Skip to main content

Live Luxury Asset Auction Catalog, October 29, 2026

Page 1

LIVE LUXURY ASSET AUCTION

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA | OCTOBER 29, 2026


Lot Number 12, William J Stone Declaration of Independence from the original copperplate commissioned by John Quincy Adams Estimate: 10,000-15,000


EVENT INFORMATION

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Time: 4 PM to close Location: The Sutter Club | Address: 1220 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Complimentary Parking Garage: 824 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Hosted bar and food provided throughout the event.

ADMISSION Because the Sutter Club is a private venue, attendance is by member invitation only. Please email brian@witherell.com to be added to the guest list. Guest list is limited to 100 attendees.

AUCTION PREVIEW Wednesday, October 28: 1 PM – 4 PM | Thursday, October 29: 10 AM – 2 PM Preview Location: 300 20th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811

Buyer’s Premium 25% for all transactions Add 3% for all credit card purchases. Bidding Increments $100 between $500–$2,000 $250 between $2,000–$5,000 $500 between $5,000–$10,000 $1,000 between $10,000–$20,000 $2,500 between $20,000–$50,000 $5,000 between $50,000–$100,000 $10,000 increments above $100,000

Sales Tax Requirements All sales are subject to California state sales and use tax, which is 8.75% if picked up in Sacramento. If shipped within California or Nevada, the tax rate of your delivery address will apply. Exceptions apply for: A valid California resale license (out-of-state resale licenses are not valid for California pickup). Items shipped outside California or Nevada by a recognized shipper actively engaged in the business who provides Witherell with a verifiable tracking number or bill of lading.

www.Witherell.com | hello@Witherell.com | 916-446-6490


300 20th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811 Mailing: P.O. Box 98, Minden, NV 89423 Phone: 916-446-6490 • Email: hello@witherell.com ABSENTEE & PHONE BID FORM 1. Absentee bids are executed competitively with bidders in attendance. 2. Phone bidding is a courtesy; Witherell is not responsible for dropped calls or connection issues. 3. Payment is due immediately upon notification. 4. Buyer’s premium: 25% + 3% credit cards. 5. All bids subject to Terms & Conditions of Sale. 6. Phone bidding is limited to four phone lines per lot. LOT BIDDING:

LOT NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

HAMMER PRICE LIMIT (Absentee only)

PHONE NUMBER

BIDDER INFORMATION:

Name:

VISA/MC #:

Address:

Security Code:

City:

Expiration:

State/ZIP: Phone (Day of Sale: Backup Phone:

Signature:

All absentee & phone bids must be received by end of day on Tuesday, October 27. All absentee and phone bid requests must be submitted in writing to hello@witherell.com.


TRUECRIME

CHESSMAN DEATH ROW ARCHIVE


Explore the story here:

TRUECRIME web feature

tinyurl.com/3fk8rxfx

6


Lot Number 1

Rosalie S. Asher Archive of Caryl Chessman, America’s Most Famous Death Row Case, with Original Manuscripts, 1948–1963 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An extensive and previously unpublished archive relating to Caryl Chessman (1921–1960), the most famous condemned prisoner in America during the 1950s and the central figure in one of the most widely publicized capital punishment cases in American history. Preserved by Sacramento attorney Rosalie S. Asher, a member of Chessman’s legal team, the approximately 2.5-linear-foot archive contains original literary manuscripts, legal briefs, correspondence, attorney working files, handwritten notebooks, research files, photographs, press material, and records documenting Chessman’s twelve years on San Quentin’s Death Row. Convicted in 1948 as the notorious “Red Light Bandit,” Chessman received two death sentences under California’s kidnapping statute despite never being convicted of murder. His case became an international controversy, raising enduring questions about capital punishment, due process, and the limits of the criminal justice system. While pursuing his own appeals from Death Row, he became the first condemned prisoner to achieve worldwide literary success, publishing bestselling books before his execution in California’s gas chamber on May 2, 1960. The archive preserves original working manuscripts for several of Chessman’s books, including a 263-page manuscript of The Kid Was a Killer; a three-volume carbon copy of Cell 2455, Death Row, later adapted into the Columbia Pictures feature film; and a three-volume carbon copy of Trial by Ordeal, including a cover boldly inscribed, “PROPERTY OF CARYL CHESSMAN #66565.” Also included are an edited manuscript of Duel with Death, drafts of My Client and I, and additional unpublished literary material. The legal archive is equally significant, containing Chessman’s California Supreme Court appellate briefs prepared in propria persona, extensive material relating to the famous transcript controversy, attorney Rosalie Asher’s correspondence with San Quentin officials—including a signed 1959 letter transmitting The Kid Was a Killer manuscript for Chessman’s revision—contemporaneous notebooks, legislative hearing transcripts, radio and television scripts, research papers, photographs, and extensive documentation of the international clemency campaign. Taken together, the archive chronicles not only the life of one of America’s most famous condemned prisoners, but also the intersection of crime, punishment, constitutional law, publishing, journalism, and the modern debate over capital punishment. Preserved substantially intact through Rosalie Asher’s family, it represents an exceptional primary-source archive documenting one of the most consequential criminal cases in twentieth-century American legal history. Dimensions: Approximately 2.5 linear feet comprising multiple binders, manuscripts, legal files, correspondence, notebooks, photographs, and research material. Provenance: Archive of Rosalie S. Asher, attorney for Caryl Chessman; retained by Asher and descended directly through her family to the present owner. Condition: Archive substantially intact with expected handling wear from active legal and editorial use, including annotations, editorial revisions, folds, toning, and filing marks throughout. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $225 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

7


Lot Number 2

Anthony Burgess, A Clockwork Orange, First UK Edition, First Printing, 1962 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Anthony Burgess, A Clockwork Orange. London: William Heinemann, 1962. First UK edition, first printing. Octavo (8vo), x, 196 pp. Original black cloth lettered in silver, in the original first-state illustrated dust jacket designed by Barry Trengrove, unclipped and retaining the printed “16s Net” price. Widely regarded as one of the most important works of twentieth-century British literature, A Clockwork Orange introduced Burgess’s inventive “Nadsat” vocabulary while exploring themes of free will, morality, and state control. The novel achieved enduring international recognition following Stanley Kubrick’s acclaimed 1971 film adaptation. First printings in original dust jackets remain among the most sought-after works of modern literary fiction. Dimensions: 8 x 5.5 in. Provenance: Deaccessioned from the library of a retired California attorney and longtime collector as part of a downsizing. Condition: Good/Very Good. Original owner’s name to lower right corner of front pastedown. Dust jacket intact, unclipped, and protected in a Mylar cover, retaining the original “16s Net” price. Small 1/2 in. split at the lower spine of the dust jacket; light handling wear and toning consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

8


Lot Number 3

Langston Hughes Signed and Inscribed First Edition ‘The Big Sea’ Along with A Signed Letter with Carmel Provenance Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 The Big Sea: 1940 Stated First Edition, Alfred A. Knopf. Front free endpaper inscribed, “For Frity and Marjorie, with happy memories of pleasant evenings at their home. Sincerely, Langston, Carmel, January 10, 1941.” Found tucked between the pastedown and free end paper is a typed letter with a “Hollow Hills Farm (Carmel Valley) Jamesburg Route, Monterey, Califoria” letterhead. The typed letter is hand-signed in pen by Langston Hughes and also made out to Fritz and Marjorie. In the letter, Langston Hughes describes his state of being ill while staying at Fritz and Marjorie’s cottage, and enjoying Fritz and Marjorie’s “Gay and beutiful little plant” while it was raining outside. Hughes goes on to thank Fritz and Marjorie for lending him their copy of ‘Poor People’ (likely referring to the novel by Dostoevsky). The last paragraph of the letter makes reference to ‘Noel’ and looking forward to a Dorothy Maynor concert. ‘Noel’ is a reference to Noel Sullivan, whom Hughes shared a lifelong friendship with and was a well known wealthy arts patron. Noel Sullivan is documented to have provided Langston Hughes with housing in San Francisco, as well as a cottage in Carmel, this Hollow Hills Farm being that cottage. This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $65.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Dimensions: The Big Sea: 8 5/8” x 6” x 1 3/8.” Typed and Hand signed letter: 8 3/8” x 5.5” Condition: The Big Sea is in Good vintage condition. Spine faded. Slight spine lean. Stain front board. Binding, spine, and hinges Good.

9


Lot Number 4

Colonial Quito Polychrome Carved Wood Calvary Group, 18th Century Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A finely carved and polychromed wood Calvary group from Quito, Ecuador, 18th century, depicting Christ Crucified accompanied by the Virgin Mary as Our Lady of Sorrows, Saint John the Evangelist, and Mary Magdalene kneeling at the foot of the Cross. Executed in carved wood with original polychromy, gilded estofado decoration, and numerous applied silver devotional ornaments, the ensemble reflects the accomplished sculptural tradition that flourished in colonial Quito during the Spanish period. Following the Spanish conquest in the sixteenth century, Catholicism became the dominant faith throughout the Andes, and religious imagery assumed a central role in both public worship and private devotion. By the eighteenth century, Quito had emerged as one of the foremost artistic centers of the Spanish Empire in the Americas, where specialized workshops produced richly carved devotional sculpture for churches, monasteries, and affluent households. Rather than serving solely as decoration, Calvary groups such as this formed the spiritual focus of private chapels and family oratories, encouraging prayer and meditation on Christ’s Passion through expressive carving, luminous polychromy, and symbolic devotional imagery. Colonial sculpture of this quality was the product of highly specialized workshops. Master carvers created the figures before painters applied lifelike flesh tones (encarnación), gilders executed the richly patterned estofado decoration, and silversmiths fashioned halos and other devotional ornaments. The Virgin retains historic devotional textile embellishments, including a lace veil and fabric mantle added during the sculpture’s devotional life, together with an applied silver heart pierced by a sword symbolizing the Seven Sorrows of the Virgin. Christ, the Virgin, Saint John, and Mary Magdalene retain individually crafted silver halos and devotional ornaments, all unmarked and testing .925+ silver by XRF. The ensemble remains mounted on its original carved rocky base of substantial solid wood. Comparable eighteenth-century Calvary groups from the Quito School are preserved in major museum collections, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, illustrating the enduring artistic legacy of colonial Ecuador and the importance of Quito as one of the principal centers of sacred sculpture in the Spanish Americas. Dimensions: 14 x 9 x 25in., high. Provenance: Collected in Quito, Ecuador by Ana Cordovez (1907–1974). By descent to her daughter, Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), who served as Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Condition: Overall good antique condition consistent with age and devotional use. Original polychromy and gilding with expected surface wear, scattered losses, abrasions, age-related shrinkage cracks, and minor restorations. The Virgin retains historic devotional textile embellishments with expected age-related wear. The carved base exhibits age-related shrinkage and old fills. All silver devotional ornaments are unmarked and test .925+ silver by XRF. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $155 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

10


Lot Number 5

Ecuadorian (Quito School), 18th Century, Our Lady of the Rosary with Saints Dominic and Saint Francis Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An important Ecuadorian (Quito School) oil on canvas depicting Our Lady of the Rosary enthroned upon clouds with the Christ Child, accompanied by Saints Dominic and Saint Francis in prayer. The Virgin and Child each present a rosary, illustrating the Dominican tradition that the Blessed Virgin entrusted the Rosary to Saint Dominic as an instrument of prayer and evangelization. Executed during the eighteenth century, the composition reflects the flourishing devotional art of colonial Quito, one of the foremost artistic centers of the Spanish Americas. Following the Spanish conquest in the sixteenth century, Catholicism became the dominant faith throughout the Andes, and religious imagery assumed a central role in both public worship and private devotion. Workshops in Quito developed a distinctive artistic tradition that blended European Baroque composition with Indigenous and mestizo craftsmanship, producing paintings and sculpture for churches, monasteries, convents, and affluent households throughout the Spanish Empire. Paintings such as this served not merely as decoration but as instruments of religious instruction and contemplation, reinforcing the central role of the Rosary in colonial spiritual life. The painting displays many characteristics associated with the Quito School, including delicately modeled facial types, a luminous palette, balanced composition, and restrained Baroque ornament. Executed in oil on canvas, it survives on its original support beneath a later professional lining and is presented in a substantial carved Ecuadorian hardwood frame bearing the label of the Quito ecclesiastical workshop of Heriberto T. Salgado, reflecting its continued preservation in Ecuador. The painting is further distinguished by its direct Ecuadorian provenance, having been collected in Quito by Ana Cordovez before descending through the family of Ximena Angotti, Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession. Fresh to the market, it represents a well-preserved example of colonial Andean devotional painting. The subject of Our Lady of the Rosary attended by Saints Dominic and Saint Francis ranks among the most enduring devotional themes of the Spanish Colonial world and is represented in major museum collections and international auctions devoted to Latin American art. Dimensions: Canvas: 40.5 x 32in. Framed: 53 x 48in. Provenance: Collected in Quito, Ecuador by Ana Cordovez (1907–1974). By descent to her daughter, Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), who served as Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Condition: Professionally relined. Visible repaired area with scattered inpainting. Areas of lifting between the original canvas and lining canvas. Surface craquelure, minor abrasions, and age-related wear consistent with an eighteenth-century devotional painting. The carved frame exhibits expected wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

11


Lot Number 6

Ecuadorian (Quito School), 18th Century, Virgin of the Milk Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An Ecuadorian (Quito School) oil on canvas depicting the Virgin Mary nursing the Christ Child, a devotional subject known as the Virgen de la Leche, or Virgin of the Milk. Derived from the longstanding Christian tradition of the Maria Lactans, the subject emphasizes both Christ’s human nature and the Virgin’s maternal role. Intended for private devotion, images of the nursing Madonna encouraged meditation on the Incarnation while expressing Mary’s compassion and protection. The restrained composition, warm flesh tones, extensive gilt embellishment, and decorative treatment exemplify the mature artistic traditions of the eighteenth-century Quito School. The painting is further distinguished by its direct Ecuadorian provenance, having been collected in Quito by Ana Cordovez before descending through the family of Ximena Angotti, Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco. Ecuadorian inspection and export markings dated June 4, 1987, remain visible on the reverse, documenting its lawful export from Ecuador prior to its descent to the present owner. Dimensions: Canvas: 17.75 x 14in. Framed: 23.25 x 19.75in. Provenance: Collected in Quito, Ecuador by Ana Cordovez (1907–1974). By descent to her daughter, Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), who served as Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Condition: Likely conserved prior to export from Ecuador, including structural stabilization of the original canvas and mounting on a later linen support and twentieth-century stretcher. Overall surface craquelure, with scattered abrasions, edge wear, minor paint loss, and areas of restoration consistent with age. Newer fastening nails are present. The carved giltwood frame exhibits expected surface wear, scattered losses, cracks, and old repairs. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

12


Lot Number 7

Ecuadorian (Quito School), 18th Century, Arquebus-Bearing Archangel Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An Ecuadorian (Quito School) oil on canvas depicting an arquebus-bearing archangel clothed in richly ornamented court attire with multicolored wings and an elaborate feathered hat. Among the most distinctive subjects of colonial Andean art, the Ángeles Arcabuceros emerged during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, portraying heavenly guardians as noble soldiers of the Spanish court. The depiction of a wheel-lock arquebus, together with the richly embellished Baroque costume and extensive gilt decoration, is characteristic of this celebrated Quito School tradition and remains one of the defining artistic expressions of Spanish Colonial Ecuador. Combining European Baroque fashion with Indigenous artistic traditions, these celestial figures symbolized divine protection while allowing artists to display extraordinary decorative refinement through intricate gilding, patterned textiles, and vibrant color. The painting is further distinguished by its direct Ecuadorian provenance, having been collected in Quito by Ana Cordovez before descending through the family of Ximena Angotti, Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco. Ecuadorian inspection and export markings dated June 4, 1987, remain visible on the reverse, documenting its lawful export from Ecuador prior to its descent to the present owner. Dimensions: Canvas: 27.5 x 19.75in. Framed: 33 x 25.5in. Provenance: Collected in Quito, Ecuador by Ana Cordovez (1907–1974). By descent to her daughter, Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), who served as Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Condition: Likely conserved prior to export from Ecuador, including structural stabilization of the original canvas and mounting on a later linen support and twentieth-century stretcher. Overall craquelure, scattered abrasions, surface grime, areas of restoration, and expected wear consistent with age. The carved giltwood frame exhibits scattered losses, shrinkage cracks, old repairs, and surface wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

13


Lot Number 8

Ecuadorian (Quito School), 18th Century, Holy Family Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An Ecuadorian (Quito School) oil on canvas depicting the Holy Family beneath the Holy Trinity. God the Father appears above within the clouds, flanked by attendant angels, while the Holy Spirit descends as a dove with a humanized face, a characteristic feature of Spanish Colonial religious art. Below, the Christ Child stands between the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph, uniting the Holy Trinity with Christ’s earthly family in a single devotional image. Created for private devotion, images of the Holy Family encouraged meditation on the virtues of faith, humility, obedience, and the sanctity of family life, making them among the most enduring subjects of colonial Ecuadorian religious art. The painting is further distinguished by its direct Ecuadorian provenance, having been collected in Quito by Ana Cordovez before descending through the family of Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Dimensions: Canvas: 23 x 15.5in. Framed: 26 x 18.75in. Provenance: Collected in Quito, Ecuador by Ana Cordovez (1907–1974). By descent to her daughter, Ximena Angotti (1929–2024), who served as Honorary Consul of Ecuador in San Francisco, and retained by the family until the present deaccession by the current heir. Condition: Professionally relined and mounted on a later stretcher, likely as part of an earlier conservation campaign. Overall craquelure, scattered abrasions, minor paint loss, and areas of restoration consistent with age. The modern gilt frame exhibits expected light surface wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

14


Lot Number 9

Chinese Imperial Court Dragon Apron Panel Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A finely embroidered Chinese imperial court apron panel featuring a powerful five-clawed dragon executed in raised gold-thread embroidery amid scrolling clouds, waves, and auspicious emblems. The central dragon emerges above a dramatic lishui border of stylized cresting waves and sacred mountain forms, a design element closely associated with formal court costume and rank attire. The field is populated with numerous traditional symbols including Buddhist treasures, floral motifs, and emblems associated with prosperity, longevity, and good fortune. The upper register displays a pair of confronting dragons pursuing a flaming pearl against a dark ground. Executed in silk and metallic thread, the embroidery demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship throughout. The dragons are worked in heavily padded gold couching, producing a pronounced three-dimensional effect, while the surrounding motifs exhibit intricate shading and finely articulated stitchwork. The panel retains its original blue waistband and silk lining and displays the quality construction associated with formal Chinese court textiles. The rich palette of gold, blue, black, and coral-red silk is characteristic of high-status Chinese court embroidery. Dimensions: 37.5 x 41 in. Provenance: The estate of Lt. Col. Carl Hugo Trik (1891–1951), a veteran of both World War I and World War II with documented service in the Pacific Theater; thence by direct family descent to the present heir. Condition: Original construction with original silk lining and waistband present. Scattered creases, areas of wear, minor staining, and small losses consistent with age and use. The metallic and silk embroidery remains visually strong, with particularly impressive raised goldwork throughout the dragon motifs. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

15


Lot Number 10

Lam Qua (Chinese, 1801–1860), Macao, Panoramic Harbor View Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 An oil on canvas panoramic harbor view of Macao, titled Macao within the composition at lower center. Attributed to Lam Qua (Chinese, 1801–1860), the foremost Chinese painter serving the foreign merchant community at Canton and Macao during the China Trade, the painting depicts the celebrated panorama from Penha Hill overlooking the Portuguese enclave, including the sweeping Praia Grande waterfront, the ruins of St. Paul’s, Fort Monte, Guia Hill, Ilha Verde, and a harbor alive with Chinese junks and Western merchant vessels. It preserves one of the defining visual records of Macao during the height of the China Trade, decades before photography documented the city. Today the Macao Special Administrative Region of China, Macao served as the principal residence of Western merchants engaged in the China Trade before Hong Kong assumed that role following the First Opium War. During the first half of the nineteenth century, merchants from the United States and Europe lived in Macao while conducting business in nearby Canton, making the city one of the world’s most important commercial ports. Panoramic views such as this documented its appearance for merchants returning home and today remain invaluable records of its architectural, maritime, and commercial history. Its uninterrupted descent through the family of Nathaniel Kinsman (1798–1847), the Salem merchant who established Wetmore & Company’s Macao office in 1843, provides exceptional historical context. Kinsman’s Macao residence was the subject of a celebrated pair of Lam Qua paintings that realized $77,635 at Christie’s London in the 2016 sale Topographical Pictures. Together with the Nathaniel Kinsman autograph sea letter and hand-tinted Fanny of Salem photograph offered in the preceding lot, the present painting remains part of an intact family archive documenting one of Salem’s best-known China Trade merchants. Comparable examples of this celebrated panorama are preserved in the Hong Kong Museum of History and published by leading China Trade scholar Martyn Gregory. Another example of the same view, catalogued as by an unknown Chinese artist (circa 1810), realized £16,640 (approximately US$22,000, including buyer’s premium) at Bonhams London in 2025. Dimensions: 18 x 24 in.; framed 21.25 x 27 in. Provenance: By direct descent through successive generations of the Kinsman family and retained outside institutional collections. Deaccessioned by the present heirs. Condition: Relined. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals a few small areas of inpainting appearing limited primarily to the sky. Fine, stable craquelure throughout. Presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 16


17


18


Lot Number 11

Nathaniel Kinsman Autograph Sea Letter with Hand-Tinted Fanny of Salem Photograph Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An important autograph letter signed by Nathaniel Kinsman (1798–1847), the Salem merchant mariner and later China trader, written aboard the ship Zenobia during an Atlantic crossing between July 3 and July 16, 1839. Addressed to his wife, Rebecca Chase Kinsman, the four-page manuscript retains its original address panel and is accompanied by a framed mid-twentieth-century hand-tinted photographic reproduction of the Fanny of Salem, the vessel commanded by Captain Kinsman after the celebrated marine painting by Michel Felice Corné. Opening, “On board Ship Zenobia at Sea, Lat. 26° N., Long. 44° W., July 3rd, 1839,” the letter serves as both a voyage journal and an intimate family correspondence. Kinsman recounts the Zenobia’s slow progress through light winds, encounters with passing vessels, the difficulty of forwarding mail across the Atlantic, and the improvement of his health at sea. More compelling are the deeply personal passages in which he describes discovering a note Rebecca had hidden inside his Bible before his departure and recalls hearing the imagined voices of his children, Willie and young Rebecca. His reflections on home and family reveal the private emotions behind the commercial world of nineteenth-century American maritime trade. Only four years later, Kinsman entered into partnership with Wetmore & Company and departed with his family for Macao and Canton to establish the firm’s China operations. The correspondence exchanged by Nathaniel and Rebecca in Macao and Canton between 1843 and 1847 is today preserved in the Phillips Library of the Peabody Essex Museum, where it forms one of the most significant surviving family archives documenting the American China Trade. Portions of the Kinsman family papers entered the Essex Institute in 1908, with additional business correspondence donated by descendants in 1952. The present manuscript, however, remained in direct family descent and was never included in those institutional gifts, making it a previously unpublished companion to the archive. Accompanying the manuscript is a hand-tinted photographic reproduction of the Fanny of Salem, inscribed “The Fanny of Salem commanded by Capt. Kinsman.” Produced in the mid-twentieth century after the known watercolor copy by Murdock MacPherson following the original marine painting by Michel Felice Corné, it remained with the family as a visual record of the vessel associated with Nathaniel Kinsman’s early maritime career. Together, the letter and photograph descended through successive generations of the Kinsman family. Their significance is further reinforced by the family’s well-documented place in American China Trade history. Related Kinsman papers are preserved in the Phillips Library of the Peabody Essex Museum, while the companion pair of Lam Qua paintings depicting Nathaniel Kinsman’s residence at Macao were sold at Christie’s London in the Topographical Pictures sale on December 15, 2016, realizing $77,635 (including buyer’s premium), underscoring the enduring historical importance of the Kinsman family’s role in nineteenth-century American commerce with China. Dimensions: Letter (unfolded): 9.75 x 15.75 in. Photograph: 12.25 x 19 in. Framed: 13 x 19.75 in. Provenance: By direct descent through successive generations of the Kinsman family and retained outside institutional collections. Related Kinsman family papers, journals, and correspondence are preserved in the Phillips Library of the Peabody Essex Museum, reflecting family gifts made to the Essex Institute in 1908 and 1952. The present letter and accompanying photograph remained in private family ownership until being deaccessioned by the present heirs. Condition: The letter retains its original folds with scattered toning, handling wear, and minor separations at several fold intersections. Ink remains dark and highly legible throughout. The hand-tinted photograph exhibits light age toning and minor surface wear, housed in an older frame with expected wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

19


Lot Number 12

William J. Stone Declaration of Independence, 1823 or Later Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 An engraved paper impression of William J. Stone’s celebrated facsimile of the Declaration of Independence, printed 1823 or later from the original copperplate commissioned by Secretary of State John Quincy Adams. In 1820, Adams commissioned Stone to create an exact facsimile of the increasingly fragile engrossed Declaration, preserving the nation’s founding document through one of the most ambitious engraving projects undertaken in early America. Completed in 1823 after three years of work, Stone’s engraving became the definitive nineteenth-century facsimile of the Declaration of Independence and remains one of the most important engravings in the history of the United States. The present example bears the engraved imprint “W.J. STONE SC. WASHN.,” identifying it as an impression printed from Stone’s altered copperplate following completion of the official 1823 vellum edition. Based on its paper and printing characteristics, it is consistent with an early paper impression printed 1823 or later. Unlike the countless lithographic and photomechanical reproductions issued in later generations, this example was printed directly from Stone’s original engraved copperplate commissioned by the United States government to preserve the text of the Declaration of Independence. Although distinct from the exceedingly rare 1823 vellum edition prepared for Congress, paper impressions printed from Stone’s original plate are highly prized by collectors of Americana and occupy an important place in the history of American printing, engraving, and documentary preservation. Offered during the nation’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, this impression is a significant historical artifact and a tangible connection to the document that announced the birth of the United States. Few objects better embody the origins of the American Republic or the enduring legacy of its founding ideals. Dimensions: Sheet: 33.5 x 29.25 in. Plate mark: 29.75 x 25.25 in. Framed: 40 x 35 in. Provenance: Parker Lyon Collection; acquired by Greg Martin during the collection’s dispersal; thereafter in the Collection of Al and Carol Cali. Condition: Age toning, scattered staining, creasing, and areas of paper loss, including losses along the edges and within the sheet. Please refer to the online photographs for a complete visual representation of the sheet and its condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $250 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

20


21


Lot Number 13

Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827), Portrait of John Wayles Eppes, 1819 Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000

22


Lot Number 13

Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827), Portrait of John Wayles Eppes, 1819 Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000 Oil on canvas portrait depicting John Wayles Eppes (1773–1823), prominent Virginia statesman, member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and later United States Senator. Eppes was the nephew of Thomas Jefferson and married Jefferson’s daughter Maria (“Polly”) Jefferson, placing him within the immediate circle of the Jefferson family and the political leadership of the early American Republic. The portrait is attributed to Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827), among the most important American painters of the Revolutionary and early Federal periods. Peale, famed for his portraits of George Washington and numerous founders, was also a naturalist, museum founder, and a central figure in the artistic culture of the young nation. His Washington visits during the winter of 1818–1819 were undertaken specifically to paint members of Congress and prominent national figures during the closing years of his career. The attribution of the present portrait is supported by documentary evidence. Included with the painting is a November 22, 2000 letter from Dr. Ellen G. Miles, Curator of Painting and Sculpture at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, stating that the portrait of John Wayles Eppes is “quite clearly by Philadelphia portrait painter Charles Willson Peale,” noting that the painting exhibits the stylistic hallmarks of Peale’s work in modeling, pose, composition, and attention to detail. The curator further notes that the portrait is referenced in Peale’s letters and diaries and appears in Charles Coleman Sellers’ checklist of Peale’s works as an unlocated portrait painted in Washington in 1819. Supporting documentation from The Selected Papers of Charles Willson Peale and His Family (Yale University Press) further confirms Peale’s presence in Washington during this period and includes diary entries from January 1819 referencing “Mr. Eppes” and describing arrangements for sittings with members of Congress while Peale was painting portraits in the capital. These contemporary references strongly correspond with the historical context in which the present portrait would have been executed. The portrait remained within an extended southern political family network after Eppes’ death. The first recorded owner after the sitter was Thomas Mutter Blount (1802–1880) of Edenton, North Carolina. Blount belonged to the influential Blount political family, whose members—including Congressman Thomas Blount (1759–1812)—were prominent figures in the Democratic-Republican political sphere aligned with Thomas Jefferson. The Blount and Eppes families operated within the same Jeffersonian political and social circles that linked Virginia and North Carolina planter-statesmen in the early nineteenth century. Portraits of notable figures were frequently gifted or retained among allied families within these networks, and the transfer of the portrait from Eppes to the Blount family is consistent with such patterns of exchange among the political elite of the period. The painting subsequently descended through the Blount family line, preserving an unbroken tradition of ownership. Portraits painted by Peale during his Washington visit of 1818–1819 are relatively scarce and represent the final mature phase of one of America’s most important early portraitists. The present work therefore holds significance both as a documented likeness of a Jefferson family member and as part of Peale’s late-career portrait production. Dimensions: 24.25 x 20.25in. Framed 28.75 x 24.75in. Provenance: John Wayles Eppes (1773–1823); Gift or transfer to family friend Thomas Mutter Blount (1802–1880), Edenton, North Carolina; By direct family descent: Alice Knight Blount (1846–1917); Charles Laub Gleason (b. 1874); Florence Sargent Gleason (1907–1996); By descent to the present heir. Condition: The painting presents in stable condition consistent with an early nineteenth-century oil on canvas. Surface examination reveals age-appropriate craquelure and minor wear. A small area of loss at the sitter’s chin has been professionally inpainted by Northern California conservators (treatment cost $150); this restoration is visible under ultraviolet light. The portrait currently displays well with strong clarity in the sitter’s features and composition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

23


Lot Number 14

Federal Mahogany & Giltwood Eagle Mirror, Chapman Family Provenance Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An American Federal mahogany and giltwood wall mirror, New England, circa 1790–1805, retaining an oval cartouche with the initials “M.B.” and accompanied by an exceptional signed family history prepared in 1933 documenting more than a century of ownership by the Bristol, Chapman, and Stocking families. Produced during the first generation of American decorative arts following the Revolution, eagle mirrors became enduring symbols of the new republic after the bald eagle was adopted as the national emblem in 1782. They adorned the homes of merchants, judges, physicians, and civic leaders during the Washington and Jefferson administrations and remain among the most recognizable furnishings of the Federal period. According to the accompanying family history, the mirror was made for Mary Bristol Chapman (1767–1799), daughter of Judge Bristol of New Haven and wife of Dr. Elisha Chapman. The document traces its descent through her son, Simeon Bristol Chapman (1794–1866), and successive generations of the Chapman and Stocking families before passing to the present owner. Equally remarkable, the letter records the mirror’s conservation history, including replacement of the original glass, restoration of portions of the frame, and replacement of the eagle crest long before modern restoration practices were commonplace. Offered during the era of America’s 250th Anniversary, this mirror represents not only an attractive example of Federal craftsmanship but a documented survivor from the nation’s formative years, preserved within the same family for over two centuries. Dimensions: 25 x 51 in., high. Provenance: According to the accompanying signed family history: Mary Bristol Chapman; by descent to Simeon Bristol Chapman; thence through Huldah Ann Beach Chapman, Sarah Chapman Stocking, and Fanny H. Stocking, author of the signed 1933 provenance account; thereafter by direct family descent to the present owner. Condition: Accompanying 1933 family history documents replacement of the mirror plate, replacement eagle crest, repairs to the frame, and restoration of decorative elements around the oval cartouche prior to 1933. Present condition includes age cracks, shrinkage, scattered losses, separations, surface wear, rubbing to gilding, later repairs, and evidence of long-term family use and preservation. The original signed provenance letter accompanies the lot. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea (831-566-6088). Cross-country shipping via CCC Transport (920-450-5027).

24


Lot Number 15

New York Chippendale Slant-Front Desk, Circa 1780 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An American Chippendale slant-front desk from the New York furniture trade, dating to circa 1780 and constructed with sycamore and beech secondary woods, as identified on the original invoice from Meetinghouse Antiques. During the late eighteenth century, New York emerged as one of colonial America’s leading cabinetmaking centers, where skilled craftsmen adapted fashionable English Chippendale designs using regional construction techniques and locally available materials. Desks of this form served as both practical writing furniture and symbols of refinement in prosperous homes, reflecting the growing sophistication of the young nation’s merchant class. The desk was acquired during the 1980s by a Sacramento collector from nationally recognized antiques dealers Irvin and Dolores Boyd of Meetinghouse Antiques, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, for $5,650. The Boyds spent more than four decades handling and exhibiting important Queen Anne and Chippendale furniture and were widely respected authorities in the field of early American furniture. Their original purchase invoice accompanies the lot. Dimensions: 38 x 21 x 39.5 in. Provenance: Acquired during the 1980s by a Sacramento collector from Irvin and Dolores Boyd, Meetinghouse Antiques, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Original purchase invoice accompanies the lot. Now being deaccessioned by the estate. Condition: Overall good antique condition. Complete fitted interior with all prospect drawers present. Surface wear, scattered scratches, shrinkage, and minor repairs consistent with age and use. The brass hardware appears to be an old, historically appropriate replacement set. Wear and evidence of past restoration commensurate with a desk of this age. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

25


Lot Number 16

George C. Shreve & Co., San Francisco Lincoln Cane Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A walking stick featuring a finely carved bust of Abraham Lincoln carved from narwhal iv*ry, the reverse of the jacket marked “George C. Shreve & Co.,” San Francisco, together with the firm’s beehive trademark, dating the silver work to 1884– 1894. The bust exhibits exceptional craftsmanship, with finely articulated hair, eyebrows, and beard, a matte-finished coat accented by polished sterling lapels, buttons, and a distinctive sterling silver bow tie. The bust is mounted to a shaft likely fashioned from California laurel, a native hardwood favored by nineteenth-century San Francisco craftsmen for fine canes and decorative objects. Combining the likeness of America’s sixteenth president with the work of one of California’s premier nineteenth-century silversmiths, this cane represents a rare convergence of Lincolniana, California decorative arts, and the golden age of American cane making. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 2 x 1.75 x 34.25 in., long. Provenance: Acquired by Eddi Van Auken in August 2012. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Selections from her renowned cane collection were published in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Retains its original carved narwhal iv*ry bust, sterling silver decoration, and shaft. Age cracks to the iv*ry, including a stable shrinkage crack at the neck, with minor surface wear consistent with age and use. The silver retains a mellow, unpolished patina with crisp marks. Overall presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

26


Lot Number 17

1921 “Lincoln Flag” Commemorative American Flag Flown at the Petersen House Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Large commemorative American flag issued by the Oldroyd Lincoln Memorial Museum and flown on April 27, 1921, from the front window of the Petersen House in Washington, D.C., where President Abraham Lincoln died on April 15, 1865. This example retains its original ink stamp dated APR 27 1921 and is accompanied by an original signed letter from Joe D. Kramer, who recounts the history of the Lincoln Flag program. According to Kramer, the Republican National Committee received forty-eight flags from the museum—one for each state—to be awarded to the Republican Club securing the greatest number of subscriptions to The National Republican. As President of the Independence, Kansas Republican Club, Kramer received the Kansas allotment, which was flown from the Petersen House on April 27, 1921, and sewn by his mother for preservation. In the letter, Kramer describes the flag as “my most prized possession” before writing, “I am passing this flag on to you, knowing that you will care for, preserve it and that you will see that it gets into proper hands before you release it.” Also included is a contemporary handdrawn depiction of the Petersen House titled Where Lincoln Died. A scarce and historically significant commemorative textile with exceptional accompanying documentation establishing an unbroken chain of ownership from the original 1921 recipient. Dimensions: Approx. 55 x 90 in. Provenance: By direct family descent through the family of the 1921 recipient, Joe D. Kramer, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Displays expected age-related toning, soiling, scattered staining, fold lines, and minor wear consistent with age and storage. Inked date remains legible. Accompanied by the original signed explanatory letter and period drawing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

27


Lot Number 18

Mississippi Union Bank Mortgage Appraisal and Enslaved Persons Schedule, Tippah County, Mississippi, 1838 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A rare pair of original manuscript and printed documents relating to a mortgage appraisal for the Mississippi Union Bank in Tippah County, Mississippi, dated August 28–29, 1838. The appraisal records the property of James Tice, including approximately 165 acres of land, two log cabins, and two enslaved individuals identified by name and value. An accompanying manuscript schedule lists the enslaved man Jack, appraised at $800, and the enslaved woman Phebe at $700, illustrating how enslaved people were legally treated as collateral within the antebellum South. Executed one year after the Panic of 1837—a nationwide financial crisis marked by bank failures, collapsing land values, and restricted credit—the documents record how Southern banks secured loans with both real property and enslaved labor. Today, surviving appraisal records naming enslaved individuals are recognized as important primary sources, preserving the identities of people who might otherwise have been lost to history. Dimensions: Largest sheet 12 x 7.5 in.; framed 17 x 19.5 in. Provenance: A Sonoma, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the current heirs. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Both documents exhibit expected toning, fold lines, scattered foxing, and minor handling wear consistent with age. Manuscript entries and printed text remain clear and legible. Presented together under glass in a later frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

28


Lot Number 19

Kimbel & Cabus Egyptian Revival Pedestal, New York, circa 1870 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A rare and important Egyptian Revival pedestal attributed to the celebrated New York furniture and decorating firm of Kimbel & Cabus (active 1863–1882), among the foremost interpreters of the American Aesthetic Movement during the third quarter of the nineteenth century. Executed in ebonized wood with gilt incised decoration and applied classical ornament, the pedestal displays an architectonic tapering form surmounted by a circular top above sculptural Egyptian female bust mounts with tripartite headdresses. The stepped base incorporates stylized sandaled feet and Neo-Grec geometric motifs, combining Egyptian Revival imagery with the refined linear ornament characteristic of the firm’s sophisticated decorative vocabulary. This exact model is illustrated in the Kimbel & Cabus design catalogue preserved at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, New York, firmly establishing the attribution to the maker. The form is further corroborated by a closely related pedestal in the collection of the Brooklyn Museum. Kimbel & Cabus embraced the renewed fascination with ancient Egypt that swept Europe and America following the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, incorporating Egyptian-derived motifs into furniture forms intended for fashionable Aesthetic interiors. Their work was prominently exhibited at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition and today remains highly sought after among advanced collectors of nineteenth-century American decorative arts. Surviving examples of this form are exceedingly scarce, with fewer than five examples believed extant. Known examples include the Brooklyn Museum example, another in a prominent San Francisco Bay Area private collection, and the present newly discovered example. Notably, this pedestal appears to be the only presently known example retaining untouched “as found” surface character with substantial original decorative finish and ormolu intact. The present example further differs from the Brooklyn Museum pedestal by its unusually honest, unrestored state, offering valuable insight into the original appearance and surface treatment employed by Kimbel & Cabus during the firm’s Egyptian Revival period. Dimensions: 16.5 in. wide x 16.5 in. deep x 42 in. high. Provenance: Private Collection, Moro Bay, California. Condition: Honest age-appropriate wear consistent with approximately 150 years of use and survival. Surface losses, craquelure, shrinkage cracks, abrasions, and wear to the ebonized finish throughout, particularly to the top surface. Structurally sound overall. Retains its original ormolu and gilt decorative embellishment. An untouched and unrestored example with highly desirable original surface character. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

29


Lot Number 20

KPM Berlin Porcelain Plaque, In the Arena (After Jean-Léon Gérôme) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A finely executed hand-painted porcelain plaque, attributed to the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM), Berlin, depicting a dramatic Roman arena scene in which a gladiator confronts a lion and tiger before a crowd of spectators gathered within a monumental classical colonnade. The composition is after a celebrated painting by the French Academic master Jean-Léon Gérôme (1824–1904), whose vividly rendered scenes of antiquity and spectacle were widely admired and frequently adapted by leading European porcelain manufactories in the late nineteenth century. Founded in 1763 under Frederick the Great, KPM Berlin is renowned for its exceptional porcelain plaques, which were painted by highly trained artists and intended to rival oil paintings in both technical precision and permanence. The present work displays the luminous enamel-like surface and refined painterly quality associated with KPM production, with particular attention to anatomical modeling, architectural depth, and theatrical composition. The reverse bears an impressed scepter mark consistent with KPM Berlin, together with period inventory inscriptions and a German label reading “In der Arena” (“In the Arena”), referencing the subject and suggesting early European handling. Dimensions: 10 in. x 12 1/4 in. Frame: 16 1/4 in. x 18 3/4 in. Provenance: Private collection, Palo Alto, California. Condition: Presents in original condition with no evidence of restoration or conservation under ultraviolet examination. The surface remains well preserved and displays cleanly. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

30


Lot Number 21

John Jacob Astor IV & Henry B. Ely Estate Archive, 1896–1900 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Historically significant archive documenting the administration of the Astor family fortune during the Gilded Age, preserved by direct family descent from Henry B. Ely, a trusted executor and trustee under the will of William Backhouse Astor. The archive comprises four related documents dating from 1896 to 1900, each retained in Ely’s personal files and collectively chronicling his fiduciary relationship with John Jacob Astor IV. Included is an original twelve-page manuscript agreement dated June 30, 1896, signed in full by John Jacob Astor IV, indemnifying Ely in connection with trust payments made on behalf of the Drayton children under provisions established by the William Astor estate. Accompanying the agreement is a rare autograph memorandum on John Jacob Astor – Estate of William Astor letterhead, dated June 30, 1896, explaining the purpose of the indemnity agreement in Astor’s own hand and signed with his initials. The archive further includes a substantial manuscript Release and Indemnity agreement executed October 23, 1900, signed in full by John Jacob Astor IV and acknowledging Ely’s resignation as executor and trustee following his relocation to Redlands, California, while formally releasing him from liability arising from his administration of numerous Astor trusts. Completing the archive is a contemporary typed memorandum, also dated October 23, 1900, signed by Henry B. Ely and trustee Mynderse Holman, clarifying that the release did not apply to certain unpaid trustee commissions relating to trusts established for members of the Astor, Roosevelt, Van Alen, and Drayton families, as well as matters involving Caroline W. Astor and the James R. Roosevelt Jr. Trust. Together, the documents provide a remarkable window into the private legal and financial administration of one of America’s greatest fortunes at the turn of the twentieth century. More than simply bearing the signature of John Jacob Astor IV—later remembered as the wealthiest passenger lost aboard the RMS Titanic in 1912—the archive documents his active management of the Astor estate and identifies Henry B. Ely as one of the family’s principal fiduciaries during a pivotal period in the history of the Astor financial empire. Preserved intact by direct family descent from Henry B. Ely, the archive represents a remarkably cohesive survival of Gilded Age American legal and financial history, offering an intimate glimpse into the private administration of one of the nation’s greatest fortunes. Dimensions: Largest document approximately 14 x 8.5 in. Provenance: Direct family descent from Henry B. Ely. Condition: Overall very good condition. The documents exhibit expected folds from long-term storage, scattered light toning, and minor edge wear consistent with age. Signatures, manuscript text, and typed text remain bold and highly legible throughout. Original docket wrappers are retained, enhancing the archival integrity and provenance of the group. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

31


Lot Number 22

Tiffany & Co. Champlevé Enamel Bronze Mantel Clock Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Founded in New York in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany, Tiffany & Co. became America’s foremost luxury retailer during the nineteenth century, establishing an international reputation for exceptional jewelry, silver, clocks, and decorative arts. By the 1870s, the firm had become the preferred source of luxury goods for America’s industrialists, financiers, and political leaders, importing the finest French bronzes, clocks, porcelains, and objets d’art while helping define the tastes of a rapidly growing class of affluent collectors. This mantel clock reflects the aspirations of the Gilded Age, the period of remarkable economic expansion and cultural refinement that followed the Civil War. Coined by Mark Twain, the term describes an era in which immense fortunes transformed American collecting. The grand residences of families such as the Vanderbilt, Astor, Morgan, and Stanford dynasties were furnished with richly ornamented European decorative arts, many acquired through Tiffany & Co.’s celebrated New York showrooms. The present example combines sculptural bronze figures, vibrant champlevé enamel decoration, and a finely proportioned architectural case characteristic of the French decorative arts embraced by Tiffany during this period. The dial is signed Tiffany & Co., while the brass movement is likewise marked “Tiffany & Co.” and numbered 3753, identifying it as a clock retailed through the firm’s New York establishment. More than a functional timepiece, it represents the craftsmanship, artistry, and international influence that established Tiffany & Co. as one of the defining luxury houses of nineteenth-century America. Dimensions: 14 x 7.75 x 18.5 in., high. Weight: 29 lbs. Provenance: By direct family descent and now being deaccessioned by the Danville, California heir. Condition: Dial signed Tiffany & Co.; movement marked Tiffany & Co., numbered 3753. Includes winding key and pendulum. The movement appears complete but is not currently keeping time. Minor wear, light surface oxidation, and scattered rubbing consistent with age. Champlevé enamel decoration remains largely intact with only minor losses and wear observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $135 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

32


Lot Number 23

Tiffany Studios Colonial Leaded Glass Table Lamp Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Tiffany Studios, New York, Colonial leaded glass table lamp comprising a model 1900 domed geometric leaded glass shade of richly variegated amber, honey, caramel, and opalescent Favrile glass, retaining the impressed “TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1900” signature to the shade rim. The shade is mounted on a patinated bronze standard base. Introduced during the early twentieth century, the Colonial pattern remains among Tiffany Studios’ most enduring geometric lamp designs. Dimensions: 16.5 x 16.5 x 21 in., high. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present Dana Point, California heir, now being deaccessioned. Condition: The shade bears the impressed “TIFFANY STUDIOS NEW YORK 1900” mark and appears largely intact, with no readily apparent cracked or replaced glass panels. The lead matrix exhibits evidence of professional restoration. The bronze base has been fitted with a later felt covering, obscuring and/or replacing the original base plate where factory marks are typically found. The original cap securing the shade to the base is absent. The bronze surfaces have been overly cleaned, diminishing the original patina. Lamp illuminates when tested. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $165 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

33


Lot Number 24

Large 47-Star American Flag, Celebrating the Completion of the Continental United States, 1912 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Large 47-star American flag commemorating the admission of New Mexico as the forty-seventh state on January 6, 1912. Constructed of cotton bunting with individually appliquéd stars and machine-sewn stripes, the hoist bears the inscription “OAKS–BOGART” together with a separate handwritten owner’s marking. This flag represents one of the most unusual chapters in the evolution of the American flag and the culmination of the nineteenth-century ideal of Manifest Destiny—the belief that the United States was destined to expand across the North American continent. With New Mexico’s admission, followed just thirty-nine days later by Arizona on February 14, 1912, the continental United States was complete, stretching uninterrupted from the Atlantic to the Pacific Oceans. Under the Flag Act of 1818, however, new stars were not added until the following Independence Day, causing the official national flag to advance directly from forty-six to forty-eight stars on July 4, 1912. As a result, 47-star flags were produced only as commemorative examples during this brief interval and never became an official United States flag. By family repute, the flag was originally owned by “Pie Allen,” believed to have served as the mayor of a city in Arizona or New Mexico, suggesting it may have been acquired and briefly flown in celebration of statehood. Rare for both its historical significance and comparatively limited production, the 47-star flag marks the final chapter in the continental expansion of the United States. Dimensions: 92 x 172 in. Provenance: By family repute, originally owned by “Pie Allen,” believed to have served as the mayor of a city in Arizona or New Mexico. The hoist is additionally inscribed “OAKS–BOGART.” Thereafter by family descent and now being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Displays age-related toning, scattered staining, period stitched repairs, minor losses, and scattered holes consistent with outdoor use. Hoist retains handwritten ownership inscriptions. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

34


Lot Number 25

Chumash Polychrome Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Chumash polychrome coiled basket bowl from California’s central coast. The Chumash inhabited the coastal valleys and Channel Islands from present-day Malibu north to San Luis Obispo, where basketry was central to daily life, serving for gathering, food preparation, storage, trade, and ceremonial use. Woven of native plant fibers with contrasting natural and dyed materials, this bowl displays radiating geometric motifs extending from the center to a patterned rim band. Dimensions: 13.75 x 13.75 x 6 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Very good overall condition with light, expected wear from age and use. No significant losses or structural issues observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

35


Lot Number 26

Pomo Polychrome and Mono Lake Paiute Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two Native California baskets representing the distinct basketry traditions of the Pomo and Mono Lake Paiute peoples. The larger Pomo polychrome coiled basket bowl with raised top knot originates from the region surrounding Clear Lake and the Russian River valleys of Northern California, where Pomo weavers produced some of the most celebrated basketry in North America for domestic, ceremonial, and trade use. Woven of natural and dyed plant fibers, the bowl retains its central top knot and is decorated with geometric ornament. The accompanying Mono Lake Paiute coiled basket bowl comes from the Mono Basin and eastern Sierra Nevada near present-day Mono Lake, where basketry played an essential role in gathering, storage, and everyday life. Woven of native plant fibers with contrasting dyed elements, the basket features repeating stylized eagle motifs around the exterior with complementary geometric decoration below the rim. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Pomo: 9 x 9 x 3.75 in., high. Mono Lake Paiute: 6.25 x 6.25 x 3 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Both in very good overall condition with light, expected wear from age and use. No significant losses or structural issues observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

36


Lot Number 27

Hupa, Yurok and Karok Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Three Northern California baskets representing the closely related basketry traditions of the Hupa, Yurok, and Karok peoples, whose ancestral homelands lie along the Trinity and lower Klamath Rivers of present-day Humboldt, Del Norte, and Siskiyou Counties. Woven of natural and dyed plant fibers using traditional techniques, the group includes a Hupa basket hat, a Yurok basket bowl, and a Karok basket bowl. Basketry was central to daily life throughout the region, serving practical, ceremonial, and trade purposes while reflecting generations of artistic and cultural continuity. Dimensions: Hupa: 6.25 x 6.25 x 3 in., high., Yurok: 6.5 x 6.5 x 4 in., high., Karok: 8 x 8 x 5.5 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear and losses consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

37


Lot Number 28

Havasupai and Yavapai Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two baskets representing the basketry traditions of the Havasupai and Yavapai peoples of present-day Arizona. The Havasupai coiled basket bowl features stylized eagle motifs, a design associated with the tribe’s accomplished basketry tradition centered in the Grand Canyon region. The accompanying Yavapai coiled basket tray comes from the mountains and desert valleys of central and western Arizona, where basketry served an important role in gathering, food preparation, and daily life. Both are woven of natural and dyed plant fibers and illustrate the distinctive artistic traditions of neighboring Southwestern tribes. Dimensions: Havasupai: 8 x 8 x 4.25 in., high. Yavapai: 12.25 x 12.25 x 2.75 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

38


Lot Number 29

Washoe and Mono Lake Paiute Polychrome Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two baskets representing the basketry traditions of the Washoe and Mono Lake Paiute peoples of the Great Basin. The Washoe basket was woven by the Indigenous people of the Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley region of present-day California and Nevada, whose basketry is recognized for its refined coiled construction and bold geometric ornament. The accompanying Mono Lake Paiute polychrome basket originates from the eastern Sierra Nevada around Mono Lake in California, where skilled weavers created both utilitarian and ceremonial baskets from willow, sedge root, and naturally dyed plant fibers. Together, these baskets illustrate the closely related yet distinctive weaving traditions of neighboring Great Basin tribes. Dimensions: Washoe: 12.5 x 12.5 x 6.5 in., high. Mono Lake Paiute: 9 x 9 x 5 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

39


Lot Number 30

Maidu and Panamint Polychrome Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two baskets representing the basketry traditions of interior California and the western Great Basin. The Maidu basket was woven by the Indigenous people of the northern Sierra Nevada and Sacramento Valley of present-day California, where finely crafted coiled baskets served important household, gathering, and ceremonial purposes. The accompanying Panamint polychrome bottleneck basket is attributed to the Panamint (Timbisha Shoshone) people of the Death Valley region of eastern California. Bottleneck forms were well suited for storing seeds and other small provisions, while the use of naturally dyed plant fibers created striking geometric decoration characteristic of Great Basin basketry. Dimensions: Maidu: 9 x 9 x 4.5 in., high. Panamint: 7 x 7 x 5.5 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

40


Lot Number 31

Pit River and Karok Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two baskets representing the basketry traditions of Northern California. The Pit River basket was woven by the Achomawi and Atsugewi peoples of the Pit River basin in northeastern California, where coiled baskets were produced for gathering, storage, and daily use. The accompanying Karok basket originates from the middle Klamath River region of northwestern California, where basket weaving was a highly developed art using willow, hazel, and conifer root fibers to create durable vessels decorated with geometric designs in naturally dyed materials. Together, these baskets reflect two distinct regional traditions from Northern California. Dimensions: Pit River: 11 x 11 x 7.5 in., high. Karok: 11 x 11 x 8.75 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $95 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

41


Lot Number 32

Hupa, Washoe, Karok and Seed Jar Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Four baskets representing the basketry traditions of California and the Great Basin. Included are a Hupa basket from the Trinity River region of northwestern California; a Washoe basket from the Lake Tahoe and Carson Valley region of eastern California and western Nevada; a Karok basket from the middle Klamath River of northwestern California; and a twined seed jar with carrying loops, a traditional form used for the storage and transport of seeds and other provisions. Together the group illustrates a variety of forms and weaving traditions from the American West. Dimensions: Hupa: 4.75 x 2.5 in., high. Washoe: 5.25 x 2.5 in., high. Seed Jar: 6 x 5 x 8.5 in., high. Karok: 6.25 x 3.5 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

42


Lot Number 33

Yokuts and Panamint Polychrome Baskets Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Two baskets representing the basketry traditions of central and eastern California. Included are a Yokuts polychrome basket from California’s southern San Joaquin Valley, decorated with geometric designs in natural and dark fibers, and a Panamint polychrome bottleneck basket from the Death Valley region of eastern California, woven in the distinctive bottleneck form with alternating vertical and geometric polychrome decoration. Together, the lot presents two characteristic forms from neighboring but distinct California weaving traditions. Dimensions: Yokuts: 9.75 x 5.75 in., high. Panamint bottleneck: 7 x 4.75 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Minor scattered wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

43


Lot Number 34

Pomo Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Pomo basket bowl woven by the Pomo people of Northern California, whose traditional homelands encompass present-day Sonoma, Mendocino, Lake, and Napa counties. The bowl displays a broad, open form with bold geometric decoration in dark and natural fibers. A distinctive feature is the pair of shell and feather ornaments suspended from the rim. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 12 x 5.25 in., high. Provenance: Estate of a prominent Northern California collector, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Overall good condition with light, expected wear from age and use. Shell and feather rim ornaments present. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

44


Lot Number 35

Pit River Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Coiled Pit River basket of deep, rounded form, woven of willow, sedge root, and redbud bark, decorated with bold stepped geometric motifs and diamond devices in dark brown against a natural ground. The Pit River people traditionally occupied the upper Pit River drainage of northeastern California, extending from present-day Mount Shasta eastward toward the Nevada border. Coiled baskets of this type were woven for both household and ceremonial purposes. Dimensions: 14 x 9 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Overall very good condition with expected age-related wear. The natural fibers and dyes have developed a mellow, muted patina consistent with age. Minor break to the rim as illustrated. No significant structural damage or restoration observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

45


Lot Number 36

Mono Lake Basket and Yokut Polychrome Bottleneck Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A complementary group of two California Native American baskets representing distinct regional weaving traditions. Included is a Mono Lake basket of flaring form, woven in coiled construction with bold stepped geometric ornament characteristic of the Mono people of the eastern Sierra Nevada and Mono Basin. Also included is a Yokut polychrome bottleneck basket, displaying the classic constricted-neck form traditionally used for storing and pouring seeds, water, and other provisions. The Yokut people occupied California’s southern San Joaquin Valley, where basketry reached exceptional technical refinement through the use of sedge root, redbud bark, and other native plant materials to create intricate polychrome designs. Dimensions: Mono Lake basket: 11.25 x 6 in. Yokut polychrome bottleneck basket: 9 x 5.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Both baskets are in overall good condition with expected age-related wear and mellow, naturally aged coloration. The Yokut bottleneck basket retains its original form, though the decorative red yarn wrapped around the rim is largely lacking. No other significant structural issues observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

46


Lot Number 37

Mono Lake Gap Stitch Polychrome Bottleneck Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A finely woven Mono Lake bottleneck basket executed in the distinctive gap stitch technique for which the Mono weavers of California’s eastern Sierra Nevada and Mono Basin are especially recognized. The graceful bottleneck form was traditionally used for storing and pouring seeds, water, and other provisions. Woven in tightly coiled construction of willow and sedge root with redbud bark providing the rich polychrome ornament, the basket features alternating stepped geometric motifs and broad decorative panels characteristic of Mono Lake basketry produced during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: 13 x 7.5 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with tight weaving, sound form, and naturally mellow coloration consistent with age. No significant structural damage observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

47


Lot Number 38

Karuk Negative Polychrome Butterfly Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Karuk polychrome coiled basket woven with a striking negative butterfly design, one of the most recognizable decorative motifs of northwestern California basketry. The Karuk homeland encompasses the middle reaches of the Klamath River in present-day Siskiyou and Humboldt Counties, where basket weaving formed an essential part of daily life and ceremonial tradition. Constructed of hazel shoots over a conifer root foundation with bear grass and dyed bracken fern root creating the contrasting decoration, baskets of this type served for gathering, storage, food preparation, and trade. The basket’s compact scale and carefully composed negative butterfly design are characteristic of examples that became popular with collectors during the flourishing Native California basket market of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: 7 x 6.25 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with tight weaving, good form, and naturally mellow coloration consistent with age. Minor expected wear from age and use. No significant structural damage observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

48


Lot Number 39

Washoe Butterfly Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Washoe coiled polychrome basket bowl decorated with four large butterfly motifs rendered in dark brown against a natural buff ground. The Washoe homeland encompasses the Lake Tahoe Basin and adjacent valleys of present-day western Nevada and eastern California, where basket weaving was central to both daily life and trade. Constructed of willow over a willow rod foundation with bracken fern root providing the dark decorative elements, Washoe baskets were used for gathering, storage, seed processing, and ceremonial purposes. The butterfly, a favored motif in Washoe basketry, reflects the tribe’s mastery of bold, balanced geometric design. Baskets of this type became especially popular with collectors during the flourishing Native California basket market of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: 8.25 x 3.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with tight weaving, excellent form, and naturally mellow coloration consistent with age. Minor expected wear from age and handling. No significant structural damage observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

49


Lot Number 40

Apache Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Finely woven Apache coiled basket executed in natural willow with dark devil’s claw ornamentation. The design is centered by a radiating star motif surrounded by an unusually extensive procession of stylized anthropomorphic figures, repeated in multiple registers around both the interior and exterior. The abundance and careful repetition of these figures create a striking visual composition while demonstrating the precise symmetry and accomplished weaving characteristic of Apache basketry woven in present-day eastern Arizona and western New Mexico during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: 12 x 3.75 in. Provenance: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. Condition: Very good overall condition with light, even wear consistent with age. Tight weave with no significant structural issues observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

50


Lot Number 41

Large Apache Pictorial Olla Basket Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Large coiled Apache olla basket woven of willow and devil’s claw, decorated with a continuous pictorial program depicting stylized human and quadruped figures interspersed with stepped geometric and zigzag motifs. The Western Apache traditionally occupied the mountainous regions of east-central Arizona, extending from the area northeast of present-day Phoenix eastward to the New Mexico border and south toward the Gila River. Large olla baskets of this type were traditionally used by the Western Apache for storing and transporting water and for storing seeds, corn, and other foodstuffs. Produced during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, they represent among the finest achievements of Southwestern basketry. Dimensions: 19 x 22.5 in. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Overall very good condition with expected age-related wear. The natural fibers and dyes have developed a mellow, muted patina consistent with age. No significant structural damage or restoration observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $175 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

51


Lot Number 42

Two California Mission Basket Ollas Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of finely woven California Mission basket ollas comprising a pictorial olla with tuck-stitched rim, decorated with stylized figural motifs, together with a second Mission olla featuring repeating oval and geometric designs woven in dark-dyed willow against a natural ground with a finely finished rolled rim. Dating to the late nineteenth or early twentieth century, these baskets are representative examples of Southern California Mission basketry. Dimensions: Larger olla: 10 in. diameter x 10.25 in. high. Smaller olla: approximately 7 in. diameter x 5.5 in. high. Provenance: Property from a Palm Springs, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Both baskets are in very good overall condition with expected light wear consistent with age. The larger basket retains its original tuck-stitched rim. The smaller basket displays minor surface wear and remains well preserved. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

52


Lot Number 43

Two Pima Trays Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of finely woven Native American coiled trays comprising an Apache tray with an eight-point whirling star design executed in natural and dark-dyed willow, and a larger Pima tray featuring a bold geometric radiating pattern with stepped motifs. Dimensions: Apache tray: 18.5 in. diameter. Pima tray: 21.5 in. diameter. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Both trays are in very good overall condition with expected minor wear from age and use. The Pima tray exhibits scattered areas of staining. Both remain structurally sound. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

53


Lot Number 44

Pair of Apache Trays Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of finely woven Apache coiled trays executed in natural and dark-dyed willow. One tray features a pictorial design of stylized deer arranged in a radial composition around the center, while the companion displays a bold geometric pattern of radiating arrows and stepped motifs. Together, the trays illustrate both the pictorial and geometric traditions of Apache basketry, showcasing the technical skill and striking visual vocabulary that have made Apache weaving among the most admired Native American basket traditions. Dimensions: Each approximately 14.5 x 3 in. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Both trays are in very good overall condition with expected minor wear from age and use. The pictorial tray exhibits areas of light staining and one tray has a small rim separation, visible in the accompanying photographs. Both remain structurally sound and display well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

54


Lot Number 45

Framed Apache Tray Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Coiled Apache tray woven of willow with devil’s claw decoration. Decorated with concentric radiating geometric motifs and a patterned border. Early twentieth century. Professionally mounted in a modern shadowbox-style frame for display. Dimensions: Tray: 20 x 3 in. high. Framed: 29 x 29 in. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Professionally framed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

55


Lot Number 46

Apache Tray Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Coiled Apache tray woven of willow with devil’s claw decoration. Decorated with a radiating geometric design centered by a six-point medallion and enclosed by a repeating border. Early twentieth century. Dimensions: 17 x 3.5 in. high. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

56


Lot Number 47

Apache Pictorial Tray Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Coiled Apache tray woven of willow with devil’s claw decoration. Decorated with stylized anthropomorphic figures arranged around a central medallion and enclosed by a geometric border. Early twentieth century. Dimensions: 21.75 x 2.75 in. high. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

57


Lot Number 48

Apache Olla Basket Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Coiled Apache olla basket woven of willow with devil’s claw decoration, of globular form with a flared rim. Decorated with stepped and diagonal geometric designs on a natural ground. Early twentieth century. Dimensions: 10.5 x 11 in. high. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

58


Lot Number 49

Framed Northern Plains Beaded Dress, Circa 1890 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Northern Plains hide dress featuring a broad yoke richly decorated with period glass seed beads in blue, lavender, maroon, yellow, and red geometric designs. Suspended beaded drops adorn the chest, while the sleeves, sides, and hem retain long hide fringe. Mounted in a modern shadowbox frame for display. Dresses of this type were important expressions of cultural identity and craftsmanship, with the colorful beadwork reflecting the widespread adoption of imported glass trade beads by Plains tribes during the late nineteenth century. Dimensions: Framed: 51 x 49 in. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Overall presentation is very good, with expected wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. This item may be removed from the frame and shipped via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). If shipped in the frame, blanket-wrapped delivery within California is available through Delbert McCrea (831-566-6088). Cross-country shipping via CCC Transport (920-450-5027).

59


Lot Number 50

Framed Northern Plains Indian Leggings and Moccasins, Circa 1890 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Group comprising a pair of Northern Plains hide leggings with white seed bead panels decorated in polychrome geometric motifs, together with a pair of beaded hide moccasins. Mounted together in a modern shadowbox frame for display. Dimensions: Framed: 43.5 x 23.5 in. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Overall presentation is very good, with expected wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $525 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). The frame may be dismantled and the individual components shipped separately for $65 plus 1.5% insurance.

60


Lot Number 51

Cheyenne Beaded Vest, Bag and Moccasins, Circa 1910 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Group comprising a Cheyenne double sided beaded hide vest, a beaded hide pouch with long fringe, and a pair of beaded hide moccasins. Each is decorated with white seed beads and polychrome geometric motifs. Mounted together in a modern shadowbox frame for display. Dimensions: Vest: 19 in. long. Framed: 43.5 x 23.5 in. Provenance: The estate of Leo “Butch” Schuering, Esq., Sacramento, California. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Overall presentation is very good, with expected wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $525 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). The frame may be dismantled and the individual components shipped separately for $65 plus 1.5% insurance.

61


Lot Number 52

Three California Placer Gold Nuggets, 104.20 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Group of three natural placer gold nuggets exhibiting attractive irregular water-worn forms with remnants of natural iron oxide matrix. Combined weight 2.35 Troy oz. XRF analysis indicates gold fineness ranging approximately from 14 to 21 karat. By oral tradition, the nuggets were discovered in California. Provenance: A prominent Sacramento family. By oral tradition, the nuggets were discovered in California. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

62


Lot Number 53

Natural Gold Nugget Link Bracelet, 34.4 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Bracelet composed of polished natural gold nuggets joined as articulated links and fitted with a lobster clasp. Each nugget retains its irregular, naturally formed character, creating a distinctive organic design. XRF analysis confirms the gold to be approximately 22 karats. The bracelet measures 7 inches in length and has a total weight of 34.4 grams. Dimensions: 7 in. long. Weight: 34.4 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Overall very good condition with light wear consistent with occasional use. The articulated links move freely, and the clasp functions properly. No significant damage or repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

63


Lot Number 54

Charles Christian Nahl & Britton & Rey, Committee of Vigilance of San Francisco Membership Certificate Issued to Joseph Hug, 1856 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original lithographed membership certificate issued by the Committee of Vigilance of San Francisco to Joseph Hug, certifying his service in the Committee’s Sixteenth Division following its reorganization in 1856. Designed by renowned California artist Charles Christian Nahl and printed by the celebrated San Francisco lithographic firm Britton & Rey, the certificate bears the printed date of June 2, 1856 and retains its original embossed Committee seal. Founded in 1856 amid political corruption, organized crime, and ineffective law enforcement, San Francisco’s Committee of Vigilance united merchants, property owners, and civic leaders determined to restore public order. Although its methods remain the subject of historical debate, its positive influence on the city’s early civic development and commercial growth is undeniable. Research identifies Joseph Hug as a native of Baden, Germany, who emigrated to the United States about 1850 and settled in San Francisco by 1854. Listed in Colville’s 1856–1857 San Francisco Directory as the proprietor of a saloon, he became a naturalized United States citizen in 1856 and later worked as a real estate investor and agent. Accompanied by a family photograph identified as Joseph Hug and supporting genealogical research, this lot presents a well-documented connection to one of the defining episodes in California’s early history. Dimensions: Sight 19.25 x 14.75 in.; framed 27 x 21.75 in. Provenance: By direct family descent from the recipient, Joseph Hug, through four generations to the present owner, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Visible overall toning, scattered foxing and staining, handling creases, and several vertical paper creases, most evident in the upper margin. The embossed Committee seal remains well defined. Housed under glass in a later gilt frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

64


Lot Number 55

San Francisco Police Sterling Silver Star Badge No. 976, Dated November 1, 1921 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Early 20th-century San Francisco Police seven-point star badge in sterling silver, numbered 976. The face displays black enameled lettering reading “SAN FRANCISCO POLICE” surrounding the centrally applied badge number. The reverse is maker-marked “IRVINE & JACHENS / 1027 / MARKET ST. S.F.”, stamped “STERLING,” and bears the impressed date “11 1 21,” indicating issue or manufacture on November 1, 1921. Irvine & Jachens was among San Francisco’s premier manufacturers of police badges, insignia, and civic emblems during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, producing badges for municipal departments throughout California and the West. Dimensions: 2.75 in. diameter. Weight approx.: 1.35 troy oz. Provenance: The Estate of Walter Redling, Encino, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with an attractive, untouched patina and light surface wear consistent with age and service. Black enameled lettering remains largely intact. Reverse retains crisp maker’s marks, sterling stamp, and impressed date. Pinback and catch function properly. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

65


Lot Number 56

Sterling Silver & 14K Gold Domed Star Badge, Sergeant No. 987, San Francisco Police Department, Early 20th Century Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Early 20th-century domed six-point San Francisco Police Department Sergeant’s badge, numbered 987. The face displays deep blue enameled lettering reading “SERGEANT” and “S.F. POLICE,” surrounding the applied 14K gold badge number. The star features finely hand-engraved foliate scrollwork throughout and a pronounced domed profile measuring approximately one-half inch in height, characteristic of high-grade Western law enforcement badges of the period. The reverse bears the maker’s mark of Irvine & Jachens, one of San Francisco’s foremost manufacturers of police badges, insignia, and civic emblems during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and is stamped “STERLING 14K.” The reverse also retains its original old-style hook and catch pinback assembly. As a Sergeant’s badge, this example would have identified a supervisory officer within one of the nation’s most historically significant municipal police departments. Dimensions: 3 in. diameter. Weight approx.: 47 grams (1.51 troy oz.). Dome height approx.: 0.5 in. Provenance: The Estate of Walter Redling, Encino, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with an attractive, untouched patina and light surface wear consistent with age and service. Deep blue enameled lettering remains vibrant with only minor wear. Applied 14K gold badge numerals remain intact. Reverse retains crisp maker’s marks, STERLING 14K stamp, and the original hook and catch pinback assembly. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

66


Lot Number 57

Presentation Gold-in-Quartz and 14K Gold Cane Presented to John F. Taylor, San Francisco, 1869 Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000 An extraordinary California Gold Rush-era presentation cane featuring a richly engraved 14K+ gold-mounted handle inset with numerous polished specimens of natural gold-bearing quartz. The spherical knop is mounted with multiple side-set cabochons displaying visible native gold and surmounted by a large octagonal gold-quartz specimen. Engraved panels read: “Presented to John F. Taylor by his San Francisco Friends,” “May 6th 1869,” and “A Token of Esteem.” The handle is mounted on a finely finished hardwood shaft, likely rosewood. The recipient is believed to be John Franklin Taylor (1815–1901), a California pioneer whose autobiographical reminiscences were preserved by the Society of California Pioneers. Archival records associate Taylor with voyages to the Pacific Coast, Northern California mining activity, and pioneer life during the formative decades of California history. The use of native gold-bearing quartz throughout the cane serves as a direct celebration of California’s mining wealth and pioneer heritage, transforming the object into both a personal testimonial and a symbolic artifact of the Gold Rush era. Presentation canes incorporating multiple side-mounted gold-quartz cabochons are widely regarded among collectors as the finest and most elaborate products of the highly skilled jewelers active in San Francisco during the nineteenth century. Produced in very limited numbers for prominent pioneers, mining men, and civic leaders, these exceptional works combined locally sourced gold-bearing quartz with masterful goldsmithing. Approximately ten examples are believed to survive, placing them among the rarest and most desirable forms of California Gold Rush decorative arts. The cane was discovered by Western Americana specialist Brad Witherell in California in 2001 and subsequently entered the collection of noted cane collector Eddie Van Auken, whose holdings included many of the finest historical and presentation canes assembled in the United States. Dimensions: 36 in. long overall; gold handle approximately 1.75 in. diameter; knop approximately 2.75 in. diameter. Provenance: Believed presented to California pioneer John Franklin Taylor (1815–1901) by his San Francisco friends on May 6, 1869. Discovered by Brad Witherell in California in 2001 and subsequently sold to noted cane collector Eddie Van Auken; thence by descent to the present owner. Condition: Gold mounts test 14K+ by XRF analysis. The cane retains its original gold-quartz specimens, all displaying natural gold inclusions. Minor wear and handling marks consistent with age and careful use. Hardwood shaft with expected age-related surface wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx Air within the continental U.S. for $110 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. 67


Lot Number 58

Gold Rush-Era California Gold Spoon and Vanderslice & Co. San Francisco Gold Shot Glass, 65 grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 An important pair of California Gold Rush-era gold objects comprising a teaspoon testing above 15-karat gold and a Vanderslice & Co., San Francisco shot glass testing above 16-karat gold by XRF analysis. The spoon is marked “…San Francisco,” while the shot glass bears the Vanderslice & Co., San Francisco maker’s mark. Surviving California-made gold domestic wares from the Gold Rush era are among the rarest forms of American decorative arts. Before the widespread availability of Comstock silver, San Francisco jewelers occasionally fashioned luxury tablewares and drinking vessels from native California gold for an affluent clientele. Most were later melted for their intrinsic value, leaving remarkably few survivors. William Keyser Vanderslice (1823–1899), a Philadelphia-trained jeweler who established his San Francisco business in 1858, founded one of the city’s earliest luxury manufacturing firms. Objects bearing the Vanderslice & Co., San Francisco mark reflect the craftsmanship and prosperity of Gold Rush-era California. Dimensions: Spoon: 5.5 in. long; 15 grams; tests above 15-karat gold by XRF analysis. Shot glass: 2 x 2 in.; 50 grams; tests above 16-karat gold by XRF analysis. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Both pieces retain attractive original surfaces with light wear consistent with age and use. The spoon exhibits minor handling wear, while the shot glass displays light surface scratches from use. Both maker’s marks remain clearly legible. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

68


Lot Number 59

14K Gold-Mounted California Gold-in-Quartz Presentation Cane, Late 19th Century Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A California gold-quartz presentation cane featuring a substantial engraved gold handle mounted on a finely finished rosewood shaft. The top is set with a large octagonal polished specimen of natural gold-bearing quartz displaying prominent native gold within a white quartz matrix. Finely engraved foliate ornament decorates the handle, which bears inscriptions believed to read “To L.J.M.L.” and “From L.F.D.”, suggesting the cane was presented as a personal gift. The gold mounts test approximately 15K+ by XRF analysis. Combining California gold-quartz with refined nineteenth-century craftsmanship, the present example reflects the distinctive luxury objects produced by California jewelers during the decades following the Gold Rush. Dimensions: 35.5 in. long overall; handle approximately 1.25 in. diameter; gold-quartz head approximately 2 in. diameter. Provenance: The estate of noted cane collector Eddie Van Auken. An accompanying inventory tag indicates the cane was purchased from Tradewinds Auction in September 2000. Condition: The gold mounts test approximately 15K+ by XRF analysis. The gold-quartz specimen remains intact with visible native gold. Light wear, minor surface scratches, and handling marks consistent with age and use. Rosewood shaft with expected age-related wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

69


Lot Number 60

Important San Francisco Gold-in-Quartz and 14k Rose Gold Pocket Watch Chain with Nugget Locket Fob, Circa 1850–1890 Estimate: $15,000 – $25,000 An important California Gold Rush-era pocket watch chain crafted in 14k rose gold and mounted with alternating polished gold-in-quartz specimens in both white and dark matrix varieties. The substantial double-sided six-link chain features rectangular articulated panels framed with buckle-form overlays, a stylistic motif associated with high-grade San Francisco jewelry of the second half of the nineteenth century. One link incorporates a horseshoe device symbolizing good fortune, reflecting the period fascination with symbolic and talismanic jewelry. Suspended from the chain is a remarkable rotating locket-form fob containing natural placer gold nuggets and crystalline gold specimens beneath convex glass. The fob is further embellished with sculptural lion-head mounts and tubular framing elements, demonstrating the extraordinary level of craftsmanship associated with the finest San Francisco jewelers during the height of California’s mining, railroad, and entrepreneurial prosperity. Gold-in-quartz jewelry was manufactured almost exclusively in California, and pieces of this caliber would have been limited to the very best craftsmen working in San Francisco during the second half of the nineteenth century. Such objects served not only as personal adornment, but as visual declarations of participation in the California Gold Rush and the development of the American West. San Francisco emerged as the center of luxury jewelry production in the western United States during the latter half of the nineteenth century, attracting master jewelers, lapidaries, and goldsmiths from Europe and the eastern United States. Elaborate gold quartz watch chains such as the present example were among the most desirable luxury accessories of the era and remain among the most iconic forms of California jewelry today. Overall Length: approximately 17 in. Weight: approximately 147.4 grams Dimensions: 17in. Provenance: Originally owned by a railroad conductor named Jackson. Descended through the Jackson family and reportedly kept in a safe deposit box for more than seventy years before inheritance by the current owner. Accompanied by a 2024 appraisal from The Estate Watch and Jewelry, Scottsdale, Arizona. Condition: Fine overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Gold quartz panels appear intact throughout. The rotating nugget locket retains both glass covers and displays attractively. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

70


71


Lot Number 61

14K Gold Shreve & Co. Waltham Riverside Presentation Pocket Watch, 119 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 American Waltham Watch Co. 16-size, 17-jewel “Riverside” grade hunting-case pocket watch retailed by the prestigious San Francisco jeweler Shreve & Co. The movement, serial number 10041347, was manufactured in 1900 and represents one of Waltham’s respected higher-grade models, featuring a bridge plate movement with Breguet hairspring and adjustment to position. Housed in a solid 14K gold Wadsworth hunting case, XRF tested and confirmed, the watch weighs 119 grams. The interior cuvette bears a finely engraved presentation inscription reading: “Presented to Thomas C. Carroll as a token of esteem by his fellow employees of the F. E. & P. B. Works, San Francisco, Cal., Dec. 24, 1901.” The reverse of the case is engraved with an elaborate monogram, while the front cover features an engraved elk’s head above the initials “B.P.O.E.,” denoting membership in the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. A historically interesting California presentation watch combining a high-grade Waltham movement with an early twentieth-century San Francisco presentation and direct family provenance. Dimensions: Dial: 40 mm, Case: 51 mm; Weight: 119 grams Provenance: By direct family descent to Thomas C. Carroll III. Condition: Appears complete. Winds but is not currently running. Light wear and surface scratches consistent with age and use. Case engraving remains crisp and well preserved. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

72


Lot Number 62

Shreve & Co. San Francisco Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Hammered Pitcher, 19.48 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Hand-hammered sterling silver pitcher by Shreve & Co., San Francisco, bearing the firm’s distinctive bell hallmark, used during the company’s celebrated Arts & Crafts period, circa 1900–1925. Marked No. 510 with a 4½-pint capacity. The body is engraved with a large script monogram “C.” Founded in San Francisco in 1852, Shreve & Co. became the premier jeweler and silversmith of the American West, serving California’s leading families, businesses, and institutions. Around the turn of the twentieth century the firm began producing its own handcrafted sterling silver, embracing the Arts & Crafts movement’s emphasis on skilled workmanship and restrained elegance. The distinctive bell trademark pays homage to California’s historic Mission bells and identifies the firm’s Arts & Crafts-era production. Dimensions: 9.5 x 7 x 7.5 in. high. Weight: 19.48 troy oz. Provenance: Property from a Palm Springs, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall very good condition with light surface wear and minor scratching consistent with age and use. Crisp hallmark and monogram. No evidence of repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

73


Lot Number 63

Shreve & Co., San Francisco 14K Gold Evening Purse, 104 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A 14K gold evening purse by Shreve & Co., San Francisco, retaining its original carrying chain and fitted interior. The exterior is engraved with an elaborate script monogram, while the clasp is set with a cabochon sapphire thumbpiece. Founded in 1852, Shreve & Co. became one of California’s foremost jewelers and luxury retailers, renowned for its fine jewelry, silver, and decorative arts. Marked Shreve & Co. and 14K. XRF analysis confirms the gold content. Dimensions: 2.75 x 0.5 x 3.75 in. Weight: 104 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Marked 14K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

74


Lot Number 64

Shreve & Co., San Francisco 14K Gold Cigarette Case, 71 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A 14K gold cigarette case by Shreve & Co., San Francisco, presented by the China Mutual Life Insurance Company Ltd., Shanghai, to George Mooser in recognition of insurance business written in Shanghai between January 1, 1904, and January 1, 1905, totaling Taels 1,120,750.00. Founded in 1852, Shreve & Co. became one of California’s foremost jewelers and luxury retailers, renowned for its fine jewelry, silver, and decorative arts. The case retains its original 14K gold cigarette retainer, bears a cabochon jade thumbpiece, and is marked Shreve & Co. and 14K. XRF analysis confirms the gold content. Dimensions: 2.5 x 0.5 x 3.25 in. Weight: 71 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Marked 14K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

75


Lot Number 65

J.H. Cutter Whisky Embossed Tin Lithograph Sign Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original embossed tin lithographed advertising sign for J.H. Cutter Whisky, distributed by A.P. Hotaling & Co., San Francisco, one of California’s foremost wholesale wine and spirits merchants during the late nineteenth century. Founded by Anson P. Hotaling, the firm supplied saloons and merchants throughout the American West. Following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire, the company’s warehouse famously survived, giving rise to the well-known verse: “If, as they say, God spanked the town for being over frisky, why did He burn the churches down and save Hotaling’s whiskey?” The sign advertises J.H. Cutter No. 1 Old Bourbon, a Kentucky bourbon distilled by C.P. Moorman of Louisville and bottled for the California market by A.P. Hotaling & Co. Produced during the last quarter of the nineteenth century, it is an early embossed tin lithograph, among the first durable forms of commercial color advertising. The lower border bears the imprint of Pacific Sheet Metal Works, San Francisco, identifying the local manufacturer that produced the sign for A.P. Hotaling & Co., reflecting the city’s emergence as a leading center of commercial sign-making in the American West. Dimensions: 13.5 × 9.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. One of the most respected Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was widely recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Embossed tin lithograph retaining strong original color and excellent display appeal. Extensive age-related craquelure to the original finish throughout, with scattered scratches, isolated areas of oxidation, light edge wear, and minor handling marks consistent with age. The reverse retains its original dark painted surface with expected wear from use and storage. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

76


Lot Number 66

A.P. Hotaling & Co. Old Kirk Whiskey Tin Lithograph Sign Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original self-framed tin lithographed advertising sign for Old Kirk Whiskey, issued by A.P. Hotaling & Co., San Francisco, one of California’s foremost wholesale wine and spirits merchants during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring a distinguished gentleman presenting a bottle beneath the slogan “Take This Home” with the advertised price of $1.00, the design reflects the bold, direct marketing that characterized American whiskey advertising prior to Prohibition. The lower border bears the imprint of The American Art Works, Coshocton, Ohio, one of America’s premier commercial lithographers whose products were distributed nationwide during the early twentieth century. Produced for A.P. Hotaling & Co.’s San Francisco trade, the sign illustrates the evolution of whiskey advertising from the embossed tin lithographs of the nineteenth century to the richly printed self-framed tin signs that became fixtures in saloons, hotels, and retail establishments throughout the American West. Dimensions: 19 × 13 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. One of the most respected Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was widely recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: A remarkably well-preserved example retaining bright original lithography with excellent color and display appeal. The self-framed tin retains its original backing board and period hanging cord. Minor scattered surface wear and light handling marks consistent with age, but overall exceptionally clean and original. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 77


Lot Number 67

A.P. Hotaling & Co. Old Kirk Whiskey Naval Lithograph, 1908 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original color lithograph advertising Old Kirk Whiskey, printed in 1908 by Schmidt Lithograph Co., San Francisco, for A.P. Hotaling & Co. Produced to commemorate the Great White Fleet’s celebrated visit to San Francisco that year, the composition depicts a panoramic view of San Francisco Bay crowded with identifiable battleships beneath the slogan, “The Best Navy is under the Stars and Stripes.” An inset features the battleship USS California, while a prominent Old Kirk Whiskey billboard overlooks the bay from Alcatraz Island, blending patriotic imagery with regional commercial advertising. Dimensions: Sight: 19.25 × 13 in. Framed: 27.5 × 21.25 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. One of the most respected Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was widely recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no evidence of restoration. The lithograph does not appear to be laid down and retains its original gold border. Bright, well-preserved colors with a few visible creases. Overall, a very well-preserved example. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

78


Lot Number 68

J.H. Cutter Whiskey Reverse-on-Glass Advertising Sign Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original reverse-painted and gold leaf advertising sign for J.H. Cutter Whiskey, executed with reverse gold leaf Roman serif lettering on a black ground and bearing the name C.P. Moorman & Co. at lower right. Operating in Louisville, Kentucky, from 1866 to 1919, C.P. Moorman & Co. were the proprietors of the J.H. Cutter brand, which developed an important California trade through its long association with A.P. Hotaling & Co., sole Pacific Coast agent. Executed in the classic reverse-on-glass process, the sign reflects the refined bar fixtures supplied to hotels, saloons, and liquor merchants during the pre-Prohibition era. Dimensions: 7 × 12 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. One of the most respected Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was widely recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: The reverse-painted decoration remains bright and well preserved with expected minor wear from age and handling. Appears to retain the original hanging chain. No significant losses to the lettering or decoration are apparent. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

79


Lot Number 69

1906 Ebner Bros. Co. Wine & Liquor Advertisement Calendar Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A scarce Sacramento advertising calendar issued for January 1906 by Ebner Bros. Co., Wholesale Wines and Liquors, Sacramento, California. Printed in color, the advertisement features gilt lettering and decorative medallions promoting Old Colonial Whiskey, including a reference to its annual sales. The original January 1906 calendar tab remains intact, preserving the piece’s intended function as both an advertising display and office calendar. Founded in 1866, Ebner Bros. Co. was among Sacramento’s leading wholesale wine and liquor merchants, operating from 116–118 K Street in Old Sacramento until the advent of Prohibition. Advertising calendars such as this were produced in limited quantities for business customers and were typically discarded after use. Together with the accompanying Sacramento whiskey advertisements offered in this sale, this calendar documents the city’s flourishing pre-Prohibition liquor trade. Dimensions: Image: 19.75 × 15 in. Framed: 28.5 × 23.5 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Retains the original January 1906 calendar tab, along with the original metal hanging strip and lower calendar support. Examination under ultraviolet light indicates a few small edge repairs and a repaired crease above the “Wholesale Wines and Liquors” inscription. Presents well with strong color and an attractive period frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

80


Lot Number 70

1905 George Wissemann Wine & Liquor Advertisement Calendar Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A rare Sacramento advertising calendar issued for January 1905 by George Wissemann, Importer and Wholesale Wine and Liquor Merchant, Sacramento, California. Printed in color by C. W. Girsch of New York, one of the era’s prominent publishers of advertising calendars, the calendar retains its original January 1905 calendar tab and promotes Wissemann’s proprietary Old Bourbon “A.A.” and “A.A.A.” whiskey brands. German immigrant George Wissemann (1857–1909) arrived in Sacramento in 1880 and rose from bartender to become one of the city’s leading wholesale wine and liquor merchants. Operating from 1108–1110 Third Street, he built a successful enterprise supplying wines, spirits, and Pabst Beer throughout Northern California and Nevada. The Old Bourbon “A.A.” and “A.A.A.” labels advertised here appear to have been proprietary brands marketed through his wholesale house and are seldom encountered today. Believed to be among the only surviving examples, this calendar preserves an important record of one of Sacramento’s most prominent pre-Prohibition liquor merchants. Dimensions: Image: 29.75 × 15.75 in. Framed: 32.75 × 18.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration. Retains the original January 1905 calendar tab and original metal hanging strip. The calendar exhibits expected edge wear and a few creases along the upper margin. Presents well in an attractive period frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

81


Lot Number 71

1906 George Wissemann Wine & Liquor Advertisement Calendar Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A rare Sacramento advertising calendar issued for January 1906 by George Wissemann, Wine & Liquor Merchant, Importer and Wholesaler, Sacramento, California. Printed in color, the calendar features a portrait by Angelo Asti (1847–1903), the Italian-born painter whose idealized female subjects were widely reproduced on premium advertising calendars during the early twentieth century. Accompanied by gilt advertising lettering promoting California Favorite Old Bourbon in grades “A,” “AA,” and “AAA,” the calendar retains its original January 1906 calendar tab. Issued one year after the preceding Wissemann calendar, this example reflects the continued use of published artwork and high-quality color lithography to promote Sacramento’s pre-Prohibition liquor trade. Believed to be among the only surviving examples, it preserves an important record of George Wissemann’s wholesale business and the city’s early advertising history. Dimensions: Image: 28.75 × 16.25 in. Framed: 31.5 × 19.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration. Retains the original January 1906 calendar tab. A small puncture is present through the letter “R” in GEORGE at the upper margin, and the calendar exhibits a crease at the lower right corner. Presents well in an attractive period frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

82


Lot Number 72

Reverse-Painted Glass Buffalo O.P.S. Old Bourbon Advertising Sign Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A scarce reverse-painted glass advertising sign promoting Buffalo O.P.S. Old Bourbon, distributed by Geo. E. Dierssen & Co., Sole Agents. George E. Dierssen (1872–1909) entered Sacramento’s liquor trade in 1894, establishing a retail business before expanding into wholesale distribution, where he marketed proprietary whiskey brands including Buffalo Bourbon and Old Private Stock (O.P.S.) Bourbon. Following his death in 1909, the business continued under family ownership for a number of years. Reverse-painted glass signs were among the most expensive forms of commercial advertising produced during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Because of the fragile nature of the reverse-painted decoration, well-preserved survivors are increasingly scarce. Dimensions: Sign: 10 in. diameter Framed: 11.75 in. diameter Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration. The reverse-painted decoration remains well preserved with expected light wear and scattered losses around the outer perimeter, consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

83


Lot Number 73

Buffalo Brewing Co. Bohemian Beer Advertising Charger Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A lithographed tin advertising charger of shallow dished form for Buffalo Brewing Co., Sacramento, California, promoting its flagship Bohemian Beer. Produced by Beach Art Display Co. of Coshocton, Ohio, one of America’s leading manufacturers of premium advertising displays, the charger features an Art Nouveau portrait of a young woman framed by the brewery’s name and the slogan, “That Delicious Beer.” Buffalo Brewing Co. was founded in 1888 by Herman H. Grau, with production beginning in 1890 at its brewery occupying the block bounded by 21st, 22nd, Q, and R Streets in Sacramento, the site later occupied by The Sacramento Bee. In 1897 the company merged with the rival Ruhstaller Brewery to form the Sacramento Brewing Company, though the Buffalo Brewing name remained one of Northern California’s best-known beer brands. The brewery survived Prohibition by producing near beer and ice before resuming brewing after Repeal, remaining in operation until 1945. Advertising displays such as the present charger helped establish Buffalo Brewing’s enduring identity and today rank among the most desirable survivors of Sacramento’s brewing history. Dimensions: 24 in. diameter x 1.75 in. deep Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Appears entirely original with no evidence of restoration. Condition is paramount with Buffalo Brewing chargers, as most surviving examples exhibit significant paint loss, scratches, rust, or restoration. This example retains exceptional original color and gloss with only scattered minor edge nicks, a few light scratches and rubs visible upon close inspection, several small surface marks within the image, and light age-related discoloration to the reverse. Based on its outstanding state of preservation, it is consistent with the finest known surviving examples. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

84


Lot Number 74

Buffalo Brewing Co. Happy Days Beer Tray Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A lithographed tin advertising tray for Buffalo Brewing Co., Sacramento, California, featuring the Happy Days image produced by American Art Works of Coshocton, Ohio, one of the foremost American lithographers of advertising signs and serving trays during the early twentieth century. Preserved by direct family descent within the Sacramento Brewing Company, the present tray is a fresh discovery to the collector market. Examples of this Happy Days tray are seldom encountered and are notably absent from most advanced Buffalo Brewing collections. Its exceptional state of preservation reflects generations of careful family ownership, retaining outstanding original color, gloss, and surface integrity. Dimensions: 13.25 x 10.5 x 1 in. deep Provenance: By direct family descent within the Sacramento Brewing Company to the present heir. Fresh to the collector market. Condition: Appears entirely original with no evidence of restoration. The lithographed surface retains exceptional original color and gloss with only a few scattered, very light surface scratches and minor handling marks visible upon close inspection. There are a few tiny paint nicks and light rubs along the outer rim, most notably at the upper edge and corners, together with minor wear to the black border. The reverse exhibits expected age-related oxidation, scattered scratches, and light storage wear. Overall, an exceptionally well-preserved example whose outstanding condition reflects decades of careful family ownership. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

85


Lot Number 75

1902 Buffalo Brewing Co. New Brew Calendar Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An original 1902 advertising calendar for Buffalo Brewing Co., Sacramento, California, featuring the New Brew image. The portrait is identified within the image as “From Photo. Copyright by Schall, 1900,” and is surrounded by an elaborate gilt Art Nouveau border incorporating the twelve months of 1902 printed directly into the lithograph. Issued as a New Year’s greeting for 1902, the calendar represents one of Buffalo Brewing’s earliest and most ambitious advertising pieces, combining decorative commercial art with a year-long promotional display. Dimensions: Image 22 x 16.75 in.; framed 31 x 25.5 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Examination under ultraviolet light reveals no indication of restoration. Minor handling creases are visible, including several light horizontal creases within the blue background at left of the portrait and a faint vertical crease extending through the lower center of the image. Minor edge wear includes a few small creases and tiny losses along the left margin, with additional light edge wear at the lower right border. The colors remain vibrant with excellent overall presentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

86


Lot Number 76

and is among the most historically significant forms of Sacramento brewery advertising. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A lithographed tin advertising tray for Ruhstaller Brewery, Sacramento, California, depicting the company’s landmark brewery at 12th and Q Streets together with horse-drawn delivery wagons and early motor trucks. Produced by American Art Works of Coshocton, Ohio, one of the nation’s foremost manufacturers of premium advertising displays, the tray promotes Ruhstaller Gilt Edge Lager & Steam Beer beneath the slogan, “Best Beer Brewed.” Captain Frank Ruhstaller (1848–1911), a Swiss immigrant and California pioneer, founded Ruhstaller Brewery in Sacramento in 1881, building it into one of the largest and most influential breweries on the West Coast. Renowned for its modern brewing methods and extensive distribution throughout Northern California, the company merged with Buffalo Brewing in 1897 to form the Sacramento Brewing Company, though the Ruhstaller name remained one of California’s best-known beer brands for decades. The present tray preserves an exceptional period view of the brewery at the height of its success. Dimensions: 13 in. diameter x 1.25 in. deep Provenance: By direct family descent within the Sacramento Brewing Company to the present heir. Preserved within the family since its acquisition, accounting for its remarkable state of preservation. Condition: Appears entirely original with no evidence of restoration. The lithographed surface retains exceptional original color and gloss with only a few faint surface scratches and scattered minor handling marks visible upon close inspection. The gilt outer rim exhibits light wear with a few tiny nicks, rubs, and isolated spots of finish loss, while the green border remains exceptionally clean. The reverse retains its original olive-green finish with only light storage wear and a few scattered scratches. Remarkably well preserved for a commercially produced serving tray intended for everyday use, its outstanding state of preservation reflects generations of careful family ownership. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

87


Lot Number 77

Embossed Lithograph “She Drinks” Cook’s Water Advertisement Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An embossed lithographed advertising sign for Cook’s Water, a premium natural mineral water marketed in Sacramento during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. From its bottling and distribution works at 625 Third Street in Sacramento, the company supplied hotels, restaurants, druggists, and saloons throughout Northern California, promoting the purity and health benefits of its spring water. Preserved in an outstanding original state, this embossed lithograph is an exceptional surviving example of early Sacramento advertising. Dimensions: Sight: 23.25 x 11.25 in. Framed: 25.5 x 13.25 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined out of frame. Preserved in an outstanding original state, the embossed lithograph retains exceptionally strong color, crisp embossing, and excellent overall visual appeal. It appears untrimmed and retains its original hanging hole at the upper center, consistent with its intended display. No significant tears, staining, or evidence of restoration are apparent. Minor age-related handling wear and a few light surface abrasions are visible only upon close inspection. Housed in a later gilt frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

88


Lot Number 78

1910 Chancellor Cigar Advertising Lithograph Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An original 1910 lithographed advertising sign for Chancellor Cigars, bearing the slogan “The Cigar of Quality.” The image reproduces an original artwork by celebrated American illustrator Frank H. Desch (1873–1934), whose refined portraits of fashionable women became widely used in early twentieth-century advertising. Printed and copyrighted in 1910 by the American Cigar Company, the piece remains housed in its original retailer’s display frame with “Chancellor Cigar” stenciled across the lower rail. Founded in 1901 through the consolidation of numerous regional manufacturers under financier James B. Duke, the American Cigar Company became the largest cigar producer in the United States and one of the nation’s leading tobacco firms. Chancellor was promoted as one of the company’s premium cigar brands, with advertisements such as this displayed in tobacconists, hotels, and saloons throughout the country. Dimensions: 36.5 x 19.25 in.; framed 41 x 24 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Retained in its original “Chancellor Cigar” marked wooden advertising frame. Not examined outside of the frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration. The lithograph retains outstanding original color and surface quality with only minor wear to the frame from age and handling. An exceptional original example in a state of preservation seldom encountered for a commercially displayed advertising sign. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

89


Lot Number 79

Early 20th Century Murray & Lanman’s Florida Water Advertising Lithograph Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An original early twentieth-century lithographed advertising sign for Murray & Lanman’s Florida Water, prominently featuring the slogan “The Universal Perfume.” Intended for display in pharmacies, druggists, and general mercantile establishments, it exemplifies the refined commercial art of the golden age of American advertising. Introduced in New York City in 1808 by perfumer Robert I. Murray, Florida Water ranks among America’s oldest continuously marketed fragrances. Following David T. Lanman’s entry into the firm in 1835, the business became Murray & Lanman and later reorganized as Lanman & Kemp in 1861. The name “Florida Water” was adopted as a marketing reference to the romanticized legend of Juan Ponce de León’s search for the Fountain of Youth, evoking freshness, rejuvenation, and exoticism rather than the product’s place of origin. Inspired by the classic European eau de Cologne, Florida Water achieved worldwide popularity and remains in production today under its original trademark. We were unable to locate another example of this advertising design during the course of our research. Dimensions: 26.75 x 13 in.; framed 30.75 x 17 in. Provenance: The Estate of Mike Dolcini (1946–2012), Sacramento, California. Widely regarded as one of the foremost Western bottle collectors and excavators of his generation, Dolcini was recognized for his expertise in California Gold Rush-era bottles, Western bitters, and nineteenth-century glass. Over several decades, he also assembled a carefully curated collection of Western advertising with a particular emphasis on Sacramento history. Condition: Not examined outside of the frame. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration. Approximately nine light creases are visible under close examination, together with a liquid stain in the lower left quadrant extending into the figure’s gown. Despite these imperfections, the sign displays exceptionally well with strong color and visual appeal. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

90


Lot Number 80

Paul Pletka (b. 1946) Monochrome Charcoal, The Chanters Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original monochrome charcoal drawing by acclaimed American Western artist Paul Pletka (American, b. 1946), depicting three Native American chanters rendered in the artist’s expressive, gestural style. The composition is identifiable as The Chanters, the original monochrome reproduced in the June 1975 issue of Arizona Highways, where it accompanied an article highlighting Pletka’s work and the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico. Included with the lot are the June 1975 issue of Arizona Highways illustrating the published work, a preliminary pencil sketch, and the artist’s handwritten note reading, “Sketch & Show Catalog enclosed,” preserved on the reverse. Executed early in Pletka’s career, the drawing captures the spontaneity and emotional intensity that became hallmarks of his celebrated portrayals of Native American subjects. Dimensions: 14.75 x 18.75 in., framed 17.25 x 21.25 in. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, acquired in 1975 and retained by the collector until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition. Housed under glass in a contemporary frame. Accompanied by the June 1975 Arizona Highways magazine, preliminary pencil sketch, and original handwritten note. Not examined out of frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

91


Lot Number 81

Frank Tenney Johnson (1874–1939) Cowboy and Horse, 1917 Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000 Signed and dated oil on canvas depicting a mounted cowboy on horseback. Executed in 1917, the work captures a quiet moment of Western life, a subject that remained central to Johnson’s career. Among the foremost painters of the American West, Johnson studied at the Art Students League of New York under Robert Henri and William Merritt Chase before traveling throughout the West on assignment for Field & Stream magazine and later illustrating the novels of Zane Grey. Painted during the years in which his reputation as a Western artist was firmly established, Cowboy and Horse reflects Johnson’s authentic portrayal of Western life and helped define the enduring image of the American cowboy in early twentieth-century art. The reverse bears period inscriptions identifying the artist, title, dimensions, and date, together with an original Salmagundi Club auction label. Accompanying correspondence exchanged in 1983 between the owner, Peter H. Hassrick, Director of the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, and Lois Ash, a relative of the artist, confirms that these materials are consistent with Johnson’s documented sales history and provides important supporting evidence for the painting’s authenticity. Also included is the original Cowie Galleries sales receipt dated February 13, 1951, documenting its purchase as Cowboy & Horse. Dimensions: 16 x 12 in.; framed 23.25 x 19.25 in. Provenance: Sold through the Salmagundi Club, New York. Purchased from Cowie Galleries, Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles, by Mrs. Lucy B. Adams on February 13, 1951, and thence by direct family descent to the present heir. Accompanied by the original Cowie Galleries sales receipt, 1983 correspondence relating to the painting’s history and authenticity, and Balboa Art Conservation Center conservation records dated 1996. Now being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Professionally conserved by the Balboa Art Conservation Center, San Diego, in 1996. Treatment included consolidation of raised cracking, removal of surface grime and discolored varnish, reduction of minor planar distortions, application of a new protective varnish, installation of an archival backing, and conservation of the period frame, including consolidation of minor gesso losses, cleaning, and inpainting. Presents well following conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

92


Lot Number 82

Gary Ernest Smith (b. 1924), Maynard Dixon Bronze Sculpture Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Patinated bronze sculpture depicting celebrated Western painter Maynard Dixon (1875–1946) by Utah artist Gary Ernest Smith (b. 1924). The standing full-length portrait captures Dixon in his characteristic broadbrimmed hat and informal attire, reflecting the rugged independence that defined both the artist and the American West he so memorably portrayed. Signed in the bronze “Gary Ernest Smith,” copyright marked, and numbered 9/30. Gary Ernest Smith is an accomplished Western artist whose work encompasses both painting and sculpture. Best known for his luminous landscapes and figurative works inspired by the American West, Smith’s bronzes are issued in limited editions and are represented in numerous private and institutional collections. This editioned sculpture pays tribute to Maynard Dixon, one of the most influential painters of the American West, whose depictions of the Southwest and California helped shape the visual identity of Western art in the twentieth century. Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 23 in. Weight: 24 lbs. Provenance: Deaccessioned from the collection of a Sacramento, California art collector. Condition: Overall good condition with an attractive dark brown patina showing light surface wear consistent with age and handling. Mounted on a hardwood plinth. Signed in the bronze, copyright marked, and editioned 9/30. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $145 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

93


Lot Number 83

Joseph Henry Sharp (1859–1953), 2A Ranch, Near Parkman, Wyoming – Big Horn Mountains Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 A Wyoming winter landscape by Joseph Henry Sharp, one of the founding members of the Taos Society of Artists and among the foremost painters of the American West. Executed in oil on paperboard and signed lower right, the work depicts the snow-covered meadows and cottonwoods of the 2A Ranch near Parkman, Wyoming, with the Big Horn Mountains rising beyond. The reverse is inscribed in the artist’s hand, “2A Ranch near Parkman, Wyoming – Big Horn Mts.,” and bears a presentation inscription reading, “Compliments of J.H. Sharp.” The 2A Ranch occupied a special place in Sharp’s career. Beginning with his first visit in 1907, he made regular trips to the ranch near Parkman, Wyoming, at the eastern foot of the Big Horn Mountains overlooking the Little Bighorn River valley, at the invitation of his former Cincinnati art student, Fra Dinwiddie Dana, who had settled there with her husband, rancher Edwin L. Dana. Paintings from the 2A Ranch became a recurring subject in Sharp’s exhibitions over the following decade and are today represented in major institutional collections, including the Stark Museum of Art and the Montana Museum of Art & Culture. Dimensions: 6 x 9 in.; framed: 16.75 x 18.75 in. Provenance: Private Sacramento, California art collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Examined out of the frame. No apparent restoration or conservation observed under ultraviolet light. The paint surface is bright, clean, and well preserved, with no condition issues noted during examination. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

94


Lot Number 84

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Fisher Folks, Pyramid Lake, Nevada, 1933 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on board by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right. The reverse is inscribed “Fisher Folks – Pyramid Lake, Nevada, 1933” and bears a George Demont Otis Estate stamp. “Fisher Folks” was a common expression during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, equivalent to the modern term fisherfolk, referring to the people and communities whose lives and livelihoods centered on fishing. Located northeast of Reno within the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation, Pyramid Lake is one of the oldest lakes in North America and among the most iconic landscapes of the Great Basin. For centuries the lake sustained the Northern Paiute people through its abundant fishery, particularly Lahontan cutthroat trout and the endemic cui-ui sucker, while later supporting an important commercial fishing industry. As Nevada remained sparsely populated during the early twentieth century, plein air paintings depicting the state’s distinctive landscapes were produced in comparatively small numbers. This 1933 view represents an uncommon example of Otis’s work beyond California. Dimensions: Board: 9 x 12 in. Frame: 12.75 x 15.75 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to be in fine original condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

95


Lot Number 85

Gregory Kondos (1923–2021), Spider Rock, Canyon de Chelly, 1999 Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 Oil on canvas depicting Spider Rock in Canyon de Chelly, Arizona, rendered in Kondos’ bold, modernist palette and structured brushwork. The composition centers the vertical rock formation against simplified canyon planes, using bold passages of blues, ochres, and greens to convey monumentality and atmosphere, distilled into Kondos’ characteristic painterly forms. Gregory Kondos, a Sacramento-based painter and longtime professor at California State University, Sacramento, is regarded as one of California’s leading postwar landscape artists. Influenced by early California modernists and Bay Area Figurative painters, his work bridges representation and abstraction. His landscapes of California and the American Southwest are widely collected and held in institutions including the Crocker Art Museum. Signed and dated lower right: “G. Kondos 1999.” Titled, dated, and inscribed verso. Dimensions: 24 x 20 in. Frame: 25.25 x 21 in. Provenance: Private collection, Sacramento, CA Condition: Presents in excellent condition. No indication of restoration or conservation observed under ultraviolet light. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

96


Lot Number 86

William Rickarby Miller (1818–1893) Road Scene – Butternut Trees, Paterson, New Jersey, 1874 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A watercolor and gouache on paper by William Rickarby Miller (American, born England, 1818–1893), signed and dated lower right, W.R. Miller, 1874. The composition depicts travelers along a wooded country road beneath mature butternut trees, with distant hills and expansive summer clouds rendered in Miller’s characteristic luminous palette and careful naturalistic detail. Born in Staindrop, County Durham, England, Miller immigrated to the United States in 1845 and established himself as one of the foremost American watercolorists of the nineteenth century. He exhibited at the National Academy of Design and earned recognition through the American Art-Union for his finely observed landscapes of New York and the northeastern United States. Although associated with the landscapes of the Hudson River School, Miller’s work is distinguished by its intimate scale, meticulous detail, and quiet narrative quality. A period handwritten inscription preserved on the reverse identifies the work as Road Scene – Butternut Trees, Patterson, N.J., providing valuable documentary evidence linking the watercolor to a specific New Jersey locale. The inscription was retained during later reframing, and the lot is accompanied by a 2019 conservation invoice from Zukor Art Conservation, Oakland, California, documenting professional cleaning and stabilization. Dimensions: Sight: 15¼ x 24¼ in. Frame: 22 x 31 in. Provenance: Private California art collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Professionally conserved by Zukor Art Conservation in 2019, including surface cleaning and stabilization. The period inscription on the reverse was retained during reframing. Presents well. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

97


Lot Number 87

William Merritt Chase (1849–1916) Poplar Lake [Lakeside Park], circa 1886 Estimate: $20,000 – $40,000 Illustrated as L.52 in Ronald G. Pisano’s catalogue raisonné, William Merritt Chase: Landscapes in Oil, this oil on wood panel depicts a tranquil, tree-lined shoreline reflected across still water. Painted circa 1886, the work belongs to an important group of intimate plein-air studies executed during Chase’s celebrated New York period, when he worked directly from nature in Brooklyn’s parks and waterways. Pisano identifies the painting as Poplar Lake [Lakeside Park], one of a series of landscapes Chase produced while exploring the lakes and wooded vistas of Brooklyn during the mid-1880s. Executed with confident, painterly brushwork and a keen sensitivity to changing light and atmosphere, these small panels embody the immediacy that distinguishes Chase’s finest Impressionist landscapes. Research accompanying the present work further suggests the scene likely depicts the area now known as Lakeside within Prospect Park, Brooklyn, consistent with Chase’s documented series of Prospect Park paintings from the same period. Exhibited by the artist at the Brooklyn Art Club in 1886 and included the following year in the historic Chase Sale, the painting represents a well-documented example from one of the artist’s most productive years. Literature: Ronald G. Pisano, completed by Carolyn K. Lane with a chronology by D. Frederick Baker, The Complete Catalogue of Known and Documented Works by William Merritt Chase, 1849–1916, Vol. III: William Merritt Chase: Landscapes in Oil. Yale University Press, New Haven, 2009. Illustrated as L.52, Poplar Lake [Lakeside Park], p. 29. Exhibited: Brooklyn Art Club, Brooklyn, New York, 1886, No. 100 (lent by the artist). Dimensions: 10.5 x 14 in.; framed 16 x 19.5 in. Provenance: Included in the Chase Sale, 1887, No. 84; Private Collection, New York, circa 1935–1940; by descent; Private Collection, Florida; distinguished private American art collection. Condition: Examination under ultraviolet light reveals scattered areas of fluorescence in the upper sky. It is unclear whether these represent minor inpainting or the natural character of the wood panel. The painting presents well overall. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $85 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 98


Lot Number 88

Warren Sheppard (1858–1937) Moonlit Sailing Vessel Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas marine painting by Warren Sheppard (American, 1858–1937), depicting a single sailing vessel beneath a luminous full moon with its reflection stretching across gently rolling water. Sheppard studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts before continuing his artistic training in Paris under Jean-Léon Gérôme. He became known for his atmospheric coastal and harbor scenes, particularly moonlit marine subjects that found a broad American audience during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: Sight approximately 8 x 10 in.; framed approximately 14 x 16 in. Provenance: Private California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: According to a prior professional condition report, the painting was on its original unlined canvas with minor touches of overpaint at the waterline of the boat and lower sail, and a small area of inpainting in the upper left sky. Recently reframed with a protective dust cover. Signature very faint and difficult to discern. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

99


Lot Number 89

William Rickarby Miller (1818–1893) Moonlight on the Hudson River, Hoboken, N.J., 1892 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An oil on board by William Rickarby Miller (English/American, 1818–1893), signed, dated 1892, and inscribed “N.J.” lower left, depicting a moonlit view of the Hudson River at Hoboken with moored sailing vessels, a solitary figure walking a dog along the shoreline, and the distant skyline beyond. A period handwritten label on the reverse identifies the work as “Moonlight on the Hudson River, Hoboken, N.J.” Born in England, Miller immigrated to the United States in 1845 and established himself as a respected landscape painter, watercolorist, and illustrator. Although he painted many of the same locations as artists of the Hudson River School, his work is distinguished by its intimate scale and careful observation rather than dramatic romanticism. Painted the year before his death, this tranquil moonlit river view reflects the artist’s mature treatment of atmosphere and light. Dimensions: Board 8.13 x 12.13 in.; framed approximately 14 x 18 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Connecticut; Shannon’s Fine Art Auctioneers, Milford, Connecticut, April 26, 2018, Lot 65; private California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Examined under ultraviolet light with no indication of restoration or conservation. Recently reframed with a protective dust cover on the reverse. Signed, dated, and inscribed lower left. A period handwritten title label remains affixed to the reverse. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

100


Lot Number 90

David Johnson (1827–1908) Ramapo, New York, 1874 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An oil on canvas by David Johnson (American, 1827–1908), initialed and dated “DJ 74” lower left and titled Ramapo, New York, 1874. The composition depicts a wooded landscape with exposed rock ledges and varied native trees, reflecting Johnson’s careful observation of the New York countryside. Painted in 1874, the work dates to the artist’s mature period, when he was among the leading landscape painters associated with the Hudson River School. The painting retains labels from Berry-Hill Galleries, New York, long recognized as a leading dealer in nineteenth-century American paintings, and is presented in a custom period-style frame by Eli Wilner & Company. Dimensions: Canvas 14.5 x 12.5 in.; framed 20 x 18 in. Provenance: Berry-Hill Galleries, New York; Doyle Auctions, New York, October 4, 2017, Lot 18; Heritage Auctions, Dallas, May 3, 2019, Lot 68152; private California art collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Examined under ultraviolet light with no indication of restoration or conservation. Minor surface soiling consistent with age. Canvas appears to have been professionally relined. Presented in a custom period-style frame by Eli Wilner & Company. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

101


Lot Number 91

Alexander John Drysdale (1870–1934), Louisiana Bayou Landscape Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Pastel on paper depicting a tranquil Southern bayou at sunset, with still water reflecting a warm sky and moss-draped trees fading into atmospheric distance. A solitary oak anchors the foreground, rendered in Drysdale’s characteristic Tonalist style. Alexander John Drysdale was a New Orleans-based painter closely associated with the Louisiana bayou and coastal landscape. Working primarily in pastel, he developed a distinctive, atmospheric style influenced by Tonalism, emphasizing mood, light, and quiet natural settings over detailed realism. Drysdale’s works are held in major Southern collections and are particularly prized for their poetic evocation of the disappearing rural South in the early 20th century. Signed lower left: “A. J. Drysdale.” Dimensions: 20 x 30 in. Frame: 25.75 x 36 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Mountain View, CA Condition: Appears to be housed in its original frame. No restoration or conservation detected under ultraviolet light. Minor surface toning consistent with age; overall well-preserved. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

102


Lot Number 92

Camillo Adriani (1908–1990), Gloucester Harbor Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas harbor scene by American painter Camillo Adriani (1908–1990), depicting a group of schooners and small craft moored in Gloucester Harbor, Massachusetts. Signed lower right, the painting captures one of New England’s most celebrated working waterfronts, long regarded as a favorite destination for American marine painters. The quiet harbor, reflected rigging, and distinctive fishing vessels recall Gloucester’s importance as one of the nation’s principal commercial fishing ports during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Born in Italy and active in the United States, Adriani became known for his landscapes, snowscapes, and marine paintings. His work is represented in numerous private collections and is appreciated for its confident handling of atmosphere and natural light. Dimensions: Canvas: 24.5 x 30.5 in. Frame: 30 x 36 in. Provenance: By direct family descent through multiple generations, now being deaccessioned by the present Southern California heir. Condition: Appears to retain its original surface with no indication of restoration or conservation under ultraviolet light. Presents well overall and would likely benefit from a professional cleaning. Minor scattered paint losses are present, most notably at the lower right. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

103


Lot Number 93

Virgil Williams (1830–1886), California Bird Hunting Scene, 1873 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Oil on canvas depicting a hunter and pointing dog traversing the dry California foothills, the dog working the rocky foreground while the hunter follows with gun in hand. Signed and dated “73 Cal,” identifying the work as a California subject painted in 1873. The tawny grasses and parched terrain evoke the summer-to-fall conditions characteristic of the Northern California landscape. Painted only four years after completion of the transcontinental railroad and twenty-four years after the discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill, the work presents a compelling glimpse of the California countryside at a time when large areas remained comparatively undeveloped and wildlife was abundant. The hunter and dog are subordinate to the expansive landscape, giving the scene particular resonance as an early depiction of California sporting life. Williams was an important figure in the development of nineteenth-century California art. The following year, in 1874, he became the first director of the newly established California School of Design in San Francisco, where his teaching influenced succeeding generations of painters, including William Keith and Thomas Hill. California landscapes form a relatively limited portion of Williams’s known work, adding interest to this dated early example. Dimensions: 11 x 15 in.; framed 20.5 x 24 in. Provenance: Property from a Serrano Country Club estate, now being deaccessioned by the trust. Condition: Appears to retain its original canvas. Small area of inpainting visible under ultraviolet light to the rocks immediately above the dog’s nose. Small paint loss at upper right corner. Estate condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $85 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

104


Lot Number 94

Norton Bush (1834–1894) California Landscape, 1887 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An oil on canvas California landscape by Norton Bush (American, 1834–1894), signed and dated lower right, N. Bush / 1887. Towering conifers frame a quiet forest creek as morning light filters through the mist, exemplifying Bush’s sensitive treatment of the Sierra Nevada landscape. Born in Rochester, New York, Bush studied under Hudson River School painter Jasper Cropsey before settling in San Francisco in 1853. He became one of California’s earliest professional landscape painters and served as Director of the San Francisco Art Association from 1878 to 1880. During the nineteenth century, painters such as Bush documented the largely untouched landscapes of the expanding American West before photography became widely available, creating lasting records of California’s natural scenery. The painting retains its impressive original period giltwood frame. Of particular significance, the frame’s gesso foundation is constructed of California redwood, a timber indigenous to the narrow coastal redwood belt extending from southwestern Oregon into central California. Its use strongly suggests the frame was produced in California and has likely accompanied the painting since its creation. This painting realized $11,950 (including buyer’s premium) at Heritage Auctions on January 24, 2009. Dimensions: Canvas: 36 x 20 in. Frame: 48.5 x 32.5 in. Weight: 34 lbs. Provenance: Private California collection. Sold, Heritage Auctions, January 24, 2009, Lot 67031. Condition: Appears to be in cleaned original condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no detectable inpainting, restoration, or conservation. Retains its original period giltwood frame, which exhibits repairs, scattered losses, and expected age-related wear. Overall, the painting and frame present well. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

105


Lot Number 95

William Keith (1838–1911), Pastoral Landscape with Shepherd and Flock Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Oil on canvas pastoral landscape by William Keith, depicting a tranquil rural scene at sunset with a shepherd guiding a flock of sheep along a winding path toward a distant homestead. The composition is anchored by a softly glowing horizon, with warm evening light illuminating the fields and subtly silhouetting trees and rolling terrain. The work reflects Keith’s sensitivity to atmosphere and his ability to balance naturalistic detail with tonal harmony. William Keith was one of the leading figures of the California and American landscape tradition in the late 19th century. Born in Scotland and active primarily in San Francisco, Keith became closely associated with the Hudson River School and later the American Tonalist movement. He was deeply influenced by his friendship with naturalist John Muir, whose philosophies on nature and spirituality shaped Keith’s mature work. While Keith is best known for his Yosemite and Sierra Nevada landscapes, he also produced pastoral and European-inspired scenes such as the present work, reflecting his early training and continued engagement with traditional landscape motifs. This painting demonstrates Keith’s transitional style, combining the detailed narrative elements of earlier American landscape painting with the softer tonal qualities that would come to define his later work. The inclusion of figures and livestock adds a narrative dimension, evoking themes of rural life and harmony with nature. Dimensions: 22 x 36in. Provenance: Private Collection, Palo Alto, California Condition: Relined. Examination under black light reveals areas of inpainting to the sky on both the left and right sides, as well as along the bottom edge. There are small areas of paint loss at the lower right and bottom left. Overall, the painting remains stable and presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $525 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 106


Lot Number 96

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Sonoma Coast Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas by noted California Impressionist George Demont Otis (1879–1962), depicting the rugged Sonoma coastline with powerful surf crashing against rocky outcroppings beneath an expansive sky. Executed with broad, confident brushwork and a vibrant palette of blues, greens, and warm earth tones, the composition captures the movement and atmosphere of the Northern California coast that became one of the artist’s most celebrated subjects. Otis studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, Cooper Union, and the National Academy of Design under prominent artists including John F. Carlson and William Merritt Chase before establishing himself as one of California’s leading landscape painters. A dedicated conservationist, he was instrumental in fostering appreciation for California’s natural beauty, and his paintings helped inspire preservation efforts that culminated in the establishment of Point Reyes National Seashore. His works are represented in numerous public and private collections, and he is recognized as an important figure in the development of Western Impressionism. This painting is illustrated in The California Collection (p. 43) and was exhibited at the California State Library, Sacramento (1996–1997), and the Sonoma County Museum, Santa Rosa (1998). Dimensions: Canvas: 28 x 36 in. Frame: 36 x 44 in. Weight: 20 lbs. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection, followed by the Aurel Keck Collection, thence to a private California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to be in original condition as created. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration, inpainting, or conservation. Housed in a contemporary exhibition frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

107


Lot Number 97

George Demont Otis (1879–1962) Verbenas, 1931 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas depicting California’s spring wildflower season, signed and dated lower right, 1931. Inscribed “Verbenas” on the reverse stretcher, the painting portrays a broad inland landscape enlivened by a winding seasonal creek and carpets of native California wild verbena. Blooming from approximately March through June following winter rains, these vibrant displays have long been among the most celebrated features of Southern California’s valleys and desert foothills. George Demont Otis devoted much of his career to recording California’s native landscapes at a time when rapid development was transforming the state. An early advocate for conservation, his paintings helped foster appreciation for California’s natural beauty and contributed to the movement that ultimately led to the preservation of areas such as Point Reyes National Seashore. The painting retains its original redwood stretcher, crafted from a timber native to California’s Pacific coast. Dimensions: Canvas: 22 x 27 in. Frame: 31 x 36 in. Provenance: Private California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to be in fine original condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

108


Lot Number 98

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Eucalyptus in the Arroyo, Pasadena Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right and inscribed on the reverse stretcher, “Eucalyptus in the Arroyo – Pasadena.” Painted with loose, impressionistic brushwork, the composition depicts a stand of eucalyptus trees framing a sunlit arroyo with the San Gabriel Mountains rising in the distance. The identified Pasadena location places the work within one of Southern California’s most celebrated artistic landscapes. During the early twentieth century, the city’s arroyos, eucalyptus groves, and mountain vistas attracted numerous California Impressionists who were drawn to the region’s distinctive light and Mediterranean character. Otis captures these familiar features with a fresh, painterly approach, creating a vibrant view of one of California’s most enduring landscapes. Dimensions: Canvas: 24 x 30 in. Frame: 30 x 36 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to retain its original canvas. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

109


Lot Number 99

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Corte Madera Flats Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on board by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right and titled “Corte Madera Flats” on the reverse, which also bears the George Demont Otis Estate stamp. The composition overlooks the tidal marshes of Corte Madera in Marin County, where winding waterways, open wetlands, and groves of eucalyptus lead the eye toward the hills beyond. A small cluster of hillside homes suggests the early residential development of this now highly sought-after community. Painted with loose, impressionistic brushwork, the work captures the distinctive character of the San Francisco Bay shoreline, a landscape that attracted many California Impressionists during the first half of the twentieth century. Dimensions: Board: 24 x 29.75 in. Frame: 33 x 39 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Painting appears to remain in original, unaltered condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

110


Lot Number 100

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Hallets Creek Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right. The reverse bears the artist’s handwritten inscription “G.D. OTIS” on the canvas, a pencil inscription reading “Hallets Creek” on the stretcher, and the George Demont Otis Estate stamp. The title likely refers to Hallett Creek in Lassen County’s Honey Lake Valley, where members of the Hallet family were among the region’s earliest pioneer settlers after arriving in 1862. The spelling preserved on the stretcher appears to reflect a contemporary local usage of the place name. Otis traveled extensively throughout California and the American West in search of landscape subjects, including frequent painting expeditions into neighboring Nevada. His documented 1932 painting Mt. Lassen, published in George Demont Otis: California Impressionist, confirms that he was working in the Lassen region during this period. The winding creek, rocky bluffs, and broad, semi-arid hills depicted here closely correspond with the landscape of northeastern California, lending further support to the identification of the scene as Hallett Creek in the Honey Lake Valley. Dimensions: Canvas: 24 x 30 in. Frame: 31 x 37 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to retain its original canvas. The painting has likely been cleaned and reframed. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

111


Lot Number 101

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), Across the Valley Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right. Executed in the artist’s characteristic California Impressionist style, the painting depicts a well-composed landscape with a grove of eucalyptus overlooking a broad agricultural valley and distant hills. The reverse bears the artist’s handwritten inscription “G.D. OTIS,” the George Demont Otis Estate stamp, and an exhibition label identifying the painting as Across the Valley. The painting is housed in a quality Vandeuren, Los Angeles frame. Dimensions: Canvas: 24 x 30 in. Frame: 31 x 37 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to retain its original canvas. A label on the reverse indicates the painting was professionally cleaned and finished with an acrylic ester resin varnish. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

112


Lot Number 102

George Demont Otis (1879–1962), End of Summer’s Day Estimate: $1,000 – $250 An oil on canvas by George Demont Otis (1879–1962), signed lower right. Executed in the artist’s characteristic California Impressionist style, the painting depicts a tranquil late-summer landscape with a stand of eucalyptus overlooking open pasture and gently rolling hills. The composition captures the distinctive rural character of Marin and Sonoma Counties, where golden grasslands, native oaks, and eucalyptus groves define much of the North Bay landscape. The reverse bears the handwritten title “End of Summer’s Day.” Dimensions: Canvas: 28 x 36 in. Frame: 35 x 43 in. Provenance: George Demont Otis Estate Collection; George Demont Otis Foundation; Aurel Keck Collection; California private collection; now being deaccessioned. Condition: The painting has been professionally relined and mounted on a modern John Annesley Company replacement stretcher. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed several areas of inpainting, primarily confined to the sky. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $525 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

113


Lot Number 103

Franz A. Bischoff (1864–1929) Carmel Coast Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An oil on panel depicting the rugged Carmel coastline by Franz A. Bischoff (Austrian/American, 1864–1929), signed lower right. During the first quarter of the twentieth century, the Monterey Peninsula emerged as one of America’s most important artistic destinations. Drawn by its crystalline coastal light, rugged granite headlands, and windswept Monterey cypress, artists including William Ritschel, Armin Hansen, Granville Redmond, Guy Rose, Charles Rollo Peters, and Franz Bischoff made repeated painting excursions to Carmel and nearby Point Lobos, helping define what is now recognized as California Impressionism. Painted directly from nature with broad, confident brushwork and a heightened sensitivity to light and atmosphere, this work embodies the ideals of the plein air movement that transformed California landscape painting during the early twentieth century. Rather than striving for photographic precision, artists sought to capture the fleeting effects of changing light and weather, producing works that conveyed both the appearance and spirit of the landscape. Regional landscapes have long served as visual records of place, preserving the scenery and identity of communities as they evolve. Few locations have become more closely identified with California art than Carmel and the Monterey Peninsula, where generations of painters elevated the region from a picturesque coastal village to an enduring artistic icon. More than a century later, these paintings remain highly regarded not only for their aesthetic qualities but also for their enduring association with one of California’s most celebrated cultural landscapes. Dimensions: Panel: 13 x 19 in. Framed: 15.5 x 21.5 in. Provenance: Private Northern California collection, now being deaccessioned by the owner. Acquired approximately thirty years ago, reportedly through a gallery or dealer in Chico, California. Condition: Appears original with no indication of restoration or conservation under ultraviolet light. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 114


Lot Number 104

William Seltzer Rice (1873–1963), Leona Park Maples Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Signed lower left. A finely executed watercolor depicting a tranquil woodland view in Oakland’s Leona Park, one of William Seltzer Rice’s favored East Bay subjects. Rendered with his characteristic mastery of transparent watercolor, the composition captures the graceful rhythm of maple trunks framing a flowing creek, with luminous autumn foliage receding into the distance. Rice was among California’s foremost watercolorists of the early twentieth century and an influential educator at the California School of Arts and Crafts (now California College of the Arts), where he helped establish the East Bay watercolor tradition. His landscapes are celebrated for their sensitive observation of nature, restrained palette, and refined draftsmanship. The reverse retains the original Kerwin Galleries label identifying the work and title, reflecting its placement with one of Northern California’s leading dealers in historic California art. Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.5 in. sight; frame 24.25 x 28.25 in. Provenance: Acquired by the present owner from Kerwin Galleries, Burlingame, California. Original gallery labels retained on the reverse. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition. The watercolor displays strong color and presents well behind glass in a later frame and mat. Not examined out of the frame. Minor wear to the frame consistent with age and handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

115


Lot Number 105

Cornelis Botke (1887–1954), Bodega Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A California village scene by Cornelis Botke, the Dutch-born painter, etcher, and muralist. Executed in oil on board and signed lower right, the composition depicts the historic village of Bodega, Sonoma County, centered on St. Teresa of Ávila Church, one of California’s oldest rural churches. The village later gained international recognition as a principal filming location for Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 classic The Birds. The reverse retains period inscriptions identifying the subject as Bodega. Born in Leeuwarden, Holland, Botke immigrated to the United States in 1906, studying at the Art Institute of Chicago before relocating to Carmel in 1919. He later established a studio near Santa Paula, California, where he and his wife, artist Jessie Arms Botke, became prominent figures in the state’s artistic community. Botke exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, while his murals remain in the Kellogg Company headquarters in Battle Creek, Michigan, and Ida Noyes Hall at the University of Chicago. Dimensions: 13 x 20 in.; framed: 22 x 29 in. Provenance: Gifted to the present owner. Private Roseville, California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to remain in its original, unaltered condition, with no indication of restoration or conservation evident under ultraviolet light. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

116


Lot Number 106

Thomas Kinkade (1958–2012), First Snow, 1982 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Oil on board painting by Thomas Kinkade, depicting a quiet winter landscape with a Native American encampment set within a snow-covered forest. Executed in 1982, this work represents an early example of Kinkade’s career, prior to his widespread commercial success, and reflects a more painterly and subdued tonal approach influenced by traditional American landscape painting. Signed and dated “Kinkade 1982” lower right, the painting demonstrates the artist’s early exploration of light, mood, and narrative composition—elements that would later define his mature style as the “Painter of Light.” The verso retains the original backing with a label reading “Copyright 1982 Thomas Kinkade – All Reproduction Rights Reserved by the Artist” and the handwritten title “The First Snow”, further supporting the dating and authenticity of the work. Dimensions: 14 in. (H) x 18 in. (W). Frame: 23 1/4 in. x 27 in. Provenance: Private collection, Carson City, Nevada. Condition: The painting presents in its original state with no signs of restoration or conservation. Surface appears stable and well preserved. The original backing and frame are intact. The work displays well overall. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

117


Lot Number 107

Helen Thomas Dranga (1906–1940), Beach Near Hilo, Oil on Panel Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Signed lower left “H. T. Dranga,” this Hawaiian coastal landscape, painted near the artist’s home in Hilo, captures the quiet beauty of Hawaii’s eastern shoreline before the transformation brought by modern tourism. Framed by mature ironwood and banyan trees opening onto the Pacific beyond, the composition exemplifies Dranga’s firsthand documentation of the islands’ natural environment during the first half of the twentieth century. The reverse bears the handwritten title ”Beach Near Hilo” together with the original gallery price notation of ”$50.” Born in Oxford, England, Helen Thomas Dranga (1906–1940) relocated to Hawaii at the turn of the twentieth century and lived in Hilo, where she spent much of her career painting the island’s distinctive landscapes. A member of the Hawaiian Society of Artists, her work is represented in the collections of the Honolulu Museum of Art and the Lyman Museum. Dranga is recognized today as one of the important early female painters of Hawaii, documenting the islands before the advent of large-scale tourism. Her paintings preserve the character of old Hawaii through firsthand observations of its natural coastline, tropical vegetation, and quiet island life. Dimensions: Panel: 11.75 x 9.75 in. Framed: 15.5 x 13.5 in. Provenance: Single-owner Southern California collection, retained by the owner until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to remain in original, untouched condition with no apparent restoration or inpainting visible under ultraviolet light. Likely housed in its original period frame. Light surface wear and minor age-related handling consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 118


Lot Number 108

Peter Hayward (1905–1993), Hawaiian Landscape, 1978 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Peter Hayward (American/Hawaii, 1905–1993), Hawaiian rural landscape, oil on canvas, signed “Peter Hayward” lower left and dated February 25, 1978 on the stretcher verso. The composition depicts a dirt road winding through dense tropical vegetation toward distant mountains, with small figures and chickens animating the foreground. Executed with Hayward’s characteristic vigorous palette-knife technique, with heavily worked passages of impasto defining the palms, foliage, road and brilliant Hawaiian sky. Hayward specialized in the landscapes, seascapes and urban scenes of Hawaii and became particularly recognized for his ability to describe the islands’ varied tropical vegetation and topography through richly textured oil paint. He spent many of his later years working from a beachfront studio at Punalu‘u on O‘ahu. Dimensions: 20 x 16 in. canvas; 27 1/4 x 23 1/4 in. framed. Provenance: Property from a Sacramento, California revocable trust, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition. Surface retains strong color and substantial original impasto. Minor age-appropriate surface and frame wear. Not examined out of frame. No indication of restoration or conservation under ultraviolet light. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $110 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

119


Lot Number 109

Gregory Kondos (1923–2021), Newport Beach, Oil on Canvas Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Signed lower right and dated 2005, this atmospheric coastal landscape depicts Newport Beach in Gregory Kondos’ celebrated impressionistic style. Sweeping passages of luminous blue are balanced by restrained accents of violet, green, and red, creating a tranquil composition that emphasizes light, atmosphere, and the expansive California coastline. The reverse is inscribed “Newport Beach / Seascape” and dated 2004, documenting the subject and likely the painting’s initial conception prior to completion. Gregory Kondos was among California’s most respected landscape painters and served for decades as professor of art at California State University, Sacramento. His work is represented in numerous museum, corporate, and private collections throughout the West and remains highly sought after for its distinctive interpretation of California’s landscape. Dimensions: Canvas: 20 x 16 in. Framed: 21.5 x 17.5 in. Provenance: Single-owner Southern California collection, acquired by the owner directly from the artist and retained until the present deaccession. Condition: Scattered paint loss and areas of craquelure, most notably within the sky and lower foreground, with minor associated surface abrasions. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

120


Lot Number 110

Alexander Dzigurski II (b. 1968), Monterey Coast at Sunset Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An oil on canvas by Alexander Dzigurski II (American, b. 1968), signed lower right, depicting waves breaking along the Monterey coastline beneath a dramatic sunset sky. The artist is particularly recognized for his ability to capture the movement of Pacific surf and the effects of changing coastal light. Born in Atherton, California, Dzigurski is the son of celebrated landscape painter Alexander Dzigurski. He studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago before continuing his artistic training in California under his father. Dimensions: Canvas: 24 x 36 in. Frame: 34 x 46 in. Weight: 17 lbs. Provenance: Acquired by the present owner from Renaissance Galleries, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Appears to be in gallery presentation condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $525 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

121


Lot Number 111

Maija Peeples-Bright (Latvian/American, b. 1942) Glad You’re Here, 1991 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Signed and dated acrylic on canvas, titled Glad You’re Here on the reverse. Painted in 1991, this vibrant composition exemplifies Maija Peeples-Bright’s exuberant visual language, dividing the canvas into distinct fields populated by her characteristic “beasties,” flowering forms, and animated zebra motifs rendered in richly textured impasto. Brilliant color, playful imagery, and densely layered surfaces reflect the inventive spirit of Northern California’s Funk Art movement, where humor, imagination, and expressive surface took precedence over traditional representation. Born in Riga, Latvia, Peeples-Bright immigrated to California as a child and earned her MFA from the University of California, Davis, studying under Robert Arneson, Wayne Thiebaud, and William T. Wiley. She became one of the central artists associated with Adeliza McHugh’s influential Candy Store Gallery in Folsom, joining Robert Arneson, Roy De Forest, David Gilhooly, and Peter VandenBerge in the celebrated “Candy Store Bunch.” Today her work is represented in the collections of the Crocker Art Museum, Manetti Shrem Museum of Art, UC Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, Minneapolis Institute of Art, Cincinnati Art Museum, and other institutions, and has recently been featured in major museum exhibitions including The Candy Store: Funk, Art, and Other Art with a Kick at the Crocker Art Museum and the 2026 retrospective Life is Just a Bowl of Terriers at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art. Dimensions: Canvas: 24 x 30 in. Framed: 24.5 x 30.5 in. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento art collection, acquired from Adeliza McHugh at the Candy Store Gallery, Folsom, California, in 1991. Condition: Appears to retain its original surface. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. The painting exhibits accumulated surface soiling and would likely benefit from professional cleaning. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

122


Lot Number 112

Maija Peeples-Bright (Latvian/American, b. 1942) Rhealy Good, 1991 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Signed and dated acrylic on canvas, titled Rhealy Good on the reverse. Painted in 1991, this intimate composition demonstrates Maija Peeples-Bright’s remarkable ability to distill her exuberant visual language into a smaller format without sacrificing complexity or energy. Individual passages teem with stylized birds, zebras, floral motifs, and the artist’s whimsical “beasties,” each contained within boldly defined color fields enriched by her characteristic impasto. The result is a lively mosaic of pattern and texture that rewards close examination, with new details emerging throughout the composition. Created during the same period as the preceding lot, Rhealy Good reflects the mature style that established Peeples-Bright as one of the defining voices of Northern California’s Funk Art movement. Acquired from Adeliza McHugh’s influential Candy Store Gallery in 1991, the painting dates from a pivotal period in the artist’s career, when her distinctive imagery and richly textured surfaces had become fully realized. In the years since, Peeples-Bright’s work has attracted increasing attention from both museums and private collectors. As important works have become increasingly scarce, sustained collector demand has driven a dramatic reassessment of her market, establishing her among the strongest-performing artists associated with the Sacramento and UC Davis school. Dimensions: Canvas: 9 x 12 in. Framed: 9.5 x 12.5 in. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento art collection, acquired from Adeliza McHugh at the Candy Store Gallery, Folsom, California, in 1991. Condition: Appears to retain its original surface and presents in near-perfect condition. Examination under ultraviolet light revealed no indication of restoration or conservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

123


Lot Number 113

Gregory Kondos (1923–2021), Lake Tahoe, 1986 Estimate: $50,000 – $100,000 Oil on canvas depicting Lake Tahoe beneath an expansive field of Kondos blue, with the distant Sierra shoreline reduced to bold horizontal bands and a solitary sailboat punctuating the still water. Signed and dated “G. Kondos 1986” lower right; titled, signed, and dated on the reverse. Painted in 1986, this exhibition-scale work depicts the view from the deck of the commissioning family’s Beach Drive residence in Tahoe Keys. During a visit to Lake Tahoe, Gregory Kondos photographed the scene before returning to his Sacramento studio, where he transformed it into this monumental composition. Executed during a decade widely regarded as among the strongest of the artist’s career, the painting embodies the qualities collectors most admire in Kondos’s work: luminous “Kondos blue,” simplified forms, bold horizontal structure, and a restrained modern aesthetic that distills the landscape to its essential elements. Lake Tahoe ranks among Kondos’s most sought-after subjects, alongside the Sacramento River, the Delta, and Yosemite. The commissioning family also owned Twin Pines, the celebrated Julia Morgan-designed Lake Tahoe estate, reflecting a long association with the region. Retained by the original family since its completion and offered publicly for the first time, this painting represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fresh-to-market work with documented history. Demand for important paintings from Kondos’s mature period has remained exceptionally strong, highlighted by Witherell’s record-setting 2022 sale of Kondos’s 1989 Levee House for $157,300, underscoring continued collector appreciation for major works from this defining period of his career. Dimensions: 36 x 48 in.; framed 37.5 x 49.5 in. Provenance: Commissioned directly from Gregory Kondos in 1986 for a prominent Sacramento developer and banker. Retained by the original commissioning family since its completion and offered publicly for the first time. Condition: The painting remains untouched and unaltered since its creation and retains its original surface. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Due to the size of this lot, in-house shipping is unavailable. We recommend Delbert McCrea for blanket-wrap transportation throughout California (831-566-6088) or CCC Transport for nationwide blanket-wrap transportation (920-450-5027). Please contact the carrier directly for shipping arrangements and quotations. 124


Lot Number 114

Attributed to Guido Reni (1575–1642), Neptune After Michelangelo Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Pen and brown ink on laid paper depicting Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, seated with his trident and rendered with the powerful anatomy and heroic scale associated with Michelangelo’s influence on the Bolognese tradition. The sheet is covered by an extensive early grid, indicating that the composition was prepared for transfer or enlargement. The drawing is accompanied by a handwritten letter dated May 1950 from Dr. Franz Kieslinger, a Viennese art historian, court-certified expert, published author, and longtime specialist for Vienna’s Dorotheum auction house, whose career included the examination and attribution of Old Master works. Kieslinger identified the subject as “the antique Neptune after Michelangelo,” stated that the drawing was an original work by the celebrated Bolognese painter Guido Reni, and specifically noted the unusual survival of the early transfer grid. Dimensions: 8.5 x 6.25 in. Provenance: Given as a gift to an American by an Austrian family. Property from his estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Laid down on board. General toning and scattered foxing consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

125


Lot Number 115

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669), Portrait of Johannes Uytenbogaert, Fifth State Etching Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Original etching by Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (Dutch, 1606–1669), depicting the theologian Johannes Uytenbogaert (1557–1644), preacher to Prince Maurice of Orange and a leading figure of the Dutch Remonstrant movement. Executed in 1635, the composition presents the scholar seated at his desk surrounded by books and manuscripts, exemplifying Rembrandt’s extraordinary ability to convey both intellectual presence and psychological depth through the medium of etching. The portrait is considered one of the artist’s finest printed works and is catalogued as the fifth state, with the date “1635” visible within the plate. An important example of seventeenth-century Dutch printmaking by one of history’s greatest masters. Dimensions: 10.875 x 8.875 in., framed 15.25 x 12.25 in. Provenance: Acquired in 1980 by George Reis (1926–2022), Point Loma, California; thence by direct family descent. Condition: Examined out of frame. The laid paper sheet exhibits overall age toning, scattered foxing, and minor handling wear consistent with age. The impression remains strong with good contrast. Framed under glazing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

126


Lot Number 116

George Grosz (1893-1959) Limited Edition Folio of 16 Pencil Signed Aquatints, “Ecce Homo” Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 George Grosz (1893–1959) Ecce Homo Berlin: Der Malik-Verlag, 1923 Vorzugs-Ausgabe B I, No. 21 (of 100 copies). Limited deluxe edition consisting of the complete suite of 16 aquatints, each issued in a half-parchment portfolio and signed by the artist, as specified for Ausgabe B I. As stated in the edition notice, Ausgabe B I (numbered 1–100) comprises only the sixteen aquatints and does not include the additional 84 lithographs found in the larger Vorzugs-Ausgabe. This example, numbered 21, is therefore complete as issued for this edition. Ecce Homo remains one of Grosz’s most important and controversial portfolios, a searing indictment of Weimar society originally subject to censorship proceedings shortly after publication. The aquatints represent the most refined and desirable component of the project, prized for their tonal richness and painterly depth compared to the lithographic plates. Issued by Wieland Herzfelde’s Malik-Verlag in Berlin in 1923. Dimensions: Portfolio: 14 5/8 x 10 3/4 in. Each aquatint: 14 1/8 x 10 1/2 in. Provenance: Inherited by the present owner and retained within the family for many years before being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Condition: portfolio worn with handling and edge wear; plates with age toning and marginal wear consistent with loose folio storage. Detailed condition report available upon request. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

127


Lot Number 117

Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898–1972), Up and Down (Bool 352), 1947 Estimate: $10,000 – $20,000 An original lithograph by Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898–1972) titled Up and Down (Op en Neer), created in 1947 and pencil signed lower left. The composition is among Escher’s best-known explorations of impossible architecture, depicting a Mediterranean-inspired complex of staircases, arches, balconies, and courtyards that challenge conventional perspective and spatial logic. Created during the artist’s most celebrated period, Up and Down exemplifies the mathematical precision and visual paradoxes that established Escher as one of the twentieth century’s most influential graphic artists. Dimensions: Sheet: 29.5 x 17 in. Image: 19⅞ x 8 in. Framed: 23.75 x 12.5 in. Provenance: Private Grass Valley, California collection, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Examined out of frame. No indication of restoration or conservation observed under ultraviolet light. Moderate overall toning consistent with age. Pencil signed lower left. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

128


Lot Number 118

Alexander Calder (1898–1976), Red, Yellow, and Blue Coral with Shells, 1974 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A color lithograph by Alexander Calder, one of the twentieth century’s most influential American artists and the inventor of the modern mobile. Pencil signed lower right and numbered 4/125 lower left, the composition presents Calder’s iconic biomorphic forms in bold fields of red, yellow, blue, and black, characteristic of the simplified visual language that defined his late graphic work. Printed in colors on Arches paper in 1974, the year before the publication of Calder: An Autobiography with Pictures, the lithograph reflects the artist’s mature graphic style and is representative of the editions produced during the final years of his career. Dimensions: Sheet: 39 x 27.25 in.; framed: 48.25 x 37.5 in. Provenance: The Collection of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Stockton. Condition: Unframed. Overall good condition with light fading to the lithograph colors. No other condition issues noted during examination. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $175 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

129


Lot Number 119

Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987), $9 (Nine Dollars) (F&S II.286), Unique Color Combination, Edition 18/35, 1982 Estimate: $100,000 – $150,000 Hand-signed screenprint in colors on Lenox Museum Board, printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, and published by Andy Warhol, New York. Signed and numbered in pencil lower left, 18/35. The work is from Warhol’s celebrated $9 portfolio (Feldman & Schellmann II.285–286), issued in 1982 in an edition of 35 numbered impressions, together with 10 artist’s proofs and 2 printer’s proofs. Each impression was produced in a unique combination of colors, making every impression from the edition unique. The present impression features a vibrant yellow ground with nine multicolored dollar signs arranged in a three-by-three grid, one of the defining images from Warhol’s late graphic oeuvre. Created during a period of renewed international acclaim, the series reflects the artist’s enduring fascination with money, celebrity, commerce, and the visual language of American consumer culture. By transforming the ubiquitous dollar sign into a boldly colored Pop icon, Warhol explored the increasingly blurred boundaries between art, commerce, celebrity, and wealth that defined late twentieth-century American culture. This impression is further distinguished by an unusually complete provenance archive, including the original Martin Lawrence Galleries sales invoice, Martin Lawrence Limited Editions Certificate of Authenticity, California Certificate of Tirage, gallery inventory labels, and original gallery framing documentation. Martin Lawrence Galleries was one of the leading distributors of Andy Warhol’s graphic work during the 1980s, and the survival of this documentation provides an exceptional and uninterrupted ownership history dating to the work’s original retail sale on February 12, 1989. Printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, Warhol’s master printer and longtime collaborator, the edition is among the artist’s most significant late graphic editions. Literature: Frayda Feldman and Jörg Schellmann, Andy Warhol Prints: A Catalogue Raisonné 1962–1987, 4th ed., New York, 2003, F&S II.286, p. 127. Accompanied By: Original Martin Lawrence Galleries sales invoice; Martin Lawrence Limited Editions Certificate of Authenticity; California Certificate of Tirage; original Martin Lawrence inventory labels and gallery framing documentation; Feldman & Schellmann catalogue reference. Dimensions: Sheet: 40 x 32 in. Framed: 40.5 x 32.5 in. Provenance: Andy Warhol, New York. Retailed by Martin Lawrence Galleries, Corte Madera, California. Acquired from the above by a private Sausalito, California collector on February 12, 1989. Now being deaccessioned from the original owner’s collection. Condition: Examined out of frame. Excellent overall condition with strong color saturation and excellent presentation. Signed and numbered in pencil lower left. Currently framed behind museum-quality acrylic glazing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $175 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

130


131


Lot Number 120

Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987), Watercolor Paint Kit with Brushes (F&S II.288), Artist’s Proof 21/75, 1982 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Hand-signed offset lithograph on Carnival Felt Cover, published by the New York Association for the Blind and printed by Kordett Color Graphics and Rupert Jasen Smith, New York. Signed in felt-tip pen lower right and numbered in pencil lower left AP 21/75. Issued in 1982, the edition comprises 500 numbered impressions, 75 artist’s proofs, and 5 printer’s proofs. Depicting a watercolor paint set and brushes, the image transforms familiar artist’s tools into an iconic Pop Art composition, reflecting Warhol’s lifelong fascination with the visual language of commercial design and everyday objects. Created during the same productive period as the artist’s celebrated $, Goethe, and Myths portfolios, the work demonstrates Warhol’s ability to elevate commonplace imagery into enduring symbols of contemporary culture. This artist’s proof retains its original Martin Lawrence Galleries documentation, including the original sales invoice, gallery inventory label, and framing records. Martin Lawrence Galleries was one of the leading distributors of Andy Warhol’s graphic work during the 1980s, and the survival of this documentation provides an exceptional and uninterrupted ownership history dating to the work’s original retail sale on May 3, 1989. Printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, Warhol’s master printer and longtime collaborator, the edition represents an important example of the artist’s late graphic work. Literature: Frayda Feldman and Jörg Schellmann, Andy Warhol Prints: A Catalogue Raisonné 1962–1987, 4th ed., New York, 2003, F&S II.288, p. 128. Accompanied By: Original Martin Lawrence Galleries sales invoice; original Martin Lawrence inventory label and gallery framing documentation; Feldman & Schellmann catalogue reference. Dimensions: Sheet: 9 x 12 in. Framed: 15.5 x 18.5 in. Provenance: Andy Warhol, New York. Retailed by Martin Lawrence Galleries, Corte Madera, California. Acquired from the above by a private Sausalito, California collector on May 3, 1989. Now being deaccessioned from the original owner’s collection. Condition: Excellent overall condition. Retains its original Martin Lawrence Galleries framing with gallery inventory label affixed to the reverse. Not examined out of frame. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 132


Lot Number 121

Patrick Nagel (1945–1984), Cheetah, Limited Edition Serigraph Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A signed and numbered color serigraph on paper titled Cheetah by Patrick Nagel (American, 1945–1984), issued in 1982 and numbered 8/90. The composition depicts one of Nagel’s iconic stylized female figures paired with the piercing gaze of a cheetah, exemplifying the sleek, graphic aesthetic that defined his work during the early 1980s. The accompanying Malke-Sage Graphic Art certificate of authenticity identifies the work as an original signed limited-edition silkscreen printed by Wasserman in 1982. The certificate notes an edition of 90 signed and numbered impressions, 23 proofs, for a total edition of 113, with the plate canceled following printing. Accompanied by the original Malke-Sage certificate of authenticity, appraisal, and care instructions. Dimensions: Sight: 32 x 41.5 in. Framed: 43.75 x 52.5 in. Provenance: Single-owner collection, acquired from Malke-Sage Graphic Art in 1982; now being deaccessioned by the owner. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition and retains its original frame. Signed and numbered lower margin. Not examined out of frame. Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country blanket-wrapped transport, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 4505027.

133


Lot Number 122

Eight Willy Beck Rosewood Dining Chairs by Larsen & Bender Madsen Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A single-owner set of eight Danish Modern rosewood dining chairs, comprising two armchairs and six side chairs, designed by Ejner Larsen (1917–1987) and Aksel Bender Madsen (1916– 2000) and produced by Copenhagen cabinetmaker Willy Beck. One chair retains the original metal maker’s label identifying Willy Beck as cabinetmaker and naming Larsen and Bender Madsen. Larsen and Bender Madsen were among the leading figures of the Danish Modern movement that emerged after the Second World War, a period that established Denmark as an international center of furniture design. Their work emphasized functional design, careful proportion, and traditional cabinetmaking techniques rather than ornament. Their designs were produced by a select number of respected Danish workshops, including Willy Beck of Copenhagen, whose furniture is recognized for its exceptional craftsmanship. Executed in richly figured rosewood with original black leather upholstery, the chairs—and the accompanying dining table and credenza offered in the following lots—showcase one of the world’s most prized cabinet woods. Rosewood derives its common name from the sweet, floral fragrance released when freshly cut and has long been valued for its exceptional hardness, rich coloration, and dramatic grain, making it a favored material for the finest cabinet furniture and luxury decorative arts. Dimensions: Armchairs: 22 x 20 x 32 in. high. Side chairs: 18.5 x 18 x 31 in. high Provenance: Acquired new by the consignor while serving overseas in the U.S. military and retained by the family for decades. Now being deaccessioned by the heirs of an Elk Grove, California estate. Condition: Retaining its original finish and upholstery from new. The black leather upholstery exhibits age-related wear, including surface cracking, losses, and one torn seat. Structurally sound overall. One chair retains the original Willy Beck maker’s label. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

134


Lot Number 123

Willy Beck Rosewood Extension Dining Table Attributed to Larsen & Bender Madsen Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Danish Modern rosewood extension dining table attributed to the designs of Ejner Larsen (1917–1987) and Aksel Bender Madsen (1916–2000) and produced by Copenhagen cabinetmaker Willy Beck. Although the table is unmarked, it was acquired new with the accompanying dining suite while the original owner was serving overseas in the U.S. military and has remained with the suite ever since. Its design, construction, proportions, and materials are consistent with the documented chairs offered in the preceding lot. Designed with the clean lines and understated elegance that define Danish Modern furniture, the table expands from a compact everyday form to accommodate larger gatherings while maintaining its balanced proportions. The richly figured rosewood displays exceptional grain and coloration throughout, illustrating the careful material selection for which Willy Beck’s workshop is recognized. Offered separately, yet conceived as part of a unified dining suite, the table pairs with the accompanying chairs and credenza offered in this auction. Dimensions: Closed: 35 x 48.5 x 29.5 in. high. Extended: 35 x 92 x 29.5 in. high Provenance: Acquired new by the consignor while serving overseas in the U.S. military and retained by the family for decades. Now being deaccessioned by the heirs of an Elk Grove, California estate. Condition: Retaining its original finish with an attractive, well-preserved patina. The extension mechanism operates smoothly. Minor surface wear consistent with decades of careful household use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

135


Lot Number 124

Willy Beck Rosewood Credenza Attributed to Larsen & Bender Madsen Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Danish Modern rosewood credenza attributed to the designs of Ejner Larsen (1917–1987) and Aksel Bender Madsen (1916–2000) and produced by Copenhagen cabinetmaker Willy Beck. Acquired new with the accompanying dining suite while the original owner was serving overseas in the U.S. military, the credenza has remained with the suite ever since. Its design, construction, proportions, and materials are consistent with the documented chairs and dining table offered in the preceding lots. Raised on tapered legs, the case features a restrained architectural form with sliding tambour doors flanking a bank of four drawers. The interior is thoughtfully arranged with adjustable shelving to one side and graduated fitted trays to the other, illustrating the emphasis Danish designers placed on practical storage without sacrificing elegance. Throughout, the richly figured rosewood exhibits exceptional color and grain, complemented by finely fitted joinery and understated wooden pulls characteristic of the period. Offered separately, yet conceived as part of a unified dining suite, the credenza pairs with the accompanying chairs and extension table offered in this auction. Dimensions: 19.5 x 84.5 x 35.5 in. high Provenance: Acquired new by the consignor while serving overseas in the U.S. military and retained by the family for decades. Now being deaccessioned by the heirs of an Elk Grove, California estate. Condition: Retaining its original finish with an attractive, well-preserved patina. The sliding tambour doors and drawers operate smoothly. Minor surface wear consistent with decades of careful household use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

136


Lot Number 125

Danish Modern Teak Bar Cabinet in the Style of Svante Skogh Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Danish Modern teak bar cabinet in the style of Svante Skogh (1923–1997), acquired new with the accompanying dining suite during the original owner’s overseas military service. Raised on a slender base with square legs and stretchers, the cabinet features a clean architectural form with two paneled doors above four drawers. The interior is fitted with adjustable shelves and four drawers, providing practical storage for bottles, glassware, linens, or table service. Swedish designer Svante Skogh was among the leading figures of Scandinavian Modern design during the mid-twentieth century, creating furniture distinguished by clean architectural forms, exceptional craftsmanship, and functional simplicity. This cabinet reflects that same aesthetic through its balanced proportions, matched teak veneers, and restrained detailing. No maker’s label or identifying mark has been located. Dimensions: 40 x 17.25 x 53.25 in. high Provenance: Acquired new by the consignor while serving overseas in the U.S. military and retained by the family for decades. Now being deaccessioned by the heirs of an Elk Grove, California estate. Condition: Retaining its original finish with minor surface wear, light marks, and age-appropriate handling consistent with decades of careful household use. Doors and drawers operate properly. No maker’s label or identifying mark located. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

137


Lot Number 126

Jeff Kahn (b. 1954) Kinetic Sculpture Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Wind-powered kinetic sculpture by American artist Jeff Kahn (b. 1954), featuring a precision-machined brushed aluminum architectural base supporting multiple tiers of finely balanced stainless-steel arms terminating in mahogany vanes. Responding to the slightest movement of air, the sculpture creates continuously changing patterns of graceful motion through careful engineering and balance. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Kahn began his career as a jeweler before studying at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts from 1976 to 1980, where he expanded his practice into furniture design and experimental sculpture. His kinetic works, fabricated in aluminum, stainless steel, and fine hardwoods, are represented in museum, corporate, and private collections and are recognized for their elegant integration of engineering, movement, and minimalist design. Dimensions: Approx. 30 x 28.5 in. high. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, retained by the collector until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition with light wear consistent with careful display and handling. The kinetic elements move freely, and no significant damage or repairs were observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $190 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

138


Lot Number 127

Sabrina Knowles (b. 1955) & Jenny Pohlman (b. 1960) Glass Sculptures, Homage Series Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Collaborative cast and sculpted glass work by American artists Sabrina Knowles (b. 1955) and Jenny Pohlman (b. 1960), from the acclaimed Homage series. The sculpture comprises three elongated, stylized figures in warm amber-red glass mounted on a custom-painted metal stand, creating an elegant composition that explores themes of community, balance, and human interaction. Signed “Pohlman Knowles” and dated 2001 on the underside of the base. The husband-and-wife artistic team is internationally recognized for their monumental cast glass installations and sculptural works, which are held in numerous public and private collections. This example embodies their refined approach to form, color, and light. Dimensions: 32 x 8 x 6 in. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, retained by the collector until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition. According to the consignor, the sculpture sustained damage after its 2022 purchase at Bonhams; however, extensive examination by multiple specialists, including blacklight inspection, failed to identify any repaired or damaged area. No condition issues were readily apparent at the time of cataloguing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $190 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

139


Lot Number 128

Kit Karbler & Michael David (USA, 1989) Art Glass on Granite, ‘Backyard Ritual’ Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Mixed-media sculpture titled Backyard Ritual, created in 1989 by American studio glass artists Kit Karbler and Michael David. Signed and dated by both artists, the work is executed in polished optical glass mounted on a carved granite pedestal and explores geometric abstraction through precisely cut crystal forms, suspended optical elements, and dramatic prismatic refraction. It exemplifies the collaborative experimentation that emerged from Denver’s influential Blake Street Studio movement during the late twentieth century. Karbler and David are recognized for their innovative use of optical glass, combining sculptural precision with the interplay of light, color, and transparency. Their collaborative works are represented in major museum collections, including the Corning Museum of Glass and the Denver Art Museum. Dimensions: 20 × 6 × 11 in. high. Weight: 42 lbs. Provenance: Private collection, Granite Bay, California. Condition: Excellent overall. Minute 1/16-inch touch to one lower edge, otherwise free of significant chips, cracks, or repairs. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $345 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

140


Lot Number 129

David James (Canadian, b. 1949), Tranquility (Gold/Ruby), Cast Glass Sculpture, 2006 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Cast and polished glass sculpture titled Tranquility (Gold/Ruby), created in 2006 by Canadian glass artist David James (b. 1949). Executed as a solid crystal demi-sphere in luminous gold and ruby tones, the work exemplifies James’ mastery of optical glass, with subtle internal reflections and color transitions that create the illusion of remarkable depth within the massive sculptural form. The Tranquility series received recognition from the Museum of Arts and Design, New York, and represents one of the artist’s signature explorations of minimalist form, light, and color. James studied at Sweden’s National Glass School in Orrefors before refining his cast-glass techniques with Colin Reid in the United Kingdom and artisans in Pelechov, Czechia. His work has been widely exhibited throughout North America and Europe and is represented in museum and prominent private collections. Dimensions: 19.75 x 19.75 x 3.75 in., high. 87 lbs. Provenance: Private collection, El Dorado Hills, California. Condition: Very good overall. Displays well with no significant condition issues observed. Please refer to photographs for overall condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Due to the exceptional size and weight of this sculpture, in-house shipping is not available. We recommend Delbert McCrea for blanket-wrapped transportation throughout California (916-607-0795) or CCC Transport for nationwide fine art delivery (800-486-0190). Buyer is responsible for arranging and paying the carrier directly.

141


Lot Number 130

Frederick Hart (1943–1999) Acrylic Resin Sculpture, Mother and Child Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A cast acrylic resin sculpture titled Mother and Child by renowned American sculptor Frederick Hart (1943–1999). Depicting a veiled mother tenderly embracing her infant, the composition exemplifies Hart’s celebrated mastery of light, transparency, and the human figure. Signed “Hart” at the lower left front and included in the Frederick Hart Catalogue Raisonné. Hart is best known for The Three Servicemen (The Three Soldiers) at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and for his monumental public sculptures that helped revive the American figurative tradition. Dimensions: 25 x 18 x 11 in. 78 pounds. Provenance: Property sold to benefit an Oklahoma corporation. Condition: Very good overall condition. The acrylic resin exhibits the characteristic combination of transparent and satin-textured surfaces inherent to Frederick Hart’s casting process, resulting in areas of varying translucency and opacity depending on the viewing angle. Minor variations in the resin are typical of the hand-crafted production process. No chips, cracks, or restoration observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country blanket-wrapped transport, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

142


Lot Number 131

Demétre H. Chiparus (1886–1947), Pierrot et Colombine Art Deco Bronze Sculpture Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An Art Deco figural bronze and iv*ry sculpture titled Pierrot et Colombine by Demétre H. Chiparus (1886–1947), depicting the beloved characters of the Italian Commedia dell’Arte. Pierrot, the melancholy clown dressed in white, cradles Colombine in a theatrical composition that reflects the elegance and romance associated with the Art Deco period. The sculpture is executed in finely patinated bronze with carved iv*ry faces and hands, mounted on a stepped Belgian black marble base accented with banded onyx panels. Born in Romania and active in Paris, Chiparus is recognized as one of the defining sculptors of the Art Deco movement, helping establish the luxurious and theatrical style that came to symbolize Paris between the two World Wars. His sculptures were sold through leading Parisian firms including Edmond Etling and Goldscheider and exhibited at the Paris Salons, making him one of the most celebrated decorative sculptors of the era. This example bears the engraved D.H. Chiparus signature and retains the original Etling Paris retailer’s seal. Etling was among the foremost Parisian publishers and retailers of Art Deco sculpture, marketing authentic works by Chiparus and other leading artists during the period. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 29.5 x 8.75 x 16 in. high Provenance: Property from an El Dorado Hills, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: The bronze has been examined with XRF analysis and is consistent with a high-copper bronze alloy. The carved iv*ry faces and hands appear original to the sculpture. Light surface wear and scattered scratches to the marble base consistent with age. Overall presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. For crating and freight delivery we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027. This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction. 143


Lot Number 132

Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015) Bronze Giraffe, 46 in. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A monumental bronze sculpture of a standing giraffe by Dutch-born American artist Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015). Distinguished by its graceful proportions and elongated neck, the sculpture is finished with a richly mottled brown patina that enhances the artist’s refined interpretation of one of Africa’s most iconic animals. Signed “Loet” and numbered 15/500. Dimensions: 46 x 25 x 12 in.; 49 lbs. Provenance: Private Grass Valley, California collection, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with an attractive mottled brown patina. Minor surface wear consistent with age and display. Signed “Loet” and numbered 15/500. Pickup & Shipping: Pickup & Shipping: This lot is available for free pickup in Sacramento. For crating and freight delivery we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

144


Lot Number 133

Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015), Bronze Running Cheetah Pair Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A bronze sculpture by Dutch-born American artist Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015) depicting a pair of cheetahs, one standing alert while the other is shown in full stride. Signed “Loet” and numbered 237/750. Vanderveen is celebrated for his refined modernist interpretations of wildlife, characterized by streamlined forms and richly nuanced dark patinas. Following service during World War II, he worked as a fashion designer before studying ceramics under Fong Chow at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. After settling in Big Sur, California, he turned to bronze sculpture, producing the elegant animal figures that established his international reputation. His work is represented in numerous public and private collections and has been exhibited at institutions including the de Young Museum in San Francisco and the Museum of Contemporary Crafts in New York. Dimensions: 27 x 7 x 6.5 in. Provenance: Private Grass Valley, California collection, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with an attractive dark brown patina. Minor surface wear and light scuffing consistent with age and display. Signed “Loet” and numbered 237/750. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $140 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

145


Lot Number 134

Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015), Bronze Bull “Toro” Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A bronze sculpture by Dutch-born American artist Loet Vanderveen (1921–2015) depicting a standing bull titled Toro. Finished with a rich dark brown patina and gilt highlights to the horns and tail, the sculpture exemplifies the artist’s streamlined interpretation of wildlife that established his international reputation. Signed “Loet” and numbered 80/750. Dimensions: 20.5 x 9.5 x 9.5 in. Provenance: Private Grass Valley, California collection, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with an attractive dark brown patina and original gilt highlights. Minor surface wear consistent with age and display. Signed “Loet” and numbered 80/750. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $165 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

146


Lot Number 135

Tom Bennett (1952–2016), Illusions, Bronze Nude Female Sculpture Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Patinated bronze sculpture titled Illusions, depicting an idealized kneeling nude female with bowed head and clasped hands. Signed Tom Bennett, dated 1982, and numbered 37/150. Bennett, an American sculptor active in California during the late twentieth century, gained recognition for his stylized figurative bronzes distinguished by flowing contours, simplified anatomy, and highly polished surfaces. His works were widely exhibited through West Coast galleries and are held in numerous private collections. Cast in a limited edition of 150. Dimensions: 12 x 11.5 x 13.5 in. high. Weight: 28 lbs. Provenance: Single-owner Southern California collection, acquired from the Carmel Gallery and retained by the owner until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to be in very good overall condition with an attractive, even dark brown patina. Minor surface wear consistent with age and careful display. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $165 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

147


Lot Number 136

American Violin with Silver-Mounted H.R. Pfretzschner Bow Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 American-made violin with carved spruce top and attractively figured tiger maple back, ribs, and neck, accompanied by a silver-mounted H.R. Pfretzschner bow and fitted hardshell case. Hermann Richard Pfretzschner (1857–1921) established one of Germany’s foremost bow-making workshops in Markneukirchen, Saxony. Awarded numerous international medals, including the Grand Prix at the 1900 Paris Exposition, the firm became renowned for producing high-quality violin bows. Dimensions: 23.5 x 8.25 x 1.5 in. Provenance: Recently purchased at an estate sale in Folsom, California. Condition: Overall good cosmetic condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. No major cracks or repairs observed to the body during cataloguing. The silver-mounted H.R. Pfretzschner bow is missing its heel plate and shows wear to the winding and hair. Includes fitted hardshell case. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $95 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

148


Lot Number 137

1962–1963 Fender Bassman Model 6G6-B Blonde Amplifier with Matching Speaker Cabinet Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Fender Bassman Model 6G6-B piggyback amplifier consisting of the original blonde head and matching speaker cabinet. Produced during Fender’s celebrated brown-panel era, the 6G6-B circuit is widely regarded as one of the company’s finest amplifier designs, prized for its warm clean tones, dynamic response, and rich overdrive characteristics. Finished in the original blonde tolex with wheat grille cloth, the amplifier retains its classic control layout with separate Bass Instrument and Normal channels. Serial number BP06293. The amplifier has been professionally serviced with replacement tubes and capacitors installed for reliable operation. The original tubes and replaced components accompany the amplifier in a separate bag, preserving its history while allowing it to remain a functional playing instrument. Dimensions: Speaker Cabinet: 32 × 11.5 × 20 in. high; Amplifier Head: 22 × 9.5 × 9 in. high. Provenance: Single-owner private California collection. Retained by the consignor for decades as a personal playing instrument before entering the present sale. Condition: Professionally serviced with replacement tubes and select electronic components installed for reliable operation. The original tubes and replaced components are included in a separate bag. Cabinet and amplifier head retain their original blonde tolex with expected handling wear, light scuffs, and minor age-related discoloration. Grille cloth exhibits light wear consistent with age. The amplifier is reported by the consignor to perform well following service. Sold as photographed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Due to the size, weight, and fragile nature of this lot, in-house shipping is unavailable. We recommend Delbert McCrea for blanket-wrap transportation throughout California (831-566-6088) or CCC Transport for nationwide blanket-wrap transportation (920-450-5027). Please contact the carrier directly for shipping arrangements and quotations.

149


Lot Number 138

1965 Fender Precision Bass Guitar with Original Fender Hardshell Case Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Fender Precision Bass electric bass guitar, manufactured in 1965, retaining its original three-tone sunburst finish, tortoiseshell-style pickguard, rosewood fingerboard with clay dot position markers, and chrome hardware. The neck plate is stamped with serial number L95577, placing production within Fender’s desirable transitional “L-Series” period immediately preceding the CBS acquisition. The instrument is fitted with its original split-coil Precision Bass pickup and includes its period black Fender hardshell case with orange plush interior. Introduced in 1951, the Precision Bass revolutionized modern music as the world’s first commercially successful electric bass and remains one of the most influential instrument designs of the twentieth century. Dimensions: Bass: 45 × 13 × 2.5 in.; Case: 47.5 × 15 × 4 in. Provenance: Single-owner private California collection. Retained by the consignor for decades as a personal playing instrument before entering the present sale. Condition: Body exhibits light lacquer checking and finish wear consistent with regular use. Neck is smooth and frets show light wear. Hardware displays minor oxidation and patina from age. Includes its original Fender hardshell case with expected handling wear. Untested by Witherell’s; sold as photographed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $245 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

150


Lot Number 139

Basis Audio Model 2500 Turntable with Vector Tonearm and Synchro-Wave Power Supply Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 High-end Basis Audio Model 2500 belt-drive turntable featuring the company’s massive acrylic and precision-machined aluminum suspended chassis with outboard motor assembly. The turntable is fitted with the acclaimed Basis Vector tonearm, recognized for its exceptionally low-friction bearing design and precision adjustability. Also included is the matching Basis Synchro-Wave Power Supply, providing electronically regulated motor speed for accurate 331/3 and 45 RPM playback. Basis Audio components have long been regarded among the finest American-made analog playback systems, prized by audiophiles for their engineering, speed stability, and exceptionally quiet operation. Dimensions: Approximately 17 x 15 x 9 in. Weight: 55 lbs. Provenance: Property from the estate of Steven Kaneski, Granite Bay, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good cosmetic condition with light signs of use. Equipped with a Basis Vector tonearm and Synchro-Wave Power Supply. The installed phono cartridge is present but has not been evaluated. The turntable powered on at the time of cataloguing but was not tested under playing conditions. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. For crating and freight delivery, we recommend Capital Crating. For blanket-wrapped delivery within California, contact Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country transportation, contact CCC Transport at (929) 450-5027.

151


Lot Number 140

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Malle Courrier Trunk with Red Courier Stripe, Early 20th Century Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A classic Louis Vuitton monogram canvas Malle Courrier (Courier Trunk), retaining its original hand-painted red courier stripe, iron-bound construction, brass and steel hardware, and two original fitted interior trays. The trunk bears the Louis Vuitton retailer label listing the firm’s Paris, Lille, Nice, and London addresses, together with stamped production number 184149. The exterior retains numerous period travel labels and ownership markings documenting decades of use during the golden age of rail and steamship travel. Introduced in the late nineteenth century, Louis Vuitton’s flat-top courier trunks revolutionized travel by allowing luggage to be stacked efficiently aboard trains and ocean liners. Today, collectors particularly value examples that remain in original, unrestored condition and preserve the travel labels, painted stripes, and honest wear accumulated through actual use. The present trunk embodies that history, retaining the character and patina that distinguish authentic period Vuitton luggage from restored examples. Particularly desirable are the surviving travel labels and the complete fitted interior with its original pair of removable trays. Dimensions: 20.5 in. high x 40 in. wide x 19.5 in. deep. Provenance: The estate of Col. Carl H. Trik (b. 1891); thence by direct family descent to the present heir. Condition: Honest age-related wear throughout consistent with decades of travel and use. Exterior monogram canvas with scuffs, abrasions, losses, surface grime, and remnants of period travel labels. Original painted red courier stripe remains visible. Hardware exhibits oxidation and wear. Interior retains its original quilted lining, both fitted removable trays, and securing straps with expected staining and discoloration from age. An authentic, unrestored example with strong decorative appeal and desirable original surfaces. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea (831-566-6088). Cross-country shipping via CCC Transport (920-450-5027).

152


Lot Number 141

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Three-Pint Cocktail Shaker, 25 troy oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Tiffany & Co. sterling silver two-piece cocktail shaker produced during the John C. Moore era, likely dating to the 1930s or 1940s. Executed in a restrained Art Deco form with a tapering cylindrical body and removable cork-mounted lid retained by its original chain, the shaker embodies the clean, modern aesthetic that defined Tiffany’s luxury barware of the period. The underside bears the impressed marks TIFFANY & CO., MAKERS 3380, STERLING SILVER 925-1000, the Gothic “M” date/directorship mark associated with the John C. Moore period, and 3 PINTS, denoting its generous capacity. Weighing more than 25 troy ounces. Dimensions: 7.5 x 4.5 x 9.75 in., high; 25+ Troy ounces Provenance: Private collection, Dana Point, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface scratches and minor wear consistent with age and use. Cork seal remains intact beneath the cap. No visible monogram, significant dents, or evidence of repair. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

153


Lot Number 142

Toyokoki Japanese Hammered .990 Silver Cocktail Shaker and Tray, 41.42 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Hand-hammered cocktail shaker and matching tray crafted in high-purity silver by Toyokoki of Japan. The shaker is marked with the CFO diamond hallmark, “Silver 990,” and “Toyokoki,” while the tray is stamped “Sterling 990.” Sample XRF testing indicates a silver content ranging between approximately 96% and 98% purity, exceeding the traditional .925 sterling standard. Toyokoki is recognized for producing finely crafted Japanese silver wares with distinctive hand-hammered finishes during the postwar period. Dimensions: Height: 10 in. (shaker). Weight: 41.42 troy oz. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear, scattered scratches, and minor handling marks consistent with age and use. The hand-hammered finish is well preserved, and the maker’s marks remain clear and legible on the underside of both pieces. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $60 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

154


Lot Number 143

Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, Six Bottles, 2007–2008 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A collection of six unopened Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) whiskeys representing the 2007 and 2008 annual releases. The lot includes George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2007 and 2008), Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey (2007 and 2008), Eagle Rare 17 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2008), and Sazerac 18 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (2008). Accompanying the collection are the original Buffalo Trace Distillery release letter and individual production fact sheets detailing each whiskey’s distillation dates, barrel selection, warehouse locations, bottling specifications, and tasting notes. Introduced in 2000, the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection has become one of the most anticipated annual whiskey releases in the world. Issued in limited quantities, the collection showcases mature bourbon and rye expressions from Buffalo Trace Distillery’s most celebrated labels, pairing the barrel-proof George T. Stagg and Thomas H. Handy with the aged Eagle Rare 17 Year and Sazerac 18 Year. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Six 750 ml bottles comprising: George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2007, 144.8 proof; 2008, 141.8 proof); Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey (2007, 134.8 proof; 2008, 127.5 proof); Eagle Rare 17 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2008, 90 proof); and Sazerac 18 Year Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (2008, 90 proof). Provenance: Single-owner collection from the estate of a Reno executive, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Unopened and retained in their original shipping boxes. Fill levels appear full. Sold as collectible spirits; no guarantee is made regarding the condition or drinkability of the contents. Pickup & Shipping: Free Nevada pickup. Special shipping and handling is required for this lot. Please contact Witherell’s for shipping options and a personalized quote.

155


Lot Number 144

Mixed Collection of Twelve (12) California Cult & Estate Cabernet Sauvignons, Including Silver Oak, Abreu, Paradigm, Far Niente, Heitz & Joseph Phelps Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A twelve-bottle collection of California Cabernet Sauvignon from many of Napa Valley’s and Alexander Valley’s most celebrated producers, spanning the acclaimed 1987–1995 vintages. The lot comprises four (4) 1993 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignons, one (1) 1995 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum, one (1) 1994 Paradigm Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum, one (1) 1995 Abreu Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum, two (2) 1994 Far Niente Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignons, two (2) Heitz Cellar Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons (1987 and 1993), and one (1) 1988 Joseph Phelps Insignia. The inclusion of three large-format magnums from Silver Oak, Paradigm, and Abreu adds further appeal, with magnums prized by collectors for their slower maturation and relative scarcity. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Twelve (12) bottles, comprising three (3) magnums and nine (9) standard 750 ml bottles. Provenance: Property from the estate of a Reno executive, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Removed from a climate-controlled cellar. Unopened. Fill levels appear consistent with long-term cellar storage. Labels and capsules exhibit light handling and age-related wear. Sold as collectible wine; no guarantee is made regarding the condition, provenance after bottling, or drinkability of the contents. Pickup & Shipping: Free Nevada pickup. Special shipping and handling is required for this lot. Please contact Witherell’s for shipping options and a personalized quote.

156


Lot Number 145

Mixed Collection of Twelve (12) French & California Estate Wines, Including Château Lynch-Bages, Château Figeac, Abreu, Lokoya, Château Montelena & BV Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A twelve-bottle collection of distinguished French and California estate wines spanning the acclaimed 1992–1998 vintages. The lot comprises two (2) 1998 Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac Grand Cru Classé; one (1) 1994 Château Figeac, Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé; one (1) 1992 Château Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon; one (1) 1997 Abreu Madrona Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon; one (1) 1995 Lokoya Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon; one (1) 1995 Staglin Family Vineyard Sangiovese; one (1) 1997 Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon; one (1) 1997 Beaulieu Vineyard Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon; one (1) 1997 Spring Mountain Vineyard Reserve; and two (2) 1993 Seavey Cabernet Sauvignons. Blending two renowned Bordeaux classed-growth châteaux with an outstanding selection of Napa Valley’s benchmark producers, the collection offers collectors an exceptional cross-section of Cabernet-based wines from two of the world’s foremost wine regions. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Twelve (12) standard 750 ml bottles. Provenance: Property from the estate of a Reno executive, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Removed from a climate-controlled cellar. Unopened. Fill levels appear consistent with long-term cellar storage. Labels and capsules exhibit light handling and age-related wear. Sold as collectible wine; no guarantee is made regarding the condition, provenance after bottling, or drinkability of the contents. Pickup & Shipping: Free Nevada pickup. Special shipping and handling is required for this lot. Please contact Witherell’s for shipping options and a personalized quote.

157


Lot Number 146

Babe Ruth Single-Signed Baseball, PSA/DNA Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Baseball signed by baseball legend Babe Ruth (1895–1948), one of the most celebrated figures in the history of American sports, and accompanied by a PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity (Certification No. AS01929). The signature remains legible despite expected age-related fading and is preserved on a well-used period baseball displaying an attractive patina. According to the consignor, the baseball was acquired by the owner’s great-aunt while serving as a nurse at a New York City hospital during Babe Ruth’s hospitalization. She later presented the signed baseball to the consignor’s grandfather, and it has remained in the family ever since. Recently submitted for third-party authentication through Witherell, the baseball is now accompanied by its PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity, offering both compelling family provenance and independent authentication. Dimensions: Approx. 2.9 in. diameter Provenance: By family descent. According to the consignor, the baseball was acquired by the owner’s great-aunt while serving as a nurse at a New York City hospital during Babe Ruth’s hospitalization. She later presented the signed baseball to the consignor’s grandfather, and it has remained in the family ever since. The baseball was recently submitted for third-party authentication through Witherell and is accompanied by a PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity (Certification No. AS01929). Condition: Heavily used period baseball with overall toning, surface wear, age-related soiling, and scattered abrasions consistent with prolonged handling. Signature exhibits moderate fading but remains identifiable. Accompanied by a PSA/DNA Letter of Authenticity (Certification No. AS01929) and housed in a PSA/ DNA authentication holder. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

158


Lot Number 147

1927 Barnstorming Tour Photograph of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, Marysville, California Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original Henry Sackrider photograph documenting Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig during their celebrated 1927 postseason barnstorming tour, pictured with local Marysville resident Jack Fredericks. The photograph commemorates the Yankees’ appearance in Marysville following the legendary 1927 season, when local businessmen reportedly raised $1,000 to secure a stop on the tour, making Marysville the smallest city to host the exhibition. Before approximately 2,000 spectators at Municipal Ball Park, Ruth homered, Gehrig tripled, and the “Bustin’ Babes” defeated the “Larrupin’ Lous” by a score of 9–7. The photograph bears the signature of Marysville photographer Henry Sackrider and the names identifying Ruth, Fredericks, and Gehrig appear to have been inscribed by Sackrider, consistent with Northern California studio practices of the period. The blank reverse lacks newspaper or wire service markings, suggesting this is an original Sackrider studio photograph produced for local distribution rather than a later press reproduction. No other examples of this image have been identified during our research. Dimensions: 13.5 x 10 in. Provenance: The Phillips Collection of Boxing and Baseball. Condition: Fair to good overall. Age toning throughout with scattered handling wear, minor edge creasing, and small surface blemishes consistent with age. The reverse retains remnants of old mounting tape and adhesive at the corners. Overall contrast remains good. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

159


Lot Number 148

1930s Multi-Signed Baseball Glove with Honus Wagner, Joe DiMaggio, Pie Traynor & Other Hall of Famers Estimate: $10,000 – $20,000 An extraordinary 1930s baseball relic consisting of a Pie Traynor model youth left-handed fielder’s glove bearing 23 authenticated signatures of Baseball Hall of Famers and major league stars, accompanied by its original custom cherrywood presentation case hand-carved with a likeness of Honus Wagner. Beckett Authentication Services has authenticated the glove and its signatures, including Honus Wagner, Joe DiMaggio, Dom DiMaggio (twice), Pie Traynor, Joe Gordon, Charlie Berry, Lena Blackburne, Eddie Carnett, Lou Stringer, Benny McCoy, and others. The signatures of Joe E. Brown, Dizzy Dean, Gene Lillard, Connie Mack, Gus Mancuso, and Arnold Statz are noted by Beckett as completely or partially enhanced in an unknown hand. Family history relates that the glove was signed during Pacific Coast League exhibition games at Los Angeles’ Wrigley Field between approximately 1934 and 1936, when major league clubs and PCL teams regularly played before enthusiastic West Coast crowds. According to the family, the young owner’s father presented the glove to players before games, with several—including Dizzy Dean—adding whimsical caricatures alongside their signatures. Following the collecting adventure, the boy’s grandfather crafted the accompanying cherrywood display case, hand-carving a portrait of Honus Wagner on the lid. The glove has reportedly remained preserved in that custom case for nearly ninety years, creating a remarkable and highly personal survival from baseball’s Golden Age. Dimensions: Case: 11.25 x 11.25 x 5 in., high. Provenance: Acquired by the consignor’s father as a young boy during Pacific Coast League exhibition games at Los Angeles’ Wrigley Field in the mid-1930s, where major league stars signed his personal Pie Traynor youth glove. Preserved thereafter in a custom cherrywood presentation case handcrafted by the consignor’s grandfather and retained by the family for nearly ninety years before the present deaccession. Condition: Overall very good for its age. The glove exhibits expected use, age, and handling wear consistent with a game-used youth glove of the period. Signatures remain largely legible, with some expected fading and areas of enhancement as detailed in the accompanying Beckett Letter of Authenticity. The custom cherrywood presentation case displays light wear from age and careful long-term storage. Accompanied by Beckett Letter of Authenticity No. AE35806 and the family’s written history documenting the glove’s acquisition and preservation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. 160


Lot Number 149

The Ring Magazine, October 1962, First Cassius Clay Cover, CGC 8.0 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 The October 1962 issue of The Ring magazine, featuring the first cover appearance of Cassius Clay, professionally certified CGC Universal Grade 8.0 with Off-White to White Pages. Published approximately sixteen months before Clay defeated Sonny Liston to win the heavyweight championship and become Muhammad Ali, the issue documents the future champion at the beginning of one of boxing’s most celebrated careers. An exceptional condition rarity, this example is the highest-graded copy certified by CGC. Only fifteen Universal copies have been certified, with this being the sole example graded 8.0 and the next highest examples graded 6.5. Combining historic importance with unique census status, it stands as the finest surviving certified example of one of boxing’s most significant magazines. Offered from the Phillips Collection of Boxing Memorabilia, one of the most comprehensive private boxing collections assembled in recent decades. Dimensions: CGC holder: 13.75 x 9.5 x 0.75 in. Provenance: The Phillips Collection of Boxing Memorabilia. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 8.0 (Off-White to White Pages). Encapsulated in its original sealed CGC holder. Newsstand edition. The CGC population report records this as the single highest-graded copy certified. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 161


Lot Number 150

1979 Topps #18 Wayne Gretzky Rookie Card, PSA EX 5 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 1979 Topps #18 Wayne Gretzky rookie card, professionally graded PSA EX 5 (Excellent). Issued during Gretzky’s inaugural NHL season with the Edmonton Oilers, this iconic card is recognized as one of the premier post-war hockey cards and a cornerstone of vintage sports card collecting. Wayne Gretzky, known as “The Great One,” retired as the NHL’s all-time leader in goals, assists, and points, records that continue to define his legacy as the greatest hockey player in the sport’s history. Freshly encapsulated by PSA in 2026, certification number 155536130. Dimensions: Card: 3.5 × 2.5 in.; PSA Holder: 5.25 × 3.25 in. Provenance: Single-owner private Montague, California collection. Acquired by the consignor during the early years of his collecting activity and retained for decades before being professionally graded by Witherell in 2026. Condition: Freshly graded by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) in 2026. Encapsulated and certified PSA EX 5 (Excellent). Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

162


Lot Number 151

1985 Star Gatorade Michael Jordan #7 PSA 6 EX-MT Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 1985 Star Gatorade Michael Jordan No. 7 basketball card, professionally graded PSA 6 EX-MT (Excellent-Mint). Issued during Jordan’s rookie-era ascent, the 1985 Star Gatorade series was produced by Star Co., the pioneering manufacturer responsible for many of the most significant basketball card releases of the 1980s. Distributed as a limited promotional issue rather than through traditional retail channels, the Gatorade set is considerably scarcer than most mainstream basketball cards of the decade. As collectors have increasingly recognized the historical importance and limited production of Star issues, examples have become highly sought after, particularly those featuring Michael Jordan during the formative years of his Hall of Fame career. Dimensions: PSA holder measures 5⅜ x 3¼ inches. Provenance: Private collection, now being deaccessioned by the Fair Oaks, California collector. Condition: Graded PSA 6 EX-MT (Excellent-Mint). PSA Certification No. 126946218. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

163


Lot Number 152

1985 Star Olympic Gold Medalists Sealed 9-Card Set with Michael Jordan & Original Paperwork Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Factory-sealed 1985 Star Olympic Gold Medalists 9-card set, accompanied by four original pieces of documentation from Star International and Shop at Home. The set commemorates the United States Men’s Basketball Team’s gold medal victory at the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles and includes Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Chris Mullin, Sam Perkins, Vern Fleming, Wayman Tisdale, Scott Alford, and two team photo cards. The front of the sealed package displays one of the group photo cards, while the reverse reveals the back of the Michael Jordan No. 1 card. Included is a June 3, 1997 letter from Star International stating that approximately 1,500 sets were produced in late 1984 for distribution but were never released to the general public. Also included are the original 1997 Shop at Home purchase receipt, a Shop at Home customer letter regarding the distribution of Star products, and the original insert advising the factory-sealed package must remain unopened for return eligibility. The complete set remains sealed in its original factory bag and is accompanied by its original purchase paperwork, providing an exceptional provenance trail from original retail purchase to the present offering. Dimensions: Factory-sealed 9-card set. Provenance: One-owner set, retained by the original purchaser since acquisition from Shop at Home in 1997 and consigned directly to auction. Condition: New old stock. Factory sealed in original plastic bag. Four original accompanying documents included. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

164


Lot Number 153

1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card #57 PSA 5 EX Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan Rookie Card No. 57, professionally graded PSA 5 EX (Excellent). Widely regarded as the most iconic basketball trading card ever produced, the 1986 Fleer Jordan rookie has become the benchmark by which all modern basketball cards are measured. The 1986 Fleer issue marked the return of nationally distributed NBA trading cards after a lengthy absence and introduced an extraordinary rookie class that included Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing, Karl Malone, Hakeem Olajuwon, and others. At the center of the set is Michael Jordan’s rookie card, depicting the future Hall of Famer soaring toward the basket in his Chicago Bulls uniform. As one of the defining collectibles in the sports memorabilia market, the card remains a cornerstone of premier basketball collections. Dimensions: PSA holder measures 5½ x 3¼ inches. Provenance: Private collection, now being deaccessioned by the Fair Oaks, California collector. Condition: Graded PSA 5 EX (Excellent). PSA Certification No. 126590022. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

165


Lot Number 154

Three (3) 1996-97 Bowman’s Best Premier Edition Basketball Factory Sealed Boxes Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 . Three factory-sealed 1996-97 Bowman’s Best Premier Edition NBA Basketball hobby boxes, an important unopened product from the celebrated 1996 NBA draft class. The 125-card series includes rookie cards of Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, Ray Allen, Jermaine O’Neal and others, together with Michael Jordan and many of the era’s leading stars. Particularly significant are the Refractor and Atomic Refractor parallels; base Refractors were inserted approximately 1:12 hobby packs and Atomic Refractors approximately 1:24, with additional Refractor and Atomic Refractor versions of several insert series. Kobe Bryant appears as rookie card R23 and in the Best Picks insert series. Each box remains unopened in its original Topps factory shrink wrap with NBA holographic security seal. Dimensions: Standard hobby box size, approximately 5–6 x 2–3 x 7–8 in. each. Provenance: One-owner set, retained by the original purchaser since acquisition. Condition: Factory sealed and unopened. Original shrink wrap retained, with a few very minor breaks at corners as photographed. New old stock. Boxes show minor shelf/storage wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

166


Lot Number 155

Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories #1-111 (Dell, 1940-1949) Complete Uninterrupted Run Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Exceptional uninterrupted run of Walt Disney’s Comics and Stories comprising issues #1–111, published by Dell Comics between 1940 and 1949. One of the landmark titles of the Golden Age of American comics, the series helped establish Disney comic books as a cultural phenomenon and is particularly celebrated for the early work of legendary cartoonist Carl Barks (1901–2000), whose stories fundamentally shaped the personalities and adventures of Donald Duck, Uncle Scrooge, and the broader Duck Universe. Among the numerous highlights are Issue #1, the debut of the long-running series; #31, featuring the first Donald Duck story written and illustrated by Carl Barks; #34 and #52, introducing Neighbor Jones; #88, the first appearance of Gladstone Gander; #89, the first appearance of Chip and Dale in the title; and Issues #101–106, featuring the first Phantom Blot storyline. Equally significant is the uninterrupted sequence of wartime issues published during 1942–1945, featuring memorable World War II-themed covers that have become enduring icons of Disney comic art. Complete Golden Age runs of this scope are seldom encountered, particularly when preserved intact over many decades. Dimensions: Standard comic book size (approximately 10 × 7 in. each). Provenance: The Estate of Professor Ronald H. Limbaugh (1938–2023), distinguished historian at the University of the Pacific, where he served as Director of the Holt-Atherton Pacific Center for Western Studies and Director of the John Muir Center for Regional Studies. Acquired during his youth as the comics were originally issued and carefully retained in his personal collection throughout his lifetime. Condition: Issue #1 is coverless and has been fitted with a facsimile cover. Issues #9, #32, and #34 are also coverless. Many issues identified as “Fair” on the accompanying inventory are more accurately described by our Comic & Ephemera Department as Poor/Reader copies, with numerous examples exhibiting detached or separated covers and other condition issues consistent with long-term use. Overall, the uninterrupted run is best described as Fair, with individual issues varying considerably. Interested bidders are encouraged to contact Witherell’s for detailed condition reports on specific issues. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $150 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

167


Lot Number 156

Lot of (47) 1940 Gum Inc. Superman Trading Cards, Four PSA Graded Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Collection of forty-seven (47) original 1940 Gum Inc. Superman trading cards, comprising card numbers 25–63 and 65–72, with no duplicates. All but one of the high-numbered cards are present. The key card, #72 “Superman vs. Torpedo,” is included and professionally graded PSA 2.5 (Good+). Also included are #54 PSA 4 (VG-EX), #55 PSA 5.5 (EX+), and #57 PSA 5 (EX). Issued by Gum Inc. of Philadelphia in 1940, this landmark 72-card series is widely regarded as the first Superman trading card set and one of the most important non-sport trading card issues ever produced. Released just two years after Action Comics #1 (1938), the set chronicles Superman’s earliest adventures and helped establish the character’s enduring popularity. The high-numbered cards were printed in smaller quantities and typically saw heavier handling by young collectors. Card #72, “Superman vs. Torpedo,” is among the key cards in the series and is seldom encountered in higher grades, owing in part to its position as the final card in the set, where it often received the greatest wear from repeated handling. Dimensions: Standard trading card size, approximately 2½ x 3 inches each. Provenance: Recently purchased at an estate sale in Folsom, California. Condition: Card #54 is graded PSA 4 (VG-EX); #55 is graded PSA 5.5 (EX+); #57 is graded PSA 5 (EX); and #72 is graded PSA 2.5 (Good+). The remaining forty-three cards are ungraded and average between Fair and Very Good condition. Individual condition reports are available upon request. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $45 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

168


Lot Number 157

Batman #139, DC Comics, 4/61, CGC 8.5, 1st App. Original Bat-Girl (Betty Kane) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Batman #139, DC Comics, 1961. 1st Appearance of the original Bat-Girl (Betty Kane). Bill Finger Story. Sheldon Moldoff and Charles Paris Art. Sheldon Moldoff Cover. WPop Report: There are 9 CGC 8.5’s in the Universal Grade. Only 12 Higher in. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 8.5 Graded. Off-White Pages. CGC Universal Grade Blue Label. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

169


Lot Number 158

Green Lantern #7, DC Comics, 7-8/61, CGC 8.0, 1st App. Sinestro Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Green Lantern #7, DC Comics, 1961. Origin and 1st Appearance of Sinestro. 1st Appearance of Terga. John Broome Story. Gil Kane and Joe Giella Cover and Art. Population Report for CGC 8.0 is 29. There are 55 higher. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 8.0, Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

170


Lot Number 159

Lot of (23) Silver & Bronze Age X-Men Comics, #9 & #12 Signed by Stan Lee Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot of twenty-three (23) Silver and Bronze Age X-Men comic books. Included are X-Men #9 (first appearance of the Juggernaut) and X-Men #12 (first Avengers vs. X-Men crossover), both signed by Stan Lee in 1980 at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Additional key issues include #7 (second appearance of the Blob and first Cerebro), #11 (first appearance of the Stranger), #13 (second Juggernaut), #14 (first Sentinels), #16 (third Sentinels), #19 (first Mimic), #27 (first meeting of Spider-Man and the X-Men), #35 (first Changeling, later reintroduced as Morph), and #42 (death of Changeling). Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 6.75 in. Provenance: Single-owner collection. X-Men #9 and #12 were signed by Stan Lee in 1980 at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Condition: Overall good condition with individual grades as follows: #7 Good; #9 VG; #11 Fair/Good; #12 VG; #13 Fair/Good; #14 Fair (heavy water stain and chipping); #16 VG; #17 VG; #18 VG; #19 Fine; #21 VG; #22 Fair/Good; #23 Fine; #26 VG/Fine; #27 Good (stain); #29 Good/VG; #30 VG; #34 VG; #35 Good/VG; #42 Fine/Good; #71 VG; #83 Fine; #92 Fine. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $65 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

171


Lot Number 160

Brave and the Bold #28, DC Comics, 2-3/60, CGC 6.0, 1st App. Justice League of America Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Brave and the Bold #28, DC Comics, 1960. 1st Appearance of the Justice League of America, Starro the Conqueror, Snapper Carr, and Amazo. 1st Aquaman and Martian Manhunter cover. Gardner Fox Story. Mike Sekowsky, Joe Giella, and Bernard Sachs Art. Murphy Anderson Cover. A landmark Silver Age key that introduced the Justice League of America, one of the most influential superhero teams in comic book history. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 6.0, Cream to Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

172


Lot Number 161

Fantastic Four #2, Marvel Comics, 1/62, CGC 6.5, 1st App. Skrulls Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Fantastic Four #2, Marvel Comics, 1962. 1st appearance of the Skrulls. 2nd appearance of the Fantastic Four. Stan Lee Story. Jack Kirby and George Klein Cover and Art. One of only three Marvel Silver Age superhero comic books issued with a 10-cent cover price, this landmark early Marvel key introduced the shape-shifting Skrull race, which would become one of the publisher’s most enduring alien civilizations and a cornerstone of countless Fantastic Four, Avengers, and Marvel Universe storylines. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 6.5 Universal Blue Label Grade. Cream to Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

173


Lot Number 162

Incredible Hulk #181, Marvel Comics, 11/74, CGC 6.0 Restored (B-1), 1st App. Wolverine Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Incredible Hulk #181, Marvel Comics, 1974. 1st full appearance of Wolverine (James “Logan” Howlett). Wendigo appearance. Len Wein Story. Herb Trimpe and Jack Abel Art. Herb Trimpe and John Romita Cover. Restoration consists of a small amount of color touch to the cover. Widely regarded as the premier Bronze Age key issue, Hulk #181 introduced Wolverine in his first full comic book appearance, launching one of Marvel’s most enduring and commercially successful characters whose popularity has spanned decades of comics, animation, and film. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Condition: CGC Restored Grade 6.0 (Slight Restoration B-1), Off-White Pages. Restoration includes a small amount of color touch to the cover. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

174


Lot Number 163

Batman #121, DC Comics, 2/59, CGC 7.5, 1st App. Mr. Zero (Mr. Freeze) Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Batman #121, DC Comics, 1959. Origin and 1st Appearance of Mr. Zero (later known as Mr. Freeze). Full-page ad for Flash #105. Bill Finger and Dave Wood Stories. Curt Swan and Stan Kaye Cover. Sheldon Moldoff, Charles Paris, and Curt Swan Art. A landmark Silver Age Batman key featuring the debut of one of the Dark Knight’s most iconic villains. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 7.5, Cream to Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

175


Lot Number 164

Action Comics #242, DC Comics, 7/58, CGC 5.5, Origin and 1st App. Brainiac Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Action Comics #242, DC Comics, 1958. Origin and 1st Appearance of Brainiac. 1st Appearance of the Bottle City of Kandor. Otto Binder Story. Curt Swan Cover. Al Plastino, Jim Mooney, and Howard Sherman Art. Brainiac’s debut shifted Superman from primarily terrestrial adventures to cosmic science fiction and introduced one of the Man of Steel’s most enduring adversaries. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 5.5, Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

176


Lot Number 165

Flash #105, DC Comics, 2-3/59, CGC 6.0, 1st Silver Age Flash in His Own Title/1st Mirror Master Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Flash #105, DC Comics, 1959. First Silver Age Flash in his own title. Numbering continued from Flash Comics #104. Origin and 1st Appearance of Mirror Master. John Broome Story. Carmine Infantino and Joe Giella Cover and Art. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 6.0, Cream to Off-White Pages Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

177


Lot Number 166

Action Comics #252, DC Comics, 5/59, CGC 5.0, Origin and 1st App. Supergirl Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Action Comics #252, DC Comics, 1959. Origin and 1st Appearance of Supergirl (Kara Zor-El), Metallo, and Argo City. Robert Bernstein and Otto Binder Stories. Al Plastino and Howard Sherman Art. Curt Swan and Al Plastino Cover. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 5.0 Universal Blue Label Grade. Off-White Pages. Bright Coloration. Only very light toning. Grader Notes: Multiple Stain back cover, worm holes through top of front cover through book, spine stress lines break color. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

178


Lot Number 167

Detective Comics #267, DC Comics, 5/59, Origin and 1st App. Bat-Mite Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Detective Comics #267, DC Comics, 1959. Origin and 1st Appearance of Bat-Mite. Bill Finger Story. Curt Swan Cover. Sheldon Moldoff, Ruben Moreira, Joe Certa, and Charles Paris Art. Population Report for CGC 7.0 is 22. Only 28 graded higher. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 7.0 Universal Blue Label Grade. Off-White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

179


Lot Number 168

Justice League of America #1, DC Comics, 10-11/60, CGC 6.5 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Justice League of America #1, DC Comics, 1960. First Self-Titled Issue of the Justice League of America. First Appearance of Despero. Gardner Fox Story. Mike Sekowsky and Bernard Sachs Art. Murphy Anderson Cover. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC 6.5 Universal Blue Label Grade. Off-White to White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

180


Lot Number 169

Green Lantern #1, DC Comics, 7-8/60, CGC 7.0, Origin Retold Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Green Lantern #1, DC Comics, 1960. Origin of Green Lantern Retold. 1st Appearance of the Guardians of the Universe. John Broome Story. Gil Kane Cover. Gil Kane, Murphy Anderson, and Joe Giella Art. Dimensions: Book 10 × 7 in.; case 13 × 8 in. Provenance: The single-owner collection of Douglas Dahl (1947–2024), Sacramento, California. Acquired during childhood and retained throughout his lifetime, the collection remained hermetically sealed in the attic for decades before being discovered by his widow following his passing. Condition: CGC Universal Grade 7.0, Off-White to White Pages. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

181


Lot Number 170

The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #14, Page 10 Original Comic Art by Frank Miller & Tom Palmer (Marvel Comics, 1980) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original production artwork for The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #14 (1980), page 10, illustrated by Frank Miller (pencils) and Tom Palmer (inks). Ink on paper with original production paste-ups. This memorable page features Doctor Strange, Doctor Doom, and Dormammu, with multiple dramatic panels showcasing Doom and Dormammu, as well as a depiction of Adolf Hitler within the story’s historical narrative. Executed during Miller’s formative Marvel period, the page exhibits his distinctive storytelling, dynamic compositions, and bold graphic sensibility, enhanced by Tom Palmer’s polished inks. Editorial blue pencil guidelines, issue and page notations, and original paste-up dialogue elements remain visible, preserving the authentic production process used by Marvel Comics prior to digital publishing. Dimensions: Art: 16 x 10.5 in. Matted: 18.75 x 13.25 in. Provenance: By direct family descent through a Menlo Park, California family and retained for decades before being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate toning and light discoloration. Minor edge wear and corner softening are present. Paste-up elements remain intact with minor adhesive residue and localized lifting. Light handling wear and scattered soiling are visible, primarily along the margins. Ink remains strong and stable throughout. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

182


Lot Number 171

The Flash #306, Page 1 Original Comic Art by Carmine Infantino & Bob Smith (DC Comics, 1982) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original production artwork for The Flash #306 (February 1982), page one splash, illustrated by Carmine Infantino (pencils) and Bob Smith (inks). Ink on paper with extensive original production paste-ups, including the series logo, indicia, title, and editorial text. The dynamic opening page introduces the story “Through a Glass, Darkly!” and depicts the Flash confronting the Mirror Master in a dramatic full-page splash composition characteristic of Infantino’s energetic storytelling and Smith’s refined finishes. Editorial blue pencil notations, page corrections, and multiple production overlays remain visible, providing an authentic record of DC Comics’ pre-digital production process during the early 1980s. A desirable display piece and an excellent example of original Bronze Age comic art from one of DC’s most influential artists. Dimensions: Art: 15.5 x 10.75 in. Framed: 18.25 x 14.5 in. Provenance: By direct family descent through a Menlo Park, California family and retained for decades before being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related toning and discoloration. Minor edge wear and corner softening are present. Paste-up elements remain intact with minor lifting and adhesive residue. Light handling wear and scattered soiling are visible, primarily along the margins. Ink remains bold and stable overall. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

183


Lot Number 172

Captain America #209, Page 15 Original Comic Art by Jack Kirby & Frank Giacoia (Marvel Comics, 1977) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original production artwork for Captain America #209 (May 1977), page 15, illustrated by Jack Kirby (pencils) and Frank Giacoia (inks). Six-panel ink over graphite on Bristol board with original production paste-ups. The artwork features Captain America, Arnim Zola, Doughboy, and supporting characters during the classic “Madbomb” era of Kirby’s celebrated return to Marvel. Panel two is hand-signed by Jack Kirby in black ink. Editorial blue pencil guidelines, issue and page notations, production markings, and original paste-up elements remain visible, documenting Marvel Comics’ pre-digital production process. The reverse bears Marvel copyright stamps and production notations. Captain America #209 is regarded by collectors as a key issue, containing the first full appearance and origin of Doughboy and Primus. Dimensions: Art: 16 x 10.75 in. Matted: 18.5 x 13.25 in. Provenance: By direct family descent through a Menlo Park, California family and retained for decades before being deaccessioned by the present heir. Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related toning and light discoloration. Minor edge wear and corner softening are present. Editorial blue pencil guidelines remain visible at the margins. Paste-up elements are present with minor lifting and adhesive residue. Light handling creases and scattered soiling are evident, more pronounced on the verso. Ink remains strong and stable throughout, with expected production wear consistent with original comic art of the period. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $65 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

184


Lot Number 173

Star Wars: Revenge of the Jedi One-Sheet Movie Poster, 1982 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Original U.S. one-sheet teaser poster for Star Wars: Revenge of the Jedi, the working title for the third film in the original Star Wars trilogy, ultimately released in 1983 as Return of the Jedi. Featuring Drew Struzan’s dramatic composition of Darth Vader looming above the lightsaber duel between Luke Skywalker and Vader. The Revenge of the Jedi campaign was abandoned shortly before the film’s release after George Lucas determined that “revenge” was inconsistent with the philosophy of the Jedi, and the title was changed to Return of the Jedi. Posters bearing the earlier title had already been produced and distributed, making original examples an important artifact of the film’s production and marketing history. This example is the desirable rolled, never-folded issue. Examined and authenticated, with characteristics consistent with original examples, including the correct approximately 27 x 41 in. dimensions; sharply defined blue 20th Century Fox logo with dark black surrounding field at lower right; and clearly rendered detail to Darth Vader’s chest piece. These details are useful in distinguishing period originals from later reproductions. Dimensions: 41 x 27 in. Condition: Good/Very Good. Never folded and retained rolled. Minor rubbing along the edges with two approximately 1/8 in. areas of wear at the lower left and lower right corners. Surface remains bright and glossy with strong original coloration. Scattered foxing to the upper center quadrant of the verso only; recto remains bright and presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $525 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 185


Lot Number 174

PCGS Choice About New 58 Fr. 2201-G 1934 $500 Federal Reserve Note Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Series 1934 $500 Federal Reserve Note, Friedberg 2201-G, issued by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago (District G), serial number G00062775A. Printed from Plate #C1/12 and bearing the portrait of President William McKinley on the face with the distinctive green reverse. Encapsulated and certified Choice About New 58 by PCGS Currency. High-denomination Federal Reserve Notes were originally intended primarily for large financial transactions between banks and businesses and saw comparatively limited public circulation. Production of $500 notes ceased during the Second World War, and the denomination was officially discontinued in 1969, making surviving examples highly sought after by collectors of United States paper money. As United States currency, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Holder: approximately 8.5 x 4.25 in. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Graded Choice About New 58 by PCGS Currency and encapsulated in a protective holder. Sold with the assigned PCGS grade. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

186


Lot Number 175

Three (3) Mixed-Date South African Krugerrand One-Ounce Gold Bullion Coins Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 Group of three South African Krugerrand one-ounce gold bullion coins comprising the dates 1975, 1979, and 1980. First introduced in 1967 by the South African Mint, the Krugerrand became the world’s first modern gold bullion coin intended for private ownership and remains one of the most widely traded bullion issues. Each coin is struck in 22-karat gold (.9167 fine) and contains one troy ounce of pure gold alloyed with copper for increased durability. The obverse features the portrait of Paul Kruger, former President of the South African Republic, while the reverse depicts the iconic springbok antelope designed by Coert Steynberg. The coins are individually housed in protective sleeves. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each: 32.8 mm diameter. Weight: Three (3) troy ounces actual gold weight (AGW); gross weight approximately 101.76 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated to lightly handled examples housed in protective sleeves. Light handling and storage marks consistent with age and storage outside original Mint packaging. Not submitted for third-party grading. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

187


Lot Number 176

1998 Canadian Platinum Gray Wolf Four-Coin Set, 1.85 Troy Oz Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Royal Canadian Mint 1998 Platinum Gray Wolf four-coin proof set comprising four platinum coins in denominations of 1 ounce, 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and 1/10 ounce, for a total platinum weight of 1.85 troy ounces. Issued as part of the Royal Canadian Mint’s celebrated wildlife series, the set features finely engraved depictions of the gray wolf, one of Canada’s most iconic native species. Housed in the original presentation case and accompanied by its certificate of authenticity. Dimensions: Four-coin set totaling 1.85 troy ounces of platinum. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Fair Oaks, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Housed in the original presentation box with certificate of authenticity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

188


Lot Number 177

1897 $10 Liberty Head Gold Eagle in 14K Gold Bezel Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 United States 1897 $10 Liberty Head Gold Eagle mounted in a decorative 14K yellow gold rope-twist bezel with suspension loop for wear as a pendant. Total weight 20.0 grams, including the bezel. The coin displays pleasing original color and is securely mounted in a custom bezel suitable for wear or display. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 20.0 grams (gross) Condition: Coin mounted in a 14K gold bezel. Normal circulation wear to the coin with minor handling wear to the mount. Not removed from the bezel for inspection or grading. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

189


Lot Number 178

2009 Canadian Gold Maple Leaf One-Ounce Coin Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Royal Canadian Mint 2009 Gold Maple Leaf one-ounce bullion coin struck in .9999 fine gold. Introduced in 1979, the Gold Maple Leaf is among the world’s most respected bullion issues, prized for its exceptional purity and iconic maple leaf reverse. The obverse bears the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt with a face value of 50 dollars, while the reverse features Canada’s national emblem, the sugar maple leaf. Contains one troy ounce of pure gold. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 1.18 in. diameter (30 mm). Weight: 1 troy oz. (.9999 fine gold) Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Presents with bright original surfaces and sharp strike. Housed in a protective sleeve. Not professionally graded. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

190


Lot Number 179

1991 California Gold One-Ounce Proof Coin Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Issued by the State of California in 1991, this one-ounce proof gold commemorative features the Great Seal of the State of California on the obverse and a grizzly bear with cub on the reverse. Struck in .9999 fine gold, the piece contains one troy ounce of pure gold and was produced with mirror fields and frosted devices characteristic of proof coinage. The original issue celebrated California’s natural heritage and Gold Rush legacy, making these state-issued commemoratives a distinctive addition to modern American gold bullion collections. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 1.30 in. diameter (approx.) Weight: 1 troy oz. (.9999 fine gold) Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Presents with bright proof surfaces and strong mirrored finish. No grade has been assigned. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

191


Lot Number 180

2006-W American Gold Buffalo $50, NGC MS69 First Strikes Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 United States 2006-W American Gold Buffalo $50 bullion coin, certified NGC MS69 First Strikes. Introduced in 2006, the American Gold Buffalo was the first United States Mint bullion coin struck in .9999 fine (24-karat) gold, marking a significant milestone in modern American coinage. James Earle Fraser’s celebrated 1913 Buffalo Nickel design is faithfully reproduced, featuring a Native American portrait on the obverse and an American bison on the reverse. The “First Strikes” designation recognizes coins received by NGC within the initial release period from the U.S. Mint, adding collector appeal beyond the coin’s intrinsic gold value. Containing one troy ounce of .9999 fine gold, the American Gold Buffalo has become one of the premier modern bullion issues worldwide. As United States legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: NGC holder: approximately 3.4 x 2.4 in. Weight: One troy ounce actual gold weight (31.1 grams); weight with holder approximately 57 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Certified NGC MS69 First Strikes. Encapsulated in the original NGC holder. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

192


Lot Number 181

1986 Australian Gold Nugget Four-Coin Proof Set Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Complete four-coin 1986 Australian Gold Nugget proof set, issued by the Perth Mint and housed in its original fitted presentation case. The set includes the $100, $50, $25, and $15 denomination proof coins, each struck in .9999 fine gold and featuring the celebrated Australian Nugget design, with Queen Elizabeth II portrayed on the obverse. Introduced in 1986, the Australian Nugget series was among the first modern bullion programs struck in .9999 fine gold and remains one of the world’s most respected gold coin issues. Complete proof sets from the inaugural year are increasingly sought after for their limited production, exceptional mint quality, and appeal to both bullion investors and world coin collectors. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Original presentation case approximately 10.5 x 3 x 1 in. Weight: Total actual gold weight: 1.85 troy ounces (approximately 57.5 grams). Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Coins encapsulated and housed in the original Perth Mint presentation case. Bright proof surfaces with frosted devices and mirrored fields. Case exhibits light storage wear consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

193


Lot Number 182

Three (3) 1947 Mexican 50 Pesos Gold Bullion Coins Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 Three Mexican 50 Pesos gold bullion coins, each bearing the 1947 restrike date. First introduced in 1921 to commemorate the centennial of Mexico’s independence, the 50 Pesos (“Centenario”) is among the world’s most recognized gold bullion coins. Each contains 37.5 grams (1.2057 troy ounces) of .900 fine gold for a combined actual gold weight of approximately 3.617 troy ounces. The obverse depicts the Winged Victory monument before the volcanic peaks Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, while the reverse features the Mexican coat of arms with eagle and serpent. Highly regarded by both bullion investors and world gold coin collectors for their substantial gold content, historic design, and international liquidity. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each: 37 mm diameter. Combined weight: 121.2 grams (3.617 troy ounces actual gold weight). Weight: 121.2 grams total. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Each housed in a protective holder. Light handling and storage marks consistent with bullion coins that have been individually handled; overall bright, attractive examples. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

194


Lot Number 183

Four (4) 1980 South African Krugerrand One-Ounce Gold Bullion Coins Estimate: $10,000 – $20,000 Group of four South African Krugerrand one-ounce gold bullion coins, all dated 1980. Introduced in 1967 by the South African Mint, the Krugerrand was the world’s first modern gold bullion coin intended for private ownership and remains one of the most widely recognized and actively traded bullion issues. Each coin is struck in 22-karat gold (.9167 fine) and contains one troy ounce of pure gold alloyed with copper for enhanced durability. The obverse features the portrait of Paul Kruger, former President of the South African Republic, while the reverse depicts the springbok antelope designed by Coert Steynberg. The coins are individually housed in protective sleeves. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each: 32.8 mm diameter. Weight: Four (4) troy ounces actual gold weight (AGW); gross weight approximately 135.7 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated to lightly handled examples housed in protective sleeves. Light handling and storage marks consistent with age and storage outside original Mint packaging. Not submitted for third-party grading. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

195


Lot Number 184

Five (5) Mixed-Date South African Krugerrand One-Ounce Gold Bullion Coins Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000 Group of five South African Krugerrand one-ounce gold bullion coins comprising the dates 1976, 1978, 1979, and two examples dated 1983. First introduced in 1967 by the South African Mint, the Krugerrand became the world’s first modern gold bullion coin intended for private ownership and remains one of the most widely traded bullion issues. Each coin is struck in 22-karat gold (.9167 fine) and contains one troy ounce of pure gold alloyed with copper for increased durability. The obverse features the portrait of Paul Kruger, former President of the South African Republic, while the reverse depicts the iconic springbok antelope designed by Coert Steynberg. The coins are individually housed in protective sleeves. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each: 32.8 mm diameter. Weight: Five (5) troy ounces actual gold weight (AGW); gross weight approximately 169.6 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated to lightly handled examples housed in protective sleeves. Light handling and storage marks consistent with age and storage outside original Mint packaging. Not submitted for third-party grading. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

196


Lot Number 185

Four (4) 1997 American Gold Eagle One-Ounce Bullion Coins Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 Group of four United States American Gold Eagle one-ounce bullion coins, all dated 1997. Introduced in 1986 by the United States Mint, the American Gold Eagle is the nation’s official gold bullion coin and is struck from 22-karat gold (.9167 fine), with each coin containing one troy ounce of pure gold alloyed with silver and copper for added durability. The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ celebrated full-length figure of Liberty, while the reverse bears Miley Busiek’s family of bald eagles design, used through 2021. The coins are individually housed in protective sleeves. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each: 32.7 mm diameter. Weight: Four (4) troy ounces actual gold weight (AGW); gross weight approximately 135.7 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated examples housed in protective sleeves. Light handling marks consistent with storage outside original Mint packaging. Not submitted for third-party grading. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

197


Lot Number 186

Seven (7) 1998 American Gold Eagle One-Ounce Bullion Coins Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000 Group of seven (7) 1998 American Gold Eagle one-ounce bullion coins, each struck by the United States Mint in .9167 fine (22 karat) gold containing one troy ounce of pure gold. Introduced in 1986, the American Gold Eagle is the United States’ official gold bullion coin and remains among the most widely traded investment coins in the world. The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ celebrated full-length figure of Liberty, adapted from his iconic 1907 double eagle design, while the reverse bears Miley Busiek’s original family of eagles motif. Offered together as a single bullion lot, the group contains a total of 7 troy ounces of fine gold. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each approximately 32.7 mm diameter. Weight: 7 troy ounces actual gold weight (approximately 237.8 grams gross). Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated bullion coins with typical minor handling and contact marks associated with storage in protective holders. Individual coins have not been professionally graded. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

198


Lot Number 187

Eighteen (18) 1999 American Gold Eagle One-Ounce Bullion Coins Estimate: $50,000 – $100,000 Group of eighteen (18) 1999 American Gold Eagle one-ounce bullion coins, each struck by the United States Mint in .9167 fine (22 karat) gold containing one troy ounce of pure gold. Introduced in 1986, the American Gold Eagle is the United States’ official gold bullion coin and remains among the most actively traded investment coins in the world. The obverse features Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ celebrated full-length figure of Liberty, adapted from his acclaimed 1907 double eagle design, while the reverse bears Miley Busiek’s original family of eagles motif. Offered together as a single bullion lot, the group contains a total of 18 troy ounces of fine gold. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Each approximately 32.7 mm diameter; housed in an original U.S. Mint plastic tube. Weight: 18 troy ounces actual gold weight (approximately 610 grams gross). Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Uncirculated bullion coins with typical minor handling and contact marks from storage in the original mint tube. Individual coins have not been professionally graded. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

199


Lot Number 188

1978 South Africa 1 oz. Gold Krugerrand Pendant, 36.4 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 South African 1978 one-ounce Gold Krugerrand mounted in a custom 14-karat yellow gold pendant bezel. XRF analysis confirms the bezel is fabricated from 14-karat gold. The pendant retains its suspension bail and showcases both the obverse portrait of Paul Kruger and the reverse springbok antelope design. The Krugerrand, first introduced in 1967, became the world’s first modern bullion coin and remains one of the most widely recognized investment gold coins. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 1.25 x 1.5 in., high: Weight: 36.4 grams Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear and handling marks consistent with age and use. The coin displays bright original surfaces and is securely mounted within the custom bezel. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

200


Lot Number 189

U.S. American Eagle 1 Oz Gold Coin Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Bezel, 39.8 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 United States American Eagle one-ounce gold bullion coin mounted in a custom 14K yellow gold twisted rope bezel with integral bail. The coin bears Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ celebrated full-length figure of Liberty on the obverse and Miley Busiek’s family of eagles design on the reverse, one of the most iconic modern American bullion coin designs. Dimensions: Diameter: 1.75 inches. Weight: 39.8 grams Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Light wear to the bezel consistent with careful handling. Coin presents well. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

201


Lot Number 190

1/2 Oz Isle of Man Gold Cat Coin Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds and Rubies, 37.4 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Pendant centered by a 1/2 ounce Isle of Man Gold Cat bullion coin in an 18K yellow gold mount accented with eight calibrated baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.45 carat, graded VS-1 clarity and H color, forty-eight pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.48 carat, graded VS-2 to SI-1 clarity and H–I color, and two square-cut rubies totaling approximately 0.10 carat. The sculptural pendant is designed with an articulated diamond-set bail suitable for a substantial chain. Dimensions: 2.5 in. long. Total weight: 37.4 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

202


Lot Number 191

1896 Liberty Head $10 Gold Eagle Coin Pendant Necklace, 36 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 American 1896 Liberty Head $10 Gold Eagle mounted as a pendant in a decorative rope-twist yellow gold bezel and suspended from a matching rope-link yellow gold necklace. The pendant features a genuine United States Mint Liberty Head Eagle designed by Christian Gobrecht, with the obverse depicting Liberty wearing a coronet and the reverse displaying the heraldic eagle with shield. The mounting securely holds the coin without obscuring the principal design elements, and the coin has not been drilled, soldered, or otherwise compromised by its incorporation into the pendant. XRF analysis confirms the necklace and pendant mounting test as approximately 14-karat gold. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: Chain approximately 18 in. long. Weight: 36 grams gross. Provenance: From the estate of a longtime Sacramento, California collector. Condition: Very good overall condition with light wear consistent with careful use. The coin exhibits circulation appropriate to its age and remains securely mounted. Necklace clasp functions properly. XRF tested approximately 14-karat gold. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

203


Lot Number 192

14K Yellow Gold Chain with 1924 Saint-Gaudens $20 Gold Coin Pendant, 65.8 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 14K Yellow Gold braided rope-link chain measuring 33 inches in length, suspending a genuine 1924 United States SaintGaudens $20 Double Eagle Gold coin mounted in a custom 14K Yellow Gold bezel. Designed by renowned sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the Double Eagle is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful coins ever produced by the United States Mint, featuring Liberty striding forward on the obverse and a soaring eagle on the reverse. Total weight: 65.8 grams. Dimensions: Pendant 1.8 x 1.3 x 0.2 in.; Chain 33 in. Weight: 65.8 grams. Provenance: Property from a prominent Modesto, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

204


Lot Number 193

14–18K Gold Necklace Mounted with Five Mexican 10 Pesos Gold Coins, 90 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Five genuine Mexican 10 Pesos gold coins mounted as pendants on a substantial yellow gold necklace. The coins comprise one 1907, one 1908, and three 1917 issues, each set within decorative gold bezels suspended from a heavy link chain. The clasp is marked 14K, while XRF analysis indicates the chain, bezels, and mounts test between 14K and 18K gold. The five coins have a combined gross weight of approximately 41.665 grams and a combined actual gold weight of 1.2055 troy ounces. The necklace, bezels, and clasp weigh approximately 48.3 grams after deducting the gross weight of the coins. As legal tender gold bullion coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 18 in. long. Weight: Overall: 90.0 grams. Five Mexican 10 Pesos coins: approximately 41.665 grams gross weight; 1.2055 troy ounces actual gold weight. Necklace, bezels, and clasp (14K–18K): approximately 48.3 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Clasp marked 14K; chain, bezels, and mounts test between 14K and 18K gold by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

205


Lot Number 194

14K Gold Double Eagle Money Clip, 57.1 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Custom 14-karat yellow gold money clip mounted with a genuine 1924 Saint-Gaudens $20 Double Eagle gold coin. XRF analysis confirms the clip is fabricated from 14-karat gold. The iconic Double Eagle, designed by Augustus Saint-Gaudens and introduced in 1907, is widely regarded as one of the finest designs in the history of United States coinage. The coin is securely housed within a custom bezel that displays the obverse while incorporating it into a substantial and functional money clip. As United States coinage, this lot is exempt from applicable California sales tax. Dimensions: 1.25 x 2 in., high: Weight: 57.1 grams Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear and minor handling marks consistent with normal use. The money clip retains good spring tension. The mounted 1924 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle exhibits light circulation wear consistent with handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

206


Lot Number 195

23K Yellow Gold Necklace and 20K Gold Pendant, 42.8 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Yellow gold necklace fitted with a hook clasp and rectangular open-link design, suspended with a rectangular pendant. The pendant is decorated with a relief-carved dragon on one side and Chinese characters on the reverse within an ornate pierced border. Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. The necklace tests 23K gold and weighs 30.2 grams. The pendant tests 20K gold and weighs 12.6 grams. Dimensions: 19 in. long. Weight: Necklace 30.2 grams; pendant 12.6 grams (42.8 grams total). Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

207


Lot Number 196

Lot Number 197

24K Yellow Gold Necklace, 63 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $1,000

18K Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet, 49 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000

24K yellow gold necklace featuring an open teardrop link design. The necklace measures 32 inches in length and is designed as a continuous strand without a clasp. Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Weighing 63 grams of fine gold.

Heavy 18K yellow gold bracelet composed of five rows of articulated square links forming a broad, flexible band. The bracelet is fitted with an integrated box clasp and folding safety catch, providing a secure closure while maintaining the continuous appearance of the design. Marked “18KT ITALY” on the clasp, indicating Italian manufacture.

Dimensions: 32 in. long. Weight: 63 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner.

Dimensions: Approximately 0.75 x 7.25 in. Weight: 49 grams Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, deaccessioned after decades of ownership.

Lot Number 198

Lot Number 199

23K Yellow Gold Necklace, 45.6 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000

24K Yellow Gold Necklace, 112.7 Grams Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000

23K yellow gold necklace featuring alternating faceted and ribbed rectangular links with a hook clasp bearing an Asian hallmark. The necklace measures 23 inches in length. Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Weighing 45.6 grams of fine gold.

24K yellow gold necklace featuring an interwoven link design with a hook clasp marked “.999.” The necklace measures 26 inches in length. Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Weighing 112.7 grams of fine gold. Dimensions: 26 in. long. Weight: 112.7 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner.

Dimensions: 23 in. long. Weight: 45.6 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner.

Condition: Very good condition throughout, with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. The bracelet (Lot 197) shows wear consistent with age and careful use; its clasp and safety catch function properly. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. 208


Lot Number 200

24K Gold Link Necklace, 79.3 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 24K yellow gold necklace featuring elongated rectangular links with alternating engraved and polished geometric decoration. The necklace measures 24 inches in length and is fitted with a traditional hook clasp marked “999.9.” Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Weighing 79.3 grams of fine gold. Dimensions: 24 in. long. Weight:79.3 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Gold purity confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 201

14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Pearl Bracelet, 33.3 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold bracelet set with eleven (11) round-cut rubies totaling approximately 1.10 carats and thirty-three (33) cultured pearls measuring approximately 5.0 to 5.5 mm. The bracelet features repeating floral motifs, each centered by a ruby and surrounded by pearls, joined by textured circular links and finished with a concealed box clasp and safety latch. Dimensions: Length: 7.25 inches. Weight: 33.3 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 209


Lot Number 202

18K Yellow Gold Fringe Necklace, 57.1 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Yellow gold fringe necklace featuring a graduated series of polished tapering bar drops suspended from an articulated open-link collar. The necklace is stamped 18K, while XRF analysis indicates a gold purity of approximately 17K. Finished with an integrated box clasp and safety catch. Dimensions: Approximately 14 in. long; 57.1 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Stamped 18K; XRF analysis indicates approximately 17K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

210


Lot Number 203

14K Yellow Gold Inlaid Bracelet, 43.9 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold hinged bracelet with geometric turquoise-colored inlay and square green hardstone accents. The bracelet is fitted with a concealed box clasp and safety chain and is marked “14K.” Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 2.25 x 2.5 in. interior. Weight: 43.9 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

211


Lot Number 204

18K Yellow Gold Peruvian Bracelet, 70.9 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 18K yellow gold bracelet composed of hinged openwork panels depicting scenes inspired by Pre-Columbian Peruvian art, including figures, animals, and geometric motifs. The bracelet is fitted with a concealed box clasp and safety chain. Clasp marked “ARTE ORFEBRE / MADE IN PERU / REG 7789 / 18K.” Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 2 in. interior diameter. Weight: 70.9 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

212


Lot Number 205

18K White & Yellow Gold Men’s Ring, 32 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Men’s ring crafted in 18-karat yellow and white gold, featuring a square white gold bezel with a raised relief depicting two confronted birds flanking a central shield within scrolling ornament. The broad, stepped yellow gold shank reflects a mid- to late twentieth-century design. XRF analysis confirms the 18-karat gold content. Weight 32 grams. Dimensions: Approximate ring size 11. Weight: 32 grams Provenance: Family heirloom by direct descent through a Sacramento, California family. Condition: Good overall condition with light surface wear and minor abrasions consistent with age and use. XRF analysis confirms the 18-karat gold content. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

213


Lot Number 206

14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, 32.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold curb link bracelet featuring substantial faceted links with an integrated box clasp and safety catch. The bracelet measures 10.1 mm in width by 8.5 inches in length and weighs 32.7 grams. Dimensions: 10.1 mm wide by 8.5 inches long. Total weight: 32.7 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sacramento, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

Lot Number 207

14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, 36.1 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold curb-link bracelet featuring substantial polished links and a concealed box clasp with dual safety catches. The classic curb-link design has remained a staple of fine jewelry for generations, prized for its durability, comfortable wear, and timeless appeal. The bracelet is stamped 14K and weighs 36.1 grams. Dimensions: 8.2mm wide and 8.5 inches long. Total weight: 36.1 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Davis, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

214


Lot Number 208

Seven (7) 14K Yellow Gold Charm Pendants, 115.1 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Collection of seven (7) 14K Yellow Gold charm pendants, including a circular Moses and the Tablets charm set with four (4) gemstones; a circular hand-painted portrait miniature charm framed by fourteen (14) pearls; an automobile charm accented by four (4) Rubies and six (6) Sapphires; a bell-shaped slide locket set with two (2) heart-shaped Amethysts; a box-form Moses and the Tablets charm with three (3) Rubies and clear viewing panels; a violin case charm opening to reveal a Gold violin accented with Turquoise and Coral cabochons; and a miniature grand piano with wind-up musical mechanism, set with Turquoise and Coral cabochons. Charm bracelets and novelty pendants of this quality became highly fashionable during the mid-twentieth century, prized for their craftsmanship, mechanical features, and whimsical subjects. Total weight: 115.1 grams. Dimensions: Largest measures 1.5 in. across. Total weight: 115.1 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present Sacramento, California heir. Now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition. Wind-up music mechanism in piano charm is not currently functioning. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

215


Lot Number 209

Ruser 14k Gold Lighter with Bark-Texture Case, 66 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A mid-century signed Ruser 14k yellow gold lighter, executed in the firm’s distinctive bark-texture finish and reflecting the bold organic styling favored in postwar American luxury design. The rectangular lighter features deeply striated vertical texturing with contrasting polished highlights, creating a sculptural surface effect characteristic of high-end Beverly Hills jewelers during the 1950s and 1960s. The lighter is signed “Ruser” and marked “14K.” The lighter is engraved with the initials “R.F.S.” to one end and bears the inscription “My Love Always Jean” to the base, suggesting presentation as a personal gift. Ruser became one of the most fashionable American luxury jewelers of the period, known for producing imaginative gold accessories and jewelry for Hollywood clientele and affluent West Coast patrons. Gold accessories of this type were often commissioned as bespoke personal objects. Height: 2 1/4 in. Width: 1 1/2 in. Depth: 1/2 in. Weight: approximately 66 grams Dimensions: 2.25 x 1.5 x .5in. Condition: Light surface wear and handling marks consistent with age and use. Engravings remain clear and legible. Not tested and does not appear to be in working order. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

216


Lot Number 210

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace, 42.0 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold necklace set with one hundred three (103) channel-set calibrated baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.03 carats, graded VS-1 clarity and G-H color, accented by eleven (11) prong-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.14 carats, graded VS-1 clarity and H-I color. The necklace features an elegant openwork design highlighted by a graduated diamond motif at the center. Dimensions: Measures 18.5 inches long. Total weight: 42.0 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Berkeley, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

Lot Number 211

14K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet, 30.6 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold link bracelet featuring an alternating polished and textured link design that creates a substantial, flexible bracelet suitable for everyday wear. The bracelet is stamped 14K and secures with a concealed box clasp and safety latch. Total weight: 30.6 grams. Dimensions: Measures approximately 10.0 mm wide and 7.5 inches in length. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Roseville, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 217


Lot Number 212

14K Yellow Gold Rope Chain, 53.5 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K yellow gold rope chain featuring a classic twisted-link design that offers both durability and timeless appeal. The chain measures 26 inches in length with a 5.0 mm width and is finished with a secure box clasp and safety latch. A versatile piece suitable for wear alone or with a pendant. Total weight: 53.5 grams. Dimensions: Measures approximately 5.0 mm wide and 26 inches in length. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Roseville, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

Lot Number 213

14K Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet, 51.7 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K Yellow Gold wide link bracelet featuring an openwork design of interwoven polished links with bead accents. The bracelet is fitted with an integrated box clasp and folding safety catch. Dimensions: 17.0 mm wide and 8 in. long. Total weight: 51.7 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present Sacramento, California heir. Now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). 218


Lot Number 214

Two High-Karat (19–24K) Gold Necklaces with Charms, 22 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising two high-karat yellow gold necklaces with pendants. One necklace is suspended with an intricate filigree cross pendant, while the other features a large circular filigree pendant. The necklaces test between approximately 19K and 24K gold by XRF analysis and are offered together as a wearable jewelry lot. Combined weight 22 grams. Dimensions: Longest chain: 18 in. long. Combined weight: 22 grams. Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Gold purity confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

219


Lot Number 215

22K Yellow Gold Link Necklace, 32.2 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Yellow gold necklace featuring a repeating faceted geometric link design with a hook-and-eye clasp. The clasp is marked “24K,” while XRF analysis indicates approximately 22K gold purity. Dimensions: Approximately 26 in. long; 32.2 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Clasp marked “24K.” XRF analysis indicates approximately 22K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 216

24K Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet, 54.3 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 High-karat yellow gold curb link bracelet with a substantial rounded link design and hook-and-eye clasp. The clasp is marked “999,” and XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Dimensions: Approximately 8 in. long; 54.3 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Clasp marked “999.” XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. 220


Lot Number 217

24K Yellow Gold Fancy Link Necklace, 60.8 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 High-karat yellow gold necklace featuring a wide, multi-row fancy link design with faceted bead accents and a hook-and-eye clasp. The clasp is marked “999,” and XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Dimensions: Approximately 17.5 in. long; 60.8 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Clasp marked “999.” XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

221


Lot Number 218

24K Yellow Gold Link Necklace, 37.6 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 High-karat yellow gold link necklace executed in a geometric articulated link design with a hook-and-eye clasp. The clasp is marked “999,” and XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Dimensions: Approximately 23 in. long; 37.6 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. Clasp marked “999.” XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

222


Lot Number 219

24K Yellow Gold Link Necklace, 30.4 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 High-karat yellow gold link necklace executed in a geometric articulated link design with a hook-and-eye clasp. XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Dimensions: Approximately 23 in. long; 30.4 grams. Provenance: Lifetime collection of a Northern California coin dealer, assembled over several decades and now being deaccessioned by family on behalf of the owner. Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal handling. XRF analysis confirms approximately 24K gold purity. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

223


Lot Number 220

18K Gold Bracelet with Diamonds, 24 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Contemporary 18K yellow gold bracelet featuring a flexible woven-link design accented by bezel-set round diamonds spaced evenly across the bracelet. XRF analysis confirms the bracelet is constructed of 18-karat gold. The bracelet is fitted with an integrated tongue-and-groove clasp with dual safety catches, providing a secure closure while maintaining the clean, continuous profile of the design. Dimensions: Approximately 8 in. long. Weight: 24 grams Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, deaccessioned after decades of ownership. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with careful use. Diamonds are securely mounted and the clasp and safety catches function properly. XRF tested. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

224


Lot Number 221

18K Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet, 25 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Contemporary 18K yellow gold hinged bangle bracelet accented with a series of flush-set round diamonds spaced evenly around the exterior. The bracelet features a concealed box clasp with figure-eight safety catch. XRF analysis confirms the bracelet is 18K gold. Dimensions: Approximately 2.5 x 2 in. Weight: 25 grams. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, deaccessioned after decades of ownership. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with normal use. Clasp and safety catch function properly, and the diamonds appear secure in their settings. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

225


Lot Number 222

24K Yellow Gold Link Chain, 30.3 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 24K Yellow Gold link chain featuring a classic rounded link design with an “S” style clasp. Crafted in high-purity 24-karat gold, the chain measures 27 inches in length and weighs 30.3 grams. Dimensions: Chain 27 in. Weight: 30.3 grams. Provenance: Property from a prominent Modesto, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

226


Lot Number 223

Style 38 “Eroica” Three-Disc Symphonion Floor Model Music Box with Clock Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A late nineteenth to early twentieth century Symphonion Style 38 “Eroica” upright disc music box with integrated clock, housed in its original walnut case. Manufactured in Leipzig, Germany, by Symphonion Musikwerke, the model represents one of the firm’s most ambitious productions, utilizing a sophisticated three-disc mechanism designed to produce unusually rich tonal depth and orchestral complexity. The movement employs three simultaneously playing 14-inch steel discs, each activating separate combs to create layered harmonic arrangements beyond the capability of conventional single-disc music boxes. The case retains its original clock with dual-wind movement, side crank handles, and glazed lower door with an allegorical panel signed “Konkel.” Interior photographs show the original three-disc carriage assembly, and the lot includes period Symphonion discs. The Style 38 “Eroica” remains among the most desirable Symphonion floor models for its engineering, sound quality, and impressive floor-standing design. Dimensions: : 104 in. high x 27 in. wide x 17 1/2 in. deep. Provenance: Acquired by Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Rathbone of Glendale, California, in 1965, accompanied by the original appraisal letter from Milton Holland, Fine Arts Appraiser, dated March 17, 1965, and a business card from Hagen’s Antiques, Benicia, California. By descent in the Rathbone family to the present owner. Condition: The walnut case retains its original finish with an attractive, well-preserved patina. The clock and three-disc music box mechanism are complete, and the music box is in working order, producing a clear, pleasing tone. Surface wear, scattered scratches, and minor finish losses are consistent with age and normal use. Oxidation and light spotting to the steel discs and interior hardware are commensurate with age. The clock has not been evaluated for long-term timekeeping accuracy. Pickup & Shipping: : Free Sacramento pickup. Blanket-wrapped delivery within California via Delbert McCrea at (831) 566-6088. For cross-country shipping, CCC Transport can be reached at (929) 450-5027.

227


Lot Number 224

Cartier Guilloché Enamel Repeater Desk Clock, Paris/London, Early 20th Century Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Cartier repeating desk clock, crafted in silver with richly colored translucent purple guilloché enamel panels over engine-turned grounds. The compact rectangular case retains its original white enamel dial with stylized Arabic numerals and elegant pierced gilt hands, signed “Cartier” and “Paris Londres.” A push-piece projects from the top to activate the repeating mechanism, while apertures in the side permit winding and setting. Produced during the golden age of Cartier’s luxury objets d’art, the clock exemplifies the firm’s collaboration with Europe’s finest enamellers and specialist clockmakers during the early twentieth century. The vivid purple sunburst guilloché enamel on both the front and reverse remains the visual highlight of the piece and is characteristic of Cartier’s finest travel clocks and desk accessories of the period. The underside is stamped with several workshop and inventory numbers, including 71902, S, 1541, 23 2 3, and 1680, providing useful manufacturing and service references. Dimensions: 2 x 1.25 x 2.5 in., high. Provenance: Collection of a retired Sacramento physician. Condition: Missing its original feet, winding key, and outer presentation/travel case. Enamel panels generally well preserved with light surface wear, scattered scratches, and minor edge losses. Dial with light age-related wear. Silver case with expected oxidation and handling marks. Underside stamped 71902 / S / 1541 / 23 2 3 / 1680. Timekeeping and repeating mechanism untested at the time of cataloguing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

228


Lot Number 225

Swiss Quarter Hour Repeater Automation Pocket Watch Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Swiss quarter hour repeater automation pocket watch housed in an unmarked yellow gold case, confirmed by XRF analysis as 18K gold. The automaton depicts two figures striking suspended bells in conjunction with the quarter-hour repeating mechanism, an ingenious complication combining animated mechanical figures with the audible striking of the hours and quarter hours on demand. An engraved gilt-metal inner cover protects the finely finished Swiss movement, reflecting the craftsmanship associated with high-grade Swiss complicated watches of the late nineteenth century. Dimensions: Dial: 49 mm. Case: 53 mm Provenance: Property by direct family descent to the present Sacramento, California heir, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist. Movement is functioning but not keeping accurate time. Case exhibits damage at the hinge. White enamel center dial with losses at approximately the 2 o’clock position. With key. Unmarked gold case tested by XRF as 18K. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

229


Lot Number 226

C.H. Calame 18K Gold Swiss Double Watch Pocket Watch, 103 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Late 19th-century Swiss double watch by C.H. Calame, Genève, housed in an XRF-confirmed 18K yellow gold 53 mm hunting case. The richly hand-engraved case features dense foliate scroll decoration surrounding a vacant shield-shaped cartouche, while the opposing cover is engraved with a finely executed pastoral scene. The movement is signed “C.H. Calame, Genève” and further engraved “Detached Lever, Observation Piece, 21 Jewels, Parachute & Compensation,” reflecting the high-grade construction associated with Swiss precision watchmaking of the period. The watch incorporates a dual-time display with two independent Roman numeral dials on a gilt engine, an uncommon complication intended for tracking two time zones or local and reference time. Dimensions: 53 mm. Weight: 103 grams Provenance: Property by direct family descent to the present Carmichael, California heir, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Movement is currently not running. XRF testing confirms the case as 18K gold. The hunting case opens and closes properly and retains crisp engraved decoration with light handling wear consistent with age. Signed 21-jewel movement present. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

230


Lot Number 227

Patek Philippe & Cie. Geneva 18K Gold Pocket Watch, 111 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A Patek Philippe & Cie. Geneva pocket watch, movement no. 68394, housed in a richly engraved 18-karat gold case marked W.B. & Co. The case is decorated throughout with dense foliate scroll engraving and features a finely engraved pastoral village scene to the front cover and a portrait vignette to the reverse. The inner cuvette is engraved “Walter G. Brown,” “1854,” and “Harry L. Brown,” preserving an intriguing record of the watch’s early ownership history. The white enamel dial is signed Patek Philippe & Co., Genève, with Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds register, and blued steel hands. The movement is a high-grade Geneva-made jeweled movement bearing the Patek Philippe signature and serial number 68394. During the nineteenth century, Patek Philippe established its reputation among royalty, industrialists, and discerning collectors through the production of exceptionally precise pocket watches finished to the highest standards of Swiss horology. Dimensions: 2 in. diameter (case); 1.5 in. diameter (dial). Weight: 111 grams gross. Provenance: Discovered within the family of the heir to the Louis Vuitton travel trunk offered in this sale, descending from Lt. Col. Carl H. Trik (1891–1951), a veteran of both World War I and World War II who received the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during the attack on Pearl Harbor; thence by family descent. The present watch forms part of a group of luxury objects bearing the name or monogram of Harry L. Brown, including Tiffany & Co. sterling silver services and related personal effects. Condition: Retains its original signed dial, engraved 18K gold hunter case, and signed movement. Light wear consistent with age and careful handling. The watch is missing its suspension bow at the pendant. The dial appears free of major damage under casual inspection. The watch was not running at the time of cataloguing. Movement not examined by a watchmaker and no guarantee is made as to accuracy or long-term operation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

231


Lot Number 228

14K Gold Elgin Hunting Case Pocket Watch with Chain, 57 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 American, circa 1896. Lady’s 14K yellow gold hunting case pocket watch by the Elgin National Watch Company, housed in an engraved Dueber Champion case and accompanied by a period rope-link chain. The watch contains a 15-jewel, Grade 129, Model 1 movement, serial number 6124258, manufactured in 1896 as part of a production run of just 1,000 examples. The white enamel dial features black Roman numerals, gilt floral decoration, blued steel hands, and a subsidiary seconds register. The elaborately hand-engraved hunting case is decorated with Victorian floral and foliate motifs and bears a central monogram. The interior dust cover is engraved “With love Papa,” adding a personal period inscription. XRF analysis confirms both the watch case and chain test as approximately 14-karat gold. Dimensions: 22 mm movement; 35 mm case; chain approximately 20 in. long. Weight: 57 grams gross; watch 41 grams; chain 16 grams. Provenance: From the estate of a longtime Sacramento, California collector. Condition: Winds, sets, and is currently running, holding time at the time of cataloguing. White enamel dial with light wear consistent with age. Engraved 14K Dueber Champion hunting case with expected surface wear and light handling marks. Movement clean and signed. XRF tested and confirmed approximately 14-karat gold. No warranty is made as to future mechanical performance. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

232


Lot Number 229

Elgin National Watch Co. 14K Gold Hunter-Case Pocket Watch, 132.2 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 The movement is signed Elgin Nat’l Watch Co. and bears serial number 4,995,097, identifying it as an 18 Size Grade 27 B.W. Raymond movement manufactured in 1893. The watch features a white enamel Roman numeral dial with subsidiary seconds register, blued steel hands, and a finely engraved nickel movement signed B.W. Raymond. The 14-karat gold hunter case is richly decorated with floral and aesthetic-period ornamentation, including a hanging framed landscape motif to one cover and a decorative floral cartouche to the reverse. The interior case is marked “Warranted 14K” and retains a patented dust cover marked “Pat. April 25, 1882.” The case is fitted with a desirable box hinge, a construction feature commonly associated with higher-grade nineteenth-century watch cases. The movement is a 15-jewel, lever-set railroad-grade model adjusted to position, temperature, and isochronism. Dimensions: Dial approximately 1.75 in. diameter; case approximately 2.1 in. diameter. Weight: 132.2 grams gross. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the Santa Rosa, California heir. Condition: Not running at the time of cataloguing. Enamel dial with hairlines and cracks. Front crystal cracked. Hunter-case hinge and box hinge exhibit wear but remain attached. Case displays light surface wear, minor dents, and age-related handling marks consistent with use. Movement appears complete but has not been examined by a watchmaker. Sold as-is. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

233


Lot Number 230

E. Howard & Co. 14K Tri-Color Gold Hunter Case Pocket Watch, 70.0 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 E. Howard & Co., Boston, ladies’ Size G 14K tri-color gold hunter case pocket watch housed in an elaborately engraved floral case with rose, green, and yellow gold highlights and a central monogram cartouche. The white porcelain dial features Roman numeral hour markers with subsidiary seconds and blued steel hands. The gilt Series VI, Grade No. 4 movement is signed E. Howard & Co., Boston and numbered 102834, corresponding to a movement manufactured circa 1887–1888 with 15 jewels, nickel finish, Howard’s patented regulator, and Size G configuration. Dimensions: Diameter: 39 mm. Weight: 70.0 grams Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Running at the time of cataloguing. Crystal loose. The front cover bears a period engraved monogram. Light wear consistent with age and careful use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

234


Lot Number 231

14K Multi-Colored Gold Elgin Pocket Watch, Chain & Fob, 135.3 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 American 16-size Elgin National Watch Co. hunting-case pocket watch housed in an engraved and engine-turned 14-karat multi-colored gold box-hinged hunting case marked 14K/585 Fine. The richly decorated case features a relief elk’s head surrounded by floral motifs on the front cover and an engraved monogram to the reverse, with yellow, rose, and green gold accents enhancing the finely engraved design. The watch is powered by an Elgin Grade 386 movement, serial no. 20306333, manufactured in 1918, with 17 ruby and sapphire jewels, screw-set, hunting configuration, 3/4 plate, double roller, and pendant wind and set. Accompanying the watch is a 14-karat gold watch chain and a gold cigar cutter fob testing approximately 7-karat by XRF analysis. The watch case and chain were confirmed as 14-karat gold by XRF testing. Weight: Watch: 96 grams; Chain: 33 grams; Fob: Approximately 6 grams (total 135.3 grams) Dimensions: 16 size Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: The watch winds and was running at the time of cataloguing. Movement appears clean. Light handling wear and minor surface scratches consistent with age and use. The box-hinged case closes properly. No guarantee is made as to long-term accuracy or service history. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

235


Lot Number 232

14K Yellow Gold Genève Diamond Quartz Wristwatch, 43 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold Genève quartz wristwatch featuring a champagne dial with baton hour markers and a diamond-set bezel. The bezel is mounted with thirty-two (32) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.64 carat, graded approximately SI-1 clarity and I color. The watch is fitted with a matching 14K yellow gold bracelet marked “14K Italy.” The case is marked 14K (.585), and the watch weighs 43.2 grams. Dimensions: 7.5 in. Weight: 43.2 grams Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Movement is running at the time of cataloging. Overall good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal use. Diamonds appear secure in their settings. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

236


Lot Number 233

Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Concord Ladies Wristwatch, 15.0 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Vintage ladies Concord wristwatch in 14K white gold with a manually wound seventeen (17) jewel mechanical movement. The tonneau-shaped case is set with fifty-five (55) single-cut diamonds totaling approximately .55 carat (SI-1 clarity, H–I color), complemented by two full round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .44 carat (SI-1 clarity, H color) at the lugs. The silver-tone dial features applied geometric hour markers and blued steel hands. Concord was among the leading Swiss watchmakers of the twentieth century. Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches. Weight: 15.0 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the Santa Rosa, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Running at the time of cataloguing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

237


Lot Number 234

18K Yellow Gold Omega Diamond Secret Wristwatch, 185.4 Grams Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000 18K yellow gold Omega secret wristwatch featuring a concealed mechanical watch beneath an architecturally styled hinged cover. The sculptural buckle is set with forty-eight (48) pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat, graded approximately VS-1 clarity and H color. The concealed dial features baton hour markers and is signed Omega. Dimensions: Measures approximately 22.5 mm in width and 7.25 inches in length. Total weight: 185.4 grams. Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Movement is running when wound. Overall very good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal use. Diamonds appear secure in their settings. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

238


Lot Number 235

Cartier Tank Francaise SM Stainless Steel Quartz Ladies Watch Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Cartier Tank Française SM ladies’ wristwatch in stainless steel, featuring the model’s distinctive rectangular case and integrated bracelet. The silvered dial is appointed with black Roman numeral hour markers, inner chemin-de-fer minute track, bluedsteel sword-form hands, and signed “CARTIER / SWISS MADE.” Sapphire-set crown. Fitted with a stainless steel bracelet and quartz four-jewel movement numbered 057. Introduced in 1996, the Tank Française reinterpreted Cartier’s historic Tank design with a more architectural case and fully integrated metal bracelet. Accompanied by its original Cartier presentation box. Dimensions: Case approximately 20 mm wide, excluding crown. Provenance: Property from the estate of a Vacaville, California gentleman, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good pre-owned condition with surface wear consistent with age and use. Watch is not currently running, most likely requiring a new battery. Presentation box exhibits age and wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

239


Lot Number 236

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Flip Watch, 21.4 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Vintage 14K yellow gold ladies’ flip watch featuring a concealed watch case with a diamond-set sunburst cover. The cover is accented with seven (7) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .21 carat (VS-2 clarity, H color). The hinged cover opens to reveal a champagne-colored dial signed “Navarre.” Dimensions: Sunburst: 20 × 16 mm. Weight: 21.4 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Mechanical movement is not currently running. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

240


Lot Number 237

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold with Mother of Pearl and Diamonds Watch 96.1 Grams Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 Van Cleef & Arpels 18K yellow gold wristwatch featuring a distinctive triple snake-chain bracelet and a rectangular case with mother-of-pearl dial. The dial is decorated with vertical pavé-set diamond bands, while the case is accented with additional full-cut diamonds surrounding the dial and at the bracelet junctions. The reverse is signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered 142001, marked 750, and bears Swiss assay and maker’s marks. The bracelet incorporates Van Cleef & Arpels’ integrated jewelry design, combining fine Swiss watchmaking with the maison’s renowned craftsmanship in high jewelry. Dimensions: Measures approximately 6.5 inches in length. Total weight: 96.1 grams. Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light surface wear consistent with normal use. Watch is not currently running and will likely require a battery replacement. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

241


Lot Number 238

14K Rose Gold Ruby and Pearl Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch, 35.0 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Ladies mechanical wristwatch in 14K rose gold featuring a seventeen (17) jewel movement by Droz & Co. signed “Barry’s” on the dial. The rectangular case is accented with eight (8) cabochon-cut rubies and ten (10) pearls, complemented by an integrated woven 14K rose gold bracelet. The watch is fitted with a seventeen (17) jewel movement by Droz & Co., a Swiss watch manufacturer active during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches. Weight: 35.0 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Running at the time of cataloguing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

242


Lot Number 239

18K Gold Certina Automatic Lady’s Wristwatch, 57 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Swiss-made lady’s wristwatch by Certina featuring an 18K yellow gold cushion-form case fitted to its original integrated woven 18K yellow gold Milanese-style mesh bracelet with signed locking clasp. The minimalist champagne dial is signed “Certina” and “Automatic” with applied baton hour markers and matching hands, reflecting the clean, modern aesthetic popular during the 1970s. The reverse of the case is engraved with reference no. 229501 / 1160 176. The bracelet and case are of matching design. Total weight is 57 grams. Gold purity has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 6.75in. overall length; case 23 x 23mm. Weight: 57 grams Provenance: Deaccessioned from a single-owner collection after nearly 60 years of ownership. Condition: Winds and appears complete but is not currently running. The case back has not been removed and the movement has not been inspected. Light wear and surface scratches consistent with age and normal use. Gold purity confirmed by XRF. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

243


Lot Number 240

1995 Ladies Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Stainless Steel Watch with 14K Diamond Bezel Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Ladies’ Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, reference 69160, dating to 1995, with a 26 mm stainless steel Oyster case, blue dial with applied baton hour markers, date aperture at 3 o’clock with Cyclops magnifier, sapphire crystal, and stainless steel Oyster bracelet. Powered by the Rolex caliber 2135 automatic movement. Fitted with an aftermarket 14K white gold bezel set with forty-three round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.43 carat, estimated SI1 clarity and H–I color range. Dimensions: Case 26 mm diameter. Provenance: Property from the estate of a Vacaville, California gentleman, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good pre-owned condition with surface wear consistent with age and use. Aftermarket diamond-set bezel as noted. Watch is currently running. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

244


Lot Number 241

Rolex Ladies’ Datejust Ref. 69173 Wristwatch Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Rolex ladies’ Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic wristwatch, reference 69173, serial number L789XXX, produced circa 1989. The watch features a 26 mm stainless steel and 18K yellow gold Oyster case with fluted bezel, champagne dial with applied baton hour markers and Roman minute track, quickset date, and its original two-tone Jubilee bracelet. Introduced in the early 1980s, the reference 69173 became one of Rolex’s most successful ladies’ models, combining the practicality of the quickset date function with the brand’s timeless two-tone Datejust design. Dimensions: 26 mm diameter Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Original two-tone Jubilee bracelet. Light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

245


Lot Number 242

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Rolex Cocktail Watch 31.1 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Vintage 14K yellow gold ladies Rolex cocktail watch with a mechanical seventeen (17) jewel movement. The watch features an oval yellow gold case with a textured gold dial, applied baton hour markers, and an integrated woven 14K yellow gold bracelet, reflecting the refined styling for which Rolex dress watches are renowned. Dimensions: Case measures approximately 21.0 mm. Bracelet measures approximately 6.5 inches in length. Total weight: 31.1 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Roseville, California heir. Condition: Running at the time of cataloguing. Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

246


Lot Number 243

Rolex Men’s Date Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Rolex stainless steel automatic Date wristwatch with 34 mm Oyster case, produced circa 1977. The watch features an original black tropical dial with applied baton hour markers, a date aperture with Cyclops magnifier, and its original Rolex Oyster bracelet. Accompanied by a Rolex presentation box. The Rolex Date has long been appreciated for offering the brand’s classic Oyster design in a versatile midsize case suitable for everyday wear. Dimensions: 34 mm diameter Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California collection. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Crown does not screw down correctly. Original tropical black dial, original Oyster bracelet, and Rolex presentation box accompany the watch. Light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

247


Lot Number 244

Rolex Submariner Ref. 5512 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex stainless steel automatic Submariner wristwatch, reference 5512, serial number 3.3XX,XXX, produced circa 1972. Introduced in 1959, the reference 5512 was the first Submariner to feature crown guards and remained in production for nearly two decades, becoming one of Rolex’s most enduring professional sports watches. This example retains its matte black tritium dial with matching luminous hands, black rotating timing bezel, and chronometer-certified automatic movement. Accompanying the watch is its period Rolex “Submariner 200” presentation card, a desirable original accessory seldom encountered with surviving examples. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Accompanied by its period Rolex “Submariner 200” presentation card. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

248


Lot Number 245

Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16550 with Ivory Dial Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 A Rolex Explorer II stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 16550, serial number 8.9XX,XXX, produced circa 1985–1986. This transitional model introduced the sapphire crystal, independently adjustable 12-hour hand, and Rolex Caliber 3085 automatic movement, replacing the long-running Explorer II reference 1655. It features the desirable ivory dial, a naturally aged variation originally produced as a white dial that has developed a warm cream tone over time. Its transitional design and distinctive dial coloration have made it one of the most sought-after Explorer II models among vintage Rolex collectors. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

249


Lot Number 246

Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex GMT-Master stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1675, serial number 3.1XX,XXX, produced circa 1972, featuring a black dial, black 24-hour bezel insert, red GMT hand, date aperture with Cyclops magnifier, and Oyster bracelet. Introduced in 1959, the reference 1675 became one of Rolex’s longest-running professional models, developed for international pilots and travelers to display a second time zone. This example is fitted with a newer Submariner-style Rolex clasp added to the bracelet. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Fitted with a newer Submariner-style Rolex clasp added to the bracelet. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

250


Lot Number 247

Rolex “Red Submariner” Ref. 1680 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 A Rolex “Red Submariner” stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1680, serial number 2.36X,XXX, featuring the iconic black dial with the model designation “Submariner” printed in red above the depth rating. Introduced in the late 1960s, the reference 1680 was the first Submariner fitted with a date complication and remains one of the most recognizable vintage Rolex sports watches. Produced only during the early years of the reference, the distinctive single line of red printing has made the “Red Submariner” a favorite among collectors. This example is fitted with a newer replacement Rolex bracelet. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Fitted with a newer replacement Rolex bracelet. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

251


Lot Number 248

Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 6542 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000 A Rolex GMT-Master stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 6542, serial number 426,XXX, featuring a black dial with gilt printing, red date display, and a blue and red Bakelite-style 24-hour bezel insert. Introduced in 1954 in collaboration with Pan American Airways for international airline pilots, the reference 6542 was the inaugural GMT-Master and established one of Rolex’s most celebrated professional watch lines. Early examples are distinguished by their no-crown-guard case and rotating 24-hour bezel, allowing the wearer to track a second time zone. Today, the reference remains one of the most sought-after vintage Rolex sports watches and an important milestone in the history of modern tool watches. Dimensions: 38 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Mounted on a later leather strap. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

252


Lot Number 249

Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 1680 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex Submariner Date stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1680, serial number 5.2XX,XXX, featuring a black dial with date aperture beneath a Cyclops magnifier and unidirectional rotating dive bezel. Introduced in the late 1960s, the reference 1680 was the first Submariner to incorporate a date display, marking a significant evolution of Rolex’s iconic professional diving watch. Water resistant to 660 feet (200 meters), it combines the robust Oyster case with Rolex’s automatic chronometer-certified movement, establishing the design that would define the Submariner Date for generations. This example retains its original bracelet and is fitted with later Rolex service hands. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Fitted with later Rolex service hands. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

253


Lot Number 250

Rolex Explorer II “Steve McQueen” Ref. 1655 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 A Rolex Explorer II stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1655, serial number 3.7XX,XXX, featuring a black dial with fixed 24-hour bezel, distinctive orange 24-hour hand, and date aperture with Cyclops magnifier. Introduced in 1971, the Explorer II was designed for cave explorers, geologists, and adventurers working in environments where distinguishing day from night was difficult. The bold orange hand completes one rotation every 24 hours against the engraved bezel, allowing the wearer to differentiate AM and PM. The reference 1655 is among Rolex’s most recognizable vintage tool watches and remains highly sought after for its distinctive design, historical significance, and enduring appeal among collectors. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

254


Lot Number 251

Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 1665 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex Sea-Dweller stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1665, serial number 6.7XX,XXX, featuring a black dial with date aperture and unidirectional rotating dive bezel. Introduced in 1967 for professional saturation divers, the Sea-Dweller was developed in collaboration with commercial diving specialists to withstand extreme underwater pressures while incorporating Rolex’s patented helium escape valve, allowing trapped gases to safely vent during decompression. The reference 1665 is among the model’s most celebrated vintage iterations and remains highly sought after for its historical importance, robust construction, and enduring association with professional diving. Accompanied by a Rolex Submariner booklet and Rolex factory service literature. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with age and use. Accompanied by a Rolex Submariner booklet and Rolex factory service literature. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

255


Lot Number 252

Rolex Daytona Ref. 116520 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $15,000 – $20,000 A Rolex Daytona stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch, reference 116520, serial number F432898, featuring the desirable white dial with engraved steel tachymeter bezel. Introduced in 2000, the reference 116520 was the first Daytona powered by Rolex’s in-house Caliber 4130 automatic chronograph movement, a landmark development that significantly improved reliability, serviceability, and power reserve. This example is offered with its original Rolex presentation box, warranty papers dated September 3, 2004, original Leeds & Son sales receipt, instruction manuals, document holder, and polishing cloth. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. Running at the time of evaluation. Light wear consistent with careful use. Accompanied by its original Rolex presentation box, warranty papers, dated sales receipt, instruction manuals, document holder, and polishing cloth. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

256


Lot Number 253

Rolex Submariner Ref. 6536/1 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex Submariner stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 6536/1, produced during the formative years of the Submariner line. Introduced in the mid-1950s, the reference 6536/1 is recognized by collectors for its slimmer case profile, 100-meter depth rating, and classic no-date dial. This example features a black dial with luminous hour markers and Mercedes hands and is fitted with an Oyster bracelet. Accompanied by a Rolex presentation box. Dimensions: 37 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The movement was observed running at the time of evaluation. The watch shows honest wear consistent with age and use. The bezel insert is a later replacement, and the Oyster bracelet is not correct for the reference. The dial, hands, and case exhibit an attractive vintage appearance. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

257


Lot Number 254

Rolex GMT-Master, Ref. 1675 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 A Rolex GMT-Master stainless steel automatic wristwatch, reference 1675, featuring pointed crown guards, a black dial with luminous hour markers, red GMT hand, red and blue “Pepsi” bezel insert, and Oyster bracelet. The serial number begins 504*, with the remaining digits obscured by bracelet wear. Accompanied by its Rolex presentation box. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The watch presents in very good overall condition with light wear consistent with age and careful use. The movement was observed running at the time of evaluation. The case has softened from polishing over time, resulting in partial loss of the serial number beneath the bracelet. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

258


Lot Number 255

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master, Ref. 16622 Stainless Steel and Platinum Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master stainless steel and platinum automatic wristwatch, serial number D054282, featuring a platinum dial, bidirectional platinum timing bezel, Oyster bracelet, and date display. Accompanied by its original Rolex presentation box, warranty papers dated October 22, 2005, original sales receipt, Yacht-Master booklet, polishing cloth, and accessories. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The watch presents in very good overall condition with light wear consistent with careful use. The movement was observed running at the time of evaluation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

259


Lot Number 256

Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust, Ref. 17000 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust reference 17000 stainless steel quartz wristwatch, serial number P358545, featuring a black dial with applied baton hour markers, smooth bezel, integrated Oyster bracelet, and date display. Accompanied by its original Rolex presentation box, warranty papers dated September 14, 1981, Official Chronometer Certification, Oysterquartz hang tag, Rolex polishing cloth, and booklet. Dimensions: 36 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The watch presents in very good overall cosmetic condition with light wear consistent with careful use. The movement was not running at the time of evaluation and will likely require battery replacement and/or service. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

260


Lot Number 257

1983 Rolex Two-Tone Datejust Reference 16013 Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Reference 16013, manufactured in 1983. This classic 36 mm stainless steel and 18K yellow gold wristwatch features the iconic fluted gold bezel, champagne dial with applied baton hour markers, Cyclops date magnifier, and matching two-tone Jubilee bracelet. Introduced as the successor to the Reference 1601 series, the Reference 16013 is powered by Rolex’s Caliber 3035 automatic chronometer movement, notable for introducing the quickset date function, an important advancement in the evolution of the Datejust. Dimensions: 36 mm. Weight: 96 grams Provenance: From the estate of a prominent Sacramento attorney, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Movement is currently running at the time of cataloging. Watch presents in good overall condition with expected light wear from normal use and moderate stretch to the Jubilee bracelet. Guaranteed authentic. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

261


Lot Number 258

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, Ref. 16030 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust reference 16030 stainless steel automatic wristwatch featuring a charcoal gray dial with applied baton hour markers, engine-turned bezel, and Jubilee bracelet. Accompanied by its original Rolex presentation box, warranty booklet, Official Chronometer Certification, chronometer hang tag, dealer price tag, extra bracelet links, and an original 2004 sales receipt documenting its purchase from Balboa Watch Jewelry Loans in Newport Beach, California. Dimensions: 36 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The watch presents in very good overall condition with light wear consistent with careful use. The movement was observed running at the time of evaluation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

262


Lot Number 259

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller, Ref. 16600 Stainless Steel Wristwatch Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller reference 16600 stainless steel automatic wristwatch, serial number F247733, featuring a black dial with luminous hour markers, unidirectional rotating bezel with black insert, and Oyster bracelet. Accompanied by its original Rolex presentation box, warranty papers dated January 16, 2004, Official Chronometer Certification, chronometer hang tag, booklets, polishing cloth, and accessories, representing a desirable complete set. Dimensions: 40 mm diameter Provenance: The collection of a California attorney, now downsizing. Condition: Examined by our watch specialist and guaranteed authentic. The watch presents in very good overall condition with light wear consistent with careful use. The movement was observed running at the time of evaluation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

263


Lot Number 260

Longines 18K Gold 13ZN Flyback Chronograph Wristwatch, 1940s Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Vintage Longines gentleman’s chronograph wristwatch in an 18K gold case, powered by the celebrated Longines caliber 13ZN manual-wind flyback chronograph movement. Introduced in the 1930s, the 13ZN is regarded as one of Longines’ most important chronograph movements and was technically advanced for its period, allowing the chronograph to be reset and immediately restarted while running. The silvered dial features applied Arabic and baton hour markers, luminous hands, outer timing scales, subsidiary constant-seconds register at 9 o’clock, and 30-minute chronograph register at 3 o’clock. Two-button chronograph configuration with winding crown at 3 o’clock. Fitted with a later expandable bracelet incorporating a non-gold strap section. Dimensions: Case approximately 38 mm diameter. Weight: 64.2 grams including non-gold strap. Provenance: Property from a private Sonoma County, California collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Vintage condition with surface wear, scratches, and signs of use consistent with age. Dial exhibits toning, spotting, and age-related wear. Case back with scratches. Mechanical movement is currently running when wound, and the chronograph and flyback functions operate. The watch has not been recently serviced. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

264


Lot Number 261

Cartier Tank Must Automatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch, Ref. WSTA0053 Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Cartier Tank Must automatic stainless steel wristwatch, reference WSTA0053, featuring a rectangular polished stainless steel case with a silvered guilloché dial, black Roman numeral hour markers, blued steel sword hands, date aperture at 6 o’clock, and a blue synthetic spinel cabochon-set crown. Powered by a Swiss automatic movement and fitted with the original Cartier stainless steel bracelet. Accompanied by the original Cartier presentation box, international warranty card dated May 14, 2024, instruction manuals, and related documentation. Dimensions: Case: approximately 33.7 x 25.5 mm (excluding crown). Weight: Approximately 150 grams. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection. Acquired in 2024 and retained by the original owner until the present deaccession. Condition: Appears to be in excellent lightly worn condition with minor signs of handling. Running at the time of cataloguing, though no guarantees are made as to accuracy or continued operation. Accompanied by the original Cartier presentation box, international warranty card, instruction manuals, and related documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

265


Lot Number 262

Ruser 14k Gold Wristwatch with Integral Curb-Link Bracelet, 81.47 grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 An important mid-century American luxury wristwatch designed by Ruser of Beverly Hills, crafted in 14k yellow gold with an integral heavy curb-link bracelet and rectangular wristwatch case. The present example is notable for its documented Hollywood provenance. The bracelet exhibits the substantial and fluid styling associated with high-end Beverly Hills jewelry ateliers of the 1950s, while the compact rectangular dial retains its original minimalist aesthetic with applied gold markers and baton hands. According to accompanying documentation, this watch is one of only three examples produced by Ruser in 1954. The first two examples were reportedly made for Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis during the height of their entertainment partnership. The present watch, engraved “Bill Bowers” to the reverse, was most likely presented to Hollywood screenwriter William “Bill” Bowers (1916–1987), noted for his work on westerns, comedies, and film noir productions during the studio era. Bowers received Academy Award nominations for The Gunfighter (1950) and The Sheepman (1958), and maintained professional and social connections within the Dean Martin and Rat Pack entertainment circle. The watch houses a 17-jewel Ebel movement adjusted to three positions. Accompanying documentation notes the watch was the third example of the design created by Ruser. The original fitted Ruser Beverly Hills presentation box accompanies the lot. Length: approximately 8 1/4 in. Weight: approximately 81.47 grams gross Dimensions: 8.25in Provenance: One of three examples reportedly produced by Ruser of Beverly Hills in 1954. Engraved to the reverse “Bill Bowers” and “Morey 12-25-03.” Acquired by descent from the Barekman family. Accompanied by supporting provenance documentation and appraisal material. Condition: Running at time of cataloguing. Light surface wear, minor scratches, and handling marks consistent with age and use. Dial retains an attractive original appearance. Bracelet clasp functions properly. Original presentation box with expected wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

266


Lot Number 263

14K Yellow Gold Bulova Accutron Day-Date Wristwatch, 75.7 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Vintage Bulova Accutron Day-Date wristwatch housed in a solid 14K yellow gold case with matching integrated 14K yellow gold bracelet. The silver-tone dial features applied gold baton hour markers, gold hands, a center sweep seconds hand, and daydate aperture at the 3 o’clock position. Introduced in 1960, the Accutron was the world’s first commercially successful electronic tuning fork watch, representing one of the most significant advances in horology prior to the introduction of quartz technology. Case back engraved with serial number J898819. Total weight: 75.7 grams Dimensions: Case approximately 35 mm wide (excluding crown) Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Watch is not currently running and most likely requires a new battery. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

267


Lot Number 264

14K Gold Rope Chain with Pair of 18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Earrings, 16 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising a 14K yellow gold rope chain together with a pair of 18K yellow gold earrings set with oval cabochon lapis lazuli. The earrings feature ornate repoussé-style mounts with shepherd’s hook backs and are marked 18K. The chain measures 20 inches in length and weighs 5 grams; the earrings weigh 11 grams, for a combined gross weight of 16 grams. Dimensions: Chain: 20 in. long. Combined weight: 16 grams. Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

268


Lot Number 265

14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring, 9.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lady’s 14K yellow gold emerald and diamond fashion ring. The ring is centered by an approximately 1.17-carat rectangular emerald-cut emerald accented by approximately fifty round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.57 carat. Accompanied by the original insurance appraisal. Dimensions: Weight: 9.7 grams. Ring approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

269


Lot Number 266

Three 14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Rings, 17.6 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Group of three lady’s 14K gold emerald and diamond fashion rings, including one yellow gold example and two white gold examples. The rings are set with rectangular step-cut emeralds weighing approximately 0.94 to 1.17 carats, accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds in halo and shoulder settings totaling approximately 0.12 to 0.57 carat per ring. The yellow gold ring features approximately fifty accent diamonds, while the white gold rings feature classic shoulder-set diamond designs. All three rings are accompanied by their original insurance appraisals. Dimensions: Weight: 17.6 grams total. Ring sizes approximately 17 mm, 17 mm, and 18 mm. Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Emeralds exhibit naturally occurring inclusions as noted in the accompanying appraisals. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

270


Lot Number 267

Chinese 22K Gold & Jade Ring, 6.4 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Chinese 22-karat yellow gold ring set with an elongated oval jade cabochon of attractive apple-green color. The shoulders are decorated with traditional Chinese longevity motifs and pierced scrollwork, reflecting the influence of twentieth-century Chinese jewelry design. The interior is marked “22K,” with the gold purity confirmed by XRF testing. Weighing 6.4 grams, the ring combines high-karat gold with a classic jade setting, exemplifying the enduring cultural significance of jade as a symbol of prosperity, longevity, and good fortune in Chinese culture. Dimensions: Approximate ring size 8. Weight: 6.4 grams. Provenance: Family heirloom by direct descent through a Sacramento, California family. Condition: Marked “22K,” with the gold purity confirmed by XRF testing. Both shoulders of the shank exhibit old bends, likely from long-term wear or use. The jade appears secure in its setting with light surface wear consistent with age. Overall good estate condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

271


Lot Number 268

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Pin and Matching Earrings, 19.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold pin and matching earrings set. The pin is set with six (6) diamonds, including one European cut diamond weighing approximately .33 carat (SI-2 clarity, J color), one Transitional cut diamond weighing approximately .18 carat (SI-1 clarity, J color), and four (4) single-cut diamonds totaling approximately .09 carat. The matching earrings each contain four (4) single-cut diamonds totaling approximately .04 carat per earring. Dimensions: Pin: 1.25 x 1.25 inches. Earrings: 1 inch long each. Weight: 19.7 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sacramento, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

272


Lot Number 269

14K White Gold Diamond Bracelet, 27.6 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K white gold articulated bracelet set with one hundred ten (110) round full-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4.84 carats, graded SI-2 to I-1 clarity and I-J color. Each square link is centered by a larger round brilliant diamond framed within a geometric diamond-shaped motif and accented by four smaller diamonds, creating a continuous line of sparkle. The bracelet is fitted with a concealed box clasp and double safety catches. Dimensions: 7.8mm wide and 7.25 inches long. Total weight: 27.6 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Mill Valley, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

273


Lot Number 270

18K Yellow Gold Lavender Jade & Diamond Ring, 10.5 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold ring centering an oval cabochon lavender jade measuring approximately 13.4 x 10.3 x 5.2 mm and weighing approximately 5.81 carats. The jade is framed by a halo of fourteen (14) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.40 carats, graded VS-2 clarity and I color. Dimensions: Ring size: 5. Total weight: 10.5 grams. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

274


Lot Number 271

14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Bracelet, 64.2 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 14K Yellow Gold bracelet set with one-hundred and ninety-eight (198) round-cut Diamonds and twenty-seven (27) baguette-cut Diamonds totaling approximately 3.96 carats, graded VS1 clarity and H color. The bracelet is further accented by nine (9) bezel-set cabochon Emeralds measuring approximately 7.5 x 5.6 x 3.9 mm, totaling approximately 11.07 carats, and eighteen (18) bezel-set cabochon Rubies totaling approximately 2.70 carats. The substantial gold mounting and colorful gemstone arrangement reflect the bold, luxurious jewelry designs of the late twentieth century. Dimensions: 7.5 in. long. Total weight: 64.2 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present Sacramento, California heir. Now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

275


Lot Number 272

18K Gold Sapphire and Diamond Heart Necklace, 25 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An 18K yellow gold necklace featuring an 18-inch heavy link chain and a detachable heart-shaped clasp pendant centered by a heart-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 5.26 carats, surrounded by an inner halo of 30 tapered baguette diamonds totaling approximately 1.20 carats and an outer halo of 35 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.05 carats. Accompanied by a 2021 appraisal from Geoffrey’s Diamonds & Goldsmith describing the sapphire as SI clarity with a bluish color, medium-dark tone, and strong saturation, the baguette diamonds as VS1, G/H color, and the round brilliant diamonds as VS2, G/H color, assigning a retail replacement value of $33,328. Dimensions: Chain length: 18 in. Total weight: 25 grams (chain approximately 14 grams). Provenance: Property from the collection of a niece of Imelda Marcos, now being deaccessioned by the family. Condition: Appears in very good overall condition with light expected wear. Accompanied by the original 2021 Geoffrey’s Diamonds & Goldsmith appraisal. Gold content confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

276


Lot Number 273

14K Yellow Gold Citrine and Red Stone Brooch, 61.2 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K yellow gold brooch centered by an emerald-cut citrine weighing approximately 56.97 carats, measuring 31.0 × 19.0 × 14.6 mm. The sculptural ribbon-form mounting is accented by twenty-six cabochon-cut red stones arranged in a fan motif. Dimensions: 3.5 × 2.0 in. Total weight: 61.2 grams Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

277


Lot Number 274

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Bracelet, 40.5 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K yellow gold buckle-style bracelet set with one bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.65 carat, graded SI-1 clarity and I color, one bezel-set transitional-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat, graded SI-1 clarity and I color, and nineteen single-cut diamonds in the buckle totaling approximately 0.57 carat, graded SI-1 clarity and I color. The bracelet features an adjustable buckle closure allowing it to be worn at multiple lengths. Dimensions: 8 in. long, adjustable. 15.7 mm wide. Total weight: 40.5 grams Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

278


Lot Number 275

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Omega Necklace, 35.2 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K yellow gold omega-style necklace with a symmetrical diamond-set center motif, accented by twelve round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.41 carats, graded VS-2 clarity and I–J color, together with sixteen graduated channel-set baguette diamonds totaling approximately 1.39 carats, graded VS-1 clarity and H color. The omega chain measures 4.0 mm in width, 20 inches in length, and weighs 35.2 grams. Dimensions: 20 in. long. 4.0 mm wide. Total weight: 35.2 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

279


Lot Number 276

18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Dragon Bangle Bracelet, 50.0 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 18K yellow gold hinged bangle bracelet designed as a dragon, decorated with vivid blue, green, red, and yellow enamel scales and head details. The dragon’s eyes are set with two bezel-set single-cut diamonds, and the bracelet is fitted with a concealed clasp and safety catch. Dimensions: 2.5 in. across. Total weight: 50.0 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Enamel remains vibrant with no significant losses observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

280


Lot Number 277

18K Yellow Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 22.6 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold ring centered by a square-cut yellow sapphire weighing approximately 12.68 carats, measuring 12.8 × 11.7 × 9.2 mm. The sapphire is accented by twelve princess-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.24 carat, graded VS-1 clarity and G–H color, twenty-eight baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.84 carat, graded VS-1 clarity and G–H color, and four bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.20 carat, graded VS-2 clarity and I color. The yellow sapphire has been fracture filled. Dimensions: Ring size: 8.5. Total weight: 22.6 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. The center yellow sapphire has been fracture filled. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

281


Lot Number 278

14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 19.8 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K Yellow Gold ring with bezel set oval cut Sapphire approx. 3.67ct (9.8mm x 9.0m x 5.2mm) and twenty-one (21) round cut Diamonds approx. .70cttw VS-2 - SI-1 clarity range H - I color range. Ring is a size 11.5 and weighs 19.8 grams. Condition: Overall good condition.

282


Lot Number 279

Platinum Peridot and Diamond Ring, 13.5 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Platinum ring centered by an oval-cut peridot weighing approximately 14.74 carats, measuring 17.5 × 12.4 × 10.2 mm, accented by ten round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.70 carat, graded VS-2 to SI-1 clarity and H–I color. The classic mounting highlights the vivid green peridot with diamond-set shoulders. Dimensions: Ring size: 7. Total weight: 13.5 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

283


Lot Number 280

18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Dangle Earrings, 17.4 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Pair of 18K white gold dangle earrings set with two bezel-set round sapphires weighing approximately 2.08 carats total, accented by oval, square, and channel-set calibrated sapphires totaling approximately 1.50 carats. The design is further enhanced by seventy-four round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.75 carat, graded VS-2 to SI-1 clarity and H–I color. The earrings measure 2 inches in length, weigh 17.4 grams, and are fitted with 14K yellow gold comfort backs. Dimensions: 2 in. long. Total weight: 17.4 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Fitted with 14K yellow gold comfort backs. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

284


Lot Number 281

Platinum Invisible-Set Diamond Ring, 29.3 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Platinum ring featuring fifty invisible-set princess-cut diamonds totaling approximately 5.00 carats, graded VS-1 clarity and G–H color. The bold geometric design showcases a stepped, architectural mounting that emphasizes the seamless presentation of the invisible-set diamonds. Dimensions: Ring size: 7. Total weight: 29.3 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

285


Lot Number 282

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Clasp Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Double strand cultured pearl necklace composed of eighty-eight cultured pearls measuring 8.0–8.5 mm, displaying a greenish-white body color with rose overtones. The platinum clasp is set with thirty-three single-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.38 carat, graded VS-1 to VS-2 clarity and G–H color, eight baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.19 carat, graded VS-1 to VS-2 clarity and G–H color, and thirteen round sapphires totaling approximately 1.80 carats. Dimensions: 17 in. long. Pearls: 8.0–8.5 mm Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

286


Lot Number 283

18K White Gold Diamond Flexible Cuff Bracelet, 118.2 grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 18K white gold flexible cuff bracelet accented with one hundred seventy-six pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.76 carats, graded VS-1 to VS-2 clarity and H–I color. The bracelet features a sculptural ribbed design with polished gold links alternating with diamond-set panels, measures 20.0 mm in width, 7.5 inches in length, and is fitted with a concealed clasp and safety catch. Dimensions: 20.0 mm wide. 7.5 in. long. Total weight: 118.2 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

287


Lot Number 284

14K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet, 48.6 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K white gold bracelet set with one hundred ninety-two round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 5.76 carats, graded VS-2 to SI-1 clarity and H–I color, together with ninety-six square-cut sapphires totaling approximately 8.64 carats. The bracelet measures 11.0 mm in width, 7.25 inches in length, and weighs 48.6 grams. Dimensions: 11.0 mm wide. 7.25 in. long. Total weight: 48.6 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

288


Lot Number 285

18K White Gold Diamond Necklace, 152.1 grams Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 18K white gold necklace set with two hundred eighty-one round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 5.62 carats, graded VS-2 to SI-1 clarity and H–I color. The substantial articulated design features alternating polished and pavé-set links with an integrated concealed clasp. Dimensions: 17 in. long. 15.0 mm wide. Total weight: 152.1 grams Provenance: Property from the estate of Duke and Francis Cahill, Sacramento, California, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

289


Lot Number 286

18K Yellow Gold Ring with 1.15 Carat Diamond, 17.0 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold ring centering an approximately 1.15-carat transitional-cut diamond, graded I-1 clarity and J color. The center stone is accented by seven (7) prong-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .70 carats, graded SI-1 clarity and I-J color. Transitional-cut diamonds, produced during the early twentieth century, bridge the evolution from Old European cuts to the modern round brilliant, combining broader facets with increased brilliance. Dimensions: Ring size: 6. Weight: 17.0 grams Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Center diamond exhibits a large natural inclusion and several small chips along the girdle. Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

290


Lot Number 287

18K Gold Gem-Set Pendant with Pearl Necklace Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An elaborate 18 karat gold pendant centering a large mabé pearl within an openwork mount set with rows of square-cut sapphires and emeralds with round cut rubies, and tapered baguette diamonds. The asymmetrical pendant displays a dramatic sculptural arrangement characteristic of high-style late twentieth-century jewelry design, with the luminous pearl framed by vividly colored gemstones in radiating geometric patterns. Marked “18K / 750.” Suspended from a cultured pearl (8mm) necklace with 14 karat gold clasp. Dimensions: Pendant 2 x 1.5 in.; pendant weight 31.4 grams. Pearl necklace 34.5 in. long; necklace weight 78 grams. Provenance: Private Collection, Reno, NV. Condition: Light surface wear consistent with age and handling. No obvious losses observed under casual inspection. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

291


Lot Number 288

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Floral Brooch, 28.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold floral-form brooch set with nine (9) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .90 carat, graded VS-1 to VS-2 clarity and H–I color. The sculptural floral design features textured yellow gold petals highlighted by diamond-set white gold accents. The reverse is fitted with white gold pin stems, which test as 14K, soldered to the 18K yellow gold brooch. Dimensions: Measures 2 inches in length. Weight: 28.7 grams. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

292


Lot Number 289

14K Gold Bead Necklace and Matching Earrings, 47.1 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A mid-century modern 14 karat gold jewelry suite comprising a polished gold bead necklace with matching earrings. The necklace is composed of spherical gold beads joined by smaller spacer beads and terminating in a spring ring clasp, accompanied by a pair of matching double-bead earrings. Circa 1960s–1970s. The mirrored finish and sculptural spherical design reflect the clean modern aesthetic popular in fine gold jewelry of the period. Marked 14K. Total weight approximately 47.1 grams. Dimensions: Necklace 18 in. long; largest gold sphere 16 mm diameter; earrings 1.25 in. long. Total weight: 47.1 grams. Provenance: Private Collection, Reno, NV. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Earrings retain clip backs. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

293


Lot Number 290

18K Yellow Gold Ring with Approx. 13.30ct Aquamarine Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold ring centering an emerald-cut aquamarine measuring approximately 14.7 x 12.7 x 10.4 mm and weighing approximately 13.30 carats, bezel set within a brushed satin-finish mounting. The clean, geometric design emphasizes the size and pale blue color of the aquamarine while showcasing the refined craftsmanship of the mounting. Ring size 7. Total weight 15.6 grams. Dimensions: Ring Size: 7. Weight: 15.6 grams. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

294


Lot Number 291

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Convertible Pearl Earrings, 31.8 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Pair of 18K yellow gold convertible earrings with foldable posts allowing them to be worn as either pierced earrings or ear clips. Each earring is pavé-set with a total of thirty-four (34) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .34 carats, graded VS-1 clarity and G-H color. Included are two interchangeable pairs of pearl drops: baroque Tahitian gray pearls measuring approximately 15.5-16.5 mm in diameter and 25 mm in length, and white cultured pearls with a rose hue measuring approximately 11.5 mm. Each pair of pearls is fitted with O-rings that suspend from discreet hooks at the base of the earrings, allowing the wearer to alternate between the gray and white pearl drops. Dimensions: Earrings: 1 in. long (without pearl attachments). Weight: 31.8 grams (without pearls) Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

295


Lot Number 292

14K Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Onyx & Carnelian Necklace, 48.5 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Italian-made 14K yellow gold necklace featuring multiple strands of fine circular-link chains gathered into draped sections and separated by textured gold links. The design is accented with bezel-set cabochon onyx and carnelian terminals. Finished with a substantial toggle clasp and stamped “14K Italy AU.” Measures 18 inches in length and weighs 48.5 grams. Dimensions: Length: 18 in. Weight: 48.5 grams. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

296


Lot Number 293

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Sapphire Ear Clips, 23.6 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18K yellow gold ear clips featuring an elegant floral motif composed of sculptural openwork petals accented by sixteen (16) round-cut sapphires totaling approximately .24 carat and eighteen (18) round-cut diamonds totaling approximately .18 carat, graded VS-1 clarity and I–J color. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered on the clip backs, the earrings retain their original clip fittings and are accompanied by a Wilke’s of Carmel, California presentation box. Dimensions: Measures 1⅛ inches in length. Weight: 23.6 grams. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

297


Lot Number 294

Three 14K & 18K Tanzanite & Diamond Rings, 12.4 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Group of three gemstone and diamond fashion rings comprising two accompanied by original insurance appraisals and one additional marked 14K yellow gold ring. The appraised examples include a 14K yellow gold ring set with an oval mixed-cut tanzanite of approximately 1.43 carats accented by approximately 0.72 carat total weight of baguette and round diamonds, and an 18K yellow gold ring set with an oval mixed-cut tanzanite of approximately 0.85 carat flanked by two princess-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.34 carat. Completing the group is a marked 14K yellow gold ring centered by an oval violet-blue gemstone with princess-cut diamond side stones. Dimensions: Weight: 12.4 grams total. Ring sizes approximately 17 mm, 17 mm, and 17 mm. Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and use. The two appraised rings exhibit the characteristics noted in their accompanying insurance appraisals. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation for two rings. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

298


Lot Number 295

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring with Approx. 2.68 Carat Center Diamond, 17.5 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 18K yellow gold ring centered by an approximately 2.68-carat round brilliant-cut diamond, estimated I1 clarity and I color. The sculptural openwork mounting is further set with five pavé-set transitional-cut diamonds and twenty-three channel-set single-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.83 carat, estimated VS2–SI1 clarity and H–I color. Approximately 3.51 carats total diamond weight. Gold purity confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: Ring size 7.5. Weight: 17.5 grams. Provenance: Property from a private Sonoma County, California collection, now being deaccessioned Condition: Overall good condition with surface wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

299


Lot Number 296

14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring, 8.2 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lady’s 14K yellow gold emerald and diamond fashion ring. The ring is centered by an approximately 1.80-carat rectangular step-cut emerald accented by approximately thirty-three round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat. Accompanied by the original insurance appraisal. Dimensions: Weight: 8.2 grams. Ring approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

300


Lot Number 297

Three Gemstone & Diamond Gold Rings, 18.6 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising three gemstone and diamond fashion rings. Included are a 14K white gold spinel and diamond ring set with an approximately 2.32-carat square cushion-cut spinel accented by approximately 0.39 carat total weight of diamonds; a 14K white gold sapphire and diamond ring centered by an approximately 2.03-carat rectangular step-cut sapphire accented by approximately 0.43 carat total weight of diamonds; and a 14K white gold demantoid garnet and diamond ring set with an approximately 2.22-carat oval demantoid garnet accented by approximately 0.76 carat total weight of diamonds. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Dimensions: Combined weight: 18.6 grams. Rings approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

301


Lot Number 298

14K & 18K Gold Spinel & Diamond Rings, 14.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising two spinel and diamond fashion rings. One is an 18K yellow gold ring centered by an approximately 2.05-carat rectangular cushion-cut spinel accented by approximately 0.68 carat total weight of diamonds. The second is a 14K yellow gold ring set with an approximately 2.69-carat square cushion-cut spinel accented by approximately 1.20 carats total weight of diamonds. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Dimensions: Combined weight: 14.7 grams. Rings approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

302


Lot Number 299

18K Gold Jadeite Jade & Diamond Ring, 5.8 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lady’s 18K yellow gold jadeite jade and diamond fashion ring. The ring is centered by an oval cabochon jadeite jade measuring approximately 10.25 x 7.00 mm, accented by approximately twenty-two round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.46 carat and eight tapered baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.62 carat. Accompanied by the original David Jeffrey Jewelry Services insurance appraisal dated April 15, 2005. Dimensions: Weight: 5.8 grams. Ring approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

303


Lot Number 300

Two 18K Gold Coral Rings, 34.1 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising two ladies’ 18K yellow gold coral fashion rings. One ring is set with an oval cabochon coral measuring approximately 17.5 x 15.0 mm in a beaded bezel setting, while the second is centered by an oval cabochon coral measuring approximately 17.0 x 14.0 mm in a similar beaded bezel mount. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Dimensions: Combined weight: 34.1 grams. Rings approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

304


Lot Number 301

18K White Gold Chain with Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant and 14K White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Ring, 27 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising an 18K white gold chain with a 14K white gold tanzanite and diamond pendant together with a matching 14K white gold tanzanite and diamond ring. The accompanying insurance appraisal describes the pendant as set with an approximately 9.00 mm triangular mixed-cut tanzanite accented by approximately 0.35 carat total weight of diamonds and suspended from an 18K white gold chain. The ring is set with an approximately 9.55 x 7.0 mm oval mixed-cut tanzanite accented by approximately 0.66 carat total weight of diamonds. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Dimensions: Chain: 19 in. long. Ring approximately size 7 (17 mm). Combined weight: 27 grams. Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

305


Lot Number 302

18K White Gold Snake Chain with 14K White Gold Diamond Ring, 17 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Lot comprising an 18K white gold snake chain together with a lady’s 14K white gold three-stone diamond ring. The accompanying insurance appraisal describes the ring as set with a central princess-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.54 carat, flanked by two princess-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.40 carat, graded VS-1 clarity and G–H color. The 18K snake chain measures 17 inches in length and weighs 14 grams. Combined gross weight of the lot is 17 grams. Accompanied by the original insurance appraisal. Dimensions: Chain: 17 in. long. Combined weight: 17 grams. Ring approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age and normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

306


Lot Number 303

Two 18K Gold Opal & Diamond Rings with 18K Gold Opal & Diamond Pendant Necklace, 33.4 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Three-piece 18K yellow gold jewelry suite comprising two opal and diamond cluster rings and a matching pear-shaped opal and diamond pendant suspended from an 18K yellow gold chain. The pendant is set with an approximately 3.40-carat pearshaped cabochon opal accented by approximately 0.92 carat total weight of diamonds. One ring is set with an approximately 3.70-carat oval cabochon opal surrounded by approximately 1.68 carats total weight of diamonds, while the second features an approximately 3.50-carat pear-shaped cabochon opal accented by approximately 0.42 carat total weight of diamonds. Accompanied by original David Jeffrey Jewelry Services insurance appraisals dated 2002 and 2005. Dimensions: Chain: 16 in. long. Combined weight: 33.4 grams. Rings approximately size 8 (18 mm). Provenance: Property from a private Sacramento, California family collection, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with normal use. Accompanied by original insurance appraisal documentation. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

307


Lot Number 304

Platinum Diamond Spinner Ring with Approx. 1.60 Carat Center Diamond, 14.8 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Platinum ring featuring an approximate 1.60 carat round brilliant-cut center diamond measuring 7.45 × 7.50 mm (SI-1 clarity, J color). The distinctive four-tier design incorporates two rotating middle tiers set with thirty (30) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .54 carat (VS-2 to SI-1 clarity, H–I color). The sculptural mounting creates a dynamic, three-dimensional presentation centered on the principal diamond. Dimensions: Ring size: 5. Weight: 14.8 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

308


Lot Number 305

18K Gold Necklace and Bracelet with Sapphires & Emeralds, 65 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Matching 18K yellow gold necklace and bracelet suite of articulated design, each composed of alternating rope-twist and beaded links. The necklace is set throughout with round-cut sapphires, while the bracelet is set throughout with round-cut emeralds. The necklace measures approximately 15 inches and the bracelet approximately 8 inches, each fitted with a concealed box clasp and safety chain. XRF analysis confirms both the necklace and bracelet are 18K gold. Dimensions: Necklace: approximately 15 in. long; Bracelet: approximately 8 in. long. Weight: Necklace: 45 grams; Bracelet: 20 grams. Provenance: Single-owner Sacramento, California collection, deaccessioned after decades of ownership. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful use. Clasps function properly, safety chains remain intact, and the gemstones appear secure in their settings. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

309


Lot Number 306

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet, 54.5 Grams Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 18K yellow gold bracelet featuring an elaborate openwork scroll design accented with twenty-two (22) full-cut round diamonds totaling approximately 1.36 carats (VS-2 to SI-1 clarity, H–I color) and twenty-seven (27) single-cut diamonds totaling approximately .20 carat. The pierced bracelet is finished with rope-twist borders, white gold diamond-set accents, and a concealed box clasp with safety catch. Dimensions: Measures approximately 7 inches in length. Total weight: 54.5 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. One side diamond is missing. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

310


Lot Number 307

18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Gemstone Bracelet, 49.8 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 18K yellow gold bracelet centered by a round brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately .24 carat (VS-2 clarity, I color), accented by twenty-six (26) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .54 carat (VS-2 to SI-1 clarity, H–I color). The sculptural openwork centerpiece is further set with eight (8) round rubies totaling approximately .12 carat, sixteen (16) round sapphires totaling approximately .22 carat, and twenty-two (22) round emeralds totaling approximately .22 carat. The articulated bracelet is fitted with dual safety catches and an additional safety chain. Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches. Weight: 49.8 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

311


Lot Number 308

18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring, 12.6 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 18K yellow gold ring set with twenty-nine (29) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .40 carat (VS-2 to SI-1 clarity, H–I color) and forty-four (44) pavé-set round rubies totaling approximately 1.32 carats. The domed design is centered by a band of diamonds bordered by rows of vivid rubies. Dimensions: Ring size: 5.5. Weight: 12.6 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

312


Lot Number 309

14K White Gold Jade and Diamond Ring, 15.2 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 14K white gold ring centered by an oval jade cabochon measuring approximately 15.8 × 8.8 × 3.4 mm. The jade is framed by twenty (20) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat (VS-1 to VS-2 clarity, H–I color). Dimensions: Ring size: 5.5. Weight: 15.2 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

313


Lot Number 310

Platinum Diamond Ring, 7.9 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Platinum ring set with thirty (30) bead-set round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .90 carat (VS-1 clarity, I color) and four (4) baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately .20 carat (VS-1 clarity, H color). The diamonds are arranged in a geometric design highlighting the contrasting shapes of the round and baguette-cut stones. Dimensions: Ring size: 5.5. Weight: 7.9 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

314


Lot Number 311

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Gemstone Bracelet, 62.0 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 14K yellow gold wide mesh bracelet with rope-form borders and a platinum center plaque. The platinum section is set with eight (8) round brilliant-cut diamonds, including a bezel-set center diamond weighing approximately .30 carat (SI-1 clarity, I color), surrounded by seven (7) bead-set diamonds totaling approximately .21 carat (VS-2 to SI-1 clarity, H–I color). Interchangeable heart-form accents are set with thirteen (13) sapphires totaling approximately .50 carat and thirteen (13) rubies totaling approximately .50 carat. The bracelet is further embellished with oval-cut amethysts measuring approximately 7.6 × 6.2 × 2.7 mm (approximately .67 carat each), each accented by a bezel-set synthetic sapphire. Dimensions: Measures approximately 21.5 mm in width and 7.5 inches in length. Weight: 62.0 grams. Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

315


Lot Number 312

Cartier “Cactus de Cartier” 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring, 15.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Vintage Cartier “Cactus de Cartier” 18K yellow gold ring featuring a sculptural radiating motif centered by seven (7) round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately .42 carat (VS-1 clarity, H color). The interior of the shank is stamped “Cartier 18K 4915.” Introduced during the 1990s, Cartier’s Cactus de Cartier collection is recognized for its bold, nature-inspired designs that reinterpret the silhouette of the cactus in precious metals and diamonds. Dimensions: Ring size: 5.5. Weight: 15.7 grams Provenance: By direct family descent, now being deaccessioned by the present Sausalito, California heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

316


Lot Number 313

18K Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace with Diamond Fob Locket, 48.1 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 18K Yellow Gold braided rope-style lariat necklace measuring 26 inches in length, featuring an adjustable slide accented with a 3.0 mm pearl. Suspended from the necklace is a Victorian-style multi-color Gold fob locket centering an approximately 0.50 carat transitional-cut Diamond, graded approximately SI-1 clarity and J color. The reverse of the locket is engraved “N.P. Rio Janeiro Noviembre 11,” adding a personalized period touch. The locket opens to reveal a compartment for a keepsake or photograph. Dimensions: Chain 26 in. Weight: 48.1 grams. Provenance: Property from a prominent Modesto, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heir. Condition: Overall good condition. The chain has been professionally soldered at one point. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

317


Lot Number 314

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond “Circle” Ring & Earrings, 11 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Matching Tiffany & Co. platinum and diamond jewelry suite from the firm’s Circle Collection, comprising a ring and pair of earrings. The ring is bezel-set with a round brilliant-cut center diamond surrounded by a concentric halo of pavé-set diamonds, while the earrings feature complementary bead- and bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamonds in the same classic Tiffany design. Accompanied by original Tiffany & Co. Retail Replacement Valuations, the ring contains approximately 0.55 carat total weight of G-color, VS-clarity round brilliant-cut diamonds, while the earrings contain approximately 0.59 carat total weight of G-color, VS-clarity round brilliant-cut diamonds. Purchased directly from Tiffany & Co. in 2006 and 2007, respectively, the suite is accompanied by the original Tiffany & Co. presentation boxes and original retail replacement valuation documents. Dimensions: Ring size: 9. Earrings: approximately 9 mm diameter. Weight: 11 grams Provenance: Single-owner collection. Purchased directly from Tiffany & Co. in 2006 and 2007 and retained by the original owner until the present deaccession. Condition: Overall very good condition with light wear consistent with careful ownership. Accompanied by the original Tiffany & Co. presentation boxes and original Tiffany & Co. retail replacement valuation documents. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

318


Lot Number 315

Pair of 18K Gold Weingrill Earrings, 21.6 grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of modernist 18 karat gold earrings by Weingrill, executed in a bold geometric ribbed design with polished stepped surfaces. The sculptural square form reflects the clean architectural styling associated with late twentieth-century luxury jewelry design. Designed as clip-on earrings. Weingrill was a respected American jewelry manufacturer active during the mid-to-late twentieth century, known for producing substantial gold jewelry retailed through high-end department stores and luxury jewelers. Marked “Weingrill,” “18K,” and “750.” Total weight approximately 21.6 grams. Dimensions: Approximately 1 x 1 in. Total weight: 21.6 grams. Provenance: Private Collection, Reno, NV. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Clip mechanisms functioning properly. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $30 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

319


Lot Number 316

10K Yellow Gold Victorian Slide Bracelet, 56.7 Grams Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Victorian 10K Yellow Gold mesh slide bracelet featuring an ornate shield-form slide with engraved floral decoration, black enamel accents, and two seed pearls. The bracelet is finished with two tassel drops testing 14K Gold and is fitted with an adjustable concealed clasp, a characteristic feature of fashionable late nineteenth-century slide bracelets. Dimensions: Approximately 17.5 mm wide; adjustable length to approximately 8 in. Weight: 56.7 grams. Provenance: Property from a prominent Modesto, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

320


Lot Number 317

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant with 14K White Gold Chain, 19.9 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Elegant bow-form brooch/pendant featuring a detachable dangle centered by an oval South Sea pearl measuring approximately 12.3 mm with a cream rose overtone and subtle green undertone. The bow is highlighted by an approximately 1.10 carat Old European Cut diamond, graded approximately SI-1 clarity and K color, and further accented with one hundred eighty-three (183) single-cut diamonds totaling approximately 3.66 carats. The brooch is suspended from a 22-inch 14K White Gold rope chain with an adjustable shortening adapter. XRF analysis indicates the brooch is crafted from a white precious metal alloy composed primarily of silver, palladium, rhodium, and gold. Dimensions: Chain 22 in. Weight: 19.9 grams. Provenance: Property from a prominent Modesto, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heir. Condition: Overall good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $40 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

321


Lot Number 318

Ensko 14K Gold Commemorative Cup, 67 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A 14K gold commemorative cup by Ensko, New York, engraved “Exemplar / Chas II / 1685.” Marked ENSKO NEW YORK and 14K, with gold content confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 2.25 x 2.25 x 2in. Weight: 67 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Very good estate condition with light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Marks are crisp and legible. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

322


Lot Number 319

18K Gold Evening Clutch Purse, 516 Grams Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000 A solid 18K gold evening clutch purse featuring an intricately woven basketweave exterior with a geometric zigzag pattern. The interior is fitted with a full-length mirror and matching woven gold lining. Marked .750 for 18-karat gold, with the gold content confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.25 x 8.25 in. Weight: 516 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Very good overall condition with light wear consistent with age and careful use. Interior mirror and clasp function properly. Marked .750 and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $85 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

323


Lot Number 320

18K Gold Diamond-Set Small Vanity/Cosmetic Case, 73 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An 18K gold woven small vanity/cosmetic case accented by a row of round brilliant-cut diamonds. Marked .750 and hallmarked “ZC,” with gold content confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.25 x 0.75in. Weight: 73 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Very good estate condition with light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. The hinged lid operates properly and closes securely. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

324


Lot Number 321

14K Gold Tiffany & Co. Cup, 45 Grams, and Italian Sterling Silver Clutch, 14.4 Troy Ounces Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A group comprising a Tiffany & Co. 14K gold presentation cup engraved “May 50th Wedding Anniversary” and marked TIFFANY & CO. MAKERS 14KT GOLD, with gold content confirmed by XRF analysis. Accompanied by an Italian sterling silver nesting clutch purse with integral mirror, marked Italy Sterling and Caddie. Dimensions: Cup: 2in., high; Clutch: 6.5 x 3 x 2in. Weight: Cup: 45 grams; Clutch: 14.4 troy ounces. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Both pieces in very good estate condition with light surface wear and scratches consistent with age and use. The Tiffany cup retains a crisp inscription and clear maker’s marks. The clutch opens and closes properly, and the mirror remains intact. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

325


Lot Number 322

Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Dresser Tray and Shoehorn, 491 grams Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000 An 18K gold dresser tray and matching shoehorn by Tiffany & Co. Founded in 1837, Tiffany & Co. became America’s premier luxury jeweler and silversmith, internationally recognized for its exceptional craftsmanship and refined decorative arts. Both pieces bear Tiffany & Co. maker’s marks, are stamped 18KT GOLD, and feature a matching engraved monogram. XRF analysis confirms the gold content. Dimensions: Tray: 8.75 x 5.5 x 0.5 in., high. Combined weight: 491 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and careful use. Marked 18KT GOLD and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

326


Lot Number 323

18K Gold Basketweave Compact, 140 Grams Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000 An 18K gold ladies’ compact featuring an allover basketweave pattern and fitted interior mirror. The compact is marked .750, and the gold content has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 2.25 x 1 x 3.5 in. Weight: 140 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear and handling marks consistent with age and careful use. Interior mirror remains intact. Marked .750 and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

327


Lot Number 324

Tiffany & Co. 14K Gold Oval Tray, 76 Grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A 14K gold oval tray by Tiffany & Co., New York, featuring a reeded border surrounding an engine-turned oval well with a vacant cartouche. The reverse is stamped TIFFANY & Co., Makers, 14K, 2, M, and the gold content has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Solid gold desk and vanity accessories of this type were produced in limited numbers for Tiffany’s discerning clientele. Dimensions: 3 x 0.5 x 6 in. Weight: 76 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear and handling marks consistent with age and careful use. Marked 14K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

328


Lot Number 325

18K Two-Color Gold Evening Bag, 404 Grams Estimate: $25,000 – $50,000 An 18K two-color gold evening bag of woven construction, executed in alternating yellow and white gold with an elegant geometric pattern. The shaped frame opens to a fitted interior retaining its original mirror and cosmetic compartment, while a fine gold chain permits hand or shoulder carry. Marked 18K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.75 x 7.25 in. Weight: 404 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Light surface wear and minor handling marks consistent with age and careful use. Marked 18K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

329


Lot Number 326

Ensko, New York 14K Gold Cup, 92 grams Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 A 14K yellow gold cup by Ensko, New York. Founded in 1878, Ensko became one of America’s leading dealers in antique silver and produced faithful reproductions of historic English and American silver forms. The underside bears the maker’s mark and is engraved “Exemplar / Chas. II, 1685.” Marked 14K and confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: 4 x 2.75 x 3 in., high. Weight: 92 grams. Provenance: The Al and Carol Cali Collection. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and handling. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

330


Lot Number 327

French Royalist Carved System Cane, circa 1827 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An extraordinary French carved fruitwood system cane created circa 1827 as a Royalist tribute to the Bourbon Restoration and the posthumous legacy of Henri, Duc de Bordeaux, the “Miracle Child,” whose birth preserved the senior Bourbon line following the assassination of his father, Charles Ferdinand, Duc de Berry, in 1820. Conceived as both a work of devotional art and a political statement, the cane is richly carved with the royal arms of France, the insignia of the Order of the Holy Spirit, the Sacred Heart, fleurs-de-lis, military trophies, and allegorical symbols celebrating the union of throne and altar. The cane’s greatest achievement is its ingenious concealed construction. Nine threaded sections unscrew to reveal miniature sculptures carved in the round depicting the Crucifixion, the Pietà, the Baptism of Clovis, King Charles X, the young Duc de Bordeaux, Saint Peter, and Saint Clotilde, together with hidden compartments intended for relics and a manuscript. Accompanied by extensive French research, the cane has been attributed to a professional sculptor working about 1827 and represents an exceptional combination of virtuoso carving, mechanical ingenuity, and Bourbon Restoration iconography. Among French system canes, few examples display such a sophisticated narrative program or survive with comparable documentation. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1.75in., diameter; 38in., long. Provenance: Acquired from Le Louvre des Antiquaires, Paris. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Retains its original carved surfaces with an attractive warm patina. The multiple threaded sections unscrew and function as intended, revealing the concealed sculptural elements and compartments described above. Minor scattered wear, small age cracks, and handling marks consistent with age and careful use. Accompanied by extensive French research documenting the cane’s iconography, construction, and historical context. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

331


Lot Number 328

German Silver Duke of Wellington Commemorative Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A finely executed mid-nineteenth-century German commemorative cane featuring a sculptural silver bequille handle incorporating a deeply carved ivo*ry portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769–1852). Opposing the portrait is a finely modeled eagle’s head terminal, while the silver handle is richly decorated with scenes commemorating four of Wellington’s most celebrated Peninsular War victories—Assaye (1803), Bussaco (1810), Talavera (1809), and Waterloo (1815). The handle is mounted to a maple shaft with a metal ferrule. Created during the nineteenth century’s enduring admiration for the Duke of Wellington, the cane combines portraiture, military history, and exceptional silversmithing in a single presentation piece. Its sculptural handle reflects the high level of craftsmanship associated with German luxury canes of the period. This example is illustrated as Figure 64, page 81, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, documenting its inclusion in the celebrated Eddi Van Auken Collection. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1.25 x 5.25 x 40in., long. Provenance: Purchased September 2003. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Silver handle with light surface wear and scattered minor abrasions consistent with age and careful use. The carved iv*ry portrait remains well preserved with expected age toning. Maple shaft retains its original finish with scattered handling marks and minor wear. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests above .900 fineness. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

332


Lot Number 329

Russian Art Nouveau Silver Figural Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An Art Nouveau walking cane, attributed to Russia and dating to circa 1880–1890, featuring a sculptural silver bequille handle with a reclining female nude resting upon a bed of roses. The reverse is carved with a flowing iv*ry drapery that forms the underside of the handle, all mounted to a rosewood shaft. The floral ornament and fluid modeling reflect the naturalistic design vocabulary associated with the Art Nouveau movement. This cane is illustrated as Figure 89, page 108, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, documenting its inclusion in the Eddi Van Auken Collection. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1 x 5 x 36.25in., long. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Silver handle with light surface wear and scattered minor abrasions consistent with age and careful use. The carved iv*ry drapery remains well preserved with expected age toning. Rosewood shaft retains its original finish with minor handling marks. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests above .925 fineness. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

333


Lot Number 330

American Sterling Silver Figural Gentleman Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An American presentation walking cane, dated April 15, 1896, featuring a finely carved iv*ry handle in the form of a bearded gentleman wearing a broad-brimmed silver hat adorned with a feather. The iv*ry bust is mounted above a sterling silver collar engraved with an ornate script monogram and the presentation date, and is fitted to a bird’s-eye maple shaft. The expressive carving and combination of sculpted iv*ry and silver reflect the highly decorative character of late nineteenth-century American presentation canes. Such canes were often commissioned to commemorate personal milestones or significant occasions. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.75 x 37in., long. Provenance: Acquired at auction in May 2001 as Lot 115. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Sterling silver mount with light surface wear and scattered minor abrasions consistent with age and careful use. The carved iv*ry handle remains well preserved with expected age toning. Bird’s-eye maple shaft retains its original finish with scattered handling marks. The engraved presentation date, monogram, and sterling mark remain clear. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests above .925 fineness. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

334


Lot Number 331

Three Continental Figural Walking Sticks with Silver Eagle, Carved Stag, and Native American Handles Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A collection of three Continental European figural walking sticks dating to the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Comprising: (1) a finely modeled silver eagle-head handle with glass eyes and iv*ry beak mounted to a rosewood shaft with silver bands and steel ferrule; XRF analysis indicates the silver tests approximately .860 fine. (2) A carved stag antler handle depicting a half-skeletal, half-human figure emerging from the antler, mounted to a bamboo shaft with steel ferrule. (3) An Austrian polychrome carved Native American bust surmounted by stylized antlers decorated as feathers, mounted to an intricately carved simulated branch-form shaft. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Silver Eagle Cane: 36 in. Stag Figural Cane: 34 in. Native American Cane: 35 in. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Collection notes indicate the Native American cane was acquired in 2010. Condition: General wear consistent with age and use, including scattered handling marks and surface wear. The silver eagle handle retains its original glass eyes, and the carved decoration throughout remains well preserved. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

335


Lot Number 332

Austrian Silver and Staghorn Figural Panther Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An Austrian figural walking cane, dating to circa 1880, featuring a finely carved staghorn handle depicting a panther attacking an iv*ry mountain goat upon an elaborate sterling silver plinth ornamented with deeply chased oak leaves and acorns. The handle is mounted to an exotic hardwood shaft. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests above .925 fineness. Illustrated as Figure 71, page 88, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, this cane exemplifies the exceptional sculptural animal studies and naturalistic ornament produced by Austrian craftsmen during the late nineteenth century. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1.5 x 6 x 37in., long. Provenance: Purchased in September 2001. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling. The staghorn and iv*ry carvings remain well preserved with crisp detail and natural coloration. The mountain goat exhibits a damaged leg, and the panther has a small loss to one ear. The sterling silver mount retains sharp chased decoration with minor handling wear. The hardwood shaft displays scattered finish wear and minor abrasions. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

336


Lot Number 333

17th Century French Figural Snuff Box Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A French figural walking cane, attributed to the seventeenth century, featuring a finely carved iv*ry handle in the form of a nude bearded man. Concealed within the figure is a small snuff box accessed through a hinged plug at the rear, suspended by its original chain. The handle is mounted with a gilt metal collar to a malacca shaft fitted with gilt metal eyelets. Illustrated as Figure 256, pages 194–195, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, this unusual example reflects the humor and inventive craftsmanship of early European luxury canes. The cane is further published in Catherine Dike and Guy Bezzaz, La Canne Objet d’Art, Les Éditions de L’Amateur, Paris, 1988, p. 126, and formerly resided in the Collection of Catherine Dike, Switzerland. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 2 x 3.5 x 41in., long. Provenance: Collection of Catherine Dike, Switzerland. Acquired by Eddi Van Auken in 2003. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling. The iv*ry carving retains crisp detail with an attractive aged patina. The concealed snuff box and attached chain remain intact. The malacca shaft shows scattered handling marks and expected age wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

337


Lot Number 334

Three Figural Walking Sticks with Bulldog, Snuff, and Telescoping Eyeglass Handles Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A collection of three late nineteenth- and early twentieth-century figural walking sticks. Comprising: (1) a finely carved iv*ry bulldog handle with glass eyes and an ornate gold-filled presentation collar engraved, “To / C.W. Treadaway / AS A TOKEN / OF ESTEEM / FROM HIS / FRIENDS AT / THE DUKE OF YORK,” mounted to an exotic hardwood shaft with steel ferrule; (2) a carved iv*ry bulldog-form handle incorporating a concealed snuff compartment within the snout, fitted with a sterling silver collar and mounted to an exotic hardwood, probably rosewood, shaft with brass ferrule; and (3) an iv*ry telescoping eyeglass handle with silver-plated collar mounted to a tiger-striped maple shaft, retaining its original wrist loop. Together, the group illustrates the ingenuity and craftsmanship characteristic of quality European novelty and gentleman’s canes. Telescoping Eyeglass Cane: 35 in. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Presentation Bulldog Cane: 36 in. Bulldog Snuff Cane: 37 in. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Collection notes indicate the telescoping eyeglass cane was acquired in 2002. Condition: General wear consistent with age and use, including scattered surface marks and handling wear. The presentation inscription remains legible, the snuff compartment opens and closes, and the telescoping eyeglass mechanism is loose. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $75 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction. 338


Lot Number 335

French Figural Putti Cane, Late 17th–Early 18th Century Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A French figural walking cane featuring a finely carved iv*ry handle depicting six intertwined putti engaged in playful Bacchanalian revelry, clutching bunches of grapes, a Pan’s pipe, and a wine vessel. The carving is mounted above a chased gilt metal collar on an exotic knobbed hardwood shaft, reflecting the refined craftsmanship and whimsical imagery associated with French decorative arts of the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. Illustrated as Figure 42, pages 60–61, in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks. The iv*ry handle is further published in Véronique Willemin, editor/photographer, Eros Secret, Éditions Humus, Switzerland, 2006, p. 156, where it is attributed to Michael Döbeler (1635–1702). Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.5 x 36in., long. Provenance: Acquired by Eddi Van Auken in June 2005. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling. The iv*ry carving remains well preserved with crisp detail and an attractive aged patina. The gilt metal collar retains its chased decoration with expected wear. The exotic knobbed hardwood shaft exhibits scattered finish wear and minor abrasions consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

339


Lot Number 336

French Figural Mermaid Cane, Circa 1880 Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A French figural walking cane, circa 1880, featuring a finely carved ivry bequille handle in the form of a mermaid with inset dark eyes, crossed arms, a laurel wreath in her hair, and a delicately incised scaled tail. A chased gilt metal collar joins the handle to a malacca shaft fitted with ivry eyelets. This cane is illustrated as Figure 233 on page 175 of Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, where it is identified as French, circa 1880, and documented with provenance to the Collection of Catherine Dike, Switzerland. The sculpture is an elegant interpretation of the classical mermaid motif, combining refined carving with the graceful proportions characteristic of late nineteenth-century French luxury walking sticks. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 1.25 x 4.75 x 37in., long. Provenance: Collection of Catherine Dike, Switzerland. Acquired by Eddi Van Auken in June 2020. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938– 2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and careful handling. The carved ivry handle retains crisp detail and an attractive natural patina. One forearm of the mermaid is missing. Inset eyes remain present. The gilt metal collar exhibits expected wear and oxidation. The malacca shaft displays scattered handling marks and light finish wear, with ivry eyelets intact. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

340


Lot Number 337

Two Continental Memento Mori Walking Sticks Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of Continental memento mori walking sticks illustrating two distinct interpretations of one of Europe’s most enduring artistic themes. The first, Germany, circa 1800, is mounted on a natural twig-form shaft and surmounted by a finely carved bone skull with articulated lower jaw and carved bone vertebral neck rising from a horn collar. The second, France, circa 1900, features a polychromed carved wood handle as a bearded gentleman whose face transforms into a skull beneath a sweeping horn hat that forms the grip, symbolizing the duality of life and death. Together these canes embody the philosophical and artistic traditions of the memento mori, serving as reminders of human mortality. Both are illustrated in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks as Figure 58 (p. 74) and Figure 79. Dimensions: Cane 1: 1.75 x 2 x 50 in. Cane 2: 1 x 5 x 37 in. Provenance: Both canes are in good antique condition with expected age-related wear. The articulated jaw of the German cane operates as intended. Minor wear, age cracks, and small losses consistent with age. Condition: Both canes are in good antique condition with expected age-related wear. The articulated jaw of the German cane operates as intended. Minor wear, age cracks, and small losses consistent with age. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

341


Lot Number 338

Two Continental Figural Walking Sticks with Snake and Memento Mori Handles Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A pair of Continental European carved figural walking sticks dating to the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The first features a stag antler handle carved with a coiled snake winding around the antler and a finely detailed bird with outstretched wings perched above, mounted to a dark hardwood shaft. The second is a memento mori cane carved as a weathered skull emerging from a tree trunk, accompanied by white mice and a worm climbing through the composition, and mounted to a naturalistic branch-form shaft. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Snake Cane: 4 x 3 x 36 in. Memento Mori Cane: 2.5 x 2.5 x 37 in. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. The snake cane was acquired in April 2003, and the memento mori cane in June 1999. Condition: General wear consistent with age and use. The memento mori cane exhibits age cracks to the carved skull along with minor losses and wear to the applied white figures. The snake cane shows light handling wear. Please examine photographs carefully for complete condition details. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

342


Lot Number 339

French Figural Cane of General Henri Gatien Bertrand Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A finely carved French figural cane depicting Henri Gatien, Comte Bertrand (1773–1844), one of Napoleon Bonaparte’s most devoted military officers and companions. Carved in iv*ry and mounted on a malacca shaft with an engraved 18K gold collar, the figure portrays Bertrand in military dress holding his bicorne hat, with finely detailed epaulettes, drapery, and court uniform. The reverse bears the handwritten inscription “Gnl Bertrand,” identifying the subject. Following Napoleon’s defeat at Waterloo, Bertrand accompanied Napoleon into exile on St. Helena, where he remained until the emperor’s death in 1821. The cane is illustrated as Figure 245 (p. 184) in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 2 x 1.25 x 48 in. Provenance: Acquired in October 2000. The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Good antique condition with expected wear consistent with age and use. The carved handle retains crisp detail with minor surface wear. The engraved 18K gold collar is intact. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $90 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

343


Lot Number 340

Two European Figural Portrait Canes Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A complementary pair of nineteenth-century European figural portrait canes illustrated in Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks, Figures 244 and 246 (p. 184). The first, Spain, circa 1830, is surmounted by a finely carved iv*ry bust of a distinguished Spanish nobleman wearing the insignia of the Order of the Golden Fleece (Toisón d’Or), mounted to a tortoiseshell shaft with a 14K gold collar confirmed by XRF analysis. Notes accompanying the collection indicate it was acquired in August 2020. The second, France, circa 1860, depicts the Enlightenment philosopher Voltaire (François-Marie Arouet, 1694–1778), carved in iv*ry and mounted to a malacca shaft with a hallmarked sterling silver collar testing .925 by XRF. Notes accompanying the collection indicate it was acquired in October 2025. Together these canes reflect the nineteenth-century European tradition of honoring celebrated historical figures through finely carved presentation walking sticks. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: Spanish Nobleman Cane: 2 x 2 x 36 in. Voltaire Cane: 2 x 2 x 37.25 in. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Both canes are in good antique condition with expected wear consistent with age and use. The carved handles retain crisp detail with scattered minor surface wear. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

344


Lot Number 341

Two System Canes Including La Poconéol Radiesthesia Cane Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A collection of two unusual system canes illustrating the ingenuity of concealed-compartment walking sticks. The first is a French therapeutic or radiesthesia cane with a concealed diagnostic system, retaining numbered vials, a printed French guide, plumb bob, L-shaped divining rods, and additional accessories. The spherical handle is surmounted by a domed purple glass finial engraved “La Poconéol – Paris – Bordeaux,” identifying the cane as part of the French Poconéol radiesthesia system. The second cane conceals a gentleman’s travel and grooming set within its segmented bamboo shaft, including a hallmarked silver cylindrical container confirmed by XRF analysis, comb, straight razor, manicure implements, button hook, cut-glass scent bottles, and additional personal accessories. Together, these canes demonstrate two distinct approaches to the inventive system cane, each designed to discreetly house specialized equipment within an elegant walking stick. Special Notice: Preview, pickup, and shipping for this lot will be conducted exclusively through our Gardnerville, Nevada facility. Dimensions: 2 × 2 × 38.5 in. Cane 2: 1.75 × 1.75 × 36.75 in. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Both canes are in good antique condition with expected wear consistent with age and use. The concealed components are substantially complete and include numerous original accessories. Pickup & Shipping: Free Gardnerville, Nevada pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). This lot cannot be shipped to California, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Prospective bidders are responsible for determining the legality of purchasing or possessing this property in their jurisdiction.

345


Lot Number 342

Carl Einstein Presentation Cane by Alfons Ungerer Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 An important German Modernist presentation cane created by Berlin goldsmith Alfons Ungerer (1884–1961) for the influential writer, art critic, and cultural theorist Carl Einstein (1885–1940). The ebony shaft is mounted with a sculptural silver handle depicting an African head, its crook formed from bold, Expressionist lettering spelling “NEGERPLASTIK LEIPZIG 1915,” commemorating Einstein’s landmark publication Negerplastik. The collar is pierced with “CARL EINSTEIN” and bears Ungerer’s maker’s mark together with German silver hallmarks. A master goldsmith active in Berlin during the transition from Jugendstil to early Modernism, Ungerer was known for expressive sculptural silverwork that integrated form and typography. Those qualities are fully realized in the present cane, where the inscription itself becomes part of the design. Published in 1915, Negerplastik was among the first major European studies to recognize African sculpture as fine art, profoundly influencing the development of Cubism and modern art. Created to commemorate that groundbreaking work, this cane represents a rare intersection of decorative arts, literature, and the birth of modern art history. Dimensions: 1 x 4.75 x 35in., long. Provenance: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken (1938–2024), Danville, California. Mrs. Van Auken assembled one of the foremost private collections of antique canes and walking sticks over more than three decades. Selections from her collection were published in the museum-quality volumes Vertical Art: The Enduring Beauty of Antique Canes and Walking Sticks and Masterpieces: The Eddi Van Auken Collection of Antique Walking Sticks. Condition: Silver handle with light surface wear and scattered minor abrasions consistent with age and careful use. Ebony shaft remains straight with minor handling marks and a worn original ferrule. Maker’s mark and German silver hallmarks remain clear. XRF analysis indicates the silver tests as high as approximately .950 fineness. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $80 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

346


Lot Number 343

Scottish Silver-Mounted Ram’s Head Snuff Mull, Wilson & Sharp, Edinburgh Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Scottish Highland ram’s head snuff mull with finely engraved silver mounts hallmarked Edinburgh, bearing the maker’s mark of Wilson & Sharp. Founded in Edinburgh in 1898 by Robert Wilson and Andrew Sharp, the firm became one of Scotland’s foremost silversmiths, renowned for finely crafted Highland Revival silver, including quaichs, tea services, caddy spoons, and other traditional Scottish presentation pieces. Their maker’s mark was registered with the Edinburgh Assay Office in 1901. Snuff mulls served as both practical containers and ceremonial objects, storing powdered tobacco for communal sharing. They occupied a central role in Highland hospitality, where the offering of snuff was a customary gesture during social gatherings, hunting parties, and estate life. This example retains its original suite of suspended implements—including a mallet, rake, spoon, pick, and rabbit’s foot brush—used to prepare, loosen, portion, and clean the snuff. The unusually large taxidermied ram’s head reflects the Highlands’ close association with sheep farming, deer stalking, sporting estates, and pastoral life, while the richly engraved Celtic knotwork, thistle ornament, and faceted hardstone finials embody the Highland Revival style that celebrated Scotland’s cultural heritage during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Mounted on concealed casters, the mull could be easily passed among guests during formal gatherings. XRF analysis indicates the silver mounts test approximately 94% silver, consistent with sterling-grade silver. Dimensions: 21 x 22 x 15.5 in. high. Provenance: The Estate of Ed and Mari Crosby, Modesto, California. Condition: Overall very good antique condition with expected wear consistent with age and ceremonial use. Retaining its gilt-lined interior, concealed casters, carved horn mounts, and original suspended accessories, including the mallet, rake, spoon, pick, and rabbit’s foot brush. Silver exhibiting light wear and surface patina. Hallmarked for Edinburgh and testing approximately 94% silver by XRF analysis. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $165 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

347


Lot Number 344

Japanese Export Silver Dragon-Handled Presentation Vase, 22.15 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Japanese export silver presentation vase, finely worked in high relief with flowering plum branches and dramatic opposing dragon-form handles. An engraved presentation cartouche dated 11 November 1901 commemorates a silver wedding anniversary. The paired dragons and blossoming plum branches carry traditional associations with protection, prosperity, perseverance, renewal, and longevity—an especially fitting combination for a silver-wedding presentation. The underside bears Japanese export silver marks, and XRF analysis consistently indicates silver purity of approximately .960, exceeding the sterling standard. Dimensions: 9.5 x 4 x 10.5 in., high. Weight: 22.15 troy oz. Provenance: Property from a Palm Springs, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with an even, unpolished patina consistent with age. Light surface wear and minor handling marks. Presentation engraving and decorative details remain well defined. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $45 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

348


Lot Number 345

Russian Silver and Cloisonné Enamel Salt and Pepper Service, 7.68 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Russian silver and cloisonné enamel condiment service comprising two covered pepper shakers, four open salt cellars, two matching salt spoons, and a fitted presentation case retailed by P. Macfarlane & Sons Ltd., 54 Gordon Street, Glasgow. The four salt cellars are marked with the Russian 84 silver standard, while the covered pepper shakers bear 925 marks and complementary cloisonné decoration. The pepper shakers and salt cellars carry different hallmarks and are not an exact matched pattern. XRF analysis confirmed the silver content, with the 925-marked pepper shakers testing below sterling and the 84-marked salt cellars testing above their marked standard. Dimensions: Pepper shakers: 3.25 in. high. Salt cellars: 1.75 in. diameter. Case: 9.5 x 6.75 x 2.25 in. high. Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with light expected wear from use. Cloisonné enamels remain bright with minor scattered surface wear. Gilding to the salt interiors remains well preserved. The pepper shakers and salt cellars bear different hallmarks and are not a matched set, though they have long been housed together in the fitted presentation case. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

349


Lot Number 346

Russian Silver-Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Spoon and Salt Service Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 A Russian silver-gilt cloisonné enamel service, late nineteenth to early twentieth century, comprising twelve matching teaspoons, two open salt cellars with associated cloisonné spoons, and two additional cloisonné spoons, for a total of eighteen pieces. The spoons feature twisted stems with polychrome cloisonné enamel decoration and monogrammed gilt bowls. The pieces bear Russian kokoshnik silver hallmarks together with the traditional 84 silver standard, indicating approximately .875 fine silver, and maker’s marks reading EC (Cyrillic). The quality of the enameling and gilding is characteristic of the Moscow workshops active during the late Imperial period, when Russian cloisonné silver achieved international recognition for its exceptional craftsmanship. The silver content has been confirmed by XRF analysis. Dimensions: Teaspoons: 5.5 in. long. Salt cellars: 1.5 in. diameter. Provenance: The Hedgepath Estate, Chicago and Lake Shastina, California; by direct descent to the present heir, now being deaccessioned as part of downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with light expected wear from use. Gilding remains well preserved throughout. Cloisonné enamel displays bright color with minor scattered wear consistent with age. Hallmarks present throughout. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

350


Lot Number 347

243-Piece Austro-Hungarian .800 Silver Flatware Service, 247.9 Troy Ounces Estimate: $10,000 – $20,000 An extensive Austro-Hungarian .800 silver flatware service, late nineteenth or early twentieth century, struck with the Diana Head (Dianakopf) assay mark and a separate “MT” maker’s mark. Housed in its original fitted walnut chest, the 243-piece service comprises twelve place settings together with a broad assortment of serving pieces, fish services, specialty utensils, salts, and accessories. The documented weighable silver totals 7,710.8 grams (247.9 troy ounces), exclusive of twenty-four hollow-handled knives with stainless steel blades. Accompanied by a 1980 appraisal prepared by noted silver authority Pansy Lea Willburn, documenting the service as custom made and unusually complete. Its scale, original fitted chest, documented silver weight, and survival of numerous specialty forms distinguish it as a substantial example of formal Austro-Hungarian table silver. Dimensions: 28.5 x 19.5 x 12.25 in., chest. Weight: 7,710.8 grams (247.9 troy oz.) of documented weighable silver, excluding 24 hollow-handled knives with stainless steel blades. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present Davis, California heir; now being deaccessioned. Condition: Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Hallmarks present throughout. Retains the original fitted walnut chest. Accompanied by the 1980 appraisal. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $295 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Shipping costs may be reduced if the silver service is shipped without the chest.

351


Lot Number 348

57-Piece Tiffany & Co. “English King” Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 73.96 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Fifty-seven-piece Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware service in the English King pattern, patented in 1895 and marked “TIFFANY & CO. STERLING PAT. 1895.” The late Victorian pattern features reeded borders terminating in shell and foliate motifs. Monogrammed “HB.” The service comprises six nine-piece place settings and three serving pieces: 6 dinner forks, 6 salad forks, 6 dinner knives, 6 butter spreaders, 6 tablespoons (place spoons), 6 teaspoons, 6 iced tea spoons, 6 coffee spoons, 2 serving spoons, and 1 serving fork. Most pieces remain in their original Tiffany & Co. fitted wool storage rolls bearing woven Tiffany labels. Standard size. Approximate weighable sterling silver weight: 73.96 troy oz., excluding knives. Provenance: The estate of Harry L. Brown; thence by direct family descent to the present heir. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface scratching, minor wear, and scattered tarnish consistent with age and use. Monograms remain crisp. Original Tiffany storage rolls show expected age-related wear and discoloration. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

352


Lot Number 349

69-Piece Tiffany & Co. “Hampton” Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 120.21 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Sixty-nine (69) piece Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware service in the Hampton pattern, a clean, understated design introduced in the twentieth century. The service comprises twelve (12) dinner forks, twelve (12) salad forks, twelve (12) teaspoons, twelve (12) soup spoons, twelve (12) dinner knives with sterling silver handles and stainless steel blades, and nine (9) serving pieces. Total weighable silver is 120.21 troy ounces, excluding the knives. Dimensions: Standard table service. Weight: 120.21 troy oz. weighable silver (excluding knives). Provenance: Property from a Palm Springs, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Overall good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age and normal use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $50 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

Lot Number 350

33-Piece Tiffany & Co. “Colonial” Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 68.77 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Thirty-three-piece Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware set in the Colonial pattern, comprising 12 dinner forks, 12 salad forks, 6 spoons, and 3 serving spoons. Each features the pattern’s restrained reeded border with foliate decoration at the terminal and is monogrammed. Marked “TIFFANY & CO. STERLING PAT. 1893.” Dimensions: Standard size. Weight: 68.77 troy oz. Provenance: Property from an El Dorado Hills, California estate, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Very good overall condition with surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Monogrammed as noted. Marks remain clearly legible. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 plus 1.5% insurance

353


Lot Number 351

109-Piece Whiting “Louis XV” Sterling Flatware Service, 93 Troy Ounces Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 109-piece sterling silver flatware service by the Whiting Manufacturing Company in the “Louis XV” pattern, patented in 1891. One of Whiting’s most elaborate Rococo Revival designs, the pattern is distinguished by exuberant scrollwork, shell ornament, and richly modeled borders inspired by eighteenth-century French decorative arts. Produced during the golden age of American silver manufacturing, the Louis XV pattern remains among the firm’s most recognizable designs. The service bears the Whiting sterling hallmark and patent date, together with the retailer’s mark of Freeman Jewelry Co., Sacramento, California. The service retains matching engraved script monograms and weighs approximately 93 troy ounces of sterling silver, exclusive of stainless knife blades. The service includes 12 dinner knives, 12 luncheon knives, 13 serving pieces, 12 butter knives, 12 teaspoons, 12 dessert spoons, 12 dinner forks, 12 salad forks, and 12 tablespoons, totaling 109 pieces. Dimensions: Service of 109 pieces; various sizes. Weight Approximately 93 troy ounces (excluding stainless knife blades). Provenance: By direct family descent through a Sacramento, California family, and deaccessioned after nearly 100 years of ownership. Originally retailed by Freeman Jewelry Co., Sacramento, California. Condition: Overall very good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Attractive, even patina throughout. Matching engraved script monograms. No significant damage or repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 352

96-Piece Gorham “Fairfax” Sterling Flatware Service, 92 Troy Ounces Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 96-piece sterling silver flatware service by Gorham in the “Fairfax” pattern. Introduced in 1910, Fairfax is one of Gorham’s best-known twentieth-century flatware patterns. The service bears Gorham sterling hallmarks and weighs approximately 92 troy ounces of sterling silver, exclusive of stainless knife blades. The service includes 12 dinner knives, 12 butter knives, 12 soup spoons, 12 salad forks, 12 luncheon forks, 12 dinner forks, 12 teaspoons, and 12 dessert spoons, totaling 96 pieces. Dimensions: Service of 96 pieces; various sizes. Weight: Approximately 92 troy ounces (excluding stainless knife blades). Provenance: By direct family descent through a Sacramento, California family and deaccessioned after nearly 100 years of ownership. Condition: Overall very good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Attractive, even patina throughout. No significant damage or repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available. 354


Lot Number 353

66-Piece Reed & Barton “Francis I” Sterling Flatware Service, 65 Troy Ounces Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 66-piece sterling silver flatware service by Reed & Barton in the “Francis I” pattern. Introduced in 1907, Francis I is one of the firm’s most recognized sterling flatware patterns, distinguished by richly cast Renaissance Revival ornament incorporating fruit clusters, flowers, scrollwork, and foliate motifs. The service bears Reed & Barton sterling hallmarks and weighs approximately 65 troy ounces of weighable sterling silver, exclusive of stainless knife blades. The service includes 8 dinner knives, 8 butter knives, 8 soup spoons, 8 salad forks, 8 dinner forks, 17 teaspoons, and 3 serving spoons, totaling 66 pieces. Dimensions: Service of 66 pieces; various sizes. Weight: Approximately 65 troy ounces of weighable sterling silver (excluding stainless knife blades). Provenance: By direct family descent through a Dixon, California family and deaccessioned after two generations of ownership. Condition: Overall very good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Attractive, even patina throughout. No significant damage or repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 354

55-Piece Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service, Violet Pattern, 41.56 Troy Oz. Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 Wallace sterling silver flatware service in the Violet pattern. Fifty-five pieces including two serving spoons, eight dinner knives, eight butter knives, eight dinner forks, eight salad forks, nine cocktail forks, and twelve teaspoons. Marked Wallace Sterling. Approximate total sterling silver weight is 41.56 troy ounces. Dinner knives have weighted handles with stainless steel blades and are not included in the stated silver weight. Dimensions: Standard size. Approximate sterling silver weight: 41.56 troy oz. Provenance: By descent through a multi-generational Sacramento, California family and retained for decades as part of the family’s household silver. Deaccessioned by the present generation as part of an estate downsizing. Condition: Light surface wear, scratches, and tarnish consistent with age and normal use. Knife handles are weighted with stainless steel blades. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

355


Lot Number 355

68-Piece Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service, Sir Christopher Pattern, 86.25 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Wallace sterling silver flatware service in the Sir Christopher pattern. Sixty-eight pieces including eight dinner knives, six butter knives, eight dinner forks, eight salad forks, seventeen teaspoons, eight soup spoons, three iced tea spoons, and ten serving pieces. Marked Wallace Sterling. Approximate total sterling silver weight is 86.25 troy ounces. Dinner knives have weighted handles with stainless steel blades, and the pie server has a stainless steel blade; neither is included in the stated sterling silver weight. Dimensions: Standard size. Approximate sterling silver weight: 86.25 troy oz. Provenance: By descent through a multi-generational Sacramento, California family and retained for decades as part of the family’s household silver. Deaccessioned by the present generation as part of an estate downsizing. Condition: Light surface wear, scratches, and tarnish consistent with age and normal use. Knife handles are weighted with stainless steel blades. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $45 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 356

92-Piece Gorham Sterling Silver “Buttercup” Flatware Service, 90.8 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Ninety-two-piece Gorham sterling silver flatware service in the Buttercup pattern. The service includes 12 dinner knives, 12 serving pieces, 12 dinner forks, 11 salad forks, 7 cocktail forks, 6 iced tea spoons, 9 soup spoons, 19 teaspoons, and 3 salt spoons. Dinner knives and serving pieces incorporate stainless steel blades or components as manufactured and are not included in the silver weight. Total weighable sterling silver weight is approximately 90.8 troy ounces. Dimensions: Standard size. Approximate sterling silver weight: 90.8 troy oz. Provenance: Sonoma, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the heirs. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

356


Lot Number 357

81-Piece Wallace “Grande Baroque” Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 76 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Eighty-one-piece Wallace sterling silver flatware service in the Grande Baroque pattern, comprising 12 dinner forks, 12 salad forks, 12 teaspoons, 12 soup spoons, 12 dinner knives, 12 butter knives, and 9 serving pieces. Total weighable sterling silver weight is approximately 76 troy ounces, excluding the knives and stainless steel serving pieces. Dimensions: Standard size. weighable sterling silver weight: 76 troy oz. Provenance: Property from a Woodland, California estate, now being deaccessioned by the trust. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

Lot Number 358

87 Pieces International Sterling “Brocade” Pattern Flatware Service, 89+ Troy oz. (Weighable) Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 International Sterling flatware service in the Brocade pattern, comprising 87 pieces: 3 serving spoons, 12 salad forks, 12 dinner forks, 12 teaspoons, 12 soup spoons, 12 iced tea spoons, 12 dinner knives with stainless steel blades and sterling handles, and 12 butter knives. Marked “International Sterling” and “Brocade.” Total weighable sterling silver 89+ Troy oz., exclusive of knife blades. Provenance: Property by direct family descent to the present Carmichael, California heir, now being deaccessioned. Condition: Light surface wear and tarnish consistent with normal use. Overall very good condition. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

357


Lot Number 359

148-Piece Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Service, Grand Baroque Pattern, 31.77 troy ounces (gross) Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Wallace Grand Baroque pattern sterling silver flatware service comprising 148 pieces. Introduced in 1941, Grand Baroque remains one of Wallace’s most recognizable and enduring sterling patterns. The service includes 16 dinner knives, 15 butter knives, 2 master butter knives, 18 dinner forks, 24 salad forks, 17 cocktail forks, 8 soup spoons, 33 teaspoons, and 13 serving pieces. Thirty-seven (37) serving pieces and knives incorporating stainless steel blades are included as manufactured and not weighed. Total sterling silver weight is 31.77 troy ounces (gross) Dimensions: Standard size. Approximate sterling silver weight: 165.8 troy oz. Provenance: The estate of University of the Pacific professor Ronald Limbaugh, Ph.D. (1938–2023), Stockton, California. Condition: Good estate condition with light surface scratches, handling wear, and tarnish consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined lot shipping available.

Lot Number 360

51-Piece Reed & Barton “Spanish Baroque” Sterling Silver Flatware Set, 63.69 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Fifty-one-piece Reed & Barton sterling silver flatware service in the Spanish Baroque pattern. The set includes twelve dinner forks, twelve salad forks, twelve spoons, three serving pieces, and twelve knives with sterling silver handles and stainless steel blades. Total weighable sterling silver weight is approximately 63.69 troy ounces, excluding the knives. Dimensions: Standard size. Approximate sterling silver weight: 63.69 troy oz. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

358


Lot Number 361

6-Piece Plata Villa Sterling Silver Tea and Coffee Service with Sterling Tray, 155.51 Troy Oz. Estimate: $5,000 – $10,000 Six-piece sterling silver tea and coffee service by Plata Villa, Mexico City, comprising a coffee pot, teapot, covered sugar, creamer, waste bowl, and matching sterling silver serving tray. The tea and coffee service bears the Plata Villa mark, while the tray is by a different Mexican maker. Total weighable sterling silver weight is approximately 155.51 troy ounces. Dimensions: Tray: 16 x 22.5 in. Tallest piece: 9.5 in. high. Approximate sterling silver weight: 155.51 troy oz. Provenance: By direct family descent to the present El Dorado Hills, California heir. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface wear consistent with age and use. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $115 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

359


Lot Number 362

4-Piece 950 Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Service, 74.07 Troy Oz. Estimate: $2,500 – $5,000 Four-piece coffee and tea service crafted in .950 sterling silver, comprising a coffee pot, teapot, covered sugar bowl, and creamer. Each piece is stamped “950 Sterling.” While .925 sterling is the international standard, .950 silver contains a higher percentage of pure silver (95%), producing a richer luster and making it a favored standard among many fine European and Latin American silversmiths. Dimensions: Height: 11 in. (tallest piece). Weight: 74.07 troy oz. Provenance: Property of a retired Reno, Nevada Gucci executive, now being deaccessioned due to downsizing. Condition: Very good overall condition with light surface scratches, minor handling wear, and a mellow patina consistent with age and use. Each piece retains its matching .950 sterling mark on the underside. No significant dents or repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx for $60 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).

360


Lot Number 363

3-Piece Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coffee Service, 31.77 troy ounces (gross) Estimate: $1,000 – $2,500 An Edwardian-period sterling silver coffee service by Tiffany & Co., comprising a coffee pot, covered sugar bowl, and cream pitcher. Introduced circa 1907, Pattern No. 17085G reflects the refined classical taste that characterized Tiffany’s hollowware production in the early twentieth century. The service features tapered bodies raised on stepped circular feet, restrained reeded decoration, and balanced proportions. The coffee pot retains its original insulated handle and hinged domed cover with finial. Each piece is marked Tiffany & Co. Makers, Pattern No. 17085G, Sterling 925-1000, and bears the Tiffany “M” director’s mark associated with the firm’s renowned silver manufacturing operations. The pieces are further engraved with the monogram “HB.” Services of this type were produced for affluent American households during the Edwardian era and exemplify the quality and craftsmanship for which Tiffany silver became internationally recognized. Dimensions: Coffee Pot: 9.5 in. high. Weight: 31.77 troy ounces (gross) Provenance: Discovered within the family of the heir to the Louis Vuitton travel trunk offered in this sale, descending from Lt. Col. Carl H. Trik (1891–1951), a veteran of both World War I and World War II who received the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during the attack on Pearl Harbor; thence by family descent. The present coffee service forms part of a group of luxury objects bearing the name or monogram of Harry L. Brown, including a Tiffany & Co. sterling silver flatware service, a Patek Philippe pocket watch, and related personal effects. Condition: Good overall antique condition. Displays light surface wear, scratches, and scattered tarnish consistent with age and use. Minor dents and small areas of wear noted. Coffee pot retains its original insulated handle and hinged lid. No major repairs observed. Pickup & Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $50 plus 1.5% insurance. Combined lot shipping available.

361


www.NevadaGunAuction.com

·

(775) 790-2926

N E VADA GUN AUC T I ONS BY WITHERELL

LIVE AUCTION COMING IN 2027 Firearms, Edged Weapons & Militaria | Live Auction | Date and venue to be announced

N E VADA GUN AUC T I ONS BY WITHERELL

The General George C. Kenney WWII Archive Nevada Gun Auctions returns to the block in 2027. Leading the sale is the General George C. Kenney WWII Archive — the personal albums, papers and mementos of the commander of the Fifth Air Force and Far East Air Forces, including his bound copy of the September 1945 Instrument of Surrender of Japanese forces in the Philippines — offered alongside fine antique, collector and engraved firearms. Consignments are now being accepted.

Fine & Engraved Firearms

Mauser Modell HSc, factory engraved and gold inlaid

Full-coverage scroll engraving with gold-line borders, gold-plated trigger and controls, checkered walnut grips. Mauser-Werke A.G. Oberndorf.

L.C. Kersey Red Bluff California percussion half-stock target rifle

Heavy octagonal barrel, signed lock, double set triggers, tang-mounted peep sight and figured walnut stock with cheekpiece and crescent buttplate.

Now accepting consignments · (775) 790-2926 · info@nevadagunauction.com

Annex Auctions is Witherell’s estate and collector division, bringing fine art, furniture, jewelry, silver, collectibles and complete estates to the block with monthly live auctions throughout 2027.

2027 LIVE AUCTIONS SACRAMENTO CA

Auction dates and catalogs are announced first to the mailing list. Sign up, or ask about consigning a single piece or an entire estate. annexauctions.com | (916) 642-5193 | hello@annexauctions.com

362


TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. Acceptance of Terms By registering to bid, receiving a bidder number, or participating in any sale—whether in-person, absentee, phone, or online—you agree to these Terms & Conditions. These Terms may be amended at any time and become effective immediately when posted. 2. Auction House Role Witherell acts solely as agent for the Consignor. Title passes directly from Consignor to Buyer upon the fall of the hammer or equivalent confirmation. 3. Condition, Inspection & Warranties All property is sold “AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH ALL FAULTS.” No warranties—express or implied—are made regarding condition, authenticity, provenance, attribution, age, completeness, or fitness for purpose. Bidders must rely on their own inspection or that of an agent. 4. Bidding Process & Acceptance The auctioneer has exclusive discretion to open, reject, or reopen bidding; resolve tie bids; withdraw lots; or correct catalog errors. The highest bid recognized by the auctioneer is the winning bid. All absentee, phone, and online bidding is at the bidder’s own risk. 5. Buyer’s Premium & Additional Fees Buyer’s Premium: 25%. Add 3% for credit card payments. Buyers are responsible for shipping, handling, and the 1.5% insurance premium unless waived in writing. 6. Sales Tax Purchases picked up in California are subject to 8.75% tax. Shipments within California or Nevada are taxed at the rate of the delivery address. Valid California resale certificates are accepted. Out-of-state resale certificates are not valid for California pickup. Items shipped outside CA or NV via recognized carriers may be tax-exempt. 7. Payment Terms Payment is due immediately upon receipt of invoice. Accepted forms include cash, cashier’s check, wire transfer, or approved credit card. Late payments may accrue interest up to 18% annually plus collection fees. Witherell may rescind a sale for nonpayment. 8. Shipping, Insurance & Pickup Items are released only after full payment clears. Shipping is via recognized carriers; buyers pay packing, shipping, and insurance (1.5% unless waived). Items not picked up within 5 business days may incur storage and handling fees. 9. No Returns All sales are final. No refunds or rescissions. Descriptions, condition reports, and photographs are opinions only and not guarantees. 10. Absentee, Phone & Online Bidding Absentee, phone, and online bidding are offered as a courtesy. Witherell is not liable for technical issues, missed bids, dropped connections, or failures to execute bids. 11. Remedies for Default If Buyer fails to comply with these Terms, Witherell may cancel the sale, resell the lot, retain payments, or pursue legal remedies, including damages and costs.

Copyright Witherell Auctions 2026 All Rights Reserved Creative Direction by Brian Witherell Design by Asa Gilmore

12. Limitation of Liability Witherell’s liability for any claim is limited to the amount actually paid by Buyer for the lot. No consequential or incidental damages are permitted.

Photography by Asa Gilmore Charles Howard Bill Mahon

13. Governing Law & Venue These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Nevada. Venue for disputes shall be Douglas County, Nevada. Buyer consents to jurisdiction therein.

Printed by Dynagraphic in Reno, Nevada

363


LIVE LUXURY ASSET AUCTION

EVENT INFORMATION Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 4 PM to close Location: The Sutter Club Address: 1220 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Complimentary Parking Garage: 824 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 Hosted bar and food provided throughout the event.

ADMISSION Because the Sutter Club is a private venue, attendance is by member invitation only. Please email brian@witherell.com to be added to the guest list. Limited to 100 attendees.

AUCTION PREVIEW Wednesday, October 28: 1 PM – 4 PM | Thursday, October 29: 10 AM – 2 PM Preview Location: 300 20th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811

Cover Image: Lot Number 119, Warhol, $9 (Nine Dollars), Edition 18/35 Estimate: 100,000-150,000

Contact: 916-446-6490 | hello@witherell.com | www.witherell.com 364


Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
Live Luxury Asset Auction Catalog, October 29, 2026 by Witherell - Issuu