American Furniture & Decorative Arts and Americana— Online Sale 2710B
March 2, 2014
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Provenance Property of a Plymouth County Family Property from a Descendant of Lucy B. Mitchell Property formerly in the collection of Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York Property from a Descendant of Louisa Catherine Carroll of Maryland Property from the Collection of Marna Anderson, New Paltz, New York and Property from Private Collections and Estates in Massachusetts, New Hamsphire, Maine, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Georgia
Chinese Export Porcelain from the Estate of Peter L. Rosenberg: Peter Rosenberg, who owned and operated Vallin Galleries of Wilton, Connecticut, was a highly respected dealer of Chinese and Japanese decorative arts, and of Chinese export porcelain. Peter was raised in the antiques business from the moment in 1940 that his mother Josephine opened a shop on 10th Street in Greenwich Village selling Chinese porcelain lamps. It was a world he took to effortlessly and successfully, and until his death last year, 73 years after its humble beginnings, Vallin Galleries was known as a leading gallery and Peter as an authority in the market.
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1 Hand-hewn Oval Burl Bowl, America, late 18th/early 19th century, ht. 4 1/8, wd. 13 3/4, lg. 16 5/8 in. Provenance: Steve Powers. $800-1,200 2 Turned Burl Bowl, America, 18th century, large wide circular bowl with turned interior and exterior collar, ht. 4 3/4, dia. 16 1/4 in. $800-1,000
3 Turned Burl Bowl, America, early 19th century, round bowl with turned collar and base band, (minor shrinkage crack on base), ht. 5 1/4, dia. 15 3/4 in. $200-300
4 Large Burl Bowl, possibly Native American, early 19th century, elliptical form with pierced integral handles, (shrinkage cracks), ht. 9 1/2, wd. 22 1/2, lg. 28 in. $3,000-5,000
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5 Three Pairs of Early Brass Candlesticks, a near pair of capstan base candlesticks, probably Flemish, 16th century, with two pierced wax ejection holes on the elongated candlecups, ht. 5; a pair of c. 1720 French faceted octagonal base candlesticks with high domed base with baroque edge, (small base loss), ht. 9 1/4; and a pair of c. 1715 English faceted octagonal base candlesticks, ht. 7 1/8 in. $400-600
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6 Eleven Early Brass Candlesticks, a Wrought Iron Rush Light and Candle Snuffer, three 16th century Dutch candlesticks with dished bases, two with wax extraction holes, one c. 16th century Flemish or Italian candlestick with extraction holes on the elongated candlecup, with high domed base and turnings on the slender shaft; two sticks probably Spanish, 17th century, with cushion base and wax extraction holes; two probably c. late 17th century French sticks with slender turned shafts on the slightly dished round bases, a c. 1720 English taper stick with baluster stem and slightly dished round base, a c. 1690 Spanish stick with baluster stem on a square dished base with paw feet; a wrought iron rushlight with candleholder counterweight on a tripod base, and a scissors-form candle snuffer, (one stick separated from base), ht. 2 7/8 to 8 1/2 in. $300-500
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7 Six-light Brass Chandelier, probably Dutch, 18th century, brass hanging ring above baluster shaft with large ball drop supporting a tier of six spurred scrolled arms with columnarform candlecups over drip pans, brass ring terminal, accompanied by a later brass and metal ceiling mount, (minor wear), approx. 32-in. drop, dia. 20 in. $800-1,200 8 Adjustable Wrought Iron Chamberstick, 18th century, with spike for hanging, D-shaped drip pan, and ratcheted push-up mechanism, (small worn hole on drip pan), ht. 6, dia. 7 3/4 in. $300-500 9 Wrought Iron Adjustable Grease Lamp, 18th century, with a hanging hook at the top of the slender shaft, supporting an octagonal pan what adjusts in height by a friction spring, on a tripod base ornamented with scrolls, (crack on pan), ht. 18 3/4, dia. 5 3/4 in. $400-600
Lots 10–11
10 Maple Oval Table with Falling Leaves, Massachusetts, early 18th century, the oval top above a straight skirt with drawer joining block-, vase-, and ring-turned legs and stretchers, old surface with worn brown paint, (imperfections), ht. 26, wd. open, 49 1/2, dp. 42 1/2 in. $3,000-5,000
11 Large Cobalt-decorated Stoneware Water Cooler, probably Boston, early 19th century, bulbous ovoid form decorated on the front neck and shoulder with cobalt-filled stamped shapes in rows of descending numbers: eight radiating diamonds, seven radiating diamonds, six rosettes, five reeded crescents, and four small circles, with open lug handles with cobalt daubed terminals, and a bunghole surrounded with cobalt-filled crescents, (shallow losses on rim), ht. 14, dia. approx. 14 3/4 in. $3,000-5,000
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12 Four Salt-glazed Stoneware Jugs and Two Crocks, America, early 19th century, two approx. half-gallon “CHARLESTOWN” jugs, Frederick Carpenter, Charlestown, Massachusetts, 1812 to c. 1827, swollen ovoid vessels with reeded neck and base, and applied ridged handles, the shoulders impressed “CHARLESTOWN,” two similar form jugs impressed “BOSTON” on the shoulder, three with ochre glazed base and shoulders; a gallon-size jar with lug handles and cobalt trefoil designs on the shoulder, and a wide mouth jar with open handles and cobalt swag and scroll designs on the shoulder, (chips), ht. 9 5/8 to 1 1/4 in. $1,500-2,000
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13 Two Dutch Delft Plates, late 18th century, a charger and a small plate with Lion and Gate decoration, the symbol of St. Mark, the charger in dark blue and white glazes with floral and figural border panels, (repaired hole pierced for hanging, edge chips/glaze wear); the small plate with polychrome tin glaze with stylized flowers in the border panels, pierced for hanging, (edge chips/glaze wear), dia. 12 5/8, 6 1/2 in. $800-1,200
15 Three Blue Floral-decorated Ceramic Items, Continental, 18th century, a Delft flower brick with twelve stem holes and a larger rectangular aperture on the top; a round Delft bowl, and a stoneware ink stand with removable sander and ink containers, and pen rest compartment, with raised floral medallions and borders heightened with cobalt blue, (chips, glaze wear), ht. 1 3/4 to 3 1/2, bowl dia. 8 in. $300-500
14 Dutch Delft Tobacco Jar, c. 1780, ovoid form with blue decoration depicting Indians smoking a pipe flanking the label inscription “RAPPE DE DUINKERQUE� with slightly domed brass cover, (repairs, chips, glaze losses), ht. 12 in. $300-500
16 Delft Blue and White Pottery Charger, Holland, 18th century, with a wide border of alternating floral panels and lattice designs, centered with a basket of flowers, (rim chips), dia. 11 3/4 in. $250-350
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17 Queen Anne Maple, Walnut, and Walnut Veneer High Chest of Drawers, Massachusetts, c. 1730-50, the cornice with frieze drawer above the case of thumbmolded drawers with matched veneer fronts bordered by double herringbone veneer, set into a lower section with deeply valanced beaded apron, (minor imperfections), ht. 66 1/2, lower case wd. 37, lower case dp. 20 1/4 in. $6,000-8,000
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18 Queen Anne Walnut Mirror, England, 18th century, the rectangular frame with scrolled cresting, enclosing a two-part glass, (imperfections), ht. 34 1/2, wd. 14 1/2 in. $600-800 19 Queen Anne Walnut and Parcel-gilt Mirror, England, 18th century, the rectangular frame with scrolled cresting centering a shell, above a molded gilt liner and two-part beveled glass, refinished, ht. 42, wd. 16 in. $400-600
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20 Queen Anne Walnut Compass-seat Side Chair, probably Boston, c. 1740-60, with spooned crest, vasiform splat, and cabriole legs ending in pad feet joined to the chamfered raking rear legs by block-, vase-, and ring-turned stretchers, old refinish, (imperfections), ht. 39, seat ht. 18 in. $1,000-1,500
22 Queen Anne Walnut Compass-seat Side Chair, Massachusetts, c. 1740-60, the spooned crest rail above a vasiform splat, slip seat on frontal cabriole legs ending in pad feet on platforms joined to the chamfered raking rear legs by block-, vase-, and ring-turned stretchers, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 40, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. $800-1,200
21 Queen Anne Maple Side Chair, Massachusetts, late 18th century, the spooned cresting above a vasiform splat and raking stiles, on trapezoidal slip seat and valanced seat frame, on frontal cabriole legs joined to the raking chamfered rear legs by block-, vase-, and ring-turned stretchers, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 42, seat ht. 18 in. Note: Inscription inside seat rail relates the provenance of the chair. $300-500
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23 Queen Anne Walnut Carved Scroll-top High Chest of Drawers, probably North Shore of Massachusetts, c. 1740-60, with thumbmolded drawers and two central drawers with concave fronts, all on conforming carved valanced skirt joining cabriole legs ending in pad feet on platforms, original brasses, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 89, lower case wd. 37 3/4, lower case dp. 20 1/2 in. $10,000-15,000
24 Cherry and Maple Slant-lid Desk on Frame, possibly New Hampshire, 18th century, the lid opens to a stepped interior of valanced compartments and drawers, and a case of thumbmolded long drawers, on a dovetailconstructed bracket frame centering a demilune pendant, brasses appear to be original, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 44 1/2, wd. 38, dp. 19 in. Provenance: According to a pen inscription on this inside of the bottom board, “this desk belongs to the Oliver Rice heirs.” Note: Early chalk inscription on the back of the third drawer down reads “Bartholomew.” $700-900
25 Federal Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Candlestand, Massachusetts or New Hampshire, c. 1800, the octagonal top with a flame mahogany veneer bordered by checkered banding, on a vase- and ringturned support on a tripod base of shaped legs ending in spade feet, (minor repairs), ht. 29, wd. 14 1/2, dp. 20 3/4 in. Note: Top of platform branded “NB MARCH.” $400-600
26 Cherry Tilt-top Candlestand, probably Connecticut, late 18th century, the square top with serpentine sides tilts on a chamfered platform continuing to a vase- and ring-turned post and tripod base of cabriole legs ending in rounded pad feet on platforms, old refinish, (imperfections), ht. 27, wd. 18 1/2, dp. 18 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
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27 Federal Candlestand, New England, early 19th century, the octagonal top on a vaseand ring-turned post continuing to tripod base of shaped legs ending in spade feet (imperfections), ht. 29 1/2, wd. 16 1/2, lg. 21 3/4 in. $400-600
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Lots 28–31
28 Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Platter, c. 1775, oblong form with baroque shaped rim centered with the Arms of the Scottish clan Charteris with the motto “THIS IS OUR CHARTER,” with floral festoon border, (rim chips, two with metal solder repairs), 12 1/2 x 16 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
29 Chinese Export Porcelain Charger, made for the English market, c. 1760, with large gilt and enamel Arms of Baker at center, with iron red and gilt cavetto feather and scroll border and iron red and gilt spearhead rim border, (gilt and enamel wear), dia. 15 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $1,000-1,500
30 Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Covered Tureen, c. 1755, chamfered rectangular footed form with pomegranate knop on the domed cover and boar’s head handles, with enamel and gilt coat of arms, possibly the Arms of Collier, with a motto inscribed “NEMO SINE CRUCE” on the cover and sides, with gilt and iron red quatrefoil chain borders, (scattered gilt and enamel losses), ht. 8, wd. 9, lg. 14 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $700-900
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31 Three Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Soup Plates, c. 1740, each plate centered with the Arms of Pigot, with gilt spearhead rim borders and a band of gilt trellis and rococo reserves with scrolled foliage around the cavetto, (imperfections), dia. 8 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800 32 Four Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Dishes, 18th century, a soup plate centered with the motto “Virtute Acquiritus Honos” [acquired by virtue of honor] over gilt and enameled coat of arms, with enameled blossom and gilt spearhead borders; an octagonal soup plate with polychrome enamel blossoms at the center and small Arms of Shepheard on the rim and cavetto with inscribed motto “I Mean Harm to None,” with enameled blossoms and gilt spearhead borders; and a tea bowl and saucer with enamel and gilt shield and ermine-trimmed mantle with monogram, and blue underglaze diamond diaper and gilt spearhead borders, (imperfections), dia. 3 1/2 to 9 in. $250-350 33 Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Cut Corner Bowl, late 18th century, with two grisaille, cobalt blue, and gilt coat of arms decorating two sides, and cobalt flower sprigs on the other two sides and bowl center, with cobalt husk band on the rim and cobalt band and spearhead and dot borders around the interior rim, (glaze and gilt loss), ht. 5, 9 7/8 x 9 3/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600 34 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Saucers, late 18th century, decorated in a famille verte palette centered with a blossoming prunus branch surrounded by lavender lines and dots and green undulating feather or herringbone borders, the rim with two small armorial crests and undulating green leafy vine and gilt blossoms, (repairs, enamel wear), dia. 6 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600 35 Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Plate, 18th century, octagonal plate with enamel and gilt decoration with the Arms of Ker with Martin in pretense at the center, with borders of green and gilt leaves, green blossom and gilt and iron red wavy line and blue husk and gilt dot borders, (imperfections), wd. 9 1/4 in.
36 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Marriage Plates, 18th century, made for the European market, one with gilt and grisaille painted joined crests under a crown above an urn of flowers flanked by baskets of fruit, with fruit and floral border on the rim and spearhead bordering the cavetto, (hairline), dia. 8 7/8; and one with iron red grisaille and gilt painted coat of arms surmounted with the initials “MSB” and a calligraphic motif, surrounded by iron red scrolled foliage encircled with gilt and grisaille designs, with gilt scrolled foliate border, dia. 8 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 37 Two Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Plates, 18th century, octagonal plates decorated in the famille rose palette, with rims adorned with floral sprays within gilt spearhead borders, one plate centered with the Arms of Meares impaling Downs (?) with the motto “OMNIA FORTUNAE COMMITTO” [I commit all things to fortune], (minor rim chips, rim repairs), dia. 8 5/8; the other plate centered with the Arms of Clarke of Sanford, (repaired rim chips), dia. 8 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg; Arms of Meares plate: Dallas Museum of Fine Arts, with paper label affixed to the bottom, then estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-500 38 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Plates Depicting the Arms of Mackay, late 18th century, each plate centered with a large gilt and polychrome enamel painted Arms of Mackay Lord Reay with the motto “MANU FORTI” [with a strong hand] inscribed on a banner, with gilt scrolled foliate border on the cavetto, (rim repairs and minute rim chips), dia. 9 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600 39 Large Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Plate, c. 1755, octagonal plate decorated at the center with the Arms of Hotham impaling Morley, with the motto “Have a Care” inscribed on a banner, with chain border, the rim decorated with a figural crest, butterflies, birds, and bianco-sopra-bianco flower sprays, (rim repair), dia. 12 1/4 in.
40 Chinese Export Armorial Porcelain Cream Pitcher with Cover, 18th century, made for the European market, baluster form, centered with a coat of arms under the spout with floral festoon borders, (repair to spout on cover), ht. 4 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $200-300 41 Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Platter, c. 1760, chamfered rectangular form centered with a large gilt and enamel-decorated Arms of Wright, with chain and flower sprig borders, (gilt and enamel wear, rim chips), 9 3/8 x 12 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 42 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Tureens, 18th century, a c. 1740 armorial decorated deep round bowl with domed lid and demilune blossom handles with en grisaille and gold decoration with a raven crest and Arms of Accolle, with floral and fruit and scrolling borders, (imperfections), ht. 7 1/4, overall dia. 11 1/4; and a tureen of similar form with scalloped rim on the domed cover, with famille rose floral and landscape decoration with chickens, (repaired), ht. 7 1/2, overall dia. 11 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 43 Rare 18th Century Japanese Porcelain Armorial Plate, Arita, c. 1710-30, the plate centered with the Arms the Portuguese Brandao family or possibly the Dutch Van der Meij of Dordrecht family, surrounded by a gilt baroque shell and leaf design, on a gilt floral ground, (repaired crack), dia. 8 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. Literature: For a similar example see: Fine and Curious, Japanese Export Porcelain in Dutch Collections, Christiaan J.A. Jorg (Hotei Publishing, 2003), p. 236, plate 299. $200-300
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $1,000-1,500
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
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44 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Mandarin Palette Covered Garniture Vases, 18th century, each rectangular baluster form with cobalt-glazed seated kylin finials on the domed cover with underglazed blue flowers and borders and panels of birds perched on trees, the vases with dragon figural handles, decorated with panels of figures on a terrace, figures in a landscape, birds perched on branches, and flowers, with underglazed blue, gilt scroll, and iron red cell and gilt T-pattern key borders, ht. 14 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $2,000-2,500 45 Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl and Two Small Sweetmeat Dishes, late 18th/early 19th century, hemispherical bowl decorated with polychrome enamel flower sprigs in the center, with gilt spearhead interior rim border, the exterior decorated with blossoms and butterflies, ht. 4 3/4, dia. 10 5/8; and two floral-decorated shallow hexagonal sweetmeat dishes with green trellis rim borders, dia. 6 1/4 in. $300-500 46 Chinese Export Porcelain Teapot, 18th century, bulbous form with domed cover decorated in the famille verte palette with two shaped reserves depicting waterway landscapes, and two reserves with orange fish, flanked by gilt and enamel flowers and leaves and floral borders, (hairline under spout), ht. 5 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-400 47 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Rougede-fer Decorated Plates and a Pair of Saucers, c. 1730, the plates decorated at the center with a tree peony, bamboo, and a fence, the rims with shallow-carved scrolling peony sprays, and the cavettos with trellis design with four floral cartouches highlighted with blue enamel parentheses, (minor rim chips), dia. 11; the fluted saucers ornamented with a floral centerpiece on a table, with triangle rim border, reportedly exported to Dresden from the collection of Augustus The Strong, Elector of Saxony, with the Johanneum mark “N=96,” inscribed on the base, (rim chip, hairline), dia. 4 1/2 in.
48 New York State Coat of Arms-decorated Chinese Export Porcelain Teapot, late 18th century, drum-form teapot with gilt berry finial on the cover and reeded lapped strap handles with foliate terminals, the sides with enamel decoration depicting the figures of Liberty and Justice and American shields flanking a round reserve centered with a gilt flower, topped with a dove standing on a hemisphere, all above a pink banner, with gilt-starred cobalt blue borders, (repaired), ht. 6 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $200-400 49 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Rose Mandarin Covered Vegetable Dishes, early to mid-19th century, each rectangular, with bamboo-form handle on the domed lid, decorated with Mandarin figures in a courtyard with bird, butterfly, and floral borders, overall ht. 5, wd. 8 1/4, lg. 9 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $800-1,200 50 Chinese Export Porcelain Export Charger and Matching Deep Dish, late 17th/early 18th century, each embellished with an enamel and gilt vase of flowers at the center, with a border of blue underglaze and red and green blossom/leaf rim border, with trellis and prunus blossom branches decorating the underside rims, (smaller dish with hairline on rim), dia. 15 3/8, 8 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 51 Chinese Export Porcelain Charger, c. 1750, decorated in the famille rose palette, with two foo dogs at the center, with floral sprays and gilt spearhead borders, dia. 13 3/4 in.
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800 54 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Bowls and Saucers, early 18th century, with underglaze blue and polychrome enamel floral decoration with café-au-lait glaze on the underside, (one saucer with minor rim chip), dia. 3 3/8, 5 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $200-300 55 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Decorative Items, late 17th to 18th century, a divided oval spice dish with three compartments decorated in the famille verte palette ornamented with enamel and gilt flowering vegetation, with interior green triangle rim border, iron red trellis border with floral reserves on the exterior rim, and iron red ruyi head borders around the base, (minor imperfections), ht. 1 7/8, wd. 3 1/2, lg. 4 3/4; and a small square paneled vase with applied gilt vegetation around the shoulder, the green-dotted panels ornamented with an amorous couple, a lady, and birds on branches in the shaped reserves, with gilt key rim border, and gilt and iron red spearhead base border, (minor hairline on rim), ht. 4 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
52 Blue and White “Rotterdam Riot” Decorated Porcelain Plate, China, late 17th/ early 18th century, dia. 7 7/8 in.
56 Three Chinese Export Porcelain Table Items, made for the European market, 18th century, a tea bowl, demitasse cup, and a saucer with matching decoration of a castletype building with a round reserve depicting a fancifully dressed lady before blue drapery, holding a flower sprig, with her small dog on her lap, with foliate trellis and scroll borders, (minor chips), ht. to 2 1/2, dia. to 4 5/8 in.
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
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53 Chinese Porcelain Oil Lamp with Erotic Decoration, late 18th/early 19th century, rectangular font with filler and pierced receptacle for the cut colorless glass chimney, decorated about the sides with panels of figures engaged in erotic pursuits, a lion, and a bird in a landscape, (hairline, repairs), ht. 3 1/2, wd. 2 3/8, lg. 3 5/8 in.
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57 Three Chinese Export Ceramic Figural Water Droppers, in the form of a horse, a recumbent dog, and a goose, ht. 2 3/8 to 3 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
58 Three Chinese Export Ceramic Egg and Spinach Decorated Figures, 18th/19th century, a pair of seated hounds on square plinths, and a figural horse water dropper, ht. 4 5/8, 4 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
59 Chinese Export Porcelain Charger, 18th century, decorated in a famille rose palette with deer amongst flowers in the center, with gilt spearhead cavetto border and flowering vine rim border, (minor gilt and enamel wear), dia. 15 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
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60 Large Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl, c. 1820, deep round bowl, the exterior depicting pastoral scenes with a shepherdess, and a couple dining alfresco interspersed with flowering and fruiting branches, the interior depicting a reclining nude woman and a voyeur, with gilt and iron red flowering vine rim border, with a hardwood stand, (restoration, enamel wear to bowl center), ht. 7, dia. 15 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $1,000-1,500 61 Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Chamber Pot, late 18th/early 19th century, shaped vessel with a gilt fruit-form knop on the domed cover, and reeded lapped strap handles, with allover polychrome enamel painted flowers, butterflies, birds, and insects, ht. 5 5/8, wd. 4 3/4, lg. 10 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 62 Chinese Export Porcelain Helmet-form Creamer, late 18th/early 19th century with gilt and cobalt blue enamel mantle and shield on the front, gilt flower sprigs on the sides, and gilt-starred blue rim border, ht. 5 1/4 in. $200-250
63 Café-au-lait Decorated Chinese Export Porcelain Bowl, 18th century, the bowl interior with underglaze blue floral decoration in the center and star and cube rim border with floral reserves, the exterior with café-aulait glaze surrounding the blue floral-decorated leaf and fan-shaped reserves, ht. 4 1/4, dia. 9 in. $200-300
64 Chinese Export Porcelain Plate Depicting the Judgment of Paris, c. 1750, with gilt European scroll border, (minor enamel loss, minute rim chips to underside), dia. 9 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
65 Chinese Export Porcelain Plate Depicting “The Cherry Pickers,” 1736-95, made for the European market, painted in a Mandarin palette, depicting a youth standing on a ladder propped against a cherry tree, handing the fruit to two ladies below, one gathering the cherries in her apron, the other seated beside a nearby dog, the rim with chain border, (minor enamel loss), dia. 10 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
67 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Rose Decorated Plates, c. 1730, the plates centered with two figures in a pavilion: a standing figure wearing an elaborate costume and a lady seated at a table arranging her coiffure, with an old gentleman peering down at the scene from a small round reserve, with bianco-sopra-bianco rim border with rococo reserves with floral motifs, dia. 8 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500 68 Chinese Export Porcelain “Peeping Tom” Plate, c. 1740, decorated in a soft famille rose palette depicting a couple wearing classical robes seated in a rural landscape, observed by a small boy hiding behind a bush, bordered by four iron red, grisaille, and gilt flower sprays on the rim, (minor enamel loss), dia. 9 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $200-300
69 Chippendale Mahogany Carved Drop-leaf Dining Table, England, 18th century, the drop-leaf top above a straight skirt joining four cabriole legs with acanthus-carved knees ending in claw-and-ball feet, (imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 46, dp. open 48 in. $1,500-2,500
66 Chinese Export Porcelain Plate with Valentine or Altar of Love Pattern, mid-18th century, decorated with emblems of love in a landscape setting, with gilt European scroll border, (minor rim chips), dia. 9 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. Literature: This pattern is illustrated and discussed in The Choice of the Private Trader, David S. Howard, pp. 89-91. $200-300
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70 Queen Anne Maple Chest-on-frame, probably Rhode Island, c. 1740-60, the case of six thumbmolded drawers with applied mid-molding, resting on short cabriole legs ending in pad feet joined by a deeply valanced skirt centering a drop pendant, original brass, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 62, base wd. 37 1/4, base dp. 18 3/4 in. $5,000-7,000
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71 Chippendale Mahogany Pembroke Table, possibly southern New England, late 18th century, the drop-leaf top above a scratchbeaded drawer on four square chamfered legs joined by pierced cross-stretchers, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 27, wd. 22 1/2, dp. 31 in. $1,500-2,500
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72 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Demilune Card Table, attributed to Thomas and Samuel Goddard, Newport, Rhode Island, late 18th century, the string-inlaid top on conformingly inlaid apron joining square tapering legs topped by urns above bellflowers, with ivory dots, (minor restoration), ht. 28 1/4, wd. 35 3/4, dp. 17 3/4 in. $1,500-2,500
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73 Federal Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Tall Case Clock, William Stanton, Providence, Rhode Island, c. 1810, the white-painted iron with rocking ship in the arch inscribed “Wm. Stanton/Providence,� with eight-day brass weight-driven movement, the waist with checkered banding and lambrequin corners, on similarly inlaid base with cutout feet, old finish, (imperfections and restoration), ht. 92 3/4 in. $4,000-6,000
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74 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Tall Case Clock, Daniel Munroe, Concord, Massachusetts, c. 1800, the arched cornice above a string-inlaid tombstone door opening to a white-painted iron dial with moon’s-age indicator in the arch, lettered “Danl Munroe & Co.,” and brass eight-day weight-driven movement, flanked by freestanding brass stop-fluted columns, on the waist with brass stop-fluted quarter columns and inlaid door with applied molded edge, and inlaid base with carved ogee bracket feet, (imperfections), ht. 94 in. $3,000-5,000
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75 Queen Anne Cherry Scroll-top Fan-carved High Chest of Drawers, possibly the work of Joseph Hosmer, Concord, Massachusetts, dated 1773-74, the two-part case with eleven drawers on cabriole legs ending in pad feet joined by a valanced apron, replaced brasses, refinished, (repairs), ht. 80 3/4, lower case wd. 40, dp. 21 in. Note: Back of topmost long drawer inscribed in chalk “Polly Hapgood 1773-4,” and “Polly” on the back of other drawers. These inscriptions may refer to Mary (Polly) Hapgood of Marlborough, Massachusetts, who married Francis Howe in June of 1773.
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Note: Major John Pitcairn, A Scottish-born officer in the British Marines, was sent to Boston in late 1774 with 600 marines under his command to help quell the unrest which had been brewing in the colonies. Taxation by the British Parliament, and events such as the “Boston Massacre” in March of 1770, had helped fuel the colonists’ fire. Although unsympathetic to the Provincial cause, Pitcairn endeared himself to the people he dealt with during the conflict by organizing civic improvements, and by showing fairness, consideration, and courtesy in settling disputes between the civilians and the military. He even won the respect of rebel colonist Paul Revere and his neighbor, an anti-British tailor named Samuel Shaw, at whose North End home Pitcairn was billeted at when martial law was imposed in Boston. It is reported that Pitcairn hosted social events at Shaw’s house in which he invited British officers and opposing locals, including Revere, to meet and exchange their views in a civilized manner. It is likely that during this time of close proximity that Revere, with his engraver’s eye for detail, may have executed this small and possibly unique portrait of Pitcairn on horseback. On the night of April 18th, 1775, Pitcairn volunteered to join British forces under Lt. Col. Smith on the expedition to Concord, a small town about 18 miles from Boston. For some time, colonists had been accumulating supplies in Concord to form an army, and the illegal Provincial Congress had also been meeting in the town. Pitcairn was made second-in-command, and placed at the head of the column. At dawn, Pitcairn reached the center of Lexington, where armed men had formed. The soldiers at the front of the column marched onto the green, and Pitcairn ordered the Lexington men to disperse. A shot rang out, and the men fired, killing eight and wounding another ten. Pitcairn’s horse was wounded two times during the exchange of fire. The scenario wasn’t much better in Concord, with most of the supplies being removed from the town prior to the arrival of the British. More blood was shed at the North Bridge by an attack of the Provincials, and as the British where marching back to Boston, they were attacked from all sides, barely making it back to the safety of Boston at nightfall.
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76 Paul Revere, Jr. (Boston, 1734-1818) Portrait of Major John Pitcairn on Horseback. Signed “P. Revere del.” l.r., and inscribed “Major John Pitcairn” in the same hand l.r., both outside of the border. Watercolor on laid paper, 6 1/2 x 5 in., with applied marbled paper border in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Toning, light creases, minor foxing.
Provenance: According to typed inscriptions applied to the back of the frame the painting came from the estate of Duncan Phyfe, grandson of the late cabinet maker and from whom he inherited the painting.
On June 17th, 1775, two months after the ill-fated expedition to Concord, British troops where again formed, this time to attack the Provincial army which had dug fortifications on the slope of Breed’s Hill in Charlestown. Three bloody assaults were made, and on the last Pitcairn fell, mortally wounded. Major John Pitcairn died at the age of 52 and is buried in the crypt of Christ Church (the “Old North Church”) in Boston. $20,000-30,000
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77 Pair of “Commodore Truxton” Enameled Porcelain and Brass Mirror Supports, England, late 18th/early 19th century, with hand-painted polychrome enamel bust of Truxton, identified in flanking inscriptions, with threaded iron screw mounting, (minor imperfections), dia. 1 7/8, dp. 1 7/8 in. Note: Commodore Thomas Truxton was the victorious commander of the U.S.S. Constellation, which defeated the French National frigates L’Insurgent and Vengeance in 1799 and 1800, respectively. $800-1,200
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78 Chippendale Carved Mahogany Slant-lid Desk, probably North Shore of Massachusetts, c. 1760-80, the lid opens to an interior of a fan-carved prospect door with a valanced compartment and concave drawer, flanked by document drawers with splitbaluster fronts, four valanced compartments and two tiers of serpentine front drawers, on a cockbeaded case of four graduated drawers, all on claw-and-ball feet centering a shellcarved pendant, replaced brasses, refinished, (restoration), ht. 44, case wd. 40 1/4, case dp. 23 1/2 in. $6,000-8,000
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79 Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chair, Boston, c. 1760-80, the serpentine crest rail centering a shell with molded scroll terminals, above the pierced scroll carved splat, on trapezoidal slip seat and molded frame joining frontal cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet and chamfered raking rear legs, ht. 38, seat ht. 17 in. $1,500-2,500 80 Federal Inlaid Mahogany Oxbow Slantlid Desk, Massachusetts, c. 1795, the lid opens to an interior of a central prospect door inlaid with a fan-arched panel, and three hidden concave drawers, with flanking stringinlaid drawers and compartments, above a cockbeaded case of drawers on ogee bracket feet, old oval brasses are probably replaced, (minor imperfections), ht. 44, wd. 41 1/4, dp. 21 in. $1,000-1,500
81 Four Silver Salt Cellars with Cobalt Glass Liners, three by Hester Bateman, London, c. 1789, one by Peter and Ann Bateman, London, c. 1796, each of elliptical form decorated with beaded and pierced pendant border, three round pierced blossom designs, a chased rampant lion in a small round reserve, and chased floral festoons, raised on fluted and shell feet, with conforming cobalt glass liners, ht. 2 3/8, dia. 3 1/2 in., approx. 6.90 troy oz. total (excluding liners). $800-1,200
83 Chippendale Walnut and Gilt-gesso Mirror, England or America, late 18th century, the scrolled frame with cresting of a gilt-incised basket issuing flowering vines, above the giltgesso incised liner flanked by meandering giltgesso vines, original surface, (imperfections), ht. 45, wd. 23 1/2 in.
82 Pair of George III Silver Chambersticks with Snuffers, Robert Sharp, London, 1798, with removable bobeches on the ovoid candlecups, on a slightly dished oval base, ornamented with five reeded bands and engraved armorial crest, with conical snuffers with bud finials and acanthus handle, which fits into slot on chamberstick handle, ht. 4 1/8, dia. 6 1/4 in., (one bobeche of later origin, repairs), approx. 18.75 troy oz. $600-800
84 Chippendale Walnut and Gilt-gesso Mirror, probably England, late 18th century, the scrolled frame with pierced cresting and foliate device above the gilt incised liner and beveled glass, old surface, ht. 37 1/2, wd. 20 1/2 in. $600-800
Provenance: A pencil inscription on the backboard reads in part: “...from the old Wentworth Mansion at Salmon Falls [NH].� $1,500-2,500
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85 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Tall Case Clock, Aaron Willard, Boston, c. 1810, the whitepainted iron dial with a bird in the crest and floral spandrels lettered “Aaron Willard/ BOSTON,� and brass eight-day weight-driven movement, the string-inlaid case with flanked reeded brass stop-fluted hood and waist quarter columns, (minor restoration), ht. 92 in. $6,000-8,000
86 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Card Table, attributed to John and Thomas Seymour, Boston, c. 1795-1800, the top with elliptic front, square corners, and half-serpentine ends on a conformingly shaped base centering an oval within a mitred panel and banded lower edge joining square doubletapering legs ending in cuffs, old surface, ht. 29 1/4, wd. 36, dp. 17 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500
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87 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Card Table, probably Massachusetts, the demilune folding top with inlaid edge to top half and molded edge to fixed half, on conforming skirt bordered by stringing and centering inlaid paterae, on square tapering legs, old surface, (minor imperfections), ht. 29 1/4, wd. 36, dp. 17 1/2 in. Provenance: From a descendant of Samuel Winsor of Johnston, Rhode Island. $1,500-2,500 88 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Bowfront Chest of Drawers, probably Massachusetts, c. 1805-10, the top with a banded edge, on a case of cockbeaded graduated drawers with string-inlaid and crossbanded borders, all on cutout base, refinished, replaced brasses, (imperfections), ht. 36 1/2, case wd. 39, dp. 21 3/4 in. $1,500-2,000
89 Federal Mahogany and Parcel-gilt Mirror, America or England, c. 1790-1800, the scrolled frame centering a gilt-gesso eagle, above the inlaid crossbanded and gilt-incised liner, refinished, ht. 41, wd. 21 1/2 in. $600-800 90 Federal Gilt-gesso and Wood Mirror, possibly Massachusetts, c. 1820, the projecting cornice above engaged spiral columns flanking the relief-carved panel of grapes on a vine, (minor imperfections), ht. 29 1/2, lower edge wd. 17 3/4 in. $300-500 91 Federal Gilt-gesso Mirror, probably Massachusetts, c. 1815-20, the molded cornice above a tablet showing a young lady in the woods with oak leaf and acorn stenciled border, flanked by pilasters with ropetwist detail, ht. 37 1/4, mirror wd. 16 1/4 in. $400-600
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92 Federal Mahogany Easy Chair, probably New England, late 18th century, with serpentine cresting, outward-flaring arms on concave fronts, and square tapering frontal legs joined to the raking rear legs by square stretchers, old surface, upholstered in dark blue wool moirĂŠ with red piping, ht. 46, seat ht. 18 in. $3,000-5,000 93 Coin Silver Cream Jug, Theophilus Bradbury (1763-1848), Newburyport, Massachusetts, early 19th century, baluster form ornamented with a five-petal blossom rim band, a medial band of grapevines in relief, and a border of oak leaves around the base, high scrolled handle with leafy vine in relief, single impressed Indian with spear, quiver, and shield mark on base, monogrammed, (repaired handle terminals), ht. 6 1/4 in., approx. 6.75 troy oz. $200-300
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94 Federal Mahogany Carved and Figured Walnut and Rosewood Inlaid Worktable, Salem, Massachusetts, c. 1810, the rectangular top with canted corners above a conforming case with cockbeaded and rosewood crossbanded drawer and bag drawer, joining four half-engaged, waterleafcarved, ring-turned, and reeded tapering legs, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 20 1/4, dp. 15 1/2 in. $4,000-6,000
95 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Lolling Chair, possibly New Hampshire, c. 1800, the serpentine cresting above shaped arms on concave supports inlaid with two hearts and stringing continuing to square legs joined by stretchers, old surface, ht. 44, seat ht. 16 in. Note: Branded “I. [J.] Waterman� on inside of seat rail. $800-1,200
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96 Carved Walnut and Walnut Veneer Inlaid High Chest of Drawers, possibly Joseph Davis, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, c. 1735-50, the carved scrolled cresting above the double-arch molded two-part case of eleven drawers bordered by stringing and double herringbone banding, all flanked by reeded and stop-fluted columns topped with acanthus carving, all on cabriole legs joining shaped skirt with applied bead centering a carved fan, refinished, replaced brasses, (alterations and restoration), ht. without finial 82, case wd. 43 3/4, case dp. 24 in. 96
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Note: For a related piece of furniture see Skinner, American Furniture & Decorative Arts, March 6, 2011, Sale 2538B, Lot 56. $10,000-15,000
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97 Pair of Chippendale Mahogany Ladderback Side Chairs, attributed to Robert Harrold, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, late 18th century, the shaped and pierced scratchbeaded crest rail above three conformingly shaped splats on raking stiles, the overupholstered seats on square beaded legs joined by stretchers, original surface, (minor imperfections), ht. 38 1/2, seat ht. 17 in. $800-1,200
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98 Mahogany Inlaid Card Table, probably New Hampshire, c. 1805-10, the rectangular top with ovolo corners on a conforming case centering an inlaid oval within a mitered surround, joining legs topped with urn-inlaid dies, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 29 1/2, wd. 34, dp. 16 1/2 in. Provenance: Descended in the family from the Honorable Samuel Dinsmoor (17661835), Governor of New Hampshire from 1831-84. According to a notice provided by the consignor, Dinsmoor was born in Windham, New Hampshire, and graduated from Dartmouth College in 1789. He served in the Keene Light Infantry as Quartermaster in 1809, and as a member of the U.S. Congress from 1811-12. Note: An inscription on inside of the table’s rear rail reads: “Bot in 1836 in Keene NH in the Old Gov. Dinsmoor Auction.” $2,000-3,000
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99 Federal Cherry and Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Sideboard, probably Vermont, early 19th century, the rectangular top above a case of five cockbeaded drawers and two cupboard doors, all with inlaid stringing, replaced brasses, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 42 1/2, case wd. 52 1/2, case dp. 20 in. $1,500-2,500
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100 American School, 19th Century Pair of Portraits of Daniel Aikens and His Wife Rhoda (Richmond) Aikens of Barnard, Vermont. Unsigned, the reverse inscribed with the names and ages of the sitters, Daniel, age 27, Rhoda, age 16, and also their dates of birth, marriage (1832), and death, inscribed in a different hand. Oil on panel, 25 x 20 in., unframed. Condition: Panels bowed, age crack at center on Rhoda’s portrait, scattered abrasions and retouch. Note: These portraits are probably related to a portrait sold at Skinner on August 12, 2001, Sale 2092, Lot 173, depicting Rollin Richmond (the brother of Rhoda, the woman portrayed here) of Barnard, Vermont, and which was dated February 1831 on the reverse. At the time it was sold, the portrait was attributed to Asahel Lynde Powers, an itinerant Vermont folk portrait painter, however, it was thought by the purchaser of the portrait to be the work of folk painter Amanda Powers, a relative of Asahel, and possibly his sister. These portraits were painted in 1830, two years before the sitters were married. According to William M. Newton, History of Barnard, Vermont, with family genealogies, Vol. II (Burlington: Burlington Vermont Historical Society, 1928), Captain Daniel Aikens was born on September 24, 1802, in Barnard, Vermont, the fourth child of Elijah and Rebecca (Tupper) Aikens, Elijah was a farmer who kept a country inn. Daniel married Mary Vanlora (1804-1832), and after her death, he married Rhoda Briggs Richmond, the daughter of Maj. Lemuel and Joanna (Briggs) Richmond, who was born November 8, 1814, in Barnard, and died December 19, 1876. Daniel owned the saw and grist mill in Barnard village. He was a captain in the militia, was town clerk from 1845 to 1848, and attended the Vermont constitutional convention in 1850. In the 1850 census Daniel was listed as a farmer living in Barnard with his wife Rhoda and four children, and as a carpenter in the 1860 census. He died on August 25, 1882, in Boston. $8,000-12,000
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101 Three Framed Watercolor and Calligraphic Pages of a Young Man’s Problem Book, reportedly executed by Christian Miller while attending Chestnut Hill Seminary in Pennsylvania, c. 1815, three pages framed to view the front and back of each, watercolor and ink on paper, depicting four Federal style houses with inscriptions describing the calculations needed for measuring and pricing roofing, flooring, and paving; two sides without illustrations: one with calligraphic inscriptions of calculations in carpenter’s and joiner’s work, and one calculating the cost of “Paviour’s Work,” sight sizes 16 x 10 1/4, 16 3/4 x 10 3/4, in black-painted wood frames, and 15 1/4 x 9 1/4 in., in a molded giltwood frame. 102
Provenance: Purchased from the John Gordon Gallery, New York. Exhibitions: Christian Miller’s Problem Book, Humboldt Galleries, San Francisco, May 17 to June 24, 1972. $1,000-1,500
102 Pennsylvania School, c. 1840 Officer on Horseback. Unsigned. Watercolor on laid paper, 5 x 5 1/2 in., in a period molded mahogany frame. Condition: Minor toning, foxing, and creases. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $800-1,200
103 Pennsylvania School, c. 1830 Two Angels. Unsigned. Watercolor and pencil on laid paper, 7 1/2 x 6 1/2 in., in a mahogany veneer frame. Condition: Paper applied to paperboard, creases, repaired tear l.r., minor toning and foxing. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York, dated 1960. $400-600 103
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104 American School, 19th Century Schoolboy Calligraphic Picture of a Saddled Horse. Unsigned. Watercolor and ink on paper, 15 3/4 x 12 1/4 in., in a later mitered wood frame. Condition: Toning, crease l.c. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $1,200-1,500
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105 Framed Fraktur Birth Certificate, by Rev. Henry Young (American, 1792-1861), Centre County, Pennsylvania, 1844, watercolor and ink on paper depicting a young husband and wife with clasped hands and a bouquet of flowers, a tripod table between them, with ink inscriptions commemorating the birth of John Hirem Gentsel, on June 26, 1844, 12 x 7 1/2 in., in a molded wood frame, (light toning and foxing, old creases, minor tears and edge loss). Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $4,000-6,000
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106 Framed Fraktur House Blessing, attributed to Samuel Bentz (Pennsylvania, act. 18101848), dated 1838, watercolor on paper, sight size 9 3/8 x 7 1/4 in., in a period painted mitered wood frame, (toning, repaired losses). Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York from 1942 and 1980. $800-1,200
107 Framed Fraktur of a Lady Wearing a Red Gown and Holding a Feather, possibly Pennsylvania, c. 1800, unsigned, watercolor and ink on paper, (minor toning, minute loss u.r.), 5 x 2 3/4 in., in a later frame with German ink on paper inscription below. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $400-600
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108 Metamorphosis: A Story in Pictures, America, mid-19th century, watercolor and ink on paper depicting a story of curiosities and morals, four pages each with upper and lower lift-up leaves forming twelve pictorial sections with rhyming inscriptions, depicting Adam and Eve, turning into a mermaid, a lion turning into a griffon and an eagle; a young man, who seeks wealth and riches in business, and gold and silver, and his ultimate end: old age, sickness, and death, (page separation, minor toning, foxing, and stains), each page approx. 6 x 4 opening to 12 1/4 x 4 in. $800-1,200
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109 Floral Fabric Appliqué Covered Box, attributed to George Lawton, Sr. (1813-1885), Rhode Island, 1839, rectangular wooden box covered with paper decorated with applied artfully arranged cutout printed floral fabric segments, bordered with applied printed paper borders, the back of the box with applied cutout printed text fragments reading: “C.C. LAWTON/MARCH THE 5 AD 1839/NO 1,” with remains of old leather hinges, ht. 3, wd. 4, dp. 3 1/8 in. Literature: See Expressions of Innocence and Eloquence: Selections from the Jane Katcher Collection of Americana, Vol. II, by David Schorsch, Eileen Smiles (Seattle: Marquand Books, 2006), pp. 183-84. This box is described as the earliest known box attributed to George Lawton, Sr., “based on the name [C.C. LAWTON], this box was probably made as a present for his first child, Cynthia Coggeshall Lawton, who was born on September 21, 1838.” $400-600
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110 Framed Lover’s Knot, dated February 1855, watercolor and ink on paper, depicting a symmetrical interwoven design with sentimental inscriptions, given to the bride by the groom on the occasion of their marriage, according to the inscriptions and cutout inscriptions applied to the mat below: “Samuel Fisher and Sarah P. Eddleman Wheare Lawfully Married the Twentieth Day of March in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred And fifty five 1855,” (minor toning, not examined out of frame), sight size 6 3/4 x 6 5/8 in., matted, in a period, molded, painted wood frame. $400-600 111 David Y. Ellinger (Pennsylvania, 1913-2003) Theorem of Fruit, a Birdcage, Birds, and a Butterfly on a Marble-top Table. Signed l.r., 23 1/4 x 29 1/4 in., in original molded tiger maple frame. $800-1,200
112 David Y. Ellinger (Pennsylvania, 1913-2003) Theorem of Flowers in an Urn Ornamented with an Eagle. Signed l.r., 15 x 12 1/4 in., in original paint-decorated grained frame. Condition: Very good. $500-700 113 David Y. Ellinger (Pennsylvania, 1913-2003) Theorem of a Basket of Flowers on a Marble Table. Signed l.l., 14 x 14 1/2 in., in original faux tiger maple grained frame. Condition: Very good. $400-600
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114 Chippendale Carved Walnut Chest-onframe, Pennsylvania, last half 18th century, the case of nine thumbmolded drawers set on a valanced frame joining short cabriole legs ending in stockinged trifid feet, refinished, old replaced brasses, (minor restoration), ht. 79 1/2, case wd. 38 3/4, case dp. 21 in. $4,000-6,000
115 Chippendale Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, c. 1760-80, the case of eight thumbmolded drawers with flanking reeded quarter columns on ogee bracket feet, refinished, replaced brasses, (imperfections), ht. 60 3/4, case wd. 39 1/2, case dp. 20 in. $3,000-5,000
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116 Chippendale Carved Walnut Dressing Table, Pennsylvania, c. 1750-70, the rectangular top with applied molded edge, on a case of five thumbmolded drawers flanked by leafy vine-carved quarter columns, and a valanced skirt joining cabriole legs ending in claw-and-ball feet, replaced brasses, (minor imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 34, dp. 21 1/2 in. $6,000-8,000
117 Chippendale Carved Walnut Drop-leaf Dining Table, Pennsylvania, c. 1760-80, the rectangular drop-leaf top on molded cabriole legs continuing to stockinged trifid feet joined by a valanced apron with shaped knee returns, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. open 52, dp. 48 in. $2,000-3,000
118 Chippendale Carved Walnut Side Chair, Philadelphia, c. 1760-80, the serpentine carved crest rail with scroll terminals centering a carved shell and foliate device, above the pierced splat, on frontal cabriole legs with acanthus-carved knees ending in claw-andball feet, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 40, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500
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119 Chippendale Carved Walnut Side Chair, Philadelphia, c. 1760-80, the serpentine scratch-beaded crest rail with scroll terminals centering a carved shell and foliate device, the shell-carved front seat rail, on frontal cabriole legs with shell-carved knees ending in trifid feet, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 40 1/2, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. Literature: For an identical example in the Garvan Collection at Yale University, see American Chairs: Queen Anne and Chippendale, John T. Kirk (New York, 1972), p. 76, number 61. $1,500-2,500
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120 Set of Eight Chippendale Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Philadelphia, c. 1760-80, with serpentine cresting centering the carved shell, above vasiform splat and raking stiles, trapezoidal slip seats, on frontal cabriole legs ending in stockinged trifid feet, and rounded rear raked legs joined by a cutout seat frame, (minor imperfections and repairs, one chair of later date), ht. 39 1/2, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. $15,000-25,000
121 Walnut Tilt-top Table, probably Pennsylvania, mid-18th century, the circular molded top on a birdcage support and a suppressed ball ring-turned post with tripod cabriole leg base ending in pointed pad feet on platforms, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 29, dia. 21 in. $1,000-1,500 121
122 Chippendale Carved Mahogany Tilt-top Tea Table, 18th century, the circular molded pie crust top on a birdcage platform, and acanthus-carved, punchwork-decorated, turned and fluted post on a tripod cabriole leg base with scroll and acanthus-carved knees, all on elongated claw-and-ball feet, (imperfections), ht. 28, dia. 35 in. $3,000-5,000
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123 Chippendale Tiger Maple Slant-lid Desk, possibly Chester County, Pennsylvania, late 18th century, the lid opens to an interior with a prospect door with tombstone panel, flanked by fluted document drawers, valanced compartments, and drawers, above a case of thumbmolded drawers, two of which are lidded candle drawers, flanked by reeded quarter columns, all on ogee bracket feet, (restoration and imperfections), ht. 44, wd. 44 3/4, dp. 22 in. $3,000-5,000
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124 Carved Yellow Pine Tall Case Timepiece, William Sharswood, Philadelphia, 1772, the hood with a flat cove cornice above the glazed tombstone door flanked by freestanding columns opening to a silvered engraved brass dial with “Willm Sharswood Philadelphia, 1772� within a circle in the arch, with eight-day brass weight-driven movement, seconds hand and calendar aperture, on a thumbmolded shaped waist door and base with raised panel, on ogee bracket feet, refinished, ht. 91 1/4 in. $2,000-3,000 125 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Elliptical Front Bureau, Philadelphia, c. 1810-15, the top with square corners on a conforming case of four cockbeaded drawers all on ring-turned reeded legs, replaced brasses, refinished, ht. 42, case wd. 41 1/2, case dp. 22 1/2 in. $800-1,200 126 Northern European School, Late 18th/Early 19th Century Three Portraits of Napoleon, Josephine, and Martin Van Buren. Unsigned, subjects identified in inscriptions below. Reversepainting on glass, 7 1/2 x 4 3/4 to 8 3/8 x 6 in., in period molded wood frames. $300-500
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127 Lucy Douglass (Massachusetts, c. 1810) The Royal Psalmist. Signed and titled in ink in the lower margin. Watercolor on paper, 17 3/4 x 25 1/2 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Repaired tears, not examined out of frame. Provenance: Retains two paper labels from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York, one dated 1947, the other undated. Exhibitions: There are two paper labels retained on the reverse, one indicating the painting was loaned to the Museum of Modern Art for the Exhibition of American Art 1609-1938, in Paris, 1938; the other a partial label from the Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford, Connecticut. Note: A note on the reverse indicates the painting was cleaned by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. $30,000-50,000
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128 Embroidered and Painted Silk Mourning Picture: “Sacred to the Memory of the Illustrious Washington,” probably Philadelphia, c. 1807, worked in silk threads and chenille on a silk ground with painted faces and details, oval picture depicting a landscape with a weeping willow and two other trees and two young women and a young girl beside a monument, surmounted with an urn inscribed “GW,” the monument is inscribed “SACRED to the MEMORY of the Illustrious WASHINGTON,” one woman leans in grief upon the monument while the other woman adorns the monument with a garland of flowers, (toning), 16 x 19 3/4 in., in an oval molded gold-painted frame. Note: A similarly composed Washington mourning picture was formerly in the Betty Ring collection, and was sold with her collection at Sotheby’s, Sale 8832, Lot 630, January 22, 2012; another was apparently part of the H. Eugene Bolles Collection, gift to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. $2,000-3,000
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129 Silk Needlework Mourning Picture, America, c. 1805, executed in silk embroidery threads on a silk foundation with painted heads and arms on the figures, depicting a crypt with two ladies dressed in classical gowns mourning beside a large monument topped with an obelisk and an urn inscribed “They Rest in Hope,” the monument with a leaf-bordered oval reserve inscribed with the names, ages, and death dates of the deceased: “Sacred to the Memories of Four Brothers & One Sister...,” the dates ranging from 1795 to 1802, and “Inscribed By Their Sister Char’l; White,” on a checkered floor, (minor stains to background u.r.), 16 1/2 x 19 1/2 in., in original molded giltwood frame with eglomise mat with two gilt trumpeting angels above the tableau, and conforming gilt columns and arch. $300-500
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130 Needlework Pictorial Sampler, “Maria Gulielma Atkinson/Her Sampler August 6 1800,” worked in silk threads on wool gauze, with a rectangular reserve depicting a woman leaning against an anchor, the symbol of hope, over a pious verse surrounded by flower and bird motifs, above a floral swag dividing the lower register depicting Adam and Eve and the tree with encircling serpent, flanked by animals and trees and the verse from Genesis chapter 3 verse 13, all enclosed in a geometric flowering vine, (light toning, losses to background fabric, light stain u.r.), 16 1/2 x 12 in. $800-1,200 131 Needlework Sampler, “Wrought by Betsey R. Slade of Somerset/aged 11 Years AD 1836,” Massachusetts, worked in silk threads on a linen ground with four rows of alphabets above maker’s inscriptions, and a scene with a Federal house with two chimneys, flanked by trees and with figures of a lady and gentleman, stylized flowers and birds in the foreground, enclosed in a geometric floral border, (toning, fading), sight size 15 3/4 x 16 3/4 in., in a blue-painted wood frame. Note: Betsy Read Slade was born September 22, 1825, in Somerset, Massachusetts, the daughter of Samuel and Peggy Slade. $600-800
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132 Needlework Sampler, “Mary Anne Drought/ Droughtville Forest/1807,� Ireland, finely worked in silk threads on a wool gauze ground with four rows of alphabets over a reserve with a basket of flowers atop a monument inscribed with a pious verse, and flanked by flowering potted plants, with diamond, floral, acorn, and geometric borders, (losses, toning, stains), 13 x 10 3/4 in., in a later mahogany veneer wood frame. $300-500
133 American School, 19th Century Theorem of a Basket of Fruit. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 12 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. overall, in a red, black, and gold paintdecorated frame. Condition: Minor toning. $800-1,200
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Theorem of a Basket of Fruit. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 10 x 11 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame. Condition: Light toning and stains, creases in l.l. and u.r. corners. $400-600
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135 American School, Reportedly Maine, 19th Century
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A Theorem of Flowers, Fruit, and a Moth. Unsigned. Paint on velvet, sight size 19 1/2 x 25 3/4 in., in a later mahogany frame. Condition: Light toning. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $1,500-2,500
136 American School, Probably Maine, 19th Century Theorem of Fruit in Glass Bowl. Unsigned. Paint on velvet, 21 x 16 3/4 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Light toning, otherwise good. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York, dated 1941, in which it is noted “Considered the finest example in this medium.� $1,500-2,500
137 American School, 19th Century Theorem of Fruit on a Marble Plinth. Unsigned. Paint on velvet, 10 1/4 x 11 1/2 in., in a period black-painted and gilt-gessoed wood frame. Condition: Toning, fabric slightly rippled. 136
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Provenance: Retains a 1943 paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $1,000-1,500
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138 American School, 19th Century Seashells and Seaweed Composition. Unsigned. Paint on velvet, 7 x 11 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor toning and small light stains. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $1,200-1,500 139 American School, 19th Century Small Theorem of Fruit in a Glass Compote. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 7 3/4 x 9 1/2 in., in a period mustard- and black-painted molded wood frame. Condition: Minor toning and foxing. $700-900
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140 American School, 19th Century A Massachusetts Seaside Cottage. Unsigned. A collage of cutout watercolor on paper with applied dried seaweed, 9 x 12 in., in a period, brown-painted, mitered wood frame. Condition: Minor toning, scattered small seaweed losses, minor tear u.r. edge. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $600-800
141 Attributed to Joseph H. Davis (Maine, New Hampshire, 1811-1865) Portrait of a Mother and Son. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 9 3/4 x 11 3/4 in., in a period, painted, molded wood frame. Condition: Repair, minor toning, cleaned. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York, which states it was originally from the Wilde collection, New England. $6,000-8,000
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142 American School, Reportedly New England, c. 1800 Mourning Picture: “A Mother at the Grave of her Child.” Unsigned, titled in ink inscription below painting. Watercolor on paper, 9 x 7 in., in a period, black-painted, molded wood frame. Condition: Minor toning, otherwise good. Provenance: Retains a paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York, indicating it was from the Mergentine collection in May of 1945. $1,500-2,500
143 American School, 19th Century Memorial Theorem. Unsigned. Paint on velvet, depicting two monuments with two women grieving beside them and two trees flanking a large church, (toning, light stains), 21 1/4 x 23 1/2 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame. $800-1,200 144 American School, 19th Century 142
Pictorial Memorial Picture: “Sacred to the Memory of Catherine Myers.” Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, depicting a village scene with a stone church beside a graveyard where three mourners stand beside a large urntopped monument which is inscribed: “Sacred to the Memory of Catherine Myers, wife of Reuben Meyers/Who Departed the Life May the 12th 1834/Aged 52 y.” over a sentimental verse, 24 x 31 1/2 in., in a later molded giltwood frame with gilt liner. Condition: Backed with linen, losses u.c. and u.l., toning, minor tears u.l. and l.l., foxing. $800-1,200
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145 James Sanford Ellsworth (American, 1802/03-1874) Pair of Husband and Wife Portrait Miniatures. Signed “Ellsworth Painter” below the subjects. Watercolor on paper, depicting the half-length subjects in profile, holding a book, surrounded by shaded gray cloud-like formations, sight size 2 3/4 x 2 1/2 in., in a common period mahogany frame. Condition: Minor toning, a few superfluous black specks on background, frame with repaired cracks.
Exhibitions: These portrait miniatures are listed and described in The paintings of James Sanford Ellsworth, itinerant folk artist, 1802-1873, catalog of an exhibition presented by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Collection, Williamsburg, Virginia, October 13– December 1, 1974. $1,500-2,500
Provenance: Formerly in the Follansbee collection, Lucy B. Mitchell collection, then by family descent.
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146 James Sanford Ellsworth (American, 1802/03-1874) Pair of Portrait Miniatures of a Boy and a Girl, c. 1845. Signed “J.S. ELLSWORTH PX.” below the subjects. Watercolor on paper, depicting the half-length subjects in profile, both highlighted with shaded gray clouds, 3 1/4 x 2 3/8 in., in period molded giltwood frames. Condition: Minor light toning. $1,000-1,500
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147 James Sanford Ellsworth (American, 1802/03-1874) Pair of Portrait Miniatures of Samuel A. Gager and Wealthy Ann Huntington Gager, c. 1843. Unsigned. Watercolor on valentine paper with embossed borders, depicting the half-length subjects in profile, seated in red upholstered chairs, their heads highlighted by shaded gray clouds, 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 in., in period pressed-paper cases. Condition: Light toning and creases.
Exhibitions: These portrait miniatures are listed and described in The paintings of James Sanford Ellsworth, itinerant folk artist, 1802-1873, catalog of an exhibition presented by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Collection, Williamsburg, Virginia, October 13– December 1, 1974. $1,500-2,500
Provenance: Lucy B. Mitchell collection, then by family descent.
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148 James Sanford Ellsworth (American, 1802/03-1874) Pair of Portrait Miniatures of Simon and Margaret Douglas Bottum. Signed on front “Ellsworth Painter” below the subjects, probably painted in South Shaftsbury, Vermont, c. 1842 or 1845. Watercolor on paper, depicting the half-length subjects in profile in oval reserves, the woman holding a red book, both surrounded by shaded gray cloud-like formations, sight size 4 3/8 x 3 5/8 in., in period mahogany veneer frames. Condition: Toning, foxing, repaired tears, creases, some with paint loss.
Exhibitions: These portrait miniatures are listed and described in The paintings of James Sanford Ellsworth, itinerant folk artist, 1802-1873, catalog of an exhibition presented by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Collection, Williamsburg, Virginia, October 13– December 1, 1974. Note: Simon Bottum (1824-1904) and Margaret Douglas (1824-1884) were married in 1824 or 1845 in South Shaftsbury, Vermont. Their portraits were thought by the family to have been wedding portraits. $1,500-2,500
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Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman, Reportedly a Self-portrait of the Artist, c. 1840s. Signed on backing paper in ink in script “Jas. S. Ellsworth Portrait Painter.” Watercolor on valentine paper with embossed borders, half-length portrait, 3 1/4 x 2 3/4 in., in half of a period pressed-paper case. Condition: Very good. $600-800
150 James Sanford Ellsworth (American, 1802/03-1874) Small Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Ruffled Bonnet, c. 1845. Unsigned. Watercolor on heavy paper watermarked “TWP 1842,” depicting a half-length profile portrait, highlighted with shaded gray cloudlike formations, 3 1/8 x 2 5/8 in., in a period rosewood veneer frame. Condition: Minor toning, glue residue at l.l. corner. Provenance: Lucy B. Mitchell collection, then by family descent. Exhibitions: This portrait miniature is listed and described in The paintings of James Sanford Ellsworth, itinerant folk artist, 18021873, catalog of an exhibition presented by the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Collection, Williamsburg, Virginia, October 13– December 1, 1974. $400-600 150
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151 American School, 19th Century Small Portrait of a Young Man Wearing a Blue Jacket. Unsigned. Watercolor and pencil on paper, half-length portrait, 8 1/2 x 5 3/4 in., in a grain-painted mitered wood frame. Condition: Very good. $300-500
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152 Framed Silhouette Portrait of a Gentleman, c. 1830s, cut and pasted bust-length portrait, the body placed on white fabric to highlight shirt and collar, then placed on paperboard with two applied black cut paper oval mats on white-stripe-painted paper and paisley-printed fabric background, 5 3/4 x 3 5/8 in. overall, in a period molded giltwood frame. $300-500
153 Rufus Porter (American, 1792-1884) Small Profile Portrait of a Young Man, Moses Hale Pil[l]sbury. Unsigned, sitter identified in inscriptions on the reverse and on a paper label. Watercolor on paper, oval portrait, 3 1/2 x 2 3/4 in., in a blue eglomise and gilt mat and period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor toning. Note: Moses Hale Pillsbury was born in Boscawen, Merrimack County, New Hampshire, on June 12, 1800 to Moses Pillsbury and Martha Hale. He married Lucy Mackintire and they had six children. He passed away on March 13, 1841, in Boston. $300-500
154 Samuel Rowell (Massachusetts/New Hampshire, 1815-1890)
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Profile Portrait Miniature of a Young Man, Joseph Ropes. Artist and sitter identified in penciled inscriptions on verso and on backing paper. Watercolor on paperboard heightened with gum arabic, 3 3/4 x 3 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor toning, minute paint losses on gum arabic application. $300-500
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Pair of Small Full-length Portraits of a Young Man and Woman. Indistinct painted possible signature and date “J.L. B----1846” inscribed on pages of book the man is holding. Watercolor and ink on paper, 12 3/4 x 8 in., in matching mahogany veneer frames. Condition: Toning, scattered foxing, light stains. $1,000-1,500
Small Portrait of a Woman Holding a Pink Rose, c. 1845. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 4 1/2 x 3 7/8 in., in a period, blackpainted, molded wood frame. Condition: Minor toning. $400-600
Small Portrait of a Woman Holding a Red Book and Seated on a Classical Sofa, c. 1840. Signed “SARTAIN” in pencil l.r. Watercolor on paper, 7 x 5 1/4 in., in a period mitered wood frame. Condition: Toning, small area of residue on drapery. $300-500
156 American School, 19th Century Small Profile Portrait of a Man Seated on a Chair. Unsigned. Watercolor and pencil on paper, sight size 3 1/2 x 3 3/4 in., in a period black-painted wood frame. Condition: Minor toning and foxing, not examined out of frame. Provenance: The reverse bears a 1988 paper label from the American Folk Art Gallery, New York City. The work is reported to have been found in Reading, Pennsylvania. $600-800
158 American School, 19th Century Small Portrait of Man at a Table with a Quill Pen and Letter. Unsigned, inscribed “Painted by Joseph when a boy” on verso. Watercolor on paper, 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 in., in a period molded and painted wood frame. Condition: Toning, foxing. Provenance: Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $400-600
160 American School, 19th Century Profile Portrait Miniature of a Young Man, c. 1820s. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper heightened with gum arabic, 3 x 2 1/2 in. oval portrait, in a period brass over composition frame with applied brass grape clusters and brass liner. Condition: Minute paint loss to hair and to specks on jacket. $200-250
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161 Queen Anne Carved Cherry Scroll-top Fan-carved High Chest of Drawers, Connecticut, c. 1740-60, the upper case with molded cornice and swan’s neck cresting centering a plinth with flame-carved finial and flanking finials above three thumbmolded short drawers and four graduated drawers, set into the lower section of two short drawers above three short drawers, both cases flanked simulated stop-fluted pilasters topped by rosettes, brasses possibly original, refinished, ht. 90, case wd. 40, case dp. 19 3/4 in. $6,000-8,000
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162 Paint-decorated Tinware Dome-top Trunk, America, early 19th century, with wire swing handle on the lid painted with a foliate chain border in yellow, the sides decorated with red, yellow, and green flowers and yellow pinwheel devices on a black ground, (scattered paint loss), ht. 6 3/4, wd. 6, lg. 9 1/4 in. $600-800
163 Paint-decorated Tinware Coffeepot, reportedly Pennsylvania, early 19th century, lighthouse-form with angled spout, hinged lid, and ear-shaped handle, ornamented on the sides with two round reserves depicting red, yellow, and green blossoms on a black ground, (minor paint wear), ht. 9 in. $600-800
164 Paint-decorated Tinware Dome-top Trunk, America, early 19th century, the rectangular form with iron wire swing handle on the slightly domed cover, the top and sides embellished with hand-painted flowers, leaves, and berries in red, green, and yellow on a black ground, (minor paint wear), ht. 5 3/8, wd. 8 7/8, dp. 4 3/8 in. $300-500
165 Paint-decorated Tinware Bread Tray, reportedly Philadelphia, early 19th century, rectangular, with everted handles, ornamented with hand-painted stylized fruit and foliage in red, green, and yellow on a black ground, (paint wear around edges), ht. 2 1/2, wd. 7 7/8, lg. 12 3/4 in. $400-600
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166 Two Fan-carved Mahogany Drawers, late 18th century, with dovetail construction, each with brass ring pull, ht. 6 5/8, wd. 12 7/8, dp. 18 1/4 in. $200-300
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167 Carved Maple Scroll-top Chest-on-chest, southern New England, last half 18th century, the molded swan’s neck cresting with carved pinwheel terminals above a two-part case of eleven thumbmolded drawers, the center top drawer with circular carved fan, all on bracket feet, brasses appear to be original, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 80, lower case wd. 38 3/4, lower case dp. 20 1/2 in. $3,000-5,000
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168 Paint-decorated Leather Fire Bucket, America, c. 1810, the bucket with polychrome decoration depicting a stylized flower and scrolled leaves with “EBEN. FRANCIS” inscribed on a banner over the inscription “A.F.S./1810” on a red-painted ground with black collar and red-painted swing handle, with two indistinct impressed manufacturer’s names on either side of the back seam, (imperfections), ht. to top of collar 12 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500
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170 Painted Leather Fire Bucket, Beverly, Massachusetts, c. 1795, the bucket painted creamy white with an oval reserve inscribed “D. WALLIS/BEVERLY” in black lettering and central black oval with “1795” painted in white, surrounded by a brown-painted bellflower wreath, red-painted collar and handle, (handle separated from rim, scattered retouch), ht. 12 in. $700-900
169 Painted Cambridge, Massachusetts, Leather Fire Bucket, c. 1823, barrel-form bucket painted green with red collar, and yellow inscriptions: “No 1/CAMBRIDGE/ U.F.S./N. FISK/1823,” (imperfections), ht. 12 in. $1,000-1,500
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171 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Drop-leaf Table, attributed to Thomas Seymour, c. 1810-15, with single drawer and skirt bordered by tiger maple banding and ebonized stringing, joining vaseand ring-turned, reeded, tapering legs, old surface, ht. 29 1/4, top dp. 35 3/4, wd. closed 20 1/4 in. $800-1,200
172 Federal Carved Mahogany Cylinder-top Desk, attributed to Thomas Seymour, Boston, c. 1816, the opens to an interior of four valanced compartments flanked by drawers with turned ivory pulls, and a pullout writing surface with and adjustable easel, above a case of two cockbeaded half drawers all on square tapering legs ending in casters, the right side with a pullout work surface, old surface, old replaced brasses, (imperfections), ht. 41, wd. 42 3/4, dp. 24 3/4 in. $3,000-5,000
173 Federal Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Glazed Desk Bookcase, Massachusetts, c. 1815, in two parts, the top section with shaped cornice centering a rectangular panel above two glazed doors opening to a shelved interior with three drawers and valanced compartments, on the projecting base with foldout writing surface and four cockbeaded drawers all on flaring French feet, old brass pulls, old surface, ht. with finial 76 3/4, lower case wd. 41 1/4, lower case dp. 20 1/2 in. $1,000-1,500 174 Federal Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Dressing Mirror, America, early 19th century, the oval frame on conformingly shaped supports above two cockbeaded drawers flanking a recessed shelf with elliptical drawer, with turned ivory pulls and feet, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 23, wd. 19 1/4, dp. 8 1/2 in. $400-600 175 Mahogany Veneer Tea Caddy with Motherof-pearl Inlay, England, early 19th century, rectangular box with hinged lid, centered with small rectangular plaque with cavetto corners, the interior fitted with two lift-out mahogany containers with hinged lids flanking a glass mixing bowl, (repairs), ht. 6 1/4, wd. 12, dp. 6 in. $600-800
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176 Mahogany Cutlery Box, England or America, early 19th century, dovetail-constructed box with three divided compartments, brass handle, (minor losses), overall ht. 6, wd. 12 1/4, lg. 13 5/8 in. $300-500
177 Classical Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Sofa, Thomas Seymour, possibly for James Barker, with carving attributed to Thomas Wightman, Boston, c. 1815-19, the shaped and reeded back with concave paneled center flanked by carved rosettes, on outward scrolling arms with paneled and similarly carved fronts, all on the paneled front rail and shaped legs flanked by concentric ring bosses ending in cast brass hairy paw casters, old finish, (minor imperfections), ht. 36 1/4, overall lg. 84, dp. 26 in. $3,000-5,000
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178 Set of Twelve Federal Carved Mahogany Shield-back Dining Chairs, attributed to Thomas Burling or Robert Carter, New York, c. 1790, consisting of two armchairs and ten sides, the molded crests above reeded and “fish-scale� carved splats converging at a petal-carved lunette, on overupholstered shaped seats on square tapering front legs ending in spade feet, the two armchairs with shaped arms with rosette-carved terminals on concave supports, old surface, (some repairs), ht. 38 1/2, seat ht. 17 in. Note: Similar chairs are in prominent public collections, including Winterthur, the Smithsonian, Yale University, and Boscobel. There is some speculation that both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson owned large sets of similar chairs made by Thomas Burling, based on historical records that show substantial payments by each of those men to Burling in 1790. $25,000-35,000
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179 Federal Carved Mahogany “Racquet-back� Side Chair, probably New York, c. 1800, with overupholstered seat with serpentine front rail, and molded tapering front legs, ht. 35 3/4, seat ht. 17 in. $400-600
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180 Federal Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Sideboard, New York, c. 1800, the top with elliptical center flanked by concave ends with edge of inlaid crossbanding and stringing above a conforming case of five cockbeaded drawers and two hinged cupboard doors inlaid with stringing and quarterfans, all on square double-tapering legs ending in cuffs, replaced brasses, (minor imperfections), ht. 40, case wd. 66 1/2, dp. 26 in. $6,000-8,000
181 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Drop-leaf Table, c. 1795-1800, the oval top inlaid with geometric stringing on a conforming apron, the edge with line and block band inlay, continuing to square tapering string-inlaid legs ending in cuffs, ht. 29 1/2, wd. 19 1/2, dp. 33 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500
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182 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Server, New York, c. 1815-20, the reeded top above a case of three cockbeaded drawers with half-engaged reeded columns continuing to vase- and ring-turned spiral turned legs and turned feet with brass caps, joined by a medial shelf, refinished, old replaced brasses, ht. 36 3/4, wd. 35 1/2, overall dp. 18 in. $3,000-5,000
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Portrait Miniature of a Young Woman Seated Before Her Dressing Table Holding a Portrait Miniature. Unsigned. Watercolor and gouache on ivory, 2 1/2 x 2 3/8 in., in a pendant oval gold case with plaited hair in an oval aperture on the reverse. Condition: Good, the inside of the glass is spotted with whitish residue. $700-900
Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman. Unsigned. Watercolor on ivory, oval bustlength portrait, 2 1/2 x 2 in., in a chased gilt-brass case with small oval window on the reverse with a plait of hair surrounding a small engraved picture of a young lady, and a red moroccan leather oval case. Condition: Minor paint loss l.l. edge. $400-600
183 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Tilt-top Candlestand, attributed to the workshop of Duncan Phyfe, New York City, c. 1815, the shaped top with reeded edge on a vase- and ring-turned reeded support, on tripod base of outward-flaring tapering reeded legs ending in brass cap casters, (imperfections), ht. 29 1/4, wd. 28, dp. 18 in. $1,500-2,500
185 Two Portrait Miniatures of Children, c. 1810, watercolor on ivory, oval half-length portraits, one depicting a girl wearing a white gown and a black lace bonnet seated next to a small table set with a small basket, an open box, and her doll, the other depicting a gingerhaired child wearing a blue gown with white ruffled collar and sleeves, (paint loss on edge), both 2 3/8 x 2 in., unframed. $1,000-1,500
187 American School, 19th Century Pair of Small Husband and Wife Portraits. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 6 1/4 x 4 1/4 in., in period molded giltwood frames. Condition: Toning. $700-900
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188 Attributed to George Beck (British/ Baltimore/Philadelphia, 1748-1812) A North View of the City of Washington. Unsigned, titled in a period ink inscription on verso. Gouache on paper, 14 1/2 x 19 1/2 in., in a later molded giltwood frame with eglomise mat. Condition: Minor specks of paint loss, small moisture stain c.l. Note: George Beck was a landscape artist born in Staffordshire, England. He was mostly self-educated and was employed in 1776 by the Corps of Royal Engineers, drawing maps and battle plans in the Tower of London, which helped to hone his artistic talents. His early British landscapes and those by his wife Mary, also an artist, were featured at the Royal Academy of London from 1780-1793. In 1795, the couple migrated to the United States, hoping the sale of their paintings would be more profitable. The Becks first lived in Baltimore, where George painted scenes of the Potomac River, including two works, The Potomac River Breaking through the Blue Ridge and The Great Falls of the Potomac (c. 1796-1797)
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189 Pair of Mahogany Inlaid Card Tables, probably Baltimore, Maryland, c. 1795, the folding D-shaped top bordered by stringing and crossbanding of contrasting woods opening to felt playing surface, on the bases inlaid with rectangular banded panels centering raised panels with a diamond, on similarly inlaid square tapering legs ending in brass cap casters, (imperfections), ht. 30, wd. 36, dp. 17 3/4 in. $7,000-9,000
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190 Federal Mahogany Inlaid Card Table, Baltimore, Maryland, late 18th century, the string-inlaid top, geometric inlaid frame and legs with budded branches ending in spade feet, (imperfections), ht. 29 1/2, wd. 41, dp. 21 in. $1,500-2,500
191 Pair of Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Side Chairs, Baltimore, c. 1815-30, the scrolled crest rail joining stiles continuing to raking rear legs, above the reeded square back of four Gothic arches divided by reeded spindles, and overupholstered compass seat on turned and reeded circular front legs with faceted flaring feet, old refinish, (repairs), ht. 32 1/4, wd. 19, dp. 21 in.
192 Attributed Charles Balthazar Julien Ferret de Saint-Memen (American, 1770-1852) Profile Portrait of a Gentleman. Unsigned. Charcoal and white chalk on pink paper, sight size 19 3/4 x 16 1/2 in., in a later painted and gilded wood frame. Condition: Minor light stray lines and a few small surface abrasions to background, paper slightly rippled, not examined out of frame. $3,000-5,000
Literature: For discussions of identical chairs, refer to p. 125 of Weidman and Goldsborough’s Classical Maryland 18151845, or to Weidman’s Furniture in Maryland: 1740-1940, pp. 114-15, figure 63. $600-800
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193 Attributed to Samuel Lovett Waldo (American, 1783-1861) Pair of Portraits of General Jonas Mapes and Elizabeth (Tylee) Mapes. Unsigned, subjects identified on brass plaques below. Oil on panel, 38 x 23 3/4 in., in matching ornate gilt-gesso frames. Condition: Retouch primarily to portrait of Elizabeth, both portraits cleaned and varnished. Note: General Jonas Mapes was born in Southold, Long Island, September 6, 1768. He was the son of James Deliverance Hawkins Mapes. He was commissioned as ensign in New York, October 15, 1794, and rose in rank to major general in command of the New York State troops. Mapes founded the Savings Bank on Bleeker Street in New York City and was instrumental in the establishment of the New York Institute for the Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb, which incorporated in 1817. He was senior partner of the import and tailoring firm of Mapes & Son of New York City. He married Elizabeth Tylee of New York City on October 12 1796, and had four children. He died in New York City, July 10, 1827. $4,000-6,000
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194 American School, 19th Century Portraits of Prominent Bostonians Nathaniel Thayer and Pauline (Revere) Thayer. Unsigned, the subjects’ names inscribed in pencil on the backs of the frames, and “Thayer” on the stretchers. Oil on canvas, 11 x 9 in., in matching gilt-gesso frames. Condition: Minor retouch on the gentleman’s jacket, minor paint loss on portrait of the woman, both with stable craquelure.
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195 Attributed to Thomas Sully (Pennsylvania/ England, 1783-1872) Portrait of Louisa Catherine Carroll (1809-?) and Her Child. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, circular portrait, dia. 27 1/2 in., in a period carved and gilded frame. Condition: Relined, retouch. Provenance: By family descent to the consignor. Exhibitions: The Baltimore Museum of Art, Anywhere So Long As There Be Freedom: Charles Carroll of Carrollton, His Family & His Maryland, September 30–November 30, 1975. The portrait is illustrated and discussed in the exhibition catalog, pp. 262-63.
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Note: Louisa Catherine Carroll was born October 2, 1809, the sixth child of Charles and Harriet (Chew) Carroll. Charles was the son of Charles Carroll III, a delegate to the Continental Congress and Confederation Congress, and later was the first United States Senator for Maryland, and also a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Her mother, Harriet Chew Carroll, was daughter of Chief Justice Samuel Chew of Philadelphia. Louisa was married to Isaac Rand Jackson in 1833 and they had five children. $8,000-12,000
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196 Classical Gilt-gesso and Wood Convex Mirror, probably England, early 19th century, the cresting of eagle with outstretched wings on an elaborate two-tiered leaf-carved plinth, on the circular molded frame with applied spherules and reeded ebonized liner flanked by floral devices above leaf-carved pendant, (imperfections), ht. 62, wd. 37 in. $3,000-5,000
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198 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Young Woman Wearing a Fancy Lacy White Bonnet and Collar. Indistinctly signed and dated on the reverse “S.D. painted by T. Ga---- January 1835.,� the canvas indistinctly stamped by a New York firm. Oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Retouch to figure and background. $1,000-1,500
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199 Classical Carved Cherry and Mahogany Veneer Dressing Table, probably New York State, c. 1820, the two-tiered case of seven cockbeaded drawers on vase- and ringturned, spiral- and pineapple-carved legs, refinished, (imperfections), old glass pulls, overall ht. 39 3/4, case wd. 37 3/4, case dp. 20 in. $1,000-1,500
200 Pair of Classical Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Card Tables, probably New York State, c. 1825, the folding tops opening to wells, above turned and acanthuscarved posts continuing to acanthuscarved legs and hairy paw feet, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 33, dp. 16 1/4 in. $800-1,200
201 American School, 19th Century Pair of Portraits of Mr. Henry L. McNeil and His Wife Martha, of Connecticut. Unsigned, the gentleman identified on a card attached to the stretcher. Oil on canvas, 29 3/4 x 25 in., in later molded giltwood frames. Condition: Craquelure with pigment separation on Martha’s portrait u.r. Note: Henry L. McNeil was born in Binghamton, New York, May 30, 1815. He married Martha J. Odell of Litchfield, Connecticut, on October 21, 1840, settling in Wolcottville, Connecticut, where they had four children. Henry died August 20, 1868. $3,000-5,000 201
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202 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Child Wearing a Red Dress and Holding a Kitten. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 32 1/2 x 26 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Relined, scattered retouch. $2,500-3,500
203 American School, 19th Century Portrait of “Henrietta Dunham Aged 21 March 1840.� Unsigned, subject identified in inscriptions on verso. Oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame; accompanied by a family related framed certificate of membership in the New England Society/Sons of New England, presented to Thomas Dunham, dated December 1842. Condition: Relined with window cut to view inscription, repaired tear, retouch, stable craquelure. $1,000-1,500
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Portrait of a Young Woman in a White Gown Holding Her Parasol. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Canvas applied to wood panel, minor scattered retouch. $3,000-5,000
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205 Attributed to Michele Felice Cornè (Italian/ American, 1752-1845) Self Portrait. Monogrammed indistinctly l.r., identified on a label from Childs Gallery, Boston, affixed to the strainer on the reverse. Oil on canvas, 29 1/2 x 24 1/2 in., framed. Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure. Provenance: Skinner Inc., Americana, March 26, 1994, Sale 1567, Lot 237. $1,500-2,500 206 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Young Blond-haired Child with Rosy Cheeks. Signed and dated “E.Paar Pinxt 1840.” and the name of the child, possibly Fanny, “--- ---- Octo’r 1840” indistinctly inscribed on a label affixed to the lower stretcher. Oil on canvas, 15 1/2 x 12 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Stable craquelure, very minor retouch. $800-1,200
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207 Three Chinese Export Porcelain Quadruped Decorated Soup Plates, late 18th century, with sepia and grisaille decoration, a pair depicting a standing otter at the center and one depicting a standing weasel at the center, with cobalt blue leafy vine and pendant flower borders, (imperfections), dia. 9 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
209 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Salts, late 18th century, oval footed form with gilt and cobalt blue decoration depicting an urn at center, with sawtooth, dot, and gilt-starred borders, (gilt and enamel losses), ht. 1 1/4, wd. 2 7/8, lg. 3 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
208 Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Tureen, late 18th/early 19th century, deep round bowl with domed cover decorated with flowering branches and Chinese landscapes, (chips to knop and handle edges), ht. 7 1/2, dia. 9 1/4, with handles 11 1/2 in.
210 Pair of Chinese Export Oval Fluted Covered Dishes with Undertrays, late 18th century, with blue and white underglaze decoration depicting buildings and vegetation in a Chinese waterway landscape, with trellis borders, (glaze roughness and chips on edges and high points), ht. 4 3/8, overall wd. 7 1/2, lg. 9 1/2 in.
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
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211 Fourteen Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Ware Items, late 18th century, two tea bowls, two demitasse cups, and two saucers decorated with the Arms of Baillie with the motto “Quid Clarius Astris” [What is brighter than the stars] inscribed on a banner, with underglaze blue trellis and spearhead, and gilt husk chain borders, c. 1785; a tea bowl and matching saucer with a gilt initial “N” in a giltstarred cobalt blue oval, with cobalt blue and gilt husk, trellis and pendant flower borders on the shaped rims; a matching cup and saucer with gilt grisaille floral decoration, and two matching tea bowls and saucers with grisaille Chinese waterway landscape decoration, with gilt and grisaille coin, pendant flower, and foliate chain rim borders, (imperfections), ht. to 2 1/2, dia. to 5 3/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
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212 Large Chinese Export Porcelain Punch Bowl, c. 1780, decorated in the Rose Mandarin palette, with enamel decorated flowers and orange Chinese landscapes in the rococo-shaped reserves, with key-pattern, plume, and cracked ice patterns on the interior rim borders, and spearhead, chain, floral swag, and trellis borders on the exterior rim, (two hairlines), ht. 5 7/8, dia. 14 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $1,000-1,500
213 Chinese Export Porcelain Center Dish, late 18th century, boat-shaped footed dish with gilt scroll handles, ornamented with draped shields on the sides, with gilt and polychrome enameled floral and fruit borders, ht. 6 3/4, wd. 6 7/8, lg. 13 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
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214 Chinese Export Porcelain Famille Verte Basin, 18th century, chamfered rectangular basin with a landscape with enameled tree with perching birds and flowers, with paneled borders of fruit and flowers and rim border with trellis, flowers, and insects, (chips and roughness on rim edge), ht. 2 7/8, wd. 11 1/8, lg. 13 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
215 Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Tureen and Undertray, late 18th century, oval fluted tureen with pinecone knop and shell handles decorated in the famille rose palette with enamel and gilt flowers and vegetation, (rim chips), overall ht. 9, wd. 12, lg. 16 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $800-1,200
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216 Chinese Export Famille Verte Soup Tureen, late 17th/early 18th century, oval tureen with cockerel finial on the shallow domed cover and iron red and gilt ogival handles, the cover and bowl sides decorated with enameled sprays of chrysanthemums alternating with hibiscus, with seeded green borders ornamented with phoenixes and peonies, the bowl interior with similar chrysanthemums and hibiscus blossoms and an insect perched on a buddleia spray below an iron red tassel and green trellis border below the rim, (imperfections), ht. 7, wd. 10, lg. 13 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $800-1,200
217 Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Tureen and Undertray, late 18th century, chamfered rectangular form with stem knop and boar’s head handles, decorated in a famille rose palette with allover polychrome flower sprigs, (imperfections), overall ht. 9 1/2, wd. 11 1/8, lg. 14 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $800-1,200
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218 Three Export Porcelain Cider Mugs, China, 18th century, of baluster form with ear-shaped handles with ruyi-head terminals, two mugs portraying vases of flowers, and one with a garden landscape, ht. 6 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $800-1,200
219 Large Chinese Export Rose Mandarin Porcelain Mug, c. 1780, cylindrical mug flaring at base with polychrome decoration with a reserve depicting families at leisure in a pavilion, and smaller shaped reserves with birds on branches, with underglaze blue cell diaper rim band and floral, foliate, and scroll borders, (repairs), ht. 8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
220 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Mugs, late 18th century, polychrome decoration with rococo-shaped reserves of families at leisure outside a pavilion in a river landscape, and smaller reserves with flowers, birds, and small landscapes, on an iron red, black, and gilt Y-diaper field, the larger with iron red and black cell diaper rim band, the smaller with underglaze blue cell diaper rim band and flowers, (imperfections), ht. 4 3/4, 4 3/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
221 Large Chinese Export Cider Mug Decorated with a Hunt Scene and an Imaridecorated Mug, c. 1750, both cylindrical form, one with famille rose palette depicting a hunting scene with western garbed figures on horseback, hounds, and a fox with underglaze blue butterfly and cell rim border and cell border around base, (handle repaired), ht. 5 5/8; and an Imari-decorated mug decorated with a scenic waterway landscape with blue underglaze trellis border, ht. 5 3/4 in.
222 Two Chinese Export Porcelain Cider Mugs, early 18th century, baluster form, one decorated in an Imari palette depicting tree peonies, rocks and a crab, (repaired), the other decorated with a waterway landscape, (hairline, minor rim chips), ht. 4 7/8, 5 3/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $200-400
223 Three Dutch Market Chinese Export Imari and Armorial Porcelain Items, late 17th/early 18th century, a covered bowl and two plates depicting the Arms Van Gellicum, the bowl with gilt lion finial, the bowl and plate centers depicting the crest, (imperfections), bowl ht. 6 1/4, dia. 7 1/2, plate dia. 10 3/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
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224 Four Chinese Export Imari-decorated Porcelain Table Items, early 18th century, a covered lighthouse-form coffeepot with perpendicular spout and handle decorated with chrysanthemum and tree peony, a tea bowl with dragon decoration, a small round bowl with panels of a child and flowers, and a shallow oval dish with a bird perched on a tree, ht. 1 3/4 to 8 7/8, dia. 2 7/8 to 9 5/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
225 Pair of Chinese Export Imari-decorated Porcelain Covered Spice Containers, early 18th century, lobed quatrefoil footed form, with two shaped interior compartments, with landscape and floral decoration, (imperfections), ht. 3 1/2, wd. 2 1/4, lg. 4 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $600-800
226 Three Chinese Export Imari-decorated Porcelain Plates, 18th century, a pair and a single with floral decoration, dia. 9, 10 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-500
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227 Chinese Export Imari-decorated Porcelain Plate, 18th century, the center decorated with a couple in European-dress strolling in a landscape, the rim ornamented with decorative furnishings and flowers, (minute rim chips), dia. 9 1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $300-400 228 Eighteen Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Ware Items, 18th century, the assembled group including a drum-form teapot, helmetform jug, covered sugar bowl, and a tea bowl and saucer with similar famille rose floral sprig decoration; two matching tea bowls and saucers made for the Swedish market with allover maroon and gilt stars, inscribed “C:Z:Wahlin,� with iron red and gilt spearhead interior rim borders; a teacup and saucer with puce floral decoration; a tea bowl and saucer with sepia landscape and buildings in an oval reserve; a tea bowl and saucer made for the Indian market depicting a woman in a landscape with nearby monkey; a single tea bowl with brown floral sprig decoration, two single saucers, each with a floral design, ht. to 5 7/8, dia. 2 7/8 to 9 7/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
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229 Twenty-nine Chinese Export Porcelain Table Items, 19th century, assembled group with twenty-three in the Rose Mandarin pattern: five dinner plates, two luncheon plates, one soup plate, a saucer, a small teapot, five small teacups, six small saucers, a covered soap dish with strainer, and a mug; also three small Rose Medallion pattern bowls, one with an orange dragon in the center; a famille rose decorated chop plate with enamel-painted floral sprigs at the center and blossoms and fruit on the border, dia. 12 3/4, and two Rose Canton pattern luncheon plates, ht. to 4 1/4, dia. to 10 1/8 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $700-900
230 Chinese Export Porcelain Partial Tea and Coffee Service, late 18th/early 19th century, each piece decorated with a single sepia flower sprig with gilt sepia and salmon enameled leaf and star spangled borders, comprising a drum-form teapot, lighthouseform coffeepot, covered sugar bowl, helmet cream jug, six luncheon or salad plates, six dessert plates, six teacups, six tea bowls, six small bowls or large tea bowls, six large saucers, twelve small saucers, an oblong reticulated fruit bowl with undertray, small bowl, oval platter, and six covered syllabubs, sixty-two pieces total, with painted inventory numbers on the bottom indicating the porcelain was likely in a museum collection, (imperfections), ht. to 5 3/8, dia. to 7 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $1,000-1,500 231 Ten Rouge-de-fer Decorated Chinese Export Porcelain Table Items, late 18th/ early 19th century, a barrel-form covered cider jug with gilt foo dog finial on the slightly domed cover, and lapped reeded handle with gilt foliate terminals, the cover and side of the jug decorated with Mandarin figures in various pursuits, with floral and butterfly borders, (repaired); four dinner plates, three decorated with Mandarin figures in the center with Taoist emblems decorating the rims, one plate decorated with peacocks amongst flowers and foliage and with Taoist emblems decorating the rims; five saucers ornamented with iron red landscapes painted at the center with trellis and blossom borders with Batavia brown painted undersides, (imperfections), cider jug ht. 9 1/2, plate dia. 9 3/4, 9 1/2, 4 1/8 in., respectively.
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232A Fourteen Porcelain DeWitt Clinton Dinner Service Plates, China, late 18th century, twelve dinner plates and two soup plates from a dinner service made for DeWitt Clinton (1769-1828) and his wife Maria (Franklin) Clinton, possibly on the occasion of their marriage in 1796, centered with a polychrome enameled waterway landscape with blossoming branch rim borders, (imperfections), dia. 9 1/8 in.
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $500-700
Provenance: Estate of Peter Rosenberg. $400-600
233 Chinese Export School, 19th Century Portrait of a Young Woman. Unsigned. Reverse-painting on glass, sight size 23 x 15 1/2 in., in original brown-painted carved wood frame. Condition: Minor paint loss l.l. and l.r., frame with losses and later paint. $200-400
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234 Chinese School, 19th Century Three Portraits of Ships in Chinese Coastal Waters. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 9 3/4 x 12 1/4 in., in period painted molded wood frames. Condition: Relined, scattered retouch primarily to background. $1,000-1,500
235 Japanese School, 19th Century Portrait of the Screw Steamer OREGONIAN in Coastal Waters. Inscribed “O-GHI-YAI. NAGASAKI/OREGONIAN/DRAWER.” along bottom. Gouache on paper applied to canvas, 19 x 27 3/8 in., in a period molded mahogany frame with gilt liner. Condition: Very good. $1,500-2,000
236 William Gay York[e] (New York/England, 1817-1892) Portrait of the American Ship WESTON MERRITT Off Liverpool. Signed and dated “Wm York L’pool/Jan1862” l.r. Oil on canvas, 25 x 36 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Canvas applied to cradled wood panel, minor scattered retouch. Provenance: Purchased from Marine Arts Gallery, Salem, Massachusetts. $8,000-10,000 237 Possibly John Christian Schetky (Scottish, 1778-1874) The Action Between H.M.S. Macedonian and American Frigate United States 25 October, 1812. Artist and scene identified in inscriptions below from a previous mounting. Watercolor on paper, 10 3/8 x 16 5/8 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Repaired tear c.l. edge, likely cleaned, hinged at the top. $300-500 238 American School, 19th Century Brig Marianne/John Harries Commander Struck by a B-- off Pomo. Unsigned, titled below. Watercolor and gouache on paper, 19 x 24 7/8 in., unframed. Condition: Work applied to paper, minor toning, small abrasion u.c. $300-500 234
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241 American School, 19th Century Portrait of the American Brig WISSAHICKON. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 17 x 24 in., in a later molded wood frame. Condition: Relined, craquelure with associated paint losses, retouch. $800-1,200
242 Antonio Nicolo Gasparo Jacobsen (Danish/ American, 1850-1921) Portrait of the Four-masted Scottish Bark STRATHGRYFE. Signed and dated “A. Jacobsen ‘97” l.r. Oil on canvas, 22 x 36 in., in a later molded gilt-gesso frame. Condition: Relined, minor scattered retouch to sails and sky. Note: The four-masted steel transport bark Strathgryfe was built by Russell & Co., Glasgow, in 1890. After a couple of Scottish owners she was purchased by a Portuguese company, and on August 24, 1918, the Graciosa, the Portuguese name given her, was sunk by a German submarine off the northwest coast of Scotland. $6,000-8,000
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239 Clement Drew (American, 1806-1889) Morning Star. In a Gale. Signed, titled, and dated “1857” on the lower stretcher on the reverse. Oil on canvas, 9 x 12 in., in a molded giltwood frame. Condition: Restored. $800-1,200
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240 Attributed to William P. Stubbs (American, 1842-1909) Portrait of the Three-masted Schooner SACHEUS SHERMAN in Coastal Waters. Unsigned, the vessel identified on pennant, bow, and stern. Oil on canvas, 25 1/2 x 42 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Relined, puncture with paint loss c.r., craquelure, minor retouch. $2,500-3,500
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Note: The USS Oregonian was a cargo ship built by the Delaware River Iron Shipbuilding and Engine Works, Chester, Pennsylvania. She was launched in 1901 and was operated by the American-Hawaiian Steamship Company until August 15, 1918, when she was commissioned into the Naval Overseas Transportation Service at Norfolk, Virginia, for a time, then decommissioned and returned to her owners in April of 1919. $6,000-8,000
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Portrait of the Screw Steamer Yacht ATLANTA. Signed and dated “Antonio Jacobsen 1911/31 Palisade Av. West Hoboken, N.J.” l.r., vessel identified on brass plaque affixed to the frame. Oil on artist board, 16 x 28 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Craquelure with small paint loss in water and left edge.
Sailors on Deck in a Gale. Signed and dated “1915” l.l. Oil on board, 14 x 20 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor craquelure, pinhole at u.l. corner. $2,000-3,000
Exhibitions: Ship Portraits Owned in New Jersey, Monclair Art Museum, Monclair, New Jersey, December 16–February 3, 1974, with an exhibition label applied to the back of the frame. $4,000-6,000 245 Antonio Nicolo Gasparo Jacobsen (Danish/ American, 1850-1921) FORE LEE BRACE/Sailors on Deck in a Storm. Signed l.r., titled below. Oil on board, 13 3/4 x 20 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Scattered craquelure. $2,000-3,000
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248 American School, Early 20th Century Two Portraits of Yachts. Both signed “Gilbert Dunham” l.l., vessels and dates identified on brass plaques below: “Diamond W. 1925” and “Helena I 1925.” Oil on canvasboard, 13 1/2 x 22 1/2 in., in period molded wood frames. Condition: Scattered surface grime in margins. $800-1,200
247 Louis Papaluca (Italian, 1890-1934) Portrait of the Schooner Yacht MIGRANT in a Swell. Signed “L. Papaluca” l.r., titled MIGRANT. N.Y.Y.C. below. Gouache on paper, 19 x 27 3/4 in., in a later molded wood frame; accompanied by two framed photographs of the yacht, one showing the schooner at sea, and one likely taken in Venice. Condition: Two tears at c.l. and c.r. Note: The New York Yacht Club schooner yacht Migrant was designed by Gillows of Lancaster, England, was built by Lawley in Boston in 1929, and was owned by Carl Tucker. $800-1,200
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249 American/Anglo School, 19th Century Faneuil Hall Boston U.S.A. Indistinctly signed and dated “W.S. H--ton 187-” l.r., titled l.l. Watercolor and gouache on paper, 14 x 17 3/4 in., matted, in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Very good. $400-600
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250 Ornately Carved and Pierced Presentation Launch Box for the Steel Torpedo Gunboat the SANDFLY, England, c. 1887, rectangular box with stepped cover centered with incised SANDFLY inscription over carved bands of acorns and oak leaves and scrolled foliage, the side panels with pierced stylized flowerheads and scrollwork, on a molded base with similarly carved scrolled foliage; the interior cover mounted with a watercolor depicting the ship, and a list with the dimensions, dates, and key personnel of the vessel, the blue velvet-lined box containing a similarly carved fruitwood launch mallet and chisel, ht. 5, wd. 13, dp. 9 in. Note: The HMS Sandfly was a twin screw steel torpedo gunboat, launched at Devonport Dock, September 30th, 1887, and sold at Malta in 1905. $2,500-3,500
251 Mahogany Lap Desk with Relief-carved Decoration, America, 19th century, dovetailconstructed box, the top centered with a large relief-carved four-lobe pinwheel, and with rosettes in the corners, the front with two four-lobe pinwheels, the interior with felt-lined writing surface, and compartments for writing utensils and storage, ht. (closed) 7 1/2, wd. 11 1/2, lg. 17 1/4 in. $400-600
252 Scrimshaw Tusk, mid-19th century, one side depicting an anchor over three genre scenes of a sailor’s family, a young man and lady, and a scene possibly depicting a jilted lover, the reverse depicting a standing soldier with lance and shield, heighted with red and blue pigments, pierced at the top, (repaired crack and small loss), ht. 10 1/8 in. $400-600
253 Scrimshaw Whale’s Tooth, 19th century, one side engraved with a soldier/officer standing beside a leafy tree, the other side depicting a ship at sea, faintly heightened with red and green pigment, ht. 5 in. $600-800 254 Scrimshaw Whale’s Tooth Decorated with a Fashionable Young Lady, mid-19th century, three-quarter-length figure in a pensive pose, her gown highlighted with red and blue pigment, (minor age cracks and chips on base edge), ht. 5 1/8 in. $400-600
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255 Scrimshaw Whale’s Tooth, 19th century, one side of the tooth engraved with the figure of George Washington on horseback tipping his hat, the reverse possibly depicting an allegorical figure: a bearded man wearing a plumed cap with a Federal eagle on the cap plate, an ornamented cloak, and a belt suspending a sword with an eagle-head hilt, (age crack), ht. 5 5/8 in. $1,000-1,500
256 Four Small Scrimshaw Articles, 19th century, a baluster-turned ivory stand probably for a wick pick, a bone block pulley, a bone seam rubber with faceted finial and inscribed “T. WATTS,” and a pocketknife in the form of a stringed instrument with engraved details, with a metal button hook, manicure file, and blade, (imperfections), dia. to 4 1/4 in. $400-600
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257 Scrimshaw Whale’s Tooth, 19th century, one side engraved with a whaling scene depicting two whale ships flying American flags, each hauling up a blanket of blubber, with six longboats with whalemen in the foreground, the reverse depicting a ship and two schooners in coastal waters with a lighthouse in the distance, heightened with red pigment, pierced hole near the bottom of the tooth, (imperfections), lg. 7 in. $600-800
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258 Carved and Painted Boston Harbor Ship Diorama, probably Massachusetts, late 19th century, carved and painted half-hull model depicted in a harbor with the city of Boston painted in the background, painted sea, in a deep molded mahogany frame with gilt liner, (shrinkage cracks on back panel), 20 3/4 x 31 in. overall. $600-800
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259 Folk Art Wooden Barkentine Diorama, America, late 19th century, the carved and polychrome painted three-masted vessel on a painted putty “sea,” with painted background on the deep frame, one side panel painted with a lighthouse on a cliff, (shrinkage cracks), overall ht. 21, lg. 35 3/4, dp. 6 3/8 in. $800-1,200
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260 Sailor’s Paint-decorated Canvas and Macramé Wall Pocket, late 19th century, with polychrome painted rectangular canvas panel depicting a scene with two ships and two schooners, each with four to six masts, sailing in coastal waters with a lighthouse in the distance, over a cotton macramé panel with four canvas pockets decorated with a barkentine, a sixteen-point star, a schooner, and a five-point star, above another macramé panel, the whole edged with painted braided ropework, (imperfections), 29 1/2 x 22 1/2 in. $2,000-3,000
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261 Diorama of the American Schooner Gertrude L. Thebaud, Captain James Keating, Reading, Massachusetts, second quarter 20th century, carved wood and oil on panel, inscribed “‘Gertrude L. Thebaud’ by Capt. Keating/133 Haven St./Reading/Mass.” in pencil on verso, 8 x 10 in., in a molded giltwood frame, (retouch to sky). $400-600
262 Painted Diorama of the Sloop Joyant, Captain James Keating, Reading, Massachusetts, second quarter 20th century, carved wood and oil on panel, inscribed “‘Joyant’ by Capt. Keating/Reading/Mass.” in pencil on verso, 9 x 12 in., in original painted molded wood frame. $400-600
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263 Diorama of the American Schooner Dolphin, Captain James Keating, Reading, Massachusetts, second quarter 20th century, carved wood and oil on panel, inscribed “‘Dolphin’ by Capt. Keating/Reading/Mass.” in pencil on verso, 9 x 12 in., in original molded wood frame, (small paint loss c.r.). $400-600
265 Carved and Painted Wooden Humpback Whale Plaque, Clark G. Voorhees, Jr. (19111980), Old Lyme, Connecticut, and Weston, Vermont, third quarter 20th century, signed with impressed artist’s conjoined initials “CV” and “C. VOORHEES” on the reverse, ht. 5, wd. 18 in. $1,000-1,500
264 Carved and Painted Wooden Orca Whale Plaque, Clark G. Voorhees, Jr. (19111980), Old Lyme, Connecticut, and Weston, Vermont, third quarter 20th century, signed with impressed artist’s initials “CV” and “C. VOORHEES” on the reverse, small paint loss on fluke), ht. 7, lg. 18 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
266 Carved and Painted Wooden Dolphin Plaque, Clark G. Voorhees, Jr. (19111980), Old Lyme, Connecticut, and Weston, Vermont, third quarter 20th century, signed with impressed artist’s initials “CV” and “C. VOORHEES” on the reverse, (abrasion on nose, repaired crack on fluke), ht. 5 3/4, lg. 18 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
267 Cased Model of the New York Clipper Ship Young America, William E. Hitchcock (1928-2006), late 20th century, the original ship designed and built by W.H. Webb, 1853, the vessel identified on bow, pennant, and a brass plaque, mounted in an inlaid mahogany and glass case, overall ht. 32, wd. 14 3/4, lg. 43 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
268 Figured Maple Tea Table, New England, mid18th century, the oval overhanging top on four block-turned tapering legs ending in pad feet joined by a shaped apron, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 26, wd. 32, dp. 21 3/4 in. $600-800
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269 Maple and Pine Tea Table, New England, last half 18th century, the circular top on splayed block-, vase-, and ring-turned legs continuing to turned feet, and joined by a straight skirt and square stretchers, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 26 1/2, dia. 26 3/4 in. $800-1,200
270 Tiger Maple and Pine High Chest of Drawers, Massachusetts, c. 1730-50, the double-arch molded two-part case with eight drawers on a deeply valanced apron joining cabriole legs ending in pad feet on platforms, old replaced brasses, refinished, ht. 68, lower case wd. 39 1/4, case dp. 19 3/4 in. Provenance: According to the consignor, this high chest descended in the Thomas Goodrich family of Georgetown, Massachusetts. $6,000-8,000
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271 Maple Chest of Four Drawers, New England, late 18th century, the molded top above a case of thumbmolded graduated drawers on dovetailed bracket base, original brasses, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 33 1/2, case wd. 36, case dp. 18 in. $700-900 272 Chippendale Tiger Maple Chest of Four Drawers, New England, c. 1790, the case of thumbmolded drawers on bracket feet, replaced brasses, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 36, case wd. 36, case dp. 18 in. $800-1,200
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273 Federal Inlaid Cherry Bowfront Chest of Four Drawers, probably Massachusetts, c. 1805, the top with bowed sides and stringinlaid edge above four string-inlaid scratchbeaded graduated drawers, on ogee bracket base, (minor imperfections), ht. 35 1/4, case wd. 37 3/4, dp. 21 3/4 in. $1,000-1,500
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274 George Frank Higgins (Massachusetts, 1850- ) Portrait of a Farmhouse with Green Shutters and Four Figures. Signed l.r. Oil on canvas, 22 x 27 in., in a later molded and carved giltwood frame. Condition: Relined, scattered retouch. $3,000-5,000
275 George McConnell (Maine, 1852-1929)
276 Franklin Stanwood (Maine, 1852-1888)
Portrait of a House with Green Shutters. Signed and dated “1919” l.l. Oil on artist board, 15 3/4 x 25 in., in a relief-carved giltwood frame. Condition: Board slightly bowed, otherwise good. $1,000-1,500
Stockbridge Homestead, Freeport, Maine. Signed and dated “’80” l.r., signed “SF,” titled, and dated “1880” on the back of the canvas and on a brass plaque below. Oil on canvas, 18 1/4 x 30 1/4 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Three patch repairs with associated retouch, other minor retouch. Exhibitions: Landscape In Maine 1820-1970: A Sesquicentennial Exhibition, Colby College Art Museum, a traveling exhibition, Bowdoin College Museum of Art, Carnegie Gallery University of Maine, Orono, April through August 1970; illustrated and discussed in the exhibition catalog pp. 52-3. $1,500-2,500
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Village Scene with Flour Mill. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 15 x 25 in., in a period bird’s-eye maple veneer frame. Condition: Relined, stable craquelure, retouch, primarily to sky. $800-1,200
View of Philipsburg Manor, Upper Mills. Unsigned. Pastel on paper, 15 1/2 x 19 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Small loss u.l. edge, otherwise good.
View of Harpers Ferry Civil War Union Encampment. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 23 x 30 in., depicting the scene with Union soldiers and Sibley tents (inspired by Native American teepees) present, in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor scattered retouch to background sky. $1,500-2,500
Note: Philipsburg Manor was an English manor owned by Adolph Philipse (16651750), and was built in the 17th century. It consisted of an estate of over 50,000 acres in Westchester County and the present-day Bronx. The Upper Mills complex served as one of two headquarters for the manor, and was a commercial farm, providing food—mainly wheat products and other rural commodities to the urban population of New York and to plantations in the West Indies. Between 1680 and 1750, enslaved Africans constructed, operated, and resided on the complex that consisted of a mill, manor house, bake house, slave house, wharves, and a church. $1,000-1,500
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280 William Aiken Walker (South Carolina/ Maryland, 1838-1921) Female Cotton Picker in the Field with a Basket of Cotton. Signed l.l. Oil on board, 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 in., in a pierced, gilt, scroll-carved wood frame. Condition: Minor retouch. Provenance: Family descent of Cornelia Brigham Taft (1823-1809), married to Georgia cotton business owner Calvin Taft (18131888) who reportedly attained the painting while trading with southern plantation owners according to the exhibition catalog Merrifield at 23 Trowbridge Road, Worcester Historical Museum, September 23, 2003–December 4, 2004, mentioned on p. 17. $4,000-6,000
281 William Aiken Walker (South Carolina/ Maryland, 1838-1921) Two Cotton Pickers by a Cotton Field with Distant Cabins. Signed l.l. Oil on board, 6 1/4 x 12 1/4 in., in a pierced, gilt, scroll-carved wood frame. Condition: Very good.
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282 American School, 19th Century Views of a Working Farm, c. 1848. Unsigned, dated “1848.� Watercolor and ink on paper with ten small cutout and painted scenes depicting farmhands and animals in the various aspects of farming, above a larger view of the buildings and farmland, over cutout German inscriptions in the lower margin, 16 3/4 x 17 1/2 in., in a later paint-decorated frame. Condition: Minor toning, light stains on lower margin, tear u.l. $3,000-5,000
283 American School, 19th Century Residence of Mr. S.F. Bunn. Indistinctly signed l.r., titled below. Watercolor on paper, sight size 6 1/2 x 10 1/8 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Minor toning, foxing, and light stains, not examined out of frame. $700-900
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284 American School, Early 20th Century Portrait of an Auburn, Maine, Cape Codstyle House and Barn. Unsigned, reportedly painted by Celia C. French (1895-1963). Oil on canvas, 7 7/8 x 10 3/8 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Very good. Note: A typewritten note accompanies the painting relating the history of the farmstead and how the painting was purchased at an auction in Auburn, Maine, in June of 1970, of the land and buildings portrayed in the painting. $400-600
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285 Paint-decorated Tall Case Clock, possibly Maine, early 19th century, the white-painted, polychrome, and gilt wooden dial showing a house in the arch with a sailing ship, the salmon red-painted and sponge-decorated case with yellow and brown simulated inlay, the door and base with gilt and black floral designs, (imperfections), ht. 54 1/4 in. Provenance: Levi Browne, then to Charles Farrar Browne [aka Artemus Ward], then to Percy F. Bailey. Purchased at George Morrill Auction, Waterford, Maine, in 1990. Note: A newspaper clipping from April 26, 1934, shows the clock with its then owner Percy Bailey. $8,000-12,000
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288 Red-painted Maple, Ash, and Pine Hutch Table, New England, late 18th century, the circular top tilts on two square rails with scrolled handholds and medial shelf above straight legs and box stretchers, old surface, (imperfections), ht. 29, dia. 52 1/2 in. $800-1,200
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286 Pair of Black-painted Bannister-back Side Chairs, New England, 18th century, with turned finials topping block-, vase-, and ringturned stiles flanking concave crest rail and three split balusters, on rush seat and block-, vase-, and ring-turned legs, repainted black, ht. 45 3/4, seat ht. 17 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
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287 Black-painted Queen Anne Maple Rush Seat Side Chair, probably Massachusetts, mid-18th century, with carved yoked crest, vasiform splat, beaded raked stiles, and block-, vase-, and ring-turnings, carved Spanish feet, worn black paint, ht. 43, seat ht. 18 in. Provenance: Purchased from Roger Bacon, Exeter, New Hampshire, in 1970. $800-1,200
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289 Grain-painted Maple Tall Chest of Drawers, New England, late 18th century, the molded cornice above a case of five thumbmolded graduated drawers on bracket feet, brasses appear to be original, old surface, (imperfections), ht. 46 1/2, case wd. 37 1/2, case dp. 18 in. $800-1,200
290 Paint-decorated Six-board Chest, probably Shaftsbury, Vermont, area, early 19th century, the rectangular top opens to a well with till, painted to simulate exotic wood and inlay, (restoration), ht. 25, wd. 42 1/2, dp. 17 in. $800-1,200
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291 Grain-painted Pine Tall Case Clock, Silas Hoadley, Plymouth, Connecticut, early 19th century, the hood with scrolled cresting above the tombstone opening with flanking columns, with white-painted, polychrome, and gilt wooden dial with pineapples in the spandrels, with seconds hand and calendar, lettered “S. Hoadley Plymouth,� original paint, ht. 89 1/2 in. Provenance: Note affixed to inside of hood traces family history back to S.M. Marriner, of Portland, Maine, in 1842. $3,000-5,000 292 Cherry Candlestand, possibly Connecticut River Valley, early 19th century, the oval top on a vase- and ring-turned post and tripod base of cabriole legs ending in pointed pad feet on platforms, old surface, (imperfections and repair), ht. 26 1/2, wd. 14 1/2, dp. 20 in. $300-500 293 Federal Cherry Candlestand with Drawer, New England, early 19th century, square top on a vase- and ring-turned support and tripod base of shaped legs, refinished, ht. 27, wd. 16 3/4, dp. 16 3/4 in. $400-600 294 Windsor Sack-back Chair, New England, late 18th century, with six spindles, shaped saddle seat, and vase- and ring-turnings, old refinish, ht. 38 3/4, seat ht. 18 in. $600-800
295 Windsor Carved Settee, New England, early 19th century, with vase-, ring-, and bambooturnings, old refinish, (repairs), ht. 34 3/4, seat ht. 16 1/2, lg. 76 in. $1,000-1,500
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296 Tiger Maple Settee, possibly New York State, early 19th century, the rectangular crest and similar splat joining four posts continuing to legs, and scrolled arms above the trapezoidal rush seat with rounded rail, on four turned front legs joined by a flat stretcher, old mellow patina, (imperfections), ht. 32 3/4, overall wd. 75, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. $400-600
297 Federal Birch and Bird’s-eye Maple Chest of Four Drawers, possibly Maine, early 19th century, the overhanging top above a case of scratch-beaded graduated drawers on delicate turned tapering legs, old replaced turned wooden pulls, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 39 1/2, case wd. 38 3/4, case dp. 19 1/2 in. $800-1,200
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298 Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Worktable, New England, c. 1820-25, the beaded top above two drawers and straight skirt joining vase- and ring-turned legs, brass pulls appear original, old surface, (imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 18 1/4, dp. 15 1/4 in. $600-800
299 Federal Paint-decorated Dressing Table, New England, early 19th century, the scrolled backboard above two short drawers on a rectangular table top and conforming skirt with single drawer joining vase- and ringturned tapering legs, original yellow painted surface with black banding and gilt detail, the top of the short drawer case putty-painted in burnt sienna, the backboard centering a stenciled foliate device, replaced brass pulls, (imperfections), overall ht. 36 1/2, wd. 29 3/4, dp. 15 in. $1,200-1,500
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300 Classical Rosewood Grain-painted Chamberstand, New England, early 19th century, the pierced top on four blocked and vase- and ring-turned posts joined by valanced panels with medial shelf and drawer, original surface with yellow pinstriping, (minor paint loss to top and shelf), ht. 32 1/2, wd. 16 1/4, dp. 15 3/4 in. $500-700 301 Mahogany Spice Chest, America, early 19th century, with shaped crest over a molded case of fourteen small drawers with brass knobs, ht. 26 1/2, wd. 15 1/4, dp. 6 in. $300-500
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302 American School, 19th Century Rose Bush with Hummingbirds. Signed “Drawn and painted by Martha Balek” l.r. Watercolor on paperboard, 15 1/4 x 13 3/4 in., in a brown-painted mitered wood frame. Condition: Tear l.c., creases u.l. and c.r. $800-1,200
303 Small Green-painted Oval Covered Lapped-seam Storage Box, America, 19th century, pine top and bottom and bent maple sides joined with opposing fingers, (two small losses on lid), ht. 1 3/4, wd. 3 1/2, lg. 4 1/2 in. $200-300
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304 Two Painted Lapped-seam Covered Storage Boxes, America, 19th century, one possibly Shaker with original blue paint on oval box with four slender chamfered fingers secured with copper tacks joining the bent ash sides, with pine top and bottom, the incised initials “JY” centered on the lid, (imperfections), ht. 3, wd. 5 1/2, lg. 8; and a small round box with opposing lapped fingers secured with iron tacks joining the bent maple sides, pine top and bottom, original red paint, ht. 2 1/8, dia. 4 1/4 in. $600-800
305 Miniature Blue-painted Covered Firkin, Edmund Hersey, Hingham, Massachusetts, 19th century, stave and lapped bentwood hoop-constructed container joined with copper tacks, with conforming cover impressed with the maker’s initials “ELH,” with pegged swing handle, ht. 2 1/4, ht. to top of upright handle 3 1/4 in. $3,000-5,000
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306 Shaker Red-painted Oval Covered Box and Contents, America, late 19th century, pine top and bottom with three chamfered fingers joining the bent maple sides, the underside of the lid and the bottom inscribed “EBS,” ht. 2 3/4, wd. 5 5/8, lg. 8 in.; with the contents of the box: two iron and steel firearms fragments, six spent lead bullets, a small piece of wood inscribed “Libbey Prison,” and a piece of fabric described on a note “taken from an Anglo Rebel Steamer, wrecked on a Yankee Rebel Bar, off Mom’s Island Ste.” $400-600
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307 Small Polychrome Sponge-painted Wooden Pail, America, late 19th century, stave and iron hoop constructed bucket with wire bail, turned hardwood handle, and diamond-form bail plates, decorated with red and green vertical sponged bands on a mustard-painted ground, (lacking bottom band), ht. with handle upright 7, dia. 5 3/4 in. $300-500
308 Small Paint-decorated Wooden Box, reportedly Maine, 19th century, rectangular dovetail-constructed pine box with brass swing handle centered on the hinged lid, with iron lock, the top and sides painted with red and black curvilinear diamond designs with green borders with yellow striping, ht. 4 1/2, wd. 5 1/2, lg. 8 1/4 in. $800-1,200
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309 Paint-decorated Wooden Box, reportedly Maine, early 19th century, dovetailconstructed rectangular covered box with wire snipe hinges and iron lock, the top and sides painted dark red with brushed black zigzag stripes, with green borders with yellow striping, ht. 7 1/2, wd. 14, dp. 10 in. $400-600
310 Paint-decorated Wooden Box, reportedly Maine, early 19th century, rectangular covered box with wire snipe hinges, brass swing handle on the lid, and a brass and iron lock, the top and sides painted dark red with brushed black zigzag designs, with green borders with yellow striping, ht. 7 3/8, wd. 15, dp. 10 in. $800-1,200
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311 Paint-decorated Pine Box, America, early 19th century, dovetail-constructed rectangular box with hinged lid and iron lock, with combed and putty-painted designs in ochre and brown, (imperfections), ht. 8 1/4, wd. 20 1/2, dp. 10 in. $300-500
312 Fancy Paint-decorated Document Box, reportedly Vermont, c. 1825, rectangular dovetail-constructed box with hinged lid centered with a brass handle, the lid and sides with shaded green and mustard yellow puttypainted decoration with green striped borders, iron lock, ht. 5 3/4, wd. 14, dp. 8 5/8 in. $600-800
313 Fancy Paint-decorated Document Box, reportedly Vermont, c. 1825, rectangular dovetail-constructed box with hinged lid centered with a brass handle, the lid and sides with shaded mustard yellow putty-painted decoration, green striped borders, iron lock, (scattered paint wear), ht. 7 3/8, wd. 17 3/4, dp. 8 7/8 in. $700-900
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314 Paint-decorated Box, reportedly Vermont, early 19th century, rectangular pine box with wire snipe hinges and iron lock, painted on the top and sides with dark brown combed graining in the shaped reserves, the top and front reserves with cavetto corners, the back painted red, (minor paint wear), ht. 7, wd. 14 3/4, dp. 7 1/8 in. $400-600
315 Paint-decorated Wooden Chest, America, 19th century, dovetail-constructed rectangular chest with hinged lid and iron handles, the top with the name “PRUDENCE LINCOLN” inscribed in gilt lettering flanked by floral and ropetwist ornament in a rectangular reserve with cavetto corners, the front ornamented with an angel with a bible and banners inscribed “BEHOLD BRING YOU GOOD TIDINGS/THE EVERLASTING GOSPEL,” in gilt and black and brown paint all on a brown ground with yellow and black borders, the interior lined with gray and white printed floral and scroll wallpaper, (paint wear), ht. 11 1/2, wd. 26 3/8, dp. 14 1/2 in. Note: A typewritten note affixed to the interior states that Prudence Lincoln was the tenth child of twelve of Enos and Sarah Burt Lincoln of Petersham, Massachusetts. She was born in 1792 and died at 68 in 1860, and was not married. $1,000-1,500
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316 Beige-painted Smoke-decorated Dometop Box, probably New England, early 19th century, with iron wing handles, lock, and hasp, original surface, (shrinkage cracks on top, minor paint loss), ht. 13 1/4, wd. 29 1/2, dp. 14 1/4 in. $400-600
317 Grain-painted Public Notice Box, Massachusetts, 19th century, the glazed, hinged door inscribed “E.HOLMES./ STOUGHTON, MS.,” on a grain-painted ground, ht. 30, wd. 22, dp. 3 in. $1,000-1,500
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318 Paint-decorated Tinware Tray, America, 19th century, rectangular tray with pierced handles, ornamented with polychrome and gilt stenciling depicting an eagle on a hemisphere, cornucopias, flowers, and fruit, with red and gilt striped border on a black ground, (minor paint losses), 14 3/4 x 19 1/2 in. $200-300
319 Miniature Inlaid and Carved Mahogany Tall Clock Watch Hutch, America, early 19th century, with fan-carved cornice over the simulated door and base with incised foliate, diamond, and basket of flowers designs with inlaid corners, (age cracks, losses), ht. 11 3/4, wd. 2 7/8, dp. 2 in. $300-500
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320 Redware Puzzle Jug, c. 1818, the neck on the jug pierced with small holes, impressed “SARH BURTON/1818” on shoulder, (chips, losses), ht. 6 in. $300-500 325 detail
321 Large Oval Band Box with Polychrome Floral and Foliate Decoration, America, early to mid-19th century, covered box with pine top and bottom, covered with blue and yellow floral and leaf pattern varnished paper on an orange/red ground, (paint wear, repairs, tears), ht. 14, wd. 15 1/2, lg. 18 in. $500-700
322 Relief-carved Mahogany Bootjack, America, 19th century, carved from a single piece of wood, with relief carving of a spreadwing eagle in a round reserve, the initials “E.S,” and a rosette, (shrinkage crack on base of lower end), ht. 2 3/8, wd. 4, lg. 13 1/4 in. $400-600
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323 Paint-decorated Tinware Dome-top Trunk, America, early 19th century, rectangular form with hinged lid, decorated on the front with a triple-arch building flanked by a bird and a tree, with yellow-painted foliate medallion on the top, and brushed borders, (paint wear, dents), ht. 6 1/2, wd. 9 1/2, dp. 6 in. $400-600
324 Paint-decorated Dome-top Trunk, early 19th century, rectangular box with polychrome painted decoration, the top of the hinged lid ornamented with a basket of flowers flanked by two birds and flower buds, the front with a floral swag with tassels, and two sides with stylized flower buds, all on a blue ground, with iron latch, wire hinges and handle, (imperfections), ht. 10, wd. 16 3/4, dp. 11 in. $400-600
325 Carved Mahogany Ladle with Bust of Abraham Lincoln and Five-point Star, America, late 19th century, the handle with hooked terminal, lg. 14 1/2 in. $400-600
326 Relief-carved Mahogany Cake Board, John Conger, New York, c. 1850s, square board centered with a circular carving of a basket of flowers topped with a bird, with floral, foliate, and scalloped borders, impressed “J. CONGER” on two edges, 10 1/2 x 10 3/4 in. $1,500-2,500
326A Six Paint-decorated Splint Baskets, Eastern Woodland Indian makers, 19th century, four rectangular, one square, and one swollen square covered basket, four have handles, each ornamented with polychrome paint, some with vegetable stamp decoration, (imperfections), ht. 4 1/4 to 9, dia. 10 to 15 1/2 in. $1,000-1,500
327 William Lydston, Jr. (Boston, 1813-1881) Portrait of a Young Boy in Red. Signed “Wm Lydston Jr. Pinxt Boston 1847” l.r. Oil on canvas, 36 1/4 x 29 1/4 in., in a period frame. Condition: Minor retouch and craquelure. $4,000-6,000
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328 Attributed to Erastus Salisbury Field (American, 1805-1900) Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Lacy Bonnet and Holding a Flowered Purse. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 35 x 29 in., in a giltwood liner. Condition: Minor paint loss to background u.r., stable craquelure. Note: This painting reflects some of the characteristics that Erastus Field is well known for, such as the gray, cloud-like background, the use of black dots to portray lace patterns, a stiff frontal pose, the figures with a short waist and narrow shoulders, and knuckles suggested with dots of pink and flesh-colored pigments. $3,000-5,000
329 William W. Kennedy (Maryland/ Massachusetts, 1817-1871)
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Portrait of a Woman Wearing a White Ruffled Bonnet. Signed “W.W. Kennedy ptr.” and inscribed “Taken at the age of 82/1846” on verso. Oil on canvas, 24 x 20 in., in a period, molded, grain-painted frame with gilt liner. Condition: Scattered paint losses, craquelure. $3,000-5,000
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330 American School, Early 19th Century Portrait of a Boy in Blue Holding a Cluster of Grapes. Unsigned. Oil on panel, 27 x 22 3/4 in., unframed. Condition: Panel slightly bowed, minor retouch. Provenance: Purchased at Skinner Inc., November 2, 1985, Sale 1060, Lot 281. $1,500-2,500
331 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Woman with Her Daughter Who Holds a Doll. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 30 1/2 x 25 in., in a period gold-painted gesso frame. Condition: Relined, scattered stable craquelure, retouch. $1,000-1,500
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332 Sheet Iron Silhouette Rooster Weathervane, America, late 18th century, cutout figure with pierced eye and “LWSM 1771” on the side, with joined tail segment, weathered gilt and mustard-painted surface, with stand, overall ht. 20 5/8, lg. 15 5/8 in. Provenance: Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $3,000-5,000
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333 Molded Copper and “Dexter” Running Horse Weathervane, Cushing & White, Waltham, Massachusetts, late 19th century, with cast zinc head on molded copper full-body, mounted on a tubular copper rod with original copper manufacturer’s plaque inscribed “CUSHING & WHITE/WALTHAM MASS./PATENT APPLIED FOR,” verdigris surface, with custom stand, ht. 18 1/4, lg. 45 1/2 in. $6,500-7,500
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334 Molded Gilt Copper Fish Weathervane, America, early to mid-20th century, fullbody figure with molded scale details and corrugated copper fins, with stand, overall ht. 15, lg. 36 in.
335 Molded Gilt Copper Rooster Weathervane, America, late 19th/early 20th century, molded sheet copper flattened full-body figure with detailed molded feathers, with stand, overall ht. 30 1/2, lg. 31 in.
Provenance: Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $4,000-6,000
Provenance: Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $3,000-5,000
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336 Molded Copper Stag Weathervane, America, late 19th century, flattened full-body figure, with molded sheet copper ears and antlers, mounted on a tubular copper rod, weathered gilded surface, with stand, (dents, seam separations), ht. 31, lg. 21 1/2 in. $10,000-15,000
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337 Painted Sheet Iron Locomotive Silhouette Weathervane, reportedly from Jewett City, Connecticut, late 19th/early 20th century, supported on an iron shaft, reinforced on the back with strips of wood and iron, (repairs), ht. 34 1/2, lg. 29 in. $4,000-6,000
338 Pair of Small Molded Copper Half-body Leaping Stag Weathervane Plaques, reportedly molded from a Cushing & White, Waltham, Massachusetts, mold, mid-20th century, the figures with applied sheet copper soldered to the backs with engraved inscriptions: “Cushing Original 38/100 1955” and “Cushing Original 52/100 1956,” with custom display stands, overall ht. 18 1/2, lg. 19 3/4 in. $1,000-1,500
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339 Carved and Painted Prancing Appaloosa Carousel Horse, possibly Charles Looff, New York or Rhode Island, late 19th/early 20th century, with detailed carved flowing mane and facial features, glass eyes, horsehair tail, with applied “jewels� on the bridle, saddle, and breast collar, mounted on a metal stand, (shrinkage cracks on neck and nose), overall ht. 55 1/2, lg. 43 3/4 in. $1,500-2,500
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340 Carved and Polychrome Painted Striding Rooster Carousel Figure, England or America, late 19th/early 20th century, the fully carved wooden figure with relief-carved saddle, feathers, and details, mounted on a metal rod on a turned wood base, (joinery separation, later paint), overall ht. 38, wd. 7 1/2, lg. 36 in. $2,500-3,500
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341 White-painted Wooden Fish Weathervane, America, last quarter 19th century, cutout wood panel, tack eyes, the tail mortised into the body, the mouth fitted with a propeller, mounted on a wooden spire, with stand, (minor imperfections), overall ht. 26 5/8, lg. 22 1/4 in. Literature: Illustrated in A Gallery of Weathervanes and Whirligigs, by Robert Bishop & Patricia Coblentz (New York: E.P. Dutton, 1981), p. 90. $600-800
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342 Polychrome Painted “Woodchuck” Lumberjack Whirligig, reportedly Vermont, mid-20th century, cutout jointed figure saws a piece of wood when paddles rotate, original paint, no stand, ht. 14, wd. 14 1/4, lg. 20 1/2 in. $800-1,200
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343 Masonic Painted and Gilded Wood Compass and Square on Bible Ceremonial Carving, America, 19th century, carved with the compass over the square on the open bible with incised simulated inscriptions, painted black and mustard yellow with traces of earlier gilding, (loss on one compass point), wd. 15 1/2, lg. 22 1/2, dp. 4 1/2 in. $500-700
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344 Folk Art Figural Carved Wooden Cane, reportedly Native American made, 19th century, the mahogany handle carved with a horse’s head fitted with glass eyes, on a red-stained shaft with protruding twig points, ht. 37 in. $3,000-5,000
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345 Folk Art Carved and Painted Wooden Cane, America, late 19th century, with pierced and integrally carved hand with a ring at the top with relief-carved roses on the tapered shaft, with brass terminal, lg. 36 1/2 in. $300-500
348 Small Wallpaper-printed Band Box, America, 19th century, round covered box with foliate and geometric chain designs in black on a faded yellow and pink ground, ht. 3 3/4, dia. 5 3/8 in. $300-500
346 Folk Carved and Painted Articulated Snake, late 19th/early 20th century, with tack eyes and canvas band joining the tapering segmented body, painted black with white spots, lg. 58 in. $300-500
349 Pierced “Cedar Ware” and Brass Compote, “Manufactured by Joseph H. Clark, Andover, Mass,” late 19th century, pierced contrasting cedar staved bowl joined with lapped brass bands, on turned maple post and turned contrasting laminated cedar base, maker’s printed label affixed to underside, ht. 8, dia. 8 3/4 in. $400-600
347 Carved and Painted Wood Figural Watch Hutch with a Pocket Watch, possibly northern Massachusetts, 19th century, depicting a young woman gazing at an open book in her arm, leaning against a carved shelf clock with gilt ball finial and beaded bezel, and simulated black marble painted surface, on a molded plinth with simulated marbling, the bottom inscribed “1846,” accompanied by a pocket watch, (minor paint wear), ht. 8 7/8, wd. 7, dp. 2 7/8 in. $1,200-1,500
350 Figural Folk Carved and Painted Maple Pipe, late 19th/early 20th century, the pipe bowl depicting the head of a man smoking a large cigar, the stem with brass band connector, on a custom-made stand, overall ht. 6 1/2, pipe lg. approx. 6 5/8 in. $300-500
351 Paint-decorated Sewing Stand, America, late 19th century, two-tier footed stand topped with a velvet-covered pincushion over two tiers each with a drawer painted with polychrome flowers and flags on a pink ground, flanked by rows of spool spindles, lower compartment with steel scissors, ht. 8 1/2, wd. 8, lg. 8 1/4 in. $600-800
352 Paint-decorated Wooden Box, reportedly New England, 19th century, rectangular box with hinged lid and brass ball feet, with polychrome and gilt hand-painted decoration on a black ground, the top depicting the figure of Liberty in a horse-drawn chariot in the clouds, the front with a basket of fruit atop a shield flanked by scrolled foliage and flowers, one side with a dog with a basket, the other with a lamb in an oval reserve, the interior lined with maroon velvet, ht. 6 1/8, wd. 9 1/2, dp. 6 1/2 in. $800-1,200
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353 Two Painted Mohair Tabby Cat Toys, late 19th/early 20th century, both cats seated with painted stripes on the woven mohair surface applied to the composition body, with applied glass eyes, horsehair whiskers, wearing collars with brass bells, the larger cat is a “pipsqueak,” when ring is pulled the cat meows, (the mouth no longer opens), ht. 7 1/4, 5 1/4 in. $200-300
354 American School, 19th Century Schoolgirl Painting: “The Kitten.” Inscribed “The Kitten/Presented to Mary Leach by Dorcas Hackley/Sept. 1847” l.r. Watercolor on paper, sight size 9 1/2 x 10 5/8 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame. Condition: Toning, light moisture stains l.c., light creases, not examined out of frame. $700-900
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355 Two Steiff Halloween Black Cat Toys, Germany, second to third quarter 19th century, one cat with black mohair body, velvet ears, glass eyes, arched back, and fluffy tail, with original Steiff metal button in ear; and a black velvet cat with arched back glass eyes and original Steiff metal button in ear, (repair to velvet cat’s tail), ht. 7 1/4, 8 in. $200-300
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The Bee and the Fly. Unsigned. Watercolor on paperboard, 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 in., in a molded oak veneer frame. Condition: Toning. $400-600
Portrait of a Seated Cat. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, applied to board, 10 3/4 x 12 1/2 in., in a period, molded, dark brown-painted frame with gilt liner. Condition: Minor retouch to background u.l. $1,000-1,500
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Portrait of a Terrier. Signed and dated “J.M. Winch 92” l.l. Oil on artist board, 12 x 10 in., in a later carved and painted wood frame. Condition: Surface grime, otherwise good. $800-1,200 358 American School, 19th/20th Century
359 Folk Art Pictorial Geometric Hooked Rug, America, late 19th/early 20th century, rectangular rug with stepped geometric tile design with zebra and horse figures in the corners and on two sides, with striped borders, mounted on a wood stretcher, (minor repairs), 41 1/2 x 71 in. $800-1,200
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360 Relief-carved Wood Panel Depicting a Family of Native Americans, possibly England, early 19th century, composed of four tongue-and-groove joined panels, with relief carving depicting a tropical setting with a Native American man wearing a headdress, leafy skirt, and arm and leg bands, with a quiver of arrows and a bow, beside a seated woman wearing a similar costume with one hand holding a strap to rock her infant in a hammock between palm trees, surrounded by a snake, a basket with berries, and assorted vegetation, 25 x 27 3/4 in., in a molded oak frame, (minor insect holes l.c., minor joinery separation center and left). $1,000-1,500
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361 Cast Iron Coal Chute Cover, “J.W. FISKE NY,” the disk with cast knob in a diamond pattern design and with manufactory name in relief, with custom stand, overall ht. 17 3/4, disk dia. 15 1/2 in. $400-600
363 Cast Iron Coal Chute Cover, “CURRY IRON WORKS/553 W 54TH ST NY,” the disk with cast segmented line design and manufactory name in relief, with custom stand, overall ht. 20 1/2, disk dia. 17 1/2 in. $400-600
362 Cast Iron Coal Chute Cover, “GC GORDON 157 & 159 FIRST ST JERSEY CITY,” the disk with allover cast circle designs and manufactory name in relief, with custom stand, overall ht. 20 1/2, disk dia. 17 1/2 in. $400-600
364 Black-painted Cast Iron Horse Windmill Weight, attributed to Dempster Mill Manufacturing Company, Beatrice, Nebraska, early 20th century, “crescent tail” standing figure, mounted on a wooden base, dimensions including stand: ht. 16, wd. 6, lg. 17 1/2 in. $400-600
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365 Pair of Cast Iron Scotsman Figural Andirons, 19th century, each figure standing with splayed legs, wearing a tam and a kilt, and smoking a long clay pipe, ht. 11 3/4, wd. 6 3/4, dp. 13 1/4 in. $400-600
370 Large Brass and Wirework Firescreen, America, late 18th/early 19th century, brass rail above vertical wire screen with undulating line wirework decoration, ht. 15 1/4, lg. 62 1/2, dp. 15 in. $600-800
366 Pair of Brass and Iron Andiron Ball-top Andirons, Newport, Rhode Island, third quarter 18th century, the pink brass andirons topped with ball finials on tapered columns with lower swelling and molded plinths with bosses, spurred legs and claw-and-ball feet, the log stops with conforming columns, (minor pitting), ht. 20 3/4, wd. 11, dp. 19 7/8 in.
371 Brass and Wirework Folding Firescreen, America, early 19th century, brass rail above wire mesh screen ornamented with brass wire swags and scrolls, ht. 24 1/4, lg. of center section 24, lg. of side sections 11 in. $800-1,200
Literature: For similar Newport, Rhode Island, andirons see The Brass Book, by Schiffer et al. (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 1978), p. 71, example A. $1,500-2,500 367 Pair of Brass and Iron Steeple-top Andirons and Two Matching Tools, New York, c. 1800, the andirons with faceted steeple tops on belted spheres over faceted plinths, spurred cabriole legs, and ball feet, curved log supports with conforming steeple log stops, matching tongs and shovel, andiron ht. 24 1/4, wd. 11 1/2, dp. 24 1/4, tool lg. 33, 32 1/2 in. $1,500-2,500 368 Brass and Wirework Folding Firescreen, America, early 19th century, brass rail above wire mesh screen ornamented with brass wire swags and scrolls, ht. 24, lg. of center section 32 1/4, lg. of side sections 15 in. $800-1,200 369 Tall Brass and Wirework Firescreen, America or England, late 18th/early 19th century, brass rail over vertical wirework ornamented with wire swags and scrolls, ht. 24, wd. 37, dp. 13 3/4 in. $600-800
372 Brass and Wirework Fire Fender, America or England, late 18th/early 19th century, with three brass belted ball finials on a brass rail over wirework lattice ht. 12 1/2, wd. 44, dp. 16 1/2 in. $600-800 373 Pair of Iron and Brass Ball-top Andirons, America, 18th century, urn finial on belted brass ball tops supported on iron knife-blade shafts, arched legs and penny feet, (rusty surface, small loss on one foot, dent), ht. 25, wd. 10 1/4, dp. 17 3/4 in. $400-600 374 Pair of Brass and Iron Urn-top Andirons, America, 18th century, brass urn tops with flame finials, supported on iron knife blade shafts, with arched legs and penny feet, (corrosion), ht. 25 1/2, wd. 9 1/2, dp. 18 3/4 in. $300-500 375 Three-piece Brass and Iron Belted Ball-top Fire Tool Set, America, early 19th century, a shovel, tongs, and poker, lg. 29 1/4 to 29 3/4 in. $400-600
376 Two Pairs of Brass and Iron Fire Tools, 19th century, tongs and shovels, one pair with brass belted ball tops, the other with balusterform tops, lg. 28 to 31 1/2 in. $300-500 377 Classical Gilt-gesso Split-baluster Mirror, Providence, Rhode Island, c. 1825, the tablet showing a seated child with a basket against a draped background, (minor imperfections), ht. 24 1/4, wd. 11 3/4 in. $300-500 378 Classical Gilt and Ebonized Split-baluster Mirror, Massachusetts, c. 1830, the tablet showing an elegant woman against a draped background within a stenciled border, ht. 34 1/4, wd. 15 3/4 in. $300-500 379 Classical Gilt and Ebonized Split-baluster Mirror, New England, c. 1830, the tablet showing a ship flying an American flag within a stenciled border, (minor imperfections), ht. 36, wd. 16 3/4 in. Provenance: Robert W. Skinner Gallery, Bolton, Massachusetts, Sale 256, June 12, 1974. $400-600 380 Classical Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Drop-leaf Table, Boston, c. 1820, the rectangular top with double-beaded edge and rounded drop leaves, on a beaded and paneled apron, on a baluster-turned support and four scroll-carved, molded, outwardflaring legs ending in cast brass hairy paw casters, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 28 3/4, wd. closed 25, dp. 46 in. $800-1,200
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381 Gothic Revival Carved Rosewood and Rosewood Veneer Extension Dining Table, probably Boston, c. 1845, the extending top on conforming skirt with beaded edge, on quatrefoil support and scroll-form legs terminating in carved fans, on turned feet, refinished (imperfections), ht. 29 3/4, wd. 53 1/2, lg. 43 to 111 1/2 in. Note: Extension mechanism attributed to Cornelius Briggs, Roxbury, Massachusetts, who obtained a patent for same in 1843. $3,000-5,000
382 American School, 19th Century Pair of Portraits of a Young Husband and Wife Seated in Gothic-style Chairs, c. 1840s. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, oval portraits framed with white spandrels, 30 x 25 in., unframed. Condition: Relined, retouch, primarily to background, craquelure. $1,500-2,500
383 American School, 19th Century Still Life with Apples. Unsigned. Oil on panel, 15 1/2 x 20 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Very minor retouch to edges. Provenance: Purchased from a Virginia collection. $1,800-2,200
384 Late Classical Carved Rosewood and Rosewood Veneer Marble-top Center Table, Boston, c. 1840-50, the white marble top with molded edge on a conforming apron with beaded edge and four scroll supports on a shaped platform and scroll-carved legs, refinished, ht. 29 1/2, wd. 42, dp. 32 in. $800-1,200 385 Gilded Gothic Revival Mirror with Reversepainted Glass, mid-19th century, with pierced scrolling, quatrefoils, and applied bosses surrounding the molded arched mirror frame above a molded rectangular reserve with reverse-painted glass depicting figures farming in a landscape, flanked by three gilded scrolled cast iron candleholders, (glass cracked), 27 x 13 1/4 in. overall. $400-600
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386 American School, 19th Century Portrait of “Margaret Anna Jobs/Age 6 1838/Springfield, New Jersey,� with Her Spaniel. Unsigned, titled on engraved brass plaque below. Oil on canvas, 29 1/2 x 36 1/2 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Canvas applied to panel, stable craquelure, scattered retouch. Note: Margaret Anna Jobs was born on October 13, 1847 at Springfield, Union County, New Jersey. She was the daughter of Dr. Eugene Jobs and Mary Lum Allen. Margaret married James McClintock Morrow on October 28, 1873 at Springfield, New Jersey and together they had three children. Margaret died on Oct 27, 1882 at South Orange, Essex County, New Jersey, at age 35, and is buried at Evergreen Cemetery, Hillside, Union County, New Jersey. $1,500-2,500
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387 Attributed to Alexander Hamilton Emmons (Connecticut, 1816-1884) Portrait of a Young Girl Wearing a Blue Dress. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 30 1/4 x 25 in., in a period gilt-gesso arched wooden frame. Condition: Minor scattered retouch.
388 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Young Girl in a Landscape with Her Tabby Cat. Unsigned. Pastel on paper, 30 1/4 x 25 in., in a period molded gilt-gesso frame. Condition: Good, backed with linen. $2,000-3,000
Provenance: A note affixed to the reverse states: “Purchased about 1985 from the Wilson Estate, Norwich, CT. (Robert Glass Auctions). Subject: Mrs Wilson as a girl of the Wilson Dance Academy, other paintings in the Slater Museum.� $1,000-1,500
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389 Iron and Steel Tête-à-Tête, Lalance & Grosjean, New York, patented 1866, with scrolled arms and sheet steel “cushions,” old black paint, marked in a rosette in the center of the seat with the maker’s name, address and patent date, ht. 35, seat ht. 17 in. $1,000-1,500 390 Large Victorian Fret-carved and Wirework Architectural Church Model, late 19th century, polygonal structure with central tower, with pierced scroll and trefoil borders and motifs, with two arched hinged doors, painted molded base, (losses), ht. 42 1/4, wd. 30, dp. 23 1/4 in. $400-600
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391 Adirondack Birch Bark Rucksack, America, late 19th/early 20th century, with applied leather trim and hinge on flap, the base corners reinforced with sheet iron, with twisted hemp rope straps, ht. 19 3/4, wd. 13 1/2, dp. 10 in. $400-600
392 Miniature Chickering Rosewood Square Piano Salesman Sample, Boston, 19th century, Empire Revival-style piano with floral carved chain borders, ebony and ivory keys, supported on tapered octagonal legs, with gilt-painted lettering “Chickering,� ht. 15 1/2, wd. 24 1/2, dp. 13 in. Note: After an apprenticeship with Benjamin Crehore, Jonas Chickering became the first piano manufacturer in America, establishing the Chickering firm in 1823 in Boston. $1,000-1,500
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400 Embossed Brass Snuff Box Depicting William Pitt the Younger, probably England, late 18th/early 19th century, round form with embossed bust of Pitt and his name on the cover, the sides ornamented with a Greek key design, ht. 7/8, dia. 2 1/8 in. Note: William Pitt the Younger (17591806) was a British politician of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He became the youngest Prime Minister in 1783 at the age of 24. He left the position in 1801, but became Prime Minister again from 1804 until his death in 1806. $300-500 401 Five Wrought and Cast Metal Trivets, 18th to 19th century, two wrought iron: one heart-shaped and one with scroll designs; three cast metal: one cast brass with pierced and solid five-point star ornaments, one ornamented with seven blacksmith tools, and one with circle, heart, and pinwheel designs, ht. to 2 3/8, lg. 5 3/8 to 9 3/8 in. $250-350
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401A Two Pairs of Brass Petal-base Candlesticks, England, c. 1750, both pairs with petal rims on the candlecups, and double-knopped stems, (two with solder reinforcement on interior of lower stem, minor pitting on rim of other pair), ht. 8 1/8, 8 1/4 in. $300-500
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402 Colorless Blown Glass Lace-maker’s Lamp, 18th century, baluster form with folded rim on the foot, ht. 13 3/8 in. $300-500
403 Eight Pieces of Early Paper Currency and Revolutionary War Pay Orders, Colonial currency with various printers and denominations mounted in four frames, one frame with two pieces of currency: Delaware, 1776, Four Shillings, and New Jersey, 1776, one shilling; one frame containing four State of Connecticut Revolutionary Pay Table Office Orders: one dated October 9, 1781 signed by William Moseley and Finn Wadsworth, one dated December 1, 1781, signed by William Moseley and Finn Wadsworth, one dated February 18, 1782, signed by William Moseley and Oliver Wolcott, Jr., and one dated June 23, 1785, signed by Eliazer Wales and Oliver Wolcott, Jr.; one frame with a State of South Carolina Ten Pounds, 1788; and one small frame with a three pence note, City of New York, dated 1790, (some edge chipping, creases, and fading, not examined out of frames). $300-500 404 Framed Painted “Adams and Cook” Coat of Arms, John Coles (17491809) or John Coles, Jr. (1776/801854), Boston, c. 1799, signed and dated on a document applied to the backboard “Boston 2 Oct. 1799/a True Copy from Heraldry/Mift. J.-. Coles/ Her.y Painter,” watercolor on paper with inscribed text, (toning), 14 x 10 in. $500-700 405 Queen Anne Maple and Pine Side Table with Drawer, probably Massachusetts, c. 1740-60, the rectangular overhanging top with rounded edge, on valanced skirt joining four cabriole legs ending in pad feet on platforms, old refinish, (imperfections), ht. 29 1/2, wd. 31 3/4, dp. 21 in. $400-600 406 Pair of Queen Anne Maple Side Chairs, Massachusetts, c. 1740-60, the spooned crest rail on vasiform splat and raking stiles, on trapezoidal overupholstered seats and frontal cabriole legs ending in pad feet joined to the raking rear legs by block-, vase-, and ring-turned stretchers, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 39 1/2, seat ht. 16 3/4 in. $1,000-1,500
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407 Assembled Set of Three Queen Anne Maple Side Chairs, New England, mid-18th century, all with spooned crests, vasiform splats, bulbous turned front stretchers, and carved Spanish feet, refinished, ht. to 41 3/4, seat ht. to 17 1/4 in. $800-1,200 408 Queen Anne Mahogany Tilt-top Tea Table, late 18th century, the circular top tilts on a vase- and ring-turned post continuing to tripod base of cabriole legs ending in arris pad feet on platforms, refinished, ht. 28 1/4, dia. 32 1/2 in. $600-800 409 Queen Anne Walnut Mirror, England, 18th century, the scrolled cresting centering an applied heart, above the arched and molded liner and beveled glass, refinished, ht. 28 1/2, wd. 14 1/4 in. $600-800 410 Black-painted Turned Rush-seat Roundabout Chair, New England, last half 18th century, with block-, vase-, and ring-turnings, and shaped splats, the front leg with carved Spanish foot, old surface, ht. 32 1/4, seat ht. 17 1/2 in. $200-400 411 Black-painted Bannister Back Side Chair and another Chair, New England, late 18th century, the shaped cresting above three bannisters, vaseand ring-turned stiles, and ring-turned front legs joined by turned stretchers, early 19th century painted surface with green and gilt striping, together with a similar unpainted example with bulbous front stretcher, ht. 43 in. $400-600 412 Red-painted Pine Chest over Two Drawers, New England, last half 18th century, the molded lift top above the thumbmolded drawer on base with applied molded front bracket and cutout ends, (imperfections), ht. 38, wd. 35 1/4, dp. 18 in. $600-800
414 Maple and Pine Tavern Table with Drawer, New England, 18th century, the rectangular breadboard-end top above a molded base joining block-, vase-, and ring-turned legs and molded stretchers, old refinish, (imperfections), ht. 25 1/2, top wd. 36 1/4, top dp. 23 in. $700-900 414A Bannister-back Side Chair, probably Massachusetts, mid-18th century, with shaped crest, four balusters, and block-, vase-, and ring-turnings, the rear legs with chamfered feet, ht. 47, seat ht. 17 3/4 in. $300-500 415 Maple Turned Tap Table, New England, mid-18th century, the rectangular overhanging top with a rounded edge on four splayed legs continuing to turned feet joined by a straight apron and box stretchers, refinished, ht. 22, wd. 23 1/2, dp. 15 in. $300-500 416 Shaker Cherry and Pine Table with Drawer, New England, early 19th century, the rectangular overhanging top above four block-turned tapering legs joined by a straight apron with drawer, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 28 1/2, wd. 21 1/4, dp. 30 1/2 in. $300-500 417 No lot. 418 Black-painted Slat-back Armed Rocking Chair, possibly New England, late 18th century, with four arched slats, ring-turned stiles, and arms on vase- and ring-turned supports, old surface, likely original splint seat, ht. 41 1/2, seat ht. 16 in. $300-500
419 Maple Turned Ladder-back High Chair, 18th century, with three shaped slats, shaped arms on turned supports continuing to legs ending in pad feet, with vase- and ring-turned double front stretchers, (restoration), ht. 41 1/2, seat ht. 23 in. $800-1,200 420 Black-painted Fan-back Braced Windsor Side Chair, New England, late 18th century, with shaped crest rail above seven spindles, carved saddle seat and vase- and ring-turnings, (some later paint), ht. 35 1/4, seat ht. 16 1/2 in. $400-600 421 Black-painted Windsor Bow-back Continuous Armchair, New England, late 18th century, the beaded crest above eleven swelled spindles and vase- and ring-turned arm supports, on carved seat and bulbous vase- and ring-turned legs, old black paint over earlier coats of red and blue-green, (imperfections), ht. 36, seat ht. 16 1/4 in. $300-500 422 Windsor Sack-back Chair, Wallace Nutting, Saugus, Massachusetts, early 20th century, with eight spindles, carved knuckle handholds, saddle seat, and bulbous vase- and ringturnings, original finish, ht. 37 1/2, seat ht. 17 in. Note: Underside of seat with Nutting label. $400-600 423 Painted Candlestand, New England, late 18th century, the circular top on a vase- and ring-turned post and tripod cabriole leg base ending in rounded pad feet, top in original green paint, base with 19th century black paint with gilt striping, (imperfections), ht. 27 1/4, dia. 14 1/4 in. $250-350 424 Red-painted Pine and Maple Dropleaf Table, New England, c. 1830, on vase- and ring-turned tapering legs, ht. 28 3/4, wd. 42, closed dp. 17 in. $300-500
425 Pieced Pink and Green LinseyWoolsey Quilted Bedcover, America, early 19th century, central square of four pink linen segments with diamond quilting, the pieced green wool border with undulating flowering vine quilting, backed with pieced mustard-colored wool fabric, (minor scattered losses and repairs), 90 x 80 in. $300-500 426 Hand-stitched Pieced Cotton “Rob Peter to Pay Paul” Pattern Quilt, America, early 19th century, composed of blue/tan and brown/red floral printed cotton fabrics, with twenty-five fourpoint stars within circles, and twenty half-stars in half circles, backed with a tan pillar print with flowers and birds, with outline quilting stitches, (tear, edge fraying), 81 1/2 x 80 in. $400-600
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413 Blue-painted Six-board Chest, New England, c. 1800, the lid opens to a well with till and drawer below, with applied molded base, (imperfections), ht. 15 1/2, case wd. 42, dp. 17 in. $200-400
427 Green-painted Wooden Covered Firkin, America, 19th century, lappedseam hoop and stave construction with swing handle, old surface, (minor imperfections), ht. 11 1/4, dia. 13 1/2 in. $300-500 428 Two Painted Round Wooden Lapped-seam Covered Storage Boxes, America, 19th century, one painted gray with wire and turned hardwood bail handle, the interior cover inscribed “Laura Collans Huntley 1861,” the other box reportedly from Vermont, painted red, (shrinkage cracks), ht. 4 1/4, 6, dia. 9 1/2, 13 in., respectively. $300-500 429 Two Painted Wooden Covered Firkins, America, 19th century, wood stave and hoop-constructed firkins with pegged swing handles, one painted gray, reportedly found in Vermont, one painted black over earlier puce, impressed “C&A WILDER/SO. HINGHAM MASS,” the initials “BF” painted in gold on the lid, the interior of the lid is inscribed “Bread Flour” in pencil, (imperfections), ht. to top of lids 11 1/2, 12 1/4 in. $200-300
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429A Mahogany Whale End Shelf, America, 19th century, with four graduating shelves, ht. 32 3/4, wd. 26 1/8, dp. 7 5/8 in. $250-350 430 Oval Paint-decorated Lappedseam Wooden Bride’s Box, northern Europe, 19th century, decorated with polychrome flowers on a blue/gray ground, (losses), ht. 5, wd. 7 3/8, lg. 12 3/4 in. Provenance: Edith Halpert, American Folk Art Gallery, New York. $300-500
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431 Gilt Tooled Leather-covered Wood Dome-top Box, England or America, late 18th/early 19th century, rectangular box with wrought iron swing handle on the domed top, and iron lock, the brown leather exterior with gilt tooled designs of an eight-point star in a diamond reserve centered on the lid, with acorn, fleurde-lis, tulip, and trellis designs with floral and geometric borders on the top and sides, ht. 6, wd. 15 3/8, dp. 8 1/2 in. $300-500
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435 Three Burl Bowls, a Brass-bound Burl Plate, Two Carved Scoops, and a Book-form Box, 18th/19th century, round turned burl bowls, the largest with incised band around the center, the medium size with turned collar, the smallest is rounded and deep; a burl plate possibly Continental, footed, with applied brass band around rim; two wooden scoops, one carved from burl; the book-form box with hinged lid, painted black with gilt edges, dia. 4 3/4 to 14 3/8 in. $400-600 436 Round Turned Burl Bowl, America, early 19th century, with turned collar, (crack at bowl center), ht. 6 1/4, dia. 14 in. $300-400 437 Walnut Tilt-top Tea Table, Pennsylvania, mid-18th century, the circular dished top tilts on a birdcage support and bulbous vase- and ring-turned post and tripod base of cabriole legs with paneled knees ending in pad feet on platforms, (minor imperfections), ht. 29, dia. 32 in. $1,000-1,500
441 Staffordshire Pottery Pearlware Lion Figurine, England, late 18th century, depicting a lion with one paw resting on an orb, on a rectangular plinth, polychrome enamel decoration, (imperfections), ht. 9 1/4, lg. 13, wd. 5 5/8 in. $300-500 442 Four Oblong Cobalt Blue-edged Pearlware Platters, England, 19th century, three matching graduating platters with blue feather rim borders, one with blue impressed anthemion and ropetwist rim border, (minor rim chips and glaze wear), dia. 12 x 15 1/4, 13 1/2 x 17, 14 1/2 x 18; 13 1/2 x 16 3/4 in., respectively. $400-600 443 Floral-decorated Pearlware Mug, England, early 19th century, quart mug decorated in an allover floral pattern in a palette of underglaze blue, green, ochre, yellow, and brown, (imperfections), ht. 6 in. $300-500 444 Three Pieces of Marbled Mochaware Pottery, England, 19th century, a small cream jug, a tumbler, and a small footed bowl, (imperfections), ht. 3 1/2 to 4 in. $250-350
432 Paint-decorated Pine Storage Box, New England, 19th century, the nailconstructed box with a hinged lid and applied chamfered molding at base, old surface of comb-decoration, (minor imperfections), ht. 9, wd. 28 1/2, dp. 13 in. $250-350
438 Walnut Tilt-top Candlestand, Pennsylvania, last half 18th century, the circular molded top on a birdcage support and vase- and ring-turned post continuing to tripod base of cabriole legs with paneled knees ending in pad feet on platforms, (minor imperfections), ht. 29, dia. 23 1/2 in. $600-800
433 Three Redware Jugs, America, early 19th century, ovoid form with reeded strap handles, two decorated with brown manganese splotches, one with a reeded band around the shoulder, (imperfections), ht. 6 1/2 to 8 1/4 in. $300-500
439 Mahogany Carved Tilt-top Tea Table, late 18th century, the circular top on a vase- and ring-turned spiral-carved support and tripod cabriole leg base ending in pad feet, ht. 27 3/4, dia. 28 in. $800-1,200
445 Chippendale Oxbow Serpentine Slant-lid Desk, possibly North Shore of Massachusetts, late 18th century, the lid opens to an interior of the central concave drawers with fan-carving flanked by drawers and valanced compartments, with cockbeaded case of four drawers on ogee bracket feet centering a fan-carved drop pendant, replaced brasses, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 43 3/4, wd. 42, dp. 23 in. $1,200-1,800
434 Two Turned Burl Bowls, America, early 19th century, round bowls, one with a turned collar, the other with a reeded band, varnished surface, (imperfections), ht. 5 3/4, 4 3/4, dia. 18 3/4, 14 1/2 in., respectively. $300-500
440 Chippendale Walnut Pembroke Table, probably Pennsylvania, c. 176080, the rectangular drop-leaf top above a cockbeaded apron with drawer joining four square legs with molded cuffs joined by cross-stretchers, refinished, ht. 29 1/2, wd. 20 1/4, dp. 31 in. $400-600
446 Pair of Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs, probably Boston, c. 1760-80, with serpentine crest rails and molded terminals above a carved pierced “owl” splat on overupholstered seats and bracketed square beaded legs, old surface, (imperfections), ht. 36 1/2, ht. 17 in. $300-500
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453 Tiger Maple Turned Tall-post Tester Bed, probably New England, c. 1800, with four conformingly turned posts continuing to elongated vase- and ring-turned legs, joined by a scrolled headboard and topped with a scrolled tester frame, (alterations), ht. 86, wd. 51 1/2, lg. 74 in. $1,000-1,500
448 Chippendale Mahogany Side Chair, New England, late 18th century, the square scratch-beaded back with five vertical stiles on a trapezoidal slip seat and square beaded legs joined by stretchers, ht. 37 1/2, seat ht. 18 in. $300-500
454 Woven Wool and Cotton “HEMFIELD RAILROAD” Coverlet, probably Pennsylvania, 19th century, two-piece, double weave structure of navy blue and salmon wool and natural cotton, with a field of floral and foliate medallions in squares, with single and double borders depicting railroad locomotives and fuel tender cars, with corner blocks depicting a bust of Mr. T.M.T. McKennan, first president of the railroad, encircled with a woven inscription “HEMFIELD RAILROAD,” fringed on three sides, (scattered fraying, losses), 84 x 77 in.
449 Tiger Maple Tilt-top Tea Table, New England, late 18th century, the circular top on a vase- and ring-turned post and tripod base of cabriole legs ending in pad feet (minor imperfections), ht. 28 1/4, dia. 35 1/4 in. $600-800 450 Carved Cherry Chest of Four Drawers, possibly Connecticut, late 18th century, the rectangular top above a case of cockbeaded graduated drawers, on molded ogee bracket base, refinished, ht. 36 3/4, case wd. 41 1/2, dp. 18 1/2 in. $800-1,200 451 Federal Cherry Tilt-top Table, possibly Connecticut River Valley, the rectangular top with serpentine sides, on a swelled ring-turned post and tripod cabriole leg base ending in arris pad feet, refinished, (minor imperfections), ht. 28, wd. 20, dp. 17 1/2 in. $400-600 452 Cherry Tall-post Tester Bed, probably Massachusetts, c. 1800, the square tapering fluted footposts joined to the chamfered tapering headposts and peaked headboard and topped by a flat tester frame, old refinish, ht. 83, wd. 48, lg. 74 in. $1,000-1,500
Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, by Melinda Zongor (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2002), pp. 186-87. Zongor writes: “This is the famous Hemfield Railroad coverlet, much prized by collectors. In this example, the pattern and color changes create a visual texture of a third color and a resemblance to ingrain carpeting. The correct spelling should include a ‘P’; but it would not have fit into the circular motif. It is not known if this is an ad hoc abbreviation...or a misspelling.” Note: Beginning in 1857 the Hempfield (Hemfield) Railroad ran from the towns of Wheeling to Washington, Pennsylvania, and in 1871 it was sold to the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. $1,000-1,500 455 Patriotic Wool and Cotton Woven Coverlet with Bust of “GEN. WASHINGTON,” America, 19th century, single-piece, double weave coverlet of navy and red wool and natural cotton, woven in a windowpane design with eagles, American shields, and “LIBERTY” inscriptions, and peacocks on fruiting branches, with blossom, leaf, and bird borders, the four corners woven with busts of “GEN. WASHINGTON” motifs, fringed on three sides, (minor toning, scattered light stains), 90 x 76 in. $800-1,200
456 Patriotic Red and White Woven Wool and Cotton Coverlet, woven by Ira Hadsell, Palmyra, Wayne County, New York, 1869, single-piece, double weave coverlet of red wool and natural cotton with large central medallion with flowers and foliage, and olive branches around four female busts likely depicting the allegorical figure of Liberty with “LIBERTY” inscribed above, flanked by American flags; the medallion is surrounded by a field of flowering vines with borders of cornucopias and classical urns, the corners with spreadwing eagles and American shields under a banner inscribed “E PLURIBUS UNUM” and over a small banner with the date “1869,” the maker’s name inscribed twice on one end “WOVEN. AT.PALMYRA.N.Y.BY IRA HADSELL,” (minor repairs, minor fraying on edges), 82 x 80 in. Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, Melinda Zongor (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2002), pp. 212-13. Zongor writes: “The classic urns and floral arrangements, together with cornucopias, surround the central motif at the borders and suggest a theme of ‘peace and plenty.’ This coverlet was made four years after the end of the Civil War (1861-1865). The choice of slogans suggests that it is celebrating the survival of the American Union.” $800-1,200
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447 Chippendale Upholstered Mahogany Wing Chair, probably Massachusetts, c. 1760-80, the serpentine crest and shaped sides above outward-scrolling arms and bowed seat rail, on square legs joined by square stretchers to the raking rear legs, ht. 47 1/2, seat ht. 17 in. $1,000-1,500
457 Red and White Woven Wool and Cotton Coverlet, woven by Harry Tyler, 1801-c. 1858, Butterville, Jefferson County, New York, 1839, two-piece, double weave coverlet woven of red wool and natural cotton with a central field of stars and floral medallions, bordered on three sides with leafy fruiting trees and fences, the bottom border with inscriptions “JEFFERSON CO.” and “JEFFERSON CO. N.Y,” two corner blocks featuring Harry Tyler’s early trademark lion figure with woven inscription “PATIENCE ELY/EMILY ELY/1839,”minor toning, light stains, and loss), approx. 89 x 81 in. Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, Melinda Zongor (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2002), pp. 68-9. Zongor writes: “Tyler is known for the unique variety of his patterns and the quality of his colors. His work is a perfect study of pattern, which changed and evolved with the fashion of the day.” $1,000-1,500
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458 Blue and White Woven Wool and Cotton Coverlet, woven by Harry Tyler, Butterville, Jefferson County, New York, 1843, two-piece, double weave coverlet woven with dark navy wool and natural cotton with a central field of stars and floral medallions, bordered on three sides with leafy fruiting trees and fences, the bottom border with inscriptions “JEFFERSON CO.” and “JEFFERSON CO. N.Y,” two corner blocks featuring Harry Tyler’s early trademark lion figures with woven inscription “DIANA FULLER/1843,” (minor losses, unobtrusive repairs), approx. 88 x 79 in.
460 Wool and Cotton Patriotic and Floral Theme Coverlet, woven by Archibald Davidson, Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, 1835, two-piece, double weave, navy blue wool and natural cotton coverlet depicting a central field of rose and thistle medallions, two of the sides with floral and foliate borders, the end border with eagles and shields over prancing horses, two corner blocks with woven inscriptions: “ELSY BAGLEY/LIBER-TY. & INDEPE/NDANC-E/ITHACA/1835/A./ DAVIDSON/FANCY/WEAVER.,” fringed on three sides, (toning, minor scattered losses), 88 x 79 in.
Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, Melinda Zongor (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2002), pp. 92-3. $800-1,200
Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, by Melinda Zongor (Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2002), pp. 32-3. Zongor writes: “Archibald Davidson’s prominent use of the thistle indicates his Scottish heritage, as does the double weave structure.” $800-1,200
459 Two-color Woven Wool and Cotton Coverlet, Harry Tyler, Butterville, Jefferson County, New York, 1856, two-piece, double weave coverlet woven with strawberry red wool yarn and natural cotton centered with a large foliate medallion in a foliate bordered square with floral sprays in the corners, bordered with urns and scrolled foliage and four trademark spreadwing eagle and stars corner blocks with woven inscription “UNITED WE STAND/1856/ANN.AGUSTA.. GREEN/JEFFERSON CO. N.Y.,” (toning, several scattered small losses), approx. 88 x 78 in.; together with an October 1965 issue of the Bulletin of the Jefferson County Historical Society with an article titled “The Story of the ‘Tyler Coverlet,’” a biography of the notable weaver Harry Tyler by his granddaughter. $1,000-1,500
461 Three-color Woven Wool “Year 1850” Coverlet, America, 1850, two-piece, double weave coverlet with a field of floral and foliate patterns bordered by flowering vines, with blossom corner block motifs inscribed “YEAR 1850,” fringed on one end, (fading/stains, fraying, minor holes), approx. 90 x 75 in. $800-1,200 462 Patriotic Three-color Tied Beiderwand Coverlet, America, 19th century, two-piece woven red, blue, and green wool and natural cotton, with floral and geometric tile patterns on the central field, two sides with grapevine borders, one end border with alternating cupola-topped buildings and planters with flowers, two corner blocks with a leafy wreath above a spreadwing standing eagle over “LIBERTY” inscription, (minor toning and light stains, fringe losses, minor wool losses), approx. 88 x 80 in. Literature: This coverlet is pictured in Coverlets and the Spirit of America, by Melinda Zongor (Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., Pennsylvania, 2002), pp. 108-09. $600-800
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463 Woven Red and White Tied Beiderwand Coverlet with “Bostontown” Border, possibly woven by Gabriel Miller, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, mid-19th century, singlepiece coverlet of red wool and natural cotton, centered with a field of fruit and flower-filled classical urns, billing birds, and birds with young in nest motifs, with a border of alternating Federalstyle and Asian pagoda-style buildings, fringed on three edges, (minor toning and fringe losses), approx. 82 x 76 in. $600-800 464 Woven Blue and White Wool and Cotton Coverlet, America, 19th century, two-piece, double weave coverlet in a geometric snowflake pattern, fringed on one end, (toning, minor stains, repairs), 82 x 66 in. $300-500 465 Three-color Tied Beiderwand Coverlet, America, dated “1838,” twopiece woven red, blue, and green wool and natural cotton, with rows of floral and foliate patterns on the central field, three sides with leafy vine and eightpoint star borders, two corner blocks with the name of the probable client and date “HANNAH TRUAX 1838,” fringed on three edges, (minor toning, scattered stains and losses), approx. 93 x 86 in. Provenance: Susan Parrish. $500-700 466 Red, White, and Blue Overshot Coverlet, probably America, early 19th century, two-piece coverlet in rust, red, and navy blue wool and white cotton woven in a geometric windowpane design with zigzag borders, fringed on three sides, (minor wear, fringe losses), approx. 88 x 77 in. Provenance: Consignor purchased the coverlet from Elise Beaven, November 25, 1976. $200-400 467 Woven Blue and White “Lover’s Knot” Variant Coverlet in Two Panels, America, 19th century, twopiece, double weave coverlet in dark navy wool and natural cotton, with segmented line and zigzag borders, (minor toning), each panel approx. 84 x 35 in. $200-400
469 Blue and White Jacquard Coverlet, J. Stiff, Stillwater, New Jersey, 1837, two-piece, double weave, wool and cotton coverlet composed of twelve oval floral medallions interspersed with nine floral diamond designs, with a border design of spreadwing eagles with “LIBERTY” inscribed above their heads, alternating with trees, with diamond chain edge border, two corner blocks with inscription “GIFT BY S. WILSON TO S.J. COX, STILLWATER 1837/J. STIFF WEAVER,” applied fringe on one end, (scattered light stains, minor repairs, minor toning), 80 x 79 1/2 in. $500-700 470 Blue and White Woven Floral Pattern Coverlet, America, c. 1840, two-piece, double weave, dark navy blue wool and natural cotton coverlet depicting a central field of floral medallions interspersed with diamonds and stars, three sides with floral and foliate borders, two corner blocks with woven inscriptions “ELIZA S/HOWE/1840,” (scattered losses), approx. 92 x 83 in. $600-800 471 Blue and White Checked Homespun Linen Mattress Tick and Bolster Cover, America, early 19th century, mattress tick 65 x 53, bolster 53 1/2 x 18 1/2 in. $200-250 472 Two Historical Blue Transferdecorated Staffordshire Pottery Covered Sugar Bowls, England, early 19th century, one depicting the “Landing of LaFayette,” the other “Mac Donnough’s Victory,” with floral borders, (imperfections), ht. 6 1/2, 6 7/8, dia. 7 1/4, 5 1/2 in., respectively. $300-500
473 Two Historical Blue Transferdecorated Staffordshire Pottery Dinner Plates, Enoch Wood & Sons, Burslem, England, early 19th century, one depicting THE LANDING OF THE FATHERS AT PLYMOUTH DEC 22 1620, with printed inscription between border and center view, the names Carver, Bradford, Winslow, Brewster, & Standish inscribed at c.r. of scene, the words AMERICA INDEPENDENT/JULY 4 1776 and WASHINGTON BORN 1732 DIED 1799 inscribed on border cartouches, with printed maker’s mark, the other depicting the Boston State House, (with chaise), with floral border, dia. 10 in. $400-600 474 Two Blue Transfer-decorated Staffordshire Plates Depicting Sailing Vessels, Enoch Wood [& Sons], Burslem, England, early 19th century, a dinner plate depicting “The Kent East Indiaman,” shown as on the day it caught fire and became lost at sea in the Bay of Biscay March 1, 1825, (cavetto chip, surface wear); and a luncheon plate depicting “Dartmouth” a British harbor scene with fishing boats, figures, and castle and mountains in the background, both with shell borders, titles below, and impressed maker’s marks, dia. 9 1/4, 8 1/2 in., respectively. $200-250 475 Four Blue Transfer-decorated Staffordshire “City Hall/New York” Dinner Plates, John & William Ridgeway, Hanley, England, 1814-30, the plates depicting CITY HALL NEW YORK, from the Beauties of America series, with a floral medallion border, printed title and maker’s mark on the reverse, (minor wear), dia. 9 7/8 in. $300-500 476 Four Blue Transfer-decorated Staffordshire Pottery Plates, England, early 19th century, two dinner plates depicting British hunting scenes, a dinner plate with central fruit and flowers with floral border, and a “Quadrupeds” pattern luncheon plate, (rim chip), dia. 8 7/8 to 10 5/8 in. $200-400
477 Transfer-decorated Staffordshire Pottery Washington Memorial Tea Bowl and Saucer, Enoch Wood and Sons, Burslem, 1819-46, with blue and white transfer-printed design depicting the figure of Washington standing beside a tomb with the name “WASHINGTON” in an oval cartouche, holding a scroll in one hand, with floral border, (hairline on saucer), overall ht. 2 7/8 in. $200-300 478 Blue and White Transfer-decorated Staffordshire Pottery Platter with London Scene, Enoch Wood, Burslem, England, early 19th century, chamfered rectangular platter depicting “St. George’s Chapel/Regent St.” from the “London Views” with grapevine borders, printed title and impressed maker’s mark on bottom, 13 x 16 1/2 in. $250-350
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468 Blue and White Woven Jacquard Coverlet, probably eastern United States, 1830, two-piece, double weave wool and cotton coverlet composed of nine large floral medallions interspersed with quatrefoil designs, with a border design of spreadwing eagles with shields, alternating with spire-top buildings, with diamond chain edge border, two corner blocks with inscription “ELIZABETH, HOLBERT 1830,” (toning, scattered losses), 96 x 78 1/2 in. $500-700
479 Two Historical Transfer-decorated Staffordshire Landing of LaFayette Dinner Plates, James and Ralph Clews, Cobridge, England, 1819-36, each titled below scene “Landing of Gen. LaFayette at Castle Garden in New York, 16 August, 1824,” with impressed maker’s mark on base, dia. 10 1/8 in. $400-600 480 Twenty-one Transfer-printed Staffordshire Pottery Table Items, England, 19th century, a pitcher and basin with blue and white transfer design depicting an English Castle with floral and fruit borders by Enoch Wood & Sons, with impressed maker’s marks; two teacups and saucers with blue and white depiction of a horse-drawn sleigh and driver in the woods, with pink lustre borders, impressed “WOOD” on the bottom; ten dinner plates and five luncheon plates with mulberry transfer designs, the dinner plates depicting “View of the Cattskill [Catskill] Mountain House NY,” the luncheon plates depicting the “Battery & New York” both by Job and John Jackson with printed titles and makers mark on the reverse, (minor imperfections), ht. to 7 3/4, dia. 4 1/2 to 12 1/8 in. $400-600
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481 Twenty-nine Assorted Freeblown Colorless Wineglasses, early 19th century, fifteen with knopped stems, four with trapped bubbles in the stems, ht. 3 to 6 in. $300-500 482 Twenty-one Pieces of Colorless Blown and Cut Glass Stemware, early 19th century, the bowls decorated with cut flutes, ovals, and ribs, one with wheel-engraved stylized blossoms, all but two with knopped stems, ht. 3 7/8 to 4 3/4 in. $250-350
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483 Four Blown Three-mold Colorless Glass Decanters with Stoppers, America, early 19th century, three decanters with three applied double ridged bands on the neck, the sides with wide bands of ribbing and diamond diaper patterns, (one with crack on base); and one with diamond, ribbed, and sunburst designs; three with hollow stoppers with diamond diaper and ribbed designs, two of which have a blossom on the top, and one with a solid blossom-form stopper, ht. 10 to 10 1/2 in. $150-250
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484 Four Blown Three-mold Colorless Glass Decanters with Stoppers, America, early 19th century, a pair of small decanters with wide bands of vertical ribbing and diamond diaper patterns with solid blossomfrom stoppers; one with diamond diaper, slanted and vertical ribs, and sunburst designs with hollow ball-form stoppers with diamond diaper and ribbed designs with a blossom on the top, and one with bands of ribbing, sunburst, diamond diaper, and zigzag designs, with hollow ball-form stopper, ht. 8 3/4 to 10 in. $200-300 485 No lot. 486 Amethyst Pressed Glass Tulip Vase, Boston & Sandwich Glass Company, Sandwich, Massachusetts, 1845-65, scalloped rim on paneled bowl on an octagonal base, (minor chips), ht. 10 in. $400-600
487 Four Assorted Colored Pressed Lacy Glass Cup Plates, America, early 19th century, one peacock blue centered with a bust of Henry Clay facing left (Lee-Rose 565-B), one cobalt blue centered with the ship Cadmus (Lee-Rose 610A), one amber with radiating star motifs (Lee-Rose 323), and one amethyst with daisy with bull’s-eye center (Lee-Rose 522), (rim chips), dia. 3 1/4 to 3 5/8 in. $200-400 488 Blown Colorless Glass Bottle with Stopper, early 19th century, tall cylindrical form with hollow blown conical stopper, with gilt and black painted shield-shaped label “Sperm Oil,” (base crack), ht. 25 3/4 in. $200-300 489 Murray Draper Fairman & Co. and James Webster, publishers (Philadelphia, 1815) The Battle on Lake Erie...Fought Sept. 10, 1813-First View. Engraved by Murray, Draper, Fairman & Co. after Thomas Sully and Francis Kearny. Published July 26, 1815, engraving with hand-coloring on paper, sheet size 20 1/2 x 27 in., in a contemporary molded wood frame. Condition: Margins trimmed, laid down onto paper, several repaired tears into image u.r. sky, and l. and r. sides, several margin repairs, toning, foxing. $800-1,200 490 John Boydell, publisher (British, 1719-1804), P.C. Canot, engraver, After R. Paton To the Captains, other Officers & Seamen who... burnt the PRUDENT and took the BIENFAISANT in Louisbourg Harbour about 1 o’clock in the morning of the 26th July, 1758., dated February 14, 1771. Engraving with hand-coloring on wove paper, depicting a French naval engagement, 18 1/2 x 25 1/2 in., in a later molded wood frame. Condition: Margins extend 1 in. or more beyond plate line, minor toning. $400-600
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491 John B. Guerrazzi, publisher (Italian, Early 19th Century) Two Views of Naval Engagements in the Tripolitan War: The attack made on Tripoli on the 3d August 1804 by the American Squadron under Commodore Edward Preble... and The burning of the American Fregate [sic] the Philadelphia in the harbor of Tripoli happily executed by the valiant Cap. Decatur to whom this plate is respectfully dedicated by his Obedient Servant John B. Guerrazzi/sold in Leghorn 1805. Identified in inscriptions below images, engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper, sight sizes 12 1/4 x 15 3/4, 11 3/4 x 15 3/4 in., respectively, in matching later molded giltwood frames. Condition: Toning, repairs on margins, some slightly into image, not examined out of frames. $300-500 492 D.W. Kellogg & Co., publisher (Hartford, Connecticut, 1830-1900) The Capture of H.B.M.’s Sloop of War JAVA by the U.S. Frigate CONSTITUTION., undated. Lithograph with hand-coloring on paper, sheet size 10 x 13 3/4 in., in a later molded wood frame. Condition: Toning, repaired margin tears. $200-400 493 Benjamin Tanner, publisher (Philadelphia, Early 19th Century) Engagement between the U.S. Frigate Constitution ... & the British Frigate Guerrier...Thursday 19th August, 1812., dated October 1st, 1812. Identified in inscriptions, with extracts from Captain Hull’s letters, and a list of the two warships’ armament and casualties flanking the title. Engraving with hand-coloring, 13 x 17 1/4 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Laid down onto paper, margins trimmed, top margin trimmed below plate line, toning. $200-300
Episode de la Guerre de L’Independence, undated. Identified in inscriptions. Lithograph with hand-coloring on paper, sheet size 15 3/8 x 20 1/2 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Repaired tears, some slightly into image, toning, scattered small abrasions. $200-300 495 C.P. Fessenden, publisher (Philadelphia, Early 19th Century) The Capture of H.B.M. Sloop of War Frolic, Capn. Whinyates, by the U.S. Sloop of War Wasp, Capn. Jab. Jones, on the 18th of Octr. 1812 after a close Action of 43 Minutes. Soon after the Frolic Surrendered both her Masts went by the Board. She had 6 Merchant’s Ships under her Convoy. “Drawn & Engraved by F. Kearny, from a Sketch by Lieut. Claxton, of the Wasp,” also with a list of the two warships’ armament and casualties. Identified in inscriptions. Aquatint with hand-coloring, 13 3/4 x 18 1/2 in., in a later black-painted molded wood frame. Condition: Print applied to paper, toing, repaired tears, primarily in margins. $200-300 496 After John Christian Schetky (Scottish, 1778-1874) This representation of the H.M.S Shannon carrying by boarding the American Frigate Chesapeake. After a cannonade of five minutes. on the 1st of June, 1813. Is dedicated by his obliged and most grateful Servant R.H. King, c. 1830. Titled in inscriptions. Engraving, no. 3 in a series of four, 15 x 18 1/2 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Backed with linen, margins trimmed near plate edges, toning. $150-250
497 W. Strickland & W. Kneass, engravers and publishers (Philadelphia, c. 1812) Signal Naval Victory, ...U.S. Frigate Constitution, over H.B. Majesty’s Frigate Guerriere... Identified in inscriptions. Lithograph with handcoloring on paper, sight size 10 3/4 x 14 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Toning, losses on corners and edges, repaired tears, not examined out of frame. $150-250
502 Pewter Teapot, Morris Benham, West Meriden, Connecticut, early 19th century, baluster form with hinged lid and scrolled ear-shaped hollow pewter handle, painted black, impressed “BENHAM” on base, (dents), ht. 9 3/4 in. $200-300 503-504 No lots. 505 American School, 19th Century
498 Probably D.W. Kellogg & Co., publisher (Hartford, Connecticut, 1830-1900) Combat Between the Frigate Constitution & the British Frigate Guerriere. Titled in margin inscription. Lithograph with hand-coloring on paper, sheet size 10 3/4 x 14 3/8 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Margins trimmed, light toning, minor foxing, repaired tear l.r. $150-250 499 Federal Carved and Upholstered Mahogany Lolling Chair, probably New England, the serpentine cresting above scratch-beaded shaped arms on concave supports on square molded front legs joined to the raking rear legs by square stretchers, refinished, ht. 43, ht. 16 1/2 in. $1,000-1,500 500 Federal Carved Mahogany and Wavy Birch Inlaid Upholstered Sofa, New England, c. 1810, the slightly arched back with projecting beaded handholds on reeded vase- and ringturned supports continuing to wavy birch inlaid panels and similarly turned legs, (alterations), ht. 31, wd. 54, dp. 22 in. $1,500-2,500 501 Pair of Paint-decorated and Gilded Fancy Chairs, Massachusetts, c. 1805-20, the cresting with drapery centering leafage above an urn, (paint loss), ht. 34 1/2, seat ht. 17 1/2 in.
Theorem of a Rose. Signed “Elina Dean” l.r. Watercolor on paper. 9 1/4 x 7 3/4 in., in a period painted and gilded gesso frame. Condition: Minor toning and foxing. $200-300 506 American School, 19th Century
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494 Victor Delarue, publisher (Paris, Early 19th Century)
Bouquet of Flowers on a Table. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 8 x 9 7/8 in., in a period molded oak frame with gilt liner. Condition: Light toning, foxing, and moisture stains. $300-500 507 American School, 19th Century Theorem of an Urn of Flowers. Signed “Mrs. Sally A. Yoder 1871” on the urn, watercolor on paper, 13 3/4 x 10 1/2 in., in a period reeded wood frame. Condition: Toning, minor foxing. $800-1,200 507A American School, 19th Century Small Portrait of a Young Woman Seated on a Classical Sofa, Holding a Book. Unsigned. Watercolor on paper, 6 3/4 x 5 5/8 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame with gilt liner. Condition: Minor toning. $200-300
Literature: For an identical chair, see Dean Fales, American Painted Furniture 1660-1880, pp. 146-47, figure 238. $400-600
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508 Framed Calligraphic Valentine and Two Quarter-plate Daguerreotype Portraits, ink and watercolor on paper valentine with an intricate calligraphic design surrounding a verse, inscribed “To Aunt Caroline...Valentine’s Day 1847...Charlie F.,” (minor creases, not examined out of frame), sight size 5 1/4 x 5 1/2 in., in a molded mahogany frame with gilt liner; together with two quarterplate daguerreotype portraits: one depicting three children, (minor tarnish), and one of a young bearded gentleman, (tarnish around edges), in pressed paper cases. $300-500 509 Greek Revival Mahogany Step-back Cupboard, probably Massachusetts, c. 1820-30, in two sections, the top with peaked cornice, above two cupboard doors opening to eight compartments and two shelves, above projecting lower section with doors opening to shelves with scrolled dividers, old finish, (imperfections), ht. 92, wd. 48, dp. 16 1/2 in.
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Note: Pen inscription at edge of backboard reads: “Capt. L. Holmes, Kingston, Mass.” $700-900
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510 Federal Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Inlaid Sideboard, New York or New Jersey, early 19th century, the rectangular top above a conforming case of five cockbeaded drawers with string inlay and crossbanded borders, all centering two recessed hinged doors, on four square tapering legs, replaced brasses, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 39 1/2, case wd. 68 1/4, case dp. 23 in. $1,000-1,500 511 Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Three-drawer Worktable, possibly New York, c. 1815-20, the rectangular top above a conforming case of drawers centering bone escutcheons, the topmost fitted with compartments and a lift-out work surface, all on vaseand ring-turned, spiral-carved, swelled legs ending in tapering ring-turned feet, replaced lion’s head ring pulls, old surface (imperfections), ht. 29, wd. 18, dp. 16 in. $300-500
512 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Veneer Astragal-end Worktable, probably New York, early 19th century, the two lidded compartments flanking a case of two drawers and a hinged door bordered by reeded pilasters, on vase- and ring-turned legs, refinished, replaced brasses, ht. 28, wd. 25, dp. 14 1/2 in. $600-800 513 Neoclassical Giltwood Mirror, England, c. 1805-10, the eglomise tablet showing a cottage flanked by Gothic arches, (minor imperfections), ht. 27 1/4, wd. 13 1/4 in. $300-500 514 Classical Split-baluster Gilt Ebonized Mirror, New England, c. 1825, with tablet showing a child seated playing with a hoop, (minor imperfections), ht. 32, wd. 15 1/2 in. $250-350 515 Cherry Divided Knife Box, America, c. 1820, dovetail-constructed box with heart-shaped pierced handhold, ht. 5 1/4, wd. 8 1/2, lg. 12 1/2 in. $100-150 516 Federal Mahogany Dressing Mirror, Boston, c. 1820-25, the rectangular mirror with single arch-molded frame on turned supports, on a case of three drawers on turned feet, old brass pulls, old refinish, (minor imperfections), ht. 22, wd. 22 3/4, dp. 7 3/4 in. $200-300 517 Federal Carved Mahogany and Mahogany Inlaid Dressing Mirror, possibly Boston, c. 1820, the rectangular mirror supported by scratch-beaded posts topped with turned finials and flanked by scrolled supports, above the case of four drawers on turned feet, ht. 21 1/2, wd. 30, dp. 7 3/4 in. $300-500 518 Federal Inlaid Mahogany Card Table, New England, early 19th century, the top with serpentine front and halfserpentine ends, on conforming base centering a pointed oval within a mitred panel, on ring-turned reeded legs, refinished, (imperfections), ht. 31, wd. 36, dp. 18 in. $800-1,200
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519 Brass-bound Writing Box on Stand, probably China, last half 19th century, with a compartmented interior, on a later conforming base of square legs and cross-stretchers, (imperfections), ht. 23, wd. 18, dp. 12 in. $400-600 520 Four Chinese Export Porcelain Tableware Items, 18th to 19th century, two platters: one oblong with shaped baroque rim and one chamfered rectangular form, both decorated with Chinese waterway landscapes in the center, (rim chips), 15 x 18, 13 3/8 x 16 1/4; a shallow scalloped rim serving bowl in the Canton pattern, (two hairlines, rim repair), ht. 3, dia. 10 5/8; and a punch bowl with polychrome enamel decoration around the sides with Mandarin family figures and landscapes, the interior with flower sprigs at the center, with gilt spearhead borders, (repaired crack, hairlines), ht. 5, dia. 11 7/8 in. $300-500 521 Two Blue and White Canton Porcelain Covered Serving Dishes, China, late 19th century, a footed chamfered rectangular tureen with boar’s head handles, and a lozengeshaped dish, ht. 6 1/4, 4 1/2, dia. 11, 11 1/2 in., respectively. $300-500 522 Five Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Platters, late 19th century, one rectangular and four chamfered rectangular platters, (rectangular dish with rim and base chip), sizes: 7 x 9 1/4, 8 3/4 x 10 3/4, 5 1/8 x 9 1/2, 6 1/2 x 11, and 8 x 10 1/4 in. $200-300 523 Blue and White Canton Oval Porcelain Fruit Bowl with Underplate, China, late 19th century, with upright fan-shaped handles, with reticulated sides on the bowl and underplate rim, overall ht. 5 5/8, dia. to 9 3/4 in. $300-500 524 Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Fitz Hugh Pattern Warming Dish, early to mid-19th century, dia. 11 1/2 in. $200-250
526 Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Tureen, early 19th century, the chamfered rectangular footed vessel decorated with a waterway scene with stem knop on the cover and boar’s head handles, (rim chip), ht. 9, wd. 8 7/8, lg. 14 1/4 in. $300-500 527 Five Blue and White Canton Porcelain Serving Dishes, China, early to late 19th century, a lozengeshaped covered dish, two hot-water warming plates, a covered circular bowl, and a covered sugar bowl, (imperfections), ht. to 5, dia. 6 1/4 to 11 3/4 in. $500-700 528 Blue and White Nanking Cut-corner Porcelain Bowl, China, early 19th century, ht. 4 3/4, dia. 9 1/2 in. $200-300 529 Large Blue and White Canton Porcelain Platter, China, late 19th century, chamfered rectangular platter, 16 x 18 3/4 in. $300-500
531 Thirty-nine Assorted Canton Porcelain Table Items, China, late 19th century, an oblong and a lozengeshaped covered serving dish, a cream pitcher, twelve dinner plates, four luncheon plates, nine dessert plates, seven small round plates or saucers, and four small lozenge-shaped condiment dishes, (imperfections), dia. 4 to 11 1/2 in. $400-600
534 Pieced Printed Cotton Hourglass Pattern Quilt, America, late 19th century, with rows of pieced hourglass shapes within diamonds in salmon pink, brown, and light blue floralprinted fabrics alternating with rows of dark brown and rust printed pattern diamonds, with salmon pink printed fabric edging, backed with brown floral-printed fabric, with outline, chevron, and intersecting line quilting, (minor stain), 86 x 78 in.
532 Pieced Cotton Flannel Family Record Quilt Top with Folk-stitched Embroidery, America, early 20th century, the quilt top composed of woven plaid and striped cotton flannel segments joined together and embroidered with cream-colored cotton threads cross-stitched over the seams, several larger segments embellished with embroidered motifs including flowering tree, bowl with blossoms, birds in a fruit tree, a horse, a pig and several names including “ANDREW,” “HENRY,” “ADALINE,” “PATTERSON,” “NEWTON,” “LAY FAYET,” and “MA” and “PA,” mounted on a folding wooden frame, 76 x 71 in. $3,000-5,000
Provenance: Purchased from Grace Stammers, October 1970. $300-500
533 Pieced Cotton Log Cabin Variant Quilt, America, c. 1880s, with thirty large blocks of pieced printed and solid color cotton, most of the blocks centered with a red square on point, and with red triangular corners forming the larger squares on point in the pattern, edged with red fabric, backed with natural cotton, outline stitch quilting, a piece of fabric basted on the corner is inscribed “Made by my Husband’s Grandmother about 1880(signed) Florence Burnham,” (toning, fraying, fading), 94 x 78 in.
536 Pieced and Appliqued Cotton Irish Chain Quilt with Undulating Budding Vine Border, America, late 19th/ early 20th century, with solid red and white checkered diamond grid, each diamond centered with a solid colored red, green, and yellow flower blossom and buds, surrounded by an undulating budding vine in the same solid color fabrics, with diamond and parallel undulating line quilting, edged and backed with white cotton fabric, (minor toning and fading, scattered stains), 94 x 72 in. $400-600
535 Pieced Cotton Variable Star Pattern Quilt, America, late 19th/early 20th century, with blocks set on point of various colored pieced printed cotton eight-point stars on a white ground alternating with blocks of red printed leafy vine designs, edged with brown and white printed fabric and backed with a brown and tan floral printed check design fabric, with diagonal and curved line quilting, (fading, minor toning), 86 x 74 in. $300-500
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525 Eighteen Mostly Canton Export Porcelain Table Items, China, late 19th century, sixteen assembled pieces with Canton decoration: five dinner plates, six luncheon or salad plates, a round covered hot water bowl, a small covered lighthouse-form coffeepot, a leaf-form dish, and two ginger jars; and a dinner plate and a lozenge-form covered dish in the Nanking pattern, ht. to 6 3/4, dia. to 11 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500
Provenance: Purchased from Roger Bacon, August 1973. 530 Four Blue and White Chinese Export Porcelain Serving Dishes, 19th century, a Nanking pattern oval platter, Canton cream jug and scallop-rim bowl, and a scallop-rim gravy boat in a waterway design, (imperfections), ht. to 3 3/4, dia. 6 1/4 to 12 1/2 in. $200-400
Exhibitions: Bicentennial Exhibition, Boston City Hall, 1976. $200-400
537 Pieced Cotton Nine Patch Striped Quilt, America, late 19th/early 20th century, with long panels of pieced printed and natural cotton nine-patch motifs set on point on a brown floralprinted ground, alternating with tan and white-printed striped fabric, edged with brown-printed fabric, backed with natural cotton, with diamond, herringbone, and square patterned quilting stitches, (toning, minor fading, stains), 85 x 78 in. $300-400
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538 Amish Pieced Cotton Star of Bethlehem Crib Quilt, America, late 19th/early 20th century, centered with a large eight-point star composed of solid colored diamond-shaped cotton segments on a black field, with blue border, edged with blue fabric and backed with solid navy blue colored cotton fabric, quilted with outline, rosette, and chain stitching, mounted on a wood frame, (minor scattered stains), 53 3/4 x 52 1/2 in. $1,000-1,500 539 Amish Pieced Wool Diamond in Square Pattern Quilt, America, late 19th/early 20th century, composed of red, green, and blue solid color wool fabric with central diamond in square with feathered wreath quilting, with geometric borders with chain, feathered wreaths, undulating feather, and parallel line quilting, edged with twilled cotton fabric, and backed with blue cotton chambray fabric, (minor stains and repairs), approx. 78 x 78 in. $600-800
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540 Wool and Cotton Hooked Rug with Star and Stripes, America, early 20th century, rectangular rug centered with a red six-point star, on a tan striped field, bordered on either end with blue, red, and variegated brown and green stripes, 17 x 29 in. $300-500
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543 Figural Wool Hooked Rug with Scottish Terrier, America, mid-20th century, rectangular rug centered with a standing gray and black Scottish terrier figure, with variegated red, light blue, and green background, red and black borders with yellow-outlined red trefoils in the corners, 19 x 32 1/4 in. $300-500 544 Wool Hooked Rug with “Three Bears” Storybook Characters, America, early to mid-20th century, rectangular rug depicting the three bears, Papa, Mama, and Baby bear, all carrying a bowl of steaming porridge, with a wide black border, and the initials “ABS” hooked on the l.r. corner, 26 1/2 x 39 3/4 in. $300-500 544A Pictorial Hooked Rug, America, early to mid-20th century, rectangular rug hooked with mostly wool segments, depicting a New England farm scene with houses, barn, stone wall, covered horse-drawn wagon, and a little girl fishing in a stream, 26 x 47 in. $300-500
541 Wool Hooked Rug with Diamond and Stripe Designs, America, early 20th century, rectangular rug centered with a green-outlined tan diamond in a rectangular reserve with red, gray, and tan segments with variegated striped borders, enclosed in a braided brown border, 24 x 37 in. $400-600
545 Grenfell Polar Bear Hooked Rug, Grenfell Labrador Industries, Newfoundland and Labrador, early 20th century, the rectangular rug composed of bleached and dyed rayon, cotton, and silk strips hooked onto a burlap backing, depicting a polar bear standing on an ice flow, with icebergs and seagulls in the distance, in shades of brown, tan, gray, green, and blue, black, and tan border, woven maker’s label affixed to the reverse, (three holes on top edge from applied hanging loops, toning, minor small stains), 40 x 26 3/4 in. $1,000-1,500
542 Large Patchwork Pattern Wool Hooked Rug, America, mid-20th century, comprising seventy squares depicting a varied array of flower designs, abstract and geometric designs, and animals, including a pony, a dog, and birds, (minor toning, losses, repairs, minor seam separations), 7 x 10 ft. $800-1,200
546 Copper and Zinc Running Horse Weathervane, America, late 19th/early 20th century, flattened full-body figure with cast zinc head, with applied sheet copper mane, mounted on a blackpainted copper rod, accompanied by bronze directionals, verdigris surface with traces of earlier gilding, no stand, (imperfections), ht. 15 3/4, lg. 27 in. $400-600
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547 Gilt Copper and Zinc Horse and Jockey Weathervane, America, late 19th/early 20th century, flattened full body sheet copper running horse, the jockey with zinc head, chest, and feet and sheet copper body, with sheet copper harness, saddle, and stirrups, mounted on a copper rod, no stand, (imperfections), ht. 17 3/4, lg. 31 1/4 in. $1,000-1,500 548 Molded Copper Eagle Weathervane, America, early 20th century, full-body spreadwing figure mounted on a copper sphere, dark brown patina, no stand, (dents, repaired bullet hole, seam separations), ht. 13, wd. 26 3/4, dp. 16 1/4 in. $600-800 549 Miniature Carved Preening Pintail Drake, Anthony Elmer Crowell (18621952), East Harwich, Massachusetts, on a carved mound base, with impressed rectangular maker’s mark and inscribed “Pintail Male” in pencil on base, (minute paint loss to tail and wing tip), ht. 3 1/2 in. $800-1,200 550 Pintail Drake Decoy, possibly Ward Brothers, Crisfield, Maryland, with painted eyes, applied iron weight, and a label inscribed “Pintail/Ward Bros./Mackey I142 (500),” (paint wear, repairs, scattered small losses, shrinkage cracks), ht. 9 1/4, lg. 19 1/4 in. $400-600 551 Painted Balsa Wood Hooded Merganser Decoy, possibly Maryland, with worn inscription “LEM WARD CRISFIELD MD” on base, with finely carved head turned slightly to right, inset red glass eyes, (chips to crest, old repaint, paint wear, shrinkage cracks), ht. 6, lg. 16 1/4 in. $600-800 552 Sleeping Bluebill Decoy, reportedly James Kelson, Lake St. Clair, Michigan, mid-20th century, carved balsa wood figure with head tucked in, delineated bill, and inset glass eyes, with keel, ht. 7, lg. 13 in. $300-500
554 Two Bufflehead Decoys, possibly New Jersey, mid-20th century, drake and hen decoys with painted eyes, the hen with lead weight pad and leather rig loop, (imperfections), ht. 4 3/4, 5 1/8, lg. 11 1/8, 9 1/2 in., respectively. $300-500 555 Two Mason Factory Black Duck Decoys, Detroit, Michigan, early to mid-20th century, with glass eyes and delineated bills and nostrils, (imperfections), ht. 6 1/2, lg. 16 1/2, 16 3/8 in. $300-500 556 Swan Decoy, attributed to R. Madison Mitchell (1901-1993), Havre de Grace, Maryland, with painted eyes and folding hinged weighted keel, (repaint), ht. approx. 20, lg. 29 1/2 in. $400-600 557 Swan Decoy, probably Maryland, early 20th century, with glass eyes, original paint, (scattered paint wear, shrinkage cracks), ht. 13 3/4, lg. 28 1/2 in. $400-600 558 Painted Carved Wood and Canvas Swan Decoy, America, early to mid-20th century, carved wood head with inset glass eyes mounted onto a canvas covered, wood framed body, ht. 17, wd. 14 1/4, lg. 33 1/2 in. $300-500 559 Carved and Painted Wooden Shorebird, America, early 20th century, with iron nail bill, painted black and white, with a band of wavy combed black paint on the back, mounted on a square wood base, (paint loss), overall ht. 15 1/4 in. $1,200-1,800
560 Pair of Plover Decoys, early to mid20th century, factory-made decoys with painted eyes, iron nail bills, mounted on a piece of driftwood, old surface, overall ht. 10 3/4, lg. 14 in. $600-800
565A Snipe Decoy, possibly New Jersey, early to mid-20th century, carved in takeoff position, with long curved bill, mounted on a piece of driftwood, (small loss on tail tip), overall ht. 9 1/4, lg. of figure 11 in. $300-500
561 Upland Plover Decoy, possibly New Jersey, early to mid-20th century, with carved wooded wings and bill, with inset glass eyes, mounted on a piece of driftwood, old painted surface, overall ht. 10 5/8, lg. of figure 10 in. $300-500
566 Two Crow Decoys, possibly by Charles Perdew (1874-1963), Henry, Illinois, early to mid-20th century, each with glass eyes and wire legs, mounted on a piece of wood. $300-500
562 Dowitcher or Eskimo Curlew Decoy, attributed to the J.N. Dodge factory, Detroit, Michigan, late 19th century, with tack eyes, iron nail bill, mounted on a piece of driftwood, (old cracks and small loss to putty around bill), overall ht. 9 1/4, lg. of figure 11 3/8 in.
567 Large Painted Snowy Owl Carving, Frank Finney, Capeville, Virginia, late 20th century, stylized figure mounted on a grain-painted wood base signed with an incised “F” in script, overall ht. 27 in. $1,500-2,500
Note: The William J. Mackey Session III sale catalog reportedly lists this figure as a J.N. Dodge dowitcher decoy. $300-500
568 American School, 19th Century
563 Sandpiper Decoy, possibly New Jersey, early to mid-20th century, flat body with laid back head with carved tapered wooden bill, mounted on a small mahogany plinth, (scattered paint loss), overall ht. 6 1/4, lg. 6 in. $200-300 564 Black Neck Stilt Shorebird Decoy, signed and dated “E. BORDEAUX ‘83,” and species identified on base, with inset glass eyes, painted black and white, mounted on a driftwood segment, (very minor paint loss), overall ht. 8 3/8 in. $150-200 565 Snipe Shorebird Decoy, possibly Cape Cod area, Massachusetts, early to mid-20th century, with delineated wings, tapered wooden bill, with incised “H” on underside of tail, mounted on a piece of driftwood, (lightly hit by shot), overall ht. 8 1/2, lg. of bird 7 5/8 in. $400-600
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553 Black Duck Decoy, attributed to Ira Hudson (1876-1949), Chincoteague, Virginia, early 20th century, oversize form with tack eyes, molded head with delineated bill, worn paint with pronounced green wing patches, (imperfections), ht. 7 1/4, lg. 17 in. $300-500
Portrait of the American Ship SUNBEAM. Unsigned, vessel identified on bow. Oil on canvas, 25 x 37 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Relined, line of paint loss u.c., retouch. $800-1,200 569 American School, 19th Century Portrait of a Fisherman. Signed “S.M. Frazer” l.r. Oil on canvas, 24 x 20 in., in a later molded gold-painted frame. Condition: Small puncture u.c., tacking edges reinforced with tape, retouch. $250-300 570 Floral Repoussé Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, Samuel Kirk & Son Co., Baltimore, c. 1860s, with allover floral design on a stippled hammered ground on the cover and container, impressed maker’s marks on base, ht. 4 1/8 in., approx. 4.70 troy oz. $300-500
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571 Hayes Administration White House China Leaf-shaped Serving Dish, designed by Theodore R. Davis, made by Haviland & Co., Limoges, France, c. 1880, the dish with hand-painted enamel overglaze landscape with a bird perched in a tree with setting sun in the distance, with gilt highlights, the underside of the rim with polychrome Great Seal of the United States, the bottom with maker’s marks including two Haviland & Co. marks, designer’s name, patent date “Aug. 10 1880,” and design “No. 11934,” (rim repairs), dia. 9 1/4 in. $800-1,200 572 Two First Period Worcester Porcelain Berry Plates with Undertrays, England, late 19th century, each piece with large floral and foliate sprays at the center in underglaze blue, shaped rim with diamond diaper and pendant blossom border, (scattered shallow chips/ roughness on rims), dia. 7 1/2, 8 7/8 in. $300-500
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573 Six Imari Pattern Chinoiseriedecorated Stone China Table Items, England, 19th century, an elliptical footed center bowl, three oblong platters, and two elliptical sauce tureens with underplates, with maker’s backstamp on base, ht. to 5 3/8, dia. to 14 1/2 in. $600-800
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574 Kaleidoscope on Stand, attributed to Charles G. Bush (1825-1900, American, b. Germany), designer, C.G. Bush & Co. manufacturer, Providence, Rhode Island, c. 1870s, pebbled paper-covered cardboard cylinder with brass ship’s wheel-form movable fitting, supported on a turned walnut base, the circular chamber box containing multicolored glass segments and liquid-filled ampules (patented in 1873), producing geometric patterns in the viewing lens, ht. 14, wd. approx. 10 1/2 in., together with a reproduction softcover book titled The Kaleidoscope, by Sir David Brewster. $200-400
575 Two Gilt and Polychrome-painted Porcelain Apothecary Jars, late 19th century, the cylindrical jars with domed covers decorated with a reserve painted with the name of the contents, surrounded with a vase of flowers, two allegorical figures, cornucopia, and a bee, ht. 11 in. $500-700 576 Renaissance Revival Turned Walnut Piano Stool, possibly New York, late 19th century, the upholstered lift top opens to a shallow well, on turned crossed baluster ends centering embossed metal portrait medallions, joined by a similarly turned stretcher with turned center finial, with gilt and black-painted highlights, ht. 20 in. $200-250 577 Paint-decorated Tobacco Box, late 19th century, nearly square box with hinged lid, the scenic painted lid centered with a rectangle with four slightly sloping sides painted with clusters of grapes, blossoms, and leafy vines, the sides ornamented with stenciled flowers and vines on a mustard-color ground, the interior lid with applied printed paper chewing tobacco label, (shrinkage crack on lid), ht. 5 1/4, wd. 13 5/8, dp. 13 7/8 in. $800-1,200 578 Tenth Wedding Anniversary Tin Horn, “W.W. HINKLEY. MAKER. BEVERLY.,” Massachusetts, late 19th century, long tinware horn with applied brass plaque engraved “MR. & Mrs. G.L. Withey/10th Wedding Anniversary,” and applied copper plaque with stamped maker’s name, (dents), lg. 53 3/8 in. Note: An internet search finds that the firm of William W. Hinkley & Co. was established in 1849, in Beverly Massachusetts, mainly as dealers of cooking, parlor, and office stoves, but they also offered tinware. $200-250 579 Painted Wooden Sign “ATLANTIC HOSE CO. NO. 2,” America, late 19th/ early 20th century, long rectangular panel with weathered gilt lettering on a black-painted ground with white line border, (repaired crack l.l.), 7 3/4 in. x 8 ft. $500-700
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580 United States Capital Building Centennial Birdcage, late 19th century, polychrome painted pierced and embossed metal cage, (scattered paint loss), ht. 21, wd. 17 1/4, dp. 10 7/8 in. $700-900 581 Nine Eagle and American Shield Transfer-decorated Pottery Table Items, attributed to The American Pottery Company, Jersey City, New Jersey, 19th century, three with blue spatter borders: a covered eightpanel serving dish and a dinner plate with blue eagle and shield transfer decoration, and a small plate with black eagle and shield decoration; a dinner plate, salad plate, two saucers, and small plate each centered with a blue transfer eagle and shield and with blue line rim border, and a cup plate centered with a blue transfer eagle and shield with red spatter border, (imperfections), dia. 3 3/4 to 11 1/2 in. $400-600 582 Carved Gilt Eagle Oval Plaque, America, late 19th century, half-round carved spreadwing eagle figure grasping arrows and an olive branch in its talons, mounted on a black-painted oval wood plaque, (losses), ht. 14, wd. 24 1/4 in. $400-600 583 Gilt Carved Wooden Eagle Ornament, late 19th century, spreadwing figure mounted on a scrolled acanthus leaf, with threaded iron screw for mounting, (repair on one wing), ht. 5 1/4, wd. 5 1/4, lg. 8 in. $300-500 584 Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl, China, late 19th century, ht. 5 1/2, dia. 12 7/8 in. $400-600 585 Rose Medallion Porcelain Water Bottle, China, late 19th century, with cover, ht. 14 1/2 in. $600-800
587 Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl, China, mid-19th century, ht. 6, dia. 14 1/2 in. $800-1,200 588 Four Pieces Rose Medallion Porcelain, China, late 19th century, a pair of vases with ruffled rims, and a vase with lobed rim and base, each with gilt foo dog handles, and a round covered jar, ht. 9 7/8, 9 1/2, 3 3/8 in., respectively. $300-500 589 Chinese Export Enamel-decorated Porcelain Teapot and Tray, late 19th century, travel-type drum-form covered teapot with famille rose decoration, and two cotton string-wrapped brass wire handles; and a rectangular tray with Rose Canton decoration, teapot ht. 6, tray 7 x 8 3/8 in. $200-300 590 Rose Medallion Porcelain Bowl, China, late 19th century, (minor glaze and gilt wear), ht. 4 3/8, dia. 11 1/8 in. $300-500 591 Rose Medallion Porcelain Teapot, China, late 19th century, with high domed cover, (repairs), ht. 8 1/2, dia. 11 in. $300-500 592 Three Assembled Rose Medallion Porcelain Tea Ware Items, China, 19th century, a drum-form teapot probably from a travel/picnic set with disc lid and wire swing handles, a covered sugar bowl with lapped strap handles, and a cream jug, (imperfections), ht. 4 to 6 3/4 in. $300-500
593 Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl, China, late 19th century, (enamel and gilt wear), ht. 4 1/4, dia. 11 1/2 in. $400-600 594 Four Assembled Rose Medallion Porcelain Tea Ware Items, China, 19th century, two drum-form teapots with lids, one with lapped strap handles, and one probably from a travel/picnic set with disc lid and wire handle; a small round bowl, and a demitasse cup and saucer, (imperfections), ht. to 6 1/8 in. $400-600 595 Rose Medallion Porcelain Umbrella Stand, China, late 19th century, ribbed cylindrical form decorated with panels of Mandarin figures, birds, and flowers, ht. 23 1/2 in. $300-500 596 Eight Polychrome Dragon Decorated Chinese Export Porcelain Serving Dishes and a Rose Medallion Bowl, China, 19th century, the dragondecorated items comprising two large and two medium oval platters, a small oval covered sauce tureen with gilt torch ginger flower finial and lapped reeded handles, with underplate, and two rectangular covered serving dishes with gilt cassia bud knops; together with a Rose Medallion pattern cut-corner salad bowl, (repair to underplate), ht. 4 1/2 to 5 1/2, dia. 7 3/8 to 14 1/4 in. $800-1,200 597 Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Covered Vegetable Dishes, mid to late 19th century, rectangular with cut corners decorated in the orange and gilt sacred bird and flowers pattern, ht. 5, wd. 8 1/4, lg. 9 1/2 in. $500-700 598 Gilt-brass Mounted Imari-decorated Porcelain Bowl, China, 19th century, lobed oblong bowl with Imaripalette landscape, floral, and dragon decoration, in gilt-brass frame with dragon-form handles, footed base with lion mask ornament, overall ht. 10 1/2, wd. 8 1/4, lg. 12 1/4 in. $300-500
599 Currier & Ives, publishers (American, 1857-1907) Bound Portfolio of Sixty-five Small Folio Hand-colored Lithographs, dated from 1872-90, all identified in an inscription, 13 x 17 in., titles: Starting out on His Mettle., The Man that Kept the Bridge., The Sports Who Came to Grief., Lapped on the Last Quarter., Mixed at the Finish., A Brush on the Road., A “Balk” on a Sweepstake., Getting a Boost., Coming in “On His Ear.,” The Parson’s Colt. Hears a Trotter Behind Him..., Bolted!, Unbolted!, Going to the Front!, Nip and Tuck!, A “Cross Matched” Team., “Laying Back,”-Stiff for a Brush., “Hung Up.” -With the Starch Out., “Taking a Smash.,” A Hard Road to Travel., A Fast Team. “ Out on the Loose.,” Bustin the Record. Time “Knocked Out.,” The Deacon’s Mare, Getting the Word Go!..., A Trot, with Modern Improvements., Blood Will Tell., The Boss of the Track., A Regular Hummer!, The Boss Team! Deadwood and Swiggler., Distanced!!, First Under the Wire., The “Crowd” that “Scooped” the Pools., A Feather Weight Mounting a Scalper., Delaying a Start., A SteepleChaser., Go in and Win., The lions of the Derby., A Crack Trotter-”Coming Around.,” A Little “High Strung.,” A Sale of “Blooded Stock.”, Bound to Shine!! Or a (blacking) Brush on the Road., Bound to Smash!! Or caught by the wool., De Style Ob De Road., The Boss of the Road., Bulldozed!!, A Team Fast on the Snow., “We Parted on the Hillside ‘Amid the Winter’s Snow,”, The Darktown Riding Class, -The Trot., The Coon Club Hunt. “Hot on the Scent.”, The Coon Club Hunt. “Taking a Header.,” A Corinthian Race. A High Toned Start., A Corinthian Race. A Low Toned Finish., “Breaking In.” A Black Imp-osition., Breaking Out. A Lively Scrimmage., A New Jersey Fox Hunt. “Taking Breath.,” A New Jersey Fox Hunt. “A Smoking Run.,” Spoiling a Sensation. The Bicycle Boy on a Bull., Off His Nut. “Gracious Massy I’se struck de comet!,” More Plucky than Prudent., A Swell Sport on a Buffalo Hunt. Aw -I say! Don’t see any Buffalo!, A Swell Sport Stampeded. By Jove -I say! Was that an Earthquake?, The Graces of the Bicycle., Creating a Sensation. The Bully Boy on a Bicycle., A Mule Train on an Upgrade. “Golly! where is dis yere promis land.”, A Mule Train on a Down Grade. “Clear de track for we’s a coming.”, Two to Go!, and Got ‘Em Both!, (most with minor toning, light stains, and foxing, one with 1/2-in. tear c.r.). $7,000-10,000
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586 Monumental Chinese Export Porcelain Rose Medallion Palace Vase, mid to late 19th century, with applied gilt foo dog handles, and kylin figures applied to the shoulder, ht. 36 in. $800-1,200
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600 Nathaniel Currier, publisher (American, 1813-1888)
602 Currier & Ives, publishers (American, 1857-1907)
REGATTA OF THE NEW YORK YACHT CLUB...THE START., after a painting by James Edward Buttersworth (American, 1817-1894). Dated 1854 (Conningham, 5105). Identified in inscriptions in the matrix. Large folio lithograph with handcoloring on paper, sheet size 21 x 30 in., in a contemporary molded maple frame. Condition: Margins 1 in. or more, old repaired tear into image u.c., repaired margin tear u.r., repaired corner loss l.l., toning, minor foxing, few small abrasions, light staining, mat burn, minor losses to margin edges. $800-1,200
AMERICAN FIELD SPORTS: Flush’d, 1857 (Conningham, 149). Identified in inscriptions. Lithograph with hand-coloring on paper, sight size 20 1/2 x 28 in., matted. Condition: The lithograph has been matted with double-sided tape which adhere the edges of the work to the mat and the backing.
601 Thomas Freebody Hull, publisher (London, 19th Century)
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In Commemoration of the Establishment of Steam Navigation between Great Britain and America, this engraving of the Magnificent Steam Ship the Great Western, Lieut. James Hosken, R.A. Commander, taking her departure from Bristol for New York, has been prepared. Published May 21, 1840. Aquatint engraving with handcoloring, 23 1/8 x 31 1/8 in., unframed. Condition: Margins trimmed just outside of plate line, cleaned, and applied to paper. $600-800
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601A Currier & Ives, publishers (American, 1857-1907) AMERICAN FIELD SPORTS. “On a Point.,” 1857 (Conningham, 150). Identified in inscriptions in the matrix. Large folio lithograph with handcoloring on paper, sheet size 22 3/4 x 30 1/4 in., in a period molded bird’seye maple frame. Condition: Margins 1 3/4 in. or more, toning, foxing, repaired margin tears, not into image, mat burn. $1,000-2,000
Note: This lithograph ranked no. 28 in the original “Best 50,” large folio. $1,000-1,500 603 Nathaniel Currier, publisher (American, 1813-1888) Extraordinary Express Across the Atlantic. PILOT BOAT Wm. J. ROMER., 1846 (Conningham, 1798). Identified in inscriptions in the matrix. Small folio lithograph with handcoloring on paper, sheet size 10 3/4 x 14 7/8 in., in a later molded giltwood frame. Condition: Margins 1 in. or more, toning, minor foxing, mat burn, minor edge losses. $700-900 604 Framed Printed “THE LIFE AND AGE OF A MAN...” Pictorial Print, probably Pennsylvania, 19th century, meant for religious instruction, depicting the stages of life from birth to death with each stage symbolized by an accompanying animal and with an alphabetical poem offering moral and spiritual advice to the reader, sight size 21 3/4 x 15 3/4 in., in a later molded gold-painted wood frame. $300-500 605 Frederic S. Cozzens (American, 19th Century), Charles Scribner’s Sons, publishers (New York, 19th Century) AMERICAN YACHTS, 1884. Signed with a printed signature or initials and dated on each l.l., titles and plate numbers printed on labels affixed to the reverse. Seventeen chromolithographs on paper depicting American yachting scenes, and one portraying signal flags, in original clothcovered cardboard portfolio, portfolio 22 1/2 x 29 1/2, image size approx. 14 1/4 x 20 1/4 in. Condition: Each print mounted on paperboard, light toning, most with minor foxing, slight rippling. $800-1,200
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606 Nine Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/ early 20th century, four assorted size spheres: one ruby red, one light green, and two gold; three clusters of grapes: one silver, one gold, one blue; and one cobalt blue teardrop-form, and one gold egg-form, dia. 5 to 6 1/2 in $200-400 607 Twelve Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/ early 20th century, ten assorted size spheres: four cobalt blue, one ruby red, one light green, two pink, and two gold; a gold cluster of grapes, and one cobalt blue teardrop-shaped, dia. 2 1/2 to 6 in. $200-400 608 Ten Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/ early 20th century, eight assorted size spheres: one cobalt blue, one light green, two pink, one gold, and three silver; and two grape clusters in cobalt blue and green, dia. 2 to 5 1/2 in. $200-300 609 Ten Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/ early 20th century, eight assorted size spheres: one cobalt blue, six green, one red; and two gold grape clusters, dia. 3 to 6 in. $200-400 610 Ten Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/early 20th century, seven assorted size spheres: three green, and four gold; and two grape clusters in cranberry and green, dia. 2 3/4 to 7 in. $200-400 610A Eight Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/early 20th century, two oversized spheres: one blue and one gold, approx. 10 1/2 in. dia., four assorted size spheres: one blue, and three silver; a green grape cluster, and a silver teardropform ornament, dia. 1 7/8 to 6 in. $200-400
618 Eight Pieces of Carved and Painted Stone Fruit and Vegetables, probably Italy, late 19th to early 20th century, an onion, garlic bulb, peach, pomegranate, tomato, mushroom, lemon half, and a zucchini, in a heavy colorless glass bowl, (imperfections), dia. 2 1/4 to 5 3/4 in. $500-700
623 American School, Early 20th Century
612 Three Volumes: Early American Wrought Iron, Albert H. Sonn, Charles Scribner’s Sons, New York, 1928. $100-150
619 Chip-carved Wood Tramp Art Double Picture Frame, late 19th/ early 20th century, composed of concentric stacked, geometric shaped, chip-carved cigar box segments with spire crest, 13 1/4 x 12 1/2 overall, apertures each fit a 6 5/8 x 4 1/2 in. work. $400-600
624 Three Small Tin and Painted Glass Hanging Christmas Candle Lantern Ornaments, late 19th century, octagonal form with wire hangers, (paint wear), ht. 3 1/2, 4 in. $300-500
613 Cast Iron Umbrella Stand with Terrier, late 19th century, the shaft incorporating half-round cast dog and horse-head-topped walking stick motifs and a seated terrier figure, with remnants of blue and black paint, ht. 25 1/2, wd. 15, dp. 8 1/2 in. $400-600 614 Pair of Cast Iron Duck Head-form Bookends, late 19th/early 20th century, ht. 5 1/4, wd. 5 3/8, dp. 5 1/4 in. $300-500 615 Polychrome Cast Iron New Creedmore William Tell Mechanical Bank, J. & E. Stevens Co., Cromwell, Connecticut, 1895-1915, the bank featuring Tell aiming his rifle at a tree, raised patent mark on base “NEW CREEDMORE BANK PAT.D NOV. 6, 1877,” plug marked “PTd. FEB 2 1875,” (minor paint wear), ht. 6 3/4, lg. 10 1/8 in. $400-600 616 Salem and Boston Mail Coach Toy, early 20th century, detailed wooden model painted green, yellow, and black with red trim, with painted yellow and red lettering, (minor paint loss), ht. 6 1/4, wd. 5 1/4, lg. 12 1/2 in. $300-500
620 Ten Decoratively Glazed Pottery Piggy Banks, late 19th/early 20th century, one with Rockingham glaze, four with sponge glaze, three with streaked glaze, one with marbling, and one with spatter glaze, (imperfections), ht. 2 to 3 1/4, lg. 3 5/8 to 6 in. $400-600 621 Redware Startled Cat Figure, America, late 19th/early 20th century, standing full figure with inset glass eyes and streaked brown glossy glaze, (glaze chip on one ear), ht. 9 1/4, lg. 9 1/2 in. $300-500 621A Nine Redware Pottery Items, mostly early 19th century, each with brown manganese daubed or sponged decoration, including an ovoid widemouth jar with lug handles, straightsided jar, straight-sided jug, five milk pans, one with a spout and handle, and a late 20th century covered jar, stamped “B.E./2” on the bottom, (chips, glaze wear), 2 7/8 to 8 5/8, dia. to 9 1/2 in. $600-800 622 American School, 19th Century
617 Carved and Painted Articulated Wood Male and Female Figures, early 20th century, standing full figures with wire joints, on a custom stand, overall ht. 11 1/4, wd. 10, dp. 2 3/4, figure ht. 10 1/4 in. $600-800
Cat Amidst Flowers with Butterfly and Urn of Flowers. Unsigned. Oil on canvas, 17 1/4 x 20 3/4 in., unframed. Condition: Relined, minor scattered retouch. $1,000-1,500
Still Life with Fruit and Copper Jug. Signed and dated “Jas Crawford 1912” l.r. Oil on canvas, 12 x 20 in., in a period molded giltwood frame. Condition: Scattered retouch, stable craquelure. $700-900
625 Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (even wear, reovercast), 5 ft. 9 in. x 3 ft. 9 in. $1,200-1,500
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611 Ten Blown Colored Glass Kugel Ornaments, Germany, late 19th/early 20th century, an oversized red sphere, approx. 12 in. dia., seven assorted size spheres: one blue, three silver, two green, and one gold; a blue grape cluster, and a silver teardrop-form, dia. 3 1/4 to 5 in. $300-500
626 Sarkisla Rug, East Anatolia, second half 19th century, (some moth damage, creases and crease repairs), 6 ft. 4 in. x 4 ft. $400-500 627 Beshir Long Rug, West Turkestan, second half 19th century, (areas of wear), 7 ft. 6 in. x 4 ft. 4 in. $500-700 628 Tekke Torba, West Turkestan, late 19th century, silk highlights, (cut, outer border mostly missing from one edge and reovercast, minor moth damage), 3 ft. 8 in. x 1 ft. $600-800 629 Southwest Caucasian Rug, mid-20th century, (crease wear, selvage wear), 5 ft. 8 in. x 4 ft. $700-900 630 Kuba Rug, Northeast Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (outer guard stripe and part of main border missing and lock-stitched at both ends), 5 ft. x 3 ft. 3 in. $800-1,000
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631 Kurd Rug, Northwest Persia, early 20th century, (crease wear, both ends stitched), 9 ft. 10 in. x 5 ft. 2 in. $600-800 632 Qashqai Bagface, Southwest Persia, early 20th century, (small rewoven area in border), 2 ft. x 1 ft. 10 in. $300-500 633 Kasim-Usag Karabagh Rug, South Caucasus, late 19th century, (rewoven and repiled areas), 7 ft. 4 in. x 4 ft. 10 in. $800-1,200 634 Yomud Asmalyk, West Turkestan, late 19th century, (minor moth damage, some unraveling of brocaded ends and edges), 2 ft. 2 in. x 4 ft. $600-800
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635 Tekke Torba, West Turkestan, late 19th/early 20th century, (minor crude repairs, small hole lower right), 1 ft. 1 in. x 2 ft. 11 in. $400-600
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636 Eagle Kazak Rug, Southwest Caucasus, late 19th century, (repiled areas, loops fixed at top underside for hanging, several small crude repairs), 6 ft. 9 in. x 4 ft. 3 in. $1,500-2,500 637 Karabagh Rug, South Caucasus, late 19th century, (some repiling, minor moth damage), 6 ft. 1 in. x 3 ft. 7 in. $1,000-1,500
640 Heriz Carpet, Northwest Persia, early 20th century, (wear throughout, approximately a quarter inch missing at both ends), 11 ft. x 8 ft. 2 in. $1,500-2,000 641 Kazak Rug, Southwest Caucasus, late 19th century, (crease wear, minor moth damage), 8 ft. 2 in. x 4 ft. 7 in. $800-1,200
649 Southwest Caucasian Prayer Rug, third quarter 19th century, (wear throughout), 5 ft. 8 in. x 3 ft. 1 in. $200-250 650 Chi-Chi Rug, Northeast Caucasus, early 20th century, (areas of wear, missing approximately half an inch of outermost border and guard stripe), 5 ft. 7 in. x 4 ft. 2 in. $1,200-1,500
642 Luri Rug, Southwest Persia, late 19th/ early 20th century, (missing original ends - approximately three and a half inches, crease repair and wear), 6 ft. 10 in. x 5 ft. 5 in. $700-900
651 Bessarabian Kilim, Southeast Europe, 20th century, (minor areas of soiling, crude repair bottom right), 11 ft. 1 in. x 8 ft. 7 in. $600-800
643 Karabagh Rug, South Caucasus, third quarter 19th century, (wear throughout, several minor holes), 7 ft. 2 in. x 3 ft. 9 in. $1,000-1,500
652 Heriz Carpet, Northwest Persia, second quarter 20th century, (lockstitched bottom end, some low spots), 9 ft. 7 in. x 6 ft. 9 in. $1,500-2,000
644 Heriz Carpet, Northwest Persia, early 20th century, (several areas of moth damage, slight wear in field), 12 ft. 3 in. x 8 ft. 6 in. $1,500-2,500
653 Tabriz Carpet, Northwest Persia, second quarter 20th century, (some wear, lock-stitched at both ends), 9 ft. 6 in. x 6 ft. 9 in. $1,200-1,500
645 Tekke Engsi, West Turkestan, late 19th century, (slight edge curling, selvage wear), 5 ft. x 4 ft. 1 in. $500-700
654 Senneh Kilim, Northwest Persia, early 20th century, (minor wear throughout), 6 ft. 6 in. x 4 ft. 4 in. $600-800
646 Yomud Asmalyk, West Turkestan, early 20th century, (minor end fraying, small crude repair at top), 2 ft. 2 in. x 4 ft. 1 in. $500-700
655 Dragon Soumak Rug, Northeast Caucasus, second half 19th century, (wear throughout, missing approximately half an inch of the outermost guard stripe), 6 ft. 5 in. x 5 ft. 5 in. $300-500
638 Afghanistan Flatweave Panel, early 20th century, embroidered surface design, (minor soiling), 4 ft. 5 in. x 6 ft. 9 in. $400-600
647 Sivas Rug, East Anatolia, early 20th century, (minor repiling), 5 ft. 3 in. x 3 ft. 7 in. $700-900
639 Mudjar Double-ended Prayer Rug, Central Anatolia, early 20th century, (minor end fraying and crease wear), 6 ft. 8 in. x 4 ft. $700-900
648 Tekke Chuval, West Turkestan, late 19th/early 20th century, (minor edge gouge and moth damage), 2 ft. 7 in. x 4 ft. 6 in. $700-800
Online bidding at www.skinnerinc.com/auctions/2709T
656 Kazak Rug, Southwest Caucasus, late 19th century, (even wear to center), 6 ft. x 3 ft. $600-800
End of Online Sale 2709T
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Lancaster, Massachusetts The Major Merrick Rice/ Benjamin Pickman House This Federal Style House circa 1814, is built onto the earlier home of Major Rice, constructed circa 1796. The high-style details are remarkably intact, and sensitive modern convenience is seamlessly integrated into the ten sundrenched spacious rooms.
This meticulously maintained historic property will meet the high standards of the most discerning antique homebuyer.
Fine museum quality details are found throughout; including painted faux finished floors, hand printed wall coverings, original carved mantels and decorative woodwork, and an exquisitely crafted center staircase and entry hall. Shown by The ten-room residence features four bedrooms including a master suite with adjoining bath, five fireplaces, formal entertaining rooms and comfortable informal spaces, and a spacious gourmet kitchen.
appointment. $629,900 Set on a generous 3.5 acres, the lowmaintenance, landscape-architect designed grounds of lawn, brick and stone patios, gardens, stonewalls, mature plantings and majestic trees.
Petraglia Real Estate Services Older, Antique and Historic Home Specialists 274 Main Street, Douglas, MA 508-476-7745 www.petragliarealestate.com
Hamilton Hall Appraisal Day with Stephen Fletcher Saturday, April 5, 2014 10AM-3PM 9 Chestnut Street, Salem, MA 01970 Email: Info@hamiltonhall.org/Phone: 978.744.0805 Please contact Hamilton Hall to schedule an appraisal time as space is limited. All proceeds benefit Hamilton Hall.
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Directions to Skinner’s Boston Gallery/63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116 617.350.5400 From the West: Take the Massachusetts Turnpike to the Prudential/Copley exit located in the Prudential tunnel. Once on the exit ramp, stay in the right hand lane and follow the signs for Copley. The ramp exits onto Stuart Street. Drive straight through five sets of lights and take a left onto Charles Street South. Take your first left off of Charles St. South onto Park Plaza. Skinner is at 63 Park Plaza, one block up on the right.
From the South: Take 93-N to Exit 20 for I-90 W toward Worcester. Follow signs for Chinatown/South Station. Bear left at the fork to continue towards Kneeland Street. Turn left onto Kneeland Street. Kneeland Street becomes Stuart Street. Turn right onto Charles Street South. Turn left onto Park Plaza. Skinner is at 63 Park Plaza, one block up on the right.
From Logan Airport: Take the Ted Williams Tunnel. Take Exit 25 toward South Boston and bear left at the fork in the ramp. Bear right onto B St. Turn left onto Northern Ave which becomes Seaport Blvd. Turn left onto Surface Rd. Turn right onto Kneeland Street which becomes Stuart Street. Turn right onto Charles Street South. Turn left onto Park Plaza. Skinner is at 63 Park Plaza, one block up on the right.
From the North: Take I-93 South towards Boston. Take exit 26 towards Storrow Drive.  Merge onto MA-28 South via the ramp on the left. Turn left onto Beacon Street. Turn right onto Arlington Street. Turn left onto Boylston Street. Turn right onto Hadassah Way. Skinner is on the right at 63 Park Plaza.
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City Place Parking Garage 8 Park Plaza (access on Charles Street) Mon.-Fri.: up to 1 hr.-$8, $4 each additional hr., to max $20 Evenings (5pm-2:30am): $20 flat rate Sat & Sun (6am-5pm): $5 per 1/2 hr. MCCA Boston Common Garage Zero Charles Street (between the Boston Common & Public Garden) Mon.-Fri.: up to 1 hr.-$10, $4 each additional hr., up to 10m hrs. $23, to max $28 Evenings & Weekends: $12 flat rate The Four Seaons Hotel Parking Garage 200 Boylston Street $26 up to 2 hrs., $30 up to 3 hrs., $35 up to 6 hrs., $49 all day
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(recommended for trucks) LAZ Parking 130 Arlington Street 617.426.0604 $7 per 1/2 hr. $20 all day (weekdays only) $15 nights (starting at 4pm) and weekends Billy’s Parking 222 Stuart Street 617.632.2881 Mon-Fri 7:30am-5pm-$6 each 1/2 hr., $20 max $30 vans or trucks $25 during events in area Sat., Sun. & evenings $20 flat fee
The Taj Hotel Parking Garage 15 Arlington Street Up to 24 hrs.-$44
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Boston Hotels Boston Harbor Hotel 70 Rowe’s Wharf Boston, MA 02110 Tel: 1.800.654.2000 Fax: 617.345.6799
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Fairmont Copley Plaza 138 St. James Avenue Boston, MA 02116 Tel: 617.267.5300 Fax: 617.375.9648
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Taj Boston 15 Arlington St. Boston, MA 02116 617.536.5700
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Westin-Copley Plaza 10 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02116 Tel: 1.800.228.3000 Fax: 617.424.7483
Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro 25 Charles Street Boston, MA 02114 617.723.7575
Loews Boston Back Bay Hotel 350 Stuart Street Boston, MA 02116 1.855.495.6397
The Colonnade Hotel 120 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02116 617.424.7000 800.962.3030 www.colonnadehotel.com
The Park Plaza 64 Arlington Street Boston, MA 02116 617.426.2000
Eliot Hotel 370 Commonwealth Ave. Boston, MA 02215 617.267.1607
The Revere Hotel Boston Common 200 Stuart Street Boston, MA 02116 Tel: 617.482.1800 Fax: 617.451.2750
Marriott Copley Place 110 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02116 Tel: 1.800.228.9290 Fax: 617.236.5885
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