Fairfield, ME ~ August 25-28, 2015. Billed as the auction event of the summer, this amazing sale did not disappoint! With over 2,600 lots of world-class fine and decorative arts, antiques, folk art, Asian articles, historical items and archives on offer, Julia’s was all abuzz with almost 800 house bidders and 5,000 online bidders from 53 countries throughout the course of the four day event. After the hammer fell for the last time, 57 lots realized $10K or above. In addition, over 14 lots realized $25K or more, and 3 lots broke the six figure mark!

Day one hit the ground running with 450 lots of remarkable paintings and sculpture. Bidders were ringing the doorbell on a gorgeous Gloucester Doorway painting with provenance by Maine artist Abbott Fuller Graves, which was estimated at $20,000-40,000 and sold for $59,250. Other highlights included “Der Menschen Frosser” by German artist Friedrich Wilhelm Kuhnert (estimated at $150,000-200,000, sold for $165,900;) “St. Patricks” by Guy Wiggins (estimated at $10,000-15,000, sold for $16,590;) “Boats off Rockport” by Max Kuehne (estimated at $7,000-10,000, sold for $20,145;) an unsigned 18th/19th century Florentine School painting entitled “Death of the Virgin” (estimated at $5,000-7,000, sold for $22,515;) and Edgar Alwin Payne’s “Glacier, Sierra Mountains, ” which was estimated at $20,000-40,000 and sold for $23,700. Notably, an outstanding collection of over two dozen paintings by Waldo Peirce – acquired directly from the artist’s daughter – brought in almost $70,000.

Fine bronzes also weighed in heavily as part of the auction’s first day highlights. Enthusiasts climbed every mountain for leading Carl Rungius’ “Big Horn Ram” which was estimated at $125,000-175,000 and sold for $225,150. One lucky bidder feathered their nest with Paul Manship’s extraordinary “Adjutant Stork,” which was estimated at $30,000-50,000 and sold for $50,362.50.

Auction days two and three featured 1,300 lots of fine antiques, furniture, and accessories at center stage. Clock and furniture sales highlights include a Chippendale block-and-shell carved Goddard Townsend mahogany tall case clock which sold for $47,400 and a Chippendale Cherry Highboy from a private Maine home, which was estimated at $10,000-15,000, and sold for $19,552.50. The needle in the haystack for these categories was most definitely a 19th century American Empire Mahogany Sewing Stand, which was estimated at $800-1,200 and sold for $17,775.

This auction had a fantastic array of lighting and silver, and equally luminous results for these decorative item categories. Enthusiasts turned the switch on a Tiffany Studios Acorn hanging lamp (estimated at $10,000-15,000, sold for $11,850;) and a fine Handel reverse painted scenic table lamp, which was estimated at $3,000-5,000, and sold for $10,665. One silver collector took a shine to a remarkable 6 piece Tiffany Chrysanthemum pattern tea and coffee service, which was estimated at $10,000-20,000 and sold for $23,700.

Buyers looking to deck their halls – with the finest folk art, paintings, and posters that is – certainly left happy from this sale. A recently discovered ship portrait by Fitz Hugh Lane – which was featured in a recent New York Times article – also made headlines when it realized $118,500 at this sale. An exceptionally rare Peugeot automobile broadside By Rene Vincent, estimated at $8,000-10,000, ruled the road at $20,145. And everyone was floored when a folk art hooked rug entitled, “Always Save The Women First,” estimated at $2,000-3,000 finally realized $16,590 after an enthusiastic bidding battle.

Other fine categories featured during the second and third days of this momentous sale included Native American and historical items, motorcycles, and weathervanes. Highlights of these specialty categories included a Plains Buffalo Hide Box and Border Robe (estimated at $1,500-2,500, sold for $9,480;) a spectacular 19th Century Gold Encrusted Caucasian Shashka (estimated at $8,000-12,000, sold for $24,885;) and a fabulous American/Confederate 13 star American flag from the estate collection of John W. Armiger, Jr., which was estimated at $20,000-30,000, and sold for $31,995. A 1916 Harley Davidson from the estate collection of Michael Urioste, estimated at $3,000-6,000, got motorcycle collectors’ engines revving when it realized over $22,000. And buyers certainly had the wind blowing in the right direction when it came to the fine selection of weathervanes available through this sale, with the tornado being a Fiske full body New Jersey Steer which was estimated at $25,000-35,000 and sold for $52,732.50.

Julia’s fourth and final auction day was dedicated to Asian Art, and realized over $1.2 million in sales. These results leave no room for doubt that Julia’s remains the emerging leader in this most important area.

Artwork and paintings were featured prominently during the Asian portion of this auction. Collectors clearly got the warm and fuzzies from Leonard T. Foujita’s “Book of Cats,” which was estimated at $10,000-15,000 and sold for $32,587.50. Another official highlight was a portrait of a Hong Merchant of the 3rd rank, which surpassed its low estimate by a factor of 9 and realized $18,960.

Julia’s selection of decorative jades, porcelains, Peking glass, and cloisonné on offer were second to none, and buyers could not get enough of these precious Asian items. A white jade carved covered vase with elephant mask handles, estimated at $15,000-20,000, made for a memorable sale at $17,290. Porcelain highlights included a large painted famille rose tripod censer with raised handles (estimated at $30,000-50,000, sold for $ 35,550;) a finely painted famille rose moon flask (estimated at $3,000-5,000, sold for $44,437.50;) and several examples of Ge-Type porcelains, with the finest being a Hu Form Vase. This petite treat, estimated at $3,000-5,000, realized a huge $25,477.50! This sales event also offered over 30 lots of jewel toned Peking glass. Perhaps the most unique item in this category was a pair of ruby red glass ritual disks; they were estimated at $500-700 but circled back to realize almost $8,100! And a five-piece cloisonné enameled garniture set, estimated at $16,000-30,000, caught the eye of a most discerning collector to realize $18,960.

According to Bill Gage, James D. Julia’s Fine Art, Asian, and Antique Division, “It was great to see strength and buyer’s interest across the diverse categories offered during our four day sales event. Our team worked extremely hard on behalf of our consignors and customers, and I do think the results speak for themselves. Our next will be held in February, 2016, and my department is already accepting consignments for this much anticipated sales event. ”
About James D. Julia, Inc.:

James D. Julia, Inc., one of the top ten antique auction antique houses in North America, is headquartered in Fairfield, Maine. The company also has an office in Woburn, Massachusetts. In business for over 45 years, the company conducts high-end antique, collectible, and decorative arts auctions throughout the year. Julia’s has routinely establishes new world records through its sales events. The company consists of three key divisions, including rare firearms and militaria; fine and Asian art and antiques; and lamps and glass. Each division is regarded for its excellence and is staffed with world-class specialists to insure fair and professional authentication, identification, and valuation services. For more information on James D. Julia, Inc., please visit www.jamesdjulia.com.

Contact:
Bill Gage
Department Head, Fine Art, Asian, and Antiques Division
James D. Julia, Inc.
207-453-7125
BGage@JamesDJulia.com

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James D. Julia, Inc. 3-Day Fall Firearms Auction will include and introduce their new Sporting & Collector Firearms Session – James D. Julia, Inc., the world’s leading firearms auctioneer, will conduct their Fall Firearms Auction on October 5th-7th with a preview on October 1st and 2nd. The first session on October 5th will be the inaugural Sporting and Collector Firearms auction and will include over 730 fine and outstanding firearms in the more affordable range of $2,000-$8,000. For years, Julia’s has distinguished itself as selling more high-end, expensive, rare firearms than any other firearms auction house on Earth. Now with the new Sporting & Collector Session which begins on October 5th, our sales will also include more affordable firearms. Julia’s has also distinguished themselves as selling more high-end, iconic collections than any other auction house and their 3-day Fall extravaganza tops all the previous; representing at least 18 major collectors and collections.

The October 5th sale is very strong in quality sporting arms. A beautiful Parker VE Grade is estimated at $12,500-17,500. A fine Remington 1100 Grade F Four Skeet Set carries an estimate of $8,000-12,000; and an A.H. Fox AE Grade 16 ga. Special is estimated at $8,000-12,000. A gorgeous High Art Ithaca Dollar Grade Knick Model Single Barrel Trap gun is one of the many superb Trapguns to be offered in this session. This one carries a presale estimate of $6,000-10,000. Fine international shotguns and double rifles will also be strongly represented in this sale including a custom Gold Inlaid Krieghoff Model 32 estimated at $10,000-20,000.

The first session will feature a number of items from the Phil A. Bleakney Estate Collection including Winchester, Colt, and Civil War items. A group of exceptional Civil War carbines includes a Minty Green Breech Loading Carbine estimated at $4,000-6,000. A private single owner collection of Colt Semi-Automatic Pistols include a very rare 1907 US Army Test Pistol estimated at $10,000-15,000. The Rod Fuller Estate Collection of High Grade Brownings will be strongly featured together with the William Henkel Collection of Winchester Mod 70’s and a portion of the superb Robert Burg Collection of Outstanding Sporting Arms. Various Winchesters will include a very fine Model 1894, estimated at $7,000-11,000, and an extraordinarily fine Model 42 Gold Inlaid Walter Kolouch engraved 410 ga. shotgun, lot #1457, estimated at $7,500-10,000. Another important engraved Henry rifle includes history of having been owned by Civil War General McCook and was later gifted to King Kalakaua of Hawaii and later to Princess Kawananakoa. This terrific gun from the Land of Pineapples is estimated at $150,000-250,000.

The second session of the auction begins Tuesday, October 6th and concludes on Wednesday, October 7th. This 2-day session will feature the rare, expensive, and historically important guns Julia’s has come to be known for. This two day event features selections from some of the finest collections and estates on the planet, including the Estate collection of William West of Big Bore Double Rifles, The Estate Collection of Noted Author/Scholar Larry Baer together with rare Sporting guns from the Bura Collection and the Fuller Collection, an Important Private Collection of High Quality Marlins, and many others. The remarkable items on offer from these collections and this overall event are certain to attract the attention of collectors, historians, and museums, and will again help to cement Julia’s position as the leading fine firearms auction house in the world.

The first day of the Extraordinary Firearms auction includes a spectacular assembly of sporting arms. Two Fabbri Titanium Action Pinless Sidelock Ejector Single Trigger O/U Game or Pigeon Guns are each estimated at $100,000-150,000; a Stunning Custom Ordered Pair of Grifnee Engraved Holland and Holland Royal Deluxe Sidelocks are estimated at $85,000-125,000; and a Sublime Masterpiece of Functional Sporting Art, the Exceptional Ken Hunt Relief Sculpted James Purdey .410 Sidelock Ejector is estimated at $80,000-120,000.

This Extraordinary Firearms auction has probably the largest selection of high grade Brownings to come to auction ever! Over 100 fine examples from this important manufacturer are represented. Many are from the exceptional Rod Fuller estate – all are remarkable in their own ways. Highlights include an Extraordinary Original Two Millionth Browning Auto-5 Presentation at $65,000-95,000; a 20 Gauge Browning Diana Grade Superposed Three Barrel Set Engraved By Dewil estimated at $12,500-17,500; and an Early .410 Gauge Browning Diana Grade Superposed Engraved By Watrin, estimated at $7,500-12,500.

There’s certain to be huge interest in this auction’s fine collection of large sporting and big bore rifles. It’s impossible not to notice a Humongous Holland and Holland Four Bore Double Elephant Rifle in outstanding condition. This extremely rare firearm is estimated at $60,000-90,000. Other highlights include an Incredible Golden Age Holland and Holland Royal Deluxe Hammerless Ejector Double Rifle in .577 Nitro Express, Most Likely Made For His Highness Sir Rana Ranjit Singhji Of the State Of Barwani (estimated at $60,000-100,000;) a Royal Hammerless Dangerous Game Double Rifle (estimated at $45,000-65,000;) a Fine Holland and Holland 8 Bore Ball and Shot Double Hammer Gun, (estimated at $70,000-90,000) and more.

A John Rigby .470 Boxlock Ejector Double Rifle was once owned by Philip H. Percival, Noted As “The Dean of African Professional Hunters,” Percival Inspired Hemingway’s Character “Pop” in “Green Hills Of Africa.” Philip Percival guided Teddy Roosevelt, Baron Rothschild, and Ernest Hemingway, among many other celebrities, on hunting adventures. Percival also worked with Bror Blixen – Finecke, and was the mentor of Harry Selby. Hemingway also modeled the fictional hunter, Robert Wilson, in “The Short Happy Life with Francis Macomber” after Percival; his Rigby will carry an estimated of $75,000-150,000.

Tuesday’s sale will also include spectacular factory engraved Marlins. Many are from a single owner private collection. A Rare Engraved and Gold Inlaid Marlin Mod 1898 D-Grade Shotgun Two Barrel Set is estimated at $55,000-75,000. Other marvelous Marlins include the Extraordinarily Rare, One of a Kind Engraved and Gold Inlaid Model 39A Donated to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (estimated at $45,000-65,000) and an Exceptionally Rare Probably One of a Kind Deluxe Engraved Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle with Cheekpiece, (estimated at $45,000-65,000.) Single Shot Rifles include an Extremely Rare Developmental Pistol Grip Rigby Model Marlin Ballard Single Shot Target Rifle That Belonged to Famed Shooter, HG Bixby with One of His Silver Trophies, estimated at $20,000-30,000. Also from the famous Dr. Richard Labowskie Collection is a very fine and rare early Sharps #1 Creedmoor rifle estimated $25,000-35,000.

Wednesday, October 7th will include over 800 fabulous lots and start with wonderful Winchesters, a One of a Kind Engraved Deluxe Winchester Mod 1866 Carbine Made for King Alphonso XII of Spain. This exceptionally fine example with full Spanish Royal family provenance is estimated at $200,000-300,000. Another highlight is most certainly an Extraordinarily Rare and Important Winchester Model 1865 “Patent Carbine” Serial Number 3. This examples is “the first true production Winchester firearm,” with total production of 700, and is a NRA silver medal estimated at $125,000-$175,000. A Very Early Winchester Model 1876 Open Top Rifle That Belonged to Famous Sioux Indian Chief Sitting Bull is estimated at $35,000-55,000. From the Bleakney Estate Collection is an extremely rare 1873 rifle in very fine condition and should bring easily $15,000-25,000. From the Dr. Ed Lewis Collection is a fine special order inscribed Mod 73 Deluxe estimated at $15,000-25,000, as well as a number of volcanic rifles and other rare models, many with original case coloring.

Quality Colts are also a standard at Julia Auctions. An Extremely Rare Cased Baby Paterson is estimated at $150,000-250,000. However, the most important historic Colts in the sale are the cased pair of Mod 1860 Armies to Col. James Cameron, “Compliments of Col. Colt.” Colt was an entrepreneur extraordinaire and at the outbreak of the Civil War presented special Colts to all the right people. Cameron was Commander of the 79th N.Y. Highlander, later K.I.A. at Bull Run but most importantly to Colt was his brother Simeon Cameron, who was Lincoln’s Secretary of War; Simeon also received a cased set from Colt. James’ rare cased set is estimated at $100,000-150,000. Additional highlights include a Fine Cased Colt 3rd Model Dragoon with a Very Rare 8″ Barrel (estimated at $60,000-90,000;) a Fabulous Cased Colt Model 1851 Navy estimated at $55,000-$75,000, and many more. Also included are a number of fine Colt Single Actions. Many are from the Bleakney Estate, one of which is an exceptional early Nimschke engraved SA with ivory grips and extremely fine condition. It carries a presale estimate of $40,000-60,000. A scarce etch paneled front SA in fine to very fine condition carries a $35,000-50,000 estimate. One of the most valuable Colts, however, is a rare Model 1875 Gatling gun on carriage with limber in caliber 50cf. This outstanding and rare Gatling gun comes from an old private collection with a presale estimate of $200,000-300,000.

Civil War and Indian War weapons are also another area in which Julia’s has regularly and consistently presented some of the most outstanding items to ever come to auction. Included in this sale is the Confederate Collection of well-known Confederate collector, Jim Maconkey. Known for his discerning taste, Mr. Maconkey’s extremely rare early New Orleans Cook rifle, SN 197, carries a presale estimate of $25,000-35,000. Another standout is his extremely rare and extremely fine, C.H. Rigdon CSA marked revolver estimated at $40,000-60,000. In addition to outstanding firearms, the Maconkey Collection also includes a select group of outstanding Confederate fighting knives or Bowie knives. His unique brass hilted identified, “T.L. Pruett” Prattville Alabama made D-Guard Bowie knife is estimated at $20,000-25,000. Select items from other fine collections include a rare Confederate Texas made Dance revolver, SN 46, having an inlaid silver Texas star in the stock. It is from the Ron Bridges Collection pictured in North-South Trader article, Vol. I, #5. It carries a presale estimate of $45,000-65,000. Important Confederate flags will include a fine and most important historic Army of Northern Virginia Battle Flag carried by Tucker’s Naval Brigade at the Battle of Sailor’s Creek. These marines were under none other than Robert E. Lee. The flag at one time was in the Mariner’s Museum in Wilmington, NC. The flag comes to sale and presents an extraordinary opportunity for the most advanced of Confederate vexillologists. It carries a presale estimate of $125,000-250,000. A Henry inscribed to Confederate Colonel Dudley W. Jones of the 9th Texas Cavalry is estimated at $70,000-100,000.

In addition to the McConkey Confederate knives, there are a fabulous grouping from the John Ashworth Collection. One of the most notable is the Confederate Bowie made at Etowah Iron Works in Georgia identified to Captain E. M. Seago complete with its original scabbard. This phenomenal knife is estimated at $40,000-60,000. The Ashworth Collection includes a small but very select grouping of these rare knives. His “Confederate States Armory” Clip Point D-Guard Bowie is probably one of the finest known and an early 19th century label indicating that it was picked up on the battlefield of Ilka, MS by Major E. H. Smith of the 105th Illinois. This carries an estimate of $20,000-30,000. Also an extremely rare and fine early American silver mounted guardless “Coffin Hilt” Bowie knife in original scabbard was recently discovered and fresh to the market. There are very few of these 1830 vintage American Bowie knives that have survived and this is a recent discovery carrying a conservative presale estimate of only $20,000-30,000.

Also included is a variety of other interesting and historical lots such as a rare historic bow of the famous Lakota Sioux Chief Gall. Gall was Custer’s chief Indian scout. The bow is estimated at $20,000-40,000. A few very select advertising items include the original water color artwork for Iver-Johnson’s 1906 calendar depicting a beautiful equestrian female leaping a fence. This spectacular piece of original artwork at one time hung in the offices of Iver-Johnson and carries a presale estimate of $15,000-20,000. Another extraordinarily rare piece of advertising is the 1904 Harrington & Richardson calendar. This is one of only two known such calendars and in outstanding condition it carries a presale estimate of $15,000-20,000.

This sale will also include more of the famous Elliott Burka Collection of rare Remingtons. Elliott probably had the biggest collection of rare Remington Cane Guns in existence. This sale will include and extremely rare Remington Coral Gutta Percha Cane Gun conservatively estimated at $7,500-9,500. This is one of only a couple known to exist.

In past auctions, Julia’s set and reset the world record for Kentucky rifles sold at auction and while this auction does not include any world records there are nice quality guns including the incise carved Curly Maple Kentucky by G. Feder pictured in plate 61 of Joe Kindig’s Collection. This fine gun originally in the Kindig Collection is estimated at $18,000-25,000. Also an incredible near mint cased pair of LePage percussion large bore holster pistols with raised gold and silver inlay carries a presale estimate of $35,000-50,000.

The latter part of Wednesday’s sale will include some outstanding Military and Class III items and will feature a historically important Colt SMG 3 Machine gun fully transferable in caliber 308. This is the very gun which was held back by Colt in the “Pattern Room”. In outstanding condition, an ultimate rarity for any collector of Class III. It is estimated at $150,000-250,000. The final offering of the Evergreen Ventures Collection formerly on loan to the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum in McKinnville, OR includes a Nazi proof WWII ZB-26 machine gun with a presale estimate of $13,000-18,000. Also included in this category is an outstanding DWM Brass Maxim on original tripod with carriage wheels. In near excellent condition, it is estimated at $35,000-45,000.
This sale includes more treasures from the renowned Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess Collection of Zurich, Switzerland. An extraordinary SN 30, 1899-00 Swiss/UK Trials prototype Luger rig is estimated at $60,000-90,000. An impressive and rare Gabbet-Fairfax Mars M1901 pistol with an extraordinarily rare original holster comes to the auction with a presale estimate of $40,000-60,000. A group of rare and desirable Colt semi-auto pistols will also be featured in this sale. From the William Smith Collection is an extremely rare Navy Contract Mod 1900 in very fine to extremely fine condition estimated at $17,500-27,500. From the Collection of Marion Williams is a rare Springfield Model 1903 Mark 1 with very rare Mark 1 Petersen device. In great condition, it carries a very conservative presale estimate of $10,000-15,000. Perhaps one of the more interesting military items in Wednesday’s session will be the fantastic Cold War/Vietnam Era M59 Armored Personnel carrier. In excellent condition, it is a truly unique piece of Militaria. Just what you need to get your kids safely to school with an estimate of only $60,000-80,000, about the price of a new Chevy Suburban.

For more information contract James D. Julia’s at 207.453.7125 and ask for Department Head, Francis Lombardi or Wes Dillon. Or contact us via email at FLombardi@jamesdjulia.com. An impressive three volume lavish color set of catalogs is available; one for each day. The price is $39/each or all three for $100.00. Auction preview days include Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 2nd, 3rd, & 4th from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and days of sale, 8.00 am to 10.00 am. The Auction is scheduled for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, October 5th, 6th, & 7th starting at 10.00 am each day. The auction will be held at James D. Julia’s auction facilities at Route 201 in Fairfield, Maine.

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	Lot #3207, Exceptional early Nimschke engraved Colt SA from the Philip Bleakney Estate Collection. In extremely fine condition, estimated at $40,000-60,000.
	Lot #3354, the unique Army of Northern Virginia Battle Flag of Confederate Marines under Robert E. Lee. This great rarity was formerly in the Mariners Museum in Wilmington, NC. It was captured at the Battle of Sailor’s Creek. Estimate: $125,000-250,000.
	Lot #2222, the Philip H. Percival’s John Rigby 470 double rifle who inspired Hemingway’s character, “Pop”, in “Greenhills of Africa”. Percival guided T. Roosevelt, Baron Rothschild, and Ernest Hemingway. This rare and historic double rifle is estimated at $75,000-125,000.
	Lot #3143, Cased Set of M 1860 Colts presented to James Cameron, Commander of the 79th N.Y. Highlanders, KIA at Bull Run. The guns were inscribed to “Col. James Cameron with compliments of Col. Colt”. Cameron was the brother of Simeon Cameron, Lincoln’s Secretary of War who also received a set from Col. Colt. These historic and important rarities carry an estimate of $100,000-150,000.
	The Largest Collection of Fine Browning Olympian Rifles ever offered at auction from the Rod Fuller Estate Collection”. All in their original boxes, most are estimated in the $6,000-9,000 range each.
	Lot #3006, a rare engraved Henry to American Civil War General, Edward McCook, later presented to King Kalakaua of Hawaii and then to Princess Kawananakoa, estimate $150,000-250,000.
	Lot #3250, Rare and outstanding Colt Model 1875 Gatling gun on Carriage with Limber. Presale estimate $200,000-300,000.
	Lot #3740, the historically important Colt CMG 3 Machine Gun” (fully transferable in caliber 308). This exact important and historical gun was held back by Colt in their “Pattern Room” when they tested the design of the CMG-3. In outstanding condition and a unique one of a kind piece and certainly one of the finest investment pieces of Class III one can hope to find, it carries a presale estimate of $150,000-250,000.

By Mike Fredericks, Department Head

Every once in a while, when talking with a potential consignor with a great piece, I hear those dreaded words “…this piece should probably be sold in New York.” This is the ‘Old-School ‘ notion that a rare or valuable piece will automatically bring more money if sold at one of the New York auction houses. While name recognition carries a certain mystique, the fact is that wherever the piece sells, the seller wants the greatest financial return from the auction process, and New York may not be the place to get that. What do I mean? Let’s take a $50,000 item and look at the potential from both the Buyer and Seller sides.

On the Seller’s side, a $50,000 item at James D. Julia’s is going to qualify for a 0% sellers commission, and a 1% Insurance charge. No questions, no haggling. There will be no photography fee, no cataloging fee, no handling fee, and in most cases, we pick the items up in our truck with our employees at no additional charge. If the item sells at $50,000 the seller receives $49,500.

That same item sold in New York City will most likely be at least 10% commission (-$5000), there will be photography and cataloging fees (-$500+/-), and there is a good chance you may have to ship the item to them or pay their transportation fees(-$300+/-). The net result is a check for $44,500 minus your cost of shipping. Even if the item sold 10% higher in New York, the seller would STILL net more money in their pocket at Julia’s, because our commission rates are more competitive and we have no additional fees! I don’t know too many people that wouldn’t want to have the additional $5000 in their own pocket, rather than the auction house’s pocket.

On the Buyer’s side, nearly all auction companies charge a Buyer’s Premium. Most of the New York houses average 23%, while James D. Julia charges 18.5%. This means that a bidder at Julia’s can actually bid higher and pay less total money. On that same $50,000 hammer price, the New York buyer will pay $61,500, while at Julia’s they will pay $59,250, again allowing the customer to keep more of their money.

Think it’s our imagination? Not long ago, we had a call from a gentleman who offered the beautiful Tiffany Studios Nasturtium Chandelier seen above at a New York house for $70,000-$90,000. The piece was on the cover of their catalog but did not sell. Net return to the seller was $0.00. We took that same piece for consignment six month later and sold the piece for $91,125. Great items with conservative and realistic estimates bring great results, and Julia’s is the venue that keeps the greatest net return in the customer’s pocket. Contact us today to be included in our upcoming Fall 2015 sale.

Fairfield, ME ~ August 25-28, 2015. It’s the event that collectors and connoisseurs have waited all season for – James D. Julia’s annual August Fine Art, Asian, & Antiques auction! James D. Julia Auctioneers, led by President and long-time industry leader Jim Julia, has been in business for almost five decades. This $6 million dollar summer sale, now in its 35th year, is a signature event for the company and is one of the largest summer auctions in North America. This 2,500 lot event is so large in scope and quality that it has been extended from three days to four; it promises to offer an astonishing array of world class fine and decorative arts, antiques, folk art, Asian articles, historical items and archives, and a few breathtaking surprises as well.

This can’t miss event features many one-of-a-kind, rare, and museum quality items from collections and estates from every corner of the planet. Highlights include the Rodney G. Fuller collection of Native American artifacts from western Nebraska, the John W. Armiger Jr. collection of early American flags and political ephemera from Baltimore, Maryland; the Michael Urioste estate collection of fine antiques from Gadsden, Alabama; and the third installment of precious and rare Asian items from the Estate Collection of a Renowned Taiwanese Diplomatic Family (Cai Wanjun, Xu Shaochang, & Ye Gongchao). This auction also offers many top-calibre items from private estates and collections from both here and abroad.

Day one hits the ground running with 450 lots of remarkable paintings and sculpture. About 300 different artists are represented overall. Can’t miss works on canvas include a gorgeous Gloucester Doorway painting with provenance by Maine artist Abbott Fuller Graves (estimated at $20,000-40,000); “Rockport, Mass. 1936 No. 3” by Cape Ann School Artist William Glackens (estimated at $175,000-250,000); “Der Menschen Frosser” by German artist Friedrich Wilhelm Kuhnert (estimated at $150,000-200,000); and approximately 25 paintings by Waldo Peirce – sometimes referred to as “the American Renoir” – acquired directly from the artist’s daughter.

Fine bronzes also play a heavy role in the auction’s debut day. Julia’s is honored to offer Edgar Degas’ masterpiece – “Danseuse Agrafant L’epaullette De Son Corsage” (#64D). This bronze was gifted to and descended through our consignor’s family from Justin Thannhauser, the influential German art dealer. To our knowledge, this bronze has never previously been offered at auction. It is estimated at $150,000-250,000. Other highlights include leading wildlife artist Carl Rungius’ “Big Horn Ram,” accompanied with full documentation and provenance (estimated at $125,000-175,000) and American sculptor Paul Manship’s extraordinary “Adjutant Stork,” estimated at $30,000-50,000. Overall, about 30 bronze artists are represented in Julia’s summer sales event, including outstanding examples from Demetre Chiparus, Georg Kolbe and Jud Hartmann.

Auction days two and three feature over 1,300 lots fine antiques, furniture, and accessories at center stage. There is truly something for everyone amongst these carefully curated and fully cataloged selections.

Looking to feather your nest with the most desirable antique clocks, furniture, lighting, rugs, folk art, and accessories? This auction offers a fantastic array of decorative and functional items for your summer cottage, winter palace or both!

This event features almost a dozen important clocks; two of the finest include a Chippendale block-and-shell carved Goddard Townsend mahogany tall case clock by Thomas Claggert (estimated at $70,000-150,000) and a Classical Revival carved mahogany tall case clock, with a movement By Walter Durfee (estimated at $5,500-7,500).

Antique furniture highlights include a magnificent Chippendale cherry highboy from a private Maine home (estimated at $10,000-15,000) and a Chippendale cherry secretary bookcase (estimated at $5,000-7,000). Painted furniture is also well represented in this sale. Highlights to please every “palette” include a finely painted decorated dowry chest, a stepback grain painted dish cupboard, and an absolutely charming hand decorated antique Ohio pie safe. And, for clients interested in more contemporary furniture, this sale will not disappoint with a selection of George Nakashima furniture, including a freeform coffee table (estimated at $8,000-10,000) and a matching set of six chairs and a dining table with ties to the prominent Asian art dealer Alice Bonney (estimated at $8,000-12,000).

Now it’s time to shine a little light on this auction’s wonderful lamp offerings. Julia’s August sale will feature selections from the most famous and desirable lighting manufacturers, including a grouping of outstanding lamps from a coastal Maine home. Enthusiasts will be aglow over a marvelous green Tiffany Studios Acorn hanging lamp (estimated at $10,000-15,000) and stunning burnt orange Acorn table lamp (estimated at $5,000-8,000) as well as a fine Handel reverse painted scenic table lamp (estimated at $3,000-5,000). First rate selections from Porcelli Studios and Pairpoint are also included in this sale.

Like all of Julia’s Fine Art, Asian & Antiques auctions, August’s event also features a fine selection of Oriental carpets and rugs. Can’t miss highlights include a fine antique Serapi (estimated at $5,000-7,000), handsome Sarouk (estimated at $3,500-4,500) and outstanding Kashan (estimated at $5,000-7,000).

Buyers looking to deck their halls – with the finest folk art and posters, that is – will delight in Julia’s broad selection of these fine items at their upcoming sale. Eye-catching highlights include two distinctive paintings of Mr. and Mr. Bush attributed to important 19th century folk artist Sheldon Peck (estimated at $10,000-15,000 for the pair); portraits of Captain Nathanial Holmes and Mrs. Nathanial Holmes by folk artist and portrait specialist William M. Prior (estimated at $10,000-20,000 for the pair); and two miniature portraits attributed to Rufus Porter, who in addition to his painting was also the founder of Scientific American magazine. These miniatures are estimated at $3,000-5,000 for the pair. This sale also offers a few magnificent pieces of nautically inspired folk art paintings, including examples from maritime artists Solon Francis Montecello Badger (estimated at $8,000-12,000); Antonio Nicolo Gasparo Jacobsen (estimated at $10,000-15,000); and a recently discovered ship portrait by Luminism master Fitz Hugh Lane (estimated at $150,000-200,000).

Exceptional posters in this sale include one of only a few known examples of a rare Peugeot automobile broadside by Rene Vincent (estimated at $8,000-10,000) as well as a framed poster of Georgia Graves, the Folies-Bergere dancer, by Paul Colin, considered one of France’s greatest poster artists. The Colin piece is estimated at $3,000-5,000.

Other fine categories featured during the second and third days of this momentous sale include silver, Native American items, and motorcycles. Collectors will undoubtedly take a shine to a 111 piece cased sterling silver “Acorn” flatware set by Georg Jensen (estimated at $6,000-9,000) and a 6 piece Tiffany Chrysanthemum pattern tea/coffee service (estimated at $10,000-20,000) as well as several other hot beverage services including an outstanding five piece sterling tea set by the Roger Williams Silver Company. Native American lots include a large quantity of beadwork, implements, arrowheads and other weaponry, textiles, and baskets. And, a 1916 Harley Davidson (estimated at $3,000-6,000) and a Shaw Motorized Bike (estimated at $5,000-7,000) will get motorcycle collectors’ engines revving.

This auction offers many remarkable items from famous and important Americans that will certainly catch the eye and attention of collectors, historians, and museums. One highlight is an archive of important documents from Amelia Earhart, the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean (estimated at $40,000-$50,000). The Earhart collection includes 105 telegrams primarily from June 3rd-June 20th, 1928 concerning her “Friendship Flight” from Newfoundland to South Wales across the Atlantic. This flight, in essence a race with rival Mabel Boll to become the first woman to cross the Atlantic in an airplane, brought Earhart immediate international recognition and celebrity. Other historical lots include a collection of World War II letters to and from “Dutch” Van Kirk, the Navigator of the Enola Gay, the B-29 bomber which dropped the first atomic bomb (estimated at $30,000-$50,000); and a series of General George Custer memorabilia lots, including badges, correspondence, a promissory note and a rare group of five Custer family autographed letters.

Also of great historical interest is the estate collection of John W. Armiger, Jr., from Baltimore, Maryland. This outstanding offering of early American flags, political ephemera, militaria, folk art, and decorative items is in itself a museum of the origins of our great country. Highlights from this collection include a rare Abraham Lincoln Free Frank Envelope and 1860 Jugate Lincoln and Hamlin Campaign Ferrotype, an American Revolutionary War powder horn engraved with “Elijah Sexton a Son of Liberty,” and a fabulous American/Confederate 13 star American flag; this remarkable piece of American history is conservatively estimated at $20,000-30,000.

Collectors wanting to catch wind of a great offering of weathervanes don’t need to look any further than Julia’s August sale. Over 40 outstanding examples will be on offer. Key selections include an important Fiske full body short horn New Jersey Steer with full provenance (estimated at $25,000-35,000); a grasshopper with a marvelous verdigris patina from the Boston/Cape Cod area (estimated at $60,000-80,000); a rare and important figural winged Archer architectural roof ornament (estimated at $25,000-35,000); and two very fine eagle examples from the A.L. Jewell & Co. from Waltham, Massachusetts. Other highlights include a large hog from a Connecticut private collection, an appealing large-scale ram, a jockey riding a horse, and several other horses, among others.

The fourth and final day of Julia’s annual summer auction is dedicated to Asian Art. Julia’s is emerging as the go-to auction house in the United States for remarkable pan-Asian treasures including furniture, sculptures, paintings, jewelry, cloissone, jades and porcelain. This sales event, featuring over 850 fine Asian items, will only help to confirm Julia’s as a leader in these categories.

Once again, Julia’s is pleased to present another series of remarkable items from the Estate Collection of a Renowned Taiwanese Diplomatic Family (Cai Wanjun, Xu Shaochang, & Ye Gongchao). Rarities on offer include gorgeous jadeite and diamond jewelry – all with GIA certificates; fine furniture, including a set of nine matching chairs and large table; an inlaid parlor suite; museum quality bronzes; and remarkable quality porcelain, carvings, cloissone, and jades. One exceptional item from this estate is a very rare Chinese Zitan carved canopy bed, which is estimated at $60,000-80,000.

Other Asian furniture and large decorative highlights from day four of this auction include an unusual Zitan and red lacquer Kang table, estimated at $60,000-80,000; a carved dragon Huali table, estimated at $8,000-10,000; a red lacquer inlaid cabinet, estimated at $1,500-2,500; and an enormous pair of carved matching foo dogs, estimated at $800-1,200.

Scrolls, artwork, and thangkas are featured prominently during the Asian portion of this auction. Outstanding Asian paintings include “Imperial Hunt in a Palace Park” after Guiseppe Castiglione (estimated at $70,000-$80,000) and a scroll landscape painting by Hong Bo, estimated at $25,000-$30,000. Collectors just might get the warm and fuzzies from Leonard T. Foujita’s “Book of Cats”, 177/500, which is a complete bound set of 20 plates plus 3 additional loose ones; this is estimated at $10,000-15,000. These categories are rounded out with a fine offering of early Tibetan thangkas, highlighted by a finely painted example of the 11 headed Avalokiteśvara – one of the more widely revered bodhisattvas – which is estimated at $12,000-14,000.

Good things come to those who wait, and Julia’s selection of decorative jades, porcelains, Peking glass, and cloissone objects offered on the final day of this sale are second to none. Jade selections include many small collectible pendants, pebbles and snuff bottles; a large white He Tian jade pendant estimated at $35,000-50,000; a group of carvings from a South Carolina private collection; and several offerings of Guan Yin diamond encrusted jewelry. Porcelain offerings run the full gamut of domestic, ceremonial and ritual items dating from the Ming Dynasty thorugh the Republican period and 20th century, with a highlight most certainly being a large painted famile rose censer with raised handles. This big beauty is estimated at $30,000-50,000. This sales event offers several lovely examples of jewel toned Peking glass, including vases and bowls in both monochrome solid and multihued carved forms. Cloissone highlights include a spectular selection of obelisks, table screens, braziers, censers, cups, vases and kus. A five-piece cloisonné enameled garniture set, estimated at $16,000-30,000 is certain to catch the eye of the most discerning collectors.

Bronzes and Chinese trade selections represent the last, but hardly least, of the wonderful Asian lots in this sale. This event offers collectors a large variety of bronze censors, Buddhas, vases, and other traditional and ritual items. All eyes will be on a few key important Buddhist and Tibetan figures, like the seated figure of Tsougkhapa (estimated at $16,000-$20,000), gilt bronze standing Tara (estimated at $30,000-$50,000), lotus stand (estimated at $160,000-$180,000) and gilt bronze Vajrapani (estimated at $15,000-$25,000.) Chinese trade highlights include portrait of a Hong Merchant of the 3rd rank, several reverse paintings on glass, a large Canton porcelain footbath and a very fine decorated Chinosorie sewing table.

More information on James D. Julia’s outstanding four day August Summer Fine Art, Asian & Antiques auction can be found at www.jamesdjulia.com or calling 207-453-7125. Department Head Bill Gage and Assistant Department Heads Tony Greist and Katya Tilton welcome your questions and inquiries. They can be reached at bill.gage@jamesdjulia.com, tgreist@jamesdjulia.com and ktilton@jamesdjulia.com respectively. This auction is fully documented in two lavish, full-color, detailed and illustrated catalogs; they are available for $40 each. This event will host its preview on August 24th, 2015 from 9am-5pm. The actual auction will be held on August 25th, 26th, 27th and 28th and will begin at 10am sharp each day at Julia’s auction facilities at 203 Rt. 201 in Fairfield, Maine. We hope to see you there!

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	CARL CLEMENS MORITZ RUNGIUS (American, 1869-1959) BIG HORN SHEEP. (Est. 125,000-175,000)-Lot 1162
	FINELY PAINTED FAMILLE ROSE MOON FLASK. (Est. 3,000-5,000)-Lot 4163
	EDGAR DEGAS (French, 1834-1917) “DANSEUSE AGRAFANT L’EPAULETTE DE SON CORSAGE”. (Est. 150,000-250,000)-Lot 1205
	FINELY PAINTED THANGKA OF ELEVEN-HEADED AVALOKITESHVARA. (Est. 12,000-14,000)-Lot 4282
	AMELIA EARHART FIRST WOMAN TO FLY CROSS THE ATLANTIC HISTORIC AND UNIQUE ARCHIVE. (Est. 40,000-50,000)-Lot 3259
	ABBOTT FULLER GRAVES (American, 1859-1936) “DOORWAY IN GLOUCESTER MASS”. (Est. 20,000-40,000)-Lot 1020
	FITZ HENRY LANE (American, 1804–1865) PORTRAIT OF THE BARK “MARY”. (Est. 150,000-250,000)-Lot 2161
	IMPORTANT CHIPPENDALE BLOCK-AND-SHELL CARVED FIGURED MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK. (Est. 70,000-150,000)-Lot 2156
	WILLIAM JAMES GLACKENS (American, 1870-1938) “ROCKPORT, MASS 1936 NO. 3”. (Est. 175,000-250,000)-Lot 1064
	CHIPPENDALE CHERRY SECRETARY BOOKCASE. (Est. 5,000-7,000)-Lot 2150
	UNUSUAL ZITAN AND RED LACQUER KANG TABLE. (Est. 60,000-80,000)-Lot 4327
	GILT BRONZE SEATED FIGURE OF TSOUGKHAPA. (Est. 16,000-20,000)-Lot 4279
	SUITE OF JADEITE JEWELRY WITH DIAMONDS. (Est. 90,000-120,000)-Lot 4219A
	TIFFANY STUDIOS ACORN HANGING LAMP. (Est. 10,000-15,000)-Lot 3316
	A FEW OF THE SUPERIOR WEATHERVANES ON OFFER AT JULIA’S AUGUST 2015 AUCTION EVENT