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RARE & WONDROUS August 25 & 26 | 11 am
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E mpire Sty le W ork Table Sold: $ 4 0, 000
ALFRED THOMPSON BRICHER (NY/NH, 1837-1908) S O LD : $ 150,000
Hermè s Birkin Bag S O LD : $ 10,000
Circa 1800 Warship Model S O LD : $ 14,000
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Mu rano Art Glass S O LD : $ 10,000
S ilver & C loisonne E namel K ovsh S O LD : $ 24,000
Merino R am W eathervane S O LD : $ 27,500
Tiffany Floor Lamp S O LD : $ 13,000
MAR S D E N HAR TLE Y (ME , 1877-1943) S O LD : $ 145,000
WHAT’S IT WORTH? JOIN US FOR FREE APPRAISAL DAY Every Tuesday, 10 am to 12 noon & 1:30 pm to 4 pm 2018 AUCTION SCHEDULE Summer Auction Weekend Au g u st 25-26
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The Curious Collector Online Only Auction September 19
Fall Auction Weekend November 16-18
Consignments due: October 3
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1300 - “The Master of Apollo and Daphne” (15th c. Umbrian School)
HIG HLIG HTS •
3 W yeth p ainting s -- 2 b y Andrew and 1 b y Jamie •
7 Milton Avery p ainting s •
2 Ming Blanc de chine uanyin gures by He C haoz ong •
2 W orks b y Mau ric e U trillo •
17th c . Bronz e K ylin set with semi-p rec iou s stones •
7 W aldo P eirc e p ainting s •
R oman era c arved marb le D iana head •
6 Fine Fab erg é items •
161 E state j ewelry and watc h lots •
23 S hip p ainting s b y Lars Thorsen, P erc y S anb orn, Antonio Jac ob sen & others •
137 lots of antiq u e, c u stom and modern f u rnitu re •
Gorham silver c u p p resented to S en. W illiam Frye •
f rom the U S S enate in 1901 27 S c u lp tu res, inc lu ding p c s b y W illliam Z orac h & P au l D u b ois •
177 lots of Asian antiq u es and artif ac ts •
18th c . C hinese f ou r-f old sc reenwith p orc elain p anels b y W ong S hao Tang •
16th c . Frenc h Gothic c arved ivory trip tyc h •
57 P iec es of nau tic al items and f olk art •
Lot of 2 f ramed Medieval tex tiles •
Rare 19th c Looff carousel camel •
P ainting attrib u ted to P au l Gau g u in •
Handmade E dwardian b rooc h set with over 20 •
c arats of diamonds
Maine’ s P remier I nternational Au c tion C omp any
Bold, Beautiful
RARE & WONDROUS
2018 S u mmer Au c tion W eekend Au g u st 25 & 26 | 11 am Fine Art | Antiq u es | Asian Art | Jewelry P review: Monday throu g h Friday, Au g 20 -24 f rom 9 am to 5 p m
Held at ou r g allery in Thomaston, Maine 207-354-8141 | inf o@ thomastonau c tion.c om www.thomastonau c tion.c om O nline b idding availab le on:
P ainting s b y E dou ard C ortes, Howard C . C hristy, Alf red Bric her, John F. K ensett & E rnest Fiene •
2 estate silver lots including Tiffany & Co vase •
R evolu tionary W ar letter b y Georg e W ashing ton
On the cover: Lot 1340 - R are E arly Q ing G ilt Bronz e Kylin
Auctioneer’s Note Our summer auction will offer a wondrous array o important ne art, Asian arti acts, and anti uities consigned by amilies and estates rom Maine to Florida, including many pieces rom the Coral ables estate o notable collectors Dr Arthur & Ruth Sokoloff On Saturday, August 2 , the auction eatures paintings by asper Cropsey, Edouard Cortes, Claude Daubigny, Samuel Colman, Lars Thorsen, Percy Sanborn, Antonio acobsen, ohn Frederick ensett, Maurice Prendergast, Auguste Rodin, and Al red Thompson Bricher An important 1 th c mbrian School work by The Master o Apollo and Daphne and a painting attributed to Paul auguin are also eatured There is a large selection o important Asian anti ues led by a 17th c bron e kylin set with semi-precious stones and an early blanc de chine porcelain uanyin Kaja Veilleux with the seal o He Chao ong From the anti uities collection there is a Roman Imperial period Owner, Appraiser & Auctioneer carved marble head o the crowned goddess Diana and a 16th c French othic ivory triptych As always, the Saturday offerings will include an e cellent selection o olk art and marine items, eaturing three 19th c carved carousel animals, weathervanes, an important carved ship’s sternboard, and a rare sailor-made scrimshaw violin This day includes items o historic importance, such as a eorge Washington hand-written Revolutionary War era letter, a Lincoln signed Civil War appointment, and a scrimshaw decorated ermont powderhorn Rounding out the day are selections o anti ue American and European urniture, bo es, and oriental rugs On Sunday, August 26, the ocus is 20th Century arts and estate ewelry, eaturing artwork by Andrew Wyeth (including a study o the Olson House), amie Wyeth, Milton Avery, Maurice trillo, Las lo Moholy-Nagy, Bernard Buffet, Aiden Lassell Ripley, Waldo Peirce, T Allen Lawson, Howard Chandler Christy, Ernest Fiene, and William orach This day also includes a large group o works by contemporary Maine artists From the Russian collection si Faberg cra ted treasures are offered Among the estate silver group is a 162-pc cased Richelieu sterling atware set by Tiffany & Co , an important orham silver champagne bucket presented to Maine Senator William P Frye in 1901, and a Tiffany & Co Art Nouveau silver & copper vase The ewelry selection totals 1 7 lots, including: three large sapphire and diamond rings, a gem-set amingo orm brooch similar to the Duchess o Windsor’s iconic piece, and a ruby and diamond set articulated lobster brooch Furniture includes several Danish modern pieces by Brouer Mobel abrik and Arne Iverson Finally, there is an important 19th c ramed Italian micro-mosaic panel depicting St Peter’s Basilica and S uare, a circa 1880 S Presidential 8-pc Limoges porcelain sh set by Haviland, and an Art Nouveau bron e cane/umbrella stand by Charles Robert night — Kaja & the staff
ohn Bottero CAI, AARE, PPA ice President, Appraiser & Auctioneer
Paula Houst Chie Financial O cer
David Robichaud Chie Operations O cer
Dave Fletcher C atalog er
Carol Achterho Auctioneer & Cataloger
Eleanor uccola Contracts Specialist
Melissa ri n Customer Service
Chris Lawrence Lead Photographer
Brianna Anderson Photography Associate
Ben Holbrook Photography Associate
acob Dodd Operations Manager
athi Winchenbach Administrative Assistant
eniffer Cooley Marketing
Park Morrison Marketing
Frank Rolerson Operations Associate
Michael Palmer Operations Associate
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CONDITIONS of SALE
Please Note: Our Conditions of Sale have recently changed TERMS OF SALE: By registering to bid on any lot or any participation in an auction at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries (TPAG), you (the bidder or agent bidding on behalf of others, ref. par.13) agrees to be bound by these Conditions of Sale. CONDITION OF ITEMS & WARRANTY INFORMATION: Thomaston Place Auction Galleries (TPAG) makes every attempt to uphold the highest standards in the auction industry. Our goal is to consistently deliver the highest level of products and services to our customers. Our catalog descriptions represent what we have deemed appropriate to identify each object and we stand behind our descriptions as they relate to authenticity, however all items for sale are offered “as is,” and it is the bidder’s responsibility (present, absentee, phone or online) to determine the exact condition of each item. Our warranty does come with parameters and it is the bidder’s responsibility to understand those parameters fully. Please take time to familiarize yourself with what is covered and make your bidding decisions accordingly. 1) All items are “as is,” and it is the bidder’s responsibility to inspect, research, and determine the authenticity of all items upon which bids are placed. Determination of age, materials, condition, quality, authenticity, classification, purported history and perceived value, regardless of what is written or said by TPAG, is the sole responsibility of the bidder/buyer. 2) TPAG nor it’s consignor(s) makes any expressed or implied guarantees, warranties or representations in regard to the property merchantability or the correctness of the catalog or other description of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, medium or material, period, culture, source, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibition, literature or historic relevance of the property or otherwise. 3) The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not in any way imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of wear, imperfections or the effects of aging. 4) Condition Reports for items may be requested up to 48 hours prior to the date of the auction. We will make every effort to answer all submitted questions in a timely manner however, we cannot guarantee that a request submitted within 48 hours will be answered prior to the auction date. Neither TPAG nor it’s consignor makes any guarantee or warranty with regards to these reports. It is the buyer’s responsibility to examine each item and make their own assessment prior to the auction. 5) All items are sold for display purpose. If electrical, mechanical or other working parts are inoperable, even if working at the time of sale, TPAG is not liable due to the inherent nature of the age of antiques and items. 6) Goods made from or containing materials from protected species - TPAG does not accept any responsibility or liability for the sale of items containing materials from protected species or for any omissions in marketing or labeling goods as containing materials from protected species. Such materials include, but are not limited to ivory from elephants and walruses, tortoise shell, crocodile skin, whalebone, rhinoceros horn, some species of coral and certain woods. Restrictions on the importation, exportation, sale, transfer, and/or possession of goods containing materials from protected species derive from international, federal and state laws and regulations promulgated thereunder. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to research and satisfy the requirements of any laws and regulations that apply to the import and export of property as described in the aforementioned paragraphs. All buyers agree to comply with any and all domestic and international restrictions and licensing on the trade of protected species as a condition of the sale. The inability or delay in obtaining permits, licenses or other permissions to import or export goods containing material from protected species will not constitute a basis for rescission or cancellation of the sale or the delay of payment of purchased items in accordance with these bidder Terms and Conditions of Sale. If you are not able to make what you consider to be a comfortable decision about an item or if you believe an item may be incorrectly described in our catalog, we suggest that you refrain from bidding on said item.
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CONDITIONS of SALE RETURNS: 7) Items may be considered for return under very specific conditions and within 30 days after the auction. It is important that you pay for and acquire your item in a timely fashion. In the event we have made a significant attribution or disclosure of condition error such that there is a major effect on the value of an item, please contact us immediately (within 30 days after the auction.) We will review under the following circumstances: A. The item has been paid for and the buyer has possession of the item. B. The buyer must have the item reviewed by an independent party who is approved by TPAG, and is a recognized expert within the field of the item in question. C. The expert provides a written report with specific and detailed reasons as to why the item is not as it was represented to be. The written report must be submitted to TPAG. D. Our descriptions include what we deem to accurately portray an item’s general condition. However, opinions about condition can vary and as such, the auctioneer shall make the final determination in the possible event of a refund. E. The timeline for this process is 30 days from the date of the auction. In the event a committee or review board must convene to review the item, TPAG must be notified in order to extend the time beyond the 30 day limit. Otherwise, after 30 days, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. F. Once TPAG has accepted the ruling of the expert(s), the buyer is to return the item to TPAG at buyer’s expense. In order to be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in the same condition it was in when it left TPAG’s possession. G. In the event a refund is issued, it will be for the cost of the item, buyer’s premium and any sales tax paid. The refund will be made in the same form as the payment of the original transaction. 8) No Chargeback Policy - Purchasers agree that disputes of any nature will not be resolved by a credit card chargeback and further agree to refrain from filing any chargeback claim against Thomaston Place Auction Galleries and/or its credit card merchant. By purchasing with us, the purchaser waives the right to initiate a chargeback and furthermore agrees to pay a minimum of $500 plus administrative fees, attorney fees, and/or any other charges associated with responding to said chargeback. 9) Jewelry, Timepieces, Stamps & Coins: All sales are final. There are no returns or refunds for any reason. Jewelry and items with mechanical parts such as clocks, timepieces, mechanical banks, music boxes, etc. are sold “as-is” on the day of sale and may require servicing. The lack of a condition report does not imply that the item or lot is free from imperfections, defects or wear and tear of aging. This includes but is not limited to deficient stones, needed repair or defects. GENERAL INFORMATION: 10) Bidder recognition: The auctioneer shall only accept bids from properly registered bidders who place bids live on the auction floor, by absentee bid, telephone bid, or online bid. The auctioneer shall acknowledge the top bidder as the winner. In the event of a disputed bid, the auctioneer will have sole and exclusive authority to resolve the dispute and determine the winning bidder. 11) The auctioneer has sole discretion and reserves the right to: A. Reject or refuse to accept any bid or bidder that may be deemed inappropriate for any reason. B. Pass/withdraw any items in the auction which do not open at a price commensurate with the items’ value. C. Open bidding and bid up to, but not exceed the reserve on behalf of the seller. 12) Anyone 18 years of age or older and of good creditworthiness (as determined by TPAG), may bid at this auction, including the auction staff. 13) Bidding on behalf of others: Unless you are registered as a buyer’s agent prior to the start of the auction and we have written authorization from your buyer naming you as his/her appointed bidder, you are responsible for all the purchases under the terms and conditions of this bidding agreement. 14) Buyer’s Premium on all items purchased in this auction: The buyer’s premium is 17% for live, absentee, and phone bidders. The buyer’s premium is 20% for all internet bidders. 15) Reserves: Some items in this auction may be offered subject to a reserve, which is a confidential, minimum price, below which the item cannot be sold. No reserve may exceed the pre-auction low estimate as stated in the item description. 16) Any dispute or litigation resulting from the sale of items in this auction will take place in the judicial system in the State of Maine. 4
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CONDITIONS of SALE BIDDING INFORMATION: Bidding is an indication of your acceptance of all terms stated herein, including any changes/supplements added to the catalog, posted on our website, announced at the time of the sale or posted in the auction gallery, without exception. Acceptance of these terms and conditions constitutes a legal and binding contract and will be executed without exception. If you have any questions, please be sure to seek clarification before you bid. 17) Live Bidders: May register to bid any time during auction preview and during the auction. Unless you have previously registered with us, you will need to furnish at least one form of valid state or government issued identification. Your signature will be required to indicate acceptance of the Conditions of Sale. 18) Telephone and Absentee Bidders: May register in person, by fax, phone or email. To secure bids, every bidder is required to provide complete contact information, either a valid credit card number or a cash deposit of 20% of the low estimate, and acceptance of the terms and conditions of the auction. A. These bids should be in our possession by 5:00 PM the day prior to auction in order to be properly processed. NO phone bids will be accepted the day of the auction unless approved by TPAG management. Phone will be accepted on items with estimates greater than $500.00. Bids less than $500.00 must be executed by absentee bid only unless approved by TPAG management. B. Telephone and Absentee Bids are offered as a convenience to our buyers. TPAG will make reasonable effort to contact and carry out bids on behalf of its buyers but TPAG will not be liable for failure to do so or for errors or omissions in connection with absentee or phone bids. If we receive identical absentee bids on a particular lot and it is the highest bid, it will be sold to the person whose written bid was received and accepted first. 19) Online Bidders: Must follow the registration steps required by the applicable bidding platform and are subject to both the terms and conditions of the online bidding company AND TPAG. We will use reasonable efforts to carry out online bids and do not accept liability for equipment failure, inability to access the internet or software malfunctions related to the execution of online bids. PAYMENT: 20) Successful live bidders are expected to pay in full for all purchases immediately following the auction. Buyers must pay the entire amount including the hammer price, buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and other charges. 21) Successful absentee, phone, and online bidders will be notified of their purchases by email or regular mail within 5 business days of the auction. Payment is due no later than 15 days post sale. Payment for packing and shipping is a separate charge covered under the “Shipping” section. 22) All payments must be in US Dollars. We accept payments in cash, by personal, business, bank or cashier’s check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, PayPal and bank wire transfer. For domestic buyers, payments in excess of $25,000 must be made by wire transfer unless otherwise approved. For international buyers, payments by checks drawn on US banks or a wire transfer are the only acceptable methods of payment. 23) No items will leave TPAG until payment is made in full. 24) TPAG reserves the right to hold all merchandise until payments clear our bank. 25) All returned checks will be assessed a $35.00 processing fee. 26) In the event payment in full is not received within 15 days from the date of the auction, any outstanding amounts will be charged to the credit card on file. A. If payment is not received 30 days from the sale, there will be a 3% surcharge added to the total invoice, and; B. If no credit card is available or if payment has not been received within 30 days, TPAG will pursue alternate collection avenues in order to collect the balance due plus any storage, administrative, collection, attorney and/or court fees. C. After 30 days from the day of the sale, storage fees will be charged at $50 per item, per month. D. After 30 days, the warranty no longer applies. E. If payment in full is not received 45 days from the sale, all ownership rights to any items on a bidder’s invoice are forfeited and the bidder will be responsible for any outstanding amounts including, but not limited to storage and collection fees.
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CONDITIONS of SALE F. Additionally, TPAG may report the buyer’s name to other auction houses and online platforms regarding creditworthiness and restrict the buyer from future bidding at TPAG and our associated online platforms. SALES TAX 27) The State of Maine sales tax of 5.5% will be assessed on all purchases except when buyer provides a copy of a valid state-issued resale certificate (business type must pertain to the item/s being purchased) or if shipped anywhere except Maine. SHIPPING / PICK-UP / STORAGE FEES: 28) Buyers have several shipping options (see listings below). Shortly after the auction, you may receive an email from one or more shippers with a quote for shipping. Quotes for shipping large items may take longer. For pre-auction shipping quotes or other shipping information please contact: A. Global Packing & Shipping - Phone: 207-596-2926, Email: global@midcoast.com B. Sure Express - Phone: 1-800-335-9996, Email: judy@sureexpress.com C. Mail It 4U - Phone: 207-563-7667, Email: mailbox@tidewater.net Please note: These are shippers suggested by TPAG. We do not set shipping and packaging rates as they are established by the individual shippers. Buyers are free to choose whichever shippers they would like. All shipping arrangements and liabilities are made solely between buyer and shipper. 29) Buyers pay shippers directly. If either someone else other than the buyer, or a shipper other than one of the firms listed above, will be picking up your items, the buyer must inform us in advance so we may release the items. Items for shipment will not be released without an initialed release form or a verbal release. 30) Shipments will be insured for the full purchase price unless other coverage is requested by the buyer. Any damage or delivery issues (regardless of any assistance offered by TPAG) are between the buyer and their chosen shipper. 31) TPAG will not alter any catalog descriptions or declare less than the full purchase price on any international customs paperwork. All international customs documents and costs are the responsibility of the buyer. 32) All items must be picked up from our auction facility within 30 days of the sale unless prior arrangements have been made. For items unclaimed after 30 days: A. Items left at TPAG for more than 30 days will be subject to a storage fee of $50 per item, per month to be paid prior to collection of items. B. Items left at TPAG over 45 days after the date of sale may, at the sole discretion of TPAG, be re-sold on buyer’s behalf. The above costs of storage, plus any other costs directly related to the items and an auctioneer’s commission of 30% will be subtracted from the proceeds. C. Items unsold or unclaimed by 180 days from the date of this agreement will become the sole property of TPAG and may be sold or otherwise disposed of without reporting or liability of any sort to the buyer. 33) The inability to choose an acceptable shipping option is NOT a reason for non-payment of an item’s full purchase price. 34) Attention online bidders: Any items won during auction will not be available for pick-up until the first business day after the auction. Please call ahead! 35) Anyone planning to pick up property from TPAG, should call 24 hours in advance to make arrangements.
Kaja Veilleux: ME License # AUC902 Uniform Commercial Code: Maine Uniform Commercial Code, Title 11/ Section 2-328 applies to this auction Maine Auctioneer Rules and Regulations: Regulated by the Maine Board of Licensing of Auctioneers, 35 State House Station, Augusta ME 04333 6
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Auction Information Day 1
Our auctioneer sells approximately 70 - 80 lots per hour.
Auction Preview: Monday - Friday, August 20 through 24 from 9 am to 5 pm Saturday, August 25 | 11 am Lots 1001 to 1080 Lots 1081 to 1160 Lots 1161 to 1240 Lots 1241 to 1320 Lots 1321 to 1400 Lots 1401 to 1495
11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm -
12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm
IMPORTANT SESSIONS
Marine Art & Folk Art Lots 1001 - 1096
18th - 19th c. Fine Art & Antiques Lots 1098 - 1336
Sunday, August 26 | 11 am Lots 2001 to 2080 Lots 2081 to 2160 Lots 2161 to 2240 Lots 2241 to 2320 Lots 2321 to 2400 Lots 2401 to 2480 Lots 2481 to 2560 Lots 2561 to 2602
11 am 12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm -
12 pm 1 pm 2 pm 3 pm 4 pm 5 pm 6 pm 7 pm
Jewelry Lots 2001 - 2044 Lots 2097 - 2120 Lots 2156 - 2178 Lots 2211 - 2233
Asian Arts Lots 1337 - 1495
Contemporary Art Avery, Wyeth and more Lots 2045 - 2096
Maine Art & Artists Contemporary Art Lots 2490 - 2602
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Sure Express 1- 800-335-9996 judy@sureexpress.com
Mail It 4U 207-563-7667 mailbox@tidewater.net
Airports:
For accommodations contact:
Knox County Regional Airport Owls Head, Maine (207) 594-4131 Serviced by Cape Air with direct daily flights from Boston www.capeair.com
Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce 1 Park Drive Rockland, Maine 04841 800-562-2529 info@camdenrockland.com www.camdenrockland.com
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Dr. Arthur & Ruth Sokoloff Coral Gables, Florida
Lots 1354 - 1409 - Asian Arts Lots 2001 - 2044 - Jewelry Lots 2045 - 2079 - Fine Art
Miami Herald - Nov. 9, 1995
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DR. ARTHUR & RUTH SOKOLOFF WERE WORLD TRAVELERS who assembled an extraordinary art collection over a period of 60 years in their Coral Gables, Florida home. Dr. Sokoloff was a successful practicing dentist for 50 years, author of three books, and adjunct professor of Far Eastern Studies at the University of Miami. His wife, Ruth, was a respected interior designer with many satisfied clients throughout South Florida. During their 66 year marriage they raised six children. In 1957, they moved to a lovely Italian Renaissance style Coral Gables house that could accommodate their large and growing family. As the children grew older and eventually fled the nest, the Sokoloff ’s eye for collecting beautiful and rare treasures led them to transform their home to a more sophisticated, gallery-oriented design. They also met and befriended many local artists, authors and art dealers, including Milton (and Sally) Avery, Doris Lee, Fletcher Martin, and James Michener. Their favorite European travel destinations were France, Italy, and England. They also made many trips to China and Japan. Arthur’s fascination with the Orient inspired him to write several books applying Eastern philosophies for the Western mind. One of them, titled “Life Without Stress”, became a best seller. Many important additions to their fine art, Asian, antiquities and jewelry collections were found during these trips. Ruth used to say: “If you are acquiring something you really like at a price you think is fair – it is a purchase you will never regret.” Ruth passed away in 2010, and Arthur followed in 2017. The family has decided to disperse many important objects from their estate so that they can be preserved and appreciated by future generations for years to come.
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SATURDAY
AUGUST 25 Lots 1001 - 1495
1036 Lars Thorsen (1877 - 1952) “Grand Banks Fishermen, Noank”
1001 STRONG FIREARMS MARINE SIGNAL CANNON - Fine Quality Brass Yachting Cannon on Mahogany Naval Carriage with lignum vitae wheels, marked “MANF’D. THE STRONG FIREARMS CO., NEW HAVEN, CONN., U.S.A.”, around an eagle. Circa 1870-1880. The wheels retain the original brass axle caps, pins and washers. The sides of the carriages retain the original through bolts and tie-down brackets, and mounted to the base of the carriage the original brass threaded rod and wheel elevator mechanism. 18” long overall, 11” tall, 10” wide. 7/8” bore. Near fine condition, small dings to top of barrel, repaired firing mechanism. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: Descended from Andrew L. Riker, (18681939) of Rikers Island, NY. Used at the Black Rock Yacht Club and The Pequot Yacht Club, Southport, CT. 1001
1002 CHINA TRADE PAINTING - Ship’s Portrait of an American Clipper under sail, approaching the Hong Kong hills, signal flags up, oil on canvas, unsigned, in gold frame with linen liner, OS: 31” x 40”, SS: 25” x 30”. Cleaned, relined and retouched. $3,500 - $4,500
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1003 GREGORY MARINE SIGNAL CANNON - Fine Quality Brass Yachting Cannon on Mahogany Naval Carriage with lignum vitae wheels, marked “WM. GREGORY, 214 FRONT ST. NY.” Circa 1880-1890. The wheels retain the original brass axle caps, pins and washers. The sides of the carriages retain the original through bolts and tie-down brackets, and mounted to the base of the carriage the original brass threaded rod and wheel elevator mechanism. 20 1/2” long overall, 10” tall, 10 1/2” wide. 7/8” bore. Fine condition, shrinkage cracks to wheels. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: Descended from Andrew L. Riker, (18681939) of Rikers Island, NY. Used at the Black Rock Yacht Club and The Pequot Yacht Club, Southport, CT. 1003
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1005 19TH C. VIOLIN WITH SAILOR FOLK ART DECORATION Scrimshaw by American Whaling Sailor Frederick Wells of Long Island, having a whale form tailpiece with his name and the date, bridge decorated with a right whale on each side, a fingerboard with an image of the ship with crossed anchors, the sailor at work and his beautiful girl in a laurel wreath with initials ‘FW’ above; plus two, one with the sun and an American shield, the other with a floral blossom on both sides. The scrimshaw is set on an original marked “HOPF” violin, made in Klingenthal, Saxony, Germany, a ‘Stainer’ copy, made of a two-piece table of spruce, back of maple with irregular fine figure, ribs of mediumfine figure, neck, pegbox and scroll of medium-fine figured maple, and a deep reddish-purple varnish. The owner has added buff and pea green pinstriping at the edge. 14” body, 23” overall. In the original fitted wooden case with pinstriping, wallpaper lining. Repaired crack to back of violin, case is 5 1/2” x 29” x 8”. A rare and fine example of a sailor’s ‘fiddle’, from the peak of the whaling era. $5,000 - $7,000
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1004 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH OF NAPOLEON - 19th c. “Napoleon and the Duchess of Guiche”, in polychrome scrimshaw, depicting the Emperor’s meeting with Aglae de Polignac, Duchess of Guiche, daughter of Gabrielle de Polastron, favorite and confidant of Marie Antoinette, who has brought an appeal for clemency from the Comte d’Artois and other exiled French noblemen. 7 1/4” long. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
1006 CHINA TRADE PAINTING - Early 19th c. View of Shipping at the Hongs of Canton, marked “AMOY” on the stretcher, in the original gilt Chinese frame, OS: 21 1/4” x 34”, SS: 17 1/4” x 30”. Relined. $6,000 - $8,000
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1007 PAIR OF SCRIMSHAWN WHALES TEETH ON PLAQUE - 20th c., in 19th c. style: Portrait of a Sea Captain and his Wife, in geometric ovals with whaling tools above and below each, mounted on a black lacquered wooden shield, 6” teeth on 10” x 10” mount. Shrinkage cracks. $1,000 - $2,000 1007
1008 SAILOR’S VALENTINE - 19th c. Folk Art Sailor’s Valentine, artfully arranged multicolor shells in a hinged octagonal wooden case, heart and circular shaped motifs, under glass, one side of case exterior is unfinished, case (closed): 3” high, 9” x 9”, open: 18 1/4” wide. Two small gouges to case exterior, case surface scratches, breaks/losses to a few shells inside case. $2,000 - $2,500
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1009 ANTONIO NICOLO GASPARO JACOBSEN (NY/NJ, 18501921) - Portrait of British Clipper Ship “Belford”, under full sail, oil on canvas, signed lower right and with his 31 Palisades Av., West Hoboken, NJ address, in gilt cove frame, OS: 27 1/2” x 41”, SS: 22” x 35 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $7,000 - $9,000
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1010 19TH C. MAINE SEA CHEST WITH SCHOONER PAINTING INSIDE Six-Board Pine Sea Chest descended in the Stanley Boat Building family of Bass Harbor and Southwest Harbor, Maine, in a slate grey paint, with the original rope beckets, interior with two tills, painting of Two Mast Schooner inside lid, surrounded by fancy polychrome scrollwork on a pink field, 14” x 34” x 17”. Good condition, expected wear to the exterior. $1,000 - $1,500
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1011 ANTONIO NICOLO GASPARO JACOBSEN (NY/NJ/DENMARK, 1850-1921) - Portrait of the Steam/Sail Yacht ‘Columbia’, underway by steam, flying the New York Yacht Club burgee. Oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1901, with the artist’s 31 Palisades Avenue, Hoboken, NJ address inscribed below. In gold cove frame with beaded liner, OS: 22 3/4” x 35 3/4”, SS: 17 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $6,500 - $8,500 1011
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1013 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c., in 19th c. style: Portrait of a Sea Captain inscribed “Late of Wilmington: Capt. Charles E. Lee - Gazelle, 1861”, his bust surrounded by rope; the reverse with two ribands reading “Gained a Friend” & “God Save the Queen”. On a teak turntable base, 6” tooth, 8” tall overall, 4 3/4” diam. base. $1,000 - $2,000
1014 LARGE PRIMITIVE SHIP MODEL IN CASE - Model of the Three-Mast Schooner “Leonora”, formerly the whaling brig “Leonora” of New Bedford, built 1871. This model circa 1910, possibly by one of 1014 her crew, found in Maine. In wood with cotton sails, corded rigging. 41” x 60” x 12” model in cradle, neither attached. On oak plinth with oak and glass cover. 79 1/2” tall, 70 1/4” x 21 1/2”. $800 - $1,000
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1015 CHINESE CAMPHORWOOD CHEST - Substantial Brass-Bound Camphorwood Chest with reticulated brass fortune cartouche on the hinged lid, single plank dovetailed case (of 1” stock!), shaped brasses, heavy brass corner and latch, the unfinished interior having two lift-out full sized trays, leaving half the depth below, the lid set by four butt hinges and a folding stop, 22 3/4” x 44” x 22”. Shrinkage cracks, minor loss to back, later metal ball casters. $1,000 - $1,500
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1016 MILTON JEWETT BURNS (NY/OH, 1853-1933) - “Two Fishermen in a Dory”, oil on hardboard, signed lower right and dated 1881, inscribed verso “Signed Burns, 81’; Burns was Winslow Homer’s friend, co-worker and illustrator for Harper’s Weekly and Harper’s Magazine and Scribner’s later. Works to be found in old Harpers from Civil War times on. L.G.H.” In gilt cove frame with linen liner, OS: 18 3/4” x 23 3/4”, SS: 8 3/4” x 13 3/4”. Very 1016 fine overall craquelure. $4,000 - $6,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1012 SHIP’S QUARTERBOARD OF THE SCHOONER “LEONORA” WRECKED 1909 - Carved and Painted Wood Quarterboard in black and yellow, 7” x 71”, weathered. The Three-Mast Schooner “Leonora”, formerly the whaling brig “Leonora” of New Bedford, built 1871. She was 458 tons, owned by Gilbert Transportation Company of Mystic, Conn. Registered in New London, Conn. She departed Round Top, Maine Dec 2, 1907, with a load of fish scrap, bound for Charleston, S.C. Seven man crew with W.H. Gilchrest as Master. Grounded in squall on Cape Hatteras when her pumps failed on the 9th, broke up on the 10th. Attempted rescue by Hatteras and Cape Hill Life Saving Squads, only seaman Harry Steab and cook Rudolph Almeda survived. $600 - $800
1017 19TH C. FLOOR MODEL FRENCH MADE TELESCOPE - Large Two Pull Solid Brass Telescope on the original mahogany bronze fitted tripod, manufactured by A. Bardou of Paris for Andrew J. Lloyd Company of Boston (1883) and marked as such. Eyepiece has trammel focus, 38” tube has 2 1/2” objective, retains original lens cover. Includes wooden storage box with second eyepiece, solid brass tripod stretchers. 55” tripod, 36” foot to foot. Near fine condition a few light scratches and speckling to tube, optics are fine. $1,200 - $1,800
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1018 WILLIAM HOWARD YORKE (UK/CANADA, 18471921) “Steamsail Ship Theresina”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1883, the ship depicted with eight figures on deck, in replica Arts & Crafts gilt frame with tag. OS: 33” x 45”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $4,000 - $6,000 1018
1019 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c., in 19th c. style: Portrait of “Sandwich Hero, Ship Gen. Pike, 1843”, a cartouche portrait with allegory for Liberty and Justice above; the reverse depicting whaling ship with record of catch, “Cetacean Prize, Jan to Dec 1843, A Fine Human - Master Andrew Pyne”. Mounted on a teak base, 8” tooth, 11” tall overall, 4” diam. base. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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1020 SHIP’S STERNBOARD FROM THE “VICTORY CHIMES” - Ten-foot Carved, Painted and Gilt Deep Relief Sternboard of an American Eagle, attributed to Harold Stanley of Rockland, Maine. “Victory Chimes” is the last surviving Chesapeake Ram Schooner. Its image appears on the Maine State quarter. Built in 1900 and originally named “Edwin & Maud” after the children of the first captain, Robert E. Riggin. Renamed “Victory Chimes” in 1954. Most likely this sternboard was made for this overhaul. Renamed in 1988 “Domino Effect” and change back to “Victory Chimes” in 1989. Condition: Restored, regilded, with existing shrinkage cracks. 118” (9’-10”) long, 24” tall, 6” deep. $8,000 - $12,000
1021 PERCY SANBORN (ME, 1849-1929) - “Ship ‘Onward’; John Frederick Nickels, Master, Searsport, Me.; Built at Damariscotta, Me. 1847.”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, captioned with title as above, depicting a three-mast ship with eight men on deck, under full sail, three ships and lighthouse in background. Housed in the original gold matched corner frame, OS: 29” x 41”, SS: 21 1/2” x 33 1/2”. Retouched at bottom, one tiny frame bit missing. $10,000 - $15,000 PROVENANCE: Painted for John Frederick Nickels, Master of the Onward, and passed by descent to the consignor. Full provenance avail1021 able to buyer. 14
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1022 FEDERAL PERIOD COURTHOUSE EAGLE - Early 19th c. New England Carved and Gilt Wood American Eagle with wings spread, standing atop a rocky outcrop in walnut finish, probably architectural, a wall bracket mount, 15” x 27” x 9”. Chip to one wingtip. $2,500 - $3,500
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1023 HALF HULL & HISTORY BOOK ON VICTIMS OF CONFEDERATE RAIDER - 20th c. Half Hull of the Whaling Ship “Abigail”, inscribed “310 tons, Built 1821 - New Bedford, captured and burned by C.S.S. Shenandoah, 1865”, along with the book “The Confederate Raiders” by Thomas J. Coughlin, assisted by Lieut. Sean Coughlin, USMC, Illustrated by Louis Dodd, published by the American Merchant Marine Museum Foundation, at the United States Merchant Marine Academy, 1991, first edition, signed by Thos. Coughlin & Louis Dodd. The plaque is 9 1/2” x 32”. The book is 11 1/2” x 9”. Both are in fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1024 SAILOR’S VALENTINE - 19th c. Sailor’s Valentine in Oval Walnut Shadowbox Frame, shellwork arrayed around a central floral design, dovetailed frame construction, gilded inner lip, wood backing, 21” x 18” x 4 1/2” deep. Scratch to lip, shrinkage crack to backing. $2,500 - $3,500
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1025 MID-19TH C. CHINESE LARGE MECHANICAL CAMPHORWOOD WRITING BOX - Portable Desk in brass bound camphorwood with flush mount brass lifts, a roll-back tambour top at back that is activated by opening the paper drawer below the writing surface, which is also released by the opening of the locking drawer (which has key, the lock marked as British Made). the back case is partitioned for pens and ink bottles, made from select figured and curly stock. 11” x 21 1/4” x 17”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,600
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1026 REGINALD NICKERSON (MA, 1915-1999) - Portrait of the Three-Mast Schooner “J.W. Hall” under Full Sail, lighthouse in foreground, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in gold molded panel frame, 1026 OS: 29” x 42”, SS: 25” x 38”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1027 BELLAMY STYLE EAGLE PLAQUE - Carved Wood Plaque of a Spreadwing Eagle with “Don’t Give Up the Ship!” Banner, 20th c., roughly 29” x 10” x 3 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1028 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c., in 19th c. style: Large Bull Whale Tooth inscribed “The End of a Tail of a Whale”, depicting whale sub1028 merging, longboat and iceberg, with engraved oval silver plate “Miriam Coffin, 1840, and marked “From your friend C.C. Kotzebues”, mounted on a base with another whale in relief engraved “J.P. Knowles II, Thomas Knowles & Co.” 8” long tooth, 4 1/4” x 10” x 4 1/2” overall. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
1029 EDWARD A. HARVEY (MA, 1862-1917) - Two Mast Schooner “Harriet”, entering harbor, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated 1-15, in gold gesso cove frame, OS: 30” x 42”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Fine overall craquelure, loss to frame corners. $2,000 - $2,500
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1030 EARLY 19TH C. SEA CAPTAIN’S LIQUOR BOX - Shipboard Carpenter Made Case in cedar with iron strapping, lock and side lifts, wallpaper and velvet lined, hinged lid with lock and original key, with lift-out center tray. Interior fitted with slots and lift-out tray holding matching gilt decorated blown glassware, including: six 9 1/2” tall decanters, six 5 3/4” high stoppered bottles, a 2 1/8” tall shot glass, two 4 1/2” tall wine glasses, and two 3” tall tumblers. 10 1/4” high, 14” x 9 3/4”. Two lid cracks, one lid hinge broken, base shrinkage cracks, one decanter has a base edge occlusion, one tumbler has a glued break, glass bubbles and irregularities. $1,500 - $2,500
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1031 MARSHALL JOHNSON, JR. (MA, 1850-1921) - Schooner and Brigantine Passing, oil on canvas, signed lower left, label verso from Charles E. Cobb, 36 Boyleston Street, Boston, in gold cove frame, OS: 26 1/4” x 30 1/4”, SS: 18 1/4” x 24 1/4”. Craquelure. $2,000 - $3,000
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1032 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c., in 19th c. style, Portrait of a Sea Captain, with riband inscribed “Daniel Palkin - Master Mariner - Phocian”, dated 1863, marked at bottom “Carved with thanks, J.M.” The reverse is a Dentist’s advertisement: “A Patent’s Tooth”, depicting an elderly woman having a tooth pulled, inscribed “James Mara, Surgeon Dentist, ‘Taming the Shrew’, 22 Cheapside, New Bedford, A gift”. 7 1/2” long. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 16
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1033 ANTEBELLUM SHIPBUILDER’S HALF HULL - Monumental Hardwood Builder’s Model for a Three-Mast Schooner, probably built in the Amos Dyer Yard in Millbridge, Maine, circa 1858. Marked on back “Amos Dyer, Cherryfield” in paint, and with a mid-19th c. shipping label from the Eastern Express Co. of Boston. The model is a 14 tier laminate, 68” long, on a 71” x 11 3/4” pine backplate. Amos W. Dyer (7 July 1813-7 Sept 1866) owned one of the three active shipyards in Millbridge in 1858: J.W. Sawyer, Ezekial Dyer and Amos Dyer. According to the “Daily Eastern Argus” newspaper of 20 May, 1863, Amos Dyer had three ships totaling 1300 tons in the stocks. He is buried in Pine Grove Cemetery in Cherryfield, Washington County. $2,000 - $3,000
1034 (2) CARVED WOODEN EAGLE PLAQUES - (2) Hand Carved and Painted Spread Wing Eagle Plaques by Rockport, Maine Folk Artist Dick Steele, the largest eagle grasping a stars and stripes shield, signed on front of banner, 35 3/4” wide, 10 3/4” high, the smaller with eagle grasping arrows and feather, signed above arrows, 20 1/2” wide, 6” high. Minor paint losses near bases. $600 - $800
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1035 PAIR OF 18TH C. SCOTTISH NAVAL CANNON - Blomefield Style 6 Pounder Smooth Bore Muzzle Loader Iron Canon 45 1/2”, 3 1/2” bore, 16” trunnion, having a Crown mark and “6Pr” on top, set into replica 4 truck stepped oak naval carriages, 29” x 32” x 19”. Cleaned and in stoveblack finish. Thomas Blomefield, Master General of Ordnance, designed this gun as a replacement for the less reliable Armstrong-Frederick pattern, it was the standard in the Royal Navy by 1794, $6,000 - $8,000
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1036 LARS THORSEN (CT, 1877-1952) - “Grand Banks Fishermen, Noank”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled and signed verso, also with Mystic Bicentennial Exhibition label, 1976, No. 104. The frame has a tag that reads “The Gedney Bunce Prize, The Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts, Twenty-Seventh Annual Exhibition, 1937”. Housed in the original hand carved watergilt matched corner frame, OS: 45” x 54”, SS: 39 1/2” x 45 1/2”. Very good condition. $10,000 - $15,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1037 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c. in 19th c. style, Whale’s Tooth with inlaid “AHW” monogram, signed Louis LeBreton, having an inscribed riband that reads “Peche a La Baleine dans Les Mers de Sud” (Whale Fishing in South Seas), and a whaling scene with ship and longboats on the reverse, on a custom fitted teak stand, loose, 6 1/4” long tooth, 4 3/4” x 6 1/4” x 2 1/4” overall. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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1038 LINCOLN & WELLES SIGNED 1861 NAVAL APPOINTMENT OF WAR HERO HENRY (HAL) WILLIAM MILLER OF MORRISTOWN, NJ. - Appointment as Lieutenant of the US Navy as of the 18th April of 1861 (four days after Sumter fell), but not signed by Lincoln until the 5th of August, countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Gideon Wells and docketed 1038 by Registrar William P. Moran. Vellum, retaining the paper seal, engraved eagle in top margin, engraved Neptune with attendants and martial symbols in bottom margin, by the American Bank Note Co., New York. 17 3/4” x 14 1/2”. Folded, corner ends. Henry (Hal) William Miller was born in Morristown, New Jersey on May 8, 1836. He was the son of US Senator Jacob Welsh Miller of New Jersey. $10,000 - $15,000 1039 X-RARE SHIP’S LOGBOOK OF THE USN STEAM FRIGATE “MINNESOTA”, EAST ASIAN SQUADRON, CHARTING HONG KONG TO SINGAPORE 1857 - Kept by Midshipman Henry (Harry) William Miller (1836-1909) for Captain (later Vice Admiral) Samuel F. DuPont (1803-1865), signed by DuPont throughout. After graduating from the US Naval Academy in 1857, he served aboard the USS “Minnesota” under Capt. Samuel F. DuPont, as part of the East India Squadron, with a US Minister on board. They departed Hampton Roads June 25th, 1857 (he had graduated on June 10th), and arrived in Hong Kong on Nov 6th, 1857. They then traveled to Manila, the Pei-ho River (to Tien Tsin), the Woosing River, the Yan-Tse-Kiang River, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ceylon, Colombo, Bombay, Muskat, Cape Town and back to Boston on June 2nd, 1859. Includes a 13” x 29” fold-out tis1039 sue map of the Pie-ho River from its mouth up to Tien Tsin. 15 1/2” x 10 1/2” book, wrapped in oilcloth and inscribed, 220 blue pages. Very good condition. $5,000 - $7,500 1040 19TH C. ENGLISH CAMPAIGN CHEST - A very nice circa 1860 Anglo-Indian Two-Part Campaign Chest in camphorwood with flush mount brass fittings, the upper section having two short drawers over one long drawer; the lower section with two long graduated drawers, set on the original soft turned feet, having high quality brass corners, bindings, pulls and end lifts. 44 1/2” x 42” x 20”. Good condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1041 JAMES JOSEPH BRERETON (UK, 1954 - ) - “Pirate Cove”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled on Quester Gallery of Stonington, CT label verso, in replica Victorian gilt gesso cove frame, OS: 29” x 41”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. A few faint lines of craquelure at center, otherwise fine. 1041 $2,000 - $2,500 18
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1043 SAILOR MADE WOODEN CRIMPING WHEEL - 19th c. Hand-Crafted Hardwood Inlaid Pie Crimper, 7” long. Nice patina, some inlay gone. $300 - $400
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1044 LARGE SHIP’S PORTRAIT WOOLIE - Sailor-Made “Woolie” Portrait of a Massive Four-Mast Schooner, with American and signal flags on halyard, probably a Maine lumber ship, with lighthouse and smaller schooners in foreground, housed in what is probably the original mitered pine frame, under glass, OS: 34 1/2” x 48 1/2”, SS: 27” x 41”. Faded. 1044 $1,800 - $2,400
1045 METAL SAILING SHIP WEATHERVANE - Three-Masted Cut Steel Ship Weathervane with Directionals, includes rooftop peak mount, mid 20th c., 56” x 36” x 16”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1046 W.P. (WILLIAM PIERCE) STUBBS (MA/ME, 1842-1909) Boston Brigantine Struggling in High Seas, oil on canvas, signed lower left, circa 1885, in molded red walnut frame with gilt liner, OS: 26” x 40 1/2”, SS: 21” x 35 1/2”. Cleaned and relined, fine craquelure. 1046 $1,500 - $2,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1042 PAIR OF SCRIMSHAWN WHALES TEETH - 20th c. Teeth in 19th c. style, numbered ‘1’ & ‘2’, the first inscribed “The Shipyard”, depicting a carpenter at work, the reverse reading “Sea Life - Repairing the Bow of a New Bedford Whaler”, the second “Feeding the Fires”, depicting a whaler at work, reading verso “Sea Life - Feeding the Fires aboard the Whaling Ship to Render the Blubber”. Both on a single teak display platform, having turntable mounts, 5 1/2” teeth, 7” x 13 1/2” x 5” overall. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
1047 SCRIMSHAWN WHALE’S TOOTH - 20th c., in 19th c. style, having a slave theme, one side with whipping scene captioned “Slaves of Patagonia”, the other “Freemen in Jamaca?” (sic), the edge inscribed “Eliza Adams, Ship Outward Bound - Rerigged Kingston”, on rotating teak museum stand. 7” tooth, 8 3/4” x 6” diam. overall. Fine condition, one resin filled shrinkage crack. $1,000 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: Includes Sept 1980 receipt from Ye Olde Ship Store in Kauai, Hawaii, indicating this was from the collection of Richard A. Calhoun, signed by Fred von Wiegen.
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1048 PERIOD PAINTING OF A NAPOLEONIC WARS NAVAL BATTLE - English vs. French Frigates Exchange Fire within sight of the coast, oil on canvas, unsigned, in the original frame, which has since been painted black, OS: 20 1/2” x 27 1/2”, SS: 16 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Good condition, one small repaired puncture in sky on left. $1,500 - $2,000 1048
1049 SHEET METAL SHIP WEATHERVANE - Shop-Made Santa Maria on Wave Horizon, in torch-cut sheet iron, with tall stand. 40” x 42”, 7” x 9” base. Corroded. $1,500 - $2,000
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1050 MARITIME PAINTING - Sailor-Made Portrait of Three Old Salts Smoking in a Skiff, in an active harbor at dawn, oil on sailcloth, unsigned, circa 1900, in a handmade rowing oar form frame, OS: 46 1/2” x 57”, SS: 26” x 35”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1051 JACK LORIMER GRAY (NY/CANADA, 19271981) - (2) Framed Drawings: “Long-Liner at Sea” & “Nova Scotian Tancook Schooner”, dry marker and India ink, initialed, titled verso, in matching gilt roped frames, matted under UV glass, OS: 17 1/2” x 20”, SS: 8” x 11”. 1051 Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 20
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1052 SALVATORE COLACICCIO (CAN/UK/ITALY, 1935 - ) - American Whaler Setting Out, oil on masonite, signed lower left, in speckled gold molded frame, OS: 34” x 46”, SS: 29 1/2” x 41 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1053 STANLEY MASSEY ARTHURS (DE, 1877-1950) - The Naval Battle of Scheveningen, between the English and the Dutch, 31 July 1653 (10 August Gregorian calendar), the final battle of the Anglo-Dutch War, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in faux weathered molded frame with linen and gilt liner, OS: 30” x 41 3/4”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Fine craquelure, stretcher impression. $500 - $800
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1054 GOLD EAGLE WEATHERVANE - Full Body Spreadwing Eagle in gold painted copper, perched on a copper globe, freestanding on a custom metal stand, roughly 34” x 30” x 20”. Repair brace to back, tail and beak bent down, one wing tip bent. $700 - $900
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1055 GRENFELL RUG - 27” x 39” - Grenfell Labrador Industries Pictorial Rug, depicting three schooners in an ice field, lighthouse upper left, tag on reverse. Lightly sun faded. $1,000 - $1,500
1056 VINTAGE GRENFELL HOOKED MAT - 10 1/2” x 8” - Circa 1920s Miniature Mat depicting a Puffin on a Rock, with integral tan frame, mounted on a black wrapped stretcher. Fine condition. 1056 Made at the Grenfell Mission in Newfoundland and Labrador. $400 - $600 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1057 FOLK ART CARVED SEAGULL IN FLIGHT - Carved and Painted Softwood Life-Sized Seagull, with wings fully spread, head down, legs pulled back, in full flight, having glass eyes, hanging from a chain, but also with a small hole next to one leg for pole mount, roughly 46” x 25” x 12”. Repair to one wing tip. $700 - $900
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1058 TUCK & HOLAND STRIPED BASS WEATHERVANE - Full Body Copper Striped Bass Form Weathervane by Tuck & Holand Metal Sculptors, Vineyard Haven, MA, from a limited edition of 50 handcrafted by Anthony Holand, on custom museum stand, accompanied by a photo of this weathervane in the maker’s workshop, figure only: 20” high, 48” x 7 1/2”. Good condition. $5,000 - $7,000 1058
1059 FOLK ART WINDMILL - Circa 1920-30 New England Yard Decoration in painted wood with wire mesh blades, copper domed roof, green, yellow and white flat paint. Roughly 33” x 25” x 13”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1060 MAINE PAINTED DRY SINK - 18th c. Pine Dry Sink in dumpcart blue paint, having an overhanging deep trough top, having an underhung cabinet with single door, resting on turned legs, with slat stretchers, 32 1/2” tall overall, 28” to interior working surface, 56” x 24”. Good condition, nice age and use patina. $1,500 - $2,000 1060
1061 FEDERAL PERIOD WALLPAPER COVERED BANDBOX - Circa 1830s Wallpaper Covered Chipboard Hatbox, with block printed decoration in greys, blue, and brown on a yellowish-cream ground, lid depicting a theatrical scene with three figures and a dog, base with repeating images of cherubs suspending a crown above a woman (possibly the Virgin Mary) petting a lamb, with a single string loop handle to one side, unmarked, 11 1/8” high, 16 7/8” x 13 1/4”. Surface wear and soiling, edge tears and losses, stitched repairs to lid and base rims. This box was discovered in the same attic, and it has the same lid edge decoration as the bandbox (Lot 1062) with the Henry Cushing & Co., Providence (RI) label, 1061 so it is likely also by this maker. $1,000 - $1,500 22
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1063 PAIR OF FEDERAL PERIOD MINIATURE PORTRAITS Portraits of a Wealthy Young Couple on bright orange backgrounds, watercolor on paper, unsigned, probably New England, in what are probably the original grain painted panel frames, under modern nonglare glass, OS: 10” x 9”, SS: 5 1/2” x 4 11/2”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1064 PAIR OF MINIATURE PORTRAITS FROM THE HANNIBAL HAMLIN HOUSE , PARIS HILL, PARIS, MAINE - Naive Bust Portraits of a Man and a Woman, circa 1805, watercolor on cardstock, the man holding rolled paper and eyeglasses, the woman with book, in matching mitered block corner figured mahogany frames, under glass. OS: 7 1/2” x 6 3/4”, SS: 4 1/2” x 3 3/4”, toned. $800 - $1,200
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1065 19TH C. TIGER MAPLE SLANT FRONT DESK - Diminutive Desk with exposed dovetail case, fitted interior with shaped drawers and valanced compartments, the case holding four graduated molded edge drawers retaining what appears to be the original butterfly brasses, resting on a molded bracket base, 39 1/2” x 32” x 18”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1066 COLONIAL ERA WALL HANGING PIPE BOX - 18th c. Cherry Pipe Box with tombstone hanger top, heart pierced box front, the face curved out to accommodate a single scratch decorated drawer with small brass $1,000 - $1,500 1066 knob. 20 1/2” x 4 1/2” x 5”. Good condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1062 FEDERAL PERIOD WALLPAPER COVERED BANDBOX, PROVIDENCE RI. - Circa 1835 Chipboard Lozenge Shaped Hatbox by Henry Cushing of Providence, with block printed decoration in five colors, featuring ships and a lighthouse on top, captioned “(S)ANDY HOOK”, with geometric banded edge; the lower portion having a continuous frieze of hunters in tricorn hats, with horses and hounds, 10” x 15” x 11 1/2”. Minor wear and soiling, a remarkable survivor. Paper label on underside of lid reads “Henry Cushing & Co. Manufacturers of, and Dealers in Paper Hangings & Band Boxes, No. 68 Westminster Street, Providence. Henry Cushing, Francis Read”. $1,000 - $1,500
1067 SIGNED 1835 SCHOOLGIRL PICTORIAL NEEDLEWORK - White Rose in Basket with Butterfly, silk on cotton, inscribed on front in pencil “Wrought by Emily Wilder, Olive L. Nelson, Instructress”; old paper label verso reads “Mrs. Eliza W. Wicks thinks Emily Wilder, her sister was about ten years old when she wrought this in school. That would be about 1835. N.A. Wilder”. In the original mitered tiger maple frame, under old glass, with the original backboard, OS: 11 1/2” x 9 1/2”, SS: 7 1/4” x 5 1/4”. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1068 FEDERAL PERIOD SAMPLER - Alphabet, Blossom and Sentiment Sampler in silk and wool on linen, with sentiment “May I govern my passions with absolute sway, And grow wiser and better as life wears away”., signed “Mary F. Howard, Wareham (Mass), born Oct 29, 1816, aged 11 years.” Housed in what is probably the original lemon gold ripple frame, under old glass, with the original backboard, OS: 19 1/2” x 19”, SS: 16 3/4” x 16 1/4”. Fine condition. Mary Foster Howard was born October 29, 1816, in Wareham, Plymouth County, Mass, and died there aged 26 on Jan 1, 1843. She is buried at the Centre Cemetery in that town. $1,500 - $2,000
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1069 SUMMER/WINTER COVERLET AMERICAN PATRIOTIC & MASONIC THEME - 82” x 88” - Choice circa 1840 Full Sized Jacquard Woven Wool Bedspread, in ivory and Prussian blue, having a floral cartouche, a field of scattered stars and a border of Independence Hall, full body spreadwing eagles with shields and Masonic symbology, marked in two corners “Agriculture and Manufactures are the Foundation of our Independence”, fringed on all edges. Some discoloration, otherwise fine. $500 - $1,000
1070 18TH C. TIGER MAPLE CHEST ON CHEST - New England Colonial Period Chest on Chest, the upper case having a flat molded cornice, a fan carved center drawer flanked by two drawers over four graduated drawers, the lower case having a molded receiver, four graduated drawers with later butterfly brasses, resting on a molded bracket base, 72 1/2” x 38 1/4” x 18 3/4”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000
1071 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Fairbury Nebraska Bull, 50 pounds, original surface, possibly Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois, on original plate stand. 18” x 24 1/2” x 10”. Very good 1071 condition. $2,500 - $3,500 24
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1072 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT Barnacle Eye Rooster Windmill Weight, 30 pounds, original surface, possibly Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois, on original plate stand. 18” x 19” x 3”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,600 1072
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1073 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Fairbury Nebraska Bull, 50 pounds, original paint, possibly Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois, on original plate stand. 18” x 24 1/2” x 10”. Very good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
1074 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Mogul Chicken Windmill Weight, 65 pounds, original surface, possibly Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois, on later stand. 18” x 24 1/2” x 10”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,600 1074
1075 (6) COUNTRY SHERATON TIGER MAPLE DINING CHAIRS - Scarce Set of(2) Arm & (4) Side, circa 1830, New England, in highly figured and colorful rampant or curly maple, having bold yoke rail and shaped splats, old rush seats, turned front legs and stretcher, doubled dowel stretchers on sides, the armchairs having broad scrolled arms with turned bottom bolt covers, sidechairs have 18” seat, 35” back, 18 1/2” x 19”; armchairs have 18” seats, 35” back, 20 1/2” x 18 1/2”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1076 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT Chicken Windmill Weight, 25 pounds, original surface, marked “10 ft No 2”, on the original base, 13 1/2” x 17” x 4”. Good condition. $900 - $1,200
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1077 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Grand Mogul Bull, 80 pounds, original surface, possibly Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois, on original plate stand. 18 1/2” x 25” x 10”. Light corrosion. $1,600 - $2,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1078 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Small Rooster Windmill Weight, 25 pounds, original surface, marked “HUMMER E134”, on display base, 11 1/2” x 10” x 5” overall. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1079 CAST IRON FIGURAL WINDMILL WEIGHT - Crescent Moon Windmill Weight, original surface, on display stand, 14 1/2” x 16” x 6” overall. Good condition. $900 - $1,200
1080 (SET OF 8) FEDERAL PERIOD MAPLE SIDECHAIRS - A Lovely Set of Curly and Bird’s-eye Maple Dining Chairs having pillow back crest rails over a pierced back with central medallion, flanked by acanthus leaf carving, good rush seats, set on intricately turned legs. Probably New York, first quarter 19th c., 18” seat, 33” back. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1081 EARLY 19TH C. MAINE EXTERIOR COMMERCIAL SIGN - Sign from Alna, ME. “M.A. Peaslee, Millinery, Bonnets Bleached & Pressed, self-framed, 16” x 83”. Weathered, portion of end frame gone. $800 - $1,200
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1082 FOLK ART WEATHERVANE - Full Body Copper Chanticleer (Rooster) with repoussed details and rather comical head, standing on a sphere, probably Quebec region, with museum mount, roughly 32” x 37” x 6”. Weathered. $3,500 - $4,500
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1083 19TH C. ROCKING HORSE - American Wood Hobby Horse in original paint and surface, retaining the original leather ears, saddle, bridle and stirrups. 37” x 64” x 16”, lacking tail and mane. Nice age and use patina. $1,000 - $1,500
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1084 CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICEMAN & RUNNING DOG WEATHERVANE - Large Heavy Sheet Metal Canadian Mounted Policeman with Running Dog Weathervane, black painted surface, with custom metal stand, 30 3/4” high, 38 1/2” wide. spindle: 8” high. Pitted surface, painted black. $2,500 - $3,500 1084
1085 18TH C. AMERICAN TAP TABLE - Single Drawer Tavern Table in red stained softwood, having a thin single plank overhanging top, single partitioned drawer on long side having a spool pull, beaded lower edge to skirt, square stretcher frame with beaded outside edges, 27” x 26 1/2” x 37 1/4”. Paint marks and stains to top. $800 - $1,200
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1086 BLACKIANA FOLK ART CARVING - 19th c. Carved and Painted Wooden Folk Art Sculpture of a Young African American Man, with jointed shoulders, mounted on wooden plinth, 18 1/4” high, 7” x 9”. Missing right hand, losses/repair to right foot, paint losses, shrinkage crack to face. $1,200 - $1,800
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1087 SHEET METAL HORSE WEATHERVANE - Factory Made Mid-20th c vintage Iron Weathervane, the sheet metal welded to square rod, 32 1/2” x 26” on 5” x 16 3/4” base. Surface 1087 oxidation. $1,600 - $2,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1088 FOLK ART CARVING OF FOX HUNTER WITH DOGS - 20th c. Carved and Painted Softwood Figures of a Bearded Hunter in Top Hat on Horseback, galloping between three hounds, two of which are looking back. The figures are mounted to a black painted wooden block base by sprung wire, providing comical movement. Roughly 18” x 22” x 7”. Tail of one dog gone, otherwise very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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1089 FULL BODY BULL WEATHERVANE - Late 19th - Early 20th c. Copper Bull Form Weathervane, with cast zinc head, remnants of gilding, possibly by L.W. Cushing & Sons or A.L. Jewell & Co., Waltham, Massachusetts, on custom museum stand, 16 1/4” high (without stand), 23” x 7”. Surface wear. $4,000 - $6,000
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1090 ELDRED WHEELER LOW BOY - Custom 20th c. Queen Anne Style Lowboy in tiger maple, from the shop of Eldred Wheeler, Hingham, Mass. (label inside top drawer), having an overhanging top with gallery edge and slate center, full width drawer over center shell carved deep drawer, flanked by slightly deeper drawers with brass butterfly pulls, shaped skirt with acorn pendants, raised on simple cabriole legs ending in pad feet, 31” x 31 1/2” x 20”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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1091 FOLK ART WEATHERVANE - New England Home-Made Sheet Metal Running Horse with directional and petal cap, on original steel rod mount, set into a wooden block base, 36” x 26”. Corrosion, nice patina. $400 - $600
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1092 SHEET METAL PEACOCK WEATHERVANE - Rare Iron Peacock Weathervane, shop-made, the sheet metal riveted to round stock rod, on 1092 display stand, 28 3/4” x 37”. Corroded. $1,200 - $1,600 28
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1093 19TH C. CAROUSEL DEER FIGURE - Restored Carved Wood Carousel Figure of Deer with real antlers, in polychrome enamel paint, on black rolling stand with pipe mount. 51” tall, 72” long, 27” deep at antlers. Fine condition. $20,000 - $30,000
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1094 19TH C. CAROUSEL GOAT FIGURE Restored Carved Wood Carousel Figure of a Goat, in polychrome enamel paint, on black rolling stand with pipe mount. 47” tall, 60” long, 14” deep. Fine condition. $20,000 - $30,000
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1095 VERY RARE 19TH C. LOOFF CAROUSEL CAMEL FIGURE - Restored Carved Wood Carousel Figure in polychrome enamel paint, by Charles I.D. Looff (1852-1918), on black rolling stand with pipe mount. 54” tall, 72” long, 14” deep. Scuff to rump, otherwise fine condition. Looff carved the first carousel figures for Coney Island, NYC. $35,000 - $45,000
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1096 ZINC BLACKIANA STREET VENDOR - 19th c. Bust Portrait of a Black Dandy with top hat and cigar, a coin slot in his coat lapel, covered dispenser at bottom, probably a cigar vendor for use on a sidewalk or in a saloon, circa 1880-1900, roughly 32” x 18” x 14”. Loss to paint, weathered. $8,000 - $12,000
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1097 CURLY MAPLE CLASSICAL COUNTRY CHEST - Circa 1850 Western Pennsylvania or Eastern Ohio Gent’s Chest in rampant curly maple, having a molded overhanging top, two side by side drawers set out from case, resting on split urn and ring turned columns, flanking three graduated drawers, retaining the original flattened mushroom knobs also in maple, raised on ring and urn turned legs, 47 1/2” tall, 41 1/2” x 21 1/2”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
1098 TIGER MAPLE CORNER CUPBOARD BY ELDRED WHEELER - Two-Part Custom Country Chippendale Cupboard in a desirable scale, made by and stamped on drawer by Eldred Wheeler of Hanover, Massachusetts (founded 1978), having a flat molded top, twelve-light single door over four shelves in a brick red painted interior, the lower cabinet with a molded receiver, single small drawer over two paneled doors, all with matching brass knobs, the entirety resting on a molded bracket base. 81 1/2” x 35 1/2” x 20”, takes a 24” corner. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
1099 19TH C. FABRIC MAINE COAT OF ARMS Large Round Polychrome Medallion, in early machine zig-zag stitched cotton bunting, 1099 circa 1875, featuring the motto “Dirigo” above the Pine Tree and Moose, flanked by Farmer and Sailor, on a buff field, 36” diam. Preserved under plexi with foamcore backing, tension clips and hangers. Some staining, loss at high points. $2,000 - $3,000
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1100 19TH C. PENNSYLVANIA PAINT DECORATED BLANKET CHEST Pennsylvania Dutch Painted Six-Plank Chest in brick red with three arched floral panels on front and one on each end, three small drawers at bottom with post and bail brass pulls, molded bottom edge, raised on tall bracket feet. 31 1/2” x 50” x 23 1/4”. Loss to finish on top, craquelure to panels. $5,000 - $8,000 1100
1101 JASPER FRANCIS CROPSEY (NY, 1823-1900) “Gray’s Elegy at Stokes Poges, Kent” (actually Stoke Poges, South Bucks, Buckinghamshire) after the 1851 poem by English poet Thomas Gray (1716-1771), oil on canvas, signed and dated 1883 lower right, with title on old handwritten label verso bearing an original price of $400. Also has label from Berger Art Conservation, Inc., 1014 Madison Ave., New York. In gold painted cove frame, SS: 28” x 51 1/2”, OS: 33” x 56 1/2”. Actual canvas size is 28” x 52”. This painting appears in the second volume of the Catalogue Raisonne, which came out recently, published by the Newington-Cropsey Foundation of Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. $150,000 - $175,000 1101
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1102 MINIATURE REGENCY CHEST - Diminutive Early 19th c. English Regency Period Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers, stepped top with secret locking upper drawer over two side by side drawers and three graduated drawers beneath, flanked by turned columns, with original glass pull knobs, with original key and locks, set on onion shaped turned feet, ‘Regency Chest Wanamaker Sale $67’ label adhered to backside, 10 5/8” high, 10 1/4” x 5 1/2”. Shrinkage cracks to top and left side, locks not functioning, surface wear. $800 - $1,200
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1103 19TH C. MINIATURE CHEST - Federal Period Doll Chest in mahogany with tiger maple drawer fronts and mahogany mushroom pulls, having a stepped back ‘glove’ drawer, the cabinet with overhanging upper drawer resting on split Doric columns, the deepest drawer at bottom, resting on a bracket base, 15” x 12 1/2” x 7 3/4”. Fine condition. $400 - $550 1103
1104 CHILD-SIZE SHERATON CHEST - Small Sheraton Mahogany Four Drawer Chest, rectangular overhanging top with unusual high scalloped dovetailed backsplash, top drawer with overhang and three below recessed, wooden knob pulls and diamond shape bone lock escutcheons (no lock hardware, no key), flanked by brass capped Corinthian columns, set on nicely turned feet, 23 1/2” high, 15 1/2” x 13”. Minor surface wear and scratches. $800 - $1,200
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1105 RHODE ISLAND SHIPYARD BUILT SECRETARY - Fine Custom Three-Part Chippendale Block Front Secretary, built in the John Brown Shipyard in Warren, RI, 18401860. Solid Figured Mahogany throughout, including secondary, with all parts marked to knock down and reassemble after transport aboard ship. Classical form bonnet top has broken arch-pediment, deep molding, large flame finials. Upper cabinet has three raised shell carved panel doors with accordion hinging to the two on left, between quarter round fluted Doric columns, concealing (31) open compartments of various sizes, all with shaped partitions. The lower cabinet has a slant front desk with matching raised panels, brass willow pulls, ornate block front fitted interior having valanced compartments, shell carved banks of drawers and deep drawers flanking a center cabinet. Three full width beaded edge drawers below retain the original brass willow drop bail pulls, the entirety set on molded base with squat serpentine bracket legs. 29 1/2” to working surface, 97” (8’-1”) tall overall, 46” x 21” at base, 43” x 20” lower case, 42” x 10 3/4” upper case. Fine condition. $15,000 - $25,000 32
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1106 MAURICE BRAZIL PRENDERGAST (NY/FRANCE, 1858-1924) Children in the Tuileries Gardens, graphite and crayon on paper, signed lower right, housed in ornate gilt frame with mat and gilt liner, glazed. OS: 17 1/2” x 19”, SS: 7 1/2” x 9”. Fine condition. $10,000 - $15,000
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1107 IMPORTANT NEW YORK CLASSICAL CHILD’S SIZE CHEST - Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, attributed to the workshop of Michael Allison (1773-1855) circa 1800, a shallow upright cabinet with molded top, recessed curly maple frieze over the uppermost drawer, which has a faux front of five drawers having further maple detailing, brass knobs; three graduated drawers below with diamond escutcheons, all cockbeaded, flanked by rope inlaid stiles, on bulbous feet. 24 1/2” x 21 1/2” x 9”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: Copy of receipt and card from Jan 21st, 1955 Parke-Bernet Galleries sale 1565, lot 129, Vanderbilt et al Furniture & Decoration. Sold to Mrs. H.C. Gayley of 1088 Park Avenue, New York, NY.
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1108 GEORGIAN MINIATURE CHEST - Late 18th c. English Chippendale Mahogany Tabletop Chest, with molded overhanging top, two over three graduated drawers with original brass willow hardware, set on four bold bracket feet, with label inside bottom drawer ‘Ens. & Mrs. Rob’t. Gardner, 12 Bradford St., Needham, MA’, 16 1/4” high, 13 3/8” x 7 1/4”. Surface wear, old drawer base repairs, shrinkage cracks inside some drawers. $1,000 - $1,500
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1109 MINIATURE WALNUT CABINET - Unusual 19th c. American Walnut and Burl Walnut Paneled Four-Drawer Cabinet, with side opening drawers, back with original ochre patent stamp of W. Hoyt, Philadelphia, 15” high, 15” x 7”. Back feet replaced, surface wear. $600 - $800
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1110 IMPORTANT NEWPORT, RI COLONIAL PERIOD DESK - Chippendale Slant Front Desk made from select dense Caribbean Mahogany, the slanted lid concealing a block-fan carved ornately fitted interior, the case having long graduated drawers with lost wax cast brass willow hardware, resting on molded base raised on ogee bracket foot. Attributed to the Goddard Townsend School of Cabinetry, Newport, RI., circa 1760-1790, 32” to writing surface, 42” tall overall, 43” x 23” at 1110 base. Fine condition. $5,000 - $8,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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PROVENANCE: From the Maine estate of Margaret Jane Lindgren, wife of Elis Ilmari Lindgren (1877-1958). He was son of Scandinavian artist Knut Emil Lindgren.
1111 SCHOOL OF HOWARD PYLE (DE/PA, 1853-1911) - “Oregon Trail”, oil on canvas, illegibly signed lower left, probably depicting Capt. Joseph Walker, who helped discover the route between the North Platte and the Columbia between 1832 and 1834. In custom gilt frame, OS: 43 1/2” x 31 1/2”, SS: 35 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $8,000 - $12,000
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1112 SCHOOL OF HOWARD PYLE (DE/PA, 1853-1911) “Father Hennepin on the Boundary Waters of the Mississippi”, oil on canvas, unsigned, in a custom gold frame, OS: 43” x 33 1/2”, SS: 35 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. Father Louis Hennepin(1626-1704), was a Roman Catholic priest and missionary of the Franciscan order and an explorer of the interior of North America. $8,000 - $12,000
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1113 KASHAN RUG - 4’-4” x 6’-9” - West Central Persia, second quarter 20th c., midnight blue lobed oval medallion with matching pendants and spandrels on the cranberry red floral decorated field in midnight and sky blue, rose, ivory, gold and brown, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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1114 SAROUK CARPET - 7’-10” x 10’-4” - West Persia, mid-20th c., overall design of palmettes, flowering vines, serrated leaves and rosettes in midnight and sky blue, ivory, bluegreen and tan on the rose field, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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1115 FEDERAL PERIOD LOOKING GLASS - American Federal Gilt and Ebonized Looking Glass. The large molded round frame having its original convex glass mirror set in with a beaded mahogany liner, and an ebonized gilt American Eagle in crest, on rocky perch. The base with leaf and foliate carving. Late 18th or early 19th c. Coastal MA, probably Boston, Salem or Newburyport. 29 1/2” diam frame, 20 3/4” diam mirror, 52” tall overall. Very good condition, missing one sphere, repair to one wing. $5,000 - $8,000
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1116 JOSEPH RODEFER DECAMP (ME/MA/PA, 1858-1923) Bucolic Spring Country Lane, oil on canvas, singed lower left, in gold painted molded frame, OS: 17 3/4” x 29 3/4”, SS: 11 3/4” x 23 3/4”. Very good condition, light stretcher impression. An early example of DeCamp’s work. $5,000 - $7,000 34
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1117 BEN AUSTRIAN (PA, 1870-1921) - Chick in a Child’s Shoe, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1903, in the original gold gesso frame, OS: 11 1/2” x 13 1/2”, SS: 8” x 10 1/4”. Good condition, minor frame loss. $5,000 - $6,000
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1118 JOHN FREDERICK KENSETT (NY/CT, 1816-1872) - “Rocks of Newport”, oil on canvas, unsigned, marked in pencil on the original stretcher, in original multi-layered gilded gesso on period wood frame, OS: 14 3/4” x 18 3/8”, SS: 4 3/4” x 8 3/8”. $6,000 - $8,000
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1119 SAMUEL COLMAN (NY/CA/ME, 1832-1920) - “Autumn Afternoon”, oil on linen, an oval image on a rectangular canvas, unsigned on front, faint date of 1859 (?) on rock, titled and marked S. Colman on old tag verso, in the original period gilt plaster on wood frame with oval spandrel. OS: 24” x 27”, SS: 16” x 19”. Fine untouched condition. The canvas has stencil on back that reads “Williams, Stevens & Williams & Co. Looking Glass Ware Rooms & Art Repository, Engravings, Art Materials & ec. 353 Broadway, New York”. This company existed at this address only 1851-1859. The back of the spandrel is inscribed in pencil (by the framer) “Mr. S. Colman, Dillingworth (?) Building, near City, Brklyn. $12 Feb 23rd, will post us being end of our business year.” Stretcher is inscribed “West Wall, South of Windsor”. $7,000 - $9,000 1119
1120 PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE SIDECHAIRS - Important Boston Walnut Chairs, circa 1750, having cyma curves stiles, vase form backsplat, original slip seat frame with appropriate later gold upholstery; having a well shaped and carved apron, cabriole front legs connected by block and turned stretchers, ending in pad feet. For a nearly identical chair cf. Sack’s Fine Points of Furniture, pg. 21, under ‘best’. Fine condition. One with deaccession mark. $4,000 - $6,000
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1121 ALFRED THOMPSON BRICHER (NY/NH, 1837-1908) - Sunrise Coasters, oil on canvas, signed lower left, circa 1890, in matched corner gold gesso deep cove frame, OS: 21 1/2” x 30”, SS: 15 1/2” x 24”. Some lifting and 1121 flaking, portion of frame liner gone. $6,000 - $8,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1122 ALFRED THOMPSON BRICHER (NY/NH, 1837-1908) “Narragansett Coast”, watercolor on paper, signed lower left, titled on frame tag, housed in gilt matched corner cove frame, linen mat with gilt liner, glazed, OS: 20” x 31”, SS: 9 1/4” x 19 3/4”. Puncture lower right. $2,000 - $3,000
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1123 MAHAL STYLE CARPET - 8’ x 14’ - Made in Northwest Pakistan, late 20th c., overall design of flowering vines, rosettes, serrated leaves and large palmettes in pale gold, sage and beige on the abrashed rust-red field, beige palmette border. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000 1123
1124 COURTING MIRROR WITH “MAYFLOWER” PROVENANCE - Small Looking Glass in aging and fatigued frame, holding ancient glass, and having an 18th c. note on back that reads “This glass was brought on the Mayflower. It was the property of Mary Chilton who was the first white woman that trod the soil of America north of the James River”. Transcribed on the card of Mrs. Howard B. Jackson of Chappaqua, NY., a descendent of Gen. Israel Putnam, who had lineage back to Mary Chilton. 13” x 7 1/2”. Condition as might be expected. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of General Donald Armstrong, Brig. Gen., U.S. Army (1889-1984).
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1125 18TH C. MASSACHUSETTS CHIPPENDALE BOW FRONT CHEST Very Well Proportioned Bow Front, circa 1790, in highly figured pale mahogany, having chevron banded edge to overhanging lid and stiles, the graduated drawers having beaded edges, boxwood stringing and brackets, desirable pressed oval bails featuring the beehive of industry, boxwood diamond escutcheons, the whole resting on four extremely bold ball and claw feet, retaining the original red washed backboard. Pine secondary. 34” x 41 1/2” x 22”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $4,000
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1126 JEROME B. THOMPSON (NJ/NY/MA, 1814-1886) - Large American Landscape having four people and dog camping near waterfall, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower center and dated 1866, with label verso from The Rosenbach, 1320 Walnut Street, Philadelphia. In gold molded gesso frame, with name tag, OS: 46 1/2” x 56 1/2”, SS: 40” x 50”. Good condition. $5,000 - $7,000
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1127 PHILIP LESLIE HALE (MA, 1865-1931) - “Haystacks”, oil on canvasboard, unsigned, titled verso, in what is probably the original gold molded frame, OS: 14 1/4” x 27”, SS: 9 1/4” x 21 3/4”. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500 PROVENANCE: Marked verso as having been part of the Collection of Lloyd Nichols, Manchester, MA. 36
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1128 BIDJAR RUG - 4 1/2’ x 6’-11” - Northwest Persia, early 20th c., midnight blue lobed diamond medallion with matching spandrels and ‘anchor’ pendants in tan, Persian blue and aubergine on the red Herati decorated field, midnight blue meander border. Good condition, slight mothing at one corner, small repairs. $2,000 - $2,500
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1130 FEDERAL INLAID LIQUOR CHEST ON STAND - Important Early 19th c. American Inlaid Mahogany Fitted Rectangular Liquor Box on Stand, with eleven blown, gilt and floral etched decorated glass decanters (one a replacement, others original), one drinking glass and two small stoppered bottles, having bronze lion head side handles with drop rings, satinwood front, top and end panels, the lid inlaid with oval conch shell panel, the front with oval flame grain mahogany panel, mother-of-pearl lock escutcheon with key, with early wallpaper lined lid, set on a period square tapered leg stand, Baltimore or surrounding area, chest: 13” high, 19 1/4” x 13”, stand: 9 1/4” high, 19 5/8” x 13 1/8”, decanters: six large - 10” high, one replacement - 9” high, four small - 5” high. One large has side chip, one small decanter has a break and crack in the base. $3,000 - $5,000
1131 WILLIAM F. CLERK (LATE 19TH C. NY) - Maine Landscape with cattle crossing a stream, signed lower right and dated 1874, in vintage gold gesso frame, OS: 24 1/4” x 34 1/4”, SS: 15 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Craquelure. $2,000 - $3,000
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1132 JOHN WHITE ALLEN SCOTT (MA, 1815-1907) - “Moat Mountain from Swift River, Albany, NH”, oil on linen, signed lower right and dated 1888, titled on original label verso and with printed artist’s label with his Cambridgeport address. Housed in a fine gilt gesso frame, OS: 21” x 29”, SS: 13 1/2” x 21 1/2”. Fine overall craquelure, cleaned and revarnished. 1132 $2,000 - $4,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1129 PAIR OF 18TH C. KNIFE BOXES - Figured Mahogany Chippendale Knife Boxes with slant top having oval conch shell cartouche, stepped ogee front, silver lock escutcheon, shield and lifting loop, fully fitted interior having compass star inlaid inside lid, the entire case with cross-banded and string inlaid edging, raised on small bracket feet.15 1/2” x 9” x 12”. Shrinkage cracks. $1,500 - $2,500
1133 SAROUK CARPET - 10’ x 13 1/2’ - Iran, mid-20th c., overall design of flowering vines, serrated leaves and palmettes in cream, gold, sage, midnight blue and aubergine on the rust red field, midnight blue vine, palmette and serrated leaf border. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1134 HEPPLEWHITE CARD TABLE - 19th c. Gate Leg Card Table in flame maple and birch, with stepped shallow bow front, string inlaid edges, ovoid mahogany placket on skirt, simple tapered square legs. Probably New Hampshire. 29” x 34 1/2” x 17 3/4”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200 1134
1135 VERY CHOICE 18TH C. MASSACHUSETTS NORTH SHORE CANDLESTAND Colonial Era Mahogany Tilt Top Stand, circa 1760-1780, having its original thin one board flame grained top of serpentine form with molded edge, bold curly maple block with tapering turned and spiral carved stanchion, set on three well-proportioned arch carved legs ending in pointed and padded slipper feet. 27 3/4” x 19 1/2” x 20”. One corner of top bumped, otherwise fine condition. Cf. Sack’s Fine Points of Furniture by Albert Sack, pg 256, under ‘best’. $4,000 - $6,000
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1136 NELLIE STUART (19TH C. NH) - “Lake View, Freedom, NH”, oil on canvas, unsigned, but found with others of her paintings, in vintage carved gilt frame, OS: 23 1/2” x 33 1/2”, SS: 13 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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1137 FREDERICK ARTHUR BRIDGEMAN (NY/FRANCE, 1847-1928) - Still Life with Celadon Vase and Brass Charger, oil on canvas, initialed lower left, stretcher with Paris Art Supply Company stamp, marked in pencil “Still Life Study by F.A. Bridgeman, Paris France, 1888”. In deep cove gilt gesso frame, OS: 17” x 14 1/2”, SS: 9” x 6 1/2”. One bit of gesso gone from frame, painting is in good condition. $1,500 - $1,800
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1138 KASHAN CARPET - 10’ x 14’ - West Central Persia, mid-20th c., overall Herati design in midnight blue, gold, red and blue-green on the midnight blue field, rust red vine and palmette border. Good pile, fading. $2,000 - $3,000 38
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1139 EDWIN LAMASURE, JR. (VA/DC, 1867-1916) - Country Lane in Autumn, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in ornate Victorian gold gesso frame, glazed, OS: 35” x 47”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
1141 AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD LOOKING GLASS - Circa 1800 New York Hall Chippendale Mirror with reverse painted upper panel, in parcel gilt mahogany, having a broken pediment with blossom and fern drop centered on an urn with wired blossoms, inlaid conch shell in frieze, retaining the original rippled silvered glass, the eglomise depicting a boat leaving harbor with cottage on hill, gold banded frame with pendant blossoms and bellflowers, fretwork apron intact. 52” x 23”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $4,000
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1142 NELLIE STUART (19TH C. NH) - “Cove of Loon Lake, near Freedom, NH”, Signed lower left (obscured by frame), titled verso and inscribed “Emma Bradbury, Painted by Nellie Stuart” and with label from Boston Art Supply Shop of Frank J. Pope at 36 West Street. In vintage carved gilt frame, OS: 12” x 18 3/4”, SS: 5 3/4” x 12 1/2”. Very good condition. $600 - $800
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1143 JOSEPH LINDON SMITH (NH/RI, 1863-1960) - Stepped Fountain in a Formal Garden, probably Newport, Rhode Island, oil on linen, signed lower right, in gold molded frame, OS: 31” x 34”, SS: 22” x 25”. The painting is good, losses to frame. Smith was the honorary curator of the Egyptian department of the Boston Museum, and he taught at the Museum as well as at Harvard. In 1931 he was appointed President of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. $600 - $800
1143
1144 SAROUK ‘PALACE’ SIZE CARPET - 12’ 3/4” x 21’-4” - West Persia, mid- 20th c., a large lobed oval medallion with matching spandrels and blossoming vines, flowerheads, serrated leaves and palmettes in midnight blue, ivory, tan, sky blue and red on a wine red field, ivory palmette and boteh border. Good pile, small stains. $2,000 - $4,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1140 IMPORTANT SET OF HEPPLEWHITE SIDECHAIRS - Late 18th-early 19th c. Hepplewhite Mahogany Chairs with stepped rail, ornate pierced and urn shaped back splat, upholstered in later ochre leather with brass tacking, set on square tapered legs ending in spade feet. Cf. Albert Sack Fine Points of Furniture, p. 56, best. 17 3/4” seat, 35” back, 18” x 22”. Very good condition. $3,000 - $5,000
1145 AMERICAN FEDERAL PERIOD STATE OF MAINE CHEST OF DRAWERS - Finest Quality Sheraton Chest, first quarter 19th c., in highly figured mahogany having an overhanging top with stringing to edge, four drawers beneath, faced with bird’s-eye maple panels surrounded by mahogany banding with cockbeaded edge, large brass knob pulls, the drawers flanked by turned and reeded column stiles, the lower case ending in double-beading with nicely shaped apron, raised on high ring turned legs. Attributed to the shop of John Seymour when he was working in Maine. 42” x 44” x 20 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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1146 GUSTAVE ADOLPH WIEGAND (NY/GERMANY, 1870-1957) - “Scene on Willow Brook, Staten Island”, oil on linen, signed lower left, titled and signed verso, “George Weigand, Brooklyn” in pencil on back of canvas, housed in gold beaded panel frame with black outer rim, OS: 19 1/2” x 23 1/2”, SS: 11 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Fine condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1147 GEORGE HOWELL GAY (NY/WI, 1858-1931) - Whitecaps, Sails on the Horizon, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in black and gold molded frame, in mat with silver French lining, glazed, OS: 18 1/4” x 27 1/4”, SS: 10” x 20”. Very good condition. $500 - $800
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1148 SAROUK CARPET 12’ x 19’-8” - West Persia, first quarter 20th c., overall pattern of flowering vines 1148 and palmettes in midnight blue, red, gold, sky blue and blue-green on the burgundy field, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good condition, minor fading. $2,000 - $4,000
1149 OUTSTANDING WATCHMAKER’S CABINET - Mid 19th c. American TwentyFour Drawer Chest in highly figured bird’s-eye maple and walnut, having a molded overhanging top, molded drawers with tiny wooden pulls, pine secondary, on molded plinth base, 38 1/2” x 31 1/2” x 9 1/2”, width of each drawer is 8 3/4”. Very good condition. 1149 $2,000 - $3,000 40
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1151 ATTRIBUTED TO PAUL GAUGUIN (FRANCE, 1848-1903) Tahitian Woman, oil on unprimed burlap, lined, initialed “PG” lower left, with Italian export stamps on what appears to be the original stretcher. Unframed. 18 1/4” x 15”. Fine condition. $100,000 - $150,000 This lot is not available for online bidding
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1151
1152 FRENCH TORTOISEHELL BOX WITH PORTRAIT - Early 19th c. French Gold Mounted Tortoiseshell Snuff or Pastille Box, with gold hallmarks for Paris, 1809-1819, miniature watercolor portrait of a young child on the lid, 2 3/4” x 1 3/4”, 3/4” high. Old interior repair, base cracks. $800 - $1,200 1152
1153 FRENCH ENAMELED DRESSER BOX - 18th c. French Enameled Metal Round Trinket Box, with hinged lid and gilded metal mounts, top, interior, sides and base intricately painted with courtship scenes and landscapes, 1 1/8” high, 2 1/8” diam. Enamel losses to side of lid, interior and base edge, gilding losses. $1,000 - $1,500
1153
1154 KERMAN CARPET - 9’-9” x 15’ - Southeast Persia, mid-20th c., rosette medallion sits on a tomato red field, ivory spandrels, flowering vines and palmettes in blue-green, golden rod, red, midnight blue and ivory, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 1154
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1150 QUEEN ANNE SECRETARY - 19th c. Double Domed Top Two-Part Cabinet in inlaid mahogany, with deep molded cornice, molded conforming hinged doors retaining the original silvered glass, lock and key, concealing two adjustable shelves, pull-out candle shelves below, slantfront falls to reveal gilt tooled brown leather writing surface, fitted and blocked interior having valanced cubbies, shaped and stepped drawers flanking a center cabinet with lock and key, lower cabinet contains four graduated drawers with engraved brasses, resting on a molded bracket base, 30” to writing surface, 72” x 32” x 20”. Very good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
1155 FRENCH BRASS AND MARBLE GUERIDON TABLE - 19th c. Round Center Table with lower shelf, attributed to Francois Linke (1855-1946), in gilt brass with nicely figured black marble surfaces, having thick cast brass molded and beaded rims set on three cabriole legs with ram’s head tops, cloven hoof feet with tri-formed stretcher. 27 3/4” tall, 27 1/2” diam. A few spots to marble top, otherwise fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
1155
1156 EDOUARD LEON CORTES (FRANCE, 1882-1969) - “Marche aux Fleurs”, oil on linen, signed lower right, depicting the crowded Parisian market under grey skies, in Post-Impressionist gilt frame with title on tag, OS: 21” x 24”, SS: 14 3/4” x 17 3/4”. Fine condition. $20,000 - $30,000
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1157 EDOUARD LEON CORTES (FRANCE, 1882-1969) - “Notre Dame”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, depicting the crowded rainy Parisian street at dusk, in Post-Impressionist gilt frame with title on tag, OS: 23 1/4” x 24”, SS: 14 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Fine condition. $10,000 - $15,000
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1158 HEYWOOD HARDY (UK, 18431933) - “After a Hard Run”, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated 1901, titled on frame tag, depicting a hunter with his hounds pausing for refreshment outside a village inn, in vintage gold molded frame with roping, OS: 30 1/4” x 24 1/4”, SS: 25 1/4” x 19 1/4”. Cleaned, fine craquelure. $5,500 - $7,500
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1159 ENGLISH MAHOGANY CELLARETTE - Late 18th - Early 19th c. English Mahogany Cellarette, with string inlay and conch shell lid patera, hinged lift top, with single drawer (one faux drawer front), two side handles, interior fitted with removable tin compartments, largest compartment includes a perforated drain base, smaller compartments with hinged lids, set on custom wooden stand, box only: 12 3/4” high, 17” x 12”, overall height: 28” high. Replaced base 1159 board, shrinkage cracks to top and base. $1,500 - $2,000 42
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1161 CHARLES FRANCOIS DAUBIGNY (FRANCE, 1817-1878) - “L’Etang”, a pastoral landscape, oil on panel, signed lower right and dated 1875, with wax seal and several old numbers inscribed verso, housed in what may be the original ornate gilt gesso frame, OS: 17 1/2” x 23”, SS: 7” x 12 1/2”. Very good condition. $8,000 - $10,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. 1161
1162 TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY - Regency Period Tortoiseshell Rectangular Tea Caddy, with canted corners and dome hinged cover, silver name plaque (engraved ‘W. Evans’) and lock escutcheon (no key), on original ball feet, velvet lined lid interior, two compartment interior with foil lining (missing lids), 5 1/4” high, 6 1/2” x 4”. A few edge chips and old tortoiseshell cracks and repairs, loss of base edge piece on one side. $1,200 - $1,800
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1163 AUGUSTE RODIN (FRANCE, 1840-1917) - “Mother and Child”, circa 1900, conte crayon on newsprint paper, signed lower center, in hand carved gilt frame, matted and glazed, OS: 32 1/2” x 26 1/2”, SS: 23” x 15”. Toned mark from an earlier, smaller mat, some rippling. $5,000 - $10,000
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1164 TORTOISESHELL & MOTHER-OF-PEARL TEA CADDY - Early 19th c. Cube Form Tea Caddy, exterior decorated in a harlequin pattern of tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlay, silver mounted lock escutcheon (no key), single interior compartment with original harlequin decorated lid and traces of foil lining, 4 1/4” high, 3 3/8” sq. Good condition. 1164 $1,000 - $2,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1160 A PAIR OF REGENCY STYLE ARMCHAIRS AFTER GEORGE SMITH - Two “Forde Abbey” Chairs, a Regency Style Ebonized and Parcel Gilt Armchair, the original circa 1815, beautifully carved and detailed, having lion-head pommels to the arms and back, all four legs ending in lion paws, this with sheet caned arms and seat, loose selfcorded cushion. 22” seats, 36” backs, 24” x 24”. Fine condition. Includes 1994 receipt from Agostino Antiques, Ltd. at 808 Broadway, New York, NY. for $6,800 discounted from $8,200. $4,000 - $6,000
1165 EXCEPTIONAL QUEEN ANNE STYLE ENGLISH CARD TABLE - A Fine George II example in Caribbean mahogany, circa 1730-1760, having a bold concave front with large turret corners, hinged leaf, concealing four carved game pockets, conforming shaped frieze, set on bold cabriole legs ending in slipper shaped pad feet. The table with concertina action rear legs. 29 1/2” x 33” x 16”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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1166 WILLIAM MILLS (UK, ACTIVE LATE 19TH C.) “Regent Circle”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1885, titled, signed and dated verso, numbered 107, housed in a replica gilt Impressionist frame with name tag, OS: 20” x 22”, SS: 15” x 12”. Painting is fine, repair to frame. $5,000 - $7,000
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1167 CHIPPENDALE TEA CADDY - Chippendale Mahogany Tea Caddy, late 18th early 19th c., with stepped casket form lid, brass top handle and brass batwing lock escutcheon (with key), beaded edges, interior with triple lidded compartments, flat felted base, 7” high, 9 1/4” x 5 1/2”. Corner chips and edging repairs, interior base shrinkage crack. $500 - $700 1167
1168 BAKTIARI CARPET - 10’ x 13’-10” - West Persia, 20th c., Square grid of cypress trees, palmettes, weeping willows and floral groups in navy blue, red, rose, gold and blue-green, ivory rosette border. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1169 JOHANN FRIEDRICH VOLTZ (GERMANY, 1817-1886) Pastoral Scene with Shepherd, Wife and Child in glade alongside sheep and cows, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in ornate gold frame, OS: 38” x 47”, SS: 28” x 37”. Cleaned and $5,000 - $7,500 1169 relined.
1170 IMPORTANT EARLY 19TH C. CONTINENTAL LOOKING GLASS FOR THE AMERICAN MARKET - Elaborately Carved Gilt Wood Sheraton Mirror having an oval panel in crest depicting a sheaf of wheat surrounded by thirteen stars, for the original colonies. Retaining the original backboards and what appears to be the original silvered glass. 39” x 21 3/4”. Very good condition. For a similar example see Sack’s Fine Points of Furniture, pg. 211, second from top. $3,500 - $4,500 44
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1171 EDMUND HAVELL (19TH C. BRITISH) - Monumental Portrait of a Young Aristocratic Hunter on his Steed, in front of the family manse, signed lower left and dated 1893 lower right, in the original ornate gold gesso frame, OS: 47” x 57”, SS: 39 1/2” x 49 1/2”. Fine overall craquelure, stretcher impression. $6,000 - $8,000
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1172 REGENCY ROSEWOOD TEA CADDY - English Regency Period Rosewood Sarcophagus Form Tea Caddy, with satinwood marquetry inlay depicting floral, foliate and scrollwork motifs, with two turns and carved wooden ring handles, set on four button feet, with original two interior lidded compartments with traces of foil lining, wooden lock escutcheon (no key), 6” high, 8 1/2” x 4 3/4”. Lock hasp damaged, otherwise good condition. $500 - $800
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1173 TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY - 19th c. Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, with shaped front, flared skirt, and ball feet, metal stringing, silver lid plaque and lock escutcheon (with key), velvet lined lid, double lidded compartment interior with traces of foil lining, 5 3/4” high, 7 3/4” x 5”. Infilled veneer losses to skirt, base edge and interior lids, replaced feet, repaired break to one interior lid. $1,200 - $1,400
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1174 TABRIZ CARPET - 6’-7” x 10 1/2’ - Northwest Persia, mid-20th c., a tan serrated medallion with tan pendants on a soft cream field, decorated with various birds, deer, rabbits and flowering vines in turquoise, tan, midnight and sky blue, aubergine and maroon, cream vine and palmette border. Good condition. $2,400 - $3,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
1175 18TH C. MARQUETRY CHEST ON STAND - Two-Part Cabinet on Stand, English, with molded overhanging top, two over three graduated drawers with lozenge shaped pateras of “seaweed inlay”, having later brass lion head ring pulls, pine secondary, set on deep molded plateau containing a single matching drawer, raised on boldly carved cabriole legs ending in ball and claw feet, 49 1/2” x 25” x 42” (at knees). Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1176 EDOUARD FRANCOIS ZIER (FRANCE, 1856-1924) - “Baigneuses” (Bathers), oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated 1906, titled on old handwritten label verso, housed in the original ornate gold Victorian frame with artist’s name tag, having paper label of frame maker P. Navez, Paris. OS: 27 1/2” x 24”, SS: 15 3/4” x 12 1/4”. Cleaned, repaired puncture, light stretcher impression. $4,000 - $6,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1177 GEORGE DERVILLE ROWLANDSON (UK, 1861-1928) - They Aspire to Greatness, oil on canvas, signed lower right, depicting a mare and her foal mimicking the race mounts coursing in the next field, housed in a magnificent Victorian gilt gesso frame, OS: 33 1/2” x 46”, SS: 23” x 35 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $4,000 - $6,000
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1178 TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY - English George III Era Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, octagonal shape with silver lid plaque (engraved ‘M’ monogram), and lock escutcheon (no key), with metal stringing and set on metal ball form feet, felt lined lid, interior with two lidded compartments, 5 3/4” high, 6 1/4” x 4”. Stringing losses, lid veneer repairs. $700 - $900
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1179 AUBUSSON CARPET - 11’-10” x 17’-10” - France, 20th c., an elongated floral medallion in sage, tan, terra cotta and gold on the light tan field, flanked by flowering vases, tan floral border. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral
1179 Gables, FL.
1180 A PAIR OF ENGLISH REGENCY CANDLESTANDS - Finest Quality Oval Top Stands in mahogany and burled yewwood, early 19th c., having a central satinwood panel, surrounded by boldy burled veneer and contained within a delicate scalloped gallery, having ring and baluster turned shafts, set on three nicely shaped rolled and scroll shaped flat legs, 26 1/2” tall, 12 1/2” x 18”. Very good condition. $1,400 - $1,800
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1181 19TH C. FRENCH ROMANTIC SCHOOL - Woman and Girl Returning from Fields, oil on canvas, initialed lower right “H.P.C.” and dated 1886, in magnificent git gesso 1181 frame, OS: 42 1/2” x 34 1/2”, SS: 36” x 28”. Fine craquelure. $3,500 - $5,500 46
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1182 EUGENE GALIEN-LALOUE (FRANCE, 1854-1941) - “La Place de la Republique”, a winter scene in Paris, gouache on paper, signed lower left, in gilt reticulated frame, linen mat with gilt liner and name tag, under glass, OS: 17” x 22”, SS: 7 1/4” x 12”. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate.
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1183 LARGE REGENCY PERIOD TEA MIXING BOX - English Tea Box in casket form, having select figured mahogany veneers with cross-banded trim, molded edges and panels, lion head brass ring lifts on sides, later velvet lining to interior, having four lidded compartments with two drawers concealed below, lock (no key), resting on brass ball feet. 12 1/4” x 15” x 8 3/4”. Good condition. $800 - $1,000 1183
1184 HERIZ CARPET - 9’-9” x 13’ - Northwest Persia, 20th c., large gabled square medallion in midnight blue, Persian blue, red and ivory, midnight blue pendants, matching spandrels, midnight ‘turtle’ border. Even wear, stains. $2,000 - $2,500
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1185 TORTOISESHELL TEA CADDY - English Sarcophagus Form Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy, early 19th c., silver lid plaque with engraved initials ‘MK’, silver lock escutcheon with original key, metal stringing, set on metal ball form feet, interior with satin lined lid and two lidded compartments, traces of original foil lining, 5 3/4” high, 7” x 4 1/8”. Corner chips with painted repairs, stringing repairs. $800 - $1,200
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1186 PAIR OF 19TH C. FRENCH GILT FRAMED ARMCHAIRS Louis XVI Style Fauteuils with well-carved gilt wood frame, stepped arched top and fleurette caps to the otherwise square back, scrollfront arms resting on incurved supports, resting on tapered round fluted legs, upholstered in a buttery velvet with gimped edging, 16” seat, 25” arms, 37 1/2” back, 25” x 25”. Good condition. 1186 $1,500 - $1,800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1187 ARTHUR JOSEPH MEADOWS (UK, 1843-1907) - “Yarmouth Sands”, depicting a beached fishing fleet offloading their catch, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled on old exhibition label verso, in gilt reticulated matched corner frame, OS: 19” x 29”, SS: 13 1/2” x 23”. Cleaned and relined. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate.
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1188 CYRIL ROBERTS, R.B.A. (UK, 1871-1949) - Portrait of a Lovely Young Woman in a Picture Hat, Wearing Fur Coat and Muff, oil on canvas, signed upper left and dated 1903, label verso from HW Keil, Ltd, Broadway, Worcs. Housed in the original gilt gesso Victorian frame, OS: 27” x 20”, SS: 20 3/4” x 13 3/4”. Very good condition. $6,000 - $8,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate.
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1189 ALFRED DE BREANSKI, R.B.A. (UK, 1852-1928) - “The Bryn Tryrch at Capel Curig”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, signed and titled verso, in a magnificent gilt matched corner frame with name tag, under glass, OS: 22” x 26”, SS: 9 1/2” x 13 1/2”. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. 1189
1190 TIGER MAPLE TEA CADDY - Early 19th c. Tiger Maple Tea Caddy, with oval conch shell inlaid panel to lid and two oval decorative panels to front, string inlay to edges, two side ring handles, inlaid lock escutcheon with key, set on metal ball and claw feet, interior with double lidded compartments with traces of foil lining, 5” high, 10” x 7”. Repairs to string inlay, surface wear and minor edge dings, front left foot loose. $600 - $800
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1191 KASHAN CARPET - 9’ x 12’ - West Central Persia, second quarter 20th c., lobed rosette medallion surrounded by boteh and blossoming vines in midnight blue, gold, blue-green on the floral fillled rust red field, 1191 midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good condition. $3,000 - $5,000 48
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1193 ALFRED EDOUARD AGENOR DE BYLANDT (BELGIUM, 1829-1890) Italian Alpine Lake Scene, oil on mahogany panel, signed lower left, in matched corner gold gesso frame with green velvet liner, OS: 14 1/2” x 20”, SS: 8 1/2” x 14”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. 1192
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1194 CHARLES EDWARD DIXON, R.I. (UK, 1872-1934) - “Off Thompkinsville, S.I., 19/8/99”, watercolor on paper, depicting the Staten Island, NY harbor with two large white-hulled yachts identified as the ‘Shamrock’ and the ‘Erin’, signed and inscribed “to Mrs. F.B. with best wishes, Xmas, 1901”. In water gilt molded frame with French-lined mat, artist’s name and date of 1899 lettered on mat, glazed, OS: 10 3/4” x 17”, SS: 4 1/2” x 10”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. 1194
1195 PAINTED LOW CORNER CUPBOARD - 19th c. Continental, probably French Provincial, demilune, in cerulean blue with buff panels having a garden courting scene on the single molded edge door, branches of roses on each flattened side and on the molded top, two shelf unfinished interior, lock with key, molded base with short tapered square legs, 32” x 22” x 22”. Minor losses. $700 - $900
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1196 SMALL CONTINENTAL WALL CABINET - Early 18th c. Arch Top Wall Display Cabinet, Queen Anne period, probably Dutch, in mahogany, with a molded top, single four-light conforming door with molded mullions (lock with key), canted glass corners and sides, over thin scalloped front shelves, molded lower edge to case. 1196 31” x 26” x 11 1/2”. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1192 19TH C. DUTCH MARQUETRY BOMBE BASE DISPLAY CABINET - Two-Part Dutch Baroque Bombe China or Curio Display Cabinet, in mahogany with overall boxwood floral vine inlay, the upper glass cabinet having a molded arched top with asymmetrical carved crest, single conforming glass door with lock and key, glass sides, containing three shelves with moss green velour covering to shelves and back; the lower case has molded receiver, waterfall convex/concave bombe set of four graduated drawers retaining the original sand cast brass pulls featuring phoenix birds; set between canted stiles, raised on large carved ball & claw feet, 76 1/2” x 44” x 27” (at feet). Old repairs, marred velour, small cracks to one side glass panel. $1,500 - $2,000
1197 SAROUK CARPET - 12’-4” x 19’ - West Persia, second quarter 20th c., overall design of blossoming vines, flowering vases and rosettes in blue-green, midnight blue and sky blue, on the burgundy field, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Areas of wear, various stains, fading. $4,000 - $6,000
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1198 FRANZ VAN SEVERDONCK (BELGIUM, 1809-1889) - Sheep and White Horse at Pond with Mallard Ducks, oil on mahogany panel, signed lower left and dated 1888, old inscription verso: “Je suis signe declare que la tableau _____ representant cheval blanc, mouton est peint en Mai. This picture has been ordered to me by Mr. A. Huyvetter Anvers Junior. F. Van Severndonck”, in later gold stepped frame, OS: 9 3/4” x 12 1/2”, SS: 6 1/2” x 9 1/2”. Fine condition. Mr. Albert D. Huyvetter Jr. of Antwerp was an art dealer of that period. He often had his stable of artists inscribe their work to him. $1,500 - $1,800
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1199 JEAN MANNHEIM (CA/GERMANY, 1863-1945) - Laundry Women in the Arroyo, oil on artist’s board, signed lower left, in gold painted Arts & Crafts frame, OS: 12 3/4” square, SS: 8 1/2” square. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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1200 PAIR FRENCH CORNER UNITS - Louis XV Style Mahogany Demilunes with white marble tops, having reticulated brass galleries, single drawer with brass beading and ring pulls over two open shelves with matching galleries, raised on square tapered legs, 35 1/2” x 20” x 20”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
1201 UNIDENTIFIED GERMAN IMPRESSIONIST ARTIST - Circa 1910 Monumental Landscape with Pond and Distant Barns Between Trees, oil on canvas, label verso from “Ernst Kneil, 44 Landwehrstrasse, Munich”, in an ornate gold gesso frame, OS: 42” x 49”, SS: 28 3/4” x 35 3/4”. Good condition, 1201 losses to frame. $1,500 - $2,500 50
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1202 GUY CHARON (FRANCE, 1927 - ) - North African Islamic Town, impasto oil on canvas, signed lower right, in stepped gilt frame with linen liner, OS: 31 3/4” x 38”, SS: 25” x 31 1/4”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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1203 CHARLES HENRI VERBRUGGHE (BELGIUM, 1877-1974) “Naples”, oil on chamfered mahogany panel, signed lower left, titled verso and dated 1922, label for Retrospective 1968, Brugge & Paris, on label from Brugsche Galerie, Kunstzaal Garnier, Korte Zilverstradt 8, Brugge (Belgium). Marked as being Collection Roussard, Paris. In matched corner Impressionist gold frame with linen liner, OS: 14” x 18”, SS: 6” x 10”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1204 FINE ISPHAHAN PRAYER RUG - 4’-8” x 7’-5” - Central Persia, early 20th c., lobed oval medallion with matching pendants in rust red, ivory, navy and sky blue and gold, on the navy blue field, decorated with blossoming vines, rust red vine and palmette border. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000
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1205 BIEDERMEIER ARMOIRE - Two Door Knock-Down Armoire in magnificently figured exotic wood book matched veneer on doors and sides. The case has a simple cove cornice, two doors with lock having ornate brass escutcheon (with key), low domed columns and center lap, resting on a platform base with padded block feet. The spruce secondary interior has shelf rails, but no shelves. 75 1/2” tall 52 1/2” wide, 23” deep (at cornice), 20” deep cabinet. $1,000 - $2,000
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1206 REINHOLT NIELSEN (AKA BERTEL L. NIELSEN) (DENMARK, 18911984) - Farmyard with Chickens, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in gold painted cove frame, OS: 16 1/4” x 19 1/4”, SS: 12 1/4” x 15 1/4”. Good condition. $500 - $700 1206
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1207 WILLIAM COLLINS, R.A. (UK, 1788-1847) - “The Young Anglers”, oil on canvas laid to masonite, signed lower right, titled on frame, depicting a boy bartering a fresh catch with two little girls, in the original deep cove gold frame, OS: 15 3/4” x 17 3/4”, SS: 7 3/4” x 9 3/4”. Fine craquelure. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1208 ALEXANDER SCOTT, R.A. (UK, 1872-1932) - Romanesque English Country Church, oil on canvasboard, monogrammed lower right, artist tag on frame (with wrong dates), in gold hand carved matched corner panel frame with black liner, OS: 17 1/2” x 22”, SS: 9 1/2” x 13 1/2”. Good condition, loss to gold on frame. $600 - $800 1208
1209 ALBERT GILBERT (ACTIVE 1880-1920) - Men Boating on an Italian Lake, distant mountain village, oil on panel, signed lower right and dated ‘90. In modern gold ribbed cove frame with wine velvet liner, OS: 10” x 13 1/2”, SS: 4 1/2” x 8”. Good condition. $600 - $800
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1210 TWO-PART QUEEN ANNE PERIOD DESK - Diminutive 18th c. English Lady’s Desk, in mahogany and burl veneer, having a slant front top with rounded edges and ogee curved sides, the lid and drawer below retaining the original engraved batwing brasses, having a fitted interior with stepped drawers and compartments, replaced crimson felt writing surface; the lower cabinet having a molded receiver, center shallow 1210 drawer flanked by deeper drawers, all with original brasses, shaped skirt, raised on canted cabriole legs having shell carved knees and ending in trifid feet. 27 1/2” to writing surface, 37 1/2” x 29 11/2” x 13”. Overall good condition, ring stain on top, minor veneer loss. $1,200 - $1,800
1211 DOMENICO DE ANGELIS (ITALY, 1852-1904) - A Neopolitan Spinning Girl in Field, watercolor on paper, signed lower right and marked ‘Roma’, in modern gold molded stick frame, blue mat, glazed, OS: 28 1/2” x 21 1/2”, SS: 21” x 14 1/2”. Faint line of toning on 1211 right. $1,000 - $1,500 52
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1213 INLAID HEPPLEWHITE SIDEBOARD - Early 19th c. Sideboard in multiple highly figured veneers, in mahogany with cross banded rosewood and ebony strung boxwood edging, satinwood shadowed fan oval cartouche and corner brackets, repeating on the conforming overhanging stepped bow front top and central shallow drawer, flanked by curved end cabinets, brasses and locks with key, raised on square tapered legs. 37” x 69 1/2” x 23”. Some veneer loss. $700 - $900
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1214 BOSTON SCHOOL PORTRAIT - Waist Length Portrait of a Prosperous Boston Merchant, his left arm resting on the chair back, holding a business document dated 1846, oil on canvas, unsigned, in the original ornate gilt frame, OS: 38 1/2” x 33 1/2”, SS: 29 1/2” x 24 1/2”. Fine craquelure. $1,000 - $2,000
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1215 FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE HARVEST TABLE - Long Dining Table in Reclaimed Cherry from 17th c. French Buildings, having an overhanging wood-pegged breadboard end top, pull-out leaves at ends, beaded edge skirt, set on sturdy square tapered legs, 31” tall, 84” (7’-0”) x 38”, with two 18” leaves, heavy. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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1216 PURPORTED LIFE PORTRAIT OF THE SCOTTISH POET ROBERT BURNS (1759-1796) - Small Naive Portrait of a Young Man Writing in a Journal, oil on panel, unsigned, but appearing to be of the period of Burns, housed in a later dark gold frame, OS: 12 1/2” x 11”, SS: 8 1/2” x 7”. With a note verso from the Rev. Benjamin Janney Rudderow, Vicar of Trinity Memorial Church in Philadelphia from 1923-1961: “This is a Portait of Robert Burns, the Scottish poet. It was done by his friend, an artist. One night, when Burns and he were at an inn and had taken too much to go home, they had to stay the night. In the morning, having nothing to pay, the artist asked Mr. MacDuff if he would accept a painting of Burns for the bill. MacDuff accepted and this painting was handed down thru his family for some generations. One day, in the spring of about 1898, or so, I was with my father, Dr. B.J. Rudderow and driving his Hackney “Larry Cane”, while he called professionally on the then Mr. MacDuff on Summer St., in Phila. Mr. MacDuff gave the picture to Dad in lieu of a bill or maybe it was a case of a “Grateful Patient”. Anyhow, Mother had it framed and it has hung in our living rooms for all the years since. B. Janney Rudderow, Nov 7, 1964”. $800 - $1,200 1216 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1212 PAIR OF ENGLISH REGENCY OIL PAINTINGS Unsigned Oil on Tin, circa 1820, bucolic portraits of a man and woman seated at farm gates, he with cracked water jug, she with wooden bucket, in matching replica gilt ribbed panel frames, linen liners, OS: 14 1/2” x 18 1/2”, SS: 9 1/4” x 13 1/4”. Backed by masonite, cleaned and retouched, a few light dimples. $800 - $1,000
1217 18TH C. PORTRAIT OF AN ENGLISH GENTLEMAN - Waist Length Portrait of a Prosperous Merchant, oil on canvas, unsigned, circa 1750, in brown jacket with gold waistcoat, gold buttons, having lace collar and cravat, powdered wig, in replica gold frame, OS: 38” x 33”, SS: 29 3/4” x 24 3/4”. Cleaned, relined and retouched. $800 - $1,200
1218 19TH C. CONTINENTAL GENRE PAINTING - Mother and Child Build House of Cards, oil on linen, laid to upson board, circa 1870, unsigned, probably French, in gilt matched corner frame, OS: 17 1/4” x 15 1/4”, SS: 12 1/4” x 10 1/4”. Good condition. $600 - $800 1217
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1219 ROMEK ARPAD (HUNGARY, 1883-1960) - Still Life with Teacup and Saucer, Brass Teapot, Silver Beaker & Caster, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in ornate gold gesso frame, OS: 26 1/2” x 31”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Good condition. $400 - $600 1219
1220 19TH C. ENGLISH BACHELOR’S CHEST - Diminutive Scale Gent’s Chest in solid walnut with overhanging molded top, four graduated beaded edge drawers, retaining what appears to be the original engraved backplate brass bails, matching lockplates, locks with key, substantial brass lift bails on sides, set on a molded bracket base, 33” x 28” x 17 3/4”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1221 FRANCESCO LONGO MANCINI (ITALY, 1880-1954) - “The Cardinal in his Library”, oil on coarse linen, signed lower right, in a gilt dentil molded frame with wine painted panel, OS: 27 1/2” x 24 3/4”, SS: 20” x 17 1/4”. Good condition. 1221 $2,000 - $3,000 54
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PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1223 VERA CUMMINGS (NEW ZEALAND, 1891-1949) - “Maori Woman Smoking Pipe” (Ngapuhi Chieftainess Harata Rewiri Tarapata), oil on academy board, signed lower left, in reverse mitered oak frame, OS: 15” x 13”, SS: 7 3/4” x 5 3/4”. Cracked upper left, scratch lower center. $1,500 - $2,500
1224 19TH C. OAK LIFT-TOP STORAGE BOX - Heavy Oak Box with fitted hinged lid, forged lock, escutcheon and key, molded panels, raised on plain legs that are extensions of the frame, 23 1/2” x 23 1/4” x 14 1/2”. Good condition, slightly cupped lid. $800 - $1,200
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1225 ENGLISH ADAMS PERIOD WINDOW BENCH - Circa 1800-1815 Black Lacquer Bench with delicate scrolled and latticed arms, caned seat with loose cushion, six tapered legs, having overall gilt floral and pinstripe decoration. 19” seat (with cushion), 30” arms, 42 1/2” x 12”. Good condition, stains to cushion. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the home of Thomas Mott Shaw of Lincoln, Mass.
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1226 AMERICAN 18TH C. SECRETARY DESK - Period Chippendale Two-Part Slant Front Secretary, in solid mahogany, pine seconday, having a flat molded cornice, two doors with inset molded arch-top panels, concealing four shelves, with locks (no key), resting on a molded base; the lower case having a slant front concealing a fitted interior featuring a center locking cabinet (with key), multiple shallow drawers and letter compartments, four graduated molded edge drawers below with what appears to be the original brass post and bail pulls, the entirety resting on a molded bracket base. 32 1/2” to writing surface, 87” tall overall, 40 1/2” x 22”. Good condi1226 tion. $2,000 - $3,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1222 (SET OF 4) FRENCH GILTWOOD CHAIRS Consisting of (2) Arm & (2) Side, Louis XV Style having red painted panels to the laurel leaf carved frame, floral rail brackets and cap, round fluted legs, in striped tan and pink damask upholstery, sidechairs have 18” seats, 37” backs, 18” x 19”; armchairs have 16” seats, 24” arms, 38” backs, 26” x 23”. Good condition. $1,000 - $2,000
1227 FEDERAL PERIOD OVERMANTEL MIRROR - New York Gilt Framed Three Panel Mirror, circa 1820, with domed and banded frame having bold scroll and leaf corners, 25” x 48”. Good condition, two mirror panels replaced, original backboards. $1,000 - $1,500
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1228 18TH C. CONNECTICUT WORK STAND - Unusual Form Queen Anne Round Top Mahogany Stand with large single beaded edge drawer having mitered case, resting on ring and urn turned stanchion with chip carved lower rings, resting on simple arched legs ending in snake feet. 27” x 18 1/2” diam. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1229 PAIR OF PORTER’S CHAIRS - Pair of Regency Style Porters Barrelback Armchairs in faux grain painted frames with teal green brass tacked leather, scrolled arms, square tapered front legs, 17” seat, 27” arms, 45” back, 28” x 29”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000 1229
1230 HEPPLEWHITE STYLE DEMILUNE BUFFET - Early 20th c. Hepplewhite Style Bow Front Server in figured mahogany, with banded edge overhanging top, silk-lined center drawer with lock and key, having oval brass cast bail pulls, arched apron, flanked by locking doors over shelves, on conforming square tapered legs, 36” x 72” x 26 1/2”. Minor loss to finish, slight sun fading. $1,000 - $1,500
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1231 FRENCH LIBRARY TABLE - 19th C. Quilted Marquetry Top Oblong Table, circa 1840, with highly figured end grain, single shallow drawer, lyre form trestles, with sabre legs that end in carved paw feet raised on balls, 29 1/4” x 19” x 34 1/4”. Professional repairs to base.. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1232 (SET OF 6) FEDERAL PERIOD DINING CHAIRS Mahogany Sabre Leg Dining Chairs with scrolled rail and double lyre and panel splat, both with bird’s-eye maple inlaid panels, gold silk striped brocade slip seats, 17” seat, 32” back, 17 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Very good condition. $2,500 - $3,000
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1233 19TH C. SEWING STAND - American Federal Period Work Stand in mahogany with tiger maple drawer fronts, having beaded edge top with rounded corner drop leaves, three drawers with the uppermost having a concealed green leather top desk, locks with key, the lowest drawer is actually the frame for the silk brocade yarn bag below; raised on ring and urn turned, barley twist legs, ending in peg feet, 28 1/2” x 19 1/2” x 18 1/2”. Scratch to one leaf. $800 - $1,200 1233
1234 DECORATOR’S OVERSIZE ENTRY MIRROR - 20th c. Tombstone Top, Chinoiserie Style Lacquered Frame, with two-part shaped and beveled mirror, 79” x 34”. Fine condition, mirror glass treated to look old. $1,000 - $1,500
1235 HEPPLEWHITE STYLE TAPESTRY COVERED SOFA - Triple Camel Back Sofa, circa 1900, with outscrolled arms, fully upholstered in replica Elizabethan style tapestry, the loose cushion sides, sides and back of the sofa in dark brown velvet, with contrasting rope cording, raised on square tapered mahogany legs, 19” seat, 30” arms, 38” back, 90” x 33”. Good condition. $1,000 - $2,000 1234
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1236 (2) CHIPPENDALE WING BACK CHAIRS - Period Frames in Modern Upholstery, including: Tan Paisley Brocade with tan velvet shell, low arched back, medium depth canted wings, setback scrolled arms, loose self-corded cushion, resting on suqare tapered double-beaded legs with tiger maple stretchers, 19” seat, 24” arms, 43” back, 31” x 31”; PLUS Salmon Plush Velvet, with high arched back, deep ogee wings, setback outscrolled arms, self-corded loose cushion, simple square mahogany frame with stretchers, 20” seat, 28” arms, 46” back, 33” x 32”. Both in very 1236 good condition. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1237 AMERICAN COLONIAL WRITING TABLE - A Mahogany Writing Table of Unusual form, probably Virginia or the Carolinas, circa 1780, having a double hinged top with a concave front, adjustible easel underneath, single drawer on side and pull-out candle shelves. Raised on square tapered legs. Secondary wood is yellow pine. The table appears to retain its original finish. 29 1/2” x 30 1/2” x 21”. Very good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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1238 19TH C. PENNSYLVANIA CHEST - Walnut Chest with molded top, two over three molded edge graduated drawers wih oval brass bails, locks, no key, bracket base with short turned legs on casters, 41 1/2” x 40” x 22”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1239 19TH C. TWO-DRAWER STAND - American Federal Period Sheraton Work Stand in mahogany with tiger maple drawer fronts, turret corner on the thin top, ring turned stiles having the two shallow drawers between, brass knobs, partitioned upper drawer, locks, but no key, raised on ring and urn turned legs with barley twist legs, ending in peg feet, 28 1/2” x 21” x 16 3/4”. Old inletted repairs and burns to top. $700 - $900
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1240 ENGLISH TWO-PART SECRETARY BOOKCASE Chippendale Mahogany Bookcase/Butler’s Desk, the stepback upper case having a flat molded cornice, two doors with peaked center triple arch mullions and pineapple finials, four shelf interior having a white painted backboard, locks (no key); the lower case having five graduated beaded edge drawer fronts with post and bail brasses, the upper two fronts are faux, concealing a fallfront desk with green felt writing surface and fitted interior, the entirety being on a molded bracket foot base,, 91” (7’-7”) x 46” x 21”, 41” lower cabinet, 30 1/2” to working surface. Veneer loss, missing trim, wear to finish, cracks to three panes of glass. Note inside indicates this was imported from England by the family in 1928. $1,500 - $2,500 1240
1241 COLONIAL CANDLESTAND - Late 18th - early 19th c. New England Windsor Candlestand made from various northern hardwoods, having its original double arm screw candleholder, retaining the handwrought tin holders, with a circular rim turned and scratch decorated shelf, square notched carved base, set on three boldly turned splayed legs. 26 1/2” tall, 15” diam shelf. Good condition. Cf. Wallace Nutting Furniture Treasury, vol 1, plate 1329 for a nearly identical example at the 1241 Wadsworth Atheneum. $800 - $1,200 58
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1242 CHIPPENDALE LOOKING GLASS - Circa 1760-80 American Mahogany Parcel Gilt Mirror retaining its original full body spread wing eagle finial, flanked by raised gilt carving, the original silvered glass beneath, having an ornate carved and gilt inner frame, and gilt foliate side drops, retaining the original backboards. 43” x 21 1/2”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,600
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1243 AMERICAN SEWING TABLE WITH BIRD’SEYE MAPLE DRAWERS - Federal Period Stand in mahogany, with a molded drop-leaf top, three drawers with Birdseye maple fascias, replaced brasses, lowest drawer has wooden well with oval maple inlay, matching ovals on the leg blocks, raised on ring turned legs having bowed spiral carving, ending in brass ferrule casters, 28 1/2” tall, 18” x 18 1/2” with 9” rounded corner leaves. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 1242
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1244 (SET OF 6) FIGURED MAPLE SHERATON CHAIRS - Highly Figured Country Maple Fancy Chairs, New England or New York, the back splat having a pair of hearts tied by a center medallion, dove grey balloon original rush seats, turned front legs ending in button feet, 18” seat, 33” back, 17 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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1245 19TH C. CHIPPENDALE FOUR-POST BED - Carved American Chippendale Mahogany Canopy Bed, the posts in deep relief feather and fern, alternating with ring and urn, ending in a spherical finial, having pins to receive the molded canopy frame, the headboard carved with leaf and cornucopia arched top over three inset panels, the footboard a simple panel, the bolted rails retaining metal hanging brackets for 72” x 50” (double) box spring, 79” x 60” x 82” overall. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1246 COLONIAL NEW ENGLAND SLANT FRONT DESK - Early Chippendale Desk in a remarkable state of preservation, retaining the original finish and hardware, coastal northern New England, second half 18th c. Made of maple, curly maple and pine as a secondary wood, it has an exposed dovetail case, molded breadboard end slant front over a well appointed interior with central upper drawer flanked by four letter slots over four larger drawers with two open envelope slots beneath; the case having four long graduated drawers, willow bail pulls, the entirety resting on a molded bracket base. 30” to writing surface, 40” x 1246 39 1/2” x 19”. Good condition, ink stains to interior, small shrinkage cracks. $1,200 - $1,800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1247 18TH C. BOSTON CARD TABLE - Seymour School Sheraton Period Block/ Bow Front in figured mahogany, with double rear gate legs, the lids with reeded edge, booked flame frieze with molded edge, raised on well-proportioned ring and urn turned and bowed reeded legs ending in peg. 29 1/2” x 36” x 17 1/2”. Good condition, old filled shrinkage crack to top. $1,000 - $1,500
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1248 IMPORTANT RHODE ISLAND DINING TABLE - Goddard Townsend School, Newport or Providence, RI, circa 1765-1785; Oval Drop Leaf Table in dense Caribbean mahogany stock, with a nicely shaped apron, set on four slender cabriole legs ending in pointed slipper feet. 28” x 46 1/2” x 15 1/2” with 18 1/2” leaves. Good condition. $3,000 - $4,000 1248
1249 FOUR-DRAWER AMERICAN TIGER MAPLE CHEST - Period Hepplewhite Chest in mahogany with overhanging top having string inlaid edge, four graduated drawers with tiger maple panels, walnut edging, retaining what appears to be the original oval brasses, with shaped skirt and French feet, 38 1/2” x 45 1/2” x 25 1/4”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1250 18TH C. TILT TOP TABLE - Possibly Charleston, SC Chippendale Birdcage Tilt Top in mahogany, having a molded piecrust top, fluted and leaf carved post, resting on a finely carved arched tripod base, ending in ball and claw feet, 28” x 22 1/2” diam. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1251 HEPPLEWHITE 2-PART BANQUET TABLE - 19th c. Drop Leaf Demilune Tables in Hepplewhite style, in boldly figured mahogany with boxwood stringing, having overhanging top with square leaf, square tapered legs (7 per half, 2 are gate legs), all with stringing to edge, also has fitted mahogany joiner plank that covers butted drop leaves if wanted to use as a round table. Each half is 30” x 58” x 29 3/4” as a demilune, 58” diam. assembled as a round table, 58” x 102” with leaves up. Minor chafing to legs, 1251 old inletted repairs to skirt veneer, sun faded tops. $1,000 - $2,000 60
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1252 ENGLISH CHIPPENDALE OVERMANTEL MIRROR - A Finely Carved 19th c. Gilt Wood Parlour Mirror in the Chinese Chippendale style, having floral and foliate decoration with a pair of songbirds on branches, perching phoenix birds, fountainhead crest with sunrays below, obscured “Chinaman” face at bottom, 48” x 54”. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1253 18TH C. PENNSYLVANIA CHERRY TALL CHEST - Chippendale Period Solid Cherry Tall Chest with flat molded cornice, fluted quarter columns, graduated molded edge drawers with brass butterfly bail pulls and matching escutcheons, pine secondary; the uppermost shallow drawer is single with a three drawer faux front, two actual side by side drawers below, four full-width drawers below, all raised on deep ogee molded and carved bracket feet. 63” x 42” x 23”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1254 19TH C. AMERICAN SEWING STAND - Lovely Lady’s Work Stand in highly figured hardwood, having overhanging top with drop leaves, urn shaped trestle sides, three convex front shallow drawers: the uppermost with writing surface and ink bottle compartments, the lower serving as a frame for the wooden round-bottomed yarn basket; all with hollow brass bottom pulls, raised on inverted block scroll legs with stretcher, on casters. 29” x 17” x 20”, with 9” leaves. Bowed top and leaves, good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1255 18TH C. NEW ENGLAND PEMBROKE TABLE - Fine String Inlaid Mahogany Drop Leaf with oval top when leaves are up, raised on delicate square tapered legs, 30” x 33 1/2” x 19” with 22” leaves. Untouched original finish. $1,000 - $1,500
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1256 LADY’S WINGCHAIR - Early 19th c. Chippendale Wingchair, having low back and shallow wings, fully upholstered in a soft caramel linen fabric, self-corded and having polychrome floral needlework on the back and loose cushion. The mahogany legs are ribbon carved. 18 1/2” seat, 28 1/2” arms, 42 1/2” back, 29” x 35”. Good condition, light 1256 fabric wear. $800 - $1,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1257 IMPORTANT 18TH C. RHODE ISLAND TEA TABLE - San Domingo Mahogany Tea Table with circular molded rim top, tilting and rotating on birdcage top, resting on a ring turned cannon barrel pedestal, with threee high arch-carved legs ending in well shaped pointed and padded slipper feet. Newport or Providence, mid 18th c., 28 1/2” x 33” diam. Fine condition, lightly sunned top. $1,000 - $1,600
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1258 DIMINUTIVE ENGLISH BOW FRONT CHEST - Youth Sized Hepplewhite Chest in mahogany with banded and boxwood string inlaid overhanging top, four graduated cockbeaded drawers with tiger maple fronts and oval brasses below, having a shaped apron, raised on high flared feet, with oak secondary, blue paper lined drawers. 30” x 31 1/2” x 16 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,800 - $2,400 1258
1259 FEDERAL PERIOD SEWING STAND - Eastern Massachusetts, circa 1800-1820. Delicate Sheraton Sewing Table made from select flame figured mahogany, retaining the original one board thin overhanging top, the upper partitioned drawer and lower bag frame having mushroom knobs, the bag in saffron yellow silk, raised on delicate ring turned and spiral carved tapering legs, terminating in ball feet. 27 1/2” x 19 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1260 FEDERAL PERIOD BULL’S-EYE MIRROR - Circa 1810 Hand Carved Entry Mirror Frame in gold paint, featuring an eagle finial, flankd by scrolls and with pendant leaves below, (17) spheres in the deep cove round frame, 38” x 26”. Some losses, old repairs. $1,000 - $2,000
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1261 PAIR OF CHIPPENDALE OPEN FRAME ARMCHAIRS - Early 19th c. Diminutive Armchairs with well-proportioned mahogany frames, square backs and seat upholstered in a lovely polychrome floral vine on buff silk brocade, pale green velvet reverse, with outscrolled flat arms supported on shaped stanchions, raised on well-carved front cabriole legs ending in ball and claw feet, the back legs shaped, 19” seat, 28 1/2” arms, 41” back, 1261 27” x 25”. Some wear to fabric. $1,500 - $2,500 62
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1262 18TH C. CHERRY SLANT FRONT DESK - Slant Front Desk with exposed dovetail joinery, breadboard ends on the lid, fitted innterior, what appears to be the original brass batwing esutcheon bails on the four graduated beaded edge drawers, resting on molded bracket base. 42 1/2” x 38” x 11”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1263 TILT TOP BREAKFAST TABLE - 19th c. English Oblong Tilt Top Table in figured mahogany veneer, having an inlaid conch shell cartouche, molded edge having rounded corners, bird’s-eye maple and ebony string inlaid border, resting on a Duncan Phyfe style tripod base with ring and urn turned column, swan legs with brass capped casters, 31” x 36” x 50”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 1263
1264 EARLY 19TH C. TIGER MAPLE TWO-DRAWER STAND - Federal Period Work Stand in rampant grain veneer, having an overhanging top, drawers with contrasting stain and mushroom knobs, ring and urn turned column resting on concave sided platform with four scroll legs, 28 1/2” x 19” x 18 1/4”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1265 CHIPPENDALE PERIOD AMERICAN REVERSE SERPENTINE SLANT FRONT DESK - Solid Mahogany Desk with exposed dovetail case, breadboard end lid, fitted interior with one over two drawer over four valanced compartments each side of a locking cabinet with oval inlaid patera; four graduated beaded edge drawers below with what appears to be the original etched plate brass bails, locks with key, pine secondary, resting on an ogee molded bracket base, 33” to working surface, 43 1/2” x 45” x 24” overall. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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1266 MARTHA WASHINGTON LOLLING CHAIR - Massachusetts Mahogany Armchair, fourth quarter of 18th c., with concave ribbon carved open frame arms and legs having box stretcher assembly, upholstered in blue and white striped fabric, 17” seat, 25 1/2” arms, 43” 1266 back, 27” x 31”. Good condition, legs shortened for casters. $1,000 - $1,800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1267 19TH C. PEMBROKE TABLE - American Drop Leaf Breakfast Table in walnut stained mahogany, having molded top with overhanging bowed ends, serpentine shaped leaves, single concealed drawer, square tapered ribbon carved legs with beaded edges, cuffed feet ending in casters, 29” x 39” x 21” with 9 1/2” leaves. Repaired hinges. $800 - $1,200
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1268 FEDERAL PERIOD GAMING TABLE - Very Nice Coastal New England, circa 1800-1820, Sheraton Mahogany Games Table, the molded edge double top with hinged leaf, having a bowed front with porringer corners, back gate leg, a conforming shaped and moled frieze in flame grained mahogany, central oval cartouche in bird’seye maple, raised on boldy turned and reeded legs, 29 1/2” x 38” x 18”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800 1268
1269 AMERICAN 19TH C. WORKSTAND - Boston or New York Two-Drawer Stand in flame mahogany, having cookie corner top, ring turned turret corners with acorn pedants, flint glass knobs, set on turned and fern leaf carved columns, raised on reverse scrolled leaf carved tripod legs ending in lion’s paws, 30” x 19 1/4” x 16 1/4”. Shrinkage cracks and bowing to top. $500 - $700
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1270 19TH C. TIGER MAPLE DROP LEAF TABLE - Federal Period Drop Leaf Table, with rounded corner leaves, on ring turned legs ending in ball feet, 28 3/4” x 38” x 19 3/4” closed, 43 1/4” open. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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1271 AMERICAN HEPPLEWHITE TAMBOUR SECRETARY - North Shore Massachusetts, circa 1790, two-part, in mahogany, with what appears to be the original brasses, having a finely molded top and frieze, center cabinet door over deep drawer below valanced compartment, flanked by tambour fronts having two graduated drawers over three valanced compartments; the lower cabinet has molded receiver, fold-out writing surface with the orginal tooled leather surface, two graduated drawers with booked veneer, all raised on tapered square legs with notched cuffs, 29” to writing surface, 47” x 47 1/4” x 22 1/2”. Old worn finish, 1271 minor loss to veneer on edges. $2,000 - $3,000 64
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1273 FRENCH PROVINCIAL STYLE COFFEE TABLE - Square Coffee Table in Reclaimed Cherry from 17th c. French Buildings, having an overhanging wood-pegged breadboard end top, single shallow drawer with post and bail pulls, pull-out extensions on both sides, molded edge skirt, set on sturdy square tapered legs, 28” x 40” square, heavy. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
1274 AFTER GILBERT STUART - 19th c. Copy of Stuart’s Portrait of George Washington, Civil War Era, oil on canvas, unsigned, frame label verso from Mrs. C.F. Kaufmann, in re-gilded deep cove frame, OS: 36” x 31”, SS: 29 1/4” x 24 1/4”. Cleaned, three repaired punctures. $800 - $1,200 1274
1275 EXTREMELY RARE PRINTED CLOTH WASHINGTON MEMORIAL, CIRCA 1800 - Historical American Printed Textile is in dark brown on off-white cotton cloth, produced in Philadelphia by Pember & Luzarder, shortly after George Washington’s death in December of 1799. The design was after an engraving by Amos Doolittle of New Haven, Connecticut and depicts Washington on his deathbed, attended by Doctors Craik and Dick, as Martha sits weeping at the foot of his bed. Six different ornate cartouches surround the scene, with lavish praise of Washington. Minor toning which does not distract significantly, as the entire fabric is a fairly even light tan overall, with a few darker spots. Stitched to a sheet of paper long ago, with an engraved business card from “Mrs. Edward J. Young”. The top edge is just beginning to unravel. This is an extremely rare textile, listed as No. 21 in the major reference book entitled “Threads of History: - Americana Recorded on Cloth 1775 to the Present,” published by the Smithsonian Institution. Examples rarely surface on the market. $6,000 - $8,000 1275 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1272 18TH C. TWO-PART COUNTRY CUPBOARD WITH GLASS DOORS - Maine Pine Setback Cupboard with flat molded cornice, two eight-light doors with tombstone tops, old glass (one cracked), wooden pull with thumb-turn closure, retaining the original exposed H-hinges; the lower case with molded shaped working surface over two drawers, panel doors, shaped bracket foot base, 31 1/2” to setback, 81” tall overall, 55 1/2” x 21 1/2”. Good condition, expected wear. $1,500 - $2,500
1276 GENL. GEORGE WASHINGTON NOTE IN HIS HAND TO CONGRESS JUNE 1779 PROBABLY TO JOHN JAY (AUTOGRAPH GONE) - Letter from Washington (with autograph removed) that reads “Camp at Smith’s Tavern in the Clove, June 14th, 1779. Sir, I have had the honor to receive your Excellencys (sic) favor of the 8th instant with the enclosed Act of the Congress of the 7th. The honorable testimony of their approbation expressed in that act, contains such favorable Sentiments of my conduct as deserves my warmest acknowledgements. I have the honor to be (with greatest respect)... (lower portion removed). Found with Deeds that belonged to John Jay, this note was surely written to him in thanks for his work as President of the Continental Congress, which on the 6th of June had secured an enormous loan from the French to carry the Continental Army through the winter 1276 (which was even worse than Valley Forge had been the previous year, having 34 storms). Smith’s Tavern was in Ramapo Pass, Sloatsburg, NY. Shortly after this, Washington was encouraged enough to send out General “Mad” Anthony Wayne on a series of successful harassing actions. Certainly written at a pivotal moment in the war and ENTIRELY IN WASHINGTON’S OWN HAND not his Secretary, Robert Hanson Harrison, as GW was close to Jay. 5 3/4” x 8 1/2” laid paper, separated and joined at the fold, stained. Found with John Jay deeds to the Rye, NY Jay farm, and 1935 correspondence between Laura Jay Wells of New Canaan, CT and Judge Robert W. Evans of Cedar Grove, NJ; also 1937 letters from Milton Halsey Thomas, Curator of Columbiana at the Low Memorial Library, Columbia University, NYC to the Judge. $5,000 - $6,000
1277 1791 DEED TO RYE, NY FARM SIGNED BY JOHN JAY & (REMARKABLY) SIR JAMES JAY & THEIR WIVES - Estranged Brothers Sign Document before Witness after the War for Independence: 3rd Aug 1791 Release from James, John & Frederick Jay, along with Egbert Benson, to Peter Jay (junior), for the “Haines place” in Rye, Westchester County, New York. On 21” x 27” vellum with wax seals. Each signatory has signed witness in camera, so probably not signed at the same time (or in the same room). Includes Sarah and Margaret Jay. John Jay (1745-1829), Patriot, diplomat, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, negotiator and signatory of the Treaty of Paris of 1783, second Governor of New York, and the first Chief Justice of the United States & Dr. Sir James Jay (1732-1815), inventor of invisible ink, initially a supporter of American independence, later a Loyalist who went into exile in London after the Treaty of Paris recognized independence in 1783. $10,000 - $15,000
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1278 1792 RELEASE OF MOIETY BROTHER PETER JAY TO JOHN JAY, FOR RYE, NY FARM - 27th Jan, 1792 agreement between Chief Supreme Court Justice John Jay and his illiterate brother Peter, on vellum, signed by Ebenezer Lockwood, For James, and with an ‘X’ by Peter, relinquishing half part of the Haines farm to John. On 14” x 22” vellum, retaining wax seal. $2,000 - $3,000
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1279 1789 DEED ALEXANDER HUNT TO BROTHERS JAMES, PETER, JOHN & FREDERICK JAY FOR FARM IN RYE, NY - Rare April 14, 1789 Release for farm in Rye, New York from Alexander & Abbigail Hunt to Chief Supreme Court Justice John Jay and his brothers, including his estranged Royalist brother Sir James Jay. Fulfills 1772 lease from their father Peter Jay, by then deceased. Witnessed by John Gedney and Jonathan G. Thompkins. Two 13 1/2” x 18 1/4” sheets laid paper joined by fold and wax seals. Clean, separating at some folds. $1,000 - $2,000 66
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1280 1655 COPY OF 1652 ELLINGHAM & GAYLE DEED FOR WHAT IS NOW YORK, MAINE - Original Handwritten 1655 Clerk’s Copy of the 1652 Deed for land in the Plantation of Agamenticus, between Gorges and Ferry Necks, from Edward Godfroy to William Ellingham and Hugh Gayle, along with an early 20th c. map showing the plot of land across Gorges Creek from Sir Ferdinand Gorges ‘Manor of Pt. Christian’, the initial plantation in Maine. On 11 1/2” x 7 1/2” sheet with heraldic watermark of a crowned shield. Folded, minor loss at cross-folds. $1,500 - $2,000
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1282 PRESIDENTS MADISON & MONROE SIGNED DOCUMENT W/ PHOTO PORTRAITS - Chillicothe, Ohio Land Grant for Felty Brats, dated Dec 1, 1811, signed by President James Madison (1751-1832) and Secretary of State James Monroe (1758-1831), who succeeded Madison as President in 1817. The Bachrach photos from official portrait paintings above are of James Monroe and (inexplicably) John Adams. Housed in gold and green molded frame, with green three-window mat, OS: 26” x 22 1/2”, the document is 8” x 15”, on parchment with $2,000 - $3,000 1282 the original seal. Folded, faded.
1283 RARE FIRST EDITION 1852 SENATE REPORT ON INDIAN TRIBES OF THE US VOL II OF VI W/ PRESENTATION FROM COMMISSIONER TO SENATOR - Schoolcroft, Henry Rowe, Capt., US Army, (1793-1864): “Information, Respecting the History, Conditions and Prospects of the Indian Tribes of the United States: Collected and Prepared under the Direction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, per Act of Congress of March 3d, 1847”. Illustrated by S. Eastman, Capt. US Army, Published by Authority of Congress, PART II ONLY, Philadelphia; Lippincott, Grambo & Co., 1852. Blindstamped blue cloth with gold titles and decoration, 13” x 10 1/2” x 3”. Binding faded, $2,000 - $3,000
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1284 CIVIL WAR VICKSBURG “DAILY CITIZEN” WALLPAPER EDITION - Extremely Rare and Authentic Copy of the July 2, 1863 “Daily Citizen” Newspaper, printed on wallpaper, and having the July 4th replaced column placed there by Union troops, who found the type still set when the city fell after a lengthy siege by Grant (May 18-July 4). The city had run out of nearly everything by then, eating mules (Confederate beef) is mentioned in column one, and Proprietor J.M. Swords was forced to issue the last few editions on wallpaper. In black stick frame, double glazed, OS: 20” x 12 1/2”, SS: 18 1/2” x 10 3/4”. Folded but fully legible, multiple old cello tape repairs to back, with stains on front. This meets all nine points of authentication as issued by the Library of Congress, includes a 2000 letter from the Director of the Lycoming County Historical Society supporting that view. $4,000 - $6,000 1284
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1281 1746 COMMISSION FOR INVASION OF CANADA - Appointment of John Shannon, Esq. as Captain of force of 100 men, dated June 20, 1746, signed by Lt. Governor George Thomas under the order of the King and the Duke of Newcastle, the Company to be raised in Pennsylvania, to march to Albany, New York and be placed under the command of General Gooch for the “Expedition against Canada”. With paper and wax embossed seal. 9” x 15” sheet in 11” x 17” frame under glass. Repaired breaks, staining and losses to document, loss at signature. $3,000 - $4,000
1285 PRE-CIVIL WAR ROBERT E. LEE AUTOGRAPH LETTER & PORTRAIT Framed Autographed Letter dated May 2, 1836, Engineers Department (Washington, D.C.), from Robert E. Lee (1807-1870), as Lt. Asst. to Chief Engineer Col. Charles Gratiot, to Brig. Genl. Robert Jones (1789-1852), Adjutant General of the Army from 1825-1852. He acknowledges receipt of a series of General Orders, refers to the proceedings in the case against Cadet Adams, written in secretarial hand until “By order”. In silver and black frame, under glass with two-window mat, OS: 15 1/4” x 19 1/2”, the letter is 9” x 7 3/4”. Very good condition. $3,500 - $5,500 PROVENANCE: From the lifelong Civil War collection of John N. Rathmell.
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1286 (17) CIVIL WAR US NAVY DOCUMENTS IN (6) FRAMES - Appointments of Capt. Spiro V. Bennis, Inspector & Acting Master of the USS Antona, Aroostook & Stockdale, others from Secy of Navy Gideon Welles, Adm David Farragut, including: Jan 1861 Order from SF DuPont to report to the Secy of the Navy; Aug 1861 from Gideon Welles to report to Brooklyn Navy Yard, cs by RW Meade; Order from Saml L Burke to report to US Bark Gem of the Seas; Jan 1862 Unfit for Duty signed by Welles; March 1862 Welles Order to report to Comm Paulding; Report to USS Connecticut by Meade, Paulding & Hoodhull; Oct 1862 Report to USS Tennessee signed by Farragut; July 1863 transfer to USS Antona by Farragut; To USS New London by HH Bell; Jan 1864 Order from HH Bell to take command of Schooner Sam Houston; Feb 1864 Order from Farragut to take over Aroostook; March 1864 Order from J Walmer to take command of Ironclad USS Elk; April 1864 Order from Farragut to take over US Ordinance Ship Fear Not; Dec 1864 to USS Kickapoo by Thornton Jenkins; April 1865 60 day leave by HR Thatcher; May 1865 discharge letter from Welles, PLUS Formal Discharge from Welles. Good condition, formal discharge water stained, some foxing to others. $2,000 - $3,000
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1287 MID 19TH C. PORTRAIT OF A BRITISH ARMY OFFICER - Naive Full-Length Portrait of Corporal John Howes of the Royal Horse Artillery, of Green Norton, Northamptonshire (1814 - ), oil on panel, unsigned, circa 1845, an ancestor of the consignor, with vintage genealogical records. Housed in the original grain painted molded frame, OS: 12 1/2” x 9 3/4”, SS: 9” x 6 1/4”, Light crazing. $800 - $1,000
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1288 HISTORIC FLINTLOCK PISTOL PROPERTY OF BARON CARL GUSTAV VON LIEWEN OF SWEDEN (1748-1809) - Fine 1288 Quality Flintlock made by Johan Frantz Meidinger (1720-69) of Stockholm, marked on the lockplate; for Major-General Baron Carl Gustaf von Liewen (1748-1809), Capitaine a la Suite of the Royal Suedois in Paris, supporter of Gustaf III to end the Swedish revolution of 1772, commissary to Louis XVI of France, later serving on French ships for the American Revolution, also the war in Russia of 1788-1790. The pistol has his name inlaid in gold on top. 56 cal. 11” barrel, walnut stock. Shaped and engraved trigger guard and butt. 17 1/2” long overall. Converted to percussion, chip to stock, multiple old pins. $1,000 - $2,000
1289 HALF-STOCK .36 CAL SHENANDOAH MUSKET WITH OLD POWDER HORN AND POSSIBLES BAG - Antique American Muzzleloader Small Calibre Musket, late 18th to early 19th c., having a curly maple half stock 1289 dressed with brass hearts and crescents, housing a heavy octagonal barrel, unmarked commercial lock, what may be the original maple ramrod, set and feather triggers having a scrolled brass trigger guard, deep concave brass butt, 34 1/2” barrel, 51 1/2” overall, loss to buttstock, old repairs. A very nice wall hanger. Includes old 9” powder horn with short leather strap and leather possibles bag containing a bullet mold and tin of bullets. $500 - $700 68
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1291 MID-19TH C. AMERICAN DOUBLE BARREL PERCUSSION SHOTGUN - Blunt & Syms, New York, circa 1850, Full Gauge Percussion Shotgun with fantastic damascened barrels having two inlaid gold bands on top, the lock, tail and trigger guard engraved, marked, fine figured walnut stock, original brass tipped walnut ramrod, 37” barrels, 54” overall. Near fine condition, some scratches to stock. $1,000 - $2,000 1291
1292 PASTEL MILITARY PORTRAIT, SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR - Mounted Portrait of Col. Melvin Grigsby, Commander of “Grigsby’s Cowboys”, the 3rd U.S. Volunteer Cavalry, pastel on paper, laid to canvas, in gold gesso frame, glazed. OS: 37” x 45”, SS: 27 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Grigsby raised the unit from Montana, North and South Dakota, and Nebraska. He was a Civil War veteran who saw a great deal of action for over three years, was captured and held as a POW in a rebel prison. He was serving as the Attorney General of South Dakota at the time of the sinking of the “Maine”. He quickly raised his company of ‘Cowboys’, proving them to be the most proficient readymade cavalry. Grigsby was Breveted Brigadier General by the end of the conflict. 1292 $2,000 - $3,000
1293 EXTREMELY RARE (3 VOLS) LOG BOOKS FROM BROOKLYN, NEW YORK HOOK AND LADDER CO #5 DATED 1889 TO 1897 - Remarkable Original Handwritten Record of Brooklyn Firefighting at the end of the 19th c., for New York Hook & Ladder Co. #5, Pacific Street near 6th Ave. The three volumes cover the dates: 1) Aug 8, 1889-May 31, 1890, 394 pages; 2) May 11, 1893-Jan 18, 1894, 399 pages; 3) Oct 6, 1896-Apr 28, 1897, 400 pages. Detailed record of all men present, equipment, horses, and regular routines; all fire calls are in red ink. A typical daily entry lists men on duty, assignment to patrol, breakfast, dinner and supper prep, remarks and activities of the day. Uses of telegraph, telephone and call boxes. Visits of superiors. Supply of feed for horses. Training and equipment maintenance (per District Engineer). New equipment, company doctor and blacksmith. Position, name, residence, badge and key record. In the original bindings, 14 “ x 8 1/2”. Rough, contents very good and fully legible. An amazing primary source. $2,000 - $3,000
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1294 WWI US NAVY CROSS WITH LETTER AND BATTLE DRAWING FROM RECIPIENT, MARINE & ARTIST CLAGGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) Navy Cross with Four Citation Stars, awarded to USMC Lt. Wilson Clagett “for meritorious and distinguished service during the campaigns of St. Mihiel, Chateau Thierry, Champagne and Meuse-Argonne”, in charge of the HQ Detachment of the 4th Brigade, also Aide-de-Camp to the Brigade Commander, personal liaison between Gen Harbouard and Gen Degoutte. Also included are his original sketch of a battle and a Sept. 20th, 1918 letter to his brother, Major Henry Clinton Wilson, US Army, G-5 Offices, France, describing the fighting in vivid language. Wilson went on to a successful career as an artist and designer for theatre and film. $1,000 - $1,500
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1290 A REMARKABLE LARGE DATED 1847 NARRATIVE PEACHAM VERMONT POWDERHORN WITH LATER BRASS BUTT AND MEASURE Beautifully Designed and Scrimshawn Bull Horn with initials “RG” each side of an American Eagle with “E Pluribus Unum” riband above, “Honesty and Industry, Peacham, March 1847” below. This central cartouche is flanked by Native Americans in Algonquin costume, with the bust of a bearded man and a minister in front of his church on outside flanks, above are a cow, a lamb, a goose and a hawk. Above this there is a three panel of story “The Great Awakening” Christian Evangelical Movement sweeping New England at the time, depicting parents presenting their children to a minister in a woodland setting. The upper right corner has an elk and a kangaroo (?) or a dog on his hind legs. 14 1/2” long overall. Fine condition. Peacham, Vermont had a peak population of 1,443 souls in 1840. Now about half 1290 that. $4,000 - $6,000
1295 WWI PHOTO COLLECTION OF DECORATED MARINE AND ARTIST CLAGGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) - Real Photo war postcards of USMC Lt. Wilson Clagett who fought in the campaigns of St. Mihiel, Chateau Thierry, Champagne and Meuse-Argonne, was in charge of the HQ Detachment of the 4th Brigade, also Aide-de-Camp to the Brigade Commander, personal liaison between Gen Harbouard and Gen Degoutte. Along with 1920s-30s Photo postcards of the artist with friends in Europe, his passport. Wilson went on to a successful career as an artist and designer for theatre and film. Good condition. Wilson was a recipient of the Navy Cross with four citation stars. $400 - $600
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1296 WWI MEDALS & MESS KIT OF MARINE & ARTIST CLAGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) INC CROIX DE GUERRE - Croix de Guerre, Victory Medal with four battle bars, and other medals awarded to USMC Lt. Wilson Clagett who fought in the campaigns of St. Mihiel, Chateau Thierry, Champagne and MeuseArgonne, was in charge of the HQ Detachment of the 4th Brigade, also Aide-de-Camp to the Brigade Commander, personal liaison between Gen Harbouard and Gen Degoutte. Includes veterans medals and lapel pins, buttons and leather cased utensils set. Wilson went on to a successful career as an artist and designer for theatre and film. Wilson was a recipient of the Navy Cross with four citation stars. $400 - $600
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1297 10 YEN NOTE SIGNED BY TOJO, MACARTHUR, HALSEY, EISENHOWER & OTHERS OWNED BY US SENATOR HUGH SCOTT WWII Japanese Bank Note carried by US Senator Hugh Scott of Pennsylvania while a USN Commander 1944-46, as Senator and as Chairman of the Republican National Committee 1948-49. Covered with autographs, including: Hideki Tojo (1884-1948); NATO Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower (1890-1969); Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King (1878-1956); Fleet Admiral William ‘Bull’ Halsey (18821959); Supreme Commander Allied Powers Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) & his wife Jean; MacArthur Political Advisor William J. Sebold; Lt. Gen. Clovis 1297 Ethelbert Byers, Chief of Staff, 8th Army (1899-1973); Rear Admiral George Dominic Murray, Commander First Fleet (1889-1956); Major General Thomas D. White, Commander Fifth Air Force, Japan (1901-1963); Lt. Gen. Edward M. Almond, Chief of Staff to MacArthur in Japan (18921974), others, in black stick frame, double glazed, 5 1/2” x 8”. Folded, soiled, one bit of cello tape. $1,500 - $2,500
1298 FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT SIGNED TLS 1928 - Boldly Signed Typed Response to Invitation, dated Dec 16, 1928, on Roosevelt & O’Connor, Counselors at Law, 120 Broadway, New York letterhead, but with his home address of 49 East 56th Street, unable to address Young Men’s Democratic Club on Jackson Day, framed in double window mat with portrait, in gold molded frame, under Plexiglas, OS: 15” x 19”, letter is 9 1/2” x 8”. Good condition, folded. $800 - $1,200
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1299 19TH C. PHOTO ALBUM WITH (2) IMAGES OF ‘GOLD RUSH” MEN - Leather Album holding (21) CDV Photos & (18) Tintypes. Two tintypes are of men holding nuggets of gold or silver, one has a friend displaying his pocketwatch, probably also gold from his stake, a few of the CDVs have Kenosha Wisconsin or Lansing Michigan backstamps, the further you go to the back, the more ‘Western’ the garb. The album is in poor condition, but the 1299 contents are very good. $600 - $800 70
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1300 “THE MASTER OF APOLLO AND DAPHNE” (15TH C. UMBRIAN SCHOOL) - “Water for Jewels”, possibly a Florentine illustration of Giovanni Boccaccio’s “The Decameron”, egg tempera on cradled panel, unsigned, depicting the figure of the man and woman making their exchange in an expansive coastal landscape, camels to left and the well to right, in 18th c. hand carved gilt wood frame, OS: 26 1/2” x 47”, SS: 23 3/4” x 44 1/4”. Cleaned and restored by the Boston MFA. Includes 24 September 1989 letter from Everett Fahy, John Pope-Hennesey Chairman, Department of European Paintings at The Metropolitan Museum of Art to Dr. Eric M. Zafran, European Paintings, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Also a copy of Fahy’s Harvard Doctorate Thesis of 1968 “Some Followers of Domenico Ghirlandajo” (of which this artist was one). He mentions that the Frick had a 1925 photograph of this painting “when it belonged to Dr. James Henry Lancashire, who lived at Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts”. $25,000 - $50,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
1301 ROMAN MARBLE HEAD - Head of Crowned Diana, Early Imperial Roman Period, circa 50-100 AD, in Carrara marble, yellowed with age, she is depicted turning to the left, chin up, her hair curled in the Flavian style below her laurel wreath and diadem crown, pegged loose on a later veined black marble turned plinth, 21 1/2” tall overall. Chips to diadem edge, back portion cleaved off and reattached long ago with large wooden pegs, the underside has been chiseled to round. $25,000 - $35,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL This lot is not available for online bidding.
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1302 15TH C. ITALIAN TERRA COTTA ARCHITECTURAL PANEL - Italian Renaissance Bas Relief Panel of a Standing Prophet of the Old Testament, holding a knife, probably Abraham. Mid to late 15th c. Roughly 34 1/2” x 15 1/2” x 3 1/2”. Some old loss, nice patina. $4,000 - $6,000
1303 15TH C. ITALIAN TERRA COTTA ARCHITECTURAL PANEL - Italian Renaissance Bas Relief Panel of a Standing Prophet of the Old Testament, holding a scroll, possibly St. Matthew the Evangelist. Mid to late 15th c. Roughly 34 1/2” x 15 1/2” x 3 1/2”. Some old loss, nice patina. $4,000 - $6,000 1302
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1304 (2) ROMAN FLOOR MOSAICS MOUNTED AS PATIO TABLES Roman Mosaics of a Bursting Star & a Walled City with Towers, 200-300 AD., on square steel frame bases, 17” x 14 1/4” diam. & 17 1/2” x 39 1/2” x 12”. Good condition, three tessarae missing from corner of the latter. $2,000 - $3,000
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1305 ITALIAN CASSONE - 18th c. Northern Italian Walnut Cassone, snipe hinged overhanging molded top, leaf bracket and carved panel front, same inside lid, full width drawer at bottom, lion paw feet. Lid lock has cast brass escutcheon, drop pulls on drawer. 27 1/2” x 54 1/2” x 21”. Wormage, edge losses, shrinkage cracks. $1,500 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From a Sullivan, ME estate.
1306 RARE IVORY ALTAR TRIPTYCH - Early 16th c. French Gothic Traveler’s Altarpiece, with nine low relief vignettes depicting the Life of Christ, having gabled top with heralding angels flanking the Crucifixion, flame form crenellation, marked “M.B. Anno 1507” on Christ’s catafalque, lower right center panel. 12 1/8” x 10 3/4” opened 1306 out. Fine condition with expected closed shrinkage cracks. $15,000 - $20,000 72
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1307 HIGH GOTHIC IVORY VOTIVE SCULPTURE - 14th c. Standing Figure of Madonna and Child, with separate crown, probably French; she is holding a rose sceptre, the Christ child is holding an orb. In remnants of sizing and giltwork. Mounted on early painted walnut plinth. 7 3/4” tall carving, 10” tall overall. $3,000 - $5,000
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1308 ITALIAN RENAISSANCE ALTAR VOTIVE - Carrara Marble Figure of The Holy Mother, on an integral base, with applied brass crown, in her left hand she holds the Christ child, who is missing from the waist up, her right hand is missing. 9 3/4” tall. Nice age and use wear and patina. $800 - $1,200
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1309 RENAISSANCE PERIOD GESSO RELIEF PANEL - Rare Florentine 15th c. Stucco Bas Relief of the Madonna and Child shown surrounded by angels, after Donatello (c. 13861466). With original polychrome paint, set into an early iron frame having protruding leaf corner brackets, within a later molded walnut frame and wine velvet covered casing. OS: 30” x 21”, SS: 22” x 15 1/2”. Minor losses. $4,000 - $6,000
1310 ECCLESIASTICAL STATUE - Carved, Polychromed and Gilt Wood Statue of a Bishop Saint, probably Spanish 15th c., on a modern wooden plinth, 39 1/2” tall figure only, 48 1/2” x 13 1/2” x 11 1/2” overall. Loss to left hand, shrinkage cracks, wormage. $3,000 - $4,000
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1311 LARGE 17TH C. ENGLISH COURT CUPBOARD - Walnut Cupboard with figural carving, one drawer over two door, frieze and drawer carved with birds, berries and vines, stiles carved with angels and pomegranates, the two door with angels and blossoms, locks (with keys), shaped and carved bracket base, 56” x 62” x 25 1/4”. Crack to top, some minor losses. $2,000 - $3,000 1311
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
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1312 FOLLOWER OF ANTHONY VAN DYCK (BELGIUM/ENGLAND, 1599-1641) The Virgin Mary being Crowned Queen of Heaven by the Infant Christ, 17th c., unsigned, oil on paper, laid to linen, in later gold molded frame, OS: 27” x 23”, SS: 21” x 17”. Heavy craquelure, old repairs with sealing wax. $2,000 - $3,000
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1313 MEDIEVAL RELIGIOUS PAINTED PANEL - 13th c. Crucifixion, probably French, with Christ on the Cross in front of the walls of Jerusalem, flanked by the Virgin Mary and St. James, with gilt work and integral gilt molded frame, in later but still early painted cove frame, OS: 12 1/2” x 11”, SS: 9 3/4” x 8 1/4”. Some restoration. Old label verso reads “Cette Icone du Calvaire: m’a ete Donnee dans les Annees 40 parv une Malade que je Visitais, Mme Brooks, cette Dame agee elle-,meme de plus de 80 and, la Tena---de sa Grand-Mere. (Elle demeurait chez M. Arthur Gagnon, genealogiste, Rue Sherbrooke, Montreal”. $4,000 - $6,000
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1314 OLD MASTER PAINTING - Late Medieval Spanish, 15th c., of the Visitation, depicting Santa Maria and Santa Elisabet, in oil on panel with scraffito giltwork, painted on two battened oak planks, unframed, 34 3/4” x 26”. Old repairs and retouching, especially at plank seam, gouges on left, unfinished patches in giltwork fields. $4,000 - $6,000
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1315 OLD MASTER PAINTING 17th c. Portrait of the Holy Mother with Joseph, Theresa, Anne and John the Baptist (and a leaping small dog) in an interior, oil on copper, unsigned, housed in a Victorian gold gesso on oak frame, OS: 21 3/4” x 17 1/4”, SS: 17” x 12 1/2”. Cleaned and restored. $1,000 - $1,500
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1316 OLD MASTER PAINTING - Portrait of Saint Rosalia, Patron Saint of Palermo, oil on canvas, laid to panel, in vintage silver and gold leaf tombstone top molded architectural frame, OS: 21 3/4” x 19”, SS: 17 1/4” x 14 3/4”. Good condition, out of 1316 square. $1,500 - $1,800 74
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1317 17TH-18TH C. CONTINENTAL ECCLESIASTICAL FIGURE - Polychromed Carved Wood Standing Saint, probably French, possibly St. Jerome, depicted in flowing robes, looking down with a vivid expression heightened by brown glass eyes, mounted on a later carved base (removable), roughly 28” x 13” x 7 1/2”. Losses, wormage, charming patina. $1,500 - $1,800
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1318 AFTER GIOVANNI ANTONIO SOGLIANI (ITALY, 1492-1544) Grand Tour Period Rondel of The Madonna with Child, flanked by infant St. John and St. Peter, landscape with buildings behind, oil on panel, unsigned, in an ornately carved fruit themed gilt wood frame, OS: 45” diam.; SS: 33” diam. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 1317
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1319 COLLECTION OF (96) 16TH-17TH C. GERMAN ENGRAVED BOOK ILLUSTRATIONS BY MATTHEUS MERIAN (1593-1650) OR JAN SADELER (1550-1600) - Religious Engraved Book Illustration Series from the Alfred Merian Collection, Wayne, Maine, he being a descendent of the Swiss artist Matthaus Merian, herein represented by three groups of (45) plates at the end. All plates trimmed to edge in the 19th c. and mounted on laid paper sheets, currently in a ring binder under plastic sheeting. They 1319 include: “Oraculum Anachoreticum”, 1600 “Hermit Series” with title page and 25 plates, by Jan and Raphael Sadeler; PLUS “Trophaeum Vitae Solitariae”, 1598, with title page and 24 of 25 plates by Jan and Raphael Sadeler; PLUS Various Engravings by Matthaus Merian form “Four Seasons” and “Twelve Months”, and title page and 23 plates from “A New Set of Pleasant Views”, 1624. Roughly 6 1/2” x 8” prints on 7 1/4” x 9” laid paper mounts. Generally very good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
1320 18TH C. ITALIAN STILL LIFE - Table Top Arrangement of Pomegranates and Other Fruit, Neopolitan School, oil on canvas, laid to hardboard, in black lacquered ribboned cove frame with gilt liner, OS: 27” x 32”, SS: 18 3/4” x 23 3/4”. Cleaned and retouched. $2,000 - $3,000
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1321 18TH C. ITALIAN COMMODE - Fine Walnut Four Drawer Commode with canted architectural corners and sides, molded conforming top, drawers with molded inset panels, matching column panels, ring turned wooden pulls, set on molded bracket base, 35” x 34” x 1321 19”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1322 OLD MASTER PAINTING - Domestic Animal Husbandry Scene of Family attending to cows and sheep, an Angel descending from above startling the eldest man. Oil on coarse linen, unsigned, late 16th to early 17th c. Flemish or Dutch. Housed in hand carved 20th c. gold and red frame, OS: 35 1/2” x 29 1/2”, SS: 28” x 22”. Loss to top. $2,000 - $4,000
1323 ATTRIBUTED TO FERDINAND POL (NETHERLANDS, 1616-1680) - Early 17th c. Dutch School Portrait of a Patrician Lady, oil on linen, unsigned, she is depicted in a thoughtful mood, her head resting on her right hand, housed in a magnificent hand carved gold frame, on a 19th c. Continental stretcher, OS: 45” x 39”, SS: 35 1/2” x 28 1/2”. Cleaned, relined and retouched, one small flaked spot at bottom. $3,000 - $5,000
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1324 SCHOOL OF PETER PAUL RUBENS (FLEMISH, 1577-1640) - 17th c. Study of a Child’s Head, probably the Infant Christ, oil on gessoed thin muslin, laid to early cardboard, unsigned, housed in an Italian gilt wood oval frame, OS: 13” x 11”, SS: 11” x 9”. Very good condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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1325 JEAN-MARC NATTIER (FRANCE, 1685-1766) - Oval Portrait of Madame Catherine Quinalt-Dufresne, (1705-1767) an Actress of the Comedie Francaise. Oil on mitered oak panel, subject and artist identified verso, along with later paper label attributing the work to Charles-Antoine Coypel (1694-1752), who was not known to have painted actresses. The subject is depicted ‘deshabille’ in her chambers, leaning on a pillow while cradling her black Spaniel dog. In a 19th c. gilt frame with crimson velvet spandrel, OS: 17” x 14”, SS: 10 1/4” x 8 1/4”. Cleaned and retouched. $2,000 - $3,000
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1326 FRENCH MINIATURE PAINTING - 17th c. Genre Portrait of a Woman Trying on a Pearl Necklace, shop attendant holding mirror, vase and book on stand behind; oil on ivory, unsigned, costume circa 1680, housed in 19th c. gilt molded frame, under glass, OS: 7 1/4” x 8 3/4”, SS: 5” x 6 3/8”. Repaired crack, laid to corrugated cardboard, small flecks. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables,
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1327 (2) CONTINENTAL ALBARELLOS - 17th c. Italian or Spanish Pottery Jars with armorial devices, 10 1/2” x 5” & 9 3/4” x 4 1/2”. Old repairs. $600 - $800
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1328 (2) CONTINENTAL ALBARELLOS - 17th c. Italian or Spanish Pottery Jars with sponge or splashed blue on white decoration, 9 3/4” x 4 1/2”. Good condition. $600 - $800
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1329 PAIR OF 18TH C. DUTCH BELL METAL CANDLESTICKS - Lathe Turned Bell Metal Candlesticks, having deep cylindrical cups, double ring and urn turned stems riveted to molded pan form bases, 11” x 6” diam. With a nice, warm buttery yellow patina, buffed but not polished. $600 - $800
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1330 18TH C. CONTINENTAL BRASS CHURCH CANDLE PRICKET - Repoussed and Cast Brass Floor Candlestand in Renaissance style, having Catholic symbology, lion paw tripod base, probably French, 40 1/4” tall, 13” foot to foot. Very good condition, missing top. $700 - $900 1330
1331 (2 PCS) FRAMED VERY RARE MEDIEVAL TEXTILES - Heraldry of Pairs of Two Lions Rampant Addorsed within circles in crimson on pink, what appears to be silk and wool, laid to fine netting for preservation and presented in double glazing with sealed edge, set into oak box frames. 21” x 30 3/4” & 22” x 30 3/4”. Remarkable condition. Derived from the Persian, this was the badge of office for a ‘megas dux’ or ‘meas domestikos’, the highest official in the Byzantine hierarchy. Adapted by the Dux Saxonie Palantinus Rheni by the 13th c. Later appeared in the shield of Charles V of France. 1331 $15,000 - $20,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1332 FRENCH AUBUSSON TAPESTRY - 76” SQ. - 19th c. Wool Tapestry depicting an exotic bird standing in a pond surrounded by verdant forest, with later stitched on sleeve for hanging batten. Slightly color faded, some small areas of separation. $800 - $1,200
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1333 CONTINENTAL TAPESTRY - 6’-6” x 4’-10” 19th - 20th c. Belgian hand worked tapestry depicting a rich forest scene with five figures in front of two riverside chateaus, having a rose border with dark brown framing, brass hanging rings. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1334 1615 ENGLISH INDENTURE - James I Reign Pledge of Servitude (fiefdom) to eradicate debt, written in Latin and Old English, between Richard Parlow of Billington (Lancashire) and William Knott, Militia Captain and Mill Owner, dated September, 1615, ink on parchment, signed by Parlow, roughly 9” x 6”, in shadowbox frame under glass with blue velvet liner, OS: 14 1/2” x 14”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1335 RARE 1599 GENEVA ‘BREECHES’ BIBLE, LARGE QUARTO EDITION, WITH PSALMS - Complete Breeches Bible, both Testaments with engraved title pages and colophon, illustrations and maps throughout, having the namesake text Genesis III.7. Added Book of Psalms and partial Prayers. Publisher: Deputies of Christopher Barker, London. Remants of original calf binding with gilt title and cartouche, raised spine mostly present, both boards off but present, contents edge toned and soiled, a few scattered stains. The Bible of the Pilgrims and Shakespeare. $1,000 - $1,500 1335
1336 AFTER WILLIAM HOGARTH (UK, 1697-1764) - Late 18th c. copy of a Hogarth Self-Portrait, oil on linen, laid to canvas, unsigned, unframed, 30” x 25”. Multiple small 1336 scratches, retouching. $800 - $1,200 78
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1337 QING DEHUA GUANYIN MARKED HE CHAOZONG Day 1
Considered the most beloved Buddhist divine figure, Guanyin is a bodhisattva (one who is on the path to becoming a Buddha) associated with compassion and kindness. Most commonly referred to as the “Goddess of Mercy,” she is believed to have power to relieve suffering and assist all who pray to her. Prior to the 12th Century, representations of this figure were generally masculine in appearance. Since that time, Guanyin has been depicted in female form as a beautiful woman in flowing white robe.
He Chaozong double gourd seal.
1337 QING DEHUA GUANYIN MARKED HE CHAOZONG - 17th c. Blanc de Chine Seated Guanyin, with the impressed double gourd seal of famed early 17th century Chinese potter He Chaozong. She is depicted with hands in repose, downcast eyes, seated on an integral lotus throne, with impressed maker’s mark on back, set on a custom carved rosewood lotus platform. 12 1/2” x 6 1/2” x 4 3/4” figure only, 14 3/4” tall overall with plinth. Small flake to mantle. A fine example. $50,000 - $75,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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1338 ZHOU DYNASTY BRONZE DING - Large Chinese Cast Bronze Tripod Ritual Food Vessel, Eastern Zhou Dynasty. A symbol of authority and burial offering, this example is decorated with two bands of curvilinear anthropomorphic decoration on the body and the domed lid, having an unusual raised ring supported by six dragon heads, typical square lug handles, raised on three simple tapered footed legs with plain knees. 11” x 12” x 11”. Ancient crack to lid, cleaned and waxed. $25,000 - $45,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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1339 ZHOU DYNASTY BRONZE DING - Tripod Covered Ritual Food Vessel, finely cast with shallow bands of scroll pattern, square upright handles with scroll patterns, three rings on the domed cover, which has two bands and a center medallion, raised on three simple footed legs, set on a custom carved base, 8” x 9 1/2” x 7 1/2”. One leg repaired, lightly encrusted, grey/green patina. $25,000 - $30,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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1340 RARE EARLY QING GILT BRONZE KYLIN SET WITH SEMIPRECIOUS STONES Day 1
The Kylin (or Qilin) is a Chinese mythical creature that symbolizes prosperity and good omens. It is believed that its appearance is an auspicious sign – foretelling the birth or death of a sage, or materializing during a great ruler’s reign. Depictions of this creature combine characteristics of a variety of animals, such as the hooves of a horse, body of a deer, tail of an ox, head of a dragon, and antlers of a stag (or the single horn of a unicorn), resulting in a fierce, almost terrifying appearance. Legends, however, describe the Kylin as a peaceful and gentle being that walks amidst the clouds to avoid harming even a blade of grass.
1340 RARE EARLY QING GILT BRONZE KYLIN SET WITH SEMIPRECIOUS STONES - 17th or 18th c. Gilt Bronze Mythological Creature, beautifully detailed, the flame patterned form on back as censer having a rearing dragon’s head, spread wings, scaled body and tail, overall scattered appliques of white jade, agate, lapis and carnelian. With an early silk covered wooden stand. 8” x 7 1/2” x 7” figure. Missing six jade claws, one agate breastplate. $50,000 - $75,000 This lot is not available for online bidding. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1341 IMPORTANT THAI BUDDHIST ALTAR FIGURE - 17th-18th c. Phra Shakyamuni Ayutthaya Thai Gilt Bronze Buddha, shown on the verge of enlightenment, in bhumisparsha mudra. From sand cast bronze with remnants of gilding, encrusted and darkened by years of exposure to smoky veneration, retaining most of the red sand from casting inside. Roughly 18” x 16” x 9”. Great patina. $10,000 - $15,000
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1342 PAIR OF SONG DYNASTY FUNERARY OFFERING URNS - Tall Bottle Form Pottery Urns in pale celadon, complete with helmet form lids, having a long spiral beaded tapering neck, applied writhing dragon and ruffle at shoulder, flared unglazed foot of exposed white clay. Both roughly 15” x 5 3/4” diam. Good condition, minor losses to dragons. $3,000 - $5,000 1342
1343 CHINESE LARGE BRONZE CENSER - Chinese Cast Bronze Censer with Ming mark, squat bulbous body, heavy walls, flared top with flat rim, tapered loop handles, flared low foot, having a six character mark Xuande (1426-1435). 3 5/8” x 9” x 7 1/2”. Dull patina. $2,000 - $3,000
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1344 (2) SIMILAR ROUND CHINESE HARDWOOD STANDS - 19th c. Wood Stands, having panel tops, molded edges and doubled set of five legs, reticulated key aprons and brackets, resting on conforming stepped bracket bases, both 17” diam. The taller is 33 1/2”, the shorter is 32”, slight dissimilarities in the detailing. The second has batten repairs to the underside of the top. $2,000 - $3,000
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1345 LATE HAN DYNASTY POT - Chinese Cylindrical Green Glazed Pot, circa 202-220 AD, with beaded decoration, raised on three bear feet, encrusted, comes with an ornately carved rosewood stand having four character seal at center, 5 1/2” x 9” diam. jar, 3 1/2” tall stand. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1346 HAN DYNASTY POT FUNEREAL JAR - Eastern Chinese Hu Shaped Storage Jar, 206-220 AD, the rounded sides with applied taotie ring mask handles and a relief band of figures on horseback, dragons and kylin, covered in an green glaze, 12” x 9”. $1,000 - $1,500
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1347 HAN DYNASTY FUNERARY FIGURE OF A DOG - Chinese Terra Cotta Figure of a Standing Dog with Collar, having alert ears and curled tail, hollow body, 8” x 10 1/4” x 5 3/4”. Tip of one ear gone, lightly encrusted. $1,000 - $2,000
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1348 HAN DYNASTY POTTERY OIL LAMP - Chinese Figural Oil Lamp (206 BC-220 AD), of a Mother and Child, in pale green glazed terra cotta, 9 3/4” tall. Very good condition, encrusted, glaze chip at nose of the mother. $600 - $800
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1349 HAN DYNASTY POTTERY BEAR - Chinese Figural Bear in grey clay with white slip on front and remnants of blue and red pigment, on a $600 - $800 1349 custom wood stand, 5 1/4” tall figure, 1” stand. Worn. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1350 HAN DYNASTY STYLE WINE JUG - Slip Decorated Terra Cotta Oval Jug , a funerary piece in the form of a silkworm cocoon, with small flared rim neck and inset hollow foot, having vertical stripes in red and black with white wind pattern decorations. 9 1/2” x 10” x 6 3/4”. Chipped foot with vertical hairline into body, encrusted, scratches. $600 - $800
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1351 CHINESE PORCELAIN VASE - Chinese Ming Dynasty Blue & White Porcelain Urn, meiping shape decorated with hou-ou bird among clouds, period carved and reticulated wooden lid and stand, urn with paper label ‘L. Wannieke, Paris’ (Leon Wannieck - early 20th c. French dealer, author and collector of Chinese ceramics and art) on base, urn only: 13” high, 9 1/2” diam.; with stand and lid: 18 1/2” high. Shrinkage crack to top of stand, otherwise good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $8,000 - $12,000 1351
1352 QING FLAMBE PORCELAIN VASE - 18th c. Chinese Bottle Form Vase with peach blow rim and sang de boeuf body, recessed foot having ground edge glaze, later faint export mark in green, 8 1/4” x 4 1/4”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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1353 CHINESE CLOISONNE BOX WITH JADE INSERT - 18th c. Chinese Cloisonné and Gilded Brass Rectangular Lidded Box, with finely carved white jade plaque insert depicting two quail in a landscape setting, cloisonné with lotus decoration on medium blue background, 2 3/4” high, 5 3/4” x 3 3/4”. Good condition, with no chips, cracks or damage. $1,000 - $2,000 84
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From the Estate of
Dr. Arthur & Ruth Sokoloff
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Lots 1354 - 1413 represent Arthur’s & Ruth’s passion for Asian art and culture—a passion that continued for more than 50 years.
1354 MING BLANC DE CHINE SMALL GUANYIN MARKED HE CHAOZONG 17th c. Dehua Porcelain Guanyin, with the impressed seal of famed early 17th century Chinese potter He Chaozong. She is depicted with hands in repose, ruyi sceptre in crook of right arm, downcast eyes, on an integral platform, with impressed maker’s mark on back (partly concealed by applique pearls), 9 1/4 “ tall. A very delicate rendering. $25,000 - $45,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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1355 LARGE CHINESE POTTERY TOMB FIGURE OF A CAMEL - Tang Dynasty (618-907) Standing Double-Humped Camel with Saddlebags, in traditional Sancai dripped green and orange glazes, with neck arched and head up, mouth open in a bellow, set on the typical slab base, 25” x 15” x 5”. Cracked base, chipped edge to saddlebag. With 1992 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA and authenticity dating report from Daybreak Archeometric Laboratory Services, Guilford, CT. $8,000 - $12,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL
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1356 CHINESE POTTERY HORSE - Tang Dynasty Standing Horse in Sancai glaze, refined detailing of harness and saddle, 14 1/2” x 15” x 4 1/2”. Old repairs to legs and base. With 1978 purchase receipt from Thiel’s Oriental Antiques, Los Angeles, CA. and authenticity dating report from Daybreak Archeometric Laboratory Services, Guilford, CT. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL
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1358 CHINESE LOW TABLE - 18th c. Carved Rosewood Table with reticulated apron and brackets, 11 1/4” x 30” x 16 1/4”. Very good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1359 RARE CHINESE BRONZE FOOTED CENSER - 18th-19th c. Silver Inlaid Bronze Archaic Form Ting Censer with two square standing handles, wind dragon motif, squat legs, later elegant reticulated rosewood cover of vinework, the whole standing on a custom carved lotus blossom stand, 5” x 6” x 5” diam. bronze. One leg is an old replacement, the wooden lid is repaired. With purchase receipt and 1979 appraisal from Thiel’s Oriental Antiques, Los Angeles, CA. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1360 ANTIQUE CARVED JADE CHILD FIGURE - Antique Carved Celadon Jade Figure of a Seated Naked Boy, on carved wooden stand, figure only: 2 1/2” high, 2” x 1 1/2”. Hairline crack in right arm. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1361 CHINESE DREAMSTONE SCREEN - Tabletop Screen in Rosewood with Dreamstone Disc Center, resembling mountains in clouds, having inscription and seal engraved along top edge of one side, 10” diam. stone, 26 3/4” x 17” x 8”. Very good condition, one sphere missing from base. $2,000 - $3,000 1361 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1357 PAIR CHINESE LACQUERED BOXES - Pair of Chinese Lacquered Seal Boxes, late Qing, with raised dragon, phoenix and cloud surface decoration, hinged lids, latches and side handles with gilded and engraved hardware, yellow silk lined interiors with removable tray, red painted bases, 14 1/4” high, 11 1/4” x 11 1/4”. Surface wear. With 1992 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $1,500 - $2,500
1362 PAIR CHINESE PORCELAIN FOO DOGS - Matched Pair of Chinese Polychrome Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs, late 19th c., with moveable ceramic eyes, the male guards a sphere representing the flower of life and the female with cub symbolizing the cycle of life, both on rectangular openwork pedestals, on carved wooden stands, 16 1/4” high, 9 1/4” x 5 1/4”. Male: tail rim chip, ball chips, base edge chips, claw and ear flakes, base firing crack; Female: tail and claw flakes. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1363 CHINESE ARMCHAIR FOR THE EUROPEAN MARKET - 19th Carved Dense Rosewood Export Armchair with Chippendale influences, having a splat with relief carving of a bird on a branch with berries, reticulated knotwork frame, scrolled arms resting on shaped panels also carved with berry vines, shaped and molded panel seat, shaped apron with reticulated front, grape carved front cabriole legs, shaped back legs, H-stretcher, 18 1/2” seat, 24 1/2” arms, 38” back, 21 1/2” x 21”. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1364 FRAMED CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUE - Plaque of Two Deer, Two Monkeys and Two Sparrows on and around a blossoming tree atop boulders, signed, in later faux bamboo frame with linen panel, 21 3/4” x 16 1/2”, SS: 14 3/4” x 9 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1365 FRAMED CHINESE PORCELAIN PLAQUE - Plaque depicting a Pair of Pheasants on a Blossoming Branch, set against a black background, with a red seal lower right, in typical rosewood frame with backing board, OS: 17” x 11 3/4”, SS: 14 1/2” x 9 1/4”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1366 SMALL CHINESE BRONZE ALTAR STATUE - Early Qing Period Guanyin in bronze with remnants of gilding over red lacquer, on an integral legged stand, with custom wooden insert base, 8 1/4” tall overall, age and use patina. Two legs of base missing, edge repair to base. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $1,000 - $1,500 1366
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1367 LATE MING BRONZE STANDING BUDDHA - 16th-17th c. Standing Buddha in Prayer, on a lotus base, cast bronze, in remnants of gilding and blood red lacquer, his hands clasped in prayer, with floral edging to his robes, 9” tall. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $1,500 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1368 EARLY MING BRONZE STANDING BUDDHA - Chinese Standing Buddha on lotus base, in cast and chiseled bronze with remnants of gilding, hands clasped in prayer, with well-defined robes having very deep sleeves, 9 1/2” tall. Fine patina. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1369 A LARGE CHINESE HAN POTTERY TOMB FIGURE - Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD) Figure of a Standing Courtesan, with original separate head, lacking hands, her body slightly stooped in an offering stance, decorated with remnants of tan, red, white and black slip, 29 1/4” tall, 10 1/2” x 6 1/2” at the base. Fine patina. With 1991 purchase receipt and certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $3,000 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1370 CHINESE POTTERY TOMB VASE WITH COVER - Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD) Funeral Urn, in Hu form, square profile, with deep foot and pyramidal top, decorated in orange, yellow and creme slip, featuring a Tao Tie mask on each side, 17 3/4” x 7 1/2” x 8”, having 4” tall wooden stand. Minor loss to pigment, one area of repair. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1370
1371 CHINESE POTTERY HORSE WITH RIDER - Tang Horse with Figure in red, orange, black and white slip, having both hands up, the horse with head down and mouth open, on integral platform, 16 1/4” x 13” x 5 1/2”. Repair to one arm at shoulder and to ears of horse. With 2005 purchase receipt from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $2,000 - $3,000 1371 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1372 PAIR OF CHINESE POTTERY TOMB FIGURES - Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Couple Figures in sancai glaze, on similar integral six-sided plinths, with separate head, one offering a bowl, the other with one hand exposed from voluminous sleeves held at chest, one head has ornate court cap, the other a simple sugarloaf cap, both stand about 20” tall. Fine patina, some encrustation. With 1991 purchase receipt and certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1373 ANCIENT CHINESE POTTERY VASE - Early Han Dynasty (221–206 BC) Green Glaze Vase with high relief figures of a ‘Polo Player’, mythological beasts and beauties, Tao Tie mask, on a broad band at the shoulder, having a cuffed rim, set on a wooden stand, 13” x 9 1/2” diam. Repaired crack, occlusions at rim. Includes 1988 purchase receipt and COA from TK Oriental Antiques of Williamsburg, VA. $1,000 - $1,500 1372
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1374 (3) EARLY CHINESE POTTERY TOMB FIGURES OF WOMEN - Tang Dynasty, in remnants of polychrome slip, all Court figures, including: a seated attendant on a later wooden platform, 7 1/2” tall, head reattached; a courtesan with long sleeves and top knot, 12” tall (missing one hand) and a dancer with worn features, 9 1/2” tall, head reattached. Courtesan figure with 1978 purchase receipt and certificate of authenticity from Thiel’s Oriental Antiques, Los Angeles, CA. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1374
1375 EARLY CHINESE POTTERY FIGURE (DAMAGED) - Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD), Tomb Figure of a Horse in remnants of brown and orange glazes, 11” long. All four legs professionally repaired, otherwise good patina, encrusted. Includes descriptive sheet from Thiel’s of Los Angeles. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1375
1376 CHINESE POLYCHROMED WOODEN FIGURE - 18th c. or earlier Altar Figure of a seated Bodhisattva Guanyin, in relaxed posture, with feet resting on lotuses, right foot raised with arm resting on knee, holding a ruyi, nicely carved drapery, diadem crown, refined features, 20 1/2” tall. Shrinkage cracks and pigment loss, wonderful age patina. $2,000 - $3,000 1376
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1377 CHINESE CARVED SANDALWOOD SCULPTURE - Late Qing Figure of Guanyin with Attendant, she is depicted with her right foot resting on the back of the seated girl, on a blossom and branch reticulated base with later stand, 13 1/2” tall overall. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1378 CHINESE LACQUERED WOOD SCULPTURE - 19th c. Standing Figure in red and black lacquer with remnants of gilding, Southern China, with display stand. 17” tall figure. Good condition. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1377
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1379 MONUMENTAL PAIR CHINESE PORCELAIN FLOOR VASES - Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Square Floor Vases with figural and landscape decoration depicting village scenes, on carved wooden stands, bases with unglazed foot with recessed glazed center, unmarked, vases only: 32 1/4” high, 10” square. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1380 PAIR CHINESE LIDDED URNS - Pair of Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Lidded Urns, late 19th - early 20th c., with rectangular mouth, curved shoulder, applied dragons and double qilin and ball handles, lids with qilin finials, enameled figural decoration to front, back and side panels, surrounded by butterfly, floral and auspicious symbols, recessed bases with unglazed feet, 21 1/4” high, 7 1/4” x 4 1/2”. Large chip to one foot, minor paint loss at corners. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1381 PAIR CHINESE ROSE MANDARIN PORCELAIN VASES - Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, mid-19th c., each with scalloped top rim, mid-body scalloped lip with four applied gilt dragons, handles with gilded qilin and ball, with polychrome enameled figural panels depicting women and children, surrounded by flowers, foliage, fruit and ornaments, unmarked, with carved wooden stands, vases only: 13 1/2” high, 7 1/4” diam. Gilding losses and minor paint loss, otherwise good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 1381
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1382 CHINESE PORCELAIN FLOOR VASE - Late Qing Chinese Porcelain Phoenix-Tail Form Famille Verte Floor Vase, with figural decoration, six character Daoguang mark on base, 28” high, 12” diam. Good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $2,000 - $3,000
1383 PR CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES - Pair of Chinese Famille Jaune Porcelain Baluster Shape Vases, 20th c., with front and back paneled enamel figural decoration depicting scholars and teachers, famille rose floral band around shoulders, red Daoguang seal marks on bases, with matching carved wooden stands, vases only: 17 1/4” high, 8” diam. Drilled bases, one vase has a firing crack inside of base rim. $1,000 - $1,500 1382
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1384 CHINESE PORCELAIN VASE - Chinese Famille Verte Vase with Bird Decoration, early 20th c., lion head with false drop ring handles, enameled trailing floral decoration surrounding bird and foliage cartouches, gilt top rim, white glazed recessed foot, unmarked, on carved wooden stand, 14” high, 6 1/2” diam. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1385 CHINESE ‘SANG DE BOEUF’ GLAZED VASE Chinese Baluster Form Floor Vase with ‘Sang de Boeuf ’ Ox-Blood Red Mottled Glaze, with slightly raised ridge at neck base, unglazed recessed foot, with carved wooden stand, vase only: 22 3/4” high, 9” diam. Chips around base edge from removal of glaze overflow. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1386 CHINESE ‘SANG DE BOEUF’ GLAZED VASE - Chinese Porcelain Vase with ‘Sang de Boeuf ’ Mottled Red Glaze, ovoid high shouldered shape, with carved wooden base and lid, 13” high, 6 3/4” diam. Drilled base as a lamp, base edge chipping from removal of excess glaze flow, lid missing base rim and finial. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $1,000 - $1,500 1386
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1387 CHINESE PEACH BLOOM BOTTLE VASE - Chinese Porcelain Peach Bloom Bottle Form Vase, 20th c., with dragon neck decoration, white glazed recessed base with blue six character Kangxi mark, 10 3/4” high, 4 3/4” diam. Good condition. With 1980 appraisal from Thiel’s Oriental Antiques, Los Angeles, CA. $800 - $1,200
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1388 CHINESE PORCELAIN VASE - Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain ‘Xiangtuiping’ Sleeve Vase, early 20th c., with enameled figural court scene decoration, unglazed base, unmarked, with carved wooden stand, 17” high, 6 1/2” diam. Drilled base (for a lamp), otherwise good condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1389 CHINESE PORCELAIN ‘1000 BUTTERFLIES’ SERVING DISH - 19th c. Chinese Export Porcelain ‘1000 Butterflies’ Pattern Oval Serving Dish, 1 3/4” high, 10 5/8” x 9 5/8”. Old rim repair, minor rim paint losses. $300 - $500 1389
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
1390 CHINESE PORCELAIN ‘FUXING’ DEITY FIGURE - Chinese Purple Flambe Glazed Figure Depicting ‘Fuxing’, a scholarly figure holding a child, central figure of the auspicious trinity of deities who represents the quality of prosperity, 20th c., unglazed foot, standing on a wooden base, figure only: 18 1/4” high, 6” x 4”. Figure in good condition, no chips, cracks or damage, wooden stand is chipped. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
1391 CHINESE FIVE HOLE VASE - Chinese Purple Flambe Glazed Porcelain Five Hole Vase, 20th c., with craquelure interior surface and unglazed recessed foot, on carved reticulated wooden stand, vase only: 14” high, 9” diam. Ground edge on glaze chip to one side of foot. $600 - $800 1391
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1392 (2) MINIATURE CHINESE VASES - (2) Chinese Peach Blossom Glaze Miniature Vases, on wooden stands, both with blue six character Kangxi marks on base, on carved wooden stands, vases only: 4 3/4” high, 2” and 2 1/4” diam. Good condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1393 CHINESE PORCELAIN BOTTLE FORM VASE - Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Bottle Form Vase, late Qing, with enameled figural court scene decoration, unmarked, 5 1/2” high, 3 1/4” diam. Enameling losses, otherwise good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1394 CHINESE PORCELAIN YUHUCHUNPING VASE - Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Bottle Vase, Republic era, eggshell thin body with delicate enameled floral decoration and hand painted verse and seals in Chinese characters, with wax PRC export seal, overglaze blue artist seal mark on base, on wooden stand, vase only: 5 3/4” high, 3 1/4” diam. Good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1394
1395 PAIR CHINESE PORCELAIN PLANTER POTS - Pair of 19th c. Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Triangular Shape Bonsai or Bulb Pots, with enameled figural decoration to two sides and two bats on the third side, red Yongzheng seal mark on bases, set on custom carved wooden stands, pots only: 2 1/4” high, 8” x 5 1/4”. Surface stains. $400 - $600 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1395
1396 CHINESE PUNCH BOWL WITH IRON RED GROUND - Small Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Punch Bowl, Republic era, exterior with enameled floral decoration on an iron red ground and Chinese character verse with seal, turquoise glazed interior and base, gilt rim, Jiaqing red seal mark on recessed base, 4 1/4” high, 10 1/4” diam. Rim gilding losses. $400 - $600 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral
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1398 FRAMED 19TH C. CHINESE SILKWORK - Very Delicately Rendered View of Peacocks, Cranes, Sparrows and Butterflies in a Flowering Garden, silk on silk, in tones of creme, tan and ochre, housed in a fine motherof-pearl inlaid frame featuring deer, bats, bamboo and floral branches, 22 3/4” x 18 3/4”. Water stain at top. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1397
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1399 (2) FRAMED CHINESE QING WATERCOLORS ON SILK - 18th19th c. Fine Watercolors laid to modern brocade mounts, with artist’s seals and multiple collector’s chops, including: Round Fan Design of a Dog Chasing Butterflies near Flowering Bush, 12” diam. PLUS Album Page of a Lemur Monkey in Tree Reaching for a Spiderweb, 12” x 12”, in matching gold frames, under non-glare glass, 19 1/2” x 16 1/4”. Some mold to frame, foxing to painting. $1,000 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral
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1400 (2) CHINESE QING WATERCOLORS ON SILK - 18th-19th c. Fine Watercolors laid to modern brocade mounts, with artist’s seals and multiple collector’s chops, including: Round Fan Design of Ocean Whitecaps under a Full Moon, 12” diam. PLUS Album Page of Three Carp, Minnows and a Crayfish, viewed from underwater, 11 3/4” x 11 1/2”, in matching gold frames, under non-glare glass, 19 1/2” x 16 1/4”. Some mold to frame, foxing to painting. $1,000 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1400
1401 (2) CHINESE QING WATERCOLORS ON SILK - 18th-19th c. Fine Watercolors laid to modern brocade mounts, with artist’s seals and multiple collector’s chops, including: Album Page of Cricket, Dragonfly and Butterfly at Flowering Grasses, 12” x 12”; PLUS Album Page of Butterflies at a Flowering Branch, 12” x 12”, in matching gold frames, under non-glare glass, 19 1/2” x 16 1/4”. Some mold to frame, foxing to paintings. $1,000 - $2,000 1401
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1397 FRAMED EARLY 19TH C. CHINESE INK SCROLL PAINTING - Qing Painting of a Tiger Crouching on Hill among Bamboo, sumi ink on paper, signed center right, with seal, housed in silver and black frame, linen mat, under plexi, OS: 63” x 31”, SS: 49” x 22”. Bends, repaired tears, toning. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $2,000 - $2,500
1402 (3) CHINESE QING WATERCOLORS ON SILK 18th-19th c. Fine Watercolors laid to modern brocade mounts, with artist’s seals and multiple collector’s chops, including: Album Page of a Pair of Quail Chicks, 12” x 12”; PLUS Fan Design of Snow Finch on Flowering Branch, 12” diam; PLUS: Album Page of Bluebird on Flowering Branch, 12” x 12”, in matching gold frames, under non-glare glass, 19 1/2” x 16 1/4”. Some mold to frame, foxing to paintings. $1,000 - $2,000 1402
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
1403 PAIR OF QING STONE GUARDIAN SCULPTURES - Chinese White Marble Male and Female Pair of Foo Lions, turned to left and right, in a very muscular and kinetic rendering, on integral plinths, roughly 19” x 11” x 14”, repaired corners to plinths. PLUS includes red painted wooden floor stands. Includes 1975 COA and receipt from P.C. Lu of Hong Kong. $3,000 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1403
1404 19TH C. CHINESE SIGN OF HONOR - Large Lacquered Elm Placard from Northern China, dated 1906 (a birthday gift marked 32nd year of Guangxu). The four central characters in high relief would name the recipient, flanked by dedication on the left, and on the right those who presented the sign. The frame has low relief symbols of fortune. 32” x 76 1/2”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1405 TIBETAN BUDDHIST BRONZE ALTAR FIGURE - 18th-19th c. Enthroned Bodhisattva Avolokitesvara, parcel gilt bronze, with multiple attributes, beautifully detailed, with turquoise and red coral inlay, on a wooden platform with gilt snow lion appliques, filled with prayer scrolls. 17 1/4” x 9” x 8”. Fine condition. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $10,000 - $15,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1406 ANCIENT THAI BRONZE ALTAR FIGURE - Sukhotai Period (12th-13th c.) Seated Buddha, hands in Varada mudra, with simple robes, elongated ears, tightly curled hair and flame of enlightenment, on integral plinth, 12” tall. Multiple cracks, several generations of repairs, nice patina. $2,000 - $3,000
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1407 LARGE THAI GILT BRONZE BUDDHA - Late Ayutthaya Period, 17th18th c. Bronze Walking Buddha with Sukhothai features, refined delineation of the robe, remnants of gilding, his left hand up in Abhayaprad Mudra, with integral small plate base, mounted on a mahogany block base, 30” tall overall. Flame tip repaired. $4,000 - $6,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1408 CHINESE HARDWOOD STAND - Yumu Elm Rectangular Stand, with square pegged molded edge paneled top, the lower portion in remnants of red stain with slotted and carved apron, wind scrolled brackets, square legs with reverse scrolled feet, 31” x 17 1/2” x 13 3/4”. Very good condition. $500 - $700 1408
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1409 CHINESE ALTAR STAND - 19th c. Scroll Form Low Stand in yumu elm, 5” x 35 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Shrinkage crack. $300 - $400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 1410 NECKLACE - Rare White Carved Jade Bi Disc with carved dragon pendant in 14K yellow gold mount. Link chain with oriental carved spacer beads in jade, amethyst and pink quartz. Pendant 2 1/2” diameter, chain 18” long. $1,000 - $1,500 1410
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1411 (2) BRACELETS - Two Vintage Carved Jade Bracelets, one white jade with rope pattern and one celadon jade. 3 1/4” each. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1412 PENDANT - Carved and Reticulated Celadon Jade Pendant depicting a building with figure in gold wire mounts. 2 1/2” long, 1 1/2” wide. $400 - $500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1413 BRACELETS - (3) Chinese Bracelets, includes: (2) cinnabar and (1) carved jade. 3 1/4” diameter. $300 - $500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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1414 FOUR-FOLD CHINESE QING DYNASTY SCREEN WITH (12) PORCELAIN PANELS BY WANG SHAO TANG (1885-1924) - 19th c. Red Lacquered Four-Fold Screen with engraved frame panels centered on gilt passion flowers, having three porcelain panels on each section by Wang Shao Tang, the back is painted with painted blossoms and butterflies, 83 1/2” x 82” x 1 1/4” overall. Some loss to back. $10,000 - $20,000 1414
1415 CHINESE QING CARVED HORN FIGURE - 18th - 19th c. Guanyin in carved rhinoceros horn, iridescent with age, somewhat translucent, 8 1/2” tall. Small chips to base at wooden plate, a few rubs to the 1415 back of her hair. $3,000 - $5,000 98
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1416 CHINESE SONG DYNASTY BOWL - Southern Song Dynasty (11271279) Bowl, either Guan or Ge ware, having a deliberate double-crackled glaze, sometimes referred to as ‘gold thread and iron wire’. The base is glazed, while the shallow foot-rim is unglazed, with the blackish brown body color typical of this kiln. 2 3/8” x 5 5/8” diam. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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1417 PAIR OF SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY TEA BOWLS - 12th-13th c. Stoneware Tenmoku Bowls with mottled aubergine exterior and tea dust interior, unglazed rim and narrow foot with glazed inside foot, 2 1/4” x 4 1/2” diam. & 2 1/8” x 4 3/8”. Light scratches to the interior. Includes wooden stands. $2,000 - $3,000
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1418 PAIR CHINESE GREAT HALL TABLES - Rare Pair of Chinese 19th c. Red Lacquered Carved and Gilded Great Hall Tables, with black lacquered and decorated inset tops, massively carved figural reticulated panels on all four sides of aprons, beautifully carved legs and fretwork, gilding throughout, 33” high, 70” x 17 1/4”. Normal wear to surface, 4” scroll feet added at later date. $4,000 - $6,000 1418
1419 18TH C. CHINESE JADE BELT HOOK - Qing Dynasty, White Jade Chilong Belt Hook, carved with a dragon-head terminal and an undercut sinuous chilong on its stem with bifurcated tail and a sprig of lingzhi in its mouth, flat circular button on the underside, 3 3/8” long. Fine condition. Brought back from China by Midshipman Henry William Miller while aboard the USS “Minnesota”, part of the Far Eastern Squadron, in 1857. Consigned by a descendent. $1,000 - $2,000
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1420 CHINESE ENAMEL & JADE PENDANT MIRROR - Late 19th - Early 20th c. Chinese Enameled Oval Mirror, in silvered bronze, with lock shaped drop pendant containing carved openwork jade butterfly form insert, enamel decoration depicts deer and cranes in a landscape setting and floral motifs, swing hanging loop to top, beveled mirror. 18 1/8” high, 9 1/2” x 1 1/4”. Silvering losses. $1,000 - $1,500
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1421 ANCIENT CHINESE CAST IRON TEMPLE FIGURE - 14th-15th c. Ming Dynasty Figure of enthroned Guandi, with evident casting seams and vent holes, roughly 27” x 15” x 10”. Nice surface, wooden replacement to one leg of throne. $1,500 - $2,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1422 MONUMENTAL MING CHINESE PAINTING - Geese and Exotic Birds at Blossoming Trees with Red Flowers at base, watercolor and ink on silk, unsigned, in the manner of Bian Shaoumin (1684-1752), laid to board with brocade border, in oxblood domed frame, OS: 66” x 45 1/2”, SS: 59 1/2” x 40 3/4”. A few light scuffs, stains. $5,000 - $7,000
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1423 FLOOR STANDING CHINESE MEDICINAL CABINET - Large Qing Dynasty Cabinet having the typical Canton style round frame and inset panel construction, heavy overhanging top, open compartment with valance at top, six ranks of six small drawers below with iron drop ring pulls, three wide drawers at bottom, raised on bracket legs, 69” x 42 1/2” x 22”. Nice age and use patina. $1,500 - $2,500
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1424 RARE EARLY CHINESE EXTERIOR SHOP SIGN - 19th c. Carved and Painted Double-Sided Wood Apothecary Sign, having four characters on the front of a ginger jar, surrounded by reticulated symbols of fortune, surmounted by a bat, 17” x 9 3/4” x 7/8” thick. Nicely aged. $400 - $600
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1425 VERY EARLY CHINESE PAINTING Framed 17th c. Scroll Painting of Diyu, or the Buddhist Tenth Ring of Hell, ink and pigment on silk, laid to paper, with the King passing judgements at top, which are being graphically carried out below by robed demons, in gold and mahogany frame, under glass, OS: 47” x 31 3/4”, SS: 44 1/2” x 29 1/4”. Breaks, bends, losses, color still fairly vivid. $3,000 - $5,000
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1426 18TH C. CHINESE SCROLL - Aristocratic Woman Studying Scrolls, an attendant bringing more, in a Naturalistic Landscape, signed and with seal, 60 3/4” x 19” painting on larger modern bro1426 cade scroll, 29” roller. Some bends and breaks. $2,000 - $3,000 100
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1428 FINE QUALITY CHINESE VASE AS A LAMP - Qing Ovoid Vase, circa late 18th to early 19th c., delicately decorated with sixteen Confucian scholars, cloud dragon above, pale blue lappets at top, banding at bottom, having spectacular gilt bronze mounts, with white porcelain blossoms at top, old paper label found on underside of vase when metal stand removed, 12” x 9” diam. vase, 32 1/2” tall overall. Fine condition, drilled. $2,000 - $3,000
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1429 MASSIVE CHINESE SCROLL PAINTING TABLE WITH (2) BENCHES - Solid Rosewood Low Table with thick top rounding into slab ends that scroll into the interior, all in substantial dimension, having reticulated faux bamboo edging, broad dovetail joinery, along with matching low benches in the same style, the table is 25 3/4” tall, 108” (9’-09”) x 26”, the benches are 9” x 27” x 11 1/2”. Light scratches. $2,000 - $3,000
1430 CHINESE TABLE SCREEN - Rigid Rosewood Screen with five stepped panels of well-carved relief narratives depicting Immortals, Travelers, Beautiful Women and Artistocrats in Garden Settings with Pines, Deer, etc. The rosewood frame is inlaid with silver wire wind patterns, has boxwood lined reticulation, the end panels canted, each panel has reticulated ivory insets above and below and an oval at the shaped top, 18 1/2” x 22 1/2” x 4 1/2”. The wood back panels are taped on. $2,000 - $3,000
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1431 ANCIENT CHINESE THREE-PART POTTERY STUPA - Important and Unusual Northern Tang Dynasty Spirit Jar, dated by thermoluminescence to 1010 AD +/- 180 years, (report included), in iridescent green glazes over redware, the ovoid jar itself on a round architectural base, held up by flame forms, the lid in stupa form incorporating a rank of flames, roughly 33” x 12 1/2” diam. Some flame tips missing, some repaired on base. Illustrated in “The Ceramics of China 5000 B.C. to 1912 A.D,” Gloria and Robert Mascarelli, Atlglen: Schiffer 1431 Publishing, 2003. $8,000 - $12,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1427 EARLY CHINESE CINNABAR STACKING BOX - Late Ming or early Qing Dynasty, 17th - 18th c., Four Tray Box with integral lid and base, from carved cinnabar lacquer, in the form of two offset squares overlapping at a corner, with nicely rendered opposing five claw dragons on the top, fortune mark at center, the sides with cartouches of scholar’s tools and symbols of fortune, set into ivy fields, raised on quarter round bracket bases, with black interiors, 9” x 8 1/2” x 8 1/2”. Professional restoration of broken pieces, some of top edge missing, along with portion of one side of one tray, several corners. $2,000 - $3,000
1432 CHINESE PORCELAIN DRAGON VASE - Large Late 19th - Early 20th c. Chinese Globular Dragon Vase, blue and white on iron red ground, with decoration depicting dragons chasing a flaming pearl, thunder and cloud motif around flared base edge, white glazed base, unmarked, 24 1/2” high, 12” diam. Red paint losses. $1,000 - $1,500
1433 CHI CHEN (CHINA/NY, 1912-2005) - Central Park, Early Spring, watercolor on paper, signed lower left in English and Chinese, with seal, dated 1960, in original molded ‘barnwood’ frame, matted and glazed, OS: 24 1/2” x 31 1/2”, SS: 14” x 21”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $8,000 1432
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1434 CHINESE ALTAR - Zitan Wood Long Altar or Scroll Table, Qing Period, having paneled top, profile skirt with relief decoration of Han bronzes. On two profile bracketed stanchions. 41 1/2” x 95 1/2” x 19”. Shrinkage to top panel, loss to one side frame on top. $3,000 - $4,000
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1435 9TH-10TH C. CHINESE CARVED STONE STANDING BUDDHA - Tang Dynasty Buddha in green-black granite, robed, his hands clasped in prayer, hair in two knots, on an integral lotus base, 29” tall. Very good condition, extremely heavy. $4,000 - $6,000
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1436 IMPORTANT EARLY CHINESE MARBLE SHRINE - Rare Song Dynasty (960-1279) White Marble Shrine, with the Buddha in a central grotto, flanked by a Guanyin and a Guardian on each side, Demon’s Mask and Spirits above, roughly 17 1/2” x 13” x 6”. Weathered. $4,000 - $6,000 1436 102
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1437 EARLY CHINESE STONE HEAD OF BUDDHA - Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Grey Stone Head of Buddha with Headdress, sublime expression, on a museum stand, 10” tall stone, 17 1/2” tall overall, 6” x 6” at base. Very good condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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1438 19TH C. THAI BRONZED BUDDHA - Shakyamuni Buddha in Bhumisparsha mudra, seated with his right hand pendant over the right knee reaching toward the ground with the palm inward, the left hand with the palm upright in his lap, representing the moment of the Buddha’s enlightenment. His robe and hair with gilding, roughly 30 1/2” x 22” x 14”. A portion of the integral plinth missing at back, nice patina. $2,000 - $3,000 1437
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1439 PAIR OF CHINESE ARMCHAIRS - A pair of 19th c. Chinese heavy hardwood Qing style curved back Armchairs with pierced floral and scroll decoration to back splat and arm ends, panel seat, shaped skirt with stretcher bases. Possibly Zitan wood, in dark finish. 21” seat, 28” arm, 41” back, 29” x 25”. Old repairs. $1,500 - $1,800
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1440 TANG DYNASTY STONE SCULPTURE - Rare Chinese Tang Dynasty (618-906) Carved Stone Figure of a Reclining Camel with saddle and packs, in remnants of 1440 polychrome, on an integral plinth, set onto a black museum base. Roughly 11” x 15” x 6” stone only, 1 1/2” x 15 3/4” x 6 3/4” base. Very good condition. $2,000 - $4,000
1441 SOUTHEAST ASIAN MARBLE BUDDHA HEAD - Large 17th c. Marble Head of Sublime Buddha, Thailand or Burma, on a museum stand, 21 1/2” x 7 1/2” x 9” overall. Striated color to surface. $2,000 - $3,000 1441 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1442 LARGE 19TH C. MEDICAL CHINESE LADY’S MODEL - Qing Dynasty Carved Ivory Figure of Reclining Nude Woman, on a later rosewood bed, used by Chinese Doctors for female patients to point out their discomforts. The figure is 21 1/4” long, 8” x 23 1/2” x 6” bed. Fine shrinkage cracks. $2,000 - $4,000
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1443 EARLY CHINESE STONE HEAD OF SPIRIT - Tang Dynasty (618-907) Head of a Benevolent Spirit or Guardian in gray sandstone, on a museum stand, 8 1/4” tall stone alone, 14 1/2” tall overall, 5” x 5” at base. Nose repaired. $800 - $1,200
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1444 FACADE OF A 19TH C. CHINESE WEDDING BED - Red Lacquer and Gilt Carved Hardwood decorative arch valance, having carved and reticulated panels, set on matching legs with the lower half stepped in, the frame in half round, the carving featuring many symbols of fortune and mythological creatures, some in pairs. 61 1/4” x 81 1/2”. Now meant to hang from wall, with mounting brackets provided, lower batten added. Very good condition. Chinese export wax seal on right hand panel. This does knock down to three pieces plus cornice and lower batten. $1,000 - $1,500
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1445 (2) CARVED STONE SCULPTURES Two Large Stone Ancient Foo Dog Tomb Guardians, one male and one female. 35 1/2” high, 22” wide, 13 1/2” deep. Minor losses. $3,000 - $5,000
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1446 CHINESE BRONZE ALTAR FIGURE - 16th Century Figure of Seated Confucius as a Mandarin, in remnants of gilding, on later custom carved wooden stand, the figure is 7 1/2” (19.1 1446 cm) tall. Cracked and distorted on bottom left edge, losses to base. $2,000 - $3,000 104
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1447 CHINESE QING BOXWOOD GUANYIN FIGURE - A Delicate Boxwood Carving of Guanyin, first half of the Qing Dynasty, possibly during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor (1662-1722), elegantly coiffed and dressed in windblown robes, holding Ruyi scepter, her head turned to one side with downcast eyes, accompanied by a Buddhist lion on the integral leaf covered base, 10 3/4” tall. Fine condition, beautiful patina. $1,500 - $2,000
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1448 CHINESE QING JADE TOP WOODEN BOX - Round Rose Wood Box with silver wire inlaid lingzhi sides, the domed celadon jade top having six taotie mask derivatives around a yin and yang center, 2” x 2 3/4” diam. Crack and chip to side, missing two of the conforming feet. $800 - $1,200
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1449 19TH C. CHINESE ROOM DIVIDER - Four Section Yumu Elm Wood Screen with two wide panels and two narrow, having a reticulated “cracked ice’ pattern, the wider sections with carved panels above and below, all set into substantial mortise and tenon frame, retaining the original forged iron drop pin hinges, 79 1/2” tall, 15 3/4” narrow sections, 29 1/4” wide sections. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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1450 CHINESE PORCELAIN SNUFF BOTTLE - Rare Ming Chenghua (1465-87) Moon Vase Form Snuff Bottle, with raised beetle lugs, blue and white decoration of land dragon on one side and sea dragon on the other. 3 1/2” high, 3” x 1 1/2”. Good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $800 - $1,200
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1451 (3) EARLY QING DYNASTY PAINTINGS IN THE MANNER OF TANG YIN - Late 17th c. Scenes of Courtesans with Attendants, three figures in each panel, ink and watercolor on silk, probably fragments of a scroll, laid down, in stick frames with silk mats, glazed, OS: 9” x 10 3/4”, SS: 5 3/4” x 7 1/2”. Good condition. Per Wiki: “Tang Yin, courtesy name Tang Bohu, (1470-1624) was a Chinese scholar, painter, calligrapher, and poet of the Ming dynasty period whose life story has become a part of popular lore.” $800 - $1,200 1451 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1452 QING CARVED ALTAR FIGURE OF CONFUCIUS - Chinese Giltwood Sculpture of Confucius, seated on a red throne, right arm resting on arm of throne, left hand on his knee, in robes and scholar’s cap, having tufts of real human hair as a beard, roughly 22 1/2” x 9 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Old repairs, shrinkage cracks, loss to one foot. $800 - $1,200
1453 SOUTHEAST ASIAN WATER JAR - “Martaban” jar, a storage vessel made for shipping food and water in the western East India trade and among the local Djonk trade. The jars are said to come from the city of Martaban, west of Bangkok on the coast of the Bay of Bengal. Largely unchanged since the 13th c., this is a 19th c. example, judging by the dragon and flaming pearl decoration with lappets at the shoulder. The looped lugs were used to tie down a wooden cover. $800 - $1,200
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1454 PAIR OF CHINESE DEMILUNE TABLES - An 18th c. Camphorwood Pair of Demilune Tables with solid slab tops, waisted frame having deeply cupped and arched aprons detailed in beaded edge and foliate designs with red lacquer, the legs reinforced with humpbacked cross brackets, the four legs ending in hoof feet. The table tops are further reinforced with ‘giants’ arms’ braces. Greater Shanxi Region. 35” tall, 44 1/2” x 23” each. Very good condition. $1,500 - $3,000
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1455 CHINESE PORCELAIN CHARGER - Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain Charger, with enameled decoration depicting a phoenix bird and qilin, floral decorated outer bands, blue six-character Kangxi mark on the base, 17” diam. Good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $800 - $1,200
1456 (2 PCS) CHINESE EMBROIDERED SILK APPAREL - (2) Piece Chinese Embroidered Silk Clothing Set, multicolor floral decoration on terra cotta, white embroidered banded collar, cuffs and hems, jacket with stand up collar, four frog closures, side slit hems, and terra cotta silk lining, pants with drawstring waist, jacket: 19” shoulder, 26” long, pants: 23” inseam. Uneven color fading (esp. to pants), two small holes in jacket front, fraying at pants waistline, a few thread pulls 1456 on pants. $1,000 - $1,500 106
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1457 (2) CHINESE SILK SKIRTS - (2) Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Embroidered Silk Skirts, including: Floral embroidery on medium blue background, black trim, salmon silk lining, 39” long, 48” wide, discoloration and stains to top panel, old lining repairs; and Black with multicolor floral embroidery, peach silk lining, 37” long, 40 1/2” wide, lining stains, area of detachment of silk panel from top panel. $600 - $800
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1458 CHINESE SILK ROBE - Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Embroidered Silk Robe, in brown, blues and cream, with embroidered floral, butterfly, dragon and phoenix bird decoration, asymmetrical front frog closure, blue silk lining, 38” long, 20” across shoulders. Surface wear, some stains and discoloration to lining. $600 - $800
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1459 (2) CHINESE SILK SKIRTS - (2) Chinese Qing Dynasty Embroidered Silk Skirts, including: Red silk with black trim and blue floral embroidery, blue silk lining, 35 1/4” long, 41 1/2” wide, minor stains to top panel; Terra cotta silk with black and green trim, with blue and white floral/shou symbol embroidery, red silk lining, 37 1/4” long, 41 1/2” wide, minor top panel discoloration. $600 - $800 1459
1460 CHINESE EXPORT DESK - Late Qing Carved Camphorwood Desk, rosewood finish, circa 1890, having a back shelf with striking circular center holding two shelves, reticulated opposing dragons crest, the exterior of the drum relief carved in wind symbols, flanked by shaped bracket shelves having fully dimensional dragon stanchions, small drawer at bottom on each side. The writing surface has carved key border, the lower case with a reticulated arched center apron, flanked by sets of two drawers, the sides in heavy relief carving. The beautifully carved and figured legs are in the form of dragons, heads at top and curled tail as feet, fully scaled body. 30” to writing surface, 59 1/2” tall overall, 45” x 28 1/2”. Good condition, small dents in writing surface. $2,500 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the Dodge family estate.
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1461 CHINESE REVERSE GLASS PAINTING OF A MANCHU BOY - 19th c. Chinese Reverse Painting on Glass, depicting a young seated scholar holding a scroll and fan within a central round panel, surrounded by lotus flower, orange, phoenix, and quail motifs, in an ebonized wooden frame, OS: 21 5/8” x 16”, SS: 19 1/2” x 13 3/8”. Glass imperfections, back panel shrinkage cracks, left side frame surface abrasion. A similar Chinese male portrait, “Mandarin Man”, c. 1858, is at the Peabody Essex Museum, 1461 Salem, MA, a gift of Lawrence W. Jenkins. $1,200 - $1,800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1462 ANCIENT CHINESE BRONZE HAND MIRROR - Chinese Bronze ‘Animals’ Mirror, Han Dynasty, with central pierced boss encircled by a raised scroll band, the inner field in relief with four reclining animals, each alternating with vines, the wide raised rim encircled with a toothed band and stylized bird motifs, 3 7/8” diam. Fine condition, warm patina. $500 - $700
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1463 CHINESE WOOD CARVING - Figure of a Reclining Aesthetic Monk, depicted with child on knee and rooster in front, the man has glass eyes, his skeleton showing in emaciated face, ribs and feet. Late 19th c., on a separate carved stand. Roughly 9” x 17” x 7”. Figure is fine, repair to stand. $800 - $1,200
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1464 CHINESE TABLE SCREEN - Late 19th c. Chinese Hongmu Wood Carved Table Screen, rectangular frame set on original attached stand, with a pith paper painted scene depicting four elders overseeing two boys playing in a tree, 10 1/2” high, 12 1/2” x 3 3/4”. Stains to upper left and right of painting, small tear upper left, front foot repair, front edge chip. $600 - $800
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1465 IMPERIAL QUALITY CHINESE GREAT SEAL BOX - 19th c. Huanghuali Box with Lift-Off Lid, revealing the seat of a Great Seal, the box fully carved, with individual Dragons on the sides and five jade writhing Dragons on the top amid a field of smoke. Chinese legend holds that the Five Emperors were the first people that the Goddess Nu Kua created, and the Yellow Emperor became the father of the Han dynasty, China’s first Imperial line. The base is bracketed, with archaic motifs, the seal seat is carved as aggressive ocean waves. 9” x 10” x 10”. Very good condition. $800 - $1,200
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1466 PAIR OF CHINESE ARMCHAIRS - 19th c. Yew wood and Elm Armchairs with sinuous round membered frame, relief archaic badge on splat, cloud pattern skirt, stretchers and footrest, 19 1/2” seat, 29 1/2” arms, $800 - $1,200 1466 34” back, 21” x 16”. Very good condition. 108
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1468 (2) CHINESE WATERCOLORS - 20th c. Mountain Lake Landscapes with Buildings, Fishermen, signed and with seals, in black lacquer box frames with mitered linen liners, glazed, OS: 29 3/4” x 22 3/4”, SS: 23” x 16 1/2”. Good condition. $500 - $700
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1469 LARGE CHINESE BLACK, SILVER & GOLD LACQUERED PANEL - Contemporary Pictorial Panel of a Chinese Court Pavilion in a garden, rendered in metallics on black, with some low relief, having entertainers in the foreground, travelers approaching from the left, courtiers with winged spirit on the right, 16 character inscription upper right, with integral frame and brass hangers, 36” x 78”. Fine condition. $700 - $900
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1470 CHINESE BRONZE VASE - 19th c. Archaic Gu Form Vase with tubular lugs, taotie mask band, eight-compartmented body, on concave foot with spirit frieze, signed in recessed foot, with stand, 13” x 8” vase. Some nicks to top rim. $600 - $800
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1471 CHINOISERIE LOW CABINET - Contemporary Cabinet in Oxblood with silver and gold decoration of travelers passing a court, having a single drawer over a two door cabinet, brass pulls and lifts on sides, simple baseboard, 24 1/2” x 19” x 1471 21”. Very good condition. $500 - $700 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1467 FRAMED EARLY CHINESE TABLE TOP FOLDING SCREEN - Late 18th c. Screen, depicting courtly woman with four attendants, seated on green mats, riverside home, gouache on paper, with silver leaf at top and bottom (tarnished), brocade ribbon border, in gold, black and red molded frame, under glass, OS: 19” x 39”, SS: 17” x 37”. Some loss to pigment, revealing script on reused paper. $1,000 - $1,500
1472 CHINA TRADE STOOL WITH US PATRIOTIC CARVING Stool or Low Table carved in relief with an American Eagle with Shield, partly painted black, set on shaped legs, 13 1/2” x 27 1/2” x 19”. Good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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1473 CHINESE JADE BI DISC - 20th c. Archaic style Bi Disc, covered with low relief glyph text, from variegated warm brown jade, on a museum stand, 11 3/4” diam. A few light scuffs. $500 - $700
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1474 (5) CHINESE OPIUM PIPES - Includes: Chinese Engraved Paktong Opium Water Pipe Suite, early 20th c., with delicate decoration of bamboo and flowering tree, birds and insects, having silk tassel with pick, 16” tall: (2) Opium Water Pipes, one in engraved brass depicting a man and woman in a garden being entertained by musicians, with silk tassel, 9 1/2” tall; the other in cloisonné with cherry blossoms on a black field, 13” tall; PLUS (2) 19th c. Opium Pipes, one carved bone and brass decorated with writhing dragons in clouds of smoke, the stem in six sections, 24” long; the other thin bamboo with brass bowl and mouthpiece, 27 1/2” long. All in good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of David Boynton, Brunswick, ME.
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1475 PAIR CARVED CHINA TRADE FRAMES - Pair of 19th c. China Trade Hand Carved Wooden Picture Frames in sandalwood, intricately carved with openwork and floral and foliate decoration, horizontal orientation, cut out area: 18 1/4” x 24”, OS: 25” x 29 1/4”. Minor chips to decoration. $1,000 - $1,500
1476 PAIR OF REPLICA FAUX BRONZE FOO LIONS - Large Pair of Thai Style Guardian Figures, in verdigris finished cast zinc, 20th c. Roughly 40” x 15” x 22”. Good 1476 condition. $800 - $1,200 110
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1477 LOW OVAL CHINESE STAND - Rosewood Stand with inset white marble top, having a molded edge top on carved and pierced apron, with shaped and rounded incurved legs having reverse curved feet, 18” x 17” x 13”. Very good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
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1478 CHINESE HONGMU STORAGE BOX - 18th c. Chinese Rosewood Dressing or Artist’s Box, case with floral, foliate and fruit carving, engraved and cast brass side handles and pulls, bat form brass hinges and lock escutcheon (no key), hinged top opens to reveal interior storage compartments and drawers, 8” high, 10 1/4” x 13 1/2”. Lid shrinkage cracks, damage to lock, tape repair to top of interior drawer frame. $1,000 - $2,000
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1479 CHINESE ROSEWOOD LOW CHEST - Export Storage Chest as Coffee Table, having panels on top and sides, one side with two doors having exposed brass butterfly hinges and latch with lock, concealing a four drawer interior, 24” x 36 1/2” x 30”. A few light scuffs. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
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1480 PAIR CHINESE PORCELAIN JARS - Pair of Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Garniture Jars, late 18th c., with enameled armorial crest and floral decoration, tapered open tops over bulbous bodies, flared feet, 9 1/2” high, 4 1/4” diam. Good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $1,200 - $1,800
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1481 CHINESE MANDARIN PALETTE PORCELAIN PUNCH BOWL Large Chinese Mandarin Palette Export Porcelain Punch Bowl, late 18th early 19th c., exterior with enameled figural cartouches separated by ‘Y’ diapered iron red ground, interior with central round figural panel, floral sprays and rim with bird and foliate cartouches, high foot, 6 1/8” high, 14 3/8” diam. $1,000 - $1,500 1481 Gilding and enamel losses. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1482 LARGE FRAMED CHINESE SCROLL PAINTING - Qing Dynasty Ming Style Phoenix Bird in a Wutong Tree, 18th c., ink and color on silk, laid to board, seal lower left corner, in a water gilt frame, OS: 66” x 39 1/2”, SS: 62” x 35 1/2”. Losses. $5,000 - $7,000
1483 EARLY KOREAN POTTERY FIGURE 17th c. Josean Figure of a Standing Monk Holding a Bird, white clay pottery with brown and pink highlights, 7 1/4” tall. Minor losses. $700 - $900 1482
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1484 17TH C. GILT BRONZE THAI BUDDHA - Finely Formed Standing Buddha, Bestowing Blessings of Charity, cast gilt bronze, in ornate cape, gown and headdress, on later base, 10 1/2” tall, with loss to legs. $800 - $1,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of David Boynton, Brunswick, ME.
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1485 17TH C. THAI SANDSTONE RELIEF - Bas Relief Architectural Panel of the Lord Shiva Dancing, surrounded by scrollwork and smaller figures, with a geometric band at the base, in red sandstone, mounted on wooden stand, 26 1/2” x 22” x 6 1/2” overall (including base). The stone is about 3” thick, is not removable from the base. $1,500 - $2,000 1485
1486 16TH-17TH C. STONE BURMESE BUDDHA HEAD - Carved Sandstone Head of Contented Buddha, retaining vestiges of the original pigments, on rosewood museum stand. Head is roughly 12” x 8 1/2” x 8”, 20” overall on stand. Missing tip of nose and flame crown. $2,000 - $3,000 1486
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PROVENANCE: From a Harvard Professor’s Cambridge, Mass. home. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
1487 ELABORATE BURMESE CHAISE - 19th c. Carved and Reticulated Rosewood Chaise with ornate detailing to the entire frame, in a desirable small size, having modern upholstery and pillows made from fabric designed by Jack Lenore Larsen. 70” long, 37” back. Very good condition. $1,500 - $3,000
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1488 11TH-12TH C. CAMBODIAN STONE SCULPTURE Khmer Empire, Standing Harihara, Angkor Wat style, with odd asymmetrical headdress, in buff sandstone, comes with wooden stand, 33” tall stone. As found. $2,000 - $3,000
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1489 12TH C. CAMBODIAN STONE SCULPTURE Khmer Standing Torso in red sandstone, on a museum stand, 19 1/2” x 8” x 5 1/2” overall. As found. $2,000 - $3,000
1490 12TH C. KHMER SCULPTURE - Khmer Sandstone Deity Figure, wearing a sarong with parallel pleats and a fishtail sash, representing Uma or Devata, Angkor period, Baphuon style (1050-1100), 12th century, Cambodia. 28 1/2” tall. Early 20th c. lead export seal on thread around waist. $6,000 - $9,000
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1491 12TH-13TH C. NORTHERN INDIA STONE CARVING - Red Sandstone Carving of a Standing Deity, dressed in royal attire, probably Chauhan Kingdom, the leading state in Northern India under King Prithviraj III (reign c. 1178–1192 CE ). 33” tall figure, plus 5” wooden plinth. Old losses, some later scuffs 1491 and rubs. $4,000 - $6,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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1492 PAIR OF MINIATURE MUGHAL PORTRAITS - AngloIndian Oval Bust Portraits of Two Beautiful Young Women, gouache on ivory, unsigned, housed in gilt bronze French easel frames under glass, OS: 4 3/8” x 3 1/8”, SS: 2 1/2” x 2”. Loss to background of one. $1,000 - $1,500
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1493 16TH C. PERSIAN MINIATURE PAINTING - Portrait of a Nobleman on the Hunt, bringing down a lion with his horse behind, lioness above antelope and rabbit below, in a verdant landscape. Housed in a deep cove mitered gilt oak frame, glazed. OS: 16 3/4” x 14”, SS: 7” x 4 1/4”. Very good condition. Marked verso as property of Sir Harold MacMichael. 1493 From “The British Empire”: Sir Harold Alfred MacMichael (1882-1969) was educated at Bedford Grammar School and Magdalene College, Cambridge where he received a first class in Classical Tripos. He passed the Arabic exam for the Sudan Political Service in 1905 which was then regarded as one of the top arms of the civil service. He was sent to the Kordofan and then the Blue Nile province until 1915. He was then made a senior inspector of the Khartoum province and then the assistant civil secretary and finally civil secretary of that province in 1926. In 1933, he was transferred to Tanganyika to become its governor. He held this post until 1937. In 1938, he took on the very difficult job of High Commissioner for Palestine. The difficulties of this job were demonstrated when the Jews made an attempt on his life in 1944. He survived the incident, but his wife was wounded in it. He moved to Malaya and played an instrumental role in writing a constitution for it. He also spent a year in Malta in 1946. He wrote Sudan Notes and Records (1918), A History of the Arab in the Sudan (1922), The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan (1934) and The Sudan (1954). $1,000 - $1,500
1494 JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (NY/UK, 1785-1851) - “Cayenne Tern, Sterna Cayana, Lath. Male Adult, Spring plumage”, No. 55, Plate CCLXXIII, Engraved, Printed & Coloured by R. Havell, London, 1835. From “The Birds of America”. In Victorian gilt box frame with black stencil work, OS: 20 1/2” x 26 1/2”, sheet size: 18 1/4” x 24 1/4”, impression: 15” x 20 3/4”, laid to early cardboard. Some light foxing, darkest spot in wing, reset in 1930 according to note on back, but with more recent matting. $1,200 - $1,800
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1495 JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (NY, 1785-1851) - “Long-legged Sandpiper, Tringa Himantopus” Spring and Winter plumage, No. 69, Plate CCCXLIV. “Engraved, Printed and Coloured by R. Havell, 1836”, on wove paper, partial Whatman watermark. Had an ‘Old Print Shop’ label on reverse, currently unframed, loose. Sheet size: 19” x 27” (trimmed), impression: 12 1/4” x 19 3/4”. Light foxing, stains. $1,500 - $2,500 114
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SUNDAY
AUGUST 26 Lots 2001 - 2602
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From the Estate of
Dr. Arthur & Ruth Sokoloff Lots 2001 - 2044 feature a diverse selection of pieces from the Sokoloff jewelry collection.
2001 BRACELET - 18K White Gold Antique Filigree Design Diamond Bracelet set with (7) old European cut brilliant diamonds from east to west in bezels, approximate total weight 1.0 ct, clarity VS1, color D-F, each accented with rose cut diamonds, (54) total rose cuts, approximate total weight 0.20 ct. Gold weight 7.9 dwt, 5” long. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $5,400. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2001
2002 BROOCH/PENDANT - Heart Form Brooch/Pendant Set with Pearls and Blue Sapphires, blue and white enamel center with rose cut diamonds and cabochon sapphire, 1 3/8” long, 1 1/4” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2002
2003 BROOCH - Rare and Exceptional Hand Carved Coral Brooch depicting a male and female eagle with grape cluster in 14K yellow gold wirework frame, circa 1860. 2 1/4” long, 2 1/2” wide. $1,500 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2003
2004 BROOCH - Beautifully Carved Coral Form Brooch arranged with birds in 14K yellow gold wire framework, circa 1860. 2 1/2” long, 2” wide. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 116
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2004
2005 BROOCH/PENDANT - Finely Sculpted White and Black Hard Stone Oval Cameo Brooch/Pendant in a gold filled mount, circa 1860. 2” long, 1 1/2” wide. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2006 (2) BROOCHES - Two Victorian Brooches in 14K yellow gold with milgrain beadwork decoration, circa 1860. One measuring 2 1/4” long, 3/4” wide, other measuring 2 1/4” long, 1 3/4” wide. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2006
2007 LADY’S RING - Vintage Platinum 10% Iridium Diamond Ring. Set in the center is (1) round brilliant old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.68 ct, clarity VS1, color F. Surrounding the center are (14) round brilliant cut diamonds, total weight approximately 0.30 ct, clarity VS2-SI1, color F-G. Also surrounding the center are (10) straight cut baguettes, total weight approximately 0.40 ct, clarity VS1, color F-G, platinum weight 5.4 dwt. Size 4 1/2. NOTE: (1) small diamond is broken. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $25,530. $10,000 - $15,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2007
2008 EARRINGS - Pair of Handmade Vintage 14K White Gold Fancy Drop Diamond Earrings, set with round brilliant cut diamonds, single cut diamonds and straight cut baguette diamonds. Each earring is set with (50) combined diamonds, total weight (pair) 2.0 ct, clarity VS1, color F, omega backs and posts, gold weight 8.2 dwt, 1 3/4” long. With GIA appraisals, replacement cost $5,250. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2008
2009 BROOCH/PENDANT - Black Enamel on 18K yellow gold signed Louis D’Orhossauer brooch/pendant depicting spread wing eagle. 10.9 dwt, 1 3/8” long, 1 3/4” wide. $500 - $700 2009
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2010 NECKLACE - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain with bezel set natural blue sapphires, 30” long with (86) sapphires approximately 3.0 mm each for a total weight of approximately 10.0 ct, gross gold weight 6.4 dwt. Sapphires are “A” quality. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $3,600. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2010
2011 LADY’S RING - Vintage Platinum 10% Iridium Sapphire and Diamond Ring. A center row of (4) oval shaped natural blue sapphires, AAA gem quality. Set on each side edge of the ring are a band of (19) round brilliant cut diamonds with (2) between each sapphire. There are (48) total diamonds. Total weight approximately 0.59 ct, clarity SI1-SI2, color G. Total weight of sapphires 1.22 ct. Platinum weight 6.3 dwt. Size 6. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $5,400. $2,000 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2011
2012 NECKLACE - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain with bezel set round natural rubies, 30” long with (86) rubies approximately 3.0mm each for a total weight of approximately 10.0 ct, gross gold weight 6.6 dwt. Rubies are “A” quality. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $3,600. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2012
2013 LADY’S RING - Platinum 2013 10% Iridium Ring set in a three row design East to West. A center row of (4) oval shape natural rubies. Each outer row is set with (19) round brilliant cut diamonds with (2) round brilliant cut diamonds set between each ruby, (48) total diamonds. Clarity SI1-SI2, color G, platinum weight 6.3 dwt. NOTE: some diamonds are chipped/cracked. Size 6. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $5,400. $2,000 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2014 BROOCH - Carved Green Jadeite Brooch depicting three women in cloud and lotus base, set in 14K yellow gold mount. 1 1/2” long, 2” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 2014
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2015 LADY’S RING - Handmade Vintage Ring set with (1) oval natural Burma rich green jadeite semitranslucent cabochon stone. Surrounding in a “halo” are (16) round single cut diamonds, total weight approximately 0.16 ct, clarity VS1, color F, gold weight 2.7 dwt. Size 5. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $3,550. $2,000 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2015
2016 EARRINGS - Pair of Handmade Vintage 14K White Gold Earrings, three part dangle design. Each has a round brilliant cut diamond on top with (3) single cuts in center dangle with an old mine cut set above a round natural Burma emerald green jadeite cabochon, total diamond weight (pair) approximately 0.25 ct, clarity VS1SI1, color F-G, gold weight 2.4 dwt, 1” long. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $2,500. $1,500 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2016
2017 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow Gold Ring set with one oval shape natural bright emerald green semitransluscent jadeite. Set on each side are (3) round brilliant cut diamonds, (6) total weighting approximately 0.25 ct. Clarity SI1, color G, gold weight 5.70 dwt. Size 5 1/2. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $5,500. $2,000 - $2,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2017
2018 EARRINGS - Pair of Apple Green Jade Pendant Form Earrings with 14K yellow gold mounts, circa 1930. 2 5/8” long, 5/8” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2018
2019 LADY’S RING - Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Handmade Ring set with an oval shape natural green jadeite cabochon. Set on each shoulder in a V design are (6) round brilliant cut diamonds, (12) total weight 0.05 ct. Clarity SI1, color H, gold weight 6.4 dwt. Size 5. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $6,200. $2,000 - $2,500 2019 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2020 NECKLACE - Strand of White South Sea Pearls, (34) pearls ranging in size from 9 1/2mm to 15mm, with textured white gold ball clasp, 17” long. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2020
2021 LADY’S RING - Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ring set with one free-form natural South Sea pearl (drilled) teardrop shape set in a free-form setting accented with white gold trim set with (28) round single cut diamonds, approximate weight 0.40 ct. Clarity VS1, color F-G, gold weight 14.4 dwt. Size 4. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $4,100. $1,500 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2021
2022 NECKLACE - Six Strands of Pearls with a pinkish cast, (2) 18K yellow gold diamond clasps, stamped “trio”, 32” total length. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2022
2023 LADY’S RING 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring, set in the center in a six prong setting is (1) round brilliant cut dia2023 mond weighing approximately 1.60 ct. Clarity SI1, color H. Set on each side are (12) straight cut baguettes (24) total, approximate weight 1.20 ct. Clarity VS1, color F-G. Approximate total diamond weight in mounting 2.80 ct. Gold weight 5.1 dwt. Size 6 1/2. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $15,700. $8,000 - $10,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2024 NECKLACE AND EARRINGS - Three Piece Suite includes: 18K Yellow Gold Necklace set with (1) 15 mm black Tahitian pearl and a pair of matching pendant form earrings set with diamonds and 10 1/2 mm black Tahitian pearls. 18.7 dwt, necklace 5” diameter. $1,500 - $1,800 2024
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2025 EARRINGS - Pair of Handmade 18K White Gold Earrings, an interlocking double hoop design with pave set round brilliant cut diamonds, “inside out”, each is set with approximately (100) diamonds, approximate total weight 2.002.25 ct (pair), clarity VS2-SI2, color G-I, gold weight 13.7 dwt, 1” long, 3/4” wide. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $7,000 $2,500 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2026 BROOCH - Handmade 14K White Gold Brooch in a freeform “vine and leaf motif ” set with round single cut diamonds (27) total, approximate weight 0.25 ct, clarity VS1, color F, gold weight 3.9 dwt, 1” long, 3/4” wide. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $1,900. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2026
2027 NECKLACE - Red Coral Bead Triple Strand Necklace with floral carved pendant, set with 14K yellow gold, oval clasp and (3) small diamonds, 16” long. From Klein Jewelers, Coral Gables, FL. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2027
2028 LADY’S RING - Handmade 18K White and Yellow Gold Ring set with (5) marquise shaped diamonds and (12) tapered baguette diamonds. 2028 Approximate diamond total weight of (5) marquise is 2.15 ct, clarity SI1-SI2, color G-H. Set between each marquise diamond are (2) tapered baguettes set north to south each weighing approximately 0.05 ct. Total weight of (12) baguettes 0.60 ct, clarity VS1, color G. The bottom “split shank” is set with (13) straight and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 0.02 cts each, (26) total weight 0.52 ct, clarity VS1, color G. Also set at the center bottom is (1) small marquise diamond approximately 0.03 ct, clarity SI1, color G. Gold weight 4.80 dwt. Size 6. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $10,400. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2029 LADY’S WRISTWATCH - Chopard Happy Diamond Wristwatch with (19) diamonds set in an 18K yellow gold rope form bracelet and bezel. Serial # 200445 4052. 6 1/2” long, 1” diameter. $1,500 - $1,800 2029 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2030 EARRINGS - Pair of 14K White Gold Dangle Earrings classic design with an oval natural blue sapphire set in the center with a “halo” of round single cut diamonds dangled from a V design, top set with (6) diamonds. Each earring has (24) round single cut diamonds total weight 0.50 ct, clarity VS1-SI1, color F-G. Sapphires approximate total weight 1.0 ct, gold weight 2.70 dwt. 3/4” long. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $2,100. $1,200 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2031 LADY’S WRISTWATCH - 18K White Gold Dress Watch by Baume & Mercier, oval head has (26) diamonds totaling 1/2 ct., VVS1 with mother-of-pearl dial and quartz movement, diamond numerals. Serial #4274105. Original packaging and documents, 32 dwt. Unused condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2032 BROOCH - 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Brooch in an entwined loop design, stamped “mayors”. 8.7 dwt, 1” long, 2 1/4” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2032
2033 NECKLACE - Strand of (39) Graduated Pearls, ranging from 8 1/2mm to 9mm with an ivory cast and square white gold clasp marked KS, choker length, 14 1/2” long. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2033
2034 LADY’S RING - 18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Ring set in the center is (1) round oval mixed cut natural blue sapphire weighing approximately 2.73 ct. Color is an even medium blue, surrounding the sapphire are (12) round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approximately 0.60 ct. Clarity VS2-SI1, color G, gold weight 2.6 dwt. Size 5 1/2. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $4,700. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral
2034 Gables, FL.
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2035 EARRINGS - Pair of Vintage 18K and 14K Yellow and White Gold Earrings with omega clip and post backs. A ribbed design on edges with diamonds set inbetween in a tapered half circle or “J” design. Each earring is set with (25) round brilliant cut diamonds (50) total, diamond weight approx. 2.0ct, clarity VS1-SI2, color F-G. Gold weight 7.9dwt. Replacement cost $4,500, with written appraisal. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2036 NECKLACE - (26) Multicolored (brown, yellow, gray and ivory) 7mm Pearls with 14K yellow gold spacers, stamped JCM, 18” to 20” long. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2036
2037 LADY’S RING - Vintage 14K White Gold Ring, set with a natural blueish gray star sapphire in the center surrounded with (12) round brilliant cut diamonds, approximate total diamond weight 1.0 ct. Clarity SI1-I1, color G, gold weight 5.8 dwt. Size 4. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $6,200. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2037
2038 EARRINGS - Pair of French Wire Floral Pattern Diamond Cluster Earrings in 14K yellow gold, each set with (9) old European cut well matched diamonds, 1/2” diameter. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2038
2039 LADY’S RINGS - (3) Three Designer 18K Yellow Gold Rings: (1) ruby cabochon, (1) sapphire cabochon and (1) emerald cabochon. Each accented with (1) diamond on each side. Each gem in bezel setting weighs approximately 1.0 ct. Approximate diamond weight 0.10 ct. Clarity SI1, color G, gold weight 3.5 dwt each. Size 6, each ring has a white gold butterfly sizing spring inside shank. With GIA appraisal, replacement value $1,950 each, total $5,850. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff,
2039 Coral Gables, FL.
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2040 EARRINGS - Pair of Designer 14K Yellow and White Gold Earrings set with 8mm pearls, flanked by (2) small cabochon rubies and pave set diamond background, omega backs. 5/8” long, 3/8” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2040
2041 LADY’S WRISTWATCH - Cartier Santos Model Wristwatch in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold with automatic movement and date. Serial #336876 CD, model #2319. 7 1/2” long, 1 1/4” wide. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2041
2042 GENT’S WRISTWATCH - Vintage Eterna Matic Wristwatch 3000 chronometer with date in 18K yellow gold case, dial and band. Serial #3629, 56.1 dwt, 7 1/2” long, 1 3/8” diameter. Working condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Sally Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2042
2043 GENT’S WRISTWATCH - Vintage Longines Wristwatch in 14K yellow gold, 29.8 dwt total weight, 7” long, 1 1/8” wide. Running condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2043
2044 LOT OF GOLD - Bag of Gent’s Monogrammed Gold Jewelry. 49.5 dwt. $1,100 - $1,200 2044
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From the Estate of
Dr. Arthur & Ruth Sokoloff Lots 2045 - 2079 feature the Sokoloff ’s vast collection of original artwork including seven pieces by Milton Avery, a personal friend.
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2045 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Owl”, oil on canvas, laid to masonite, signed lower left and dated 1953, in silver and gold painted molded frame with linen liner, OS: 27 1/2” x 23 1/2”, SS: 19 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Two tiny flakes at frame edge upper left, otherwise fine condition. $100,000 - $125,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2046 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Eight Birds Resting”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right and dated 1962; signed, titled and dated verso in the artist’s hand, Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY & Coral Gables, FL label verso; in silver leaf box frame with linen panel liner, OS: 27 3/4” x 34”, SS: 23 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $90,000 - $125,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. This lot is not available for online bidding
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2047 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Bucolic Landscape”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right; signed, titled and dated 1942 verso in the artist’s hand, Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY & Coral Gables, FL label verso; in silver leaf box frame with linen panel liner, OS: 19 1/4” x 23 1/4”, SS: 13 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Fine condition. $45,000 - $50,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. This lot is not available for online bidding
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2048 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Black Hat”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left and dated 1958; signed, titled and dated verso in the artist’s hand, Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY & Coral Gables, FL stamp verso; in silver leaf box frame with linen panel liner, OS: 17 3/4” x 14 3/4””, SS: 11 1/2” x 8 1/2”. Fine condition. $20,000 - $30,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2049 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - Standing Nude Holding Hand Fan Behind, oil pastel and ink on paper, signed lower left and dated 1959, in silver half-round frame with linen mat, glazed, OS: 26 3/4” x 23”, SS: 16 1/2” x 12 3/4”. Fine condition. $15,000 - $20,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2049
2050 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Black Horse”, oil on upson board, signed lower right and dated 1956 lower left; Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY & Coral Gables, FL label verso; in silver leaf box frame with linen panel liner, OS: 17 3/4” x 14 3/4””, SS: 11 1/2” x 8 1/2”. Fine condition. $18,000 - $24,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2050
2051 MILTON CLARK AVERY (NY/CT, 1885-1965) - “Diving Platform”, oil on upson board, signed lower left and dated 1955; in silver painted box frame with linen panel liner, OS: 10 3/4” x 14 3/4”, SS: 4 1/2” x 8”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2052 BERNARD BUFFET (FRANCE, 1928-1999) - Two Blackbirds, oil on linen, signed upper left and dated ‘51, in water gilt box frame with linen panels, OS: 15 1/2” x 23 1/4”, 10 1/4” x 18”. $20,000 - $30,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2053 SIGMUND MENKES (NY/POLAND, 1896-1986) - “Poppies”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label verso from Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY & Coral Gables, FL; in gold frame with linen panel, OS: 37” x 31”, SS: 27 1/2” x 21 1/2”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $12,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2054 SIGMUND MENKES (NY/POLAND, 1896-1986) - “Kohanim Blessing”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and lower left, titled on stretcher verso, with an original price of $3,000. In a gilt box frame with linen mat, gilt liner, OS: 38” x 24”, SS: 30” x 16”. Fine condition. $9,000 - $10,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2055 DORIS EMRICK LEE (NY/FL/IL, 1905-1983) - White Roses, oil on canvas, signed lower right, label verso from Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY and Coral Gables, FL. In gilt box frame with linen liner, OS: 21 1/2” x 19 1/2”, SS: 15 1/2” x 13 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2056 RAPHAEL SOYER (NY, 1899-1987) - Study of a Seated Nude, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in walnut frame with creme liner, OS: 26” x 20”, SS: 23 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2056
2057 WOLF KAHN (NY/VT/GERMANY, 1927 - ) - Yellow Field, Purple Hills, Blue Barn, oil on linen, signed lower right, in gold frame with linen liner, OS: 22 1/4” x 26 1/4”, SS: 17” x 21”. One small repaired puncture in mountain on left. $6,000 - $8,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2058 WOLF KAHN (NY/VT/GERMANY, 1927 - ) - “Emily’s Shed”, oil on linen, signed lower right, titled verso and marked “Rudolph Galleries”, depicting an outbuilding among trees, in gold slat frame, OS: 16” x 21”, SS: 15” x 20”. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2059 WILLIAM ZORACH (NY/CA/ME, 1887-1966) - “Figure of a Woman”, cast bronze, signed “Zorach” lower back, mounted on a black cube base, 16” tall overall. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2060 WILLIAM ZORACH (NY/CA/ME, 1887-1968) - “Devotion; Mother and Child”, terra cotta, signed on base, modeled in 1942, mounted on a mahogany plinth, 6 3/4” tall figure, 1” x 6 1/2” square plinth. Minor loss to slip on edge of sculpture base. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2061 FLETCHER MARTIN (CA/CO, 1904-1979) - Girl with Parasol, oil on linen, signed upper left, undated, label verso from Rudolph Gallery of Woodstock, NY & Boca Raton, FL. Depicts an 1890’s girl with parasol on her shoulder. Housed in a gilt box frame. OS: 29” x 20”, SS: 27 3/4” x 18 3/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2062 FLETCHER MARTIN (CA/CO, 19041979) - “The Hummingbird”, oil on linen, signed upper right, titled, signed and dated 1968 verso in the artist’s hand. Depicts girl in bohemian dress, with straw hat, playing guitar, with a hummingbird at the blossoms upper left. Housed in a fatigued oak mitered frame with gilt and linen liner. OS: 35 1/2” x 30 1/2”, SS: 27 1/2” x 22 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2063 FLETCHER MARTIN (CA/CO, 1904-1979) - “Pretty Rider”, oil on linen, signed upper left and dated ‘58, titled and signed verso in the artist’s hand, along with label from Rudolph Gallery of Woodstock, NY & Boca Raton, FL. Depicts an 1890’s girl riding a bicycle, viewed from behind. Housed in a fatigued oak mitered frame with linen liner. OS: 42 1/4” x 25 1/4”, SS: 35 1/2” x 18 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2064 FLETCHER MARTIN (CA/CO, 1904-1979) - Woman Seated in Sidechair, gouache on illustration board, signed lower right, undated, in box frame with gilt front edge, linen mat, glazed, OS: 24 1/2” x 20 1/2”, SS: 17” x 13”. Toned, spotted. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2065 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - “Girl in Blue”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed and titled verso in the artist’s hand, depicting a young lady leaning on a green sofa, in gilt box frame with linen panel, OS: 27 1/4” X 23 1/4”, SS: 17 3/4” x 21 3/4”. Fine condition. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2065
2066 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - The Russian Girl, oil on canvas, signed upper right, depicting a blonde girl in orange dress and blue beret, in gold painted frame with linen panel, OS: 22” x 19”, SS: 15 3/4” x 12 3/4”. Fine condition. $1,800 - $2,400 2066 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2067 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - Still Life with Tall Vase of Flowers, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in water gilt box frame, OS: 49 1/2” x 23 1/2”, SS: 48” x 22”. Very fine craquelure. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2068 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - Still Life with Fruit and Glass on White Cloth, oil on canvas, signed upper right and verso, with a 1966 code number, in gilt box frame with linen mat, OS: 17 1/2” x 35 1/2”, SS: 10 1/2” x 28 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2067
2069 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - Girl in a Red Dress, oil on canvas, signed lower left and verso, in gilt box frame with linen mat, OS: 16” x 14”, SS: 10” x 7 3/4”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2070 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - Portrait of a Woman with Head Resting on Hand, oil on canvas, in gold panel frame with linen liner, OS: 15” x 13”, SS: 9 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200 2069
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2071 ROBERT PHILLIPP (NY, 1895-1981) - Still Life with Fruit Plate and Knife, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed and dated 1968 verso, in silver ogee frame with linen mat, OS: 15” x 19”, SS: 7 1/2” x 11 1/2”. Fine condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables,
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2073 ARNOLD A. BLANCH (NY/CA/MN, 1896-1968) - Dream Forest with Birds, acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, dated ‘66, Rudolph Gallery of Woodstock, NY and Boca Raton, FL label verso, in gilt slat frame, OS: 36 3/4” x 40 3/4”, SS: 35 3/4” x 39 3/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2073
2074 HENRY ELLIS MATTSON (NY/MA/SWEDEN, 1887-1971) Monumental Landscape at Night, oil on canvas, signed lower left, Rudolph Gallery of Woodstock, NY & Boca Raton, FL label verso, in bleached oak frame with linen mat, grey liner, OS: 42” x 52”, SS: 34” x 44”. Very good condition. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2072 HOWARD CHANDLER CHRISTY (NY/ OH, 1872-1952) - “Old Mill Dam, Passing Showers”, monumental oil on linen, signed lower left, dated 1946, titled and dated verso in the artist’s hand, in gold molded frame with linen panel, OS: 48” x 50”, SS: 39 1/2” x 41 1/2”. Two small repaired punctures. $10,000 - $15,000
2075 MARTIN FRIEDMAN (NY/MA/HUNGARY, 1896-1981) - “The Blue Cypress”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed and titled verso, in fatigued gilt frame with linen panel, gilt liner, OS: 26 1/2” x 22 1/2”, SS: 19 3/4” x 15 3/4”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2076 SADIE PENZATO STELLEFSON “Orange Rosary”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled verso, in gold mitered frame, OS: 34” x 30”, SS: 31 3/4” x 27 3/4”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2077 JALINE POL (JALINEPOL) (FRANCE, 1946 - ) - “effervescence ecarlate”, oil on linen, signed lower right, titled verso, dated 1999, signed “JalinePol, W. nee Messin Jaqueline”, depicting a field of poppies, in gilt panel frame with broad black shadowline, OS: 38 3/4” x 38 3/4”, SS: 31 1/2” x 31 1/2”. Fine condition. With 1999 purchase receipt from Gallerie De Medicis, Paris, France. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2077
2078 WILLIAM AUERBACH-LEVY (NY/RUSSIA, 1889-1964) - The Red Jersey, oil on canvas, signed upper right, depicting a little boy in street clothes, in black and gold molded frame, OS: 34” x 29”, SS: 29 1/2” x 24 1/2”. Good condition, light stretcher impression at bottom. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2079 GERALD LYDON MERFELD (CO/NY, 1936 - ) - The Yellow Nightgown, oil on hardboard, signed upper right, depicting a woman seated on a chair, viewed from behind, putting up her hair; in gilt ribbed cove frame with linen liner, OS: 18” x 15”, SS: 11 3/4” x 8 3/4”. Fine condition. $500 - $700 2079 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2080 LADY’S RING - Custom Designed Platinum and Blue Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Center (1) blue Ceylon sapphire 10.27cts surrounded by (24) round brilliant cut diamonds and (4) marquise shape diamonds and (2) pear shape diamonds, 3.93cts total weight of diamonds, clarity VS1-SI1, color F-G. Size 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $62,000, with written appraisal. $30,000 - $35,000 This lot is not available for online bidding
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2081 LADY’S BROOCH - Handmade 18K Yellow and White Gold “3D” Flamingo Brooch with natural emeralds, rubies, sapphires and round brilliant cut diamonds, all channel set, all AAA quality. (38) rubies, (41) sapphires and (41) emeralds. Approx. total weight rubies 7.60ct, sapphires 7.90ct, emeralds 7.25ct and (214) total round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. weight 10.0ct, clarity VS1, color G. 3 3/8”L x 2 3/4”W. Gold weight 35.3dwt. A similar Brooch was owned and worn by Wallace Simpson (1896-1986), Duchess of Windsor. Replacement cost $70,000, with written appraisal. $15,000 - $18,000
2081
2082 LADY’S TWO PIECE SUITE - Custom Made Yellow and White Gold Basketweave Pattern Necklace and Bracelet with White Gold Oval Mounts, set with approx 1.80 cts tw of diamonds. 57.5 dwt. Estimated Replacement Value: $16,500. $7,500 - $8,500
2082 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2083 LADY’S BROOCH - Custom Made, One-of-a-Kind, Articulated Bumble Bee form Brooch with 1.02 cts tw of emeralds on wings, 2.47 cts tw of yellow sapphires on body, 2.50 cts tw of diamonds on wings, with ruby eyes, 1” long x 1 1/2” wide. Estimated Replacement Value: $4,500. $2,500 - $3,000
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2084 LADY’S BROOCH - Rare Handmade, One-of-a-Kind, Fully Articulated Maine Lobster Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold set with 15.94 cts tw of rubies on the body, 0.85 cts tw of pave set diamonds on the claws. 27.9 dwt, 3” long x 2” wide. Estimated Replacement Value: $18,000. $9,000 - $12,000
2084
2085 LADY’S NECKLACE - 18K Yellow Gold Bulgari-style Necklace set with (20) Oval Cabochon Rubies and (4) Oval Cabochon Emeralds and a large tear-drop shaped cabochon emerald central drop. Rubies and emeralds 27.49 cts tw, diamonds 7.38 cts twt, 55.2 dwt, 16” long. Estimated Replacement Value: $28,500. $15,000 - $18,000
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2086 LADY’S RING - Custom Design 18K White Gold, Double Frog form ring with 5.61 cts tw of sapphires and 0.47 cts tw of diamonds. Size 7 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $9,500. $4,500 - $5,500
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2087 LADY’S PEARL NECKLACE - 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Bulgari-style Necklace with a Diamond encrusted Pendant with Oval Blue Sapphire Center and Emerald Cut Ruby below. (50) 7.5 mm pearls with gold and ruby spacers, 3.72 cts tw of diamonds, 2.10 cts tw of rubies, 4.50 cts tw of sapphires, 21” long. Estimated Replacement Value: $24,000. $12,500 - $15,000
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2088 LADY’S RING - Custom Designed 18K White Gold Diamond and Tsavorite Ring. Body is set with 2.67 cts tw of tsavorites, 0.46 cts tw of diamonds with ruby eyes. Size: 7 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $6,500. $3,000 - $3,500
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“My wife and I walked up to the house shortly after Christina passed (Jan 1968). She had never been through the house, so I gave her a tour and showed her the room where I was born. My father came shortly after we got there to start cleaning things out. My wife found this painting on the floor of the studio in Alvaro’s bedroom and said ‘I’d like to have this’ and my father said ‘sure.’ One night when Andy and Betsy came to the restaurant, my wife showed them the painting. Betsy took it and told us she would frame it for us. When she brought it back, all framed, we hung it in the restaurant for a while. For the safety of the painting I took it to Thomaston Bank to store it in their vault. A few years later, the bank called and asked if we would take it out because they felt something might happen to it. So, I took it to the Farnsworth and they kept it.” — John Olson Sr. nephew of Christina & Alvaro Olson
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2089 ANDREW NEWELL WYETH (PA/ME, 1917-2009) The Olson House, Cushing, Maine - a study of the back of the house (viewed from the other side in Wyeth’s iconic “Christina’s World,”) gifted to Christina herself, plein air, mixed media on paper, painted in 1942 (per the Farnsworth Museum curator). Inscribed lower right “To Christina and Alvaro, from Betsy and Andy”, with tag on back that reads “Property of Mrs. Betty Olson, Cushing, Me.” In black stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 17 1/2” x 27 1/2”, SS: 10 3/4” x 21 1/4”. Scattered foxing in the sky. $75,000 - $125,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2090 ANDREW NEWELL WYETH (ME/PA, 1917-2009): ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR REMARQUE OF THE OLSON HOUSE - Art Folio Book “Andrew Wyeth” published by Houghton Mifflin in Boston, 1968, having an original signed watercolor remarque by Wyeth of the Olson house, on the free endpaper, inscribed to Burton Wayne Starrett of Warren, Maine, who was the contractor for the 1970’s renovation of the house after it had been purchased by movie director Joseph E. Levine, as a tribute to Wyeth and to house some of his work from Levine’s large collection. Burton’s wife June Elizabeth Starrett served as the hostess and docent for the house when it re-opened after restoration. This book presentation may have commemorated that event. In the original shipping box, with dust jacket. The book itself is 13 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Damaged by moisture, foxing, the remarque is very good, with foxing well away from the image. $3,000 - $5,000 2090
2091 COLLECTION OF ANDREW WYETH - OLSON HOUSE MEMORABILIA - Property of Burton Wayne Starrett of Warren, Maine, who was the contractor for the 1970’s renovation of the house after it had been purchased by movie director Joseph E. Levine. Burton’s wife June Elizabeth Starrett served as the hostess and docent for the house when it re-opened after restoration. Includes copy of the 1970 book “Andrew Wyeth”, published by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, inscribed “For June and Wayne, with warmest regards, Andy & Betsy, July 20, 1970.”; PLUS Original ca. 1971 computer printout of Wyeth’s Catalog Raisonne and notations on the Levine and Farnsworth collections; PLUS (7) Guest Registers from the years the Olson House was open as a Wyeth Museum, ca. 1971-78; PLUS Misc. ephemera regarding the sale of the contents of the Olson House in 1970 and the renovation (including Downeast magazines); PLUS Stencils used on the entry hall floor. $700 - $900
2091
2092 ANDREW NEWELL WYETH (ME/PA, 1917-2009) - “Hay Ledge” collotype fine art print, pencil signed and with tipped in “Merry Christmas” card from the Wyeths. In gold and black molded frame, two-window mat, glazed, OS: 24 1/2” x 23 1/2”, SS: 17 3/4” x 37 3/4”. Sun faded. Per the Brandywine River Museum of Art: “Alvaro Olson’s dory-- relinquished when he needed to take care of his disabled sister, Christina after the death of their parents-- sits on a ledge in the barn on the family farm in Maine. Printed in 1972 by Triton Press.” $800 - $1,200
2092
2093 AFTER ANDREW WYETH (PA/ME, 1917-2009) - “Ten Color Reproductions of Paintings by Andrew Wyeth”, Portfolio, 1956, edition of 250, published by The Triton Press, New York. Signed and numbered “183, Andrew Wyeth” in ink on the colophon page. Color collotypes on paper, sheet (folded in half) size 26 x 20 in. (66.0 x 50.8 cm), presented in the original portfolio box. Loss to leather spine and corners, contents very good. $2,000 - $3,000
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2094 LIMITED EDITION WYETH PORTFOLIO AND SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - (5) “Wondrous Strange” Exhibition Posters, Howard Pyle, NC Wyeth, Andrew Wyeth, Jamie Wyeth show that ran at the Farnsworth and Delaware Art Museums in 1998-1999. 3 horizontal and 2 vertical format sheets, all 32” x 24” overall size, PLUS a photo by Michael Ahearn, pencil signed by both Andrew & Jamie Wyeth, printed by Pinnacle Press, August, 1999. This one is 69 of the 250, all unframed, in the original 32 1/2” x 25” dark blue cloth portfolio with gilt title. Fine condition, minor scuffs to folio. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: Includes a COA from Chris Crosman, the Director of
2094 the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland, Maine, dated June 30, 2004.
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2095 ANDREW NEWELL WYETH (PA/ME, 1917-2009) “Spruce Timber”, 1946, watercolor on paper, signed upper right, depicting two men cutting with a bucksaw at bay edge in Maine, housed in the original black mitered frame, matted and glazed, OS: 30” x 38”, SS: 21 x 29 1/4”. Fine condition. According to Angela Waldron of the Farnsworth Museum in Rockland, ME: “Spruce Timber was painted by Wyeth at Broad Cove Farm in Cushing, Maine. His friend Forrest Wall (to the right) is one of the men depicted cutting trees used to build the Wyeth’s home in Cushing”. Exhibited in the “Andy & Kosti” exhibition at the Farnsworth Museum from May through November 2015. $100,000 - $200,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2096 JAMIE WYETH (PA/ME/DE, 1946 - ) “Fog”, oil on linen, signed lower left corner, depicting a screen of purple iris against fog-bound pines on Monhegan, label verso from Greenville County Museum of Art, Greenville, South Carolina: “Jamie Wyeth, Rockwell Kent and Monhegan”, a traveling exhibition organized by the Farnsworth Museum of Rockland, Maine. Includes handwritten letter by Jamie Wyeth describing his inspiration for this work. Housed in a water gilt molded panel frame with tag giving title and date of 2000. OS: 42” x 36”, SS: 35 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $200,000 - $250,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2097 BROOCH - Handmade Edwardian Platinum Brooch made in “bow” motif design filigree lace set with (25) old mine cut diamonds, ranging in size from 0.20 ct to 0.02 ct. Approx. total diamond weight 1.50 ct, clarity VS1-SI2, color F-G. Platinum weight 5.6 dwt. Replacement cost $6,100, with written appraisal. $3,000 - $5,000
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2098 GENT’S RING - Handmade Vintage Art Deco 14K Yellow and Platinum Ring set with (1) round brilliant old European cut diamond Bezel set in platinum. Diamond weight 3.47 cts, clarity SI1 (small feather on edge of crown), color K. Gold weight 7.0 dwt. Size 8. Replacement cost $34,750. $10,000 - $15,000 2098
2099 BROOCH - Handmade Platinum 10% Iridium Edwardian Brooch bar pin set with round brilliant cut diamonds, (121) total diamonds ranging in size from 0.50 ct to 0.01 ct. Total diamond weight approx. 3.0 ct, clarity VVS1-VS2, color D-G. Platinum weight 5.6 dwt. Replacement cost $9,900, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $1,800
2099
2100 GENT’S RING - Vintage 14K Rose Gold Ring set with (1) round brilliant old European cut diamond set in an eight prong Belcher design. Diamond weight 1.89 ct, clarity VVS1, color I. Gold weight 5.4 dwt. Size 8. Replacement cost $24,750. $8,000 - $12,000
2100
2101 EARRINGS - Pair of Vintage 14K White Gold Pearl and Diamond Earrings screwback with gray pearl drop, Circa 1920. Top pearl is 7mm with gray pearl drop on one and white pearl drop on other measuring 8 1/2mm each. Each set with (5) graduated old mine cut diamonds. (Pearls $800 - $1,200 2101 are quite possibly natural pearls). 1 1/2” L. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2102 LADY’S RING - Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ladies Ring, six prong solitaire set with (1) round brilliant old European cut diamond. Diamond weight 2.12 ct, clarity VVS1, color H-I. Gold weight 1.8 dwt. Replacement cost $40,200. $12,000 - $15,000
2102
2103 LADY’S WRISTWATCH - Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Patek Phillipe & Co. Wristwatch (made from a pendant watch), open face round white porcelain dial with black numbers and seconds black hands, surrounding the dial are (24) old mine cut diamonds, total weight approx. 1.50 ct, clarity VS1-VS2, color F-G. The case #11812, movement #195632, 18 jewel, 8 position adjusted. The inside dust cover is inscribed “To The Queen” with a crown and LeRoy & Elis 57 New Bond St London 1315 Palais Royal, Paris, made in France. Attached for the band is a solid 18K yellow solid curb link chain with a slide in tongue clasp with safety chain. Running condition. Production date is 1920-1925. Gold weight 18 dwt. Replacement cost $10,000, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $2,000
2103
2104 EARRINGS - Pair of Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings each is bezel set with (1) natural Columbian emerald, AAA quality. One emerald weighs approx. 1.90ct and other emerald weighs approx. 1.91ct (weights are by measurement formula). Color is deep and bright, clarity is eye clean, slightly included. Replacement cost $29,000, with written appraisal. $6,000 - $8,000
2104
2105 EARRINGS - Pair of Rope Twist Form Earrings with clip backs, set in 18K yellow gold, 1” diameter, 16.6 dwt. $800 - $1,200
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2106 LADY’S RING - Ladies Handmade Iridium Ring custom design with (1) cushion cut natural sapphire in the center, actual weight 2.90ct, surrounding is a “halo” of round brilliant cut diamonds. Set on each side of center is (1) half moon fancy shape diamond (2) total with round brilliant cut diamonds down each side of ring shank. Half moon shape diamond total weight approx. 0.42ct, clarity VS2, color G-H. Total weight of round brilliant cut diamonds approx. 0.50ct, clarity VS2, color G-H. Platinum weight 5.30dwt. Replacement cost $24,900, with written appraisal. $20,000 - $25,000
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2107 EARRINGS - Pair of Clip Earrings in “T” form, set in 14K yellow gold, 1” diameter, 7.1 dwt. $250 - $350
2107
2108 LADY’S RING - Ladies Handmade Platinum Iridium Custom Design Ring set in the center is (1) natural blue sapphire cusion cut, actual weight 5.11ct, color is a medium blue, clarity is eye clean, AA+ quality. Set on each side is (1) triangular shape brilliant diamond (2) total. Total diamond weight approx. 1.00ct, clarity SI1, color H-I. Inside shank is stamped PT.950 “A.Aletto”. Platinum weight 5.50dwt. Replacement cost $34,200, with written appraisal. $25,000 - $35,000 This lot is not available for online bidding 2108
2109 (30 PC) COLLECTION CELTIC JEWELRY Collection of (30) Pieces of Assorted Celtic Design Jewelry and Accessories, most set with polished stones, including: (2) Polished agate link bracelets, 1/2” wide x 6 1/4” long and 3/4” wide x 6 1/2” long; (1) Scottish sterling penannular kilt pin by Robert Allison, Edinburgh, 1961, 2” x 1 1/2”; (17) Brooches set with polished agate stones, variety of colors and shapes, some with silver mounts, sizes range from 3/4” x 1” to 1 1/4” x 2 1/2”, one missing a mounting clasp; (1) Button hook with agate handle, 5” long; (1) Polished agate cross pendant, 2 3/8” x 1 1/8”, small base edge chip; (2) Piece set of polished agate cross pendant (7/8” x 5/8”) and pair of drop earrings (5/8” x 1/4”); (1) Miniature trowel with agate handle, marked ‘Germany’, 3 5/8” long; (1) Oval pin set with polished fossil stone, 1 1/4” x 1 1/2”; (2) Round agate set discs (missing brooch pins), 1 7/8” and 1 5/8” diam.; and (2) Other metal Scottish brooches not set with stones, 1 1/4” diam. and 2” x 3/4”. Good condition, except as noted. $1,500 - $2,000 2109 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2110 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow and White Gold Diamond Ring with (3) round European brilliant cut diamonds. The center diamond is 1.45 cts, clarity VVS2, color G. Diamond #2 is 0.72 cts, clarity VVS2, color G and diamond #3 is 0.68 cts, clarity VVS2 and color G. Gold weight 3.2 dwt. Size 6. Replacement cost $31,900. $8,000 - $12,000
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2111 LADY’S RING - 18K Yellow Gold with a central 0.58 ct natural alexandrite stone, changing from blue-green to purple, center stone surrounded with (6) small baguette diamonds, band set with (14) diamond melees, size 7 1/2. Replacement cost $11,975, includes all documents. $4,000 - $6,000
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2112 LADY’S BRACELET - Vintage Pearl and Garnet Bracelet set in 14K yellow gold, (18) round links with 5mm pearl surrounded by garnets, 6” long. $1,000 - $1,500
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2113 LADY’S RING - Edwardian Platinum and Three Stone Diamond Dinner Ring, a handmade ring with (3) old European cut diamonds in rectangular prongs and semi-bezels. The slightly domed mounting is pierced with geometric designs and set with (12) round diamonds, milgrain accents throughout. The shank is hand engraved with floral motifs and stamped ‘10% IRID PLAT’. The old European cut center diamond weighs approx 1.58 cts, Color: K, Clarity: VS1. (1) old European diamond weighs approx. 1.09 cts, Color: K, Clarity: VS2. (1) old European diamond weighs approx. 0.94 cts, Color: L, Clarity: VS2. (12) full cut diamonds weigh approx. 0.62 cts. The estimated total diamond weight is 4.23 cts. Weight: 4.00 dwt. Size 4 1/2. Fine condition. Retail Replacement Value of $21,000. $8,000 - $12,000
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2114 DESIGNER PURSE - Vintage (1972) Hermes Kelly Retourne handbag in Havane Veau Box Leather, with strap and lock, 9 1/4” x 12 1/2” x 4 3/4”, pre-owned with signs of use. Good condition, strap accompanying the handbag is authentic but of a later date. Comes with Certificate of Authenticity from bababebi. $2,000 - $3,000
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2115 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow and White Gold Ring, traditional six prong Tiffany style solitaire set with (1) round brilliant cut diamond, diamond weight 2.05 ct, clarity SI2, color I. Size . Replacement cost $20,000, with written appraisal. $12,000 - $15,000
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2116 VINTAGE HERMES KELLY RETOURNE BAG - Hermes Paris Tan Leather Kelly Retourne Bag, date stamp for 1984 (N in circle), gold plated hardware, with shoulder strap, lock and keys, Eclair zipper, 9 1/2” high (13 3/4” with handle extended), 13 1/2” x 5 1/4”. Base corner wear, minor abrasion to front near base. $1,000 - $1,500
2116
2117 LADY’S RING - Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Handmade (5) Stone Diamond Ring, round old mine cut brilliant diamonds, approx. weight 1.50 ct, clarity VS1SI2, color I-J. Size 6 3/4. Fine condition. Replacement cost $4,500. With GIA appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
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2118 VINTAGE HERMES KELLY BAG - Fine Calf Leather Hermes Kelly Retourne Bag, black calf leather, date code for 1976, with original lock and keys, purchased in Paris, 12” high (with handle), 11” x 4 1/2”. Very minor wear at base corners, back surface scratches. $1,000 - $3,000
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2119 LADY’S RING - 18K White Gold (3) Stone Diamond Ring, contemporary design set with an oval center diamond and (1) round brilliant cut diamond on each side. The center diamond is 0.93 cts, clarity SI1, color H. Diamond 1 measure approximately 0.25 cts, clarity SI1, color H; Diamond 2 is 0.24 cts, clarity SI1, color H. Total diamond weight approximately 1.40 cts. Gold weight 5.20 dwt. Size 6.5. Replacement cost $10,000. $3,000 - $5,000
2119
2120 LADY’S RING - 18K White Gold Antique Edwardian Diamond Ring, lace and filigree domed top set with (8) round brilliant old European cut diamonds. Center diamond 0.96 cts, clarity VVS1, color I. There are (8) round brilliant old European cut accent diamonds. Total weight of all (8) approximately 0.50 ct, clarity VVS1, color E. Gold weight 3.2 dwt. Size 5 1/2. Replacement cost $8,850. $2,500 - $3,500 2120
2121 RARE LOUIS VUITTON SHOE TRUNK - Classical Period circa 1925s Lady’s Shoe and Hat Trunk, s/n 813846, lock 106758. Initialed “JKD” (Johanna Krebs Dunn) and “Tenafly, NJ.” The exterior has typical logo fabric, leather trim and brass tacking, corners, brass latches and lock (with key), multiple Cunard White Star and Paris tags. The interior is in magnificent condition, having the s/n tag & Saks Fifth Ave tag, the lining fine, retaining six shoe pockets, straps with marked bronze buckles and lift-out tray with marked ribbons. 12” x 18 1/2” x 18 1/2”. Expected wear to exterior, repair to the original leather handle. $2,000 - $3,000
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2122 LUIGI LUCIONI (NJ/NY/VT/ITALY, 1900-1988) - “On a Vermont Highway”, oil on canvas. laid to hardboard, signed lower left and dated 1962, titled on Milch Galleries of NYC label verso, housed in the original hand carved Italian frame with gilt and linen liner, OS: 19” x 23”, SS: 9 1/2” x 13 1/2”. Fine condition. One of Lucioni’s famous ‘Red Barn’ series. $10,000 - $12,000
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2123 MAURICE (VALADON) UTRILLO (FRANCE, 1883-1955) - “Rue Tournant a Gauche”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, dated ‘25, with Utrillo’s stamp on the back of the canvas, marked by Petrides on the stretcher, housed in the original gilt frame, OS: 15” x 13”, SS: 9 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Fine condition. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity (No 26.535), from Gilbert Petrides and Jean Fabris, from Paris, April 15, 1999, both recognized authorities on Utrillo. $50,000 - $60,000 PROVENANCE: Purchased by the consignor’s grandmother, Mrs. Caspar Whitney, February 20, 1939 out of the exhibition: “Maurice Utrillo: Retrospective Exhibition of Paintings from 1909 to 1938” - Feb 13 - Mar 4, 1939 at the Valentine Gallery, New York. Descended through the family. This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2124 MAURICE (VALADON) UTRILLO (FRANCE, 18831955) - Montmartre Paris Cul de Sac, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in a fatigued gold carved frame with linen liner, OS: 23 1/2” x 20 1/2”, SS: 15 3/4” x 12 3/4”. Fine overall craquelure. $50,000 - $60,000 This lot is not available for online bidding.
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2125 ERNEST FIENE (NY/GERMANY, 1894-1965) - “Stormy Day”, oil on board, signed lower right, depicting a man in slicker at sea’s edge, label with title verso, card tacked verso with artist’s 331 E. 55th St NYC address, housed in driftwood frame with buff painted liner, OS: 18 1/2” x 28 1/2”, SS: 7 3/4” x 17 3/4”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $12,000 PROVENANCE: The Artist; 1997 Mystic Fine Arts, Mystic, CT.; Arthur A. Anderson Collection.
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2126 ERNEST FIENE (NY/GERMANY, 18941965) - “Moonlight over Monhegan Island”, oil on panel, signed lower left, Midtown Galleries label verso with 17 East 57th St. address, in water gilt frame with linen panel, OS: 17 1/2” x 34 1/2”, SS: 10” x 27 1/2”. Fine condition. Note: Midtown Galleries conservation by St. Julian Fishburne. $8,000 - $12,000 PROVENANCE: The Artist; Estate of the Artist; Midtown Galleries, New York, NY; 1999 Tepper Galleries, New York, NY; Arthur A. Anderson Collection. 2126
2127 ERNEST FIENE (NY/GERMANY, 1894-1965) - “The Wreck at Cuttyhunk Island”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled and dated 1960 on Core Gallery label verso, 38 Park Row, New York 36, NY, price of $3,000; Exhibition labels from Butler Institute of American Art 1961 Mid-Year Show, by invitation, c/o Midtown Galleries,17 East 57th St. New York, NY & Members Exhibition, The Century Association, 7 West 23rd St, NY NY. In driftwood frame with gilt liner, black border is painted on the canvas, OS: 42 1/2” x 50 1/2”, SS: 33 1/2” x 41 1/2”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $12,000 PROVENANCE: The Artist; Core Gallery, NYC; Midtown Gallery, NYC; 1999 Mystic Fine Arts, Mystic, CT; Arthur A. Anderson Collection.
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2128 WILLIAM THON (ME/NY/ITALY, 1906-2000) - “Below Wicklow”, oil and enamel on coarse burlap, laid to hardboard, signed lower right, titled verso in artist’s hand, retaining the original Midtown Galleries of NYC label, showing the rich green landscape of Ireland, with sheep and stone walls, in fatigued frame with gilt edge and linen liner, OS: 30” x 44”, SS: 21 1/2” x 33 1/2”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000
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2129 JAY HALL CONNAWAY (ME/AZ/IN, 1893-1970) ‘Monhegan Headland in Spring’, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1931 (an early Monhegan painting for Connaway), title attributed, in fatigued gold molded frame with linen liner, OS: 25” x 31”, SS: 17 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Overall craquelure, stretcher impression. Inscribed in pencil in a crabbed hand on stretcher “Nettie Dyer”. Nettie was the wife of Lighthouse Keeper Charles Dyer, who operated the Monhegan Light from 1924 to 1936. Following his studies, Connaway decided to focus on painting and eventually settled on Monhegan Island, a place he and his family inhabited year-round from 1931 until 1947. $2,000 - $4,000
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2130 JAY HALL CONNAWAY (ME/AZ/IN, 1893-1970) - ‘Crashing Wave, Lobster Cove, Monhegan’, oil on hardboard, unsigned, title attributed, in mahogany mitered frame, with water gilt interior mitre, OS: 26” x 36”, SS: 19 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2131 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) “The Clothesline”, oil on canvas, initialed and dated lower left; signed, titled and dated verso, depicting his children playing among the drying clothes, in ‘barnwood’ frame with gilt and white liner, OS: 30 1/2” x 49 1/2”, SS: 22 1/2” x 41 1/2”. Good condition. $10,000 - $20,000
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2132 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) - “Manfred’s Studio”, oil on canvas, unsigned, titled verso in the artist’s hand, inscribed to Paul Schwartz, the painting for which this was the study was completed in 1947. Unframed. 31” x 43”. Good condition. $6,000 - $8,000
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2133 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) - “Cape Cod Breakfast”, oil on canvas, unsigned, circa 1953, depicting Waldo’s children Johnny and Karen dining oceanside, according to the consignor, in wood slat frame, OS: 27” x 42 3/4”, SS: 26 1/4” x 42”. Good condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2134 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) - “Studio at Searsport” (Maine), oil on canvas, initialed lower right and dated ‘52, titled on Midtown Galleries, 11 East 57th St., New York labels verso, along with Hobe Galleries North of Portland, ME label, ca. 1980, with $12,000 price. Unframed, inscribed on back of canvas behind corrugated board. $6,000 - $8,000
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2135 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) - “Newburyport Garden”, oil on linen, initialed and dated ‘62 lower right, titled, signed and dated June ‘62 verso, depicting a naked child watering flower gardens across the street from a church, in carved gold frame with linen liner, OS: 30” x 36”, SS: 23 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2136 WALDO PEIRCE (ME/MA/NY, 1884-1970) - Breakfast in the Country, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in gold molded frame with linen liner, OS: 21” x 25”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2137 WALDO PEIRCE (NY/ME/MA, 1884-1970) - “Florence by the Sea”, oil on canvas, initialed lower right and dated ‘44, inscribed by the artist “for Marshall Crandall” lower left, signed and titled verso by the artist, the frame later marked “For Eliza S. Vaughn”, in red, green and gold molded frame, OS: 28” x 24”, SS: 23 3/4” x 19 3/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2138 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - Two Children Playing on a Lobster Dock, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in artist carved and fatigued pine frame, with gilt and linen liners, OS: 29” x 43”, SS: 17 1/2” x 31 1/2”. Very good condition, a few minor flaws in water on right. $5,000 - $7,000
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2139 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - “The Cove”, oil on linen, signed lower center and dated 1957, signed, titled and dated verso in the artist’s hand and with Frost Gully Gallery of Freeport, Maine exhibition labels. Housed in an oak box frame, OS: 21 1/4” x 35 1/4”, SS: 19 3/4” x 33 3/4”. Fine overall craquelure. $3,000 - $5,000 2139
2140 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - Young Woman Reclining on Garden Bench, Reading a Newspaper, oil on hardboard, unsigned, in mitered mahogany frame with linen mat, gilt liner, OS: 29” x 37”, SS: 20 1/2” x 27 1/2”. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2141 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - Two Trawlers in an Overcast Maine Harbor, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in artist made frame with silver leaf and corner leaf patterns, OS: 27 1/2” x 36”, SS: 20 1/2” x 29”. Fine condition. $3,500 - $5,000
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2142 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - “Maine Central”, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated ‘53, titled on the original Milch Galleries of 55 East 57th St., New York label verso. In gold and brown reverse ogee frame, OS: 19 1/2” x 27 1/2”, SS: 15 1/4” x 23 2142 1/4”. Some craquelure. $1,500 - $2,500 154
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2143 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (ME/CA, 1903-1984) - “Morning”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled verso, depicting a pair of mallard ducks in wetlands with stretched dock rope in foreground, in gold half round frame with linen liner, OS: 13” x 19”, SS: 9 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2144 STEPHEN MORGAN ETNIER (PA/ME, 1903-1984) - ‘E.R. Randall’s Red & White Grocery, Harpswell, Maine’, oil on canvas,, signed lower right and dated ‘50, and ‘for Ed Randall’, inscribed ‘Randall’s Store’ and signed and dated 1950 on back, depicting store interior with figure behind counter, framed by woodstove and pipe, in replica Impressionist frame, SS: 29 1/2” x 24 1/2”, OS: 37 1/4” x 32 1/4”. Very good condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2145 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - “Flight of the Phoenixes”, oil on linen, signed and dated 1977 lower left, titled and dated, with a price of $700 on her original label verso. Housed in orange painted slat frame, OS: 37” x 21”, SS: 35 3/4” x 19 3/4”. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2146 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - “Thomas the Rhymer & the Faerie Queen”, stone lithograph, pencil signed and dated 4/15/46, pencil inscribed with title and “For forty days & forty nights, they wade through red blood to the knee, And they saw neither sun nor moon, but heard the roaring of the sea. for Robert P. Tristram Coffin, with fond Birthday wishes, 3/18/49”. In white stick frame, glazed, OS: 16 3/4” x 14”, SS: 15 3/4” x 13 1/4”. Fine condition, not examined out of frame. $1,000 - $1,500
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2147 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (3) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Chipmunk Ladder”, 19” x 5” image on 22 1/4” x 10” sheet; “Sea Horse Romance” 16 1/2” x 7” image on 22 1/4” x 12 1/2” sheet; “Rajput Hunt”, 8 1/2” x 15” image on 14” x 17” sheet, all pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print
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2148 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (3) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Jaguar & Toucans”, 9 1/2” x 16” image on 14 1/4” x 20 3/4” sheet; “Tiger & Horses” 10 1/4” x 15 1/2” image on 15” x 22” sheet; “Sea Horse Race”, 11” x 17 1/4” image on 16” x 24” sheet, all pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov
2148 Ipcar’s print maker.
2149 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (2) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Two Calicos”, 16” x 12 1/4” image on 20 3/4” x 14 3/4” sheet; “Two Antelopes”, 7 3/4” x 14” image on 15 1/4” x 22” sheet, both pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,250 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker.
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2150 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (3) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Bull of Dreams (for Frances Hodsdon)”, 12 1/2” x 16 1/4” image on 18” x 22” sheet; “Winter Secrets” 12 1/2” x 18” image on 15” x 22” sheet; “Two Dalmatians”, 12” x 15” image on 17 1/2” x 21 1/4” sheet, all pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker. 2150
2151 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (2) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Two Zebras Squared”, 13” x 15” image on 20” x 22” sheet; “Striped Rider”, 13” x 17 1/2” image on 16” x 22” sheet, both pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,250 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker. 2151
2152 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (2) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Chicken Family”, 14” x 13 1/4” image on 22” x 20” sheet; “Silver Nyilla”, 15 3/4” x 19 1/4” image on 20 1/2” x 22” sheet, both pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,250 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print
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2153 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (2) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Odalisque”, 10 1/2” x 18 1/2” image on 15 1/4” x 22” sheet; “Silver Nyilla”, 10” x 16” image on 14” x 26” sheet, both pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,250 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker. 2153
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2154 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (2) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Stripes & Spots”, 11 1/4” x 16 3/4” image on 15” x 22” sheet; “Fox & Partridge”, 17” x 13” image on 24” x 19” sheet, both pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,250 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker.
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2155 DAHLOV IPCAR (NY/ME, 1917-2017) - (3) Black & White Lithographs, all Bon a Tirer (Printer’s Proof), including: “Cats Entwined”, 9 1/2” x 12” image on 16” x 19” sheet; “Garden of Feline Beauty” 18” x 10 1/2” image on 23” x 15” sheet; “Grendel’s Nest”, 11 1/2” x 17 1/2” image on 14 3/4” x 21” sheet, all pencil signed, titled and marked B.A.T., unframed, loose. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Dahlov Ipcar’s print maker. 2155
2156 LADY’S TANZANITE AND DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLANCE - Handcraft and Custom Made, One-of-a-Kind, Tanzanite and Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold with 18K White Gold Chain, (4) oval, pear and trillion cut tanzanites, 17.41 cts tw, color: violet-blue; Side (5) princess brilliant cut diamonds, 0.33 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall; Side (78) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.40 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall, 1” high x 1 1/4 wide. Estimated Replacement Value: $19,500. $8,000 - $12,000
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2157 LADY’S’ DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold. Center (1) round brilliant cut diamond, 0.75 cts, color: F, clarity: SI-1/SI-2; Side (34) round & square shaped, faceted blue sapphires, 0.93 cts tw; Side (62) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.29 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: SI overall, size 6 3/4. Estimated Replacement Value: 2157 $12,800. $6,000 - $8,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2158 LADY’S DIAMOND, PINK SAPPHIRE AND BLACK DIAMOND BRACELET - Custom Made Cuff Form Bracelet with applied Butterflies, 18K white and rose gold, (46) diamonds, 0.51 cts tw, (14) pink sapphires 1.51 cts tw, (116) black diamonds 1.68 cts tw, 1 5/8” high x 2 1/2” diameter. Estimated Replacement Value: $20,000. $7,000 - $9,000
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2159 LADY’S DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold. Center (1) Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond, 0.40 cts, Color: G, Clarity: SI-1; Side (18) Calibre Cut Blue Sapphires, 0.92 cts twt, Color: F-G Overall, Clarity: VS/SI Overall. Size: 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $6,200. $3,000 - $5,000 2159
2160 LADY’S BRACELET - Custom Made in 14K White Gold, woven triple strands, set with (54) diamonds, approx. 6.0 ct tw., blue sapphire set clasp. Size: 3/8” wide x 2 1/2” long. Estimated Replacement Value: $5,500. $3,000 - $4,000
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2161 LADY’S DIAMOND AND EMERALD RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold, (6) baguette cut diamonds, 0.34 cts tw, color: F overall, clarity: VS overall; (20) calibre cut emeralds, 0.90 cts tw, color: green; (14) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.25 cts tw, color: F overall, clarity: VS overall. Size 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $6,500. $3,000 - $4,000
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2162 LADY’S BRACELET - Handcrafted and Custom Made Rose Gold, White Gold and Diamond Oval Link Bracelet. 14K gold, (180) diamonds 2.00 cts tw, 1” wide x 7 1/2” long. Estimated Replacement Cost: $17,000. 2162 $6,000 - $8,000 158
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2163 LADY’S EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K Two Tone Gold. Center: (1) cushion shape, faceted emerald, 1.58 cts, color: green; (34) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.65 cts twt, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall. Size: 7. GIA Appraisal. Retail Replacement Value: $13,250. $6,000 - $8,000
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2164 LADY’S 14K GOLD BRACELET - 14K Yellow Gold Basket Weave Link Bracelet, set with (70) diamonds, 1.0 cts tw, 1/2” wide x 7 1/2” long. Estimated Replacement Value: $6,500. $3,500 - $4,500
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2165 LADY’S YELLOW DIAMOND RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K Two Tone Gold. Center (1) radiant cut yellow diamond, 1.72 cts, color: light yellow, clarity: VVS-2: Each side with half moon cut diamonds, 0.50 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall; Side (34) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.40 cts tw, color: F overall, clarity: VS overall. Size: 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $24,000. $12,000 - $15,000
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2166 LADY’S GOLD BANGLE BRACELET - 18K Yellow Gold Woven Four Strand Bracelet set with (5) white gold spacers set with (65) diamonds, 0.75 cts tw, 32 dwt, 5/8” high x 3” diameter. Estimated Replacement Value: $8,500. $5,000 - $6,000
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2167 LADY’S PEARL AND DIAMOND RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold. Center (1) South Sea cultured pearl, 15.50-16.00 mm, color: white; Side (325) round brilliant cut diamonds, 2.57 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall. Size 7 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: 2167 $12,850. $6,000 - $8,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2168 LADY’S PEARL EARRINGS - Two Freshwater Pearls wrapped in 18K White Gold, set with (88) diamond melees, 0.75 cts tw, omega backs. 1 1/8” high x 3/4” wide. Estimated Replacement Value: $6,450. $3,000 - $4,000
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2169 LADY’S PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH - 18K White Gold Brooch set with a Black Pearl (9.6mm) and an oval White Pearl (11.80mm) pendant, (161) diamonds 1.48 cts tw, 2 1/2” high x 2 1/4” wide. Estimated Replacement Value, $12,800. $5,000 - $7,000
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2170 LADY’S BURMESE RUBY AND DIAMOND RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold, center (1) heart shaped, faceted Burmese ruby, 1.52 cts, color: pigeon blood red; side (52) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.87 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall. Size 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: 15,890. $8,000 - $12,000
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2171 LADY’S BURMESE RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold, lever backs. Center (2) heart shaped, faceted Burmese rubies, 2.03 cts tw, color: pigeon blood red; Side (2) pear brilliant cut diamonds, 0.34 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity, VS overall; Side (108) round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.10 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall, 1 1/4” high x 5/8” high. Estimated Replacement Value: $30,950. $15,000 - $18,000
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2172 LADY’S RUBY AND DIAMOND BANGLE BRACELET - In the Edwardian Style, 18K White Gold, set with (358) diamonds, 1.95 cts tw, (48) rubies, 1.41 cts tw, 1/2” wide , 2 1/4” diameter. Estimated Replacement 2172 Value: $14,500. $6,500 - $8,500 160
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2173 LADY’S DIAMOND BANGLE BRACELET - Double Panther Head Bangle Form Bracelet in 18K White Gold, set with (624) round diamonds, 5.25 cts tw, (4) emeralds 0.12 cts tw, (1) round diamond on clasp 0.17 cts, with onyx nose, 3/8” wide x 2 1/2” diameter. Estimated Replacement Value: $25,000. $12,500 - $15,000
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2174 LADY’S DIAMOND RING - Custom Made and Designed 18K White Gold Panther Head Ring, pave set with (180) diamonds, 2.64 cts tw, with emerald eyes, black onyx nose. Size 6. Estimated Replacement Value: $8,500. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2175 LADY’S BLUE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BRACELET Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold, (203) round and square shaped, faceted blue sapphires, 5.90 cts tw; (210) round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.55 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: SI overall. Estimated Replacement Value: $14,800. $6,500 - $7,500
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2176 LADY’S DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE RING - Custom Made in 18K White Gold, (35) baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.15 cts tw. Color: F overall; Clarity: VS overall, (24) calibre cut blue sapphires, 1.10 cts tw. Size: 6 1/2. With GIA Appraisal. Estimated Replacement Cost: $12,400. $6,000 - $8,000
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2177 LADY’S BLUE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BRACELET Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold, (170) oval shape, faceted blue sapphires, 54.58 cts tw; (106) round brilliant cut diamonds, 1.75 cts tw, color: F-G overall, clarity: VS overall, 7/8” wide x 7” long. 2177 Estimated Replacement Value: $29,600. $15,000 - $18,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2178 LADY’S DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE RING - Handcrafted and Custom Made in 18K White Gold. Center (1) oval brilliant cut diamond, 0.91 cts, Color: G, Clarity: VS-1; Side (2) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.80 cts tw, Color: F-G overall, Clarity: SI overall; Side (28) round shape, faceted blue sapphires, 0.81 cts tt; Side (44) round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.25 cts tw, Color: F-G overall, Clarity: VS/SI overall. Size 6 1/2. Estimated Replacement Value: $18,985. $10,000 - $12,000
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2179 AIDEN LASSELL RIPLEY (MA/NY, 1896-1969) - “Geese at Cussituck”, Shooting Canada Geese from a Hide, watercolor on Arches paper, signed lower right, in silver molded frame, Frenchlined mat, glazed. OS: 28 3/4” x 37 3/4”, SS: 19 1/2” x 28 3/4”. Good condition. $20,000 - $25,000
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2180 AIDEN LASSELLE RIPLEY (MA/NY, 1896-1969) - “Snipe at Dawn”, etching on paper, pencil signed and titled in the lower margin, Guild of Boston Artists label verso, in the original black stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 16” x 19”, impression: 9” x 11 3/4”. Good condition, toned. $600 - $800
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2181 JOHN WHORF (MA, 1903-1959) - “Whitewater Casting”, watercolor on Arches paper, signed lower right, in water-gilt molded frame, French-lined mat, glazed, OS: 23 3/4” x 29 3/4”, SS: 14 1/2” x 20”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000
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2182 RICHARD EVETT BISHOP (PA, 1887-1975) (3) Etchings of Game Birds in Flight, including: “Willow Pond”, with Mallard rising, pencil signed, titled and inscribed “For Louise and Stewart Rand”, signed in plate and dated 1928 lower left, in gold stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 18 1/4” x 14 3/4”, impression: 9 7/8” x 7 5/8”, fine condition; PLUS “Whizzing”, Canada Geese coming in, pencil signed and titled, part of the 1931 series, unmarked edition of 65, marked verso “Peirce Fuller, 1938”, black stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 14 1/2” x 12 1/2”, sheet size: 8 3/8” x 7”, mat burned edge, toned; PLUS “Timber Mallards”, depicting four birds rising, pencil signed and titled, part of the 1931 series, edition of 65, marked verso on original label, black stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 14 1/2” x 12 1/2”, sheet size: 8 3/8” 2182 x 7”, mat burned edge, toned. $800 - $1,000 162
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2183 CARL SPRINCHORN (NY/ME/SWEDEN, 1887-1971) - “Western Landscape”, oil on canvas laid to upson board, signed lower left, titled verso, with his estate stamp, in a later water-gilt stepped frame, OS: 20” x 26”, SS: 13” x 20”. Cleaned and revarnished. $5,000 - $6,000
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2184 ERIC F. HUDSON (NY/MA, 1868-1932) - “Monhegan Boats”, oil on canvas, unsigned, in modern gilt panel frame with name tag, OS: 20 1/2” x 26 1/2”, SS: 13 3/4” x 19 3/4”. Cleaned and relined. $3,000 - $5,000 PROVENANCE: Estate of Jacqueline Hudson.
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2185 ABBOTT FULLER GRAVES (MA/ME, 1859-1936) - Still Life with Chrysanthemums, oil on canvas, signed lower right, housed in what may be the original Arts & Crafts hand carved gilt frame, OS: 23” x 29”, SS: 19 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Cleaned and relined. $5,000 - $7,000
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2186 WALTER FARNDON (NY, 1876-1974) - “Waiting for the Storm”, oil on masonite, signed lower left, depicting a Maine harbor, housed in a replica gilt Arts & Crafts frame, OS: 21” x 25”, SS: 13 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2187 CLAUDE VENARD (FRANCE, 1913-1999) - “Au Quai”, impasto oil on stiffened canvas, signed lower left, a Post-Cubist Abstract of boats at a dock, in water gilt box frame with linen panel, having tag with title and artist’s name. 37” 2187 square, SS: 28 3/4” square. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2188 WILLIAM J. MALONEY (MA, 1932 -) - “Jimmy’s House, (Monhegan, Maine)”, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated ‘89, titled verso, in silver edged mitered frame, linen mat. white liner, OS: 25” x 31”, SS: 17 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Painting is fine, water stain to linen mat. $1,500 - $2,000
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2189 OTIS PIERCE COOK, JR. (MA, 1900-1980) - Mountain Landscape with Farmer Entering Barn, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in grey painted frame with creme liner, OS: 26” x 30”, SS: 20” x 24”. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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2190 MALCOLM HUMPHREYS (NJ/MI/FRANCE, 1892-1963) - The Harbor, Concarneau”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, marked verso as being the 1939 First Prize of the Society of the Four Arts, founded 1936 in Palm Beach, Florida. Housed in a hand carved gilt Newcomb-Macklin matched corner frame, OS: 25” x 29”, SS: 19 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Very good condition. $2,500 - $3,000
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2191 THOMAS R. CURTIN (VT/MA, 1899-1977) - Browns Head Lighthouse, Vinalhaven Island, Maine, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, in painted molded frame, OS: 19 1/2” x 23 1/2”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2192 ALEXANDER BROOK (NY/GA, 1898-1980) - “Stormy Skies #8”, depicting storm darkened fields with horses, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on stretcher in pencil, unframed, 27” x 38”. Cleaned and relined. $2,000 - $3,000 2192 164
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2193 CAROL BRANDENBURG (CONTEMPORARY MASSACHUSETTS) Fantasy Dark Forest, oil on canvas, depicting a brooding forest of twisted trees with dramatic mountains behind, cloud scumbled sky overhead, in a gold frame with linen liner, SS: 27 1/4” x 34 1/2”, OS: 34” x 41 1/4”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2194 LUCIEN PHILIPPE MORETTI (FRANCE, 1922-2000) - Music Festival, 1970s, oil on canvas, signed center right, in gold Impressionist frame with linen liner, OS: 15” x 17”, SS: 8 1/4” x 10 1/4”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2195 GUSTAV KONRAD SUS (GERMANY, 1823-1881) - Dooryard Cock Fight, oil on canvas, signed lower left, depicting a woman discovering two roosters squaring off in front of a gaggle of hens, doves watching disdainfully from high perches, in water gilt panel frame, OS: 29” x 24”, SS: 24” x 19”, cleaned and relined. $2,500 - $3,500
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2196 NANCY HOWE (VT/CO, 1950 - ) - “On Top of the World”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1995, exhibition label verso from the Colorado Historical Society in Denver, depicting a Colorado Snow Leopard climbing to a mountaintop, in a gilt hand carved frame, OS: 35 1/2” x 25 1/2”, SS: 29 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2197 HAROLD BRETT (MA/NY, 1880-1955) - “The Old Cape Cod Bow Roof ”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, titled verso, in hand carved frame 2197 with cream liner, OS: 30” x 35”, SS: 25” x 30”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2198 ETHEL CURRIE MAGAFAN (CO/NY, 1916-1993) - “Quiet Water”, mixed media on hardboard, signed lower left, signed and titled verso, with stamp from Rudolph Gallery of Woodstock, NY and Coral Gables, FL, in gold slat shadowline frame with linen liner, OS: 28 1/2” x 38 1/2”, SS: 23” x 33”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2199 M. RINALDI (20TH C. ITALIAN) - Cliffs of the Adriatic, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in gilt panel frame, OS: 24” x 32”, SS: 19” x 27”. Cleaned and relined, fine craquelure, stretcher impression. $2,000 - $3,000
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2200 PIERRE BITTAR (MI/FRANCE, 1934 - ) - “La Peniche Rouge”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled verso, in gold molded frame with linen liner, OS: 19” x 23”, SS: 11 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,800 - $2,400 PROVENANCE: From a Rockport, ME estate. 2200
2201 MARGARET LOUISE KENT (PA/KS/NM, 1913-1999) - Still Life of Flowers on a blue field, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated ‘74, in gold faux gesso frame, OS: 25 1/2” x 21 1/2”, SS: 19 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Light stretcher impression. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: Note on back indicates this was purchased at an estate sale in Lambertville, NJ in 1999.
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2202 EDWARD VALENTINE (NEW ORLEANS, 20TH C.) - Flamenco Dancer, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in hand carved wooden frame, OS: 26 1/2” x 21”, SS: 19” x 13 1/2”. 2202 Light stretcher impression. $700 - $900 166
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2203 MARY ALEXANDER (MASS, 20TH C.) - Edgartown Boatyard, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, in gold Arts & Crafts style frame, OS: 22” x 18”, SS: 15 1/4” x 11 1/4”. Fine condition. $600 - $800
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2204 IRVING KRAUT MANOIR (CA/IL, 1891-1982) - Still Life with Ducks, Ducks and a Duck, oil on canvas, signed verso, with address of “4 East Ohio St” (Chicago, so pre-WWII, when he moved to CA). Housed in hand carved gilt Arts & Crafts frame, OS: 33” square, SS: 29 1/2” square. Large puncture lower center. $1,500 - $1,800
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2205 THOMAS ANDREW NICHOLAS (MA/CT, 1934 - ) - Whitecaps on Rocky Shore, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in fatigued white painted frame, OS: 34 1/2” x 52 1/2”, SS: 29 1/2” x 47 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,000
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2206 DARYL MILLARD (CONTEMPORARY SOLANA BEACH, CALIFORNIA) - “Ranch Off Del Dios Highway”, oil on canvas laid to panel, signed lower right, titled verso and inscribed to June, with 2001 COA made out to the same woman. In gilt molded panel frame, OS: 18 3/4” x 22 3/4”, SS: 11” x 15”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2207 HENRY ELLIS MATTSON (NY/MA/SWEDEN, 1887-1971) Whitecaps, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in silver slat frame, with mitered line mat, OS: 24 3/4” x 30 3/4”, SS: 19 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200 2207
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2208 THOMAS ANDREW NICHOLAS (MA/CT, 1934 - ) - Mountains of China, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in gilt Arts & Crafts style frame, OS: 48” x 38”, SS: 39 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,000
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2209 ALDO PAGLIACCI (ITALY, 1913-1991) - The Bird Seller, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1964,marked with his name verso, stamped by Galleria Schneider of Rome, inscribed “To Mrs. Herbert Gasguin, RFD 1, Millbrook, NY”. In a grey drybrushed white reverse cove frame, OS: 16” x 14”, SS: 11” x 9”. One small area of flaking lower left. $1,500 - $1,800
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2210 LADY’S WATCH - Cartier Tank Style Watch in 18K yellow gold and diamond, serial #660120024 7” long, 1/2” wide, 34.8 dwt. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 2210
2211 LADY’S RING - Platinum 10% Iridium Tiffany and Co. Ring set with a cushion cut natural blue aquamarine stone in the center with a “Halo” of round brilliant cut diamonds surrounding. The aqua weight approx. 1.5 ct, (26) round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approx. 0.50 ct. Clarity VS1, color E-F. Platinum weight 3.6 dwt. Patented design serial #31941792, inside shank, size 5 1/2. Replacement cost $4,350.00 with written appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
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2212 RINGS - Pair of Tiffany Platinum and Diamond Eternity Bands, $1,500 - $1,800
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2213 RING - Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Octagonal Link Band, size 6 1/2” $1,000 - $1,500
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2214 BRACELET - 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with pave set diamonds, stamped “Italy”, 2 1/2” x 2” diameter, 1 1/2” wide, approx. 1.0 ct total weight, 21dwt. $1,500 - $1,800 2214
2215 EARRINGS - Pair of Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K white gold, marked “48 RS”, 1 7/8” diameter. $1,000 - $1,500
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2216 BROOCH - Retro Heart & Key Design Brooch in 14K rose gold set with (8) natural rubies, maker “EK”, 2” long, 2” wide, 19.9 dwt. $600 - $800
2216
2217 BRACELET - Pair of Victorian Bangle Bracelets set in 14K yellow gold with (4) seed pearls, 2 3/4” wide, 11 dwt. 2217 $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2218 EARRINGS - Pair of Double Hoop and Diamond Earrings set in 14K white gold, marked “DU 65”. $1,000 - $1,500
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2219 BRACELET - Chain Link Bracelet set in 14K yellow gold, stamped Italy. 7 1/2” long, 1” wide, 28.6 dwt. $1,200 - $1,500
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2220 EARRINGS - Round Mabe Pearl Earrings set in 14K yellow gold with omega backs, stamped “PBD”, 1” diameter. Fine condition. $400 - $600
2220
2221 BRACELET & EARRINGS - (7) Link Ruby and Diamond Bracelet set in 18K yellow gold with (7) diamond spacers and (49) channel set rubies with matching hoop earrings with lion hallmark, marked “H”. Approx. 3.0 cts rubies and 1.0 ct diamonds total weight; bracelet 6 1/2” long, 1/4” wide, earrings 3/4” diameter. $1,500 - $1,800
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2222 EARRINGS - Pair of “Bubble” Earrings in 18K yellow gold with omega backs stamped “512AR”, 1 1/2” diameter, 19.6 dwt. Tiny dent in one. 2222 $800 - $1,200 170
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2223 BRACELET - 14K Two-tone Gold Square Bangle Bracelet marked “Italy”, 2 1/2” x 2” diameter 3/8” wide, 15.7 dwt. $500 - $700
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2224 BRACELET - Designer Hammered Bracelet in 18K yellow gold by “Davite Delucci”, 2 1/2” diameter 1” wide, 20 dwt. $1,500 - $1,800
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2225 NECKLACE - Strand of Gold Bead Necklace in 18K yellow gold graduated ranging 2mm to 10mm, 17” long, 12.8 dwt. $600 - $800
2225
2226 NECKLACE & BRACELET - Tiffany & Co. Heart Shaped Necklace and Bracelet suite in sterling silver and gold, marked “T&CO”; necklace 16” long, 925, bracelet 6” long, 2.3 ozt. $600 - $800
2226
2227 (2) LADIES WRISTWATCHES - (2) Cartier Watches, (1) Tank Watch with red lizard band, 7 1/2” long, 3 1/4” wide; (2) Stainless Steel and Gold Plated Watch with round face, serial #901076941, 8” wide, 1 2227 1/2” diameter. $600 - $800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2228 FABERGE RUSSIAN SILVER GILT & GUILLOCHE ENAMEL FRAME MARKED A. FABERGE - Russian Gilded Silver and Guilloche Enamel Photo Frame, marked A. Faberge (Agathon Carl Theodore Faberge, 1876-1951, son of Peter Carl Faberge), early 20th c., with white, oyster translucent enamel over an engine turned ground, oval aperture with a bead and reel bezel, surmounted by a ribbon crest, outer border cast with acanthus leaf tips, with silver scroll strut, signed on both legs and center rib of strut, 4 1/8” x 3 1/8”, 1/2” thick, 7.14 ozt tw. Minor gilding losses. $12,000 - $15,000 PROVENANCE: Christie’s London, November 24, 2014, lot 233.
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2229 FABERGE ENAMELED GILT SILVER COMPACT - Faberge Russian Two Color Gold Mounted Pearl White-Oyster Guilloche Enameled Silver Gilt Rectangular Compact, marked ‘A.A.’ for workmaster Andre 2229 Adler, right facing Kokoshnik mark for St. Petersburg, 1908-1918, with translucent oyster enamel over wave turned guilloche, ends banded with rose and green gold laurel moldings, the thumbpiece set with five rose-cut diamonds, internally fitted with beveled edge mirror, in a red leather fitted case probably by Cartier, compact: 3 3/4” x 2 1/2”, 5/8” high, 7.28 ozt tw., case: 5 1/8” x 3 3/4”, 1 1/4”. Good condition, surface wear and interior stains to case. Faberge and Cartier were fierce competitors prior to the Russian Revolution. After the Revolution, with the closing of the Faberge workshops, Cartier branches in the rest of Europe resold Faberge objects, usually in the familiar red fitted Cartier cases. The British Royal Collection of Faberge is one of the largest and most important in existence.A similar guilloche case is illustrated in Caroline de Guitaut’s book, “Faberge In the Royal Collection”, on page 256. The British Royal Collection of Faberge is one of the largest and most important in existence. $7,000 - $10,000
2230 FABERGE SILVER AND GUILLOCHE ENAMEL DESK CLOCK Russian 88-Silver and Guilloche Enamel Desk Clock by Faberge, mark of workmaster August Holmstrom , ca. 1900, square shape, with translucent orange enamel corners mounted with swans outlined in white enamel, central diamond-shape clock face with gilt Arabic numerals, frame chased with acanthus leaf decoration, frame stamped with ‘Faberge’ in Cyrillic letters, 1st kokoshnik (88-silver, Yakov Lyapunov, assayer, 1898-1903; St. Petersburg), and maker’s mark ‘AH’, back of movement stamped with kokoshnik and ‘AH’ marks. 3 3/4” square, 7/8” thick. A similar clock in green guilloche enamel was sold, Lot 281, Sotheby’s New York, Tuesday, December 15, 1987. Clock hands replaced, minor losses to white enamel at base, clock has not been serviced. $6,000 - $9,000 2230
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2231 FABERGE JEWELED GUILLOCHE ENAMEL GOLD PENDANT LOCKET Faberge Hexagonal Shaped 14K Yellow Gold Locket, workmaster’s mark of August Hollming, St. Petersburg, 1904-1908, enameled in translucent pale blue over a snowflake pattern, center set with rose-cut diamond, the interior with two compartments, marked inside of cover and base, 3/4” x 7/8” (without suspension loop), 3.7 dwt tw. Small dent to back side, not affecting the enameling. $3,000 - $5,000 PROVENANCE: Christie’s London Russian Art Sale, November 28, 2016, lot 208.
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2232 FABERGE JEWELED GUILLOCHE ENAMEL GOLD HEART BROOCH - Faberge Jeweled Guilloche Enamel Heart Shaped Gold Brooch, workmaster’s mark of August Hollming, St. Petersburg, 1896-1908, with rose diamond ribbon cresting, translucent red enamel over a rayed ground emanating from a star set rose-cut diamond, marked on pin guard, back engraved in Cyrillic script for ‘24 December 1903’, 7/8” x 7/8”, 3.8 dwt tw. Good condition. $5,000 - $7,000 2232
2233 FABERGE GOLD AND RED GUILLOCHE ENAMEL EGG PENDANT WITH HEN - Rare Faberge Miniature 14K Yellow Gold Egg Pendant with Hen, by workmaster Henrik Wigstrom, St. Petersburg, 1908-1917, depicting a basket containing a hen, the handle is set with two sapphires, the base with translucent red enamel on a guilloche background, top ring with marks for Karl Faberge, Henrik Wigstrom, and ‘56’ hallmark, 1 1/8” high (incl. suspension ring), 5/8” wide, 7.3 dwt tw. Good condition. See The Faberge Collection of William Kazan, published in “Objets de Vertu par Faberge: collection William Kazan” by Michel Y. Ghosn, Fernand Percival, and Patrick Bramoulle; Publisher: Dar An-Nahar, Paris, copyright 1996, page 228. $4,000 - $6,000 PROVENANCE: Christie’s Geneva, November 11, 1987, lot 178, the Kazan Faberge Collection. 2233
2234 RUSSIAN IMPERIAL ACADEMY SCULPTURE - Late 19th c. Russian Carved Tiger Eye Horse Head Sculpture, presented in an Imperial Academy of Arts (St. Petersburg) fitted box, unsigned, sculpture: 5 1/4” high, 6” x 1 5/8”, box: 11 1/4” x 7 3/4” x 2 5/8”. Good condition, surface wear to box. The Imperial Academy was founded in 1757, and training there was a critical step for aspiring artists. Abolished in 1918 after the Russian Revolution, it was later re-established and re-named several times. Today, it is known as the Russian Academy of Arts and is located in Moscow. $2,000 - $3,000
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2235 ANTIP KUZMICHEV ENAMELED SILVER PLATE - 19th c. Russian Enameled 88-Silver Plate by Antip Kumichev, made for Tiffany & Co., with hallmark for Moscow 1887, assayer Viktor Vasilyevich Savinsky, square shape with cut corners, central medallion and rim with cobalt blue, turquoise, white and red enamel decoration, gadrooned edge, ‘EB’ monogram on base, 6 3/4” x 6 3/4”, 7.47 $4,000 - $6,000 2235 ozt. Good condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2236 (2 PCS) RUSSIAN ENAMELED SILVER - 19th c. Russian Enameled 84-Silver Bratina and Spoon, hallmarks for Moscow 1887, assayer Viktor Vasilyevich Savinsky, with matching incised and chased decoration with enameling in turquoise, red, orange, and blues, both with ‘G’ engraved monogram, Cyrillic maker’s marks, spoon by ‘VA’ (probably Viktor Akimov) and bratina by ‘P.N’ or ‘P.K’ (unknown maker), spoon: 7 1/4” long, 2 3/8” wide, bratina: 2 1/2” high, 5 1/2” diam., 13.55 ozt tw. Good condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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2237 C.E. BOLIN RUSSIAN SILVER MOUNTED ALABASTER DISH - Early 20th c. Russian Carved Round Alabaster Dish with Silver Mounts, leaf and fruit design silver decoration around rim on mottled green stone base, silver marked in Latin letters ‘BOLIN’ and right facing woman’s head hallmark, 7 7/8” diam., presented in a fitted ‘C.E. Bolin Jewellers to the Court, St. Petersbourg (sic)’ box, 12 1/4” sq., 2 1/4” high. A few surface scratches to dish, corner and edge wear to box. $2,000 - $3,000 2237
2238 (6) GUSTAV KLINGERT ENAMELED SILVER SPOONS Set of (6) Late 19th c. Russian Cloisonne Enamel 84-Silver Spoons by Gustav Klingert, with traces of gold wash in bowls, with hallmark for Moscow, assayer Anatoly Apollonovich Artsybashev (1888-1898), ‘GK’ maker’s mark, 4 1/8” long, 3.68 ozt tw. Good condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2239 LARGE GREEK ICON The Virgin Mary and Christ, 17th c. oil on panel, with gilding, cross and inscription verso, 20 3/4” x 14 1/2”. Repaired shrinkage crack, fabulous patina. $4,000 - $6,000
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2240 LARGE CYRILLIC ORTHODOX ICON - Russian or Ukranian Icon of St. Nicholas, early 20th c., oil and giltwork on battened wooden panel, 19 1/4” x 16”. 2240 Very good, wormage, edge loss. $2,000 - $3,000 174
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2241 FRAMED RUSSIAN ICON - Christ and His Disciples Gather Around the Holy Mother on her Death Bed, circa 1885, oil on panel having silver oklad with Moscow hallmark, unknown maker, gabled molded brass frame with scraffito frieze, 15 1/2” x 9 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2242 (3) 19TH C. RUSSIAN ICONS - Orthodox Icons, oil on panel, including: Eight Saints flanked by Six on integral frame, with Mary above, 12 3/4” x 10 1/2”; Madonna and Child, 12 3/4” x 9 3/4”; Three Saints with Christ Child above, 14 1/4” x 12 1/4”. Some loss. $800 - $1,200 2241
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2243 PRESENTATION STERLING CHAMPAGNE BUCKET & TRAY TO MAINE US SENATOR WILLIAM P. FRYE FROM OTHER SENATORS IN 1901 - Large, Ornate Loving Cup made by Gorham Silver for Harris & Schafer Co. Model A2306 with three handles, decorated with grapevines and satyr heads and having a gold wash, along with a Monogrammed Tray, together weighing 82.6 ozt. The cup is engraved “Presented to Hon. William P. Frye at the close of the 56th Congress, by all of the Senators. In token of their high appreciation of the ability and impartiality with which he has discharged the duties of President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and of their esteem and personal regard for him”. 10” x 11” diam. cup, 1” x 12 3/4” tray. Cup is fine, 2243 tray was lacquered. PLUS MAINE MEMORABILIA includes: Feb 20, 1905 Appointment and Councilor to the US Supreme Court; June 24, 1897 Bachelor’s Degree from Bowdoin College, signed by DeWitt Hyde; Portrait of the Ship ‘William P Frye’, built by Arthur Sewall in Maine, sunk by a German Cruiser, in 12” x 10” frame; a copy of “Meddybemps Letters, Maine’s Hall of Fame, Memorial Addresses”, by William R Pattangall, the 1924 Lewiston Journal Co edition, inscribed by Roger M Ingalls; “The Maine Book” by Henry Dunnack, 1920, Augusta; a copy of Daniel Webster’s Fourth of July Oration delivered at Fryeburg, Maine in 1802, the 1882 edition; framed engraved portrait of Frye, 8 1/2” x 6 1/2”. Generally good condition. $3,300 - $5,400
2244 (5 PC) GORHAM COIN SILVER TEA SERVICE - (5) Piece Mid-19th c. American Coin Silver Tea Service by Gorham, pattern #240, retailed by Crosby, Hunnewell & Morse (Boston, MA, 1860-1863), with swan lid finials and lion head handles, gadrooning to shoulders and feet, bases also with Gorham mark, sides monogrammed ‘F.R.N.’ and ‘R’, including: Hot water kettle, with reticulated base with oriental figures, 14 1/4” high, 13 1/2” x 9 1/2”; Teapot, 8” high, 11 1/2” x 5 1/2”, handle loose; Lidded sugar bowl, 7 1/2” high, 8 1/2” x 4 1/2”, side dent; Cream jug, 7 1/4” high, 5 3/4” x 3 3/4”, side dents; and Waste bowl, 5 1/8” high, 8 1/4” x 4 3/4”; 166.02 ozt tw. $3,000 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Brigadier General Donald Armstrong, U.S. Army (1889-1984). For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2245 WHITING MIXED METAL STERLING FOOTED BOWL - Aesthetic Period Mixed Metal Sterling Footed Bowl by Whiting Manufacturing Co., late 19th c., with hand hammered finish, gold washed interior, applied floral and insect decoration in silver and copper, stamped on base with Whiting logo, ‘sterling’, and ‘818’, base with engraved ‘LT’ monogram, 4 1/4” high, 7 3/4” diam., 19.78 ozt. Good condition. $4,000 - $5,000
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2246 (4) TIFFANY & CO. STERLING CANDLESTICKS - Set of (4) Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Neoclassical Form Corinthian Column Candlesticks, early 20th c., pattern 16872, on square bases, each monogrammed ‘E.C.M”, with cement filled bases, 8 1/2” high, 4” square. Good condition, no dents or scratches. $1,000 - $1,500 2246
2247 (5 PC) TIFFANY & CO. STERLING TEA & COFFEE SET Circa 1870s (5) Piece Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Hot Beverage Set, pattern 1982, with engraved and chased decoration, ‘K’ monogram, including: Coffee pot, 8 1/4”high, 7 1/4” x 5 1/4”; Teapot, 5 1/4” high, 9 1/4” x 6 1/4”; Lidded sugar bowl, 4 1/4” high, 7 1/4” x 5 1/4”; Cream jug, 4 1/8” high, 5 1/4” x 4 1/4”; and Waste bowl, 3 1/4” high, 5 1/4” diam.; 84.42 ozt tw. $4,000 - $5,000
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2248 TIFFANY & CO. STERLING & COPPER VASE - Early 20th c. Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Copper Bulbous Vase, 1902-1907 mark, lobed shape with Art Nouveau motif silver on copper on silver body decoration, floral repousse band around foot, gold washed interior, 14 3/4” high, 5 1/2” diam., 43.77 ozt tw. Good condition. $10,000 - $15,000
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2249 CASED (162) PIECE TIFFANY & CO. RICHELIEU FLATWARE SET - (162) Pieces of Tiffany & Co. Richelieu Pattern Flatware, service for twelve, with ‘JSC’ monogram, including: (12) Dinner knives; (12) Luncheon knives; (12) Spreader knives; (12) Dinner forks; (12) Luncheon forks; (12) Salad forks; (13) Teaspoons; (12) Cream soup spoons; (12) Demitasse spoons; (12) Table spoons; (6) Serving spoons; (12) Seafood forks; (3) Flat handle spreaders; (8) Pastry forks with gold wash; (8) Old style ice cream spoons; (1) Punch ladle; (1) Gravy ladle; and (2) Piece salad set with gold wash; 245.09 ozt tw. In an oak fitted Tiffany & Co. wooden case with side handles, 6” high, 22” x 18 ¾”. Case surface 2249 wear, flatware in good condition. $15,000 - $18,000 176
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2250 (3) TIFFANY & CO. STERLING FLATWARE UTENSILS - Group of (3) Tiffany & Co. Silver Serving Pieces, including: Lap Over Edge pattern fish slice, with floral decorated handle, ‘FRN’ monogram to back of handle, 12 1/2” long, 2 3/4” wide; Lap Over Edge pattern serving fork, with birds and foliage decoration, ‘FRN’ monogram to back of handle, 9 1/4” long, 2 3/4” wide; and Cheese scoop, unidentified pattern, stamped J.P. Patent 1887, R monogram, 9 1/4” long, 1 1/4” wide; 10.89 ozt tw. $400 - $600 PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Brigadier General Donald Armstrong, U.S. Army (1889-1984).
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2251 (6 PC) STERLING HOT BEVERAGE SET & (1) SILVER PLATED TRAY - (6) Piece Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service, retailed by Howard & Co., New York, Neoclassical design, each with lobed shape, 2251 fluted base and quatrefoil shaped foot, most pieces pattern #1906, monogrammed ‘DM’, including: Hot water kettle on stand with burner, 14” high, 9 1/2” x 5 1/2”, handle loose, one missing handle insulator; Coffee pot, 10 1/4” high, 10 1/2” x 3 1/2”, small dents to front and back; Teapot, #1904, 8 ¾” high, 6 3/8” x 2 5/8”, a few tiny dents; Cream jug, 6 1/4” high, 5 3/8” x 2 5/8”; Lidded sugar bowl, 7 ¼” high, 8 ½” x 4 3/8”, a few small dents, lid finial bent; and Waste bowl, 4 1/2” high, 6” x 4 1/8”; PLUS 19th c. quatrefoil shaped galleried tray with paw form feet, probably by Henry Wilkenson & Co., Sheffield, England, with pierced scalloped rim gallery, with crossed keys mark and inscribed ‘4261-10’ on base, 4” high, 17” x 23 5/8”, gallery side dent, silvering losses and scratches to top surface. Sterling pcs only: 124.03 ozt tw. Good condition, except as noted. $2,000 - $2,400
2252 (216 PCS) REED & BARTON BURGUNDY FLATWARE - (216) Piece Set of Reed & Barton Burgundy Plattern Sterling Flatware, service for twelve, no monograms, including: (24) dinner knives, (12) steak knives, (12) spreader knives, (12) dinner forks, (12) luncheon forks, (12) salad forks, (12) dessert forks, (12) three-tine 4 2/3” long forks, (24) teaspoons, (12) soup spoons, (12) cream soups, (12) ice teaspoons, (11) demitasse spoons, (12) seafood forks, (2) pierced table spoons, (4) tablespoons, (1) sugar tongs, (1) cold meat fork, (2) flat handle master butter knives, (1) cream ladle, (1) gravy 2252 ladle, (1) jelly server, (1) olive/pickle fork, (2) sugar shell spoons, (1) bon bon spoon, (1) salad serving fork, (2) salad serving spoons, (1) hollow handle pie/cake server, (1) solid handle pie lift, (1) hollow handle serving lift, (1) small fancy ladle, and (1) olive fork. 273.32 ozt tw. In a hard sided, felt lined zip cover case. $4,000 - $5,000
2253 (3 PC) GEORG JENSEN ‘BLOSSOM’ TEA SET - (3) Piece Danish Sterling Silver ‘Blossom’ Pattern Tea Set by Georg Jensen, c. 1930s, including: Teapot, 5 1/2” high, 8 3/4” x 6 1/2”; Lidded sugar bowl, 3 1/2” high, 3 3/8” diam.; and Creamer, 2 1/4” high, 5” x 3 3/8”; 27.30 ozt tw. Good condition. $4,000 - $5,000
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2254 (26 PCS) LA PAGLIA HOLLOWWARE BY INTERNATIONAL SILVER - Collection of (26) Pieces of International Silver designed by Alphonse La Paglia, each with openwork floral bands around foot/outer rim, including: (6) Goblets, #189-50, 6 1/2” high, 3 1/2” diam.; (6) Wine Stems, 17018, 4” high, 3” diam.; Cased set of (8) Cordials, 3” high, 1 1/8” diam., case: 3 1/2” high, 14” x 5 1/2”, one detached case hinge; and (6) Bread plates, 139-88, 6 1/2” diam., a few surface scratches; 102.68 ozt tw. Good condition, except as noted. $5,000 - $6,000
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2255 LUNT (5 PC) STERLING BEVERAGE SERVICE - (5) Piece Sterling Silver Tea & Coffee Service by Lunt Silversmiths (Greenfield, MA) in the Paul Revere pattern # 100 R, late 20th c., tapered cylindrical form with fluted sides and engraved decoration, pineapple lid finials, gilt washed interiors, wooden handles, bases engraved ‘October 21, 1992’, including: Coffee pot, 9 1/2” high, 10 7/8” x 3 1/4”; Tea pot, 7 1/4” high, 11 1/2” x 3 7/8”; Tea caddy, 7 1/4” high, 5 1/2” x 3 7/8”; Covered sugar, 4 3/4” high, 6 3/4” x 3”; and Creamer, 4 1/4” high, 5 1/4” x 2 1/4”. 105.73 ozt tw. Good condition. $1,500 - $1,700
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2256 (4 PC) SANBORN’S MEXICAN STERLING TEA SERVICE (4) Piece Heavy Mexican Sterling Silver Tea Service by Sanborn’s of Mexico City, mid-20th c., melon form body design with scroll handles and openwork bases, stamped with Sanborn’s three owl mark, set on a matching oval tray with ruffled rim, including: Teapot, 6 1/4” high, 9 1/2” x 5 1/2”; Cream jug, 3 3/4” high, 5” x 4”; Lidded sugar, 4 1/4” high, 5 1/2” x 4 1/2”; and Tray, 17” x 12 1/4”; 98.11 ozt tw. Top surface scratches to tray, small side dent to teapot, tiny side dents to sugar bowl and creamer. $1,800 - $2,000
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2257 (2) STERLING SILVER TRAYS - (2) Sterling Serving Trays, including: Oval scalloped and rolled rim tray with fancy scroll engraved surface by Dominick & Haff, late 19th c., with engraved monogram ‘TDS’, marked ‘The Bailey, Banks & Biddle Company’, ‘sterling, ‘858’ and 18 in’ on base, 17 3/4” x 11 1/2”, top surface scratches and wear; and Rectangular sterling meat platter, with double side wells, probably Mexican, marked on base ‘1’, ‘Plata 925’, and ‘sterling’, 22 1/2” x 15”, surface scratches. 113.01 ozt tw. $1,800 - $2,000
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2258 STERLING SILVER BASKET - Mid-19th c. American Sterling Silver Round Swing Handle Basket by Bigelow Bros. & Kennard (Boston, 1847-1867), with gadrooned edge, raised on four hoof form feet topped with ram’s heads, sides engraved ‘A.F.R. from R.A.R.’ and ‘Christmas 1861’, 7 3/4” high (with handle extended), 8 1/8” diam., 24.71 ozt. Rim dent. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Brigadier General Donald Armstrong,
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2260 COIN SILVER CANN - American Coin Silver Cann by A.L. Dennison & Co. (Aaron Lufkin Dennison), Boston, MA, 1839-1849, tapered cylindrical shape with molded base and top rim bands, scroll handle, engraved ‘ETB to Catherine Elizabeth Burbank’, marked on base ‘A.L. Dennison & Co., Boston, Pure Silver Coin’, 3 7/8” high, 4 1/4” x 3 1/8”, 5.19 ozt. Side dent through engraved presentation. $600 - $800
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2261 GEORGIAN SILVER SERVING TRAY - English George III Period Oval Two-Handled Sterling Silver Serving Tray, 1797 date letter, by London silversmith Timothy Renou, with unusual engraved central crest depicting a boar’s head above a shield with fleur-de-lis and crescent moon panels, and a ship with oars, possibly associated with the Campbell clan, 20 1/2” x 13 1/4”, 48.58 ozt. Minor surface scratches. $800 - $1,200 2261
2262 STERLING ROSE BOWL BY LESLIE GORDON DURBIN - English Sterling Silver Two-Piece Hand Wrought Pierced Covered Bowl, lid with figural finial depicting two children astride branches, hallmarked for London 1952 by silversmith Leslie Gordon Durbin (1913-2005), flared rim bowl has footed base, 5 1/2” high, 8 3/4” diam., 40.23 ozt tw. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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2263 STERLING INK STAND & LETTER OPENER - (2) English Sterling Silver Desk Accessories, including: Victorian double inkwell desk stand by Edward & John Barnard, London 1864, with holders and lids for two ink pots, central box with taper holder lid that reverses to a flame finial lid, curved corner design set on four feet, 4 1/2” high, 11” x 7 1/2”; and Dagger form letter opener, hallmarked for Dublin 1831-32, with mark of retailer William Law, with engraved boar crest, 12 3/4” x 4 3/4”; 34.94 ozt tw. Missing ink 2263 pots, otherwise good condition. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2259 (3 PC) AMERICAN COIN SILVER TEA SET - (3) Piece American Federal Period Coin Silver Tea Service by John Crawford (NY, 1815-37; Philadelphia, 1844-45), footed form with molded grape and floral bands above lobed body, scroll handles, repousse sheaves of wheat decorated lids with grapevine finials, ‘D’ monogram, marked ‘J. Crawford’, including: Teapot, hound form spout, 9 1/2” high, 13” x 5 1/2”, side dent at monogram; Lidded sugar bowl, 9” high, 9 1/4” x 5”, side dent; and Cream jug, 7 1/2” high, 7” x 3 3/4”, two small dents near handle base; 66.98 ozt tw. $3,000 - $4,000
2264 PAIR ENGLISH STERLING SILVER CANDLESTICKS - Pair of English Sterling Candlesticks, hallmarked for London 1927, by silversmith Ellis Jacob Greenberg, tapered square columns with urn form candle holders, removable bobeches, on cut-corner square weighted bases with repousse urn and leaf decoration, 12” high, 4 7/8” sq. One has dents to two base corners. $700 - $900
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2265 (13) SILVER BEAKERS - Collection of (13) Assorted Silver Beakers, including: (5) Footed sterling cups by C.M. 2265 Cohr, Fredericia, Denmark (1893-1937), 2 3/4” high, 2 3/8” diam.; (2) Hand wrought mid-20th c. sterling beakers by Jac Weller, wide is etched ‘#1047’ and ‘6 Dec ‘67’, narrow is marked ‘#969’ and ‘17 May ‘67’, both 3” high; (1) M.H. Wilkens German 800-silver footed cup, 3” high, 2 1/4” diam.; Italian sterling silver barrel form tumbler, marked ‘925’, ‘Gucci’, and ‘Made in Italy’, 3” high, 2 1/8” diam.; Russian Soviet era 875-silver cup with engraved building and Cyrillic inscription, 2 3/4” high, 2” diam., off round; Taxco, Mexico sterling beaker marked ‘MV’, 2 3/4” high, 2” diam.; Irish silver shot beaker, hallmarked for Dublin 1974, maker ‘W’, 1 5/8” high, 1 1/2” diam.; and ‘Rothenburg’ German 800-silver shot size beaker, marked ‘Antiko 800’, 1 5/8” high, 1 1/4” diam.; 43.32 ozt tw. Good condition, except as noted. $700 - $900 2266 (4 PCS) GEORGE III ENGLISH SILVER - Collection of (4) Pieces of George III Era Sterling Silver, including: Caster, hallmarked for London 1794 by Cornelius Bland, 6 1/4” high, 2 1/4” diam., side dents; Caster, hallmarks for London 1798, illegible maker’s mark ‘__ AB’, 5 3/4” high, 2” diam., finial and lid dents; Chamberstick with snuffer on chain, London 1810, makers Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard I, with engraved Matheson clan motto ‘Fac et Spera’ (son of the bear) and crest, 2” high, 4 1/2” x 3 7/8”; and Chamberstick with snuffer and removable bobeche, London 1765, maker’s mark illegible (possibly Philip Goddard), with engraved crown over Prince of Wales feathers and eagle crests, 4 1/4” high, 6 1/4” x 5 1/4”; 17.70 ozt tw. Good condition. $400 - $600
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2267 SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER CANDLESTICK - 18th - Early 19th c. Spanish Colonial Silver Candlestick, probably of South American origin, of heavy gauge silver with knopped baluster stem, bowl form drip pan, and foliate topped ball feet, stamped ‘J.T.’ inside drip pan (could be an owner’s mark, which was common on Spanish colonial silverware; or maker’s initials); 9 ¼” high, 5 5/8” diam., 19.19 ozt. Old solder repair to stem above base, small split at top rim. $800 - $1,200
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2268 (8) SOUTH ASIAN SILVER ANIMAL FORM BOXES - Collection of (8) Silver Betel Nut Boxes in the form of Animals, South Asian origin, possibly Cambodian or Malaysian, most marked T 90%, including: (3) Bird forms, 3” to 4 1/4” high; (1) Goat form, 5” high, 4 3/4” wide; (1) Kylin form, 4” high, 5” wide; Horned kylin, 5 1/4” high, 4 1/4” wide; and (2) Fish, 2” high, 2 7/8” wide; 2268 41.21 ozt tw. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 180
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2269 GEORGE BELLOWS (NY/OH, 1882-1925) - “Jean in a Black Hat, II”, stone lithograph, 1923-24, signed in lithograph at lower left, in graphite lower right: “Geo Bellows”; inscribed in graphite lower left: “Bolton Brown, imp.” (1864-1936), titled in graphite at lower center. Mason 187, Bellows 126. In gilt Arts & Crafts frame, French-lined mat, glazed, OS: 22 1/2” x 18 1/2”, SS: 132 1/2” x 10”. Fine condition, not examined out of frame. $2,000 - $3,000
2271 JAMES ABBOTT MCNEILL WHISTLER (MA/UK/FRANCE, 1834-1903) “Reading by Lamplight”, etching on paper, ca. 1859. (Kennedy, 32ii/ii; MacDonald, 37iii/ iii). Signed lower right within the plate. In gilt molded stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 23” x 20”. Plate size 6 1/4” x 4 11/16”. (15.8 x 11.8 cm). Light spotting. Not examined out of state. $2,000 - $3,000
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2272 JAMES ABBOTT MCNEILL WHISTLER (NY/UK/FRANCE, 1834-1903) - “The Rag Gatherers”, etching on laid paper, signed in plate center right, dated 1858, the butterfly cipher hidden on top of basket lower right, (Kennedy 23V), in gilt stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 20 1/4” x 15 1/4”, impression: 6” x 3 1/2”. Fine condition, spot in lower margin is on back of glass. Not examined out of frame. Label verso from the Vincent Price Collection. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2273 PABLO PICASSO (SPAIN/FRANCE, 1881-1973) & GEORGES AUBERT (FRANCE, 1886-1961) ENGRAVER - “Helene Chez Archimede, Planche XVII”, original woodcut, pencil signed lower right, titled in pencil verso. Hélène chez Archimède. Original woodcut on ‘Grand Vélin’ paper by Georges Aubert from 1951, after a drawing by Pablo Picasso, made in 1925 to illustrate the book of André Suares ‘Hélène chez Archimède. Paris. Nouveau Cercle Parisien du Livre. 1955. Limited edition of 240 copies. Unframed, in a protective acid-free mat. Sheet size: 12 3/4” x 9 3/8”, image size: 10 7/8” x 2273 7 1/8”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2270 GEORGE BELLOWS (NY/OH, 1882-1925) “Massacre at Dinant”, lithograph, 1918, signed lower right, titled and numbered 37 in pencil, unframed, housed in acid-free mat, sheet size: 19 1/2” x 30 3/4”, image size: 18” x 29 3/4”. Lower left margin corner torn and taped, otherwise near fine with light edge bends. Per firstworldwar.com: “Sited 2270 on the Meuse River and some 50km south of the German siege of Namur, the town of Dinant in Belgium fell to the German Third Army (under von Hausen) on 23 August 1914. It was the latest step in the German strategy of overrunning Belgium during the month of August 1914. Although the town fell to von Hausen’s troops on 23 August the occupation was not initially peaceful. German soldiers who were repairing the town bridge were allegedly fired upon by local inhabitants. In retaliation therefore the German authorities rounded up 612 men, women and children and shot them together; the youngest victim was a three-week-old baby.” $2,000 - $3,000
2274 FREDERICK CHILDE HASSAM (NY/MA, 1859-1935) - “Diana’s Pool, Applethorpe”, drypoint etching, signed in plate, lower right: “CH/1916”, in graphite below image: “HD”?; circled 10 in graphite, lower right margin, Cortissoz 1925.98; Cortissoz & Clayton 1989.98; Eliasoph 1933.98, in molded stick frame, matted and glazed, Plate: 10 7/8 x 7 3/8 in. OS: 20 1/4” x 16”. Very light foxing, not examined out of frame. $1,800 - $2,400
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2275 MARIE LAURENCIN (FRANCE/SPAIN, 1883-1956) - Two Ladies with Hand Fan, etching on paper, pencil signed and numbered 52/75 in lower margin, in white painted molded panel frame, matted and glazed, OS: 24 3/4” x 20 3/4”, impression: 10 3/4” x 7 3/4”. Light foxing, not examined out of frame. One of the ten etchings of the book “Fan”, published by the NRF in 1922 and limited to 335 copies. These ten engravings accompanied 10 texts on Marie Laurencin written by her friends and are considered to be selfportraits. $1,000 - $1,500 2275
2276 GEORGES ROUAULT (FRANCE, 1871-1958) - “Le Politicard” (The Politician), aquatint with drypoint, roulette and burnisher, trial proof initialed and dated 1918 lower center in plate, (C&R 11c/d). This is the second state, completed in 1928, on paper watermarked “La Tentation de Saint Antoine” (left over from the livre d’artiste Odilon Redon executed for Vollard). Also appeared in 1932 portfolio “Reincarnations de Pere Ubu”, the final version was published in an edition of 225, pencil signed, in 1935. Rare in the 1928 state. Unframed, tipped to mat by two upper hinges, 17 3/8” x 12 3/4” sheet, 11 3/4” x 7 1/2” impression. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: Purchased from the Switzoff Gallery in Boston, 1952.
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2277 LOUIS LAURENT ICART (FRANCE, 1890-1950) - “Don Juan”, 1928, hand colored etching, pencil signed lower right: ‘Louis Icart’. Numbered lower left 140/500 with embossed printer’s press stamp, in what is probably the original gold frame, French-lined mat, glazed. OS: 29” x 22”, SS: 21” x 14”. Edge toned. $1,000 - $1,500
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2278 MIGUEL COVARRUBIAS (NY/MEXICO, 1904-1957) - “Hombre Y Mujer”, 1956, lithograph, pencil signed, from an edition of 250. In mitered silver/black frame, matted and glazed, OS: 20” x 16 1/2”, SS: 12 3/4” x 10”. Fine condition, not examined out of frame. 2278 $1,200 - $1,800 182
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2279 MARC CHAGALL (FRANCE , 1887-1985) - “Le Tribunal”, also known as “The Courthouse”, an original etching with drypoint, executed between 1923-27, signed in plate. This is an early proof of one of his earliest efforts with printmaking. It was plate LVII for Nicholas Gogol’s book “The Dead Souls”, tipped to mat by two hinges at top. 12” x 15” sheet, 8 3/4” x 11” impression. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: Purchased from F. Roten, Oct 7, 1952.
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2280 ARTHUR WILLIAM HEINTZELMAN (MA/CA/NJ, 1891-1965) - “Portuguese Fisherman’s Daughter”, drypoint etching, 1940, pencil signed lower right margin, marked “Ed. 60” lower left, in gold and white Arts & Crafts frame, matted and glazed, OS: 21” x 17”, image size 11 7/8” x 8 7/8”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2281 FRITZ SCHOLDER (NATIVE AMERICAN, 1937-2005) - “Flower of Giverney #1,” five color etching and aquatint, signed lower right, executed in 1982. Numbered 45/120, comes with COAQ from Intrinsic Values of San Diego, CA. Unframed, 30” x 22” sheet, 21 1/4” x 16” impression. Fine condition. This was part of a series giving homage to Claude Monet’s famous flower garden in Giverny, France. $800 - $1,200
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2282 ANDERS LEONARD ZORN (IL/SWEDEN, 1860-1920) - “The Swan”, etching (III state of III), 1915, on Van Gelder Zonen paper. Pencil signed lower right, signed in plate and dated lower right. Asplund 269. Hjert & Hjert 276. Lidbeck 269. In the original gold frame, matted and glazed, OS: 19 1/2” x 16”, impression: 9 3/4” x 7 5/8”. $1,000 - $1,500
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2283 ANDERS LEONARD ZORN (IL/SWEDEN, 1860-1920) - “The Ford”, etching on paper, (II state of II), on Van Gelder Zonen paper, executed in 1912 in his studio in Stockholm. Pencil signed lower right, signed in plate and dated lower left. Label verso from The Casson Galleries at 573 Boyleston Street, Boston. Asplund 249, Hjert & Hjert 262, ZG 249. In the original gold frame, matted and glazed, OS: 16” x 13”, impression: 7 3/4” x 5 3/8”. 2283 $1,000 - $1,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2284 BRACELET - Handmade 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet open lace design with four interwoven branches set with round brilliant cut diamonds, (182) total diamonds. Scattered across between the “Diamond Branches” are (25) natural multicolor sapphires from purple, blue, yellow, green, red, orange and pink, all round or oval. Approx. total sapphire weight 3.0 ct, approx. total diamond weight 4.0 ct, clarity SI1, color G. Gold weight 30.8 dwt. Replacement cost $13,900, with written appraisal. $5,000 - $7,000
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2285 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow Gold Ring, handmade simple split shank with a four prong basket, center is set with (1) oval shape natural green grossularite garnet, approx. weight 8.24 ct. Size 7 1/2. Gold weight 2 dwt. Replacement cost $24,720, with written appraisal. NOTE: These are very rare and can be very expensive to purchase. $6,000 - $8,000
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2286 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet with (10) diamond cluster links with an “X” link between. Each cluster has (21) round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 0.75 ct per link, (210) diamonds total, approx. diamond weight 7.50 ct total, clarity SI1-I1, color top light brown or champagne color. 7” long, 1/2” wide. Gold weight 23.7 dwt. Replacement cost $10,985, with written appraisal. $4,500 - $5,500
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2287 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Ring, set in center is (1) oval shape natural Australian opal, approx. weight 4.36 ct, by measurement formula. Body color is a semi-gray, semi-translucent with green-blue patches, AA quality. Set on each side as accent stones are (7) round natural emeralds, (14) total. Good medium green color, good clarity, approx. weight 0.75 ct. Size 6 1/2. Gold weight 5.3 dwt. Replacement cost $4,875, with written appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
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2288 BRACELET - Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet set with (6) square princess cut natural rubies and (17) square princess cut diamonds, all stones bezel set. Rubies AA quality, weighing approx. 0.130.15 ct. each, total weight 0.80 ct. (2) square princess cut diamonds weigh approx. 0.11 ct. each and (15) square princess cut diamonds weigh approx. 0.05 ct. each. Total diamond weight approx. 1.0 ct, clarity VS1VS2, color F-G. The bracelet is approx. 11.25mm wide with a unique spring action hinge on one side. Bracelet is copyrighted and stamped TLRG. Gold weight 32.1 dwt. Replacement cost $7,280, with written 2288 appraisal. $3,500 - $4,000 184
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2289 BRACELET - Handmade Platinum 10% Iridium Art Deco Antique Link Bracelet with four hand carved natural green jadeite panels each carved with a phoenix and lotus flower, (6) filigree links each set with (3) round brilliant European cut diamonds, (16) total diamonds weighing 0.05 ct. each, total diamond weight 0.80 ct, clarity VS1-SI1, color F-G, platinum weight 13.0 dwt. NOTE: The jadeite color and translucence is very good. Replacement cost $6,250, with written appraisal. $2,000 - $3,000
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2290 LADY’S RING - 18K White and Yellow Gold Ring center is set with a natural Brazilian tourmaline, blueish-green emerald cut, weight 2.34 ct. Set around in a “Halo” are (21) round brillaint cut diamonds, set down each side of the shank are a center row of (3) baguette diamonds with a row of round brilliant cut diamonds on each side (24) total. Approx. total diamond weight is 0.77 ct, clarity VS1-SI1, color F-G. (51) total diamonds, size 5. Gold weight 5.8 dwt. Replacement cost $4,350, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $1,800 2290
2291 BRACELET - Handmade 14K White Gold Link Bracelet, with (48) alternating links, (24) links are set with (5) baguette diamonds in each, (120) total baguettes, (3) round brilliant cut diamond links are between each of the baguette links, (72) total round brilliant cut diamonds. Total diamond weight approx, 1.50 ct, total baguette weight 2.50 ct., (192) total diamonds, 4.0 total weight, clarity SI1-I2, color G-H. 6 3/4” long, 0.32” wide. Gold weight 17.6 dwt. Replacement cost $7,600, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,500 2291
2292 LADY’S RING - Handmade 18K White Gold Ring contemporary design with dome curved “waves” of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds all set north to south. (7) rows of round brilliant cut diamonds and (6) rows of baguettes, (83) round brilliant cut diamonds and (60) baguettes. Total diamond weight approx. 2.0 ct, (143) total diamonds, clarity VS2-SI2, color F-G. Gold weight 6.2 dwt. Ring size 6 1/2. Replacement cost $7,650, with written appraisal. $3,000 - $4,000
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2293 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet with alternating square open box links and open pear shape links, (6) box links and (5) pear shape links with a bar link between. The six “box” links are set with fancy orange natural sapphires, (144) total sapphires, (99) total diamonds in the pear shape links. Total diamond weight 1.80 ct, clarity VS2-SI1, color F-G. Total sapphire weight approx. 3.00 ct, eye clean-bright, 7” long, 0.42” wide. Gold weight 11.0 2293 dwt. Replacement cost $7,290, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2294 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow and White Gold Ring contemporary design set with a double row “wave” of (13) round brilliant cut diamonds, total diamond weight approx. 0.50 ct, clarity SI1, color G. Size 5 1/2. Gold weight 5.2 dwt. Replacement cost $2,500, with written appraisal. $1,200 - $1,500
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2295 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, set with three oval shape natural rubies, accented with six round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approx. 0.03 ct each, total diamond weight approx. 0.20 ct, clarity VS2, color H-I. (3) rubies are slightly purplish red - pinkish red. Ruby weight approx. 1.0 ct. 7” long. Gold weight 7.5 dwt. Replacement cost $3,000, with written appraisal. $1,000 - $1,500
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2296 LADY’S RING - 18K Yellow Gold Ring contemporary design set with natural rubies and diamonds, (9) square princess cut diamonds invisible set in the center of the ring in a square with (9) natural rubies on each side invisible set in a square. Approx. total diamond weight 0.65 ct., clarity SI1, color G-H. Approx. total ruby weight 2.00 ct, AAA quality. Size 6 1/2. Gold weight 4.1 dwt. Replacement cost $5,000, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,000
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2297 BRACELET - Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet set with round brilliant cut diamonds and natural emeralds in a double row channel, alternating (5) diamonds, (5) emeralds west to east pattern. (45) total diamonds approx. 0.03 ct. each and (45) emeralds approx. 0.02 ct. each. Diamond total weight approx. 1.35 ct, clarity VS2-SI1, color F-G. Emerald total weight approx. 1.0 ct, rich green color. Gold weight 13.3 dwt. Replacement cost $5,600, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,500
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2298 LADY’S RING - Platinum 10% Iridium Edwardian Retro Ring, set in the center is an emerald cut natural Columbian emerald, weighing approximately 1.45 ct. Surrounding are (12) round brilliant cut diamonds approximate total weight 0.36 ct. Set down each side of shoulder are a double row of round brilliant cut diamonds, (16) total. Total diamond weight in mounting 0.51 ct. Clarity VS1-SI1, color F-G, platinum weight 3.9 dwt. Size 5 1/2. With GIA appraisal, replacement cost $5,500. $2,500 - $3,500 2298 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2299 BRACELET - Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet set with (10) round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 0.25 cts each west to east with (2) small diamonds set between each in a south to north pattern each small diamond weighing approx. 0.02 ct, (22) total diamonds. Approx. 0.50 ct total weight, (32) total diamonds, total diamond weight 3.00 ct. Clarity I3-SI1, color G-M. Gold weight 17.8 dwt. Replacement cost $5950.00, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,500
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2300 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Antique Ring, set with (7) round brilliant cut diamonds in a cluster design with cobalt blue enameled border surrounding. Total diamond weight approx. 1.00 ct, clarity SI1, color G. Size 6 1/2. Gold weight 5.1 dwt. Replacement cost $4,000, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $2,000 2300
2301 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Ring made with four separate bands with round brilliant cut diamonds and blue sapphires. One band has (8) round brilliant cut diamonds approx. total weight 0.25 ct, one band has (9) round brilliant cut diamonds approx. total weight 1.0 ct and one band has (8) round brilliant cut diamonds approx. total weight 0.25 ct. One band has (3) natural blue sapphires and (2) round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. total diamond weight 0.20 ct. Total sapphire weight approx. 1.00 ct. (27) diamonds total weight 1.75 ct, clarity VS2-SI2, color G-H. Size 6 1/2. Gold weight 5.6 dwt. Replacement cost $4,000, with written appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
2301
2302 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, (28) alternating loops, each set with (1) round brilliant cut diamond, approx. 0.05 ct each, total diamond weight approx. 1.40 ct, clarity SI1-I1, color G-H, 7” long, 32” wide, gold weight 11.5 dwt. Replacement cost $3,800, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $1,800
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2303 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Ring, contemporary design set with one emerald cut natural sky blue topaz, approx. weight 22.62 ct by measurement formula. Size 7. Gross gold weight 10.5 dwt. Replacement cost $1,500 - $1,800 2303 $2,375, with written appraisal. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2304 LADY’S RING - Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Ring, low dome design, one half is set with natural yellow sapphires and other half is set with natural round brilliant cut champagne diamonds, (70) champagne diamonds and (63) sapphires. Diamond total weight approx. 3.0 ct, clarity SI1-SI2, sapphire total weight approx. 4.0 ct, eye clean. Size 7. Gold weight 7.9 dwt. Replacement cost $6,100, with written appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
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2305 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K White Gold Ring, contemporary design, 1/2” wide band with five rows of round brilliant cut natural tanzanites and four rows of round brilliant cut diamonds set between as accents. There are (55) total tanzanites and (40) total diamonds, clarity VS2-SI1, color G-H. Tanzanites are a medium light blue color, eye clean, AA quality. Total weight of tanzanites approx. 4.0 ct. Total weight of diamonds approx. 0.50 ct. Size 7. Gold weight 4.5 dwt. Replacement cost $4,250, with written appraisal. $1,800 - $2,200
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2306 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet with (25) interlocking links alternating in white and yellow gold. Each link is set with (9) round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 0.01 ct each, (225) total diamonds, approx. 2.25 ct. total weight, clarity SI1-SI2, color G-J, 6 5/8” long, 1/4” wide. Gold weight 14.4 dwt. Replacement cost $6,450, with written appraisal. $2,500 - $3,500
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2307 LADY’S RING - Handmade 14K White Gold Ring, contemporary design with multi-geometric panels set with (160) multicolor round natural diamonds, blue, green, yellow and orange, approx. weight 1.50 ct, clarity SI1-I3. Size 7. Gold weight 4.1 dwt. Replacement cost $4,350, with written appraisal. $1,500 - $1,800
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2308 LADY’S RING - Handmade 18K Yellow and White Gold Ring, contemporary design set with a curved row of (6) round natural emeralds. Total diamond weight approx. 0.50 ct, clarity VS2, color F. Total emerald weight approx. 0.36 ct, AA quality. Size 5 1/4. Gold weight 8.1 dwt. Replacement cost #3,750, 2308 with written appraisal. $1,200 - $1,500 188
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2309 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet with lobster style clasp, bracelet center is 1 3/4” bar with (11) channels with (2) round brilliant cut diamonds in each channel set north and south. Diamonds are graduated sizes from 0.06 ct to 0.02 ct, (22) diamonds total. There are seven “circle” links on each side of the center bar. Total diamond weight approx. 0.75 ct, clarity VS2-SI2, color G-top light brown. 7” long. Gold weight 7.3 dwt. Replacement cost $2,750, with written appraisal. $1,000 - $1,500
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2310 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow Gold Ring contemporary cluster design set with a natural reddish pink tourmaline, trillion cut with a “Halo” of round brilliant cut diamonds, approx. weight of tourmaline 2.75 ct, (16) diamonds approx. 0.03 ct each, approx. weight 0.50 ct, clarity VS2-SI2, color G-H. Size 5 1/2. Gold weight 3.4 dwt. Replacement cost $4,225, with written appraisal. $1,800 - $2,400 2310
2311 BRACELET - 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet set across from west to east are (8) natural blue chalcedony cabochons, AAA quality, set between each stone are (3) round brilliant cut diamonds, (21) total diamonds weighing approx. 0.02 ct each. Total weight approx. 0.45 ct, clarity SI1-SI2, color G-I. Gold weight 12.7 dwt. Like new condition. Replacement cost $2,200, with written appraisal. $1,000 - $1,200
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2312 LADY’S RING - 14K White Gold Ring, contemporary design with three rows of baguette diamonds set west to east with a single row of round brilliant cut diamonds on each edge with a row of baguette diamonds on the outer edges. Top of the ring is approx. 1/2” wide tapering down to the bottom. Total diamond weight 2.00 ct, clarity VS1-VS2, color F-G. Size 7 1/2. Gold weight 8.1 dwt. Replacement cost $5,750, with written appraisal. $2,000 - $2,500
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2313 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet, double “rope” chain set with alternating round brilliant cut diamonds and natural emeralds (23) of each, diamond weight approx. 0.55 ct, clarity SI1-SI2, color F-G, emerald weight approx. 0.40 ct. 7” long x 5mm wide. Gold weight 6.8 dwt. Replacement cost $3,400, with 2313 written appraisal. $1,000 - $1,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2314 LADY’S RING - 14K Yellow and White Gold Ring, contemporary design, (7) rows of alternating white and yellow round brilliant cut diamonds, (88) yellow diamonds and (66) white diamonds. Total diamond weight approx. 1.00 ct, clarity SI1I2. Size 7. Gold weight 5.7 dwt. Replacement cost $4,150, with written appraisal. $1,800 - $2,400
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2315 BRACELET - Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, solid links with a 1 3/4” bar in center with channel set round brilliant cut diamonds, (20) diamonds total weighing approx. 0.03-0.04 ct each, total weight 0.75 ct, clarity VS2-SI1, color F-G, 7” long. Gold weight 12.0 dwt. Replacement cost $2,800, with written appraisal. $1,200 - $1,500 2315
2316 GENT’S POCKET WATCH - Rare Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Open Face Pocket Watch marked Waltham Premier Maximus on dial and case with up and down indicator movement also marked 23 jewels adjusted, serial #17000190, circa 1908-1909. Original leather box with extra crystal and spring, 2” diam. Fine original possibly unused condition, appears to be running. Presentation on inside to “Charles Carleton Jenks from Gertrude Hunton Sweet in grateful acknowledgment of friendly services 1914.” Case #194842, back case cover monogramed C.C.J. Stored in safe deposit box for many years. $3,000 - $5,000
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2317 GENT’S POCKET WATCH - Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Open Face Sidewinder Pocket Watch engine turned Hunter case. Engraved on dial and movement ‘James Kahn Geneva’. Serial # 13952, glass covered movement, 2 1/8” diam. Appears to be in running condition and overall excellent condition. Stored in safe deposit box for many years. $2,000 - $3,000
2318 POCKET WATCH - Jules Jurgensen Copenhagen Chronometer Pocket Watch in a heavy 18K yellow gold engine turned Hunter case. Serial # on case 1064, key wind, key set, heavily jeweled movement. Appears to be complete, will need to be serviced, crown is worn and moderate wear to edges of case lid, 2 1/8” diam. Stored in safe deposit box for many years. $2,000 - $3,000 2318 190
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2319 GENT’S POCKET WATCH - 18K White Gold Open Face Dress Pocket Watch, movement marked Hamilton Masterpiece, adjusted 5 positions, 23 jewels. Serial # 3008089, case #570146, 1 3/4” diam. Watch movement looks complete, may need to be serviced, appears not to be running. Stored in safe deposit box for many years. $1,500 - $2,000
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2320 LADY’S SLIDE CHAIN - 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Slide Chain with a shield shaped slide with floral black enamel and seed pearls. Engraved ‘M. Hunton’, 60” long, 1/4” wide, 46.8 dwt. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2321 (2) TRAVEL CLOCKS - The first an Art Deco Gruen Guild Travel Clock with gold plated exterior case, serial #A1167 Carre, 1 1/8” long,1 1/4” wide. PLUS an Eterna Travel Clock with lizard covered sterling case, serial #3002282, 1 1/2” long, 1 3/8” wide. Both appear to be running, both good condition. Stored in safe deposit box for many years. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From a Maine Estate. 2321
2322 LADY’S NECKLACE - 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Woven Necklace with attached gold cross. Necklace is 14 7/8” long, 1/4” wide, cross is 1 1/4” long, 2” high, 18 dwt. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2323 GENT’S CUFFLINKS - Pair of Circa 1920 Chinese Apple Green Jade Cufflinks in a 24K yellow gold mounted oval head with beaded setting and bamboo style anchor, in leather box. 3/4” long, 1/2” wide. Good condition. 2323 $600 - $800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2324 GENT’S WATCH CHAIN - 14K Yellow Gold Watch Chain, circa 1920, 16 1/2” long, 1/8” wide, 15.5 dwt. Fine condition. $400 - $500
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2325 VINTAGE 1905 GROCERS HEINZ KETCHUP DISPLAY BOTTLE - Oversized Heinz Ketchup Keystone Glass Bottle, octagonal with tapered round top, retaining portions of the original paper label, and the original screw-on metal top with intact paper label. 26 1/2” tall. Restored red paint on the interior. According to the Heinz Company archives, this bottle form was used by the company between 1905-1910. The “KEYSTONE” label celebrated the company’s home in Pittsburgh. $1,500 - $2,000
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2326 CANDY SHOP DISPLAY STAND - Painted Steel Rod Stand holding Fifteen Handblown Clear Glass Jars with rounded bottoms, seated on the diagonal in the pyramidal rack, friction fit cork sealed aluminum caps for each, unmarked, 57” x 22” x 16”, 14” x 5 1/2” jars. Light rust to stand. One jar cracked. $800 - $1,200
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2327 CAST IRON COFFEE GRINDER - Painted Cast Iron Enterprise Coffee Grinder, Enterprise Manufacturing Co., Philadelphia, late 19th c., in red and blue paint, with eagle finial, single drawer, with white glass pulls on drawer and lid, central section embossed ‘Pat Oct. 21 73’ and ‘American’, crank wheels and base embossed ‘’Enterprise Mfg. Co., Philadelphia U.S.A.’, base also marked ‘Patented October 21, 1873’, 25” high, 13 1/2” x 17”. Paint losses. $500 - $700 2327
2328 (2) LARGE BLUE GLASS ‘COCAINE’ APOTHECARY JARS - Two Unmatched Drug Store Jars, both with gilt labels marked ‘Cocaine’, one in aqua with glass lid, 16 3/4” x 7”; the other in cobalt, lacking the lid, 13 1/2” x 9”. Both 2328 are in fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 192
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2329 (3) VINTAGE CAST IRON TOYS - Collection of (3) 1920s-1930s Painted Cast Iron Toys, including: Coast to Coast Bus by Hubley, red painted surface, embossed name to both sides, with driver, 2 3/4” high, 9 3/4” x 2 7/8”; Hubley Steam Shovel, with original Hubley decal, metal wheels, 3” high, 7 3/4” x 3 1/8”, driver a replacement; Blue painted sedan, metal wheels, jump seat, 2 1/2” high, 6” x 2 1/4”. All about 90% paint. $600 - $900
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2330 1931 PIERCE ARROW HOOD ORNAMENT - 1931 Pierce Arrow Radiator Cap Hood Ornament of a Kneeling Archer, in chrome plated steel, roughly 5” x 5 1/2” diam. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2331 (10) CARVED CANES - Collection of (10) Assorted 19th c. Carved Walking Sticks, including: (3) With carved ivory tops, one sailor’s knot and two ball form, metal base tips, 33 1/2” to 34 1/2” long; Folk art cane with snake and leaf form carved shaft, ball top, 36 1/2” long; Carved lady’s leg top cane with sterling collar and metal base tip, 37” long; Carved and painted gent’s head top with textured ebonized shaft and metal tip base, 34 2331 1/4” long; Top with carved bust of a Victorian lady, metal collar and base tip, 35” long; Folksy carved top depicting bearded man in hat, metal tip, 34” long, shrinkage cracks to top; Rabbit head top with glass eyes, silver collar and metal base tip, 26 1/4” long, repair to head; and Folk art painted curved top cane with face carved into top end, metal tip, 33 1/2” long, paint losses. $800 - $1,200
2332 (5) TIFFANY STUDIOS ZODIAC DESK ACCESSORIES - (5) Piece Lot of Tiffany Studios Zodiac Pattern Desk Items, early 20th c., all marked ‘Tiffany Studios, New York’, including: Octagonal ink well, #842, hinged lid with glass insert, 2 1/4” high, 4” sq.; Pen tray, #1000, 10” x 3” x 3/8”, water stains; Thermometer, with hinged stand, #1014, 8” high, 4 1/8” x 3” (standing); Pad cover, with wooden back, #1090, 4 3/4” x 7 3/4” x 3/4”, corner nicks to wooden back; and Paper clip, #1080, 1 1/2” high, 2 1/2” x 3 7/8”. All pieces with surface wear. $1,000 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From the Estate of Brigadier General Donald Armstrong, U.S. Army (1889-1984).
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2333 STORE DISPLAY FIGURE - 1970s Vintage Hand Painted and Articulated Hardboard Figure of a Roaring 90’s Coquette in her unmentionables, sporting an hourglass figure, her red hair pulled up in a 2333 bun. She is mounted to a brown felt covered silhouette. 66” tall. Good condition. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2334 20TH C. INTERIOR TRADE SIGN, WINE IMPORTER - Restaurant Decorative Sign with two panels of painted grapes, inscribed at top “Imporateur des Vins Fins”, and having a Cyrillic Russian inscription at bottom. 35 1/2” x 45 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2335 20TH C. EXTERIOR TRADE SIGN, APOTHECARY - British Shaped Plank Sign in Grey Paint with gilt lettering: “J. Richards, Dispensing Chemist. Best Drugs Only. Lowest Prices for Cash. Dartford.” (England). 48” x 24”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2336 20TH C. INTERIOR TRADE SIGN, FIREFIGHTER’S GEAR - “The Bowery Fire Fighters Supply Co. 154 Delaney St. N.Y.C. Exclusive Suppliers of Manufactures by the American Fire Engine Company, Seneca Falls, N.Y. and Cincinnati, Ohio. Formerly Button Fire Engine Works, Saratoga Co., N.Y.; Silsby, Seneca Falls, N.Y.; Clapp and Jones, Hudson, N.Y.; Ahrens, Cincinnati, Ohio; New York City Supply Warehouse, 45 Nassau St.” Self-framed. 36 1/2” x 33 1/2”, excluding hanging straps. Fine condition. 2336 $2,000 - $3,000
2337 20TH C. EXTERIOR TRADE SIGN, FIREFIGHTER’S GEAR - “The Amoskeag Manufacturing Co. Manchester, N.H.; Manufacturers of Steam Fire Engines, Hose Carriers, Machinery, Tools & Fire Fighting Equipment; Wm. Amory, Treasurer, Boston, Mass.; E.A. Straw, Agent, Manchester, N.N.; Gardner, Brewer & Co., Selling Agents; Federal St., Boston; 63 Leonard St. New York.” Self-framed, with copper flashing on top, 32” x 39 1/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2338 20TH C. INTERIOR TRADE SIGN, ENGLISH PUB - “Bass & Co. Pale Ale, Brewed in Burton-on-Trent, England”, with the red pyramid (the oldest trademark in the world!), self-framed with hipped upper corners, 37 3/4” x 41 1/2”. Fine condi2338 tion. $1,200 - $1,800 194
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2339 20TH C. INTERIOR TRADE SIGN, FLORISTS - Interior Shop Sign “M.K. Lamond, Estd. 1919, Florist”, with a colorful bouquet of flowers, arched top, self-framed, 38 1/2” x 27”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2340 20TH C. EXTERIOR TRADE SIGN, FIREFIGHTER’S GEAR - “The Silsby Manufacturing Co., Seneca Falls, N.Y., U.S.A.; Hose Carriages, Carts, Wheels; Fire Department Supplies Including: Axes, Ladders, Pike Poles, Signal Lamps, Buckets &c.”, on a molded shield shaped panel, 48” x 33”, excluding hanging iron, faux fatiguing. $2,500 - $3,500
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2341 BOSTON AND MAINE RAILROAD BROADSIDE POSTER - 1930s Art Deco Poster “Out Where the Snow Train Stops..”, depicting a woman in a fur trimmed red suit skiing down a slope, “Round Trip Between $2 and $3 a Person, Watch for Announcements Every Friday in Boston Papers”. Printed by De Palma of Boston. In dark blue metal frame, matted and glazed, OS: 49” x 33 1/2”, SS: 43” x 28”. Repaired pinholes in corners and small edge tears, light bends. $800 - $1,200
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2342 FRAMED REPRO FRENCH BROADSIDE ADVERTISEMENT POSTER - “Cremant du Roi; Veuve Amiot, Grands Vins Mousseux” by Leonetto Cappiello, in black beveled frame, under plexiglas with green mat, OS: 69” x 43”, SS: 59 1/2” x 43 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2343 FRAMED REPRO FRENCH ADVERTISEMENT POSTER - “Sauvion’s Brandy”, by J. Stall, chromolitho, with a parrot carrying the bottle away from a tennis racket wielding clown, marked “Imp. Joseph Charles, Paris, 1925”. In black metal box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 2343 29 3/4” x 21 1/2”, SS: 23” x 15”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2344 FRAMED REPRO ITALIAN BROADSIDE ADVERTISEMENT POSTER “Parmigiano-Reggiano, Bertozzi, Parma”, by Mauzan, a large chromolitho broadside with three men nosing in over a wheel of cheese, marked at bottom “Stampado in Italia, 4d Edizione, 1939; Reproduzione Vietata a Sensi di Legge”. In Art Deco style carved frame, under plexi, OS: 60 1/2” x 45”, SS: 55” x 39 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
2345 PAIR OF CAST STONE GARDEN FIGURES - Early 20th c. Continental Castings of Standing Apollo and Aphrodite, derived form the classical, on integral plinths, roughly 52” x 19” x 14”. Weathered, portion of his heel chipped. $1,000 - $1,500 2344
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2346 PAIR OF EARLY STONE GARDEN FIGURES - Pair of 18th c. Italian Limestone Putti, one holding a basket of flowers, the other a bunch of grapes, they are in opposing stances to flank stairs or a path, 29” tall. Nicely weathered. $2,000 - $4,000
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2347 CAST IRON SCULPTURE - Cast Iron Sculpture of Reclining Bull Mastiff in verdigris finish, unsigned, 15” tall, 21 1/2” x 10 1/2”. Some areas of corrosion and loss. $1,000 - $1,500
2348 19TH C. CAST IRON GARDEN FIGURE - Standing figure of a Putti swathed in cloth and blossoms, leaning against a tree trunk, on an integral base, in remnants of white paint, roughly 24” x $600 - $800 2348 11” x 7”. Corroded. 196
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2349 BONTEMS TRIPLE SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON - Bontems Paris Wind-Up Singing Bird Cage, c. 1890s, with three colorful feathered birds, one mounted on perch, two on the cage floor, inside of a rectangular dome top cage with cut corners and ring handle, gilded wooden base with applied floral decoration, marked ‘Made in France’ on base, 22 1/2” high, 15” x 9 1/2”. Missing key (not observed operating), losses to gilt gesso on base, base shrinkage crack, plumage losses to bird on perch. $2,000 - $3,000
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2351 STEREO-GRAPHOSCOPE WITH (132) PHOTOCHROM CARDS & (58) SVC - Circa 1880 French Black Lacquered Stereo Graphoscope with engraved decoration, lenses for boudoir card and stereoview card viewing in your parlor, includes (132) Photochrom cards of Europe (one of the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1889, with the newly built Eiffel Tower) and (58) Stereoview cards from about 1900-1910. The viewer is 5” x 10” x 18” when closed, is in very good condition with shrinkage cracks to eye loupes, the Photochrom cards are quite good, a few edge nicks, only one with a large 2351 chip. $1,000 - $1,500
2352 SWISS CYLINDER MUSIC BOX - 19th c. Swiss Cylinder Marquetry Inlaid Music Box, 8 aires, with three birds and bells in view, case with crossbanding and inlaid running horse on lid, 8” high, 16” x 10 1/4”. Music box works, case inlay losses. surface wear, corner chips and scratches. $1,000 - $2,000
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2353 BANJO BAROMETER - Inlaid Mahogany Barometer with Thermometer, the silvered, engraved dial marked “C. Farelli, Northampton”, circa 1815-1825, the case having blossom and conch shell inlay, pediment 2353 top, 88 1/2” x 10 1/4”. Good condition, some loss to silvering. $600 - $800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2350 SWISS MUSIC BOX - 19th c. Swiss Rosewood Cylinder Music Box, 8 aires, case with crossbanding and inlaid floral decoration to lid, 6 1/2” high, 24 1/4” x 9 1/4”. Working condition, veneer losses and case surface wear. $1,000 - $1,500
2354 BABY GRAND PIANO & CONCERT BENCH - Young Chang of Seoul, South Korea, Y-150 in polished ebony, s/n G-048198, with solid spruce soundboard, Agraffe construction, Young Chang Premiere action and hammers, soft glide fall board, vacuum processed cast plate, beech 17 ply pinblock, German Roeslau wire. 4’-11” x 6’-0”. Fine condition. Includes Mafco Artist’s Adjustable Piano Bench in polished black and button tufted leather, also fine condition. $2,000 - $4,000
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2355 MANTEL CLOCK English Gothic Revival Large Mantel Clock in walnut stained oak with architectural roofline and reticulated spires, quatrefoil column corners, molded and carved base, silver and brass dial with Roman numerals, red cloth side vents having lock and key, back panel with lock. Marked W.H. & Son 8 day brass fusee movement with strike and chimes that have side lever to silence chimes, roughly 28” x 15” x 10”. Not observed running. $2,000 - $3,000 2355
2356 WALNUT LEWIS PATENT CALENDAR SHELF CLOCK BY INGRAHAM - Rare Calendar Clock by Ingraham, Bristol, Connecticut, circa 1880, the red walnut case with carved crest, free-standing columns flanking the 5 1/2” paper on zinc dial with Roman numerals and day-of-the week, the lower section with calendar mechanism, paper B.B. Lewis label on back of 7 1/2” calendar dial, month and day-of-the-month indication, carved spandrels and molded base stamped, by maker inside, eight-day time and strike movement with pendulum, 22” x 12” x 5 1/2”. Good condition, toning of upper dial, includes original pendulum and key, not observed running. $1,500 - $2,000 2356
2357 FRENCH BOULLE BRACKET CLOCK - 19th c. Thuret Paris Ormolu Mounted Brass, Metal and Tortoiseshell Inlaid Bracket Clock, Brass eight-day time and strike spring wound movement (with key and pendulum), movement with mark of Paris retailer and clockmaker ‘HP & Co., 33728’, wood case with stepped top with eight urn form finials, applied scrolled foliate form brass mounts to all four corners, arched glass bezel, chapter ring set with enameled discs containing blue Roman numerals, enameled signature plate below reads ‘Thuret A Paris’, with side glass panels, set on four metal feet, 13” high, 7 3/4” x 4 1/2”. Raised and loose areas to brass overlay, tortoiseshell losses to lower right side, not observed running. $1,000 - $1,500
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2358 ATMOS CLOCK IN BOX - Rare Le Coultre ATMOS “The Perpetual Motion Clock”, s/n 88085, Model 526-5, 15 jewel, circa 1950s, made in Switzerland, in the original green cloth covered box with gilt lettering and ribbon closure. 8 1/2” x 6 1/2” x 4 3/4” clock, 10 1/4” x 8 1/2” x 2358 7” box. Good condition, not observed running. $800 - $1,200 198
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2359 (8) PRESIDENTIAL WHITE HOUSE PORCELAIN FISH PLATES Set of (8) Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Fish Plates by Haviland & Co., Limoges, France, c. 1880, scallop rims with enamel and gold decoration by Theodore R. Davis, upper half of each plate with a different depiction of fish or aquatic animals, each painted area with artist’s ‘D’ monogram, gilded rims and feet, undersides marked with Presidential eagle, Haviland & Co. marks in green and red, black Theo. R. Davis signature, and ‘Design Patented August 10th 1880, No. 11935’, 8 1/4” diam. Gilding and enamel losses, three plates have rim flakes professionally restored. $3,000 - $5,000
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2360 IMPORTANT MINTON MAJOLICA GARDEN SEAT - Glazed Pottery Garden Seat with Chinese Dragon design, in traditional Sancai glaze colors of green, brown and ochre, having the impressed Minton’s mark and pattern no 786 on underside, circa 1880, 18” x 16” x 14”. Some old professional repairs. $2,000 - $4,000 2360
2361 HEREND PORCELAIN TUREEN - Hungarian Porcelain Oval Lidded Tureen by Herend in the Yellow Dynasty Pattern (SJ), yellow striped exterior with bird finial and floral and foliate decoration, applied roses at ends of handles, painter number ‘165’, 9 3/4” high, 10 3/4” x 8”. Chip to tip of bird’s beak, otherwise good condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2362 FRAMED WAGNER PORTRAIT PLATE - Finely Painted Continental Porcelain Cabinet Plate, probably Royal Vienna or KPM, signed lower right Wagner, late 19th - early 20th c., depicting a lovely 18th c. lady in large hat with bow, set inside a custom shadowbox gilt wooden frame, plate: 9 1/4” diam., OS: 17 1/4” x 17 1/4” x 2”. Good condition, plate not examined outside of frame. $500 - $700
2362
2363 DAVENPORT PLATTER AND DRAINER - Large Early 19th c. Platter and Matching Drainer by Davenport (Longport, Staffordshire, England), in polychrome garden design pattern #15, both pieces with black ‘Davenport Stone China’ anchor mark, platter also has red painted ‘15’ mark, platter: 18 1/2” x 14”, drainer: 14” x 9 3/4”. 1” long hairline to underside edge of drainer, restoration to base 2363 of platter. $800 - $1,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2364 STAFFORDSHIRE BLUE & WHITE PLATTER - Large English Staffordshire Blue & White “Well and Tree” Form Oval Platter, second quarter of 19th c., Gothic style building in landscape with figures decoration to central panel, scenic and floral rim, unmarked, 20 3/4” x 16 1/4”. Small chip to foot, rim and foot glaze restoration. $400 - $600:
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2365 IMPORTANT VICTORIAN HALL MIRROR WITH MARBLE TOP CONSOLE TABLE - Ornate Carved Gilt Wood, Silver Leaf and Polychromed Louis XVI Style Mirror and Marble Top Console Table, the mirror having full-round figures of seated putti flanking a large floral urn, with two smaller matching urns in the upper corners, reticulated floral swags, the bound fasces frame supporting painted draperies, tassels, clusters of musical instruments, resting on scroll and leaf lower corners, 74” x 49” x 5”; PLUS the Console in ornate giltwork, with molded oxblood marble conforming top, having carved floral swagged apron, fluted legs, shaped stretcher with large urn form finial, 33” x 53” x 20 1/2”, 107” (8’11”) tall overall. Very good condition. $5,000 - $10,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2366 A SUBSTANTIAL PAIR OF 19TH C. FRENCH GILT ANDIRONS - Tall Neo-Classical Roman Revival Bronze Parcel Gilt Andirons. In the form of a tapered Corinthian column on pilaster featuring a pair of mourning swans with an applied laurel wreath above, resting on lion paw feet, the log stop is a matching small column, 36” x 11 1/2” x 30”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2367 PAIR BRONZE & CRYSTAL CANDELABRA AS LAMPS - Pair of French 19th c. Fire Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Four Arm Candelabra, wired as table lamps, adjustable height tops, double socket light fixtures with base switches and chain pulls, brass finials, new cloth cords, no shades, comes with (7) original candlesocket bobeches, 38” high, 12 3/4” diam. Minor gilding loss to base, otherwise good condition. $2,500 - $3,500 2367
2368 PAUL DUBOIS (FRANCE, 1829-1905) - “Saint Jean-Baptiste enfant”, Rome 1861, cast and patinated bronze on integral plinth, signed on side with date and location, marked on top of the plinth at back 2368 “F. Barbedienne, Fondeur”, roughly 37 1/2” x 13” x 15”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $7,000 200
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2369 ANGLO-INDIAN CAMPAIGN SOFA - Second quarter 19th c., British Naval officer’s sofa in exotic hardwood, made for the Anglo-Indian campaign, fine carved central crest, arms and seat with custom made seat cushion and arm bolsters, caned back, seat and arms. 87” long, 39 1/2” x 23” . One hole in caning on arm. $1,200 - $1,800
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2370 KERMAN STYLE WORKSHOP RUG - 4’-7”x 7 1/2’ - Late 20th c., an elongated midnight blue and ivory center medallion set on a a red field decorated with flowering vines and vases, ‘paneled’ midnight blue and ivory rosette border, workshop signature at one end. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2371 PAIR OF FRAMED COLD PAINTED SPELTER PLAQUES Arab Horsemen after Dudley Hardy (UK, 1865-1922), in mitered stained pine frames with Arabian themed brass plated corner mounts, 24 3/4” x 19”. Good condition, scuffs to frames, some pigment loss, scarce in a pair. $1,000 - $1,500
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2372 CHARLES ROBERT KNIGHT (NY, 1874-1953) - Art Nouveau Cane/Umbrella Stand in cast and patinated bronze, featuring a winged seated Gryphon at top, signed on base “C.R. Knight”, 30” x 12 1/2” x 8”. Very good condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2373 HERIZ CARPET - 8 1/2’ x 11’-10” - Northwest Persia, second quarter 20th c., large square gabled medallion with palmette pendants in midnight blue, gold, ivory and sky blue on the red field, ivory spandrels, midnight blue $1,200 - $1,800 2373 ‘turtle’ border. Areas of wear, end and selvage loss. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2374 BRONZE RELIGIOUS PLAQUE - Cast and Patinated Bronze Pediment from the Aron Kodesh (Torah Ark) of Beth Abraham Synagogue, Auburn, Maine, 1934, featuring the Ten Commandments, flanked by rampant lions, with text block below, all in Hebrew, 19” x 32” x 1 1/4”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2375 KASHAN STYLE CARPET - 8’-1” x 9’-10” - India, late 20th c., a midnight blue lobed circular medallion on the soft rose field decorated with flowering vines in ivory, sky blue, camel, sage and midnight blue, midnight blue spandrels and pendants, midnight blue vines and palmette border. Good condition, 3” area of moth damage at one end. $1,500 - $2,000 2375
2376 19TH C. CENTER TABLE - Mid-Victorian Round Pedestal Table with egg and dart edge, scalloped and carved skirt, resting on a substantial ring turned column, having three ornate carved scrollwork brackets tied to a shaped platform base with bold lion paw feet. 29 1/2” x 42” diam. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,800
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2377 THOMAS FRANCOIS CARTIER (FRANCE, 1879-1943) - Pointer Dog Tracking Game, patinated bronze sculpture, depicting an alert gun dog, on a landscape textured bronze base, signed ‘T. Cartier’ behind right leg, 12 1/2” high, 18 3/4” x 6 1/4”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2378 TABRIZ CARPET - 9’-9” x 13’-2” - Northwest Persia, mid-20th c., large midnight blue rosette medallion surrounded by blossoming vines, serrated leaves and palmettes in turquoise, Persian blue, ivory, tan, rose and blue-green on the red field, midnight blue vine and palmette border, 2378 signature on one end. Good condition. $1,500 - $2,000 202
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2379 MONUMENTAL VICTORIAN GILT WOOD OVERMANTEL MIRROR 19th c. Louis XVI Style Overmantel Mirror, having reticulated gesso appliques, crested top, triple-arched frame, replaced greyish mirror, wall-mount tabs, 72” x 74”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,500
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2380 JOSEPH MOZIER (NY/VT/ITALY, 1812-1870) - White Marble Bust Portrait of an Adolescent Girl, signed verso, marked Florence and dated 1846. Roughly 15 1/2” x 12” x 7”. Small abrasion on hair.
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Mozier was a very successful merchant in NYC, left in 1845 (aged 33) to study in Italy, so this is evidence that he was quite accomplished just a year later! He died suddenly after escorting some of his work to display in the US. $3,000 - $5,000
2381 C. VIVIANI (ITALY, LATE 19TH C.) STATUE AND PEDESTAL - Fisherman’s Wife with Creel Basket at Water’s Edge, white marble, signed verso, on integral molded plinth, roughly 19” tall x 8” diam. Very good condition. Along with what is probably the original 40” pedestal, having a 9” top, 11 1/2” foot. Chips and cracks to pedestal only. $1,000 - $1,500
2382 PIETRO BAZZANTI (ITALY, 18251891) - Bashful Standing Nude Woman, white marble, signed on reverse “P. Bazzani, Firenze”, and also “C. Viviani” (probably a studio apprentice), on an integral base, 24 1/2” tall, 7 1/2” x 9 1/2” at base. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 2381
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2383 ROMANTIC PERIOD MARBLE SCULPTURE - The First Kiss, a Carrara marble bust portrait of a young boy kissing the cheek of a bashful little girl, garlanded in flowers, unsigned, circa 1890, mounted on a stepped conforming variegated grey marble plinth, roughly 20” x 13” x 8”. Old repairs, vis2383 ible cracks. $1,000 - $1,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2384 19TH C. MARBLE BUST - Art Nouveau Bust of a Beautiful Woman in gown with floral decolletage, shoulder sash, her hair up in Classical style with thin headband, unsigned, on a later white marble plate mount, 17” x 13” x 10 1/2”. Good condition, appears to be intentional fatiguing to the bottom edge. $1,000 - $1,500
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2385 19TH C. ITALIAN COMMODE Three Drawer Commode with molded top, all surfaces having geometric fruitwood veneer with boxwood banding, brass lock escutcheons, with key on tassel, raised on square tapered legs having cuffed foot, 32 1/2” x 22 1/2” x 16 1/2”. Good condition. $700 - $900
2385
2386 ALBERT ERNEST CARRIER-BELLEUSE (FRANCE, 1824-1887) - Bust of a Young Woman, bisque porcelain sculpture, signed on back shoulder ‘A. Carrier Belleuse’, mounted on gilt rimmed blue porcelain round socle base, 26 1/2” high, 14” x 8”. Small old chip to left back side of drape, otherwise good condition. With 1982 purchase receipt from French Tradition, Inc., Dania, FL. $1,500 - $2,500 2386
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2387 19TH C. CREDENZA WITH BRASS GALLERY - English Regency Rosewood Server with setback stack of two shelves, having a brass reticulated gallery, supported by brass columns and end lattice; molded edge top, two doors below with lock and key, open panels with brass mesh backed by ruched fabric, concealing a three shelf interior, set on a simple footboard base. 36 1/2” to working surface, 55” x 54” x 15” overall. Very good condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2388 BRONZE GARDEN STATUE - 19th c Classical Revival Standing Figure of Bacchus, depicted hoisting a chalice while kicking up one leg, in natural verdigris patina, 22 1/2” tall. 2388 Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 204
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2389 BRONZE SCULPTURE INITIALED “HS” - “Leda and the Swan”, cast and patinated bronze, lost wax method, initialed “HS” on the integral base, early Modernist, circa 1935, mounted on a black wooden base, 15” tall overall. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2390 BRONZE SCULPTURE OF CLASSICAL SCHOLAR - Circa 1870 Bronze Sculpture Depicting a Classical Scholar, with laurel wreath crown and holding pen and paper, standing beside a small statue of Goddess Athena on pedestal, mounted on oval wooden plinth, felted base, 14 1/2” high, 11” x 6 1/4”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2389
2390
2391 KAZAK STYLE CARPET - 7’-2” x 11’ - Made in Northwest Pakistan, late 20th c., a large square gabled medallion and anchor pendants in abrashed royal blue, gold, cream and tomato red on the cream field, cream vine and palmette border. Even wear fading. $1,000 - $1,500 2391
2392 DIMINUTIVE FRENCH DESK - Lady’s Bureau Plat, late 19th c., in Louis XV Style, all sides finished, having a crimson tooled leather top, bronze molded and shaped edge with ormolu mounts on legs and drawer on one long side, finished in diagonal fruitwood veneer, raised on slender mounted cabriole legs. 30” x 39” x 23”. Cracking and shrinkage to top. $800 - $1,200
2392
2393 KAZAK RUG - 5’-3” x 7’-10” - Southwest Caucasus, early 20th c., three large stepped polygons flanked by vases, birds, chevrons and rosettes in royal blue on the red field, red ‘crab’ border. Two large patched areas, other repairs, $1,200 - $1,500 2393 new selvages added. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2394 DECORATOR’S CHINOISERIE TRAY ON STAND - 20th c. Papier Mache Tray with gold and red on black decoration of a waterfront with buildings and figures, a burning ship, on a custom made conforming mahogany stand, 28” x 37” x 26”. Fine condition. $700 - $900
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2395 KERMAN CARPET - 9’-4” x 12’-10” - Southeast Persia, mid 20th c., a notched rosette floral medallion in sky and midnight blue, red, and ivory on an open red field, surrounded by blossoming flowers, midnight blue and sky blue floral border. Even wear. $1,200 - $1,800 2395
2396 TABRIZ RUG - 3’-7” x 5’-11” - West Persia, mid-20th c., signature rug, large circular medallion surrounded by floral motifs and palmettes in midnight blue, turquoise, taupe, red and gold on the ivory field, tan vine and palmette border. Good condition. $1,200 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2396
2397 PAIR CANDLE SCONCES Pair of Adam Style Gilded Wood TwoArm Mirrored Candle Sconces, 20th c., wall mount design with bow form crown, oval mirror and floral form and pedestal frame, with gilded metal flower form double sockets, 37 1/2” high, 11” x 6 3/4”. One has a repaired break below mirror. $1,000 - $1,500
2397
2398 KASHAN RUG - 4’-2” X 6’-10” - West Central Persia, mid-20th c., overall pattern of flowering vines, palmettes and serrated leaves in royal and Persian blue, red, gold, bluegreen and aubergine on the tan field, red vine and palmette border. Good condition, fringe added. $1,200 - $1,800 2398 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2399 PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRENCH ARMCHAIRS - Louis XV Bergeres, the fruitwood carved frames in buff paint, pegged mortise and tenon construction, brass tacked gold floral brocade upholstery, having loose down seat cushions, self-corded. Late 18th to early 19th c., 18” seat, 24” arms, 36” back, 27” x 31”. Expected wear to paint and upholstery. $1,200 - $1,800
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2400 MERCEDES BENZ 500SL AUTOMOBILE - 1993 Mercedes Benz 500SL Convertible, hard top, in spruce green metallic with tan top, VIN# WDBFA67EXPF080196, 98775 mileage, V8-5.0L engine, automatic transmission, ABS brakes, power steering, air conditioning, power windows and door locks, cruise control, dual power seats, dual air bags, alloy wheels, Rockford Fosgate sound system, AM/FM CD, with all manuals and service history information. Scratch to right side rear wheel well. $6,000 - $8,000
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2401 TABRIZ GARDEN RUG - 4 1/2’ x 7’ - Northwest Persia, second quarter 20th c., concentric lobed oval medallions in midnight and sky blue on the ivory field decorated with blossoming vines, palmettes and birds, in red, sky blue, camel, gold and red, midnight blue ‘paneled’ and fretwork border. Stains, moth damage, new fringe added. $1,200 - $1,500
2401
2402 PAIR OF ARTS & CRAFTS IRON FIGURAL ANDIRONS - Pair of American Hand Forged Andirons, circa 1905, having expressive face form tops with detailed eyelids, eyes and smiling mouth. 25” x 24”. Light corrosion. $500 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the home of Thomas Mott Shaw, Lincoln, Mass.
2402
2403 KASHAN CARPET - 8’-2” x 9’-11” - Iran, mid-20th c., overall design with palmettes, flowering vines and serrated leaves in gold, peach, red, bluegreen, lavender and midnight blue on the ivory field, terra cotta vine and $1,200 - $1,500 2403 palmette border. Good pile, stains, machine bound ends. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2404 CONTINENTAL ART GLASS INKWELL - Early 20th c. Art Glass Inkwell, with copper inlaid bronze lid, glass possibly by Loetz or Kralik, Austrianmade lid engraved with berry and branch decoration, lid bearing German Empire patent marks, with original white glazed ceramic insert, 2 1/2” high, 4 1/2” sq. Base scratches, stains to underside of lid, otherwise good condition. $500 - $700
2404
2405 KASHAN STYLE RUG - 4’-7” x 7’ - Pakistan, late 20th c., with workshop signature at bottom, small midnight blue rosette medallion surrounded by flowering vines in ivory, Persian blue, maroon and beige on the soft rose field, midnight blue vine and palmette border. Good pile, minor fading. $1,200 - $1,500
2405
2406 CRYSTAL CHANDELIER - 20th c. French Style Crystal Chandelier, eight-arm, wired for electricity, with faux candles, brass armature, chain and ceiling mount, 21” x 28” diam., excluding chain and mount. $600 - $800 2406
2407 KASHAN RUG - 4’-5” x 7’-2” - West Central Persia, mid-20th c., a midnight blue stepped diamond medallion with matching spandrels on an ivory field, filled with flowering vines and palmettes, in midnight blue, sky blue, red, gold, camel and aubergine, red vine and palmette border. Good condition, even wear. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2407
2408 BRITISH MINIATURE PORTRAIT - 19th c. Three-Quarter Length Portrait of a striking red-haired woman in 17th c. costume, watercolor and gouache on card, possibly meant to be Nell Gwynn, the infamous mistress of King Charles II of England. In a gilt brass frame with riband top, marquetry oval spandrel with gilt liner, domed glass. The painting is initialed “AK” lower right. OS: 9” x 6 3/4”, SS: 5” x 3 5/8”. Retouched lower right. $1,000 - $1,800 2408
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2409 MARIANNA BARICALLA-CIARELLA (19TH C. ITALIAN) - Miniature Allegory of an Eagle holding a Young Man Aloft, oil on ivory, signed lower left and dated 1842, in a thin brass frame with domed glass, kid leather backing, 5 3/8” x 4 1/4”. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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2410 IMPORTANT 19TH C. FRAMED ITALIAN MICRO-MOSAIC PANEL Oval View of St. Peter’s Basilica and Square, Rome, circa 1870, set into slate with a lapis lazuli banded border, housed in what is probably the original gold gesso frame, OS: 14 1/2” x 16 1/2”, SS: 8” x 10 1/4”, the oval is 5 1/2” x 9 1/2”. Fine cracks in the sky. $4,000 - $5,000
2411 BRONZE SCULPTURE - Life-Sized Kneeling Female Nude in Sun Hat, with truncated arms, unsigned, on integral bronze plinth, in chocolate brown patina, 37” x 18” x 22”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2412 LASZLO MOHOLY-NAGY (IL, 1895-1946) Untitled Constructivist Abstract, gouache and graphite on paper, signed lower right and numbered “31.” lower left. 9” x 11 1/2” sheet. Chip to lower edge well away from image and signature. Housed in protective acid-free mat. $15,000 - $20,000
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2413 EWALD WILHELM HUBERT MATARE (GERMANY, 18871965) - “Grasende Kuh I (Grazing Cow I)”, cast and patinated bronze, stamped on the baseplate, 6 1/2” x 12 1/2” x 5 3/4” overall, 10” long figure, fine condition. $30,000 - $40,000 2413
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2414 ARTHUR GARFIELD DOVE (NY, 1880-1946) - “Trees II”, watercolor on paper, signed at bottom edge. Labels verso from The Downtown Gallery at 32 E. 51st St., New York & Alfred Stieglitz, 509 Madison Avenue, New York City, giving title, date of 1934 and no. 34/49. Housed in museum framing with UV plexiglas, silver leaf mitered edge box frame, floated within mat. OS: 13 1/2” x 10 3/4”, sheet size: 6 3/4” x 4 3/4”. Fine condition. $10,000 - $12,000
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2415 PAIR OF BARCELONA CHAIRS IN BLACK LEATHER - Quality Late 20th c. Replicas of the Knoll Company 1929 “Barcelona” Chair, as designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969) and Lilly Reich (1885-1947) for the German Pavillion at the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, in chrome and leather. Unmarked. 18” seat, 29” back, 31” x 30”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
2415
2416 EAMES STYLE DESK CHAIR - Quality 20th c. Replica of the Eames Swivel Office Chair, unmarked, as designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, on a five-legged castered base, in black leather. The Eames Aluminum Group, introduced in 1958, was named for the aluminum side ribs, which hold the one-piece seat-back suspension taut. 19” seat, 25 1/2” arms, 32” back, 23” x 23”. Wear to chrome on arms. $700 - $900 2416
2417 REPLICA CORBUSIER MODERNIST SOFA - Model LC3 Grande Le Corbusier Sofa, a high quality reproduction of the original designed for Salon d’Automne in 1928, featuring an external frame made of highly polished #304 stainless steel, cushions of multi-density foam for firm support and comfort, selected black leather, double-stitched and self-corded, no label. 17” seat, 27” arms and back, 82 1/2” x 27 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2418 GERALD COARDING (NY/IL/IN/NJ, 1911-1986) - “Lion on Yellow Background”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated ‘71, label remnant verso from East Hampton Gallery, W. 56th St., New York. In mahogany slat frame with gold edge, black shadowline, OS: 31 1/2” x 39 1/2”, SS: 30” x 38”. $3,000 - $5,000 2418 Small puncture and indentation upper center. 210
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2419 PAIR OF MODERNIST UPHOLSTERED SWIVEL ARMCHAIRS Mid-Century Danish Modern Overman Chrome Swivel Pod Chair, in the original tweed fabric, having loose seat cushions, on a four leg chrome base, unmarked, 17” seat, 24” arms, 29” back, 26” x 26”. Some soiling to the upholstery. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2420 THOMAS BEZANSON (CANADA/VT, 1929-2007) ART POTTERY VASE - Tapered Tall Shouldered Vase by Brother Thomas Bezanson, with oxblood glaze and white rim edge, flat flared top rim, signed on base ‘Benedictine Monks, Weston, Vermont, with incised cross mark, stamped ‘190.2’ and marked ‘30/15/13’, 7 ¾” high, 4 ½” diam. Good condition, no chips, cracks or damage. $1,000 - $1,500
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2421 ALEX KATZ (NY/ME, 1927 - ) - “Bright Light” from the “Northern Landscape” triptych, serigraph on Japan paper, signed lower left and numbered 26/60, unframed, loose, 40” x $4,000 - $6,000 2421 60”. One small hole, multiple light bends.
2422 CUSTOM COFFEE TABLE BY LYNN KREUZER - Live Edge Mesquite Slab Coffee Table with black resin or resin gravel fill, on bent iron rod legs, signed in the underside and dated 2013. 16 1/2” x 72” x 22 1/2”, 2 1/4” thick single piece slab. Fine condition. Kreuzer lives and works in The Springs at Santa Rita, Green Valley, Arizona. $800 - $1,000
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2423 DANISH MODERN DINING TABLE BY BROUER MOBELFABRIK - Dining Table in Brazilian Rosewood, with the official Danish Furniture Maker’s Seal, 28” tall, 35 1/2” x 68”, has (2) 14” leaves. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2424 DANISH MODERN CUPBOARD BY BROUER MOBELFABRIK - Cupboard in Brazilian Rosewood, stamped by the company, lower cabinet with two drawers above two sliding cabinet doors, green felt lined tray in one drawer, the upper cabinet has two sliding glass doors over two shelves, an open compartment below, 28” to working surface, 73 1/2” tall overall, 53” wide, 19 3/4” deep, 10” deep upper cabinet. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2425 DANISH MODERN CREDENZA BY BROUER MOBELFABRIK - Credenza in Brazilian Rosewood, stamped by the company, with two drawers above two sliding cabinet doors, green felt lined tray in one drawer, 28” tall, 39 wide, 19 3/4” deep. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500 2425
2426 HOWARD ELIOT HODGKIN (NY/UK, 1932-2017) - “Here we are in Croydon”, 1979, hand colored lithograph, printed in black, with brown watercolor background and red gouache triangle beneath the watercolor wash and red border, on Moulin d’Auvergne handmade paper. Signed Hodgkin in blue crayon bottom center and numbered 75/100, from the limited edition of 100 plus 20 artist’s proofs. Proofed and printed by John Hutcheson and Jim Welty at the Petersburg Studios, New York and published by St Petersburg Press. Referenced in Heenk, 49. The title is a dry British wit with reference to a trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma. In an aluminum box frame, floated over tan mat board, under plexi, OS: 31 1/4” x 38 1/4”, sheet size: 21 1/2” x 29”. Fine condition. $5,000 - $6,000 2426
2427 PILLIN MODERNIST CERAMIC VASE Mid-century Tall Tapered Vase with flared rim, by Polia and William Pillin, decorated with two standing figures of women, one holding a blossom, the other holding a bird, a prancing giraffe between them, against a field of banded aqua, plum and pink, signed on the underside. 19 1/2” tall, 6” diam. at base. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2428 PAIR OF NOGUCHI AKARI FLOOR LAMPS (NO SHADES) - Early Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) ‘Akari’ Floor Lamps, original period circa 1950, with Bamboo Stem and Cast Iron Base, manufactured in Japan. Replaced single socket with a typical harp for shade. 52 1/2” & 54” stems, 5 2428 1/2” diam bases. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 212
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2429 DANISH MODERN HUTCH TOP CREDENZA BY GANGSO MOBLER WITH OX ART TILES BY POULSEN - Dated 1979 Teak Two-Part Credenza by Gangso Mobler in Faarvang, Denmark, incorporating stoneware art tiles designed by Poul H. Poulsen (1947-1999) for Ox Art, the setback upper cabinet on slab stanchions having smoked glass sliding doors over two shelves, the lower cabinet on inset slab shoe-foot legs, with four central drawers flanked by two-door cabinets over two shelves, the tile panel doors having two signed tiles “OX ART 79”. 30” to working surface, 53” tall overall, 84 1/2” wide, 18” deep lower cabinet, 12 3/4” upper cabinet. Very good condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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2430 LARGE CONTEMPORARY COFFEE TABLE - Walnut Coffee Table with faux leather top, turrets above the six legs, with book binding frieze containing four concealed drawers, having brass fleurette ring pulls, tapered fluted legs, lower shelf with burlwood veneer, JDM Furniture of Miami Florida inspection label on underside, 21 1/2” x 34” x 58”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 2430
2431 LEON POLK SMITH (NY, 1906-1996) - Colorforms, serigraph, circa 1975, signed lower right, numbered 56/150 lower left, unframed, loose. 33” x 23 1/2”. One small rubbed area. $4,000 - $5,500
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2432 (4 PC SET) HEYWOOD WAKEFIELD BEDROOM SUITE - Sculptura’ Line in ‘champagne’ finished birch, all 2432 stamped with patent no. 2,126,916 and stamped with manufacture date of Dec 18, 1954, including: M774 Low Dresser with Mirror, 31” x 56” x 19 1/4” with 36” x 51 1/2” mirror; PLUS M772 Tall Dresser, 39” x 38” x 19 1/4”; PLUS M778 Bedside Stand, 23 1/2” x 20” x 16 1/4”; PLUS M720 Headboard, 37 1/4” x 55 3/4” x 10 1/4”. Good condition. $1,000 - $2,000
2433 (16 PC) EDOUARD SANDOZ HAVILAND TETE-A-TETE FIGURAL BIRD SET - French Mid-20th c. Theodore Haviland Limoges Bird Form Demitasse Set, after a design by Edouard Sandoz, serving pieces with Theodore Haviland Limoges and stamped Sandoz marks, other pieces with Haviland marks only, including: Lidded pot, 9 3/4” high, 6 1/2” x 4”; Lidded cream jug, 4” high, 4 1/4” x 2 1/2”; Lidded sugar bowl, 2 1/2” high, 5 1/2” x 2 1/2”; (6) Cups, 2 1/4” high, 3 1/4” x 2 1/2”, one with base edge chip; (6) Saucers, 4 5/8” diam., one with hairline crack; and Rectangular tray, 10” x 15 3/8”. Good condi2433 tion, except as noted. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2434 (SET OF 8) DESIGNER DINING CHAIRS WITH (7) CUSTOM SLIPCOVERS - Mahogany Oval Back Dining Chairs made by Randolph & Hein of Los Angeles, purchased from Sloan Miyasato of San Francisco, the fitted slipcovers by Shyam Ahuja of New York. No two chairs are in the same upholstery fabric, some are leather. 18” seat, 39” back, 21” x 26”. Some wear. $1,000 - $2,000
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2435 TOM PAIEMENT (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Hemisphere (diptych)”, oil on engraved panels, signed verso and with Greenhut Galleries of Portland, ME tags, original price of $5,600. Self-framed. 31” x 24” overall, 2 1/4” deep. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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2436 ART GLASS VASE BY SOLIN - “Masala Vessel” by Randi Solin of Brattleboro, Vermont, in handblown amber and rust colored heavy case glass, having polychrome, sparkled and silver leaf figures in suspension, in a rectangular form with diagonal cut opening, signed “Solin - 3” on lower edge, 17” x 8” x 4”. Fine condition. $600 - $800 2436
2437 ROBERT INDIANA (NY/ME, 1928-2018) - “Heptagon 7”, serigraph on paper, pencil signed, titled and dated ‘75, edition no. IX/XXV, with presentation “For Stan for Xmas 2003”. In beveled gallery frame, matted and glazed, OS: 43 3/4” x 39 3/4”, image size: 23 3/4” x 21 3/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2438 LAURIE ZAGON (CONTEMPORARY CALIFORNIA) - “Ultraviolet Blue Sea”, monumental acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, unframed, 68 1/4” x 66 1/4”. Rippled 2438 at bottom. $2,000 - $4,000 214
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2439 MICHAEL GOLDBERG (NY, 1924-2007) - Untitled, mixed media and cut full sheet of Arches paper, signed and dated ‘75 bottom center, in white enameled ribbed frame, floated within mat, OS: 37” x 30”, sheet size: 29 1/2” x 22 1/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $4,000
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2440 EDUARDO GARCIA BENITO (NY/FRANCE, 1891-1981) Three original Art Deco Bust Portraits executed 1920-1925, two ‘en 2440 pochoir’ (a refined stencil based printing technique that also incorporates hand coloring), one in silver, one in gold, both signed in image; PLUS the third a thin carved lacquer panel executed by Frank Miller, titled “Madonna of the Vineyards”, from a Benito drawing, all three are inscribed by Miller to Theresa, who may be the model. Unframed, housed in 18” x 14” mats, 10” x 8”; 8 1/2” square & 11 1/4” x 9 1/4”. Bends to works on paper, edge flakes to panel. Benito worked in New York and Paris, created over 100 covers for Vogue and Vanity Fair. His closest friend in Paris was Amedeo Modigliani, who owned and admired Benito’s work. $1,800 - $2,400
2441 SILVIA DE TORO (20TH C. ARGENTINA) - Three Figures, One Lying Prone, impasto oil on coarse burlap, in gold slat frame with shadowline, OS: 46 1/4” x 28 1/4”, SS: 45” x 27”. Minor flaking at bottom. Includes pamphlet from 1966 exhibition at the Inter-American Development Bank in Washington, DC. $800 - $1,200
2442 JACK MCKINNEY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE/ NY) - (3) Abstracts, oil on canvas, all signed verso, in black box frame with shadowline, OS: 26 1/4” square, SS: 24 1/4” square; PLUS (2) in box frames, one black, one white, OS: 15 1/2” square, SS: 14” square. All in fine condition. $700 - $900
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2443 YAACOV (GIPSTEIN) AGAM (NY/ISRAEL/FRANCE, 1928 - ) - “Sea Rhythm”, serigraph on acetate with “polymorph” eye-dazzler plastic overlay, signed and numbered 47/99 in lower margin, titled verso, housed in a custom black Lexan box with clear face, 17” x 21 1/2” x 2 1/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2443
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2444 OSSIP ZADKINE (NY/RUSSIA/FRANCE, 1890-1967) - Abstract Bust of a Woman, gouache on paper, signed lower right, in black box frame, floated on board under glass, OS: 13 1/2” x 13 1/2”, SS: 11” x 11”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2445 LARRY ZOX (NY, 1937-2006) - Three Untitled Abstracts, serigraphs on paper, signed with limitations of 29/160; 128/185; 160/185. Unframed, shrinkwrapped over foam core, 42 1/2” x 30”. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,800
2446 JOSEF ALBERS (CT/NY/ GERMANY, 1888-1976) - “Homage To The Square” Color Screenprint, by Joseph Albers, circa 1965. Published by Ives-Sillman, New Haven, CT. Unsigned, unnumbered. In gold box frame, matted and glazed. OS: 17 3/4” square, image size: 11” square. Fine condition, not examined out of frame. $800 - $1,200 2446
2447 MARIO JASON (20TH C. AMERICAN) - “Miss Loraine”, patinated cast bronze on black marble plinth, signed, titled and dated 1991 on the integral bronze base, numbered 82/99. Roughly 26 3/4” x 24” x 8”. Fine condition. $4,000 - $5,000
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2448 JAPANESE CLOISONNE CHARGER - Monumental Japanese Meiji Period Cloisonne Charger, late 19th c., top surface with image of a crane flying above the waves and with smaller birds below, surrounded by a panel of bamboo, cherry blossoms and sparrows, and with outer rim with geometric diapering in blue, green, and red over yellow, exposed bronze edge, reverse side with double fan shaped panels containing floral motifs, and wind pattern over turquoise field, interior base panel with central cartouche depicting a crane falling into the waves under a blood red moon, standing on a 2” footed rim, 36 3/8” diam., 4 7/8” high overall. Nickel sized chip out of base cartouche background, foot drilled to accept a 19th c. hanging bolt, hairline crack in upper right hand quadrant where foot meets the body of the plate. $1,800 - $2,400 2448
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PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2449 JAPANESE BRONZE TEMPLE FIGURE HOLDING BELL BOWL - Meiji Period Parcel Gilt Oni Demon holding a clawed club in his left hand and raising aloft a dished platform in his right hand, within which sits a loose bronze bell bowl having giltwork, and black lacquered dimpled lower half. Mounted on a carved wooden base, 26 1/2” tall overall, 11 1/2” diam. bowl. Very good condition. With 1984 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2451 JAPANESE CARVED OKIMONO 18th c. Japanese Carved Ivory Okimono, depicting a woman at a tea ceremony, on a period carved wooden base, unsigned, figure only: 2 1/2” high, 2 1/4” x 1 7/8”. Age shrinkage cracks. $1,000 - $1,500
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PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2452 FRAMED LATE 18TH C. JAPANESE PAINTED SCROLL - Maitreya Buddha With One Thousand Scholars, Edo Period, ink, pigments and gilt work, with clouds and mountains at top, many figures identified by small inscribed plackets, laid to a scroll with the Imperial kamon and the mon of the Toyotomi clan in gold. In gold molded framed shadowbox with linen lining, retaining the original roller and batten, OS: 78” x 35”, SS: 46” x 22”. Multiple bends, repairs. $4,000 - $6,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2452
2453 IMPERIAL SATSUMA PORCELAIN VASE - Japanese Meiji Period Imperial Satsuma Porcelain Vase, 19th c., bulbous shape with raised and gilded landscape, waterfall, and birds decoration on a green background, moriage shishi (lions) among foliage on neck, black and gilt decoration to foot, red artist seal mark on base, 19” high, 9” diam. Minor 2453 gilding losses at high points, otherwise good condition, no chips or cracks. $1,500 - $2,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2450 IMPERIAL SATSUMA FLOOR VASE - Japanese Meiji Period Imperial Satsuma Porcelain Floor Vase, 3rd quarter 19th c., bulbous shape with delicately rendered figural decoration of geishas and men in a landscape setting, with gilt moriage Imperial and family marks to shoulder, red artist seal on base, with wooden stand, 24” high (without stand), 14 1/2” diam. Gilding losses, one tiny side occlusion, otherwise good condition, no chips or cracks. $2,000 - $3,000
2454 JAPANESE GOLD INLAID METAL BOX - Japanese Meiji Period Gold Inlaid Iron Rectangular Box, hinged lid with dragon and phoenix decoration, side panels with landscape and foliate motifs, set on four bracket form feet, interior lid with engraved irises and bird, mountain form maker’s mark on base, 1 3/8” high, 3 1/2” x 2 1/2”. Gold losses to lid and side decoration. $800 - $1,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2455 PENDANT - 19th Century Japanese Round Carved Ivory Pendant depicting a puppy, signed on reverse, on a brown wooden cord, 1 1/2”diameter. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2456 JAPANESE GILT BRONZE ALTAR FIGURE - Edo Period Buddhist Demi-God Asura of the Kamadhatu, having the typical three faces and six arms, in remnants of gilding and lacquer, on carved wooden base, the figure 13 3/4’ tall, 3 1/4” base. Fine patina. $3,000 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2457 JAPANESE SATSUMA JAR - Japanese Satsuma Pottery Lidded Jar, 19th c., spherical form with figural decoration, depicting musicians entertaining Hotei, Komainu form finial and applied dragon surrounding tripod leg foot, on carved wooden base, blue circle with cross mark and gilt painted three character mark on base, 12 1/4” high, 6 3/4” diam. Repaired break and small chip to dragon head, otherwise good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2458 SATSUMA PORCELAIN LIDDED CENSER - Large 19th c. Japanese Meiji Period Imperial Satsuma Lidded Tripod Censer, globular form with moriage figural, bird, and floral decoration, curved side handles, reticulated lid with seated shishi (lion) form finial, set on three mask decorated feet, 18 3/4” high, 10 5/8” x 8 1/2”. Base section top rim chip, handle corner chip, gilding losses, firing crack inside of lid. $800 - $1,200 2458 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2459 (3 PCS) JAPANESE PORCELAIN - Group of (3) Pieces of Japanese Porcelain, including: (2) Kutani ‘100 Poets’ lidded tea cups or jars with fine poetry calligraphy (saiji) to the interiors, early 20th c., four character mark on bases, 4 1/4” and 5” high, smaller jar has a tiny chip to underside of lid rim; and Satsuma plate with decoration of Geishas in a landscape, painted circle with cross and maker’s marks on base, 6 1/8” diam., base soiling. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2459
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2460 JAPANESE FUKAGAWA PORCELAIN LIDDED URN - Large Japanese Fukagawa Porcelain Two-Handled Lidded Urn, late 19th - early 20th c., with melon form body decorated with two paneled figural scenes, smaller round panels with bird and foliage, dragon, and fans, on a blue, iron red and gilt foliate background, lid with triple peacock finial, overglaze red painted seven character mark on base, on carved wooden stand, urn only: 21 1/2” high, 10” diam. Base crack and repaired chip, losses to lid base rim. With 1982 certificate of authenticity from TK Oriental Antiques, Williamsburg, VA. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2461 JAPANESE CARVED STONE BUDDHA HEAD - Middle Edo Period, Yojuin style, in volcanic stone, probably an exterior ornament, having simplified hair, with elongated earlobes, arched eye brows, and downcast eyes, benevolent expression, on black wooden base, 12 1/2” tall head, 18 1/2” tall overall, not attached to base. Good condition, dark patina. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2462 JAPANESE BRONZE TEAPOT - Remarkable Meiji Period Paper Thin Cast Bronze Teapot, in bowed square form with swing bail handle, scribed horizontal decoration, signed on the underside of the lid, 5” x 3 1/4” x 2 1/2”. Very good condition. $500 - $700 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2463 JAPANESE BRONZE VASE - Late Meiji Period Squat Ovoid Cast Bronze Vase with small opening having a rolled rim, leaf form collar, molded round foot, unmarked, 5” x 5 3/4”. Fine condition. $500 - $700 2463 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2464 JAPANESE BRONZE VASE - Late Meiji Period Cast Bronze Square Baluster Vase in basketweave form, with faux bamboo handles, frame and footed base, having scattered birds and insects, signed, 13” x 4 1/2” square. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2465 ANCIENT JAPANESE TERRA COTTA TOMB SCULPTURE - Kofun Era Haniwa Head, Yamato State, hollow, with disc form coiffure and necklace, open eyes and mouth, on a wooden stand, 9” tall head, 11 1/2” tall overall. Very good condition, water stain to base. With 1979 appraisal from Thiel’s Oriental Antiques, Los Angeles, CA. $1,500 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2466 IMPERIAL QUALITY SATSUMA VASE, MEIJI PERIOD - Ovoid Japanese Satsuma Vase of the 100 Immortals, delicately rendered, the faces having a range of expressions, with four full-length figures in high relief, landscape with waterfall, writhing white dragon throughout, with the mark on underside having the Shimazu family crest at neck and at top of cartouche: “Dai Nippon Satsuma Hodota”, circa 1880-90. Roughly 12 1/4” x 9 3/4”. Light rubs to high point, single small flake to foot. Includes wooden stand. $3,000 - $4,500
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2467 JAPANESE SATSUMA FLOOR VASE - Magnificent Fine Quality Large Baluster Vase with Satsuma decoration of mythical characters, a Scholar on Throne with two children; a Warrior riding a Deer; Two Men Riding Cranes; an Artist painting on a mirror held by a student, (the painter is also holding aloft a smoking censer with a woman musician in the smoke); a Poor Traveler carries a child on his back, who is pointing at propitious objects falling from the sky onto a Performer who is balancing a broom on his nose. Remarkable. 23 1/2” tall 9 3/4” diam. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2468 JAPANESE CELADON VASE - Japanese Late 19th -Early 20th c. Celadon Vase, bulbous double gourd form depicting priests in a landscape with qilin and tiger, with extensive gilding and overglaze enameling in white, black and blues, unmarked, 14” high, 8 1/2” diam. Base edge flakes, gilding losses. $1,000 - $1,500
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2469 (14) JAPANESE FISH PLATES - Group of (14) 19th c. Porcelain Fish Plates, each decorated with a hand painted koi fish in red and blue, a few with illegible marks, sizes range from 8 1/4” to 9 3/4” diam. Three have firing cracks at rim, most have glaze discoloration areas and craquelure. $700 - $900 220
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2470 MAGNIFICENT JAPANESE BRONZE SCULPTURE - Very Large Okimono Figure of a Man Fishing with Rod and Dipper, on a fantastic carved hardwood naturalistic base containing the fish and basket creel, all mounted on black veined marble. Unsigned, Meiji Period. Roughly 31” x 19” x 13” overall. Fine condition. $10,000 - $15,000
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2471 JAPANESE MEIJI IVORY CARVING 19th c. Standing Figure of a Fisherman pulling a fish from his rice stalk trap, signed on underside, 5 7/8” tall. Shrinkage cracks. $500 - $700
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2472 JAPANESE NETSUKE - Water Buffalo in carved bone, 19th c., Meiji Period, depicted laying prone, in rope harness, having inset ruby eyes, 1 7/8” long. Very good condition. $700 - $900
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2473 JAPANESE MEIJI BONE VASE & IVORY BRUSH WASHER - Both 19th c., the Vase decorated with a Theatrical Troupe, in relief and incised, consisting of eight figures and a mouse in a robe with walking stick, carved from a single section of bone, 6” tall, fine condition; PLUS Ivory Brush Washer, from a section of tusk, on a stepped lacquer base with a gilt interior, decorated with a relief carving of a recluse with walking staff and very long hair, rocks and chrysanthemums on the reverse, signed and with red seal, 6 1/2” tall, yellowing to back, shrinkage cracks. $800 - $1,200 2473
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2474 JAPANESE OKIMONO FIGURE - Meiji 19th c. Carved Ivory Figurine of a Wheelwright at Work, signed on the underside, 8 1/4” x 5” x 4”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2475 STRIKING JAPANESE BRONZE TEMPLE SCALE COVERED URN - Monumental Meiji Period Covered Urn in brown patina, surmounted by figure of bearded man bracing against an icy wind, supported by a fountain of ocean waves; the four lobed body having finely detailed writhing full-body dragon handles, overall archaic patterns with raised fighting foo dogs at center, set on four phoenix bird form legs, with integral platform. Circa 1880. Unsigned. 33” x 17 1/2” x 9”. Good condition, a few pinholes worn thru in body of urn. $4,000 - $6,000
2476 JAPANESE IVORY FISHERMAN OKIMONO - Late 19th - Early 20th c. Japanese Carved Ivory Figural Okimono, depicting a fisherman holding his bamboo pole (a separate piece that slides into his hand) and woven creel, with delicately carved features, carved base with twocharacter artist mark in red cartouche, 9 3/4” high (with pole), 6” high (figure only), 2 1/4” x 2”. Good condition, no chips or cracks. $700 - $900
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2477 (4) 18TH C. JAPANESE SWORD IRON TSUBA - Hand Forged Iron Tsuba, one with two dark green jade lobed inserts, 2 1/4” to 3 1/8” diam. Light surface corrosion. $800 - $1,200
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2478 LARGE JAPANESE BRONZE VASE - Late 19th c. Bronze Floor Vase, with high shoulder and tall neck having broad flared rim, having the mon of the Tokugawa shogun (three hollyhock leaves inside a circle), writhing dragon and Mt. Fuji in high relief, engraved lappets on the tall, tapered foot, 24” x 12” diam. Several dents, one small puncture. $500 - $700
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2479 JAPANESE CLOISONNE BOX - Exceptional Japanese Cloisonne Decorated Box, late 19th - early 20th c., with hinged removable top section, multicolor floral decoration on a green ground with brass and gilt trim, set on ogee bracket form feet, interior with incised boats and Mt. Fuji motifs, 2 1/4” high, 4 3/4” x 4”. Good 2479 condition. $800 - $1,200 222
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2480 JAPANESE BRONZE MANTEL CLOCK - Circa 1890 Japanese Bronze Clock, with Japanese character dial, 8-day time and strike movement (key and pendulum present) by Marti et Cie, Paris marked ‘35’ and ‘3460’, clock head topped with a floral adorned branch with butterfly, pair of foo dogs supporting the clock head, atop an openwork rectangular bronze pedestal with front corner galleries and taotie mask form feet, 17” high, 13 1/2” x 8 1/4”. Clock has not been serviced. $800 - $1,200
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2481 JAPANESE PAINTING ON SILK - 19th-20th c. Portrait of Two Beautiful Women Silk Gatherers, watercolor on silk, unsigned, harvesting cocoons from the indoor racks, in black stick frame, with textured mat, glazed, OS: 56” x 24”, SS: 45” x 17”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2482 BAKUFU OHNO (JAPAN, 1888-1976) - “Hawks”, Shin Hanga Oban Woodblock Print, signed and with seals in print, publishers seals in lower right margin, circa 1950s, color variant 1. Publisher: Kyoto Hanga-In. In the original Shangawa paper mat. 11 1/2” x 16 1/2” sheet, tipped in by top hinges. One stain in background above head of bird on right. Note: This print was published in both a green-grey (as seen here) and also a solid teal blue color variant. $500 - $700
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2483 FRAMED JAPANESE SCROLL - Two Cranes under a Rising Sun, signed ‘Maruyama’, watercolor on silk, in oak frame, brocade mount, glazed, image size: 46” x 14”, OS: 61 3/4” x 21”. A few light bends, ripples. $800 - $1,200 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
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2484 YOSHIFUJI GA (1828-1887) - (2) Japanese Woodblock Prints, Ukiyo-e oban, anthropomorphic mythology with men interacting with dog-headed men, both having extensive text, signed, with seals. Housed in brass box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 19 1/2” x 14 3/4”, SS: 14” x 9”. Horizontal bend at center, some rubs, not examined out 2484 of frame. $1,000 - $1,500 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2485 18TH C. JAPANESE SCROLL PAINTING - Late Edo Period (circa 1780) Men Bathing a White Elephant under Supervision of Aristocrat, the animal representing Bodhisattva Fugen (note earrings), attended by four men, the observer has two attendants. Ink and watercolor on paper, 32” x 20”. Several light bends, break lower right corner and lower center in field. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of David Boynton, Brunswick, ME.
2486 FRAMED JAPANESE SILKWORK - Five Whooping Cranes, three in stream, two approaching in flight, blossoming tree on opposite bank, in black panel frame with gold edges, glazed, OS: 24 1/2” square, SS: 22 1/2” square. Very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
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2487 (SET OF 3) LARGE FRAMED JAPANESE WATERCOLORS - A Continuous Image of Thirty-One Exotic Birds in Peony Bushes, 19th c. paintings on silk with edge losses, on modern mounts, in gold faux bamboo frames under plexi with bracket tabs to hang, 65 1/2” x 21 3/4”. Very good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2487
PROVENANCE: From the estate of Sally Halverson, Newcastle, ME.
2488 MAKOTO OUCHI (JAPAN, 1926-1989) - “Utamaro”, an oversized color aquatint etching, pencil signed, numbered 50/60 and titled in kanji characters at bottom, in gold Japanese domed box frame with rounded corners, under glass, no mat, OS: 24 1/4” x 39 1/2”, SS: 22 1/2” x 38” (visible). Fine condition. A tribute to the great Edo period Ukiyo-e woodblock print artist Kitigawa Utamaro (1753-1806). $1,000 - $2,000
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2489 (2) MAKOTO YABE (JAPAN/MA,1947-2005) SCULPTURES - “Male” & “Female”, pair of studio pottery ceramic sculptures, in blue mottled glaze over an incised multitextured surface, unsigned, 13 1/4” high, 8 3/4” x 6 1/2” & 15 2489 1/2” high, 8 1/4” x 7 3/4”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 224
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2491 NEIL WELLIVER (ME, 1929-2005) - “Threshing Machines”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in oak frame, OS: 17 1/2” x 32 1/2”, SS: 15 1/4” x 30 1/4”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2492 NEIL WELLIVER (ME, 1925-2005) - “Crater Outlet”, serigraph on paper, 1990, pencil signed lower right margin, in black aluminum box frame, matted under UV glass, OS: 32 3/4” x 33 1/4”, image size: 24” x 24”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000:
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2490 T. ALLEN LAWSON (WY/ME, 1963 - ) “Heading Towards Spring”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, titled verso and dated 2004, in silver leaf molded panel frame, OS: 25 1/2” x 31 1/2”, SS: 17 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. $10,000 - $15,000
2493 GREG MORT (CONTEMPORARY CUSHING, MAINE) - “Eclipse Finale”, a monumental pastel on artist’s board, signed lower left and dated 1999, titled verso, in custom gilt frame with linen mat, under UV plexiglas, OS: 45 1/2” x 56 1/2”, SS: 32 1/4” x 43 1/4”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $10,000
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2494 GREG MORT (CONTEMPORARY CUSHING, MAINE) - “Moonlit Tide”, a monumental oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 2001, titled verso, in custom mitered silver leaf frame with roping detail, OS: 39 1/2” x 49 1/2”, SS: 29 1/2” x 39 1/2”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $10,000 2494
2495 IMERO GOBATTO (ME, 1923-2010) - ‘Seahorn Sounding’, oil on hardboard, signed upper right, circa 1970s, in black cove molded frame with gold liner, SS: 23 1/2” x 47 1/2”, OS: 29 3/4” x 53 3/4”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $12,000
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2496 IMERO GOBBATO (ME, 1923-2010) - “Autumn Cliffs in Humbravana”, oil on hardboard, signed lower left, titled on label verso with an original price of $16,500, along with exhibition poster for an exhibition at Harbor Square Gallery in Camden, Maine. In a walnut molded frame with linen mat, gilt liner, OS: 28 1/2” x 22 1/2”, SS: 23 1/2” x 17 1/2”. Fine condition. $7,000 - $9,000
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2497 IMERO GOBATTO (ME, 1923-2010) - Freighter in Port, watercolor/ gouache on paper, signed lower right, in gold frame, French-lined mat, glazed, SS: $800 - $1,200 2497 10 1/4” x 13”, OS: 19” x 21 1/4”. Fine condition. 226
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2498 COLIN PAGE (ME, 1977 - ) - “Flying Overhead”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled verso, depicting a waterfront atrium with jet contrail in sky, unframed, 30” x 34”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2499 COLIN PAGE (ME, 1977 - ) - “Around the Bend”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, signed and titled verso, depicting a snaking Maine road, in black box frame with gold edge and shadowline, OS: 14 1/4” x 18 1/4”, SS: 12” x 16”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2499
2500 COLIN PAGE (ME, 1977 - ) - Docked Trawler, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left, in oak box frame, OS: 9” x 11”, SS: 7 1/2” x 9 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2501 COLIN PAGE (ME, 1977 - ) - “Blue Ocean”, oil on canvas, signed and titled verso, depicting a lobsterman in skiff alongside boat of that name, in black box frame with silver edge and shadowline, OS: 34 1/4” square, SS: 32” square. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2502 MICHAEL E. VERMETTE (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Stacking Lobster Traps, Monhegan Island”, impasto oil on linen, signed lower right, in dark painted cove frame with gold liner, OS: 45 3/4” x 35 1/2”, SS: 39 3/4” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. 2502 $6,000 - $8,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2503 MICHAEL E. VERMETTE (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Moose Call of Maine Guide Al Cooper, III, on a Katahdin Lake, Wilderness Camp”, watercolor, signed lower right, in gold mitered frame, matted and glazed, OS: 46 1/2” x 35 3/4”, SS: 36” x 26”. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000 2504 THEODORE TIHANSKY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - Black Head, Monhegan Maine at Sunrise, monumental oil on linen, signed lower left, in gilt molded panel frame, OS: 49” x 66”, SS: 40” x 60”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2505 THEODORE TIHANSKY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - Winter Lobster Shore, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated ‘05, depicting three men bundled up in foreground with dinghy, their lobster boat standing off, in black slat frame, OS: 41 1/2” x 49 1/2”, SS; 40” x 48”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2506 THEODORE TIHANSKY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - Monhegan Island Maine Inn, oil on canvas, signed lower right (concealed by frame), in faux barnwood frame, OS: 33” x 45”, SS: 27 1/2” x 39 1/2”. Good condition. $1,000 $1,500 2506
2507 THEODORE TIHANSKY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - Maine Coastal Farmhouse, oil on linen, signed lower right, in bleached oak cove frame, OS: 37 1/2” square, SS: 31 1/2” square. Good condition. $800 - $1,200
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2508 THEODORE TIHANSKY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - ‘Monhegan Island, Maine’, oil on canvas, laid to panel, signed lower left, in gold ribbed cove frame, OS: 21 1/2” x 25 1/2”, SS: 11 1/2” x 16 1/2”. Fine condition. $600 - $800 228
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2509 MICHAEL B. KARAS (ME/SC/MA, 1954 - ) - “March Thaw”, oil on panel, signed lower left, titled verso and dated 1997, in silver and gold reverse mitered frame, OS: 45 1/2” x 57 1/2”, SS: 35 1/2” x 47 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2510 MICHAEL B. KARAS (ME/MA, 1954 - ) - “Sea Mist”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1978, titled verso, in gold frame with white liner, OS: 18” x 30”, SS: 12” x 24”. Fine condition. $1,200 - $1,800 2510
2511 PHILIP BARTER (ME, 1936 - ) - “Ducks over Schoodic”, oil on canvas board, signed upper left and dated ‘73, titled verso, in large reverse ogee walnut stained pine frame with gold painted liner, OS: 29” x 33”, SS: 14 1/2” x 18 1/2”. The board is cupped. $800 - $1,200
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2512 PHILIP BARTER (ME, 1936 - ) - “Potatoe (sic) Harvest, Houlton, Me.”, oil on hardboard, signed lower right and dated ‘86, signed and titled verso, dated 10/86, numbered V86, housed in an artist made stained and bleached pine panel frame, OS: 30” x 36”, SS: 23 1/4” x 29 1/4”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2513 PHILIP BARTER (ME, 1936 - ) - “Sunrise, Jamaica”, oil on hardboard, faintly signed in scraffito lower right, depicting two men pulling traps from a small motorboat, housed in artist made painted panel frame, OS: 37 1/4” x 48 2513 1/2”, SS: 27 3/4” x 39”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2514 MARGARET GERDING (CONTEMPORARY CAPE PORPOISE, MAINE) Sunset Trees, pastel on illustration board, signed lower right, Greenhut Galleries of Portland, ME label verso, in gilt molded panel frame, matted and glazed. SS: 18 1/2” x 19 1/4”, SS: 30” square. Fine condition. $2,500 - $3,500
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2515 MARGARET GERDING (CONTEMPORARY CAPE PORPOISE, MAINE) - A Stand of Trees, pastel on paper, signed lower right, Greenhut Galleries of Portland, ME label verso, in gold molded panel frame, matted and glazed. SS: 17 3/4” x 23 3/4”, OS: 28 1/2” x 34 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2515
2516 MARGARET GERDING (CONTEMPORARY CAPE PORPOISE, MAINE) - Early Morning Trees, pastel on illustration board, signed lower right, Greenhut Galleries of Portland, ME label verso, in gilt molded panel frame, matted and glazed. SS: 18” x 23 3/4”, OS: 28 1/2” x 34 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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2517 MARGARET GERDING (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) (2) Pastel Studies of Copses of Trees in different light, both signed, in matching dappled panel frames, the first with Greenhut Galleries of Portland Maine label, is titled “Warm Daylight”, purple trees against yellow sky, with purple mat, glazed, OS: 15 1/2” x 16 1/4”, SS: 10” x 11”; PLUS Untitled yellow trees against orange sky, tan mat, same size. Both in fine condition. $500 - $700 2517
2518 SALLY CALDWELL FISHER (ME, 1951 - ) - “Round Pond”, acrylic on masonite, signed lower right, depicting a classic Maine fishing town, label verso from the Maine Art Gallery, Kennebunkport, Maine. Housed in a gold ripple frame with green stained oak and linen liner, OS: 16 1/2” x 22 1/2”, SS: 7 1/2” x 13 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2519 SALLY CALDWELL FISHER (ME, 1951 - ) “The Putt”, acrylic on masonite, signed lower right and dated 1998, depicting a golf outing with a large crowd, clubhouse in the distance, label verso from The Gallery on Chase Hill, Kennebunkport, Maine. Housed in a gold ripple frame with green stained oak and linen liner, OS: 18 1/2” x 42 1/2”, SS: 11 1/2” x 32 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2520 SALLY CALDWELL FISHER (ME, 1951 - ) - “Ghosting in the Moonlight”, acrylic on masonite, signed lower right and dated 1996, depicting a sailboat steering out from an inner cove ringed by buildings, label verso from The Gallery on Chase Hill, Kennebunkport, Maine. Housed in a silver ripple frame with green stained oak and linen liner, OS: 22” x 46”, SS: 15 1/2” x 39 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2521 SALLY CALDWELL FISHER (ME, 1951 - ) - “Wooden Boat Show, 1987” (Kennebunkport, Maine), oil on masonite, signed lower right and dated 1987, depicting the harborfront festival with crowd, tents and a fleet of yachts. In bird’s-eye maple ogee frame, OS: 38” x 32 1/2”, SS: 35” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2522 ANNE CARLETON (MA/NH/ME, 1878-1968) - “Pushing Off ”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left, titled verso and numbered 128, with a label from the Fort Wayne, Indiana Museum of Art exhibition “Lasting Impressions; American Women Artists from the Sellars Collection, 11/20/99 - 2/20/00”. In replica gilt Arts & Crafts panel frame with tag, OS: 14 1/2” x 16 1/2”, SS: 7 1/4” x 9 1/4”. Fine condition. Alan and Louise Sellars, husband and wife art collectors from Marietta, Ga., sought out the underrepresented works of American women artists. The collection, 406 works dating back to 1850, was the largest private collection of art by American women when purchased by the Huntsville Museum of Art (Alabama) in 2009, after touring the conti2522 nent. $3,000 - $5,000
2523 ALISON RECTOR (CONTEMPORARY BELFAST, ME) - “Sunday Night”, oil on canvas, signed lower right ‘A.B. Rector’, signed and titled verso, depicting a bowling alley lobby, in black lacquered molded panel frame, OS: 29” x 24”, SS: 23” x 19”. Fine condition. 2523 $1,500 - $2,000 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2524 THOMAS CONNALLY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Middle Pearl”, oil on panel, signed lower right and dated 2001, titled verso with Greenhut Gallery of Portland, ME label, in mahogany shadowline frame, OS: 49 1/2” x 37 1/2”, SS: 48” x 36”. One spot in sky. $3,000 - $4,000
2525 MICHAEL PALMER ( C O N T E M P O R A R Y OGUNQUIT, MAINE) - Wells Marshes, ink and acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, depicting children flying figural kites over the marshlands; with portrait of a girl holding a mop on reverse, in silvered mitered reverse ogee frame, OS: 38” x 23”, SS: 35 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Very good condition. $1,800 - $2,400
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2526 LYNNE FITZGERALD WALKER (CONTEMPORARY MASS) - Beach Scene with Umbrellas, oil on masonite, signed lower right, in gold washed panel frame, OS: 27 1/2” x 69 1/2”, SS: 21 1/2” x 63 1/2”. Fine condition. $7,000 - $8,000
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2527 NINA JEROME (CONTEMPORARY BANGOR, ME) - “Toward the Sea from Chick Hill”, a triptych oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 2001, titled verso, in reverse mitered black frame with gilt liner, gilt dividers between each canvas, OS: 37” x 89 1/2”, SS: (3) 25 1/2” square sections. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000 2527
2528 MARY LAVENDIER MYERS (CONTEMPORARY PEAKS ISLAND, MAINE) - Indoor Skiffs, acrylic on illustration board, signed lower left, in fatigued wood fame with gold edge, matted, under non-glare glass, OS: 39 1/2” x 48”, SS: 27 1/2” x 36”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2529 CONNIE HAYES (CONTEMPORARY ROCKLAND, MAINE) - “Up the Hill, Monhegan #7”, 2004, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled and dated verso, backstamped by Artifacts of Portland, ME. In black slat shadowline frame with gilt edge, OS: 13 1/2” square, SS: 12” square. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2530 CONNIE HAYES (CONTEMPORARY ROCKLAND, MAINE) - “Turning Marsh, Freeport”, 2004, oil on prepared paper on panel, signed lower right, titled and dated verso, backstamped by Artifacts of Portland, ME. In black slat shadowline frame with gilt edge, OS: 13 1/2” square, SS: 12” square. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2530
2531 WILLIAM BREWSTER HOYT (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - (3) Maine Coastal Scenes, Viewed from the Water, all signed, oil on panel, labels verso from Dowling-Walsh Gallery of Rockland, ME. in matching gilt mitered frames with linen liners, OS: 13 3/4” x 15 3/4”, SS: 5 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2532 PAT ANDREOTTI (CONTEMPORARY YORK BEACH, MAINE) - “Homage to Jung”, oil on canvas, unsigned, but with title and artist’s name on display card verso. In gold edged shadowline slat frame, 49 1/2” x 37 1/2”, SS: 48” x 36”. Small sticker mark upper right corner, otherwise fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2533 RALF FEYL (CONTEMPORARY FRIENDSHIP, MAINE) - “Dusk”, oil on hardboard, signed upper left, signed verso and dated 2004, in reverse beveled frame with gilt 2533 liner, OS: 22 1/2” x 17 1/2”, SS: 16 1/2” x 11 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $1,800 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2534 STEFAN PASTUHOV (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “At the End”, oil on canvas, signed lower left, titled on Pine Tree Shop and Bay View Gallery of Camden, Maine label verso, depicting a skeletal tree, in gold molded frame with linen liner, OS: 29 1/2” x 33 1/2”, SS: 19 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the former MBNA Corporate Collection.
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2535 PETER ROLFE (ME, 1942 - ) - “White Fence and Lilacs”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left “Rolfe”, titled on tag verso, in gilt molded panel frame with linen liner, OS: 38 1/2” x 30 1/2”, SS: 31 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $2,000
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2536 CHRIS HUNTINGTON (ME/OH, 1938 - ) - Double-Sided Oil on Plywood, Spring Freshet and Coastal Whitecaps, the second side only initialed and dated ‘70, in silver leaf half round frame with linen mat, OS: 28 3/4” x 34 3/4”, SS: 19 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2537 GRETCHEN HUBER (CONTEMPORARY KENNEBUNK, MAINE) - “Bucket of Flowers”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1992, with copy of sales receipt verso and label from Greenhut Galleries in Portland, ME. Housed in a modern gold molded frame with linen liner, OS: 34 1/2” x 28 1/2”, SS: 29 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2538 JOSEF M. ARENTZ (ME/MD/GERMANY, 1903-1969) - “Crashing Surf on Kennebeck Rocks, Maine”, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1950, in fatigued gold molded panel frame with white painted liner, 2538 OS: 32” x 46”, SS: 25 1/4” x 39 1/4”. Fine craquelure. $1,000 - $1,500 234
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2539 EDWIN DOUGLAS (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Sognefjord, Norway”, oil on hardboard, unsigned on the painting, signed and titled verso with Biddeford Pool, ME address, titled and dated 1993, with the exhibition list from the 1994 exhibition of his work at Greenhut Galleries in Portland, ME, giving an original price of $1,250. In cream painted molded panel frame, OS: 20 1/4” x 19 3/4”, SS: 12” x 11 1/2”. Fine condition, rub to frame. $800 - $1,200
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2540 PHILIP FREY (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Passing Through”, oil on linen, signed and titled verso, dated 2014, in poplar box shadowline frame, OS: 13 1/2” x 17 1/2”, SS: 12” x 16”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2541 JUDE NICKERSON (CONTEMPORARY BELFAST, MAINE) - “I’ll Follow You Home” from “The Islander” Series, acrylic on canvas, signed lower right, titled and signed verso, unframed, on deep stretcher with painted edge, 24” x 36”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,400 2541
2542 LAURENCE PHILIP SISSON (MA/ME/NM, 1928-2015) - Tidal Pool, oil on masonite, unsigned, unframed. 40” x 29 3/4”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From the collection of Beatrice Sisson.
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2543 LAWRENCE C. GOLDSMITH (VT, 1916-2004) - ‘Monhegan’, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, title attributed, in aluminum box frame, OS: 21 1/2” $800 - $1,200 2543 x 28”, SS: 17 1/4” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2544 GENE KLEBE (ME, 1907-2009) - Dory Hauled Up on Dock in Rain, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in gilt molded and beaded frame, French-lined mat, glazed, OS: 16” x 20”, SS: 6 3/4” x 10 3/4”. Fine condition. $700 - $900
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2545 EMILY LANSINGH MUIR (IL/ME, 1904-2003) - Dining Out, Street Cafe, watercolor on Arches paper, signed lower left and dated 1943, in black ribbed frame, matted and glazed, OS: 21 1/2” x 27 1/2”, SS: 13 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2546 LEO BROOKS (ME, 1909-1993) - Untitled Abstract, watercolor on paper, pencil signed lower right, in black box frame, matted under UV glass, OS: 17 3/4” x 21 1/2”, SS: 11” x 15”. Fine condition. $600 - $900
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2547 LAURENCE PHILIP SISSON (MA/ME/NM, 1928-2015) - “Newagen Lobsterman”, watercolor on Arches, signed lower left, titled verso, depicting a boat in a cove, unframed, 22” x 30”. Good condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: Exhibition #29, estate #300.
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2548 LAURENCE PHILIP SISSON (MA/ME/NM, 1928-2015) - “7 pm, Boothbay”, watercolor on Arches, signed lower left, titled verso, depicting a rocky harbor scene, unframed, 22” x 30”. Good condition. $600 - $800 2548
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2549 J. PHILIP RICHARDS (ME, 1906-1991) - Maine Home in Winter, gouache on illustration board, signed lower right, in black and gold molded frame, glazed, OS: 22 1/2” x 32 1/2”, SS: 19 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $700 - $900
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2550 EMILY LANSINGH MUIR (ME, IL, 1904-2003) - Fish Houses and Skiff on Jacks, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, in silver leaf half round frame, matted and glazed, OS: 22” x 26 1/2”, SS: 14 1/2” x 20 1/2”. Good condition. $600 - $800
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2551 WALTER FARNDON (NY, 1876-1964) - “Fishing Shack, Monhegan Island”, watercolor on paper, signed lower left and lower right, titled on Vose Galleries of Boston label verso, in gilt ribbed frame, matted, under plexi, OS: 28 1/2” x 32 1/2”, SS: 18” x 22”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2552 TOLLEF RUNQUIST (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Fun Tree”, oil on linen, signed and titled verso, dated 2011, depicting a bright orange and yellow fall tree alongside a riverhouse, in black molded panel frame, OS: 21” x 25”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. $700 - $900
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2553 TOLLEF RUNQUIST (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “High Noon, Back Cove”, oil on canvas, signed and titled verso, dated 2014, in white box frame with shadowline, OS: 14” x 22”, SS: 12” x 20”. Fine $700 - $900 2553 condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2554 TOLLEF RUNQUIST (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Farm on Ridge”, oil on linen, signed and titled verso, dated 2010, with Dowling Walsh Gallery of Rockland, ME label, depicting a bright orange and yellow fall landscape with white house, in black molded panel frame, OS: 21” x 25”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. $500 - $700
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2555 TOLLEF RUNQUIST (CONTEMPORARY MAINE) - “Hill House with Buoys”, oil on gessoed paper, unsigned, exhibition labels verso from Dowling Walsh Gallery of Rockland, ME. In white box frame, floated on black under plexi, OS: 12 1/4” x 15 1/4”, SS: 9” x 11”. Fine condition. $500 - $700
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2556 WILL R. BARNET (NY/MA, 1911-2012) - “Looking Out to Sea”, mixed media on paper, signed lower right and dated ‘70, in a silver panel frame, floated within mat, under UV plexiglas. OS: 21 1/2” x 19”, SS: 12” x 10”. Fine condition. $8,000 - $10,000
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2557 ALEXANDER MINEWSKI (NY/MI, 1917-1979) - “Manana”, oil on prepared panel, signed lower right, titled verso, ca. 1961-63, in gold molded cove frame with linen liner, OS: 16 1/2” x 20 1/2”, SS: 11 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2558 ALEXANDER MINEWSKI (NY/MI, 1917-1979) - Monhegan Landscape, acrylic on paper, signed lower right, in gold molded frame, matted and glazed, $1,000 - $1,500 2558 OS: 28” x 34”, SS: 17 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. 238
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2559 DONALD DE LUE (NJ/NY/MA, 1897-1988) - “Woman with Children”, 1980, patinated bronze on granite base, signed on right side, 13 1/2” tall overall. Fine condition. $3,000 - $5,000
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2560 JAMES KING BONNAR (MA, 1883/5-1961) - Winter Landscape, possibly Mt. Mansfield, Vermont, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in gilt cove frame with linen liner, OS: 34 1/2” x 44 1/2”, SS: 28 1/4” x 38 1/4”. Fine condition. $4,000 - $6,000
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2561 JOHN LEVITSKY (MA, 1922-2002) - “Arnold’s Pier”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, titled verso, in grey painted oak frame, OS: 22” x 30”, SS: 18” x 24”. Very good condition. $1,200 - $1,800 PROVENANCE: Marked as having been exhibited at Rockport AA, 1959 & Canton AA, 1961.
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2562 BERNARD COREY (MA, 1914-2000) - New England Farm with Father and Son in Garden, oil on canvasboard, signed lower right, having an unfinished study on reverse, in water gilt Arts & Crafts style frame, OS: 13 1/4” x 19 1/4”, SS: 9 1/2” x 15 1/2”. Very good condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2563 HAROLD G. RUNDLETT (20TH C. MA) - “Rockport Harbor”, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left, titled verso with a $795 price and his address on Shore Road in Magnolia, Mass. Housed in a gold carved matched corner frame, $700 - $900 2563 OS: 32 1/2” x 37 1/2”, SS: 24 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Good condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2564 SUSAN DE MICHELE (MA, 1946-2002) - “Two Chairs - Blue Island”, oil on hardboard, signed lower right and dated 2000, titled verso, floated within a black stepped frame, OS: 12 1/2” x 12 1/4”, SS: 9” x 9”. Fine condition. $600 - $800
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2565 STAN PHILLIPS (MA, 1924-2012) - Still Life with Peeled Orange and Grapes, oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 1980, in Dutch style silver molded frame with gold detailing, OS: 30” x 25 1/2”, SS: 22 1/2” x 18”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2566 CAROL BRANDENBURG (CONTEMPORARY MASSACHUSETTS) Fantasy Mountain Landscape, oil on canvas, initialed lr and dated 1989, depicting abrupt almost oriental stone mountains surrounded by knotted trees, water behind with waterfall mist to right, open range in distance, cloudy sky overhead, housed in hand carved and painted frame with linen liner, SS: 35 3/4” x 49 3/4”, OS: 46 1/4” x 60 1/4”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000 2566
2567 DONALD KENNEDY (NY, 1937-2011) - “Ford Tractor, Potato Harvester”, watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated ‘84, in oak box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 31” x 40 3/4”, SS: 21 1/2” x 29 3/4”. Fine condition. Mr. Kennedy worked for the Paper Mill Playhouse in the 1960s as a scenic artist, then became the master carpenter and set builder for the Negro Ensemble Company in NYC. He briefly owned a stage scenery business, ‘The Shop’, but spent most of his life in East Hampton, Long Island. $500 - $700
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2568 NICHOLAS LUISI (NY, 1894-1977) - ‘Looking out between Burnt Head and Whitehead, Monhegan Island’, gouache on paper, signed lower left, title attributed, in silver roped frame, floated behind the mat, glazed, OS: 20 2568 3/4” x 28”, SS: 15” x 22 1/4”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,000 240
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2569 SIDNEY LAUFMAN (NY/FL/OH, 1891-1985) - “Black Trees”, oil on masonite, signed lower right, with Rudolph Galleries of Woodstock, NY and Coral Gables, FL label verso, in gilt edged slat frame, mitered linen liner, OS: 11 1/4” x 14 1/4”, SS: 5 3/4” x 8 3/4”. Fine condition. $600 - $800 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
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2570 GRETCHEN HUBER WARREN (NY/CT, 1963 - ) - Alapaca Herd, oil on canvas, signed lower right (with her maiden name), in gold molded frame with linen mat, gilt and white liner, OS: 32” x 44”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2571 GORDON CARLISLE (NJ/CA/NH, 1951 - ) - Woman and Factory, monumental oil on canvas, signed lower right, dated ‘89, in slat frame, OS: 61” x 43”, SS: 60” x 42”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of David Boynton, Brunswick, ME.
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2572 CLAGGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) - “Maine Fisherman”, oil on artist’s board, signed lower right and dated 1933, titled verso, with artist’s name and address of 11 Hereford Street, Boston. Price of $3500. “This does not include the frame, which is to be returned to the painter). Return for Budworth for shipment back to the artist at the above address.” Also with a tag from the “First Municipal Art Exhibition at Rockefeller Center” in 1934, directed by Holger Cahill, later Director of the Federal Arts Project. Housed in a vintage Chinese export frame. OS: 41 1/2” x 32 1/2”, SS: 34 1/2” x 25 1/2”. Good condition. $2,000 - $3,000
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2573 CLAGGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) - (2) Unframed Gouache Portraits of Spanish Market Women, rendered in Deco style, circa 1935, the single figure signed, 19 1/2” x 25 1/2”, with fashion ad rendering on the reverse (crossed out); the trio unsigned, on upson board, 20 1/4” x 29 3/4”. Broken corner, both have stains 2573 and corner bends. $800 - $1,200 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2574 CLAGGETT WILSON (DC/WI, 1887-1952) - (2) Unframed Portraits of Spanish Matadors, mixed media on cardstock, one marked “Gallardo” on back, the other “Bullfighter”, pastel and gouache on paper, laid to French-lined cardstock mounts, both signed, 10” x 9 1/2” images on 16” x 14” mounts. Minor soiling, one mount cracked, images good; PLUS (10) Clipped Artwork from magazines, including ‘Town & Country’ covers. $600 - $800
2574
2575 EMILY LANSINGH MUIR (IL/ME, 1904-2003) - “Arizona”, pastel on paper, pencil signed and titled, in roped stick frame, matted and glazed, OS: 14” x 16 3/4”, SS: 8 3/4” x 11 1/2”. Bends to lower corners. $1,000 - $1,500
2575
2576 RICHARD EARL THOMPSON (IL/WI/CA, 1914-1991) - “Hidden House, Maine”, oil on canvas, signed lower left and dated 1986, titled verso, label verso from the artist’s San Francisco gallery, in replica gilt Impressionist frame with linen liner, name tag with title, OS: 33” x 39”, SS: 23 1/2” x 29 1/2”. Fine condition. $6,000 - $8,000 2576
2577 ALDIS BIRDSEYE BROWNE II (CT/FL/DC, 1907-1981) - “YaleHarvard Boat Race, June 1937”, watercolor on Arches paper, signed and titled lower right, in gilt ribbed frame French-lined mat, glazed, OS: 19 1/2” x 23”, SS: 10 3/4” x 14 1/4”. Inset old mat burn on two edges. $800 - $1,200
2577
2578 GAYLE LEVEE (CONTEMPORARY TN) - “Quince and Japanese Irises”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label verso, with Bayview Gallery of Camden, Maine label. Housed in a gold molded panel frame, OS: 22 1/2” x 28 1/2”, SS: 17 1/2” x 23 1/2”. Fine condition. Original cost $2,200. 2578 $1,200 - $1,400 242
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2579 GAYLE LEVEE (CONTEMPORARY TN) - “Sharon Fruit”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label verso, in gold molded panel frame, OS: 29 3/4” x 41 3/4”, SS: 23 1/2” x 35 1/2”. Fine condition. Original cost $3,500. $2,000 - $2,500
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2580 LORNE FINEDAY (CANADA, 1951 - ) - “Spirit World”, veined red marble, set on a wooden base, depicting a woman’s hooded head with a bas relief eagle head on reverse, unsigned, circa 1980s, 16” x 15 1/2” x 7 1/2”. Very good condition, a few tiny nicks. Very heavy. With 1990 purchase receipt from the Art of Man Gallery, Victoria, B.C., Canada. $1,000 - $2,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2580
2581 ED (EDMUND) PAUL MELL, JR. (AZ/NY, 1942 -) - “Towers of Zion”, oil on canvas, signed lower right, signed and titled verso, dated 2003, in gilt stepped frame, OS: 21 1/2” x 21 1/2”, SS: 15 3/4” x 15 3/4”. Fine condition. $3,000 - $4,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2581
2582 ED (EDMUND) PAUL MELL, JR. (AZ/NY, 1942 -) - “Golden Folds”, oil on canvas, laid to panel, signed lower left, signed and titled verso, dated 2004, in silver leaf stepped frame, OS: 15” x 15”, SS: 11 1/2” x 11 1/2”. Fine condition. With 1905 purchase receipt from Overland Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2582
2583 ED (EDMUND) PAUL MELL, JR. (AZ/NY, 1942 -) - “Long Canyon Overview”, oil on canvas, laid to panel, signed lower left, signed and titled verso, dated 2007, in gilt stepped mitered frame, OS: 15” x 24 1/2”, SS: 10” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral
2583 Gables, FL.
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2584 ED (EDMUND) PAUL MELL, JR. (AZ/NY, 1942 -) - “Shadows on the South Rim”, monumental serigraph, pencil signed and numbered 151/200, a view of the Grand Canyon, in gilt panel frame, matted, under non-glare glass, OS: 39 1/4” x 49 1/4”, SS: 26” x 36”. Fine condition. With 1996 purchase receipt from Suzanne Brown Gallery, Scottsdale, AZ. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL.
2584
2585 JOHN NIETO (TX/NM/CO, 1936 - ) - “Laguna Beach”, acrylic on canvas, signed center left, signed and dated 2001 verso, depicting a Seagull, in gilt mitered box frame, OS: 18” x 22”, SS: 15 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine condition. With artist, artwork, and gallery information from Ventana Fine Art, Santa Fe, NM. $1,000 - $1,500 PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Arthur and Ruth Sokoloff, Coral Gables, FL. 2585
2586 RENE JEAN RICHARD (CANADA/SWITZERLAND, 1895-1982) - “Depart en Traineau Pour la Chasse”, crayon on paper, signed lower right, Michelle de Kerdour Galerie d’Art of Quebec label verso, in gilt mitered frame, matted and glazed, OS: 13” x 11”, SS: 5 1/2” x 4”. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
2586
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2587 CHRIS ROBERTS - ANTIEAU (LA, 1951 - ) - “Famous Georges”, assemblage/oil on panel with integral frame, signed in the text, outsider art with integral frame painted into the image, circa 1996 (date on magazine cover), 33” x 49”. Very good condition. Chris lives in New Orleans, where she runs her own gallery. $800 - $1,200
2588 KYUNG KIM (SOUTH KOREA, 1922-1965) - Black Cat, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in a gold edged slat frame, OS: 41” square, SS: 40” square. Small puncture left 2588 side. $800 - $1,200 244
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2589 RONALD FRONTIN (ME, 1962 - ) - “Hollow”, a monumental very limited edition giclee print, pencil signed, titled and numbered 4/5, depicting a young girl seated inside a decaying tree, among autumn leaves, having an original watercolor remarque at the bottom, in a gold molded frame, acid free mat, UV glass, OS: 50 1/2” x 34”, SS: 40” x 24 1/2”. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2591 JACK LORIMER GRAY (CAN/ME/NY, 1927-1981) - Rare Large Folio “New York Harbor Collection”, one of 380 sets of 12 images in green faux leather folio, with a matching bound set of miniatures of the same 12 paintings in the style of an exhibition catalogue included, signed by the artist, and a Palm Beach Galleries invitation and program, Feb 8-14, 1972. Each print is pencil signed, numbered 28/380, on 28 1/2” x 40” sheets, 34” x 43 3/4” folio, 11 1/4” x 14 1/4” catalog. Good condition. $1,800 - $2,400
2591
2592 LARGE VICTORIAN STILL LIFE PAINTING - Well Painted Unsigned Study of Fruit and Nuts with an ornate silver bowl and cruet on a fancy tablecloth against a dark field, housed in an ornate gilt gesso deep cove frame, OS: 39” x 29”, SS: 29 1/2” x 19 1/2”. Fine, untouched condition. $700 - $900 2592
2593 JOHN PAUL CAPONIGRO (ME, 1965 - ) - “Triple Goddess, Allies”, 1996, digital color print, pencil signed and numbered 7/50 (first printing), purchased directly from the artist. In black box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 36” x 30”, image size: 22” x 22”. Fine $2,000 - $3,000 2593 condition. For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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2590 SARA PETERS GROZELIER (MA, 1821-1907) - “Mt. Kineo, Moosehead Lake, ME”, Drawn by Madm. Grozelier, J.H. Buford, Lith. 313 Washington St., Boston. (John Henry Buford, MA/NH, 1810-1870). Hand colored with watercolor and chalk, in the original flyspeck lemon gold frame, glazed, OS: 20 1/2” x 32 1/2”, SS: 15” x 27”. Edge tears, light rippling, some foxing. $1,000 - $1,500
2594 BERENICE ABBOTT (NY/ME, 1898-1981) - “Grammercy Park, West Side, looking S.E.”, gelatin silver photo, from Federal Art Project “Changing New York”, with the original rubber stamp verso, titled in pencil inscription and marked “Neg 47, Code # III D5, taken Nov. 27, 1935”. Unframed, loose, 8” x 10”. Fine condition. $2,000 - $3,000
2594
2595 ALFRED EISENSTAEDT (NY/MA, 1898-1995) - “Winston Churchill, Liverpool”, 1951, gelatin silver print, artist signed in ink, marked in pencil verso “Print made in 1985 by Time Inc Lab, #35326” & “Winston Churchill, 1951, by Alfred Eisenstaedt, Time Inc, All Rights Reserved”. Unframed, loose in mat, 14” x 11” glossy. Bends to lower corners of margin. COA from American Museum of Historical Documents. $2,000 - $3,000
2595
2596 (5) RARE & UNIQUE MAGIC LANTERN SLIDES OF CHARLIE CHAPLIN “ON LOCATION” ON L.A. BEACH - Five Candid Photos of Charlie Chaplin, circa 1917-19, on what appears to be Long Beach, mugging with Ben Turpin, Eric Campbell as a rich man, Leo White as a villain in top hat and beard, and what may be D.W. Griffith, showing a sheet as a light bounce (while Chaplin takes notes from Griffith?), at an Ice Cream Stand (with Griffith?) running the stand between Chaplin & Turpin, confrontation with a Keystone Cop, Chaplin playing with a bird marionette while grimacing, all 3 1/4” x 4”. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,500
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2597 RUTH BERNHARD (NY/CA/GERMANY, 1905-2006) - “Victorian House”, 1963, silver gelatin print, laid to mount, pencil signed, pencil signed and titled verso, unframed, in mat, 13 1/2” x 9 3/4” image. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2598 RUTH BERNHARD (NY/CA/GERMANY, 1905-2006) - “Shells, Architectura perspectiva - Turitella terebra”, 1943, silver gelatin print, laid to board, pencil signed, titled, dated and signed verso, unframed, in mat, 10 1/2” x 13” image. Fine condition. $1,500 - $2,000
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2599 LARRY FINK (PA/NY, 1941 - ) - “Boxing, Blue Horizon, Philadelphia”, gelatin silver photo, inscribed verso: 12/94, #10 - 31/32, signed and numbered 6/50. Unframed, in mat, 9 1/2” x 9 3/4” image on 14” x 11” sheet. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500 2599
2600 ALFRED STIEGLITZ (NY, 1864-1946) - “The Mauretania” from ‘Camera Work’ magazine No. 36, 1910. Photogravure, chine colle, 1911. Unframed. Page: 12 x 8-1/4 inches (30.5 x 21.0 cm) Tissue: 11 x 8 inches (27.9 x 20.3 cm) Image: 8 x 6-1/4 inches (20.3 x 15.9 cm). State: tipped onto page. Fine condition. $800 - $1,200
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2601 JOYCE TENNESON (NY/ME, 1945 - ) - “Pearl Nautilus”, gold leaf with photograph reverse printed on mylar, laid to birch panel, with lace stencil, signed verso and dated 2011, self-framed. Fine condition. $1,000 - $1,500
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2602 COLLECTION OF (105) GLASS MAGIC LANTERN SLIDES BELONGED TO I.M. HEDGES OF HAVERSTRAW, NY. - Ira M. Hedges (1838-1902), Quartermaster Sergeant of Co F, 98th NY Vol Inf 1861-65, Inspector General of the GAR, President of the First Haverstraw Bank, President of the Diamond Brick Co. (Haverstraw was the brick capitol of the world, Diamond was largest), with several photos of his first Lumber & Coal Co. on Broad St, along with other views of the town on the Hudson River, several of what may be his first modest home. Views of New York City ca. 1890 include: Fifth Ave., Wall St., Met Life Building, Madison Square Garden, Manhattan Life, St. Pauls Church (int & ext), Mills Building, Castle Clinton & Statue of Liberty. Photos probably taken in Maine (found in Maine), some with Hedges in the image, including many views of fishing from bank and canoe, with fish trophies; moose hunting with trophies, log cabin camp, nature shots of birds, deer and moose (some flash at night). PLUS Colorized portraits of family, mostly 2602 children, and views of Ireland. $750 - $1,250 For additional details and images see our website, www.thomastonauction.com
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