Louisiana Purchase Auction 2014 Highlights

Neal Auction Company

Louisiana Purchase Auction™ November 21, 22, & 23, 2014

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1. Platinum and Diamond Ring.

2. Cartier 18kt. Yellow Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Frog Brooch.

3. 18kt Yellow Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Band Ring.

4. 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Carved Amethyst and Diamond Brooch and Earring Set. 5. 18 kt. White Gold, Ruby and Diamond Clasp.

6. White Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant/Pearl Enhancer.

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7. 18 kt. Yellow Gold, White Gold, Amethyst and Diamond Ring.

8. Art Deco Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Lapel Clip.

9. Retro Platinum and Diamond Cluster Ring.

10. 18kt. Yellow Gold and Emerald Band Ring.

11. 18 kt. White Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Ring.

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12. 14 kt. Yellow Gold and Diamond Swirl Ring, set with a 1.20 ct. European-cut diamond.

13. Double Strand Necklace of Cultured Pearls with 18 kt. White Gold and Diamond Clasp.

14. Demi-Parure of 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Jewelry.

15. Demi-Parure of 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Jewelry.

Louisiana Purchase Auction™ November 21, 22, & 23, 2014

John L. Boqueta de Woiseri (act. America, 1797-1815), "New Orleans taken from the Plantation of Marigny," 1803, aquatint with engraving, sh. 13 x 22 3/4 in., paper fiber ident. c.1797-1815

FEATURING: 18th and 19th c. American, French and English antiques, important paintings, historical material and decorative arts especially consigned by discerning collectors, estates and institutions including: Important Louisiana Paintings from a Covington Estate Fine Art, Prints and Sculpture from the Lifetime Collection of Art Patron Joel Weinstock, New Orleans Important Fine and Decorative Arts from a Prominent Shreveport Family The Isabel Spelman Devereux Collection of Treasures from the Golden Age of Mardi Gras A Gentleman’s Collection of Southern Coin Silver Antique and Vintage Jewelry from the Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL Property from the Bryan and Rubie Bell Collection, Musson-Bell House, New Orleans And Property of Many Others EXHIBITION both galleries beginning Monday, November 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Special Saturday Preview, November 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Evening Preview Reception, Wednesday, November 18, 5 to 8 pm.

AUCTION SCHEDULE Friday, November 21, 2 p.m., 4038 Magazine Street Saturday, November 22, 10 a.m., 4038 Magazine Street Sunday, November 23, 11 a.m., 3923 Carondelet Street

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The Isabel Spelman Devereux Collection of

Treasures from theGolden Age of Mardi Gras,

including ducal badges, ball favors, invitations, parade bulletins and rare costume fragments

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New Orleans Coin Silver Tea Service, Kuchler and Himmel for Hyde & Goodrich, c. 1852-1853, urn h. 14 in.

José Francisco Xavier de Salazar y Mendoza (Mexican, c.

1750-1802, act. New Orleans, c. 1782-1802), “Portrait of Dr. Robert Dow,” 1791, o/c, sd, 37 x 28 1/4 in., Prov.: Descended in the family of the sitter.

Fine English Painted Satinwood Jardinière, 19th c., h. 36 in.

Louisiana Inlaid Cherrywood Armoire, early 19th c., h. 83 in., Prov.: Descended in the Reggio family, New Orleans.

American Classical Gilt Bronze-Mounted Mahogany and Burl Ash Pier Table, early 19th c., w. 50 in.

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1. François Gall (French/Hungarian, 19121987), “Still Life with Flowers and Peaches,” o/c, sd, 18 1/4 x 15 in.

2. Theora Hamblett (American/Mississippi, 1893-1977), “Seesaw,” 1968, o/c, 16 x 20 in.

3. John Clemmer (American/New Orleans, 1923-2014), “To the Beach,” 1997, o/board, sd, 15 1/2 x 15 1/2 in.

4. Frank Weston Benson (American, 18621951), “Dog River, Alabama,” 1930, wc, sd, 14 1/2 x 22 1/2 in.

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5. 18 kt. Yellow Gold, White Gold, Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring.

6. George Valentine Dureau (American/New Orleans, 1930-2014), “Young Man Standing beside a Tripod,” o/c, sd, 76 x 47 1/4 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

7. Shearwater Pottery “Bacchante” Vase, c. 1930s, designed and decorated by Walter Anderson, thrown and glazed by Peter Anderson, h. 9 1/2 in.

8. Lin Emery (American/New Orleans, b.

1928), “Untitled,” aluminum and wood kinetic sculpture, electrified, h. 42 1/2 in., Prov.:

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Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

9. Georges Rouault (French, 1871-1958), “Oisseau Fantastique,” 1915, gouache, sd, sight 8 3/4 x 11 1/2 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

10. Philip LaVerne (1908-1988) and Kelvin LaVerne (b. 1936) Bronze and Pewter Coffee Table, 1960s, New York, sd, w. 53 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL. 11. Hunt Slonem (American, b. 1951), “Lories,” 2002, o/pieced canvas, sd, 36 x 81 in.

12. Good Elkington Silverplate Centerpiece, 1859, h. 19 1/2 in.

Georges Rouault (French, 1871-1958), “Oisseau Fantastique,” 1915, gouache, sd, sight 8 1/2 x 11 1/2 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

Gorham Martelé .950 Silver Centerpiece, c. 1900, dia. 13 1/2 in.

Will Henry Stevens (American, 1881-1949), “Abstraction with Triangles and Circles,” 1940, o/board, sd, sight 17 3/4 x 22 1/4 in., Prov.: Estate of the Artist; Blue Spiral 1 Gallery, Asheville, NC.

Winslow Homer (American, 18361910), “Lady with a Plumed Hat,” ink/paper, sd, sh. 4 3/8 x 2 3/4 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

Jean Arp (French/Swiss, 1886-1966), “Torso,” 1958, bronze, h. 4 1/4 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

Newcomb College Art Pottery High Glaze Vase, 1904, Mary Givens Sheerer, h. 9 1/2 in.

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1. American School, mid-19th c., “President Zachary Taylor,” o/c, 30 x 25 in.

5. Art Deco French First Standard Silver Jewelry Box, Cardeilhac, w. 15 7/8 in.

2. Attr. François Bernard (France/Louisiana, 1812-c. 1880), “Louisiana Bayou Landscape with Alligator,” o/c, 35 x 51 in.

6. Fine Mississippi Coin Silver Coffee Pot, Hot Milk Pitcher and Sugar Urn, George Macpherson, act. Natchez, 1843-1871, coffee pot h.

12 1/2 in.

3. Nicola Marschall (American/Alabama, 1829-1917), “General Robert E. Lee,” 1898, o/c, sd, 30 x 25 in.

4. Regency Gilt and Patinated Bronze Hanging Argand Lamp, early 19th c., h. 26 in.

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7. Asa Blanchard Coin Silver Soup Ladle, l. 15 in.

8. George Elmer Browne (American, 18711946), “Landscape with Farm,” o/c, sd, 16 1/4 x 24 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

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9. Near Pr. American Federal Brass Inlaid Carved Mahogany Games Tables, early 19th c., w. 37 and 35 in. (one of two) 10. Edward Everard Arnold (American/Louisiana, 1822-1866), “The Two-Masted Schooner Alexander Blue, Captain George B. Murray,” 1864, o/c on board, 25 x 30 in.

11. Fine American Late Federal Carved Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., Boston, w. 67 in.

George III Sterling Silver Salver, Hester Bateman, London, 1783, dia. 13 in.

Fine American Classical Bronze-Mounted and Gilt Rosewood Center Table, early 19th c., New York, dia. 32 1/8 in.

Important New Orleans Ursuline Convent Coin Silver Soup Ladle, Anthony Rasch (1778-1858), l. 13 1/2 in., Prov.: Collection of a New Orleans Gentleman, Exh.: The Historic New Orleans Collection, May 2003.

Rare Set of Twelve American Gothic Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, c.

1830, Philadelphia, Prov.: Ex-Natchez, MS collection.

Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Four Post Tester Bed, early 19th c., h. 122 in., w. 62 in., Prov.: Houmas House Plantation, 2003.

Monumental American Classical Carved Mahogany Dining Table, early 19th c., probably Isaac Vose, Boston, 8 leaves, overall l. 176 in.

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1. George Bauer Dunbar (American/New Orleans, b.

1927), “Abstract,” gold and silver leaf on clay board, 19 3/8 x 24 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

2. James Michalopoulos (American/New Orleans, b.

1951), “Harrunda,” 1993, o/c, sd, 27 7/8 x 21 3/4 in.

6. William Ralph Dunlap (American/Mississippi, b.

1944), “Trout Aquarelle VI,” 1998, m.m./paper pulp, sd, 12 3/4 x 18 1/2 in.

3. Alfred Huber Hutty (American/South Carolina, 18771954), “End of Day: The Shadowed Pool,” wc, sd, sheet 11 x 15 in.

4. Kirk Sterling Silver Repousse Tea and Coffee Service, Baltimore, 1932-1961, kettle h. 13 3/4 in., Prov.: Estate 10

5. Continental Bronze Bust of a Classical Maiden Wearing a Garland of Flowers, late 19th c., height 11 7/8 in.

7. Alexander John Drysdale (American/New Orleans, 1870-1934), “Storm, Live Oak,” 1917, o/academy board, sd, sight 17 1/2 x 23 1/2 in.

8. Thomas Hart Benton (American/Missouri, 1889-1975),

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“Loading Corn,” 1945, lithograph, 9 5/8 x 12 7/8 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

9. Hunt Slonem (American/Louisiana, b. 1951) “Hutch,” 2009, o/panel, sd, 25 1/4 x 19 3/4 in.

10. August A. Norieri (American/New Orleans, 18601898), “Louisiana Landscape with Fisherman,” o/c, sd, 24 x 30 in., Prov.: Succession of Collector Joseph Percy, Covington, LA, Exh.: Louisiana State Museum, 1970.

11. English Figured Mahogany Serpentine Bombé and Etched Glass Desk, h. 74 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

François Gall (French/Hungarian, 1912-1987), “Lady in Blue,” o/c, sd, 18 1/4 x 15 1/8 in.

Part Collection of Fine Newcomb Art Pottery

Joan Miró (Spanish, 1893-1983),” Le Bagnard et sa Compagne,” 1975, etching and aquatint, sd, sh. 47 x 63 in.

American Classical Carved Mahogany Library or Hall Table, early 19th c., New York, w. 53 1/2 in.

Edward Henry Potthast (American, 1857-1927), “Sailboat, Gloucester Harbor,” o/panel, sd, sight 15 3/8 x 11 3/4 in.

Important Louisiana Classical Inlaid Mahogany Stool, c. 1820-40, h. 18 1/4 in., Prov.: Ursuline Convent, New Orleans, Ill.: Holden, Furnishing Louisiana, 2010, p. 324.

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1. Neo-Grec Gorham Coin Silver Centerpiece, c. 1855-1860, h. 15 in.

2. After Marie Adrien Persac (American/Louisiana, 1827-1873), “City of Baton Rouge, the Capitol of Louisiana,” 1855, surveyed Michael Gill, engraved J.H. Colton, New York, 34 1/2 x 39 3/4 in.

3. John McCrady (American/Louisiana, 19111968), “Running Figure (sketch verso),” ink/ paper, sd, 8 x 11 in.

4. Achille Peretti (Italian/New Orleans, 185712

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1923), “Wild Turkeys, Louisiana Landscape,” o/c, sd, 35 x 21 1/2 in., Prov.: Judge Brunot, New Orleans.

8. Guillaume Seignac (French, 1870-1924), “Flora,” o/c, sd, 22 7/8 x 18 1/4 in., Prov.: Ex-Collection, Dallas, TX.

5. Meyer Straus (American/California, 18351905, act. New Orleans, 1869-1872), “Sunday Morning,” o/board, sd, 13 1/2 x 10 7/8 in.

9. John Steuart Curry (American/Kansas, 1897-1946), “John Brown,” 1939, lithograph, 14 5/8 x 10 7/8 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

6. George Louis Viavant (American/New Orleans, 1872-1925), “Nature Morte: Squirrel,” 1920, wc, sd, sh. 17 x 24 3/4 in.

7. Tennessee Coin Silver Tongs, Samuel Bell, Knoxville, wc. 1819-1852.

10. Important American Gothic Carved Mahogany Bookcase, c. 1842., attr. Crawford Riddell, Philadelphia, h. 82 in., Prov.: Phil-Ellena, Germantown, PA; Joseph Sorger.

Fine Pr. Napoleon III Bronze Doré Chenets, 19th c., h. 14 in.

Henri Matisse (French, 1869-1954), “Odalisque,” 1929, lithograph, 10 1/4 x 13 1/4 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL

Jacques-Martin Ferrières (French, 1893-1972), “La Port à Collioure,” o/c, sd, 24 1/2 x 19 3/4 in.

Henri de Lattre (French, 1801-1876, act. America, 1850-1855), “Prized Thoroughbreds and Cattle within an Extensive American Landscape,” 1854, o/c, sd, 31 1/4 x 48 3/8 in., Prov.: Southern collection.

George III Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, late 18th/early 19th c., h. 60 1/4 in.

Fine and Monumental Antique Persian Serapi Carpet, 18 4/5 x 11 5/7 ft.

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1. Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer (American/New Orleans, 1912-1997), “Diminutive Painting #12,” 1988, o/board, sd, 9 3/8 x 11 in.

2. Alberta Kinsey (American/New Orleans, 1875-1952), “Clementine Hunter’s Cabin, Melrose Plantation,” o/c on masonite, 16 1/2 x 20 1/2 in.

3. Rare Pr. Cornelius & Baker Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Gas Brackets, c. 1854, Philadelphia, h. 18 in., Prov.: Joan Bogart, Friedle-Garrison Collection, New Orleans, LA.

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4. Chinese Export “Tobacco Leaf” Porcelain Tureen, late 18th c., w. 14 1/2 in.

8. American Federal Carved Mahogany Étagère, early 19th c., h. 53 in.

5. 14 kt Yellow Gold, White Gold, Turquoise, Diamond, Seed Pearl and Coral Bodhisattva Brooch.

9. Set of Twelve Hepplewhite George III Mahogany Dining Chairs, 18th/19th c., Prov.: George Subkoff Antiques, Westport, CT.

6. American Federal Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers, c. 1810, Davidson County, NC, h. 42 1/4 in.

10. Pr. of Neoclassical Colorful Faux Marble Fluted Pedestals, 19th c., h. 35 1/2 in.

7. William IV Carved Rosewood Mechanical Folio Stand, mid-19th c., h. 42 in.

American Federal Carved Mahogany Work Table, c. 1810, Boston, w. 20 7/8 in.

Pr. of Important French Portraits of a Distinguished Couple, 19th c., incl. Jean-Joseph Vaudechamp (1790-1866), “Pierre-Louis Hector Crémière,” 1830, o/c; and Vincent Nicolas Raverat (1801-1865), “Cornélie Alexandrine Athénaïs Surdun Crémière,” 1829, o/c, sd, each 31 3/4 x 25 1/2 in.

Important American Rococo Carved Rosewood Half Tester Bed, c.

1850, attr. Prudent Mallard, New Orleans, l. 87 1/2 in., Prov.: “Musson-Bell House” Collection, New Orleans.

American Rococo Carved Rosewood Double Door Armoire, c. 1850, attr. Prudent Mallard, New Orleans, h. 108 1/2 in., Prov.: “Musson-Bell House” Collection, New Orleans

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6. Large Chinese Qilin Form Bronze Censer, h. 21 3/4 in.

2. Chinese Coral Figural Group of Shoulao, h. 8 3/4 in.

7. Chinese Coral Figural Group of the He He Erxian Twins, h. 5 3/4 in

3. Chinese Hornbill Snuff Bottle, h. 2 7/8 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

8. Four Chinese Polychrome Porcelain Inset Wall Hangings, probably Qing (1644-1911), 41 3/8 x 13 1/2 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL. (one of four).

5. Pr. Chinese Wucai Porcelain Covered Jars, probably 17th/18th c., h. 15 3/8 in.

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1. Chinese Coral Figure of a Celestial Beauty, h. 7 in.

4. Chinese White Jade Snuff Bottle, h. 2 3/4 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

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9. Pr. Chinese Coral, Lapis and Turquoise Embellished Bronze Figural Vases, probably 20th c., wood stands, overall h. 16 in.

10. Pr. Chinese Famille Verte Porcelain

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Rouleau Vases, early 20th c., h. 25 1/4 in, now lamps, Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL. 11. Pr. Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Fishbowls, 20th c., stands, overall h. 36 1/2 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL. (one of two).

12. Chinese Embroidered Yellow Silk Cushion Cover, probably Qing (1644-1911), 39 x 53 in.

13. Chinese Hardstone Embellished Carved Wood Floor Screen, probably late 19th/ early 20th c., h. 63 in.

Imperial Russian Silver Tray, K. Armfeld, Moscow, 1891, l. 22 1/4 in.

John James Audubon (American, 1785-1851), The Birds of America, 1971-72, Amsterdam Edition, 435 plates, sh. 39 1/2 x 26 1/2 in., oak flat files.

Pr. Louis XV-Style Mahogany, Bois Satine Parquetry and Marquetry Bronzé Dore Mounted Demilune Side Cabinets, early 20th c., w. 37 in.

William Trost Richards (American 1833-1905), “New England Hillside,” 1878, o/c, sd, 24 1/4 x 20 in., Prov.: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

Rare Pr. of Figural Torchères, John Deville, London, 1809, h. 45 1/8 in.

Fine American Classical Carved Mahogany Multi-Form Table, c. 1830, l. 54 1/8 in.

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1. French Bronze Figural Group of “Trois Enfants Montant sur un Cheval,” late 19th/ early 20th c., after Leduc, h. 26 3/4 in.

4. Henry Deringer Percussion Pocket Pistol, c. 1848, barrel 2 1/2 in., Prov: Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL.

8. American Federal Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, c.1807, sd English & Jones, Philadelphia, h. 98 in.

2. Pr. George III Inlaid Mahogany Knife Boxes, c. 1790, h. 14 1/2 in.

5. Pr. Chinese Export “Imari” Porcelain Chargers, 17th/18th c., dia. 15 1/4 in.

9. Fine American Classical Mahogany “Grecian” Couch, c. 1830, probably New York, w. 73 in.

3. Fine Beaux Arts Gilt Bronze Twenty-Light Gasolier, c. 1880, dia. 43 in.

6. Fine Suite of Fourteen Georgian-Style Carved Mahogany and Needlepoint Upholstered Dining Chairs.

7. Pr. Empire-Style Carved, Painted and Parcel Gilt Pier Mirrors, early 20th c., 81 1/4 x 53 in.

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10. Louisiana Acadian Walnut Child’s Chair, early 19th c., h. 28 in.

American/Southern School, early 20th c., “Log-Boat at a Sawmill Landing (probably Florida),” o/c, 29 3/4 x 48 1/2 in.

Alexander John Drysdale (American/New Orleans, 18701934), “Moon and Live Oak,” 1914, o/board, sd, 18 1/2 x 24 1/2 in.

Attr. Pierre-Tousssaint Frédéric Mialhe (French/Cuban, 1800-1868), “View of a Tropical Port,” wc, sd, 9 7/8 in. x 15 in. (Showing 1 of 2.)

William Henry Buck (Norwegian/New Orleans, 1840-1888, act. New Orleans, 1869-1888), “Settlement along a Louisiana Bayou,” 1878, o/c, 11 7/8 x 24 in., Prov.: Estate of Harry T. Howard, New Orleans, LA.

Good Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode, late 18th c., w. 51 1/2 in.

George I Inlaid Walnut Gentleman’s Chest, early 18th c., h. 82 in.

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1. George Rodrigue (American/Louisiana, 1944-2013), “Blue Dog with Moon,” 1992, m.m./canvas board, sd, 14 x 11 in.

2. Joshua Dighton (British, 1831-1908), “Six Jockey Portraits,” wc/artist board, sd, 7 1/4 x 5 5/8 to 7 3/4 x 5 3/4 in.

3. Missouri Coin Silver Cobbler Shaker, Jaccard & Co., St. Louis, with 1857 presentation inscription to Capt. Geo. W. Atchison.

4. James McConnell “Mac” Anderson (American/Mississippi, 1907-1998), “Skimmers,” 1973, o/board, sd, 21 1/2 x 31 1/2 in.

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5. Gorham Sterling Silver Turtle Soup Set, 1898-1900, ret. Bailey, Banks & Biddle.

6. Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita (Japanese/ French, 1886-1968), “Chat Allongé,” aquatint, engraving and roulette, 11 x 13 7/8 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

7. Clementine Hunter (American/Louisiana, 1886-1988), “It’s the Way Christmas Time Was Once: The Holy Family,” 1944, o/c, sd, 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 in., Prov.: James Register, Natchitoches, LA.

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8. American Classical Mahogany Armoire, early 19th c., h. 85 3/4 in., Prov.: Estate of Maryland Governor Oden Bowie, Fairview Plantation, Collington, MD. 9. Rare Regency Carved Giltwood Three-Part Mirror, early 19th c., 28 1/2 x 68 1/2 in.

10. Extensive Belle Epoque French First Standard Silver Hollowware Service, Cardeilhac, 25 pcs.

11. Extensive Durgin “Iris” Pattern Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 250 pcs., fitted mahogany case.

Romare Bearden (American, 1911-1988), “Conversation,” 1979, lithograph, sight 17 3/4 x 25 in., Prov.: Joel N. Weinstock Collection, New Orleans.

Boyd Alvyk Cruise (Mississippi/New Orleans, 1909-1988), “Fire Insurance Patrol, 732 Camp Street,” 1951, wc, 18 x 15 in., Exh.: The Historic New Orleans Collection, 1976.

George Rodrigue (American/Louisiana, 1944-2013), “Walking in the Bayou Teche,” 1988, o/linen, sd, 20 x 24 in.

American Classical Carved, Ebonized and Gilt Stenciled, Mahogany Sideboard, c. 1825, attr. workshop of Joseph Meeks and Son, New York, w. 61 in.

West Indies Carved Mahogany Four Post Bed, early 19th c., possibly Jamaica, h. 92 in., Prov.: Distinguished New Orleans Estate collection.

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1. Pr. Chinese Export “Mandarin Palette” Porcelain Covered Vases, 18th c., h. 11 7/8 in.

2. Anne Wells Munger (American/Mississippi, 1862-1945), “The Pines a Suggestion of the Inn by the Sea,” o/board, sd, sight 16 1/2 x 13 1/2 in., Prov.: Estate of Major Philip St. George Ambler IV. 3. Rare Cornelius & Baker Gilt and Patinated Zinc Figural Gas Hall Pendant, c. 1854, Philadelphia, w. 23 1/2 in., Prov.: Friedle-Garrison Collection, New Orleans, LA. 22

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4. Chinese Export Famille Rose Porcelain Bowl, 18th c., dia. 15 1/2 in., Prov.: Elinor Gordon; Estate of Aloyis Lee Sonneborn, Mobile, AL. 5. Pr. Chinese Export Famille Verte Porcelain Chargers, 17th/18th c., dia. 15 1/4 in 6. Pr. French Neoclassical Gilt and Patinated Bronze Six-Light Candelabra, 19th c., h. 50 in.

7. Fine American Federal Carved Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers, late 18th/early 19th c., Salem or Boston, w. 42 in.

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8. American Cast Iron Garden Bench, mid19th c., Hinderer’s Ironworks, New Orleans.

9. Very Good Miniature American Sheraton Carved Mahogany Sideboard, early 19th c., probably Pennsylvania, h. 12 1/4 in.

10. Antique Italian Carved Walnut Trestle Table, probably 18th c., w. 52 1/2 in.

11. Italian Rococo Carved Polychrome Painted and Gilt Decorated Vitrine Cabinet, late 18th/ early 19th c., h. 80 in.

Fine Natchez Coin Silver Sweetmeat Basket, Emile Profilet, w. 6 3/8 in.

Frederick Volck (Austrian, 18331891, act. Baltimore, 1860-1866), “Bust of Robert E. Lee,” 1863, bronze, h. 19 1/8 in.

American Gothic Carved Oak Hall Chair, mid-19th c., probably New Orleans, referred to as “Stanton Hall.”

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Continental Silver Wine Cooler, W. Sauerwein, Germany, c. 1910, w. 12 7/8 in.

The William Avery Rockefeller Carved Rosewood Overmantel Mirror, c. 1887, Herter Brothers, New York, h. 86 1/2 in., w. 103 in., Prov.: Rockwood Hall, Tarrytown, NY.

Fine Daniel Pabst Carved Mahogany Chiming Bell Tallcase Clock, mid19th c., retailed J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, h. 102 1/2 in.

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