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2000
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$3,851.25 |
FINE REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA OFFICERS FOWLER.
This is a nice example of a 7′ long commercial officers fusil or fowler, circa 1780. The first model style Brown Bess lock exhibits good markings. Brass trigger guard, buttplate, thumbplate and lock escutcheon are engraved. Stock exhibits raised carving rear of barrel tang in shape of beavertail terminating into stylized clam shell. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Gun appears original and complete, though front ramrod pipe is replaced and stock is broken and repaired forward of rear ramrod thimble. Grain appears to match, though barrel was not removed to be sure. There is inset 1″ wood repair on right side, about 8″ forward of lock and large chip of wood missing above lockplate. First model Brown Bess-style lock exhibits broad arrow proof, forward of crown and GR cypher. Brass mounts are well fit with discernible engraving, including small panoply of arms on top of buttplate. Commercial proofs are found on breech of 66″ 75 caliber barrel. Brass tipped iron ramrod is later replacement. Lock functions. 49597-11 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2000
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2001
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$3,555.00 |
17th CENTURY COLONIAL ERA DOG-LOCK LONG FOWLER.
Quite rare are examples of dog-lock Long Fowlers that were utilized by the first colonists in America. The first colonists in Jamestown and Plymouth utilized match-locks but by 1630, the transition to dog-locks had became in earnest. The common arms supplied by the Massachusetts Bay Company are known to have contained 6-1/2′ long fowling pieces, which this gun measures. This information is published by Harold Peterson on page 44 of his 1956 Arms and Armor in Colonial America. The only markings on this gun are a hand engraved “29/F” on breech which could represent the year 1629. “Judging from the number of dog-locks used in Colonial America that are still extant today, it would appear that type of lock was more widely used than any other from about 1625-1675. Dog-locks and parts of dog-locks have been found in quantity in the excavations of 17th Century sites, and several well preserved and well authenticated specimens exist in public and private collections throughout the country”. Few arms in this configuration have ever been publicly offered in auction, especially retaining this massive 62″ octagonal breech 75 caliber barrel which tapers to round and then terminates in an octagonal flared muzzle. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Forestock is restored from muzzle back 39″ as are ramrod pipes and ramrod. Otherwise, gun is good, sound, iron patina. Stock has large chip forward of lock and long hairline crack about 10″ forward lock on right side. Mechanism appears functional. 49597-13 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2001
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2002
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$24,292.50 |
SAMUEL DROWNE, PISCATAQUA, NEW HAMPSHIRE SIGNED SILVER AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR EAGLE-POMMEL OFFICERS SWORD OF CAPT SAMUEL STORER.
This exact sword is pictured as plate 44 in Harold Peterson’s American Silver Mounted Swords, 1700-1815, 1955. Peterson in his text describes this sword as follows: By Samuel Drowne, Piscataqua (Portsmouth, N.H.) 1749-1815. Belonged to Samuel Storer of Newport, R.I., 1752-1815. A typical form of the weapon with pierced and decorated counterguard. The obverse branch of the counterguard has been broken off. The slightly curved blade has two narrow fullers and is decorated with etched designs for the first third of its length. The scabbard is russet leather tooled with straight parallel lines as well as short punched lines. There are three silver mounts with scrolled edges and decorative bandings. Suspension is provided for by two carrying rings. The reverse side of the throat is engraved “S. Drowne/Piscataqua”. 33-1/2 inches overall, blade 27-1/4 inches by 1-1/8 inches wide at the hilt”. September 1940 article by Stephen Decatur in American Collector Magazine features this sword and other rare silver by Drowne. Excerpts from this article tell a bit of this Patriot silversmiths history. “Undoubtedly, the name of Samuel Drowne is as well known as that of any of the early silversmiths of Portsmouth, NH, but locally, at least, it is more generally remembered because of the prominent part its owner played in the affairs of his community during the period of the American Revolution and in the years immediately thereafter. Like many other American silversmiths of the time, he was an ardent supporter of the patriot cause and, in fact, he was concerned in an affair which, since it antedates the fights at Lexington and Concord, is considered by many historians as marking the true beginning of the Revolution. Early in December 1774, a rumor became current in Boston that the British intended to send troops to occupy Ft William and Mary at the mouth of Portsmouth Harbor. On the 13th of the month, Paul Revere galloped to Portsmouth with letters to the Committee of Correspondence there reporting this expected move. The following evening a party of several hundred men from Portsmouth and neighboring towns went down the river in boats and, in spite of the fire of the small garrison, landed, stormed, and captured the fort. As it turned out there were not casualties on either side, a happy chance which may explain why this exploit has not achieved greater prominence. The originator and one of the leaders of it was Captain Thomas Pickering, Drowne’s brother-in-law, and the silversmith was a member of his company. The principal object of the patriots in this affair was to secure the powder stored in the fort before the British troops could get it and upwards of 400 barrels of the precious material were taken and secretly removed upriver to places of safety. This part of the program was engineered by Drowne and he arranged it so successfully that the authorities were unable to recover a single barrel. Later, some of this powder was used at the Battle of Bunker Hill where, it would seem, there was, unfortunately, not enough. Samuel, the silversmith, a son of a preacher, was born in Providence, RI in 1749 and died in Portsmouth, NH in 1815. He married Mary, a daughter of Capt. Thomas Pickering, one of the largest landowners of Portsmouth, a prominent citizen and a military officer who was killed in battle with the Indians at Casco to the eastward. The Capt. Thomas Pickering of the Ft. William and Mary exploit was, of course, a brother of the silversmith’s wife. He was captain of privateers and was killed in 1779 during the capture of a British letter of marque, a vessel much more powerful than the 20-gun ship Hampden, which he commanded. A few months after the capture of the fort, Samuel Drowne was placed in charge of the leading Tories in his neighborhood to see that they conducted themselves discreetly. In 1778 he was a member of Col. John Langdon’s Company of Light Horses, an organization especially formed from among the gentlemen of Portsmouth, to assist in the operations in Rhode Island, and was with it during the attempted capture of Newport. In 1954 this sword was loaned by Stephen Decauter to the exhibition at the Corcoran Gallery of Art display of American silver mounted swords. Capt. Samuel Storer was originally a cavalryman and later the commander of a privateer. He, like the sword’s maker, was part of a very prominent Portsmouth family and married the sister of Tobias Lear who was George Washington’s long time confidant and secretary. There is a famous incident when George Washington as President visited Samuel Storer at the Lear home and blessed Samuel’s son “GEORGE WASHINGTON STORER”. George Washington Storer would go on to be an American admiral continuing a long line of Storer family American military officers. James Julia Auctions in February of 2010 sold an archive descended in the Lear-Storer-Decauter family, including other Storer swords, uniforms, etc. This archive included a map of the Yorktown battlefield that sold in excess of $1,000,000. PROVENANCE: Stephen Decatur, Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good overall. Scabbard is constructed with leather veneer over wooden core with several leather sections missing as can be seen in photos. The “certifiable antique carved walrus ivory” grip has a longitudinal age crack. Branch of guard, as stated in description,is missing and is well patinated at the breaks. Drag missing finial. 49488-4 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2002
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2003
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$3,555.00 |
REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA FLINTLOCK PISTOL.
This elegant flintlock pistol measures 15-3/4″ overall with 10″ 75 caliber rifled barrel. This gun has relief carved beavertails behind lock and lock escutcheon and relief carved clam-shell behind tang. Gun is totally unmarked, though brass mounts are engraved. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good overall. Wood has hand worn patina. Iron fittings are smooth with patina. Brass mounts are well fit with engraving and patina. Gun appears complete and original flint. Mechanically gun functions well with scratches on frizzen from recent flint striking. 49476-105 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2003
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2004
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$2,962.50 |
FINE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR OFFICERS SWORD.
This classic Revolutionary War hanger exhibits slotted guard, “grotesque” stylized lion head unique to American swords of the Revolutionary War. The blade is dated “1745” with stylized running animal as seen on quality blades of mid-18th Century. Similar examples can be found in all the standard references on American swords of the Revolutionary War. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good overall. Brass hilt and pommel sound with old cleaning, mustard colored patina, 27-1/4″ blade is grey with good markings with numerous small nicks in cutting edge as can be seen in photo. Smooth wood grip has hand worn patina. 49488-3 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2004
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2005
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$651.75 |
REVOLUTIONARY WAR COMMISSION OF CAPTAIN BENJAMIN CONKLIN.
Commission is signed by Connecticut Governor Jonathan Trumbull May 25, 1781 a Captain in the 2nd Company of the 14th Connecticut Regiment. Previously, Conklin was Captain of several privateers. Conklin is mentioned in several accounts of included research taking prizes of 7,000 gallons of rum, another schooner loaded with fish and 75,000 feet of mahogany and 30 tons of log wood. Conklin is associated with at least 3 vessels between 1775 and 1779; “Spy”, “Revenge”, and “John” which had a crew of six men and one gun. Conklin was commissioned commander of the “John” May 8, 1779. On September 26, 1777, Conklin was chased by a British Man of War and schooner of 12 guns trying to cut him off from land on his way to Newport. The English schooner ran on at Watch Hill Reef during the chase. A brisk fire was kept up between the English schooner and Connklin for several hours. The schooner remained on the reef until next morning and set on fire and then her men went aboard the Man of War’s boat and left her, she was soon blown up by her magazine. The guns, some small arms, and anchors were saved, and a man was found dead by the side of her. Captain Conklin escaped unhurt. Conklin’s commission is framed but there is also an original early roll up leather document pouch or wallet and another leather wrapper that originally contained the commission along with an envelope stating “Commission of Capt Benjamin Conklin, Revolutionary War”. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Commission is framed, apparently on an archival board with plastic corners holding document in place. There are cracks, folds and small repairs. There are several reductions, one affecting text in center of document, about 1″ x 1-1/2″ as can be seen in photos. 49476-23 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2005
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2006
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$18,960.00 |
FINE FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR POWDER HORN AND COMMISSIONS OF ABNER CURTIS, ALONG WITH HIS REVOLUTIONARY WAR COMMISSION.
Professional scrimshawed horn measuring 15″ long and 3″ diameter base, “ENSIGN ABNER CURTIS’S / HORN MADE AT CROWN POINT SEPT 26 1759″. Two Colonial British commissions signed by Thomas Fitch, Governor of the Colony of Connecticut (March 22, 1759 – Ensign. March 24, 1760 – Lieutenant). Crown Point played an important role in the French and Indian War with a large British garrison built in 1759 after the French had been pushed back into Canada. Later during the American Revolution, on May 12, 1775 the garrison at Crown Point was taken from the British by ‘THE GREEN MOUNTAIN BOYS” and later used as a staging area by Benedict Arnold for the Navy on Lake Champlain. The fort was abandoned by the Americans in 1777 and the British held this fort until abandoned 1780. The United States, with the defeat of the British, had no need for this fort and it was left to deteriorate. Crown Point is now a historic park rebuilt to the way it looked in 1759. Powder horns made at Crown Point are well known from French and Indian War and later from the Revolutionary War. There is at least one additional Curtis family horn known also carved at Crown Point. An interesting note, this horn and three commissions offered here were displayed in 1906 during the centennial celebration of Meriden, CT. Revolutionary War commission to Lt. Abner Curtis signed by Governor John Trumbull, March 21, 1777 is framed with French & Indian War examples. Also included in this lot are several other framed and loose 18th Century family documents and two family bibles. Along with Mr. Toffolon’s research materials regarding the powder horn and the Curtis family. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Horn very good overall. An old chip and several cracks at spout. Horn has good surface. Decoration easily seen. Stopper is a more contemporary addition. Documents are easily read, though damage to seals evident on two French and Indian War appointments. These two commissions are cracked at folds and dry mounted in frame. The Revolutionary War appointment is missing seal but easily read as mounted in same frame. The two bibles are both shaken with cracked hinges. One missing title page; other appears complete. Dated 1785, Edingburgh. Several inscriptions including “Lucy Curtis, her bible bought in the year 1786”. There are numerous small notes and some laid-in lists showing births and deaths in family including Winfield Curtis’s birth in 1848 who had loaned these commissions and horn to the 1906 Meriden Centennial Celebration. 49488-1 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2006
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2007
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$355.50 |
LARGE CARVED POWDER HORN.
Nicely carved and polished priming horn having a wood plug and carved notched mouth to hold carrying strap. Probably York, PA, circa 1800. SIZE: 18″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good with great patina. 49476-82 (700-900) – Lot 2007
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2008
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$2,844.00 |
FINE RIFLEMAN’S POUCH AND POWDER HORN.
Attributed to the York, PA., area, circa 1800. 7″ x 8″ leather pouch having a flap decorated with stylized tulip, belt having a strap holding a 13″ screw top powder horn. Horn is nicely polished with fine turned screw top and domed button top end. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Small leather accessory straps have breaks and repair, main strap is intact, pouch has some cracking and leather loss but generally intact for its age. 49488-8 (800-1,200) – Lot 2008
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2009
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$1,066.50 |
CHAPEAU-DE-BRAS CIRCA 1830 OF CAPTAIN JOHN WOODMANSEE.
Chapeau de bras is beaver skin with silk edging, decorated with embroidered American eagles. Hat is contained in a contemporary box which contains a red feather plume and shirt facing of same era. Box has a typed label “TRAINING HAT OF CAPT. JOHN WOODMANSEE GRANDFATHER OF CLARK W. WOODMANSEE, SR. CAPT. JOHN WOODMANSEE LIVED FROM 1806 TO 1878”. There is also a deed in box from 1867 for the purchase of some land in Connecticut to the Captain whose residence is stated as Boston along with a couple other documents and some research. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme CT. CONDITION: Hat is fairly sound and overall fair with vermin damage. Three large holes are eaten, largest being about 3″ on one edge as can be seen in photographs. Eagle decorations on edging are well discerned. Silk liner is frayed at edges, though “Hartford” makers mark is quite discernible. Wallpaper box is foxed, soiled and stained, bent and has a sewn repair to one edge. Bottom of box ink inscription “Mr. S. Wickham, Norwich”. 49476-19 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2009
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2010
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$12,442.50 |
REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA TRICORN HAT.
A difficult object to find for the Revolutionary War collector is an original tricorn hat. The cocked hat was the most popular form of gentleman’s headgear circa 1750-1800. This particular piece of headgear is in fine condition with a hand sewn polished cotton liner, hand sewn leather sweatband, cockade, ribbons and felted edging. The cockade device exhibits a hand embroidered six-pointed star sewn over most likely a brass or pewter button. There is an old pasted ink label inside crown which reads “ASEL STEERE’S PROPERTY”. The research included locates an Asel Steere born 1780 in Gloucester, RI, dying in 1871. Asel had two older brothers William and Richard who would have been 16 and 17 years old at the close of the war. Asel’s father, Stephen, was a Quaker and pacifist and did not serve during the war. Also in records is listed in the 1777 military census the names of 15 different Steere’s including an Asa all aged 16-50 that were able to bear arms. Regardless of who originally owned this hat, if not Asel, the hat still appears to be correct and of the era and we have never see another contemporary tricorn offered for sale and overall condition is excellent for display. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good overall. Insect damage to scattered areas. Nap on velvet ribbons and edging worn and only about 50% intact. Lining and sweatband both fairly sound. 49476-125 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2010
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2011
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$948.00 |
LARGE DECORATED BAND BOX BY HANNAH DAVIS, JAFFREY, NEW HAMPSHIRE.
Oval box has newspaper interior of the “The Massachusetts Spy 1831”. Cover with Concord, NH, newspaper and retaining its original paper label “Warranted nailed band-boxes, made by Hannah Davis, Jaffrey”. Exterior having blue, green and white wallpaper with a scene of a house, water, figure in boat and a hunter on shore with trees. SIZE: 15-1/2″ h x 19-1/4″ w x 14-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 95% of wallpaper present with losses mostly on cover, some water staining, otherwise good. 49476-20 (800-1,200) – Lot 2011
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2012
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$829.50 |
ARCHIVE OF CONNECTICUT REVOLUTIONARY WAR ERA DOCUMENTS.
This grouping contains four Revolutionary War dated receipts concerning Pay in Continental Army. There is also a canceled 1789 pay receipt to Col. Jonathan Trumbull, three other miscellaneous 18th Century documents. There is a small 6-1/2″ x 4″ ledger containing 40 pages concerning actions in the County Court in Norwich in 1752. Also included in this lot, is an engraved watch paper, about 2″ in diameter “Will’m Cleveland, Watch & Clock Maker, Norwich”. Back of watch paper is dated 1829. A small framed facsimile of Cleveland and file of research accompanies this lot. Also in this lot, is a framed December 16, 1773 addition of the Norwich Packet newspaper. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Documents are overall fair to very good. Ledger has much fraying at edges, all documents are discernible. Watch paper appears very good as framed. 49476-128 (500-700) – Lot 2012
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2013
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$592.50 |
GROUP OF COLONIAL COINAGE AND CURRENCY.
Currency consists of three Connecticut notes ranging from 1 shilling to 20 shillings, all printed 1780, Massachusetts Bay $2 note from 1780 and a 1776 dated $2 Continental Currency note. Two silver Crowns are Mexico City minted, 1768 dated pillar dollar and a 1780 dated Maria Theresa Thaler. There is a 1734 dated George II shilling; March 1690 James II “GUN MONEY” half-crown and a 1787 dated Connecticut cooper. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Currency is all worn with cracks and repairs. Massachusetts notes is cut-out cancelled. Signatures are faded on all. Coins are described strictly as to what they represent with damage and wear. Prospective bidders should view. 49476-61 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2013
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2014
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$1,896.00 |
AMERICAN LONG RIFLE, HUNTING BAG, HORN AND KNIFE.
This hunting rig was bought from John G. W. Dillin, author of The Kentucky Rifle published by the NRA in 1924. There is a series of letters 1942-1943 with Dillin stating “The bag will be in your possession in a short time, and it’s fine. The best old horn & bag I ever saw on any bag”. Dillin also sold a copy of his illustrated 1924 book which also accompanies this lot. The fringed brown leather bag has a large over the shoulder strap with iron roller buckle. The bag has attached brass powder measure, vent pick and brush along with a primitive skinning knife which is brass mounted from old sword parts, bone grip with rusted 7-1/4″ dagger point blade. Accompanying this lot is an old tag which reads “The late Capt. John G.W. Dillin, author of THE KENTUCKY RIFLE, once owned this outfit and used it in the field for squirrel hunting”. Also included is an 8×10 photograph of Dillin holding a Kentucky rifle. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Bag is fairly sound, though much of fringe is dry and portions missing. Strap holding horn has glued repairs as does over the shoulder belt. Knife exhibits highly rusted and pitted blade. Horn has bulbous top, measures 13″ with a wood, acorn-shaped plug, horn with good age patina. Accompanying book has page marked with a similar rig pictured. Book is sound with good decoration on cover, faded spine with foxing. 49488-2 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2014
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2015
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$1,540.50 |
OUTSTANDING RIFLEMAN’S HUNTING BAG WITH ACCESSORIES.
Last half 18th century. Lot includes: 7″ x 9″ leather bag with strap holding pick and another accessory all held on by chain. 9″ powder horn is also attached by straps and is decorated with circles, bird and pinwheel type design. Accompanying the lot is a 4-1/2″ priming horn, 5-1/2″ bullet mold, and 7-1/2″ handled knife. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Some repair, generally intact, very good. 49488-7 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2015
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2016
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$414.75 |
NINETEENTH CENTURY WATER FOWLERS HUNTING BAG.
Circa 1830 – 1850, leather bag with cotton macrame front and fringe, retaining its original shoulder strap. SIZE: 12″ x 15″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Leather is soft, 1 button missing and 1 button hole split. Area of charring to edge with hole. 49476-90 (300-500) – Lot 2016
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2017
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$888.75 |
GROUPING OF FOUR ANTIQUE CANTEENS.
1) 8″ h x 9-1/2″ w oval shaped wooden canteen in original red paint with 2 black strap staves, written on side is following “Used in the construction of the dam across the Connecticut River, built ABT. A.D. 1800, a mile and a half above the Holyoke dam to carry rum to the workmen. Recovered from a grandson of Elisha Morgan, the original proprietor and workman on the dam, A.D. 1885, by Clemens Herschel.” 2) 9″ dia. round wood canteen having wood bail handle in natural color. 3) 6″ dia. round canteen in original green paint with leather strap (restored strap). 4) 4-1/2″ h x 7″ w tin 1/2 round box with strap holes (strap missing). SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally very good, some minor paint loss and imperfections. 49476-87 (400-500) – Lot 2017
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2018
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$1,659.00 |
THREE ANTIQUE LEATHER CARTRIDGE BOXES WITH STRAPS.
All 3 having cartridge inserts (2 wood, 1 tin), 19th century or earlier. 1 belt incorporating a bayonet holder. SIZE: 9-10″ w x 4-6″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Leather is hard with significant wear and use, as found. 49476-86 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2018
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2019
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$2,014.50 |
OUTSTANDING REFERENCE COLLECTION OF 100+ BOOKS ON FIREARMS AND MILTARIA.
Covering all areas including: Connecticut makers, New England and American firearms. Also including a number of pamphlets and auction catalogs. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 49476-138 (500-1,000) – Lot 2019
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2020
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$1,422.00 |
TWO 18TH CENTURY BRASS BODY TINDER LIGHTERS.
Larger of two measures 7-1/2″ with heavy gauge tinder storage box and attached integrally cast candlestick holder. Wood grip has been broken and repaired at wrist and re-varnished, otherwise complete and functional. The second, more petite of this pair, has engraved tinder box door and an engraved deer on top brass flat, tapering to a small bulbous finial. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Both are functional with cleaned brass with yellow patina. Iron patina on mechanisms with pitting on trigger guard, frizzen and cock on the larger of this pair. Both lighters appear complete and functional. 49476-68 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2020
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2021
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$948.00 |
TWO 18TH CENTURY TINDER LIGHTERS.
1) 7″ long, wood grip, attached candle stick holder. Somewhat crudely made, appears complete and functional though tinder compartment door is not easily locked. 2) All metal construction with a brown shellac finish, appears complete and functional. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Both very good overall. Both appear complete and functional. 1) has iron patina with light pitting. 2) fairly smooth overall, with small areas of rust where finish is worn. Frizzen heavily scratched with bare metal exposed from flint action. 49476-67 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2021
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2022
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$2,488.50 |
TWO INDIAN AXES AND PIPE-TOMAHAWK.
This grouping consists of 1) a forged pipe-tomahawk, 18-1/2″ overall, with stamped decoration (head 6-3/4″, 3″ wide). Haft is old, but probably a later addition with brass band at mouthpiece and teardrop-shaped piece at eye along with two long triangular brass insets below head. 2) spiked hatchet on 21-1/2″ haft, head measures 7-1/2″, appears hand forged. 3) Celt with good patina 4-1/2″ long, 3″ across with later attachment to haft with repaired rawhide strapping 18″ overall. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) head has iron patina with rust and pitting. Is loose and slides back on haft. Mouthpiece appears to be a more recent addition. 2) chipping and reductions to one upper corner. Haft exhibits hand worn patina and is well fit. 3) Celt appears to be excavated relic with patina and some chipping on cutting edge as can be seen in photos. Rawhide and wood banding for attachment are broken and re-glued to affix as a tight unit for display. 49476-80 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2022
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2023
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$1,185.00 |
LARGE GROUPING OF EXCAVATED INDIAN TRADE BEADS, WAMPUM AND TRADE AXES.
This grouping from the the Toffolon Collection consists of 11 reconstructed strings of trade beads excavated at various Indian sites. Most are from Bloomfield, Ontario County, New York at various identified sites there, such as Marsh, Steele, Baughton Mill, Valley Mill and others. Each strand averages about 100 beads and are of different types, color and manufacture. The three small trade axes include a spontoon head tomahawk that is mounted on a board that states they are attributed to a French blacksmith at Ft. Frederick and are found only in Upper New York. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Beads are very good overall as excavated. Three small trade axes which measure between 5″ and 7″ are rusted and pitted. 49476-121 (400-800) – Lot 2023
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2024
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$0.00 |
UNIQUE TACKED PLAINS PIPE-TOMAHAWK WITH APPLIED DECORATION TO HEAD.
This fine “as found” 19th Century Plains pipe-tomahawk measures 22″ overall with an 8″ head. Haft is file branded with tack decoration and head has 5 applied silver decorations. The applied devises include a Latin cross; two crescent moons, one with a face; and a bleeding heart. Harold Peterson in his text American Indian Tomahawks, published by the Museum of the American Indian in 1965 shows only a few examples with applied decoration. This is a beautiful and most unusual example with well discerned branding, geometric tack design and fanciful silver decorations that you will never see another example quite like. CONDITION: Very good overall. Some tack heads raised due to wood shrinkage. Head is also loose as normally seen from shrinkage, but original cloth spacer still intact. Overall surface has good patina. Head and haft match well and appear original from manufacture. Applied decorations show numerous small scratches and bruises as expected. Crescent moon on eye is slightly lifting. 49789-4 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2024
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2025
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$0.00 |
REVOLUTIONARY WAR MINUTEMAN “FRANCIS CARR” POWDER HORN.
This exact horn is pictured in Tom Grinslade’s Powder Horns: Documents of History. Grinslade properly describes this historic horn as follows: The caption on the horn reads, “MARCH * 14 * 1775 * FRANCIS CARR*,” a date which indicates that the horn was made prior to the conflict at Lexington and Concord, perhaps when Carr first joined the Minutemen. The Royal British Coat of Arms, a hell-horse, a panel with the bust of a man labeled “CARR,” along with several birds, a snake and a deer decorate the horn. Pvt. Francis Carr marched on the alarm of April 19, 1775, in the Minuteman Company of Capt. Ebenezer Colby in Col. Johnson’s Regiment. During his service of six days, he went from Haverhill to Cambridge, a distance of about 35 miles, as listed in the Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War. The total number of men who are reported in the records to have marched on the Lexington alarm was about four thousand. Francis Carr, 1751-1821, was the father of U. S. Congressman James Carr and the founder of a Bangor, Maine political family. Carr was born in Newbury, MA moving to Haverhill and represented Haverhill in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. He is buried in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Bangor. A copy of text referenced where this horn is pictured is also included. There is a similar Revolutionary War horn with a much later 19th Century brass spout from powder flask on display with Revolutionary War arms at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The word “Washington” appears to be a later addition on “freshened” inscription. SIZE: 13″ l x 2-3/4″ d at base. CONDITION: Very good overall. One iron tack slightly raised. Minor insect damage as can be seen in photos. 49851-1 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 2025
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2026
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$88,875.00 |
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND HISTORIC REVOLUTIONARY WAR POWDER HORN USED BY MINUTEMAN OLIVER BUTTRICK AT BATTLE OF CONCORD, APRIL 19, 1775.
In untouched, original condition and inscribed “Oliver Buttrick, OCT. 1774”, this important powder horn was carried at the first battle of the American Revolution. Early in April, 1775 word was passed on to the British command that rebel colonists had amassed arms and powder now hidden in Concord, MA. Lt. Col. Francis Smith was commander of about 700 British army regulars in Boston and on the morning of April 19th an expedition would march from Boston to Concord to capture and destroy these arms. Word of this action was discovered by the colonists and immediately spread to local militias. One of those individuals responsible for the alarm was Paul Revere who was immortalized by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in the poem “The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere”. The British arrived at Lexington first, however the minuteman militia had not had ample time to assemble in force and fell back. The British regulars then moved on to Concord. Concord however, was a different story. Enough time had passed so that a large contingent of minutemen had been alerted and a formidable force held the North Bridge in Concord defying the British regulars. The confrontation eventually erupted into gun fire which became known as “the shot heard round the world”. This historic battle is known as the first true major military engagement of defiance from the colonists with the British Empire. As such some consider it the most important military engagement in the annals of the evolution of the United States. Young Oliver Buttrick was one of seven Buttrick family members to join with other minutemen in this historic conflict. Oliver’s uncle, Major John Buttrick led the advance at the Old North Bridge that day. As referenced in his detailed pension application of 1834, Oliver was in David Brown’s Company and served alongside his brother William, who was killed three weeks later at Bunker Hill. Fellow Minutemen that day included Abiel Buttrick, Daniel Buttrick, Tilly Buttrick, Willard Buttrick and John Buttrick, Jr. (the 14-year old fifer). In 1901, George Tolman read his paper “The Concord Minutemen” to the Concord Antiquarian Society, listing the above named Buttrick family members in his account. Oliver Buttrick would serve under the command of three of the very same men with whom he fought shoulder to shoulder on April 19th; notably, Sgt. Abishai Brown, Capt. James Barrett and Capt. George Minot. As stated in the 1896 publication, Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War, Oliver Buttrick fought in such celebrated arenas as Point Shirley, Bennington, Ticonderoga, Fishkills, and Soldiers Fortune (near West Point). He also performed guard duty on a prison ship in Boston Harbor. The date on the horn is significant. Unrest among the Patriots started years before this first skirmish. In the summer and fall of 1774, rebellion was at fever pitch. In fact, on October 4, 1774, the recently formed Massachusetts Provincial Congress issued what amounted to its own declaration of independence and on October 24, 1774, that same angry and determined Congress authorized the procurement or armaments. 18th Century American soldiers and militiamen identified their horns with their name and often the date it was made. The use of inked vellum under glass lens was a rare form of decoration and seen on only a few other 18th Century examples. This powder horn is among the few existing objects that can be directly associated with the first Battle for American Independence and to our knowledge this powder horn is the only Colonial horn used at this historic confrontation to ever be offered for sale. In fact, to our knowledge, nothing used by a minuteman at the Concord engagement has been sold at auction in many years. This is indeed a truly extraordinarily rare and historic artifact and presents a once in a lifetime opportunity. Oliver Buttrick’s Historical and Biographical Information: Oliver descended from one of the oldest Concord families, dating back to William Buttrick, who arrived from England in 1635. (In difference sources, the family name is also spelled Buttrike and Butterick). According to Concord Registers, Book II, Oliver was born in Concord, Massachusetts, on March 7, 1757. He was the son of Samuel and Elizabeth Buttrick. His siblings were William (b. July 13, 1754), Marcy Buttrick (b. October 10, 1775), Amos (b. April 27, 1758), and a child who was born and who died on January 22, 1761. His parents, Samuel Buttrick and Elizabeth Blood were married October 2, 1750, by Rev. Daniel Bliss of Concord. Oliver’s father, Samuel, was born in Concord on November 16, 1718, and died there January 14, 1814, at the age of 96. Oliver’s Grandfather, Deacon Jonathan Buttrick, was born on April 4, 1690 and died March 23, 1767. On December 19, 1718, he married Elizabeth Wooley, who was born April 8, 1700 and, after giving birth to 14 children, died January 26, 1772. Deacon Jonathan’s father, Samuel Buttrick, was born January 12, 1654 and died August 8, 1726. On June 21, 1677, in Concord, this Samuel Buttrick married another Elizabeth Blood, born in 1656 and died on March 7, 1733. Samuel Buttrick’s father was Wiliam Buttrick, mentioned above as the first of the family in North America. Most of these ancestors are buried in the Old Hill Burying Ground in Concord. On March 30, 1786, Oliver Buttrick married Sarah Hall from Ashby, Massachusetts, which is 28 miles from Concord. Their marriage was recorded in Ashburnham, Massachusetts. Their children were: Asa b?; Eli b. 1887; Sarah b. Ashburnham, Nov. 2, 1791; Sarah m. May 18, 1825, to Ebenezer Ellenwood of Pelham, N.H.; Jonas b. July 5, 1797 d., Jan 13, 1814 and another Jonas Buttrick d. 1865 Pelham, N.H., Nathan b. Mar. 6, 1799. Ephraim, b?; Betsy b. 1801 (or, 1805,) d. Bedford, Oct. 1, 1889, m. in Pelham, N.H. on Mar 31, 1825, to David Fitch of Billerica. Fitch was b. Feb 20, 1802, d. May 19, 1851; Asanath, b. Pelham, N.H. abt. 1807, m. April 5, 1827, to Jesse Robinson, Jr. of Bedford. After the war, Oliver and Sarah lived much of their lives in Pelham, N.H., where their children were born and raised and where most of them died. At 77 years old, Oliver filed for his Revolutionary War pension. In his pension, he states that when he officially entered into the service of his country he was 5′ 11″, age 21, and that he was living in Concord. Oliver encountered difficulty having his claim for a pension processed through the War Department. But with testimony from numerous parties, the application was finally approved in December of 1834. One individual, Thaddeus Blood, (presumably his cousin as his mother’s maiden name was Blood) the last member of his company living in Concord, wrote and affidavit on behalf of Oliver stating that they had served and fought together during many battles of the Revolutionary War. Interesting Note: The history of Windham, New Hampshire, (Morrison, Leonard Allison, The History of Windham in New Hampshire [Rockingham County] 1719-1883; Boston, Mass.: Cupples, Upham & Co. 1883) page 192 states: “Jams P. Hughes has an old powder horn marked October 1774. It was the property of Oliver Buttrick of Pelham.” We may never know how James P. Hughes came into possession of the powder horn. However, we do know that he was a contemporary and neighbor of several of Oliver’s children in Pelham, N.H. and an important and influential citizen of that town. This powder horn is among the few existing objects that can be directly associated with the first Battle for American Independence and to our knowledge this powder horn is the only Colonial horn used at this historic confrontation to ever be offered for sale. In fact, to our knowledge nothing used by a minuteman at the Concord engagement has been sold at auction in many years. This is indeed a truly extraordinarily rare and historic artifact and presents a once in a lifetime opportunity. This horn was on display at the Concord Museum in an exhibition of items from this most important of American events. The exhibit spanned from April to September 2014. PROVENANCE: Oliver Buttrick, 1774, James P. Hughes, Windham, NH before 1883, Robert Thayer, 1994. Exhibited at the Concord Historical Society Museum, 2014 at the “Shot Heard Round the World” Exhibition. CONDITION: Very good with original surface, minor cracking and chipping near lip. Wood bezel has two chips which are well patinated as can be seen in photos and glass cover lens has a vertical crack. Original bailing wire loops are still present with smooth iron patina. 49789-5 (20,000-50,000) – Lot 2026
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2027
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$0.00 |
EXTRAORDINARY WASHINGTON FAMILY SILK EMBROIDERY.
Second half 18th century, probably Fredericksburg, Virginia. This silk work wrought by Mildred Gregory Washington (1777-1805), daughter of Charles Washington and niece of General George Washington. Mildred Gregory Washington, second wife of Captain Thomas Hammond of Charles Town, Jefferson County, Virginia was married until her death in 1804/05. Capt. Thomas Hammond then married Nancy Newton Collins in 1807, retaining the silk work within their family. Their son, George Washington Hammond married Sarah Ann Taylor, retaining the silk work in their family. Their daughters were Florinda Jones Hammond (1846-1922) and Mary Mildred Hammond (1836-1933). Mary Mildred Sillivan (nee Hammond) took stewardship of the silk work. Subsequently she gifted the silk work to her niece, Elizabeth Tilford Keferstein (1874-1941), daughter of Florinda Hammond Tilford and John Boyle Tilford, Jr. A family quilt exists, fashioned over a period of 6 years by the three wives of Captain Thomas Hammond including Mildory Gregory Washington and Nancy Newton Collins. The silk and chenille embroidered picture depicting a young woman in a fitted pale blue jacket with dark trim, with a brimmed cap, wearing a blue and gold striped full length skirt and black shoes, holding a hay rake in her right hand. She is facing a young man in blue jacket with white trousers and leggings, black shoes with buckles and seated on a haystack beside a seated dog, holding a pitchfork, all on a grassy foreground. They are positioned beneath a large central willow tree, a bird flying within. The middle ground with spotted pig, fence, and small farmhouse. Rendered overall in muted and subdued tones of golds, silvers, greens and blues. This rare folk art rendition with similarities to the rural themes seen in the “Fishing Lady” embroideries of Boston and also with regional characteristics of rural Virginia, Frederick County in the 18th century. References: The Algernon Sydney Sullivan Collection of family documents from the Stewart Bell Jr. Archives Room, Handley Regional Library, Winchester-Frederick County Historical Society, Winchester, Virginia. For additional background information of the the family see “Uplifting of the South” by Kathleen Curtis Wilson and “Mary Mildred Sullivan (Mrs. Algernon Sydney Sullivan) A Biography” by Anne Middleton Holmes. Accompanied by a typed history titled, “EARLY AMERICAN SILK EMBROIDERY – A Family Relic”, documented and written by George Hammond Sullivan, son of Algernon Sydney Sullivan and Mary Mildred Hammond Sullivan, New York, September 1, 1923. It is our opinion that this is a rare and superior example of 18th Century Folk Art needlework worthy of any serious collector’s attention with extraordinary potential for appreciation. SIZE: Sight 15″ x 12-1/4″. CONDITION: The silk work in very good structural condition. The foundation now a medium brown from age with some deeper discoloration in area around the young woman’s torso. There is also some fraying to the foundation along the borders of the work, outside the borders of the stitching. The colors are somewhat faded, but present a pleasing overall tonality. 49889-1 (18,000-22,000) – Lot 2027
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2029
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$1,777.50 |
RARE GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL TEXTILE “SIC TRANSIT GLORIA MUNDIA!” 1819.
The textile printed in 1819 after an earlier print designed by Charles Buxton and engraved in 1798 by Cornelius Tiebout. Monochromatic printing on cotton. This rare example is one of the most elaborate & beautiful political printed historical American textile of the 19th Century. The title translates from the Latin to “Thus Passes the Glory of the World”. Printed in Glasgow, Scotland in 1819. At the top are two narratives extolling Washington’s virtues. Washington is standing in the center with a backdrop of Bowling Green, NY and alludes to the British evacuation of New York on Nov. 25, 1783. This engraving contains fantastic early American flag symbolism and patriotic symbols. There is needleworked into the textile on the upper left corner “E C”. Housed in a modern gilt frame behind glass. SIZE: Sight: 25-1/2″ x 18-1/4″. Overall: 27-1/2″ x 20-1/4″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Not examined out of frame, some fading, otherwise very good. 49830-6 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2029
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2030
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$711.00 |
GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL JACQUARD WOVEN PATRIOTIC SHAWL TOGETHER WITH EAGLE HOOKED RUG & EAGLE NEEDLEWORK.
1) A fine piece of a seamstress art employing embroidery and needlepoint which appears to have started with a linen Jacquard-loomed 19th century memorial to George Washington with central panel that is centered with patriotic shields, eagles and floral motifs which reads “WASHINGTON ELECTED PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL UNION MARCH 1789 E PLURIBUS UNUM”. The front panels which have been split, but when closed read “INDEPENDENCE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA JULY 4, 1776”. 2) The framed, behind glass, eagle hooked rug shows an eagle with E. Pluribus Unum banner holding a U.S. shield with four stars, one in each corner. All against a rose background with black, white & gold border. 3) The framed needlework shows a relief eagle holding a shield with two flags including a cannon & anchor. Housed in an antique gilt frame with gilt liner and white mat behind glass. SIZE: 2) Rug only: 33″ x 42″. Overall: 38″ x 48″. 3) Sight: 15-1/2″ x 19-1/4″. Overall: 24-3/4″ x 28-3/4″. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: 1) Very good to fine overall. Rear panel easily read, though it is white on white. Front panel, from cutting and sewing, letters are missing from text but can still be discerned. Red and green embroidered panel on skirts is very good. Only minor blemishes and reductions. 2) & 3) Some fading, some silk threads loose. 50099-2, 49055-54 (388), (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2030
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2031
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$6,221.25 |
JOHN HANCOCK SIGNED DOCUMENT PAYING A “NEGRO” ANTHONY VASSELL’S REVOLUTIONARY WAR PENSION.
This is a most unusual document signed by then Massachusetts Governor John Hancock. Anthony Vassell was a slave owned by one of the wealthiest men in Cambridge, Massachusetts, John Vassell. As the war began, John Vassell and his family left for England, leaving Anthony his most trusted slave to manage his property. Vassell was never to return to America. The State of Massachusetts seized his properties and by an act of the State, February 6, 1781, Anthony was to be paid a pension of 12 pounds per year. Anthony and his family, now free, were among the original free black community of Boston and there is much written on his family including his life at the Vassell Estate as George Washington entered Cambridge in 1775. This is a unique document as we know of no others paying a pension to a newly freed slave. There is a link attached on the web to George Washington’s Headquarters National Park document which has extensive information on slavery in Boston and an entire chapter just on Anthony Vassell and his family starting in 1770’s. CONDITION: Document is framed and was not taken out to check for mounting; it does not appear dry mounted. Good discernible ink including a bold Hancock signature. 49755-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2031
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2032
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$0.00 |
Revised: 2/2/2016
Please Note: We have been informed by a well-recognized authority Gen. Winfield Scott and it is of his opinion that this is not an image of Gen. Scott. Also Please Note: The Dag is possibly Charles King, son of Rufus King and President of Columbia University, Nov. 1849-1864.
OUTSTANDING LOT PERTAINING TO RUFUS KING, SIGNER OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION.
Rufus King, Federalist statesman, delegate to the Continental Congress, anti-slavery advocate, a drafter & signer of the Constitution, U.S. Senator, candidate for Vice President & President, and twice Minister to Great Britain. His portrait was painted by Gilbert Stuart. Rufus King was born March 24, 1755, at Scarborough, which was then part of Massachusetts, but is now in the state of Maine. The Rufus King collection descended in the line of Rufus King’s third son, James Gore King. Then passed to Frederica Gore King, the sixth child of James Gore King & Sarah Gracie King. The collection of King family items then passed to Frederica’s brother, Edward King (b 1833), her next youngest sibling, who became president of the U.S. Trust Co, and who married Isabella Ramsey Cochrane. The line of descent of the King family items then passed to Edward King’s daughter, Elizabeth King, who married James E. Davis. Elizabeth King Davis’s son, Edward King Davis (1902-1966) married Virginia Shepherd, and the King family items were passed by direct descent to the present day. Lot consists of 1) Thomas Moore & Co triple fuse bracket clock. London, late 18th century. Musical clock striking on the quarters, chiming on nine bells with engraved backplate. With calendar on dial on face. With pendulum. Handle on top with four finials. Satin wood feather veneer on front, quarter columns with brass on top and bottom. Brass talon feet. Has brass covering the windowed sides with cloth, cloth probably replaced. With key and winder. 2) Colorfully needlework vest, Circa 1780-1820. Vest having a front with lines of flowers and an intricate flower decorated button edge, pocket flap & bottom edge. Two flapped pockets and a tied back area. 3) Magenta colored vest with button front & two flapped pockets. 4) 26-Pieces of English silver. Each piece having a federal eagle heraldic crest. Hallmarked with English hallmarks from 1795 thru 1804 including: William Eley & William Fearn, one ladle Richard Crossley, Dessert knives marked “Boch”. WEIGHT: 45 tr. oz. 5) Rufus King’s close friend was General Winfield Scott (1786-1866). He was General in Chief of the U.S. Army from 1841-1861. Outstanding oil on tin miniature half portrait after an engraving of the same likeness. He is seen in full uniform against a light brown background. Identified on reverse and no artist known. Housed in a period gilt frame. 6) Large daguerreotype of what appears to be Gen. Winfield Scott. There was no identification in the family as to whether this was a family member or not. The man is shown with glasses in a formal suit. Housed in a leather vase. SIZE: 1) Clock: 19″ h x 15″ at widest x 9-1/2″ d. 2) Vest: 32″ l. 3) Vest: 30″ l. 4) Silver: Ranges from 13″ to 5-1/2″. 5) Oil: 5-3/4″ x 4-3/4″. 6) Dag: 6″ x 4-3/4″. CONDITION: 1) Clock appears to be original finish, missing small pieces of wood. Craquelure to veneer, in need of some restoration. Dial face with losses. Pendulum with restoration but is of the period. 2 & 3) Vests: Both are very good, staining at arm holes & slight losses with staining at neck. Buttons are all intact & needlework is colorful & bright. 4) Silver: Very good. 5) Oil: Very good. 6) Very good. 49888-6 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2032
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2033
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$1,185.00 |
Revised: 2/2/2016
Please Note: This is not an engraving but is an antique later lithographic print.
CAPTAIN THOMAS DAVIES (AMERICAN/CANADIAN/UNITED KINGDOM 1737-1812) “A VIEW OF THE ATTACK AGAINST FORT WASHINGTON AND REBEL REDOUTS NEAR NEW YORK ON THE 16 OF NOVEMBER, 1776, BY THE BRITISH AND HESSIAN BRIGADES.”.
This extremely rare period colored engraving shows 14 full boats of armed soldiers on a river approaching the shore for landing. Artillery and men are seen on near hill bombarding and causing several fires along the hillsides. Below title is “Drawn on the Spot by THO. Davies, Capt. R.R. of Artillery”. Rare to have such an important battle scene drawn at the time within view of the attack. Housed in stained wood frame with mat. NOTE: The original drawing by Davies is located in the Phelps Stokes Collection of the New York Public Library. SIZE: Sight: 11-3/4″ x 17-3/4″. Actual: 13-1/4″ x 20-1/4″. Overall: 19-3/4″ x 24-3/4″. CONDITION: Examined out of frame, print has been masking taped down to mat, uneven margin with losses, lower left has a few small tears that have been taped and are visible from front, also visible on right side is a small tear, slight fading but color is good. 50030-1 (1,000-3,000) – Lot 2033
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2034
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$1,540.50 |
BRITISH FIGURE-EIGHT NAVAL CUTLASS, CIRCA 1810.
This is a classic example of a British Naval cutlass that was emulated by the Americans during the American Revolution and War of 1812. This type of weapon would be found aboard British or American privateers during the Napoleonic Wars, War of 1812 and the Barbary Coast Wars. American made versions typically have a wooden grip, so this example with iron grip, most probably is of British manufacture, though there is no maker’s mark or cypher meaning it was sold to private market. An old brown ink tag attached reads “CAPTAIN WM. H. GOODING”. CONDITION: Sword is very good overall, “as found” in local Maine estate. 27-1/2″ X 1-3/8″ blade is overall grey with areas of staining and pitting. Sheet iron crossguard retains much of its original black paint with balance rusted and pitted. Grip is sound and solid with much original black paint, with rust and light pitting. Point is bent. 49937-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2034
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2035
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$1,896.00 |
FINE JOSEPH LAMOTTE 18TH CENTURY DOUBLE BARREL FLINT LOCK PISTOL.
This fine relief carved and gold decorated pistol dates circa 1775, measuring 14-1/2″ with 8-1/2″ barrels. Each lock and barrel is marked with full firm name as can be seen in photos. Gun is mounted with engraved and chiseled steel with decorated silver thumbplate. Relief carving in stock found behind barrels and barrel tang and forward and under trigger guard. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Chipping of wood forward of each lock and rear of right lock. Gun appears original with later addition of 19th Century iron ramrod with brass tip. Front ramrod thimble is unpinned. There is a putty repair on right side of forestock near muzzle, and a crack in forestock on left side otherwise wood hand worn patina with an applied layer of varnish. Gold decoration on barrel is especially worn at muzzle. Mechanically, gun functions well. 49789-3 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2035
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2036
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$1,185.00 |
Revised: 1/29/2016
This lot consists of 3 Naval Jacks, 2 dating from the Civil War with 35 stars, another with 38-stars with history. 1) 35 star is in poor condition, originally with hand sewn, double-applique, 7-1/2″ cotton stars. There are now some machine repairs on at least two stars and a newer rope hoist for continued use. 2) 35 cut-through 9″ stars adorn this Jack with a mix of hand sewn stars, with some having machine sewn outer perimeter, but not all. The large canvas hoist is hand sewn, as are the edges with two large brass grommets. Two large brass grommets are affixed to either end of the 5″ folded over hoist. Written on the hoist several times “D.G. Fort”. 3) 38-star was official flag with the admittance of Colorado in 1876 until 1885. 38-star Jack of the Tugboat “E. E. Frost”. The Frost has an interesting history being sunk about 10 years after this ensign became official. On October 1, 1899, the steamer NEW ORLEANS, coming into the harbor, had a collision with the tug E.E. FROST, outward bound. Capt. Louis P. Cole, was in the pilot house of the FROST, and was steering the boat. As the NEW ORLEANS struck the smaller craft her bow cut into the tugboat and the latter went to the bottom. Capt. Cole found himself in a perilous position as the boat sank beneath the surface. The door of the pilothouse had become jammed in the collision and Cole was imprisoned. Finally the pressure of the water on the outside became so great that Cole was enabled to get the door opened and float to the surface. As an outcome of the collision, Cole has filed a libel in admiralty against the steamer NEW ORLEANS for $10,000 and costs. The steamer was seized by a United States marshal several days ago, but has since been released upon the filing of a surety company bond for $10,000 by the owners of the vessel. 4) 48-star US flag, all machine sewn with with 48 double-applique 2″ stars. CONDITION: 1) Much fraying and reductions in bunting. Several stars repaired and a few stars are torn and pulled loose. Flag measures 68″ on hoist, 84″ on fly. There is a newer added bunting piece to fly for continued use. Hoist is shredded and only partially contains rope hoist in its sleeve. 2) Good overall, though there are reductions especially in stars as can be seen in photos. Flag measures about 70″ on hoist, 84″ on fly. 3) Very good overall. Scattered small insect damage areas, color is very good. Sewing sound. 4) Good overall, shows wear and fading. Soiling and reductions especially on fly. 44″ on hoist, 60″ on fly. 49804-2 (800-1,200)
GROUP OF 3 NAVAL JACKS AND 48 STAR US FLAG.
This lot consists of 3 Naval Jacks dating from the Civil War with 35 stars,another with 38-stars Indian Wars era and the last dating about 1889 with 42-stars with history. 1) 35 star is in poor condition, originally with hand sewn, double-applique, 7-1/2″ cotton stars. There are now some machine repairs on at least two stars and a newer rope hoist for continued use. 2) 38 cut-through 9″ stars adorn this Jack with a mix of hand sewn stars, with some having machine sewn outer perimeter, but not all. The large canvas hoist is hand sewn, as are the edges with two large brass grommets. Two large brass grommets are affixed to either end of the 5″ folded over hoist. Written on the hoist several times “D.G. Fort”. 38-star was official flag with the admittance of Colorado in 1876 until 1885. 3) 42-star Jack of the Tugboat “E. E. Frost”. The Frost has an interesting history being sunk about 10 years after this ensign became official. On October 1, 1899, the steamer NEW ORLEANS, coming into the harbor, had a collision with the tug E.E. FROST, outward bound. Capt. Louis P. Cole, was in the pilot house of the FROST, and was steering the boat. As the NEW ORLEANS struck the smaller craft her bow cut into the tugboat and the latter went to the bottom. Capt. Cole found himself in a perilous position as the boat sank beneath the surface. The door of the pilothouse had become jammed in the collision and Cole was imprisoned. Finally the pressure of the water on the outside became so great that Cole was enabled to get the door opened and float to the surface. As an outcome of the collision, Cole has filed a libel in admiralty against the steamer NEW ORLEANS for $10,000 and costs. The steamer was seized by a United States marshal several days ago, but has since been released upon the filing of a surety company bond for $10,000 by the owners of the vessel. 4) 48-star US flag, all machine sewn with with 48 double-applique 2″ stars. CONDITION: 1) Much fraying and reductions in bunting. Several stars repaired and a few stars are torn and pulled loose. Flag measures 68″ on hoist, 84″ on fly. There is a newer added bunting piece to fly for continued use. Hoist is shredded and only partially contains rope hoist in its sleeve. 2) Good overall, though there are reductions especially in stars as can be seen in photos. Flag measures about 70″ on hoist, 84″ on fly. 3) Very good overall. Scattered small insect damage areas, color is very good. Sewing sound. 4) Good overall, shows wear and fading. Soiling and reductions especially on fly. 44″ on hoist, 60″ on fly. 49804-2 (800-1,200) – Lot 2036
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2037
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$6,221.25 |
FINE AMERICAN 31 STAR FLAG COMMEMORATING CALIFORNIA.
This beautiful flag from a local Maine estate exhibits 31 stars in a “Grand Illuminary” pattern. 5-1/2″ stars are hand sewn and cut through by a knowledgeable and efficient seamstress. Much of the flag is machine sewn by an early lock stitch machine though there is a large mix of handwork in areas of reinforcement connecting blue panels, attachment of hoist, eyelets in addition to the stars. 31 stars commemorates the State of California which became a state in 1851 and this flag was official until July 4, 1858 with the admittance of Minnesota as the 32nd state. SIZE: 12′ 6″ x 8′ 10″. CONDITION: Very good with bright colors, some fraying and small reductions scattered, though mostly on fly. 49930-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2037
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2038
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$2,133.00 |
20 STAR AMERICAN FLAG COMMEMORATING MISSISSIPPI.
Flag measures 40″ on hoist, 72″ on fly. 20 3-1/2″ hand sewn, double applique cotton stars are attached to single ply blue wool bunting canton in four rows of five. Red and white stripes are also single ply bunting, which are machine sewn. A 3″ folded over linen hoist contains a rope for attachment. Hoist is hand sewn to flag. 20 star American flags commemorate the addition of Mississippi as the 20th state in 1818. 20 star flags were only official for two years with the addition of Illinois as a state in 1819. This flag, however, does not date this early, but is later 19th Century as construction and materials are much more typical of the Civil War era and other odd configurations of stars are known on boat flags as this flag most likely was used, considering it’s rope hoist. Regardless, this is a fine 19th Century 20 star flag that is a great size for display and is a rare configuration. CONDITION: Very good overall. Blue color is bright. Red is somewhat faded. There are scattered areas of staining and small holes and contemporary repairs for continued use There is fraying on the fly end. There are several small holes, the largest being about an inch but they do not affect aesthetics. The canton was originally made from two hand sewn panels which most of the stitching has come loose. There is a more modern attempt to repair, though still separated for about 1/4 of its length. However, this could easily be re-sewn. 49938-1 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2038
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2039
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$10,665.00 |
CONFEDERATE CIVIL WAR 12 STAR 11 STRIPE FLAG.
This very unusual flag has quite a “folk art” feel, probably made 1861 as exclusionary flag citing only the twelve supposed Confederate states at time of manufacture. Flag is totally hand sewn made from red, white and blue cotton. The heavy canvas hoist has four irregular hand-whipped eyelets. The twelve double-applique hand sewn stars range in size from about 5-1/4″ to 6″ each. In what apparently started out as an eleven star canton with a circle of six stars, a central star and four in opposite quadrants, the twelfth star appears added during construction as an afterthought to show sentiment of a border state such as Missouri hoping to join the eleven Confederate states. Note, there are eleven stripes. The flag shows little use, though there is some fraying and reductions at top and bottom edges of fly, and there are eight or nine rust stains from probable nails that attached this flag to pole. This flag is very typical of early war Confederate flags, measuring 46″ on hoist by 90″ on fly. Large ratios of 2-1, fly to hoist, are often seen in early 1861 on Confederate Regimental flags used in the field. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Good colors, stitching mostly intact with few reductions and only a few tears, one several inches long in bottom red stripe, about 3″ or 4″ in an “L” shape which is easily repaired. Reductions at corners of fly, the largest on bottom is about 3″ x 4″. White stripes show areas of water staining and soiling which do not affect overall aesthetics. This flag recently discovered in a Maine estate could easily have been a souvenir brought home by a Maine Civil War soldier 49804-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2039
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2040
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$2,370.00 |
FINE CIVIL WAR PIPE CARVED BY GILMAN CLINDININ, COMPANY 3 2ND WISCONSIN VOLUNTEERS, WOUNDED AT GETTYSBURG.
This large pipe measures almost 6″ across and 3″ high has raised relief lettering “PRESENTED TO J… BY GIL CLINDININ, CO. E 2ND R WV MARCH 1862”. The carving, also in raised relief, shows a musket with attached bayonet, large patriotic shield, large nesting star and a ribbon with “OLD VIRGINIA”. Gilman Clindinnin is listed as enlisting 5/8/61 into Company E, 2nd Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry, mustered out 6/28/68. Was promoted to Corporal and was wounded July 1, 1863 at Gettysburg. CONDITION: Pipe is very dirty and soiled. Pipe hole is clogged with dirt. There are several age cracks and char from burning inside bowl. Pipe appears to have sat in a barn or similar dirty environment. Pipe is in need of a good waxing as it appears to have good color and grain under the grime. 49862-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2040
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2041
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$0.00 |
GROUP OF FOLK ART CARVINGS BY EDGAR B. VAN VALKENBERG, INCLUDING TWO CARVED IN FALMOUTH, VA IN 1862.
Edgar B. Van Valkenberg enlisted as a Private on April 30, 1861 in Hudson, NY as part of Company H, 14th New York Infantry. The unit was involved in the early battles in Virginia and according to the New York Adjutants reports, were present at Falmouth, VA April 17-18, 1862. The unit would later winter at Falmouth, but after Van Vakenbergs discharge for disability July 30, 1862. The small rings with patriotic shields made of bone and wood, are typical to those found in Civil War soldier affects, however the large lidded box which measures about 5″ tall and 3-1/2″ square is most unusual and elaborately carved with patriotic motifs. “FALMOUTH” as found on one ring, relief carved handles, birds including two different views of homing pigeons with a letter tied around their necks. I know of no Civil War accounts of birds carrying mail, but something was meant by these vignettes. Also accompanying this lot, another fine folk art cup, 3-1/2″ tall with a full relief dog at handle with similar birds carved on Civil War box, though cup is dated 1870. CONDITION: Very good overall with old varnish finishes on two larger pieces. 49929-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2041
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2042
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$2,488.50 |
FINE 18TH CENTURY CHERRY COURTING MIRROR.
The shaped top framed mirror has inset eglomise panel of a bowl of fruit. Lollipop top with a rectangular original mirror. Family history on reverse on paper indicates that it possibly could be descended through Capt. Flagg and indicates the Child’s Mansion in Durham, NH or Portsmouth, NH. SIZE: 14-3/4″ x 7-3/4″. CONDITION: Mirror plate with losses to silver, inset panel with crack, otherwise having good patina. Minor issues with gold edged frame. 49861-12 (800-1,200) – Lot 2042
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2043
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$6,517.50 |
QUEEN ANNE CHERRY FLAT TOP HIGHBOY.
1740-1780, probably north coast of Connecticut. Cabriole legs with creased knees and pad feet. Apron of lower case deeply scrolled with foliate center device. Lower case consisting of a full width drawer over 3 box drawers. Upper case with 5 graduated drawers below a bold projecting cornice with an attached acceptance molding which corresponds to the acceptance molding of the lower case. Brasses and locks are original. Secondary wood is white pine. Apron scrolling and secondary wood predict a Stonington, CT area origin. Inclusion of double acceptance molding with outset aspect indicate an early date. SIZE: Lower case 39-1/4″ case w 19-1/2″ d. Upper case width 36-1/4″ w 18-1/4″ d. Overall 75″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very old, possibly original finish. Two applied returns to proper left side of cabriole legs not present, otherwise highly intact with some age shrinkage to sides of upper case. Lacking 3 locks in upper case. 49597-2 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2043
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2044
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$4,740.00 |
LARGE FEDERAL GILTWOOD CARVED GIRONDOLE MIRROR.
First quarter 19th Century American. The round convex mirror plate within a reeded ebony slip set within a molded surround, mounted with spherules flanked by double candle arms each suspended beneath a ropetwist torch. Crested with a well carved giltwood displayed eagle, a ball and chain within its beak, perched on rockwork on a classical form gilt plinth. SIZE: 45″ h x 42″ w x 7-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Original gilding overall with spot touch-ups, the deep frame with small losses to gilding and plaster in need of minor cosmetic restoration. Proper left wingtip absent. 50012-17 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2044
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2045
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$5,628.75 |
FRAMED MOURNING WATERCOLOR.
Early 19th Century. The framed mourning watercolor on paper showing a weeping man & woman at the side of a memorial urn underneath a weeping willow tree. The oval scene has angels in the upper two corner holding banners, one saying “Christ our reus_?? died”, the other “_? cried the numerous tears”. In the right side of the oval is a New England village with a large homestead with fence and groomed trees. The center having water with several boats & rowers. In the sky are two doves holding a banner “There is rest in heaven”. Housed in a period grain painted frame with gold liner SIZE: 11-3/4″ h x 15″ w. Overall: 14-1/4″ x 17-1/2″. CONDITION: Some minor insect loss, very good. 49861-9 (2,500-3,000) – Lot 2045
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2046
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$5,036.25 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (Early 19th Century) UNSIGNED FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG GIRL WITH RABBIT.
A charming oil on canvas half length portrait of a girl of approximately 10-12 years of age, seated in a landscape, wearing an empire waist long sleeve pink dress with a rabbit and a basket of flowers resting on her lap. Her blond curls frame her face with her blue eyes cast straight at the viewer. Housed in a 19th century carved gilt wood frame. Inscribed in pencil on stretcher “Send stretcher to Bessie J. Howard artist, 116 Commonwealth Ave., Boston” and “B108 Durant” Note: Boston artist, Bessie Howard (1890-1962) was also a painting restorer and likely lined and re-stretched the canvas in the mid 20th century. SIZE: 30″ x 25″. Overall: 36″ x 30″. CONDITION: In overall good, restored condition. The canvas is lined, arresting the horizontal craquelure, touch up in the horizontal cracking throughout (including in-paint in her face). 49951-2 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2046
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2047
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$0.00 |
OUTSTANDING AND UNUSUAL ALABASTER ARCHITECTURAL FORM WATCH HUTCH.
19th century. White and black variegated alabaster. Large watch hutch having central area of columned front building having 4 spiral front columns and 2 square back columns, all open with exception of mirrored back section. Above columns are cathedral arches flanking central arch topped by spread wing eagle and decorative elements. Top having set back roof type area having 4 obelisk type spires, central round hole to hold pocket watch and crest with inscribed pinwheel topped by 4″ spread wing eagle holding American flag. All of this set atop base with 2 open compartments above shelf supported by long foot with stylized claw ending. SIZE: 24″ h x 11″ w x 5-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Very good with 1 small leaf missing from front decoration, otherwise minor imperfections. 49830-12 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2047
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2048
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$1,481.25 |
QUEEN ANNE WALNUT COMPASS SEAT SIDE CHAIR.
Circa 1740-1770, Boston or Newport. Statuesque example with vasi-form splat, yoke crest and crooked stiles. Compass seat and block and turned side stretchers with arrow medial and back stretchers. Rounded cabriole legs with pad feet and arcaded lower edge of seat rails. Rear legs with potent rake, chamfered just above seat level and between stretchers and seat rails. Crooked styles are typical laminate construction. SIZE: 40-1/2″ h x 21-1/2″ w x 22″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Good with repair to cracks to one front foot. Old museum number #241 inside of rear leg. Retains original slip seat. 49476-29 (1,800-2,500) – Lot 2048
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2049
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$8,295.00 |
FINE AND RARE QUEEN ANNE CHERRY DRESSING TABLE.
Connecticut River Vally, mid 18th century. The scalloped top with outset rounded corners above a thumb molded long drawer over three aligned short drawers, the central drawer deeply fan carved above a scalloped apron raised on tapering cabriole legs with scalloped returns on pad and platform feet. REFERENCE: Wallace Nutting Furniture Treasury figure 402 for similar example. SIZE: 31-1/4″ h x 36″ w x 20-1/4″ d. Case width 30-1/2″ PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Original case with original legs, feet and backboard. Table retains period hardware, some re-set, long drawer has been re-built or replaced with mostly newer elements. Top has been re-set with multiple replaced glue blocks otherwise with early minor repairs to left case side facing. Dressing table retains old surface throughout. 49597-10 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 2049
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2049A
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$3,555.00 |
RARE SERAPI ORIENTAL CARPET.
Last quarter 19th century, North West Persia. Dense angular floral vinery on an ivory ground within a madder red main border filled with polychrome lotus palmettes and saz leaf trellis work flanked by pale indigo floral guard borders. SIZE: 9′ 5″ x 12′ 3″. CONDITION: Even wear throughout with low pile. Loss of fringe, weaknesses to selvedge. Moderate insect damage primarily at ends and corners. 50110-1 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2049A
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2050
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$1,659.00 |
FINE ANTIQUE SAROUK ORIENTAL RUG, CENTRAL PERSIA.
Second half 19th Century. Central Arabesque medallion flanked by stylized Cyprus and fruit trees framing four peacocks in a midnight blue field within a rose colored main border of lotus blossoms and other flowerheads within scrolling leaf tips and vinery. SIZE: 4’10” x 6’8″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Good to very good with overall normal and expected wear. Colors now soft and muted. No major repairs or restoration noted. Minor repairs at ends and corners. 49476-47 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2050
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2051
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$1,777.50 |
ANTIQUE SAROUK ORIENTAL RUG, WEST PERSIA.
Tree of life pattern flanked by Cyprus, all in a blue/black field with dense floral decoration beneath a mihrab on a madder red field. The main border with two color saz leaf and polychrome floral decoration within ivory floral guard borders. SIZE: 4’2-1/2″ x 6’4-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Rug retains very good even pile. Rug remains supple. Rich palette. Very good overall with small tear left bottom corner facing. 49476-46 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2051
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2052
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$0.00 |
LOT OF 12 BLUE AND WHITE DELFT PIECES INCLUDING: TEN PLATES, CHARGER, COVERED PITCHER.
18th century. 1) 13-3/4″ dia, charger decorated with figure, exotic bird, flower and fernery with flower border. 2) 8″ covered pitcher with blue flower decoration, small dome top cover. 3-8) Set of six 9″ plates, with same decoration, landscape with tree and top of building. 9-12) Four 9″ plates with different scenes. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Some losses and chips to edge of rim, otherwise very good. 2) Cover and pitcher have repairs and restorations which are visible. 3-8) Minor rim glaze chips, craquelure to glaze surface, 1 has rim repair, otherwise good. 9-12) 1 with chipping to rim, others only minor chipping. 49476-57 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2052
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2053
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$829.50 |
FOUR PRATT WARE PITCHERS AND LARGE PRATT WARE MUG.
Late 18th/19th century. 1) 6″ h, handled mug, scenes on each side of children playing (Mischievous Sport and Sportive Innocence), (impressed on heart shaped medallions). 2-4) three 6″ h, pitchers with same scenes as mug but painted with different colors. 5) 7″ h pitcher, 1 side with scene “The Sailor’s Farewell” and side 2 “The Sailor’s Return”. Nice coloring. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1 pitcher with all over age toning, otherwise very good. 49476-25 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2053
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2054
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$948.00 |
LOT OF FOUR BOWLS AND EIGHT CUPS AND SAUCERS FROM THE “NANKING CARGO”.
In 1752 a Dutch merchant ship set sail from Canton, China, headed for Amsterdam. She sank in the South China Sea and after 2 centuries divers discovered the Dutch ship “Geldermalsen” and raised the cargo unseen for 200 years. This lot represents part of the porcelain that was recovered. Lot indcludes: 2 brown glazed bowls with blue and white interior scene having Christie’s stickers, lot #265. 2 blue and white bowls with exterior landscape scenes having Christie’s stickers, lot #3088. 8 handle-less cups and saucers with blue and white decoration, with Christie’s stickers, lot #5057. Accompanying the lot is the book The Geldermalsen, History in Porcelain, by C. A. Jorg. SIZE: Bowls 2-3/4″ h x 6″ dia. Saucers 4-1/2″ dia. Cups 1-1/2″ h x 3″ dia. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 49476-56 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2054
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2055
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$1,659.00 |
OUTSTANDING CHINA TRADE CARVED OVAL EAGLE PLAQUE.
Central relief carving shows eagle with arrows and talons holding American shield with stars and stripes. Outer border having 4 inset carved vignettes of figures in landscape. Elsewhere are vines of flowers and leaves, wonderful patina, probably Teak. SIZE: 11-1/2″ h x 13″ w x 1″ d. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 49875-1 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2055
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2056
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$0.00 |
CHINESE EXPORT (19th century) PORTRAIT OF THE STEAM BRIG “SHANE”.
c. 1860. An oil on canvas laid on board portrait of the American Brig “Shane” traveling towards the left under steam power, with sails furled on open seas under pink highlighted white clouds and blue sky. Housed in a carved mahogany frame. The ship having two masts and a central stack billowing black smoke. Three figures on deck and a large American flag off stern. The name emblazoned on bow and at mid ship underneath the stack in the black hull is a two letter Chinese signature possibly of the artist. SIZE: 17″ x 23-3/4″. Overall: 22″ x 28″ CONDITION: Very good, restored (by Yost conservatory), with scattered inpainting. 49845-2 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2056
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2057
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$2,073.75 |
THE ARCHIVE OF DOCUMENTS, PHOTOGRAPHS, & DESK OF CAPTAIN JOSEPH McCART.
Joseph McCart was born in Economy, Nova Scotia Sept. 26th, 1832, died by drowning February 11th, 1878 on his return voyage from Buenos Aires, Argentina as Master of the Brig “Carrie Winslow”. Five miles outside of New York City his ship was hit by the “British America”. His ship sunk, all hands were rescued, but the Captain who chose to remain with the ship in hopes of saving it, was lost. McCart enlisted in the Navy in 1863. Included in this lot, on Navy Dept. stationary, are two Gideon Welles signed documents, both regarding his Ensign status. In 1864 he was promoted to the grade of Acting Master in the Navy of the United States and he spent two years on blockade duty under the command of Rear Admiral R.A. Dahlgren. After the war he lived in Eastport, Maine and continued to Captain several ships until 1878. The lot includes Captain McCart’s ship’s desk which is made up of a mahogany brass bound fold over lap desk which has been attached to a 4-drawer thin chest with graduated drawers and original carved wood handles. The desk is in its original finish and shows years of use with great patina. Another small writing desk accompanies this lot, again, showing wear over the years. Also included are several photographs of family members, one cdv dated 1863 of Joseph McCart in uniform; Two shoulder straps; Several letters; Written history from a family member; Marriage certificate dated 1858; 13-page document “Statement of Expenses of Ship “Sparkling Wave” of Boston Joseph McCart, Master”; 8-page document of “Invoice of Stores”, Ordinance, etc. for the U.S. “Ethan Allen”; Fee document from the Port of New York; Chronometer receipt from Thomas S. Negus; Several Brazilian documents; 1862 letter to his brother; Several shipping documents; Army/Navy Journal June 24, 1865; Several other documents regarding the collections of port fees, etc. Some later family papers; Lodge paperwork; Ship broker cards. SIZE: Desk: 34″ h x 19-1/2″ w x 10-1/4″ d. Writing box: 4″ h x 12″ w x 9-1/4″ d. PROVENANCE: Descended through the family of Capt. McCart. CONDITION: As noted above, documents are all generally intact and in good condition. 50002-1 (900-1,200) – Lot 2057
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2058
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$0.00 |
INLAID SAILOR’S ANTIQUE SEWING BOX.
Probably done by sailor for his sweetheart at home port. One drawer box has lift lid with open compartment atop which is another lidded compartment which supports pin cushion pillow. Whole inlaid with hearts, diamonds, stars and dots in light and dark woods and mother of pearl. NOTE: Certifiable ESA antique marine ivory. SIZE: 12″ h x 14-1/2″ w x 10-1/4″ d. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Very good. 49901-7 IVORY (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2058
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2059
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$2,073.75 |
SAILOR’S DOUBLE VALENTINE AND SHELL BASKET.
Late 19th early 20th century, Caribbean or Pacific Islands. Double valentine beautifully rendered with a heart shaped offering within floral border of mature and seedling shells. Second offering depicting shell flowers in the form of a wreath. Basket configured as an arrangement of mollusk shells attached with wire to a rigid wire frame with fixed handle. SIZE: Valentine 9″ dia (closed) x 2-1/2″ d. Basket 11″ h (overall) x 13-1/2″ dia. CONDITION: Sailors valentine in very good condition, no loose, broken or missing shells observed. Pine octagonal case with old surface, dark patina and wear, minor glued repair to lid by latch. Basket very good overall with minimal shell loss. 49861-13 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2059
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2060
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$711.00 |
MARITIME COLLECTION OF CAPTAIN GEORGE W. LANE (1860-1948).
Lot consists of: 1) 15″ x 13″ cased sextant in ebony, brass with ivory scales, wooden case having Samuel Thaxter & Son Boston label. 2) 5-1/2″ square dry compass by S. Thaxter & Sons, Boston, MA. SN 4866 on brass housing. 3) 12″ parallel rule marked “England”. 4) 23-1/2″ single draw brass telescope, inscribed “Lawton Coggeshall/To M. Zimmerman/For excelling in Seamanship/and Gunnery/U.S. Ship Portsmouth/Novr. 1881”. 5) 15″ h x 32″ w x 16″ d. natural wood sea chest with hinged lid and added diddy box, key not present, old business card with Lane’s name and address in diddy box. 6) 14″ x 25″ oil on board painting of Lane homestead with Owl’s head lighthouse with red farmhouse and boathouse. Housed in oak frame 17-1/4″ x 29″ overall. 7) 12-1/2″ x 14-1/2″ (overall) framed photograph of Schooner Evelyn W. Hinkly which was captained by George W. Lane. 8) Group of printed copies of Captain Lane’s birth certificate, photographs of ships, his house, newspaper articles, Identification badge, actual 8-1/4″ x 11-1/4″ stock certificate under Lane’s name for “Western Multiphone Company” also stock certificate for “Rockport Fuel Company”. NOTE: In the book Assignment Down East by Henry Buxton on pg 280/281 there is a story involving George W. Lane of Rockport regarding a loss of the “Mary Bradford” by fire. NOTE: Certifiable ESA antique ivory. SIZE: As noted above. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: 1) Case with cracks, tarnish on sextant. 2) New bolts holding gimbal, case with as found, otherwise good. 3) Good. 4) Lenses are good, missing end cap, some creases and dents brass. 5) Scratches to top surface, refinished, good. 6) Frame with stain, good. 7) Good. 8) Good. 50001-1 IVORY (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2060
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2061
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$25,477.50 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (Early 19th Century) PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP “AMITY” OF NEW YORK.
An important recently discovered marine painting with ties to the early port of New York. This unsigned oil on paperboard mounted on canvas depicts the three masted packet ship “Amity” in full sail in open waters with the American flag off it’s stern and several ships dotting the horizon. Housed in a period carved giltwood frame with round black ball ornamentation in the four corners. Titled and inscribed along the top “the Ship Amity***/of New York **”. The lack of the Black Ball Line flag in this painting possibly dates the work to the earliest period of the ships service 1816-1820. The “Amity” was built in 1816 by F. Cheeseman as a private trader until it was acquired by the Black Ball Line in 1818. She weighed in at 382 tons and measured over 106 feet. The Black Ball Line was a passenger line founded by the New York Quaker merchants headed by Jeremiah Thompson, and included Isaac White and his son William, Francis Thompson and Benjamin Marshall. All were Quakers except Marshall. The line consisted of four packet ships, the Amity, Courier, Pacific and the James Monroe. All of these were running between Liverpool, England and New York City. In operation for over 60 years, it took its name from its flag a black ball on red background. The Black Ball Line was important to early immigration through the port of New York. The Amity, which is French for friendship, was one of The Black Ball Line’s first ships. Rain or shine, blow high, blow low, one of the Black Ball liners sailed from New York for Liverpool on the first and sixteenth of each month, and for many years these were the European mail days throughout the United States. On April 24, 1824 the ship “Amity” was stranded in Manasquan, New Jersey as it ran aground in a fog. The passengers and crew were rescued, and much of the Amity’s cargo was salvaged, except for that in the lower holds which was abandoned. REFERENCE: For a similar example see Skinner August Americana 2015 Auction, lot 182. SIZE: 22-1/2″ x 34-1/2″. Overall: 32″ x 44″ CONDITION: Good, conservation by Peter Williams Museum Services, Boston, MA, with craquelure. 49932-8 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2061
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2062
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$9,480.00 |
SOLON FRANCIS MONTECELLO BADGER (American, 1873-1919) PORTRAIT OF THE SCHOONER “BESSIE C. BEACH”.
An oil on canvas depicting the three masted schooner “Bessie C. Beach” sailing right to left in a light chop ocean on a clear day. The Highland Light & Signal Station at Cape Cod in the background. The ship’s name emblazoned on the bow, stern and on a pennant on the back mast. The ship is seen in full sail flying flags at the top of each mast and the American flag off back. Eight figures are seen on deck. Signed lower left “S.F.M Badger” and signed and inscribed on verso “S.F.M. Badger. 5 Trenton St. Charlestown Mass.” The 128 foot ship was built in 1880 by H.H. Hanscomb in New Haven, Connecticut and weighed 283 tons. Mastered by E.G. McKeague, and owned by F.W. Benedict, her port of registry was New Haven. SIZE: 21″ x 35″. Overall: 26″ x 39-1/2″. CONDITION: Very good, small pinhole in right sail, some surface dirt, with minor abrasions and stretcher marks. 50025-2 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2062
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2063
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$0.00 |
ANTONIO JACOBSEN (American, 1850-1921) THREE MASTED SCHOONER IN FULL SAIL.
Oil on canvas depicting an American three-mast black hulled ship sailing left to right in full sail flaying American flag through choppy seas under a pink hued, white cloud & blue sky. Housed in a contemporary antique style gilt wood frame with gilt liner. Signed “Antonio Jacobsen 1918″lower right. SIZE: 18″ x 30”. Overall: 25″ x 37″ CONDITION: Very good, lined, restored with some inpainting, mostly along the top edge 50025-3 (8,000-10,000) – Lot 2063
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2064
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$8,295.00 |
ANTONIO JACOBSEN (American, 1850-1921) “GLOUCESTER FISHERMEN ON THE BANKS”.
Oil on board scene shows 3 fishing schooners in parallel formation with part sails out. Several men on deck of each ship on a white crest wavy sea under cloud and light sky. Signed lower right “Antonio Jacobsen 1916″ also the frame on verso having a Max Williams, New York label. Penciled title on verso of board. Housed in a period black and gold frame. SIZE: 12″ x 20″. Overall: 16-1/2″ x 24-1/2”. CONDITION: Small chip in sky, otherwise very good. 50028-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2064
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2065
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$2,962.50 |
ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN WILLIAM HUGGINS (British, 1781-1845) WHALING SCENE.
An unsigned oil on canvas depicting an American whaling ship with two whale boats off the coast at sunset. The scene depicts the most dangerous moment for whalers, when the crew prepares to harpoon their prey. The spouting right whale approaches the boats with tail thrashing. Housed in a modern frame. SIZE: 12″ x 18″. Overall: 15″ x 21″ CONDITION: Good, with minor shrinkage cracks, craquelure along stretcher bar, and yellowed varnish. 49989-1 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2065
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2067
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$0.00 |
NANTUCKET SWING HANDLE LIGHTSHIP BASKET.
Late 19th/20th Century. The steam bent handle joined by brass buttons to the circular woven deep basket, joined to a typical circular hardwood base. Note: unsigned but with the name “Edith C. Pars” in script. SIZE: Overall height: 9-3/4″ x 8″ d. CONDITION: Original untouched surface with mellow patina, very good overall. 49859-1 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2067
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2068
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$14,220.00 |
VERY FINE CHERRY QUEEN ANNE TRAY TOP TEA TABLE.
Mid-18th century, Connecticut. This example of refined and inspired design with a balance of proportion and delicacy seldom seen. With sweeping cabriole legs, creased knees and outset pad feet with a rhythmically scrolled apron featuring cupid’s bows centering a tombstone drop pendant on all sides. These carved moldings are applied at an angle to the upper portion of the apron,giving them greater projection and with conservation of stock. Thin apron has an applied under molding that with the overhanging top provides a great transition for the applied tray moldings. SIZE: 26″ t x 30-1/4″ l x 18-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good condition with evidence of rejoining of the two board top and an absence of some bracing that was not original. Typical minor age cracks to two legs at the juncture of the apron. In pleasing old color and surface. Two fills in top at center from former cleat repair to top. Three small shrinkage cracks to two board top. 49597-12 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 2068
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2069
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$9,480.00 |
ASSEMBLED SET OF SIX WALNUT QUEEN ANNE COMPASS SEAT SIDE CHAIRS.
Mid-18th century, Massachusetts. Typical Boston form with peaked yoke crests, vasi-form splats, compass seats with arcades to lower edge of seat rails. Cabriole legs with round knees, out swept pad feet with knee blocks and under pads. Block and turned side stretchers with flying arrow medial and back stretchers. Assembled set consisting of one pair with round turned styles between seat and stretchers, three very close proximates with raked and chamfered rear legs, matching splats, yokes and very similar turnings and one with nuanced differences. Highly companionable grouping of these rare and sought after chairs. SIZE: From 39-1/2″ to 40-1/2″ h x 21-1/2″ w x 18″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good, with all original knee blocks and slip seats. Some losses to corner blocking and replacements to interior corner blocking. One chair having a patched upper portion of leg at corner which forms seat rail. 49597-9 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2069
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2070
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$1,303.50 |
QUEEN ANNE CHERRY TILT TOP TEA TABLE.
Circa 1775. Chapen scroll with turned shaft with suppressed ball at base with tripod type cabriole legs with pad feet. Constructed with three board top. Materials are cherry with ash cleats (probably replaced) and maple top block. SIZE: 27-1/2″ h, 33″ dia. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Older refinish. Cleats probably replaced and replacement to pad feet. Significant wear to pad feet. Old refinish. 49476-45 (800-1,200) – Lot 2070
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2071
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$10,665.00 |
FINE PAIR OF COIN SILVER TABLESPOONS BY PAUL REVERE JR. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS.
Late 18th century. Spoons monogrammed “RGS” and having “REVERE” touch mark to reverse. Housed in a custom wood presentation case. WEIGHT: 3.6 tr. oz. SIZE: 8-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 49476-5 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2071
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2072
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$3,258.75 |
OUTSTANDING COLLECTION OF FORTY AMERICAN COIN SILVER SPOONS AND LADLES, MOSTLY CONNECTICUT MAKERS INCLUDING: WILLIAM CLEVELAND, SERIL DODGE, NEHEMIAH DODGE, THOMAS HARLAND, PEREGRINE WHITE AND OTHERS.
1) Nehemiah Dodge, Providence RI. 9″ spoon, 5-1/2″ spoon, 7-1/2″ ladle, 6″ ladle. 2) William Cleveland, Norwich, CT. (1770 – 1837). Pair 9-1/2″ spoons, 8-1/2″ spoon, 9″ spoon, two 5″ spoons, six 5-1/2″ spoons, five 5″ spoons. 3) Cleveland & Post, Norwich, CT. Pair 9″ spoons. 4) Charles Brewer, Middletown, CT. (1778 – 1860). 9″ spoon. 5) Peregrine White, Woodstock, CT. (1747 – 1834). Two 8-1/4″ spoons. 6) Thomas Harland, Norwich, CT. (1735 – 1807). Two 8-1/2″ spoons. 7) Miles Beach, Hartford, CT. (1743 – 1828). 9″ spoon. 8) Marcus Merriman, New Haven, CT./Cheshire, CT. (1762 – 1850). Two 9″ spoons. 9) Ebenezer Baldwin, Hartland, CT. 9-1/2″ spoon. 10) Possibly John Gardiner, New London, CT. 8-1/2″ spoon. 11) Seril Dodge, Providence, RI. (1757 – 1802). 8″ spoon. 12) M. Peddinghaus. 7-1/4″ spoon. 13) Jacob Sargeant (1761 – 1843), Hartford, CT. 6″ spoon, two 5-1/2″ spoons, 3-1/2″ salt spoon. 14) Nathaniel Shipman, Norwich, CT. (1764 – 1853). 5-1/2″ spoon. 15) Unmarked. 5-3/4″ spoon. 16) Judah Hart, CT. (1777 – 1824). 5-1/2″ ladle. WEIGHT: 44 tr. oz. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally very good. 49476-135 (800-1,200) – Lot 2072
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2073
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$7,347.00 |
RARE COIN SILVER COFFEE POT BY WILLIAM CLEVELAND OF NORWICH, CONNECTICUT.
Pot in tapering bowl design on pedestal with hinged dome lid having urn knoop, light wood handle and oval base hallmarked “WC” in rectangle. Single script “C” monogram. William Cleveland (1770 – 1837), apprenticed in Norwich to Thomas Harland and partnered through the years with several others, including John P. Trott and Samuel Post. He was a grandfather of President Grover Cleveland. WEIGHT: 25 tr. oz. SIZE: 10″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good. 49476-7 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2073
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2074
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$1,066.50 |
AMERICAN COIN SILVER FOOTED CENTER BOWL BY E. STEBBINS & CO.
New York, NY Circa 1810. The round deep bowl having a small ribbed rim & pedestal base with stylized leaf decoration. The bottom hallmarked “F.Stebbins & Co”. WEIGHT: 30.2 tr. oz. SIZE: 5-3/4″ h x 8-3/4″ dia. CONDITION: Very good. 49781-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2074
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2075
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$1,303.50 |
38 AMERICAN COIN SILVER SPOONS.
Lot includes 12-1/2″ “I. Andrews, Norfolk”; 12-1/2″ bright cut marked “IW”; Pair of 9″ shell decorated marked “EB & Co” (Erastus Barton & Co., New York, 1810); Pair of 9-1/4″ coffin ended marked “N. Francis” with an eagle touch mark (N.Y. 1805-1828); 9″ coffin ended marked “JJJ”; Set of eight 6″ marked “Smith & Chamberlain”; 8″ marked “W Cowell” (1682-1736) with rat tail; Other makers include G. Gordon, S.M. Hopper, T. Richards, Baldwin, S.S. Blanchard, Palmer & Bachelders, N. Hardy, Curtis & Stiles, Stodder & Frobisher, I.Owen, J. Black. TOTAL WEIGHT: 57.8 tr. oz. SIZE: Sizes range from 6″ to 12-1/2″. CONDITION: Many of the bowls are dented or having loss, otherwise very good. 49781-15 (800-1,200) – Lot 2075
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2076
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$888.75 |
AMERICAN COIN SILVER PEDESTAL SAUCE BOAT.
The oval bowl having twelve ribs and large pouring spout. Curving handle with thumb hold. Mounted to a tall stemmed oval base with shaped rim. The rim having a makers mark on each side “MM”. The side having a monogram. WEIGHT: 7.2 tr. oz. SIZE: 6-1/4″ h x 7-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good. 49781-8 (400-800) – Lot 2076
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2077
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$2,014.50 |
GROUP OF EIGHT RARE AMERICAN COIN SILVER SPOONS AND LADLES.
1-2) Pair of 9″ spoons by Thomas Harland (1735 – 1807), Norwich, CT. Each spoon decorated with bucket of sheaths of wheat, monogrammed “JG”. 3-4) Pair of 8-3/4″ spoons by Samuel Drowne (1749 – 1815), Portsmouth, NH. Each with a triple script monogram. 5) 15″ ladle by Bradley & Merriman, New Haven, CT. Handle having a oval cut design with script initials “MK 1809″, also on back script initials and dated 1899. 6) 5-1/2″ cream ladle by William Cleveland (1770 – 1837), Norwich, CT. With monogram on handle. 7) 12-1/2″ silver ladle, unmarked, with twist baleen handle, with silver stud rivets. 8) 9” side spout ladle by Nathaniel Shipman (1764 – 1853), Norwich, CT. Turned black wood handle. WEIGHT: 16 tr. oz. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally very good, spoons have some wear and nicks. 49476-134 (800-1,200) – Lot 2077
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2078
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$13,035.00 |
MAHOGANY CHIPPENDALE TALL CASE CLOCK BY THOMAS HARLAND, NORWICH, CT.
Circa 1780-1790. Bonnet with arched top with fret work with 3 plinths and urn and flame finials appears original with minor repairs. The bonnet with free standing fluted Doric columns with brass capitols and bases at front and engaged quarter columns at the rear of bonnet. Door glass appears original. Chestnut roof boards probably original. The waist with arched door with applied outset molding, the mahogany door veneer on pine. The box base with tombstone fretted applied border at sides and top. The molded base raised on ogee feet. The silvered brass dial with engraved scrolling and fine tracery around top of arch and hemispheres and moon phase above the Roman and Arabic numeral chapter rings centering an engraved subsidiary seconds dial above the Signature “Harland, Norwich” in cursive with oval surround with tracery filling central portion of dial, above time, strike and calendar apertures. The eight day brass movement striking on a bell. Spandrels with concentric vines with subsidiary seconds in recessed engraved dial above center arbor and subsidiary engraved date wheel in demi-lune aperture below center arbor. A beautiful example in mahogany with a particularly outstanding dial. Accompanying this lot is pendulum, pair of iron weights, winder, door key and three rope twist urn finials. Also accompanying this lot are copies of correspondence and work orders for feet replacement complete with schematic diagrams and itemized bills for cleaning and other restoration SIZE: 92″ t x 19-1/4″ w x 10″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Dial original with three replaced screws, professionally re-silvered, brass eight day movement of typical form with single post in good condition, seat board has been shaved at front edge, the case with original repaired fretwork, feet are replacements, otherwise good. 49476-27 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 2078
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2079
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$474.00 |
LOT OF MATERIAL RELATED TO CLOCK AND WATCH MAKER THOMAS HARLAND OF NORWICH, CONNECTICUT.
Lot includes: 1) 12-1/2″ x 7-1/2″ hand written deed dated November 1st, 1803 between Thomas Harland and Samuel Danforth. 2) Framed pair of 33-1/2″ strap hinges, which came off the front door of the Thomas Harland house in Norwich, CT. 3) Glass display box housing 45 hand wrought nails from the Thomas Harland house of Norwich, CT. 4) 5 hand wrought nails from the Solomon Goffe house “1711 Inn”, 4 hand wrought nails from old New-Gate prison, East Granby, CT. 5) 3 folders of research material on Thomas Harland. SIZE: Deed (overall) 16-1/4″ h x 11-1/2″ w. 2) Hinges (overall) 40″ l x 10″ h. 3) Display (overall) 12-1/4″ h x 16-1-4″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Glass cracked in display box, otherwise generally very good. 49476-126 (400-600) – Lot 2079
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2080
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$4,147.50 |
THOMAS HARLAND PAIR CASE POCKET WATCH NO. 651.
Possibly American, late 18th century. English style silver pair case with a verge fuzee style movement signed “T Harland No 651”, nicely cut-out balance cock. Both cases unsigned (possibly English hallmarks removed). Chain and keys later. Glass bullseye crystal. SIZE: Outer case 51mm w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT; Purchased June 2, 1997, lot 688 Jones & Horan Auctions. CONDITION: Overall very good. 49476-4 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2080
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2081
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$2,666.25 |
THOMAS HARLAND POCKET WATCH.
Norwich, CT, late 18th century. Brass fuse movement, verge fuse escapement, being chain drive, no. 1034. Marked “T. Harland no. 1034”. Being a silver swing out case with a bullseye glass crystal. Watch is French or Swiss style in appearance. Accompanied by a watch key marked “T Stel and Sons, Hartford, CT” and brass seal fob. SIZE: 80mm h x 56mm w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT; Kenneth W. Van Blarcom Auctions, Dec. 2, 2000, lot 124. CONDITION: Crystal has slight scratches, dial with hairlines, some fading and repair. Fob in very poor condition. 49476-3 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2081
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2082
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$1,896.00 |
LOT OF 50+ BOOKS ON CONNECTICUT, ITS HISTORY AND TOWNS.
Books include: Connecticut Historical Collections… by Barber, 1836. The Memorial History Of Hartford County, CT, by Trumbull, vol. II. History of Norwich, CT, by Caulkins, 1866. History of Wallingford, by Davis, 1870. 4 volumes Colonial Records of Connecticut. History of New London, by Caulkins, 1860. History of Meriden, by Gillespie, 1906. The Annals of Norwich, by Dana 1876. 2 copies of Old Houses of the Ancient Town of Norwich, 1895. 2 account books, 1 the property of Gardner Thurston an important ledger starting in 1828 and ending in 1831, involving many of the people of Norwich CT, and the other a small ledger from 1842 to 1869 Norwich related. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 49476-137 (500-1,000) – Lot 2082
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2083
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$9,480.00 |
RARE AND IMPORTANT QUEEN ANNE CHERRY TALL CASE CLOCK BY JEDUTHAN BALDWIN, BROOKFIELD, MA., DATED 1766.
Bonnet with four free standing columns supporting a bold Queen Anne sarcophagus style top with arched door and rectangular side lights and extremely bold molding. Some evidence there may have been an additional pediment on top of flat top of bonnet and possibly a center finial. Pendulum door is archival shaped and molded, the bold molding at throat of the case typical of Queen Anne examples the molded double step base is entirely complete. The brass dial applied with cast-brass foliate scrolled spandrels, conforming elements in the arch framing the raised brass rondel engraved “Jedun. Baldwin Esqr. Brookfield 1766.”The dial with Arabic and Roman numeral chapter rings centering a recessed subsidiary seconds dial above time, strike and calendar apertures all on a burnished hammered ground. The brass 8 day time and strike movement, striking on a bell, quite possibly entirely British manufactured, including composite dial elements and hands. It is likely that Baldwin assembled it and engraved his name, date and location on the Boss in the arch. The case is unmistakably of American manufacture and was made for this movement. Accompanying the clock is pendulum, two cased brass weights, two winders and two gilded finials. Finish is pleasing 100 yr old surface with good amber color. SIZE: 88″ t x 24″ w x 12″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, Ct. (Attached to pendulum door) A letter from the American Antiquarian Society which accompanies the clock. CONDITION: Very good overall. Bonnet as previously noted, the case otherwise good and original, glass in bonnet door original in arch with later replacement glass panel below as evidenced by seam. 49597-7 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 2083
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2084
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$5,925.00 |
MR. TOFFOLON’S ARCHIVE OF RESEARCH AND ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS PERTAINING TO COL. JEDUTHAN BALDWIN.
Lot includes a portion of a lot sold by James D. Julia, October 28th, 1998, lot #1013. The original documents include a number of Revolutionary War era letters from Baldwin to his family members include Fort Dummer, Sept. 20th 1776; Still Water, Sept. 12, 1777; Cambridge, Sept 15, 1775; Ticonderoga, Oct. 26th 1776; Ticonderoga, May 18, 1777; Fishkill Dec. 24, 1780; White Plains, Aug 9, 1778 in which he details either preparation for or participation in these battles. Also 21 other documents & letters dating from 1777 to 1783 including a hand written document listing his regiment’s officers and listing out what type of clothing they were issued dated May, 1780. Along with a photocopy of Baldwin’s journal, 1732-1788; Reprinted book “The Revolutionary Journal of Jeduthan Baldwin, 1775-1778” along with the original book from 1906. Also, other research material regarding the family and clocks. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally very good. 49476-76 (400-600) – Lot 2084
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2085
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$0.00 |
VERY FINE QUEEN ANNE HEART DECORATED PIPE BOX WITH DRAWER.
Mid 18th century coastal Connecticut. This poplar example with heavily scrolled sides, front and back carved with an inverted pierced heart hanger above the deep well. The box fitted with a single dovetailed drawer joined by rose head nails on an overhanging base with molded edge. The box with original Spanish brown wash. SIZE: 19-1/4″ h x 5-3/4″ w x 4″ d. CONDITION: Proper crest left ear restored. Old crack repaired, re-glued on base, otherwise good. Painted surface original as noted. 49974-21 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2085
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2086
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$5,925.00 |
PAINT-DECORATED PINE PORTRAIT BOX ATTRIBUTED TO ROYALL BREWSTER SMITH.
New England, possibly Maine, circa 1830. Grain painted on all surfaces with a bust portrait painted on top of a gentleman wearing a black coat, striped vest, black stock and white collar. Born in Buxton, Maine, 7 August 1801, Dr. Royall Brewster was the eleventh of fourteen children of John McCurdy and Elizabeth McLellan Smith. Royall successfully survived a childhood of limited financial means and some illness to become a successful artisan. Between 1830 and 1837, Royall Brewster Smith executed approximately three dozen portraits of residents throughout southern Maine. As an itinerant artist, he painted subjects from such towns as Limington, Gorham, and Saco. Many of these sitters were from related families, some of them connected to Smith’s own. There is no indication that Smith ever received formal training. Generally his works are three-quarter, half-length views on simple but brightly colored backgrounds. In 1840 he married Roxana Gowen in the town of Gorham. By 1843 the couple had moved to Bangor, where Smith worked as a carpenter and painter until his death in December 1855. (This is an edited version of the artist’s biography published, or to be published, in the National Gallery of Art Systematic Catalogue). SIZE: 10″ h x 30″ l x 14-1/4″ d. PROVENANCE: Sotheby’s New York, October 1987 “The American Folk Art Collection of Mr. & Mrs. H. John Thayer” Lot 124. CONDITION: Some old scrapes and worn edges, otherwise very good. 49789-1 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 2086
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2087
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$0.00 |
SUPERB MINIATURE PAINT DECORATED DOME TOP TRINKET BOX.
Pennsylvania late 18th century. Profusely decorated floral designs overall on a red ground within white perimeter banding. The ends each painted with single floral spray. The hinged lid with wire bail handle and snipe hinges, the box with original lock and hasp. SIZE: 4-1/2″ h x 8-1/4″ l x 4-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Vibrant original dry polychrome painted surfaces intact with normal and expected minor abrasions and surface wear. Very good untouched condition. 49974-20 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2087
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2088
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$13,035.00 |
ROBERT STREET (American, 1796-1865) PORTRAIT OF A CHILD WITH LAMB AND CANARY.
An oil on canvas full length portrait of a handsome blonde, blue eyed child standing in a garden wearing a red dress adorned with black stitching, white pantaloons, and black slippers with bows. The child is accompanied by a lamb with floral garland around it’s neck and a yellow canary perched on his or her finger. The symbolism of the canary typically represents the healing power of song or the love of music, while the lamb is a symbol of faith and innocence. The contrast between light and dark is expressed through the background rendered on one side in soft pastel tones with a path leading to a white fence while the other side shows a tree with vines rendered in shadow with browns and dark green pigments. One of the finest examples of Street’s work, The painting is housed in a 19th century carved giltwood frame. Signed lower right “By R. Street 1830″. SIZE: 36″ x 328”. Overall: 42″ x 34″ CONDITION: Very good, with restoration. Canvas has been lined, paint surface stable. 1/2″ in-paint in forehead, 3″ and 1″ area in neck, and several areas of restoration and minor spots of touch up in background and dress. Frame has minor losses to gilding. 49951-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2088
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2089
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$0.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (18th century) PORTRAIT OF A BOY PICKING ROSES.
Unsigned oil on canvas full length portrait of a boy in blue dress standing on a garden path with a hat full of roses. Housed in a 20th century black and gilt wood frame. SIZE: 36″ x 47-1/4″. Overall: 50″ x 41″ PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Overall good condition, areas of restoration, including in face, craquelure and minor abrasions. 49830-14 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2089
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2090
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$13,627.50 |
RARE OVER-SIZED COW WEATHERVANE POSSIBLY BY HARRIS & SONS.
Circa 1880. Copper with cast head. Verdigris surface with traces of yellow sizing. Accompanied by a museum stand. SIZE: 25″ h x 41″ l. CONDITION: Very good to excellent surface with minor body dents, one old bullet hole. 49943-1 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2090
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2091
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$112,575.00 |
EARLY, RARE & UNTOUCHED STEEPLE-CHASE HORSE JUMPING OVER THE GATE WEATHERVANE.
Made by A.L. Jewell Co. 1860-1865. This is one of the most desirable of Jewell forms, this one being in superb, untouched condition and including its original gate (which is almost never seen). The form depicts Jewell’s iconic horse in full stride leaping over a five-slat gate. Retaining original verdigris surface with traces of original gilt. An iconic image. SIZE: An impressive 32-1/2″ h overall x 36″ l. PROVENANCE: New York State Collection. CONDITION: Untouched, original condition. Structurally all original including its original gate, one of few examples known to retain its original gate. One small mane point resoldered, minor BB dings on one side. 49870-1 (60,000-90,000) – Lot 2091
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2092
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$4,740.00 |
RARE NEW ENGLAND PINE CANTBACK CUPBOARD IN GRAY PAINT.
2nd quarter 19th century. The diminutive cupboard with molded frontal cornice above three fixed open shelves above a horizontal work surface. The base fitted with a single door opening to an interior of a single fixed shelf. SIZE: 72-1/2″ h x 39″ w x 19-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Structurally very good with three original rough hewn backboards set with square cut nails. The grey/blue paint showing appropriate wear from constant usage. Wooden knob and wood turn latch appear original. One door hinge a later replacement. 49476-70 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2092
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2093
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$2,960.50 |
DIMINUTIVE EARLY AMERICAN PINE HUTCH TABLE.
First quarter 19th Century, New England. Circular top hinged and tilting on a chair base. Shaped and scalloped plank side supports applied with armrests with scrolled grips. The rear of the arm supports drilled for support rod on which the top pivots. Rectangular seat slides in a groove, opening to reveal a storage well beneath. The whole terminating in shoe feet. SIZE: Diameter: 52″ Height: 26-1/4″ Base width: 23-1/2″ Base depth: 21″ CONDITION: Surfaces with varnish over earlier red wash, showing appropriate wear, now age darkened. Top with old shrinkage cracks, mostly on seams, stabilized over time with nails and small braces, with age appropriate blemishes and abrasions throughout. Generally good. 49922-12 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2093
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2094
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$414.75 |
MAPLE SPLAY LEG TEA TABLE.
Circa 1770. A choice country tea table with an attenuated delicate stance in original “as found” condition. Retaining original oxidized Spanish brown painted surface with considerable wear to legs and a single board scrub top. Materials are maple construction throughout. SIZE: 25-1/4″ h x 24″ l (at top) x 16-1/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Intact with scrub top with significant age cracks and erosion from 100’s of years of use. 49476-74 (800-1,200) – Lot 2094
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2095
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$355.50 |
Revised: 1/19/2016
Please Note: Great News! The washstand comes with a conforming glass top for the top shelf, not photographed or described.
FINE SHERATON PAINT DECORATED WASHSTAND.
Circa 1840, New England. Nice example with splash guard and candlecups joined to top fitted for wash basin and cups, front of upper section with exaggerated bowfront above a menial shelf with full back board and scrolled side panels, decorated with simulated rosettes, additionally fitted with single drawer beneath shelf, raised on turned tapering cylindrical legs on suppressed ball feet. Whole in cream paint with jade green outlines and borders, additionally decorated with delicate polychrome floral sprays and vinery. SIZE: 34-1/2″ h (overall) x 19-1/4″ w x 15-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Structurally sound with repaired horizontal split to splash guard. Painted surfaces with wear and soiling, most notably on candle shelves, work surface and menial shelf. 49830-2 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2095
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2096
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$711.00 |
FINE DIMINUTIVE SHERATON SMOKE DECORATED DRESSING TABLE.
Second quarter 19th Century, Maine. Rectangular dressing table fitted with a pair of aligned short drawers and splash guard with rolled ears, stepped back on the table top, having rounded corners projecting above the frieze fitted with a single drawer. Raised on ring-and bobbin-turned cylindrical tapered legs with ringed cuffs on ball feet. Nicely smoke decorated overall on a cream ground with original brass knobs. SIZE: Height: 36″ Width: 29-1/4″ Depth: 18″ CONDITION: Decorated surfaces remain intact but with wear from excessive cleaning, notably around case and drawer edges. Legs have been excessively cleaned, removing much of decoration. 49922-72 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2096
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2097
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$2,844.00 |
PAINTED FIREBOARD IN THE MANNER OF RUFUS PORTER.
Two board bread board end fireboard having landscape and water scene, showing village at bottom of mountain and on shore of water (probably ocean). Water supporting 3 mast ship in full sail flying American flag. Trees, mountains and buildings dot landscape. SIZE: 31-1/2″ h x 56-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Center of fireboard has 12″ x 12″ metal plate with 5″ hole and may or may not have been original feature. Paint primarily intact some light scraping and chips. 49933-14 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2097
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2098
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$2,073.75 |
FINE EARLY AMERICAN SPONGE DECORATED BLANKET CHEST IN YELLOW PAINT.
Late 18th – early 19th Century, New England. Decorated overall with patterns of crescent or elliptical shapes in brown paint on a mustard ground. The rectangular hinged lid with molded edge on snipe hinges opening to an interior fitted with candle box. Conforming case on modified cut bracket feet with shaped returns and bootjack ends. SIZE: Height: 25″ Length: 44″ Depth: 19-1/2″ CONDITION: Painted surfaces with wear and soiling. Structurally good with old repair beneath paint in area of hinge, proper left side. 49922-9 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2098
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2099
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$592.50 |
FEDERAL GRAIN PAINTED TWO-DRAWER BLANKET CHEST ON BRACKET FEET.
First quarter 19th Century, New England. Rectangular hinged lid with applied molding, opening to a storage well. The conforming case fitted with two long drawers with incised edges on a molded base raised on large bracket feet with dramatic scalloped returns. The whole with nicely grain painted exterior with simulated line inlay borders. SIZE: Height: 37″ Length: 44″ Depth: 19″ CONDITION: Good original surface, as noted. Original large strap hinges on lid. Bracket feet, backboards, and escutcheons appear original. Wood pulls may be later. Good overall. 49922-30 (800-1,200) – Lot 2099
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2100
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$4,443.75 |
FABULOUS CARVED WOOD AND PAINTED CHILD’S CAROUSEL TOY.
28″ dia. metal disk supports 9 double rows of colorfully painted horses, there is an addition of 3 painted metal seats, 1 is round the others are opposing benches. Disk is turned by handled small wheel by pulley, decoration of frame in old red, disk is in green. SIZE: 15-1/2″ h x 40″ w (widest with crank wheel). CONDITION: Some scratches and chipping to metal paint area, horses have ear damage but bodies very good. In working order. 49922-65 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2100
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2101
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$414.75 |
NICE GROUPING OF FOUR DECORATED PENOBSCOT INDIAN COVERED BASKETS.
1) Interesting form with oval top and rectangular base, decorated with red, black and mustard striping. 2) Covered round basket decorated in red, black and mustard paint striping. 3) Covered round basket with red striping and blue and red dots. 4) Covered basket with black striping. SIZE: 1) 17″ h x 21″ w x 15″ d. 2) 16″ dia. 12″ h. 2) 14″ dia. 9-1/2″ h. 4) 8″ h x 11″ dia. CONDITION: 1) Top has 1 hole, some roughness in bottom corners, stains in decoration. 2) Cover good, basket has string reinforcing to rim, missing top striping, faded paint. 3) Very good. 4) Very good. 49922-83 (600-800) – Lot 2101
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2102
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$770.25 |
GROUP OF ELEVEN EARLY AMERICAN BASKETS, INCLUDING SIX NATIVE AMERICAN EXAMPLES.
19th, early 20th-Century, New England. The group includes 3 New England woven baskets with fixed handles, a round carrying basket with 2 fixed handles, a graduated square basket with woven decoration at the shoulder. The Native American baskets including Algonquin and Passamaquoddy examples comprised of a square basket with fixed handles and red flat-weave details. A rectangular flat-weave basket with black and white decoration. Two shaped round baskets, the smaller with fixed handles and black flat-weave decoration; the larger with multiple rows of black flat-weave decoration. Two small round baskets with fixed handle and flat-weave black decoration. SIZE: Of varying dimensions. Group one: 6″ h x 10″ d largest. Group two: 6″ h x 15″ l x 12-1/2″ w largest. 5-1/2″ h x 4″ d smallest. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: The first group: broken bottom to one fixed handle basket. Remaining four baskets good overall. The second group: very good overall. 49830-39 (800-1,200) – Lot 2102
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2103
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$533.25 |
LARGE WOODLANDS MIXING BOWL.
19th Century New England or Great Lakes region. This large pine example carved from the solid with molded rim and foot. The exterior enhanced with tightly spaced horizontal linear carving. Interior with dark brown natural color from use wear. SIZE: 7-3/4″ and 8-1/2″ h at opposing ends x 24″ d. CONDITION: All natural untouched surfaces. The interior with cut marks throughout from normal and expected wear. 49862-2 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2103
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2104
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$1,659.00 |
LARGE TWO-HANDLED WOODLANDS BURL BOWL.
Great Lakes or Sauk region, Native American. Carved from the solid now highly polished. The bowl with gently sloping sides with opposing integral pierced carrying handles, well figured with no rim or foot lip. SIZE: 21-1/2″ dia without handles; 24″ dia with handles. CONDITION: One handle with repair, otherwise good with nice honey brown patina. 50104-1 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2104
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2105
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$9,480.00 |
PEREGRINE WHITE CHERRY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Late 18th century, Connecticut. The case with scrolling fretwork surmounted by three flame finials on urns on reeded pediments above the arched molded cornice over the arched panel door flanked by reeded freestanding Doric columns with brass capitals and bases fitted to the cove molded waisted case, the throat with arch molded door flanked by engaged quarter columns above the box base on a cove molded plinth raised on ogee bracket feet with central drop pendant. The brass dial inscribed and engraved “Peregrine White” within a punched scalloped surround above the Roman and Arabic numeral chapter rings centering a sweep seconds subsidiary ring above time and strike apertures. Clock is accompanied by pendulum, winder, and two brass clad weights. Three finials present. SIZE: 91-1/2″ t x 19-1/4″ w (bonnet) x 9-1/4″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Movement and dial are original to case, seconds hand probable replacement, minute and hour hands appear original, box base on case has been altered. Base molding and feet appear original although with possible minor alterations, otherwise good. 49476-13 (12,000-20,000) – Lot 2105
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2106
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$16,590.00 |
CHIPPENDALE CHERRY TALL CASE CLOCK BY PEREGRINE WHITE, WOODSTOCK, CT.
Late 18th century. Very fine well known example by this rare early Connecticut maker made for Benjamin Edmunds as engraved on dial. The bonnet with arched top and pierced fret work alternating with flame finials on pediments flanked by free standing columns. Columns have original brass capitols and bases. The waisted case with molded arch door flanked by angled fluted pilasters with lambs tongue chamfers at top and bottom. Throat and base moldings are of bold design and base section has an applied frieze of tombstones at top on front and sides raised on ogee bracket feet. There is a sounding hole at the top of backboard which appears original. Movement is correct for this case, signed “Peregrine White / Woodstock”, in the arch with a foliate and engraved round border. Movement is 8 day brass plate time and striking on a bell with silvered sheet brass engraved dial. It has a calendar aperture and recessed subsidiary seconds dial. Engraving on dial features sprigs of foliage in the arch flanked by armorial dog heads, with spandrels that are geometric with meandering vines and foliate devices at lower corners. Subsidiary seconds dial has a compass rose, below calendar aperture is a fleur-de-lis device below which is engraved in florid script “For Benjamin Edmunds”. Surface of silvered dial is appealing but has been cleaned since publication in “Connecticut Clock Makers of the 18th Century”, by Penrose R. Hoopes, published 1930. Clock is accompanied by pendulum, winder, two door keys, two cast-iron weights and three finials. Also accompanied by research documents relating to Peregrine White, including genealogy of the Benjamin Edmonds family, a 1995 appraisal of the clock done for the previous owner, photos of clock and of Peregrine White’s grave, etc. SIZE: 92″ t x 20″ w (at bonnet) x 9-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Minor repairs to original fretwork, bonnet door original, case feet are replacements, case with cleaned old repolished surface, sheeting boards on top of bonnet, backboard and moldings all original, one finial with repair, brass movement, dial steel hands and pendulum original. 49597-4 (12,000-20,000) – Lot 2106
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2107
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$94,800.00 |
EXTRAORDINARILY RARE & IMPORTANT MONUMENTAL FULL BODIED FIREMAN WEATHERVANE RETAINING NATURAL VERDIGRIS SURFACE WITH TRACES OF OLD PAINT & GILT.
Last quarter of the 19th Century, Probably by Mott of Chicago, IL. Originally found in central Illinois. This is an extraordinarily rare form & size. A smaller Fireman weathervane, possibly by the same maker as this example was part of the Sandy & Julie Palley Collection sold at Sotheby’s in 2002 for $225,000. Another larger fireman weathervane is in the collection of the Shenandoah Valley Museum in Winchester, VA. SIZE: 52″ h including the ball; Fireman is 39-1/2″ h x approx 28″ w. CONDITION: When found, this vane had multiple coats of silver roofing paint which was very carefully removed and revealed a couple of old bullet hole repairs and vestiges of early surface & patina. Trumpet repaired & reattached, dents removed, open solder seams repaired. An extraordinary & iconic folk art figure. 49870-2 (125,000-175,000) – Lot 2107
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2108
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$17,182.50 |
RARE AND IMPORTANT “CITIZENS FIRE CO.” SCENIC DECORATED FIRE BUCKET.
New England first quarter 19th century. The leather fire bucket with handle on iron rings, nicely decorated depicting a fireman fighting a fire in a 3 story building beneath a band marked “Citizens Fire Co.” in fine black calligraphy on oyster white ground within black perimeter above the word “RELIEF” in a foliate banner. The bucket in age darkened salmon red paint, the interior in early gray/green over original black. SIZE: 11-3/4″ h x 81/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Wayne Pratt, Woodbury, Connecticut to a private collection. CONDITION: All elements original, one lug appears restitched, all other stitching original and intact. Excellent untouched dry original paint with age appropriate minor abrasions, very good overall. 49974-6 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 2108
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2109
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$4,147.50 |
DECORATED CLAIRVOYANT TRADE SIGN.
This late 19th Century, American painted sign in the form of a crest, paint-decorated at the center with an open palm, with simulated lace cuff at wrist. Advertising “CLAIRVOYANT SEES THE FUTURE” above the hand and “PALMIST TELLS THE PAST” all within wavy terra cotta borders on a black field within an overall Windsor green border. SIZE: 33-1/2″ h x 25-1/2″ w. PROVENANCE: Mrs. H. John Thayer. CONDITION: Vertical shrinkage crack through the center. Original dry painted surfaces remain clear and vibrant. Abrasions along the edge show normal and expected wear. Very good overall. 49789-2 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2109
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2110
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$1,481.25 |
LARGE FOLK ART CARVED HAND TRADE SIGN.
America, circa first half of the 19th century. Nicely weathered with remnant of multiple layers of paint. Sign has ruffled sleeve and stylized carving to hand. SIZE: 51″ h x 9″ w x 7-12″ d. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Very good with considerable weathering and erosion to the ruffled cuff. 50099-6 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2110
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2111
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$0.00 |
STOVEPIPE HAT TRADE SIGN.
Late 19th/Early 20th Century. Rolled sheet iron having full body, solder seamed form with brim having folded edge. Good in-use worn yellow painted surface over black. Rests on a museum stand. SIZE: 9″ h x 12″ w. CONDITION: Very good with minor dents to brim. 49974-13 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2111
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2112
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$21,330.00 |
SALESMAN SAMPLE MODEL CANOE BY THE KENNEBEC BOAT AND CANOE COMPANY, WATERVILLE, MAINE.
Early 1900s, green painted canvas with wood, finely constructed with exceptional detail including “Kennebec” painted on sides, shaped decks, open gunwale, two cane seats and two thwarts. At the bow is an oval manufacturers plaque indicating this is the Kennebec model made by Kennebec Boat and Canoe Company, Waterville, Maine. SIZE: 62″ l x 10-1/2″ w (widest). CONDITION: Very good. 49884-1 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2112
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2113
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$1,540.50 |
WONDERFUL PAINT DECORATED MINIATURE BLANKET CHEST.
Circa 1820 Pennsylvania. The rectangular hinged lid with molded edge, decorated with foliate spray within geometric lined borders on smoke-painted ground. Opening to an interior lined with vibrant hand-blocked painted wallpaper in blue, bittersweet and black, the case with similar painted floral panels within lined borders in yellow and green paint all within smoke-decorated ground. The box with step molded plinth raised on slender cylindrical, tapered turned feet. SIZE: 11″ h x 23″ l x 9-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Dry original varnish overcoat protecting original surface. Original lock and keeper intact. Minor patch repair at underside of bottom, rear leg joint. Otherwise very good original condition. 49974-22 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2113
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2114
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$0.00 |
TWO OUTSTANDING SCHOOLGIRL NEELEWORKS, ONE SIGNED BY ALMIRA LOW, 1807.
1) The oval needlework memorial showing a colorful willow tree framing a large monument topped by an urn having an inset inscription “Sacred to the memory of John B. Low the only son of Charles and Catherine Low, Born in Providence, Feb 25th 1799 and died Oct. 6th 1805”. Below which at the bottom of the monument is written “Early releas’d from this dark world of woes, to regions _oright this spotless cherub rose. Life lives beyond the grave”. The rectangular gold painted frame having a reverse painted glass mat with oval window below which is written “Wrought by Almira Low, 1807”. Research indicates that there was a Charles Low born in Warwick, RI in 1768 and died in Providence, RI in 1835. Almira Low, 1793-1811. 2) Fabulous late 18th Century framed watercolor & needlework picture showing a girl with her father at a table. The girl in golden gown holds open a book of musical score and the father in a formal tux sits in a side chair at a Queen Anne tea table writing a letter. The back view having a cherry tree with windmill and ship in the background. The floor covering in colorful design and a curtain off to the left in red & gold. The heads are in watercolor and most of the scene is needlework. A gold painted period frame with reverse painted black & gold glass mat having oval window. NOTE: The musical needlework was included in the Exhibition “Always in Tune: Music in American Folk Art” Curated by Michael McManus Sept. 21st to Nov. 26th, 1989, New York. Accompanying the lot is the letter regarding the request for inclusion and the exhibition brochure. SIZE: 1) Sight: 25-1/2″ x 21-1/4″. Overall: 29-1/2″ x 25-1/4″. 2) Sight: 23-1/2″ x 18-1/2″. Overall: 28-1/4″ x 23-1/4″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: 1) Repaired tear at center willow, some loss to backing on right top area, generally good. 2) There is a cloud-like area surrounding the girls head which may be original to the piece or a result of some staining, otherwise very good. 49830-16 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2114
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2115
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$3,258.75 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (19th/20th Century) FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A FAMILY IN INTERIOR.
Oil on canvas depicting a family from the late 19th century situated in their well appointed parlor. The scene tells a wonderful story of a suitor coming to call on the eldest daughter and includes the father standing by a table draped in red fabric with a crystal oil lamp and a family portrait on the wall behind him. Mother, wearing a bright yellow dress, is seated on a red upholstered sofa with a set of twins next to her, while the eldest daughter, dressed in a blue dress, is sitting at the opposite end of the sofa with a look of anticipation on her face. A young child wearing a green dress is playing at her feet on a needlepoint carpet and a young lad with a bird on a string stands near the door with the family dog watching as grandmother opens the door to welcome a suitor holding a bouquet of flowers. Housed in a carved giltwood frame. SIZE: 25″ x 30″. Overall: 32-1/2″ x 37-1/2″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Good with minor shrinkage cracks, small patches on verso, inscribed on verso “Cleaned and revarnished, NYC 1938” and inscribed on stretcher “For Mr. Bartlett”. 49830-7 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2115
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2116
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$474.00 |
LARGE LOT OF ANTIQUE REFERENCE BOOKS INCLUDING: CLOCKS, SILVER, FURNITURE AND GENERAL ANTIQUES.
Lot includes: 11 books on American clocks. 40 books on American Silversmiths and silver. 38 books on American furniture. 70 + books on general antiques and art. A run of “Antique’s” Magazine, approximately 35 year (400+ issues). Approximately 80 auction catalogs. Approximately 150 + general books on history. SIZE: Varies. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally good. 49476-110 (500-1,000) – Lot 2116
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2117
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$3,555.00 |
NEEDLEWORK SCHOOLGIRL SAMPLER BY MEAH BOTTERILL, 1827, BROMPTON SCHOOL.
The English or American sampler having a large stag deer in laying positioning surrounded by trees, flowers, potted flowers, bird in tree, and other pictures. Above which are two alpha-numeric rows under which there is eight-lines of text as follows: “Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand/at the first ephod of an infants hand/and while her fingers o’er this canvas move/engage her tender heart to feel thy love/with thy dear children let her have a part/and write thy name myself upon her heart/Meah Botterill finished this work June 8, 1827/Aged 9 years and 2 months/Brompton School”. Housed in a period antique wood frame with gold liner. SIZE: Sight” 18-1/2″ x 16-1/2″. Overall: 21-1/2″ x 19-1/2″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Very good with some age toning. 49830-37 (800-1,200) – Lot 2117
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2118
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$1,777.50 |
OVERSIZED COLORFUL PAINT DECORATED PARCHEESI GAMEBOARD.
Last quarter of the 19th Century, probably Maine. Of three-board pine construction having seven colors, dry crusty original painted surfaces on an elongated playing field with central “HOME” star motif, repeated in each “START” quadrant. An applied mitered black frame. SIZE: 25-1/2″ x 39″. PROVENANCE: Found in a southern Maine farmhouse. CONDITION: Very good, untouched condition. Frame edge abrasions, one small chip loss outside of corner frame. 49974-25 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2118
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2119
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$2,962.50 |
PAINT DECORATED CANADIAN GAMEBOARD.
Late 19th early 20th century Montreal, Canada. Marked on the back “EAGLE SIGN CO. / 4 CRAIG W. MONTREAL / MANUFACTURERS”. The polychrome painted gameboard with picture frame molding for Parcheesi decorated at the corners with a golden maple leaf on a variegated brown ground centering the gameboard. SIZE: 20-3/4″ x 20-1/2″ CONDITION: Plain surface with multiple abrasions and surface scratches throughout from in use wear, otherwise painted and stenciled surfaces original. 49901-14 (1,800-2,200) – Lot 2119
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2120
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$1,777.50 |
E. HOWARD NO. 5 BANJO TIMEPIECE.
Mid 19th century Boston, MA. The case believed to be cherry with rosewood graining. The iron dial marked in script “E. Howard & Co/Boston”. With Roman numeral chapter ring and time only aperture. The brass movement stamped “E. Howard & Co./Boston.” With original pendulum rod and bob with damascene finish. Clock retains what appears to be original weight marked “5”. Throat plate and box plate with typical black, maroon and gold decoration. SIZE: Case length 28-3/4″. Dial: 7-1/2″ dia. overall. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Movement appears clean and capable of operation. Clock serviced and restored in 2002, according to a note affixed within clock. The throat board behind the door has been recently replaced. Pendulum & weight appear original as noted. Simulated rosewood graining on case original and clean. Dial with craquelure Roman numerals, possibly slightly enhanced. 50012-11 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2120
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2121
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$26,070.00 |
IMPORTANT SIMON WILLARD FEDERAL MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Early 19th century. Roxbury, Massachusetts. Hood with arched molded top, three reeded plinths mounted with brass ball and spire finials, joined by pierced fretwork above the glazed and string-inlaid tombstone door, flanked by reeded freestanding columns with brass capitals and bases. Waist with molded and crossbanded door flanked by reeded quarter columns with cast brass Corinthian capitals above molded crossbanded base raised on French feet with shaped returns and apron. 12 in. painted iron dial with Roman and Arabic numeral chapter rings centering sweep seconds and calendar subsidiary dials and with time and strike apertures. Dial signed Simon Willard, and inscribed “Warranted for Mr. Willm Peter Smith”. All within floral painted spandrels. The calendar arch with painted moon’s phase dial additionally decorated with ship and country landscape. With eight day weight driven time and strike movement. Clock accompanied by pendulum, rod and bob, pair of tin cased weights, winder and door key. SIZE: 93″ t. CONDITION: Dial and movement original to case, original maker’s signature, minor retouching of numerals, otherwise very good. Case with small losses to fretwork, brass finials later replacements, age cracks in veneer on box base, feet are later replacements retaining some original elements, case has been refinished and re-polished. Generally good. 49916-1 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2121
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2122
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$3,318.00 |
FEDERAL CHERRY TALL CASE CLOCK SIGNED CHANDLER.
1st quarter 19th century. Concord, New Hampshire. Attributed to Timothy Chandler. Bonnet with pierced cresting alternating with reeded pedestals mounted with brass ball and spire finials above the arched door flaked by free standing reeded columns with brass capitols and bases. Painted dial decorated with gilt urn above scrolling elements. Spandrels decorated with peaches, centering a chapter ring with Roman numeral hours and Arabic minutes. Sweep second hand within subsidiary ring above time and strike aperture centering a calendar aperture above the name Chandler/Concord/NH. Brass eight day movement striking on a bell. Case with thumb-molded door in throat flanked by engaged reeded quarter columns joined to the crossbanded box base raised on flaring french feet with scalloped returns. Clock is offered with pendulum, pair of weights, winder, and door key. SIZE: 81-1/2″ t x 13″ w (throat) x 11″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Case has been stripped of original surface and re-polished, cornice fretwork with restoration, original glass in door, movement clean and appears operational, dial overly cleaned causing script text on dial to be faded, old vertical shrinkage cracks on base restored, case appears to have had an original red wash still evident on interior of case door, generally good overall. 49830-25 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2122
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2123
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$888.75 |
FIGURED MAPLE CHIPPENDALE SLANT FRONT DESK.
Third quarter 18th century, southeastern Massachusetts. Desk with well scrolled applied bracket base with medial drop pendant. Four graduated thumb molded drawers. Fall board concealing a sophisticated triple block and shell double step interior. Block and shell carved prospect drawers flanked by document drawers. Letter slots with birds beak dividers with tombstone scrolled valances between the drawer banks. Center bottom has open space for storing of ledger books. Fall board with undisturbed hinges and possibly original lock. Full width drawers with appropriate replaced hardware. Materials of maple and birch with pine secondary wood. SIZE: 39-1/4″ w x 41-1/4″ h x 18-1/2″ case d, writing surface 29-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Good with repairs to returns on proper left side of base, rear pine braces are old replacements, shrinkage crack in fallboard, brasses replaced as noted. 49476-42 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2123
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2123A
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$88.88 |
SPECIAL ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOT.
This lot consists of twelve past Julia auction catalogs, together with their prices realized list. These catalogs serve as a valuable reference source. We regularly sell our past auction catalogs to collectors and dealers alike for that purpose. Please also note: The entire proceeds of this lot (to include the buyer’s premium), shall be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Jude’s is one of the finest hospitals in North America today for the research and care of children afflicted with cancer. We hope that you will consider competing on this lot, we consider it to be an extremely worthwhile cause and we have dedicated ourselves to include similar lots in every single one of our auctions, the proceeds of which will be donated to St. Jude’s. Thank you for your participation. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 45568-2 (300-500) – Lot 2123A
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2124
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$355.50 |
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY MIRROR.
Late 18th Century American. The rectangular mirror plate within a molded gilt slip, within a molded frame. The scrolled crest pierced with a carved and gilt phoenix all above the pendant scrolled apron, the whole with scrolled ears. SIZE: 35-1/4″ h x 20-1/2″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Old restoration and reattachment of frame at upper corners. Damages to gilt inner slip at upper corners, otherwise with original mirror plate and backboard. Restoration to proper left scroll work in crest. Restored damage still visible. 49476-33 (800-1,000) – Lot 2124
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2125
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$0.00 |
SET OF SIX MAHOGANY CHIPPENDALE SIDE CHAIRS.
Circa 1760, possibly Connecticut. With pierced splats, corner frets, and straight molded legs. SIZE: 38″ h x 21″ w x 18″ d. Seat 18″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. There are jelly labels on some with handwritten ownership notes dated 1908. Label from Siro R. Toffolon suggesting they were made by Felix Hunnington, 1749-1822, a Norwich, CT cabinet maker. See “Houses of Norwich”, pg 191. CONDITION: Very good order with minor imperfections and repairs, including cracks to top portion of some legs at seat frame. Re-nailing and or replacement of interior corner blocks. Pierced spandrells repaired, re-glued or replaced in some instances. Generally very solid and serviceable with good old finish and good Scalamandre pink wool Damask upholstery. 49597-3 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2125
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2126
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$9,480.00 |
Revised: 1/28/2016
Please Note: This rug is nearly pristine as noted, however if you look very carefully there are a couple scattered small areas of faint or slight discoloration in the ivory back field.
SUPERB SILK TABRIZ ORIENTAL CARPET, NORTHWESTERN PERSIA.
20th Century. This truly fine example with central poled medallion emanating delicate polychrome floral bouquets, within intricately woven spandrels, each with an urn filled flowering shrub. The ivory field with delicate scrolling floral sprays and arrangements all within a border of scrolling leaf tips in shades of brown, gold and green. The pale rose main border filled with lotus blossoms amongst floral garlands, a wide similarly woven ivory border completes the carpet. SIZE: 8′ x 11′. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine “as new” condition with vibrant color palette and full pile. 50012-10 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2126
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2127
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$1,481.25 |
FINE SILK TEBRIZ, NORTHWESTERN PERSIA.
20th century. Large central floral rosette on an ivory field with delicate polychrome floral vinery within a pink main border of floral vinery within chartreuse floral guard boards. SIZE: 5′ x 7’2″. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Very good, nearly untouched condition with rich colors and full pile. 50012-9 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2127
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2128
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$1,481.25 |
QUM ORIENTAL RUG, NORTH CENTRAL PERSIA.
Mid-20th Century. Four rows of double gul and chevron decoration with dense floral vinery on a cream ground within a turquoise main border of Bijar floral design, the two guard borders of scrolling terra cotta and cerulean blue scrolling flower heads. SIZE: 4′ x 5’6″. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall retaining full pile and rich, vibrant palette. 50012-6 (800-1,200) – Lot 2128
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2129
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$829.50 |
TOWNSEND SCHOOL CHIPPENDALE CHERRY DROPLEAF TABLE.
2nd half 18th century, Rhode Island. Rectangular top with hinged leaves projecting above the conforming frieze raised on square stop-fluted legs, 2 opposing legs on hinged gates. Apron of dovetailed construction with 2 horizontal cross braces, both features of Townsend school. SIZE: 26-1/2″ h x 37-1/2″ l x 13″ w (closed). CONDITION: Structurally very good, retaining old cleaned surface with later rubbed shellac finish, small stress crack on interior upper corner of 1 fixed leg. 49861-8 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2129
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2130
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$4,740.00 |
FINE NEWPORT CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY CORNER CHAIR.
3rd quarter 18th century. Rhode Island. Roundabout chair with pillow cresting continuing to shaped arms terminating in out-turned rolled grips, above 2 pierced carved scrolled splats with molded volutes and carved leaf tips, alternating with ring and spool turned supports on block bases, joined to the square seat rail with original slip seat, now recovered, raised on unusual square stop-fluted chamfered frontal legs. Rear legs are square and chamfered. All joined by “X” form stretcher. SIZE: 31″ h (back) 16-1/2″ h (seat) x 28″ w (overall) x 25″ d. CONDITION: Very fine condition, professionally cleaned and re-polished over original surface, 1 repair to proper right splat, otherwise very good. 50049-1 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2130
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2131
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$5,925.00 |
RARE AND IMPORTANT QUEEN ANNE WALNUT EASY CHAIR.
3rd quarter 18th century. Probably Newport, Rhode Island. Arched crest rail continuing to serpentine form ogival wings joined to out turned arms on raked supports centering a balloon shaped seat, raised on robust cabriole legs with shaped returns terminating in platform pad feet, rear legs chamfered and back swept with block ring, and vase turned box stretcher. Chair is being offered with frame exposed clearly showing walnut, chestnut and pine elements, all believed original. Inner perimeter of wings and top rail and rear of arms have been bevel shaved undoubtedly for upholstering purposes. There appears to be no compromise to original profile dimensions. NOTE: 1/4 round front leg tenon joints are illustrated in New England Furniture the Colonial Era by Brock Jobe and Myrna Kaye, fig 102-102b, pgs 365-368, similar example, attributed to same cabinet maker. SIZE: 45″ h (back) 13″ h (seat rail) 31-1/2″ w (overall). CONDITION: With original elements as previously noted, walnut finished area retains original cleaned surfaces with no restorations, breaks or damage. 49974-24 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 2131
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2132
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$5,332.50 |
FINE SCHOOLGIRL NEEDLEWORK SAMPLER BY FRANCES BEDENT, 1833.
Sampler having a three-sided flower vine, seven alpha rows with a five-line inscription as follows: “Wrought by Frances Bedent/Aged 10 years. Was born July 2, 1823/Alice Adams Instrs Sept 1833/Time swift with us doth passaway/Our life is but a winters day”. Under which is a Colonial house with two entrances (possibly a school) with two trees & basket of flowers. Housed in a mahogany frame behind glass. Ancestral records indicate a Preston, CT location for Frances Bedent. SIZE: Sight: 21″ x 17-1/4″. Overall: 23″ x 19-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro Tofolon, Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Some age toning, otherwise very good. 49597-6 (800-1,200) – Lot 2132
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2133
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$592.50 |
LOT OF NINE PEWTER ITEMS BY ASHBIL GRISWOLD (1802 – 1842), MERIDEN, CT.
Lot includes: 8″ h. bulbous teapot, inside bottom having an A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark. Two 6-1/4″ h. teapot with horizontal fluting decoration, unusual form with an A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark on inside. 5-1/2″ h. covered 2 handled sugar bowl, the removable dome lid has small knob finial, A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark to base. 4 – 9) are six 3″ beakers all signed with A. G. touch mark to base, each having multi-lined decoration to sides, all slightly flaring. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1, 2, 3, very good. 4 – 9 have 3 very good, 3 good (1 with professional repair). 49476-129 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2133
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2134
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$711.00 |
TEN PEWTER ITEMS BY ASHBIL GRISWOLD, MERIDEN, CT.
Lot includes: 1-2) 7-1/4″ h. teapot with domed lids and wood knoop, marked with A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark, early form, circa 1815. 3) 6-1/4″ h. teapot with dome hinged lid with wood knoop, A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark to inside bottom, interesting scroll handle. 4-7) 3″ flared rim beaker, marked on base A. G. touch mark. 8-10) 1-1/2″ h x 4-1/2″ dia. hinged lid soap boxes, 2 having center divider, 1 missing divider, each has a different lined decoration to cover, all marked A. G. touch mark to base. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1-2) both very good. 3) Very good. 4-7) 2 very good, 2 good, some pitting. 8-10) Very good. 49476-130 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2134
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2135
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$2,073.75 |
LOT OF FOUR ASHBIL GRISWOLD COFFEE POTS AND ONE BEAKERS ALONG WITH TWO BEAKERS.
Lot includes: 1) 11-1/2″ h. coffee pot, elongated pear shape with domed hinged lid and wood knoop, horizontal line decoration, base having A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark. 2) 11″ h. coffee pot, elongated pear shape with domed hinged lid and wood knoop, horizontal line decoration, base having A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark. 3) 10-1/2″ h. coffee pot, pear shaped with hinged dome lid having wood knoop, base having A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark. 4) 10″ h. coffee pot, bulbous with domed lid, wood knoop, base having A. Griswold and Eagle touch mark, center bulging with tapering to top and bottom. 5) 3″ h. beaker slightly flaring with raised line decoration, marked on base A. G. touch mark. 6) 3″ h. beaker with flaring rim having line decoration, unmarked but of Griswold design. 7) 3-3/4″ h. unusual conical hooded beaker, unmarked. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Very small rim crack on lid, otherwise very good. 2) Very good. 3) Generally very good, some slight nicks and very small blemishes. 4) There has been a repair to hinge and slight flattening to top, otherwise very good. 5) Very good. 6) Good, some imperfections. 7) Some dents around rim, good. 49476-131 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2135
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2136
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$711.00 |
LOT OF THIRTEEN PEWTER ITEMS.
1-2) Pair of 11-1/4″ dia. deep plates by Ashbil Griswold (1802- 1842), Meriden, CT, both having double Ashbil Griswold and Eagle touch marks. 3) 12″ dia. x 3″ d. Pewter wash basin by Ashbil Griswold (1802- 1842), Meriden, CT. Ashbil Griswold and Eagle touch mark to interior bottom and underside. 4) 8″ dia. x 2″ h. Basin by William Danforth (1792 – 1920), William Danforth and Eagle touch mark to inside bottom. 5-13) Six 5-1/2″ spoons and three 8-1/4″ spoons by Charles G. Parker & Co. Meriden, CT (1849). Each marked C. Parker & Co. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1-2) Very good. 3) Very good. 4) Very good. 5-13) Very good. 49476-133 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2136
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2137
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$1,303.50 |
LOT OF THIRTEEN PEWTER PLATES, SIX PEWTER SPOONS AND ONE PEWTER LADLE.
Lot includes: 1-6) six 7-3/4″ dia. plates by Ashbil Griswold (1802 – 1842), Meriden, CT, each plate having a double Ashbil Griswold and Eagle touch mark on bottom. 7-9) 8-3/4″ dia. plate by Ashbil Griswold (1802 – 1842), Meriden, CT, having a double Ashbil Griswold and Eagle touch mark on base. 10-11) Pair of 9-1/4″ dia. plates with double Boardman touch marks to base. 12) 9″ dia. plate with B. L. touch mark to base (Possibly by Bartholomew Longstreet, Philadelphia, PA). 13) 8″ dia. plate by Joseph Danforth (1780 – 1788), Middletown, CT. Base having 4 touch marks of Joseph Danforth. 14-19) 6 pewter spoons, all different, unmarked. 20) 7″ ladle, unmarked. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1-6) Very good. 7-9) Very good. 10-11) Both very good. 12) Good, some imperfections. 13) Very good, light scratches. 14-19) 3 as found, 3 good. 20) Very good. 49476-132 (1,000-1,200) – Lot 2137
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2138
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$829.50 |
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY BALL AND CLAW FOOT WINGCHAIR.
Last quarter 18th Century, probably Massachusetts. The arched crestrail with padded back joined to well developed ogival wings, continuing to rolled arms, centered the overupholstered trapezoidal seat, raised on frontal cabriole legs with shaped returns terminating in ball and claw feet. Joined to the backswept rear legs with baluster and ring turned recessed box stretcher. SIZE: Height of back: 47″ Overall length: 37″ Approx Depth: 32″ CONDITION: Structurally good. The frame glue block absent at juncture of back and wings, needing replacement for additional tightening of frame. Finished exposed surface retains old, if not original, polish with good patina. Proper left front foot with loss to center claw at base. Otherwise very good. 49922-19 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2138
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2139
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$474.00 |
FINE CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY BOWFRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Fourth quarter 18th-Century, Massachusetts. Rectangular top with molded edge and bowfront above the conforming case fitted with five graduated long drawers with cockbeaded edges and with original oval brasses, on a molded base raised on short well carved ball and talon feet. SIZE: 38″ h x 42″ w x 24″ d. PROVENANCE: Coastal Maine Estate. CONDITION: Chest retains old surface, backboards and original feet. Hardware as noted. Very good overall. 49739-1 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2139
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2140
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$0.00 |
CHIPPENDALE CHERRY TALL CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Last quarter 18th century. Southern New England. Rectangular dovetailed case with applied crown molding fitted with 6 graduated thumb-molded long drawers on molded base raised on shaped bracket feet with scalloped returns. SIZE: 55″ h x 35″ w (case), 38″ w (Overall) x 20″ d. CONDITION: Complete set of replaced brasses. Molding and backboards original. Bracket feet with replaced glue blocks, otherwise good. Shrinkage crack proper right side, surfaces have been cleaned. 49932-3 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2140
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2141
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$711.00 |
CHIPPENDALE WALNUT DROP LEAF TABLE.
Last quarter 18th century, probably Pennsylvania. Rectangular top with conforming hinged leaves with rounded corners projecting above the valanced shaped apron raised on 4 angular cabriole legs terminating in bold claw and ball feet. 2 opposing legs on hinged gates for leaf support. SIZE: 28″ h x 41″ l (closed) x 16-1/2″ w (closed) 47-1/2″ l (open). PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Table retains old surface with moderate old staining to top, small old repair to top edge at hinge, otherwise good. 49830-27 (800-1,200) – Lot 2141
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2142
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$948.00 |
SET OF FOUR CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY SIDE CHAIRS.
Late 18th century. Massachusetts. Serpentine crest rail with molded up swept ears joined to plain stiles centering a pierced carved owl splat. Trapezoidal seat frame with slip seats raised on frontal straight legs with chamfered edge, rear legs back swept joined by a recessed box stretcher. Seat covers of pale yellow silk with rows of small diamonds. SIZE: 36-1/2″ h (back) 18″ h (seat) x 20-1/2″ w (overall). PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Chairs have been professionally restored and re-polished, most glue blocks replaced, structurally very good. 50012-25 (800-1,200) – Lot 2142
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2143
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$0.00 |
OUTSTANDING REDWARE SGRAFFITO PLATE WITH TULIPS AND PEACOCK.
Southeastern Pennsylvania, 1823. Plate having outer circle with German writing and date as follows “Alle Junofrauen auf der erden Wolten gern zu weiber werden 1823″ (All the young women on the earth, would willingly become wives). Interior having full bodied peacock perched on branch flanked by tulip on each side. Peacock is highlighted in rare blue/green spot glaze against yellow/gold background. SIZE: 10” dia. CONDITION: Craquelure to glaze, some large glaze chips in background and on edge, small chipping on rim, no cracks or repairs. 49831-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2143
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2144
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$1,659.00 |
CARVED WAFER DOUGH PRESS.
Circa 1840 possibly Pennsylvania. This unusual example of a large dough or cookie press carved with the figures of a stag and horse with pinwheel and a flower and vase decoration, with the incised date of 1840 in the center and with 2 sets of initials above the stag incised in script “DLS” above “MND”. All within a wide border of carved rondels of various design including a fanciful winged creatures, heart pinwheels and other geometric designs. All carved from the solid. SIZE: 11-1/2 – 12″ d. CONDITION: Press with natural uneven yet minor warping and with small areas of staining. Multiple small shrinkage cracks, one stabilized with small cleat fasteners. Carving otherwise remains crisp. Old surfaces with soft patina. Generally good. 49901-12 (1,500-1,800) – Lot 2144
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2145
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$4,443.75 |
CHIPPENDALE PINE PENNSYLVANIA TALL CASE CLOCK.
Pennsylvania, late 18th- early 19th century. An architecturally bold example; the bonnet with scrolled pediment, four free standing columns, arched door and quatrefoil inspection lights. The pendulum section has a tulip carved door and is flanked by fluted engaged quarter columns, the lower case has square perimeter molding and old ogee bracket feet. The 30-hour pull-up movement is brass with time-and-strike functions, and the painted dial features Roman numerals. The clock retains its original seat board and dial. The dial is in good unrestored condition with original hands and is signed prominently “Christian Bixler Fulton No. 36″. The single brass cased weight and pendulum are present, as is the door key. SIZE: 91-1/2″ h x 22″ w x 10″ d. CONDITION: Case is in generally very good condition with old refinish. There are some cracks and losses to the lower half-inch of foot facings. Case and movement possibly by association. 49866-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2145
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2146
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$8,295.00 |
FINE LANCASTER COUNTY CARVED WALNUT KAS.
Last quarter 18th century. Pennsylvania. This unusually small example with multi-stepped molded cornice projecting above the rectangular case fitted with pair of raised 6 panel doors flanked by fluted pilasters further flanked by engaged fluted quarter columns. Base with 3 aligned drawers again flanked by engaged quarter columns resting on molded plinth. Interior divided in 2 parts by central vertical support original fitted with fixed shelves now absent. Doors mounted with what appears to be original H-form brass hinges. Drawers with bat wing brasses mounted in original holes. SIZE: 75-1/2″ h x 72″ w x 21″ d. CONDITION: Surfaces clean, now with later varnish. Minor cosmetic repairs throughout, including reattachment of large triangular section of proper right rear side panel at base, needing further attention. Small losses to molding in cornice. Structurally good, additional minor reattachment’s in areas of cornice needed. Not major in nature. We believe the Kas never had feet but is original now as presented. 49901-3 (7,000-8,000) – Lot 2146
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2147
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$711.00 |
PENNSYLVANIA CHIPPENDALE WALNUT TALL CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Fine large example with molded cornice above the rectangular case fitted with 3 aligned short drawers over pair of aligned drawers above 5 graduated long drawers all with cockbeaded edges, flanked by engaged reeded quarter columns on molded base raised on ogee bracket feet. SIZE: 69-1/2″ h x 47-1/2″ w x 21″ d (case). CONDITION: Structurally good with re-polished surface, retaining wide original backboards, now with 3rd set of brass hardware, good overall. 49995-6 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2147
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2148
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$2,962.50 |
PHILADELPHIA QUEEN ANNE WALNUT ARMCHAIR.
Mid to 3rd quarter 18th century. Pennsylvania. Shaped molded crest rail with unusual concave element, above a robust vasiform splat, flanked by shaped styles joined to hoop formed arms centering balloon seat frame, raised on dramatic shell carved frontal cabriole legs terminating in stockinged trifid or web feet, rounded rear legs back swept. NOTE: For a similar example see Hornors’s Blue Book, Philadelphia Furniture, by William Macpherson Hornor, JR., plate 305. SIZE: 41-1/2″ h, 17″ h (seat) x 26″ w. CONDITION: Professionally cleaned and re-polished, now in quite solid condition. Original seat frame, covered in peach/pink silk with floral and fauna decorations. 50049-2 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2148
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2149
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$0.00 |
PENNSYLVANIA FEDERAL WALNUT TALL CASE CLOCK.
1st quarter 19th century. Molded swans neck pediment terminating in floral brass rosettes, with 3 onion form wood finials above rectangular bonnet fitted with 4 free standing colonettes centering the arched glass mantel door opening to a painted dial with gilt scrolling vinery centering scene of ruins within reserve in arch. Further decorated with gilt scrolled spandrels centering the chapter ring of Roman numeral hours within Arabic minutes further centering a calendar aperture. Eight day brass movement with bell, chain driven with single weight. Case with astral arched door flanked by engaged reeded quarter columns joined to cove molded box base with cockbeaded central panel flanked by engaged quarter columns raised on flared French bracket feet. Clock is offered with pendulum, single weight and door key. SIZE: 94″ h x 12-3/3″ w (throat) x 10″ d. CONDITION: Surface has been stripped of original finish and re-polished, finials with slightly shortened spires, movement of unknown working condition but appears intact. Case structurally very good. 49861-3 (1,800-2,400) – Lot 2149
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2150
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$711.00 |
AFTER WILLIAM GUY WALL (Irish/American, 1792-1864) “THE JUNCTION OF THE SACANDAGA AND HUDSON RIVERS/NO 2 OF THE HUDSON RIVER PORT FOLIO”.
Color aquatint with hand coloring. Housed in a black frame with gilt highlights and hand colored mat. c. 1824-26. Inscribed lower left “Painted by W.G. Wall” and lower right “Finished by I. Hill” (for John Hill). Further inscribed lower center “No. 2 of the Hudson River Port Folio, published by H.J. Megarey & w.B. Gillen, New York & John Mills, Charleston, S.C.” SIZE: Sight size 16-1/4″ x 22-1/2″. Print size 17-1/4″ x 23-1/2″ Overall: 24″ x 25-1/2″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Vertical fold mark down center, minor fading, paper discoloration, not laid down, taped at corners. 49830-10 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2150
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2151
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$1,777.50 |
RARE AND UNUSUAL CARVED HAND IN HEART WALL SCONCE.
Mid 19th century. An interesting example of a hand, carved with a ruffled sleeve cuff that once held a torch or candle joined to a 3 dimensional stylized heart. What appears to be the original bracket mount affixed to rear. SIZE: 9-3/4″ h x 7″ w x 9″ d. CONDITION: Carving generally good with minor inactive insect damage. Painted surfaces showing normal and expected wear from age, somewhat faded and with soiling. 49901-11 (2,800-3,200) – Lot 2151
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2152
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$948.00 |
SET OF FOUR NEW LEBANON SHAKER SIDE CHAIRS TOGETHER WITH SINGLE NEW LEBANON “BARLOW” SIDE CHAIR.
1st quarter 20th century. New Lebanon, New York. Each chair offset with 3 arched slats joined to cylindrical styles surmounted by unusual cylindrical finials believed to be experimental at time Top slat held in place by wooden pegs. Each chair with newer woven taped seats. Single ladder back of similar form but with “onion” form finials and tapering cylindrical frontal legs. Chair retains original surface and taped seat. NOTE: This lot is accompanied by original bills of sale from 1998. SIZE: Set of 4: 40″ h (back) 16″ h (seat). Single: 41″ h (back) 17″ h (seat). CONDITION: Structurally very good. 49945-1 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2152
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2153
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$0.00 |
HOLLOW MOLDED AND GILT COPPER GRASSHOPPER WEATHERVANE.
Attributed to L.W. Cushing & Sons, Waltham, Massachusetts, late 19th Century. This vane has an intricate spire, ball and rod. The rod is 1″ in dia. A wonderful old verdigris patina with traces of gilding and black paint. Comes with museum style black metal stand. SIZE: 41″ l. Grasshopper 10″ h. With rod and spire 24-1/4″ h x 8″ w. CONDITION: Some gaps in soldered areas, old bends, generally in very good condition. 50044-1 (35,000-45,000) – Lot 2153
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2154
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$7,110.00 |
LARGE RARE OVER-SIZED FIGHTING COCK ROOSTER WEATHERVANE ATTRIBUTED TO HARRIS & CO., BOSTON, MA.
19th Century. Flattened full body form with highly embossed surfaces. Early gilt, yellow sizing & dark verdigris surfaces. Cast zinc feet & head. Old worn in-use paint & gilted surface. Accompanied by a museum stand. Harris catalog #55, the largest produced by the firm. REFERENCE: The Art of the Weathervane, Steve Miller, p155. SIZE: 29″ h x 26″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good with one small bullet hole repair. 49974-16 (8,000-16,000) – Lot 2154
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2155
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$5,925.00 |
RARE SHEET IRON THREE TIER CHANDELIER.
Late 18th early 19th century New England. The wonderful tapered octagonal shaft with conical top and two folded edge hanger rings, joined to a conforming dished base with crimped edge. The chandelier with three tiers of down swept folded edge candle arms terminating in crimped drip pans and slotted candle cups. The two upper arms each with four arms, the lower tier with eight candle arms. The chandelier with dark natural patina and vestiges of original worn paint overall. SIZE: 46″ h overall x 31″ d overall. CONDITION: Excellent untouched original condition. One drip pan slightly out of round. 49974-7 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 2155
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2156
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$711.00 |
PAIR OF GREEN TULIP & COLUMN SANDWICH GLASS LAMPS.
Each lamp with apple green tulip form top on a clam-broth pedestal base. Both electrified. SIZE: 14-3/4″ h to top of socket. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Both sections of each lamp drilled for wiring, top of one base with chip. 49830-19 (800-1,200) – Lot 2156
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2157
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$0.00 |
LARGE LOT OF SANDWICH GLASS.
Lot consists of: Two 11″ h (to top of glass) electrified blue glass lamps; 10-1/2″ clear glass fluid lamp; Pair of 10″ Vaseline dolphin candlesticks; Pair of 9″ amethyst candlesticks; pair of 8-3/4″ h dark amethyst candlesticks and a pair of 7″ blue & clam broth candlesticks. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Numerous chips, cracks, breaks (one candlestick in two pieces) & repairs. 49830-1 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2157
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2158
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$4,740.00 |
FINE NEW ENGLAND FEDERAL INLAID MAHOGANY SIDEBOARD.
1st quarter 19th century. Probably Massachusetts. Rectangular top with serpentine bowed front, edge cross banded above conforming case fitted with bowfront central door flanked by incurved short drawers over a pair of inset bowed cupboard doors flanked by incurved bottle drawers, all with crossbanding, inlaid fan spandrels and diamond inlays. Raised on square and trapezoidal tapered legs all with crossbanding at ankles. SIZE: 42″ h x 69″ l x 28″ d. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Sideboard professionally re-polished with some minor cosmetic restoration to stringing, oval brasses appear original. Case with good mellow patina. Very good overall. 50012-5 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2158
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2159
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$5,628.75 |
PAIR OF FEDERAL INLAID MAHOGANY CHINA CABINETS.
First quarter 19th Century New York or Boston. The rectangular molded cornice with demilune crests above the frieze of geometric parquetry banding centering an oval patera above the glass sided case. The central astral-glazed door with drape craved mullions opening to a silk lined interior fitted for two plate glass shelves. All above a bank of two central drawers flanked by figural panels, the whole raised on shaped French feet. SIZE: 75-1/2″ h x 50″ w x 16-1/2 overall d. CONDITION: One cabinet door was damaged and now restored including replacement glass panels and re-building of door frame. Otherwise good. 49306-1 (800-1,000) – Lot 2159
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2160
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$1,777.50 |
DIMINUTIVE NEW ENGLAND INLAID MAHOGANY SERPENTINE CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Circa 1810. The rectangular case, the top with molded edge and serpentine front over four conforming long drawers with string inlaid borders, fan spandrels, all with cockbeaded edges, raised on slender French fret with shaped returns and scalloped front apron. The original unusual oval brasses depicting a shepherd defending his flock against wild animal. SIZE: 31-1/2″ h x 32-1/2″ w x 19-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: From a central Connecticut collection. CONDITION: Case with old re-polished surface, minor cosmetic restoration, backboards and feet original, generally good overall. 50068-9 (1,800-2,400) – Lot 2160
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2161
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$711.00 |
FINE FEDERAL TRANSITIONAL CARVED MAHOGANY SETTEE ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM HOOK.
First quarter 19th Century, Salem, Massachusetts. Rectangular overupholsted back joined to side panel with down sloping arms, continuing to arms with swelled reeded supports on urns with waterleaf carving centering the upholstered seat. The seat juncture at leg with block elements and with burled maple veneer panels. Raised on swelled reeded legs with ring cuffs continuing to slender feet, with three rear legs backswept. William Hook (b. 1777 d.1867) Salem, Massachusetts/Roxbury, Massachusetts. SIZE: Height: 32″ Length: 75″ Depth: 25″. CONDITION: Sofa contains original surface, now age darkened with untouched patina. There is a structural break at base of arm support at seat rail. In need of structural restoration, otherwise good. 49922-5 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2161
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2162
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$0.00 |
COPPER FULL BODY EAGLE WEATHERVANE.
Late 19th early 20th-Century, New England. The displayed eagle perched on large ball mounted to short posts. SIZE: 20-1/2″ h x 45″ w. CONDITION: Weathervane retains old gilt verdigris surface. Neck re-soldered and with bullet hole repair at mid-point of back. Other old minor repairs and areas of re-soldering. Additional repair to proper right wing tip. 49922-17 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2162
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2163
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$0.00 |
POINTING HAND BANNER WEATHERVANE, CUSHING & WHITE, WALTHAM, MA.
Third quarter of the 19th Century. Embossed sheet copper banner with well detailed pointing hand, adjoining spire topped rod. Old in-use worn gold leaf surface. Accompanied by a museum stand. REFERENCE: Weather Vanes, Klamkin, p30. SIZE: 17″ h x 36″ l. CONDITION: Very good with only minor seam separation top of hand. 49974-18 (4,000-8,000) – Lot 2163
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2164
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$2,962.50 |
THREE-MAST SPANISH GALLEON SHIP WEATHERVANE.
Early 20th Century. Well detailed full bodied example with nice old in-use verdigris surfaces throughout. Accompanied by a museum stand. SIZE: 32″ h x 43″ l. CONDITION: Very good with minor restoration to rigging & masts, minor seam separations, one flag with partial loss. 49974-10 (3,000-6,000) – Lot 2164
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2165
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$0.00 |
WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (American, 1842-1909) PORTRAIT OF THE FOUR-MAST SCHOONER “LUCY N. RUSSELL”.
Oil on canvas scene shows a four-mast black-hulled ship in full sail sailing right to left in wavy blueish/green water with white tipped waves. Five flags, including the American Flag fly off each mast. Seven figures are on board. All seen under a blue & white cloud sky. The name emblazoned on the stern and a low land mass is seen in background. Signed lower left “W.P. Stubbs 87″. Housed in a gilt wood double liner missing its outside frame (with losses). SIZE: 26″ x 42”. Overall: 31″ x 47″ CONDITION: Lined on new stretcher, the surface shows all over craquelure which is raised causing a wrinkling effect to the canvas, restored showing areas of inpaint & restoration. Some surface abrasions. 50025-1 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 2165
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2166
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$1,185.00 |
ATTRIBUTED TO GIOVANNI LUZZO (Italian, 19th/20th century)”BARQUE NOOR JEHAN OF SUNDERLAND”, 1868.
Watercolor portrait of the three masted Barque Noor Jehan in full sail leaving Venice, with gondola’s in the background. The barque, owned at the time of this portrait by Robert Fairley of Sunderland, a Rope manufacturer, is listed in the Mercantile Navy List and Maritime Directory of 1867 as weighing 284 tons. She is named after the 17th century Mughal Empress Noor Jehan. Inscribed with title and dated 1868. Housed in a giltwood frame. SIZE: Sight size: 13-3/4″ x 19-1/2″. Overall: 18″ x 23 -1/2″. CONDITION: Good with several abrasions and minor losses and discoloration 49861-15 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2166
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2167
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$1,777.50 |
CASED SHIP MODEL OF THE “ANN & HOPE” ALONG WITH A PORTRAIT OF ITS CAPTAIN THOMAS LAING AND FAMILY HISTORY INCLUDING A MANIFEST DATED 1804.
Oil on canvas 1/2 portrait of who is believed to be Captain Thomas Laing (1759-1821), unsigned but attributed to Charles Delin (Netherlands, 1756 – 1818). On back of portrait is written family histories regarding Lieutenant Thomas Laing and Captain Thomas Clark, the families were intertwined. Captain Laing was commissioned by President John Adams as Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy on the U.S. Frigate Alliance, he also was master of the “Ann & Hope” which later wrecked at Block Island after completing her 6th voyage, January 10, 1806. Included in this lot is a 12-1/2″ x 7-3/4″ framed document titled “Report and Manifest of the cargo on board ship Ann & Hope, Thomas Laing, Master…bound for East Indies, via Lisbon, Port of Providence the 7 day of Nov 1804”. Document is signed by Thomas Laing on the backside. Glass cased ship model has a presentation plaque “Ann & Hope” typical China trade merchant ship of 551 tons owned by Brown & Ives of Providence, Rhode Island 1798 – 1806. Late 19th century ship model of wood acquired by Homer Clark. Ship model was restored in 2007 by The American Marine Model Gallery in Salem, Massachusetts. Before pictures and paperwork accompany this lot. Other family notes and history including 3 pictures in the Clark family and framed John Clark U.S. Navy certificate are also included. NOTE: The Ann & Hope was owned by the firm Brown & Ives and was one of the leaders in American commerce and industry for many years and attained its wealth from the tea and silk trade in China. They built the Ann & Hope in 1798 and was named after the wives of Nicolas Brown and Thomas Ives the owners. Her first voyage was to Canton, China. SIZE: Portrait: 21″ x 17″. 23-3/4″ x 19-1/2″ (overall). Ship is approximately: 41″ l x 38″ h. Case: 40-1/2″ h x 46″ l x 17-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Portrait is un-restored with 3″ tear in shoulder, framed document is very good with stain at bottom, ship is in excellent restored condition. 49994-1 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2167
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2168
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$0.00 |
MICHAEL ZENO DIEMER (German, 1867-1939) CLIPPER SHIP CUTTING THROUGH ROUGH SEAS.
An oil on canvas depicting a three masted clipper ship caught between large waves, travelling towards the right. Housed in a giltwood frame and signed lower left “M. Zeno Diemer”. SIZE: 39″ x 57″. Overall: 51″ x 68″. CONDITION: Very good. Canvas is lined and varnish has yellowed. Gilding on frame is chipping, with losses. 49556-1 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 2168
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2169
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$711.00 |
TWO ANTIQUE WOOD BOAT MODELS.
1) 13 lift 1/2 hull model of a yacht, mounted to molded edge walnut board. Lifts in light and dark wood, nice consolidated varnish patina. 2) 7 lift cat boat hull model with walnut molded edge stand. SIZE: 1) 29-1/2″ l x 5″ h. 37″ l x 7″ h (overall). 2) 16-1/2″ l x 6″ w x 2-1/2″ h. Stand 17-1/2″ l x 5-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Very good on both. 49861-14 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2169
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2170
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$0.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (19th Century) PORTRAIT OF THE CLIPPER SHIP “YOUNG AMERICA”.
An oil on canvas laid down on Masonite depicting a three masted square rigged clipper ship sailing towards the left in choppy seas with a steam driven two masted ship in the distant horizon. Monogrammed and dated lower right “A(anchor)J 1877″. Housed in a giltwood frame. Note: The Young America was built by William H. Webb of New York and launched in 1853, at the height of the clipper construction boom. She sailed in the California trade, on transatlantic routes, and made voyages to Australia and the Far East. She set a record for the passage from Liverpool to San Francisco in 1872, of 99 days. In 1886, she disappeared after leaving Philadelphia for Fiume under the command of Captain Vlassich. SIZE: 18″ x 30″. Overall: 21-1/4″ x 33-1/4”. CONDITION: Good, having heavy varnish and craquelure. 49888-9 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2170
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2171
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$2,962.50 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (19th Century) PORTRAIT OF THE CLIPPER SHIP “SWEEPSTAKES”.
An oil on canvas laid down on Masonite depicting a three masted square rigged clipper ship sailing towards the right in choppy seas with a steam driven two masted ship in the distant horizon. Monogrammed and dated lower right “A(anchor)J 1877”, verso board stamped “Panda Board”. Housed in giltwood frame. Note: The Sweepstakes, weighing in at 1600 tons, was built in 1853 for the California trade by Westervelt & MacKay in New York. It was the last clipper built by the Westervelt shipyard. She is best known for her record 74 day passage from New York to Bombay in 1867. At the time, it was one of the fastest passages on record between the two ports. The Sweepstakes bore a stripe of gold, found on only a few others clippers. She had an unusual upright bow, curved stem, a straight keel, and a rockered, arched forefoot. She made her final voyage in 1864 before running aground on a reef in the Sunda Straits. Fannier Palmer and Nathaniel Currier published a lithograph of the Sweepstakes in 1853, the year she was built. This painting, created in 1877, long after her demise, may have been based on the Palmer and Currier lithograph of 1853 with variations to the other vessels depicted. SIZE: 18″ x 30″. Overall: 21-1/4″ x 33-1/4″. CONDITION: Good, having heavy varnish and craquelure. 49888-10 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2171
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2172
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$3,555.00 |
ENGLISH SCHOOL (19th/20th century) STEAM AND SAIL PORTRAIT OF THE TOPSAIL SCHOONER “ESTHER”.
Unsigned oil on canvas portrait of the schooner “Esther” in full sail crossing the bow of a steam driven tugboat, with the Union Jack flying off her stern. Housed in a giltwood frame. SIZE: 18″ x 16-1/2″. Overall: 23-1/4″ x 31-1/2″ CONDITION: Discolored varnish, surface grime, old restoration in sails 49861-19 (4,000-5,000) – Lot 2172
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2173
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$8,532.00 |
FINE PHILADELPHIA CHIPPENDALE FIGURAL MAHOGANY TILT TOP TEA TABLE.
Circa 1760. Circular single board top with carved molded and scalloped piecrust edge, tilting and swiveling on birdcage support, joined to well carved fluted suppressed ball pedestal on tripod leg support. Foliate carved at knees continuing to well defined ankles and terminating in ball and talon feet. SIZE: 29″ h x 23-1/4″ x 23-3/4″ dia. CONDITION: Professionally cleaned old if not original finish, with French polish, underside of top with 2 old butterfly clamps at 2 tight stress cracks, very good overall. 50049-3 (12,000-15,000) – Lot 2173
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2174
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$3,555.00 |
QUEEN ANNE WALNUT TRAY TOP TEA TABLE.
3rd quarter 18th century. Pennsylvania. Rectangular tray top with shaped molded edge projecting above conforming frieze, fitted with single thumbmolded drawer, each side with shaped apron, raised on delicate cabriole legs with shaped returns, terminating in slipper feet with delineated toes. SIZE: 27-1/2″ h x 28-1/2″ l x 19-1/4″ d. CONDITION: Professionally restored and re-polished, top appears to be undisturbed but with some replaced glue blocks, tight shrinkage splits and stress cracks through top now stabilized, drawer with original brass handle. 50049-6 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2174
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2175
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$0.00 |
DIMINUTIVE CHIPPENDALE CHERRY BOWFRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS.
2nd half 18th century, New England. Rectangular top with bowfront above conforming case fitted with 4 graduated long drawers with cock beaded edges on molded base with ogee bracket feet with accentuated shape returns. SIZE: 33″ h x 40″ w x 20-1/2″ d. CONDITION: With old surface excessively cleaned, later period oval brasses in original holes, bracket base appears original, 1 drawer lock and escutcheon absent. Very good overall. 49861-2 (2,400-2,800) – Lot 2175
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2176
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$474.00 |
FEDERAL MAHOGANY CHIPPENDALE TALL CASE CLOCK.
American or English, circa 1815. An inlaid mahogany tall case clock with eight-day time-and-strike movement. The bonnet having a scrolled solid fret with inlaid plinths and brass ball-and-spire finials. The inlaid arched bonnet door is flanked by free-standing columns with brass capitals and bases. The pendulum door has an arched top and semi-circular fan inlay, with quarter fans at corners, and string inlay and crotch mahogany veneer. The door is flanked by simple line inlay and beaded case sides. The lower case has cross banded crotch mahogany and line inlay, with quarter fan corners, and bracket feet. The movement is of composite construction, with brass sheet and applied cast spandrels, boss, Roman numerals and chapter ring, with an eight-day time-and-strike, with subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture. No hands are present. Signed “Benj. Morris / Deptford”. The dial has an add-on top portion with a boss in the arch that says “Tempest Fugit”. SIZE: 95″ h x 19-1/4″ w x 10″ d. CONDITION: Dial and movement associated with clock. Feet and finials have been replaced. Some age cracks to veneer in lower case. Quality refinish. 49191-31 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2176
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2177
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$6,517.50 |
RARE & IMPORTANT ROADSTER WEATHERVANE.
First quarter of the 20th Century. Molded copper, brass & zinc example having flattened 3-D form with embossed body details and zinc wheel hubs & brass headlight. Very good old in-use verdigris surface. REFERENCE: Nearly identical example in A Gallery of American Weathervanes & Whirligigs, Robert Bishop & Patricia Coblentz, p 101, #180. SIZE: 16″ h x 30″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good. 49974-11 (6,000-12,000) – Lot 2177
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2178
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$0.00 |
RARE CAST ZINC & COPPER ROOSTER WEATHERVANE BY A.L. JEWELL & CO.
Third quarter of the 19th Century. Flattened full body form having zinc body with embossed detail & layered sheet and flattened full body embossed copper tail. Fine verdigris surfaces throughout. Accompanied by a museum stand. REFERENCE: The Art of the Weathervane, Steve Miller, p37 for similar example. SIZE: 22″ h x 18″ l. CONDITION: Very good with minor seam separations & repair/restoration to rear portion of tail. 49974-15 (3,500-7,000) – Lot 2178
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2179
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$0.00 |
“ST.-JULIAN” HORSE & SULKY WEATHERVANE.
Late 19th Century. Copper with cast zinc head on horse. Old in-use regilded surface. SIZE: 24″ h x 45″ l. CONDITION: Good, minor gold leaf flaking & wear to surface. 49910-2 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2179
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2180
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$9,480.00 |
RARE OVER-SIZED LEAPING STAG WEATHERVANE ATTRIBUTE TO WASHBURNE.
Early 20th Century. Cast zinc head, old in-use gold leaf surface. SIZE: 40″ h x 50″ l. CONDITION: Very good, tip of one antler detached but present, mounting rod detached. 49910-1 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2180
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2181
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$1,777.50 |
RARE COCONUT FORM HARDWOOD TEA CADDY ON STAND.
Late 18th, early 19th century Caribbean Islands, English. This rare hardwood example, probably mahogany, carved in the form of a coconut with hinged lid opening to a red velvet lined interior with original lock, hasp and key. Joined to a molded teak (?) socle, the bottom similarly lined. SIZE: 7″ h. CONDITION: Smooth wood surface originally highly polished. Tight vertical stabilized shrinkage crack in bottom edge of lid. Segmented velvet liners early but later additions. Otherwise very good. 49901-10 (1,700-2,000) – Lot 2181
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2182
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$0.00 |
ENGLISH SCHOOL (19th Century) MINIATURE WATERCOLOR PORTRAIT ON IVORY OF ANN BABER.
In original frame. The young Mrs. Baber is wearing a blue dress and white bonnet with tight black pin curls framing her face. She is set in a landscape of trees with a sky dotted with puffy gray and white clouds. Unsigned, with a label on the back inscribed “Ann Baber, wife of Benjamin Baber.” The back of the frame has an indiscernible English stamp with crown. NOTE: Geneological records list a Benjamin and Ann (Hopkins) Baber from Somerset, England were married in May of 1845. SIZE: 3-1/2″ x 2-7/8″. Overall: 7″ x 6-1/4″. CONDITION: Very good, no sign of cracks. 49861-11 (1,000-1,200) – Lot 2182
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2183
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$651.75 |
INTERESTING MAHOGANY TRAVELING DECANTER BOX.
English or American bottle carrier, circa 1800. Domed box has center handle for carrying and has dovetailed construction. Top having two sections of dome top that open to reveal two removable tin liners which presently hold a pair of blown period clear decanters. Interior green felt lined, one section having keyhole with no key present. SIZE: 16-1/2″ h x 13″ w x 6-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Very good. 49888-8 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2183
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2184
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$2,073.75 |
RARE AND UNUSUAL OAK PILGRIM ERA CARVER SIDE CHAIR.
1660-1680, Eastern Massachusetts. Fine example in red oak (accompanied by a wood analysis certificate from Alden Identification Service), back of typical form with elongated finials above cylindrical turned styles centering an arrangement of 3 horizontal and 3 vertical bobbin-and ring-turned spindles above the trapezoidal woven seat, raised on simple cylindrical legs joined by a double box stretcher. SIZE: 40″ h (back) 16″ h (seat) x 21″ w. CONDITION: Surface very good, structurally intact, no visible restoration, large “V” shaped chip to bottom proper left front leg. 50049-4 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2184
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2185
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$1,718.25 |
BANISTER BACK SIDE CHAIR IN BLACK PAINT.
Mid 18th Century New Hampshire or Massachusetts. The pierced foliate carved crest with S-scrolls joined to four baluster turned split banister splats flanked by block ring-and baluster-turned stiles above the woven trapezoidal seat. Raised on block-turned frontal legs joined to a frontal stretcher with baluster-and-reel turnings. SIZE: Height of back: 46″ Height of seat: 17″ Width: 18-1/4″ CONDITION: Surfaces with later black over early gray or cream paint. Seat recently replaced. Structurally very good. 49922-54 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2185
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2186
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$1,540.50 |
FINE NEW ENGLAND BANNISTER BACK ARMCHAIR.
Late 18th early 19th Century, double arch tombstone crest rail joined to ring-turned baluster stiles, surmounted by knopped ball finials, centering five split banister baluster turned splats. The back joined to rounded shaped arms with bold rolled handgrips and baluster-and bobbin-turned frontal legs, centering a trapezoidal rush seat, the rear legs cylindrical in form, all joined by a double box stretcher, footrest ring, baluster-and bobbin-turned. SIZE: Height: 47-3/4″ Seat height: 17″ Overall width: 24″ CONDITION: Chair structurally sound with mellow patina, retaining original woven seat, frontal stretcher with appropriate wear. Very good overall. 49922-50 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2186
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2187
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$711.00 |
FINE BANISTER-BACK SIDE CHAIR ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN GAINES.
Mid 18th Century, Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The pierced carved crest rail with foliate and C-scrolled volutes above four baluster turned split banisters, all joined to swelled cylindrical ring-turned stiles, surmounted by knopped balled finials. The woven trapezoidal seat raised on cylindrical legs, joined by double box turned stretchers. The chair with varnished surface over remnants of early red wash. SIZE: Height of back: 40-3/4″ Height of seat: 15-1/2″ Width: 18-3/4″ overall CONDITION: Crest with repairs, now with old iron crescent braces. Proper right legs, now with turnbuckle tightening brace. Chair frame need retightening. 49922-56 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2187
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2188
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$1,777.50 |
EARLY AMERICAN MAPLE GATELEG TABLE.
Third quarter 18th Century New England. Rectangular top with round edges and hinged demilune leaves projecting above the rectangular frieze fitted with single fitted deep drawer, raised on six block baluster turned legs, two legs joined to hinged gates for leaf support, all joined by similar turned boxed stretcher, the whole of pegged construction. SIZE: Height: 29″ Length closed: 48″ Width closed: 19-1/2″ Length open: 58″ x 48″ CONDITION: Top with two parallel shrinkage splits and with various old repairs in areas of hinges. Now stabilized with metal cleats. Old water stains and spotting on surface. Drawer original. Table overall with mellow patina with early, if not original, surfaces. Stretchers show normal and expected in-use wear. Generally good. 49922-48 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2188
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2189
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$4,147.50 |
“COD FISH” MAP OF NORTH AMERICA BY HERMAN MOLL, 1719.
Moll’s famous map of North America depicting California as an island. Upper left, a pictorial cartouche depicting Native American Indians and Eskimos flanking the armorial shield of Lord Sommers. Beneath the cartouche, is the Cod Fish engraving after which this map is nicknamed. The lower left corner has a block of 10 charts of harbors including Boston, New York, Port Royal, Havana, etc. The central map of North America depicts California as an island. The copper engraved map is hand-colored and outlined. SIZE: Overall: 24-3/4″ h. Overall length: 40-1/2″. Map size: 22-1/2″ x 38″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Colors remain vibrant. Minimal toning, primarily at vertical medial crease. Small tears and losses along borders outside of map. Good to very good. 49794-3 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2189
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2190
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$0.00 |
1906 ELDRIDGE LONG ISLAND SOUND CHART.
Circa 1906, Massachusetts. Original 1906 George W. Eldridge chart “A” Long Island Sound from New York to New London showing water depths in fathoms, local harbors, towns, cities and islands. Also showing lighthouses and buoys. Printed with General Agent’s stamp of Charles C. Hutchinson, 152 State Street, Boston, General Agent. Map on linen backing. SIZE: 26″ h x 76-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Overall toning. Edges weak with small losses. Creasing throughout. Tear loss to right of “Eldridge’s”. Tear in key, otherwise fair overall. 49794-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2190
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2191
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$2,666.25 |
JOHANNISVAN KEVLEN MAP OF VIRGINIA.
Circa, 1696, Amsterdam. Cartouche in upper right corner reads: “Pas Kaart / van de Zee Kujten van / VIRGINIA / Tuffchen / C Henry en t Hooge Land van Renfelaars Hoek / Door Vooght Geometra / T AMSTERDAM By / JOHANNISVAN KEVLEN / Boek en Zee Kaart verkoper aande Niewe brug / Inde Gekroonde Lootsman / Met Privilegie voor 15 Iaaren”. The map depicts the coastline of Virginia and Chesapeake Bay with hand-colored compass points. SIZE: 20-1/2″ h x 23-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection CONDITION: Very good with minimal toning and with minor creasing and weakness at edge of paper outside of map border. 49794-4 (800-1,200) – Lot 2191
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2192
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$0.00 |
LE ROUGE, BAYE DE LA DELAWARE, 1777.
Avec les Ports, Sondes / Dangers, Banes & / depuis les Caps Jusqu’a Philadelphie / d’Apres la Carte / de Joshua Fisher / publiee a Philadelphie / A PARIS / Chez le Rouge rue des / grandes Augustins / 1777 / Avec Privilege du Roi. A rare example of the Joshua Fisher map published in Philadelphia detailing the river approaches to Philadelphia. SIZE: Map borders: 18-1/4″ h x 23-3/4″ w. Sheet size: 20″ h x 26-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Small water spots lower right corner facing with light folds and creases. Minor foxing in upper quadrant, otherwise good. 49794-8 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2192
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2193
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$1,303.50 |
THEATRE DE LA GUERRE EN AMERIQUE, LE SR. ROUGE A PARIS, 1777.
THEATRE DE LA GUERRE EN AMERIQUE Par le Sr. le Rouge Ingenieur Geographe de Roy a Paris rue des Augustins Avec Privilege du Roi 1777. Engraved map, hand-colored in outline. A fine Revolutionary War period map, featuring an engraved vignette of Niagara Falls, insets of the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River Valley. Watermarked. SIZE: 25″ h x 20″ w. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Generally very good. Slight water stain between second A and D in Canada. Louisiana insert with three water stains, lower right corner. Medial folding crease with 3″ reinforcement at edge. 49794-5 (800-1,200) – Lot 2193
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2194
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$3,081.00 |
GROUP OF FIVE MAPS RELATING TO THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION.
1) Hand-colored map of the attacks on Fort Washington, 1861. Hand-colored lithograph map “Attacks of Fort Washington by His Majestys Forces under the command of General Sir William Howe K. B. 16 Nov’r 1776”. Published for David T. Valentine for “D. T. Valentine’s Manual, for 1861” by George Hayward, New York within cartouche. The colorful images show American and British forces, Forts Lee, Washington, Independence and Constitution, British vessels used for landings from Long Island, roads, fields, forests and rivers. Minor tears at fold creases. 2) Mr. D’Anville, 1779. NORTH AMERICA / from the French ? of Mr. D’ANVILLE / IMPROVED / with THE ENGLISH SURVEYS made Since the Peace / NB. The Boundaries of the Provinces since the conquest of Canada are laid down as settled by the King in Council. Printed by Robert Sayer & J. Bennett London June 1779 within cartouche. Map depicts Eastern United States including Nova Scotia, New Foundland and the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. With colored borders. 3) Mr. Rigobert Bonne, Theatre de la Guerre en Amerique, 1776. CANADA 1RE. FEUILLE. PARTIE / DE L’AMERIQUE / SEPTENTRIONALE / qui comprend / le Canada, la Louisiane, le Labrador, / le Groenland, la Nouvelle Angleterre, / la Floride & c. / Projettee et assujettie aux Observations / par Mr. Bonne. / A Paris chez Lattre, rue St. Jacques. / a la Ville de Bordeaux. / avec Priv. du Roy. / Revue et corrigee / 1776 within cartouche. Map depicts Upper Canada including Hudson Bay, Labrador, the Bay of Baffin and Southern Greenland. With colored borders. 4) Eman. Bowen, 1747. A New General Map of America. Drawn from several Accurate / particular Maps and Charts, / and Regulated by / Astronomical Observations / By Eman. Bowen within cartouche. Framed hand-colored engraved map of North and South America, the Solomon Islands to the West and Cape Verde and Canary Islands to the East. Housed in a simple modern frame. 5) Eman. Bowen, 1740’s edition. A New and Accurate Map of New Jersey, Pennsilvania, New York and New England / with the Adjacent Countries / Drawn from Surveys, “afforded” by / the most approved Modern / Maps & Charts / and Regulated by Astronomical Observations / By Eman. Bowen. Housed in a modern frame. SIZE: 1) Map size: 16-1/2″ x 21-3/4″. 2) Map size: 18″ x 20-1/4″. Sheet size: 21″ x 23-1/2″. 3) Map size: 11-3/4″ x 17″. Sheet size: 15-1/4″ x 20″. 4) Map size: 14″ x 17″. 5) Map size: 17″ x 14″. Sheet size site: 17-1/4″ x 21″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: 1) Margins beyond map border clipped. Minor toning, colors remain crisp. Good overall. 2) With overall minor toning, most notable in sheet borders. Otherwise very good. 3) Map with overall slight toning, notably in outer sheet borders and surface soiling. Some foxing in lower third of map. 4) Toning throughout, otherwise good. 5) Slight toning overall. Central lower and upper sheet borders with discoloration from tape stabilizing old tears, otherwise colors remain strong. Break in glass of frame, upper left quadrant. Generally good. 49794-11 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2194
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2195
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$1,659.00 |
VAUGONDY MAP OF VIRGINIA AND MARYLAND, 1755.
Carte / De La VIRGINIA et / du MARYLAND / Dressee sur la grande carte Angloise de Mrs. Josue / Fry et Pierre Jefferson / Par le Sr. Robert de Vaugondy Geographe / ordinaire du Roi / Avec Privilege / 1755. The engraved map with hand-colored borders. Note: although title and major features such as the ocean are in French, much of the map is in English. Number “105” on back. SIZE: Map at border: 19″ h x 25″ w. 21-1/2″ overall x 28-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Minimal toning. Colored outlines remain crisp. Minimal creasing in outer border. Generally good. 49794-6 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2195
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2196
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$3,851.25 |
FOUR MAPS OF NORTH AMERICA TOGETHER WITH A MAP OF COOK’S VOYAGES.
1) Jon. George Schreibers, late 17th Century. CHARTE von dem / ENGELL AENDISCHEN / u. FRANZOESISCHEN / Besitzungen in / NORD AMERICA. An early map showing North America naming ten colonies. In a modern frame. Lower left corner of sheet beneath map written in pencil script is “Circa 1680 (rare)”. 2) Probably Leonhard Euler, 1750. AMERICAE / SEPTENTRIONALIS / Pars. IV. This scarce German map of the Caribbean and Central America is part of a four-sheet map of North America. Each sheet stands alone with a decorative cartouche and full borders. The map is nicely detailed with place names in both German and English and shows many of the smaller islands, shoals and reefs. The map extends north to Cumberland Island, Georgia and west to Pensacola, Florida. Florida is quite narrow with southern Florida depicted as a series of large islands. A number of rivers and small lakes fill the peninsula. In contrast, there is little inland detail in South America, where Lake Maracaibo is given an elongated, narrow shape. The map with decorative title cartouche and a small compass rose. Housed in a modern frame. 3) Leonhard Euler, 1755. MAPPA/GEOGRAPHICA/AMERICAE/SEPTENTRIONALIS/ad emendatiora Exemplaria/adhuc edita/jussu/ACAD. REG. SCIENT. et./ELEG. LITT./descripta./Pars. II. The map delineates the following territories: Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Brunswick, New Jersey, New York, Newfoundland and Labrador, North Carolina, Nova Scotia, Pennsylvania, Prince Edward Island, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia. Housed in a modern frame. 4) German map illustrating the three voyages of Captain James Cook in the Pacific Ocean. Signed in script lower right facing beneath neat line “S. Benedicti”. 5) Robert Vaugondy, 1755. PARTIE / DE L’AMERIQUE SEPTENTRIONALE, / qui comprend / LE COURS DE L’OHIO, / LA NLLE. ANGLETERRE, LA NLLE. YORK, / LE NEW JERSEY, LA PENSYLVANIE, / LE MARYLAND LA VIRGINIE, LA CAROLINE. / Par les Sr. Robert de Vaugondy Geographe / ordinaire du Roi. / Avec privilege 1755 within cartouche. Copper engraving on paper with watermarks. Hand-colored borders. SIZE: 1) Map size: 6-1/2″ x 9-1/4″ in modern frame. 2) Map size: 13-1/2″ x 14-14″. 3) Map size: 13-1/2″ x 14-1/4″. 4) Map size: 21″ x17-1/2″. Sheet size: 28-3/4″ x 22″. 5) Map size: 18-3/4″ x 24-1/2″. Sheet size: 21-1/2″ x 27-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: 1) With overall toning and some minor foxing. Sheet trimmed. 2) With some foxing throughout and soiling to sheet borders. Map remains crisp and clear and housed in a modern frame. Sheet has been trimmed to map at top and bottom. 3) Colors somewhat faded. Borders remain clear. Slight toning and foxing throughout. Sheet has been trimmed to neat lines at top and bottom, otherwise good. 4) Map engraved on heavy paper with light toning, otherwise very good. 5) Light toning and soiling to sheet borders. Map good overall with no major issues. 49794-13 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2196
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2197
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$888.75 |
HUBERT JAILLOT, AMERIQUE SEPTENRIONALE DIVISEE EN SES PRINCIPALES PARTIES.
Engraved map by Hubert Jaillot (1632-1712) with original hand-colored outlines. This large format map of North America shows California as an island and is based on Sanson’s map of 1656. Note: text within cartouche reads: AMERIQUE SEPTENTRIONALE / divisee en ses principales parties, / ou sont distingues les vns de autres / LES ESTATES / suivant quils appartiennent presentemet aux / FRANCOIS CASTILLANS, ANGLOIS, SUEDOIS DANOIS, HOLLANDOIS / Tiree des relations de toutes ces Nations. / par le S. Sanson, Geographe Ordinaire du Roy. / PRESENTEE / A MONSEIGNEUR LE DAUPHIN, / Parson tres humble, tres-obeissant et tres fidele Serviteur, / Hubert Jaillot. SIZE: Overall 24″ h x 38″ l. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Slight toning overall. Water stains along exterior outer edge. Losses to paper along middle third of lower edge. 49794-7 (800-1,200) – Lot 2197
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2198
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$3,258.75 |
GROUP OF FIVE EUROPEAN MAPS OF NORTH AMERICA.
1) Isaak Tirion, NIEUWE KAART van de GROOTBRITTANNISCHE VOLKPLANTINGEN in NOORD AMERICA. Waar in tevens de Fransche Bezittingen en de Landen, tuschen oie beide Volken in geschil staande en de wederzyosche Pretensien ouidelyk aangewezen worden. Getrokken uit de beste Kaarten van de Mr. Mitchell en anderen Ter opheldering van de Hedendaagfche Historie van Groot Brittanje. 1755. Map of Eastern North America, as far west as the Louisiana Territory, as far north as Canada and Hudson Bay, east to New Foundland and south to Florida. 2) Heirs of Johann Baptist Homann, 1745. Segmented Map of the Atlantic Coast. Hand-colored engraving on paper, depicting Newfoundland, Canada; Virginia and Maryland; New England, New York and New Jersey; and Carolina and Florida; titled “Dominia Anglorum in America Septentrional”. Published in Nuremburg, 1745. Retains early hand-coloring. 3) & 4) 3) Americae Septentrionals Pars I. & III. 3) This rare Texas map depicts the region from somewhat east of the Mississippi to Lower California in the 1750’s, most of which was claimed and loosely governed by Spain. The map was included in Leonhard Euler’s “Geographisher Atlas”, and is one part of a four part map of America. It includes an inset map of northeastern Canada. The map is in German and English. 4) One sheet of Leonhard van Euler’s scarce 4 sheet map of North America, published in response to the maps of Mitchell and D’Anville. 5) Gottfried Hensel/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1746. America cum Supplementis Poly-Glottis. Rare map of America identifying the prevalent languages of the world. Includes two text tables with the Characters of the Persian and Brahmam languages. California is shown as an Island. SIZE: Map size: 14-1/4″ x 17-1/2″. Sheet size: 16-3/4″ x 19-3/4″. 2) Map size overall: 19-1/2″ x 21-3/4″. Sheet size: 21″ x 24-3/4″. 3) Map size Part I: 13-1/2″ x 14-1/4″. Sheet size: 14″ x 17-3/4″. Map size Part III: 13-1/2″ x 14-1/4″ Sheet size: 14-3/4″ x 17-3/4″. 5) Map size: 6-1/4″ x 8-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Central Maine Private Collection. CONDITION: 1) Minor toning with some foxing, right side facing. Small tear at fold crease. Minor soiling to sheet edges. Otherwise good. 2)Slight toning. Soiling to sheet borders with minor losses. Maps clean with good color, generally good to very good. 3) & 4) Each map with areas of foxing and soiling on sheet edges. Each with reinforcement on back at medial fold. Part I with small tear in upper sheet edge outside of neat line. 5) With light toning, otherwise very good. 49794-12 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2198
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2199
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$2,073.75 |
GROUP OF FOUR 18TH CENTURY FRENCH MAPS.
1) J. B. Nolin, AMERIQUE OU NOUVEAU CONTINENT / DRESSEE / Sur les Nouvelles Relations / Decouvertes et Observations / Par J. B. Nolin / A PARIS / Chez Basset rue St. Jacques / 1777 / Avec privilege du Roi within a cartouche. 2) CARTE / DE LA PARTIE DE LA COTE NORD – OUEST / DE L’AMERIQUE / Reconnue pendant les Etes de 1792, 1793, et 1794 / jusqu’au / Cap Douglas / PAR LE CAPITAINE GEORGE VANCOUVER / commandant la Decouvrte et le Chatham / avec les Routes de ces deux Batimens; / Redigee par le Lieutenant EDWARD ROBERTS / d’apres les Reconnaissances et les observations. The map depicting the Northwest coast of North America from the Southeast corner of Alaska to Prince William Sound to San Francisco and points south. 3) Mr. L’Abbe Clonet, CARTE / D’AMERIQUE / divisee en les principaux Pays / Dressee sur les Memoires les / plus recents, et sur differents voyages / et assujettie aux observations / astronomiques de Mrs. de l’Academie / Royale des Sciences. / Par Mr. L’Abbe Clonet / de L’Academie Rle de / Rouen / 1787. 4) Robert de Vaugondy, 1755, PARTIE DE / L’AMERIQUE SEPTENT? / qui comprende / LA NOUVELLE FRANCE / OU LE CANADA, / par le Sr. Robert de Vaugondy Geog? / Ordinaire du Roy. / Avec Privilege 1755. Within the cartouche. Map includes an insert titled “Supplement / pour LES LACS DU CANADA within a cartouche. The Great Lakes outlined in color. A double page engraved map with wide margins. SIZE: 1) 18″ h x 26″ l. 2) 29-1/2″ h x 23″ w. 3) 18-1/4″ h x 24-1/2″ w. 4) Map size: 18-3/4″ h x 23-3/4″ w. Sheet size: 21-1/4″ h x 26-1/2” w. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: 1) Overall light toning. Reinforcements to back of map. Some minor holes along borders. Color borders faded but visible. Good overall. 2) Water stains and toning along folds. Creases and discoloration at borders, otherwise good. 3) Generally good. Color borders intact, slightly faded. Light toning throughout with foxing. Paper reinforcements along medial horizontal fold. 4) Slight toning overall. Some foxing in Great Lake supplement insert. Witnesses small tears and creases along exterior of margin, otherwise good. 49794-9 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2199
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2200
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$0.00 |
GROUP OF FOUR MAPS RELATING TO VOYAGES AND EXPLORATION.
1) Herisson Chez Jean, Circa 1829. Carte / L’AMERIQUE SEPTENTRIONALE / DRESSEE / d’apres les decouvertes / de Lewis, Clarke, Franklin, Parry et Scoresby / Par HERISSON Geographe. / Paris / chez Jean, Rue St. Jean de Beauvais No. 10 / 1829 within the cartouche. The map features the North American continent, including Greenland, the Greater and Lesser Antilles, the Island of Haiti and the north coast of South America all with colored borders. 2) Robert de Vaugondy, Circa 1750. AMERIQUE / SEPTENTRIONALE, / dressee, sur les Relations les / plus modernes des Voyageurs et Navigateurs, / et divisee suivant les differentes / possessions des Europeens. / PAR LE SR. ROBERT DE VAUGONDY, / fils de Mr. Robert Geographe ordin. du Roy. / Avec Privilege. / 1750 within the cartouche. Map of the North American continent including Hudson Bay, Greenland and the unknown territories to the Northwest of Hudson Bay, the Great Lakes and the Louisiana Territory. Map with colored borders. Stenciled numeral “102” on back of sheet. 3) Herisson Eleve de Mr. Bonne, 1817. Carte / DE L’AMERIQUE / SEPTENTRIONILE et MERIDIONALE / Ou se trouvent les Decouvertes / Les plus nouvelles et les trois Voyages / de Mackenzie et Vancouver / DRESSEE / Par HERISSON Eleve de Mr. BONNE Ancien Ingenieur Hydrographe de la Marine / Prevue corrigee et augmentee en 1817. / A Paris chez BASSET Ma. d’Estampes Rue St. Jacques au coin de celle des Mathurins No. 64 within the cartouche. Map of Captain Cook’s three voyages of 1763, 1772 and 1776. Map includes inserts of the “ISLE DE ST. DOMINGUE”. and the “ISLE DE LA MARTINIQUE. 4) Charles Francois Delemarche, last quarter 18th-Century. AMERIQUE / ou / INIDES OCCIDENTALES, / avec les Nouvelles Decouvertes du Capite. Cook, / depuis le Detroit de Behrings ou du Nord, / dans l’Ocean Pacifique du Nord et Sud. / Par C.F. DELAMARCHE / Geographe et Successeur de Robert de Vaugondy. / A PARIS / Rue du Foin St. Jacques, au College de Mr. Gervais within the cartouche. Map of North and South American continents with corresponding Pacific and Atlantic Oceans including the newest discoveries of Captain Cook. SIZE: 1) Map size: 19-1/2″ h x 28-1/2″ l. Sheet size: 22″ h x 31″ l. 2) Map size: 18-3/4″ h x 23″ w. Sheet size: 21-1/4″ h x 27″ w. 3) Map Size: 20-1/2″ h x 29-3/4″ w. Sheet Size: 21-3/4″ h x 31″ w. 4) Map Size: 21-1/2″ h x 25-1/2” w, inclusive of map glossary. CONDITION: 1) Map is in very good overall condition with minimal toning and with minimal deterioration to borders. 2) Generally very good with minimal toning and losses to sheet edges. 3) Map has tears left side facing along edge. Paper remains attached to main map with no losses. Additional weakness and small tears along sheet border at bottom. Light toning and small areas of foxing present throughout map. Otherwise good. 4) Map cut and divided into 16 sections, now on linen backing. Sheet size reduced. Light toning. 49794-10 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2200
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2201
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$296.25 |
FRAMED MAP OF NORTH AMERICA BY N. R. HEWITT, LONDON, 1814.
Under bottom margin “Drawn and engraved for Thomsons new general atlas, 1814”, titled at top “North America” and underneath “N. R. Hewitt, Sc. 10. Broad Str. Bloomsby, London”. North America is shown with shaded brown outline, interior showing rivers, mountains, Indian territories, geographical landmarks and states. Housed in thin black wood frame. SIZE: Sight: 20-3/4″ x 27-1/2″. Overall: 22-1/4″ x 29″. CONDITION: Not examined out of frame, age toning, some foxing, generally good. 49888-4 (500-700) – Lot 2201
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2202
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$2,370.00 |
GROUP OF FIVE MAPS.
1a) Henri Chatelain, 1719. Carte Qui Contient Une Description Des Iles & Terres Que Les Anglois Possedent Dans L’Amerique Septentrionale, Et En Particuler De La Jamaique. Eight maps on one sheet showing the English colonies in North America including Barbados, Jamaica, New England, Bermuda, part of Canada showing the St. Lawrence River and Hudson Bay, part of the middle colonies showing Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Virginia, and part of the southern colonies showing Maryland, Virginia, North and South Carolina. Also includes a map of the Caribbean islands. The inset maps of New England and Bermuda with lettered keys. Including a wealth of geographical and historical information in the accompanying text panels. 1b) Henri Chatelain, 1719. Description de la Pêche habillemens, habitations, manières de vivre, superstitions et autres usages des Indiens de la Virginie. Decorative series of 14 views showing the customs, clothing and daily lives of the native Virginians of the 16th Century. Views of native American life in Virginia. Includes manner of dressing, fishing, hunting, making canoes, eating, cooking, living, worshiping, as well as burial practices and ceremonies. Each scene includes an explanation. The descriptions and illustrations are taken from Theodor de Bry’s America, which are engraved from John White’s drawings. The view appeared in Chatelain’s monumental 7 volume Atlas Historique. 2) Carrington Bowles, London, 1779. Bowles’s New Pocket Map of the Atlantic or Western Ocean, Laid down from the Latest Discoveries, and Regulated by Numerous Astronomical Observations. Rare map of the Atlantic Ocean, showing the trade routes from Europe to the various European colonies, including the routes to Virginia and the Carolinas, the Cadiz Galleon Routes and routes to the West Indies. Nice detail along the Atlantic Sea Board and in the Caribbean. 3) Jean-Baptiste Poirson, 1798. CARTE / D’AMERIQUE / DIVISEE EN SES PRINCIPAUX ETATS / Dressee pour l’instruction, et sur les dernieres / Observation Astronomiques. / Par J.B. Poirson Ingenieur Geographe / A PARIS chez Jean, Rue Jean de Beauvais No. 32. / An VI. 1798. V. Stile. A map of the Western Hemisphere with supplement insert of the northern part of North America. 4) Diderot, Denis and Jean Le Rond D’Alembert, 1779. Carte de la Californie Suivant I la Carte manuscrite de l’Amérique de Mathieu Néron Pecci olen dressée à Florence en 1604. II Sanson 1656. III De l’Isle Amérique Sept. 1700. IV. le Pere Kino Jésuite en 1705. V la Société des Jésuites en 1767. Five maps of California: Inset I. Mathieu Necrou Pecci’s map of 1604 showing California as a peninsula and delineating the journey of Sebastian Vizcaino, 1602-3. Inset II. Sanson 1656 map showing California as an island. Inset III. De l’Isle’s map of 1700. Inset IV. Father Eusebio Kino’s map of 1705 which influenced Guillaume de l’Isle to show California as a peninsula. Inset V. The Jesuit Missions map of 1767 which updates Father Kino’s map. At upper right, “Suppl. 5e Carte.” At lower right, No. 164. 5) Denis Diderot/Didier Robert De Vaugondy Carte, 1772. De La Californie Et Des Pays Nord Ouest separes de L’Asie par le Detroit d’Anian. Diderot’s famous 2 on 1 map showing the two early mappings of the west coast of North America, the first after Vischer, the second after Plantius’ World map. Both show the Straits of Anian, Quivera, Baja and a similarly projected east-west coastline. The larger map inlcudes more detail along the coastline and in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, as well as a truer orientation of Baja California. Diderot’s map were one of the first surveys of comparative cartography, tackling a number of the early misconceptions of the west coast of North America and the Northeastern Asian Coastline. 6) Amerique Septentrionale map of North America with color borders. In pencil script at base of map is the notation “Sandwich Islands shown, Alaska”. SIZE: 1a) Overall: 17-1/4″ x 22″. 1b) Overall: 17-1/4″ x 20-1/2″. 2) Map size: 17-3/4″ x 22″. Sheet size: 21″ x 23-3/4″. 3) Map size: 20″ x 27-1/4″. Sheet size” 21-3/4″ x 28-1/2″. 4) Map size 11-1/2″ x 14-1/4″. Sheet size: 16-1/4″ x 20″. 5) Map size: 11-1/2″ 12-3/4″. Sheet size: 16″ x 19-1/2″. 6) Map size: 17-1/2″ x 22-1/4″. Sheet size: 19″ x 23-3/4″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: 1a) Light toning, otherwise very good. 1b) Light toning overall. Vertical tear at fold with no paper loss. 2) Map retains good color with minimal toning. Sheet edges at top and bottom with small tears and creases. Reinforced at fold. Generally good. 3) Toning and foxing along fold lines. General toning overall with soiling along edges. Note: In pencil script at base of map is inscribed “Farellones Island” is show (unusual on maps on which California coast appears) 1798″. 4)Light toning. Roughness to all four edges of sheet. Three small circular water stains along lower edge of map. Otherwise good. 5) General toning. Edges of sheet with creases, small tears and losses. Otherwise good. 6) Light toning and minor foxing, otherwise good. 49794-14 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2202
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2203
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$1,066.50 |
DOUBLE BULLS EYE PEWTER FLUID LAMP ATTRIBUTED TO FREEMAN PORTER.
Maine first half 19th century. The pewter lamp with drum font fitted with double wicks, an adjustable bulls eye magnifier fitted to each side, joined to a turned standard on a circular stepped foot. SIZE: 10″ h x 4-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Lamp intact, no restoration or damages noted, generally good. 49861-26 (600-800) – Lot 2203
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2204
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$1,185.00 |
EARLY AMERICAN MAPLE REVOLVING CANDLESTAND.
18th century, New England. Double ended oak two light candle arm rotating on a threaded and turned standard on drum base joined to 3 turned cylindrical out swept legs with slender onion feet. SIZE: 36″ h. CONDITION: Very good overall with normal and expected wear most notably on candle arm. 49861-7 (700-800) – Lot 2204
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2205
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$711.00 |
HEPPLEWHITE INLAID MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Scottish, circa 1820. A beautiful scenic painted dial with allegorical figures of the continents in the spandrels and a river with chapel scene in the arch. the movement with 8 day time and strike and ancillary dials for date and seconds. The case of figured mahogany with extensive contrasting string inlay. The broken arch pediment with carved rosettes. There are oval inspection lights in the bonnet. Canted corners on pendulum section of case with carved capitals and bases. Weights, pendulum and winding key present. SIZE: 85-1/2″ h x 20-1/2″ w x 9-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Good with some age cracks to sides of lower case. 49191-92 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2205
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2206
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$2,547.75 |
FEDERAL BIRCH TALL CASE CLOCK.
Circa 1810. The bonnet with molded swans neck pediment applied with carved rosettes alternating with ball and spire brass finials on pediments above the arched frieze. The conforming glass panel door flanked by Doric columns with brass capitals and bases, the iron painted dial nicely decorated in the arch with a fanciful bird in a floral spray within a wreath, additionally with floral spandrels centering Roman and Arabic numeral chapter rings,a sweep seconds subsidiary dial over time, strike and calendar apertures. The eight day brass movement striking on a bell with engraved “OSBORNE” back plate. The waisted case with plain throat and thumb-molded door above the box base on molded plinth raised on bracket feet with scalloped returns. Clock is offered with pendulum, brass cased weights, winder and key. All three finials present. NOTE: Affixed to the interior panel door is a typed history of ownership listing all names and dates from the original to the current owner compiled by the then owner in 1955. SIZE: 87-3/4″ h x 14″ throat w x 10-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: From a Downeast Maine coastal home, by descent through the family. CONDITION: Case surface with old mahoganized finish. Bonnet door glass early replacement, finials appear old if not original, outer pediments in need of re-seating, otherwise good. Painted dial original, Roman numerals with some re-paint. Movement appears to have been cleaned and refurbished over time. One side window in bonnet with cracked glass panel. 49739-5 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2206
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2207
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$0.00 |
ETHAN ALLEN RUNNING HORSE WEATHERVANE.
Late 19th Century. Old in-use painted surface with traces of gold leaf. Accompanied by a homemade wooden stand. SIZE: 35″ l x 21″ h (including bar). CONDITION: Minor dents throughout the body, replaced bar. 50022-2 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2207
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2208
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$1,481.25 |
ETHAN ALLEN RUNNING HORSE WEATHERVANE.
Late 19th/early 20th Century. Full bodied form, applied embossed sheet copper mane with zinc head. Fine verdigris surfaces with remnants of black paint. Accompanied by a museum stand. SIZE: 16″ h x 27″ l. CONDITION: Very good. 49974-19 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2208
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2209
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$2,962.50 |
MODEL T CAR WEATHERVANE.
20th Century. Three dimensional sheet copper form having embossed details and fine light green verdigris surfaces. Lamps & hood ornament fashioned from brass. Accompanied by a museum stand. SIZE: 13″ h x 17″ l. CONDITION: Very good. 49974-17 (2,500-5,000) – Lot 2209
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2210
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$2,073.75 |
FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG CHILD IN RED WITH BASKET OF ROSES.
The oil on canvas shows a child in red dress with white lace trim wearing green and black shoes. A basket of roses is seen held in one hand with flowers and landscape background. Housed in a gilt wood frame. SIZE: 30″ x 25″. Overall 34″ x 29-1/2″. CONDITION: Lined, craquelure, restored with inpainting. 50035-2 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2210
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2211
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$592.50 |
FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF YOUNG CHILD IN PINK DRESS ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM MATTHEW PRIOR.
Oil on canvas 3/4 portrait of child in pink dress having white lace trim. Child is seated and has oval background. Housed in Victorian walnut frame with gilt liner. Unsigned. SIZE: 27-1/4″ X 22″. OVERALL: 32″ x 27″. CONDITION: Several catches to verso, two small holes and tear, some in-painting. 49933-11 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2211
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2212
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$4,740.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (Mid-19th Century) FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A FAMILY.
An endearing family group bust length portrait including a young child with brown eyes and blond hair (parted in the center), wearing an orange dress with lace color and beaded necklace. The child’s mother is to the left wearing a black dress with white lace collar and dark ringlets framing her face, and the father is on the right wearing a black coat and white collared shirt. Housed in a period giltwood frame. SIZE: 26″ x 27-3/4″. Overall: 29″ x 30″ CONDITION: Good, restored condition. Paint surface is stable with stretcher bar marks and minor craquelure and surface dirt. Several patches on verso with corresponding old restoration (including child’s face), one area of new in-paint upper right. 49951-3 (1,500-3,000) – Lot 2212
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2213
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$0.00 |
ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM MATTHEW PRIOR (American, 1806-1893) FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN WITH ROSE.
Unsigned oil on canvas three-quarter portrait of a young woman holding a pink roses. Her elbow rests upon a book which may indicate she was a teacher. Over her right shoulder is a water & mountain scene under an expanse of colorful sky. Housed in a modern silver gilt frame having a lucite back. SIZE: 30″ x 25″. Overall: 33-3/4″ x 28-3/4″. CONDITION: Lined, craquelure, restored with inpainting, good. 50060-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2213
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2214
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$770.25 |
NEW ENGLAND PINE STEP BACK CUPBOARD IN RED PAINT.
Mid 19th century. One part cupboard fitted with 3 open shelves within a picture frame molding, set back above a work surface over single raised panel door opening to an interior with fixed medial shelf. Case sides composed of single board continuing to floor. SIZE: 78″ h x 34″ w x 20-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Structurally very good, with normal and expected wear and staining to shelves, later red paint over original white. Presents well with pleasant patina. 49830-40 (800-1,200) – Lot 2214
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2215
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$948.00 |
CHIPPENDALE PINE STEPBACK CUPBOARD IN RED PAINT.
Last quarter 18th-Century, New England. The one-piece cupboard with cove molded cornice above a raised panel cupboard door opening to an interior of three fixed shelves stepback over three long drawers with turned wood knobs on a molded base raised on large shaped bracket feet. SIZE: 70-1/2″ h x 38-1/2″ w x 19″ d. CONDITION: Cupboard retains original red-washed surface. A later hasp removed from cupboard door. Horizontal repair to top drawer face. Otherwise good with normal wear and abrasions. 49922-6 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2215
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2216
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$711.00 |
CHIPPENDALE PAINTED PINE CORNER CUPBOARD.
New England, circa 1800. With bold crown molding above paired arched glazed doors with mid-molding, above paired panel doors on molded and applied bracket base, with red painted exterior and blue interior. Door muntins are at the same level as the shelves. Architectural returns to the sides of the case. Note: The cupboard is in one piece. Materials are white pine with one-piece poplar backboards. Glass is pleasing early glass and appears original. SIZE: 87″ h x 34-1/2″ w x 22-1/2″ d. Depth to corner: 31″. Width with returns: 46″. CONDITION: Small loss to molding at sides and top of arch. Expertly cleaned down to original red (white overpaint removed). Period hardware may be original. Some possible loss to height, pleasing wear to mid-molding and base molding and around hardware areas. 50096-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2216
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2217
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$0.00 |
CHIPPENDALE TWO DRAWER BLANKET CHEST IN RED PAINT.
2nd half 18th century. New England. Rectangular hinged top with molded edge and original snipe hinges opening to well, over 2 long drawers. The molded base raised on bracket feet with shaped returns. SIZE: 36-1/2″ h x 39-1/2″ w x 19-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Old red paint over original black paint, bracket feet original with repairs, restoration to side. Scalloped elements with splits at proper left hinge. 49830-35 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2217
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2218
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$829.50 |
HERIZ ORIENTAL CARPET, NORTHWEST PERSIA.
Second quarter 20th Century. Central poled medallion of Herati design in a madder red field densely filled with geometric floral designs within ivory spandrels and zigzag borders. The midnight blue main border with crab and tarantula medallions within crenelated and dogtooth guard borders. SIZE: 8’11” x 12’7″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Pile generally good but with area of wear to foundation at mid-point between main border and field. Loss of fringe at both ends with corresponding losses to exterior of guard border. Variation in color palette at one end of carpet. 49830-33 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2218
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2219
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$1,481.25 |
Revised: 2/2/2016
Please Note: Description is correct. Photo is INCORRECT (if you would like to see the correct photo for this Heriz Runner, please see the image for Lot 2345).
GOOD HERIZ RUNNER, NORTHWESTERN PERSIA.
First half 20th Century. Nine aligned polychrome geometric herati and tarantula medallions amongst dense floral designs all on a brick red ground. The main border of polychrome crab medallions on a mustard field within saz leaf and trellis work guard borders. SIZE: 3′ 5″ x 15′ 4″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: Rug retains good pile throughout. Area of lower pile near one end of rug. Fringe absent at each end with wear to foundation at extremity of end. Palette remains strong and vibrant. Good to very good overall. 49995-8 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2219
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2220
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$4,740.00 |
FINE TOBEY CLASSICAL REVIVAL INLAID MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Early 20th century, Tobey Furniture Company Chicago, IL. The arched bonnet surmounted by three ball and spire brass finials above the molded cornice over the conforming glass panel door flanked by stop-fluted Corinthian columns with brass capitals and bases opening to the silver dial within a brass plate, moon phase dial in the arch, alternating with a pastoral landscape and a marine seascape within the aperture above chime/silent hand and tune subsidiary dial above the Arabic numeral chapter ring mounted with brass numerals centering a silver subsidiary seconds dial and time, strike and calendar apertures. The three weight driven movement with musical drum chiming on seven tubes mounted on an iron frame cast with 1904 patent date. The waisted case with arched bevel glass door flanked by large free standing stop-fluted columns with Corinthian columns with cast brass capitals and bases. The sides mounted with beveled glass windows above the box base with molded central panel raised on bracket feet, the apron with scrolled volutes. The case with intricate scrolling floral and foliate inlays, the box base panel inlaid with a classical urn flanked by ribbon tied garlands, floral sprays and bellflower inlays. SIZE: 8’7-1/2″ h x 16″ throat w x 14-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: From a private Maine collection. CONDITION: Case retains untouched original surface with good patina. Dial original, moon phase dial with area of small surface scratches above the ship, otherwise very fine condition overall. Clock is offered with original pendulum, tubes, three brass clad canister weights, winder and door key. 49710-8 (7,000-10,000) – Lot 2220
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2221
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$8,887.50 |
IMPORTANT ROCOCO REVIVAL OAK DINING SET ATTRIBUTED TO ALEXANDER ROUX.
2nd half 19th century. New York. Set comprised of a magnificent hunt board, oval banquet table with 8 original leaves, 12 chairs, and 2 open servers. Hunt board surmounted with a deer’s head flanked by hunting dogs amidst scrolling oak branches above center section of 2 shelves with scrolled foliate supports. The backs carved with heraldic shield amidst scrolling oak leaves and acorns, joined to base. The case with rounded ends fitted with drawers with entwined oak branch handles over 4 cupboard doors each with heavily carved trophy mounts on a plinth with gadrooned edge. Banquet table with gadrooned edges above an apron carved with guilloches. The ornate foliate carved pedestal raised on 4 scrolled legs each carved with a bull mastif, surmounted by a cluster of fruit. Each side chair with foliate grapevine cresting centering carved bust in profile of various animals of hunt, including: boars, rams, hunting dogs, wolf…etc., each with over upholstered back and seat covered in pale blue leather and raised on block-and-urn-turned legs with pronounced barley twist box stretchers with foliate cartouches. Pair of servers of quarter sawn oak top with gadrooned edge above single drawer carved with grapevines above 2 open shelves with barley twist supports ending in molded foliate plinths. SIZE: Side board: 8′ 3″ h x 6′ 6″ l x 20″ d. Table: 28-1/2″ h x 63″ l (closed) x 55″ d (closed), each leaf is 11-1/2″ w, overall length fully extended 12′ 11″. Chairs: 40″ h (back) 18″ h (seat) x 19″ w (overall). Servers: 36-1/2″ h x 35″ w x 18″ d. CONDITION: Set retains original surfaces with dark brown coloration, sideboard with small losses to antlers in crest, top work surface of side board with separation to molding, proper right side. Varnish surfaces dry with scuffs and losses overall, otherwise generally good. Table very good overall with normal and expected wear to feet of pedestal, no warping to top or to leaves, chairs with small and insignificant losses to edges of carvings, no structural damage noted. Leather seats with cracking due to use but remain intact and serviceable. Top work surfaces of servers with some water stains, otherwise very good. 49852-1 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 2221
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2222
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$5,036.25 |
SUPERB RENAISSANCE REVIVAL WALNUT BREAK FRONT BOOK CASE.
3rd quarter 19th century. New England. In 3 parts, the central shell carved crest with pendant cluster of fruit flanked by foliate scrolled secondary crests, further flanked by ball and spire finials. All above molded cornice. Bookcase divided into 3 sections, each with molded arched doors opening to interiors fitted with adjustable shelving, all set within a conforming base fitted with 3 aligned molded drawers with carved walnut handles on conforming molded plinth. Outside of cabinet with canted corners mounted with carved corbels. SIZE: 8′ 7″ h x 6′ 6″ l x 1′ 10″ d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques, Massachusetts. To present owner of private Bangor, Maine collection. CONDITION: Original surfaces professionally cleaned and re-polished, with all original elements. Very good overall. 49710-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2222
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2223
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$1,066.50 |
FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT MARBLE TOP ETAGERE.
Third quarter 19th century, probably Boston, Massachusetts. The large molded shield crest with pierce carved leafy oak branches and leafy scrolls with volutes above the arched molded cornice centering the foliate sub-crest all above an arched mirror plate within a molded surround flanked by graduated shaped display shelves, each with mirror behind, on pierce carved supports each joined to the molded back with scrolling molded edges above a shaped white Carrera marble shelf. The conforming serpentine frieze fitted with a central drawer with carved walnut handle on a molded base raised on short turned legs. NOTE: A nearly identical labeled etagere from the same collection to be offered in this session. SIZE: 7’10” h x 51″ w x 17-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Etagere retains original clean surfaces with good patina and original marble shelf. Very good overall. 49710-7 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2223
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2224
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$3,258.75 |
RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT MARBLE TOP LIBRARY TABLE.
Second half 19th century, New England. The rectangular top with white Carrera marble insert, within a molded walnut frame with bowed ends above the conforming frieze, each side fitted with a single offset drawer and sham drawer with scrolling carved handles raised on C-scrolled molded supports applied with rosettes joined to scrolled foliate carved outswept legs terminating in bold carved paw feet joined by a foliate baluster-turned stretcher surmounted with urns at the ends and central block with knopped finials. Table is accompanied by leather covered insert conforming to marble slab. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 52″ l x 27″ w. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Table retains original surfaces now professionally refurbished and polished. The leather covered insert may have been the original top, the marble therefore being of later “in period” manufacture. Very good overall. 49710-13 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2224
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2225
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$1,777.50 |
VICTORIAN WALNUT CYLINDER ROLLTOP SECRETARY BOOKCASE.
Last quarter 19th century, New England. In two parts, the upper section with arched molded crest above the molded cornice, the frieze with burled shaped panels centering a knopped rosette over a pair of glass panel doors with molded surrounds opening to an interior fitted with four adjustable shelves. The lower case with molded barrel roll applied with a burl panel opening to an interior of valenced pigeonholes over two drawers above a leather lined writing slide above a single long drawer above two conforming recessed drawers on a molded plinth. The case sides with recessed panels. SIZE: 9’1-1/2″ h x 45″ w x 21-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Professionally refurbished and repolished, in nearly new condition with fine patina. Fitted with a matching set of ebonized and stamped brass teardrop handles of later vintage. Otherwise very good. 49710-2 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2225
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2226
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$2,370.00 |
FINE AESTHETIC MOVEMENT WALNUT PARLOR SUITE ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN JELLIFF.
Third quarter 19th century, New York. Suite consists of a triple back settee, gentleman’s armchair and two lady’s armchairs, all with closed arms. Each with architectural crests with scrolled volutes flanked by scrolling leaf tip pierce carved brackets cantering a geometric burled carved cartouche above a shaped rectangular padded back continuing with curved side panels adorned with scrolled foliate ears continuing to in-curved arms. The hand grip and support carved with a neoclassical Egyptian bust centering the shaped seat above a carved apron with burl panels raised on tapering cylindrical disk-and ring-turned legs on casters. The rear legs backswept. SIZE: Settee: 45-1/2″ h x 78″ l x 28″ d. 15″ seat h. Gentleman;s chair: 41″ h x 30″ w. 16″ seat h. Lady’s chair: 39-1/2″ h x 25″ w. 16″ seat h. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Professionally restored, repolished and recovered. The set in a silk floral cream colored damask fabric which is in fine condition. Settee with cosmetic repair proper left side crestrail for stabilization of rail. Similar repair to proper right side crestrail of one lady’s chair. Otherwise very good. 49710-9 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2226
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2227
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$237.00 |
WELLER TWO-PART JARDINIERE ON STAND IN “MARBLEIZED” PATTERN.
Coloring in brown to white marbleized pattern. Top jardiniere unmarked but pedestal is impressed marked “Weller”. SIZE: Pedestal: 26″ h. Bowl: 8-1/2″ h x 18-1/2″ dia. 34-1/2″ h (total). PROVENANCE: Descended through the family of Francis Cornelius Rhode – owner of Hughes and Rhode Wines and Liqueurs, Reading, PA. Accompanying the lot are photographs of the Hughes & Rhodes Wine and Liqueur building and list of descendants. CONDITION: Very good. 49763-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2227
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2228
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$1,481.25 |
FINE PAINTED TABLE TOP COFFEE GRINDER NO. 600 BY THE CHARLES PARKER COMPANY OF MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT.
This wonderful original 12″ double wheel coffee grinder, decorated in red and blue paint with original applied stencil work. Wheels and base plate adorned with the makers name, patented 1897. “No. 600″ plaque affixed to center hub. Original wood drawer present, mounted to a thin oak base. Top hinge covered reservoir in a plated metal surmounted by a spread wing eagle. 27″ h x 13-1/2” w (widest). SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Original with nice painted surface showing only small amounts of wear and age. 49488-9 (700-900) – Lot 2228
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2229
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$7,110.00 |
RUSSIAN SILVER & ENAMEL KOVSH.
The kovsh marked with a Kokoshnik mark (84 with head facing left) from 1896-1908, Moscow or St. Petersburg region. The assayer mark is blurred and cannot be determined. The maker’s touchmark “M.X” within a square and is unidentified. The standard “84” represents 875/1000 parts silver. This interesting kovsh having a stylized bird form handle with rust and turquoise colored enameling reminiscent of Northwest American Indian motifs. The bowl having a 3/4″ band of blue, green, rust, gold & white enameling in a colorful geometric design. At the mid-point of this band is an absence of this enameling and instead decorated with four colorful inset stone beads in colors of green, amethyst, & amber. At the front of the bowl is a conjoined monogram “CM”. SIZE: 9-1/4″ l x 4-3/4″ at widest. PROVENANCE: Oral history indicates the CM monogram is for Charles Murphy who was an Irish politician and was given this by the Russian Government. CONDITION: Very good with only minor dents & pitting. The rim made up of two separate silver strips, one side missing 6″ section on interior. 49722-1 (1,500-3,000) – Lot 2229
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2230
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$4,147.50 |
7-PIECE QUEEN ANNE STYLE STERLING SILVER TEA SERVICE BY RICHARD COMYNS.
1939, London. Set comprises of: 12-1/2″ h kettle on stand; 7-1/4″ h teapot; 9″ h coffee pot; 9″ h chocolate pot; 4-1/2″ creamer; 4-1/4″ h covered sugar and 3-3/4″ small pitcher. Most pieces monogrammed “EDN”. WEIGHT: 170 tr. oz. CONDITION: Overall very good, applied silver accent detached from wooden handle on teapot but present. 50007-2 (4,000-7,000) – Lot 2230
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2231
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$2,073.75 |
STERLING SILVER SERVING TRAY BY CURRIER & ROBY.
Early 20th Century. Tray in rectangular form with cut corners & applied handles. Inscription on underside “EW*NWD June 1941”, maker’s mark, & “Sterling 3219SH”. WEIGHT: 109 tr. oz. SIZE: 25-3/4″ l (including handles) x 15-3/4″ w. CONDITION: Very good with scratches consistent with use. 50007-5 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2231
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2232
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$2,133.00 |
GORHAM STERLING SILVER CASED FLATWARE SERVICE IN THE THREADED ANTIQUE PATTERN.
121-pieces comprising of: Twelve 7-1/2″ dinner forks; Ten 7″ salad forks; Twelve 6-1/2″ dessert forks; Nine 5-3/4″ cocktail forks; Eleven 6-3/4″ soup spoons; Eleven 5-1/4″ cream soup spoons; Fourteen 6″ teaspoons; Four 8-1/2″ serving spoons; Ten 6″ butter knives; Twelve 9-1/2″ sterling handled knives; Twelve 8-3/4″ sterling handled knives. Along with four sterling handled serving pieces. Triple monogram on each piece. WEIGHT: 127 tr. oz. (weighable silver). CONDITION: Generally very good, shows use. 4-5 pieces with mar marks to handles. 49664-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2232
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2233
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$0.00 |
UNIQUE AND IMPORTANT TREE-FORM WROUGHT IRON FLOOR LAMP.
Early 20th Century American. This outstanding, large example depicting vertical tree-form grapevine surmounted by twisting branches, with pendant foliage and grape clusters additionally entwined around the rope twist pedestal configured as bark with branch burls on a scrolling base of simulated roots. Three branches terminating in light fixtures together with a fourth socket now disassembled. Accompanied by original switch. SIZE: 91-1/2″ h x 35″ d. PROVENANCE: From a Philadelphia Estate. CONDITION: Surfaces with dry original paint. Lamp re-wired. One socket unattached but present as noted, otherwise very good. 49871-1 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 2233
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2234
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$948.00 |
PAIR OF BRONZE ARGAND LAMPS.
England third quarter 19th century. Manufactured by Johnston Brookes & Co. manufacturers London” and so marked. Each two light example centering an urn shaped covered font with foliate finial, the arms with S-scroll decoration, the turned standard above a socle on a square base. Two pair of frosted glass shades cut to clear. The first an associated pair with scrolling floral vinery. The second cut to clear matched pair with scrolling grapevines. The everted lip cut with clear bull’s eyes. SIZE: Lamp: 18-1/2″ h x 16″ l x 7-1/2″ d. Shades approx: 7-1/2″ t x 5″ d. CONDITION: Lamps electrified but retain original old surface. The first assembled pair of shades with chips to foot rim. The second pair in overall very good to excellent condition. 49932-6 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2234
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2235
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$148.13 |
REVERSE PAINTED TABLE LAMP BY MOE BRIDGES CO.
The shade having a wonderful tropical decoration of palm trees, flowers and blue & yellow butterflies. The shade unmarked. The base with a pineapple style motif on four paw feet, double fixture. Signed on base “Moe Bridges, CO. Milwaukee, WI”. SIZE: 23″ h; 18″ dia shade. CONDITION: Shade with vertical crack from top to bottom ending in a chip. 49712-1 (150-300) – Lot 2235
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2236
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$13,035.00 |
Revised: 2/3/2016
Please Note: Great News! The piano is owned by the family of Frank Glazer (1915-2015). He is pictured with the piano at Bates College and was the Artist in Residence. Dr. Glazer is a renowned concert pianist with a PhD from B.U. who is known for his exceptional interpretation of Brahms, Bach and Schubert.
FINE STEINWAY MODEL “B” MUSIC ROOM GRAND PIANO.
Circa 1917 New York. The classical revival mahogany case of typical form, serial #87593, model number stamped “U2057″ on interior of case and on key slip. Instrument raised on square tapering molded legs joined to a Marlborough foot terminating in casters. SIZE: 40″ h x 83″ l (overall) x 58” w (overall). PROVENANCE: From a Downeast Maine collection. CONDITION: Case retains original surface with slight craquelure and dryness. Sound board intact seams evident but do not appear to have separated. Pads overall good. Keyboard intact, operational and clean. NOTE: This instrument was maintained and regularly played by the owner who was a concert pianist. It is our opinion that the key surfaces are later celluloid replacements. 49878-1 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2236
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2237
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$592.50 |
NEOCLASSICAL MAHOGANY MUSICAL TALL CASE CLOCK.
The brass 8 day weight driven movement with drum playing on 7 tubes geared to the time and strike mechanism with moon faced dial. The silver dial with Arabic numeral chapter ring centering a sweep seconds hand subsidiary dial above time and strike apertures above the nameplate engraved “A. STOWELL & CO./BOSTON”. The whole with filigree decoration. The case with arched and stepped molded cresting above the conforming trefoil apron, supported by Doric columns centering the arched door with beveled glass inserts, case sides with beveled glass panels, all on a conforming plinth. SIZE: 91″ h x 26″ w overall x 18″ d. CONDITION: Case with original surface, good color and patina, dial very good and original, movement appears clean and operational, please note moon face dial is De-attached from movement otherwise good. Pendulums are original. 22690-327 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2237
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2238
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$0.00 |
OAK CASED SETH THOMAS NO. 2 REGULATOR WALL CLOCK.
Metal dial with additional seconds dial marked “Seth Thomas/Made by Seth Thomas USA”. Brass movement marked “Made in USA S T” and marked “77B”. Bottom of oak case interior having an original Seth Thomas label. Key, pendulum and weight are present. SIZE: Dial: 12-1/4″ dia. Case: 36″ l x 16″ w (widest). PROVENANCE: Delaney Antiques, West Townsend, Massachusetts (Receipt of Company’s lot). CONDITION: Movement appears to be clean and functional. Some chips on dial mostly at screw holes. 49893-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2238
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2239
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$1,185.00 |
EXCEPTIONAL RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT TRIPLE ARMOIRE.
American third quarter 19th century. The large carved shield form crest with foliate scrolled side elements flanked by subsidiary crests with scrolled volutes and incised carved rondels further flanked by large suppressed urn form finials above the molded cornice. The large central door, fitted with mirror plate within a molded surround, opening to an interior of 3 adjustable shelves, one fitted with a modern pull-out turntable designed for a television. Flanked by full length molded doors, each with burled panels opening to interiors of 4 adjustable shelves, the case with canted corners surmounted by corbels, the case, fitted with 3 aligned drawers each with carved rosette handles, fitted with walnut ring pulls on a molded plinth. From a private Bangor, Maine collection. SIZE: 7′ 11″ w x 9′ 4″ h x 2′ d. PROVENANCE: South Hampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Professionally refurbished and polished to near original condition. Two ring pulls proper left drawer absent. Otherwise very good with pleasing patina. 49710-5 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2239
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2240
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$948.00 |
RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT MARBLE TOP ETAGERE BY PACKARD & SONS.
Third quarter 19th century, Boston, Massachusetts. Labeled P.F. Packard & Sons Furniture Warerooms, Boston MA affixed to drawer interior. The large molded shield crest with pierce-carved leafy oak branches and leafy scrolls with volutes above the arched molded cornice centering the foliate sub-crest all above an arched mirror plate within a molded surround above a recessed panel applied with a burl walnut inlay flanked by graduated shaped display shelves on pierce carved supports each joined to the molded back with scrolling molded edges above a shaped white Carrera marble shelf. The conforming serpentine frieze fitted with a central drawer with carved walnut handles on a molded base raised on short turned legs. NOTE: A nearly identical un-labeled etagere from the same collection to be offered in this session. SIZE: 7’10” h x 51″ w x 15-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Etagere retains undisturbed original surface with dark patina. Very good overall. 49710-6 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2240
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2241
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$592.50 |
AMERICAN VICTORIAN WALNUT MARBLE TOP SIDEBOARD.
Last third 19th century. A nice small example with arched molded crest above a panel applied with foliate carving flanked by shaped burl panels above a single rectangular molded shelf on angle supports centering a recessed burl panel within a molded surround joined to the conforming rectangular case, the white Carrera marble top with molded edge above a pair of aligned short drawers above a pair of covered drawers with shaped recessed panels on a molded plinth. SIZE: 6’2″ h x 43-1/2″ w x 18″ d. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Original surface professionally refurbished and polished with fine patina. Very good overall. 49710-3 (800-1,200) – Lot 2241
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2242
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$711.00 |
OUTSTANDING RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT ARMOIRE.
American third quarter 19th century. The arched 3-tiered crest with terminals of scrolled leaf tips and volutes above the molded cornice, joined to the conforming rectangular case with burled panel pilasters centering a hinged single door with rectangular mirror plate within a molded surround. The base fitted with a pair of aligned short drawers with molded edges and carved walnut handles above a molded plinth. NOTE: The armoire completely disassembles so that it may be easily transported and assembled in almost any room. From a private Bangor, Maine collection. SIZE: 8′ 11″ h x 3′ 10-1/4″ w x 1′ 8-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: South Hampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Professionally refurbished and restored to its near original condition. Very good overall. 49710-12 (1,500-1,800) – Lot 2242
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2243
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$2,666.25 |
FINE AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CARVED WALNUT LIBRARY TABLE .
Second half 19th century, New York or New England. The shaped rectangular top with bowed ends inset with a tooled green leather panel within burled walnut crossbanded borders above the conforming frieze fitted with a long drawer and opposing simulated drawer all with burl panels and central carved cartouches with ebonized trim raised on a trestle base. The ends with ring-turned and incised-carved swelled columns centering pierced carved ebonized and gilt decorated supports continuing to outswept foliate carved and scrolled legs all joined to a pierced foliate carved and gilt decorated stretcher with central carved rosette within a rondel. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 48″ l x 28-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Professionally restored and repolished to near original state. Very good overall. 49710-10 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2243
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2244
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$0.00 |
FINE “HUNTERS PRIDE” CAROUSEL HORSE BY CHARLES W. PARKER.
1st quarter 20th century. Kansas. Nice example derives its title from the rifle and trophy rabbit carved along the right side of horse. An additional pleasing element is that of an ear of corn prominently carved into the rear of saddle seat. Polychrome decorated overall with simulated jewels and trappings. Mouth is agape with prominent red tongue, ears slanted rearward and with short cropped arched tail typical of these horses. Horse retains 1 of original iron stirrups, now mounted on pole. SIZE: 47″ h x 62″ l x 11″ w. CONDITION: Structurally very good with later heightened paint decoration over multiple layers of park paint, old shaped iron reinforcement on proper left foreleg, tail with old reinforcement and putty at juncture of body, good overall. 49901-1 (4,500-5,500) – Lot 2244
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2245
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$0.00 |
NICELY CARVED AND DECORATED CAROUSEL HORSE ATTRIBUTED FREDERICK HEYN.
1st quarter 20th century. Germany. This example modeled in a slightly rearing position, horse carved with open mouth, flaring nostrils, forward pointing ears with original glass brown eyes, mane positioned to proper right. Horse caprisoned with heraldic drapings with jeweled harness. Rear legs resting on ground, forelegs raised in air and supported by later wood pedestal. SIZE: 51″ h x 48″ l x 10-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Structurally very good with all original elements, eyes and tail intact, some losses to jewels, leather rein old if not original. Good overall. 49901-2 (3,500-4,500) – Lot 2245
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2246
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$5,925.00 |
SEATED BRONZE INDIAN CHIEF.
Unknown origin, 20th century. Full bodied cast bronze with weathered verdigris patina. Chief is seated on rock pile covered with wolf pelt loin cloth, naked but for his head dress and moccasins. Chief is disrobing and regarding his reflection. SIZE: 32″ t x 18″ w x 31″ l. PROVENANCE: Personal collection of Felix J Urioste. CONDITION: Good with pleasing weathered verdigris patina. 50105-10 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2246
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2247
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$9,480.00 |
MOLDED COPPER ARCHITECTURAL EAGLE.
19th Century. Old verdigris surface. Cast bronze feet mounted to a weighted base. SIZE: 18″ h x 47″ wing span. CONDITION: Overall very good, seam split in one foot. 49901-6 (10,000-12,000) – Lot 2247
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2248
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$0.00 |
GILT COPPER DISPLAYED EAGLE.
Eagle shown with spread wings, nicely detailed feathering and head details, perched on a round wood disc. SIZE: 15-1/2″ x 40″ wingspan. 15″ d. CONDITION: Some loss to gilding, tarnish at wing and head joints, some splits at joints, generally very good. 49901-15 (6,000-7,000) – Lot 2248
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2249
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$592.50 |
CARVED AND PAINTED SPREAD WING EAGLE AND SHIELD PLAQUE.
The deep carved spread wing eagle grasping a red, white and blue shield perched on a spiral turned branch. The eagle decorated in gold. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 40-1/2″ at widest. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Some rubs and light scrapes, very good. 50099-8 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2249
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2250
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$888.75 |
FINE FOUR GALLON E & L P NORTON BENNINGTON, VT, STONEWARE JUG WITH BIRD DECORATION.
Jug impressed marked and having 11″ bird on leaf spray, birds wings have dot decoration. SIZE: 18″ h. CONDITION: Very good, slight nick on lip, nice clean jug. 49943-2 (800-1,200) – Lot 2250
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2251
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$770.25 |
THREE DECORATED STONEWARE JUGS AND BUTTER CHURN.
1) 6 gallon E & LP Norton, Bennington, VT. Shaped stoneware churn having 11″ stylized floral spray in cobalt blue with impressed “E & LP Norton, Bennington, VT. 6″ above. Brown glazed stoneware cover is present but may not be original and the dasher also present. Churn fitted with 2 side hand holds. Churn 19-1/2″ h, churn with dasher 40″ h. 2) 4 gallon New York Stone Ware Company, Fort Edward, N.Y. jug. Decorated with 6-1/2” h pecking chicken in cobalt blue. Above decoration is impressed “New York Stone Ware Co., Fort Edward, N.Y. 4”. 17-1/2″ h. 3) Seymour & Bosworth, Hartford, Connecticut 2 gallon jug with bird on branch decoration in cobalt blue. Above bird impressed “Seymour & Bosworth, Hartford, Conn. 2”. 14″ h. 4) 2 gallon jug with cobalt flower head with flourish, impressed mark “S. B. Bosworth, Hartford, CT. 2”. 13-1/2″ h. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Dasher has some losses to bottom cross, churn very good, cobalt blue decoration with all over spot losses. 2) Small chips in lip, 5″ dark hairline on neck to shoulder, otherwise very good. 3) Very good. 4) Chips to handle, side blemish, otherwise very good. 49476-89 (700-900) – Lot 2251
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2252
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$592.50 |
FIVE COBALT DECORATED STONEWARE PIECES.
1) 3 gallon ovoid crock with blue flower spray by E & LP Norton, Bennington, Vermont. Crock having an 11″ floral spray above which is impressed “E & LP Norton, Bennington, VT. 3″, 2 applied side handle holds. 13″ h x 9” dia. 2) 2 gallon open top crock with bird on branch in cobalt blue. Impressed “2” below which is a 6″ bird on branch in light to medium blue. 2 applied side hand holds. 9-1/2″ h x 9-1/2″ dia. 3) 2 gallon water cooler with blue floral spray by E & LP Norton, Bennington, VT. Cooler having barrel shape with 8 blue incised rings, deep blue 7″ floral spray, impressed blue above “E & LP Norton, Bennington, VT. 2”. Present is wood spigot in good condition. 11″ h x 7-1/2″ dia. 4) Small ovoid jug by Armstrong & Wentworth of Norwich, Connecticut. Jug impressed marked “Armstrong & Wentworth, Norwich, CT”. 12″ h. 5) Tall 3 liter ovoid blue decorated pitcher. No makers name, but impressed “3L”, European possibly German. 12-1/2″ h. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Cobalt blue is very good, crock has some indentations in making, side chip that may be in making, two 3″ tight cracks at rim. 2) Several chips to rim otherwise very good. 3) Very good, no cover present. 4) Chip on lip, some discoloration to body with several base chips and pock marks. 5) Very good, imperfection in blue from making. 49476-124 (400-600) – Lot 2252
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2253
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$237.00 |
GROUP OF SEVEN STONEWARE JUGS, CROCKS AND JARS.
1) Early ovoid 3 gallon crock, body decorated with what appears to be 3 stylized clouds over ground with 3 trees. 2 applied side hand holds, impressed “3”, no name. 12-1/2″ h. 2) 2 gallon crock with blue decoration “Wm. R. Bell 2”. No makers name. 9-1/4″ h x 9-1/4″ dia. 3) 1 gallon ovoid crock with cobalt blue flower decoration, side applied hand holds, drooping flower with leaf on side, no name. 7″ h x 8-1/4″ dia. 4) Small ovoid jug by Winship & Spencer, Norwich. This rare maker is mentioned in Early New England Potters and Their Wares, by Lura Woodside Watkins. Ovoid jug with strap side handle and impressed “Winship & Spencer, Norwich”. 11″ h. 5) Small ovoid jug by Sydney Risley of Norwich, CT. Jug impressed marked “S. Risley, Norwich, CT”. 11-1/2″ h. 6) Cylinder shaped jar, no makers name. 8-1/2″ h. 7) Canister shaped jar, no name, not decorated. 7-1/2″ h. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2) Some uneven stained glaze, hairline cracks to inside of crock which do not appear visible to outside. 3) Very good, some loss to blue decoration. 4) Generally very good. 5) 2 dark type hairline cracks from lip to center, otherwise very good. 6) Very good. 7) Some chips to lip. 49476-94 (400-600) – Lot 2253
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2254
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$474.00 |
SMALL PINE WALL CABINET WITH RAISED PANEL DOOR.
Pine construction throughout, natural finish, interior with 2 shelves and an applied molded cornice. 1st half 19th century. SIZE: 24″ h x 17-1/4″ w (widest) x 8″ d (deepest). PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Nice old look with expected wear including finger hole at bottom right of door. 49476-91 (300-400) – Lot 2254
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2255
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$3,851.25 |
RHODE ISLAND TIGER MAPLE TALL CHEST.
Very pleasing tall chest with all well scrolled applied dovetailed bracket feet, emphatic drawer graduation and good proportions. Retaining period brass (although not entirely matching). With pleasing old surface. Tiger maple and maple with chestnut and pine secondary wood. SIZE: 36-3/4″ case w x 54″ h x17-3/4″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Highly intact, with old surface, minor shrinkage cracks to base of proper right side, some brass period but not matching. 49597-5 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2255
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2256
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$474.00 |
CHIPPENDALE WALNUT RECTANGULAR DROP LEAF TABLE.
Circa 1775, probably mid Atlantic origin. Cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, upper portions of legs are bead molded. Aprons scrolled with syma and tombstone cutout. Secondary wood with oak fly rails tiger maple corner blocks and cleats, lower and upper transverse braces of hard pine, inner rails possibly beach. SIZE: 50″ l (extended), 45″ l (closed), 16-1/2″ d x 20-3/4″ t. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally good with mellow finish, three feet with repairs, one foot with significant replaced wood. Drop leaves with single kerf and cut to address warping of drop leaves. Replaced screws securing top and hinges. Repairs to rule joints. Feet fitted with casters at one time (not present). Some knee blocks replaced. 49476-11 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2256
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2257
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$3,436.50 |
Revised: 1/14/2016
Please Note: The width of the alarm clock is 16-1/2″ not 17-1/2″ as printed in the catalog.
RARE ELI TERRY PILLAR AND SCROLL SHELF ALARM CLOCK.
Early 19th century, Plymouth CT. The swans neck pediment with urn-spire brass finials above the rectangle case, the door with clear glass panel above an eglomise panel depicting a large building in a landscape. The wood painted dial with gilt scrolling spandrels centering an Arabic numeral chapter ring with time and strike apertures and brass alarm dial set within a floral arrangement and a basket above an opening mounted with rare window shade alarm mechanism, cog driven, mounted in base of case, all flanked by free standing colonettes raised on slender tapering french feet with scroll returns and arched apron. Interior case with original paper label. SIZE: 31-1/2″ h x 17-1/2″ w x 4-1/2″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Case with old surface, original clear glass with two cracks, eglomise panel intact with minor losses in border. One arch crest ear re-glued. Case feet intact. Three finials, pendulum bob, winder and door key present. 49476-16 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2257
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2258
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$2,370.00 |
SACK BACK WINDSOR WRITING ARM CHAIR.
Circa 1775, New England or New York. A particularly pleasing example with bold turnings, bowed back with 13 spindles with swell just above seat. Writing arm and highly sculpted saddle seat made of butternut, remainder of chair in ash and maple. Dovetailed drawer is white pine with a butternut facing. SIZE: Overall 39-1/2″ h x 35″ w (extreme), seat h is 16″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Generally good, some traces of original Windsor green paint remain. 49476-69 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2258
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2259
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$2,073.75 |
PAIR OF CONTINUOUS ARM WINDSOR CHAIRS.
Late 18th/early 19th century, Connecticut. Highly sculpted saddle seats with guttering around the perimeter of spindle area of chairs. Bold turnings with pleasing rake and matching arm supports. “H” stretchers of typical bulbous form, undoubtedly manufactured by E. Tracy or Amos Dennison Allen. Each with 11 spindles to back. SIZE: 36″ h x 21-1/4″ w x 16-1/2″ seat h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Slight crimps to bows at elbows but not broken. Some very small checks to seats and bows at spindle locations. Old refinish with pleasing worn nut brown patina. 49476-73 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2259
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2260
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$1,540.50 |
MAHOGANY QUEEN ANNE DROP LEAF TEA TABLE.
Third quarter 18th century, probably Boston, MA. Cabriole legs with out swept pad feet, cupids bow in molded apron with well proportioned overhanging round drop leaf top. Secondary wood is birch and white pine. Table has very pleasing and rare molded edge SIZE: 27-3/4″ h x 36-1/2″ l x 13-3/4″ w (folded), 36″ w (extended). PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good, with top secured with pocket screws (original ledger glue blocks missing). One apron possibly replaced or just reattached. Some minor restoration, old repair to roll joints. Otherwise good with historic old surface and good color. 49476-31 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2260
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2261
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$622.13 |
LOT OF DELFT INCLUDING: 3 PAIR OF PLATES, VASE AND CHARGER.
All blue and white decorated, 18th century, to include: 1) 8-1/4″ h, tapered vase decorated with flowers on 1 side and landscape with figure and flower on other. 2) 13″ dia, deep plate/charger, center decoration with bird and insects, rabbit with flowers. Nice stylized flower border. 3-4) Pair of 9″ plates, each showing figure with fan under tree with decorative border. 5-6) Pair of 9″ plates, decorated with tree and flowers, crosshatched border. 7-8) Pair of 9″ deep plates, each having scene of figure seated with portion of house, land and water. Decorative border. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Base and top rim of vase have chipping, otherwise very good. 2) Repaired crack through center, otherwise small glaze chips to rim, strong colors. 3-4) Each with tight cracks and chipping at rim. 5-6) Chipping to plate edge, otherwise good. 7-8) Several rim chips, 1 has tight hairline, otherwise good. 49476-24 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2261
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2262
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$5,628.75 |
WILLIAM AND MARY STYLE OAK BENCH.
Late 18th century or earlier. England. Form of joint stool. Elongated rectangular molded top projecting above conforming frame with molded and shaped apron joined to raked bobbin ring turned and block legs terminating in ring-turned bell feet, the whole joined by rectangular box stretcher. The whole with square pegged joinery. SIZE: 18-1/2″ h x 60″ l x 13-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Structurally sound with original elements and old worn surface, some warping to top board, otherwise very good. 49901-4 (1,800-2,000) – Lot 2262
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2263
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$0.00 |
INLAID WALNUT WILLIAM AND MARY DOCUMENT BOX.
Hinged lid box with original hardware and open interior, inlaid scroll decoration with three petal flowers with diamond accents, decorated on 4 sides and top, dovetailed box having molded edge base with small turned feet which is a replacement. SIZE: 6″ h x 15-1/2″ w x 11″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Base a replacement, some cracks in lid, some old repair, good. 49476-17 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2263
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2264
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$1,185.00 |
ENGLISH OAK JOINT STOOL.
Circa 1650-1700, England. Typical form with overhanging molded top and single splay baluster form legs with box stretchers. Made entirely of oak with great old color and finish. SIZE: 19-3/4″ t x 17-3/4″ l x 9-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Wear and chips to top with some added nailing. Wear to stretchers and loss to height below stretchers. Very minor evidence of old insect presence. 49476-75 (700-900) – Lot 2264
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2265
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$1,481.25 |
JACOBEAN OAK JOINT STOOL.
Circa 1630-1680, England. With molded overhanging top secured with wooden pins. Robust Jacobean turnings of typical form and splaying in one direction terminating in bold ball feet. Linen fold molding at bottom edge of apron and die embossed design just above molding. SIZE: 22-1/2″ t x 18″ l x 10-1/2″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good with old color and appropriate wear for age. Some insect incursion to feet and streters. 49476-123 (400-600) – Lot 2265
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2266
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$2,666.25 |
FINE EARLY GABLE ROOF CHIP CARVED BOX.
18th Century or earlier Germany. The rectangular box with angular lid, iron bound and decorated throughout, opening to an open well through small square hinged door in roof. The hole chip-carved with geometric rondels within chip carved zigzag borders raised on turned feet. Note: a similar example is in the collection at the “Museum des Kunsthandwerks”. SIZE: 12-3/4″ h x 18″ l x 9-3/4″ w. CONDITION: Structurally very good. Dry surfaces with mellow soft brown patina. Iron strappings intact and original. 49901-17 (2,800-3,200) – Lot 2266
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2267
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$1,777.50 |
LOT OF THREE EARLY WALLETS.
1) 7″ x 4″ leather wallet tooled on cover “Wilson”, this wallet was owned by Samuel Wilson of Killingly, CT. Samuel was a 2nd Lieutenant in the 1st Connecticut regiment in 1775. Purchased at the Guthman Auction Lot #739, October 10th, 2006. Wallet has a 19th century document concerning Alexander Wilson. 2) 3-1/4″ x 7″ leather wallet with tooled decoration. 3) 4″ x 7″ multi-color needlework wallet, mid 18th century. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2) With some use wear, generally intact. 3) Some losses and wear, generally intact. 49476-66 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2267
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2268
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$1,540.50 |
FINE GROUP OF FIVE EARLY AMERICAN LANTERNS.
1) 19″ h, large tin lantern of circular form with cone shaped top in architectural form with 3 rounded dormers as vents and center “chimney” with swing handle, front having curved, hinged door. Round door with 5 two sectioned windows with partial inserts present. Base fitted with 2 candle cups, side loops for mounting. 2) 15″ h, Revere type lantern with punch decoration, hinged door with 1 candle cup on interior. This fine example has a side strap handle fitted with a candle cup. 3) 16″ h, square glass paned lantern, back door swings open to reveal single candle holder, besides having round wire protection rings for the glass. Top is pyramid shape with pierced stars and large ringed handle. 4) 16-1/2″ h, glass onion lantern. Clear round glass body having decorative tin cap supporting a large ring handle. Base with similar design as top, having a removable 2 wick burner. 5) 13″ h, lighthouse shaped glass and tin lantern, having a removable base supporting glass reservoir with 2 wick burner. Top section of tin with decorative star cutouts and large ring holder. 6) 4-1/2″ l, iron Betty lamp, spade shaped with hinged cover, the handle with attached beam hook. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Most inserts missing, bottom has hole, 1 mounting ring collapsed, overall light rust, otherwise very good. 2) Very good. 3) Very good. 4) Very good, light rusted surface. 5) Very good. 6) Very good. 49476-84 (700-900) – Lot 2268
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2269
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$355.50 |
FINE PAIR OF EUROPEAN BRASS CANDLESTICKS.
Probably Spanish, 17th/18th century. Wide shaped base having circular drip pan surrounded by molded border. Stem having a faceted hub with turnings below and cylinder and ring turned candle cup. SIZE: 6-1/4″ h x 6-1/4″ dia (base). PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Some dents and manufacturing flaws, generally good. 49476-62 (300-500) – Lot 2269
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2270
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$0.00 |
TWO FRENCH DIRECTOIRE MARBLE TOP WINE TABLES.
19th century. France. Each table with gray breschia marble top, fitted with 2 circular bottle holders lined with copper. First, a square example in mahogany fitted with single drawer raised on tapering cylindrical reeded legs terminating in brass caps. Second, a square cherry example with deep apron above 2 open shelves raised on cylindrical ring-and block-turned legs. SIZE: First: 28″ h x 17″ sq. Second: 29-3/4″ h x 16″ sq. CONDITION: Both retain old surface. First with clean break in marble. Second table very good overall. 49951-5 (800-1,200) – Lot 2270
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2271
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$888.75 |
OUTSTANDING SEVEN-BRANCH GILT METAL FRENCH STYLE WALL SCONCE.
19th Century. The decorative sconce having seven S-shaped scrolled arms holding wood candle cups with attached bobeches. A bottom flower vine which extends up through and flanks a central flower plant. A scrolling back frame with an open urn of flowers on each side. SIZE: 25″ h x 54″ w. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Very good, some losses to gilding on wood candle holders. 49830-22 (800-1,200) – Lot 2271
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2272
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$177.75 |
UNUSUAL GILT METAL FLORAL GARNITURE.
France, last quarter of 19th century. A wonderfully modeled grouping of floral plants of gilt brass including bluebells, enamel decorated. The arrangement fitted within a Limoge porcelain flower pot decorated with interwoven floral garland and a bow tied ribbon. Fitted on a hardwood oriental stand. SIZE: 5-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Floral arrangement and pot very good with some slight discoloration in ivory ground, possibly soiling. Stand with losses. 49739-4 (200-250) – Lot 2272
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2273
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$0.00 |
UNUSUAL LARGE BURL FLAGON.
Scandinavian 19th century. This fine example, with applied handle surmounted by the circular hinged lid with fanciful animal finial. The lid carved with a lion-like figure breathing fire within 3 chip carved circular borders. The fitted edge molded above the burled flagon body, carved from the solid, raised on 3 carved feet in the form of mythical creatures. SIZE: 9-3/4″ h x dia of tankard 7-1/4″ not including handle. CONDITION: At proper left rear of tankard base is old shrinkage crack which appears to have been filled at some point in time. The exterior shows remnants of filler, otherwise very good overall with undisturbed surfaces and mellow patina. 49901-5 (2,200-2,500) – Lot 2273
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2274
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$2,962.50 |
TWO PAINT DECORATED MANGLE BOARDS.
Sweden or Norway circa 1786 and 1846. Each polychrome decorated with full bodied horse carved handle. The first dated 1846 and with the carved initials “KSD”, in dark green and salmon red paint, decorated overall with rondels carved with snowflakes and or flowers. The board with molded edge. The second dated 1786 with painted initials “KED” with carved tulip stem arranged within an urn decoration within a border of petal tips, all within a carved raised surround. The whole in shades of blue, green and red. The flat surface inscribed in ink “Gronlandshuse/Odsherred/Aug. 1956″ which we believe is a place identification of a specific location in Denmark. SIZE: 1846 mangle: 26″ l x 5″ w. 1786 mangle: 26-1/2″ l x 4-3/4” w. CONDITION: Both mangles in nice condition with original surfaces with good patina and normal wear. The ears of the horse of the mangle dated 1846 have chipped at the tips. 49901-13 (2,200-2,500) – Lot 2274
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2275
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$3,555.00 |
RARE EUROPEAN BRASS IRON.
Austria late 18th early 19th century. This fine example with turned oak handle on dolphin like supports joined to the boat shaped base. Additionally fitted with a bracket on which the cast-brass ribbon-tied rear gate raises and lowers through which a heated stone or iron element is housed. The main body applied with a cast brass angel in flowing gown, a floral bouquet in each hand. SIZE: 6″ h x 7″ l x 3-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good overall. Surfaces worn from years of polishing with normal and expected surface wear throughout. Rear gate with cluster of shallow hammer or chisel marks. Heating element within iron is absent, otherwise very good. 49901-9 (2,200-2,400) – Lot 2275
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2276
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$2,370.00 |
RARE SCOTTISH IRON AND BRASS IRON.
Scotland first half of the 19th century. The turned rosewood handle raised on S-scrolled supports joined to the oval body fitted with 3 central finials, the outermost pivoting to release the lid, wherein is fitted an oval iron heating element. SIZE: 6-1/2″ h x 6-1/4″ l x 3-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very fine overall. 49901-8 (2,200-2,400) – Lot 2276
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2277
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$592.50 |
GEORGIAN STYLE INLAID MAHOGANY TALL CLOCK, THOMAS FODEN MOVEMENT.
3rd quarter 18th century, England for movement. Late 19th early 20th century, New England for tall case. Mahogany case with swans neck molded pediment terminating in brass rosettes, arch inlaid with delicate floral sprigs and tendrils above the molded glass panel door flanked by free standing fluted colonettes with brass capitols and bases. Paneled door in waisted case inlaid with a large classical urn within an oval patera flanked by fluted engaged quarter columns on bases inlaid with belle flowers. The square base with applied central panel with inlaid fan rondel flanked by canted corners inlaid with belle flowers on molded base. Silver dial set on brass back plate with Roman numeral and Arabic chapter rings centering a calendar aperture, time and strike apertures beneath a plaque inscribed in script: “Foden Congledon.” Thomas Foden clock maker active 1753 – 1785, Congledon East Cheshire, England. Brass weight driven eight day movement striking on bell. Brass back plate containing hand painted moon phase dial within aperture arch. Clock is offered with pendulum, pair of weights, winder, and door key. SIZE: 90-3/4″ t x 16″ w (throat) x 10-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Benchmade case structurally good with undisturbed fine surface and patina. Movement appears complete and well maintained. Silver dial with surface scratches throughout and some loss to silvering between 4 and 6 o’clock. 2 orbs beneath the moon phase aperture missing from brass back plate, otherwise very good. Finials to bonnet are absent. 50003-2 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2277
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2278
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$5,925.00 |
OUTSTANDING GEORGE III MARQUETRY PEMBROKE TABLE.
2nd half 18th century. England. Fine example profusely decorated with floral sprays and scrolling foliage within line inlaid reserves. Rectangular top with curved ends fitted with demilune hinged leaves above conforming frieze, ends fitted with opposing bowfront drawers raised on square tapered legs decorated with floral marquetry vinery. SIZE: 29″ h x 32-1/2″ l (closed) x 20″ w (closed). 42″ l x 32-1/2″ w (open). PROVENANCE: From a private New York collection. CONDITION: Table has been professionally re-polished with good cosmetic restoration to old shrinkage cracks in top and to leaves at hinges. Structurally good. 49905-7 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2278
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2279
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$888.75 |
DUTCH BOMBE OAK AND WALNUT COMMODE.
18th century. Holland. Rectangular oak top with applied shaped walnut border projecting above conforming case fitted with 4 graduated long drawers with cockbeaded edges and figured walnut veneer fronts above cove molded apron. Raised on shaped bracket feet with scalloped returns. Walnut case sides with prominent bombe form. Commode with later stamped brass hardware. SIZE: 32″ h x 34″ l x 20-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Commode retains old surface with dark patina, top with several old water stains, with open horizontal old shrinkage crack, some losses to crossbanding in apron. Rear feet later replacements, backboards original, otherwise generally good. 49951-4 (400-800) – Lot 2279
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2280
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$503.63 |
THREE-COLOR DELFT POTTERY CHARGER.
18th Century. Charger painted with a scene of a perched bird among flowers surrounded by a border of floral sprays, and cross hatched design. Executed in blue, iron red, and egg yolk yellow. Marked on underside. SIZE: 14″ dia. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Generally good with chipping to the rim, scattered spots of glaze loss & some craze lines to glaze on underside. 49830-21 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2280
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2281
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$711.00 |
LOT OF MASONS IRONSTONE CHINA.
19th Century. Lot comprised of two different sets. 1) Consisting of 19 plates of various size, each decorated in the Imari palette depicting a central lotus blossom surrounded by various floral sprays. The work done in underglaze blue accented with overglazed enamels and gilt. Back of each plate marked “Masons Patent Ironstone China”. 2) Consisting of 13 plates and a large platter all depicting a scene of hand colored figures and in a Chinoiserie style. SIZE: 1) Range: 8-1/2″ dia and 6″ dia. 2) Plates: Between 9-1/4″ and 9-3/4″ dia. Platter is 17-1/4″. CONDITION: 1) One plate with rim chip, otherwise very good. 2) Scattered crazing to glaze, minor enamel wear, otherwise very good. 49951-8 (800-1,200) – Lot 2281
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2282
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$533.25 |
ASSEMBLED LOT OF SOFT PASTE PORCELAIN.
19th Century. Consisting of: 11-1/2″ h covered creamware coffee pot with dome cover & strap handle; 3″ h Salt glazed gravy boat; 4-1/2″ h yellowware gravy with brown & spinach splashed accents; 6-3/4″ h Mochaware handled pitcher having bands of blue & teal decorated with seaweed design; 5″ h Pearlware covered bowl painted in a Chinese Export style with floral sprays; 4-3/4″ h handled pitcher with a band of painted grapes & leaves around the body done in relief. CONDITION: Generally good with chips, lines, & scattered restoration. 49861-29 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2282
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2283
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$237.00 |
LARGE LOT OF 136-PIECE ASSEMBLED SOFT PASTE PORCELAIN IN CHINOISSERE STYLE.
Late 18th/19th Century. Lots consists of 136 pieces of soft paste porcelain decorated in various patterns all in a chinoissere style. Consisting of 3 teapots, handled pitcher, numerous waste bowls, cups & saucers. SIZE: Varies: Pitcher – 6-1/4″ h; Largest pot is 10-3/4″ dia including handle & spout; Dishes: Between 9-1/2″ and 4-3/4″ dia. CONDITION: Chips, cracks, restorations & losses. 50080-30 (800-1,200) – Lot 2283
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2284
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$1,185.00 |
GEORGE II ENGLISH COVERED TANKARD BY JOHN LANGLANDS.
Newcastle, 1747/8. The bulbous footed tankard having a flat domed lid with an onslow stylized thumb lift having rampant lion hallmark on top. “S” shaped handle with heart shaped end. The heart having two engraved heraldic symbols and the handle having maker’s hallmark & engraved “IB+SB”. WEIGHT: 32.1 tr. oz. SIZE: 9-1/2″ x 8″ at widest. CONDITION: Overall very good with only minor dimples. 49781-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2284
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2285
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$1,066.50 |
NINE ENGLISH STERLING SILVER CREAMERS.
1) 3-3/4″ pear shaped creamer with scroll handle, repousse decoration & three hoof type feet. Blurred hallmarks. 2) 4″ pear shaped creamer with scroll handle and round foot. London, 1795/6 makers mark “WB” (foot pushed up). 3) 3-1/4″ pear shaped creamer with scroll handle and hoof style feet having blurred hallmarks. 4) 3-3/4″ pear shaped creamer with scroll handle on three hoof style feet, no hallmarks. 5) 5″ creamer with wide pouring spout and tall looped handle. London, 1795/6 by Thomas Howell. Monogrammed front. 6) 4″ h creamer with engraved band having flower vine also with wreath surrounded stag head with arrow. London, 1803/4 by Andrew Fogelberg. (small dimples across body). 7) 3-1/2″ creamer with flat handle, wide pouring lip resting on four ball feet. London, 1808/9 by Thomas Jenkinson. 8) 4″ h round creamer with wide lip, gold washed interior, repousse decoration of flowers & C-scrolls, resting on four ball feet. 9) 5-1/2″ h creamer with loop handle and engraved design of garland of flowers. Monogrammed “EN”. Hallmarked on base under wood insert London, 1890/91. Hallmark for J. Wakelin & Robt. Garrard. TOTAL WEIGHT: 31.7 tr. oz. CONDITION: Generally good with dimples, otherwise noted above. 49781-10 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2285
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2286
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$2,666.25 |
ONE QUEEN ANNE & THREE GEORGE III ENGLISH STERLING SILVER MUGS.
1) 1711/12 with makers hallmark “GA”. 4-3/4″ tapered cylinder with S-scrolled handle, family crest engraved on front. Maker’s mark on both handle & side. 2) London, 1785/6, Thomas Daniel. 4-3/4″ tapered cylinder with two 1″ bands of thin ribs. Flattened scroll type handle. Three letter monogram “FCL”. 3) London, 1774/5, Charles Wright. 5″ bulbous footed mug with bead decorated scroll handle. Hallmarked on base. 4) London, 1773/4, Fras Crump. 5″ bulbous footed mug with decorated scroll handle. The lip with pouring spout (which appears to be an addition). Hallmarks on base. TOTAL WEIGHT: 50.3 tr. oz. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2) Very good. 3) Very good. 4) As noted above. 49781-9 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2286
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2287
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$2,073.75 |
LOT OF FIVE AMERICAN COIN SILVER/STERLING PIECES (3 CREAMERS & 2 MUGS).
1) Greg, Hayden & Co. 3″ mug with small monogram. Hallmarked on base & dated “1849”. 2) 3″ mug with “MWY” script monogram. Marked “B. Gardiner Sterling” (B Gardiner & Co. Circa 1840, New York, NY). 3) 5-1/4″ creamer marked “IW Forbes” (John W. Forbes, 1808-1838, New York, NY). 4) 5-1/4″ creamer with triple script monogram “REB”, hallmarked on base “DLB”. 5) 3-1/2″ creamer or sauce boat with S-scroll handle, three stylized claw feet & shaped edge. Hallmarked “S.M” (Sylvester Morris 1759-1783, New York). TOTAL WEIGHT: 29 tr. oz. SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: 1) Small dimples, very good. 2) Very good. 3) Large dimples & small crease in lip, good. 4) Small dents & crease, otherwise good. 5) Very good. 49781-7 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2287
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2288
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$414.75 |
23 PIECES OF ENGLISH & DANISH ANTIQUE SILVER FLATWARE.
Lot includes: Four Georgian stuffing spoons (11-3/4″ to 13″) one with onslow handle; Nine Georgian spoons (7″ to 8-1/2″); 8-1/2″ pierced bowl ladle having blurred hallmarks; 11″ skewer; Two 7-1/2″ butter knives; 8-1/4″ bright cut Danish spoon; Cased set of two 9″ twist decorated angel finial spoons marked “924 F.A.”; Three-piece cased set including two 9″ berry spoons with repousse decoration with makers mark “IL” London, 1790-91 & 7″ spoon with shell reticulated bowl having apostle top. TOTAL WEIGHT: 51 tr. oz. CONDITION: Spoons show use with bends in bowl and loss to edges, cased pieces are very good. 49781-14 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2288
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2289
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$770.25 |
ASSEMBLED SET OF 10 GEORGE II SCOTTISH STERLING SILVER SPOONS BY EBENEZER OLIPHANT.
Edinburgh, 1740 & 1746, Assay mark Hugh Gordon (HG) & Dougal Ged (GED). Set consists of six with “HG” and “R” (1746) hallmarks. Two with “GED” and “L” (1740) hallmarks. Two with partial hallmarks (both repaired). All spoons in the same pattern and having the same winged dragon heraldic symbol on back. WEIGHT: 22 tr. oz. SIZE: 8-1/4″. CONDITION: Two repaired handles, some dimples on bowls, otherwise very good. 49781-5 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2289
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2290
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$592.50 |
THREE ENGLISH STERLING HESTER BATEMAN PIECES.
1) 2″ x 6-1/4″ dia. footed dish. London, 1787/8. Makers hallmark “HB” (Hester Bateman). The round plate having a ribbed rim with tapered pedestal ending with a round foot. 2) 3-3/4″ x 8″ l gravy boat. London, 1784/5. Hallmarked “HB” (Hester Bateman). The boat having a swan’s neck & head scrolled handle and resting on three hoof type feet with scallop shell decoration. 3) 8-3/4″ spoon. London, 1786/7. Hallmark of “HB” (Hester Bateman) with blurred date. Monogrammed. TOTAL WEIGHT: 15.6 tr. oz. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2) Repair to side rim, otherwise good. 3) Blurred date hallmarks, otherwise very good. 49781-11 (800-1,200) – Lot 2290
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2291
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$1,422.00 |
PAIR OF ENGLISH STERLING FANCY CANDLESTICKS.
Pair having square gadrooned decorated bases, fancy stems with decorated ring turnings, removable bobeches. One stick has rough hallmarks on inside edge, one bobech with small heraldic symbol. Edges engraved “December 25, 1891 11 to 44 A.C.P to A.C.P.” and other engraved “December 25, 1891, 13 to 44 J.H.C.P. to A.C.P.”. TOTAL WEIGHT: 34.1 tr. oz. SIZE: 10-1/2″ h. CONDITION: One bobech has repair, otherwise very good. 49781-12 (800-1,200) – Lot 2291
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2292
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$1,481.25 |
GEORGE I ENGLISH STERLING CASTER BY CHARLES ADAM & GEORGE I ENGLISH STERLING CHAMBERSTICK BY JAMES WILKES.
1) London, 1714/15. Tall domed caster with possibly later repousse decoration. Base hallmarked with makers mark “AD”. WEIGHT: 9.1 tr. oz. 2) London, 1728/9. Saucer based stick with C-scroll handle and turned candlecup. Hallmarked on base with makers mark “IW”. WEIGHT: 7.9 tr. oz. TOTAL WEIGHT: 17 tr. oz. SIZE: 1) 8″ h. 2) 2-1/2″ h x 5″ dia. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2) Very good. 49781-4 (800-1,200) – Lot 2292
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2293
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$711.00 |
GEORGE III ENGLISH STERLING SWING HANDLED OVAL RETICULATED FOOTED BASKET AND GEORGE III SMALL FOOTED STERLING SALVER BY RICHARD RUGGS.
1) London, 1781/2. The oval basket having C-shaped swing handle, reticulated with decoration including footed urns, six-point stars, & flower heads. Hallmarked on top rim with blurred maker’s mark. WEIGHT: 22.1 tr. oz. 2) London, 1780/1. Small salver having a double bead shaped edge supported by three ball & claw foot short feet. Engraved conjoined S & C-scrolls with scalloped shells & flowers. Hallmarked on base. WEIGHT: 8.1 tr. oz. TOTAL WEIGHT: 30.2 tr. oz. SIZE: 1) 3-1/2″ h (without handle) x 14-1/4″ x 10-1/2″. 2) 1″ h x 7″ dia. CONDITION: 1) Old repair to where one side of the handle meets the basket, and 1″ crack at rim, otherwise very good. 2) Very good. 49781-3 (800-1,200) – Lot 2293
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2294
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$592.50 |
FOUR ENGLISH & SCOTTISH STERLING PIECES.
1) London, 1768/9. “WS” (William Sampel). 5-1/2″ footed sauce boat with gadrooned edge and swans neck handle on a shell decorated oval base. Monogrammed on front. 2) Dublin, 1799. Maker’s mark “IJ” (Joseph Jackson). 5″ tall creamer with paneled sides having engraved designs. 3) Scottish, 1768/69. Blurred makers initials. 8″ spoon. 4) Unidentified sterling mug with repousse designs, scroll handle. Unmarked. TOTAL WEIGHT: 30 tr. oz. CONDITION: 1-3) Very good. 4) As found with repairs. 49781-13 (800-1,200) – Lot 2294
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2295
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$296.25 |
TWO PAIR OF GEORGE III STERLING OPEN SALTS WITH GLASS LINERS AND SILVER GEORGE III ENGLISH STERLING WICK BOX.
Pair 1) London, 1798/9, Thomas Holland. Boat shaped salts having pierced thin rectangles and four scroll-style feet. Each having cobalt blue removable glass liner. Sides monogram with a script “C”. Hallmarked on base of frame. Pair 2) London, 1799/1800, William Abdy. Boat shaped salts engraved & reticulated frames with four scroll style feet. One with cranberry liner, the other with cobalt blue liner. Hallmarked on base of frame. WEIGHT: 5.7 tr. oz. 3) London, 1789/90, T. Phipps & E. Robinson. The round hinged lid box with center hole in cover with rotating trimmer. Hallmarked on inside of base. Box having a hinged looped handle which retracts to the side. WEIGHT: 1.9 tr. oz. TOTAL WEIGHT: 7.6 tr. oz. CONDITION: Pair 1) Visible seam line, minor dings and one having replaced insert. Pair 2) Very good. 3) Very good. 49781-6 (800-1,200) – Lot 2295
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2296
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$414.75 |
SMALL ENGLISH STERLING TEAPOT AND SILVER CASED EYEGLASSES.
6-1/2″ h, teapot in pear shaped form with 8 panels, octagon base, hinged dome lid with turned silver knoop, hallmarked “For 1824/5” makers mark “TB”. Eyeglasses with adjustable side arms marked “G. Cooper” with clear glass oval lenses. 4-3/4″ w. Silver case is unmarked having engraved lid. 5″ l x 1-1/2″ d. WEIGHT: 8 tr. oz. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Teapot has small dents otherwise very good. 49476-55 (300-500) – Lot 2296
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2297
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$474.00 |
KASHAN ORIENTAL GARDEN CARPET, CENTRAL PERSIA.
First quarter, 20th Century. This fine example with diagonal rows of stylized lozenges of polychrome flowerheads within a floral meander main border all within floral guard borders. SIZE: 8’7″ x 11’9″. CONDITION: Carpet retains strong palette. Overall wear. Stop wear to foundation. Total loss of fringe to one end. Wear to selvedge on both sides. 49878-2 (800-1,200) – Lot 2297
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2298
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$2,073.75 |
YOMUD TURKOMAN ORIENTAL RUG, TURKMENISTAN.
Second quarter 20th Century. Row of five poled medallions flanked by a row of four blue-black geometric medallions all on a terra cotta ground of dense polychrome snowflake and other geometric devises. The main border of saz leaf and candlestick design within floral trellis guard borders. SIZE: 7′ x 9’6″. PROVENANCE: Private New York Collection. CONDITION: The flat weave example with minor even wear. Selvedge intact. Fringe with moderate losses. Otherwise very good. 49905-13 (800-1,200) – Lot 2298
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2299
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$1,777.50 |
KARACHI ORIENTAL CARPET, PAKISTAN.
Second quarter 20th Century. With overall Herati design of three rows of seven medallions on a terra cotta ground with dense polychrome floral elements within a midnight blue main border of dense floral trellis work within chain and zigzag guard borders. SIZE: 7’9″ x 11’10”. CONDITION: Loss to fringe at ends. General even wear overall with good pile remaining. Vibrant color palette. 49724-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2299
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2300
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$1,185.00 |
FINE PAIR OF FOLK ART HALF PORTRAITS OF JOHN BATCHELOR BULL AND CAROLINE PHILBEY BULL (POOLER FAMILY).
Both oil on poplar panel and housed in Victorian deep walnut frames with gilt liners. The gentleman seated in a wood chair wearing a brown coat over a light yellow vest with white shirt. There is a gold & ebonized memorial pin at his vest opening. He sits next to a small writing desk with inkwell, quill pen and letter. The letter has writing “Mr. John Philbey, London”. The woman holds her light blue & red edged scarf which is draped over her shoulder and held in her hand. She appears to sit on a mahogany black upholstered settee. She is adorned with a jewelry suite of gold earrings, pearl necklace, mourning pin & ring. Her hair is held up with a tortoise shell hair comb. Unsigned. Both identified on reverse. Research indicates that the sitters were married on July 16th, 1827 in a New York newspaper announced their wedding on July 17th, 1827. Probably of New York or New Jersey origin. SIZE: 27″ x 22″. Overall: 31-1/4″ x 26″ and 32″ x 27″. CONDITION: Very good with some minor touch up. 50089-5 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2300
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2301
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$296.25 |
FIVE TURNED WOOD BOWLS.
16-1/2″ dia. in red (repaired crack, good). 17-1/4″ dia. in apple green (small crack, good). 12-1/2″ dia. in sunflower yellow (good). 10-1/2″ dia. orange/red (good). 17″ natural (open 6″ crack with rust marks on back, fair to good). SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: As noted above. 49922-79, 49922-80, (700-1,000) – Lot 2301
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2302
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$2,073.75 |
CARVED AND PAINTED FURRIER TRADE SIGN IN THE SHAPE OF A SEAL.
Gray paint showing a seal seated on block plinth with head up. SIZE: 28″ h x 20″ w x 12″ d. CONDITION: Some cracks in wood, paint good. 49923-5 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2302
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2303
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$1,777.50 |
ALASKAN MOUNTED WALRUS SKULL WITH TUSKS.
19th/20th Century. The shield shaped plaque with ivory accents mounted with a walrus skull having two 14″ tusks. SIZE: Skull: 18″ l x 6″ across. Special Note: This item contains or is made of ivory. Do not bid on this lot unless you have read and agreed to our "Ivory Position Statement" and the "Waiver of Legal and Financial Risk to James D. Julia in regards to your Purchase of an Ivory Object." This information is located in the front section of our catalog. CONDITION: Very good with some age coloring to tusks. 49915-1 IVORY (600-900) – Lot 2303
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2304
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$296.25 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL FOLK ART PAINTING.
Late 19th/early 20th century oil on canvas painting of two figures in a row boat with a Victorian house overlooking a lake with steam driven paddlewheeler in the distance. Housed in a maple frame with gilt liner. SIZE: 23″ x 34″. Overall: 27-1/2″ x 28-1/4″ PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Canvas has been laid down on cardboard, areas of buckle and canvas lifting, surface scratch, and small loss in sky 49830-8 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2304
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2305
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$0.00 |
FOLK ART RELIEF STONE CARVING OF A COUPLE WRITING ON A TREE.
Rectangular black slate having oval carved interior showing what appears to be an island couple embracing between 2 trees. SIZE: 9-1/2″ x 7″. CONDITION: Carving is good, top and right side is losses and roughness to slate. 49933-4 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2305
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2306
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$0.00 |
LARGE FRAMED MEMORIAL ON FABRIC & ANTIQUE BUTTOCKS BASKET.
1) The central urn monument surrounded by greenery and trees. The urn dated “1845” and having the following text: “Executed by Alfred W Kendall. Age 14 Fayetteville August 21 18?5″. The bottom of the monument with other Kendall family names and dates up to 1873. A man & woman are seen with sheep and a cemetery. Housed in a period wood frame. 2) Large fixed handle antique buttocks basket with great patina. SIZE: 1) Sight: 22″ x 23″. Overall: 28″ x 29”. 2) 15″ h x 18″ dia. CONDITION: 1) As found with large dark stains but having no rips or tears. Not examined out of frame. 2) Some minor breaks, very good. 49861-28 (700-900) – Lot 2306
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2307
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$0.00 |
LOT OF EIGHT ANTIQUE BASKETS.
Lot indcludes: 18″ dia. handled cheese basket (damage to side). 15″ dia. cheese basket. 10-1/2″ dia. cheese basket with painted stripe decoration in red, green and mustard. 11″ dia. handled basket with paint decoration in blue and green stripes (missing 3″ section of rim wrap). 13″ square 2 handled basket with strawberry vine paint decoration. 12″ dia. basket with round rim and square base having fanciful paint decoration. 6″ dia. small handled basket with square bottom, with black decorated stripes. 21-1/2″ large two handled basket, round top with square base (small breaks in bottom corners). SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: As noted above. 49922-82, 49922-84, 49922-86, (800-1,200) – Lot 2307
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2308
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$4,740.00 |
VERY RARE PAINT DECORATED JACK-O-LANTERN, PARADE LANTERN.
American late 19th century. Molded rolled sheet iron example with maple hanger and coiled iron post holder at base opening to an interior fitted for candle with smoke vent at top. Dry original painted surfaces with pierced facial features, the swivel jointed 2-piece pumpkin with embossed rib design. Now mounted on a museum base. SIZE: 9-1/2″ h x 6-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Very good untouched original condition. 49974-14 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2308
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2309
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$1,303.50 |
SHERATON INLAID MAHOGANY CLAWFOOT SECRETARY BOOKCASE.
Circa 1840, coastal Massachusetts. In three parts, the cove molded cornice above the frieze with string inlaid borders joined to the uppercase, fitted with a pair of astragal-glazed glass paneled doors with mahogany mullions, all with inlaid borders, opening to an interior of two adjustable shelves, above a section fitted with stationery drawers and valanced pigeonholes,fitted to the lower case with hinged sloping lid, opening to a baize lined writing surface above a long drawer flanked by lopers, over two recessed drawers flanked by engaged reeded swelled columns. The whole raised on well carved frontal clawfeet; the rear legs on large ball feet. Oak secondary wood for backboards and lopers. SIZE: 79-1/2″ h x 4-1/2 w x 45″ w overall x 22″ d. PROVENANCE: Coastal Maine Estate. CONDITION: Surface original as are stamped brass knobs and feet. Mullions incomplete. Small areas of veneer loss, some but not all present. Structurally good apart from mullions. Desk in need of cosmetic restoration and cleaning. 49739-7 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2309
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2310
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$237.00 |
FINE SHERATON MAHOGANY DROP LEAF SEWING TABLE.
Circa 1840. Boston or North Shore Massachusetts. Figural mahogany square top with hinged “D” form leaves above conforming apron fitted with 2 drawers above a deep mahogany barrel drawer, raised on bobbin-turned ropetwist cylindrical legs with turnip feet terminating in brass capped castors. Table retains quantity of old sewing materials and spools of thread. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 17-1/4″ d x 18″ w (closed) 36″ w (open). CONDITION: Table retains original surface, well maintained and cleaned over the years, old professional patch in top, with original knobs, barrel drawer in very good structural condition. 50007-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2310
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2311
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$474.00 |
SHERATON MAHOGANY AND BIRCH BOW FRONT CHEST OF DRAWERS.
2nd quarter 19th century. New England. Rectangular case with bow front and turret corners above conforming case fitted with 4 long drawers of figured mahogany with contrasting string inlaid borders. 4 reeded engaged 3/4 pilasters continuing to ball and ring turned tapering cylindrical legs ending in suppressed ball feet. SIZE: 41″ h x 43-1/2″ w x 22″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Case has been cleaned of most of its original polish, original red wash remains visible on case sides. Oval brasses are second period replacements. Some small veneer losses. Structurally good. 49830-32 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2311
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2312
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$592.50 |
SHERATON SINGLE DROPLEAF TABLE IN RED PAINT.
Second quarter 19th century, New England. The rectangular pine top with single conforming hinged leaf projecting above the frieze raised on swelled ring-turned cylindrical legs with ringed cuffs on tapered feet. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 42″ l x 24-1/2″ w. Open: 36-1/2″ x 42″. PROVENANCE: John Walton Antiques. CONDITION: Retains original painted surfaces, abrasions throughout, structurally very good. 49922-59 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2312
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2313
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$711.00 |
RARE SHERATON GRAIN PAINTED DRESSING TABLE.
Circa 1840, probably Maine. Rectangular table with shaped splash guard with rolled ears joined to the rectangular top in green paint over two graduated long drawers raised on square tapered legs. SIZE: 38″ overall h. 36-1/2″ tabletop h. x 36″ w x 19″ d. CONDITION: Splash guard slightly warped with repair to ear. Original turned glass knobs simulated graining remains intact. Good overall. 49922-7 (800-1,200) – Lot 2313
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2314
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$414.75 |
NEW ENGLAND ADJUSTABLE MAPLE CANDLESTAND.
First quarter 19th century. The circular tray top and double turned adjustable candle arm fitted to the central threaded pole surmounted by a conical finial, the whole joined to a disc base raised on three turned cylindrical canted legs. SIZE: 42″ h, 16″ dia. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Surfaces excessively cleaned, hairline shrinkage crack on table surface, old stress crack to central part of candle arm and shrinkage crack through threaded pole, otherwise good. 49476-72 (700-900) – Lot 2314
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2315
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$533.25 |
LOT OF ELEVEN PIECES OF COLORLESS EIGHTEENTH CENTURY GLASSWARE.
Lot includes: 1) 12-1/2″ h, stoppered decanter. 2) 11-1/2″ h, stoppered decanter. 3) 8-1/4″ h, stoppered bottle. 4) 6″ h, Flip glass with etched flower design. 5) 5″ h, Flip glass. 6) 7″ t, stem with white spiral air twist. 7-8) Pair of 6″ stems with opalescent air twist. 9) 4-1/2″ t, stem glass. 10) 4″ t, stem glass. 11) 3-3/4″ stem glass. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good. 49476-65 (400-600) – Lot 2315
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2316
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$296.25 |
FINE BURL BOWL WITH LADLE AND BUTTER PADDLE.
11-3/4″ dia, bowl having good color and fine burl, turned with slight rim. Along with a hand carved 12-1/2″ l, ladle and 9-1/2″ l, butter paddle that shows good use through worn lip. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: As noted above, bowl has two 2″ cracks, otherwise very good. 49476-96 (500-700) – Lot 2316
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2317
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$1,007.25 |
LOT OF FIVE CARVED WOOD AND PAINTED DECOYS.
1) 10-1/2″ l life sized carved Sandpiper attributed to the Harris family of Nantucket, Massachusetts. 2) 16″ l Merganser carved and painted decoy, attributed to the Harris family of Nantucket, Massachusetts. 3) 15-1/2″ l Mallard hen carved and painted decoy, attributed to the Harris family of Nantucket, Massachusetts. 4) 15-1/2″ Merganser carved wood decoy in black paint, carved initials on bottom “E. M. D.” Body made in 2 sections. 5) 15-1/2″ carved and painted Mallard hen decoy, olive colored bill, glass eyes and nice original paint. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Bill and legs replaced, some cracks and rubs to paint surface. 2) Some re-paint, head replaced with losses at shoulder, as found. 3) Some re-paint losses and crack where head affixes to body. 4) Head has break and restore, hole drilled at top of head and possible re-paint in black. 5) Generally very good. 49476-81 (800-1,200) – Lot 2317
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2318
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$0.00 |
CAST IRON MERGANSER SHOP TRADE SIGN.
Late 20th Century. Worn painted surface. Rests on a cast iron rod. Accompanied by a museum stand. SIZE: 16-1/2″ h x 32″ l. CONDITION: As noted above. 49859-3 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2318
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2319
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$711.00 |
GROUP OF FOUR SHOREBIRD CARVINGS TOGETHER WITH CHALKWARE DOG AND FISH LURE.
Late 19th early 20th century American. Three carved shorebirds with paint decorated plumage, one branded “DOC”, the second branded “WG”, third example unmarked. The fourth example of sheet iron, a half mold example on iron rod with mottled paint decoration on wooden stand. The white chalkware figure of a poodle rendered with black ears and tail, floral decorated on top of head and proper left shoulder continuing to plinth. Nice 3 dimensional example of working carved wood lure of a catfish with glass eyes and wire whiskers paint decorated with a yellow to brown speckled body, fitted with a lead weight. Birds are accompanied by 2 wood stands. SIZE: Birds: 11-1/2″ h, 12″ h including stands; 7-1/2″ h, 5″ h. Dog: 8″ h. Lure: 6″ l. CONDITION: Overall good with minor normal abrasions and wear from use to all items. The silhouette shorebird with shallow dents and corrosion to surface. 49861-22 (800-1,200) – Lot 2319
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2320
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$0.00 |
FOLK ART PAINTING AND PINTAIL DUCK PRINT.
Including 1) A folk art painting of two cats admiring three hanging fish, oil on panel, signed lower left “Charles Hawes” (American, 1909-1998). 2)”Common Pintail”, a color lithograph by Robert Mitford (British, 1781-1870), signed in plate lower left “R. Mitford” SIZE: 1) 18″ x 22″. Overall: 21-1/2″ x 25-1/2″ 2)15-3/4″ x 21-1/2″. Overall: 26″ x 31-1/2″ CONDITION: 1) Discolored varnish, restoration. 2) Paper has discloration 49861-20 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2320
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2321
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$711.00 |
CARVED AND PAINTED CANADIAN GOOSE DECOY BY JOHN G. EGELI II.
20th century, New Jersey. Bearing the brass tag of the carver John G. Egeli II, 21 Norman Avenue, Roebling, N.J. (1913-1979). Very well carved with glass eyes, finely detailed bill, and stylized wing and tail feathers. Having fine original paint. Of hollow body form. SIZE: 10-1/2″ h x 27″ l. CONDITION: Very good. 38193-143 (800-1,200) – Lot 2321
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2322
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$474.00 |
NEW ENGLAND FEDERAL WALNUT & MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Late 18th early 19th-Century. The bonnet with swan’s-neck molded pediment,terminating in pinwheel rosettes flanked by onion spire finials above the molded cornice, over an arched molded door flanked by freestanding Doric columns opening to a painted iron dial, a floral spray within the arch. The dial with Arabic and Roman Numeral chapter rings, a subsidiary seconds dial above time and strike apertures and a calendar aperture. The brass 8-day movement striking on a bell. The case with thumb-molded panel door, the throat with canted corners above a cove-molded box base molded plinth. Clock is offered with a pair of iron weights, pendulum, winder, lock and key and two original finials. SIZE: 87-1/2″ h x 13-3/4″ throat width x 10″ overall d. PROVENANCE: A Private Bangor, Maine Collection. CONDITION: Case retains original surface now with heavy craquelure. One finial absent. Proper left swans-neck pediment restored. Bonnet door with replaced glass. Dial and movement appear original. Feet of case long absent. Otherwise good. 49721-1 (1,000-1,800) – Lot 2322
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2323
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$2,370.00 |
BRIAN COOLE (British, b. 1939) AMERICAN GUNSHIPS AT REST IN BOSTON HARBOR.
Twentieth century historical painter, Brian Coole, is known for creating highly detailed historical paintings of ships and important events. This oil on panel depicts three American ships with canons at the ready resting in calm harbor waters. The crew is rowing towards the central vessel, who’s sails are furled, while the other two vessels have lowered their sails and raised their anchors in anticipation of departure. Housed in a contemporary giltwood frame. Signed lower right “Brian Coole”. SIZE: 15″ x 20″. Overall: 19″ x 24″. CONDITION: Excellent condition. 49916-2 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2323
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2324
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$1,066.50 |
SALVATORE COLACICCO (Italian/English, b. 1935) “NANTUCKET” FERRY.
Oil on panel portrait of the “Nantucket”, a sidewheel steamer operating as a ferry serving Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket during the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Built in 1886, she weighed in at 629-tons and measured 190 feet long with a beam of 33 feet. Salvatore Colacicco, a 20th century painter living in England, works in the style of the 19th century marine painters. Signed lower left “-Salvatore Colacicco-“. SIZE: 23-1/2″ x 36”. Overall: 27-1/2″ x 39-1/2″ CONDITION: Good with restoration upper right corner and left edge 49861-16 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2324
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2325
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$948.00 |
TWO 20TH CENTURY CARVED SHIP DIORAMAS CARVED & PAINTED BY LLOYD H THOMAS.
Finely carved and painted, depicting square rigged sailing ships with sky and ocean, & American flags. Housed in black and gilt frames, under glass. SIZE: 17-1/2″ l x 14-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good, minor foxing in the sky. 49754-1 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2325
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2326
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$1,481.25 |
SIGNED “BARRY” (British School, 19th/20th Century) PORTRAIT OF THE TRANSITIONAL STEAMER “MORAVIAN”.
Oil on canvas portrait of the steamship “Moravian” from the White Star Aberdeen line crossing a dark sea under steam power. Ship sailing right to left with sails furled under a morning sky with clouds. Built by Robert Napier & Sons, Glasgow, the Moravian weighed in at 4,573 tons and accommodated 50 first class and 650 3rd class passengers. Housed in a black frame with gilt liner. Signed and dated lower right “Barry 1902”, stamped “G. Romney & Co., London” verso canvas. SIZE: 20″ x 30″. Overall: 22″ x 30″ CONDITION: Patches on verso, stretcher marks visible, 1/2″ hole, restored with inpainting. 49861-18 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2326
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2327
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$1,185.00 |
INTERESTING EARLY CARVING, POSSIBLY FROM A SMALL VESSEL.
18th Century or earlier. The central scene showing two religious men, one holding a cross and the other a globe, all under a spread winged dove. Arched panel topped by a winged cherub and flanked by large guardian angels. Possibly walnut. SIZE: 15-1/2″ h x 34-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Carving is very good, bottom edge with insect damage. 49888-5 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2327
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2328
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$592.50 |
FINE SANDPAPER PAINTING OF A GUNSHIP AT SEA WITH OTHER SHIPS.
First half of the 19th Century. Central two-mast Privateer flying American flag sails right to left through choppy sea. Three other ships are seen on ocean with cloudy sky with breaks. Unsigned. Depicting war of 1812 era ships. Housed in thin walnut frame with mat. Mica flecks in the sandpaper give the work an interesting appeal. SIZE: Sight: 9-1/4″ x 13-1/4″. Overall: 13-3/4″ x 17-3/4″. CONDITION: Very good. 49888-3 (500-700) – Lot 2328
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2329
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$474.00 |
COUNTRY CHIPPENDALE BIRCH SLANT LID DESK.
Late 18th early 19th century, New England. Rectangular dovetailed case with sloping hinged lid opening to interior fitted with row of valanced pigeon holes centering a document drawer above 2 aligned drawers. Case with 4 graduated thumb-molded long drawers, the uppermost flanked by lopers above the molded base raised on bracket feet with shaped returns. SIZE: 41-1/3″ h x 36″ w (case) x 20″ d. CONDITION: Retains old surface with some staining on top, warp to desk lid, later replaced brass handles, original backboards and bracket base. 49664-1 (400-600) – Lot 2329
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2330
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$592.50 |
NEW ENGLAND CHIPPENDALE CHERRY CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Third quarter 18th-Century, Eastern Connecticut. Rectangular top above the conforming case fitted with four long graduated drawers with incised molded edges joined to a molded base raised on ogee bracket platform feet with shaped scalloped returns. The case in brown paint. SIZE: 35″ h x 38-3/4″ w x 18″ d. CONDITION: Paint surfaces old if not original. Backboards and feet original. Bat-wing brasses later replacements. Bracket feet original, proper left foot with old damage partially restored, otherwise good. 49922-32 (800-1,200) – Lot 2330
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2331
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$3,258.75 |
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY SILVER CHEST.
2nd half 18th century, possibly Boston. Rectangular hinged lid opening to compartmented storage well. Conforming case fitted with 3 long graduated drawers, case sides mounted with brass carrying handles. Whole on a molded plinth. SIZE: 15″ h x 29″ l x 14-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Case retains original surface, interior of lid mounted with later plank to prevent warpage, several partitions in well absent. Bails and carrying handles appear original. Minor damage to proper right front case at plinth. 49861-4 (1,000-1,400) – Lot 2331
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2332
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$592.50 |
AMERICAN CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY WING CHAIR.
Late 18th early 19th century, probably New England. Arched crest rail flanked by accentuated ogival wings continuing to rolled arms above out-turned supports centering a removable seat cushion raised on reeded frontal legs and back swept rear legs, all joined by a recessed box stretcher. SIZE: 45″ h (overall) x 34″ d x 31″ w. Seat 16″ h. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Structurally very good, in need of recovering, retains old if not original surface. 49830-24 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2332
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2333
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$0.00 |
NEW HAMPSHIRE QUEEN ANNE MAPLE SLANT LID DESK ON FRAME.
Last quarter 18th century. New England. Rectangular dove tailed case with hinged sloping lid opening to interior fitted with 6 shaped document drawers and 2 letter drawers applied with half round decorative elements above drawer flanked by lopers over 3 graduated long drawers, all with thumb molded edges. Case fitted within a molded base and demilune drop pendant and raised on short cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. SIZE: 45″ h x 33-1/2″ w (case) x 18″ d. CONDITION: Refinished, lid with patches at hinges, brass hardware later replacements, drawers and lid locks absent, otherwise good. 49932-1 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2333
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2334
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$1,777.50 |
RARE SOUTHERN QUEEN ANNE WALNUT BIRDCAGE TILT TOP TABLE.
Second half 18th century, probably South Carolina. The round top with unusual brass latch joined to a box form cage, hinged and tilting on a swelled ring-turned pedestal surmounted by an unusual domed top with domed knop seated within the box. Raised on a carved and molded tripod base, each leg carved with a foliate C-scroll beneath fluting continuing to exaggerated outswept cabriole leg, terminating in large platform pad feet. SIZE: 28-1/2″ h x 35-1/2″ x 34-1/2″ dia. CONDITION: The top with old dark water stains, an area of abrasion on lower edge approximately 2-1/2″ in length. table appears original throughout, the old surfaces with undisturbed patina. Underside of one leg with large sliver absent. Old repair to second leg of break at ankle. 49922-68 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2334
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2335
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$592.50 |
RILEY WHITING FEDERAL TALL CASE CLOCK.
1st quarter 19th century. Winchester, Connecticut. Bonnet with arched molded top surmounted by a cast-brass eagle flanked by urn and spire brass finials centering pierced fretwork, above the arched glass panel door flanked by free standing swelled colonettes. Painted wood dial with floral decoration within the arch above gilt and floral spandrels centering Roman and Arabic chapter rings. Center marked “R. WHITING WINCHESTER” within gilt cartouches above simulated time and strike apertures, all beneath a sweep seconds subsidiary dial. Wood movement striking on bell typical of Whiting. Waisted case with rectangular thumb molded long door flanked by quarter Doric engaged columns with brass capitals and bases, joined to the cove molded box base with recessed molded panel above arched skirt raised on square legs. Clock is accompanied by pendulum, rod and lead bob, pair of cased weights (winder and door key absent). SIZE: 89″ t x 13-1/2″ w (throat) x 10″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Dial and movement in generally good condition, with normal and expected minor paint loss to dial. Case with restoration and replacements to fretwork, later glass in door. Case has been stripped and refinished otherwise structurally good. 49830-34 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2335
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2336
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$1,777.50 |
MONUMENTAL HOOKED RUG WITH ROOSTERS & FLOWERS.
Late 19th Century. The wool & cotton American hooked rug depicts two facing roosters against a landscape background having striated sky and wide reddish border. Professionally mounted to a luhan plywood back SIZE: 42″ h x 77″ w. CONDITION: Very good with minor edge fraying & light staining. 49974-23 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2336
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2337
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$237.00 |
GOOD FIGURAL METAL SHOE SHOP TRADE SIGN.
2 sided sign in the shape of a high boot, painted mustard with black lettering and dark mustard shadowing “Shoe Shop”. Original attached loop for hanging. SIZE: 32″ h x 20″ w. CONDITION: Top section on each side has area of removed decoration, some light pitting and rust, good. 49922-58 (800-1,200) – Lot 2337
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2338
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$1,777.50 |
SELF-FRAMED MAHOGANY PAINTED “TEA & COFFEE DEPARTMENT” SIGN.
Black background with gold and green lettering. SIZE: 19-3/4″ h x 48″ w. CONDITION: Some loss to black paint on frame, otherwise very good. 49745-1 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2338
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2339
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$592.50 |
MASSACHUSETTS MID 19TH CENTURY FRIENDSHIP QUILT.
The quilt cut for poster bed having 34 round patchwork stars with round centers, having nine with penned inscriptions. Including: Wayland location, another with verse signed Turner; Signed Hannah W. Esther of Malden with verse; Signed Sarah L. James, Boston; Patriotic star with verse and Deborah Adams, Boston, July 4, 1848; Signed E.J. Bell. The background being a gold & red print and the reverse with a red & white print. SIZE: 83″ x 86″. CONDITION: Some of the brown stars have popped and disintegrated, some toning to center circles, some stains on reverse which show through the front. 49518-1 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2339
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2340
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$1,019.10 |
FINE CARVED AND GILT-DECORATED FARM TRADE SIGN.
Second half 19th Century, New England. Rectangular single-side trade sign carved on a wide pine board for “TAYLOR & SONS DAIRY FARMERS” in gold paint with accents as carved scrolled leaf tips, all within a quarter-round molded frame. SIZE: 23″ x 14’6″ overall length. CONDITION: Horizontal stress cracks at ends of sign. Painted surfaces with normal expected weathering and wear from usage. One section of end molding absent, left side facing. 49884-2 (1,250-2,500) – Lot 2340
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2341
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$1,481.25 |
FINE DOUBLE ENDED PAINTED AND TURNED BARBER’S POLE.
Each end decorated with a gold ball, separated by a tapering round shaft centered with a turned hub painted blue with white stars. The shaft having spiral red, white and blue stripes. SIZE: 60″ h. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Good with loss through chipping and wear. 50099-3 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2341
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2342
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$1,777.50 |
FINE TURNED AND PAINTED WOODEN BARBER’S POLE.
The small sized pole painted in red, white, and blue with a centered hub section in mustard, black, and brown. Gold painted spheres at both ends. SIZE: 23″ l. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Holes in hub where mounting bracket was, some loss through scratches and scrapes, otherwise good. 50099-7 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2342
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2343
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$711.00 |
MAHAL CARPET, WEST CENTRAL PERSIA.
Second quarter 20th Century. The dense polychrome floral design in a rose red field within a midnight blue floral main border within multiple floral guard borders. SIZE: 8’11” x 11’4″. CONDITION: Even overall wear. Pile remains serviceable and good. No stains or restoration noted. Fringe worn and partly absent at ends. 49922-3 (800-1,200) – Lot 2343
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2344
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$355.50 |
BAKHTIARI ORIENTAL CARPET, CENTRAL PERSIA.
Second quarter 20th Century. Central ivory poled medallion with polychrome floral vinery within floral spandrels in fields of deep indigo and ivory centering a wine red field with dense floral vinery within an ivory main border of crab medallions and floral trellis work, the multiple guard borders of scrolling flowerheads. SIZE: 8’11” x 11’10”. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: Slight overall even wear. Pile remains good. Colors remain strong. Loss of fringe with minimal loss at one end to outer red border. Otherwise good. 49995-2 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2344
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2345
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$948.00 |
Revised: 2/2/2016
Please Note: Description is correct. Photo is INCORRECT (if you would like to see the correct photo for this Persian Runner please see the image for Lot 2219).
NORTHWEST PERSIAN RUNNER.
Second quarter 20th Century. Dense floral polychrome trellis work on a midnight blue field within ivory floral spandrels. The rose red main border with dense floral decoration. SIZE: 3’6″ x 13’9″. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine Collection. CONDITION: Generally good overall with serviceable pile. 49995-9 (700-900) – Lot 2345
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2346
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$0.00 |
ARCHIVE OF PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL LEFT HANDED PITCHER RONALD COLEMAN.
Archive consists of 2 vintage Rawlings gloves, a later Rawlings glove and a vintage pair of cleats in a roll-up canvas bag with ink inscription “Ronald Coleman, Reno, Nevada”. There are 7 telegrams from 1920 offering Coleman pitching positions from various Western minor league baseball leagues. Coleman had pitched 3 no hit, no run games in 1919 which is a semi-pro record as stated on his accompanying gold medal which measures about 1-1/4″ round. He went on to pitch for the National Champs in the Tribune League 1922-23, “The SAMS”. There are about 20 newspaper clippings in this lot from the 1920’s with box scores and other news on Coleman. Among the last, from 1925, is a clipping stating that Coleman has been promised a try out from the Chicago Nationals. CONDITION: The two vintage gloves and cleats are sound and solid, showing years of use. Soiling, yet still flexible and labels can be read. Telegrams and news clippings are well preserved and overall very good with minor reductions, with folds starting. 49711-2 (1,500-3,000) – Lot 2346
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2347
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$18,367.50 |
RARE AND DESIRABLE 1925 HARLEY DAVIDSON MODEL “FE”.
Serial Number 25 FE 3565 stamped on left side of engine case. The motorcycle in green paint with red striped fitted with large leather saddle seat and with kickstand. The Model 1925 Harley was a benchmark in the manufacture of this famous motorcycle. This model incorporated “27 big improvements” among which were handlebar design, saddle placement and a streamlined fuel tank. The “Big Twin Engine” was introduced in 1921 as the “D” Model with 74 cubic inch displacement. The “E” Model was introduced in 1925 and had a displacement of 61 cubic inches. The engine had an overhead intake valve and was known as the “Pocket Valve Motor.” The model code of the serial number on this motorcycle, “FE” stands for a 61 cubic inch motor with magneto ignition. There is no other electrical system on the motorcycle; therefore the headlight is powered by acetylene gas. The “F” in the serial number signifies the magneto ignition. This is the first in a long line of Harley Davidson “Big Twin” Models and is the forerunner of the motorcycles that we ride today. Only 1,750 “FE” Models were produced. Appears to be mostly intact. NOTE: Prospective buyers should view this motorcycle personally or have a representative inspect on your behalf as we are not motorcycle experts. SIZE: 42″ h x 94″ l x 30″ w at handlebars. PROVENANCE: Personal collection of Felix J Urioste. CONDITION: Restored, unknown working order, there is a small area of paint loss to proper right side of gas tank and additionally, a shallow dent with paint loss to top of headlight casing. 50105-8 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2347
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2348
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$59,250.00 |
RARE 2013 JENNY RIGHT-SIDE-UP 6-STAMP BLOCK OF THE JENNY INVERTED STAMP.
Referred to as the un-inverted Jenny stamp. One of the rarest and most famous United States stamps issued by the U. S. Postal Service was the 1918 issue of the 24 cent stamp showing the Curtiss JN-4H biplane or Jenny on it. This stamp was rushed into production to celebrate the first airmail flight. In May of that year a single page of 100 stamps is sold to William T. Robey a cashier from Washington, D.C. He had just purchased the only misprints of this stamp to fall into private hands. The misprint shows the “Jenny” upside down! A block of four inverted Jennys from this original block of 100 was sold at a Robert A. Siegel auction in October 2005 for $2.7 million. (This would make the original block of 100 worth $67,500,000!) Fast forward to 2013. The Postal Service reissues the “misprinted” inverted Jenny stamp to commemorate the rarest of all misprints. But in a twist of marketing the Postal Service secretly produces 100 sheets of 6 stamp blocks of the new Jenny stamp right side up, creating a rarity “misprint ” of the original misprint. They are among the 2.2 million sheets of six $2 stamps issued. All sheets are individually wrapped in sealed envelopes to recreate the excitement of finding an inverted Jenny when opening the envelope and to avoid the possibility of discovering a corrected Jenny prior to purchase. Individuals purchasing one of the 100 noninverted Jenny sheets find a congratulatory note inside the wrapping asking them to call a phone number to receive a certificate of acknowledgment signed by Postmaster General Patrick. This was very much in the tradition of Charlie from the movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory finding the “Golden Ticket” in the chocolate bar. Of the 2.2 million 6 stamp sheets produced approximately only one half have been sold and only 24 “non-inverted” stamp blocks have been found. The Postal Agency has admitted to a huge mistake that broke the agency’s own rules, which prohibit postal officials from intentionally creating a rare stamp just to make money. The other twist is that the Postal Service kept back 23 sheets to distribute later but now under the controversy may not distribute them, so that instead of the rarity of 100 sheets there actually may only be 77 sheets allowed into the public. James D Julia, Inc. has been selected to sell the most recent 24th sheet found of this rare issue. This sheet was purchased in Waterville, Maine in Mid – September. Accompanied by a signed certificate of acknowledgment of the limited edition “Right side up” souvenir sheet dated September 22nd, 2013 and numbered “24/100”. Also, including the original sealed package holding the sheet of 6 stamps along with the congratulations card telling the customer they are the recipient of 1 of the 100 stamp sheets. Also a standard block of 6 inverted Jenny stamps for comparison. CONDITION: Very good, as issued. 49844-1 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 2348
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2349
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$1,185.00 |
ARCHIVE OF PHOTOGRAPHS, PAPERS, PATENT IDEAS & DOCUMENTS OF JOSEPH B. WALKER ASC.
Joseph B. Walker is best known as a cinematographer who worked on 145 films during a career that spanned thirty-three years and the inventor of television’s RCA Electra-Zoom lens. He held twenty patents on various camera related inventions. He collaborated with Director Frank Capra on 20 films including “It’s a Wonderful Life”, 1946. At Joseph’s wedding to Juanita Pollard, Frank Capra was his best man. This lot includes: 1) Photograph album of 100+ photographs of the 1982 54th Oscar ceremony where Joseph B. Walker won the first issued “Gordon E. Sawyer” aware which recognized exceptional long-term accomplishments by an individual who has made substantial contributions toward the advancement of the science or technology of the motion picture. Photographs include Walker with presenters Lloyd Bridges & Frank Capra as well as a host of other celebrities. 2) Scrap book of 1930’s New York shows, wedding telegrams & New York City photos. 3) Walker’s 1962 passport. 4) Photos by Walker & Associates of Los Angeles, CA. 5) “A Voice With Wings” script by Juanita Walker. 6) 1926 Actor’s Directory & stage manual. 7) 1929 “The Standard”. 8) Several stage plays & short story manuscripts by Howard G. Chase. 9) Eighteen hand drawn & penned invention and patent ideas notarized by the State of California including: 1921 auto light signal; Six 1925 multiplier double exposure; 1924 radio receiving circuit; 1923 carburetor lubricator; 1929 electrical sign; 1929 synchronizing sounds effects; Several camera design, range finder & stereoscopic film system ideas. Also included is his Luftwaffe copy wristwatch. SIZE: Varies. PROVENANCE: This interesting archive was acquired from the Walker home. CONDITION: Generally very good, some photography paper & documents show wear & use. 45756-1 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2349
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2350
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$5,925.00 |
IMPRESSIVE CANON XL 1s 3CCD DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER WITH A MULTITUDE OF ACCESSORIES.
Canon Pixma iP100 ink jet photo printer, new in box. Swarovski camera backpack. Large camera bag, 19″ x 13″, unused. Manfrotto 505 telescoping tripod SN 3283B with zippered soft case, 36″ l. Manfrotto mono-pod 27″ collapsed. Canon 600mm lens (EF 600mm 1:4 L IS USM image stabilizer) with lens cap and hard fitted hard case. Canon XL 1s 3CCD digital video camcorder NTSC, with hard case and remote control. Delsey camera bag 23″ x 14″, a multitude of accessories include; GPK systems car charger, Canon MA-100 microphone adapter/shoulder pad, Swarovski DCA zoom, Canon flash adapter FA-200, EQ-XL1 equalizer, Canon EF adapter XL, 6 Tiffen filters, Kenwood KSC-24 rapid charger, Canon duel battery charger CH-910, Canon CB-910 battery charger adapter, Canon speed light 550 EX, Canon 100-400 zoom lens, and other wires accessories, original instruction manual present, original cost $18,289.78 (2002). PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Unknown working order, used. Appears generally in good condition. 50012-18 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2350
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2351
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$1,777.50 |
LUDWIG MIES VAN DER ROHE BARCELONA LEATHER CHAIR MODEL 250.
Circa 1929, Germany. While 1929 was the introduction of the “Barcelona” chair by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe (1886 – 1969) we feel that this chair may be of American manufacture, post WWII due to the variant of the construction technique. Most notably that the chair frame was manufactured from a single piece of steel without the use of connectors or joints. The end result was a sleek frame of exceptional quality and durability. Chrome plated steel frame is fitted with black leather seat and back supported by fixed vertical leather straps or struts. SIZE: 28-3/4″ h x 29-1/4″ w x 30″ d. CONDITION: Chair is very fine original condition with no wear, soiling or distress to leather covering. Suspension straps retain original firmness and attachment. Proper right rear leg exhibits small area of corrosion to chrome plating at outside bottom edge of leg. 49818-75 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2351
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2352
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$118.50 |
CHROME PLATED ETAGERE.
3rd quarter 20th century. Rectangular shelf unit fitted with 7 plate glass shelves. SIZE: 84″ h x 36″ w x 15″ d. CONDITION: Very good with minimal and minor surface abrasions. 49818-32 (300-400) – Lot 2352
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2353
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$948.00 |
STEUBEN SPIRE DEPICTING NEW YORK.
The spire in triangular form with cut corners. An etched scene of figures walking through Central Park and the New York skyline in the background. Crescent moon & stars fill in the sky above. Comes with black stand. “Steuben” in script along the top edge. SIZE: 9-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Very good with two chips along bottom edge. 49818-11 (400-500) – Lot 2353
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2354
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$2,073.75 |
CLIFF LEE PORCELAIN VASE.
Cliff Lee, (b. 1951). Vase in ovoid form tapering to a tall narrow neck. Finished with a textured white glaze stopping cleanly just above the foot. Signed “Cliff Lee 2001″ on the underside. SIZE: 13-1/2” h. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-43 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2354
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2355
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$2,666.25 |
CLIFF LEE PORCELAIN POT.
Cliff Lee, (b. 1951). The pot in globular form and decorated around the exterior in shallow relief with dragonflies and lotus. All done under a lightly applied greenish/yellow glaze. Signed “Cliff Lee 2007″ on the underside. SIZE: 7-1/2” h. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-49 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2355
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2356
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$2,370.00 |
CLIFF LEE PORCELAIN BOWL.
Cliff Lee, (b. 1951). Bowl molded with tall rounded walls finished in a vibrant teal & blue textured glaze appearing to resemble coral. Signed “Cliff Lee 2000″ on underside. Accompanied by a wood stand. SIZE: 6″ h x 8-3/4” dia. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-46 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2356
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2357
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$296.25 |
CLIFF LEE PORCELAIN VASE.
Cliff Lee, (b. 1951). Vase in ovoid form tapering to a short narrow neck resembling a stem. Body finished with a glaze made to resemble bronze. Signed “Cliff Lee 2004″ on the underside. Accompanied by a wooden stand. SIZE: 12” h. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-51 (400-500) – Lot 2357
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2358
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$1,777.50 |
JUNKO KITAMURA (Japan, 1956- ) LARGE STONEWARE VASE.
Japan, 20th century. Made in ovoid form, the exterior decorated with an intricate overleaf pattern. Was exhibited at the Garth Clark Gallery in New York in the spring of 1998. Vase accompanied by original exhibition advertisement. SIZE: 22-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-21 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2358
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2359
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$1,481.25 |
GLAZED ART POTTERY VASE.
The vase of globular form quickly tapering to a short narrow neck. The body finished with splashed glazes of various color ending above an unglazed foot rim. Signed indistinctly on the underside. SIZE: 6″ h. CONDITION: Very good. 49818-40 (400-600) – Lot 2359
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2360
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$0.00 |
ROBERTA SCHILLING DECORATED DINING SET.
1995 – 2006, Brazil. Hand painted set designed by Roberta Schilling comprised of; open side board paint decorated with basket of fruit within a cartouche with foliate borders and stylized spray of fruit amongst leaf tips and tendrils within cartouche. Rectangular shelf with 3/4 splash guard projecting above scrolled apron fitted with 4 aligned short drawers above open shelf, the whole raised on square legs. Fruit decorations on cream ground with wide terra cotta borders and green trim throughout. 2 part hutch with open top decorated with clusters of grapes on vines, upper case of 3 open shelves beneath molded cornice on shaped supports all with scrolling edges, fitted on a rectangular base of 3 aligned drawers above 3 cupboard doors on shaped bracket feet. Set of 10 side chairs each with rectangular crestrail above 3 vertical shaped splats of architectural form joined to the trapezoidal solid seat with beveled edge raised on square legs joined by “H” form stretcher of which 8 chairs are painted in terra cotta with cream and green borders conforming with rest of set. The 2 hostess chairs painted to compliment set it a cream mustered or marigold finish. Large round dining table also decorated with garland of grape clusters and vines on terra cotta ground within wide cream border decorated with foliate scrolls supported by a massive neo-classical pedestal with in curved sides joined to socle raised on “X” form trestle feet. Paint decoration throughout set is by design in Spanish taste and distressed. NOTE: Roberta Schilling, a native of Brazil, comes from a family of designers. She later attended college in Florida where she discovered new ways to apply her knowledge of art, at which time she developed her concept of creating high quality hand painted Brazilian style furniture for an American audience at trade shows. In 1995 she transformed her concept into reality by producing furniture such as the set offered here today. She further expanded her line in 2006 to include contemporary furniture. SIZE: Side board: 36″ h (overall) 32″ h (work surface) x 70″ l x 22″ d. Hutch 84″ h x 57″ l, 60″ l (overall) x 19″ d. Chairs: 44-1/2″ h (back) 19″ h (seat) x 19″ w (seat). Table: 80″ dia x 31″ h. CONDITION: Structurally very good, all painted surfaces as designed with minor age appropriate wear. 49852-2 (20,000-25,000) – Lot 2360
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2361
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$2,370.00 |
PAIR OF TWO-TIER DUTCH BRASS CHANDELIERS.
19th or 20th Century. The heavy cast brass chandelier has a central shaft having two discs which hold six removable cast brass arms with scroll decoration and candle cups with drip pan. The shaft ends in a large ball and comes with a ceiling mount with chain. SIZE: 33″ h x 31″ at widest. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Very good overall. 49830-28 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2361
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2362
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$2,370.00 |
PAIR OF FORGED IRON CHANDELIERS.
20th Century. Two-piece compressed ball form pendants, modified nipple disc bottoms, overhung rim disc tops, adjoining round tapered shafts with swelled bottoms & punch pierced ovoid finials with attached S-hanger. The pendants with medial riveted band, each with three detachable triple candle arms, mortise & tenon joinery, decorated with pigtail lower ends, the rounded splayed triple arms upswept, of swelled vase & ring form, adjoining dished drip pans and cleated, rolled edge, slotted candlecups with cleanout holes. Sophisticated forge work throughout, each chandelier retaining black painted surfaces. SIZE: 23-1/2″ h x 22-1/2″ dia. CONDITION: Very good. One with significant paint loss, surface oxidation & other in strong original surface with minor oxidation. 49974-26 (3,000-6,000) – Lot 2362
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2363
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$0.00 |
GILLOWS SMALL OAK GATE LEG TABLE.
Late 19th early 20th century. England. Gillows brand on top of drawer front, underside impressed with number “35834”. Diminutive quarter sawn rectangular top with conforming hinged leaves above frieze fitted with single drawer, raised on barleytwist legs with shaped box stretcher. 2 side legs with gates hinged for leaf support. SIZE: 27-1/4″ h x 12″ l. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection CONDITION: Table has been completely stripped and refinished in honey brown. No structural defects or restoration noted, very good over all. 50012-1 (400-600) – Lot 2363
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2364
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$237.00 |
GEORGIAN STYLE MAHOGANY WINE CELLARETTE BY GILLOWS.
England mid 19th century bearing the brand of “GILLOWS LANCASTER” impressed on top of proper right case side above carrying handle. The square hinged top, opening to a well, fitted with 9 bottle & decanter compartments. The case with brass carrying handles raised on square legs terminating in casters. SIZE: 25-3/4″ h x 17″ square width. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection CONDITION: Surfaces with old clean polish. Lock and latch absent. Minor water stains, structurally very good. 50012-2 (500-800) – Lot 2364
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2365
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$1,777.50 |
PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE STYLE WINGCHAIRS.
Late 20th century, New England. The custom made chairs each with serpentine crestrail continuing to ogival wings joined to outscrolled arms centering a trapezoidal seat fitted with cushion. The whole upholstered in a cotton fabric embroidered with floral vinery in soft tones of blues, greens and browns on ivory ground. Each raised on frontal cabriole legs terminating in pad feet joined by a recessed turned block stretcher, the rear legs backswept. SIZE: 50″ h x 34″ w. 17″ seat h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Structurally very good, upholstery of good quality, lean and serviceable. 49476-52 (1,200-1,400) – Lot 2365
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2366
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$414.75 |
CHIPPENDALE STYLE WING CHAIR.
1st half 20th century. Serpentine crest rail continuing to ogival wings joined to the overupholstered rolled arms raised on square frontal legs and backswept rear legs with “H” form stretcher. Covered in a beige Damask decorated with strawberry sprigs. SIZE: 41″ h (back) 15″ h (seat) 32″ w (overall). PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Retains original surface, proper left rear leg broken and re-glued. 49830-30 (50-100) – Lot 2366
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2367
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$0.00 |
CHIPPENDALE STYLE CENTENNIAL BENCH MADE SLANT LID DESK.
Late 19th early 20th-Century, Massachusetts. Rectangular dovetailed case with hinged sloping lid resting on lopers, opening to an interior fitted with an arrangement of small drawers beneath valanced pigeonholes centering a shell-carved prospect door with blocked drawer flanked by engaged half columns. The central section slides out revealing a series of three open storage boxes concealed beneath the interior. The case fitted with four serpentine long drawers with original batwing brasses on a molded conforming base raised on well carved ball and claw feet. SIZE: 42-1/2″ h x 36″ case w x 20″ d. CONDITION: Desk retains original surface. All original. An old repair to proper right top corner of lid, otherwise good. 49739-6 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2367
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2368
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$711.00 |
GEORGIAN STYLE CARVED MAHOGANY LIBRARY ARMCHAIR.
First third 20th century, probably American. This benchmade example, with rectangular padded back and arched crestrail joined to padded arms on outsewpt molded foliate carved supports centering the over-upholstered seat with brass tacked trim. The chair upholstered in a rose red silk with cream dragonflies. The chair raised on molded foliate carved square frontal legs, the rear legs backswept, joined by a pierced carved recessed box stretcher. SIZE: 38″ h x 25″ w. 16-1/2″ seat h.. CONDITION: Very good overall with untouched surface. 49739-8 (300-350) – Lot 2368
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2369
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$592.50 |
PAIR OF QUEEN ANNE CENTENNIAL SIDE CHAIRS.
Mid 19th Century New England. Yoke back crestrail above vasitform splat flanked by rectangular trapezoidal overupholstered seat. Raised on block and baluster turned frontal legs, the rear legs back swept. Jointed by double wheel-turned box stretcher, the frontal stretcher with bold reel and ball turnings. SIZE: Height of back: 43-1/2″ Height of seat: 18″ Overall width: 19″. CONDITION: Structurally good, with original dark varnish stain, the seat cushions recently redone. 49922-33 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2369
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2371
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$474.00 |
FEDERAL STYLE INLAID MAHOGANY SECRETARY.
Probably Massachusetts circa late 19th early 20th century. Composed largely of older period parts. The galleried top with inlaid panels and brass finials above a pair of glazed Gothic arched doors. Below,the tambour conceals a fitted interior consisting of drawers and valanced letter slots. The lower section has fold down writing board and 3 graduated drawers flanked by bottle drawers and lopers. The turned reeded legs terminate in spike feet with the upper portions squared and inlaid with contrasting panels of burl wood. SIZE: 84″ h x 42″ w x 19″ d. CONDITION: Good with old restoration with mostly original surface. Brass finials of a later date. 49191-43 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2371
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2372
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$1,777.50 |
Revised: 1/14/2016
Please Note: This is a mirror image to Lot #2391 from our August 2015 Fine Art, Asian & Antique Sale which sold for $6,517.50. In that case, the eagle was facing in the opposite direction.
RARE & IMPORTANT “CASE” EAGLE TRADE SIGN.
19th/20th century, Racine, WI. Carving of “Old Abe” rendered perched on a sphere carved with the name “CASE”. Carved in the half round from the solid. SIZE: 27″ h x 9-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good overall with finely detailed elements and with untouched patina. With minor, age appropriate abrasions, nail through right wing bent over in back. 49803-1 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2372
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2373
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$296.25 |
PLASTER TRADE SIGN FOR SAMOSET CHOCOLATES WITH NATIVE AMERICAN MOTIF.
Round plaque showing Native American in canoe paddling out of round disc, titled “Chief of Them All”. Outside with raised lettering “Samoset Chocolates trademark”. Plaque is signed “Farrington Owen”. SIZE: 21″ dia. CONDITION: Paddle has damage with repair, some loss to finish, otherwise generally good. 49943-3 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2373
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2374
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$533.25 |
BONNIE BROTHERS DISTILLERS TRADE SIGN.
Early 20th century, Chicago, IL. Sign manufactured by Meyercord Co. Inc. Chicago IL. The printed sign in color of the Bonnie Brothers Distillery, Louisville KY printed on an oak board. The company emblems at top. SIZE: 18″ h x 34″ w. CONDITION: Oak veneer lifting at corners, dry crusty finish, small losses to printed surface, otherwise good. 49922-41 (700-900) – Lot 2374
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2375
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$0.00 |
PRESENTATION PAINTING OF “THE CHESTER 23″STEAM PUMPER FIRE ENGINE.
Mid-20th Century, American. This commemorative painting depicting No. 724 named “THE CHESTER 23″ manufactured by W. C. Hunneman & Co Boston, Massachusetts as drawn by John W. Elder from an engraving by J. H. Bufford. At the top center of the paining is a facsimile painting of an original company label. The painting now mounted in a molded frame. SIZE: 36″ h x 43-1/2” w. CONDITION: Very good overall. 49745-20 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2375
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2376
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$592.50 |
WHIMSICAL FOLK ART CARVED LOCOMOTIVE.
Model of an early steam locomotive depicted with 4 driving wheels, cylindrical form chassis, engineers cab with 5 window panes and domed roof, engine mounted with a cow catcher. Whole painted in black, mustard and red, side of cab marked “R.&.C.R.R.” SIZE: 14″ h x 31″ l x 9-3/4″ w. CONDITION: Right side piston rods in need of reattachment and repair, losses to edges of cab roof, losses to interior wheel track guides, otherwise good with in use wear and paint losses. 49861-1 (800-1,200) – Lot 2376
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2377
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$0.00 |
FINE CARVED & PAINTED PINE PLAQUE DEPICTING STAGECOACH & INDIANS.
Early 20th Century. Single board relief carved with a mountain side having three trees and a descending four-horse drawn stagecoach with two drivers. In the foreground are two standing Indians with rifles. Unsigned. SIZE: 30-1/2″ x 21-3/4″. CONDITION: Very good. 49848-6 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2377
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2378
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$0.00 |
SCULPTURE OF EAGLE & DOVE BY MARK HOLLAND.
Carving depicts a large bald eagle preying on a white dove with talons piercing the doves back. Both birds with glass eyes. Marked on underside “By Mark Holland Slough Road, Brewster, MA” and dated “74”. SIZE: 19-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Few small splits in the wood, otherwise very good. 50059-1 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2378
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2379
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$0.00 |
CONTEMPORARY CARVED WOOD EAGLE.
Natural wood carved eagle with wings 1/2 spread, perched on branch which is mounted to rectangular wood block. Eagle is set with 2 yellow and black eyes and is unsigned as to the carver. SIZE: 22″ h x 26″ wingspread. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Very good. 50012-14 (800-1,200) – Lot 2379
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2380
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$948.00 |
TWO CARVED AND PAINTED WOOD FIGURES.
20th century. Pair outfitted in formal costume, woman in pink, man in formal gray suit with brown vest. Hole in bottom of his hand indicated he probably held a walking stick and woman probably held parasol. SIZE: Man: 24-1/4″. Woman: 23-1/4″. CONDITION: Some scrapes and rubs, structurally very good. 49933-3 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2380
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2381
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$0.00 |
LARGE CARVED FIGURE OF ANGEL GABRIEL BLOWING TRUMPET, POSSIBLY A WEATHERVANE.
Late 19th early 20th-Century, New England. Carved from inch and half thick planks, paint decorated with white torso, red flowing hair and yellow trumpet, depicted in flight. Fitted with a central iron rod for mounting. SIZE: 20″ h x 69″ l. CONDITION: With old weathered surfaces. Old repairs to arm holding trumpet. Structurally good. 49922-22 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2381
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2382
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$177.75 |
SPREAD WING EAGLE WEATHERVANE ON ARROW & BALL.
Mid 20th Century. Old worn gold leaf surface. SIZE: 22″ h x 24″ l. CONDITION: Detached at feet from ball & arrow, numerous dents on one wing, minor bends on tail feathers of arrow. 49800-1 (500-700) – Lot 2382
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2383
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$414.75 |
FULL BODIED SPREAD WING EAGLE WEATHERVANE.
American, circa 1900. A bold example constructed of repousse sheet copper with a very weathered gilt and verdigris surface. Mounted on a weathered red painted barn wood table mount. SIZE: 30-1/2″ t x 3′ wingspan. PROVENANCE: From the private estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Repairs to back between wings, age cracks and separations to talons. Mounting tube replaced, with re-soldering on underside between talons. Some dents and loss to surface. 50099-10 (800-1,200) – Lot 2383
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2384
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$414.75 |
GOLD PAINTED ETHAN ALLEN RUNNING HORSE WEATHERVANE WITH DIRECTIONALS AND ROD.
20th century. Weathervane permanantly attached to long rod with directionals. SIZE: 32″ l x 98″ h (with rod). CONDITION: Thick gold paint with some scrapes and chips, appears in good condition. 49556-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2384
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2385
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$829.50 |
PRIOR-HAMLIN SCHOOL FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF BOY WITH WHIP AND HOOP.
Oil on canvas 3/4 portrait of boy wearing green dress and white pants, white lace collar with black bow tie. He holds a whip in one hand and hoop in the other. Housed in modern ogee style wood frame. SIZE: 27″ x 22″. Overall: 30-1/2″ x 25-1/2″. CONDITION: Lined, craquelure, paint roughness along border, fair to good. 49933-10 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2385
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2386
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$474.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (19th Century) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN.
Oil on canvas bust length portrait of a seated gentleman wearing a gold vest and white ascot in the style of the early 19th century. Housed in a giltwood frame. SIZE: 27-1/2″ x 23-1/2″. Overall: 32″ x 28″ PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Good, lined, with minor surface dirt, losses lower right and craquelure. 49830-4 (900-1,200) – Lot 2386
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2387
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$0.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL ( 19th/20th Century) PORTRAIT OF A SHIP’S CAPTAIN.
Unsigned oil on canvas depicting a bust length portrait of a handsome sea captain gazing towards his ship visible on the horizon. Housed in a giltwood frame. SIZE: 30″ x 25″. Overall: 35″ x 30″ PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Good with minor surface grime and discolored varnish, canvas buckle upper right. Frame has new outer molding. 49830-20 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2387
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2388
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$711.00 |
KASHAN ORIENTAL RUG, CENTRAL PERSIA.
Second quarter, 20th Century. Dense rows of floral medallions amongst floral vinery on a dark indigo ground within a main border of floral scrolled medallions in trellis work. This rug has been “washed” to intentionally give it a muted palette. SIZE: 4’11” x 7′. PROVENANCE: Private Central Maine collection. CONDITION: Rug retains full pile with no noted restoration. Condition very good. 49995-4 (600-800) – Lot 2388
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2389
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$1,185.00 |
FINE MAHAL ORIENTAL CARPET, WEST CENTRAL PERSIA.
Second quarter 20th Century. The central Arabesque floral medallion within midnight blue scrolling spandrels each with a floral filled urn. A rose red field filled with scrolled polychrome floral sprays within a scrolling border of leaf tips. The midnight blue main border of scrolling polychrome lotus blossoms all within multiple floral guard borders. SIZE: 11’2″ x 16′. CONDITION: Carpet remains in very good condition with full pile. Two woven horizontal parallel lines running through carpet appear to be a result of variation in the color of the wool not related to any restoration or alteration to the carpet. Fringe intact. 49922-2 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2389
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2390
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$592.50 |
TWO DAGHESTAN SEMI-ANTIQUE ORIENTAL RUGS, CENTRAL CAUCASUS.
Late 19th, early 20th Century. 1) Three central geometric medallions with terra cotta devices on a cream ground within a sky blue field with dense polychrome flowerheads, snowflakes and tree of life patterns within a zigzag ivory border of geometric lattice work. The guard border of polychrome crab design. 2) Five geometric aligned crab medallions on an indigo ground with an arrangement of dense, small flowerheads within a terra cotta main border and ivory guard borders all with polychrome flowerheads. SIZE: 1) 3′ 7″ x 7′. 2) 2′ 9″ x 5′ 3″. CONDITION: 1) Low pile with overall even wear, losses and weakness to selvedge and to outer guard border at corners. 2) With overall even wear and wear to foundation in some areas. Weakness to selvedge and some losses to guard border at ends. Fair overall. 49923-3 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2390
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2391
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$3,081.00 |
OUTSTANDING RENAISSANCE REVIVAL CARVED AND GILT WALNUT MARBLE TOP CENTER TABLE.
Second half 19th century, New York or New England. The rose and caramel Brescia marble top with molded edge of rectangular form with accentuated ground ends and stepped sides above the conforming molded frieze carved with scrolling foliate vinery and pendant foliate decoration at the sides raised on six legs, four of tapering fluted cylindrical columns with bulbous carved leaf tips and guilloches, two of cabriole legs molded and acanthus carved with pendant bouquets at the knee. The whole raised on slender feet terminating in casters all joined by a heavily foliate carved and scrolled trestle form stretcher. The table with ebonized and gilt trim highlights overall. SIZE: 30″ h x 42″ l x 27″ w. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Original surface professionally polished and refurbished to nearly new state. 49710-4 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2391
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2392
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$474.00 |
FINE RENAISSANCE REVIVAL WALNUT ARMCHAIR ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN JELLIFF TOGETHER WITH A WALNUT FOOTSTOOL.
3rd quarter 19th century, New York. The elaborate carved crest centering an Elizabethan bust within molded roundel continuing to foliate carved ears with pendant urn on in-curved supports volutes centering an over-upholstered tufted back joined to down sloping arms on carved supports of classical Egyptian female busts centering the trapezoidal upholstered seat, the frontal crestrail bowed with burl panel inserts centering a rosette raised on dish-and ring-turned cylindrical frontal legs raised on casters. All upholstered in a cream and gold floral silk fabric. The accompanying square footstool, similarly covered, the burl frieze with central rosette and pendant finial flanked by angular supports on block disk and ring-turned cylindrical legs raised on brass casters. SIZE: Armchair: 42″ h x 28″ w. 14″ seat h. Footstool: 14-1/2″ h x 17″ square. PROVENANCE: Southampton Antiques to the current owner. CONDITION: Armchair with original surface and dark patina. Old stress cracks in crestrail at juncture of stile now professionally stabilized. Frame is tight and in good order. Footstool retains original surface, clean break on one support with loss to strut at juncture to leg. A second support strut with clean break. Three pendant finials absent. 49710-11 (500-600) – Lot 2392
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2393
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$355.50 |
SET OF SIX EAST LAKE WALNUT VICTORIAN DINING CHAIRS.
Last third 19th century, American. Comprised of a pair of armchairs and four side chairs all upholstered in maroon leather fabric. The demilune molded fan crest above the cylindrical crestrail terminating in rosettes over the paneled back joined to shaped padded arms with scrolled molded hand grips on turned supports centering the trapezoidal over-upholstered seat above the frontal seat rail with burl panel inserts raised on ring-turned tapered cylindrical legs with ring cuffs and upper dish form element on turnip feet raised on bronze casters. The side chairs of identical design with in-curved incised hip rests. SIZE: Armchairs: 41″ h x 22″ w. 17-1/2″ seat h. Sidechair: 37-1/2″ h x 19″ w. 17-1/2″ seat h. CONDITION: Four chairs professionally restored and polished and re-covered. One chair with repaired proper right front foot at caster. One side chair and one armchair unrestored, partially stripped of upholstery, in as-found condition. Accompanying this lot is a roll of maroon leather and matching trim and one Van Dyke restorers custom brass caster. 49710-14 (600-800) – Lot 2393
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2394
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$1,125.75 |
OUTSTANDING 3-PIECE BRONZE AND SLATE CLOCK SET.
Late 19th, early 20th century set includes a large slate cased mantel clock with a removable 19″ h bronze group of two women reading a letter. The bronze is signed “Dubois” (Paul Dubois, French, 1829-1905). Clock movement marked “E. Lourdelet 18909″. The clock having incorporated bronze fan and swag decorated accents. The clock is accompanied by two 30-1/2″ 6-candle bronze and slate candelabra garnitures, each having a 13-1/2″ bronze figure of a woman holding candelabra with matching decoration to base. Key and pendulum present. SIZE: Clock complete: 28″ h x 18-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Clock’s back door bezel cracked. Very good. Clock in unknown working order. 49866-2 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2394
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2395
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$533.25 |
THREE PIECE ORMOLU AND WHITE MARBLE FRENCH CLOCK SET BY P. BONNET & R. POTTIER, PARIS.
Brass works signed “P. Bonnet & R. Pottier, Paris”, SN 1942. Sunburst pendulum and key present. Set comprised of portico style clock with 6 white columns, white shelves and ormolu accents. Dial with garlands of pink roses, Arabic numerals. Top having white marble topped with ormolu finial. Accompanying the clock are 2 marble and ormolu garnitures. Also with 3 gilt wood stands. SIZE: Clock 16-1/2″ h x 11″ w x 5″ d. Garnitures 12-1/4″ h x 5″ w. Each stands is 2″ h. CONDITION: Very good, wood stands have minor gilt loss, clock unknown working condition. 49710-17 (600-800) – Lot 2395
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2396
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$355.50 |
THREE PIECE ORMOLU AND WHITE MARBLE FRENCH CLOCK SET BY SAMUEL MARTI.
Brass works signed “Samuel Marti, Paris 1900″, SN 8250. Sunburst pendulum and key present. Set comprised of portico style clock with white columns, white shelves and ormolu accents. Dial with garlands of pink roses, having Roman numeral hours and Arabic minute designations. Top having white urn with ormolu swags. Accompanying the clock are 2 marble and ormolu candelabra. SIZE: Clock 19″ h x 10″ w (widest) x 5″ d (deepest). Candelabra 13″ h x 9” w. CONDITION: Very good, unknown working order. 49710-16 (600-800) – Lot 2396
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2397
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$2,607.00 |
CAPE HATTERAS LIGHTHOUSE DOORSTOP.
American 1920-30. Unknown foundry. Cast-iron example of hollow half round casting on attached demi-lune plinth base. Note: Cape Hatteras Light represents the tallest brick lighthouse in the United States and is among the tallest of doorstops produced. SIZE: 21-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Excellent near pristine original paint and condition with normal and minor paint abrasions. 49974-5 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2397
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2398
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$0.00 |
RARE “NAUGHTY PUSS” DOORSTOP.
Connecticut circa 1920. H.L. Judd Co Inc., New Britain, CT. Depicting a young girl examining scratch on upper arm, a cat standing with front paws gripping her dress. Marked “CJO, 1271” on back side, “A DIOUHY” on front of base. Hollow half round casting on integral solid base. Reference: The Doorstop Book, Smith, page 195. SIZE: 8-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Near mint original paint and condition with very minor paint abrasions. 49974-4 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2398
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2399
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$0.00 |
RARE COCA COLA BELLHOP DOORSTOP/DISPLAY STAND.
American circa 1898. Fine cast iron example with 2 piece hollow full body casting with attached arms on solid base. Unknown American foundry. SIZE: 8-1/2″ h CONDITION: Near mint original paint and condition with very minor paint abrasions. 49974-3 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2399
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2400
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$0.00 |
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD DOORSTOP.
England circa 1920. Nuydea Foundry marked “NUYDEA, 860, PAT. PENDING, LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD”. Hollow half round casting on integral solid base. Reference: The Doorstop Book, Smith, page 198. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h x 9-3/4″ l. CONDITION: Excellent original paint with minor paint abrasion loss at base. Untouched condition. 49974-1 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2400
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2401
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$2,666.25 |
RARE AFRICAN AMERICAN MAN SEATED ON COTTON BALE DOORSTOP.
Unknown American foundry, circa 1920. Comprised of cast iron and white metal depicting a man in top hat, red scarf at throat seated upon a cotton bale. Two piece hollow full bodied castings. Reference: The Doorstop Book, Smith, page 218. SIZE: 8-3/4″ h x 6-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Excellent, near mint, untouched original condition with minor paint abrasions. 49974-2 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2401
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2402
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$414.75 |
LOT OF FOUR COLLECTIBLE DOORSTOPS.
1) 17″ h. Baseball player doorstop. Circa 1912, American. This large cast iron example marked “O.C.F. 1912″ on the back. The figure posed in batting stance. 2) 13 1/2″ h,Large “Mammy” doorstop. Circa 1920, Littco Foundry, Littlestown, PA. Black figure stands with hands on hips dressed in red and blue with white apron. REFERENCE: “The Doorstop Book” by John & Nancy Smith, P. 218. 3) 8″ X 6-1/4″. African American boys at fence doorstop. 1920 Hubley Foundry, Lancaster, PA. Cast iron half round hollow casting with fine detail. Easily identifiable reproductions commonly available, originals are exceedingly scarce. 4) 7-1/2″ h x 9″ w. reproduction Scottie dog doorstop. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: 1) Original paint with age appropriate wear, and with fine patina. Very good overall. 2) High spot wear and discoloration to original painted surfaces, otherwise good. 3) Very good with original paint and nice patina. 4) Very good. 50099-19, 49055-155, (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2402
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2403
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$533.25 |
TWO WILLIAM TELL CAST-IRON MECHANICAL BANKS AND TWO CAST-IRON DOORSTOPS.
1) J.& E. Stevens New Creedmoor Mechanical Bank, in original polychrome painted finish with William Tell figure shooting penny into tree stump, base with raised rock area reading New Creedmoor Bank with patent number and date 1877, (Norman 1984:pg 67, Fig. 4220 (G-186). A very interesting mechanical bank that was designed to fire a gunpowder cap while sending coin into tree truck. 2) Classic Iron reproduction William Tell mechanical bank. 3) Hubley cast-iron lying cat doorstop #335, painted white with pink ears and green and black eyes. 4) Ram cast-iron doorstop repainted white and black sheep. SIZE: 1) 6-3/4″ h x 10″ l. 2) 6-1/2″ h x 10″ l. 3) 6″ h x 10-1/2″ l. 4) 7-1/2″ h x 9-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Wear to paint, well used, missing trap. 2) Good, missing trap. 3)Worn paint, structurally good. 4) Good. 49476-120 (300-400) – Lot 2403
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2404
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$207.38 |
EASTLAKE VICTORIAN WALNUT WRITING TABLE.
Last quarter 19th century American. The rectangular top with canted corners. The tooled leather writing surface within a crossbanded border above the conforming frieze, fitted with a single long drawer with ebonized tear drop handles. Raised on a trestle base with central drum carving with rosette, joined by a crennelated stretcher. SIZE: 29″ h x 36: l x 20″ d. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Later leather top. Surfaces refinished, structurally very good. 50012-26 (200-300) – Lot 2404
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2405
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$0.00 |
CLASSICAL REVIVAL MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK.
Pennsylvania, circa first quarter of the 20th century. Dial marked on chapter ring “Bailey, Banks & Biddle Philadelphia”. The bonnet has a scrolled pediment with three finials, arched door, fretted sounding holes and free-standing fluted columns at front. The pendulum door is beveled glass with flanking engaged fluted quarter columns. The lower case with inset raised panel and bold molding at base with hairy paw feet. The movement is eight-day brass time-and-strike on chime, with subsidiary seconds dial and painted moon face. The chapter ring, hemispheres and calendar arch are silvered, the remainder in brass with gilt Arabic numerals and spandrels. The clock has the original brass cased weights, pendulum, finials, winder key and pendulum door key. SIZE: 97″ h x 23″ w x 15″ d. CONDITION: Very good with old, possibly original finish. 49820-1 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2405
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2406
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$592.50 |
FINE J.C. JENNENS TALL CASE CLOCK.
1st quarter 20th century, England. The neo-classical mahogany case with molded crest carved with shell and floral paterae above the molded top over astragal arched bevel glass door flanked by group of 3 doric colonettes opening to the silvered dial with moon phase dial within the arch above the Arabic chapter ring. The gilt brass face plate engraved with well detailed scrolling leaf tips and arabesque designs centering a subsidiary sweep seconds dial above time and strike apertures. The silvered chapter ring with Arabic numbers and engraved name plate reading “J.C. JENNENS & SON / GT Sutton Street- London.” The eight day original weight driven brass movement with brass clad weights and pendulum. The case with long beveled glass panel door with arched molded top and with scrolled spandrels flanked by doric columns, the whole raised on molded plinth. SIZE: 99″ h x 16″ d x 22″ w of throat. CONDITION: Very good overall, Seconds dial absent as noted. Minute hand has been bent but intact. 49752-1 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2406
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2407
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$355.50 |
LEVER ESCAPEMENT FUZEE POCKET WATCH.
England, Ca 1860. Serial No. 12265. Porcelain dial with replaced crystal. Hallmarked sterling silver case. SIZE: 49mm w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Overall very good original condition 49476-136 (400-600) – Lot 2407
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2408
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$2,073.75 |
SET OF EIGHT EAST LAKE VICTORIAN WALNUT DINING CHAIRS.
Last third 19th century, American. Comprised of an armchair and seven side chairs all upholstered in maroon leather fabric. The fan crest above the run crestrail terminating in knopped ears over the paneled back joined to shaped arms on foliate carved out-curved supports centering the trapezoidal over-upholstered seat with molded frontal rail raised on tapering fluted ring-turned cylindrical legs on turnip feet raised on bronze casters. The side chairs of identical design with in-curved incised hip rests. SIZE: Armchair: 40″ h x 22″ w. 19″ seat h. Side chairs: 36-1/2″ h x 20″ w. 19″ seat h. CONDITION: Professionally re-polished and recovered with good color and patina. upholstery in fine condition, very good overall. 49710-15 (800-1,200) – Lot 2408
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2409
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$533.25 |
AESTHETIC REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT EASEL.
Last quarter 19th century. New York or New England. Rectangular supports surmounted by scrolled leaftips centering recessed panel carved with flowering foliage within reeded border above a stick and ball frieze. Easel joined to adjustable back support, front supports with ring turned legs terminating in iron claw feet, fitted for glass balls now absent. SIZE: 66″ h x 18″ w. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection CONDITION: Easel has been stripped and refinished, structurally good, glass ball feet absent as noted. 50012-3 (100-200) – Lot 2409
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2410
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$533.25 |
Revised: 1/29/2016
Please Note: Great News! Upon examination under different light, we noticed a subtle “B” and the friendship between Wasson and Bellamy has been cited in a number of historical documents. Also we have been contacted by the consignor who believes that the stand may have been produced by John H. Bellamy, the famous carver of eagle plaques. It is her opinion that some of the design details might reflect or represent Masonic elements. we have agreed to share this opinion with you the buyer.
AESTHETIC MOVEMENT WALNUT DICTIONARY STAND AND DICTIONARY OF GEORGE SAVARY WASSON.
Fouth quarter 19th century, Kittery Point, Maine. Rectangular sloping top with book rest on carved and gilt support with quatrafoil pierced panel, raised on out swept carved legs joined to a trestle shoe foot base with central turned stretcher. Webster’s International Dictionary of the English language to which is now added a supplement of 25,000 words and phrases, W.T. Harris, PHD, Editor in Chief, published by G&C Merriam Company. NOTE: John Wasson, accomplished painter, was a student and friend of John Haley Bellamy noted carver of Eagles. It is a possibility that this easel may have been carved in collaboration between the two artists as there is the remnant of a monogram carved with in the quatrafoil showing the faint remnants of a “J” and clearer “H”. An example of an eagle plaque in the manner of John Bellamy but carved by Wasson was sold at Northeast Auctions, lot 803, August 16, 2014. Additional information is now supplied by the consignor. A landscape painting by G.S. Wasson is also offered in Session 1 in our current auction. SIZE: Dictionary 12-1/2″ h x 9-1/4″ w x 4-3/4″ d. Stand 38″ h x 18″ w x 19″ d (approximate). PROVENANCE: Available on request. CONDITION: Dictionary stand very good with original surfaces. Dictionary with overall wear and toning to pages, unprinted cover page with signature “Geo. S. Wasson./Dec. 6. 1905.” in script. Fair to good overall. 49890-7 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2410
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2411
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$592.50 |
GOOD THREE-PART LEADED & STAINED GLASS FIRE SCREEN.
Late 19th/Early 20th Century. Unsigned. The central panel depicting a Victorian lady in red & blue gown wearing a colorful hat. Surrounded by stained glass pieces with flower and scroll decoration. The central figure flanked by shorter panels of amber, amethyst, with a blue panel incorporating eight bullseyes. The arched feet ending in glass balls. SIZE: 44″ h x 35-1/2″ w x 12″ at deepest. PROVENANCE: Originally from a Burlington, VT Estate. CONDITION: Some cracks in glass, otherwise very good. 49848-5 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2411
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2412
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$711.00 |
OAK CASED TANTALUS WITH THREE STOPPERED CUT GLASS DECANTERS.
Handle marked “The Tantalus, London”. Decanters are square having daisy and button pattern, each fitted with large faceted stopper. SIZE: 13″ h (total) x 14-1/2″ w x 6″ d. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Tantalus is locked with no key, bottles were not inspected outside of Tantalus but all appear very good. 50012-22 (300-500) – Lot 2412
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2413
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$0.00 |
PAIR OF BRISTOL GLASS VASES.
Late 19th Century. The matched pair in tall slender form with a flared top rim. Each body painted with a delicate continuous scene of blossoming flowers and stands on splayed feet finished in blue accented with gilt. SIZE: 19-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good with minor wear to gilt. 50007-6 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2413
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2414
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$592.50 |
OAK REVOLVING BOOKCASE AND OAK MORRIS CHAIR.
New England late 19th early 20th century. The square bookcase with 3 open compartmentalized shelves, each side with 4 molded vertical slat supports, revolving on a central post, terminating in X-form support legs on casters. The quarter sawn oak Morris chair with newly upholstered fitted back and seat cushions. The hinged slat back adjusting with a brass rod joined to iron levelers fixed to the back of the arms. The wide arms with out-turned hand grips, each with 5 spindle supports joined to the shaped and scrolling frontal legs and front seat rail, all carved with fern fronds. SIZE: Bookcase: 45″ h x 20″ square. Chair: Height of back upright 39″ x height of seat 16″ overall width 34″ PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: The bookcase retains original surface, in need of re-polishing. Losses to surface with light staining on top, otherwise very good. Morris chair is refurbished and re-polished. Very good overall. 50012-29 (200-400) – Lot 2414
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2415
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$1,185.00 |
LARGE OAK LEADED GLASS BACK BAR.
First half 20th century, American. In two parts, the upper section with molded cornice above frieze, each side of cabinet fitted with leaded glass panel door. The glass comprised of three rows of diamond shaped panels in lavender and turquoise, alternating with four elongated geometric pale green marbleized glass panels, beneath a similar square leaded glass window pane, the doors opening to an open storage compartment. Each door flanked by fluted flat engaged Doric columns centering a large beveled mirror plate. The upper case stepped back upon a cabinet base fitted with three sliding clear glass panel doors beneath the finished oak top. all on a molded plinth. The whole of quality quarter sawn oak SIZE: 8’4″ h x 10’4″ w x 19″ d. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Very good overall with original surface and mellow patina. 50012-20 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2415
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2416
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$237.00 |
EBONIZED, INCISED AND GILDED FOLDING CHAIR IN THE AESTHETIC TASTE.
Probably New York, circa 1860-1870. Stamped “PJ Hardy NY” on iron seat support brackets. Retaining the original tape straps for arms, and gilded brass mounts in the form of archangels. An interesting mechanical folding chair of particularly high quality. SIZE: 32-1/2″ h x 25″ w x 28″ d. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Wear, soiling, re-upholstery, loss to one applied turn finial top, otherwise very good. 50099-15 (400-600) – Lot 2416
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2417
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$237.00 |
ARTS AND CRAFTS CARVED WALNUT CALLING CARD STAND.
First quarter 20th Century, New York or New England. The circular molded top centering an ebonized geometric device joined to four cylindrical ring-turned supports within four draped chains continuing to shaped molded down swept legs centering a large turned and molded sphere surmounted by a cast-metal displayed eagle. SIZE: Height: 32″ Diameter: 15″ CONDITION: Two opposing legs with repaired vertical breaks. Surface with original dry, crusty finish. Legs need retightening to central pedestal, currently held in place by woven wire collar. 49922-74 (700-900) – Lot 2417
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2418
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$2,370.00 |
BOKHARA ORIENTAL RUG, TURKMENISTAN.
Mid-20th Century. Four rows of six midnight blue guls on a brick red ground with dense stylized tree of life designs within. The main border of tree of life design alternating with terra cotta forms with candle stick and floral decoration, all within multiple guard borders. SIZE: 10’1″ x 12’5″. CONDITION: Very good overall with good pile. The knotted flat weave ends and fringe intact. 49692-2 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2418
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2419
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$948.00 |
FINE TABRIZ SILK RUG, NORTHWEST PERSIA.
Second half 20th Century. Four rows of poly-chrome flowerheads alternating with rows of blue-grey geometric medallions alternating with saz leaf sprays on a cream-brown within multiple floral borders. SIZE: 3’1″ x 5’6″. PROVENANCE: A private Maine/Texas collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall with full pile. Fringe and selvedge intact. 50012-8 (500-1,000) – Lot 2419
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2420
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$711.00 |
FINE WILTON WEAVE ORIENTAL STYLE CARPET.
Circa 1920, Wilton, England origins. This nice example woven with flowering shrubs and floral blooms amongst cloud band design giving an ethereal appearance within a black main border of floral vinery. The muted palette in shades of pale indigo, brick red and ivory. SIZE: 8’9″ x 11’11”. CONDITION: Upper left quadrant with circular area of either wear or remnant of stain, otherwise very good overall. 49724-2 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2420
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2421
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$3,258.75 |
FINE LOT OF THIRTEEN NATIVE AMERICAN NECKLACES.
1) 32″ turquoise and silver squash blossom necklace, 12 blossoms and central pendant with 3, set with large turquoise polished stones, on double strand of silver beads, unmarked. 2) 25″ silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, center pendant having 3 turquoise stones, 12 silver blossoms set on a large bead necklace. 60 silver beads made from U.S. silver Liberty half dimes. 3)25″ silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, single strand necklace has 46 round beads, 8 blossoms and central pendant having 5 pieces of turquoise. Unmarked. 4) 19″ single strand silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace. 6 blossoms set with turquoise and center drop with 1 turquoise stone. 5) 25″ single strand silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, having 12 blossoms and central pendant with 1 turquoise stone. 6) 24″ single strand silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, with 12 blossoms and central pendant with 1 turquoise stone. 7) 26″ single strand silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace, with 10 blossoms and central pendant with 3 turquoise stones. 8) 30″ double bead strand, silver and turquoise necklace with 12 blossoms each set with 2 turquoise stones, center pendant having 10 turquoise stones. 9) 24″ double strand with 2″ drop, alternating turquoise stones with MOP shell rings. 10) 30″ single strand necklace with 18 turquoise stones. 11) 30″ shell and turquoise necklace with 37 turquoise stones. 12) 30″ red coral necklace. 13) 22″ shell necklace with 10 petals and 1 center drop with crushed turquoise, coral and onyx decoration. SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: Generally very good, some stones may have cracks. 49802-1 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2421
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2422
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$2,666.25 |
MISCELLANEOUS LOT OF 44 PIECES OF NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY INCLUDING BRACELETS, CUFFS, RINGS AND NECKLACE.
1) 2″ dia. Zuni turquoise and silver brooch, unmarked. (Missing 2 stones). 2) Child’s silver and turquoise bracelet, unmarked. 3) Navajo silver child’s bracelet. 4) Navajo silver and 3 turquoise stone bracelet. 5) Small turquoise and silver bracelet. 6) Zuni belt buckle and keeper, circa 1930’s, set with 15 turquoise stones. 7) Large Zuni cluster bracelet, unmarked, (missing 2 stones). 8) Single large turquoise stone Navajo bracelet, circa 1970’s. 9) 3 large turquoise stone bracelet, (center stone damaged). 10) Large Navajo cluster bracelet with 21 large turquoise stones. 11) Heavy silver cuff with 5 small turquoise stones, of Navajo origin. 12) Large solid silver sand cast Navajo 1970’s cuff bracelet. 13) Heavy Navajo 1980’s cuff bracelet lined with copper having 4 large greenish yellow stones. 14) Navajo sand cast and stamped Navajo frog bracelet set with single turquoise stone. 15) Navajo sand cast 3 turquoise stone bracelet. 16) Navajo 11 turquoise stone set in 3 carinated shank, circa 1920-30’s. 17) 18″ 5 link turquoise and silver necklace, links are turquoise accented flower heads. 18) 9 turquoise stone cluster ring. 19) 20 turquoise and silver rings, along with 5 silver rings. SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: Generally good, as noted above, missing specified stones. 49802-2 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2422
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2423
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$0.00 |
Revised: 1/11/2016
Please Note: Upon closer examination a small hole was found on the side of the left moccasin.
PAIR OF BEADED APACHE MOCCASINS.
Circa 1870. Each moccasin having thins strips of bead decoration in white, green and white heart red beads. SIZE: 9″ l x 4″ w. CONDITION: Generally good, 1 small separation to back of 1 heel. 49861-24 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2423
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2424
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$711.00 |
WOODLANDS CARVED SPOON WITH SEAL HEAD HANDLE AND BURL COVERED BELT CANISTER.
9″ carved spoon with large shallow bowl, curving handle terminating in a seal head. 4-1/2″ h x 4″ w. oval solid burl covered container, cover held securely by raw hide strap. SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: Very good. 49861-23 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2424
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2425
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$237.00 |
SIX NATIVE AMERICAN ITEMS.
18″ and 10″ Seminole Indian dolls adorned with colorful dress, showing some wear and use. 24″ canoe paddle marked “Bangor, Maine”. 27″ birch bark model canoe with 2 paddles, bow with 1 small break. 2 carved laundry sticks, 32″ and 29″. SIZE: As noted above. CONDITION: As noted above. 49861-27 (700-900) – Lot 2425
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2426
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$533.25 |
NAVAJO RUG.
Late 19th Century, Southwestern America. A row of four central diamond medallions flanked by zigzag lighting bolt devices. The ends wrought with parallel lines in burnt orange, saffron yellow, burnt umber ends. SIZE: 4’5″ x 6’2″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Areas of old moth damage in outer third of rug additionally with areas of pulled thread. Rug fair to good overall. 49830-3 (800-1,200) – Lot 2426
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2427
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$0.00 |
SMALL NAVAJO RUG.
Late 19th, early 20th Century, Southwestern America. The multi-step central diamond medallion alternating in ocher, sand, red ocher with sand colored rectangle in center. The rug wrought with four white red-tipped crosses at the corners all within a beige field within an ocher border. SIZE: 2’10-1/2″ x 4′. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Areas of significant loss and insect damage, notably in center. 49830-9 (800-1,200) – Lot 2427
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2428
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$1,185.00 |
MONUMENTAL NINE FOOT CARVED WOOD NATIVE AMERICAN CHIEF.
Second half of the 20th century, origin unknown. Well detailed carving with open stance in a “scout” pose. Holding a bundle of cigars in proper left hand and proper right hand is shielding eyes. Details of the head dress, knife, moccasins, arm bands, leggings and good detail in contrasting paint. SIZE: 105″ t x 41″ w x 28″ d. PROVENANCE: Personal collection of Felix J Urioste. CONDITION: Good intact condition. Appears to be original paint with significant weathering and losses. 50105-4 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2428
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2429
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$1,066.50 |
EARLY AMERICAN PINE BUCKET BENCH IN BLUE PAINT.
Mid 19th-Century, New England. The rectangular top of mortise construction which shaped apron raised on shaped plank sides with demilune cutouts at base. SIZE: 19″ h x 76″ l x 14″ w. CONDITION: Structurally very good with age appropriate in use wear and with good patina on worn bench seat. Crusty, dry blue paint mostly intact. 49922-13 (800-1,200) – Lot 2429
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2430
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$0.00 |
DECORATED PINE LIFT TOP BLANKET CHEST.
Mid 19th century. Central or Eastern Europe. Rectangular hinged top with original snipe hinges opening to a paper lined well above conforming case raised on suppressed ball feet, the whole with simulated graining and profusely decorated with floral filled reserves and borders. SIZE: 22-1/2″ h x 50″ l x 26″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Polychrome painted surfaces mostly intact, losses due primarily to wear and dryness notably on lid. Structurally good. Box lock absent, forged iron latch present. 49830-38 (800-1,200) – Lot 2430
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2431
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$829.50 |
AMERICAN EMPIRE GRAIN PAINTED WARDROBE OR LINEN PRESS.
Mid 19th Century, New England. This fine example with rectangular top, 3/4 splash guard, and round corners above the conforming case fitted with a pair of raised molded panel doors with original iron latch and pin hinges opening to an interior of four fixed shelves, the uppermost with four aligned short drawers all in simulated grain. The base with simple molding raised on half-round frontal legs with shaped side aprons. SIZE: 51-1/2″ h x 42″ w x 18-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Cabinet retains original grain decoration of simulated rosewood now with pleasant patina and with naturally worn surfaces. Very good overall. 49922-4 (800-1,200) – Lot 2431
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2432
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$474.00 |
EARLY AMERICAN PINE STANDING SHELF.
First half 19th-Century, New England. Currently configured as a free-standing bookcase on a molded plinth with simple picture frame molding. The plank sides continuing to a shape and scalloped end to which are attached seven fixed shelves. The whole with remnants of crusty dried brown paint over earlier green paint. SIZE: 81-1/2″ h x 47″ w x 14-1/2 d overall. CONDITION: Shelves with weathered surfaces and in use wear. Structurally good. 49922-18 (500-800) – Lot 2432
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2433
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$237.00 |
GRAIN DECORATED PINE BLANKET CHEST.
Mid 19th century. New England. Rectangular hinged lid with applied molded edges opening to interior fitted with candle box, corner stiles continuing to square supports. Box with applied molded frieze. Whole with mahogany faux-grain decoration. SIZE: 24″ h x 37″ l x 21″ d. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Top with shrinkage split along seam together with section of filler, lock present, hasp absent, otherwise good with normal and expected usage wear. 49830-41 (800-1,200) – Lot 2433
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2434
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$474.00 |
WONDERFUL STENCIL AND PAINT DECORATED CHAIR CREST.
1st half of the 19th century. Shaped crest having central train motif through mountain landscape with stenciled leaf scrolling accents. Accompanied by a custom metal display stand. SIZE: 6″ h x 23″ l. CONDITION: 2 scratches and edge wear. 49933-1 (600-800) – Lot 2434
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2435
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$237.00 |
MAMMY’S BENCH STENCILED TABLE.
Second half 19th-Century, American. The rectangular top stenciled with the image of a side wheel steamer on a black ground within a cream border, the boat with crimson and gold highlights. Note: the table top designed to be fastened to the child guard for a Mammy’s bench. SIZE: 6-3/4″ h x 26″ l. CONDITION: Structurally very good. Repainted and stenciled surfaces with in use wear. 49933-2 (300-500) – Lot 2435
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2436
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$2,073.75 |
RARE AND UNUSUAL GOTHIC GABLE WINDOW AND SHUTTER COMBINATION.
Late 19th early 20th century. Pennsylvania. Nice architectural element in blue paint with outer frame of Gothic design fitted with pair of hinged louvered shutter doors within molded surround. This is in turn attached to an inner rectangular frame fitted with conforming arched window with 3 Gothic panes above pair of rectangular glass panes. Window in 2 sections for opening and closing. Now mounted on brackets for display. SIZE: 50″ h x 39-1/2″ w (overall) x 6-1/2″ d (including frames). CONDITION: Whole in original condition showing all over expected weathered wear and tear, window mullions with shrinkage cracks, one rectangular glass pane absent, otherwise good overall. 49901-18 (1,800-2,000) – Lot 2436
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2437
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$474.00 |
ARCHITECTURAL SKYLIGHT.
First half 19th Century New England, this nice demilune example constructed with fanned slats centering a fan-shaped 7 panel window. The whole in original white paint. SIZE: Height: 18-1/2″ Length: 79-1/2″ CONDITION: Window retains original paint, as noted, now soiled. Window with age appropriate wear and weathering. Long splinter absent along base edge. Otherwise good. 49922-52 (300-500) – Lot 2437
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2438
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$474.00 |
TWO LARGE VEUVE CLICQUOT WINE CASKS ON STANDS.
One having bronze spigot marked “Harry Mason, Birmingham”. Casks have metal rings and are paint decorated on the spigot ends, separate stands for display purposes. SIZE: 1)Without stand: 40″ h x 43″ d x 20-1/2″ w. Stands: 9″ h. 2) Without stand: 44″ h x 44-1/2″ d x 20-1/2″ w. Stand: 12″ h. CONDITION: Some rust to metal parts, appear to have been used, very good. 49745-6 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2438
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2439
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$0.00 |
PIPER-HEIDSECK CARVED AND PAINTED TRADE SIGN AND A DISPLAY BOTTLE.
France, mid-20th century. Constructed of wood, hollow and half-round, designed for wall mounting. One of the original molds for the later plastic display bottles. Note: a similar example previously offered as Lot 3428, August 2015 was a labeled example reading “Georgos La Croix impressions artisque et commercials, Rue de Barbatre-Riema” from the same collection. Accompanying this lot is a smaller plastic display model of a Piper-Heidseck champagne bottle given to retailers. SIZE: Sign: 62-1/2″ h x 18-1/2. Height of display model: 38-1/2″. CONDITION: Painted sign in very good original condition. Plastic display model with overall surface scratches and abrasion from normal usage. Good overall. 49745-15 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2439
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2440
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$0.00 |
MOET & CHANDON ORIGINAL MOLD TRADE SIGN.
Circa 1950, France. Originally a half mold for later plastic trade models this sign paint decorated advertising a bottle of extra dry 1941 champagne. SIZE: 60″ h x 16-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Structurally very good. Painted surface remains vibrant. Small horizontal seam split at mid-point of sign with corresponding loss to paint, otherwise good. 49745-16 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2440
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2441
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$0.00 |
MOET & CHANDON PRESENTATION ADVERTISING SIGN.
Mid-20th Century. This hand-painted sign featuring the image of a 1936 bottle of “BRUT IMPERIAL” on a variegated mustard brown within grape cluster spandrels within a gilt molded frame. Artist signed “M. Drouet” painted on board. Note: most often painted by artists under contract to the vintner to be gifted to important commercial accounts. SIZE: 43″ h x 28″ w. CONDITION: Very good original condition with some minor small abrasions. 49745-18 (1,800-2,200) – Lot 2441
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2442
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$592.50 |
CHIPPENDALE STYLE CAMEL BACK SOFA BY ROGER GONZALEZ FURNITURE.
Classic wing type sofa having light blue brocade upholstery, long removable down filled cushion and 2 accent pillows. Sofa supported by 6 legs with box stretcher in cherry wood. SIZE: 38″ h (at center) x 91″ l x 27″ d. 16-1/2″ seat height (without cushion). PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Few light stains, very good. 49476-53 (400-600) – Lot 2442
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2443
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$888.75 |
QUEEN ANNE STYLE BENCHMADE CHERRY TRAY TOP TEA TABLE.
Second half 20th century, Connecticut. The rectangular top above the conforming frieze with shaped apron on cabriole legs with pad feet. NOTE: This table was built as a companion piece to the other tray table offered in this session. SIZE: 26″ h x 30-1/4″ l x 18-3/4″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good condition with untouched surfaces. Top with tight shrinkage cracks. 49476-54 (400-600) – Lot 2443
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2444
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$1,659.00 |
ANTIQUE LEATHER PAINTED FIRE BUCKET, “L.A. WILLIAMS NO 1.”.
18th/19th century. Original leather handle and bucket having blue paint with white lettering and red rim. SIZE: 17″ t. (with handle), 11-1/2″ t. (without) 8″ dia. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Leather breaks at rim but original interior rope intact. Nice old surface, very good. 49476-35 (700-900) – Lot 2444
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2445
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$88.88 |
GROUP OF FOUR ANTIQUE NEW ENGLAND BASKETS.
1) 9-1/2″ h x 15-1/2″ dia. bail handled 19th century round basket with push up bottom. 2) 9″ h x 16″ dia. bail handled round basket with push up bottom. 3) 9″ buttocks basket with fixed wood handle. 4) 7″ fixed handle melon style basket. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Nice patina, generally very good. 49476-95 (300-400) – Lot 2445
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2446
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$207.38 |
LOT OF FIVE TIN CANDLE MOLDS.
1) 11″ h, 18 hole with double handle and rectangular base. 2) 10-1/2″, 12 hole with single strap handle and arched base. 3) 9″ h, 12 hole with rectangular base and top, rectangular edges are as is with breaks. 4) 11″ h, 12 hole no base, having small ring handle. 5) 10-1/2″ h, 2 hole with strap handle and no base. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good, otherwise as noted above. 49476-92 (700-900) – Lot 2446
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2447
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$1,007.25 |
TWO EIGHTEENTH CENTURY RUSH LIGHTS.
1) 11-1/4″ h, iron rush light combination candle holder, mounted to round stepped block of wood with nice color. 2) 6-1/4″ h, iron rush light mounted to round wood block with crack and insect holes. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Good with rust. 49476-122 (200-300) – Lot 2447
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2448
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$2,962.50 |
PAIR OF SALEM TRANSITIONAL SIDE CHAIRS.
With typical pierced owl form splats. Crest rails with carved ears and raised demi-lune at center above splat. With cabriole front legs having sharply creased knees, potently undercut sweeping to pad feet with exaggerated flaired under pads. Rear legs potently raked with chamfered edges. With block and turned “H” form stretchers with flying arrow medial and back stretcher. Retaining their original maple slip seats, one with matching “6” to seat and chair. SIZE: 37-3/4″ t x 23″ w (across knees) x 19″ d. Seat 17-3/4″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good intact condition, retaining original knee returns. Corner blocks and seat support blocks added to interior of seat frames for stability. Old surface with pleasing color. 49476-30 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2448
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2449
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$1,777.50 |
CHIPPENDALE CHERRY FOLD OVER CARD TABLE.
Last quarter 18th century, eastern Connecticut or Rhode Island. Rectangular form with serpentine molded legs, full width front drawer and pierced spandrels at junction of legs and apron. Secondary wood is ash or chestnut fly rail, remainder is white pine and poplar. SIZE: 36″ w x 17-3/4″ d x 29-3/4″ t. 35-1/4″ w (open). PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Fair with restorations, including kerf cuts to overleaf to straighten warp, patches to fixed leaf at junction of hinges and where fasteners are located. 3 out of 4 legs ended out. 49597-1 (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2449
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2450
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$355.50 |
PENNSYLVANIA WALNUT RECTANGULAR DROP LEAF TABLE OF SMALL SIZE.
Table with claw and ball feet, cabriole legs exhibiting old color and surface. Upper portions of legs bead molded, aprons have demi-lune scrolls cutouts on lower edge. Table is fitted with rectangular top with medium drop leaves. Materials are walnut with oak fly rails and hard pine inner rails with a white pine angled transverse medial brace. SIZE: (Folded) 17″ w x 36-1/2″ l x 28″ h. (Extended) 42″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Stains and discoloration to 3 board top, significant loss of height (losses to bottoms of claw ball feet due to wear and erosion). Pleasing color and old worn surface. 49476-18 (800-1,200) – Lot 2450
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2451
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$237.00 |
ADJUSTABLE WROUGHT IRON LIGHTING STAND.
Second half 18th century, probably English or Continental. With candle cup, clamp for rush light splints, and shelf for grease lamp. Tripartite base with penny feet and cabriole leg with swelling just above knee, the tapering center standard with adjustable spring tension lighting platform and knop top. SIZE: 46-1/4″ t x 12-1/2″ w. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good with pleasing oxidized patina. 49476-50 (700-900) – Lot 2451
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2452
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$3,555.00 |
RARE AND IMPORTANT QUEEN ANNE CHERRY AND PINE BLANKET CHEST IN RED PAINT.
Suffield, Connecticut. Circa 1797. Signed Wm Middleton in chalk on back. This three drawer example with pine case and cherry facade, with hinged lid, applied step molding joined to conforming case with original iron snipe hinges, opening to interior lined with newspaper from 1834. Case with pair of aligned thumb molded simulated drawers above a sham long drawer over three graduated thumb molded long drawers, all with original batwing brasses and escutcheons. Base with applied molded skirt, front of case with elaborately scrolled base, case sides to floor. Cabinet Maker REF: American Cabinet Makers, Marked American Furniture, 1640-1940, by William C. Ketchum Jr., page 236. SIZE: 50-1/2″ h x 35-1/2″ w (case) 38″ w (overall) x 17-1/4″ d. CONDITION: Blanket chest retains original dry red painted surfaces, backboards painted with date of 1797, top escutcheon mismatched but appears original. Old chip loss at proper left bottom quarter of base, very good overall. 49974-9 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2452
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2453
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$1,185.00 |
BONNET TOP PINE HUTCH IN GREEN PAINT.
Mid 19th Century, New York. Rectangular case with bonnet top extending above two fixed open shelves over an open work space fitted with a pair of lower cabinet doors of simple plank construction and with wooden latch above a cut out apron. The hutch sides with bootjack ends. The whole in green paint over early brown paint. SIZE: Height: 73-3/4″ Width: 36″ Depth: 15-1/2″ CONDITION: Doors with replaced hinges. Bottom of hutch has detached from backboards, supporting glue blocks absent in base. Proper right door with sliver loss at upper hinge. Backboards and latch appear to be original. Painted surfaces with multiple losses, staining, and paint splatter, soiling throughout. 49922-44 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2453
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2454
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$533.25 |
SHERATON HITCHCOCK STYLE SETTEE.
2nd quarter 19th century, New England. Triple back settee with pillow crest rail decorated with foliate sprays, bobbin turned. Each section with foliate scrolled splat centering urn decorated with gilt outlines and fruit all on foliate decorated back swept supports. Shaped arms with scrolled terminals centering a woven seat raised on 4 tapered cylindrical frontal legs all joined by turned box stretcher. SIZE: 33-1/2″ h x 75-1/2″ l (overall) x 23″ d. Height of seat 18-1/2″. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: In as-found condition, break to proper left arm at rear style, considerable wear and losses to woven seat, normal and expected wear to paint decorated surfaces, losses to fascia boards on seat rail borders. Fair overall. 49830-13 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2454
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2455
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$474.00 |
BOWBACK WINDSOR ARMCHAIR.
Late 18th early 19th Century Connecticut, in the manner of Ebenezer Tracy. The bowed crest rail continuing to out-scrolled paddle grips, joined to 10 swelled spindles above the shaped saddle seat, raised on splayed swelled ring turned legs, joined by an H-form stretcher. The chair with multiple layers of paint over original red wash. SIZE: Height of back: 35-3/4″ Seat height: 16-1/2″ Overall width: 22″ CONDITION: Proper right handgrip with old repairs, now well worn. Painted surfaces as stated. Old shrinkage crack from front to rear of seat, now stable. Normal and expected minor imperfection from in-use wear. Surfaces well worn with age appropriate patina. 49922-43 (1,000-1,400) – Lot 2455
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2456
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$414.75 |
SET OF FOUR STEP-BACK WINDSOR SIDE CHAIRS.
Early 19th Century New England. The stepped crestrail joined to 7 bowed spindles above the shaped solid seat, raised on splayed cylindrical simulated bamboo legs, joined by conforming box stretcher. Chairs with old and possibly original varnished surface, now with dark patina showing appropriate wear. SIZE: Height of back: 33″ Height of seat: 15-1/2″ Overall width: 18″ CONDITION: Surface scratches throughout, no restoration or damage noted. Generally very good. 49922-36 (700-900) – Lot 2456
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2457
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$148.13 |
PINE BUCKET BENCH IN RED WASH.
Mid 19th-Century, New England.Rectangular plank top raised on shaped plank supports with cutout feet, joined to angular struts. CONDITION: Structurally good with remnants of dried crusty red. Surfaces weathered. 49922-29 (400-600) – Lot 2457
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2458
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$0.00 |
AMERICAN SCHOOL (18th/19th Century) PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN.
Unsigned half length portrait of a young man smartly dressed in a blue waistcoat with white vest. He stands with his hand resting on a chair, holding a kerchief in his left hand, possibly a gift from his first love. Housed in a black painted wood frame with gilt liner. A label on the back of the frame bears an ink inscription that reads “Dr. Horloch.” SIZE: 36″ x 27″. Overall: 41″ x 32″ CONDITION: Good, lined, with large vertical areas of restoration, minor surface grime and spotty varnish. 49830-18 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2458
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2459
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$118.50 |
PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN.
Oil on canvas mounted to Academy board, 1/2 portrait shows gentleman in black coat with white shirt seated in red upholstered chair. Similar in style to William Blunt’s work. Housed in a period gesso gilt decorated frame having a sitters plaque dated “H. March”. SIZE: 9-1/4″ x 7-1/2″. OVERALL: 14-3/4″ x 13″. CONDITION: Craquelure, otherwise good. Frame as found with losses. 49933-8 (300-500) – Lot 2459
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2460
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$592.50 |
LARGE GROUPING OF APPROXIMATELY 92-PIECES FLOW BLUE IRONSTONE CHINA.
19th Century. Each piece decorated in dark flow blue in various patterns by various makers. Included in the lot are handled water pitchers, covered casseroles in various shapes, platters, plates, covered bowls, & two teapots. Included; 10-1/2″ h. water pitcher in Hong Kong pattern. 13″ x 9-3/4″ covered vegetable dish in Scinde pattern. 11-1/2″ x 8-3/4″ covered vegetable Asiatic pheasants (old age crack). 13-3/4″ x 10-3/4″ platter in Scinde patter (rim chip). 13-1/4″ x 10″ platter Manilla pattern. SIZE: Tallest pitcher is 12-3/4″ h; largest platter is 16-3/4″ l; Plates between 10-1/2″ to 4″ dia. PROVENANCE: The Estates of Faye G. Montell & Hayden Goldberg of Brooklyn, NY & Gardiner, ME. CONDITION: Scattered chips, lines, restorations and losses. 49830-42 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2460
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2461
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$414.75 |
PICTORIAL HOOKED RUG.
Rug depicting a rider on horseback along a path with a town and trees in the background. Stretched & mounted. SIZE: 27″ x 36″. CONDITION: Very good with minor toning and slight fraying along edge. 49923-4 (600-800) – Lot 2461
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2462
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$829.50 |
TWO FOLK ART WHALE WEATHERVANES.
1) Painted & carved wood. 2) Sheet copper whale mounted on a bronze arrow. Both accompanied by wood stands. SIZE: 1) 16-1/2″ h x 18″ l. 2) 10″ h x 18″ l. CONDITION: 1) Chip to tail, split to lower jaw. 2) Very good with old in-use surface. 49861-25 (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2462
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2463
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$148.13 |
ANTIQUE PAINTED AND CARVED BARBER’S POLE.
American, late 19th-early 20th century. A turned and polychrome wooden barber’s pole with both original and later paint, ball finial and ball at pedestal base. SIZE: 50″ h x 7-1/2″ dia. PROVENANCE: Personal collection of Felix J Urioste. CONDITION: Some areas have been repainted. Flaking paint throughout, but especially to top and base. Age splits to wood. Base is broken and partially missing. No mounts are attached. 50105-9 (500-700) – Lot 2463
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2464
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$237.00 |
INTERESTING BLACK AND WHITE PAINTED BARBER’S POLE.
The obelisk form having spiraling black and white stripes, thought to have been used as a barber’s pole, 19th century. SIZE: 50″ h x 3-1/2″ square at base. PROVENANCE: From the personal estate collection of John W. Armiger Jr. CONDITION: Wear to original paint surface, cracks and wear. 50099-20 (800-1,200) – Lot 2464
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2465
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$1,185.00 |
LARGE BISON HEAD MOUNT.
The brown hairy head in multiple shades of brown with glass eyes and large horns. SIZE: 35″ out from wall x 41″ h x 21″ w. CONDITION: Good. 49995-7 (800-1,200) – Lot 2465
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2466
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$237.00 |
THREE GIRAFFE FEMUR BONES, ONE WITH SCRIMSHAW DECORATION.
1) Bone mounted to a molded edge backboard and having scrimshaw decoration of 4 Zebras in a bush and grass setting. Other 2 a matched pair, 1 mounted to backboard. SIZE: 1) 32-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ (overall). 2-3) 30″. CONDITION: 1) Very good. 2-3) Generally very good. 49745-10 (800-1,200) – Lot 2466
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2467
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$0.00 |
Revised: 1/28/2016
Please Note: There is an old internal fracture at the base of the bottle.
COLORFUL PAINTED WOOD GUINNESS SIGN AND LARGE AMBER GLASS GUINNESS BOTTLE.
Large sign having over sized colorful toucan bird balancing a glass of Guinness on his beak. Bird is shown as weathervane atop directional, looking out over a colorful village landscape. On blue sky background is written “Lovely day for a Guinness” and below, “At the Waterford Arms”. Frame having a presentation plaque “Presented to Landlord Thomas O’Reilly, The Waterford Arms for exceptional sales 1955, Arthur Guinness & Sons”. Along with a 23-1/2″ amber glass display bottle, with a Guinness label. SIZE: 64″ x 51″. CONDITION: Some surface dirt, 4″ deep scratch in sky, otherwise very good. 49745-4 (3,000-3,500) – Lot 2467
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2468
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$0.00 |
TWO PAINTED WOOD BEER SIGNS.
1) Rectangular sign with rounded ends having a carved 1/2 bottle flanked by leaves and dated 1759, “Guinness” in black and green paint on left side “Extra Stout” on right side. 2) Rectangular wood sign with black background having gold and red letters “Stout & Lagers”. SIZE: 1) 10-1/2″ h x 96″ w. 2) 6-1/2″ h x 49″ w. CONDITION: 1) Surface dirt, very good. 2) Very good. 49745-5 (1,200-1,500) – Lot 2468
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2469
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$2,073.75 |
HAND-PAINTED GUINNESS EXTRA STOUT PUB SIGN.
Circa 1940 Ireland. Painted for “John Mulligan, 8 Poolbeg St. Dublin, EST. in script in 1782 in Arabic”. Above an applied oval patera painted with a Guinness harp, flanked by painted advertisements for “STOUT & PORTER” and “STOUT” all within a border of grape clusters above and an array of seafood arranged with a bottle of Guinness and a full pint painted on a board within a molded frame. Note: These signs were most often painted by freelance artists for the brewery and gifted to owners of Irish and English pubs as tokens of appreciation. SIZE: 31-1/2″ h x 49-1/2″ wide overall. Side of painting is 26-1/2″ h x 44-3/4″ w. CONDITION: Very good overall with vibrant palette. 49745-17 (1,500-1,800) – Lot 2469
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2470
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$2,962.50 |
TURKOMAN ORIENTAL RUG.
Second quarter, 20th Century, Turkmenistan. Five rows of guls or Arabesque small medallions in shades of blue, white and red on a wine-red field within a a geometric ivory main border, the ends with rows of saw-tooth trellis work. SIZE: 5’10” x 9′. PROVENANCE: From a private New York collection. CONDITION: Rug retains full pile throughout. No repairs or restoration noted. Selvedge intact. 49905-12 (800-1,200) – Lot 2470
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2471
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$118.50 |
NORTHWEST PERSIAN CORRIDOR RUG.
Second quarter 20th Century. Five aligned geometric polychrome medallions. Pale red field within three floral guard borders. Rug has been “washed”. Now presents a muted and faded color palette. SIZE: 3’10” x 9′. PROVENANCE: Central Maine Private Collection. CONDITION: Rugs retains full pile. Color as previously noted. Losses to end fringe, otherwise good. 49995-10 (400-600) – Lot 2471
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2472
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$5,628.75 |
FINE KIRMAN PALACE CARPET, SOUTH PERSIA.
Third quarter 20th Century. The large central Arabesque medallion on an ivory field within a large yet delicate floral scrolling border in pastel shades of blues, greens and pink. SIZE: 11’6″ x 21’3″. PROVENANCE: From Private Home. CONDITION: Very good overall with nearly a full pile. 49704-1 (1,200-1,800) – Lot 2472
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2473
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$118.50 |
CHIPPENDALE PINE SLANT-LID WRITING DESK ON FRAME.
Fourth quarter 18th Century, New England. Nice example in two parts with simulated mahogany grained decoration. The upper dovetailed case with sloping hinged lid opening to a storage well with molded edges fitted to the rectangular lower case within a molded frame. The case with pull-out writing slide above a single long drawer with molded edge raised on square legs joined by box stretcher. SIZE: 48-1/2″ h x 38″ w x 25″ d. CONDITION: With old intact surfaces, the hinged lid in red paint and the case of simulated graining as noted. Two wood knobs original. Small losses and abrasion from in use wear, otherwise good. 49922-28 (800-1,200) – Lot 2473
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2474
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$829.50 |
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY CHEST OF DRAWERS.
Last quarter 18th-Century, possibly Charleston, SC. The rectangular top with applied and molded edge above the conforming case fitted with four long, graduated drawers on a molded base raised on shaped bracket feet with original brass bails and escutcheons. SIZE: 35-1/2″ h x 35″ case width x 36-1/2″ overall w x 20-1/2″ d. CONDITION: With old if not original surface and original backboards, rosehead nails. Yellow pine secondary wood throughout case. 49922-35 (800-1,200) – Lot 2474
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2475
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$355.50 |
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY OPEN ARM EASY CHAIR.
Fourth quarter 18th Century, New England. Rectangular canted back joined to horizontal arm rests on in-curved supports, centering the trapezoidal seat rail. Raised on square legs joined by rectangular box stretcher, the rear legs back swept. CONDITION: The chair frame, stripped of upholstery, retains original finished surfaces, now with dark color and patina. Structurally very good. 49922-21 (800-1,200) – Lot 2475
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2476
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$829.50 |
TWO QUEEN ANNE CANDLESTANDS.
Fourth quarter 18th century, New England. 1) Walnut candlestand with cabriole legs with ridged center line and pad feet, with waisted urn shaft and stationary square top. 2) Cherry Queen Anne candlestand. Cabriole legs, swelled and ring-turned shaft and drop pendant turning below legs on shaft. Legs secured with pins into mortises into shaft. Two board top joined with biscuits. SIZE: 1) 26-3/4″ t x 16-1/2″ l x 16-1/8″ w. 2) 25″ t x 16″ w x 15-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: 1) Intact original condition with tack evidence on underside of cloth over covering at one time. Top reset to cleats with new holes due to shrinkage, repaired fracture to one leg. Old refinish. 2) Pleasing old surface with considerable wear to undersides of feet. 49476-44 (800-1,200) – Lot 2476
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2477
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$414.75 |
QUEEN ANNE STYLE ANTIQUE CORNER SHELF.
Shaped side corner shelf has 5 shelves tapering down and up from middle shelf. Square nail construction with supporting screws, dark brown stain. SIZE: 48″ h x 10-1/2″ w (from corner). CONDITION: Small chip loss at top, otherwise very good. 49922-70 (700-900) – Lot 2477
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2478
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$5,036.25 |
FINE PICTORAL SAMPLER BY EMILY J. CRARY, 1840.
Sampler having a central scene of two houses flanking a school building with large trees. Framed in a cut corner blue and white thread border, below which is stitched “The Flower Which Innocence Unveils Is One Eternal Rose And When Oppressed By Stormy Gales More Beautiful It Blows Wrought By Emily J. Crary, Aged 10 yrs 1840, Was Born May 15, 1830, Frances Bedent Instrs.” The whole surrounded by a colorful vine of flowers and symbols. Also included at top is an urn of flowers and below a tree with bird. Housed in an antique burl decorated frame behind glass. On reverse is family history indicating the Crary’s descended from William Brewster of the Mayflower, also history of Emily indicates she married Oliver Davis of Preston City, CT, and is buried in the Preston City Cemetery, and Frances Bedent, born 1823 in Preston, CT, and buried in the Yantic, CT, cemetery. SIZE: Needlework 19″ x 16-3/4″. Overall 21-1/4″ x 19″. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Consistent age toning across needlework, fading, otherwise very good. 49476-22 (800-1,200) – Lot 2478
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2479
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$948.00 |
WROUGHT IRON CANDLESTAND BY DOUG RYAN.
Late 20th century; reproduction of 1760-70 style candlestand, spring system double candle holders with brass fixtures & finial. SIZE: 64-1/2″ t. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good. 49476-51 (500-700) – Lot 2479
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2480
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$355.50 |
FIREPLACE EQUIPMENT INCLUDING: ANDIRONS, FENDER AND TOOLS.
1st half 19th century. 1) Pair of 15″ h x 16-1/2″ l, antique urn top brass andirons, brass fronts having large urn with lemon top, supported by square plinth and 2 spurred Queen Anne cabriole legs. 2) 15″ h x 48″ w, wire and brass fireplace fender, brass topped rail supporting 3 turned brass finials, nice decorative wire work. 3-4) 31″ l, antique pair of urn topped brass fireplace tongs and shovel, along with a modern 17″ broom. SIZE: As noted above. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Very good. 49476-103 (800-1,200) – Lot 2480
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2481
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$59.25 |
LEATHER DOME TOP TRUNK.
First quarter of 19th century, Northern New England or New York state. Leather dome top trunk has tack decoration and initials S.W. on front panel in tacks. Materials are pine and white wood with leather and tack covering exterior, interior with old wall paper. SIZE: 26″ l x 13-1/4″ t x 14″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon of Old Lyme, CT. Includes handwritten genealogical history. CONDITION: Fair condition with losses to leather, overall. Rare leather hinges no longer viable, one leather handle present but detached and one missing. 49476-116 (100-125) – Lot 2481
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2482
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$177.75 |
ANTIQUE BRASS TACK DECORATED CARRIAGE TRUNK.
Round flat bottom trunk having leather hinged lid with wallpaper interior. Original lock and key present. Brass tack decorated on edges with top having T B P. 2 bail carrying handles on sides. SIZE: 10-1/2″ h x 24″ w x 12″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Tofolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: One leather hinge replaced, some insect damage, otherwise good. 49476-118 (50-60) – Lot 2482
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2483
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$355.50 |
BLUE AND WHITE DECORATED WINCANTON OR LAMBETH FLOWER BRICK.
Mid 18th century, England. Rectangular brick having 3 rows of 7 holes on a tray type top, sides decorated with leaf branches, having border of circles and crosses. SIZE: 3-1/2″ h x 5-1/4″ w x 2-3/4″ d. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Repairs and chips to top edge, several small chips to base, otherwise good. 49476-26 (500-600) – Lot 2483
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2484
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$355.50 |
PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE TIN GLAZED URBAN WARE APOTHECARY JARS.
Mid 18th century, probably Netherlands. Decoration vine wreath with 2 flowers. SIZE: 9-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: Estate of Siro R. Toffolon, of Old Lyme, CT. CONDITION: Both bases with several chips, small and large, 1 with chip to glaze on inner rim, otherwise very good. 49476-102 (350-450) – Lot 2484
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