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Fairfield, Maine, December 1-2, 2010 ~ Hot on the heels of their hugely successful firearms auction that grossed over $10 Million (including a record $862,500 for a Fox shotgun once owned by Theodore Roosevelt) James D. Julia, Inc. just held their two-day fine lamp and art glass auction that hit a very strong $1.9 Million. Julia’s department head Dudley Browne was understandably very pleased with the results, though not at all surprised. He noted a number of pre-auction cues that suggested the auction would perform above expectations such as inquiries from new blood collectors and dealers as well as from veterans who perhaps hadn’t been as active in recent years. Browne attributed the improvement over this time last year to an optimistic economic outlook and Julia’s “cut above” philosophy of a quality offering of goods. Consisting of over 100 lamps together with a plethora of rare art glass, English and French cameo, and other treasures, this highly diverse auction was by all counts stunning. Topping the list was a spectacular Tiffany peony border floor lamp on a decorated senior base. Its massive shade featured a wide band of nicely detailed multihued mottled flowers below a geometric pattern of blue silver panels. Topped with a pigtail finial with curlicue tip, the shade rested on its original highly desirable bronze senior base. This rarity was a singular opportunity and earned every penny of its $172,500 selling price, nearing the upper end of its $125,000-175,000 estimate. Other Tiffany leaded table lamps included a beautiful daffodil table lamp on its original twisted vine base. The conical shade shows a swath of bright yellow daffodils complemented by its mottled blue background that appeared to be interspersed with fair weather clouds. This delightful scene, further enhanced by its naturalistic (and very rare) twisted vine bronze base resulted in the surpassing of its $40,000-50,000 estimate to land at $57,500. A Tiffany Poinsettia table lamp with intense dichroic geometric background above a fiery band of poinsettias around the perimeter came just in time for the holidays for one bidder. This enchanting piece sold for $48,875 above a $25,000-35,000 estimate. Other Tiffany lamps included a dogwood on an inverted trumpet base and an oak leaf and acorn lamp on a gorgeous tendril decorated bronze base. They sold for $46,000 and $35,650, respectively, each meeting or exceeding its particular estimate. A Tiffany Studios table lamp featuring downward facing dragonflies above heavily rippled ethereal blue and green glass that shimmered like sunshine on the water sold for $42,550, just inside its $40,000-60,000 estimate. And a most unusual Tiffany Studios hexagonal table lantern with intricate linking design and cabochon centers on each panel brought $27,600 within expectations of $20,000-30,000. The lamp portion of the sale continued with numerous examples from other renowned makers. Highlights included a stunning and rare Handel peacock floor lamp on its original peacock feather base. The textured reverse decorated shade brimming with colorful flowers also featured a finely detailed peacock with a long flowing tail. Topped with an unusual ball finial, the lamp also rested on its tall slender base completed by large peacock feathers forming the feet. It sold for $23,575 against an estimate of $20,000-30,000. An unusual Duffner & Kimberly Viking leaded table lamp featured an intricate abstract polychrome pattern segmented by bronze bands that terminated in Viking-esque griffin ship’s figureheads. This marvelous work saw active bidding to best the upper end of its $25,000-35,000 estimate, selling for $36,225. And a variety of desirable Pairpoint Puffy table lamps included several fine examples from the Edward & Sheila Malakoff collection, known authors and noted experts on Pairpoint. A marvelous Puffy Poppy with a brilliant cluster of flowers that come to life when the lamp is lit sold for $9,200 (est. $8,000-12,000). Also worthy of mention was a contemporary leaded table lamp from the studio of Joseph Porcelli whose allover floral pattern done in several different types of glass, created a marvelous three dimensional effect. Resting on a naturalistic Tiffany style bronze base this work sold within its $10,000-15,000 estimate for $10,925. Aside from the tremendous offering of lamps was an impressive fresh-to-the-market selection of English and French cameo glass with Daum performing quite admirably. Included was an important last second consignment, a rare Daum pierced gourd vase with applied beetle scuttling by a long naturalistic stem. This unusual item sold for $19,550, surpassing its $10,000-15,000 estimate. An outstanding Daum Nancy Crocus vase with delicate wheel-carved flowers above a sturdy bulbous base sold within its $15,000-25,000 estimate for $16,100. Also hitting the $16,100 mark was a tall slender cameo and enameled vase with a wheat motif enhanced by gilt highlights at the base. A rare organic shaped Daum vase with formed lip and decorated with delicate flowers and flitting bumblebees brought a solid $10,925 against a $10,000-15,000 estimate. And a Daum Pate de Verre paperweight from the private collection of Dorothy-Lee Jones collection featuring a purple mouse nibbling on a green mound nearly quintupled its $800-1,200 estimate to bring $3,910. For over twenty five years, Dorothy-Lee owned and operated the Jones Museum of glass and ceramics in Sebago, Maine. From the beginning, Jones was destined to be a collector. As early as eleven years old, she would travel with her mother (who was also an adamant collector) to museums and antique shops across the United States and throughout Europe. Their love of beautiful glass and ceramics combined with a thirst for knowledge fueled a lifelong passion for collecting and teaching about the intricacies of fine glass and ceramics and their design. Throughout the years, the museum attracted thousands of visitors from around the globe. Other French glass from her private collection included several early Galle cameo and enameled glass pieces. A monumental elongated neck vase with bulbous base featured an allover foliage pattern on an iridescent white background. Ignoring a $2,000-3,000 estimate, two determined bidders fought tooth and nail to get it with only one emerging as victor, the one willing to pay $9,775. And perhaps one of the largest Galle enameled vases ever created, a 17” translucent amber glass example enameled with autumnal thistles sold for $6,612 against a $3,000-5,000 estimate. Other art glass from the Dorothy-Lee Jones private collection included a fantastic Tiffany Aquamarine paperweight vase, a robust translucent example with internal daffodils inching up the sides. The quality was extraordinary and its form sublime. It saw much active bidding from phone bidders and those in attendance, well exceeding expectations of $15,000-20,000 to change hands at $34,500. From the same collection was a Tiffany vase internally decorated with spots of color and externally carved with leaves and stems corresponding with these colored areas. Making for a striking effect, it sold for $18,290 against a $6,000-9,000 estimate. And a rich royal blue Tiffany Favrile vase with pulled fishnet decoration brought $8,337, exceeding its $2,000-4,000 estimate. Others included a rare Steuben red Aurene decorated vase featuring gold iridescent pulled feather design around the rim leading to a creamy clambroth midsection. It was estimated for $6,000-8,000 and sold for $15,525. From another collection was an outstanding Steuben Tyrian vase with vertical ribbing and platinum leaf and vine design. It sold for $10,925 within expectations of $10,000-15,000. A Zsolnay Secessionist vase with an impressionistic and slightly iridescent design of a waterfall and mountain scene beneath a red sky was one of the sleepers. Expected to sell for $1,000-1,500, it finished up at $9,200. And a squat Quezal vase with flaring neck and decorated with an iridescent hooked feather design wouldn’t go quietly, selling for $6,900 against a $1,500-2,500 estimate. The auction continued with a generous selection of Victorian glass including several Burmese glass items such as a Webb mother of pearl satin vase. Enameled with flowers in various states of bloom over a background shading from a salmon pink to yellow, it sold for $10,350 more than doubling its $4,000-6,000 estimate. An ornate set of Lobmeyr enameled stemware and bowls decorated with Provincial Period images of men and women exceeded its $1,000-1,500 estimate to bring $8,337. There were other strong performers in this category perhaps suggesting a resurgence in Victorian glass after a period of its falling out of favor. A Mt. Washington Colonial vase in white opal glass with enameled ducks flying among cattails saw much activity, landing at $6,900 against an estimate of $2,000-3,000. Of the numerous Royal Flemish pieces in the auction, standouts included a scarce Snow Goose vase. This tall sky blue vase showing three geese in flight against a gold enameled sun and sold for $5,750 within a $5,000-7,000 estimate. From earlier that century, Jones’ collection of rare early glass included various fine examples such as one of the surprises of the day: a pair of whale oil lamps circa 1825. Consisting of free-blown fonts in white milk glass on clear pressed bases with their original pewter collars and burners, the bidding battle waged on for several minutes. When the smoke cleared, the pair went to a phone bidder for $11,500, nearly ten times its $1,200-1,400 estimate. Also up for bid was a select grouping of Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre. The line is considered quite rare because shortly after its introduction, the maker Daisy Makeig Jones was let go from her position at Wedgwood. In her fury she destroyed the remaining finished and unfinished pieces, relying on pieces that were already in the hands of buyers or retail outlets to survive into eternity. This auction featured the only known example of a Fairyland Lustre advertising plaque. Created for retailers to display to promote their Fairyland China Lustre line, it depicted various elfin creatures under a stylistic tree. It saw active bidding to $25,300, above an estimate of $10,000-15,000. A splendid covered box in the Nizami pattern showing a circle of Middle Eastern men talking in a garden setting went out at $10,925, exceeding its $5,000-6,000 estimate. And a diminutive vase in the Goblins pattern showed a parade of winged brown goblins walking through the vibrant green grass beneath a starry sky. It quickly surpassed its $2,500-3,500 estimate to ultimately sell for $8,050. A much earlier form of glassware, ancient Roman to be exact, was well received at this recent sale. Sold to benefit the Maine State Museum’s acquisition fund, a two-handled glass vessel done in swirling colors of amber and brown ignored a $100-200 estimate to settle in at $3,450. From the same collection, a bulbous vase with flaring rim and four applied handles went out at $2,242 against a $300-500 estimate. From Jones’ private collection were several small lots of ancient Roman vessels of varying sizes and shapes, which also performed well. Accessories included a generous offering of Tiffany bronze desk accessories. Highlights in this category included a double picture frame in the grapevine pattern with the traditional Tiffany green slag glass background. Estimated for $6,500-7,500, the frame brought $12,075. Helping to round out the sale was a collection of antique and contemporary glass paperweights, highlighted by one example in which a stylized butterfly rests on a white spiral latticinio bed. From the Dorothy-Lee Jones private collection, it left its $200-400 estimate far behind to sell for $4,887. An antique Clichy sulphide paperweight in which a bust of Benjamin Franklin is suspended over a rich translucent green background was also sold to benefit the Maine State Museum’s acquisition fund. Surpassing its $300-500 estimate, the piece sold for $4,025. Julia's upcoming auctions include their winter antiques & fine art auction taking place February 3 & 4, which will include extraordinary silver and early ceramics from the Jones Museum. Julia’s phenomenal firearms and military memorabilia auction will be held in March. Julia’s toy & doll auction will take place in April and their next rare lamp & glass auction will follow in June. Julia’s is currently accepting consignments for these and other upcoming auctions. Call immediately for inclusion in these exciting sales. For more information or to place offers on unsold items, contact their offices at 207-453-7125. James D. Julia, Inc., P.O. Box 830, Dept. PR, Fairfield, ME 04937. E-mail: info@jamesdjulia.com.

To view more Selected Highlights from this auction please click here

	Topping the list was a spectacular Tiffany peony border floor lamp on a decorated senior base. Its massive shade featured a wide band of nicely detailed multihued mottled flowers below a geometric pattern of blue silver panels. This rarity was a singular opportunity and earned every penny of its $172,500 selling price, nearing the upper end of its $125,000-175,000 estimate
	Other art glass included a fantastic Tiffany Aquamarine paperweight vase, a robust translucent example with internal daffodils inching up the sides. The quality was extraordinary and its form sublime. It saw much active bidding from phone bidders and those in attendance, well exceeding expectations of $15,000-20,000 to change hands at $34,500
	This rare Steuben red Aurene decorated vase featuring gold iridescent pulled feather design around the rim leading to a creamy clambroth midsection was estimated for $6,000-8,000 and sold for $15,525
	This auction featured the only known example of a Fairyland Lustre advertising plaque. Created for retailers to display to promote their Fairyland China Lustre line, it depicted various elfin creatures under a stylistic tree. It saw active bidding to $25,300, above an estimate of $10,000-15,000
	An unusual Duffner & Kimberly Viking leaded table lamp featured an intricate abstract polychrome pattern segmented by bronze bands that terminated in Viking-esque griffin ship’s figureheads. This marvelous work saw active bidding to best the upper end of its $25,000-35,000 estimate to land at $36,225
	Other Tiffany leaded table lamps included a beautiful daffodil table lamp on its original twisted vine base. The conical shade with a swath of bright yellow daffodils resting on its naturalistic (and very rare) twisted vine bronze base sold above its $40,000-50,000 estimate for $57,500
	French cameo glass included an important last second consignment, a rare Daum pierced gourd vase with applied beetle scuttling by a long naturalistic stem. This unusual item sold for $19,550, surpassing its $10,000-15,000 estimate
	One of the surprises of the day was a pair of whale oil lamps. Consisting of free-blown fonts in white milk glass on clear pressed bases with their original pewter collars and burners, the bidding battle waged on for several minutes. When the smoke cleared, the pair went to a phone bidder for $11,500, nearly ten times its $1,200-1,400 estimate
	A collection of antique and contemporary glass paperweights was highlighted by a stylized butterfly resting on a white spiral latticinio bed. From the Dorothy-Lee Jones private collection, it left its $200-400 estimate far behind to sell for $4,887
	Burmese glass items included a Webb mother of pearl satin vase. Enameled with flowers in various states of bloom over a background shading from a salmon pink to yellow, it sold for $10,350 more than doubling its $4,000-6,000 estimate
	A Tiffany Poinsettia table lamp with intense dichroic geometric background above a fiery band of poinsettias around the perimeter came just in time for the holidays for one bidder. This enchanting piece sold for $48,875 above a $25,000-35,000 estimate
	Accessories included a generous offering of Tiffany bronze desk accessories. Highlights in this category included a double picture frame in the grapevine pattern with the traditional Tiffany green slag glass background. Estimated for $6,500-7,500, the frame brought $12,075

Fairfield, Maine, June 22-23, 2010 ~ For the few weeks leading up to their auction, the Julia firm was filled with pride, anticipation, and trepidation. Pride because they had been told on numerous occasions that their upcoming glass and lamp auction was perhaps the largest, finest, and most diverse grouping of this type that had ever been offered at one auction anywhere in the world for the last couple years. Anticipation because they had a considerable amount of monetary value and the potential for doing well. Trepidation because this is a different world today and the world economy and collecting fraternities of the world are not what they were three years ago. This is a buyer’s market, not a seller’s market. It is exceedingly difficult to predict what is going to happen. They of course knew that because this was such a high profile auction, a great number of collectors would be watching the performance. If they were successful, it would bode well for their company and for the glass and lamp world as a whole. Healthy prices create confidence in buyers, and the positive cycle continues. Poor sales results exacerbate doubt and insecurity in the market. The auction was a cross-section of the art glass marketplace, consisting of objects found in the booths and shops of leading dealers throughout the world. As such, the value ranged from a few hundred dollars to $100,000+ and included art nouveau, 20th Century American art glass, paperweights, KPM plaques, lamps of all types, miniature lamps, French and English cameo glass, Fairyland Lustre, and more. When the smoke cleared, it was clear the market was still healthy and active. Just over 1,000 lots were offered and the low estimate of the items sold of approximately $1.6 Million with a final selling price of just under $2 Million. This was over $300,000 over low estimate and certainly a statistic to be proud of. Of the strong performances, Tiffany did not disappoint. Highlights included company firsts such as offering one of every size of Dragonfly leaded table lamps Tiffany ever created. Rare and desirable in their own right, the opportunity to encounter each of the four sizes in one location was a unique experience. The spectacular 22” drop head example led the grouping with a border consisting of nine beautiful dragonflies finished with green cabochon eyes. Their brilliant blue bodies and overlapping wings set against a background of butterscotch glass were also embedded with various cabochon jewels. This stunning lamp brought a solid $109,250. The 16” version with its conical shade was decorated with seven dragonflies whose bodies and wings exhibited a granite type texture. The sparkling opalescent effect was further enhanced by brass filigree and pressed glass jewel eyes. This example sold within its estimate of $55,000-65,000, landing at $60,950. Alas, the 20” and 14” versions failed to find buyers. Other Tiffany leaded table lamps included a beautiful and rare Tiffany Studios geranium design lamp featuring multihued floral blossoms and broad green leaves on an intense blue background. It easily surpassed its $30,000-40,000 estimate, ultimately selling for $63,250. The Greek key pattern lamps also found favor among bidders. Of the two similarly styled Tiffany Studios table lamps with geometric brick tops leading to a band of interlocking square mazes, the smaller example featured a background of mottled green and yellow panels that would come to life with a turn of a knob. Each sold at the upper end of its particular estimate for $37,950 and $34,500, respectively. Floor lamps included an exceptional Tiffany Acorn leaded example depicting a band of opposing acorns beneath a geometric pattern of beautifully mottled panels. Fresh from a Maine home where it had resided for the last 85 years, it found a new home, selling within its $30,000-40,000 estimate for $32,775. A massive Tiffany Studios decorated Senior floor base with brilliant and desirable green-brown patina and ornate Art Nouveau styling sold for $47,150 within expectations of $40,000-60,000. Tiffany lamps in the “unleaded” variety included a wonderful four arm candelabra on a circular base supported by five wafer feet leading to a vertically ribbed stem finished with four lovely gold favrile wave pattern tulip shades. It exceeded expectations of $12,500-15,000 to finish up at $16,100. A Tiffany Studios Damascene lamp with an intense blue shade decorated with an allover wave pattern saw much activity to propel it to $14,375 against an $8,000-12,000 estimate. A Tiffany 3-light lily lamp on a ribbed platform with chocolate brown patina and ribbed gold favrile shades with scalloped edges brought $7,187 (est. $4,500-5,500). A selection of Duffner & Kimberly leaded lamps was highlighted by a rare Colonial with fiery sunset-orange glass fish scale panels separated by green vertical concave panels and an irregular floral border. It surpassed its $8,000-12,000 estimate to settle in at $12,650. And a stunning fully leaded table lamp with allover ivy pattern in a range of striated greens in just as many textures on a sparkling apricot background sold mid-way through its $14,000-18,000 estimate for $16,100. Even contemporary maker Joseph Porcelli got into the act with his beautiful floral pattern table lamp in a multitude of rich color. Depicting lilies, roses, and azaleas, the craftsmanship would make Tiffany stand up and take notice. It exceeded expectations of $8,000-10,000 to sell for $19,837. Also up for bid was a variety of desirable Pairpoint Puffy table lamps including a truly outstanding Pairpoint Puffy apple tree. Featuring a background of rich green leaves and lovely pink apple blossoms surrounding green and red apples, the shade was further enhanced by a pair of bumble bees on one side and two colorful butterflies on the other. Completed by a tree trunk base, it sold within its $20,000-40,000 estimate for $23,575. The lamp portion of the sale continued with numerous examples by Handel. A beautiful metal overlay floor lamp with eight sunset glass panels enveloped within palm trees found a buyer at $9,200 within an estimate of $7,000-10,000. And an outstanding six-panel Handel hanging lantern with similarly styled sunset glass overlaid with a highly detailed tropical scene sold for more than double the low end of its $4,000-6,000 estimate for $9,775. An unusual Handel glass candle screen with decoration and feel similar to their renowned lamps was decorated with a scene centered on a streamside outcropping of trees against the setting sun in the background. Decorated both on the front and reverse, it gives a wonderful three dimensional effect. It hit the upper end of its $2,500-3,500 estimate to bring $3,450. Aside from the tremendous offering of lamps was an impressive fresh-to-the-market selection of English and French cameo glass. Usually one of the more popular segments in Julia’s auctions, English cameo glass seemed to be the stronger of the two while French cameo saw hit and miss activity. Among the hits was an outstanding Daum Nancy pitcher in the Prairie pattern with cameo and enameled flowers amid a landscape background. Applied with a frosted glass handle with gold highlighting, it exceeded its $10,000-15,000 estimate to bring $16,675. Nearly as impressive was a Daum cameo and enameled autumn scene vase with towering trees and changing leaves against a light blue mottled background that sold for $10,637 against expectations of $8,000-12,000. A magnificent Daum Nancy blackbird pillow vase with enameled birds foraging and resting among the snow covered trees brought $9,200 against an $8,000-12,000 estimate. An exceptional Daum Nancy ewer internally decorated with a yellow, orange, and brown background was enhanced by cameo flowers, stems and leaves colored with vitrified glass powders. The process of applying powdered glass during the forming process gives the piece a marvelous effect. Estimated for $4,000-6,000, it sold for $4,600. Daum Nancy rain scene items included an unusual deep tray and a tumbler-shaped vase, each with frosty pink and green coloration enameled with swaying saplings amid a torrential downpour. They sold for $5,750 and $3,392, respectively, each hitting the midpoint of its presale estimate. Other French cameo included an unusual Muller cameo vase decorated with a parade of penguins that waddled its way to $4,830, surpassing expectations of $2,000-3,000. English cameo glass was underscored by makers such as Thomas Webb & Sons and Stevens & Williams. An outstanding Webb white over cranberry junior banquet lamp with fine detailed floral carving and its original red chimney came in with a $15,000-25,000 estimate and finished up at $23,000. A Webb three color shoulder vase with exceptional wheel cut pompons, leaves and stems tripled expectations of $2,000-2,500 to change hands at $6,325. A most unusual cinnamon colored squat Webb vase with flared rim decorated with flowers and butterflies resulted in a bidding battle beyond its $800-1,200 estimate to ultimately sell for $4,025. Marquetry vases included a truly outstanding example with the special engraving “Galle Etude”, which was Galle’s personal mark of approval for this particular type of vase. Through the process, some type of damage by the frequent heating and cooling was prevalent. However, he felt that it was an exceptional piece worth being put on the market and carrying his name. The exceptional quality shown in the multicolored flowers inlaid into a frosted amber and purple background cannot be denied. It came to the block with its original presentation box and an $8,000-10,000 estimate selling for $12,075. Also included was a number of Galle mold-blown vases, highlighted by an exceptional fuchsia design with purple and light blue flowers and dark amber leaves. Completed by a yellow background and opalescence at the mouth, the captivating texture and attractive decoration propelled the bidding to $11,210 within a $10,000-15,000 estimate. A Galle mold-blown clematis vase in shades of chartreuse and purple featured a well defined floral pattern over its bulbous form. This gorgeous piece sold for $10,062 versus an estimate of $9,000-12,000. Other fine art glass included a selection of Jack in the Pulpit vases such as a magnificent 20” example with bulbous foot and slender stem leading to a wide ruffled face. Finished with a lovely gold iridescence with strong green and pink highlights, it sold above its $16,000-20,000 estimate for $21,275. A Tiffany Studios flower form vase with delicate pulled feather design and a ruffled and slumped lip resting on a delicate slender stem and inverted saucer foot brought a respectable $9,200 within expectations of $8,000-12,000. A rare Tiffany organic form ribbed vase decorated with an intense red Art Nouveau ribbon design was finished with a complementary gold chain pattern. It bested its $6,000-8,000 estimate to sell for $8,625. The auction continued with a massive selection of Steuben. Numbering over 100 lots, it included vases, baskets, bowls, and bottles. Of particular interest was a gold aurene shouldered vase decorated with a stunning allover peacock feather design in green and platinum that hit mid-estimate for $7,080. A rare and impressive Steuben blue jade vase rich in color exceeded its $2,500-3,500 estimate to bring $5,175. And a scarce turquoise aurene vase with pulled feather decoration likewise beat out its $2,500-3,500 estimate to land at $4,600. A selection of over 40 antique paperweights included Baccarat, Clichy, and others. A rare and extremely elaborate Baccarat example with tiny canes, numerous animals, and flowers was a sight to see. It sold for $12,650 within an estimate of $12,000-14,000. A most uncommon Clichy paperweight centered on a green millefiori cane from which emanates a spread of red and white honeycomb cells went to a collector willing to go to $10,350 despite a $6,500-8,500 estimate. And a Baccarat two-flower paperweight consisting of stylized blossoms surrounded by a garland of millefiori canes. Estimated for $6,000-8,000, it finished up at $8,625. A fantastic offering of Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre, the largest offering of its type Julia’s has ever handled, performed well. The very advanced style of decoration of the line has retained popularity over the last decades and is considered quite rare. Standouts included a splendid octagonal bowl decorated on the exterior in the Geisha pattern against a midnight luster background. The interior of the bowl, decorated with Running Figures decoration with various running elves in each of the eight panels defines “art pottery”. It brought $8,625 within an estimate of $8,000-10,000. An outstanding malfrey pot decorated in the Firbolg pattern with woodland sprites running among the trees beneath a Northern Lights style sky sold within estimate for $8,050. And a lovely Fairyland Lustre plate decorated in the Imps on a Bridge pattern with other fanciful creatures about was quite appealing, bringing $6,900 nearing the top of its $5,000-7,000 estimate. Also worthy of mention is a collection of 17 rare works by George Ohr from a Pennsylvania collection. Known as the Mad Potter of Biloxi, his works (dating to the 1910s) exhibit a wild free form and creative independence. The collection fared well overall with a bulging vase narrowing to a fluted lip exceeding all others. Finished with a mottled pink and green glaze, it sold for $3,220 against expectations of $800-1,200. An interesting puzzle mug that required the user to drink from a certain location on the mug lest he drench himself with his beverage sold for $1,380, likewise exceeding an $800-1,200 estimate. A first-rate selection of desirable KPM plaques, which usually brings the house down surprisingly did not see a lot of action. Opportunities abound as offers are now being accepted for these and other unsold items by contacting the Julia offices. One example that saw active bidding portrayed an elegant lady with plumed hat holding a bouquet of flowers. Estimated to bring $5,000-6,000, it changed hands at $5,175. Helping to close out the sale was a large selection of Tiffany bronze desk accessories and a collection of mini lamps and fairy lamps. Of the former, highlights included such sought after patterns as Double X, Zodiac, Grapevine, Venetian, and others. Included were various office accessories for the successful business person. Highlights included a double picture frame in the Grapevine pattern in a multitude of greens and bronze vine overlay. Exceeding expectations of $5,000-7,000, it sold for $8,050. Two other frames in the Pine Needle pattern with detail beading, one in gold finish and the other a verdigris bronze finish each brought $5,750 surpassing estimates of $5,000-5,500 apiece. Mini lamps and fairy lamps were underscored by an extremely rare miniature nautilus lamp. Its base is decorated with Nailsea blue drag loop embellishment over its shell shaped body and completed by applied crystal frosted feet. This leads to its matching ruffled rim shade and is completed by its original clear chimney. It gave its $5,000-7,000 estimate shellshock, selling for $9,775. A rainbow satin mini lamp also performed well. Its mother of pearl satin glass raindrop pattern with colors of pastel pinks, yellows, and blues was most appealing. It finished up at just above mid-estimate for $6,037. Julia's upcoming auctions include their annual End of Summer antiques & fine art auction in August while a phenomenal firearms and military memorabilia auction will be held in October. Julia’s next rare lamp & glass auction as well as their toy & doll auction will follow in November. Julia’s is currently accepting consignments for these and other upcoming auctions. Call immediately for inclusion in these exciting sales. For more information or to place offers on unsold items, contact their offices at 207-453-7125. James D. Julia, Inc., P.O. Box 830, Dept. PR, Fairfield, ME 04937. E-mail: info@jamesdjulia.com.

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	Highlights in Tiffany lamps included this spectacular 22” Tiffany drop head dragonfly table lamp that brought a solid $109,250
	A selection of Duffner & Kimberly leaded lamps was highlighted by a rare Colonial with fiery sunset-orange glass fish scale panels separated by green vertical concave panels and an irregular floral border. It surpassed its $8,000-12,000 estimate to settle in at $12,650
	English cameo glass included an outstanding Webb white over cranberry junior banquet lamp with fine detailed floral carving and its original red chimney. It hit the upper end of its $15,000-25,000 estimate to sell for $23,000
	Other Tiffany leaded table lamps included a beautiful and rare Tiffany Studios geranium design lamp featuring multihued floral blossoms and broad green leaves on an intense blue background. It easily surpassed its $30,000-40,000 estimate to sell for $63,250
	An outstanding Daum Nancy pitcher in the Prairie pattern with cameo and enameled flowers amid a landscape background and applied frosted glass handle exceeded its $10,000-15,000 estimate to bring $16,675
	Marquetry vases included a truly outstanding example with the special engraving “Galle Etude”, which was Galle’s personal mark of approval for this particular type of vase. It came to the block with its original presentation box and an $8,000-10,000 estimate and sold for $12,075
	Mini lamps and fairy lamps were highlighted by an extremely rare miniature nautilus lamp. Decorated with Nailsea blue drag loop over its shell shaped body, it gave its $5,000-7,000 estimate shellshock, selling for $9,775
	A stunning Duffner & Kimberly table lamp with allover ivy pattern in a range of striated greens in just as many textures on a sparkling apricot background sold mid-way through its $14,000-18,000 estimate for $16,100
	Fine art glass included this 20" Jack in the Pulpit vase with bulbous foot and slender stem leading to a wide ruffled face. Finished with a lovely gold iridescence, it sold above its $16,000-20,000 estimate for $21,275
	A fantastic offering of Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre included a splendid octagonal bowl decorated in the Geisha pattern against a midnight luster background. It brought $8,625 within an estimate of $8,000-10,000
	This Quezal decorated vase in hooked feather and vertical zipper design surpassed expectations of $2,000-3,000 to sell for $5,520
	A collection of over 40 paperweights included this rare and extremely elaborate Baccarat example with tiny canes, numerous animals, and flowers. It sold for $12,650 within an estimate of $12,000-14,000
	Of the two Tiffany Studios Greek Key table lamps, this example featured a background of mottled green and yellow panels that would come to life with a turn of a knob. It sold at the upper end of its$35,000-45,000 estimate for $37,950