2019 Year in Review - Consignments Invited by Neal Auction

Neal Auction Company 2019 in REVIEW Consignments invited for 2020

HOW TO SELL AT AUCTION

Since 1982, Neal Auction has consistently set record prices for objects sold under our auspices. Our auctions are comprised of a thoughtful mix of fine art, antiques, and other historic or decorative material from a combination of estates, institutions, and private collections. Every auction is widely advertised in a variety of publications and media outlets, providing consignors with the best possible exposure for their property. Contact: consignments@nealauction.com

(Front Cover) Marie Hull (18901980), “Macaws,” 1925, o/panel, 30 x 25 in. $36,600 1. Jacob Alt (1789-1872), “Sight on Rome,” o/c, 48 x 79 in. $20,740 2. Lin Emery (b. 1926), “Four Triangular Petal Forms,” c. 2005, aluminum, h. 31 in. $31,720 3. William Henry Buck (18401888), “Louisiana Plantation along Lake Pontchartrain,” o/c, 10 x 16 in. $45,140

7. 7. Shearwater Pottery Jardiniere, c. 1930, Peter and Walter Anderson, dia. 14 1/4 in. $14,030

8. Pr. Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Jardinières, dia. 23 1/8 in. $23,180 9. Newcomb Pottery High Glaze Vase, 1904, Harriet Coulter Joor, h. 11 1/2 in. $13,420

4. Wilson Henry Irvine (18691936), “New Orleans Courtyard,” o/c, 25 x 30 in. $18,910 5. American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Tall Case Clock, early 19th c., attr. to Jacob Taylor, NY/NJ, h. 88 in. $15,860 6. Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock, c. 1800, attr. J.-S. Deverberie, h. 18 in. $17,080

IDA KOHLMEYER American/New Orleans, 1912-1997

Neal Auction has played an important role in developing the marketplace for works by beloved New Orleans artist Ida Kohlmeyer. Kohlmeyer graduated with a master’s degree in drawing and painting from Newcomb Art School in 1956 and studied in New York with the abstract expressionist painter Hans Hofmann. Hofmann had a significant impact on Kohlmeyer’s work, encouraging her to abandon figurative painting in favor of abstraction. The artist’s iconic abstract paintings are rooted in her own distinctive visual language of various shapes and symbols and characterized by exuberance of color and motion. Neal Auction holds the current record price for the artist of $110,250 achieved for “Cluster #1” in September of 2015. Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Vase with Flowers,” 1987, mm/wood, h. 30 in. $20,740

Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “16 Blow Up,” 1978, o/c, 56 3/4 x 37 in. $22,500

Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Untitled (Transverse Series),” 1972, o/linen, 81 x 49 in. $39,650

Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Synthesis #49-2,” 1984, mm/c, 58 1/4 x 71 1/4 in. $26,840

Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Striae,” 1967, mm/c, 72 x 71 3/4 in. $76,250

Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Untitled,” 1995, aluminum, h. 87 in. $12,810 Ida Kohlmeyer (1912-1997), “Pink Painting,” 1995, mm/c, 67 1/2 x 67 1/2 in. $32,000

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José Francisco Xavier de Salazar y Mendoza

Jose Francisco Salazar (1750-1802), “Likely Sebastián Calvo de la Puerta y O’Farrill, Marqués de Casa Calvo (1751-1820),” o/c, 42 x 32 3/4 in. $249,750

Over of period of twenty years, José Francisco Xavier de Salazar y Mendoza created likenesses of some of the most prominent Louisiana citizens of the late 18th and early 19th century. Known Salazar works include paintings of bishops, governors, mayors, military officials, and wealthy planters – most of whom were interconnected through business transactions or familial contacts in the vast web of colonial Louisiana society. The men and women he painted lived during a fascinating time in Louisiana history, residing first in Spanish Colonial territory during the turn of the 19th century, then observing the transition of the Louisiana Territory from Spain to France, and finally to America with the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Neal Auction holds the world record price for the artist of $519,000 for his portrait of “Major General James Wilkinson (1757-1825)” sold in November of 2013.

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TRUST & ESTATE SERVICES

1. François-Adolphe Grison (1845-1914) and Gaston Gilbert Daniel Save (18441901), “The Tavern,” 1874, o/c, 111 1/4 x 62 7/8 in. $15,250

For the past three and a half decades, Neal Auction has been advising attorneys and fiduciaries throughout the U.S. on the valuation and disposition of the tangible personal property in their care. Our regularly scheduled auctions are the ideal venue for estate property, as a variety of tangibles can be sold in one auction, enhancing the marketing of the estate collection and providing ease of administration for the executors.

2. Nicola Marschall (1829-1917), “Napoleon I,” 1869, o/c, 30 x 25 in. $20,740 3. Eleven Royal Copenhagen “Flora Danica” Plates, c. 1965-66, dia. 10 in. $20,740 4. American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Blockfront Secretary Bookcase, late 18th c., h. 96 in. $15,250

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5. Joseph Rusling Meeker (18271889), “Bayou Marsh with Hunters at Campsite,” 1885, o/c, 13 5/8 x 23 5/8 in. $20,130 6. Pr. American Classical Carved and Stenciled Mahogany Pier Tables, c. 1830, Phila, w. 44 in. $12,800 7. Captain Randall Lee Gibson (1832‑1892) 1st Louisiana Artillery Colt 1851 Navy Model Single Action Revolver, l. 7 1/2 in. $18,300 7.

MUSEUM SERVICES

Neal Auction regularly assists museums and other cultural institutions by providing competitive sale terms and customized auction services for items they wish to sell, by facilitating advance previews and extending special payment terms for items they wish to buy, and by lending our support to their educational programs and fundraising initiatives.

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2019 CONSIGNORS

included the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art; the Mobile Museum of Art; the Walter Anderson Museum of Art; and the Old Governor’s Mansion, Baton Rouge. Contact: museumservices@nealauction.com

1 1. Weeks Hall (1894-1958), “After Rain/Louisiana Landscape,” o/c, 36 x 29 3/4 in. $41,480 2. Jacques Amans (1801-1888), “Marguerite Amans, Wife of the Artist,” o/c, 28 x 23 in. $103,700 3. Continental School, 19th c., “Dancing Faun,” marble, h. 57 in. $23,180 4. Luigi Bienaime (1795-1878), “Psyche,” 1843, marble, h. 54 in. $18,300 5. American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Armchair, c. 1850-60, attr. J. H. Belter, NY, h. 44 1/2 in. $13,568 6. Francis Speight (1896-1989), “Red Clay Street, Statesville, NC,” 1938, o/c, 30 1/4 x 41 3/4 in. $40,260 7.

7. American Gothic Carved Rosewood Center Table, c. 1840, NY, w. 41 1/4 in. $15,250

8. Monumental Dale Chihuly (b. 1941) Blown Glass Dandelion “Macchia,” 2000, dia. 33 in. $12,800 9. Chinese Spinach Green Jade Brush Pot, h. 7 1/8 in. $15,860

1. George Louis Viavant (18721925), “Pintail Drake,” 1913, wc, 28 3/4 x 21 1/4 in. $42,700 2. Fritz Bultman (1919-1985), “Interior - Game,” 1952, o/c, 30 x 38 in. $30,500 3. Walter Anderson (19031965), “Painted Terrapin,” wc, 8 1/2 x 11 in. $23,040 4. Marie Hull (1890-1980), “Blackbirds,” 1945, o/canvas board, 20 x 24 in. $31,720

5. Eugenio Edouardo Zampighi (1859-1944), “La Famiglia Felice,” o/linen, 29 1/2 x 41 1/2 in. $18,750 6. American Renaissance Marquetry and Gilt-Incised Walnut Center Table, 19th c., likely Pottier & Stymus, NY, w. 47 in. $10,980 7. Hunt Slonem (b. 1951), “Multiply,” 2016, o/panel, 36 1/4 x 30 1/4 in. $11,285 8. George Dunbar (b. 1927), “Coin du Lestin,” gold leaf/clay, 48 x 42 in. $24,320

9. James Michalopoulos (b. 1951), “Marginal,” 2003, o/c, 60 x 36 in. $15,250 10. Andrew Bucci (1922-2014), “Desert Tree,” o/c, 34 1/4 x 32 in. $6,710 11. Two Documents Signed by Meriwether Lewis or William Clark, 1809 & 1817, 7 3/4 x 12 1/2 in. and 7 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. $21,960 12. American Rococo Carved and Laminated Rosewood Sofa, c. 1850-60, attr. J. H. Belter, NY, w. 91 in. $45,140

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APPRAISALS @ Neal Neal Auction provides appraisals that are industry standard for estate and gift tax, charitable donation, insurance, and estate and financial planning. Our competitive appraisal fees are based on a flat hourly rate. Contact: appraisals@nealauction.com

Diamond and Emerald Necklace, l. 17 1/2 in. $17,080

American Classical BronzeMounted Mahogany Secrétaire à Abattant, early 19th c., Phila., h. 76 1/2 in. $15,860

Gideon Townsend Stanton (1885-1964), “Rainy Night on Canal Street,” o/c, 25 x 30 in. $17,080 Antique French Bronze-Mounted and Parcel Ebonized Mahogany Center Table, w. 41 in. $13,644 American Chippendale Carved Walnut Low Boy, c. 1760-90, w. 36 in. $9,455

Julian Oliver Davidson (1853-1894), “Capture of New Orleans: Farragut Passing the Forts by Night,” 1886, o/c, 15 x 21 1/2 in. $28,060 Julian Oliver Davidson (1853-1894), “Monitor and Merrimac: First Fight Between Ironclads,” 1885, o/c, 15 x 21 1/2 in. $50,020

Emerald and Diamond Necklace, $30,500

American Classical Figured Mahogany Bookcase on Stand, c. 1835, attr. Anthony H. Jenkins, Baltimore, h. 82 in. $10,000

Emerald and Diamond Ring, $10,312

American Classical Carved Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1830, likely Edward Priestley, Baltimore, w. 78 1/2 in. $14,640

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GEORGE RODRIGUE George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “The Class of Marie Courregé,” 1971, o/c, 40 x 30 in. $152,500 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “My Moon My Life,” 1990, o/c, 30 x 24 in. $106,750 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Blue Dog Oak,” 2012, a/c, 24 x 36 in. $73,200 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Going Home Again,” 2002, acrylic/c, 20 x 24 in. $61,000

George Rodrigue achieved great success both nationally and internationally with his paintings, which remained rooted in the milieu of Louisiana. Neal Auction holds the current record price for Rodrigue for the monumental Blue Dog canvas “Chairman of the Board” sold in April of 2015 for $173,280. In April of 2019, Neal Auction also achieved the record price (third overall) for Rodrigue’s Cajun series with the sale of “The Class of Marie Courrege” for $152,500.

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “It’s Been a Very Long Day,” 1997, o/c, 24 x 20 in. $42,240 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Lonely Moonlit Night,” 1991, a/ linen, 14 x 11 in. $33,280 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “A Warm Glow on a Dark Night,” 1992, o/linen, 40 x 30 in. $54,400 George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Morning Glories Red, Blonde, Brunette (Triptych),” 1987, 3 o/c, ea. 48 x 36 in. $97,600

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Jolie Blonde with Rose,” o/c, 24 x 18 in. $28,840

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Jolie Blonde with Hat,” o/c, 24 x 18 in. $25,600

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Justin Wilson,” 1988, o/linen, 40 x 30 in. $60,800

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George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Blue Dog in Moonlight,” o/c, 24 x 20 in. $80,520

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Ode to Clopha and Coco,” 1993, o/c, 24 in. x 30 in. $48,800

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Louisiana Bayou with Oak”, 1970, oil on canvas, 25 in. x 30 in. $28,125

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “Bath House is Patoutville,” 1974, o/c, 36 x 24 in. $36,660

George Rodrigue (1944-2013), “I Hear the Blues, I See the Blues, I Sing the Blues,” 1992, a/c, 48 x 84 in. $103,700

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON John James Audubon (1785-1851), “Louisiana Heron,” Havell, 26 5/8 x 39 1/4 in. $57,950 John James Audubon (1785-1851), “White Heron,” Havell, 25 3/8 x 38 in. $36,660 John James Audubon (1785-1851), “Trumpeter Swan,” Havell, 26 x 39 1/2 in. $45,750 John James Audubon (1785‑1851), “Glossy Ibis,” Havell, 25 1/4 x 38 1/4 in. $16,740 John James Audubon (1785-1851), “Common Mouse, Male, Female & Young,” Bowen, 21 1/4 x 27 1/2 in. $4,880

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CONTACTS American, English & Continental Furniture furniture@nealauction.com American, English & Continental Paintings, Prints, Drawings & Photography paintings@nealauction.com American, English & Continental Sculpture sculpture@nealauction.com Asian Furniture, Paintings, Prints, Drawings & Sculpture asianarts@nealauction.com American, English, Continental & Asian Silver hovas@nealauction.com Books, Maps, Documents, Ephemera, Natural History Prints, Arms & Militaria fagan@nealauction.com William Hemmerling (1943-2009), “Waiting in Line”, o/panel, 40 x 48 1/4 in. $24,400 Walter Anderson (1903-1965), “Sheep and Pine Trees,” c. 1943, wc, 25 x 19 in. $31,720 William Aiken Walker (1838-1921), “Man on a Mule,” o/academy board, 8 x 12 in. $20,740 Theora Hamblett (1895-1977), “Tree Jumping,” 1976, o/linen, 16 x 20 in. $21,960

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William Woodward (1859-1939), “Old French Quarter Opera House,” 1906, Rafaelli/board, 15 x 19 1/4 in. $85,400

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