1621-1675), and was already recognized for that specialty by 1658—though he did not join the Amsterdam guild of painters until 1663, and did not declare his profession as a painter until his third marriage in 1664 (to a lady who left him a considerable fortune on her death in 1678, after which he married again). His fame brought European recognition: the Grand-Duke of Tuscany, Cosimo III de’ Medici, the Elector of Saxony, Frederick I of Prussia, and the Tsar of Russia, Peter the Great, all frequented his studio (where the latter is said to have taken drawing lessons). His concentration on the sea around Amsterdam, and the shipping that made it great, is beautifully epitomized in this fine picture of East Indiamen at anchor before their mercantile warehouses, and the harbor traffic between them.
Provenance: With the collector, Wayne Francis Palmer (1895-1983), Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL; thence by descent in the Palmer Family. Note: This fine picture is a work in Bakhuizen’s most characteristic manner, well representing his status as the leading marine painter in Holland for the 35 years following the departure of the Van de Veldes for England in 1672/73. Its composition and details are nearly identical with a signed picture of 1701 differing only marginally in size (27 3/4 x 37 1/8 in.), representing Men O’ War with a Galley and Other Shipping (Sotheby’s London, 12 December 2002, lot 30): the banners and pennant—as in this painting signifying command by an Admiral of the Main—with the billowing sails on the near vessel, and the furled rigging on the farther, the glimpse of another ship (in this case a fluyt, or flute) at the left margin, and the loaded ferry, are all in essentially the same positions, and oriented in the same sense, as in this picture. Another very close parallel is a prominently signed smaller painting of Shipping on the Ij of the 1680s (Sotheby’s London, 7 July 2010, lot 33), in which the proportions of the various masts to the height of the picture are even more analogous, as is the medium
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72. Willem Van de Velde the Younger (Dutch, 1633-1707), “Dutch Coastal Craft Colliding in a Stiff Breeze, with other Shipping Beyond”, c. 1670s, oil on wood panel, signed lower right, label from early 20th c. auction catalogue en verso “Van der Cappelle, lot 275” with black stencil “99KJ” and white chalk inscription, “Detwiler / + St Georges Galls” [London?] also en verso, 16 5/8 in. x 24 in., in a late 18th or early 19th c. carved and gilt-washed wood frame. $7000/10000 Provenance: With the collector, Wayne Francis Palmer (1895-1983), Springlake Plantation, Mobile, AL; thence by descent in the Palmer Family. Note: This wonderful picture, with its sense of high drama and movement under a spectacular sky, is a quintessentially characteristic “cabinet painting” by the younger Van de Velde. It may well have been painted in England, to which both Willem Van de Veldes, father and son, transferred in 1672/73 at the invitation of King Charles II (Willem the Younger’s salary being £100), to studios in the Queen’s House, Greenwich Palace. A slightly earlier panel painting by Michiel van Musscher (1645-1705) shows Willem the Younger in the process of painting in oils from his father’s grisaille sketches, spread out on the floor of his Amsterdam studio (Lord Northbrook private collection); this was his preferred method of composition throughout his long life, in which he became perhaps the most prominent marine painter in Europe.
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This painting (partly affected by crackled varnish on the sails, though with the underlying paint layers apparently unchanged) shows greater than usual dynamism and coloristic variety. The craft colliding in the foreground—a motif almost unknown in 17th-c. marine paintings—are probably kaags, though possibly the slightly more elaborate vessels called smalschips; the medium-sized boat heading toward them is apparently a hoeker, and the larger ship in the distance is probably a brig, or a snow. The splendid silhouette of the far shore, with its distant town, hilltop castle, and conical mountain, is remarkable; the closest foreground object is apparently a buoy. The seamen converging at the point of contact, attempting to ward off the impact, are painted with a profusion of gesture, color, and chiaroscuro; the boats themselves are beautifully differentiated; the eruptions of spray, and especially the sail of the near vessel torn by the wind, are typical Van de Velde features that are handled here with sureness, vigor, and precision. Panel pictures ascribed to this artist are rare on the market and signed examples are highly unusual (compare those at Christie’s South Kensington, 11 November 2009, lot 5; Christie’s London, 6 December 2007, lot 6; and Christie’s Amsterdam, 11 May 2005, lot 66). References: E.H.H. Archibald, Dictionary of Sea Painters, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 1980/1982), pp. 49, 52-53, 190-192, pls. 147, 149, 152, 155. G. Jackson-Stops, ed., Treasure Houses of Britain, Washington, 1985, p. 373, no .305. D. Cordingly, “Willem van de Velde II,” Grove Dictionary of Art, Jane Turner, ed., 34 vols., London, 1996, vol. 32, pp. 142-144. www.artnet/artprice.com, Willem II Van de Velde: signatures and auction results.
73. English School, late 18th c., “Three Travelers Approaching a Bridge”, oil on wood panel, 12 3/8 in. x 16 1/4 in., in an early 19th c. covemolded, carved and giltwood frame.
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Nozeman (Dutch, 17211786), “Loxia”, “Fringilla”, “Parus”, and “Emberiza”, four hand-colored engravings from Nederlandische Vogelen, 17701827, sight 17 in. x 11 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $500/700
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76. A Very Fine American Renaissance Carved and Burled Walnut, Gilt and Ebonized Bookcase, mid19th c., New York, architectonic crest above a bronze Neo-Grec bust; the center section flanked by paired ends all fronted with distinctive etched glass doors enclosing shelves; plinth base fitted with drawers, height 100 1/2 in., width 133 1/2 in., depth 16 5/8 in. $8000/12000 Note: The designer of this bookcase interprets rather than quotes historical antecedents using a combination of luxurious materials, such as the silvered bust, the etched glass panels and finely burled veneers to impress the beholder both in detail and overall impact. The large scale and many details on this case relate closely to other pieces known from the Brooklyn, NY, workshop of Thomas Brooks: the large cup-andcover finials and fully carved busts atop the stiles are very similar to those on a bed bearing Brooks’ stencil illustrated in Dubrow. Styles of American Furniture, 1860-1960, p.60. The carved and etched glass panels are related to those on two monumental secretaries attributed to Brooks, one illustrated in Dubrow. Ibid, p. 52, the other offered here as lot 321, September 11, 2010.
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77. An American Classical Inlaid and Gilt-Stenciled Mahogany Pier Table, early 19th c., Philadelphia, marble top, cove-molded frieze, acanthus scroll supports surmounted by eagle heads and terminating in paw feet, mirrored back flanked by split baluster pilasters, incurvate plinth, segmented sunburst inlay, gadrooned ball feet, height 41 1/4 in., width 44 1/4 in., depth 21 1/4 in. $6000/8000 Illustrated: Philadelphia Museum of Art. Three Centuries of American Art, fig. 231, p. 278; Boor. Philadelphia Empire Furniture, fig. 102, p. 232; and Smith. “The Furniture of Anthony Quervelle, The Pier Tables”, Magazine Antiques. (May, 1973), p. 988, pl. I.
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80. An American Classical Mahogany Washstand, c. 1815, New York, lift top, fitted interior well, long drawer, two doors with brass astragal, on delicate turned legs with original brass cup casters; flame mahogany veneers throughout, height 34 in., width 32 in., depth 18 in. $800/1200
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81. An American Restauration Lit de Repos, New York, in the manner of Duncan Phyfe, ornate brass casters beneath a plinth base, deep skirt, scroll head and foot ending in convex boss, height 41 in., length 77 in., width 39 in. $1200/1800 Note: The finely chosen veneers, sophisticated scroll terminal, ornate casters, and precise construction of this bed are indicative of the workshop of Duncan Phyfe. This bed, modeled on a French form, shares details found a méridienne ordered from Phyfe by Samuel Foot in 1837 and now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and on numerous Phyfe pieces at Milford Plantation, Pinewood, South Carolina. Reference: Tracy. 19th Century America, Furniture and Other Decorative Arts, fig. 79.
82. A Pair of American Classical Inlaid and Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, c. 1825, Philadelphia, each crest with exotic light wood stringing, carved basket of fruit medial rail, trapezoidal seat, original seat frame, saber legs with projecting knees mounted by concentric bosses.
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83. An American Federal Brass-Mounted Mahogany Commode, early 19th c., New York, School of Duncan Phyfe, lift top, brass molding, interior well with original pewter convenience pot; two lower brass molded cabinet doors raised on turned legs ending in brass cup casters, height 28 3/4 in., width 27 in., depth 18 1/2 in.
$1500/2500 Note: The inlaid crest rails and basket carved backs on this pair of chairs are closely related to those on the suite of six “Ruckman family” chairs from the collection of Donald Fennimore. Interestingly, the carved baskets on these chair are similar to carving on a bookcase bearing Quervelle’s label at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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85. A Venetian Glass Mirror, beveled circular center within engraved borders and outset corners, applied rosettes, height 44 in., width 30 in. $800/1200 86. A Fine Louis XVI-Style Mahogany, Kingwood Parquetry and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Regulateur de Parquet, after the model by Jean-Henri Riesener conserved in the Musée du Louvre, cloud-form case with putto suspending garlands, dial with inset porcelain numerals, the tapering case with Apollo mask, glazed pendulum door centered by floral urn, the whole on incurvate plinth and toupie feet, fitted with Franz Hermle movement striking 8 chime rods, height 85 in., width 16 1/2 in., depth 13 in.
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$7000/10000 87. A Pair of French Restauration Carved Mahogany Fauteuils, early 19th c., curved back, scrolled uprights, bowfront seat, sabre legs. $1500/2500
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88. A Louis XVIStyle BronzeMounted and Marquetry Desk, divided inset tooled leather top, above three frieze drawers and rosette appliqués, each pedestal with a door flanked by lion masques and continuing pilasters, height 32 in., width 84 in., depth 44 1/2 in. $8000/12000
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93. An Ancient Greek Terracotta Head of a Kouros, finely modeled with almond shaped eyes, stylized hair, and slight smile indicative of the Archaic Period, height 2 1/4 in., width 2 in., depth 1 3/4 in., mounted on a later wood base. 96
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99. A Rare and Important ThreePiece Grand Tour Garniture, early 19th c., unusually fine and large, meticulously cut in giallo di Siena marble, on very good nero belgio marble plinths, representing the Ruins of the Temple of the Heavenly Twins, Castor and Pollux; the Temple of Vespian, inscribed “[R]estitver”; and the Column of Phocas, the base extensively engraved with an inscription discovered in 1813, height 18 3/4 in., 18 1/2 in., and 21 3/4 in.
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100. A Pair of Monumental Continental Marble, Shell Inlaid, Gilt and Paint-Decorated Blackamoors, each figure in faux tortoise encrusted Renaissance costume with gilt and black lacquer details, standing on a black lacquered and gilt pillow, square marble and faux tortoise base raised on gilded paw feet with marble discs below. $8000/12000 101. An Antique Italian Walnut Side Table, probably early 19th c., paneled top, two frieze drawers, molded cabriole legs, height 21 in., width 25 in., depth 19 in. $500/1000
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103. A Fine Italian Circassian Walnut, Ebony and Ivory Cabinet, mid-19th c., in the Renaissance taste, architectonic pediment above an arched cornice surmounted by urn-form finials, paneled doors decorated with allegorical figures and flanked by columns, upper case fitted with thirteen short drawers centered by a niche and over a long drawer, lower case with a long drawer over a pair of paneled doors enclosing a void interior, heavily molded plinth on stepped and blocked, height 110 in., width 52 in., depth 21 in.
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105. An Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock, surmounted by an urn, ram’s head handles supporting a garland, porcelain dial, bud pendant, striking bell movement, height 27 in., width 12 in., depth 5 in.
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106. A True Pair of Monumental Chinese Gilt Bronze-Mounted Famille Rose Porcelain Vases, 19th c., baluster bodies enameled in mirror image of the other with large figural panels depicting interior scenes, reserved on a ground of birds, flowers, fruits and insects, the necks with pairs of dragon handles, rocaille mounts, height with mounts 28 1/4 in.
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111. A Chinese Spinach Jade Tablet Book, four rectangular jade plaques delicately and precisely carved and gilded with text to each side, each plaque mounted in silk damask covered, double-sided leaves between later hardwood covers, Yongzheng marks, jade sight 4 1/2 in. x 2 1/2 in., overall height 9 in., width 5 7/8 in. $4000/6000 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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115. A Chinese Bronze Bi Disc Surmounted by a Crouching Toad, Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD) or earlier, the disc with a central circular aperture surmounted by a crouching toad, the bottom with raised bosses, set within a later carved stone circular surround, bronze height 2 in., diameter 3 in., overall diameter 5 3/4 in., accompanied by a copy of a 2006 appraisal by S. Bernstein & Co., San Francisco, storage box. $800/1200
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Bowl, Republican Period, 20th c., the exterior finely painted with mountain seascape, inscribed and sealed, base with Yongzheng seal mark, height 2 3/4 in., diameter 5 3/8 in. $600/800 122. A Chinese Peachbloom Glazed Porcelain Brush Washer, 19th c., the compressed globular body covered on the exterior with a peachbloom mottled crushed strawberry and greenish gray glaze, the interior glazed white, recessed base with Kangxi mark, height 1 3/8 in., diameter 4 3/4 in.
125. A Chinese White Jade Figure of a Mythical Beast, carved recumbent with its legs neatly tucked underneath, its head extending downward and licking a disc cradled between its forelegs, height 1 3/8 in., width 2 7/8 in. $700/900
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124. A Chinese Pale Celadon Jade Scholar’s Mountain, pale celadon boulder finely carved to the front face with a deeply executed series of pavilions, trees, foliage, rocks and figures, the reverse carved with a lone pine in the foreground and a glimpse of pavilions behind a cloud cover in the background, height 4 1/4 in., width 7 1/8 in., presented on a fitted hardwood stand carved with pine and plantain leaves, overall height 6 in.
126. A Chinese Coral Dragon and Cloud Group, 19th/early 20th c., scaly dragon carved entwined with ruyi clouds, height 1 3/4 in., width 2 3/4 in., hardwood stand. $700/900 127. A Chinese Reticulated White Jade Belt Plaque, Yuan/Ming Dynasty, 14th c., rectangular with intricate openwork carving of a hunt scene with equestrians, height 1 5/8 in., width 5 7/8 in., presented on a custom Lucite stand, custom fitted storage box. $2000/3000 W 128. A Chinese White and Russet Jade Pebble Carving, tear-
shaped pebble relief carved to the upper white portion with a mythical beast, the lower portion with pale russet inclusions carved in leaf form, height 2 1/4 in. $700/900 126
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129. A Chinese Mottled Gray and Black Nephrite Jade Figure of a Guardian Lion, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), carved resting on its side with its bushy tail curled toward its head, with a pronounced ridged backbone, full mane and flattened nose, height 1 1/8 in., width 2 3/4 in. $1000/1500
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Immortal Tiegua, 20th c., mottled celadon green stone carved with the figure seated on a craggy rock, carrying an “iron” crutch in one hand and a gourd in the other, wearing long robes and a beard beneath a smile, his long hair held back with a ribboned headband, height 11 3/4 in., carved wood stand.
131. A Chinese Carved Jadeite Bi Disc and Jadeite Bead Necklace, the pierced 2 inch bi disc of slight lavender and green tone relief-carved to each side with a chilong dragon amid swirling cloud design, encircled by 14 kt. yellow gold frame suspended on a string of 56 white jadeite 10 mm. beads, some of slight lavender tone, interspersed with gold bead spacers; accompanied by a copy of a Bowers Jewelers, LaJolla, CA, insurance appraisal, dated August 19, 1981.
$1000/1500
$3000/5000
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W 137. A Thai
Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figure of a Lady, modeled as a female torso emerging from a snail shell, height 7 1/2 in., width 8 in. $500/700
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W 133. A Chinese Jadeite
Bangle Bracelet, tubular band carved of mottled light and emerald green jadeite, interior diameter 2 1/2 in., exterior diameter 3 1/4 in.
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138. A Chinese Grayish White Jade Carving of a Double Lotus Pod, 18th c., openwork carving of two lotus pods borne on leafy branches, height 1 1/2 in., width 2 1/8 in. $700/900
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Russet Jade Scholar’s Mountain, 20th c., boulder form carved with a meditating Lohan seated in a cave with a cup in his hands between a lingzhi spray outcropping to his right and a burning brazier to his left, the flames from the brazier becoming a cloud of smoke above his head with flying bats, the reverse inscribed, height 6 1/2 in., width 5 3/4 in.
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Chinese Desk Accessories, 19th c., including a carved jade recumbent foo lion, width 2 1/2 in.; a carved jade brushwasher with prunus decoration, height 1 1/4 in., width 4 1/8 in.; and a blue and white crackle glaze small beehive jar, base with apocryphal Chenghua mark, height 1 3/4 in., width 2 1/4 in. Note: small losses and repair to rim.
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$250/350 132. A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Brushwasher, probably 19th c., the gently tapering sides divided into ten bracket-lobes finely painted with phoenix roundels, the interior well and recessed base painted with dueling phoenixes amid ruyi clouds, height 2 in., diameter 6 3/4 in. $800/1200
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W 136. A Chinese Pale Celadon Jade
Inkwell, compressed globular form with faceted sides and circular aperture raised on a short circular foot, height 1 3/8 in., width 2 3/4 in. $200/300
White Jade Pendant, shaped rectangular form, delicately relief carved to one side with Shoulao carrying a peach blossom on his back with a bat flying overhead, the reverse inscribed, height 2 3/8 in., width 1 1/2 in. $1000/1500 W 140. A Chinese Yellow
Jade Figure of a Seated Cat, carved seated on his rear haunches with one paw extended, height 2 1/8 in. $700/900 141. A Chinese White and Russet Jade Lotus and Crab Group, 19th c., carved in circular form with crabs atop a lotus leaf, height 2 1/8 in., width 1 3/4 in., storage box. $800/1200 142. A Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Guardian Lions, late 19th/ early 20th c., each standing figure modeled with upturned head wearing alert expression, height 7 in., width 9 in. $400/600
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Decorated and Mother-ofPearl Embellished Ivory Page Turner, 19th c., the front side painted with flowering branches within a raised mother-of-pearl vase, the reverse with entwined monogram CSB, base with painted collection numbers “65-12-2”, height 20 in., width 1 1/2 in. $500/750 W 144. A Chinese Carved
Black Overlay Red Lacquer Box, early 20th c., slightly domed, rectangular hinged cover with black lacquer peony and rock design carved through to a red diaper ground, the sides with vining floral decoration, blue enamel interior, height 2 in., width 6 in., depth 4 in.
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$200/400 145. A Chinese Cast Silver Figure of a Camel, probably Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), standing foursquare with head raised and open braying mouth, bearing saddle bags modeled as masks between its two raised humps, height 5 1/8 in. $700/900
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146. A Chinese Silver and Enamel Parrot Form Box, 20th c., standing bird form with fluted base, profuse filigree feathering, detachable head, base impressed “silver”, height 7 1/8 in.
W 150. A Chinese Zitan or Tieli Wood
Bowl, 18th/early 19th c., the single piece of wood carved with thick bulbous sides supporting a molded lip rim, raised on a short circular foot, height 2 1/4 in., diameter 6 1/2 in.
$800/1200
$800/1200
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Double Gourd Carving, delicate openwork carving of a double gourd borne on leafy branches, height 2 1/4 in.
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Russet Jade Tripod Covered Censer, the compressed globular body with a flattened shoulder and waisted neck, the sides flanked by loose ring lotus handles supporting reclining Guanyin figures, the fitted domed cover surmounted by a seated Guanyin holding an alms bowl, raised on three cabriole legs topped by animal head masks, height 12 in., width 13 in. $400/600
W 149. A Chinese Famille Verte
Porcelain Plaque, late 17th/early 18th c., rectangular tile-form painted to one side with a large panel enclosing a bird on a branch amid chrysanthemums and other flowers, framed by a cracked ice border strewn with flower heads, “Henry Stern/ Antiques/New Orleans” label en verso, height 10 in., width 7 1/8 in., depth 1/8 in. Note: Restorations throughout. $200/300
151. A Monumental Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase, 19th c., baluster body with foliate rim, the neck molded with playful Buddhistic lion and cub handles, the shoulders with twin dragons, finely painted with large figural panels, reserved on a dense blue ground strewn with floral sprays, height 35 1/2 in. Note: Old staple repairs at base. $1500/2500 Provenance: Acquired from the Estate of Mrs. Gabriel Disosway, wife of noted American Air Force Four-Star General Gabriel P. Disosway (1910-2001), who, by repute, received the above lot as a gift from Chiang Kai-shek, in the mid-1940s. Gen. Disosway received many awards and decorations during his lifetime including the Chinese Order of the Cloud and Banner, bestowed on him by the Republic of China.
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155. An American Aesthetic Birdseye Maple Faux Bamboo Dresser, late 19th c., attributed to R.J. Horner, New York, mirrored back, spindled crest, beehive finials, molded top, three drawers, turned feet, height 75 in., width 43 7/8 in., depth 21 in. $1000/2000
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156. An American Aesthetic Birdseye Maple Faux Bamboo Bedstead, late 19th c., New York, spindled, tracery paneled headboard, beehive finials, turned uprights, conforming footboard, turned feet. Note: Remnants of old label on back.
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Inlaid Figure of Shoulao, carved on a naturalistic base, carrying a peach in his left hand and a staff in his right with a crane at his side, his long robes with wire inlay decoration, height 21 1/2 in. $600/800
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20th c., the standing, rotund figure carved on a naturalistic base with an empty sack on his back, a scepter in one hand and with nine children clambering up his body, impressed chrysanthemum mark to scepter, height 31 1/2 in. $600/800 Provenance: Purchased at the Chinese Pavilion, World’s Fair, New Orleans, LA, 1984.
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154. A Pair of Monumental Blue and White Porcelain Bowls, decorated around the exterior and interior in the Chinese Ming style with scaly dragons in pursuit of flaming pearls, height 9 1/2 in., diameter 21 1/2 in. $1200/1800
157. A Fine Regency Rosewood and Brass-Inlaid Table, c. 1815, now reduced in height, circular top, scrolled supports, tripartite base, on brass paw feet, height 23 1/2 in., diameter 33 in. $1500/2500
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158. A Set of Twelve Georgian-Style Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, 19th c., comprising 2 armchairs and 10 side chairs, elaborately carved interlaced backs with leaves and rosettes, molded shaped seat frames with slip seats, acanthus carved cabriole legs, paw feet.
159. A George III Mahogany Metamorphic Architect’s Table, late 18th c., adjustable top, frieze drawer enclosing an inset leather writing surface with fitted interior below, square molded legs, height 33 5/8 in., width 39 1/2 in., depth 23 5/8 in.
$4000/6000
$4000/6000
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160. An Edwardian Mahogany Drinks Cabinet, labeled “Mappin & Webb/ 1 Rue de la Paix/ Fabrication Anglais”, hinged top opening to a wellfitted bar compartment with silverplate and glass utensils, including an ice bucket, citrus juicer, cocktail shaker, decanters and glasses, some hallmarked Mappin & Webb; over a long drawer, two doors enclosing a bottle drawer, square tapered legs with brass cuff casters, height 43 3/4 in., width 27 1/4 in., depth 19 1/4 in. $2500/3500 Provenance: Descended in the family of Grover A. Whalen (1886-1962), Madison, CT. Note: Found with vintage handwritten notes on stocking a bar for 78 people and recipes for Martini and Manhattan cocktails.
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161. A Restauration Mahogany Sécrétaire à Abattant, early 19th c., gris de Ste. Anne marble top, fall front lid and fitted desk interior above graduated drawers raised on suppressed ball feet, height 56 in., width 38 in., depth 15 1/2 in.
163. An Italian Neoclassical Figured Walnut and Parquetry Commode, late 18th c., two short and two long drawers, on tapered legs, height 35 in., width 50 in., depth 23 in.
$1200/1800
164. A Fine and Early Sèvres Porcelain Cup and Saucer, c. 1755; gilded by Henry-François Vincent and painted by Nicolas Dutanda, “Vert Pomme” and “Jaune Clair” coloration, floral decor, the base marked “Sèvres/ 3ce/ 4e/ D.T.” over entwined “L”s with central “C”s.
162. A French Provincial Walnut and Fruitwood Vaisselier, probably early 19th c., the molded cornice of later date, fitted upper case above two short drawers and paired cupboard doors, height 86 1/2 in., width 57 in., depth 24 in. 162
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$5000/7000 Note: These very rare forms were probably fired at Vincennnes and decorated at Sèvres, including the beautiful gilding applied by the celebrated artist Vincent; the aesthetic appears a transition between the tastes of Mme. de Pompadour and Louis XV.
165. A Sèvres Porcelain Cabinet Plate, 1868, bleu de ciel ground with gilt foliate decor, the well naturalistically painted with the great crossing fountain of Versailles in the foreground, and the Tapis Vert extending through the Park with a view of the Château in the distance, diameter 10 in. $1000/1500
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166. A French 1st Standard Silver and Cobalt Porcelain Coffee Service, Amelie Cardeilhac, Maison Cardeilhac, 91 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, 1904-1920, comprising coffee pot, lidded sugar, 12 cup frames, saucers, and cobalt porcelain liners with gilt rims and interiors; each silver frame ornamented with floral swags, coffee pot height 9 in.
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$5000/7000 167. An Italian Silverplate Salmon Server, c. 1970-1990, marked “Franco Lagini”, naturalistic hinged cover, with original wood serving board, length 32 in. $1500/2500 168. A Pair of Charles X Bronze Candlesticks, early 19th c., turned and faceted shaft, circular base, height 7 1/2 in., diameter 4 1/8 in. $300/500
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169. An Italian Carved and Polychromed Figure of Saint Francis of Assisi, probably early 19th c., tonsured figure in monastic attire, on naturalistic self base, height 50 in., width 23 in., depth 9 in. $1500/2500 169 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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171. A Continental Carved and Paint-Decorated Eucharistic Shrine, 18th c., molded cornice, richly carved grapeleaf and wheat sheaf frieze, arch inset with doors, flanked by stylized Corinthian columns, base with Gothicized door, height 55 1/2 in., width 29 in., depth 22 5/8 in. Note: Flaking paint, “as is”. $500/750 172. An American Modern Gothic Walnut Hanging Corner Cupboard, c. 1875, spherule finials and shaped pediment above a ring-turned gallery, door centered by an amboyna panel, crenellated apron, retains original brasses, height 29 in., width 17 in., depth 12 in. $300/500 173. An Antique Italian Carved Walnut Writing Table, 17th/18th c., with a paneled frieze drawer, baluster turned legs connected by stretchers, bun feet, height 32 3/8 in., width 43 in., depth 37 3/8 in. $1500/2500 170
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170. An Antique Finely Carved Ivory and Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl Crucifix, the corpus in the form of “Cristo Vivo” above the skull, height 25 in., width 16 1/2 in., depth 2 1/2 in. $2500/3500
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W 174. A Venetian Paint-Decorated Encoignure, two shelves above
two doors, ochre ground with floral vignettes. $300/500
175. An Antique Louis XV-Style Carved Fruitwood Bench, 19th c., tapestry upholstered seat, floral carved serpentine seat rail, cabriole legs, height 15 1/2 in., width 46 7/8 in., depth 19 in. $500/750 176. An Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Console, probably late 18th/early 19th c., the sienna faux marbre top on a scarlet base, molded apron, cabriole legs, height 33 in., width 54 in., depth 28 in. $2000/3000 175
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177. A Good Italian Baroque Walnut Cabinet, 18th c., the reverse of the door stamped multiple times with a device combining an ashlar, compass and crown, molded top, long drawer, paneled door with steel fische hinges, molded stiles, bracket feet, height 41 in., width 38 1/2 in., depth 21 in. $3000/5000 178. Manner of Abraham Van Dyck (Dutch, 1635/6-1672), mid to late 18th c., “St. Anthony of Padua”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 30 in. x 28 3/4 in., in the original giltwood frame with cusped top. $5000/7000 Note: A Dutch master strongly influenced by Rembrandt, who specialized in images of elderly sitters at prayer or in contemplation, Abraham Van Dyck seems to have influenced this somewhat later painting by a disciple or follower; the skull here bears clear affinities with that in Van Dyck’s “Saint Jerome”. The handling and the physiognomy also recall this artist’s work, and make it plausible that this fine painting should be a slightly later work by a closely related hand. The beautifully shaped frame implies that the picture may have been made for a monastic or conventual setting
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Tourquay”, watercolor on board, pencil signed and titled lower right, 5 1/4 in. x 7 3/4 in., framed. $400/600 180. Follower of Jan Both (Dutch, 1618-1652), “Landscape with Ruins and Herdsman”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 40 1/2 in. x 50 1/4 in., in a fine 19th c. carved wood frame with meander motif. $1000/1500
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183. Giovanni Piranesi (Italian, 1720/1778), “Veduta dell’Anfiteatro Flavio, ditto il Colosseo”, late 18th c., etching, from Veduti di Roma, inscribed “Piranesi F.” in plate at lower right, sight 17 1/2 in. x 27 1/2 in., mounted on silk and in a later frame. $600/900
W 181. A Suite of Nine Regency Hand-Colored
Engravings of Furniture Designs, c. 1807, by J. Taylor, London, sight 10 1/4 in. x 8 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed.
184. A Queen Anne Inlaid Walnut Bachelor’s Chest, early 18th c., the foldover top veneered “a quatre face”, four graduated drawers, molded plinth, bun feet, height 30 1/2 in., width 34 in., depth 20 in.
$500/700
$5000/7000
W 182. An Italian Engraving of Clocks, 19th c., after
Giovanni Battista Piranesi (Italian, 1720-1778), inscribed in plate “Cavalier Piranesi invet ed inc” lower left, numbered “66” lower right, sight 18 in. x 13 in., matted and framed.
185. A Pair of Georgian Carved Walnut and Beech Side Chairs, mid-18th c., cupid’s bow crest centering a scallop shell, vasiform pierced splat, trapezoidal slip seat, cabriole legs with leaf and cabochon carved knees, pad feet, blocked and turned stretchers.
$500/700
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186. An Italian Paint-Decorated Reliquary/Valuables Cabinet, late 18th c., arched cornice over paneled doors opening to an elaborately carved interior; the lower case with doors enclosing a configuration of drawers, on bracket feet, height 85 1/8 in., width 39 1/2 in., depth 20 3/4 in. $20000/30000 Note: This cabinet form was used in Northern Italian ante-camera and apartment state rooms in the 17th and 186 (detail) 18th centuries. Mostly used for storing valuables, the upper case has a devotional function; the lower case with lacca drawer interiors formulated by Italian artisans after Asian antecedents. The Secretaire form and painted decoration on this cabinet, typical of Venetian, Genoese and Turino depentore shows the influence of the French court of Louis XVI, but exhibits a spontaneous exuberance seen only in Italy. A c. 1750 Genoese corner cabinet with comparable decoration, fittings and form to those seen here is illustrated in Canonero. Barocchetto Genovese. (Milan: 1962), pl. 74. Reference: Dampierre. The Best of Painted Furniture. pp. 50-66.
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188. A Louis XV Carved Walnut Bureau, late 18th c., probably Lyon, of bombé form, slant front top opening to fitted interior, two drawers over two long drawers, shaped skirt, on cabriole legs, height 43 in., width 51 in., depth 24 in. $5000/7000
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189. A Directoire-Style Gris Peinte and Parcel Gilt Settee, scrolled back, padded arms, turned legs, height 39 in., width 51 1/2 in., depth 25 in. $1000/1500
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190. A Biedermeier Thuyawood, Rosewood, Satinwood and BronzeMounted Globustisch Work Table, early 19th c., faceted domed lid, fitted interior with inlaid mirrored niches, banded waist, tapered carved supports centered with a bronze urn, arched outswept tapered legs, casters, height 36 in., diameter 17 in. $4000/6000
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187. An English Oak Bookpress on Stand, probably early 18th c., the bookpress and press board over molded frieze drawer, the stand fitted with a drawer, sides with cupid’s bow apron, blocked and turned legs, box stretchers, inverted conical feet, height 68 in., width 29 3/4 in., depth 18 1/4 in. $1200/1800
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191. A Rare Italian Faux Bois Commode, late 18th/early 19th c., two long drawers, shaped apron, cabriole legs, height 33 1/2 in., width 44 1/2 in., depth 19 1/2 in. $4000/6000
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192. A Good Pair of Paris Porcelain Medici-Form Vases, early 19th c., gilt everted rim, cafe au lait ground panels with a continuous band of flowers above a fern border, each handle issuing from a mask executed in biscuit, the gilt foot on a square plinth, height 11 1/2 in., diameter 8 1/2 in. $1200/1800 W 193. A Christopher
Dresser Earthenware Vase, c. 1886, by Old Hall, iron red ground with gold and silver foliate scrolls, figural handles of jesters, height 14 1/4 in. Note: Old restorations.
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$500/750 Illustrated: Henry Lyons, Charles Dresser: People’s Designer, 1834-1904, June 1999. 194. A Group of Three Wedgwood “Bronzed” Basalt Spill Vases, c. 1880, each encircled with a band of scrolling vines and classical figures in gilt and bronze, heights of two 7 1/2 in. and 5 5/8 in. $800/1200
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195. A Spanish Colonial Carved and Polychromed Wood Figure of the Archangel Raphael, 19th c., the crowned and winged figure holding the “Fish of Tobias” in one hand and a staff in the other, retaining original patinated surface, height 21 in., width 14 in., depth 12 in. $1200/1800 Note: The archangel Raphael accompanied Tobias to collect money for his blind father, Tobit of Ninevah. The journey was successful and Tobit’s blindness was cured by means of medicine from a fish. 196. A Pair of Italian Carved and Gilded Torchères, of 18th c. inspiration, various rubbed surfaces, foliate urns above floral stems with swagged bulbous bases, triangular plinths with masques ending in acanthus-carved scrolled legs with ball and claw feet, height 64 1/2 in., width 28 in., depth 28 in. Note: Minor imperfections. $2500/3500
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197. A Regency Rosewood BronzeMounted Sewing Box, c. 1820, shaped sides, the fitted compartment lids with pin cushions, molded carrying ring with phoenix head mounts, height 3 5/8 in., width 6 in., depth 4 7/8 in. $400/600
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202. An American Sterling Silver Centerbowl, Bailey, Banks, & Biddle Co., Philadelphia, 1894 to present, the everted rim with molded rose and trellis decoration, pedestal foot, height 4 1/2 in., diameter 13 in., weight 27.05 troy ozs.
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$500/750 203. A Continental Sterling Silver Watering Can, Italy, 20th c., tapered cylindrical form with gadrooned shoulders and hinged cover, molded bands, tapered angular spout and rosewood handle, height 9 3/4 in., weight 25.15 troy ozs.
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198. A Fine French Ebonized, Gilt BronzeMounted and Porcelain Jardinière, late 19th c., attributed to Gabriel Viardot, in the Japonesque taste, the lift top and stretcher shelf inset with colorful avian Longwy tiles, pierced case and skirt over carved legs with gilt bronze dragon mounts, on outswept hoof feet, height 33 1/2 in., width 26 1/2 in., depth 18 1/8 in.
$400/600 204. A Set of Ten Antique Russian Silver Gilt Teaspoons, 84 Zolotnik mark, Moscow, 1873, with ropetwist and crown finial, total weight approx. 8 troy ozs.
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$800/1200 Note: The finely modeled edges of the reticulated elements and the dragon mounts on this jardinière are indicative of the Viardot atelier. The legs on this lot are identical to those on a jardinière and a side table by Viardot illustrated in Payne, 19th c. European Furniture, p. 78, pl. 116118.
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Viardot exhibited at the Crystal Palace in 1851; the Paris Exhibitions of 1867, 1888, 1889 and 1900. A Viardot cabinet was acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum. This jardinière retains a lid mounted with a colorful Longwy tile echoed by a second tile in the shelf below. When the jardinière has plantings installed, the lid can rest on spurs on the leg interiors, creating an additional shelf. Reference: A similar Viardot jardinière sold as lot 384, Christie’s, London, South Kensington sale 5201, November 27, 2007.
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Silver Bowl, Unger Brothers, Newark, NJ, wc. 1872-1914, the everted scrolled rim with finely modeled hibiscus blossoms, height 3 1/2 in., diameter 12 in., weight 12 1/2 troy ozs. $300/500 Note: The Unger Brothers firm was particularly noted for their fine Art Nouveau work.
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Sterling Silver Beaker, Peter and William Bateman, London, 1806, mark entered 1805, retains traces of gilt wash interior, height 2 1/8 in., weight 1.20 troy ozs.
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Claret Jugs in the Neoclassical Taste, the vase-shaped body with swag and mask decoration, height 13 3/4 in. $300/500 W 201. A Reed and Barton
Geranium Motif Sterling Silver Cake Dish, the two saucers joined by twisted handle, height 6 5/8 in., length 13 1/4 in., weight 15.15 troy ozs. $250/350
W 206. A Group of French Sterling
Silver Flatware, Cardeilhac/Christofle, including 2 dinner forks, 2 dessert spoons, 2 teaspoons and a salad fork in the “Brierre” pattern; a dinner fork, luncheon fork, salad fork, 3 dessert spoons and a teaspoon in the “Sceaux” pattern; a dinner fork, salad fork, dessert spoon and teaspoon in the “Joubert” pattern; a dinner fork, dessert fork, dessert spoon and teaspoon in the “Commodore” pattern; a dinner fork and salad fork in the “Touraine” pattern; and a dessert spoon in the “Dupleix” pattern; 25 pcs., total weight 52 troy ozs. $800/1200
207. A Continental Carved Burlwood and Silver-Mounted Tankard, mid-tolate 18th c., silver cartouche inscribed “DAN/ 1744”, lion carved thumbpiece and top, shaped feet, applied scalloped edge bands encircling rim and base, height 8 3/4 in. $300/500
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208. An Antique Continental Silverplate Hot Water Urn, 19th c., domed lid with turned finial, pearshaped body with scrolled handles, two spouts and three double scroll legs, height 14 in., width 7 1/2 in.
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George III Sterling Silver Wine Funnel, London, 1812, maker’s mark rubbed, probably Peter and William Bateman, mark entered 1805, with reeded rim and detachable strainer, height 6 1/4 in., weight 4.50 troy ozs.
211. A George III Sterling Silver Wine Coaster, Hester Bateman, London, late 18th c., date mark partially obscured, the reticulated gallery with ropetwist rim, wood bottom with silver button monogrammed “B”, height 1 3/8 in., diameter 5 in.
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212. An Antique English Silverplate and Etched Glass Claret Jug, 19th c., silver mounts in the NeoGrec taste, tapered jug with grapeleaf decoration, height 11 in.
210. A Fine English Sterling Silver Tea Tray, Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd., London, 211 1900, maker’s mark reg. 1899, oval with gadroon and shell border and handles, chased well, period monogram “VSP”, length 31 3/4 in., width 19 1/2 in., weight 153.45 troy ozs.
213. A Fine Set of Four Sheffield Plate Candlesticks, 19th c., the oval candlecups with original bobêches, baluster-form shafts with delicate ring turnings, oval bases, height 9 7/8 in.
$800/1200
$800/1200
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Sterling Silver Seal, Hester Bateman, 18th c., entwined script monogram “RL”, height 1 in., weight 0.35 troy ozs. $200/300 216. A George III Sterling Silver Cruet Stand, London, 1796, maker’s mark partially effaced, the shaped oblong stand with central loop handle, tapered feet and bright-cut decoration, with associated antique condiment bottles, height 10 1/2 in., length 8 1/8 in., depth 5 1/4 in., weight 16 troy ozs.
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$800/1200 217. A Good George III Sterling Silver Tankard, Thomas Ollivant, London, 1806, mark registered 1789, Grimwade 3450, domed hinged lid with reticulated thumb piece, tapered reeded body, loop handle, height 7 1/2 in., weight 26.95 troy ozs. $1000/1500
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Antique English Sterling Silver Sugar Basket and Creamer in the Neoclassical Taste, the sugar, John Blake, London, 1799; the 219 creamer, John Aldwinckle & Thomas Slater, London, 1884; each vase shape with fluted lower body, creamer height 4 1/4 in., combined weight 7 troy ozs. $150/250
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214. A Pair of Antique English Sterling Silver Tapersticks, in the Queen Anne style, maker “TB”, London, 1892-3, height 5 in. $300/500
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219. A Sheffield Plate Hot Water Urn, 19th c., domed top with ball finial, urn-form body with square plinth base raised on ball feet, height 11 in. $400/600 220. A Fine Pair of Sheffield Plate Candlesticks, c. 1820, oval candlecups, baluster-form shafts, oval bases, foliate detail, height 11 in. $400/600
221. A Continental .800 Silver Ewer, 19th c., vasiform with reeded body, floral and foliate scroll decoration, molded handle, height 14 1/4 in., weight 23.10 troy ozs. $400/600 222. A Regency Chinoiserie Lacquered Tea Caddy, early 19th c., octagonal form, fitted with two conforming lead tea canisters, paw feet, height 5 7/8 in., width 7 1/4 in., depth 5 in. $500/700
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227. An Asian Diamond, Enamel, Silver Topped and Gold Backed Bangle Bracelet, intricate filigree design, total diamond weight 23.03 cts. $7000/10000 228. A Necklace of Very Fine Cream/ White South Sea Cultured Pearls. graduated from 12.5 to 16 mm., with large 14 kt. white gold, diamond and gemstone clasp, length 17 in.
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230. A Pair of Continental Neoclassical Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Fruitwood Torchères, dished top with anthemion molded lip, the tapering standard with gilt acanthine and ebonized collars, fluted and reeded spreading foot on circular plinth base, height 59 3/4 in. $1200/1800
231. A Chinese Turquoise Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Double Gourd Vase, early 20th c., the upper bulb with a raised cartouche enclosing bird-and-flower decoration, the lower bulb with a raised cartouche decorated with eight auspicious emblems encircling a recessed cartouche decorated with a bat hung with a ribbon on a yellow ground, all reserved on a turquoise ground strewn with floral and peach sprays, height 16 in. Note: Restoration. $800/1200 233
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236. A Fine Coalport Porcelain Tea Service, 19th c., comprising a teapot, teapot stand, creamer, sugar, waste bowl, 6 cups and saucers, and two plates, cobalt ground, floral cartouches with gilt surrounds, foliate gilt decoration throughout. (21 pcs.)
233. A True Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Buddhistic Lions, probably 19th c., Kangxi style figures seated on their back haunches, the male holding beribboned “brocade” ball, the female with a pup, each raised on a rectangular plinth decorated with seasonal grasses and rocks, height 17 3/4 in. Note: Restoration to one.
Polychrome and Gilt Porcelain Vase, unusual circular form reserved to each side with birds and floral sprays, the base with raised oval sunburst marked numbered 611, height 13 1/4 in., width 10 3/8 in. Note: Foot restored. $400/600
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237. A KPM Porcelain Polychrome and Stencil Gilt Cabinet Plate, 19th c., depicting Frederick the Great, after the 1808 portrait by Anton Graff (1736-1813), underglaze sceptre and impressed marks, inscribed “Friedrich d. Grosse”, diameter 9 5/8 in.
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238. An Antique Meissen Porcelain Polychrome and Gilt Centerpiece, the reticulated basket over rocaille molded body with applied floral decoration, figures emblematic of the Four Seasons, base raised on C scroll feet, underglaze blue crossed swords, painter’s numeral “21.”, incised model no. “605” and impressed nos.; height 21 in., width 15 in., depth 11 3/4 in. $1200/1800 239
239. A Pair of Paris Porcelain Parfumiers, 19th c., with allover pink encrusted floral decoration, reserved with rouge de fer and gilt scrolling foliage, height 11 1/2 in. $300/500
240. Narcisse Chaillou (French, 1837-1916), “The Four Seasons”, four oils on canvas laid down on board, each monogrammed lower left, each 39 1/2 in. x 22 in., framed alike.
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241. Italian School, late 19th c., “Capriccio; Figures in a Classical Landscape”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 34 1/2 in. x 51 in., in a carved and painted wood frame. $700/900 242. An English Carved and Gilded Convex Mirror, c. 1830, spreadwinged eagle atop a rockwork base, molded frame, acanthus pendant, height 47 in., width 30 1/2 in., depth 8 in.
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$1200/2000 243. An Italian Neoclassical Carved and Giltwood Looking Glass, early 19th c., flowering urn crest flanked by openwork foliate spandrels. $500/700 244. An Aesthetic Brass, Onyx and Bronze Étagère, late 19th c., probably English, having four tiers, lion’s head finials, spiral uprights, the cabriole legs topped by female terms, ending in paw feet, height 56 7/8 in., width 40 1/2 in., depth 12 3/8 in.
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248. An American Aesthetic Carved Giltwood Fire Screen in the Japonesque Taste, late 19th c., pierced and incised frame with brackets, scrolled legs, paw feet, retaining original painted panel depicting an allegory of Winter in the manner of Dora Wheeler, height 44 in., width 31 1/2 in.
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246. An American Gothic Carved Mahogany Bookcase, early 19th c., shaped pediment, a pair of lancet arch glazed doors, shelf interior, plinth base, scroll feet, height 101 7/8 in., width 52 7/8 in., depth 13 7/8 in.
Note: The fine draftsmanship and mythological subject matter of the painted canvas panel in this screen is in the manner of Dora Wheeler (1857-1940), noted student and model for William Merritt Chase and daughter of interior decorating authority Candace Wheeler. Known for her portraits and textile designs for Associated Artists, Dora Wheeler also developed a technique for “needlewoven tapestry”, where stitches on a silk panel have the appearance of a woven tapestry and the modulation of a painting.
$2500/3500 247. An American Aesthetic Carved Oak Sécrétaire à Abattant, late 19th c., attributed to Kimbel & Cabus, New York, galleried top, frieze drawer, carved fall front lid with grapevines and large roundel, medial drawer over two doors, blocked base, mounted with chrome plated steel hardware throughout, height 66 9/16 in., width 32 3/8 in., depth 21 1/16 in. $2500/3500 Note: This desk is nearly identical to No. 382 in the noted Kimbel and Cabus wares catalogue, Furniture designed and sold by the New York firm of Kimbel & Cabus c. 1875. Reference: http://www.sil.si.edu/imagegalaxy/imageGalaxy_enlarge.cfm?id_ image=8448
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249. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1810-1820, Baltimore or Philadelphia, backsplash terminating in scrolls over projecting central compartment, frieze with one long and two short drawers, Gothic arched paneled doors interspersed with reeded Corinthian columns having acanthine collars, conforming plinth base, on beehive-turned feet, height 45 1/2 in., width 73 1/2 in., depth 27 in. $3000/5000 249
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250. A Good American Gothic Carved Oak Half Tester Bed, c. 1840, probably Philadelphia, the rectangular cove-molded cornice with reticulated brackets and tracery, the headboard with three rectangular panels and crocket crest, faceted posts, rails with quatrefoil brackets and appliqués, foot post with massive pineapple finials, height 98 1/2 in., length 78 1/2 in., width 57 in. $8000/12000 Note: The architectonic design and Classical Gothicism of this bed bespeak a cabinetmaker well-versed in the vocabularies of both Classical and Gothic styles such as Crawford Riddell, who is best known for the “Henry Clay” bedroom suite for many years at Rosedown Plantation, the Turnbull family’s c. 1835 home in St. Francisville, Louisiana. The tracery embellishments on the tester, the use of narrowly spaced panels on the headboard, octagonal posts and inclusion of elaborately carved embellishments such as the finials on the footposts of this bed all relate closely to those on the Riddell Rosedown bed. Reference: Howe and Warren, The Gothic Style in America 1830-1870, p.52., for an illustration and discussion of the Riddell “Rosedown” bed.
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253. A Group of Four Continental White Marble Putti, each winged figure depicted singing or with a musical instrument, each on a turned socle base, height 42 in., width 14 in., depth 12 in. $6000/8000
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252. A French Bronze of the Diana of Versailles, late 19th/early 20th c., after Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741-1828), together with an onyx pedestal, statue height 25 1/2 in., pedestal height 42 1/2 in., width 9 1/2 in., depth 9 1/2 in. $1000/1500
254. A Belle Époque Carved Mahogany Pedestal, late 19th c., probably American or French, square molded top, cornucopia and cherub support, blocked plinth base, height 38 5/8 in., width 11 1/2 in., depth 11 1/2 in. $1200/1800
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255. An American Rococo Highly Carved Mahogany Two-Piece Bedroom Suite, dated 1866, Philadelphia, with maker’s notations, pierced armorial crest of Georgian inspiration, centered with a bust of Shakespeare, arched headboard, conforming foot board, bracketed rails; bowfront dressing chest surmounted by crest, mirror, original marble top, three drawers, molded base; note top of chest inked, “D&C No...18...”, the dresser crest penciled “1866, John.....Maker”; bed height 98 in., length 79 in., width 59 7/8 in.; dresser height 96 in., width 46 7/8 in., depth 25 in. $7000/10000 Note: An important Philadelphia “Centennial” carved walnut bookcase crested with figures similar to those seen on this bed and dresser was sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 739, on May 22, 1993.
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256. An American Aesthetic Carved Oak Breakfront Bookcase, late 19th c., attributed to Kimbel & Cabus, New York, the center cabinet with spindled gallery and glazed door, flanked by paneled cupboards set with Minton tiles with birds, bays with shelves, plinth base, decorative plated steel hardware throughout, height 80 1/4 in., width 96 3/8 in., depth 16 1/4 in. $7000/10000 Note: This architectonic bookcase has hinges identical to those on cabinet No. 244 in the Kimbel and Cabus wares catalogue, Furniture designed and sold by the New York Firm of Kimbel & Cabus c. 1875. The Minton tiles with bird and gallery top on this cabinet are also related to those on the cabinet in the catalogue.
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257. A Flemish Walnut Armoire, mid19th c., dentil-molded cornice above a plain frieze, doors with geometric raised panels, sides with fielded pilasters, ogee molded plinth on blocked feet, height 86 in., width 60 in., depth 27 in. $2000/3000 258. An American Gilt, Brass-Mounted and Carved Mahogany Looking 258 Glass, mid-19th c., New York, projecting cornice, recessed frieze with stylized foliate brass mounts flanked by blocks, engaged columns surmounted by urns, divided mirror plate; bears label of “John H. Williams...815 Pearl St...” $500/700
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261. An American Late Federal Carved Mahogany Server, c. 1810, New York, rectangular top with reeded edge, above a conforming case with two short over one long drawer, fluted stiles, stretcher shelf, reeded legs, turned feet ending in brass ferrules, height 36 in., width 37 in., depth 19 in. $1200/1800 259
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259. An American Classical Carved and Gilded Pier Mirror, early 19th c., New York, split baluster frame with blocked rosette corners, the frieze with shell and vintage relief decoration, original gilt surface, height 48 in., width 28 in., depth 3 in.
262. An American Inlaid and Carved Mahogany Games Table, early 19th c., attributed to Anthony Quervelle, Philadelphia, banded foldover top, frieze with carved paterae, stepped pillar, incurvate plinth on paw feet, original brass casters.
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260. An American Classical Mahogany Center Table, early 19th c., Boston, inset circular granite top, frieze divided by three banded outset panels, tapering columnar support, incurvate triangular plinth, foliate carved paw feet, height 29 1/8 in., diameter 39 3/8 in. $1200/1800
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Note: The skirt, column block support, plinth, and winged paw feet seen on this table are identical to those on the table attributed to Quervelle in the Swain Collection. Reference: Smith. “The Furniture of Anthony Quervelle, Part II: The Pedestal Tables”, Magazine Antiques. (July, 1973), p. 92, fig. 7.
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265. Henry Stull (American/New York, 1851-1913), “Mare and Yearling”, 1894, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 14 1/8 in. x 17 1/8 in., attractively framed. $3000/5000 W 266. Louis Bosa (American, 1905-1981), “Skaters in Central Park
West”, 1939, gouache on paper, signed and dated lower left. $700/1000 267. John Carwitham/ Engraver, “A South-East View of the City of Boston in North America”, hand-colored copper engraving, published by Bowles and Carver, London, “J. Whatman/ Turkey Mill/ 1819” paper, image, including text 11 1/4 in. 17 1/4 in., sheet 12 3/4 in. x 18 1/4 in. $2000/3000 Note: Based on the original drawing by William Burgis, this fourth and final state of the scarce print has “Great Town” replaced by “City” in the title. Reference: Deak, Picturing America, pg. 86; Stokes and Haskall, American Historical Prints, pg. 14.
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270 268 268. Alfred de Breanski, Sr. (English, 1852-1928), “Inversnaid”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled and signed en verso, a “Cooling Galleries London” label and a “Winsor & Newton” stamp en verso, 16 in. x 24 in., in a gilt frame. $14000/18000 Provenance: Estate of Mrs. Louise Henderson. Acquired in London, c. 1955. 269. Alfred de Breanski, Sr. (English, 1852-1928), “The Trossachs”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed and titled en verso, a “Cooling Galleries London” label, a “Winsor & Newton” stamp en verso, 16 in. x 24 in., in a gilt frame, en suite with previous lot. $14000/18000 Provenance: Estate of Mrs. Louise Henderson. Acquired in London, c. 1955. 270. John James Audubon (American, 1785-1851), “Sharp-Tailed Grouse”, plate 382, hand-colored aquatint engraving, from Birds of America, Havell edition, elephant folio paper watermarked “J. Whatman / 1838”, sheet size 25 2/8 in. x 35 7/8 in.
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273. John James Audubon (American, 1785-1851), “Black Tern”, Plate 280, handcolored aquatint engraving, from Birds of America, Havell edition, the elephant folio paper watermarked “J. Whatman/ 1836”, sheet 37 3/4 in. x 25 in., framed. $1200/1800 274. After John James Audubon (American, 17851851), “Jager”, Plate CCLIII, hand-colored aquatint engraving, from Birds of America, Havell edition, the elephant folio paper watermarked “J. Whatman/ 1834”, sheet 25 3/4 in. x 38 in., matted and framed. $800/1200 W 275. After John
James Audubon (American, 17851851), “Grey Rabbit”, Plate XXII, hand-colored large folio lithograph by J.T. Bowen, Phila., from Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, sheet size 21 1/2 in. x 27 in. $700/900 W 276. John Gould
(English, 1804-1881), “Oreopyra Calolaema”, “Eriocnemis Sapphiropygia”, “Coeligena Hemileuca” and “Thalurania Hypochlora”, four handcolored lithographs of hummingbirds, heightened with gum arabic, with their text pages, sheet 15 in. x 21 1/2 in. $600/900
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$500/700 278. After Gilbert Stuart (American, 1755-1828), “George Washington”, earlyto-mid 19th c., after the Athenaeum portrait, miniature watercolor on ivory, signed “G.S.” and dated “1799” lower left, sight 4 1/8 in. x 3 1/8 in., in a brass frame. $1500/2500 Note: This is a simplified copy of the great portrait that Stuart began painting from life in the spring of 1796, and left unfinished in its lower parts. In terms of the costume and style, the miniature is closest to the “Edward Pennington portrait” of the same design, of 1796-1803, now in the Senate Collection in the U.S. Capitol building. This inscription seems probably to be contemporaneous, though the handling lacks the vitality and forcefulness which would qualify the miniature as an autograph work of Stuart’s (he was far less likely to have painted one of the numerous replicas of this design in miniature format in any case). The coloring is restrained and sober, in keeping with the General’s reputation; the fine case suggests that it may have been framed contemporaneously.
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281. A Charleston Coin Silver Presentation Creamer and Sugar, Grosjean & Woodward, New York, act. 1853-1862, ret. Hayden & Whilden (H. Sidney Hayden & William G. Whilden), Charleston, SC, act. c. 1855-1863; pear-shaped body with lobed neck and cover, foliate and floral repoussé and chasing, the creamer with North Wind mask spout; engraved presentation inscription “To Dr. Geo. S. Pelzer from the Howard Association of Charleston”, weight 38.80 troy ozs. $2500/3500 Note: The Howard Association was a mid-19th century benevolent organization which ministered to victims of yellow fever. It was named for the British philanthropist and reformer, John Howard (17261790), and was active in several Southern port cities, including Charleston, New Orleans, Memphis and Norfolk. Dr. Pelzer was one of several Charleston gentlemen who recorded weather observations to study linkages between weather and diseases, particularly yellow fever. The practice began in the late 18th century under the auspices of the Medical Society of South Carolina and later the Charleston Board of Health, and continued until approximately 1870. Dr. Pelzer is shown in the Medical Society and Board of Health records as a weather observer from 1859 to 1867, with the home address 371 King Street. Reference: “Unto the Least of These: The Howard Association and Yellow Fever”, Southern Medical Journal, 1992; Doty, Stephen R., History of Weather Observations, Charleston, South Carolina, 1738-2005, p.10.
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286. [Maps of Cook’s Voyages], two engraved copper folded maps from John Hawkesworth’s An Account of the Voyages undertaken..., 1773, incl: “Chart of part of the South Sea...”, 1773, 14 in. x 26 1/4 in. and “A Chart of New South Wales or the East Coast of New Holland...”, 1770, 14 1/2 in. x 31 1/4 in., together with a Royal Doulton “Captain Cook Loving Cup” commemorating the bicentennial of Cook landing in Australia in 1770, edition number 359 of 500, height 8 1/2 in., (3 pcs.). $1000/1500 W 287. A Group of Sixteen American and Foreign Gold Coins,
including three Liberty $5, one Liberty $1, four Liberty $2 1/2, four Indian $2 1/2, one Austrian 4 floren, one Austrian ducat, one Mexican 5 peso and one Dutch 5 guilder. $3000/4000 W 288. A Group of American and Continental Medals and Pins,
including a United States-Spanish War Veterans Medal; a silver Wells Fargo Commemorative Sesquicentennial Medal, 1902; a silver medal commemorating the meeting of Presidents Taft and Diaz, 1909; a silver Society of Beaux-Arts Architects medal given to sculptor Louis Urich, 1913; two Columbian Exposition half-dollars, 1892 and 1893, one fashioned as a pendant; an enameled Conseil Municipal, Orleans pin; an unknown coin fashioned as a pendant, a reproduction shekel, a German iron cross, and a souvenir of Paris bottle opener. $600/900
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Six New Orleans Commemorative Medals, including a large bronze Cotton Exposition, 1884; a New Orleans bicentennial, 1918; a centennial celebrating the concord between Britain and the US, 1915; a contemporary Battle of New Orleans medal, and a 1965 Rex doubloon.
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Commemorative Medals, including two WWI medals, two aviation, one Washington/Lafayette from 1931, one Ligue Maritime et Coloniale Française, and one plaquette from Cariat; together with a “Souvenir de l’Exposition de Clermont Ferrand”, 1910. $500/700
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Jackson Autograph Document Signed, partially printed land grant, on vellum, dated April 17th, 1829, signed by Jackson, as President, countersigned by Commissioner George Graham, granting James McLendon 79 acres in Sparta, Alabama, attractively float-mounted, matted and framed, sheet 9 1/4 in. x 15 1/2 in. $1000/1500
$500/750 297. An American Marble Bust of a Woman, 19th c., the foliate-hemmed shift draped by a cloak, the truncation decorated with a complete circle of acanthus leaves, the hair loosely bound with pearls on a conforming socle base, height 28 1/2 in., width 19 in., depth 9 1/2 in.
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including two half-dollars, an 1829 dime, an 1853 three-cent piece, six large cents, two flying-eagle cents, eight Indian cents, eight Lincoln cents, an aluminum cent, twelve half-dimes, three Liberty nickels, seven buffalo nickels and sixty Kennedy half-dollars. $700/1000
$800/1200 Note: Most probably an allegorical portrait, the figure is a striking likeness of Jefferson Davis’ wife, Varina Banks Howell Davis (May 7, 1826-October 16, 1906).
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Medals, including sixteen British silver medals, a large silver medal of Lord Stanley, 1889; three British coins, two Venezuelan coins, seven Mexican coins, a Dominican Republic coin, and others, approx. silver weight 23 troy ozs. $500/700
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Presidential Commemorative Medals, including Franklin Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, Warren Harding (2), and a Woodrow Wilson. $300/500
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298. An American Patinated Bronze of Abraham Lincoln, late 19th c., inscribed “John Rogers/NY” at back, on a round black marble base, height 8 1/2 in., width 4 1/2 in., depth 4 in. $800/1200
299. Moses-Jakob Ezekiel (American/ Virginia, 1844-1917), “General Robert E. Lee”, late 19th/early 20th c., patinated bronze, figure depicted in his Confederate Uniform, cast signature and inscribed “Roma” on back, on a square marble base, height 8 1/4 in., width 4 in., depth 4 in. $1000/1500 300. An Antique English or American Gothic Cast Iron Garden Set, mid-19th c., comprised of a bench and two chairs, each having an arched back centered by a shield within a roundel, quatrefoil uprights, scroll arms, plank seat, outswept bracketed legs, bench height 36 in., width 45 3/8 in., depth 21 in.
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(American, 1908-1986), “Surrealistic Nightscape”, oil on wooden palette, signed lower left, 12 in. x 16 in., unframed.
$1500/2500 Note: This pattern, first introduced by Coalbrookdale Company in 1854, was published in America by Wood & Perot of Philadelphia as early as 1858. An identical Wood & Perot settee is illustrated in Israel, Barbara. Antique Garden Ornament, p. 171, pl. 4.9.
$400/600 Note: Arthur Revington studied at the Art Students League and with Arshile Gorky in New York City, and was influenced by the emerging modernist movement. From 1956 to the early 1990s, he taught at the Summer School of Chautaugua Brooklyn Museum of Art, eventually becoming head of the department. 303. Samuel Isham (American, 1855-1914), “The Full Moon”, 1902 oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, remnant of a Sixth Avenue, New York City label en verso, 40 1/8 in. x 32 3/8 in., in a fine Newcomb-Macklin frame.
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Wells Champney (American, 1843-1903), “Classical Maiden”, watercolor on paper, signed center left, 11 1/2 in. x 8 1/2 in., matted and framed.
$3000/5000 Note: Samuel Isham graduated with a B.F.A. from Yale in 1880. In 1901, he traveled to Paris to study at the Académie Julian. He exhibited his work at the Paris salons and at major exhibitions in the U.S. He became a member of the National Academy in 1906. He also wrote The History of American Painting which was considered the best work on the subject during his lifetime.
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304. William Meyerowitz (American, 1887-1981), “Rooftops”, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, sight 14 1/2 in. x 17 3/8 in., attractively matted and framed.
Note: Johann Berthelsen was a trained opera singer and a self-taught painter. Born in Copenhagen, Denmark, his mother, in 1890, brought the family to the U.S. where they settled in Michigan. A highly successful and well-trained opera singer, in 1920 Berthelsen moved to New York City where he achieved rapid success in his musical career. As an avocation he created pastels and watercolors of New York scenes. During the Depression, he began to paint large-scale oil paintings to support his family. His most distinctive and popular works depicted New York snow scenes. As shown in the work offered here, these snow scenes portray the flickering snowfall and city’s massive architecture. The spire of the Empire State Building disappears into the wintry clouds. His works rejoice in the snow that turns the city into a wonderland. Though Berthelsen was exclusively selftaught, he completely mastered his craft and technique.
$600/800 307. William Posey Silva (American/ Georgia, 1859-1948), “April’s 305. David Bluebonnets-Near San Antonio”, oil on Davidovich canvas board, signed, dated and inscribed Cherson “5” lower right, titled on the artist’s label Burliuk and with a Trotter Galleries, Carmel, CA (American/New 307 label en verso, 8 in. x 9 7/8 in., in a York, 1882giltwood frame. 1967), “Park View”, mixed $3000/5000 media on paper, Note: In 1928 Silva won a prize for a painting entered in the San Antonio Art League’s “Texas signed lower left, Park Row Gallery, Chatham, NY label Wildflower” or “Davis” Competition, then hosted by the two-year-old Witte Museum. The en verso, sight 10 3/8 in. x 14 1/4 in., attractively matted painting seen here is from the same moment in Silva’s body of work. and framed. Reference: William Reaves. Texas Art and a Wildcatter’s Dream, Edgar B. Davis and the San Antonio Art League. $800/1200
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308. William Woodward (American/New Orleans, 1859-1939) “Mid-Morning at Corner of Dauphine and St. Louis Streets”, 1912, Raffaelli oil crayon on board, signed and dated lower right, pencilsigned, titled, dated and inscribed “original sketch” en verso, 22 1/2 in. x 29 in., in a period frame. $100000/150000 Provenance: Estate of Nancy Shaw Michel, New Orleans; from the Estate of Virginia Shaw Putnam, 11 Rosa Park, New Orleans. Note: William Woodward documented the historic buildings of the Vieux Carré in the early 20th century. A pioneering advocate of historic preservation, his impressionist works uniquely record the ambience, architectural character and street life of this district. The work offered here shows a view down Dauphine Street with St. Louis Street intersecting it. The mid-morning light creates strong shadows on the street while various people go about their business. Rendered in a brilliant palette, this large composition is highly finished and has a vibrancy and energy not often found in works from this series. W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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309. William Henry Buck (American/New Orleans, 1840-1888), “Live Oak along the Bayou”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 18 in. x 30 in., later gilt frame, accompanied by a small collection of books used by Wilhelmina Buck. $125000/200000 Provenance: Descended in a notable Birmingham, Alabama, family; recently discovered within a collection of paintings and books, all from the family of William H. Buck and Marie Fortin Buck. The books, which are all in French and include French grammar and idiomatic phrase guides, as well as Honoré de Balzac’s novel La Peau de Chagrin, belonged to Wilhelmina, or “Mina” Buck, daughter of William H. Buck and Marie Fortin Buck. According to U.S. Federal Census records, Mina lived in Birmingham, Alabama, with her mother, Marie Fortin Buck, her aunt, Louise Fortin, and her sister, Amelia Buck Leonard. The four women were music and French instructors. After the death of her mother, Mina moved to Evanston, Illinois, with her aunt and sister, where they continued to teach music and French. Mina returned to Birmingham in August 1924 to apply for a passport which enabled her to travel to Europe from 1924-25. She is listed on the 1930 census living in a guesthouse in Evanston, Illinois. Note: William Henry Buck’s romantic and atmospheric depictions of the Louisiana landscape are noted for his moss-laden live oak trees and views of rustic cabins by the water. He achieved a recognizable compositional style which makes his work discernable from that of his contemporaries. Buck often paints a large live oak tree placed prominently within the picture creating an anchor for the scene. The work offered here shows a tree in the foreground, which is more engaging than other more expansive landscapes with the tree further afield. A moss-laden cypress tree is across the bayou framing the curving waterway going towards the cabin in the distance.
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310. Allan Dean Cochran (American, 1888-1971), “Plum Street, Gloucester, Mass.”, oil on canvas board, signed lower right, titled on a “Winsor & Newton Canvas Board” label en verso, 15 5/8 in. x 19 3/4 in., in a giltwood frame. $1000/1500
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311. Robert Charles Gruppe (b.1944), “Gloucester Harbour”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 25 in. x 30 in., in a giltwood frame.
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312. Dorothy Stanley Emmons (American/ Georgia, 1891-1960), “Magnolia Plantation on the Ashley Where the Rice-Fields Rolled Gold to the Sea”, 1926, oil on canvas board, signed and titled on artist label en verso, dated “Summer 1926” and inscribed “In Magnolia Gardens / Charleston S.C.” and with Charleston Renaissance Gallery, Charleston, SC, label en verso, 14 in. x 12 in., in a giltwood frame.
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$6000/8000 311 313. Charles Wellington Boyle (American/Louisiana, 1861-1925), “Oak Tree Draped with Spanish Moss, Louisiana Bayou Landscape”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 15 7/8 in. x 24 in., in a modern frame. $8000/12000 Note: Charles Wellington Boyle (1861-1925) was active in New Orleans art circles from 1883 as a painter, art teacher, restorer, and curator. His impressionist paintings of Louisiana bayous and live oak trees employ vivid palettes and beautifully rendered brushwork. The work offered here shows a live oak tree draped in Spanish moss in the foreground framing a meandering bayou in the center of the composition. 313
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314. Richard Clague (French/New Orleans, 1821-1873), “Idyllic Landscape with a Maiden and Young Man along a Path”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 18 in. x 22 in., in a gilt frame. $20000/30000 Provenance: Estate of the artist; to his cousin Augustus de Brueys Hughes. The pendant painting was sold in these rooms, April 14, 2007, lot 447. Note: This is an important recent discovery of a landscape by the “father of Louisiana landscape painting,” Richard Clague. For 130 years, New Orleans collectors have been searching for paintings that were found in Clague’s studio in New Orleans at the time of his death in 1873. The contents of that studio were acquired by the artist’s cousin, Augustus de Brueys Hughes of the New Orleans law firm of Billings and Hughes, and transported to New York, as reported in New Orleans’ newspapers at the time. Mr. de Brueys Hughes was a member of Clague’s extended family. Clague’s mother, Marie Justine Delphine de la Roche, had a sister, Josephine, who married François Desiré de Brueys. Their daughter married a cousin, Augustus de Brueys Hughes, whose legal career took him to New York. When the artist died, de Brueys Hughes acquired the contents of Clague’s studio and transported everything to New York in 1873, not to have been seen since, or at least not to have been recognized as the work of Richard Clague. In 2006, a New York fine arts dealer made a fortuitous discovery of what was a lower Gulf South landscape painting in upstate New York. His research connected the de Brueys family of New Orleans and the de Brueys Hughes family of New York with the Louisiana background of the painting he had found, and voila, more than one of the long lost paintings of Richard Clague was rediscovered. That painting, “Life on the Farm: St. Tammany Parish,” was sold in these salesrooms on April 14, 2007, lot 447. Now, the original source of the estate discovery has
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offered to Neal Auction Company the other painting from the Clague cache to sell. Clague was educated in France and Switzerland from the age of fifteen. He studied with Francois-Edouard Picot and at the ateliers of Horace Vernet and Ernest Hebert. His debt, however, is to Theodore Rousseau and the Barbizon and Fontainebleau groups with whom he painted naturalistic landscapes in the plein aire style. Clague used the traditions and discoveries of the French Barbizon artists upon his return to New Orleans, applying them to the landscape of Louisiana forests and swamps and of Mississippi and Alabama, and in teaching other Southern landscape painters, especially Marshall Smith, Jr. and William Buck. His landscape compositions, both of European and Gulf South subjects, usually have a “central view” and feature a road in the foreground or water, wedging toward a horizontal screen of trees in the central mass, often with a vernacular building or rural figures, both people or livestock, with wagons, below an expanse of sky. The landscape offered here perfectly exemplifies these precepts of Clague. The painting presented here has a curved road in the foreground juxtaposed against a reverse curved dead tree trunk. The handling of light as seen in the light line of water crossing the picture plane horizontally in the center of the canvas ties the landscape to the sky above. The tree trunks on each side of the water, hill and clouds deepen the perspective, with the water and the darker blue hill visible between the trunks. Such compositions reveal Clague’s European training. The woman dressed in a low cut blouse with full long sleeves seems to be addressing the young man handling the milk cows. A more muted set of figures in the lower left also inhabit the landscape. Roulhac Toledano, author of Richard Clague, 1821-1873, 1974. Neal Auction Company would like to thank Ms. Toledano for her invaluable assistance with the catalogue entry.
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316. Follower of Benjamin West, R.A. (American, 1783-1820), “A Scene from Macbeth: Vision of the Child of Banquo” (Act 4, Scene 1)”, c. 1840, oil on beveled wood panel, apparently unsigned, “Edward Peele’s, Eighth Avenue, New York” label en verso, 24 in. x 17 3/4 in., in a giltwood frame. $1000/1500 Reference: See also Pressley. A Catalogue of Paintings in the Folger Shakespeare Library (New Haven, 1993) for similar (though not identical) scenes.
317. Emil Eugen Holzhauer (American/Georgia, 1887-1986), “Morning Shadows, Macon, Georgia”, 1950, oil on masonite, signed and dated en verso, 21 7/8 in. x 33 7/8 in., framed. 315
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315. Jacques Guillame Lucien Amans (French, 1801-1888, active New Orleans, 1836-1858), “Portrait of Madame Emma Schreiner Mortimer”, 1843, oil on canvas laid down on board, signed and dated upper right, handwritten inscription “Mme. Emma Mortimer, née Schreiner, cousin of Mme. Victor Olivier née Louise Hebrard and godmother of Berthe Olivier de Tarnowsky” on label en verso, 36 in. x 28 3/4 in., in a period giltwood frame. $20000/40000 Provenance: Descended in the family of the sitter; to her cousin and godchild, Berthe Marie Olivier de Vezin de Tarnowsky; and thence by descent to present owner. Note: Emma Schreiner Mortimer (1825-1898) was married to Joseph Edouard Mortimer (1822-1868). The 1870 U.S. Census shows Mrs. Joseph Mortimer residing in New Orleans’ 6th Ward, with servants. The 1891 New Orleans City Directory lists her as a widow, residing at 248 Rampart Street.
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318. Harry Roseland (American, 1868-1950), “In the Cotton Fields”, 1908, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, with Hirschl & Adler, New York, and Charleston Renaissance Galleries, Charleston, SC, labels en verso, 18 1/2 in. x 24 1/2 in., in a period frame. $80000/120000 Note: Harry Roseland was one of the finest genre painters during the late 19th and early 20th century. A lifelong resident of Brooklyn, NY, Roseland was active in NY art circles, exhibiting at the Brooklyn Art Club and the National Academy of Design. Roseland specialized in African-American themes which brought him financial and critical success. One subject he explored was postCivil War African-Americans engaged in various labors. In the work offered here, a group of pickers is toiling in the cotton fields. A young boy crouches at the front of the composition, engaging the viewer. His stance conveys the hardship of his work and his expression shows Roseland’s sentimentality for the subject.
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324. Charles Wellington Boyle (American/Louisiana, 18611925), “Sugar Cane Field”, 1885, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, Charleston Renaissance Gallery, Charleston, SC, label en verso, 10 1/8 in. x 16 1/8 in., attractively framed. $15000/25000 Note: One of Boyle’s early and major works, this realistically depicted 1885 scene portrays a south Louisiana sugar cane field with two black workers and a mule tilling. This quintessential southern panorama would have been exceedingly familiar to the Lewisburg, LA born artist.
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326. Helen Hyde (American/ California, 18681919), “Home of Gabriel”, 1916, pastel and graphite on paper, signed, dated “March 21, 1916” and inscribed “Chicora Wood, SC”, lower left, sight 10 in. x 8 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed. $6000/8000 327. William Posey Silva (American, 1859-1948), “Garden of Dreams: View at Fence”, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower left, 14 in. x 11 in., in a giltwood frame. $2000/3000
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329. Clementine Hunter (American/ Louisiana, 1886-1988), “Baptism”, oil on canvas board, monogrammed lower right, 16 in. x 20 in., framed. $3000/5000 330. Buell Whitehead (American/ Florida, 19191993), “Erosion”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, signed en verso, Carolina Fine Paintings and Prints, Charleston, SC, label en verso, 24 1/8 in. x 20 in., in a giltwood frame.
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331. Charles Wilbert White (American/California, 1918-1979), “One Day Soon”, graphite and charcoal on paper, pencil-signed lower left; “Heritage Gallery, L.A., CA”, label en verso, 11 5/8 in. x 16 1/4 in., attractively framed.
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$5000/8000 Note: The hairline and distinctive features of the sitter for this drawing relate to a very rare and important linocut by White also executed in the late 1950’s, Folk Singer, a portrait of Harry Belafonte, now part of Belafonte’s collection. 332. Charles Wilbert White (American/California, 19181979), “The Dreamer”, ink on paper, pencil-signed lower right; “Heritage Gallery, L.A., CA”, label en verso, sight 9 3/8 in. x 7 1/8 in., attractively matted and framed. $2000/3000
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333. Grant Wood (American/Iowa, 1892-1942), “February”, 1940, lithograph on paper, pencil signed, an edition of 250, with an artist biography en verso, 12 in. x 16 in., matted. $1500/2500 Provenance: Acquired by current owner from Association of American Artists in early 1940s.
Note: Born in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi with a later childhood in New Orleans, Richmond Barthe graduated from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1929, and established a studio in Harlem where he worked through the late 1950’s. Scholar Margaret Rose Vendyres notes that Barthe worked on the image of Christ, as seen here in this lot, at critical times throughout his career. Reference: A cast by Barthe, identical to the lot here, is conserved by the Smithsonian Institution, acc. IAS-9E990026.
336. Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller (American/Philadelphia, 1887-1968), “Mother and Child (Sorrow)”, c. 1920, pair of polychrome plaster bookends, each with cast monogram “MVWF” at side, each approx. height 5 3/4 in., width 4 3/4 in., depth 5 in. $5000/7000 Provenance: Acquired by the present owner from a New Hampshire private collection.
334. Jacob Armstead Lawrence (American/New York, 1917-2000), “Toussaint at Ennery”, 1989, screenprint on paper, pencil-signed, numbered, titled and dated, published by the Amistad Research Center, New Orleans, 22 in. x 32 in., matted and framed.
Note: These figures are most often seen as single sculptures, though they were likely designed as bookends. The presence of a companion pair, as seen here in this lot, is rare. Reference: A bronze cast of these figures is illustrated in Mary Schmidt Campbell, et al. Harlem Renaissance, the Art of Black America (New York: 1987), p. 19, pl. 4
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337. Oswaldo Guayasamin (Ecuador, 1919-1999), “Nine Figures on the Beach”, gouache on board, signed lower left, watermark “Mobilla/ 1959/ Board” at upper left, 14 in., x 20 5/8 in., matted and framed.
339. Jane Peterson (American/ New York, 1876-1965), “Woman in a Blue Dress”, oil on academy board, signed lower right, sight 22 7/8 in. x 16 3/8 in., in a giltwood frame. $800/1200
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20th c. “Cherub and His Pet Monkey”, watercolor on paper, unsigned, 7 7/8 in. x 9 5/8 in., matted and framed. $500/700
341. Hayley Lever (Australian/American/New York, 1876-1958), “Winter Barges, St. Ives”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, with an artist’s biography on frame en verso, 9 3/8 in. x 13 5/8 in., in a period frame. $6000/8000
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344. Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer (American/New Orleans, 19121997), “Cluster Collage”, mixed media on paper, signed lower right, 23 in. x 29 in., attractively matted and framed.
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$5000/7000 345. George Dureau (American/New 345 (1 of 2) Orleans, b. 1930), a pair of vintage silver gelatin photographs including “Brian Reeves”, signed and dated “’83” lower right, titled and numbered “A/P” lower left, sight 6 3/4 in. x 6 7/8 in.; and “Stanley Hurd”, signed and dated “’83” lower right, titled and inscribed “Artists proof” lower left, sight 14 3/4 in. x 14 3/4 in., both matted and framed. $1000/1500
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342. Horace Talmage Day (American/Virginia, 19091984), “Bradford Pear Tree in Bloom”, oil on canvas, signed and dated “’50” lower right, 22 in. x 16 in., framed. $2500/3500 343. Ronald Davis (American/California, b. 1937), “Snap Line: Windows”, mixed media on paper, signed and dated “1974” lower right, sight 27 1/2 in. x 28 1/2 in., framed.
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349. Theodore “Fonville” Winans (American/Louisiana, 1911-1992), “Ten Cents a Dozen”, silver gelatin print laid down on board, pencil-signed and dated “1939” lower left, titled, inscribed “Tony Kristicevich” and with estate numbers “009A/ G/31/50” en verso, 16 in. x 20 in., unframed. $3000/5000 Provenance: Purchased from the Fonville Winans’ Estate by a Baton Rouge Collector. Published: Vetter, Cyril E., Fonville Winans’ Louisiana: Politics, People and Places, Louisiana State University Press, Baton Rouge, 1995, p. 86 and back of book jacket.
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350. Theodore “Fonville” Winans (American/ Louisiana, 1911-1992), “Louisiana Oysterman”, silver gelatin print, signed and dated “1939” lower right, 11 5/8 in. x 10 in., unframed. $1000/1500
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348. Theodore “Fonville” Winans (American/Louisiana, 1911-1992), “Tonging for Oysters, Southern Louisiana”, silver gelatin print, pencil-signed and dated “1938” lower right, titled and inscribed “Man in Boat-Tony Kristicevich”, and with estate numbers “07A/14/15/532” en verso, 15 7/8 in. x 19 7/8 in., unframed.
351. Gardner Reed (American/ New Orleans, 1906-1972), “Bayou St. John, New Orleans”, 1934, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, titled on the stretcher bar, 26 1/8 in. x 30 1/8 in., in a period frame. $1500/2500
$1200/1800 Provenance: Purchased from the Fonville Winans Estate by a Baton Rouge Collector, 1998. Published: Vetter, Cyril E., Fonville Winans’ Louisiana: Politics, People and Places, Louisiana State University Press, Baton Rouge, p. 95. Note: This image shows Winans’ favored subjects Tony Fiorella and Tony Kristicevich working oysters beds near Morgan City, Louisiana.
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353. Robert Hopkin (American, 1832-1909), “Dauphine Street, French Quarter, New Orleans”, c. 1884, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, sight 15 in. x 21 1/4 in. $1500/2500
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355. Benny Andrews (American/Georgia/New York, 19302006), “Circus Man”, 1969, mixed media on canvas, signed and dated lower right, titled and signed en verso, 13 7/8 in. x 16 in., framed.
Note: The study for this painting was sold in these rooms as lot 603, January 31, 2010. The pencil and watercolor work was inscribed and dated “Dauphin[sic] St., N.O., March 20, 1884”. Robert Hopkin was in New Orleans during this period to decorate the interior of the World’s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition which opened in December of 1884.
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354. Hunt Slonem (American/Louisiana, b. 1951), “Two Parrot Lories”, 1990, oil on canvas, signed, titled and dated en verso, 20 1/8 in. x 16 1/8 in., unframed.
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356. Robert Omerod Preusser (American/Houston, 19191992), “Composition #9”, 1937, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower left, titled, dated and with a preparatory sketch en verso, 14 in. x 19 7/8 in., matted.
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357. Robert Omerod Preusser (American/ Houston, 19191992), “Composition #8”, 1937, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower left, signed, titled and dated en verso, 13 7/8 in., 19 7/8 in., matted. $1000/1500
358. Charles Henry Reinike (American/Louisiana, 1906-1983), “Tantomimic”, oil on board, signed, title label en verso, 23 3/4 in. x 30 1/4 in., in an artist-built and painted frame; accompanied by a copy of a Townsfolk Magazine titled “In the Galleries”, by Marilyn Robb Trier, August, 1954, about the exhibition of the painting at Sidney Rafilson Gallery, Chicago. $1000/1500 Exhibited: Sidney Rafilson Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, August, 1954. Provenance: Estate of the artist, New Orleans, LA; descended in the family. 359. Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New Orleans, 1892-1967), “Tending the Garden, Vieux Carré Patio”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, stamped “DEVOE” en verso, 18 in. x 14 in, in a period frame. $3000/5000 Provenance: Estate of the artist, Mandeville, LA; descended in the family. 360. Charles Richards (American/New Orleans, 1906-1992), “Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 13 1/8 in. x 17 1/8 in., framed. $800/1200 361. Charles Henry Reinike (American/Louisiana, 1906-1983), “Fishing on the Bayou”, watercolor on paper, signed lower left, sight 10 1/4 in. x 14 3/8 in., attractively matted and framed. 359
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362. Christian “Chrissy” Jane Simons LaRoche (American/ Florida, b. 1922), “Freight Siding”, 1950, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, 16 in. x 23 1/4 in., unframed; together with a silver gelatin photograph of the artist holding the above lot, the original “Florida State Fair, Tampa, Florida” entry label and additional labels.
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366. Alan Siegel (American, b. 1938), “Spirals”, 1987, carved and painted hardwood sculpture of a chair, stylized scrolling shape, signed and dated beneath seat, height 63 in., width 34 in., depth 27 1/2 in.
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365. An English Silvered Bronze Sculpture of “The Spirit of Ecstasy”, 20th c., after Charles Robinson Sykes (English, 1875-1950), cast signature at base, on a circular stepped plinth, height 28 1/4 in., width 13 1/2 in., depth 17 in.
$800/1200 Provenance: Purchased Arthur Roger Gallery, New Orleans, 1987.
$1500/2500 Note: The prototype of this design was created by Sykes in 1911 for his friend John Walter Edward Douglas-Scott-Montagu (Later Lord Montagu of Beaulieu) as an ornament for his Rolls Royce Silver Ghost. The model for the figure was Montagu’s secretary and mistress Eleanor Velasco Thornton; since the relationship between the two was hidden from all but their closest friends, Sykes originally titled the work “The Whisper”. Sykes referred to the figure as “A graceful little goddess, the Spirit of Ecstasy” and this later name proved the most popular. The figure has been included on all Rolls Royce cars since the late teens. In celebration of the 100 year anniversary of “The Spirit of Ecstasy”, Rolls-Royce is including a Centenary statement etched into the bases of the ornaments of all 2011 models.
367. A Napoleon III Ebonized and BronzeMounted 367 Pedestal, 19th c., shaped molded top above a paneled frieze, the tapered form with fluted pilasters, molded blocked base, the whole with well-cast bronze mounts, height 42 in., width 16 in., depth 14 1/2 in. $700/1000 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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370. An Italian Rococo Carved Giltwood Console Table, 18th c., elaborately carved serravezza marble top, pierced skirt centered by a rocaille foliate ornament, complex volute floral and foliate-carved cabriole legs, arched foliate stretcher. $4000/6000 Provenance: The Audubon House, Key West, FL; previously on loan to the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, FL.
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371. A Good Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Desserte, the brass mounted and mirrored oval top above paired candle slides and two conforming tiers; turned and blocked legs, height 31 1/2 in., width 35 in., depth 21 in.
$2000/3000 369. An Antique Louis XVI-Style Bronze-Mounted Mahogany “Table à Rognon”, late 19th/early 20th c., galleried marble top, paneled skirt with fitted drawer, molded uprights, stretcher shelf, cabriole legs, paw feet, height 29 3/4 in., width 20 3/4 in., depth 12 3/8 in.
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372. A Louis Philippe Fruitwood Fauteuil, c. 1835, incurvate back, scrolled “swan” arms, shaped seat rail, tapered legs ending in casters. $1000/1500 373. Alfred Hazledine (Belgian, 1876-1954), “Au Soire, Apres le Pluie (Evening after Rain), Bruges”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on card en verso of stretcher, 25 3/4 in. x 31 3/4 in., in a carved, gessoed, and giltwood frame. $4000/6000 374 374. Continental School, 19th c., “Putti at Play; an Allegorical Depiction of Greek Drama”, grisaille oil on canvas, unsigned, 31 in. x 50 in., in a later giltwood frame. $3000/5000 375. An Egyptian Revival Gilt and Silvered Bronze-Mounted Rouge Marble Three Piece Clock Garniture retailed by Tiffany, c. 1870, striking bell movement by Vincenti & Co., dial and works marked “Tiffany & Co./New York”, stepped and molded marble plinth surmounted by a sphinx, on bold, reticulated scrolled hoof feet; flanked by conforming gilt-incised urns, clock height 17 1/4 in., width 21 1/4 in., depth 8 in., urn height 20 1/4 in., width 8 in., depth 4 1/2 in.
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377. A Pair of Decorative Silvered Bronze Jardinières, probably early 20th c., later fitted basins, scrolled monopod supports with Bacchic masques, height 31 1/2 in., diameter 24 in. $3000/5000 378. A Pair of “Grand Tour” Sienna Marble Roundels, depicting the Birth of Venus, within circular iron frames, plaque diameter 16 in.
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376. A Louis XV-Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Leather, Tulipwood and Kingwood Parquetry Cartonnier with Clock, mid-19th c., the circular clock with elaborate pierced case with reticulated panels backed with silk lining, floral roundels and fruit cluster finial, elaborate cast face with blue and white enamel Roman numerals, resting on a serpentine cartonnier base fitted with shaped gilt-tooled leather drawers, extensive bronze mounts with attractive gilt surface, height 47 in., width 36 in., depth 14 in. $5000/7000 Note: The cartonnier, or “papers” cabinet, represents a very popular form in the history of French furniture and design from the time of Louis XIV through the First Empire, and revived in the 19th c. by cabinet makers such as Francois Linke and Paul Sormani. The form traditionally was mounted to a bureau plat, and was intended to contain writing materials adjacent to the desk. In some instances the cartonnier was a separate entity, sitting on the writing surface itself, as seen here.
$500/750 379. An Antique Continental Patinated Bronze Fountain in the form of a Putto Holding Ducks, piped for water to pour out of ducks’ mouths, cast signature “D. Gallrell” at base, height 22 1/2 in., width 11 in., depth 7 1/2 in. $800/1200
Reference: Payne. Nineteenth-Century Furniture. p. 128, no. 301 & 302. Payne. Francois Linke, 1855-1946, the Belle Époque of French Furniture, pl. 231, p. 212.Pradere. French Furniture Makers, the Art of the Ebeniste, from Louis XIV to the Revolution, pl. 139, p. 163.
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382. Hilda Kristina Lascari (American, 18851937), “La Nymphea (The Waterlily)”, c. 1928, bronze fountain, inscribed “MODERN ART FOUNDRY, NY” on base, height 57 in., width 19 in., depth 10 in. $12000/18000 381
380. An Antique Italian Marble of Hebe, the Greek cupbearer of the gods depicted with her usual attributes of pitcher and kylix, height 61 in.
381. A Fine English Carved and Figured Mahogany Library Cabinet, 19th c., inset tooled leather top above three doors enclosing shallow shelves for maps, charts or drawings, a hinged secondary shelf to rear; brass carrying handles, molded plinth base, height 30 in., width 60 in., depth 31 in.
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385. An American Classical Painted and Stenciled Rosewood Center Table, c. 1820, Baltimore, the circular top with a continuous Chinoiserie landscape and fruit and leaves in reserve, blocked skirt, columnar support with urn base, incurvate triangular plinth, baluster feet, height 29 in., diameter 35 1/2 in. $5000/7500 Note: The distinctive support for this table, with an acanthus decorated urn issuing a column, is similar to those on two tables made for Alexander Brown (1764-1834) of Baltimore and attributed to Hugh Finlay (Baltimore, fl. 17991840), now conserved by the Maryland Historical Society.
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386. An Important American 386 Renaissance Carved Oak Metamorphic Library Chair, patented 1853, Augustus Eliaers (Boston, fl. 1853-1865), oval padded back, crest fail flanked by spaniel heads, stamped label en verso, padded arms, serpentine seat rail centered by a grotesque, hinged step, cabriole legs, paw feet. $5000/7500 385
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384. Two Superb Beaux Arts Bronze and Copper Railings, early 20th c., possibly by McKim, Mead and White, the turned acanthine balustrades centered by a beribboned eagle cartouche and flanked by decorative panels of urns and phoenixes, height 33 3/4 in., width 78 in. $1000/2000 Note: Purportedly installed in the famed original Pennsylvania Station, built 1912, New York City, and conserved during the demoliton of that historic site.
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387. An American Inlaid Cherrywood “Folk Art” Chest of Drawers, mid-19th c., rectangular top above a frieze drawer and four graduated drawers, all with “chip carved” molding, flanked by beveled columns surmounted by applied “heart in hand” blocks, distinctive ceramic pulls, the drawer fronts inlaid with tulips, vines, sunburst encircling “E. Miles”, carved base, blocked “French” feet with applied speared carving, height 44 3/4 in., width 43 5/8 in., depth 17 in. $3000/5000 Note: The Christian symbols on this chest indicate the maker was informed by an “American” Calvinist theology: the upward pointing finger, a reminder of heavenly destiny; the hearts are the seat of conscience and companion to the soul; the sunburst, the heavenly father which shines on the vines, referencing the tree of life. The spectacles adjacent to the owner’s name, “E. Miles” perhaps reference a holy vision or “seeing the light”. 388. An American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, c. 1800, New York, top with banded edge, crossbanded and inlaid deep drawer over three graduated drawers, on bracket feet, height 45 1/2 in., width 46 1/2 in., depth 21 in.
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389. A Fine American Rococo Carved Rosewood Center Table, mid-19th c., attributed to John Henry Belter, New York, serpentine white marble top, conforming skirt with seed pods and foliate clusters, cabriole legs in the form of dolphins joined by acanthus finial, fitted with brass casters, height 29 1/8 in., width 41 3/8 in., depth 31 1/8 in. $8000/12000 Note: The shaped skirt with beautifully carved foliate decoration and the dolphin supports on this table are very similar to those on a well-known group of tables attributed to John Henry Belter, most notably a center table in the parlor at Rosalie, Natchez. Other tables from this group include tables in the Hurst, Service and Manney collections; Neal Auction Company lot 116, sold on April 16, 2002; and Neal Auction Company lot 268, sold on October 6, 2007. Reference: “Rosalie” tables from the Hurst and Service collections illustrated respectively in Dubrow, American Furniture of the 19th c., pp. 131, 134. Manney col. table: Schwartz, Stanek and True, John Henry Belter and the Rococo Revival, p. 75, pl. 54b.
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393. A Large Pair of Sheffield Plate Three-Light Candelabra, Waterhouse, Hatfield & Company, Sheffield, c. 1840, fluted shafts above lobed weighted bases, ornate foliate scroll arms supporting urn shaped candlecups with bobêches and drip pans, the center candlecups with flame finials, height 24 1/4 in., width 20 in. $1200/1800
394. A Group of Sixteen Rock Crystal Spheres, of various sizes, smallest diameter 3 in., largest diameter 4 1/2 in. $2500/3500 395. A Pair of Large Italian Neoclassical-Style Marble Tazzas, lobed and flared bowls on turned socles and square plinths, height 15 1/2 in., diameter 20 in. $1000/1500 396. An Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Metamorphic Tray Table, early 20th c., oval patera inlaid top with carrying handles and retracting hinged legs, height 23 3/8 in., width 32 1/8 in., depth 19 in.
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399. A George III Carved Mahogany Étagère, 19th c., four tiers, the top with hinged bookrest, turned supports, lower drawer, ring-turned legs, height 52 3/8 in., width 16 1/8 in., depth 16 1/2 in. $800/1200
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403. A George III Mahogany Wing Chair, late 18th c., tall upholstered back, canted wings, scroll arms, molded chamfered legs, stretcher, on casters, height 46 1/4 in. $1500/2500 404. An American Classical Mahogany Work Table, early 19th c., Baltimore, three graduated drawers, raised on reeded legs with a shaped stretcher shelf, turned feet with casters, height 28 in., width 22 1/2 in., depth 18 1/4 in.
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$700/1000 405. A Pair of Louis XVI-Style Mahogany Tambour Side Tables, 19th c., rectangular cases on turned legs joined by medial stretcher shelf, height 29 in., width 23 in., depth 14 in.
407. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa, 1820-1825, inscribed “G.W. Pickering, Maker, September 5, 1833, Barry”, Philadelphia, arched arm supports faced with shells, “Roman” feet, height 35 1/2 in., width 92 1/2 in., depth 25 in.
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Note: The inscribed signature on this sofa likely refers to the workshop of Joseph Barry (Philadelphia 1759-1838). Barry advertised that he was retiring from the furniture trade in 1815, but continued a listing in the Philadelphia City Directory until 1833 (1), the date on this sofa.
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The crest rail, seat rail and feet on this sofa relate closely to two Philadelphia sofas from the Joseph Sorger residence (1624 Summer Street): one attributed to Anthony Quervelle, the other with the stencilled label of C.H. and J.F. White. (2) Barry, Quervelle, and the Whites all operated in the same neighborhood (Second and Walnut Streets); not only are specific design motifs shared amongst these firms, but also employment of the same artisans (such as Pickering) likely occurred. Reference: (1) Fennimore and Trump. “Joseph Barry, Philadelphia Cabinet Maker”, Magazine Antiques, (May 1989), p. 1213. (2) Smith. “The Furniture of Anthony Quervelle, Part V: Sofas Chairs and Beds,” Magazine Antiques, (March, 1974) fig. 2, p. 513.
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408. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Tall Post Bed, c. 1810-1820, Philadelphia, having a flat canopy, paneled headboard with triangular pediment, blocked, foliate carved, tapered and reeded posts with ring turnings and rosette bolt covers, shaped rails and foot board, height 96 in., length 76 in., width 64 in. $5000/7000 Reference: Pictured in Boor, Philadelphia Empire Furniture, p. 492, fig. 326.
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$1000/1500 410. Christian Adolf Schreyer (German, 18281899), “Leader of the Guard”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 16 1/4 in. x 20 1/4 in., in a giltwood frame. $4000/6000 Provenance: Descended in the family of noted Albany, GA collector Etta Bates
411. Giuseppe Mazzolini (Italian, 1806-1876), “Mother Watching Over Her Sleeping Infant”, 1865, oil on canvas, signed, dated, and inscribed “Roma” midlower right, 27 in. x 24 1/4 in., in a later carved, gessoed, and giltwood frame. $5000/7000 412. Eduard Steinbach (German, 1878-1939), “Buck in a Field”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 18 3/4 in. x 25 5/8 in., in period carved, gessoed and giltwood frame. $800/1200
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415. American School, mid-19th c., “Native Americans in a Mountain Landscape, a Waterfall in the Distance”, oil on canvas, 22 1/8 in. x 33 5/8 in., in a period cove molded, giltwood frame. $1200/1800 416. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Work Table, c. 1825, drop-leaf top over two drawers, spherule stem with acanthus collar, four volute saber legs, brass paw feet, casters, height 29 in., open length 35 in., depth 20 in. $1200/1800
The sitter of the present lot is the painter’s son-in law. Employing a deep, rich color palette and sure brush stroke, Grant deftly captures the dignity and bearing of the military officer. The artist’s companion portrait of his daughter, Anne Emily Grant Markham, hangs in the National Gallery of Scotland. Reference: Wills. High Society. National Galleries of Scotland. Edinburgh, 2003.
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420. An American Late Federal Mahogany Sideboard in the Sheraton Taste, early 19th c., top with banded edge, three drawers over four doors enclosing shelves, reeded stiles, turned tapered legs, height 38 3/4 in., width 60 1/8 in., depth 25 3/4 in. $800/1200
$2000/3000 417. An American Federal Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., attributed to John Needles, Baltimore, bowfront central section with a long drawer over a pair of doors, flanked by large doors on ring turned reeded legs ending in bulb feet, height 39 1/8 in., width 71 7/8 in., depth 23 5/8 in. $2500/3500 Note: A sideboard believed to be from the Miles Homestead (Brinkley House) nearly identical to the lot offered here is conserved by the Maryland Historical Society. The distinctive feet on this lot are nearly identical to those on a sideboard attributed to Needles from Montmorenci, the Worthington family home northwest of Baltimore and also in the Maryland Historical Society collection. Reference: Weidman. Furniture in Maryland, p. 156 pl. 117 and p. 158 pl. 119.
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421. An American Late Classical Mahogany Mixing Table, c. 1830, Philadelphia or Baltimore, original marble top, scrolled frieze, large fall front door, shelf interior, beveled base, rounded bracket feet, height 37 5/8 in., width 46 3/8 in., depth 19 5/8 in. $3000/5000
422. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Dressing Table, c. 1825, Philadelphia, rectangular mirror on turned columnar supports surmounted by urn finials; marble top over bolection drawer, arched apron flanked by glove drawers and Gothicized drawers, elaborately carved pedestal, incurvate plinth, acanthine paw feet, height 75 in., width 37 7/8 in., depth 22 1/4 in.
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425. A Royal Worcester Porcelain Dinner Service, transfer-decorated and hand-painted in the Imari palette with gilt highlights, comprising 3 graduated platters, a lidded soup tureen with undertray, 4 lidded vegetables (2 with undertrays), 2 lidded sauce tureens (1 with undertray, 19 dinner plates, 9 soup plates (diameter 10 1/2 in.), 12 soup plates (diameter 9 1/8 in.), 11 luncheon plates, and 8 dessert plates. (73 pcs.) $700/1000 426. An American Aesthetic Silverplate Tripartite Dressing Mirror, Roger, Smith & Co., Meriden, CT, patent no. 182633, 26 Sept. 1876; allover floral chasing with applied daisy corners, two folding mirror plates, easel back, height 20 3/8 in., width 17 7/8 in. $500/700
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429. A Meissen Porcelain Figural Potpourri Urn, 19th c., marked with blue crossed swords underglaze, the body mounted with a climbing monkey on grapevines, the base with a putto and maiden flanking a basket of grapes, height 12 1/2 in. $800/1200
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433. A Pair of Antique Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Console Tables, 19th c., each with marble tops, egg and dart molding, vitruvian scroll frieze, carved eagle support. $4000/6000 434. A Chinese Chippendale-Style Carved Mahogany Tea Table, reticulated gallery and frieze on distinctive cluster column legs, height 27 in., width 24 1/2 in., depth 16 1/2 in.
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437. A Pair of Italian Rococo Painted Fauteuils, late 18th c., molded crest rail, interlaced splat, serpentine arms and seat, cabriole legs, “Spanish” feet, ochre and gilt paint.
442. A Mason’s Ironstone Transfer and EnamelDecorated Bowl and Stand, c. 1840, decorated with Asian pagodas and blossoms, marked, presented in a mahogany stand with a scalloped shelf, columnar supports and incurvate triangular base, bowl height 8 1/4 in., diameter 17 3/4 in., stand height 31 in., diameter 20 in. Note: Old, visible restorations to bowl.
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Walnut Dressing Screen, late 19th c., four folding panels with shell and acanthus crests, and inset with brocade below, glazing above, raised on blocked feet, height 72 in., width 73 1/2 in.
Neoclassical Gilt and Polychrome Porcelain Vases, 19th c., swan handles, reserves painted with scenes of winter landscapes on reverse of “Satyr Uncovering a Nymph” and “Europa and the Bull”, black ground with masks and foliate ornaments, height 23 1/2 in., width 12 1/2 in., depth 9 in.
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French Architectural Engravings, 19th c., showing renderings of townhouses and their floor plans, each sight 14 5/8 in. x 9 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed as pairs. $400/600
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Figure of a Parrot, probably early 20th c., bearing blue crossed swords mark, height 14 1/4 in. $500/750
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443. An Antique French Gilt Metal Hall Lantern Frame, ovoid form with applied acanthus, fruit pendant, height 39 in., diameter 25 in. $800/1200 444. An Antique French Rouge Marble, Bronze and Tôle Table Lamp, the opposed putti supporting three lights with adjustable tôle shades, an indented base with beaded mounts, electrified, height 33 in., width 15 in., depth 8 in. $800/1200
445. A Pair of Louis XVIStyle Gilt Bronze and Crystal Ten-Light Chandeliers, acanthus corona, the cascade of beads framed by ornamental bronze; prism-hung candle arms, height 45 in., diameter 34 1/2 in. $5000/7000 446. A Pair of French Gilt and Enameled Molded and Cut Glass Candelabra, late 19th c., in the manner of Baccarat, extensively decorated with floral sprays and gilt highlights, hung with cut spear prisms, height 24 in. $1500/2500 447. An Antique Pair of French Patinated Bronze Figures of Libation Bearers, height 15 3/4 in., width 4 3/4 in., depth 4 3/4 in. $500/700 445 (1 of 2)
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and Gilded Mirror, c. 18101815, Philadelphia, cove molded cornice, above an allegorical églomisé panel, flanked by rosette mounted capitals and lobed columns. $500/750
448. A Carrara Marble of a Sleeping Child on a Sea Shell, 20th c., a variant of “Dead Boy on a Dolphin” by Lorenzo Lorenzetti (Italian, 1490-1541) now at The Hermitage, St. Petersburg, height 9 in., width 24 in., depth 13 in. $1000/1500 448
450. A French Inlaid Walnut Tall Case Clock, c. 1830, bonnet with arched cornice, dial flanked by engaged columns, plinth base faced with pylon panel, height 111 in., width 22 1/2 in. depth 13 1/2 in. $2000/3000
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452. A George III Faded Mahogany Handkerchief Table, 18th c., triangular drop leaf top, molded frieze on cabriole legs with gate leg, pad feet, height 27 in., width 33 1/2 in., open depth 33 1/2 in. $700/1000 Provenance: Henry Stern, New Orleans. 452 453. A William IV Mahogany Library Chair, c. 1830-1850, rounded back and upholstered scrolled arms, serpentine seat, turned front legs, brass cup casters, upholstered in suede. $500/800 454. A George III Figured Mahogany Bagatelle Table, late 18th c., foldover top opening to original fitted playing surface with antique cue sticks and balls; the rectangular frame with fold-out winged supports raised on square tapering legs ending in brass cup casters, lock stamped “E. Turner”, height 32 3/4 in., width 36 in., depth 18 1/4 in. Note: Visible shrinkage to top. $500/750 453
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455. A Set of English Mahogany Bedsteps, c. 1820, lift top, retains fabric treads, original porcelain bidet, raised on turned legs, height 26 1/2 in., width 19 in., depth 27 in.
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456. An American Federal Carved Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers, c. 1800, North Shore, Massachusetts, top with turreted corners over acanthus carved and reeded stiles flanking four graduated drawers on turned legs. $1500/2500 457. An American Carved Mahogany Tester Bed, 19th c., acanthus-carved posts, the headboard with swan’s neck crest centered by urn finial, molded rails, raised on carved legs, height 94 in., length 74 3/16 in., width 53 15/16 in.
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$1200/1800 458. A Regency Calamanderwood Work Table, early 19th c., dropleaf top with diamond inlay, one drawer over a silk barrel-shaped work basket, chamfered stem with foliate-carved base, lobed collar, incurvate plinth, scrolled feet, casters, height 28 3/8 in., width 18 1/2 in., depth 18 1/8 in. $800/1200 459. An English PaintDecorated Mahogany Tall Chest of Drawers, late 19th c., probably Wright and Mansfield, London, top above a projecting drawer over colonnettes flanking five drawers, blocked base, turned feet, height 59 1/2 in., width 40 3/4 in., depth 19 3/8 in. $2500/3500 458
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463. A Pair of Charles X Gilt and Patinated Bronze Four Light Candelabra, 19th c., each of columnar form with scrolling candlearms, lion’s paw feet on incurvate triangular plinth, height 25 in., diameter 9 in. $1000/1500
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460. A William IV Mahogany Library Table, the inset leather top above frieze drawers, raised on bulbous turned tapered legs with casters, height 30 in., width 78 in., depth 45 in.
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$3000/5000 461. A Large Antique French Painted Buffet à Deux Corps, early 19th c., molded cornice, shaped paneled doors, fluted center stile, conforming lower case, shaped skirt, cabriole legs, in gris de St. Anne paint, height 88 in., width 50 7/8 in., depth 24 3/8 in. $2000/3000
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464. A Pair of Italian Neoclassical-Style Carved Giltwood Sconces, eagle surmounting bust of a youthful Roman with foliate surround, ribboned tassels issuing three scroll candle arms, height 30 in., width 14 1/2 in., depth 7 1/2 in. $1200/1800
462. An Empire-Style BronzeMounted Mahogany Bureau Plat, leather top, slides at each end, three frieze drawers; four monopod griffin supports and conforming stretcher base on bun feet, height 32 1/2 in., width 64 in., depth 33 in. $2000/3000
465. A Neoclassical-Style Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Tôle Chandelier, corona with palm fronds and acorn pendant, domical body suspended by six chains above six conforming arms, height 40 in., diameter 27 in. $1000/1500 466. An Antique English Red Japanned Mirror, carved crest, molded border, beveled mirror plate, height 45 1/4 in., width 18 in. $500/700 467. A Continental Mahogany and Onyx Portico Clock, early 19th c., pediment surmounted by Roman figure, raised on columns, silk thread movement, striking gong, dial, pendulum bob and capitals all finely engine-turned, height 20 in., width 10 1/4 in., depth 5 1/4 in.
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$700/1000 468. A Congreve-Style Brass Rolling Ball Clock, triple dial for hours, minutes and seconds, above a tilting platform, all raised on turned columns, the whole mounted within brass and glazed case, ebonized base, brass spherical feet, height 17 in., width 14 in., depth 12 1/2 in.
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472. A George III Inlaid Mahogany Corner Washstand, late 18th/early 19th c., in the Hepplewhite taste, backsplash above the top, medial shelf with drawer, flared square legs connected by a shaped stretcher, height 42 in., width 26 in., depth 18 in.
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$1000/1500 473. An American Late Classical Figured Mahogany Commode, c. 1825, New York, original variegated gray and white marble top above one drawer, paneled door, shaped plinth base, height 29 7/8 in., width 16 in., depth 16 in. 472
470. An Antique French Carved Giltwood and Verte Peinte Trumeau Mirror, the molded frame with beribboned garland enclosing painted scene of ladies in 18th c. costume, mirror plate below. $1000/1500 471. A Fine Antique Louis XVI-Style Carved and Crème Peinte Trumeau Mirror, the panel painted in the manner of Fragonard, surrounded by a foliate-carved frame, the mirror with arching acanthus and shell crest, the panel with floral swags, height 101 1/2 in., width 50 in. 471
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$500/750 474. A Georgian Mahogany Side Chair, early 18th c., arched shaped back, balloon seat, cabriole legs ending in pad feet. $400/600
475. A Louis Philippe Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Lit de Repos, 19th c., cylindrical crest rail, paneled head and footboard, mounted columnar stiles, shaped conforming rails, height 43 in., width 72 in., depth 43 in. $800/1200 476. An Antique French Carved, Gilded and Crème Peinte Chaise Longue in the Louis XVI Taste, curved back with leaf and berry carved crest, loose cushion, guilloche carved seat rail, tapered fluted legs, height 37 1/2 in., length 72 in., depth 26 1/2 in. $700/1000 W 477. A Louis Philippe Mahogany Cylin-
der Commode, c. 1820, inset marble top, fluted column, height 28 1/16 in., diameter 15 1/16 in. $500/700
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Gilded Footstools, early 20th c., shaped rectangular tops, guilloche molding, rosette blocks over fluted tapered legs, height 10 in., width 17 in., depth 12 in. $400/600 480. Italian School, 19th c., “A Capriccio or Fantasy of Classical Architecture and Sculpture, with Figures”, oil on wood panel, unsigned, 28 in. x 40 in., in a whitepainted wood “trumeau” frame. $800/1200 Provenance: Empire Antiques, New Orleans, LA. 478 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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484. Italian School, 19th c., “Grand Canal, Venice”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 21 1/2 in. x 29 1/2 in., in a later frame. $1500/2500 484 481
481. Russian Icon, 19th c., “Theotokis Mother of God with Christ Child”, face, hands, and feet rendered in tempera on wood, bronze repoussé riza, 4 1/4 in. x 4 in., in a giltwood frame, all set within a black and gold painted wood frame. $800/1200 482. Italian School, late 19th/early 20th c., “Still Life of Coral Tulips and Pink Peonies”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 24 in. x 40 in., in a later frame. $800/1200 Provenance: Collection of Alonso Lansford, Director of Delgado Museum of Art.
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485. C. Adams (English, late 19th c.), “River Landscape with Bridge and Figures”, 1899, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 24 in. x 36 in., in a carved, gessoed and giltwood frame. $1000/1500 W 486. Lilian
483. Vittore Zanetti Zilla (Italian, 1864-1946), “View of Piazza San Marco, From Across the Grand Canal”, oil on canvas affixed to masonite, signed lower left, 14 1/8 in. x 10 1/8 in., in a giltwood frame.
Medland (British, 18801955), a group of four hand-colored lithographs of birds, c. 1909, from Birds of the British Islands, sight 8 1/4 in. x 10 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed.
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487. A Pair of Dresden Porcelain Seven-Light Candelabra, each encrusted with polychrome flowers and foliage, tripartite base with three putti on scroll feet, height 27 1/4 in., diameter 17 in. $1200/1800 488. A Monumental Dresden Porcelain Urn, late 19th/early 20th c., Carl Thieme Factory, the lid with a rocaille crest with coat of arms, reserve with a scene of courtiers, floral sprays en verso, with applied fruit and flower swags, the handles modeled as maidens bearing flower baskets, base stamped, reserve signed “Geyer”, height 43 in., width 18 in., depth 13 in.
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Jardinière, 19th c., by J.J. Vieillard & Co., Bordeaux, marked, in the Neoclassical taste, reserved with oval roundels of Roman busts decorated with laurel branches and floral sprays, Greek key border, height 10 7/8 in., width 12 in., note: drilled.
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Bronze Notepad, back stamped “Tiffany Studios New York 1090”, 7 1/2 in. x 4 5/8 in.; together with a Tiffany Studios “American Indian” bronze paper clip, back stamped “Tiffany Studios New York 1190”, 4 in. x 2 3/4 in.
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Polychrome Enamel-Decorated Center Bowl, c.1820, marked, reserved with scenes of maidens in an interior, decorated completely on the interior and exterior, height 5 in., diameter 10 3/4 in.
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$400/600 W 495. An Antique French Champlevé and Onyx Vase, late W 491. A Staffordshire Tea Service, Pinder, Bourne & Co.,
Burslem, 1862-1882, consisting of a coffee pot, a tea pot, a creamer, a sugar dish lacking cover, a waste bowl, six cups and saucers, and a tray, all with applied floral decoration, (18 pcs.) $500/700 W 492. Two Parian Porcelain Figures, one by Copeland
depicting “Professor John Wilson”, c. 1866, marked, the other of a young maiden holding a lyre, height 17 1/2 in. and 13 1/2 in. respectively.
19th c., champlevé neck, handles and foot, height 14 1/2 in., diameter 5 in. $400/600 W 496. A Group of Three Polychromed Wood Santos
Figures, 18th c., including a female saint (possibly Santa Bibiana), St. Francis and a Papal saint, each presented on a plinth base, larger height 12 in., width 4 in., depth 3 1/2 in., smaller height 10 in., width 2 1/2 in., depth 3 in. $500/750
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493. An American Aesthetic Mixed Metals Cane Stand, early 20th c., flared lip, cylindrical body with floral embossing, strapwork and bosses, height 22 7/8 in., diameter 10 in. $500/700
Antique example discovered at Hadrian’s Villa, Tivoli, about 1771, spurious “Barbedienne Fondeur” mark, egg and dart molded lip, intertwined handles, Bacchic frieze over acanthine molded bowl, gadrooned everted socle over fluted foot, height 10 1/2 in., width 17 1/2 in., depth 12 in. $500/750 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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502. An American Gilt Brass and Bronze Solar Lamp, c. 1850, attributed to H.N. Hooper and Co., pattern no. 620, the font encircled by crystal prisms, fluted columnar standard, stepped marble base with lamb’s tongue gilt bronze molding, period etched and cut blown glass shade, height 21 in., diameter 8 in.
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498. Four Continental Plaster Plaques of “The Four Seasons”, late 19th c., after Bertel Thorvaldsen (Danish, 1768-1844), 30 in. x 30 in. $800/1200 499. An Antique Aesthetic Ebonized and Minton Tile Jardinière, c. 1885, the rectangular frame fitted with glazed and transferdecorated tiles with lilies of the valley on a burgundy ground between geometric bands, tôle liner, height 10 1/4 in., width 30 1/4 in., depth 9 1/4 in.
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English Painted Wood Pub Sign, probably mid-19th c., King’s Langley, Hertfordshire, England, declaring “Pubmaster/ The Old Palace/ Edward de Langley 1342-1402”, black cast iron frame; now covered in a protective clear fixative, 34 3/8 in. x 29 in. $400/600 501. A George IV Sheffield Plate Meat Dish, Warming Stand and Cover, 19th c., associated, the shaped cover with robust 502 gadroon border interspersed with shells and foliage, engraved armorial crest, the sterling silver finial in the form of a hound’s head, hallmarked London, 1824, maker’s mark rubbed; well and tree meat dish, warming stand with lotus and foliate handles, height 14 1/2 in., length 24 1/2 in., width 18 in. $3500/4500
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503. An American Gilt Brass and Bronze Solar Lamp, c. 1850, attributed to Starr, Fellows & Co., pattern no. 250, lobed font, star and snowflake crystal prisms, incurvate triangular standard, ribbed bun feet, period etched and cut blown glass shade, height 26 3/4 in., diameter 8 1/2 in. $1000/1500
Note: An identical lamp is shown in 19th Century Elegant Lighting, Gerald Gowitt, page 113.
504. An American Aesthetic Brass Lantern, late 19th c., surmounted by pierced gallery, leaded stained glass panels with various plants and birds, pierced scrolled corner mounts, height 16 5/8 in., width 11 5/8 in., depth 11 5/8 in. $800/1200 505. A German Porcelain Brooch depicting a Vestal Virgin, the polychromed oval in a 14 kt. yellow gold frame with ropetwist border, inscribed en verso “Adrienne Lecouvreur”, 2 7/8 in. x 2 1/4 in. oval $600/900
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Cut Glass Wine Goblets, mid-19th c., with etched monograms, height 5 3/4 in., diameter 3 3/8 in. $150/250 W 507. An English Blown and Etched
Glass Celery Vase, c. 1850, floral design with bird and monogram, height 8 3/4 in., diameter 4 in. $150/250 W 508. A Group of Nine Anglo-Irish
Cut and Etched Glass Wine and Liqueur Glasses, 1825-1840, of various forms and sizes, heights ranging from 3 3/8 in. to 4 7/8 in.
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c. 1830, in an allover geometric design of fans and strawberry diamonds, associated faceted stopper, height 9 3/8 in. $100/200
512. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted and Malachite Veneered Jardinières, of circular form, lion masque ring handles, molded plinth base on paw feet. $2000/3000 W 513. An Egyptian Painted and Gessoed Wood Fragment, the slightly curved panel
painted to one side with a figure in profile with glyph panels, height 8 in., width 4 1/2 in. $500/700
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Crystal Wine Goblets and Champagne Coupes, eight of each, vasiform stem and monogrammed “LFA”; acid etched stamps, height 6 3/8 in. and 4 1/4 in. respectively.
W 514. An Egyptian Carved Stone Shabti, the porous stone carved in the form of a
prone figure with long hair draping over each shoulder and arms crossed at the chest, paint remnants, height 6 1/2 in., presented on a wire work stand. $500/700
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Rearing Horse, 20th c., possibly Baccarat, height 10 in., length 11 in., width 4 3/4 in.
scrolled supports, blocked plinth base, height 16 1/2 in., width 52 in., depth 15 1/2 in. $500/750
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517. A Paris Porcelain Mantel Clock, mid19th c., probably Jacob Petit, in two parts, bleu céleste ground, overall foliate and scrolled acanthus decoration, presented on a plinth base under a glass dome, height 21 1/2 in., width 13 1/2 in., depth 8 in. $1000/1500 518. A Monumental Chinese Hardstone Flowering Tree in a Cloisonné Enamel Jardinière, green foliage and colorful blossoms borne on naturalistic “bark” branches, height 42 in., width 29 in. 516
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$500/700 519. A Persian Serapi Carpet, navy and cream ground, allover stylized floral motif, geometric floral border, 11 ft. x 14 ft. 8 in. $6000/8000 W 520. A
Persian Herati Carpet, red ground, repeating geometric design, 10 ft. 5 in. x 14 ft. $1800/2500 Provenance: Acquired from Jacqueline Vance, New Orleans, c. 1983. 518 W 521. A
516. A Good French Bronze Doré Figural Mantel Clock, mid19th c., the arched top of cloud-form design, surmounted by a putto flanked by a globe, telescope and map, the conforming body with Sevres plaques and spandrels, the porcelain dial marked “Robin à Paris”, the whole decorated with swags, ribbons and gadrooning, on toupie feet, height 21 in., width 16 1/2 in., depth 7 in. $1000/1500
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Persian Bakhtiari Carpet, red ground, central medallion, floral border, 7 ft. 1 in. x 10 ft. 8 in. $2000/3000
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$1500/2500 524. A Persian Kerman Carpet, red and cream ground, central medallion, floral border, 9 ft. 5 in. x 13 ft. 2 in. $3500/4500 525. A Persian Tabriz Carpet, red ground, bold geometric central medallion, highly stylized border, 6 ft. 7 in. x 10 ft. 3 in. $2000/3000
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526. An American Chippendale Carved Mahogany TiltTop Tea Table, 18th c., molded serpentine top, baluster stem, arched legs terminating in ball and claw feet, height 28 1/2 in., width 34 in., depth 32 in. $1000/1500
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527. A Federal Carved Walnut Corner Cupboard, early 19th c., Southern, swan’s neck crest centered by a stop-fluted plinth, glazed molded doors, scalloped shelves; paneled doors below, shaped base, blocked feet, height 90 in., width 48 1/2 in., depth 30 in. $2000/3000 528. A George III Mahogany Pembroke Table, late 18th c., with drop leaves, frieze drawer, square tapered fluted legs ending in Spanish feet, casters, height 28 5/8 in., closed width 21 1/2 in., depth 28 1/8 in. $700/1000 529. A George III-Style Inlaid Mahogany Drop-Leaf Dining Table, 19th c., rosewood and satinwood banding, turned and tapered gate legs, height 28 1/2 in., width 42 in., closed length 20 in. $1200/1800
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530. William Merritt Post, A.N.A. (American/Connecticut, 1856-1935), pair of landscapes, “Over the Falls” and “A Lake”, oils on board, both signed lower right, and with Uter’s Art Emporium, New Orleans, LA, labels en verso, each 9 7/8 in. x 19 1/2 in., in matching giltwood frames. $1000/1500 531. Christopher High Shearer (American/Pennsylvania, 1846-1926), “Stalking the Rabbit”, 1886, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, with a Closson/Cincinnati label en verso, 38 in. x 48 in., in a simple giltwood frame. $1500/2500 532. Thomas Corwin Lindsay (American/Ohio, 1839-1907), “Contemplation of the Spring”, 1859, oil on canvas, unsigned, stamped “From the estate of Thomas J. Lindsay a direct descendent of Thomas Corwin Lindsay b. 1839 d. 1907” en verso, 18 in. x 21 7/8 in., framed; accompanied by a Lindsay Estate certificate.
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$1000/1500 533. Thomas Bailey Griffin (American, 1858-1918), “Stormy Day”, 1907, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 27 in. x 21 1/2 in., framed. $1000/1500 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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536. Augustin Francois Lefebvre (French, late 19th/early 20th c.), “Du Fay”, 1893, oil on canvas, signed, titled and dated lower right, stamped “Hardy Alan, 56 Rue du Cherche Midi/ Paris” and with a “Maison Fondee/ 1848/ Emile Frapin/ 40/ Rue des Bahutiers/ 40/ Bordeaux” label en verso, 15 in. x 21 7/8 in., in a giltwood frame. $800/1200 537. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Dressing Table, mid-19th c., octagonal mirror above serpentine variegated white marble top, conforming skirt with bead molding, incurvate plinth base. $1200/1800 534
534. Rosina Emmet Sherwood (American, 1854-1948), pair of portraits, “Frederick Lippitt (1916-2005)” and “Mary Ann Lippitt (1918-2006)”, 1920, pastel on paper, both initialed “R.E.S” and dated lower right and left respectively, latter with D.B. Butler & Co., Madison Avenue, New York label en verso, sight 22 3/4 in. x 19 1/4 in., in matching period giltwood frames.
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Note: This winsome pair of portraits depicts siblings from a distinguished Rhode Island family with Colonial origins, the son and daughter U.S. Senator Henry F. Lippitt and Lucy Hayes Herron Lippitt and grandchildren to Rhode Island Governor Charles Warren Lippitt. Fredrick Lippitt was an anti-corruption candidate for mayor of Providence and Minority Leader in the Rhode Island House of Representatives in the 1970s. A member of a prominent New York family including artists Lydia Field Emmet and Ellen Emmet Rand, Rosina Emmet Sherwood studied under William Merritt Chase in New York and with Tony Robert-Fleury at the Academie Julian. The mother of five children, Sherwood often used her own family as subjects. 535. Gustav Adolf-Müller (German, 1828-1901), “A Spinner Under a South Italian Portico”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, 21 1/4 in. x 14 in., in a fine period wood frame. $2000/3000
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538. A Good Pair of Dutch Painted Mahogany and Gilt Encoignures, late 18th c., with ebeniste’s stamp “FL”; superstructure with shelves, serpentine base with pair of doors enclosing shelf interior, molded plinth; the doors centered by colorful reserves of putti representing the Four Seasons, height 66 in., width 27 in., depth 18 1/2 in. $2500/3500 539. A Good Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Parquetry Commode, early 19th c., bowfront case with drawer over door, square tapering legs, height 31 1/2 in., width 20 1/2 in., depth 16 in. $2000/3000 540. A Pair of Italian Carved and Gilt Mirrored Bracket Shelves, each opposing mirror with scrolled acanthine surround and bracket support, height 31 in., width 12 in. $500/750 W 541. A Spanish Colonial Carved and
Polychromed Wood Retablo, 19th c., with two doors enclosing an oil on tin painting of “The Madonna and Child Encircled by a Halo of Roses”, image sight 13 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in., overall dimensions height 26 in., width 20 1/2 in., depth 6 in. $300/500
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542. A Sèvres Bleu Cobalt Porcelain and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Lidded Urn, early 20th c., opposing reserves painted in the 18th c. style, one with a maiden and cherubs signed “Quentin”, height 25 in. Note: restorations. $500/750 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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Autograph Collection, c. 18501940, contained in three albums, featuring hundreds of signed photographs, letters, clipped signatures, envelopes and other ephemera, with numerous actors and actresses, political figures, aristocracy and the like; one highlight: the explorer Sir Henry Stanley. $600/900 Provenance: G.T. Garland, Esq., Quarry House, Suffolk, England.
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Bindings], including John Marshall, The Life of Washington, 1804-1807, five volumes, lacking atlas, in full calf; Thomas Carlyle’s Works, 1894, twelve volumes, 3/4 leather; six volumes of Acts Passed by the General Assembly of the State of Louisiana, published Baton Rouge, various years from 18841900, full calf; a group of six signed full leather books published by Franklin Library, incl: Joyce Carol Oates, Drury, Roth, Updike, Donleavy and Leon Uris, 29 books total.
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543. French School, 19th/20th c., “Two Putti Accompanying a Nightingale”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 28 3/4 in. x 74 in., in an attractive carved wood frame.
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Continental Terracotta Bust of a Medieval Lady, 19th c., in the Renaissance style, height 25 in., width 25 in., depth 9 1/2 in.
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French Polychrome and Gilt Porcelain Apothecary Jars, 19th c., labeled “Rhoeados Petula” and “Beur: de Cac”, heights 11 1/4 in. and 10 1/2 in.
$300/500 549. A Marble Bust of a Poet Laureate of Rome, height 23 1/8 in., width 19 1/2 in., depth 10 in.
$300/500 549 545. A Fine Edwardian PaintDecorated Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Desk, c. 1900, inset leather top, floral and foliate swag decoration, kneehole configuration of drawers, square tapered legs ending in casters, height 30 1/8 in., width 48 in., depth 27 in. $1500/2500
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$700/900 550. A Federal Mahogany and Églomisé Banjo Clock, c. 1820, dial painted “Roxbury”, eagle finial, the gilt and painted tablets bordered by carved, beaded gilt frames, height 32 1/2 in., width 10 1/4 in. $700/1000
551. A Rare American Terracotta Figure of a Recumbent Sheltie, mid-19th c., inscribed “J.W. Fiske /Chambers St, NY” at front of base, the elegant reclining dog grasping a bumblebee between his paws, height 16 in., length 30 in., width 11 in.
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$800/1200 552. An American Modern Gothic Carved, Inlaid and Ebonized Desk, late 19th c., New York, spindled gallery, fall front lid, fitted interior, baluster supports, low shelf, outswept legs, height 48 1/2 in., width 24 5/8 in., depth 17 in.
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$500/750 553. An American Classical Carved Mahogany Armoire, early 19th c., Baltimore, molded cornice, inset arched frieze, paneled doors flanked by Ionic columns, on massive turned feet; divided interior with shelves and a single drawer flanked by open hanging space, height 81 in., width 60 1/8 in., depth 27 1/8 in. $1500/2500
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554. A Set of Ten French Provincial Carved Fruitwood Dining Chairs in the Louis XV Taste, early 20th c., comprised of two armchairs and eight side chairs; arched, molded leaf carved crest, caned back and serpentine seat, cartouche carved rail, cabriole legs.
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$1200/1800 555. An Antique Louis XV-Style Oak Draw-Leaf Dining Table, shaped parquetry top with reeded edge and two leaves, shaped foliate carved skirt, pendant husk carved cabriole legs, scrolled toes, height 30 in., length 80 5/8 in., width 47 5/8 in. $2500/3500
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556. A Regency Paint-Decorated Sofa, early 19th c., molded crest rail with slightly curved ends, shaped arms, loose cushion, conforming seat rail, square molded tapered legs, brass ferrules, casters, height 39 1/4 in., width 76 1/2 in., depth 24 1/4 in. $1200/1800 557. Spanish Colonial School, late 19th c., group of five retablos: “Virgin Appearing Before a Young Girl”, oil on tin, sight 13 1/4 in. x 9 1/4 in.; “Our Lady of The Incarnation”, oil on tin, sight 6 1/2 in. x 4 1/2 in.; “The Virgin of Guadalupe”, oil on tin, sight 13 1/4 in. x 9 1/4 in.; “Christ Child with St. Joseph”, oil on tin, sight 13 1/2 in. x 9 1/2 in.; “Christ Child with St. Joseph”, oil on tin, crowned figure holding a lily blooming staff symbolizing purity, sight 9 1/2 in. x 6 1/2 in., all in carved wood frames.
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$2000/3000 558. Spanish Colonial School, 19th c., group of three retablos: “The Crucifixion, with The Virgin and St. John The Evangelist”, oil on tin, Spanish inscription at bottom center, sight 13 1/2 in. x 9 1/2 in.; “The Crucifixion”, oil on tin, sight 9 1/2 in. x 6 1/2 in.; “The Trinity”, oil on tin, sight 12 3/4 in. x 9 in.; all in carved wood frames. $1000/1500 559. Spanish Colonial School, late 18th/early 19th c., group of four retablos, three depicting scenes from “The Childhood of Christ”, and the fourth “The Virgin Mary”, all oil on copper, each sight 13 1/4 in. x 9 1/2 in., in later matching carved wood frames.
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Glazed Pottery Figure, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), modeled in the form of a robed official wearing a tall hat and carrying an instrument in one hand, height 9 1/8 in. $300/500 W 561. A Chinese Famille Rose
Porcelain Bottle Vase, 19th c., the globular body with figural roundels reserved on a white ground strewn with auspicious emblems and floral sprays, height 13 1/2 in., wood stand. Note: Repair to top of neck. 558 (1 of 3)
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562. A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Covered Jars, drum form bodies with sloping shoulders, decorated with Buddhistic lions and brocade balls amid ruyi clouds, height 17 in. $1200/1800 W 563. A Pair of
W 566. A French Porcelain and Patinated
Bronze of Calliope, early 20th c., stamped “France” on the base, the Muse of Poetry depicted seated at a desk, on an oval black variegated marble bronze-mounted plinth base, height 7 1/2 in., width 6 in., depth 7 1/2 in. $300/500 W 567. A French Porcelain and Patinated
Bronze of Clio, early 20th c., stamped “France” on the base, the Muse of History seated before an easel, on an oval black variegated marble bronzemounted plinth base, height 8 in., width 6 in., depth 7 in. $300/500
Venetian Gilt Metal and Églomisé TwoLight Sconces, each mirrored backplate reverse painted with courtiers, height 21 1/2 in., width 15 in., depth 4 1/2 in.
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Antique English Red Japanned Mirror, 19th c., carved crest and border, beveled mirror plate, height 31 1/2 in., width 16 3/4 in.
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Italian Patinated Metal Sculpture of a Reclining Roman Matron, early 20th c., possibly Agrippina, height 13 1/2 in., width 17 1/2 in., depth 7 in., on a rectangular green and cream veined black marble base.
568. A Louis XVI-Style Decorative Gilt Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock, mid-20th c., dial with visible escapement, moon phase and calendar dial, subsidiary dials with foliate surround, scrolled bracket supports, molded plinth, height 22 in., width 26 in., depth 9 in.
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$2000/3000 W 571. A Chinese Polychrome
569. Chinese School, late 19th/early 20th c., “Figures in a Pavilion”, ink and tempera on linen, with partial label attributing the work to “Chi Chang Ho...Peking, China” and with Closson’s, Cincinnati label en verso, sight 30 3/4 in. x 17 3/4 in., matted and framed. $500/700
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$400/600 W 570. A Large Chinese Carved Giltwood Low Table,
scrolled decoration, cabriole legs with eagle masks ending in talon feet, height 17 in., width 79 in., depth 37 in. $500/750
Enameled “Swatow” Porcelain Circular Box, late Ming Dynasty, probably Wanli Period (1573-1620), the slightly tapering lower body raised on a short foot, the domed cover with a “combed” finial, height 5 1/2 in., diameter 5 5/8 in.
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Opera Dolls/Marionettes, early 20th c., carved and painted wood faces, hands, and feet, supported on metalwork and papiermâché stands, covered in bright embroidered silk garments, string attachments for manipulation. $1200/1800
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W 575. A Chinese Padded Green Silk Surcoat, early 20th c., front
opening with five toggle closures, base with two side slits, finely embroidered throughout in couched gold thread with a magnificent golden phoenix, sewn label within collar bearing collection numbers “1920.067.001”, height 48 in., width 49 1/2 in. $400/600 576. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plaque by Wang Dachang (Jingdezhen, 1901-1953), rectangular form, the foreground painted with a lone figure crossing a bridge with trees, boats, cliffs and mountains in the background, inscribed, signed and sealed upper right, height 15 1/8 in., width 10 1/8 in. $1200/1800
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577. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bottle Vase, late 19th/early 20th c., the pear-shaped body raised on a tall foot and issuing a short neck and flared rim, decorated throughout with nine multi-colored bats flying among peach sprays and auspicious symbols, recessed base with six character Guangxu (1875-1908) mark in iron red, height 11 1/2 in. $800/1200 W 578. Two
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573. A Monumental Chinese Embroidery Panel, late 19th/early 20th c., worked in satin stitch and padded satin stitch to create raised highlights, depicting a phoenix and a cock, 65 in. x 53 1/2 in., orange silk border and frame, overall 80 1/2 in. x 65 1/2 in. $1200/1800 574. A Monumental Chinese Embroidery Panel, late 19th/early 20th c., shaped panel worked in satin stitch and padded satin stitch with couched gold and silver thread and down feather and metal disc highlights, depicting birds on flowering branches above birds in water, the sides and bottom banded en suite with dragons and sea creatures with “jewel” set eyes, height 47 in., width 66 1/2 in., mounted to a silk covered canvas stretcher, overall 53 in. x 70 in. $1200/1800
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Chinese Embroidery Panels, 19th c., the first depicting a figural 576 procession, complete with nine figures, worked in knot and satin stitch with couched threads on a red woven ground, with a lower and side border of scrolling foliage, butterflies and a bat, sight 9 1/2 in. x 37 in., framed; the second depicting a seated figure in an outdoor pavilion, worked in knot and satin stitch on a cream ground, sight 7 3/4 in. x 3 3/8 in., framed. $400/600 W 579. A Chinese Kangxi-Style Blue and White
Porcelain Sleeve Vase, cylindrical body with flared rim painted allover with flowering prunus branches on a blue ground, height 14 in., now drilled and mounted as a lamp. $300/500
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580. A Pair of Chinese Yellow-Ground GrisailleDecorated Dayazhai Porcelain Dishes, late 19th c., each painted in the Empress Dowager style with flowering branches, the iron-red Dayazhai mark inscribed beside a tian di yi jia chun oval seal, the base with iron red Yong qing chang chun mark, diameter 5 5/8 in. $600/800 W 581. Two Pairs of Chinese Embroidered Silk Sleeve
Bands, early 20th c., the first pair with bats flanking a central peony blossom, worked in knot and satin stitch on a cream silk ground, sewn together, sight 19 1/2 in. x 9 in; the second pair with crabs, butterflies and bats amid peonies and foliage, worked in satin stitch on a pale blue ground, sewn together, sight 19 3/4 in. x 8 3/4 in., framed alike. $400/600 583 W 582. A Pair of Chinese Embroidered Silk Sleeve
Bands, late 19th c., flowers, fish and auspicious emblem design, worked in satin and knot stitch on a pale blue ground, sewn together, height 20 1/2 in., width 8 3/4 in., embroidered silk floral border, framed. $300/500 583. A Chinese Kesi Dragon Robe, early-to-mid 19th c., finely woven in the split weave technique with nine five-clawed dragons and flaming pearls above a terrestrial diagram and lishui stripe at the hem amid ruyi cloud clusters interspersed with bats clutching double peach sprays and wan emblems, picked out in various colors on an apricot yellow ground, the lapel and collar woven in split weave with further dragons, bats, and auspicious emblems on a midnight blue ground, height 37 in., width 56 in. $1500/2500 Provenance: Acquired China, 1920s; thence by descent. 584. A Chinese Silk Surcoat, late 19th c., the midnight blue silk woven with symmetrically arranged flori-form roundels enclosing a single crane in flight above a turbulent sea set with a descended moon, the sleeves banded in cream silk woven with a phoenix, dragon and bear picked out in bright polychrome and gold and silver couched threads, height 42 in., width 63 in.
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585. A Chinese Album of Erotic Paintings, c. 1920, comprised of twelve paintings and twelve pages of text, the paintings finely rendered with amorous couples engaging in various acts of lovemaking within luxurious indoor and outdoor settings, each 10 1/2 in. x 8 in., overall height 13 1/8 in., width 9 5/8 in., depth 1 1/4 in.
Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent.
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W 589. A Group of Four Persian Illustrated and Illuminated Manuscript Leaves,
probably 19th c., each gouache on paper heightened with gold, the first with figures and a horse by a stream, sheet 8 3/8 in. x 5 7/8 in., matted and framed; the second with figures in a mountainous landscape with trees and flowers, verso calligraphy, sight 6 3/4 in. x 4 3/8 in., float mounted and framed, with G.D. Van de Geer, den Haag, label; the third with figures kneeling beside a crowned prince, sight 10 7/8 in. x 7 1/4 in., framed with G.D. Van de Geer, den Haag, label; the fourth with inscription cartouches on a floral ground with a pink ground surround painted with forest animals and plants, sheet 11 1/4 in. x 7 3/8 in., framed. $800/1200 W 590. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Folk Garment Ensemble, 19th c., including a
robe embroidered to the front and rear with precious antiques, scholarly objects, flowers, and butterflies, picked out in satin stitch and couched gold threads on a pale pink ground, the neck attached with foliate collar hung with tassels, the sleeves of embroidered blue silk, height 47 1/2 in., width 63 3/4 in.; and a skirt with floral design picked out in satin stitch on a red ground, the hem hung with tassels, white cotton waist band, height 37 in.; together with an embroidered shawl with satin stitch floral design on a lavender ground, hung with tassels, (3 pcs.) $500/700 Provenance: Christie’s East, September 16, 1982, lot 173.
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586. Two Chinese Partial Green and Amber Glazed Pottery Figures, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), each standing male figure with a detachable head, raised on an hexagonal plinth, height 16 1/4 in. and 16 in.
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$600/800 W 591. Chinese School, 20th c., “Flowering Branches”, four paintings, each
587. A Group of Five Chinese Partial Green Glazed Pottery Figures, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), height 7 1/4 in., 8 1/4 in., 9 3/4 in., 12 3/4 in., and 13 1/2 in.; and an unglazed pottery figure, probably Tang Dynasty (618-907), height 8 in. (6 pcs.) $600/800 588. A Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Armchairs, late 19th/early 20th c., horseshoe shaped backs, with fretwork splats, serpentine volute carved seat rail, cabriole legs. $1200/1800
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ink and color on paper, each inscribed and sealed, each 26 in. x 13 in. $500/700 W 592. A Group of Three Chinese Civil and Military Rank Badges,
19th c., including a front military badge with a flaming bear crouched on a rock outcropping amid pine, prunus and lingzhi with a bat flying overhead, picked out in satin stitch, 9 7/8 in. x 10 in.; a front civil badge applied with a golden pheasant in flight against a sky of cloud-scrolls and a red sun overhead, picked out in knot stitch, 10 in. x 11 in.; a back civil badge with a silver pheasant standing on a rock above lishui waves amid auspicious emblems, picked out in satin stitch, 14 1/4 in. x 14 1/4 in. (3 pcs.) $500/700 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent.
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593. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Jacket, late 19th c., padded yellow silk embroidered toward the front hem with two dragons above a lishui stripe amid flaming pearls, bats, phoenixes, and ruyi clouds, picked out in satin stitch and gold couched threads, the back en suite with two dragons and four phoenixes, height 35 in.
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$600/800 594. A Chinese Silk Surcoat, late 19th c., the dark blue silk woven with roundels enclosing dueling dragons and dueling phoenixes symmetrically arranged amid floral sprays, butterflies, insects, and bats above a large hem of frothing waves strewn with Buddhist emblems below dueling four-clawed dragons, height 43 in., width 67 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent. 595. A Chinese Silk Surcoat, late 19th c., the red silk embroidered in satin stitch with a central front and rear square enclosing an egret on a rock set in water facing the sun, surrounded by floral sprays and bats above a lishui stripe hem with frothing waves strewn with auspicious emblems issuing a terrestrial diagram, height 46 in., width 64 in. $700/900 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent.
596. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Vest, late 19th c., the heather blue silk embroidered with floral and auspicious emblem designs worked in satin and knot stitch with couched gold thread highlights, height 24 in., width 20 1/2 in. Note: altered at waist. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s, thence by descent. W 597. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Skirt, late 19th c., the teal
blue silk applied to the front and rear hem with peony, prunus, bat and lingzhi, picked out in knot stitch, white cotton waist band, lined, height 37 1/4 in. $400/600 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent. W 598. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Skirt, late 19th c., the
brown silk embroidered along the hem with scaly four-clawed dragons and phoenixes above writhing waves, blue cotton waist band, lined, height 39 in. $400/600 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent.
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of Chinese Embroidered Wardrobe Accessories, late 19th/early 20th c., including a pair of embroidered silk “lotus” shoes for bound feet, height 3 1/8 in., width 4 1/4 in.; an embroidered silk sleeve band, butterfly and floral design picked out 606 in knot stitch outlined in gold couched thread on pale green silk damask, overall 42 1/2 in. x 8 1/4 in.; an embroidered silk “wallet”, possibly earmuffs, two roundels sewn together, silk interior, diameter 6 1/4 in; and three unmade textiles, including yellow damask, polychrome embroidered green silk, and foil wrapped embroidered blue silk, (6 pcs.)
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$400/600 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent. 603 602. A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Circular Dish, Republican Period, 20th c., the interior with stylized scrolling designs, the exterior with entwined ruyi heads, recessed base with Daoguang seal mark, height 1 1/4 in., diameter 5 3/4 in. $400/600
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603. A Pair of Chinese Coral-Red Ground Porcelain Bowls, deep rounded sides rising to a slightly flared rim, decorated on the exterior with scrolling peony and hibiscus on a coral-red ground, bases with Qianlong (1736-1795) seal marks, height 2 1/4 in., diameter 4 1/4 in. $600/800 604. A Pair of Chinese Famille Rose “Bajixian” Porcelain Wine Cups, late 19th c., U-form bodies raised on a short circular foot, decorated with beribboned Buddhistic emblems, bajixian, between stylized key fret and ruyi head borders, recessed bases with six character Guangxu (1875-1908) marks, height 2 3/4 in., diameter 3 1/2 in. $600/800
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W 599. A Chinese Embroidered Silk Skirt, late 19th c., the
yellow silk embroidered with bats and peony in satin and knot stitch to the front and rear hem, blue cotton waistband, unlined, height 38 1/2 in. $400/600 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent. W 600. A Pair of Chinese Embroidered Silk Trousers, late
19th/early 20th c., multi-colored pleated silk embroidered with figures in a garden landscape amid numerous flying bats, height 41 in. $400/600 Provenance: Acquired in China, 1920s; thence by descent.
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605. A Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Wine Cups, probably Republican Period, 20th c., squat U-form bodies with allover flowering prunus decoration, recessed bases with Daoguang (18211850) seal marks, height 1 1/2 in., diameter 3 1/8 in. $500/700 606. Set of Four Chinese Porcelain Dishes, Republican Period, 20th c., two saucers, two wine cups, the interiors decorated with a pair of bats and a crane beneath a wisteria entwined pine, the exteriors with bats, each base with Qing Hua Zhen Pin (Precious Object of Splendor) marks, saucers height 1 1/2 in., diameter 5 3/4 in.; wine cups height 1 1/2 in., diameter 3 1/8 in. $500/700
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W 607. A Near Pair of Chinese
Famille Rose Beaker Vases, 18th/19th c., each of cylindrical form with flared neck and foot, decorated with shaped floral cartouches on a pink ground strewn with flowering vines, 9 1/8 in. and 9 1/2 in., wood stands. Note: Restorations.
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$400/600 608. A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Bowls, early 19th c., tapering bodies raised on short feet, the exteriors with vining floral and geometric decoration, height 3 in., diameter 6 3/4 in. 611
$800/1200 W 609. A Chinese Biscuit Glazed
Famille Verte Porcelain Horse and Groom, probably 20th c., the figures modeled standing on a rectangular plinth, the caparisoned horse with saddle bags surmounted by a large peach, height 6 1/4 in., width 6 3/4 in., depth 3 in. $400/600 610. A Chinese Transitional Style Wucai Porcelain Baluster Vase, probably 20th c., painted with large shaped cartouches enclosing fish swimming amid water foliage reserved on a diaper ground, height 14 in.
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$800/1200 611. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Nine Peach Charger, late 19th/early 20th c., the interior boldly painted with a single bat and nine peaches borne on a flowering branch, the exterior with three bamboo sprays, height 3 in., diameter 18 1/2 in. Note: Restoration.
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Porcelain Brush Pot, mid-to-late 19th c., slightly splayed cylindrical form, enameled to the exterior with figures and inscription cartouches, height 5 1/2 in., diameter 4 1/2 in. Note: Restoration.
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612. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Cup, Republican Period, 20th c., deep U-shaped body delicately enameled along the sloping sides with five boys at play, base with Qianlong seal mark, height 3 1/8 in., diameter 3 1/2 in., fitted glasspaned presentation box.
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Enamel Wine Cups, mid-to-late 19th c., each of tapering U-form raised on a short circular foot, the exteriors enameled with dragons pursuing flaming pearls amid floral heads, the interiors of pale blue enamel, height 2 in., diameter 2 3/4 in.
Calcified Jade Buddhistic Lion Group, the rectangular seal surmounted by a large turtle, height 2 1/4 in., width 2 in., depth 2 in.; the lion group modeled as a recumbent lion with her cub clamoring up her side, length 2 3/4 in. $400/600 616. A Chinese Falangcai Enameled Beijing Glass Brushpot, late 19th c., cylindrical form polychrome enameled around the exterior with a scene of quail amid bamboo and peony on a translucent milky white ground, recessed base with four character Guangxu (1875-1908) mark, height 5 3/8 in., diameter 3 in. $1000/1500
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619. A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain “Chicken” Wine Cups, 17th/18th c., bell-form bodies raised on short feet with flared rims, exteriors decorated with chickens and chicks amid foliage, interior wells with floral roundels, height 2 7/8 in., diameter 3 1/4 in., recessed bases with Kangxi (1622-1722) six character marks, custom fitted storage box. $800/1200
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Embroidered Silk Sleeve Bands, 19th c., floral sprays, precious antiques and auspicious emblem design, worked in knot stitch and couched gold threads on a cream ground, sewn together, height 19 1/2 in., width 8 1/2 in., embroidered silk floral border, framed. 621
$300/500 621. A Chinese Hardstone Floral Tree in a Mottled Green Hardstone Jardinière, “bark” trunks issuing fabric wrapped branches, set with multicolored hardstone leaves and flowers, approx. height 16 in., approx. width 18 in., now mounted as a lamp. $400/600
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617. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Brushpot, Republican Period, 20th c., rectangular form painted with figural landscapes and calligraphy, recessed base with Guangxu mark, height 3 3/4 in., width 2 1/8 in., depth 2 1/4 in. $1000/1500
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618. A Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bottle Vase, third quarter 19th c., globular body with tapering cylindrical neck decorated with nine peaches borne on flowering branches, recessed base with Tongzhi (18621874) seal mark, height 6 3/4 in. $600/800
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622. A Chinese Carved Boxwood Shoulao Group, 20th c., the bearded god of longevity depicted seated upon a flying crane, height 16 in., presented on a carved wood stand. $400/600 Provenance: Purchased Chinese Pavilion, World’s Fair, New Orleans, 1984.
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Emperor and Empress Figures, the male figure carved seated on a dragon throne wearing dragon robes cradling a bead necklace in one hand, the female carved seated on a phoenix throne wearing phoenix robes and carrying a ruyi scepter, heights 7 1/4 in. and 7 3/8 in. respectively.
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$400/600 W 627. A Chinese Polychrome-
Decorated Ivory Figure of the Immortal Xi Wangmu, the Queen Mother of the West carved carrying a phoenix cradled in one arm and a basket of peaches in the other, standing beside a miniature tower atop a rock cliff, representative of the Tall Jade Tower, height 12 1/2 in. 624
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623. A Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer, the squat globular body raised on three dragon mask-and-paw feet, the sides with apertures surmounted by relief-decorated four-clawed dragons clutching flaming pearls amid raised ruyi clouds between flanking dragon handles, the pierced domed cover decorated en suite, base with apocryphal Xuande mark, height 6 3/4 in., width 7 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired in Asia, 1950s. 624. A Chinese Bronze Tripod Censer, the cylindrical body raised on three mask feet, relief banded with scenes of the eight Daoist Immortals, curved flange handles with entwined dragons, the pierced domed cover with two chilong encircling a central flaming pearl finial, base with apocryphal Xuande mark, height 4 1/4 in., width 6 3/4 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired in Asia, 1950s. 625. A Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Guardian Dogs, early 20th c., each modeled crouching as if to spring into action, their heads and tails turned upwards, height 5 in., length 11 in.
Figure of Meiren, the standing beauty carved wearing long flowing robes with hair tied in a high chignon surmounted by a phoenix headpiece, one arm raised above her head, the other carrying a large prunus branch, height 12 1/4 in., on a carved wood stand. $600/800 W 629. A Group of Chinese Ivory, including a miniature vase, of
tapering cylindrical form with a waisted tall neck and flared rim, the body incised and inscribed, height 4 7/8 in., wood stand; and a figure of an elephant, carved in motion with head and trunk raised, height 2 1/2 in., length 5 1/8 in., mounted to a carved wood stand; together with two calligraphy brushes, simulated ivory shafts with horse hair brush, length 9 1/2 in., and two simulated ivory fids, lengths 7 in., (6 pcs.) $400/600 630. A Chinese Ivory Wei Tuo Group, the Heavenly Guardian carved seated astride a horse carrying the Book of Wisdom, mounted to a rectangular incised ivory backplate, height 4 1/4 in., raised on a carved wood lotus stand, overall height 5 3/8 in. $700/900
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W 634. A Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain
Jardinières, early 20th c., of bulbous hexagonal form with allover butterfly, peach and flower decoration, height 14 3/5 in., width 16 in. $400/600 W 635. Two Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Wall
Pocket Vases, one of tapering sleeve form with a ruyi top, enameled with a figure in a garden landscape, inscribed and sealed, height 10 5/8 in.; the other in twin handled double gourd form, painted with figures, base with six character Tongzhi mark, height 9 1/2 in. $300/500 W 636. A Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Slip-
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W 631. Two Chinese Ming-Style Carved and Stained Ivory
Figures of Sages, each bearded figure with long robes and expressive facial features, base of one with Ming mark, height 4 in. and 2 3/4 in., width 2 1/4 in. and 2 7/8 in. $200/300 W 632. A Group of Four Chinese Ivory Carvings, including a figure
of a Beauty carrying a large lotus blossom, height 8 in., presented on stand; a figure of a fisherman carrying a fishing pole and fish standing on a rockwork base, height 7 3/4 in., presented on stand; and a pair of highly detailed relief carved cylindrical boxes, each height 1 1/2 in. Note: one box lacking base. $600/800 Provenance: Estate of interior designer Winifred Lucas (1910-2001), active 1950-1970s, Baton Rouge, LA; thence by descent.
Decorated Covered Jar, the tapering ovoid body decorated with underglaze blue lotus on a white slip ground beneath a banded flared rim, the slightly domed cover with finial, height 11 1/2 in. $300/500 637. A Pair of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vases, each of fluted tapering ovoid form with flori-form necks, decorated in the Kangxi style with large flowering branches between bands of scrolling floral meanders above a wide lappet band, recessed bases with apocryphal Kangxi marks, heights 17 1/8 in. $1000/1500 638. A Chinese Kangxi-Style Biscuit Glazed Famille Verte Porcelain Wine Pot and Cover, early 20th c., modeled in the form of a fu character, the reticulated body painted to each side with a central figural panel on a green ground strewn with flower heads, height 7 7/8 in. $200/300
633. A Pair of Chinese Iron Red Decorated Blue and White Porcelain Jars, compressed globular bodies with splayed feet and short necks issuing collared mouths, height 21 in. $1200/1800
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639. A Pair of Chinese Sgraffiato Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Bowls, late 19th c., each finely painted to the exterior with three alternating birdand-flower and insect-and-flower medallions on a pink sgraffiato ground, recessed bases with Guangxu (18751908) six character mark, height 2 1/2 in., diameter 5 1/8 in. $800/1200 640. A Chinese Yellow Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl, late 19th/early 20th c., the tapering globular body with four roundels enclosing precious antiques reserved on a dense yellow ground with vining flower heads and gourds beneath a key-fret banded rim, interior well with a dragon clutching the flaming pearl, base with Qianlong mark, height 3 1/4 in., diameter 7 3/4 in. $400/600
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641. A Pair of Chinese Hardstone Trees Set in Cloisonné Enamel Jardinières, “bark” trunks and fabric wrapped branches issuing colorful hardstone leaves and flowers, set in rectangular cloisonné enamel jardinières, height 25 in. $1200/1800 642. A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Figure of the Empress Dowager in a Kui Dragon Drawn Carriage, 20th c., yellow ground, canopied carriage modeled with a seated Empress Dowager drawn by a harnessed kui dragon, mounted to a wood stand, height 24 in., width 35 in., depth 13 in. $1000/1500 W 643. A Group of Three Chinese Porcelain
Objects and a Canton Enamel Small Dish, Ming and Qing Dynasties, porcelain including a blue and white decorated barrel form incense stick holder, height 2 in.; a famille rose enameled figure of a bearded immortal, height 5 3/4 in.; and a famille rose decorated rectangular narcissus pot, height 2 3/8 in., width 7 3/8 in., depth 4 3/4 in.; the Canton enamel circular dish with a waterside landscape roundel, diameter 3 3/4 in., (4 pcs.) $500/700
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W 644. A Group of Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain, early 20th c.,
including a pair of covered vases of lobed bottle form with twin dragon handles, the bodies painted with alternating figural and avian panels, the necks and covers with relief design of vining grapes; and a pair of foliate rim bowls with central figural roundels, vase heights 13 3/4 in., bowl diameters 8 3/4 in., (4 pcs.) $600/800
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W 648. Chinese School, 20th c.,
“Peonies”, ink and color on paper, mounted as a handscroll, inscribed and sealed upper right to left, sealed lower right, image 18 in. x 69 1/2 in., overall 23 1/2 in. x 91 1/2 in., storage box. $500/700 W 649. A Chinese Paint-Decorated
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W 645. A Chinese Glazed Porcelain
Bottle Vase, 20th c., compressed globular body on splayed foot with a cylindrical neck molded with tubular sleeve handles, banded throughout with etched and raised design, height 16 in., base with jianding wax seal. $100/200 W 646. A Chinese Blue and White
Crackle Glazed Porcelain Ewer, with allover floral design and cartouches enclosing figures, the neck, body and foot divided by etched brown bands, base with apocryphal Chenghua mark, height 11 3/4 in. $150/250 647. Ru Gui (Chinese, b. 1936), “The Tenacity of Winter Prunus”, ink and color on paper, signed, inscribed and sealed upper to lower right, 26 1/2 in. x 20 1/4 in., framed. $600/800
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Lacquer Dressing Box, 20th c., rectangular form painted with figural, avian and animal cartouches, the hinged top enclosing a mirror above two hinged doors opening to reveal an interior further fitted with six drawers and two compartments, closed height 7 1/2 in., width 8 3/4 in., depth 12 1/8 in.; together with a compass set within a fitted lacquered wood box, overall height 1 3/4 in., width 5 3/8 in., depth 5 3/8 in. $300/500 W 650. A Chinese Carved and
Lacquered Wood Box-Form Portable Shrine, the hexagonal top lifting off to reveal heavily carved and reticulated scenic panels, height 10 1/4 in., length 13 1/2 in., depth 5 1/4 in. $100/200 W 651. A Chinese Carved Wood Wall
Cabinet, probably 19th c., two hinged doors with openwork carving, height 13 3/4 in., width 13 7/8 in., depth 4 1/4 in.; together with a scenic figural giltwood wall carving, height 7 1/8 in., width 12 3/4 in., depth 2 1/8 in. $100/200 Provenance: Acquired from the Delgado Museum of Art auction, New Orleans, 1965.
of Chinese Carved Stone Objects, including a figure of Budai, height 1 3/4 in.; a scholar’s rock, height 5 in., width 8 in., on fitted wood stand; an archaistic turtleform seal, height 1 1/4 in., width 2 in., depth 2 in., on fitted wood stand; a tripod covered censer, height 2 1/4 in.; three figural carvings, heights 2 3/5 in., 1 3/4 in. and 1 1/4 in.; a miniature scent bottle, height 1 1/4 in.; and an inside painted vase, height 4 3/4 in. (9 pcs.) $200/400 W 653. A Group of Chinese Celadon
Jade Garment Appliqués, 19th/early 20th c., comprised of sixteen figures and three emblems, each carved in flat reticulated form, height 1 1/8 in. to 1 3/8 in. $100/200 W 654. A Chinese Green Jade Figure
of Shoulao, the bearded Immortal carved standing holding a peach in one hand and a staff in the other, height 3 7/8 in. $150/250 655. A Chinese Milky White and Spinach Green Jade Figural Group, openwork carving of two warriors in combat raised on a naturalistic rockwork base, height 7 1/2 in., width 9 in., wood stand. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired 1950s, Asia. 656. A Chinese Celadon Jade Bi, disc form with pierced center, carved on one side with a series of archaistic spirals and grids, the other side with a large peony spray, each framed within a raised single line border, diameter 2 1/8 in. $600/800 Provenance: Acquired 1950s, Asia.
657. A Near Pair of Chinese Celadon Jade Miniature Vases, each of flattened pear form with incised decoration, the necks and shoulders carved with zoomorphic mask and loose ring handles, height 2 1/4 in., presented on fitted wood stands.
W 663. A Chinese Painted
Marble Portrait, the seated nobleman portrayed before an open window with a mountainous landscape in the distance, inset within a carved wood frame exposing a painted marble panel beneath, 28 1/8 in. x 17 in. $200/300
$400/600 Provenance: Estate of interior designer Winifred Lucas (1910-2001), active 1950-1970s, Baton Rouge, LA; thence by descent.
W 664. An Indian Carved
Ruby Head of Buddha, 20th c., the face carved with a serene down-turned expression, flanked by pendulous ears below a head of tightly knotted hair, height 1 1/8 in., wood stand.
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W 658. Two Chinese Jade
Figures, 18th c., the first a celadon and russet jade carving of a cat resting on a plantain leaf, length 2 3/4 in., fitted wood stand; the second, a yellow and russet jade carving of a recumbent hound, height 1 3/8 in., length 2 5/8 in.
$600/900 W 665. Two Chinese and Tibetan Bronze
late 19th/early 20th c., relief-carved spade form body pierced at the base, the top surmounted by a chilong dragon, height 2 3/8 in., width 1 1/2 in.
Buddhist Figures, the first a Chinese figure of Shakyamuni, modeled seated in dhyanasana on a lotus base, with his right hand lowered in bhumisparsa mudra, his left hand resting on his lap holding a cup, height 7 3/8 in.; the second, a Tibetan figure of Amitayus, modeled seated in dhyanasan on a double-lotus base, wearing a foliate crown and holding a seated Buddha in his hand, height 5 1/4 in.
$300/500
$400/600
W 660. A Pair of Chinese Marble Figures
666. A Set of Four Chinese Lacquer Wine Cups, 17th/18th c., each of square tapering form with canted corners raised on a short foot, the interior and base lined in silvered copper, height 1 3/4 in., width 2 1/8 in.
$400/600 W 659. A Chinese Celadon Jade Finial,
of Meiren, each openwork carving modeled in mirror image of the other with a beauty holding a basket aloft on a flowering trumpet vine, each height 9 3/8 in., width 5 in., presented on intricately carved wood ruyi cloud stands, overall heights 10 3/4 in.
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$500/700 W 667. A
Chinese Cast Bronze Figural Group, modeled as a recumbent buffalo with a man crouching on its back, raised on a naturalistic base, height 5 in., width 8 3/4 in., depth 4 1/2 in.
$500/700 661. A Chinese Carved Jadeite Unmade Seal Stone, rectangular form surmounted with a guardian lion finial, height 3 in., width 1 3/8 in. $600/800 W 662. A Chinese Green and Russet Serpentine Vase, the
body of slightly flattened baluster form carved with lion handles to the neck, the lip and shoulders with entwined peony blossoms, height 8 3/4 in., wood stand.
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$400/600 W 668. A Chinese Black Lacquer Cloisonné Enamel Inset
Covered Box, 19th c. and later, of rectangular form, the cover inset with a cloisonné enamel panel, gilt decoration to the sides and cover, height 3 1/8 in., width 9 1/2 in., depth 6 1/4 in. $100/150
$300/500
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W 673. Two Chinese Single Color
W 675. A Chinese Carved Agate Snuff
Single Color Overlay Glass Snuff Bottles, the first, Seal School style mustard yellow glass with caramel brown overlay, elongated rectangular form, stopper, height 2 7/8 in.; the second, clear glass with black overlay, flattened ovoid form, remnants of inside painting, stopper, height 3 1/8 in.; the third, white glass with brown overlay, flattened pear form, stopper, height 3 in.; the fourth, white glass with pink overlay, flattened globular form, stopper, height 2 3/4 in.; the fifth, clear glass, with green overlay, flattened globular form, stopper lacking spoon, height 2 1/4 in.; the sixth, white glass with brown overlay, flattened pear form, stopper, height 2 1/2 in.; the seventh, white glass with maroon-brown overlay, pear form, stopper, height 2 3/8 in.; the eighth, pink glass with black overlay, flattened globular form with match strike mounts, stopper, height 2 5/8 in. (8 pcs.)
Overlay White Glass Snuff Bottles, the first of flattened pear form, the red overlay carved to one side with a cock, to the other with a seal, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; the second of compressed globular form, the blue overlay carved with fish amid water reeds, stopper, height 2 1/8 in.; together with a polychrome enameled milk glass snuff bottle of flattened globular form with “mask ring” handles, stopper, height 2 1/2 in., (3 pcs.)
Bottle, tapering octagonal form, each facet profusely inscribed, shoulders with incised ruyi design, waisted neck with flower heads, stopper lacking spoon, base with apocryphal Qianlong mark, height 2 1/2 in., storage box.
$300/500 Provenance: Estate of Jack and Janet Manheim, Manheim Galleries, New Orleans.
$400/600 W 676. A Group of Four Chinese
Snuff Bottles, the first, wood of bottleform, relief carved along the neck and shoulder with bats above lu characters, stopper lacking spoon, height 3 3/8 in.; the second, white overlay turquoise blue glass of pear-form, carved to the sides with a continuous scene of swimming ducks, stopper, height 2 3/4 in.; the third, stone of pebble-form, carved with a scholar resting beneath a tree, stopper, height 3 in.; the fourth, mottled jade of spade form, stopper, height 2 3/4 in. (4 pcs.)
$500/700
$500/700
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677. Two Chinese Glass Overlay Snuff Bottles, 19th c., the first of bottle form, the single-color maroon overlay deeply carved with floral sprays to a bubble suffused clear glass ground, stopper, height 2 3/4 in.; the second of slightly tapering cylinder form, the fivecolor overlay carved with twelve zodiac figures to a milky white glass ground, stopper, height 2 3/4 in. (2 pcs.)
Silhouette “Agate” Glass Snuff Bottles, the first, flattened globular form, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; the second, flattened ovoid form, lacking stopper, height 2 1/2 in.; the third, spade form, stopper, height 2 1/4 in. (3 pcs.) $200/300
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W 671. A Group of Four
Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Snuff Bottles, the first, compressed globular form, decorated with a flowering prunus branch on a black ground, lacking stopper, height 1 5/8 in.; the second, baluster form, white ground, stopper, height 3 1/8 in.; the third and fourth, each of flattened globular form, bases with impressed marks, the fourth with apocryphal Qianlong seal mark, stoppers, heights 2 3/4 in. (4 pcs.)
$700/900 678. Two Chinese Pale Celadon Jade Snuff Bottles, each well-hollowed bottle of flattened globular form with circular panels carved to the front and back, the sides with conforming rectangular panels, one bottle relief carved with a figure of a seated Guanyin, coral stoppers, each height 2 5/8 in. (2 pcs.)
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$800/1200
$300/500
Provenance: Acquired I.M. Chait, Beverly Hills, CA.
W 674. A Chinese Cloisonné Enamel W 672. A Chinese Carved Horn, Jewel
and Ivory Inset Snuff Bottle, of shouldered rectangular form with an arched foot, one side inset with an ivory panel flanked by tiger’s eye and malachite jewels, profusely inscribed, recessed circular base with an inset ivory plaque, marked, stopper with ivory spoon, also inscribed, height 2 3/4 in., raised on a fitted wood stand, overall height 3 1/4 in. $300/500 Provenance: Estate of Jack and Janet Manheim, Manheim Galleries, New Orleans.
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Decorated Snuff Bottle, of flattened double gourd form, each side with a shaped panel enclosing a song bird perched on a prunus branch above rocks and winter grasses, turquoise “jewel” inset stopper, height 2 3/4 in. $200/300 Provenance: Estate of Jack and Janet Manheim, Manheim Galleries, New Orleans.
W 679. A Chinese Relief Carved
Agate Snuff Bottle with French Silver Match Strike Mounts, spade form body carved to one side with a magpie, badger and pine tree, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; together with a glass snuff bottle simulating agate, each side with a circular panel inside-painted with horses in a landscape, stopper height 3 in. Note: Condition of last. (2 pcs.) $300/500
W 680. A Group of Four Chinese
Inside Painted Snuff Bottles, the first a table bottle of cylinder form painted with figures and ducks in a lakeside setting, stopper, height 4 1/8 in.; the second, shouldered rectangular form painted with a bird and flowering branch to one side and a landscape to the other, stopper, height 2 1/4 in.; the third, spade form painted to each side with birds, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; the fourth, amber glass, flattened globular form painted with a continuous scene of figures in a landscape, stopper lacking spoon, height 2 3/4 in. (4 pcs.) $300/500 W 681. A Group of Five Chinese
Snuff and Medicine Bottles, the first, an enameled metal four-part medicine bottle, hinged, four stoppers, height 1 5/8 in., length 3 1/4 in.; the second, enameled metal with raised bird and flower decoration, base impressed “CHINA”, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; the third, carved wood with metal mounts, stopper, height 4 in.; the fourth, brass, of flattened ovoid form with deer in relief, stopper, height 2 5/8 in.; the fifth, “Canton enamel”, of spade form decorated to each side with figural cartouches, stopper, height 3 in. (5 pcs.) $200/300 W 682. Two Chinese Carved Ivory Snuff Bottles,
the first, cylinder form carved to one side with birds and bamboo, the other side inscribed, recessed base inscribed, possibly “great Qing”, stopper, height 4 in.; the second, spade form carved to two sides with shaped panels enclosing figures in a landscape, stopper lacking spoon, height 3 5/8 in., (2 pcs.)
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W 684. Two Chinese Snuff Bottles, the first, polychrome decorated
stoneware, flattened globular form with “mask ring” handles, stopper, height 3 in.; the second, iron red decorated porcelain, cylinder form, base with Qianlong mark, stopper, height 3 1/4 in.; together with two porcelain snuff bottles, one of flattened ovoid form, polychrome decorated with dragon roundels, the other of meiping form, blue and white decorated with dragons, heights 2 3/4 in. (4 pcs.) $150/250 W 685. A Large Group of Nine Modern Chinese Snuff and Scent
Bottles, four glass with single color overlay; four simulating ivory; and one simulating cinnabar, each with stoppers, height 2 1/2 in. to 4 3/4 in. (9 pcs.)
$250/350
$150/250
W 683. A Group of Four Chinese Inside Painted
W 686. Two Chinese Red Amber or Amber Like Snuff Bottles, the first,
Table Snuff Bottles, the first, amber colored glass, flattened globular form, painted with birds on rocks amid flowers, stopper, height 8 in.; the second, flattened globular form, painted on one side with a mountainous landscape, the other side with two cranes beneath pine, stopper, height 4 3/4 in.; the third, rounded rectangular form, painted to each side with mountainous figural landscapes, inscribed, stopper, height 4 3/4 in.; the fourth, rounded rectangular form, painted to each side with butterflies and flowers, inscribed, stopper lacking spoon, height 4 3/4 in. (4 pcs.) $500/700
ovoid form, stopper, height 2 1/2 in.; the second, ovoid form relief carved throughout with multiple figures, stopper, height 3 1/4 in. (2 pcs.) $150/250 W 687. A Large Group of Chinese Snuff Bottle Stopper Heads,
approximately 74 stoppers of various materials, some with spoons, some additional collars, some additional spoons. $600/800 687A. An Antique Italian Puppet Theater, Opera die Pupi, consisting of a carved and painted wood proscenium-style main stage, with three scenery frames, over fifty mostly hand-painted scenery panels, eleven cloth and painted ceramic marionettes, two carriages, and several chromolithograph props, theater height 36 in., width 37 3/4 in., depth 32 in. $1500/2500 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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Columbian Pottery Figure of a “Pretty Lady”, Tlatilco, standing figure with large thighs, buttocks and long hair, height 6 1/8 in. $400/600 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s. 698 W 696. A PreW 690. A Group of Three Pre-Columbian Pottery
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Vessels, one of crescent form with a strap handle, and two of compressed globular form, one with a waisted short neck, heights 6 1/4 in., 3 5/8 in., and 3 1/2 in., respectively. $400/600
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 691. A Group of Seven Pre-Columbian
W 697. A Pre-Columbian
$300/500
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
$1000/1500 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 688. A Pre-Columbian Pottery
$400/600 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 693. A Pre-Columbian Pottery “Sonriente”
Head, Veracruz, realistically modeled smiling face, with a flattened brow line extending into a pierced rectangular coiffure with raised scrolling ribbon design, height 6 in., width 5 in. $300/500 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 689. A Group of Five Pre-
Columbian Pottery Bowls, of varying shapes and sizes with various decoration, largest height 3 1/4 in., diameter 7 1/2 in., (5 pcs.) $400/600 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
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Pottery Figure, Nayarit, flat figure modeled standing on large arched feet with hands on hips, height 6 3/4 in.
$400/600
692. A Pre-Columbian Stirrup Handled Pottery Vessel, Mochica IV - V, the globular body relief decorated with a scene of a deer hunt, surmounted by an arc handled cylindrical spout, height 10 in.
Gadrooned Vessel, Colima, lobed globular body issuing a short neck with a flat lip rim, height 5 1/2 in.
$400/600
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
Pottery Objects and a Carved Stone Head, including figures, figural fragments and a figural vessel, vessel height 3 1/4 in., each mounted to painted wood stands (8 pcs.)
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Columbian Pottery Figural Vessel, Colima, seated bulbous figure with both hands raised to head, height 5 in.
W 694. A Pre-Columbian Pottery Guardian
Figure, Jalisco, the seated figure modeled with a drumform body, wide collar and large hat, carrying a club in both extended hands, height 8 1/8 in. $500/700 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
698. A Pre-Columbian Pottery Couple, Nayarit, the seated male carrying an instrument in his right raised hand; the seated female with a bowl, height 10 7/8 in. and 10 1/2 in. respectively. (2 pcs.) $2000/4000 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s. 699. A Very Large PreColumbian Pottery Dog, Jalisco, the figure modeled seated on its haunches with its head raised in attention, height 13 1/4 in., width 16 3/4 in. $2000/3000 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
700. A Pre-Columbian Pottery Medicine Healer Group, Jalisco, modeled as a seated female figure with a small male child on her lap, one hand holding the child’s forehead in a healing gesture, height 5 1/4 in.
W 710. A Pre-Colum-
bian Pottery Vessel, Peru, paint decorated compressed globular body with sloped shoulders and flared cylindrical neck with everted rim, height 18 1/2 in., associated ring stand. $400/600
$600/800 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 711. A Pre-Colum-
bian Pottery Vessel, bird-form bulbous body with cylindrical beak-like spout, allover etched design, height 7 1/4 in.
W 701. A Pre-
Columbian Pottery Figure, Maya or Veracruz, standing female with flattened arched head, height 4 3/5 in., mounted to a painted wood plinth. $400/600 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s. W 701A. A Pre-
Columbian Pottery Figural Whistle, Colima, the figure modeled seated with a large drum between his legs and arms, height 3 1/2 in. $200/400 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s. W 702. A Group of
Four Pre-Columbian Stone Figural Carvings, Mezcala, including two of head form and two of full figural form, heights 4 in. to 2 in. $500/700 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
$100/200 700
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W 707. A Group of Pre-
Stone Figure, Mezcala, the flat gray stone carved as a standing figure with a large head and long arms resting on his hips, height 8 1/8 in.
Columbian Pottery, including five figures and one cylindrical bead, figure heights 5 in. to 2 3/4 in.; bead height 2 1/4 in. (6 pcs.)
Columbian Pottery Vessel, Nicoya, compressed globular body with a waisted flared neck molded with small pierced flange handles, height 4 1/2 in.
$300/500
$500/700
$300/500
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 704. Two Pre-Columbian
W 708. A Pre-Columbian Carved
Pottery Figures, Colima, each in flattened form modeled standing, heights 5 3/8 in. and 5 in.
Stone “Sukia” Figure, c. 1500, Huetar, porous gray stone, possibly volcanic, carved as a seated male figure with arms resting on upturned knees, smoking, height 4 1/8 in., width 3 1/2 in., accompanied by a Bill of Sale dated July 30, 1984.
$400/600 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s. W 705. A Pre-Columbian Pottery
Flute, Colima, two cojoined cylinders with a flattened top bearing applied facial decoration and a splayed base, height 9 in. $200/400 Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
$600/800 Provenance: with Guillermo von Breymann Figueroa, Minister Counselor and Charge d’Affairs of Costa Rica in Brazil (1962-1967); thence by descent to his son, Randolph von Breymann, architect and architectural historian, San Jose, Costa Rica; thence to Dr. and Mrs. Edward C. Norman, New Orleans, LA; thence by descent. W 709. A Group of Four “Pre-
Columbian Pottery, including two figural whistles, heights 4 3/4 in. and 4 in.; a zoomorphic head-form whistle, length 4 in.; and a standing figure (lacking feet), height 7 1/2 in. (4 pcs.)
Columbian” Style Carved Stone Objects, including a “Mezcala” style white stone temple model, height 5 1/4 in.; a “Huastec” style standing male figure, height 13 1/2 in.; an “Olmec” style figure, height 6 in.; and a stone mask, height 6 3/4 in. (4 pcs.)
$500/700
$300/500
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
Provenance: Estate Collection, San Antonio, TX, acquired during family visits to Latin America, 1950s.
W 706. A Group of Pre-
W 712. A Nigerian
Benin-Style Bronze Figure of a “Spotted” Leopard, the figure modeled standing on all fours with a lowered head and curled tail raised above its back, height 5 1/4 in., width 10 1/2 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone. 713. A Nigerian Yoruba Bronze Ogboni Figure, the standing male figure modeled wearing a cap and robe, carrying a stick in his right hand, height 8 1/4 in. $500/700 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
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719. A Nigerian Nok Terracotta Head, c. 200 AD, the realistically modeled oval head with raised eyebrows above pierced almond shaped eyes, a full nose and a slightly opened mouth, wearing a headdress with fine “basketweave” detailing, height 7 1/2 in., accompanied by a Thermoluminescence report (TL 102703), from AllianceScience-Art, dated 1994, stating the age of the piece as well as X-rays of the head.
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$3000/5000 Provenance: With James Willis Tribal Art, San Francisco; thence to current owner.
W 714. A Nigerian Yoruba
Bronze Ogboni Figural Group, the central standing female figure modeled with five smaller standing male figures, the center male lifting a child up in his arms, height 6 3/4 in., presented inset within a wood plinth, overall height 7 3/4 in.
720. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Head, Mahen Yafe, supported by a thin cylindrical neck, the slightly upturned lifesized head with deeply cut domed eyes, a broad curved nose, full open lips revealing clenched filed teeth, and C-shaped ears beneath an intricate notched coiffure, height 9 in., width 10 in., mounted to a hexagonal wood plinth, overall height 11 in.
$600/800 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
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W 717. A Nigerian
of Congo Luba Carved Wood and Iron Prestige Staff, copper banded carved wood shaft issuing a straight iron point, height 50 3/8 in.
Ejagham or Ekoi Carved and Painted Wood Janus Mask, the twin sided face surmounted by three coiled horns, height 18 3/8 in.
$300/500
$400/600
W 715. A Democratic Republic
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. 716. A Mali Dogon Carved Wood Toguna House Post, thick slab carved in a Y-shape with a forked top, carved to the center with two large breast-like bosses, height 96 in., custom metal stand. $800/1200
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W 718. A Nigerian Yaka
Carved and Painted Wood Mask, the oval face painted with turquoise, yellow, red and white highlights with fiber hair and a fiber and feather beard, surmounted by a carved wood finial, height 18 1/2 in. $300/500
$2000/4000 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone. 721. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Nomoli or Pomdo Figure, the male figure carved standing on a mounded intrinsic base with a stylized snake winding around his waist, backside and shoulders terminating on one side of his head, his large head featuring bulbous eyes, a broad nose, and large puckered lips, surmounted by a stylized bird figure, height 13 in., mounted to a square wood plinth, overall height 15 in. $600/800 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
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722. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Head, Mahen Yafe, supported by a thick, strong neck, the upturned life-sized head with domed, almondshaped eyes, a broad nose, full closed lips, C-shaped ears set with circular earrings, beneath an intricate notched coiffure with a domed projection, height 9 1/4 in., width 11 1/2 in., mounted to a hexagonal wood plinth, overall height 11 1/4 in.
726. A Sierra Leone Mende Carved Wood Helmet Mask, hollow domed form, the delicate facial features with slit eyes supported on a three-ringed neck and surmounted by a three-lobed crested coiffure terminating in the center with a ring finial, height 17 1/2 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
$3500/5500 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone. Note: Life size stone heads are called mahen yafe (spirits of the chief) by the Mende of Sierra Leone, where they are also associated with the Sapi aristocracy.
727. A Benin Bronze Female Figure, cast standing with her arms and large hands outstretched, wearing a headdress, multiple necklaces, a bodice and anklets, height 12 1/4 in., mounted to a shaped wood plinth, overall height 13 3/4 in.
W 723. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone
Nomoli or Pomdo Figure, the male figure carved squatting with his elbows resting on upturned knees, his extended hands grasping two plaits of his long beard, the face featuring bulbous eyes, a broad nose and full lips, height 11 1/2 in., mounted to a wood plinth, overall height 13 1/2 in. $600/800 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone. W 724. A Nigerian Yoruba Bronze Ogboni
Figure of a Hunter, the standing male figure modeled wearing a cap, neck ring and short leggings, carrying a blade in one hand and an animal in the other, height 8 7/8 in. $500/700 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
$400/600
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W 725. A Sierra Leone Carved
Stone Nomoli or Pomdo Figure, the male figure carved squatting on an intrinsic mounded base, his elbows resting on upturned knees, his extended forearms and hands grasping his beard, the face with bulbous eyes, broad nose and full puckered lips beneath a conical headdress, height 13 1/4 in. $700/900 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
728. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Head and Figural Group, the tall circular base comprised of nine figures supporting a life-sized upturned head featuring bulbous bulging eyes, a broad nose with flared nostrils, and full open lips revealing clenched filed teeth, the hair and beard rendered in stylized notched plaits spiraling around the top of the head and down the figure’s neck, height 13 3/4 in., width 9 in. $2000/4000 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
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W 729. A Democratic Republic of Congo Kuba
W 736. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Nomoli
Carved Wood Drum, Lele, the cylindrical body relief-carved with a head to one side and an alligator to the other with incised geometric motifs and banding throughout, waisted circular foot, hide top, height 44 1/4 in.
or Pomdo Figural Group, carved as a seated female with large breasts carrying a small child upon her back, each with distinct facial features of bulging eyes beneath arched brows, broad noses and protruding chins with closed lips, the mother with a coiled snake-like flattened headdress, height 6 1/2 in., width 5 1/8 in.
$300/500
$400/600
W 730. A Democratic Republic of Congo Yaka
Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
Carved and Painted Wood Mask, the oval face with red, blue, yellow and black highlights on a white ground, with raffia hair and beard, surmounted by a tall carved wood boat-form headpiece with feather highlights, height 46 in., modern metal hanging mounts.
W 737. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Nomoli
or Pomdo Figure, carved as a female seated on a circular base with a large protruding belly and large sagging breasts, grasping a foot in each extended arm, her face with high round eyes under arched brows, a small nose and a protruding chin with closed lips, height 7 1/2 in.
$400/600 W 731. A Democratic Republic of Congo Yaka
Carved and Painted Wood Mask, the expressive oval face painted with turquoise, blue, red, white and black highlights, with stained fiber hair and beard, surmounted by a carved wood columnar head piece raised on flat oval surface with feather highlights, height 30 1/2 in., modern metal hanging mount.
$400/600 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
$400/600 W 738. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Nomoli
or Pomdo Figure, seated male figure carved with a long phallus extended to the circular base, his upturned forearms supporting a large head with bulbous eyes, arched brows, small nose and full closed lips, height 7 1/2 in.
W 732. A Pair of African Carved Wood Figures,
the male and female couple carved standing on mounded intrinsic bases with their arms resting on their abdomens, each wearing a woven cache sex covering exaggerated genitals, heights 19 in. and 18 1/2 in.; together with two other male and female carved wood figures, heights 18 in. and 15 in. (4 pcs.)
$400/600 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
$400/600 W 733. A Mali Bamana Carved Wood Figure,
carved female standing with slightly bent knees, long arms and protruding belly, the outswept oval head with deeply cut small eyes beneath a tall forehead with plaited hair, allover notched and incised, height 16 3/4 in.
W 739. A Tanzanian Carved Wood Standing
Female Figure, possibly Pare, sectional carving with peg attachments at the thighs and shoulders, height 37 in.
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$300/500
$300/500 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
W 740. An African Carved Bamboo Wood Drum, of cylinder
form with allover incised animal and geometric designs, hide membrane, height 36 3/4 in. $300/500
W 734. A Nigerian Benin Style Bronze Bust of a Queen
Mother, the long cylindrical neck supporting a round head with a tall conical headdress with net-like covering, height 14 in., presented on a wood plinth, overall height 18 1/4 in. $400/600
W 741. A Nigerian or Cameroon Mambila Painted Wicker
Shield, the front woven in convex oval form with geometric patterning, attached on the reverse to a carved wood handle, height 51 1/2 in., width 18 3/4 in., contemporary wall mounts.
Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid-1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
$300/500
W 735. A Sierra Leone Carved Stone Bust, the conical head
742. A Papua New Guinea Wosera Carved and Painted Wood Men’s House Post, East Sepik Province, elongated form intricately carved in human, avian and reptilian form, height 90 in.
carved with bulging eyes, a curved broad nose, and full open lips revealing clenched filed teeth, supported on shoulders and a protruding chest, height 11 1/2 in., mounted to a square wood plinth, height 13 1/4 in. $500/700 Provenance: Acquired by William W. Hodges of Kokomo, IN, mid 1960s, while developing teacher training schools at the University of Njala, Sierra Leone.
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$1200/1800 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
743. A Papua New Guinea Torembi Carved and Painted Wood Men’s House Lintel, East Sepik Province, openwork carving in three sections, the center in mask-head form flanked on either side by a standing figure, height 18 in., width 49 in.
W 747. An Indonesian
Carved Stone Effigy Torso, probably 15th c. or earlier, Java, oval form with flat back side, carved and incised with facial features, plaited raised hair, and neck and waist ornaments, the arms and hands stylistically flattened against the abdomen, height 11 1/2 in., wood box.
$600/800 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
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$800/1200 Provenance: Acquired Indonesia, c. 1950; thence by descent.
W 744. A Papua New
Guinea Tambanum Painted Basketry Headdress, East Sepik Province, woven in the form of a pig with a long snout, cowrie shell eyes and long ears, cane skeleton, height 9 1/4 in., length 17 3/4 in.
748. An Indonesian Asmat Carved and Painted Wood Warrior Shield, West Papua, elongated oval form with figural upper portion, the front relief carved with geometric design, the reverse with handle, height 79 3/4 in.
$300/500
$800/1200
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
W 745. A Papua New
749. An Indonesian Baktak Carved Wood House Post, Northern Sumatra, the intrinsic stump base issuing a male figure standing with knees slightly bent and hands resting on hips, his abdomen carved with a lizard, his back and shoulders with entwined snakes, the large head with a flattened top, height 59 1/2 in.
Guinea Carved and Painted Wood Figure, Gulf Province, probably ficus tree buttress root, carved in the form of a standing male figure with a tall headdress, height 32 1/2 in. $500/700 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
$800/1200 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
W 746. A Papua New
Guinea Carved Wood Male Ancestral Figure, East Sepik Province, probably kwila 748 wood, carved as a standing male with hands resting on hips, the oval face with a flattened facial plane, bulging eyes and protruding nose beneath a high forehead and arched brows, height 30 in., mounted on a wood plinth.
Guinea Tanbanum Carved Wood Canoe Prow Splash Board, East Sepik Province, the central section carved in mask-head form surrounded by three rounded prongs incised with curvilinear design, fiber surround, height 49 1/2 in.
$500/700
$500/700
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
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W 758. A Papua New Guinea
Asmat Carved and Painted Wood Warrior Shield, West Papua, rectangular form with rounded bottom edge and figural upper portion, the front relief carved with geometric design, the reverse with handle, height 53 1/4 in.
Painted Palm Mask, New Britain, circular panel creased at center and painted with stylized facial features, surmounted by a conical wrapped top knot and surrounded by a raffia beard, height 25 in.
$400/600
Carved Wood Shield, Upper Sepik River, deeply carved on a slightly curved plane with two stylized faces, flanked by horizontal geometric banding, height 62 1/2 in., width 17 1/2 in.
$200/400 W 759. A Papua New Guinea
Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
$250/350 Provenance: With Greg La Chapelle, Santa Fe; thence to current owner.
W 752. Two Papua
New Guinea Carved and Painted Wood Figural Groups, East Sepik Province, the first, Wosera, carved to the lower portion as a large head supported on a cylindrical neck, the upper portion carved as a hornbill, height 24 1/2 in.; the second, Tambanum, possibly a flute stopper, carved in 761 the form of a sea eagle with a long arched beak and cowry shell eyes, the reverse carved in a mask form, height 12 in., each mounted on a square wood plinth, (2 pcs.) $500/700 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. W 753. A Group of Four Papua New Guinea
Ceremonial Yam Masks, East Sepik Province, three painted basketry masks, probably Maprik or Wosera, woven in abstract bird form, one with cassowary feather highlights, heights 15 1/4 in., 11 in., and 8 in., two hung suspended over rectangular wood plinths; the fourth, a painted tortoiseshell child’s mask, possibly Tambanum, oval body painted with stylized facial features, raised eyes inset with cowrie shells, height 6 1/8 in. $600/800 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; exhibited Art of Oceania: The Henry Easterwood Collection, February 1996-December 1997, Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. W 754. A Group of Oceanic and African Objects,
including two carved wood standing figures, heights 21 3/4 in. and 17 1/4 in.; a paint decorated mask with cowrie shell highlights, height 28 in.; and a carved wood mask, height 9 in. (4 pcs.) $400/600
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W 755. A Group of Nine
Indonesian Kris and Swords, variously undulating and straight blades; carved wood, horn and bone hilts; carved wood and metal sheathes, variously decorated and “jeweled”. (9 pcs.) $600/800 Provenance: Acquired Indonesia, c. 1950; thence by descent. W 756. Two Australian
Arnhem Land Carved and Painted Wood Dance Spears, Northern Territory, heights 41 3/8 in. and 48 1/2 in. $200/300 Provenance: Ex-Collection Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. W 757. An Indonesian
Ceremonial Mat, Tekar, Borneo, woven rattan with black and brown pigment with geometric patterning, height 79 in., width 34 1/2 in. $300/500 Provenance: With James M. Barker, Santa Fe; thence to current owner.
W 760. A Chinese “Nanking
Cargo” Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, c. 1750, the exterior sides painted with a continuous landscape scene comprised of rocks and trees, base with a Christie’s Amsterdam lot label designating this bowl as lot 3014 from the 1986 “The Nanking Cargo” auction, height 3 1/4 in., diameter 7 1/2 in., wood stand. $200/300 Note: In 1751, while on its way back to The Netherlands with cargo of Chinese goods loaded in Canton, the Geldermalsen hit a reef and sank in the South China Sea. In 1986, much of the cargo was salvaged by Captain Michael Hatcher and subsequently sold at Christie’s Amsterdam as “The Nanking Cargo”, a term derived from 18th century auctions in which porcelain similar to the example above were sold as “Nanking ware”. 761. Maruyama-Shijo School (Japanese, probably 19th c.), “Peacock on a Pine Branch”, ink and color on silk, mounted as a hanging scroll, signed and sealed lower left, 50 1/4 in. x 16 in. $800/1200 762. A Japanese Bronze Figure of Daikoku, Meiji Period (18681912), the fat smiling figure portrayed standing on bails of rice, with a mallet raised in one hand, and a sack thrown over his back, signed on reverse, height 15 1/2 in. $1000/1500 Provenance: Received as a gift during the Occupation of Japan.
763. A Monumental Japanese Imari Porcelain Charger, Meiji Period (1868-1912), the well with a central underglaze blue and white floral roundel banded by enameled cartouches of ships and shishi, on a dense ground strewn with vining floral sprays, diameter 22 in. $800/1200 764. A Japanese Arita Porcelain Blue and White Decorated Celadon Shaku-zara Large Dish, probably 19th c., the well with blue and white design of three horses banding a central medallion, the cavetto with a pale celadon glaze, height 2 3/4 in., diameter 15 3/4 in., base with pseudo Chinese Qianlong mark. 763
$500/700 W 765. Japanese Rinpa School (19th/20th
c.), “Ducks”, two paintings, each ink and color on paper, sealed lower left and lower right respectively, 49 in. x 20 1/2 in., mounted as a two panel screen, overall 61 1/8 in. x 50 1/2 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Estate of interior designer Winifred Lucas (1910-2001), active 1950-1970s, Baton Rouge, LA; thence by descent. 766. Japanese School, probably 18th/19th c., “Tokugawa Shogunate”, ink and color on silk, mounted as a hanging scroll, from top to bottom depicting Hideyoshi’s rigid class structure from Shogun, daimyos, samurai warriors, farmers, artisans, and tradesman to dogs, 90 3/4 in. x 32 3/4 in.
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W 771. A Group of
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$1000/1500 Provenance: Acquired by American physician, medical missionary, explorer and ethnographer, Hiram M. Hiller Jr. (1867-1921), probably during his “Fourth Expedition” to Japan in 1901; thence by descent in the Hiller family. W 767. [Rare Japanese Anatomy Books], 12
volumes on obstetrics, an introduction written in Dutch, dated 1844, the remainder in Japanese, all volumes in original paper wrappers, bound in thread, perhaps an edition of Mihara Yoshihiro’s Sanka tangan zuketsu [Illustrated Treatise on the Obstetrical Use of Traction Handles], with numerous woodcuts illustrating the birth process, tool use, the fetus, and abnormalities, height 9 3/4 in., width 6 7/8 in. $600/800 W 768. Japanese Rinpa School (probably
19th c.), “Birds and Flowers of the Four Seasons”, six panel screen, ink, color and gold leaf on paper, sight 21 1/4 in. x 48 1/4 in., overall 48 1/4 in. x 51 in. $600/800 Provenance: Estate of interior designer Winifred Lucas (1910-2001), active 1950-1970s, Baton Rouge, LA; thence by descent.
W 769. A Group of Three Japanese
Woodblock Prints, mid-19th c., including “Gohyaku-rakanji Temple” by Hiroshige II (18261869), from the series Great Views of Edo, sight 12 5/8 in. x 8 5/8 in.; “#5 Hodogaya”, a collaborative print by Hiroshige (1797-1858) and Kunisada/Toyokuni III (1786-1865) from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido by Two Brushes, sight 13 in. x 8 3/4 in.; and “Koyo”, a collaborative print by Kunisada/Toyokuni III (17861865) and Hiroshige II (1826-1869), from the series Thirty-Six Views of the Pride of Edo, sight 12 1/2 in. x 8 5/8 in.; each triple matted and framed, (3 pcs.) $700/1000 W 770. A Japanese Blue and White
Porcelain Faceted Bowl, Meiji Period (18681912), the circular interior painted with a fishing village nestled in the trees overlooking a lake and a lone boat, the faceted exterior with dragon, bird and decorative panels, base inscribed “Dai Nippon...”, height 3 5/8 in., width 9 in.
Japanese and Chinese Metalwork, late 19th c., including two yatate writing sets, length 16 1/2 in. and 6 3/4 in.; an opium pipe, length 16 1/8 in., presented on a wood stand; a polychrome painted figure of a “fat lady”, height 9 in.; a portable scale in a carved wood case, length 12 3/4 in.; and two water pipes, height 9 in. and 9 1/8 in. (7 pcs.) $300/500 W 772. A Southeast Asian
Bronze Figure of a Reclining Buddha, modeled in a reclined position with the head resting on the right palm wearing long robes bordered in relief detailing, length 21 1/2 in. $300/500
$400/600
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778. A Group of Five Persian Illuminated Manuscript Leaves, probably 19th c., five double-sided pages, including two with figural scenes on one side and calligraphies on the other and three pages with calligraphies on each side, gouache on paper heightened with gold, ruled margins, image 5 1/4 in. x 2 7/8 in., sheet 7 1/2 in. x 5 in., matted and framed together. $500/700 Provenance: Estate of U.S. Vice Admiral Rufus Rose; thence to current owner. W 779. Kunisada (Japanese, 1786-1865), a
woodblock triptych depicting samurai on horseback locked in combat, 13 7/8 in. x 27 3/8 in., matted and framed as one continuous scene. $200/300 W 780. A Japanese Polychrome Porcelain
Bottle Vase, 20th c., the globular body finely painted with a continuous landscape scene with figures fishing on a lake, base marked, height 9 1/4 in., carved wood stand. Note: Chips to rim.
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W 774. A Japanese Polychrome
$200/400
Painted Celadon Glazed Double Gourd Vase, the upper globe enameled with birds and branches, the lower globe with fish and aquatic plants, over a carved celadon glazed ground, height 10 in. Note: Restoration.
Provenance: Acquired Patterson Hotel, Houma, LA, 1947.
$200/300 W 775. Hiroshige (Japanese,
1797-1858), two woodblock prints from the series The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido Road, known as Gyosho Tokaido, including “#5 Hodogaya”, sight 7 3/8 in. x 12 1/8 in. and “#44 Yokkaichi”, sight 7 1/4 in. x 12 1/8 in.; similarly triple matted and framed, (2 pcs.) $500/700 W 776. Kunikazu (Japanese/
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773. Korean School, Joseon Dynasty, late 19th c., “A Royal Hunt”, six paintings, each ink and color on paper, each 25 5/8 in. x 12 3/8 in., mounted as a six panel screen, overall 73 in. x 105 1/2 in. $1500/2500
Osaka, active 1849-1867), a woodblock diptych depicting actors sword fighting on stage, 9 5/8 in. x 14 in., matted and framed. $250/350 W 777. Shotei (Japanese, 1871-
1945), two woodblock prints including one depicting figures in a boat beneath a full moon, 9 7/8 in. x 7 1/8 in., and another depicting a starry night with travelers carrying lanterns, 6 3/4 in. x 14 7/8 in., each marked “Made in Japan” en verso, both framed, (2 pcs.) $200/400
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W 781. A Group of Thai Sawankhalok
Pottery Vessels, 14th/15th c., including an elephant form water dropper, height 2 1/2 in., width 4 1/2 in.; a deer form vessel, height 1 3/4 in., length 4 in.; a chicken form vessel, height 2 in., length 2 3/4 in.; a human form vessel, height 3 3/5 in., width 3 1/4 in.; a chicken form unglazed vase, height 3 1/2 in., width 4 1/2 in.; together with a three prong brush rest, height 2 1/4 in., width 2 1/2 in., and a yellow and brown glazed zoomorphic covered box, height 2 1/2 in., width 2 1/2 in., (7 pcs.) $300/500 W 782. A Group of Seven Japanese
Cloisonné Enamel Vases, the first decorated with grapes and trumpet vine on a white diaper ground, height 8 1/4 in.; the second with autumn leaves on a pigeon blood akasuke ground, foot rim impressed “Sato”, height 6 1/4 in.; the third with flying cranes on a jet black ground, height 7 1/4 in., note: damage; the fourth with roses on a white ground, height 4 3/4 in.; the fifth, ginbari, with chrysanthemum on an impressed pigeon blood akasuke foil ground, base drilled, height 7 1/4 in.; the sixth with roses on a pale blue ground, height 7 1/4 in.; the seventh with prunus and bird on a blue ground, height 7 1/8 in. $600/800
W 783. Two Japanese Carved
Ivory Figural Okimono, the first carved as an old man kneeling beside and resting on a large wine barrel, height 2 5/8 in.; the second, as a recumbent old man sleeping on an over-turned wine barrel, length 2 5/8, carved wood stand. $200/400 W 784. A Group of Three
Japanese Netsuke, one cloisonné enamel of two entwined badgers, height 1 1/4 in.; and two of carved ivory, one of a kneeling man holding a bird, the other of a man sitting with a monkey, both marked, height 1 3/8 in. and 1 3/8 in. respectively. $200/400 786
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W 785. A Japanese Ivory
Okimono of a Bonsai Gardener, Meiji Period (1868-1912), male figure carved wearing short robes and carrying a bonsai tree in his hands, with a stool, bonsai and toad at his feet, height 5 1/4 in., mounted to a wood plinth, overall height 6 1/8 in. $300/500 786. Jerome Myers (American/ New York, 1867-1940), “Lemon Vendor”, pencil on paper, signed and inscribed “NY” lower left, with a seahorse monogram lower right, signed, titled, inscribed and numbered “234” en verso, with a “Kraushaar Galleries, New York” label, 10 in. x 7 1/2 in., unframed.
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$300/500 787 787. Ernest Fiene, (American, 1894-1965), “City Lights”, 1940, etching on Rives paper, pencil-signed, published by Associated American Artists, sheet 13 7/8 in. x 11 3/4 in., unframed. $500/700
789. Morris Henry Hobbs (American/ Louisiana, 1892-1967), three etchings, “Susanna”, pencil-titled, numbered “ed/75”, artist’s embossed monogram, sheet 9 1/2 in. x 7 3/8 in.; “Bas de Sole”, pencil-titled, numbered “ed/25”, artist’s embossed monogram, sheet 8 1/8 in. x 9 3/4 in.; and “In Profile”, numbered “ed/100”, sheet 9 1/4 in. x 7 1/4 in., all pencilsigned, unframed. $1800/2500 Provenance: Estate of the artist, Mandeville, Louisiana; descended in the family.
788. Morris Henry Hobbs (American/Louisiana, 18921967), three prints, “The Mexican Jar”, mezzotint, sheet 9 3/8 in. x 8 1/4 in.; “Nocturn”, mezzotint, sheet 9 5/8 in. x 7 1/4 in.; and “The Sisters”, aquatint etching, sheet 10 5/8 in. x 8 1/4 in., numbered “3/25”, all pencilsigned and titled, all unframed.
790. Morris Henry Hobbs (American/ Louisiana, 1892-1967), two etchings, “Resting” and “Seated Nude”, pencil-signed, titled, edition of 75, artist’s embossed monogram, each 6 in. x 4 1/4 in. (image) and 8 1/2 in. x 6 1/2 in. (sheet), unframed.
$1800/2500
$1200/1800
Provenance: Estate of the artist, Mandeville, Louisiana; descended in the family.
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793. Eli Cantor (New York/ Florida, 1913-1995), “Masked Ball”, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower left, handwritten note inscribed “Egypt, Lebdusha” en verso, 24 1/8 in. x 15 1/4 in., in an antique frame. $500/750 Note: A writer, painter, arts activist, musician and poet, Eli Cantor worked as a businessman in New York City. Cantor wrote for Esquire Magazine as well as for television and the theater. He was a member of the of Yaddo Art Colony in Saratoga Springs, New York, and retired in 1981 to Sarasota, Florida, where he created paintings, music and poetry.
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794. Anthony Buchta (American, 1894-1967), “Patio in Old New Orleans French Quarter”, watercolor on board, signed lower right, pencil-signed, titled and inscribed “Nashville, Ind-” en verso, 10 7/8 in. x 9 1/4 in., matted and framed.
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W 791. Two Photo
Albums with Assorted New Orleans Portraits, 19th c., over 70 cabinet cards and carte-devisites, most from New Orleans photographers. Note: Condition.
$500/700 795. [Mardi Gras], Brors Anders Wikstrom (Swedish/New Orleans, 1854-1909, active New Orleans, 1883-1909), a pair of Rex costume designs, c. 1890-1900, watercolor on paper, 9 3/8 in. x 7 3/8 in.
$300/500 W 792. Anne Wilson
Goldthwaite (American/Alabama, 1869-1944), two prints, “Cock Fight”, c. 1913, etching on paper, unsigned, Breeskin 103, image 4 1/16 in. x 6 7/16 in., sheet 10 1/2 in. x 8 1/2 in., unframed; and “Squirrels”, etching on paper, unsigned, image 4 7/8 in. x 3 7/8 in., sheet 10 in. x 8 in., unframed (2 pcs.)
795 (1 of 2)
$700/1000
Note: Wikstrom was designer of the Rex pageants for 25 years and of the Proteus pageants for 10 years. His Proteus work is now in the Tulane University Collection. However, examples of his Rex work are rare: even though each year’s work included 120 costume plates, only several dozen have survived. Schindler, Henri, Mardi Gras: New Orleans, Flammarion, 1997, pp. 117-119. 796. [Mardi Gras], Brors Anders Wikstrom (Swedish/New Orleans, 1854-1909, active New Orleans, 1883-1909), a pair of Rex costume designs, c. 1890-1900, watercolor on paper, 9 3/8 in. x 7 3/8 in.
$300/500 Note: Included and reproduced in Breeskin, Adelyn Dohme, Anne Goldthwaite: A Catalogue Raisonné of the Graphic Work, Montgomery Museum of Art, 1982, no. 103, p. 64.
$700/1000 797. [Mardi Gras], Brors Anders Wikstrom (Swedish/New Orleans, 1854-1909, active New Orleans, 1888-1909), a pair of Rex costume designs, c. 1890-1900, watercolor on paper, 9 3/8 in. x 7 3/8 in. 797 (1 of 2)
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796 (1 of 2)
$700/1000
801
804
807 798 (1 of 11) W 802. [Mardi Gras], a Knights of Momus
798. [Mardi Gras], Two Sets of Mobile, Alabama Carnival Tableau Costume Designs, by Edmond Carl De Celle (American/ Alabama, b. 1889), watercolors on illustration board, six designs from “The Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan”, all signed, titled and characters identified, 14 3/4 in x 9 3/4 in.; four designs possibly from the 1938 “Order of the Dragon”, watercolors on illustration board, all signed, 11 in. x 7 in., and identified Arabic figure, watercolor on illustration board, signed, 11 1/4 in. x 7 in., all unframed (11 pcs.) $800/1200 W 799. [Mardi Gras], an Elves of Oberon
krewe favor pin, 1903, “Myths of Redmen”. $200/400 810 W 803. [Mardi Gras], a Knights of Momus
krewe favor pin, 1904, “Visions of the World’s Vanities”. $200/400
W 800. [Mardi Gras], a Mistick Krewe of
Comus sterling silver krewe favor pin, 1902, “The Fairy Kingdom”, reproduced in Henri Schindler’s Mardi Gras Treasures: Jewelry of the Golden Age, Pelican Publishing Company, Gretna, 2006, p. 31. $300/500 801. [Mardi Gras], a Mistick Krewe of Comus krewe favor pin, 1904, “Izdubar”, reproduced in Henri Schindler’s Mardi Gras Treasures: Jewelry of the Golden Age, Pelican Publishing Company, Gretna, 2006, p. 31.
Proteus sterling silver krewe favor pin, 1939, “Select Fables of La Fontaine”. $200/400
804. [Mardi Gras], a Knights of Momus krewe favor pin, 1915, “Tales of How and Why”, the title of No. 4 was “Why Soft-Shelled Crabs are Soft”, reproduced in Henri Schindler’s Mardi Gras Treasures: Jewelry of the Golden Age, Pelican Publishing Co., Gretna, 2006, p. 136. $400/600
810. [Mardi Gras], a Twelfth Night Revelers krewe favor pin, early 20th c. $200/400 W 811. [Mardi Gras], a Twelfth
krewe favor pin, early 20th c. $150/250
W 809. [Mardi Gras], a Krewe of
W 805. [Mardi Gras], a Krewe of Proteus krewe
Night Revelers krewe favor pin, 1909, “The Revels of the Gems”.
favor pin, 1905, “Rubaiyat”.
$300/500
$400/600 W 812. [Mardi Gras], a collection
anniversary favor pin, 1906, “The Inspiration of Proteus”.
of mid-to-late 20th c. Rex ladies ball pins, dating from 1973-1993, (12 pcs.)
$300/500
$300/500
807. [Mardi Gras], a Krewe of Proteus krewe favor pin, 1923, “Myths and Legends of the North American Indians”, reproduced in Henri Schindler’s Mardi Gras Treasures: Jewelry of the Golden Age, Pelican Publishing Company, Gretna, 2006, p. 154.
W 813. [Mardi Gras], a large
$400/600
$500/700
W 808. [Mardi Gras], a Krewe of Proteus
W 814. [Mardi Gras], a collection
W 806. [Mardi Gras], Krewe of Proteus silver
$400/600
collection of mid-to-late 20th c. Rex ladies ball pins, dating from 19681996, three with original boxes, (approx. 27 pcs.)
sterling silver and enamel krewe favor locket, 1925, “Tales of Romances of Old Japan”.
of Rex ducal badges dating from 1977-1994, (9 pcs.)
$400/600
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W 815. [Mardi Gras], a
820. [Mardi Gras], Times Picayune Supplement, Krewe of Proteus Parade Bulletin, February 19, 1917, lithography by Walle & Co. Ltd., New Orleans, “The Earthly Paradise”, 27 5/8 in. x 42 in., unframed.
collection of illustrated newspapers, late 19th c. and early 20th c., including 7 Harper’s Weekly, dated March 29, 1873, March 8, 1884, March 19, 1892, two March 12, 1898, March 4, 1899, and February 14, 1903; two The Illustrated American, March 15, 1890 and March 14, 1896; and one The Graphic, Chicago, March 4, 1893, (10 pcs.)
$500/700 W 821. [Mardi Gras], Times
$500/700 W 816. [Mardi Gras], a
collection of illustrated newspapers, late 19th c. and early 20th c. including three Harper’s Weekly, March 19, 1892, March 12, 1898 and February 14, 1903; Mid-Week Pictorial: National Magazine of News Pictures, February 27, 1932 (2 pcs.), and 7 individual sheets of illustrations, (12 pcs.)
817
Picayune Supplement, Mistick Krewe of Comus Parade Bulletin, February 20, 1917, lithography by Walle & Co. Ltd., New Orleans, “Romantic Legends”, 27 5/8 in. x 42 in., unframed. $500/700 W 822. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball favors from the Krewes of Nereus, Niobeans, Okeanos, and Olympians, (13 pcs.)
$400/600
$200/400
817. [Mardi Gras], “Idealistic Queens”, Rex parade bulletin, March 7th, 1905, lithography by Walle & Co. Ltd., New Orleans, “Lithographers to His Majesty”, “In Utopia”, with a Casell Gallery, New Orleans label en verso, sight 27 1/2 in. x 41 1/2 in., framed.
W 823. [Mardi Gras], a pair
of Rex vase krewe favors, 1916, “Visions From the Poets”. $200/400
820
$500/700
of Rex vase krewe favors, 1917, “The Gifts of the Gods to Louisiana”, (2 pcs.) $200/400
Note: For rare photographic images of the “Idealistic Queens” parade, see Henri Schindler’s Mardi Gras: New Orleans, Flammarion, 1997, pp. 124 and 125.
W 825. [Mardi Gras], a Rex vase
krewe favor, 1915, “Fragments From Song and Story”, marked “England”; together with its original box, (2 pcs.)
W 818. [Mardi Gras], Times
Picayune Supplement, Rex, February 20, 1917, lithography by Walle & Co., Ltd., New Orleans, “The Gift of the Gods”, 27 5/8 in. x 42 in., unframed. $500/700
W 824. [Mardi Gras], a pair
$200/300
826
826. [Mardi Gras], a Rex loving cup krewe favor, 1914, ‘The Drama of the Year”, together with its original box, (2 pcs.)
W 819. [Mardi Gras], Times
$200/300
Picayune Supplement, Knights of Momus Parade Bulletin, February 15th, 1917, lithography by Walle & Co. Ltd., New Orleans, “Adventures of Baron Munchausen”, 27 5/8 in. x 42 in., unframed.
827. [Mardi Gras], two Rex letter opener krewe favors including 1902, “Quotations From Literature”, and 1910, “The Freaks of Fable”, (2 pcs.)
$500/700
$200/300
827
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W 828. [Mardi Gras], a group of
W 834. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball ephemera
W 840. [Mardi Gras], a large
ball favors including Krewe of Proteus, 1965, “Lost Cities in Fact and Fancy”, sterling silver box, and a jewelry box; together with a Mistick Krewe of Comus, sterling box, (3 pcs.)
including various favor pins and jewelry from various krewes including The Atlanteans, Athenians, Babylon, Bacchus, Caesar, Carrollton, and Dorians, (approx. 17 pcs.)
group of ball favors including plates, cups, and other ephemera from various krewes including Elenians, Endymion, Eros, Eurydice, Harlequins and Hermes, (approx. 17 pcs.)
$200/300
W 835. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball ephemera
W 829. [Mardi Gras], a group of
Rex krewe favors including a card tray, 1908 “The Classics of Imagination”, a box, 1904 “In the Realm of Imagination”, and a pierced dish, 1913, “Enchantments and Transformations”, (3 pcs.) $200/300 W 830. [Mardi Gras], a group of
$200/400
including various favor pins, jewelry, and Coleman E. Adler’s ornaments from various krewes including Endymion, Knights of Momus, Moslem, Mystic, Nereus, Osiris, Rex, Sparta, Thoth and Twelfth Night Revelers, (approx. 28 pcs.)
$200/400 W 841. [Mardi Gras], a large
$200/400
group of ball favors including cups, dishes and ephemera from various krewes including Hera, Iris, and Jupiter, (approx 16 pcs.)
W 836. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball favors including
$200/400
cups, dishes and various ephemera from various krewes including Twelfth Night Revelers, Thoth, Theron, Krewe of Romans and Knights of Romance, (approx. 12 pcs).
W 842. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball favors including cups, dishes, and other ephemera from various krewes including Knights of Momus, Mecca, MidCity, Moslem, Mystery and Mystic, (13 pcs.)
$200/400
Rex ball favors including a painted card tray, 1909, “The Treasures of the King”, a bud vase, 1905, and a loving cup, 1903 “Feasts and Fetes”, (3 pcs.)
$200/400
$200/300 W 843. [Mardi Gras], a large W 831. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball ephemera including various programs, invitations and admit cards from the Krewes of Achaeans, Alhambra, Anubis, Apollo, Athenians, The Atlanteans, Knights of Babylon, Bacchus, Caliphs of Cairo, Krewe of Carrollton, and Choctaw, (approx. 36 pcs.)
group of ball favors including cups, dishes and ephemera from various krewes including Osiris, Pegasus, Prometheus, and Prophets of Persia, (approx. 31 pcs.)
845
$300/500 W 844. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball favors including cups, dishes and other ephemera from the krewes Venus and Zeus, (approx. 22 pcs.)
$300/500 W 832. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball ephemera including various invitations, programs, and admit cards from the Krewes of Diana, Dorians, Eros, Excalibur, Harlequins, Hermes, Iris, Les Marionettes, Mithras, Mokana, Knights of Momus, Moslem, Mystery, Mystic Club, Niobeans, Nereus and Nippon, (approx. 30 pcs.) $300/500 W 833. [Mardi Gras], a large
group of ball ephemera including various invitations, programs, and admit cards from the Elves of Oberon, and the Krewes of Olympians, Omardz, Osiris, Prophets of Persia, Rex, The Squires, Sonians, Knights of Sparta, Twelfth Night Revelers, Venus and Zeus, (approx. 40 pcs.)
$200/400 846 (2 of 3)
W 837. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball favors including
cups, dishes and ephemera from various krewes including Achaeans, Anubis, Alexis and Alhambra, (approx 27 pcs.) $300/500 W 838. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball favors including
goblets, boxes, mugs and other ephemera from various krewes including Aquila, Athenians, and The Atlanteans, (17 pcs.) $200/400 W 839. [Mardi Gras], a large group of ball favors including
boxes, spoons, cups and other ephemera from various krewes including Bards of Bohemia, Caliphs of Cairo, Caronis, Carrollton, Comus and Dorians, (approx. 14 pcs.)
845. [Mardi Gras], a Rex letter opener krewe favor, 1902, “Quotations from Literature “ with the original box. $150/250 846. [Mardi Gras], three Rex krewe favors, including two letter openers, 1902, “Quotations from Literature”, 1910, “The Freaks of Fable”, and a hand mirror, 1899, “Reveries of Rex”, all with boxes, (6 pcs.) $200/400
$200/400
$300/500
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W 847. [Mardi Gras], two krewe favors
W 855. [Mardi Gras], a collection of
including a Rex inkwell, 1911, “Arts and Sciences”, and The Atlanteans sterling silver cup, 1925, “Jolliker, The Creator of Games and Pleasures”. (2 pcs.)
memorabilia including Time Magazine, February 21, 1949 issue with Louis Armstrong on cover; Mardi Gras Paper Dolls, published by Saalfield, a “Pennsylvania Railroad Tour to the New Orleans Mardi Gras”, 1910, pamphlet, Rex Ball favor of music box lighter in original box; and a deck of New Orleans Carnival playing cards in original case, (5 pcs.)
$200/400 W 848. [Mardi Gras], two Rex krewe favors,
including a loving cup, 1914, “The Drama of the Year”, and a vase, 1917, “The Gifts of the Gods to Louisiana”. (2 pcs.)
$150/250
$150/250
W 856. [Mardi Gras], a collection of Times
W 849. [Mardi Gras], a group of ball favors,
including a Knights of Momus wine taster, 1872-1972, “Merry Moments of Momus” and a shot glass, four Caliphs of Cairo small trays, 1968, two Prophets of Persia wine tasters, 1963, a Twelfth Night Revelers cordial glass, 1953, three cordial glasses, 1960, 1969 and 1970, the latter two marked “Gorham Sterling”; accompanied by a Paul Revere miniature bowl by Reed and Barton, (13 pcs.)
859A
Picayune newspapers with stories and illustrations from March 10, 1946, February 19, 1947, February 23, 1947, February 25, 1923, March 6, 1946, February 25, 1923, March 6, 1946, February 25, 1946, February 14, 1947, and February 11, 1947, (8 pcs.) $200/400 W 857. [Mardi Gras], a mid-
20th c. papier-mâché New Orleans Carnival mask, height 13 in. $50/100
$250/450
W 858. [Mardi Gras], Philip
Sage (American/New Orleans, b. 1942), “Mardi Gras Night”, 1982, colored etching, pencilsigned, titled and dated, artist proof “2/30”, sight 25 in. x 19 in., attractively framed.
W 850. [Mardi Gras], an
Atlanteans ball tableau program, February 11th, 1947, “A Valentine Ball Masque” and The Atlanteans ball invitation, February 15, 1955, (2 pcs.)
$300/500
$100/200 W 859. [Mardi Gras], Russell W 851. [Mardi Gras], three
Rex proclamations, January 31, 1969, “World of Hans Christian Anderson”; February 13, 1971, “Our Storybook of the Sea”; and February 1974, “Living Jewels”. $200/400 W 852. [Mardi Gras], 5 costume designs,
by Lucia and Philip Liuzza, probably for the Krewe of Moslem, mid-20th c., including “The Pink Mist, Mrs. Earl Carr, Past Queen”, “Maid #6”, “Time to Get Up: Krewe, Group I”, “Mrs. Richard Wing White” and “Mrs. Mary Louise White, Jr., Past Queen”, watercolors and mixed media, two with fabric sample, all signed and titled, 11 in. x 15 in., unframed. $600/900
860
W 853. [Mardi Gras], 5 costume designs
by Lucia and Philip Liuzza probably for the Krewe of Moslem, mid-20th c., including “Mrs. Earl Carr, Past Queen”, “Queen”, two designs for “Alma Cousins” and “The Fawn: Maid”, watercolors and mixed media, one with fabric sample, signed and titled, 15 in. x 11 in., unframed. $600/900 W 854. [Mardi Gras], a collection of 5
carnival float souvenirs, including two ceramic banks, one signed by Blaine Kern en verso, two “The King of Mardi Gras, His Pages and His Float”, both marked “Philip M. Walmsley, New Orleans”, one ceramic and one tin, both with original boxes and “The King of Casinos - The Grand Parade of 2003” ceramic float; together with a handmade papier-mâché king’s float, unsigned, (5 pcs.) $200/300
160
Cresson (American/New Orleans, b. 1911), two black and white photographs of “The Rex Parade on Canal Street, New Orleans”, silver gelatin prints, both signed lower right, 11 in. x 14 in., in matching frames; accompanied by MetairiePicayune, March 3, 2005 newspaper article on the photographer. $300/500 859A. [Mardi Gras], a Rex ball invitation, February 10, 1891, “Visions”, reproduced in Arthur Hardy’s Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Arthur Hardy Enterprises, Metairie, 2003, p. 47. $700/900 860. Noel Rockmore (American/New Orleans, 1928-1995), “Mardi Gras”, 1973, pastel on paper, signed and dated lower left, with “Brown’s Jackson, MS” backing paper, 19 3/4 in. x 25 5/8 in., matted and framed. $1000/1500
861. Noel Rockmore (American/New Orleans, 19281995), “Johnny Wiggs, (John Wigginton Hyman) Cornet Player (1899-1977)”, 1963, oil on canvas, signed and dated “March 24” upper left and titled upper right, 36 3/8 in. x 24 in., in a giltwood frame. $2500/3500 862. Sedrick Huckaby (American/ Texas, b. 1975), “Self-Portrait”, 2010, oil on wood panel, signed and dated en verso, 9 1/4 in. x 6 1/4 in., in a hand-crafted artist’s frame.
862
861
$1000/2000 863. Alberta Kinsey (American/ Louisiana, 1875-1952), “Brulatour Courtyard”, oil on canvas board, signed lower left, inscribed and with a Farish Art Store, Inc., New Orleans, LA, label en verso of backing board, 11 7/8 in. x 10 in., in a giltwood frame.
864
$800/1200
W 865. Charles Oglesby Longabaugh (American,
1885-1944), “Bayou Cabin”, 1943, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower left, pencil-signed and titled on mat, with a paper artist’s label reading in part “Typical of thousands of Negro cabins thru-out the deep South” en verso, sight 5 7/8 in. x 6 7/8 in., matted and framed.
863
864. Charles Oglesby Longabaugh (American, 1885-1944), “Mississippi Ferry”, 1943, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, pencil-signed and titled on mat, with a paper artist’s label reading in part “Typical of many local ferries from Dubuque, Iowa to The Gulf” en verso, sight 5 7/8 in. x 6 7/8 in., matted and framed.
$1000/1500
$1000/1500 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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868. Clarence John Laughlin (American/ Louisiana, 19051985), “The World of the Primitive Painter: 1952 (Clementine Hunter, Art Exhibit Admission 25 cent, Thanks)”, silver gelatin photograph, signed and titled on board, New Orleans Museum of Art exhibition label en verso, image 7 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in. $600/900
866
Provenance: Exhibited in the New Orleans Museum of Art’s 1985 exhibition “A Centennial Salute to Clementine Hunter”. Previously in the Collection of Dr. and Mrs. Robert F. Ryan. W 869. A Large
868
867 (1 of 3)
866. Alexander John Drysdale (American/ Louisiana, 1870-1934), “Morning on Biloxi Bay, Mississippi”, 1909, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, signed, dated “Aug 1909” and titled on stretcher bars en verso, 12 in. x 30 1/8 in., unframed.
$400/600 Provenance: Acquired from the Estate of Allan Jaffe, New Orleans.
$2500/3500 Provenance: Descended in the family of Dr. Francis James Kearny and Anna Beatrice Levert Kearny of Biloxi, Mississippi. Anna Beatrice was the daughter of Jean Baptiste Levert (b. 1839 at Golden Ridge Plantation, Iberville Parish, Louisiana, d. 1903, New Orleans) and Marie Stephanie Dupuy of San Gabriel, Louisiana. The Levert family acquired a home in Biloxi in 1898. Note: This rare early oil painting by Alexander John Drysdale depicts the Biloxi Schooner Races, a favorite in Gulf Coast sailing circles. Founded in 1844, the Biloxi Yacht Club provided opportunities for many Gulf Coast sailors. This seascape is a rare example of Drysdale’s early Tonalist style, the most carefully rendered period in his body of work. Reference: Scheib. History of the Southern Yacht Club. p. 167.
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Collection of Vintage George Lewis and his New Orleans All Stars Photographs and Memorabilia from Japan Tour, 1962, including images from the covers of George Lewis in Japan, vol. 1 & 2, a recorded performance on a mock Preservation Hall stage, many other performances and images while on tour, also including multiple posters and advertisements, over 600 items.
870
867. Ernest J. Bellocq (American/New Orleans, 1873-1949), a group of three vintage silver gelatin prints, “Untitled, c. 1912, Storyville Woman Wearing a Chemise, and Locket, Standing in an Interior”, “Untitled, c. 1912, Storyville Woman in Front of a White Backdrop”, and “Untitled, c. 1912, Storyville Women, Possibly Mourning”, all unsigned, all 10 in. x 8 in., all unframed. $800/1200
870. Brock Loper (American/ Mississippi, 19352009), “Playing Jazz in Front of the Presbytere, Jackson Square, French Quarter”, 1999, acrylic on board, signed and dated lower right, 25 7/8 in. x 33 3/8 in., framed. $1000/1500
W 871. Brock Loper (American/Mississippi, 1935-
2009), “The Lantern Hangers”, 1997, acrylic on board, signed and dated lower right, signed, titled and inscribed “1997” en verso, 28 in. x 22 in., attractively framed. $1000/1500 872. Newton Reeve Howard (American/ Louisiana, 1912-1984), “Tears of Christ”, 1979, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 14 in. x 18 in., in a period frame. $800/1200 Note: Howard was a 1929 graduate of the Tulane University School of Architecture. Finding it difficult to obtain work as an architect during the Depression, and having had an interest in art since childhood, he enrolled at the Art Institute of Chicago. He eventually returned to his native New Orleans with the Works Progress Administration, serving as the supervisor for the construction of Monkey Hill in Audubon Park. During WWII, Howard joined the Navy and was stationed in the South Pacific. Inspired by his years in the Pacific, Howard created a number of paintings and drawings of the region and its people; the Smithsonian Institution recently purchased seven of these works.
872
Newton Reeve Howard’s evocative and refined views of New Orleans and the Louisiana bayou have been much admired, particularly amongst private and institutional collectors within the New Orleans arts community. W 873. Charles Oglesby Longabaugh
(American/New Orleans, 1885-1944), two French Quarter scenes, “Cabildo Arches” and “Pirates’ Alley, Old New Orleans”, 1943, each watercolor on paper, both signed, dated and inscribed “New Orleans”, titled and signed on mat boards, sight 5 3/4 in. x 6 5/8 in., in matching period frames. $700/900 W 874. George Dureau (American/New
Orleans, b.1930), two etched magnum wine bottles, one with inscription “The culture of our city/its traditions of dance/music and pageantry” the other “The Three Maenads of Bacchus”, both with etched signature, heights 16 1/2 in. and 16 1/4 in., respectively.
878
879
$300/500 W 877. George Dureau (American/New Orleans, b. 1930), W 875. Lyle Bonge (American/Mississippi, 1929-2009),
“Mardi Gras Shoes”, silver gelatin print, unsigned, sight 6 1/2 in. x 9 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $300/500 W 876. George Dureau (American/New Orleans, b. 1930),
two vintage silver gelatin photographs including “Stanley Hurd”, signed lower right and titled lower left, 20 in. x 16 in., and “Roosevelt Singleton”, 1980, pencil-signed lower right, and titled lower left, inscribed and dated en verso, 14 in. x 10 7/8 in., both unframed.
two vintage silver gelatin photographs of “Frank Theriault”, each signed lower right and titled lower left, both 19 7/8 in. x 16 1/8 in., both unframed. $500/700 878. A Newcomb College Art Pottery Matte Glaze Vase, 1922, decorated by Anna Frances Simpson, with moss laden live oaks, base with Newcomb cipher, decorator’s mark, Joseph Meyer’s potter’s mark, shape no. 7, and reg. no. “ME...”, partially obscured by paper label, height 4 5/8 in., diameter 3 in. $1000/1500
$500/700 879. A John Bennett Pottery Lamp Base, late 19th c., marked with conjoined “GR” in brown underglaze, slip decorated with camellias on a brown ground, height 11 3/4 in. $500/750 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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W 886. A Mexican Silver
and Black Onyx Flexible Bracelet, marked JE, each link with an oval cabochon onyx bezel set in a ropetwist frame; together with a pair of Mexican sterling silver earclips, Dulce Plateros, Taxco, in the Retro taste, spherule cluster design, diameter 2 1/2 in. $200/300 W 887. A Mexican Sterling
Silver Bracelet, maker SLG, the stylized links centering a bezel set green onyx oval. $150/250 880
890 W 888. A Mexican Sterling W 881. A Pair of Arts
Decoratifs Mirrored Sconces, each backplate of waisted form with incised decoration, single scrolled arm, height 16 in., width 6 1/2 in., depth 5 1/2 in.
Silver Bracelet, Taxco, maker’s mark rubbed, stylized loop and ball links of Spratling influence; together with a Mexican silver quetzal brooch with green cabochon eye. $200/300
$200/400 W 889. A Diminutive Arts
891
W 882. A Mexican Sterling
Silver Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Suite, Sigfrido Pineda (b. 1929), marked “Sigi, Tasco, Sterling Made in Mexico, Eagle 3 and 258”; swirl motif, the collar necklace and cuff bracelet featuring Sigi’s characteristic hinge incorporated into the design, the earrings with screw back. $600/800 W 883. An Egyptian Gold-Mounted Scarab Stick
Pin, the oval green and russet colored scarab suspended in an oval wire work frame and mounted as a pin, length 3 in., in an “A. Stowell & Co....BOSTON” labeled box; together with an Egyptian Scarab Seal Charm, grayish white stone carved to the underside with glyphs, the shorter sides pierced for hanging, height 1 1/8 in., presented on a cardboard backing with the wax seal sample. $600/800 892 W 884. A Mexican Sterling Silver and Onyx
880. An American Arts and Crafts N.W. Art Shade Co. Lamp, early 20th c., Chicago, colorful slag glass with intricate patinated metal overlay, the shade with 6 arched panels depicting cherubs beneath a festooned trellis, tapered standard of the same motif on scrolled base with impressed maker’s mark, overall height 28 1/2 in., shade diameter 21 in. $800/1200
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Bangle Bracelet, Taxco, with flush hinge; together with a silver and braided leather bolo tie, the slide an oval cabochon onyx mounted in sterling silver.
and Crafts Carved, Ebonized and Painted Chair, early 20th c., floralcarved back, curved arms, curule legs, stretchers. $200/400 890. An American Carved Walnut Davenport Desk, mid-19th c., reticulated gallery, slanted writing surface, case fitted with four drawers, height 34 in., width 30 in., depth 24 in. $400/600 891. Charles Whitfield Richards (American/New Orleans, 1906-1992), “Reclining Blonde”, oil on canvas, signed upper right, 11 3/4 in. x 26 1/4 in., in a giltwood frame. $600/900
lace, signed, maker untraced, C scroll links centered by 4 cartouche links set with cabochon amethysts.
892. Noel Rockmore (American/New Orleans, 1928-1995), “Lost in Thought: Portrait in Red and White”, 1981, oil on canvas, signed and dated center right, 20 in. x 16 in., unframed.
$200/300
$500/700
$200/300 W 885. A Mexican Silver and Amethyst Neck-
893. Noel Rockmore (American/Louisiana, 1928-1995), “Ernie Cagnolatti, Trumpet Player”, 1965, oil on masonite, signed and dated upper left, 20 in. x 13 1/8 in., frame. $1200/1800 894. Noel Rockmore (American/Louisiana, 1928-1995), “Chicken Henry”, 1963, oil on masonite, signed, dated “‘63 July”, and inscribed “N.Y” upper left, 16 in. x 9 1/8 in., framed.
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$1200/1800 895. Clementine Hunter (American/ Louisiana, 18861988), “The Wedding”, oil on canvas board, monogrammed lower right, with a “Williams Gallery, Gulfport, MS” label en verso, 7 5/8 in. x 7 in., framed.
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$1200/1800 896. Clementine Hunter (American/ Louisiana, 18861988), “Cotton Picker”, oil on board, monogrammed “C.H.” lower right, 6 in. x 8 1/4 in., matted and framed; accompanied by reproduction prints and portfolio from “Six Prints for Framing by Clementine Hunter” printed by Downtown Gallery and a biographical newspaper article on the artist, matted and framed.
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$1000/1500 897. An Antique Louisiana Cypress Work Table, 19th c., two board plank top, plain skirt, square tapered legs, pegged construction, height 28 in., width 27 1/2 in., depth 27 in. $700/900 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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898. An American Classical Mahogany Armoire, c. 1830, New Orleans, ogee molded cornice above a pair of paneled doors with bold ripple moldings, fitted interior of three drawers, paneled sides, ogee molded base and bracket feet, height 89 5/8 in., width 66 in., depth 22 in. $3000/5000 899. An American Carved Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, c. 1840, New York, flared cornice, glazed doors, projecting drawers and marble top over molded frieze drawer fitted with writing surface, cupboard doors below, scrolled feet, height 90 5/8 in., width 41 3/4 in., depth 20 7/8 in. $1800/2500 Provenance: Thimbleton, 221 West Tuscaloosa Street, Florence, Alabama, the historic home of Edward Asbury O’Neal (1818-1890), governor of Alabama (1882-1886). O’Neal graduated with honors from La Grange College and practiced law in Huntsville and Florence in the 1840s. A leading advocate of Secession, O’Neal served as a colonel in the Confederate Army and commanded the 26th Alabama Infantry Regiment. O’Neal was commissioned brigadier general later in the war. After O’Neal returned to Florence, he became active in Alabama politics. His son, Emmet (1853-1922), also served as governor of Alabama (1911-1915). W 900. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Center Table, c.
1830, in the manner of J. & J.W. Meeks, New York, circular white marble top, molded and faceted frieze, bulbous stem, shaped plinth, scroll feet, height 27 7/8 in., diameter 36 1/4 in. $800/1200
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902. A Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa, early 19th c., scrolled crest rail, acanthuscarved arms, blocked seat rail, cornucopia brackets, hairy paw feet, casters, height 36 3/8 in., width 88 1/4 in., depth 23 in. $1000/2000 902
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904. Jacques Guillaume Lucien Amans (French, 1801-1888, active New Orleans 1836-1856), “Portrait of a Beautiful Woman in a Green Dress, a member of the Beauvais-Decuir family”, oil on canvas, signed upper left, 31 in. x 25 in., in a modern giltwood frame. $6000/9000 Provenance: Descended in the Ellis/Denis/Beauvais-Decuir family, New Orleans and Pointe Coupée, LA.
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903. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Chest of Drawers, c. 1830, New York, three short drawers and one long drawer outset over three graduated drawers flanked by pineapple and acanthus-carved stiles, acanthine paw feet, height 50 1/8 in., width 48 1/4 in., depth 21 5/8 in. $800/1200
Note: This elegant portrait belongs to a family group including a portrait of Antoinette Decuir (sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 444, May 22, 2010); portraits of Emile Tanneret and Augustine Massicot Tanneret, (lots 249, 250, sold November 20, 2010); and a portrait of Louise Suzanne Antoinette de Beauvais (Mme. Antoine Decuir), which hangs at Parlange Plantation. The Amans portraits in this distinguished family may have been executed either in New Orleans or Point Coupée Parish, as the family had connections to both places. Reference: Bruns, Mrs. Thomas Nelson Carter. Louisiana Portraits. Louisiana: National Society of the Colonial Dames of America, 1975, p. 74.
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906A. Jay Matternes (American, b. 1933), “Study for Golden Eagles and Chicks”, 1978, charcoal on paper, signed and dated upper right, 33 3/4 in. x 39 1/2 in., framed. $1500/2500
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1933), “Studies for Golden Eagle”, 14 pencil drawings on paper and 1 watercolor on paper, all signed, sight from 4 1/2 in. x 5 1/4 in. to 8 1/2 in. x 11 1/2 in., all framed alike. $800/1200
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907. Axel Amuchastegui (Argentine, 1921-2002), “Mountain Quail”, 1970, watercolor on Strathmore board, signed lower right, signed and dated en verso, sight 28 3/4 in. x 19 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $1800/2500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA. 908. Axel Amuchastegui (Argentine, 1921-2002), “Ross’s Turaloa”, 1975, watercolor on Strathmore board, signed lower right, signed and dated, “15-9-75, Axl” en verso, sight 28 3/4 in. x 19 1/2 in., attractively matted and framed. $1800/2500 Note: Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Morris Museum of Art, Augusta, GA. 909. Axel Amuchastegui (Argentine, 1921-2002), “Mockingbirds on an Apple Tree Branch with Fruit”, 1962, watercolor on Strathmore board, signed lower right, two dates “31-10-62” and “3-9-62” in pencil lower margin, sight 27 1/2 in. x 20 in., attractively matted and framed.
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Games Table, c. 1860, with foldover swivel top, beaded skirt, tapered chamfered stem, incurvate plinth, scroll feet, casters, height 29 in., width 33 7/8 in., depth 16 3/4 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Descended in the family of Emma Schreiner Mortimer (1825-1898), New Orleans, LA. 911. An American Rococo Carved Rosewood Parlor Suite, mid-19th c., comprising four side chairs, armchair and méridienne; all with shaped crest, serpentine seat, cabriole legs, casters, méridienne height 36 in., width 56 in., depth 21 in. $1500/2500 Provenance: Descended in the family of Mme. Marie Emeranthe Becnel Brou Hermann (1776-1851), New Orleans, LA.
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912. A Monumental American Rococo Carved Mahogany Bedstead, mid-19th c., attributed to Prudent Mallard, New Orleans, headboard with C and S scroll crest surmounted by a fruit and foliate cabochon cartouche, paneled headboard, beaded posts, conforming foot board with paneled, beaded posts, bracketed paneled rails, old painted number “68” on all posts, height 88 1/2 in., length 79 in., width 63 in. $5000/7500 Provenance: Descended in the family of Mme. Marie Emeranthe Becnel Brou Hermann (1776-1851), New Orleans, LA. 913. A Federal Painted Cypress Table, c. 1790, probably Edgefield District, South Carolina, the plank top above a deep apron, on square tapering legs, height 28 1/4 in., width 52 1/2 in., depth 29 1/2 in. $1000/1500
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914. An American Red Stained Poplar Cupboard, 19th c., probably Tennessee, flared cornice above a pair of paneled doors, chamfered corners, arched niche, base with two drawers and paneled doors, now on casters, height 84 in., width 47 1/2 in., depth 20 1/2 in. $800/1200 Provenance: A Jackson, MS, estate. 915. An American Gothic Carved Walnut Sideboard, 19th c., Philadelphia or New York, marble top with outset corners, conforming frieze with two drawers, two paneled doors, balusterturned colonnettes, conforming plinth base, disc feet, height 39 1/2 in., width 67 1/8 in., depth 26 in. $800/1200
916. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Pier Table, c. 1840, rectangular marble top, molded frieze, “S” supports, mirrored back, shaped stretcher shelf, scroll feet, height 35 3/8 in., width 37 7/8 in., depth 19 5/8 in. $800/1200 917. American School, early 20th c., “McIntyre & Heath, Billy Cumsand’s Georgia Minstrels”, signed “Dryden” lower left, 68 in. x 37 1/4 in., framed. $5000/10000 Note: Recent scholarship on blackface minstrelsy by authors such as Mel Watkins and Robert Toll has shown that, although appropriately condemned for its racial stereotyping, minstrel shows nonetheless played an important role in the development of American comedic theatre. The existence of a joint seminar in American minstrelsy at the Graduate Center at the City University of New York and the book that accompanied it, Inside the Minstrel Mask: Readings in Nineteenth-Century Blackface Minstrelsy show that research in this subject is still developing. The editors of Inside the Minstrel Mask write, “Scholarship has been slow to examine minstrelsy because of its racist character. In the last twenty years, however, scholars have discovered that minstrelsy is a gigantic mirror, reflecting America’s struggle and policies on issues of race, class, and gender. By studying minstrelsy, we discover who we were and how we got to be who we are.” This painting of the well-known minstrel duo of James McIntyre (1857-1937) and Thomas Kurton Heath (1853-1938) is based on the 1916 photo by Apeda Studios (now in the New York World-Telegram and Sun Newspaper Photograph Collection, Library of Congress). The two Vaudeville performers joined forces in 1874 and soon became famous for their blackface characters of “Alexander Hambletonian” (played by McIntyre), a slow-witted stable boy, and “Henry Jones” (played by Heath), a clever entertainer who continually outwits his companion. The duo performed for more than fifty years and their most popular sketch, The Ham Tree, was used throughout their long career. Reference: Leonard, William Torbert. Masquerade in Black. Metuchen, NJ: The Scarecrow Press, Inc., 1986. Bean et. al. Inside the Minstrel Mask: Readings in Nineteenth Century Blackface Minstrelsy. Hanover, NH: Wesleyan University Press, 1996.
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918. American School, early 20th c., “American Minstrel Performers: The Funny Old Gal”, oil on canvas, signed “Dryden” lower left, 68 in. x 37 1/4 in., framed. $5000/10000 Note: A popular slapstick routine was for a large man, dressed in outrageous drag, to be pursued by an ardent admirer. W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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921. An American Classical Carved and Gilded Overmantel Mirror, c. 1820, bolection-molded frame with rosette corner blocks, tripartite mirror plate with ebonized reeded liners, height 23 in., width 56 1/2 in. $400/600 922. An American Carved Walnut Chest-onStand, late 18th c., probably Chester, PA, a dentillated cornice above five small drawers; four graduated drawers, the later stand with scrolled apron, cabriole legs ending in drake feet, height 70 1/2 in., width 44 in., depth 22 1/2 in. $5000/7000
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19th c., of architectonic form, pedimented top centered by three Greek masques, stepped frieze above rectangular mirror plate with molded surround flanked by engaged Corinthian columns, height 66 in., width 78 1/2 in. $1000/1500 924
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mid-19th c., burnished and matte original gilt, cove molded frame, original mirror plate, height 37 1/2 in., width 25 1/4 in. $400/600
924. A Good Chippendale-Style Mahogany Dining Table, mid-19th c., gadrooned oval top, two original leaves; the four cabriole legs attractively carved with shells and scrolls, continuing to ball and claw feet, height 29 in., closed length 57 in., depth 41 1/2 in. $1200/2000
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925. A Set of Ten Antique Chippendale Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, intricately interlaced splat, needlepoint slip seat, cabriole legs ending in claw and ball feet. $4000/6000 926. A George III Carved Mahogany Chest of Drawers, c. 1780, molded serpentine top above conforming case, four graduated drawers flanked by fluted canted corners, stepped molded plinth on later bracket feet, height 35 1/4 in., width 42 in., depth 21 1/2 in.
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$1000/1500 927. A Regency Carved Mahogany Bookcase and Cabinet, 19th c., cove molded cornice, plain frieze, astragal glazed doors, adjustable shelf interior, the base with two drawers, over paneled doors, shaped bracket feet, height 85 1/8 in., width 46 1/2 in., depth 19 3/8 in. $2000/3000
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928. A Renaissance-Style Carved Oak Table, partially 18th c., plank top on trestle supports joined by stretcher, height 29 in., width 82 in., depth 30 1/2 in. $1200/1800 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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931. An Italian Olive Wood Bombé Commode, 19th c., molded top, two drawers, shaped apron centered by a shell, cabriole legs, height 26 1/4 in., width 22 1/4 in., depth 12 7/8 in.
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929. A French Provincial Highly Carved Oak Armoire de Mariage, stepped cornice, pair of paneled doors flanked by columns, shaped apron, height 90 1/2 in., width 69 in., depth 24 in. $1500/2500
$500/750 930. An Italian Painted Escritoire, early 19th c., a superstructure of small drawers, frieze fitted with writing slide, on restrained cabriole legs; found in original state, attractive fanciful painted scene against yellow ground, height 39 in., width 49 in., depth 19 1/2 in. $2000/3000
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932. A French Provincial Crème Peinte Oak Buffet, 19th c., rectangular top, carved frieze, paired doors centering three small drawers, scalloped apron, block feet, height 39 in., width 101 in., depth 18 in. $2000/3000
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Carved Ash Berceau, 19th c., pegged construction, trestle base with arched legs and upturned feet, height 39 in., width 41 3/4 in., depth 28 3/8 in. $300/500 934. An Antique Louis XVI-Style Carved and Gilt Bench, upholstered seat, diapered rail, rosette blocked and fluted tapered legs, incurvate medial stretcher, turned feet, height 18 1/2 in., width 30 1/2 in., depth 16 3/4 in.
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$400/600 935. An Antique Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Console and Mirror, 19th c., arched beaded mirror surmounted by a cartouche with floral swags, molded frame and conforming base, console with inset shaped marble top, beaded skirt, tapered fluted legs ending in rosette blocks, toupie feet, medial stretchers with urn finial and garlands, later mirrored back, height 105 in., width 43 in., depth 19 in.
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936. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style Ebonized and Gilt Bronze Consoles, late 19th/early 20th c., faux porphyry pine top above a frieze outlined with gilt bronze, mythological bronze term supports, blocks fronted by mounts and joined by stretchers, on shaped feet, height 36 1/2 in., width 44 in., depth 12 1/2 in.
937. A Directoire-Style Mahogany and Burlwood Demilune Games Table, foldover top opening to inset tooled leather gaming surface, square tapered legs ending in spade feet, height 29 in., width 34 in., depth 17 in. $800/1200
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939. A Charles X-Style Bronze-Mounted Cut Crystal Vase, with flared rim above a faceted body, on molded stepped plinth above scrolled bracket feet, height 15 3/8 in., base 6 in. square. $1500/2500 940. A Louis Philippe Pine Bibliothèque, 19th c., molded cornice over two glazed doors with panels below, opening to shelves, plinth base on molded feet, height 85 in., width 50 1/2 in., depth 16 1/2 in. $700/900
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941. A George III Rosewood and Satinwood Inlaid Games Table, early 19th c., foldover top with canted corners, conforming skirt, square tapering legs, height 28 in., width 36 in., depth 17 in.
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$1200/1800 942. Corneille van Leemputten (Belgian, 1841-1902), “Rooster and Chickens”, 1867, oil on wood panel, signed and dated lower right, 9 1/4 in. x 14 1/4 in., in a later frame. $1500/2500 941
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938. A Louis XVI-Style Doré Bronze Six-Light Chandelier, the standard modeled as a cherub astride a tassel, candle arms hung with rock crystal pendants, height 38 in., diameter 20 in. $1200/1800
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943. Henry Schouten (Dutch, 1864-1927), “Bird Dogs”, oil on canvas board, signed lower right, 18 in. x 21 3/4 in., in an antique carved, gessoed and giltwood frame. $2000/3000 944. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style Patinated Bronze Jardinières, acanthus molded rim, the body atop wheat sheaf base on shaped plinth with inset paw feet, height 29 1/2 in., diameter 24 in. $3000/5000 945. A Pair of Beaux Arts-Style Faux Tortoiseshell, Ebonized and Gilded Urns, baluster form with spiral fluting and gilt floral molding, scrolled gilt handles with female bust mounts, on incurvate black marble plinth base raised on acanthine scroll feet, height 56 in., width 27 1/2 in. $5000/7500
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946. A Pair of Louis XVI-Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze and Rouge Marble Figural Candelabra, each cherub standard holding a trumpet vase issuing floral candlearms, height 48 1/2 in., width 17 in., depth 17 in. $5000/7000
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950. A Louis XVI-Style Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, central pedestal with urn and floral bouquet, flanked by putti holding garlands, porcelain dial with visible escapement, molded and shaped plinth with scrolled acanthus feet, height 24 1/2 in., width 30 in., depth 8 in. $1500/2500 947
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947. A Pair of Italian Crème Peinte and Gilt Brackets, serpentine tops above carved and reticulated bases each centering opposed Chinoiserie vignettes, height 17 in., width 35 1/2 in., depth 15 in. $1200/1800 W 948. A Venetian Cut Glass Mirror, early 20th c.,
pierced crest, scalloped cartouche appliqués, oval beveled mirror plate, height 33 3/8 in., width 21 1/2 in.
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$300/500 949. A Baroque-Style Highly Carved and Gilded Figural Mirror, elaborately carved floral surround surmounted by three cherubs, beveled mirror plate with anthemion molded frame, height 63 in., width 41 in. $3000/5000
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951. A Pair of Antique Louis XIV-Style Carved Mahogany Armchairs, tall rectangular padded back, trapezoidal seat, reeded, acanthus carved arms, scrolled terminals, turned stretchers, blocked and turned legs, bun feet. $1000/1500
952. An Antique Empire-Style BronzeMounted Mahogany Sécrétaire à Abattant, 19th c., fall front opening to a fitted interior over three drawers flanked by columns, bun feet, height 59 in., width 37 1/2 in., depth 16 1/2 in. $1000/2000 953. An Italian Neoclassical Walnut Work Table, early 19th c., tray top, frieze drawer, lyre support, medial shelf, arched trestle base with stretcher, height 27 1/2 in., width 24 5/8 in., depth 16 1/4 in.
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$500/700 954. An Antique French Belle Époque Vitrine Cabinet, late 19th c., shaped marble top with incurvate sides, guilloche molded frieze with rosettes, beaded and glazed doors, glass shelves, blocked molded base, disc feet, height 43 in., width 49 in., depth 18 in. $800/1200 953 955. A Good Antique French Provincial Painted Pine Armoire, 19th c., arched molded cornice, raised panel doors, interior with shelf, molded base on ball feet, painted in cream and turquoise, height 86 5/8 in., width 24 3/4 in., depth 68 in.
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956. A Louis XV-Style Bronze-Mounted Mahogany and Parquetry Bureau Plat, inset leather and bronze molded shaped top, shaped skirt fitted with one drawer, cabriole legs, height 30 in., width 49 1/4 in., depth 27 1/4 in. $800/1200
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958. A Pair of Empire-Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted Black Lacquer Fauteuils, bowed crest with urn mount flanked by swans, anthropomorphic lyre splat, conforming seat rail, tapered legs, upholstered seat. $3000/5000 959. An Italian Carved Jardinière, central urn on baluster pedestal and three scrolled fantastical zoomorphic supports with bird’s heads and paw feet, incurvate triangular plinth, scrolled terms, ball feet, height 35 in., width 18 5/8 in.
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$800/1200 960. A Continental Rosewood and Mahogany Inlaid Table à Ouvrage, mid-19th c., hinged top opening to original fitted interior, pleated work basket, scroll supports on carved acanthus pedestal, tripartite scroll base, height 29 in., width 19 1/2 in., depth 16 1/2 in.
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$1000/1500 961. An English Burled Elm and Inlaid Loo Table, 19th c., oval tilt top with scrolling vine inlay, lobed baluster stem, scrolled legs ending in casters, height 29 7/8 in., length 54 in., width 41 1/2 in.
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957. A Louis XVI-Style Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Center Table, circular porcelain top with floral panel and alternating radial “Pompadour” rose and gilt segments; floral swags, tapering legs joined by stretchers centering a porcelain roundel, hoof feet, height 30 1/2 in., diameter 36 1/2 in. $4000/6000
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962. An American Classical Revival Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Bedstead, late 19th c., New York or Pennsylvania, tubular head and foot crest with acorn terminals, robust blocked posts with urn finials, two panels, plain rails, turned legs, height 48 1/2 in., length 84 in., width 51 in. $700/1000 W 963. A George III Mahogany Bachelor’s
Chest, foldover top inset with baize, two drawers over three graduated drawers, molded plinth base, height 30 in., width 36 3/4 in., depth 14 1/4 in. $400/600 964. An Antique English Mahogany “Campaign” Desk, stamped “Arthur Foley and Son, Salisbury, 1891”, inset leather writing surface, center drawer, pedestals of three drawers, bracket feet, inset brass handles, height 29 1/4 in., width 48 3/8 in., depth 22 3/8 in.
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Antique William and Mary-Style Mahogany Low Table, 19th c., molded top, baluster turned supports, trestle base, bun feet, height 16 in., length 65 7/8 in., depth 20 in. $800/1200 Provenance: Henry Stern, New Orleans, LA.
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966. JeanCharles Meissonier (French, 18481917) “The Artist”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, label en verso of stretcher “1062”, “Florent. Art...” stamp en verso, remnants of old labels and stamps en verso, 18 in. x 13 1/4 in., in a carved and gilt frame.
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967. French School, early 20th c., “Seascape”, 1916, oil on beveled wood panel, initialed “HK” and dated lower right, illegibly inscribed en verso, 10 1/2 in. x 14 3/4 in., in a later carved giltwood frame. $1000/1500
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968. L. Erich (German, 19th c.), pair of oils on canvas, “Fishing the Shallows” and “Inspecting the Catch”, each signed lower right, each 6 3/8 in. x 12 1/2 in., attractively framed alike.
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$1200/1800 969. Gustave Madelain (French, 18671944), “Bell Tower”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 18 in. x 13 in., in an attractive giltwood frame. $800/1200 970. An American Renaissance Carved Oak Sideboard, late 19th c., attributed to Herter Bros., 970 New York, mirror back, arched hunt scene panels, spindled medial shelves on baluster supports; base with three frieze drawers, two drawers above a niche flanked by foliate-carved doors mounted with distinctive chromeplated original hardware, G. Bayer, Philadelphia locks, height 107 1/2 in., width 70 1/8 in., depth 23 3/8 in. $2500/3500
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971. An American Faux Bamboo Dressing Chest, c. 1870, labeled “R.J. Horner, New York”, spindled crest surmounted by spherule finials, turned uprights, rectangular mirror, case with three graduated drawers, casters, height 84 in., width 49 in., depth 21 1/2 in. $1000/1500
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972. A Fine Empire-Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Dining Suite, late 19th c., comprising a demilune sideboard with shaped backsplash above a verde antico marble top, two frieze drawers, four doors interspersed by pilasters, molded base, paw feet, classical mounts overall, height 58 in., width 97 1/2 in., depth 24 in.; a conforming server with marble top, height 51 3/4 in., width 51 in., depth 20 in.; a dining table with bronze-mounted skirt, two leaves, pedestal base and cabriole legs joined by incurvate stretcher, height 29 1/8 in.; twelve side chairs, lyre-mounted crest rail, padded backs; together with a color engraving after Laslett John Pott (English, 1837-1898), “Napoleon’s Farewell to Josephine”, signed in plate, published by B. Brooks & Sons, 1891, London, sight 23 3/4 in. x 16 3/8 in., framed. $7000/10000
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973. An American Eastlake Carved and Burl Walnut Three Piece Bedroom Suite, c. 1870, comprising a half tester bed with elaborately carved tester, bracket supports, conforming head and footboard, bracketed rails; a mirror-backed marble top dressing chest and conforming washstand; bed height 132 in., length 79 1/2 in., width 59 5/8 in.; washstand height 85 1/2 in., width 40 3/8 in., depth 21 in.; dresser height 92 in., width 54 1/4 in. $7000/10000
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974. An American Renaissance Inlaid Rosewood Center Table, mid-19th c., inset marble top, narrow skirt with stylized inlaid foliate panels, vasiform flared stem ornamented with lotus leaves, complex architectonic supports, C scroll arched legs inlaid with leaf-and-berry fronds, disc feet, casters, height 29 1/4 in., width 41 1/4 in., depth 31 5/8 in. $1000/1500 975. An American Renaissance Carved Oak Sideboard, mid-19th c., attributed to Gustave Herter, New York, breakfront top, dentilated frieze, two paneled doors flanked by drawers over cupboard doors and open shelves, conforming molded plinth, bun feet, G. Bayer, Philadelphia locks, height 35 1/2 in., width 66 in., depth 26 in. $1500/2500 976. An American Renaissance Inlaid and Burled Walnut Parlor Suite, mid-19th c., attributed to John Jelliff, Newark, comprising a sofa, two armchairs and four side chairs; serpentine sofa with flared padded back cresting in an urn inlaid cartouche, pendant ears, shaped seat rail, trumpet shaped legs, casters; conforming chairs, upholstered in indigo silk damask, sofa height 43 1/2 in., width 78 in., depth 29 in. $3000/5000 Note: The crest rail, stile terminals, and arm supports in this suite are closely related to those on a rosewood sofa, side chair, and armchair conserved by the Metropolitan Museum of Art (acc. 68.133.1-4). The distinctive seat shape of this sofa, with ends canted toward each other to accommodate a conversational group, relates to other sofas attributed to Jelliff that were sold by Neal Auction Company as lot 141, May 3, 2008; and lot 529, February 6, 1999. Parlor furniture attributed to Jelliff with crests identical to those in this lot and offered in these rooms include lot 894, April 4, 1999; lot 654, February 11, 1993; and lot 436, October 31, 1987.
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Reference: Tracy. 19th c. America, Furniture and Other Decorative Arts, fig. 176, 179.
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W 978. An Antique American Cast Iron and Oak Dictionary Stand,
patent stamp “Lamble, New York, Aug. 21, 1888”, adjustable book rest and stem, shelf with iron brackets, outswept legs, casters, height 44 in., width 16 in., depth 16 in.
977
$200/400 979. An American Renaissance Carved Oak Pedestal Dining Table, 19th c., in the manner of R.J. Horner, New York, molded top opening to receive two leaves, split pedestal base with scrolled acanthus legs, casters, height 29 1/2 in., closed length 51 in., width 59 1/2 in. $1500/2500 980. A Suite of Three Ebonized Modern Gothic Chairs, late 19th c., after a design by E.W. Godwin (18331886), comprised of one armchair and two side chairs, tufted backs with pierced low splat, bracketed stiles, lion’s mask arm terminals, shaped seat rail, paw feet.
980
977. An American Renaissance Carved Walnut “Reading Machine” Armchair of Innovative Design, mid-19th c., hinged rectangular back, padded arms with acanthine terminals, uprights in the form of bearded scholar busts, mechanical footrest, paneled sides carved with “Peaceable Kingdom” vignettes, arched paw feet, casters.
$1000/2000 981. A Decorative Chinoiserie Four-Panel Folding Screen, c. 1920, probably English or French, each oil on canvas panel boldly painted with flowers, pagoda with figures, and meandering lotus blossom border, height 78 1/4 in., width 84 in.
$1000/1500
$700/1000
981
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983
982. An Interesting Walnut, Caned and Wrought Iron Fauteuil à Oreilles, late 19th/ early 20th c., probably Austrian, overall scrolled design. $1000/1500 983. A Pair of Large Continental Polychrome and Gilt Porcelain Portrait Urns, bleu céleste ground, fluted lid with pineapple finial, the body with fluted neck and socle, applied gilt strapwork, each reserved with 4 portraits of beauties, height 31 1/2 in., diameter 12 in. $2000/3000
984
984. A Beaux Arts Mahogany, Parquetry and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Dining Suite in the Louis XVI Taste, early 20th c., comprising a buffet, dining table, eight chairs (six with caned backs); the buffet of breakfront form with a shaped and divided mirror flanked by tall glazed vitrines; the table top with rounded corners, two leaves, buffet height 91 in., width 93 in., depth 24 in.; table height 29 in., extended length 98 in., width 46 in. $3000/5000 Provenance: A New Orleans Estate, acquired Royal Street. W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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986. A Good Pair of Louis XVI-Style Parquetry and BronzeMounted Commodes, each with colorful marble top over three drawers, height 31 in., width 29 in., depth 17 1/2 in.
985
$1200/1800
986
987. A Pair of Large Marble Urns in the Neoclassical Style, with covers, scrolled handles, on square gray-veined white marble bases, height 36 in., diameter 17 in.
989
$1500/2500 988. A Large Continental Tin Glazed Earthenware Figural Urn, in the Renaissance style, raised on an incurvate base, height 61 in., width 25 in., depth 21 in. $2000/3000 989. A Venetian Carved, Polychromed and Gilt Blackamoor, 19th c., original surface, elaborate costume, on hexagonal gilt, ebonized, faux porphyry and painted base, height 79 1/2 in., width 16 1/2 in., depth 25 in. Note: Minor restorations. $2000/3000
987
985. A Louis XVI-Style Bronze-Mounted Bureau Plat, inset leather top, frieze drawers, rosette blocked corners on fluted and tapered legs, height 30 1/2 in., width 59 in., depth 30 in. $1500/2500 988
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990. A Pair of Antique Spanish Colonial Carved and Polychrome Wood Figures of Joseph and Mary, kneeling in adoration of the birth of Christ, now mounted as lamps; papier peinte shades, carved wood bases, height 26 in., width 10 in., depth 8 in. $1000/1500
990
991. An Aubusson Carpet, cream ground, central stylized floral medallion, foliate écoinçons, floral border on pale blue ground, 8 ft. 8 in. x 12 ft.
991
$2500/3500 992. A Verdure Tapestry, cream ground, central landscape motif with bird, foliage, and a chateau in the distance, medallion écoinçons, floral border, 6 ft. 3 in. x 5 ft. 3 in.
993 (1 of a pair)
$2000/3000 993. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style Gilt Bronze and Carved Walnut Two-Light Sconces, 19th c., the shellform mount with bronze wheat sheaf roundel issuing scrolled acanthus arms, period wheel cut shades with star motif, height 17 in., width 21 in., depth 13 in.
992
$800/1200 994. A Monumental Napoleon III Cobalt Porcelain and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Table Lamp, late 19th c., in the Louis XVI taste, scrolled handles raised on Bacchic masks, tapering body set on an ornate round base and overlaid with elaborate scroll and foliate mounts, three lights, urn height to top of finial 26 3/4 in., width 11 1/2 in., diameter 9 1/2 in. 994
$1000/1500
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995. A Pair of Louis XVI-Style Rock Crystal Sconces, in the style of Maison Bagues, Paris, each vasiform backplate surmounted by a floral spray issuing two scrolling candlearms, hung with pendants, height 31 in., width 16 in., depth 8 in.
997. An Antique Louis XVIStyle Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, 19th c., blocked crest surmounted by a cartouche and leaf sprays, beaded and molded frame, original gilt surface, height 66 in., width 45 1/2 in.
$3000/5000
$1800/2500
996. A Ghandara-Style Carved Stone Altar Table, probably 18th c. or earlier, the scrolled top over a paneled front with floral reliefs and foliate corner brackets, on stylized feet, height 35 in., width 60 in., depth 21 in.
998. A Baroque-Style Carved Giltwood Mirror, elaborately scrolled acanthus surround, rectangular beveled mirror plate with molded frame, height 70 in., width 43 1/2 in.
$5000/7000
$4000/6000
996
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998
997
999. A Pair of Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestals, c. 1900, square plinths, swagged molding, tulip inlaid door opening to shelves, blocked base, height 45 5/8 in., width 10 1/4 in., depth 10 1/4 in. $500/750 1000. An Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Desk, late 19th/early 20th c., galleried superstructure with letter compartment above small drawer, inset leather top, long drawer and a bank of three drawers on each side, on square tapered legs, casters, height 36 1/2 in., width 48 in., depth 23 1/2 in.
999
1000
$800/1200 1001. An Antique George III-Style Carved Birch Sofa, dentil molded crest rail, acanthine tapered low arms, serpentine seat rail, fluted legs topped by rosette blocks, height 35 in., width 67 in., depth 26 1/2 in. $1000/1500 1002. An Empire-Style Fruitwood and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Center Table, early 20th c., circular marble top, plain frieze, tapered supports, incurvate plinth, bun feet, height 28 in., diameter 27 in. 1001
$500/750
1003
1002
1003. An Antique Italian Carved Walnut Cassone, molded lift top, open interior, raised panel frieze, long drawer above a molded base, height 23 in., width 58 5/8 in., depth 20 1/2 in. $800/1200 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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1006
W 1004. An
1007
Antique Continental Rosewood and Satinwood Parquetry Writing Table, incurvate molded gallery shelf, rectangular top, arched skirt, tapered fluted legs ending in brass cuffs, height 34 in., width 33 in., depth 17 1/2 in.
W 1005. A Pair of Louis XVI-Style Carved Walnut
Fauteuils, each with shield-shaped back, padded scrolled arms, acanthus-carved arm supports, stop-fluted tapered legs. $500/750 1006. A Pair of Continental Carved Walnut Throne Chairs in the Renaissance Taste, acanthus crest centered by griffon coat-of-arms with crown and lyre finial, reticulated sides flanked by turned uprights, molded arms ending in lion head terms, padded back and seats, carved paw feet joined by scrolled pierced stretcher, height 69 1/2 in. $2000/4000
$400/600 1008
1007. A Louis XVI-Style Bronze-Mounted Bonheur du Jour, late 20th c., superstructure centering a painted door, flanked by two mirrored doors over three drawers; the whole on Corinthian columns joined by painted frieze, stretcher shelf, toupie feet, height 68 in., width 51 in., depth 21 in. $2500/3500 1008. A Classical-Style Carved, Ebonized and Gilded Center Table, molded top, tripartite dolphin supports, conforming plinth, acanthus scrolled feet. $1000/2000 1009. A Pair of Directoire-Style Carved Mahogany Fauteuils, scrolled crest, pierced splat, trapezoidal seat with cushion, turned tapered legs. $1200/1800
1009
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1010. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style Bronze and Marble Pedestal Urns, each of baluster form, scrolling handles, each presented on tapered pedestal, height 70 in., width 14 in., depth 13 1/2 in. $2000/3000 1011. A Louis XVI-Style Parquetry Jardinière, 19th c., brass reticulated gallery above a deep well, molded frieze fitted with end drawers, square tapered legs, height 29 in., width 16 in., depth 23 1/2 in.
1013
$700/900 W 1012. French School,
late 19th c., “Tryst”, 1877, oil on canvas, illegibly signed “Henriette W...” and dated lower right, 20 1/2 in. x 13 in., in a fine period cove molded carved, gessoed and giltwood frame.
1010
$500/700 1013. Niek van der Plas (Belgian, b. 1954), “Grand Canal, Venice”, oil on wood panel, signed lower right, signed and inscribed “Venetië” en verso, 19 1/4 in. x 23 3/4 in., framed.
1014 (1 of 2)
$2000/3000 1014. Henry Schouten (Dutch, 1864-1927), two oils on canvas, “Sheep”, signed lower left, and “Chicken and Roosters”, signed lower right, each 18 in. x 23 3/4 in., in later frames.
1011
1015
$1800/2500 1015. François Gerome (French, b. 1895), “Place de l’Opera”, oil on board, signed and titled lower left, 24 in. x 30 in., framed. $800/1200
1016. English School, 19th c., “The Lake Cottages”, watercolor on paper, unsigned, sight 10 3/4 in. x 19 3/4 in., matted and framed. $800/1200 1016
W 1017. Stephen Reid (English, 1873-1948),
“Landscape with Windmill”, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, sight 10 in. x 14 in., matted and framed. $500/700 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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1023. A Pair of Antique English Silverplate FourLight Candelabra, 19th c. $1000/1500 Provenance: Acquired in London, early 1990s. 1024. A George III Sterling Silver Mug, Hester Bateman, London, 1782, mark entered 1761, baluster form, leaf capped scrolled handle, stepped circular foot, script monogram, height 4 7/8 in., weight 10.80 troy ozs. $700/1000 W 1025. An Antique
1018
1018. A. H. Fox (English, 19th c.), “Floral Still Life”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 20 1/4 in. x 16 in., in a carved and gilt wood frame.
1019
Sheffield Plate Meat Dome, marked William S. Burton, Sheffield & London, grape and grapevine handle, lobed body with inset silver shield, beaded border, height 9 1/2 in., length 14 in., width 10 1/2 in. $300/500
$1200/1800 W 1026. An English
Silverplate Salver, circular with shell and scroll border, armorial, shell and scroll feet, hallmarked, diameter 12 1/2 in.
1019. An Antique Meissen Porcelain Polychrome and Gilt Mantel Clock, the rocaille molded body with applied floral decoration and figures emblematic of the Four Seasons, raised on C scroll feet, base with underglaze blue crossed swords and painter’s numeral “25”; Lenzkirch movement serial no. 892036, 1889, height 18 5/8 in., width 11 3/4 in., depth 6 in.
$200/300 W 1027. An Antique
$1000/1500
English Silverplate Biscuit Box, in the form of a drum, with drumstick and trumpet finial, height 7 1/2 in., diameter 6 in.
W 1020. A Brass Fender, early 19th c.,
pierced and molded frieze, height 5 3/4 in., width 54 in., depth 11 1/2 in.
1023
$300/500
$300/500
W 1021. A Louis Philippe Carved
W 1028. Two Antique English
Serpentine and Brass Figural Chamberstick, c. 1845, beaded standard and nozzle, boar’s head base, height 6 3/4 in.
Silverplate and Crystal Biscuit Barrels, heights 7 1/2 in. and 6 1/2 in.
$400/600
$250/350
W 1022. A Pair of Italian Rococo-Style
W 1029. A George V Sterling
Carved Giltwood Brackets, late 19th c., carved with flowers and scrolls; together with six carved and gilt oval tiebacks, bracket height 6 1/2 in., width 7 3/4 in., depth 4 3/4 in., tieback height 5 in., width 4 1/4 in.
Silver Sugar Castor, Birmingham, 1928; together with an American sterling silver sugar castor. $150/250
$400/600
1024
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W 1030. A
George V Sterling Silver Cigarette Case, John Millward Banks, Chester, 1914, mark reg. 1882; together with a Gorham sterling silver dresser box and a Fisher sterling silver lighter, 3 pcs.
1033
$150/250 W 1031. A
Group of Antique Sterling Silver and SilverMounted Dressing Table Articles, including a George V tray, Mappin & Webb, London, 1917, an American hand mirror and hairbrush engraved “Eulalie”, an Unger Art Nouveau clothes brush, 4 Gorham silver-mounted bottles and 2 powder jars.
1036
1037
1037. A Pair of Continental Giltwood Two-Light Sconces, each backplate with an urn surmounted by spread winged eagle and spears, the candlearms with tôle acanthus mounts, height 43 in., width 13 in., depth 5 1/4 in.
$400/600
$700/1000
W 1032. A Pair of
Antique English Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks, fluted shafts on stepped square bases, removable bobêches, beaded borders, height 6 1/4 in.
W 1038. A Pair of French Mold-Blown
Glass Oil Lamps, mid-19th c., probably Baccarat, having round bases, baluster-form shafts, and round fonts, each of swirl design, lacking burners, height 18 in., diameter 7 1/2 in.
1040
$500/750
$200/300 W 1035. A Group of Antique Mother-
1033. An Antique English Silverplate Salver, Elkington, Mason & Co., Birmingham, with English Registry mark for September 29, 1862, having lobed rim with graduated beading, strapwork chasing, unicorn crest, shell and scroll feet, diameter 16 1/4 in. $300/500 W 1034. A Vintage English Silverplate
Revolving Breakfast Dish, ovoid, foliate chased lid, reticulated liner, on fluted legs and paw feet, height 9 in., length 15 in.
of-Pearl, Bone and Celluloid Handled Flatware, including 4 mother-of-pearl dinner knives, 6 mother-of-pearl luncheon knives, 6 mother-of-pearl fruit knives, a mother-of-pearl bread knife, 3 mother-ofpearl nut picks, celluloid handled knife sharpener and 8 assorted pieces. (27 pcs.) $150/250 1036. A Gorham Silverplate Gallery Tray, oval reticulated beaded gallery, mahogany bottom, turned mahogany handles, ball feet, length 26 in.
W 1039. A Pair of American
Renaissance Slipper Chairs in the “Turkish” Taste, late 19th c., backs with tufted damask upholstery, fringed seat rails, ebonized turned legs, casters. $700/900 1040. An English Burled Walnut Canterbury, 19th c., divided spindled compartment, turned uprights, conforming base, turned legs, casters, height 21 1/2 in., width 31 1/2 in., depth 15 3/4 in. $400/600
$500/750
$100/200
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1044. A RegencyStyle Mahogany and Brass Galleried Desserte, early 20th c., scroll supports, ringturned and lobed column, incurvate plinth, paw feet, height 34 1/2 in., width 32 in., depth 23 1/2 in. $400/600
1041
1045. A Louis Philippe Mahogany Work Table, c. 1840, hinged top with inset dressing mirror, shaped apron, cabriole legs, height 27 in., width 22 in., depth 17 in.
1044
$500/750
1045 1043
1041. An Edwardian Mahogany and Paint-Decorated Writing Table in the Adam Style, c. 1910, inset leather top with swagged border, skirt with two drawers centered with patera, square tapered legs topped by urns and with pendant bellflowers, fitted with brass cuffs, casters, height 29 3/4 in., width 42 in., depth 25 3/4 in.
$300/500 Note: The sunflower brackets on the present lot are identical to those on a Mersereau music rest illustrated in D’Ambrosio, Anna Tobin. A Brass Menagerie, p. 18, fig. 12, and conserved in the Smithsonian (61.1078.)
$600/900 W 1042. A George III Inlaid Mahogany Dressing Mirror,
c.1780, serpentine mirror, incurvate supports, bowfront case fitted with two drawers, bracket feet, height 24 1/2 in., width 22 1/2 in., depth 8 1/2 in. $400/600 1043. A French Empire-Style Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Petite Canapé, fluted uprights, legs topped by Neoclassical female busts, paw feet, height 35 in., width 44 1/2 in., depth 21 1/2 in. $1000/1500
196
1046. An American Aesthetic Maple and Mixed Metals Umbrella Stand, early 20th c., attributed to W.T. Mersereau & Company, rectangular embossed metal inset top, hammered copper skirt with sunflower brackets, square legs, the base fitted for six umbrellas, height 27 1/4 in., width 15 in., depth 10 7/8 in.
1046
1047. A Pair of “Sevres” Style Bronze Mounted, Gilt and Polychrome Porcelain Vases, mid20th c., blue ground, reserve portraits of crowned princesses above oval landscapes, height 22 in., diameter 9 in. $800/1200 W 1048. A Gilt Metal
and Glass Five-Light Candelabrum, 20th c., central tapered prism, the base with relief of cavorting putti, scrolled supports hung with prisms, electrified, height 31 in., diameter 21 in.
1047
$300/500 1051 1049. A Pair of French Gilt Bronze Candlesticks, early 19th c., height 9 5/8 in.
W 1054. A Persian Carpet, red and cream ground, small central medallion, allover floral geometric design, vine border, 10 ft. 2 in. x 13 ft. 5 in.
$400/600
$1000/1500
1050. An Art Nouveau-Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted and Cobalt Glass Garniture Suite, the urn form body with cut to clear swags and fluting, stylized swan handles, sunburst molded spreading base on disc feet, height 33 in., width 16 in., depth 9 in.
1049
$2000/4000 1051. A Persian Serapi Carpet, cream and red ground, allover stylized floral motif, meandering floral vine border, 11 ft. 2 in. x 13 ft. 6 in.
1050
$5000/7000 1056 W 1052. A Semi-
Antique Persian Kurdish Bidjar Carpet, cream and black ground, allover bold geometric design, geometric border, 4 ft. 9 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. $1500/2000
W 1055. A Persian Serapi Carpet, red and navy ground, central
geometric medallion, floral geometric border, 5 ft. 9 in. x 8 ft. 3 in. $1000/1500
W 1053. A Semi-Antique
Chinese Carpet, dark blue ground, floral medallion in tan and peach, 10 ft. x 12 ft. 3 in. $800/1200
1056. A Pair of Louis XV-Style Doré Bronze Three-Light Sconces, cartouche backplate surmounted by a putto masque, scrolled acanthus centered by a griffin, the whole issuing candle arms with ribbons, height 33 1/2 in., width 15 1/2 in., depth 10 1/2 in. $2000/3000 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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1060. A Carved and Giltwood Mirror, rectangular beveled mirror plate with egg and dart molding, foliate surround, height 59 1/2 in., width 47 1/2 in. $1000/2000 1060
1059
W 1057. A Large
French Gilt Brass Eighteen-Light Gasolier, late 19th c., fitted with Longwy porcelain standard, issuing scrolled arms, hung with prisms, now electrified, height 43 in., diameter 45 in. Note: Restoration. $500/750 W 1058. A Pair of
Italian Bronze Busts of a Boy and Girl, 20th c., after Egiste Rossi (Italy, 20th c.), boy height 9 1/4 in., width 4 1/2 in., depth 3 1/2 in., on a black marble plinth, girl height 9 in., width 5 in., depth 3 1/4 in.
1061
1062
$300/500 1059. An Antique Louis XVI-Style Carved Giltwood Overmantel Mirror, 19th c., arched shell carved crest with diapered molding, C and S scrolls, beaded molding, height 66 in., width 46 in. $1500/2500
1061. A George III-Style Carved and Giltwood Mirror in the Chinese Chippendale Taste, the shaped mirror plate with branchwork frame surmounted by ho-ho birds and foliate sprays, centered by a pagoda with flowering urn finial and divided by floral festoons and rococo C scrolls; interspersed with eleven icicle-hung candle shelves, height 63 in., width 59 1/2 in. $6000/8000 1062. A Louis XVI-Style Brass and Champlevé Enamel Clock, domed top with sphinx finial, dial with inset porcelain numerals, striking gong movement with mercury pendulum, height 21 1/2 in., diameter 10 in. $1200/1800
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1063. An English or Irish Carved Mahogany Tilt-Top Tea Table, late 18th c., piecrust top with shells, columnar support, tripartite base, legs ending in elongated claw and ball feet, height 27 in., diameter 28 in. $1000/1500 1064. A Georgian Mahogany Bureau Bookcase, partially 18th c., molded cornice with applied fretwork, a single mirrored paneled door below, slant front opening to fitted interior and inset leather writing surface, all over three graduated drawers, bracket feet, height 71 3/4 in., width 31 1/2 in., depth 18 5/8 in. $800/1200
1063
W 1065. A George IV
Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., top above three bolection molded drawers, four paneled cupboard doors, reeded pilasters, blocked molded base, height 37 1/2 in., width 73 in., depth 21 5/8 in.
1064
$800/1200
1069. Chalood Nimsamer (Thai, b. 1929), pair of wood cuts on paper, “After the Bath”, 1963, numbered “1/10”, sight 28 in. x 21 1/2 in., and “Study of my Mother”, 1962, numbered “1/10”, sight 28 in. x 21 1/2 in., both signed and dated in pencil, both unframed.
W 1066. A Georgian
Mahogany Chest of Drawers, rectangular top, molded edge, four graduated drawers, bracket feet, height 39 in., width 34 1/2 in., depth 18 1/8 in.
$800/1200 1067
W 1070. An English Inlaid Mahogany
Sarcophagus-Form Tea Caddy, early 19th c., with pressed brass cornucopia basket ring handle, fitted with two lidded compartments, brass ball feet, height 6 1/8 in., width 7 3/4 in., depth 5 in.
$500/750 1067. A George III Mahogany Slant Front Desk, c. 1800, slant front opening to a fitted interior, three graduated drawers, shaped apron, “French” feet, height 42 in., width 36 1/2 in., depth 19 in.
$400/600 W 1071. A Chinese Export Canton Famille
Rose Platter, mid-19th c., the oval surface “tree and well” molded, painted with alternating figural bird-and-flower panel around a central medallion, height 2 in., width 15 3/8 in.
$700/1000 W 1068. A Group of Four Antique
$400/600
Monkey Prints, “Simia Mona Buff” and “Simia Diana”, French, hand-colored engravings, sight 9 3/4 in. x 8 in; together with two later reproductions after Wolf and Smit, sight 12 1/2 in. x 8 in., attractively matted and framed. $300/500
W 1072. A Continental Enameled Box, 19th
c., the top depicting minstrels, floral reserves, height 1 3/8 in., width 3 in., depth 2 3/8 in. 1069 (1 of 2)
$300/500
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W 1074. A Pair of English Brass Candlesticks, early 19th
c., with fixed square bobêches and ring-turned cup, above a tapered shaft set in a stepped square base with push up mechanism, height 9 5/8 in. $200/300 W 1075. A Regency Inlaid Mahogany Tea Caddy, c.
1800, geometric string inlay, ivory escutcheon, brass ball feet, height 5 5/8 in., width 8 3/8 in., depth 5 1/4 in. $250/350 1073
W 1076. A Good Papier-Mâché Snuff Box, late 18th/early
19th c., depicting a courtier, ebonized ground, diameter 3 5/8 in. $100/200 W 1077. An English Aesthetic Ebonized and Brass Hod Carrier,
late 19th c., reeded handle, incised hinges, the sloping door fitted with a copper relief plaque of a bird chasing a dragonfly; together with a pair of iron tongs, height 13 1/2 in., width 13 in., depth 17 1/2 in. $200/300 W 1078. An Antique Copeland Parian Bust of a Gentleman; to-
gether with two Parian figures, one depicting Ruth, the other The Muse of Music, height 12 1/2 in., 14 in., and 17 1/4 in., respectively. $400/600 W 1079. A Group of Seven Antique English Oak Barrel-Form
1082 (1 of 2)
Biscuit Boxes, late 19th/early 20th c., with silverplate mounts; together with a silverplate example, heights ranging from 6 in. to 9 1/2 in. $500/700 W 1080. An English Bronze Fire Fender, 19th c., height 3 1/4 in.,
width 48 1/2 in., depth 13 1/2 in. $200/300 W 1081. An English Rococo Revival Silverplate Jug, mid-19th c.,
pear shaped body on flared foot, covered spout, insulated handle, vacant “C” scroll cartouches and with unidentified manufacturer’s marks, height 10 1/2 in. $150/250
1083
1082. A Pair of Regency-Style Silverplate Meat Domes with Warming Stands, each dome with rampant lion finial, conforming warming stand with gadrooned border, turned handles and hot water compartment, on foliate feet, height 15 in., width 24 1/2 in. $1500/2500
1073. A Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain “American Market” Covered Bowls, U-form bodies on waisted splayed feet with pairs of entwined twig handles and domed covers, polychrome and gilt decorated with Eagle shields and floral sprays, height 5 in., width 7 in.
1083. Two Antique English Earthenware Spirits Casks, mid-19th c., now mounted as lamps, labeled “Port” and “Sherry” within gilt surrounds, cranberry and pink ground respectively, vessel 10 1/2 in., overall height 27 in.
$800/1200
$500/750 W 1084. Two Antique Silver Pocket Watches, one English sterling
silver key wind, c. 1875; the other American coin silver by Hampden, Canton, OH. $200/300
200
1085. An American Carved and Gilded Overmantel Mirror, mid-19th c., tripartite mirror plate, engaged columnar surround, height 26 in., width 65 3/8 in. $400/600 1086. An American Late Classical Carved Mahogany Sofa Table, c. 1830, New York, rectangular top with molded edge and drop leaves, apron fitted with two drawers, lyre form supports joined by a vasiform stretcher, blocked feet, casters, height 28 3/4 in., width 34 5/8 in., depth 24 1/4 in. 1085
$800/1200
1088
1086
W 1087. An English
Rosewood Pole Screen, mid-19th c., frame with pierced foliate carved crest, barley twist stiles, tapered spiral stem, arched legs, scroll toes, yellow leather upholstery, height 61 in. $300/500
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1088. Henry Martin Gasser (American, 1909-1981), “Winter in the City”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, still life with apples en verso, 25 in. x 30 in., framed.
1089. Gerald Cassidy (American, 1879-1934), “Western Rocks”, watercolor and graphite on paper, signed lower left, sight 6 3/8 in. x 9 3/8 in., matted and framed. $800/1200
$2000/3000
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1090. Nesbitte Benson (American/New York, 19th c.), “Nature Morte”, oil on canvas, signed and dated “1883” lower right, 34 in. x 26 7/8 in., in a giltwood frame. $800/1200 W denotes the lot is illustrated at www.nealauction.com
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W 1091. Mabel May
Woodward (American/Rhode Island, 1877-1945), “Benefit Street, Providence”, mixed media on paper, signed lower left, 9 7/8 in. x 4 1/2 in., matted and framed. $700/900 1092. A Large French Provincial Fruitwood Buffet, 19th c., shaped and molded top, the case of three drawers over three scrolled paneled doors, rounded corners, cabriole legs, height 43 3/8 in., width 73 in., depth 22 1/2 in.
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$2000/3000 1093. A Napoleon III Gilt BronzeMounted and Ebonized Parlor Cabinet, late 19th c., arched mirrored back with serpentine shelf, shaped top, beribboned frieze, door with bronzemounted oval, chamfered corners mounted with figural busts, conforming base, turned feet, height 64 in., width 32 in., depth 15 in. $1500/2500
1095. An Italian Carved Walnut and Caned Invalid’s Wheelchair, late 19th/early 20th c., arched back with interlaced circular design, sloped arms, detachable molded tray, iron bound wheels, slat foot rest, height 40 in., width 32 in., depth 48 in.
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$800/1200 W 1097. An Antique Louis XV-Style
1094. An Antique Carved and Tapestry Upholstered Armchair in the Seventeenth Century Style, rectangular back and seat, molded arms ending in ram’s head terminals, elaborately carved apron centered by a masque, turned and blocked legs joined by stretchers. $700/900
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W 1096. A Belle Époque Brass and
Onyx Stand, late 19th c., the onyx top with foliate surround, filigree skirt, stretcher shelf, square tubular legs, flared feet, height 30 5/8 in., width 17 in. $400/600
Carved and Painted Canapé, arched crest rail, shell cartouche, padded scroll arms, serpentine seat rail on cabriole legs, height 42 1/2 in., width 56 in., depth 21 3/8 in. $700/900
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1098. An Antique Continental Classical-Style Fruitwood Bibliothèque, upper case with molded cornice, two glazed doors enclosing shelves; lower case with two drawers over two paneled doors, plinth base, height 87 1/2 in., width 56 in., depth 21 in.
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$1500/2500 1101. A Louis Philippe Figured Mahogany Sécrétaire à Abattant, mid-19th c., shaped marble top over frieze drawer, fall front lid enclosing inset tooled leather writing surface and fitted birdseye interior, three drawers, molded plinth, bracket feet, height 59 7/8 in., width 38 in., depth 16 1/2 in.
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of Louis XVStyle BronzeMounted Inlaid Kingwood Console Tables, shaped marble top, frieze drawer, stretcher shelf, cabriole legs ending in sabots, height 31 1/2 in., width 22 3/4 in., depth 18 7/8 in. $700/1000
$700/1000 1101
1100. A Napoleon III Ebonized, Boullework and Gilt Bronze-Mounted Vitrine Cabinet, mid-19th c., breakfront form, upper case with gallery and three glazed doors, conforming lower case with turreted corners, toupie feet, height 70 in., width 68 in., depth 20 1/2 in.
1102. A Louis Philippe Figured Mahogany Center Table, c. 1840, original dished white marble top, faceted vasiform standard, scrolled feet, lacking casters, height 28 in., diameter 39 1/2 in. $1000/1500
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Italian Gilt and Verde Antico Bronze Low Table, having a verde antico marble top, swagged skirt with rosette corner blocks, trestle base with lyre mounts, shaped plinth on paw feet, medial stretcher with eagle mount, height 21 in., width 36 1/2 in., depth 18 in. $500/700
1106. French School, late 19th/early 20th c., “The Toilette of Venus”, oil on canvas, unsigned, 19 1/2 in. x 25 3/4 in., in a giltwood frame. $800/1200 1107. Jules Eugene Pages (American/Paris, 1867-1946), pair of oils on beveled wood panel, “Fishing”, signed lower right, and “A Resting Place”, signed lower left, each stamped “Florence Art Gallery/2 Via Tornabuoni/Florence” en verso, latter dated “1969”, each 4 in. x 6 in., in giltwood frames. $1500/2500
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1104. A Pair of Louis XV-Style Finely Carved Mahogany Bergères, carved and molded crest, padded arms, shaped seat rail, cabriole legs. $1000/1500 1105. English School, 19th c., “ C.H. Strata at Dock”, oil on canvas, signed “Webber” lower left, 22 in. x 37 7/8 in., framed. $1000/1500
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1108. Spanish Colonial School, 19th c., “The Pieta”, oil on canvas, unsigned, inscribed “Mira y a tiende si hai dolor semefante a mi dolor”, 42 1/8 in. x 34 1/2 in., in a giltwood frame. $600/900 W 1109. American School, late 19th/early 20th c., two pastels
on paper, “Marshes Near Bourne, Mass.”, unsigned, titled lower right, sight 8 1/4 in. x 18 in., in an unusual floral carved wood frame, and “Fog Scene, Study”, unsigned, titled lower right, sight 8 1/4 in. x 18 in., in a floral-design carved wood and bronze frame. $800/1200
1110. Dutch School, 19th c., “Portrait of a Laughing Man”, oil on wood panel, in the manner of Frans Hals (Dutch, 1580-1666), 11 1/4 in. x 9 in., in a carved and giltwood frame. $2000/4000 W 1111. Dutch
School, 20th c., “Bellenblazers (Bubble Blowers)”, signed “Mr. H. van Meegeren” lower left, 19 3/4 in. x 15 3/4 in., framed.
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$300/500 1112. Johann Christian Roedig (Dutch, 1751-1802), “Still Life with Grapes, Currants, Cherries and Raspberries”, oil on thin support, affixed to oak board, signed lower right, 9 in. x 10 3/4 in., in a modern giltwood frame.
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$500/700 W 1113. Vladimir Lazarev (Russian, b.
1904), “Montmartre”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 16 in. x 12 in., framed. $500/700 1115 1114. Jean-Pierre Serrier (French, 1934-1989), “Mother and Son”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 39 in. x 19 1/8 in., in a giltwood frame; accompanied by the original receipt from “The Collectors Gallery of New Orleans”, and the exhibition pamphlet Jean-Pierre Serrier, Kurt Schon Galleries, Junes & Fils, Paris. $600/900 1115. German School, 19th c., “Lady in a Red Dress and Shawl”, oil on wood panel, unsigned, 10 in. x 8 3/8 in., framed. $800/1200
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W 1116. French School, early 20th c.,
“Portrait of a Woman”, oil on canvas, monogrammed “J.B.B.” lower left, 18 in. x 14 in., in a period carved, gessoed and giltwood frame. $800/1200
1117. John Eaton Walker (English, c. 1820-1868), “Portrait of a Gypsy Girl”, oil on board, signed lower left, 15 in. x 12 3/4 in., in a period giltwood frame. $600/800
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1124. A Collection of Terrestrial and Celestial Art Glass Spheres, 20th c., all signed, four modeled after the Earth, and two Saturn-form pieces, the largest with 4 1/4 in. diameter, (6 pcs.) $300/500 W 1125. Two American Art
Moderne Glass Sculptures, 20th c., including a “Jellyfish” by Satara, height 9 in., presented on Plexiglas stand. Note: Chip on back; and another diamond-form glass piece, dated 1990, height 3 1/2 in., diameter 5 in.
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$200/300 1130 W 1126. An Art Moderne W 1119. A Monumental
Meissen-Style Cobalt Glazed Porcelain Vase, late 19th c., marked “MD”, with gilt decorated borders and goat head handles, height 30 in., diameter 20 1/2 in.
Glass Bowl, signed, numbered and dated “1992”, opalescent cased glass body, interior deep amethyst cut to frosted clear in a geometric design, height 8 5/8 in., diameter 13 5/8 in. $200/400
$600/800 W 1127. A Sasaki Art Glass
1120. A Pair of Louis XVStyle Gilt BronzeMounted Glass Urns, the fluted body with floral festoons, foliate handles surmounted by Tritons holding their tridents aloft, raised on rocaille and floral bases, height 33 1/2 in., width 16 5/8 in.
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$2000/4000
$1200/1800
Painted Plaster Sculpture of a Young Boy Tossing Pebbles, on a gilt base, height 25 in., width 11 in., depth 8 in. $400/600 W 1129. An Italian
Brass and Cut Glass Lanterns, 20th c., ball corona issuing scrolled supports, molded rim, floral etched shades, height 19 in., diameter 10 in. $400/600 W 1123. A Set of Ten Baccarat Crystal
Champagne Coupes, faceted stem, acidetched stamp, height 4 1/2 in. $300/500
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W 1128. An Antique French
Patinated Bronze Five-Light Sconces, 19th c., scalloped and pierced backplate centered with portrait mask, height 16 1/2 in., width 18 in., depth 10 in.
W 1122. A Pair of Regency-Style
1118. A Pair of Neoclassical-Style “Jaune Antique” Bronze-Mounted Urns, campagna form, flared rim, raised body, square plinth, extensively painted and “bejeweled”, height 20 in., diameter 16 1/2 in.
$75/125
W 1121. A Pair of Louis XIV-Style
$600/900
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Bowl, deep cobalt body with turquoise rim, base stamped, height 5 1/2 in., diameter 9 3/8 in.
Terracotta Bust of a Lady, c. 1900, the delicately modeled figure on a marble socle base, height 22 1/2 in., width 10 in., depth 6 1/4 in. $200/300 1130. A French Bronze of a Young Boy Returning from the Hunt, late 19th/ early 20th c., after Auguste Moreau (French, 1834-1917), cast signature, height 20 1/4 in., width 7 1/4 in., depth 5 1/2 in. $700/1000
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Bust of Charles Dickens, late 19th/early 20th c., titled and inscribed “J& TR 399” at back, height 12 3/4 in., width 10 in., depth 6 in. $200/300 1132. A Large Louis XV-Style Gris Peinte and Giltwood Trumeau, molded crest, painted scene of courtiers in a landscape, scroll surround with shell crest, the mirror plate with conforming surround, height 92 1/2 in., width 54 in.
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$1200/1800 1136. J.P. Valadier (French, b. 1926), “The Queen of Spades”, oil on canvas, signed and titled in French en verso, 18 1/8 in. x 21 3/4 in., in a giltwood frame.
1133. A BaroqueStyle Parcel Gilt and Carved Architectural Niche, serpentine rouge marble top above pierced scrolled acanthus and floral brackets, canted pendants and column frame, serpentine base, height 48 1/2 in., width 50 3/4 in., depth 20 in.
$800/1200 1132
$1000/2000 1134. A Pair of Highly Carved Gilt Throne Chairs in the Renaissance Taste, elaborately pierced back with strapwork and putto crest, coin molded uprights with acanthus finials, padded arms, with cherub arm supports, cabriole legs on paw feet, height 72 1/2 in. $4000/6000
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1135. Spanish School, early 20th c., group of five “Ex-Novos”: “Pleas for Mercy”, oil on tin, explanatory inscription at bottom, 5 3/4 in. x 4 1/4 in., in a carved wood frame; “Thanks for Intervention”, oil on tin, illegible inscription at bottom, sight 9 1/2 in. x 6 3/4 in., in a carved wood frame; “Figures Praying Before the Virgin of Guadalupe”, oil on tin, illegible inscription at bottom, sight 7 in. x 8 1/4 in., in a wood frame; “Plea to the Virgin on Behalf of Sra. Rosa Franco”, oil on tin, explanatory inscription and date, “1923” at bottom, in a wood frame; together with “Holy Family”, oil on tin, sight 6 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in., in a painted wood frame. $800/1200
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1137. Luigi Kasimir (Austrian/American, 18811962), and Tanna Kasimir-Hoernes (Austrian/ American, 1887-1972), two prints, “Brooklyn Bridge, New York”, soft-ground etching, pencil-signed by Kasimir; and “Montague Terrace, New York”, c. 1930, color etching and aquatint, pencil signed by Hoernes, sheet 13 3/8 in. x 18 3/8 in. and 13 3/8 in. x 17 in., respectively, matted and framed alike. (2 pcs.)
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$800/1200 W 1143. A Continental Plaster
W 1138. A Louis XVI-Style Cobalt Porcelain and
Column, early 20th c., encircled with frieze of Greek gods, molded foot, height 41 1/2 in., diameter 13 in.
Gilt Bronze Urn, late 19th c., the whole embellished with four large gilt bronze ram’s heads joined by chains, set on a bronze base with classical ornaments, height 12 1/2 in., depth 12 in. Note: Lacking lid, hairline crack.
$400/600
$400/600 1144. A Renaissance-Style Patinated Bronze Figural Urn, two maidens supporting the lobed amphora, beaded base, bracket feet, height 45 1/4 in., width 18 3/4 in., depth 14 in.
W 1139. A Large French Rococo Porcelain and
Gilt Bronze Vase, late 19th c., the body with an allover scene of women and putti in a romantic garden setting, the pink neck and foot encrusted with gold foliate designs, set on a bronze base and with large foliate handles and decorative mounts, height 26 in., width 14 in., depth 11 in. Note: Lid missing.
$1000/1500
$500/750
1145. A Monumental Silvered Metal-Mounted and Polychrome Earthenware Vase in the Moorish Taste, the floral and geometric decoration bordered with raised, intricate metalwork, reticulated handles, height 41 3/4 in., width 22 in., depth 15 in.
W 1140. A German Porcelain Polychrome and
Gilt Figural Group, depicting a Madonna with two putti and a lamb, applied floral and grapevine decoration, height 16 1/4 in., width 14 3/4 in., depth 8 1/2 in. $500/750 1146
$1000/1500
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Polychrome Porcelain Compotes, molded rim, lobed body with applied flowers, pedestal with three dolphins, tripartite base, scrolled feet, height 18 in., diameter 14 1/2 in. $800/1200
W 1142. A Continental Brass-
Mounted Cut and Etched Cased Glass Vase, c. 1890, possibly Moser, the tripartite body in amethyst, pink and olive sections decorated with avian and architectural landscapes, height 9 1/2 in., diameter 6 in. $200/400
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1146. A Monumental Carved and Ebonized Card Stand, 20th c., the realistically carved monkey in allegorical costume, holding a card tray, on rockwork base, height 69 in., width 17 in., depth 31 in. $1000/1500
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Continental Majolica Pedestal in the Moorish Taste, late 19th c., four columns on a quatrefoil base, elaborate cornice, height 43 1/2 in., diameter 18 in. $500/700 W 1148. A Pair
of German Porcelain Figures, probably early 20th c., bearing blue crossed swords mark, height 16 3/4 in. $800/1200 W 1149. A Pair
of Antique French Gilt Bronze TwoLight Candelabra, c. 1890, torch form standard, flanked by candlearms ending in hoof feet, on beaded oval base, height 8 1/2 in., width 7 in., depth 3 3/4 in.
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1152. A Large American Renaissance Carved and Burled Walnut Armoire, mid-19th c., crest with anthemion cartouche, side brackets and fan carving, arched frieze, mirrored door, rounded side panels and blocked base with long drawer, height 104 1/2 in., width 66 in., depth 24 in.
$300/500 W 1150. A Pair of Antique
Continental Faux Marbre Porcelain Urns, now mounted as lamps, the variegated green body with gilt ram’s head mounts, on stepped gilt metal plinth base, height to top of vase 16 in., diameter 6 in. Note: Restoration.
$1500/2500 1153. An American Carved and Burl Walnut Cylinder Desk and Bookcase, mid-19th c., flared cornice over a pair of glazed doors opening to shelves; the cylinder lid enclosing tooled leather writing surface and fitted interior; two drawers over doors; molded plinth, casters, height 90 in., width 43 in., depth 20 1/2 in.
$200/400 W 1151. An American
$1000/1500
Rococo Carved and Gilded Pier Mirror and Console, mid-19th c., arched floral crest, blocked corners, cluster column molded sides ending in acanthus, console with serpentine marble top, skirt with floral cartouche, cabriole legs, scrolled toes, height 94 1/2 in., width 43 1/4 in. $1000/1500
1154. An American Carved and Burled Walnut Bookcase, mid-19th c., stepped cornice, shaped frieze, two glazed doors flanked by engaged columns, shelf interior, plinth base fitted with two drawers, blocked feet, height 94 5/8 in., width 54 1/8 in., depth 17 3/4 in. $1000/1500 1154
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W 1155. An American Renaissance Carved Walnut Library Table, mid-
19th c., New York, rectangular top with D-ends, frieze drawer, turned pendants, baluster supports carved with anthemia, shaped panel, trestle base, stretcher with dome finial, scroll feet, casters, height 29 1/2 in., width 54 in., depth 30 in. $800/1200 1156. A William IV Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, mid-19th c., molded cornice, pair of arched, glazed doors enclosing shelves, fall-front escritoire drawer with satinwood interior, paneled doors below, conforming plinth base, height 91 7/8 in., width 48 1/4 in., depth 20 in. $1200/1800 1157. A Pair of Renaissance-Style Iron and Tôle Gates, Gate Posts and Lanterns, arched gates centering a crown cast with stars above armorial panels surrounded by scrolling leaves and stars, paneled base with rosettes; gate posts with similar leafage and armorials surmounted by a crown issuing a bracket suspending a lantern, approx. gate height 139 in., approx width 120 1/2 in.; gate posts width 24 in.; lantern height 47 in.; bracket height 41 in.
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$6000/8000 W 1158. A Pair of Decorative
Iron and Brass Eight Light Chandeliers, 20th c., vasiform standard with applied stars, electrified, height 30 in., diameter 31 in. $400/600 W 1159. A Marble Garden
Bench, late 19th/early 20th c., foliate-carved seat, floral-carved S scroll supports, plinth base. $400/600
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1160. A Pair of Antique American Wrought Iron Gates, mid-19th c., arched, scrolled upper sections, with “spiked” uprights, height 54 in., width 100 7/16 in. $500/750
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W 1161. An Antique
American Cast Iron Hitching Post, 19th c., fluted tapered post with hitching rings and horse’s head, height 48 in.
1165. A Monumental American Cast Iron Sugar Kettle, stamped “Savannah, Georgia Ironworks, 100”, diameter 58 3/8 in. $1000/2000
$300/500
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W 1162. An American Cast
Iron Garden Urn, 19th c., molded rim, scrolled acanthus handles, fluted pedestal, square plinth, height 26 1/2 in., diameter 21 1/2 in. $400/600 W 1163. An American
Terracotta Garden Urn, flared rim, applied masques, the base with well-modeled steers, height 20 1/4 in., diameter 16 1/2 in.
Iron Figure of Rebecca at the Well, height 58 1/2 in., width 145 in., depth 15 in., on a cast iron pedestal, pedestal height 32 in. $800/1200 W 1167. An American Late
Federal Walnut Blanket Chest, c. 1820, lift top with iron strap hinges, open interior, dovetailed case, molded base, turned legs, ball feet, height 27 in., width 49 3/4 in., depth 23 in. $500/750
W 1169. An American Late Federal Mahogany
Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers, early 19th c., New England, two drawer superstructure, bowfront top with turreted corners, ropetwist stiles flanking four drawers, turned legs, height 45 in., width 41 1/2 in., depth 20 in. $500/700 1170. Eliot Candee Clark (American/Virginia, 18831980), “At Sea”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, stamped “Eliot Clark (121) Estate” and with a Marbella Gallery, New York label en verso, 18 in. x 24 in., in a giltwood frame. $2000/3000
$250/350 Note: Specially commissioned for a well-known Iowa cattle enterprise. 1164. A Pair of Antique Continental Marble Urns, 19th c., flared rim, lobed body, stepped plinth base, height 23 1/2 in., width 24 1/2 in., depth 24 1/2 in.
W 1168. A Lower Mississippi
Valley Walnut Cupboard, 19th c., rectangular top over paneled doors and a single drawer, turned legs, height 28 1/2 in., width 28 in., depth 18 in.
1171. Emil Eugen Holzhauer (American/Georgia, 1887-1986), “Houses, Savannah, Georgia”, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower right, signed and dated “1943” en verso, 24 in. x 32 in. $2000/3000
$400/600
$300/500
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1173. Will Hinds (American/ Louisiana, b. 1936), “Shrimper’s Corner”, mixed media on paper affixed to board, signed lower right, titled and with the artist’s label en verso, 16 in. x 20 in., in a period frame. $2000/4000 1177 (detail) 1174. Will Hinds (American/ Louisiana, b. 1936), “Flower Gap”, 1972, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, titled en verso, 17 7/8 in. x 30 in., in a period frame. $2000/4000 W 1175. An Antique American Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid
Valuables Box, inlaid with diamonds and urns, the interior fitted with compartments, height 6 1/8 in., width 12 in., depth 8 1/2 in. $250/350 1176
1172. Ellsworth Woodward (American/New Orleans, 1861-1939), “Courtyard”, oil on board, signed lower right, titled en verso, 12 3/4 in. x 17 7/8 in., in a period giltwood frame.
1176. An American Classical Coin Silver Sugar and Creamer, c. 1810, Abraham G. Storm (1779-1836), New York, paneled vase form with die-rolled banding and avian handles, period script monogram, height 8 1/4 in., weight 27.65 troy ozs. $1000/1500 Provenance: Estate of Vice Admiral Rufus E. Rose, U.S.N.
$2500/3500 1177. A Carved Ivory Walking Stick, 19th c., portrait bust of a gentleman, silver engraved collar, length 36 in. $400/600
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W 1178. An Antique American Wool
Hooked Rug depicting a Chicken and a Rooster, early 20th c., figures set against a cream background, black border with red and yellow flowers, height 26 in., length 41 in. $200/400 W 1179. William Ludwig (American/
Louisiana, b. 1935), “Young Girl”, 1983, bronze, cast signature and dated “’83” at back, height 24 in., width 10 in., depth 7 3/4 in., on a square wood base. $500/700 W 1180. An American Classical Carved and
Giltwood Mirror, 19th c., split baluster frame with rosette-carved corner blocks, height 22 1/2 in., width 43 1/2. $400/600 W 1181. An American Restauration
Rosewood Piano Stool, early 19th c., needlepoint seat, octagonal skirt, spreading stem, incurvate plinth, scroll feet, height 21 in., diameter 17 in. $100/200 1182. An American Rococo Carved Mahogany Half-Tester Bed, mid-19th c., New Orleans, ogee molded tester, tapered turned posts, exuberant brackets, C and S carved headboard surmounted by a shell, conforming foot board and rails, highly figured veneers throughout, height 109 1/2 in., length 83 in., width 62 5/8 in. $4000/6000 Provenance: Deaccessioned from the George Peabody College (now part of Vanderbilt University). By family repute, descended in the Claiborne family of Louisiana.
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1183. Harrison C. Fisher (American/New York, 1875-1934), “Portrait of a Lady with a Yellow Ribbon”, watercolor on paper, signed and dated “1910” mid-right, sight 12 3/8 in. x 10 1/2 in. (oval), matted and framed. $1000/1500 1184. Harrison C. Fisher (American/New York, 1875-1934), “Instructions Before the Hunt”, watercolor and graphite on paper laid down on board, signed, dated “1909”, and monogrammed “IMD” mid-right, inscribed “Jessie Stouffer” on card en verso, 15 in. x 12 in., matted and framed. $1000/1500
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1186. Nomie Steele (American, late 19th c.), “A Bough of Oranges”, 1891, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, 30 in. x 20 in., in a period frame. $700/900 1187. William Alexander Gaw (American/ California, 18951973), “Still Life”, oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower right, pencil-titled en verso, 16 in. x 20 in., in a later giltwood frame. $1200/1800
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1188. F.P. Bennett, Jr. (American/Texas, 20th c.), “Crescent-Faced Antpitta (apocryptornis lineifrons), 2001, oil on gessoed masonite, signed and dated lower left, signed, titled and dated on the artist’s paper label en verso, 24 7/8 in. x 18 7/8 in., attractively framed.
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$1200/1800
1185. Margaret Zierer Smith (American/Florida, 1913-2004), “The Harbor”, oil on canvas, signed and dated “1970” lower right, 22 in. x 18 in., in a period frame.
1189. F.P. Bennett, Jr. (American/ Texas, 20th c.), “Thicket Tinamou (Crypturellus Cinnamomeus)”, 2002, oil on canvas affixed to masonite, signed and dated lower right, signed, titled and dated “2003” on the artist’s paper label en verso, sight 20 1/2 in. x 26 1/8 in., framed.
$800/1200
$1200/1800
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Note: Margaret Zierer Smith was a member of Fort Pierce’s Indian River School painters, who were students and associates of the Florida artist A.E. Bachus. Bachus also played an influential role in the development of The Highwaymen painters of South Florida.
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1190. Will Ousley (American/ Louisiana, 1866-1953), “West Fork of Calcasieu River, Louisiana, No. 419, Autumn”, 1930, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed, dated, titled, and inscribed en verso, 18 in. x 34 7/8 in., in a period frame.
W 1194. M. A. Lloyd (American/
$1000/1500
$500/700
W 1191. Brock A. Loper
1195. Emmitt Thames (American/Mississippi, b. 1933), “The Field”, 1971, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, 22 3/8 in. x 30 1/8 in., unframed 7.
(American/Mississippi, 19352009), “Autumn Still Life”, 1991, acrylic on illustration board, signed and dated lower right, 17 in. x 12 1/2 in., in a giltwood frame. $300/500
South Carolina, 20th c.), “Road through Cotton Fields”, 1943, oil on canvas board, signed and dated lower right, with Columbia, South Carolina framer’s label en verso of backing board, 16 in. x 20 in., framed.
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$1200/1800 1192. Colette Pope Heldner (American/New Orleans, 19021990), “Swamp Idyl (Louisiana Bayou Country)”, oil on canvas board, signed lower left, signed and titled en verso, 20 in. x 16 in., framed. $1000/1500 W 1193. Emilie Marie de Hoa
LeBlanc (American/New Orleans, 1870-1941, active Newcomb College 1897-1905), “Oak by the Water”, watercolor and graphite on paper, pencil-signed lower left, 7 1/2 in. x 5 5/8 in., attractively matted and framed; together with attributed to Emilie Marie de Hoa LeBlanc (American/New Orleans, 1870-1941), “Portrait of the Caretaker Green, Elysian Fields, Near Lake Ponchartrain, N.O.”, watercolor on paper, unsigned, pencil titled en verso, 14 in. x 9 7/8 in., matted and framed.
1196. Charles Reinike III (American/Georgia, b. 1947), “Man in a Pirogue in a Winter Landscape”, watercolor on paper, signed lower left, with a Reinike Gallery label en verso, sight 6 5/8 in. x 9 3/8 in., matted and framed.
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$500/700 W 1197. Cornelia
Cunningham Huffer (American/Georgia, b. 1903), “Courtyard Arts and Crafts Club, New Orleans, LA”, graphite on board, pencilsigned and dated “1932” lower right and titled lower left, with a “Binder / Peachtree St / Atlanta, Georgia” label en verso, 11 7/8 in. x 8 7/8 in., matted and framed. $200/300
$700/1000 Provenance: Descended in the family of the artist and gifted to the current owner.
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1202. George Shellbase (American/ Connecticut, 20th c.), two works on paper, “Musicians”, crayon and watercolor, signed and inscribed “Bimini” lower right, sight 12 1/4 in. x 15 in., matted and framed; and “Sailboat”, ink and wash, signed lower right, sight 4 3/4 in. x 7 in., matted and framed. $800/1200
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1203. George Shellbase (American/ Connecticut, 20th c.), two works on paper, “Still Life - Fish”, pastel, signed lower left, sight 10 in. x 12 in.; and “Hialeah, FL”, pencil and watercolor, signed and inscribed lower right, sight 8 3/4 in. x 11 1/2 in., both matted and framed. $800/1200 W 1204. Jay Hall
1199. Alice Hobbs Gray Bolton Coutts (American/California, 18801973), “The Papoose”, watercolor on paper laid down on board, signed and dated “1924” lower right, 9 3/8 in. x 7 in., in a giltwood frame.
Connanray (American, 1893-1920), “Village Church”, oil on masonite, signed and titled en verso, with a Becher Carter/Atlanta, GA label en verso, 18 in. x 15 in., in a giltwood frame, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
$800/1200
$600/800
W 1200. Mary Foulds Hall (American/
W 1205. Pamel Meyer
1203 (1 of 2) 1201
California, 1865-1945), two oils on canvas board, “Sunrise”, and “Sunset”, both signed lower left, both 10 in. x 14 in., both in giltwood frames. $700/900 1202 (1 of 2)
1198. Nell Warren Shostrom Walker (American/ California, 1891-1970), “Still Life of Flowers”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 20 1/8 in. x 24 in., in a giltwood frame. $1500/2500
1201. Washburne Forster (American/ New Mexico, 1884-1970), “Oak Creek Canyon, Arizona”, oil on canvas, signed and dated “1944” lower middle left, titled, numbered “No. 28” and with “The Colonial Art Company, Oklahoma City” stamps and label en verso, 30 in. x 36 in., in a giltwood frame. $1500/2500
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(Mrs. Frank E.) Colyar (American/ California, 18731928), a group of six watercolors on paper, “Wind Mills”, “The Cabin”, “The Creek”, “Dusk”, “The Path”, and “Winter Morning”, all signed, sights from 10 7/8 in. x 20 5/8 in. to 5 5/8 in. x 7 5/8 in., all framed. $1000/1500
W 1206. Frank Simon Herrman
(American/Chicago 1866-1942), “City of Janus (Chicago)”, watercolor and gouache on paper, signed lower left, sight 13 1/2 in. x 10 1/2 in., framed. $150/250 W 1207. After John James
Audubon (American, 17851851), “Large Billed Curlew”, No. 47, Plate CCXXXI, from Birds of America, colored lithograph, later edition, sight 24 1/2 in. x 37 1/2 in., gilt frame. $400/600 W 1208. Currier and Ives/
Publishers, “Low Water on the Mississippi”, after the painting by Palmer, later reproduction, sight 20 1/2 in. x 30 in., attractively matted and framed.
1209
1210 (1 of 6)
$500/700 1209. A Large Vintage French Advertising Poster, c. 1935, “Légères Comme une Gazelle”, by Robys (b. 1916), stone lithograph, published by Edition Avenir Publicité, printed by Imp. Reunies de Lyon, the three pairs of shoes springing out of a box, void retailers cartouche below, sheet 60 in. x 44 1/4 in. $300/500 1210. A Group of Six Antique Prints of English Royal Residences, hand-colored aquatints from Pyne’s Royal Residences, 1817-1818, after paintings by Charles Wild, showing interiors of Windsor Castle, Carlton House and Frogmore, sights 9 1/2 in. x 11 1/4 in., attractively matted and framed.
1217
$500/700 W 1214. An American Folk Art Carved and Painted W 1211. After V. Lenepveu (French, 19th c.), “Musée des
Horreurs, No. 22 Raminamonis l’escroc”, hand-colored lithograph, signed and dated in plate, printed by “Gerant:Lenepveu, 58, rue Dulong, PARIS”, 25 1/4 in. x 19 in., matted and framed.
Butternut Box, the top with incised and red stained design of bird and branch, height 4 in., width 12 5/8 in., depth 8 1/2 in. $150/250
$300/500
W 1215. An American Cast-Iron Mechanical Bank, Shephard
W 1212. Eugene E. Loving (American/New Orleans, 1908-
Hardware Co., Buffalo, NY, marked “pat. June 8, 1886”, the lever activates Uncle Sam’s arm, dropping the coin into the satchel, the platform with American Eagle, original paint, height 11 1/2 in., width 5 in., depth 4 in.
1971), a pair of etchings including “Bourbon Street Patio, Old New Orleans” and “Napoleon House Patio, Old New Orleans”, both pencil-signed, titled and numbered, each sight 7 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in., matted and framed alike.
$400/600
$500/700
W 1216. An Antique American Painted Cast Iron Coffee
W 1213. An Antique Mexican Carved Coconut, “1888”
Grinder, marked “Enterprise Mfg. Co., Philadelphia, Patented Dec. 9. ‘ 75”, retaining original paint on molded wood base, height 17 1/2 in., width 10 in., depth 12 3/4 in.
carved in banner, with figures, flower bouquet and Mexican symbol of eagle with rattlesnake on cactus, length 5 in., diameter 3 1/2 in.
$500/700
$300/500 1217. An Antique American Cast Iron Sugar Kettle, 19th c., flared lip, two later posts, bowl-form body, diameter 39 1/4 in. $1200/1800
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W 1219. [Civil War Reference], Battles and Leaders of the
Civil War, 1887, 32 volumes, in original wrappers, published by The Century Co., Union Square, New York, 8vo., 11 1/4 in. x 8 in., with numerous maps, photographs and drawings. $400/600
1218
W 1220. George B. Kirchner
(American), “The Confederate States of America”, offset lithograph on paper, pencil-signed and inscribed “Artist’s Proof” lower right, sight 22 1/2 in. x 29 in., matted and framed. $200/300
1222
1221. A Fine English Revolver from New Orleans Retailer, marked “W. Adams, London” and “Campbell Striker & Co., New Orleans”, five shot, nicely checkered and carved grip, barrel length 5 1/2 in. $3500/5500 Provenance: Ex-Collection Norm Flayderman.
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1222. A Remington Single Shot Breech-Loading Carbine, marked on Tang “Remington’s Llion, N.Y./ Pat. Dec 23, 1863 may 3 & Nov 16, 1864” and marked “U.S.” on buttplate, barrel length 18 1/2 in. $1500/2000
1224
1218. An American 14-Star Secession Era Flag, c. 1860, hand-made, wool broadcloth and woven cotton, the stars appliquéd to the canton on both sides, accompanied by a detailed analysis from renowned flag authority and textile conservator Fonda Thomsen, 43 in. x 53 in.
1223. A US Model 1841 Percussion “Mississippi” Rifle, Whitney contract, 54 caliber, remnants of inspector’s marks at breech, replaced forestock and ramrod, NRA Fair. $1800/2500
$4000/6000 Note: “Great care was taken to produce an attractive finished product”, Thomsen observes. As to the fourteen star, eleven stripe configuration he comments: “There are flags in existence that were constructed in the pre or early Civil War years by southern sympathizers to express their belief that the southern states were the true union.”
1224. A Joslyn Model 1864 Carbine, serial # 5308, military inspector’s marks on breech and stock, butt plate marked “US”, NRA Very Good. $1800/2500
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1225. A US Johnson Flintlock Pistol, the backplate marked “U.S./ R. Johnson/ Middn. Conn/ 1837”, inspectors cartouches on stock, marked “U.S./ LF/ P” on barrel, integral ramrod, barrel length 8 1/2 in.
W 1232. An 1816 Springfield
$1500/2000
Officer’s Pistol, c. 1790, marked with crown on lockplate, barrel length 9 in.
1226. An American Model 1842 Percussion Pistol, marked “H. Aston & Co., Middleton, Conn, 1851” on lockplate; proof stamping “US/ WN/ P” on barrel, swivel ramrod, barrel length 8 1/2 in., presented in a later case with accessories.
$1000/1500
Musket, converted to percussion, with strap, later replaced barrel and ramrod, NRA Fair to Good. $800/1200 W 1233. A British Flintlock
1225
W 1234. An Antique American
Side Hammer Shotgun Rifle Combination, c. 1850, over and under format, brass furniture, small patch-box, barrel length 30 in. $700/1000
$1000/1500 W 1235. A Turkish or Indian
1227. A Spencer Carbine, with post-war arsenal Stabler cut-off, with checkering to stock, barrel length 20 in.
Matchlock Rifle, 19th c., walnut stock, with decorative repoussé furniture, barrel length 36 1/4 in. $1200/1800
$1500/2500 W 1228. A Group of Three
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Antique American Powder Flasks and a Powderhorn, mid-19th c., two copper flasks marked “Am. Flask & Cap Co.”, the other made of zinc, embossed with game animals, together with a powderhorn, spuriously marked “1772”, (4 pcs.) $400/600 W 1229. An American
1227
Carved Bone and Iron Folk Art Sword, 19th c., iron blade and guard, market “5 HOA KIEN”, silver collar, the handle of carved antler, in the form of a gentleman with hat, length 33 in. $300/500 1230. An L. Pomeroy Pittsfield Musket, marked “1815” behind hammer, barrel length 42 in.
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$1800/2500 1231. An 1857 Remington Maynard Conversion Musket, tape primer, replaced ramrod, NRA Good. $1200/1800
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W 1236. A Navajo Blanket and
W 1243. C. Bennette Moore
Cradleboard, late 19th c., red woven wool blanket with teal, grey, black and cream stripes, 68 in. x 45 in., carved wood cradleboard height 33 1/2 in., width 10 in., depth 10 1/2 in.
(American/New Orleans, 18791939), “On the Swing”, handcolored photograph laid down on board, signed and inscribed “N.O” lower right, 16 in. x 20 in., in a period giltwood frame.
$300/500
$400/600
W 1237. After John James
W 1244. A Cabinet Card of
Audubon (American, 17851851), “Pinnated Grouse”, No. 38, Plate CLXXXVI, from Birds of America, colored lithograph, later edition, sight 24 1/2 in. x 37 1/2 in., gilt frame.
Thomas Edison, by Falk, 949 Broadway, NY.
$400/600
W 1245. A 19th Century Hand-
$150/250
Painted Tintype of Two Sisters, 9 in. x 7 in., matted and presented in an attractive stenciled period frame.
W 1238. American School, 19th
c., “Native American Woman”, pastel on board, illegibly signed lower right, 17 1/8 in. x 14 1/4 in., in a period giltwood frame.
$400/600
$600/900 1246
W 1239. A Group of Four
Vintage Steamboat Photographs, each blind stamped “J. Mack Moore/ 1105 Harrison Street/ Vicksburg, Miss”, showing various steamboats loading cotton, sights 7 1/2 in. x 9 1/2 in., all presented in one mat and frame.
1246. An American Walnut Plantation Desk, 19th c., stepped cornice, two glazed doors enclosing shelves, lower case with two paneled doors opening to a hinged writing surface and fitted with drawers and cubby holes, molded plinth base, height 85 in., width 49 1/2 in., depth 16 in. $1000/1500 W 1247. An Antique
Chippendale-Style Carved Elm Armchair, 19th c., shaped crest, vasiform splat, shaped arms, square tapered legs, stretchers.
$400/600 W 1240. American
School, late 19th c., “Portrait of Boy on a Swing”, enhanced photograph with pastel and watercolor on paper affixed to board, unsigned, 17 in. x 14 in., in period Arts and Crafts frame.
$200/400 W 1248. An Antique
Iron-Mounted Oak Dictionary Stand, marked “patd. Dec. 10, 1895”, adjustable book holder, iron stem and pierced base, height 32 in., width 21 in., depth 11 in.
$500/700 Provenance: Acquired from the Steamboat Captain’s House, Holy Cross, New Orleans, to a private collector. W 1241. Bruce H.
Wiswall (American/Colorado, 20th c.), “The Ambush”, color-enhanced photograph, signed lower left, sight 17 3/4 in. x 22 5/8 in., framed; together with “Buffalo Hunt”, hand-colored photograph laid on board, signed lower left, sight 24 1/4 in. x 18 1/2 in., framed. $400/600
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W 1242. American School, 20th c.,
“Portrait of an African-American Child”, c. 1900, large format silver gelatin print, stamped “Edinger” lower right, sight 18 1/4 in. x 15 1/2 in., framed. $300/500
$150/250 1249. An American Cherrywood and Inlaid Breakfront in the Federal Style, Baker Furniture Company, pedimented crest above four glazed doors, base with four doors, height 90 in., width 97 1/2 in., depth 16 in. $1500/2500
W 1250. An American Sterling Silver
W 1257. A Gorham Silverplate Picture
Water Pitcher, early 20th c., plain fluted vasiform on molded circular foot, hollowcast S scroll handle, height 9 1/4 in., weight 18.70 troy ozs.
Frame, 8 in. x 10 in.
$300/500
1258. An Antique Silverplate and Satin Glass Centerbowl, the blue glass bowl with white ruffled ribbon rim, the stand with griffin scrolled handles, molded surround, scroll feet, height 7 in.
$50/100
W 1251. An Antique American
Sterling Silver Flatware Service, Gorham, “Marie Antoinette” pattern, introduced 1891, including 12 dinner forks, 12 dinner knives, 12 luncheon forks, 12 luncheon knives, 12 ramekin forks and 12 teaspoons, 72 pcs., total weight (weighable) 55 troy ozs.
$400/600 W 1259. A Reed and Barton
Silverplate Punch Bowl, monogrammed “D”, height 8 7/8 in., diameter 11 3/8 in.
$800/1200
$300/500
W 1252. A Pair of American Sterling
1260. Ten Tiffany Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks, “Vine” pattern, “Squash” motif, length 6 3/8 in., weight 6.25 troy ozs.
Silver Three-Light Candelabra, International, “Royal Danish” pattern, weighted, height 13 1/4 in.
1256
$500/750
$400/600 Note: Tiffany’s multi-motif “Vine” pattern, introduced in 1872, is rarely found in the marketplace today and is highly prized by collectors. “Vine” motifs include thirteen different plant forms: Daisy, Gourd, Grapevine, Iris, Morning Glory, Pansy, Peapod, Pomegranate, Raspberry, Wild Rose, Tomato, Wheat and, as seen here, Squash. The handle shapes of this flatware vary as well as the design motifs. In fact, the form of the oyster fork (offered here) is unique to the “Vine” pattern.
W 1253. An American Sterling
Silver Demitasse Set, comprised of coffee pot, sugar, creamer and 5 cup frames and saucers with Lenox porcelain liners. $150/250 W 1254. A Group of Antique
and Vintage American Sterling Silver Serving Pieces, including a Shiebler “Maintenon” pattern pie trowel, an Alvin “Orient” pattern pie trowel, a Victorian pastry server, a Reed & Barton “Labors of Cupid” cake knife, 2 cake knives, mid-20th c., 2 pie servers, mid-20th c., and a Lunt flat server.
Reference: Hood, William P. et al, “Tiffany’s Vine Pattern Flatware”, Silver Magazine, September/October 1999, pp. 26-31, fig. 2, p. 26; Carpenter, Charles H. Jr., Tiffany Silver, 1978, p. 105.
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W 1261. A Group of American
Sterling Silver Cocktail Forks, 10 Dominick & Haff, “King’s” pattern, and 10 Gorham “King George” pattern, 20 pcs.
$300/500
$150/250
W 1255. A Cased Pair of
American Silver Berry Spoons, Ball, Black & Co., New York, c. 18511876, marked “950 BALL BLACK & CO.”, in “King’s” pattern; original fitted tooled leather case labeled “Ball, Black & Co./ 665 & 667 Broadway/ New York”; length 9 1/8 in., weight 4 troy ozs. $150/250
W 1262. An Antique Hand-
Wrought and Hammered Sterling Silver Covered Box, Dominick & Haff (1868-1928), ret. M.W. Galt, Bro. & Co., Washington, D.C., 1879-1892, with period script monogram, height 1 1/2 in., diameter 3 1/4 in.; together with a handhammered porringer, Watson, 19051929, combined weight 7 troy ozs.
1260
1256. An American Coin Silver Repoussé Presentation Cup, Eoff & Shepard (Edgar Mortimer Eoff & George L. Shepard), New York, act. c. 1850-1861, ret. Ball, Black & Co., New York, c. 1851-1876; footed baluster form with grape and grapevine repoussé; presentation inscription, “Nathl. Dana Carlile from his Uncle N.D. Carlile 1851”, weight 5.40 troy ozs.
W 1263. A Cased Set of Sterling Silver Dressing Table
$200/400
$150/250
$150/250
Articles, early 20th c., including manicure scissors, nail file, buffer, shoe horn, button hook, glove stretcher, 2 small brushes and 2 small jars; together with a pair of vintage kid gloves.
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W 1264. An
W 1272. A Group
American Sterling Silver Partial Flatware Service, Lunt, “Modern Victorian” pattern introduced in 1941, comprising: 5 dinner forks, 8 dinner knives, 6 salad forks, 8 cocktail forks, 6 butter spreaders (fh), 3 iced teaspoons, 6 cream soup spoons and 1 butter knife (hh), weight approx. 42 troy ozs. (43 pcs.)
1269
$300/500 W 1265. A Mexican Sterling
Silver and Carved Wood Salad Serving Spoon and Fork, Hector Aguilar, Taxco, c. 1953-62, length 13 15/16 in.
of Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Objects, including a silver overlay and amethyst glass covered power jar, height 5 in., diameter 5 1/2 in.; a pair of silver overlay scent bottles with engraved script monogram “EMH”, height 4 1/4 in.; a silver overlay scent bottle, height 4 1/2 in.; a pair of Art Nouveau silver overlay scent bottles with engraved script monogram, height 4 in.; a pair of small green glass vases with silver overlay, height 2 1/2 in.; scent bottle engraved script “M”, height 3 in.; and a rectangular silver overlay scent bottle from Mexico, height 3 1/4 in. $200/400
$200/300 W 1273. An Antique Bronze and
Silver Overlay Bowl, Heintz Art Metal Shop, Buffalo, NY, 1915-1922, marked “patent Aug.27.12”; together with an Arts and Crafts hammered copper tray, signed.
W 1266. A Group of Gorham
“Chantilly” Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Pieces, including a large carving knife and fork, 2 sharpening steels, a tablespoon and a butter plate, (6 pcs.), carving knife length 12 in.
1276 (partial)
$150/250 W 1267. A Group of Antique
Silver Cigarette Cases, early 20th c., 3 sterling silver and monogrammed, and 1 silverplate, silver weight 10.90 troy ozs. $250/350
1269. A Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Coffee/ Tea Service, in the Colonial Revival style, early 20th c., comprising one coffee pot, teapot, covered sugar, waste bowl and a creamer, partially fluted oval forms on conforming splayed feet, engraved Classical border and vacant oval reserves, urn finials, height 8 1/2 in., weight 68.00 troy ozs.; together with an English silverplate tea tray. $600/800
W 1268. A Group of Antique
and Vintage Sterling Silver Carving Utensils, including poultry shears, Whiting “Violet” pattern, pat. 1905; a 2 piece carving set, Gorham “Imperial Chrysanthemum” pattern, pat. 1894; a 2 piece carving set, Wallace “Rheims” pattern, pat. 1919; a carving fork and sharpening steel, floral motif; and 6 associated silver and silverplate meat skewers, (14 pcs.) $250/350
W 1270. A Miscellaneous Group of Silver,
including 12 bread and butter plates (10 by International with reeded borders and 2 near matching); together with a pair of pepperettes and approximately 35 pieces of assorted flatware, combined weight approx. 25 troy ozs. $150/250 W 1271. A Group of Small Sterling Silver
Dressing Table and Other Objects, early 20th c., including a Gorham Art Nouveau bon bon dish, reticulated candy dish, dressing table jars, soap dish, needle case, pair of knitting needles, fountain pen, cased cork screw, stamp box, 4 small boxes, small stamp locket, a spherical coin locket and an Art Nouveau jar cover, approx. weight 14 troy ozs. (20 pcs.) $150/250
$200/400 W 1274. A Hammered
Silverplate Water Pitcher, unmarked, anthropomorphic handle, paw feet, height 7 1/2 in. $150/250 W 1275. Two Continental .800
Silver Aspic Knives, German; together with 12 American fruit knives, Anders, Frary & Clark, with sterling silver ferrules and celluloid handles. $150/250 1276. A Large Group of NASA Space Related Photographs and Negatives, mid-20th c., containing over 160 photographs, 8 in. x 10 in.; 90 transparencies, 8 in. x 10 in. and 80 smaller format negatives, showing rocket liftoffs, space shuttles, moon landings, concept vehicles and interestingly, Bob Hope and Twiggy on the Shuttle Enterprise at the 1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans, conserved in five albums, some loose. $700/1000 Provenance: Michoud Assembly Facility, eastern New Orleans.
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1277. A Brass and Iron Industrial Work Table, 20th c., rectangular brass top with rivets, frieze fitted with six drawers, iron legs, stretchers, spreading feet, the whole with good patina, height 30 in., width 74 in., depth 39 in.
W 1280. Charles
$1500/2000 W 1278. Albert Nichol
(American, 20th c.), “Western & Atlantic Railroad Locomotive The General”, watercolor on paper, signed and dated “1989” center right, sight 19 in. x 30 in., framed.
1277
Franklin Tuttle (American, 18411893, active New Orleans 1869-93), a collection of four watercolors, “At Gigi’s Academy, Rome”, signed, titled and dated “1873” lower left, 17 3/8 in. x 11 1/12 in.; “Woman with a Black Lace Collar”, signed lower right, 15 3/8 in. x 11 1/8 in.; “Purple Boutonniere”, signed lower 14 1/4 in. x 11 in.; “In Profile”, signed lower right, 11 in. x 7 3/8 in., all unframed. $500/700
$250/350 Note: The General, a Civil War Era locomotive that traveled the Western and Atlantic Railroad line between Atlanta and Chattanooga, was the main vehicle used by Union soldiers in what has become known as “Andrews’ Raid” or “The Great Locomotive Chase”. Mr. James J. Andrews, a civilian, and Union Army volunteers, commandeered The General and attempted to bring it to Chattanooga, cutting telegraph wires and destroying portions of the railroad track en route. This led to a high-speed chase, with the train’s conductor, William Allen Fuller, in pursuit. Although The General ran out of fuel a few miles from Chattanooga and was recovered by the Confederacy; telegraph lines and railroad tracks were damaged and many Union participants were awarded medals of honor.
W 1281. American School, late
19th/early 20th c., “African-American Fellow in a Straw Hat”, oil on artist board, unsigned, 8 1/8 in. x 6 3/8 in., in a period frame. $600/900 Provenance: Descended in the E.C. Walker Family, Bayou Manchac, Louisiana. W 1282. M.C. Jones (American/
Louisiana, 1910-2003), “Bringing in the Cotton”, mixed media on paper, signed and inscribed upper left, 16 in. x 20 1/4 in., unframed. $400/600 1279 (1 of 3)
1279. Tom Secrest (American/ Louisiana, b. 1942), a group of three pen, ink, and gouache drawings including “Self-Portrait”, signed lower left, 3 1/2 in. x 2 3/4 in.; “Self-Portrait with Hat”, signed lower left, 5 1/4 in. x 4 in.; and “Standing Figure”, signed lower left, 5 1/4 in. x 2 3/4 in., all matted and framed.
W 1283. Alice Taylor Gafford
$600/900
1284. Grace Luse (American/Ohio, 20th c.), “Terminal Tower, Cleveland, Ohio”, oil on canvas board, signed lower right and en verso, 18 in. x 14 in., unframed.
(American/California, 1886-1981), “A Gentleman’s Still Life”, oil on canvas board, signed lower right, signed en verso, 18 in. x 24 in., in a giltwood frame. $600/900
Note: Secrest has been an active and influential member of the Lafayette, LA art community since he relocated to that city to assume a position at the University of Louisiana. As a printmaker for over 40 years, Secrest has always extolled the importance of drawing and of the significant relationship between drawing and printmaking.
$500/700 Note: Grace Luse, a WPA sculptor from Cleveland, worked under Edris Eckhardt in 1938, firing and glazing in Eckhart’s studio when Eckhardt was away. Luse also created a series of family groups in clay during this time period. Although painting was not her usual medium, Luse’s handling of the paint in a flat and modernist manner befits the composition and subject matter she has chosen - that of Terminal Tower in Luse’s hometown, Cleveland.
As the artist himself stated, “From the practice of repeated drawing a personal narrative has generally resulted. Internalized forms, characters and places have become clearly evident to me personal icons have developed. Repeatedly...such things have taken on special meaning for me. Some may see it as a form of fantasy, but for me it has resulted in forming a personal reality.” Reference: Hancock, “Tom Secrest - Exhibition Catalog”. Cue Art Foundation. 2008.
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W 1285. Marvin “Chico” Posey, Jr.
(American/Tennessee, 1964-2003), two pastels on paper, 1998, “Saxophonist” and “Bassist”, both signed and dated lower right, sight 24 3/8 in. x 18 in., matted and framed alike. $600/900 W 1286. American School, 20th c.,
“Still Life with Succulents”, oil on canvas, signed “Voll” lower left, 24 in. x 26 in., in an attractive giltwood frame. $600/900
1288
W 1287. Mike Howard (American/
New Orleans, 20th c.), “Cow #5”, 1989, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, titled en verso, 18 in. x 23 7/8 in., in a hand-painted frame by the artist. $800/1200 1288. Jean Seidenberg (American/ New Orleans, b. 1930), “Abstractions”, 1971, acrylic on paper, pencil-signed and dated lower left, sight 22 5/8 in. x 17 3/4 in., matted and framed. $1000/1500
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School of George Inness - In our qualified opinion, the work is of the period of the artist named, by a student or a follower of the artist, but not by the artist. Manner of George Inness - In our qualified opinion, although the work is in the style of the artist named, it is actually of a later period.
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Ludolf Bakhuizen, 71 Richmond Barthe, 335 Ernest J. Bellocq, 867 F.P. Bennett, Jr., 1188, 1189 Nesbitte Benson, 1090 Johann Berthelsen, 306 Basilius Besler, 68 Lyle Bonge, 875 Louis Bosa, 266 Jan Both (foll.), 180 Charles Wellington Boyle, 313, 324 Alfred de Breanski, Sr., 268, 269 William Henry Buck, 309 Anthony Buchta, 794 David Davidovich Cherson Burliuk, 305
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Eli Cantor, 793 John Carwitham, 267 Henry Casselli, 321 George Catlin, 277 Edmond Carl De Celle, 798 Narcisse Chaillou, 240 James Wells Champney, 301 Chinese School, 569, 585, 648, 663 Richard Clague, 314 Allan Dean Cochran, 310 Pamel Meyer Colyar, 1205 Jay Hall Connanray, 1204 Continental School, 49, 374 Ann T. Cooper, 352 Alice Hobbs Gray Bolton Coutts, 1199 Russell Cresson, 859 George Cruikshank (aft.), 1
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Salvador Dali, 364 Ronald Davis, 343 Horace Talmage Day, 342 Alexander John Drysdale, 866 George Dureau, 345, 346, 347, 874, 876, 877 Dutch School, 26 Abraham Van Dyck (mann.), 178
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Basil Ede, 53, 57-64 Daniel Giraud Elliot, 30
Dorothy Stanley Emmons, 312 Thomas Ender, 28 English School, 73, 1016 L. Erich, 968 Moses-Jakob Ezekial, 299
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Ernest Fiene, 787 Harrison C. Fisher, 1183, 1184 Washburne Forster, 1201 A.H. Fox, 1018 French School, 2, 74, 543, 967, 1012 Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller, 336
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Alice Taylor Gafford, 1283 Henry Martin Gasser, 1088 William Alexander Gaw, 1187 Francois Gerome, 1015 John Gifford, 413 Anne Wilson Goldthwaite, 792 John Gould, 276 Sir Francis Grant, 414 Thomas Bailey Griffin, 533 Robert Charles Gruppe, 311 Oswaldo Guayasamin, 337
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Mary Foulds Hall, 1200 Sir William Hamilton, 31 Alfred Hazledine, 373 Colette Pope Heldner, 1192 Frank Simon Herman, 1206 Hiroshige, 775 Morris Henry Hobbs, 359, 788-790, Emil Eugen Holzhauer, 317 Melchior d’Hondecoeter (sch.), 56 Robert Hopkin, 353 Jean-Antoine Houdon (aft.), 252 Mike Howard, 1287 Newton Reeve Howard, 872 Sedrick Huckaby, 862 Cornelia Cunningham Huffer, 1197 Clementine Hunter, 329, 895, 896 Helen Hyde, 326
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Samuel Isham, 303 Italian School, 70, 241, 480, 482, 484
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Japanese School, 766 Japanese Rinpa School, 765, 768 Joseph Jefferson IV, 325 M. C. Jones, 1282
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Charles Salis Kaelin, 338 Alberta Kinsey, 863 George B. Kirchner, 1220 Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer, 344 Korean School, 773 Kunikazu, 776 Kunisada, 779
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Cesare Lapini, 104 Christian “Chrissy” Jane Simons LaRoche, 362, 363 Hilda Kristina Lascari, 382 Clarence John Laughlin, 868 Jacob Armstead Lawrence, 334 Emilie Marie de Hoa LeBlanc, 1193 Corneille van Leemputten, 942 Augustin Francois Lefebvre, 536 Louis François, Baron Lejeune, 25 V. Lenepvu (aft.), 1211 Hayley Lever, 341 Thomas Corwin Lindsay, 532 M.A.Lloyd, 1194 Charles Oglesby Longabaugh, 864, 865, 873 Brock Loper, 870, 871, 1191 Eugene E. Loving, 1212 William Ludwig, 1179 Grace Luse, 1284
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Frederick William MacMonnies, 383 Gustav Madelain, 969 Cipriano Antonio Mannucci, 29 Maruyama-Shijo School, 761 Jay Matternes, 906, 906A, 906B Giuseppe Mazzolini, 411 Lilian Medland, 486 Jean-Charles Meissonier, 966 Paul (Paul Fontaine) Mersereau, 905 William Meyerowitz, 304 C. Bennette Moore, 1243 Jerome Myers, 786
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Albert Nichol, 1278 Chalood Nimsamer, 1069 Cornelius Nozeman, 75
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Will Ousley, 1190
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Persian School, 589, 778 Giovanni Battista Piranesi, 183 Giovanni Battista Piranesi (aft.), 182 Jane Peterson, 339 Niek van der Plas, 1013 Marvin “Chico” Posey, Jr., 1285 William Merritt Post, 530 Robert Omerod Preusser, 356, 357
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Gardner Reed, 351 Stephen Reid, 1017 Charles Reinike III, 1196 Charles Henry Reinike, 358, 361 Charles Whitfield Richards, 360, 891 Noel Rockmore, 860, 861, 892-894, George Rodrigue, 320 Harry Roseland, 318
Egiste Rossi (aft.), 1058 Lucius Rossi, 27 Ru Gui, 647 Russian School, 481
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Philip Sage, 858 H. Ali Sajjadi, 19 Henry Schouten, 943, 1014 Christian Adolf Schreyer, 410 Tom Secrest, 1279 Jean Seidenberg, 1288 Prideaux John Selby, 66 Christopher High Shearer, 531 Sir Martin Archer Shee, 50 George Shellbase, 1202, 1203 Rosina Emmet Sherwood, 534 Shotei, 777 Alan Siegel, 366 William Posey Silva, 307, 327 Hunt Slonem, 354 David Small, 179 Margaret Zierer Smith, 1185 Spanish Colonial School, 557-559 Lilly Martin Spencer, 251 Nomie Steele, 1186 Eduard Steinbach, 412 Gilbert Stuart, 278 Henry Stull, 265 Charles Robinson Sykes, 365
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Emmitt Thames, 1195 Archibald Thorburn, 54, 55 Bertel Thorvaldsen, 498 George Tobin, 48 Charles Franklin Tuttle, 1280
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Abraham Van Dyck (manner), 178 Willem Van de Velde, the Younger, 72
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Wang Dachang, 576 Nell Warren Shostrom Walker, 1198 William Aiken Walker, 319, 322, 323 Benjamin West, (foll.), 316 Ellis Wilson, 328 Charles Wilbert White, 331, 332 Buell Whitehead, 330 Bros Anders Wikstrom, 795-797 Theodore “Fonville” Winans, 348-350 Bruce H. Wiswall, 1241 Grant Wood, 333 William Woodward, 308
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C. Adams, 485 Gustav Adolf-Müller, 535 Jacques Guillame Lucien Amans, 315, 904 American School, 340, 415, 917, 918, 1238, 1240, 1242, 1281, 1286 Axel Amuchastegui, 907- 909 Benny Andrews, 355 Revington Arthur, 302 John James Audubon, 270, 272, 273 John James Audubon (aft.), 271, 274, 275, 1207, 1237
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Vittore Zanetti Zilla, 483 Mark F. Zink, 65
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Neal Auction Company John R. Neal Chairman
Neal Alford President
Katherine Hovas Senior Vice President
Michelle LeBlanc, CAI Vice President
ADMINISTRATION
CONSIGNMENTS
Director of Administration & Finance Michelle LeBlanc, CAI Database Manager/Assistant to Director Jackie Hernandez Client Services Johanna Darilek Database/Administrative Assistant Lisa Weisdorffer
Director of Furniture & Decorative Arts Rachel Weathers Director of Research Douglas Lewis, Ph.D., F.A.A.R. Director of Consignments, Books & Manuscripts Marc Fagan Director of Paintings, Prints & Photography Claudia Kheel Associate Director of Consignments Reid Hinshelwood Consignments Administrator Michele Carolla Silver & Decorative Arts Katherine Hovas Inventory Coordinator Steven G. Rutledge European Paintings & Decorative Arts Michele Carolla American Paintings & Decorative Arts Amie Strickland Asian Arts Bettine Field Carroll
GENERAL MANAGER
Jason Leckert
GRAPHICS Art Director Emory Nolan Catalogue Design Carolyn Finnell Photography Jason Leckert Terry Thibeau Tom Simpson
OPERATIONS Director of Operations Charles Lee Operations Staff Charlie Clay Leroy Hubbard Kelvin Gibson Jerry Majors
EXHIBITION STAFF
Sybil Lawson Carolyn Wogan Cammie Mayer Clare Stewart Karolyn Westervelt Cecile Ballard Mimi Abbott
AUCTIONEERS
Neal Alford #797 Michelle LeBlanc #1514 Reid Hinshelwood #1715
AUCTION SERVICES Director of Business Development Bettine Field Carroll Trust & Estates Advisor Henry G. McCall Senior Appraiser Fine Arts Amanda Mantle Winstead Appraisals Rachel Weathers Marc Fagan Museum Services Douglas Lewis, Ph.D., F.A.A.R.
CATALOGUE CONSULTANTS Decorative Arts & Victoriana Ann M. Masson Silver Carey Mackie-Alsobrook Furniture & Decorative Arts Doris Mollenkopf Newcomb Pottery & Decorative Arts Sally Main Fine Arts Ryan Miner