Tuesday MAY 13, 2008 - John Moran Auctioneers

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Tuesday
MAY 13, 2008
Conditions of Sale
1.
Lots Sold to The Highest Bidder: The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall be the buyer. Under no circumstances are the consignors
or the consignors‚ agents or persons acting on behalf of the consignors permitted to bid at the auction on their consigned property. The auctioneer
has the right to reject any bid, to advance the bidding at his or her absolute discretion and, in the event of any dispute between bidders or any other
issue with respect to the highest bidder, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In
the event of any dispute after the sale, John Moran Auctioneers‚, Inc., a California Corporation (hereinafter referred to as, JMA), record of final sale
shall be conclusive.
2.
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THE BILL OF SALE OR INVOICE OR BIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION OR STATEMENTS MADE BY THE AUCTIONEER DURING THE AUCTION OR
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WRITTEN, WITH RESPECT TO ANY PROPERTY.
3.
Buyer’s obligation to inspect each item: Buyers are strongly encouraged to view all items auctioned on display before the auction to determine the
true condition and nature of any item(s) of interest. Although there is no legal requirement that each buyer inspect lots purchased before the
auction, the failure to inspect may constitute a waiver of that buyer’s complaint that the item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent
condition at the auction as described in section 14 of these Conditions of Sale.
4.
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supporting statement in writing from a recognized authority stating that the painting or art sold is incorrect or not the work of the artist. A recognized authority shall be defined as a person who has authored, edited, or substantially contributed to a monograph on the artist, a person who has
curated, organized or substantially contributed to a solo exhibition on the artist, a person who has represented the artists estate or someone who
represented or worked closely with the artist while they were alive and, in any of the above instances physically handled works of the period, medium and subject matter in question during the course of their duties. Please note that dealers who advertise to buy a wide range of artists, appraisers
and representatives of other auction firms do not qualify as authenticators of individual artists unless they have had such specific involvement with
an artists work as specified above in addition to their daily duties. Any lot in question must be returned to JMA in the exact same condition as when
sold. Please be advised that JMA does not grant extensions to refund considerations based upon authenticity due to shipping delays. There are no
exceptions to this refund policy.
5.
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6.
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(Effective June 1, 2006)
6A.
A 20% buyer’s premium shall apply on all purchases made via ebay Live.
7.
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will not be sold (the reserve). In no event will the reserve price exceed the low estimate. JMA shall act to protect the reserve by bidding through the
auctioneer. The auctioneer may open bidding on any lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the seller. The auctioneer may continue to
bid on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve, either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other bidders. The
estimates provided by JMA concerning a given lot, are carefully considered opinions of the cataloguer and fine art staff. Any estimates given are
merely suggestive guidelines for interested buyers. Buyers must be aware that paintings and art are subject to fluctuating values depending on the
subjective interests of collectors and a wide variety of other uncontrollable factors. The lots auctioned may sell at prices either above or below estimates.
8.
Winning Bid Constitutes an Immediate Transfer of Title: Title to the offered lot shall pass to the buyer upon the fall of the auctioneer‚s hammer and
announcement by the auctioneer that the lot has been sold, subject to compliance by the buyer with all other Conditions of Sale. The buyer shall
forthwith assume full risk and responsibility for the lot and shall pay the full purchase price or such part thereof as JMA, in its sole discretion, shall
require. In addition, the buyer may be required to sign a confirmation of purchase or abide by any other financial terms that JMA deems necessary
to protect the interest of the consignors.
Conditions of Sale
9.
Removal of Purchased lots: All items sold may not be removed from JMA’s premises, or the premises of the auction, until the buyer has paid in full
the purchase price therefor or has satisfied such terms, as JMA, in its sole discretion, shall require. Subject to the foregoing, all lots are to be paid
for and removed from JMA premises at the buyer’s expense no later than the third calendar day following the sale, and, if not so removed, JMA may
transfer any such lot to its warehouse at the risk and expense of the buyer. If a lot has not been collected the third calendar day following the sale
and JMA does transfer the uncollected property to its warehouse, the buyer will be liable to JMA for storage and handling charges of $10.00 per day
for each lot. In addition to other remedies available by law, JMA reserves the right to impose a late charge of 1% per month or the maximum permitted by law on the purchase price commencing on the day following the date on which payment is due if the buyer does not make payment in full
in accordance with these Conditions of Sale.
10.
Absent Bidders: Bids which are submitted to JMA in writing or are otherwise left with JMA prior to an auction for execution at or below a specified
price (Absentee bids), as well as telephone bids, shall be entertained and executed by JMA for the convenience of bidders not present at auction, but
JMA shall not be responsible for failing to execute such bids or for errors relating to our execution of such bids. Bidding on any article(s), whether in
person, by agent, order bid, telephone or other means, constitutes the highest bidders acceptance of these Conditions of Sale. All absentee bids
must be received by JMA prior to the day of sale. Bidders by telephone are also encouraged to leave a cover bid in case of technical failure.
11.
Applicable taxes: Unless exempted by California law, the buyer shall be required to pay any applicable state and local sales tax or compensating use
tax on the purchase price.
12.
Buyer’s Breach of Conditions of Sale: If the buyer fails to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale, JMA may, in addition to asserting all remedies
available by law, including the right to hold such defaulting buyer liable for the purchase price, (I) cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages
any payment made by the buyer, (II) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately on seven days notice to the buyer, or (iii) take
such other action as we deem necessary or appropriate. If JMA resells the property, the original defaulting buyer shall be liable for the payments of
any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses, including warehousing, the expenses of both sales, reasonable attorneys‚ fees,
commissions, incidental damages and all other charges due hereunder. In the event that such buyer pays a portion of the purchase price for any or
all lots purchased, JMA shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that JMA, in our sole discretion, deems appropriate. JMA shall have the
benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code adopted in the State of California where the auction is held.
13.
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Sale, or any conduct related to or arising out of the auction, shall be the Los Angeles Superior Court, Pasadena Branch located at 300 E. Walnut
Street, Pasadena, California 91101 or the Federal Court Central District located at 312 North Spring Street, Los Angeles, California, 90012-4793.
The buyer expressly agrees that (I) neither JMA nor the seller shall be liable, in whole or in part, for any special, indirect or consequential damages,
including, without limitation, loss of profits and (II) the buyer’s damages, if any, are limited exclusively to the original purchase price paid for the lot.
14.
Delivery of Lots Sold: The packing and handling of purchased lots by John Moran Auctioneer’s staff at the auction is undertaken solely as a courtesy
to customers. There is no charge for packing material and labor supplied to you on the evening of the sale. In no event will JMA be liable for
damage to painting, glass or frames regardless of cause in connection with this free service.
JMA may, in our discretion and as a service to buyers, arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the request, expense and
risk of the buyer. JMA assumes no responsibility for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by other packers or carriers, whether or not
recommended by JMA. Nor does JMA assume any responsibility for any damage to picture frames or to the glass therein. In circumstances in which
JMA arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, JMA will include an administration charge.
In the case of JMA personally delivering an item, if an item cannot be delivered in condition equal to the existent condition at the time of sale, or
should any item be mis delivered, stolen or lost prior to delivery, JMA‚s liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the buyer at the auction. Buyers
are strongly encouraged to view all items auctioned on display before the auction to determine the true condition of items of interest.
15.
Notices, Demands and Refunds: Any demands for refunds, problems with the lot(s) sold or notices of any kind concerning the auction shall be in
writing and addressed to JMA at 735 West Woodbury, Altadena, California 91001.
16.
Effect of any Unenforceable Provisions: Should any of the Conditions of Sale be deemed unenforceable by a competent court having jurisdiction,
such unenforceable provision shall have no effect on the enforcability of the remaining provisions contained in the Conditions of Sale.
1001
A pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze & porcelain urns
Late 19th/20th century, each with flambeau finial above a foliate cup over a laurelswagged urn with squared foliate handles above a pedestal base centered by a reserve
depicting a boy or girl, on associated giltwood plinths, overall, 22'' H x 10'' W x 5'' D,
est:$800/1200 Condition: Urns: 20'' high. General marks, scratches and rubbing to
surface. Quality of casting varies. Probably originally part of a larger garniture. Reeded
tops of urns appear slightly lopsided. Elements loose on central thread. Both would
benefit from re-alignment and overall tightening. Some spotting and dirt accumulation
overall. Rubbing and minor losses to gilding on plinths.
1002
A pair of Louis XVI style gilt-metal wall lights
Late 19th/early 20th century, each with a pierced circular foliate and C-scroll cast
backplate issuing a putto holding a spray of six acanthus-sheathed J-form candlearms,
electrified, 13'' H x 16'' W x 24'' D, est:$3000/4000 Condition: Generally good condition
overall. Casting decent. Gilding of a rather brassy tone. General marks, scratches and
rubbing commensurate with age. One wall light missing small decorative attachment.
Originally probably part of a larger set as each putto has a Roman numeral etched into
one calf. Putti possibly reattached or reconfigured to backplates as there are additional
holes in the backplates. Each putto also has a square patch to lower back. Wall lights are
wired for electricity but require sockets. Wiring should be checked by a qualified
electrician prior to use.
1003
Pair of Louis XVI style ormolu figural candelabra
Late 19th century, each modeled as a putto holding aloft a bouquet of flowers, with three
candlenozzles, over a spreading base with laurel and floral-cast feet, not electrified, 17'' H
x 11'' W x 6'' D, est:$800/1200 Condition: Nicely cast. Gilding of a mellow gold color.
General marks, scratches and rubbing to surface, commensurate with age and use. Some
lilies lacking stamen. Some looseness to flower heads. With slight dirt accumulation to
crevices. Not electrified, as stated.
1004
A Royal Vienna style bronze porcelain table box
20th century, with blue beehive overglaze mark to underside, the arched handle above a
rectangular coffer top decorated with Classical scenes, with cornucopiae at corners, over a
rectangular case decorated with cameo medallions, with putti-form terms, on acanthuscast feet, 14'' H x 15'' W x 10.5'' D, est:$2000/3000 Condition: Generally good condition
overall. With typical light marks, scratches and rubbing to surface overall. Mounts
formerly gilt, now with only scattered traces of gilding remaining. Painted scenes
somewhat roughly executed. Lid with slight warp. Some dirt accumulation overall, would
benefit from cleaning.
1005
A William B Kerr 14K gold etched glass vanity set
Late 19th/early 20th century, Newark, New Jersey, with maker's mark and further
marked ''14K G 1900'' and with additional reference marks, comprising a pair of scent
bottles (6 x 3''), a pair of small table boxes (1.5 x 2.25''), a powder box (3.25 x 5''), a brush
(9.75 x 2.75''), a hand mirror (12.25 x 5''), a shoehorn (7 x 2''), a buttonhook (8 x .75'') & a
pair of scissors (4.25 x 1.75''), monogrammed ''CBS'', 10 pcs, weighable 14K gold (3 lids &
shoehorn), 235 grams, est:$2000/3000. Note: William B. Kerr was an independent silver
and goldsmith working in Newark, New Jersey from the 1880s until 1927 when his firm
merged with Gorham. He was particularly renowned for producing fine vanity articles
and sets. Provenance: Property From the Estate of C.B. Sweet, Lumber & Railroad
Pioneer, Beverly Hills, CA and thence by descent to the present family member.
Condition: Good condition overall. Glass elements very nicely etched. General marks,
scratches and some rubbing commensurate with age and use. With some dirt
accumulation to scent bottles. One small box with crack to glass at rim, under lid.
Shoehorn with slight bend. Scissor blades oxidized. Some spotting to tip of buttonhook.
Set would benefit from a light cleaning overall.
1006
After Julien Monier gilt bronze bust beauty
Late 19th/early 20th century, signed ''Julien Monier'' (active 1890-1915, France),
depicting a young woman with upswept hair, on a green breccia marble socle, overall,
25.75'' H x 15.5'' W x 9'' D, est:$1200/1800. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collection, Temple City, CA. Condition: Height of bronze: 18.75''. Very nicely rendered
and chased. Good condition overall. Gilding of a medium gold tone. With light rubbing,
marks and scratches commensurate with age. Slight dirt accumulation overall.
1007
Louis XVI style ormolu & marble clock garniture
Late 19th/early 20th century, ormolu and Griotte de Campan rouge marble three piece
garniture comprising a mantel clock with circular gilt dial with Roman chapters within a
ribbon wreath, the movement with ''Medaille d'Argent 1858 / Vincent'' pastille and
further marked ''A. 1 / 232'', surmounted by a rectangular cornice decorated with paterae,
flanked by cabriole supports, on a stepped plinth base with scroll feet and a pair of urns
with flared rims and tapering bodies with anthemia scroll handles, on a similar base, 3
pcs, the clock, 17.5'' H x 11'' W x 5.25'' D, est:$1500/2000 Condition: The urns: 13.75 x
5.5 x 4.5''. Generally good condition overall. General marks, nicks and scratches
commensurate with age and use. Minor scattered chipped losses to marble elements. One
urn cracked in half and well-repaired, with areas of well-matched infill. Mounts
embellished and/or some re-gilt. With varying quality to casting and gilding. One key.
Movement appears original and intact. Working condition of clock is unknown and not
guaranteed.
1008
A Louis XV style giltwood fire screen
Late 19th century, the cartouche-form frame with foliate-carved crest, with central panel
depicting maidens in a garden, illegibly signed lower left ''Braquenie'' (reputedly HenryCharles Braquenie, 1815-1897), on acanthus-headed downswept legs ending in scrolled
toes, 43'' H x 25.5'' W, est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from a Private Collector,
Beverly Hills, CA. Condition: Nicely carved. General marks, nicks, slight cracking,
rubbing, minor chipped losses and dirt accumulation overall. Some losses to gilding
revealing red bole, white gesso and bare wood in areas. Pictorial panel very faded and
with some staining and frayed areas on right side, as visible in photo. Silk backing to
reverse, faded dried and with a tear.
1009
A Louis XVI style giltwood ''tete-a-tete''
Late 19th/early 20th century, the S-form padded crestrail over a pierced spindle back
above padded seats covered in red velvet, with acanthus-carved arms, on curved seatrails
over spiral twist legs ending in tapering feet, 28.5'' H x 49'' W x 24'' D, est:$2000/3000
Condition: Height of seat: 18'', width of seat: 20.5'', depth of seat: 21''. Structurally sound.
Nicely carved. Probably regilt. General light marks and scratches to surface
commensurate with age and use. With some slight separation cracking at joints. Some
slight rubbing to gilding in areas. With wear and thinning to velvet, particularly to
crestrail.
1010
A French coralene porcelain plaque of a beauty
Last quarter 19th century, signed lower right ''E. Pages'', figure depicted in a coralene
embellished gilt Renaissance style gown and hat, holding a bouquet of flowers against a
gilt and cobalt foliate scroll ground, the plaque, 27.5'' H x 15.5'' W, est:$5000/7000.
Note: Coralene is a late 19th century form of decoration on glass and porcelain involving
tiny glass beads applied and then fused to the surface. The resulting effect bore a strong
resemblance to coral. Other names for this method are coral beaded or coralene beaded.
A companion piece to this lot sold, Skinner, Boston, MA, 17 July 2004, lot 4753.
Condition: Overall: 35.25 x 23''. Good overall condition. Nicely painted. Some fading or
cloudiness to glass beads, obscuring some detail of the gown. Detail most visible under
direct light. Some scattered losses to glass beads. With a 0.5'' loss near bustle of dress.
Apparently with some losses of beads and pigment round red panels of hat. Frame
painted gold. With some rubbing and minor losses overall.
1011
A Dutch mahogany & marquetry sewing table
First half 19th century, the rounded rectangular hinged top centered by a flower-filled
urn, opening to reveal a fitted interior, on cabriole legs decorated with flowering vines,
over an incurved undertier, on bun feet, 28.5'' H x 20'' W x 15'' D, est:$600/800
Condition: Structurally sound. General marks, nicks, scratches and wear commensurate
with age and use. With some fading to timber overall. Cracking and lifting to inlay in
areas. Hinges replaced. Lock removed. With some losses to lids and dividers of interior.
Repaired cracks to ends of front left and rear right legs. Front right leg tipped. Dirt
accumulation overall. Would benefit from cleaning.
1012
A Biedermeier satin birch sofa table
First half 19th century, the rectangular top with twin hinged rounded flaps to sides above
a frieze drawer over a faceted baluster stem above downswept legs, closed, 31'' H x 36.5''
W x 24.5'' D, est:$600/900 Condition: Width open: 57''. Structurally sound. General
marks, nicks, scratches and wear commensurate with age and use. With a tight shrinkage
crack running horizontally across top. With a patched repair with what appears to be
original veneer to right side of top. With typical minor cracking and lifting to timber in
areas, and some consequent well-matched overpainted restoration. Pulls probably
original with ebonized decoration rubbed. Feet tipped. Possibly originally with casters.
1013
A Persian repousse white metal charger
Circular, with scalloped border decorated with central flowering vines within a floral
band, 23'' Dia., est:$900/1200 Condition: General marks, scratches, rubbing, oxidation
and dirt accumulation overall.
1014
Persian oil painting, acrobatic figure w/ knives
Appears unsigned, oil on board, 35.75 H x 23.75 W, est:$900/1200 Condition: Visual:
Craquelure with paint loss and rubbing throughout. The upper left and right corners of
the canvas are missing and the exposed stretcher bars have been painted to match. Frame
abrasion. The canvas is loose on the stretchers. Blacklight: Overpaint evident to the naked
eye and under blacklight along the upper right and lower edges and on the box and
oranges along the right edge.
1015
A Persian Heriz carpet
20th century, with central medallion within a geometric field, 11' 3'' W x 7' 5'' D,
est:$1500/2000 Condition: Good condition with good pile and no real wear.
1016
A Persian Kirman botha design carpet
First quarter 20th century, with an open cream field with repeating botha design, within
saffron-colored border, 8' 3'' W x 12' D, est:$1000/1500 Condition: Extensive wear and
fading all over.
1017
A Turkish Ushak carpet
First quarter 20th century, the olive field with green and salmon, signed in a cartouche,
11' 8'' W x 9' 5'' D, est:$2000/3000 Condition: Very faded and shows some staining
overall.
1018
Alexis M. Podchernikoff (1886-1933)
Cows in a eucalyptus landscape, signed lower left: A.M. Podchernikoff, oil on canvas, 12''
x 16'', est:$1200/1800. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Rancho Palos
Verdes, CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of
restoration under blacklight.
1019
Astley David Montague Cooper (1856-1924)
Bayou on the Mississippi, signed lower right: A.D. Cooper, titled on the stretcher, oil on
canvas, 8'' x 15'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Tustin,
CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with minor surface dirt. The canvas
slightly loose on the stretchers. A chalky oval area of possibly varnish bloom evident with
the naked eye in the center of the canvas. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under
blacklight.
1020
American School, landscape with bridge and bird
Early 20th century, appears unsigned, oil on canvas, 27'' H x 33'' W, est:$1000/2000.
Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Santa Barbara, CA. Condition: Visual:
Generally good condition with stable craquelure throughout and some minor paint
shrinkage near the bird. Not examined out of the frame. Blacklight: A few scattered small
spots of touch-up throughout.
1021
Charles H. Harmon (1859-1936)
Pike's Peak, Colorado, signed lower left: Chas. H. Harmon, oil on canvas laid to canvas,
18'' x 22'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Corona del
Mar, CA. Condition: Visual: Paint surface affected by the lining. A small spot of loss on
the trees in the upper center quadrant. Minor craquelure and stretcher bar creases.
Blacklight: No evidence of inpainting under blacklight. Difficult to read under blacklight.
1022
Helen J. Balfour (1847-1925)
Two works: snowcapped mountains and summer oaks, one signed lower left: Helen
Balfour and one signed with initials lower left: H.B., each: watercolor on paper under
glass, each sight size: 11.25'' x 15.25'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from a
Private Collection, Los Angeles, CA, inherited by the present owner from the above.
Condition: Visual: Each: generally good, original condition. Toning to the paper of each,
particularly the snow capped mountain scene. Not examined out of the frame.
1023
Oak tree near a stream in a San Gabriel landscape, signed lower left: Helen Balfour,
watercolor on paperboard under glass, sight size: 15.5'' x 18.5'', est:$800/1200.
Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Los Angeles, CA, inherited by the present
owner from the above. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with very minor
toning in the white areas and very minor frame abrasion along the edges. The left edge is
slightly curved outward. Not examined out of the frame.
1024
Benjamin C. Brown (1865-1942)
Mission San Gabriel, signed lower left: Benjamin C. Brown, watercolor on paper under
glass, sight size: 6'' x 7.25'', est:$1000/2000 Condition: Visual: Spots of foxing
throughout. Colors strong. Not examined out of the frame.
1025
William Adam (1846-1931)
The Garden Path - San Juan Bautista Mission, signed lower right: Wm. Adam, signed
again and titled verso and numbered verso: X96, oil on board, 18'' x 13.5'',
est:$1000/1500 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. There are a few horizontal
lines where the artist has incised into the paint on the eaves of the roof in the upper
center. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1026
James Stuart Blackton (1875-1941)
October Evening, San Fernando Valley, Calif, signed lower left: J. Stuart Blackton, titled
verso, oil on canvas, 24'' x 20'', est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from an Estate,
Seattle, WA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with surface dirt and stretcher
bar creases along the upper and right edges. Very minor spots of loss along the right
stretcher bar crease on the right. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1027
Eucalyptus reflections in a landscape, signed lower right: Helen Balfour, watercolor on
paper under glass, sight size: 15.75'' x 20.5'', est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from a
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with mild toning and minor mat burn. Not
examined out of the frame.
1028
Stream through a San Gabriel landscape, signed lower right: Helen Balfour, watercolor on
paper under glass, sight size: 14'' x 18'', est:$700/900. Provenance: Property from a
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with mild toning and minor mat burn. A few
tiny dots of surface losses in the upper left and center quadrants. Not examined out of the
frame.
1029
Deidrich 'Dick' H. Gremke (1860-1939)
Oaks in a foothill landscape, signed lower right: Dick Gremke NAS, oil on canvas, 20'' x
28'', est:$1500/2000 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with stable craquelure
throughout. Blacklight: Minor scattered spots and dots of touch-up in the sky with the
largest scattered area in the upper left quadrant approximately 3" x 3" and scattered
areas. A few minor spots of touch-up on the landscape and one dot of touch-up in the
lower left quadrant.
1030
Ernest H. Pohl (1874-1956)
Purple Sage - Warner Hot Springs, signed lower right: E.H. Pohl, titled verso, oil and
pastel on board affixed to stretchers, 24'' x 32'', est:$1000/2000. Note: The painting
retains its original frame with printed artist labels affixed verso. Provenance: Property
from a Private Collection, Glendale, CA, acquired directly from the artist circa 1930s; by
descent in the family two generations to the present owner, Corona del Mar, CA.
Condition: Visual: Surface dirt and minor, stable craquelure. A few spots of paint loss
scattered throughout. The board was affixed by the artist to thin stretcher bar supports
with nails through the face of the painting (and are painted over) along the four edges.
The center of the painting is textured with sand. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration
under blacklight.
1031
Carl Schmidt (1885-1969)
Snowy river landscape, signed lower right: Carl Schmidt, oil on board, 11'' x 14'',
est:$600/800 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of
1032
Douglass Fraser (1883-1955)
The Green Hill, signed and dated lower right: Douglass Fraser 1945, signed again and
titled on an artist's label affixed to the stretcher, oil on canvas, 12'' x 16'', est:$1500/2000
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with stretcher bar creases and a small spot of
loss on the crease in the left center quadrant. Stable craquelure concentrated mainly in
the center. A few spots of framing gold paint on the painting surface in the lower center
quadrant. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1033
Carl Sammons (1883-1968)
Blooming wildflowers in a California coastal view, signed twice lower right: Carl
Sammons, oil on canvas laid to board, 7'' x 11'', est:$800/1200 Condition: Visual:
Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1034
Coast Line - Petrolia California, signed lower right: Carl Sammons, signed again, titled
and dated verso: 1944,, unframed oil on canvas laid to board, 6'' x 8'', est:$700/1000
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under
blacklight.
1035
Spring landscape, signed and dated lower right: C. Sammons 1921, pastel on board under
glass, 6.5'' x 10.5'', est:$600/800 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. In original
pie crust frame. Not examined out of the frame.
1036
Seascape, signed and dated lower right: C. Sammons 1921, pastel on board under glass,
6.5'' x 10.5'', est:$600/800 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with a minor spot
of stain in the upper center along the edge. In original pie crust frame. Not examined out
of the frame.
1037
Laguna School, Fisherman's Cove
Appears unsigned, oil on board, circa 1925, 10'' H x 14'' W, est:$1000/1500. Note:
Together with a black and white post card of Fisherman's Cove affixed verso. Provenance:
Private Collection, Tustin, CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: A
spot of touch-up on the rock in the center and a few tiny spots of touch-up in the upper
left extreme corner.
1038
Hernando G. Villa (1881-1952)
Seaside house, signed and dated lower left: Hernando Villa 42, mixed media on paper
under glass, sight size: 15'' x 9.75'', est:$700/1000. Provenance: With Hunter Ryan
Western Trading Post & Gallery, Austin, TX; Private Collection, Austin, TX. Condition:
Visual: Generally good condition with no evidence of foxing, staining or tears. Not
1039
Anna A. Hills (1882-1930)
Harbor with a lighthouse and boats, signed with estate stamp: A.A. Hills, oil on canvas
laid to board, 9.75'' x 12'', est:$2000/3000. Note: There is an original letter affixed verso
signed by Audrey J. Hills stating that this is an original painting executed by the artist,
inventory number A77HS. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Santa
Barbara, CA. Condition: Visual: Stable craquelure throughout and minor frame abrasion.
Blacklight: There is extensive touch-up throughout the right side of the painting
concentrated mainly in the sky with other scattered spots of touch-up throughout.
1040
Neil E. Jacobe (1924-*)
Fishing Boats - Pedro, A fisherman in a boat, Los Angeles Harbor, signed and dated
lower left: Neil E. Jacobe 49, titled verso, watercolor on paper under glass, sight size:
11.5'' x 14.5'', est:$700/1000 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with some very
minor toning to the paper. No evidence of tears or foxing. Not examined out of the frame.
1041
Nat Levy (1896-1984)
Mendocino dock scene, signed lower right: Nat Levy, watercolor on paper under glass,
sight size: 15'' x 21'', est:$600/800. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection,
Santa Barbara, CA, acquired directly from the artist. Condition: Visual: Generally good
condition. Not examined out of the frame.
1042
Anton Gutknecht (1907-1988)
Masted ship on calm seas, signed lower right: A. Gutknecht, oil on canvas laid to
masonite, 24'' x 48'', est:$1000/1500 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition.
Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1043
A pair of Shreve & Co. sterling candlesticks
Marked ''Shreve & Co. /San Francisco / Sterling'', each with circular disk drip pan
decorated with foliate scrolls over attenuated baluster stems on similarly decorated
spreading circular bases, 11'' H x 4.75'' W, 24 oz tw approximately, est:$1000/1500
Condition: Generally good overall condition. Light marks and scratches to surface. Each
stem with a very slight bend. Surface over-polished. Would benefit from slight repatinating.
1044
Tiffany & Co sterling demitasse cups Lenox liners
First half 20th century, marked ''Tiffany & Co / 18705A Makers 8590 / Sterling Silver /
925 - 1000 / M'', by John C. Moore II, comprising 12 demitasse cups (2.75 x 3 x 2.25'')
and saucers (4'') with Lenox porcelain liners, the sterling elements monogrammed ''M'',
36 pcs, with original case; sterling weight, 53 oz tw approximately, est:$1500/2000
Condition: Good condition overall. General light marks and scratches to surface
commensurate with age and use. Slight rubbing to gilding on liners. Case faded, worn
with exterior fabric tattered and loose. Case does not close properly.
1045
A Stieff sterling ''Corsage'' flatware service
Designed circa 1935, marked ''Sterling Stieff Pat. B'', comprising: 12 dinner forks (7''), 8
dessert / salad forks (6''), 12 dinner knives (9''), 20 teaspoons (6''), 8 bouillon spoons
(6.5''), 4 tablespoons (7.75''), 1 master butter knife (7''), 1 sauce ladle (6.25''), 1 sugar
scoop (6''), 1 pie server (10''), and a 2 piece carving set, the knife (10.25''), not
monogrammed, 70 pcs; together with an anti-tarnish mahogany canteen, weighable
sterling, 79 oz tw approximately, est:$1000/2000. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collection, Riverside, CA. Condition: Good condition overall. With typical marks,
scratches, rubbing, wear and tarnishing, commensurate with age and use. Canteen with
some marks and scratches overall. With some dullness to finish. Sterling weight is
without steel-bladed articles.
1046
Theodore Starr tea service, J F Fradley sterling
Late 19th/early 20th century, the tea service with maker's mark and further marked
''Theodore B. Starr / Sterling / 2189'', comprising a teapot (5 x 8.25 x 5''), a cream jug
(4.25 x 5.5 x 3.75''), and a two-handled sugar bowl (3.75 x 4.5''), decorated overall with
floral and foliate sprays, monogrammed ''TSR'' (?); together with a J.F. Fradley balusterform tea canister (3 x 2.25'') and kettle-form tea infuser, on stand (3.25 x 3''), each with
maker's mark and further marked ''Sterling'', with numbers, monogrammed ''STM'',
within a floral silk-lined mahogany case, 6 pcs, 34 oz tw approximately, est:$800/1200.
Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills, CA Collector. Condition: Weight of
teapot: 16 oz; cream jug: 6 oz; sugar bowl: 8 oz. Good condition overall. Decoration very
well executed. With minor marks, scratches and tarnishing to crevices, commensurate
with age and use. Teapot with yellowing and slight cracking to insulators on handle.
Weight of canister & infuser: 4 oz. With light marks and scratches to surfaces. Infuser
with some small dings around body. Case in good condition with only light wear to
exterior. Interior lining fraying somewhat.
1047
A Gorham Plymouth sterling coffee tea service
Dated 1911, with maker's marks and further marked ''Sterling'' and with model numbers,
comprising a teapot (8.5 x 10 x 4.5''), a coffee pot (11 x 8.25 x 4''), a covered sugar bowl (6
x 7.25 x 4''), a cream jug (5.75 x 5 x 2.75''), a waste bowl (4 x 5.5 x 3.75'') and a twohandled oval tray (21.5 x 15.25''), with ebony handles, variously monogrammed ''N'' and
''S'', 6 pcs, 105 oz tw approximately, est:$2000/3000 Condition: Generally good
condition overall. Tray with no date symbol evident. Date symbol to waste bowl obscured.
General light marks, scratches, rubbing and tarnishing to surface overall. With dryness
and fading to ebony elements. Foot of coffee pot bent and repaired. With losses to base of
ebony finial on cover of sugar bowl. Lip of lid with slight dent. Typical scuffing and marks
to tray.
1048
An Alvin sterling 'Chateau Rose' flatware service
Marked ''Alvin Sterling Pat. 1940 Chateau Rose'', comprising: 12 dinner forks (7.25''), 12
dessert / salad forks (6.5''), 12 dinner knives (8.75''), 12 teaspoons (6''), 13 bouillon
spoons (6.25''), 12 cocktail forks (5.5''), 12 butter spreaders (5.75''), 4 tablespoons (8.5''), 1
master butter knife (7''), 1 buffet fork (7.25''), 1 pie server (10''), 1 sauce ladle (6.25''), not
monogrammed, 93 pcs; together with an anti-tarnish mahogany canteen, weighable
sterling, 87 oz tw approximately, est:$1500/2500. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collection, Riverside, CA. Condition: Good condition overall. With minor marks,
scratches and tarnishing commensurate with age and use. Canteen with some rubbing,
wear and dryness to timber. Wear to finish of top. Hardware darkened. Brass plaque to
top not monogrammed. Sterling weight is without steel-bladed articles.
1049
Shreve centerpiece, Unger Brothers tray sterling
20th century, the Shreve & Co. hammered circular two-tiered centerpiece with maker's
marks and further marked ''Shreve & Co / Sterling / San Francisco'', the central well with
signed ''Hawkes'' floral etched glass liner, monogrammed ''M.N.E.'' (4'' x 10.5''); together
with an Unger Brothers welled circular tray, with maker's mark and further marked
''Sterling / 925 Fine / B1907'', circular, with reeded edge and central clover-form recesses
extending to oval wells (12''), 2 pcs, sterling weight, 34 oz tw approximately,
est:$700/1000. Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills, CA Collector. Condition:
Weighable sterling of centerpiece: 18 oz. Good condition overall. Very light marks and
scratches to surface. Hawkes liner with approximate 5mm chip to outside edge of rim.
Not noticeable when inserted into centerpiece. Also with a few further scratches. Tray
weight: 16 oz. Good condition overall with only light minor marks and scratches.
1050
A Reed & Barton sterling ''Windsor'' Tray, LeMay
Mid-20th century, marked ''Reed & Barton / Sterling / x959H /Windsor'' and bearing
the inscription ''Presented By / The National Aviation Club / To / General Curtis E. Le
May / Chief of Staff / United States Air Force / For his vision, courage and integrity in
war and peace, / for his contributions to national progress in aerospace, / and for his
vigorous leadership in maintaining the security of the nation and the free world /
October 17, 1961'', of scalloped rounded rectangular form with twin handles to sides, 21''
H x 12.25'' W, 50 oz, est:$1200/1800. Note: Curtis Emerson LeMay was born in
Columbus, Ohio on 15 November 1906. LeMay was a general in the U.S. Air Force. He is
credited with designing and implementing an effective systematic strategic bombing
campaign. After the war, he headed the Berlin airlift, then reorganized the Strategic Air
Command (SAC). He was honored by several countries, receiving the Air Medal, the
Distinguished Flying Cross, the Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Service Medal
from the United States, the French Legion of Honor and the Silver Star. On December 7,
1964 the Japanese government presented him with the First Order of Merit with the
Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun. LeMay was appointed Vice Chief of Staff of
the United States Air Force in July 1957 and was promoted to Chief of Staff in 1961 on the
retirement of Thomas White. LeMay was running mate to George C. Wallace in the
presidential campaign of 1968. He died on 1 October 1990 and is buried in the United
States Air Force Academy Cemetery at Colorado Springs, Colorado. Provenance: Property
from a Private Collection, Riverside, CA. Condition: General marks, scratches and
tarnishing to surface, commensurate with age and use. With marks to engraved surface,
as visible in catalogue photo.
1051
A John Fitch American coin silver cream pitcher
Last quarter 18th century, Trenton, NJ, stamped twice ''J.F'' within a rectangle, the
waved rim above a baluster body with downscrolled handle over a circular gadrooned
foot, monogrammed ''AJ'', 4'' H x 4.25'' W x 2.5'' D, 4.5 oz, est:$3000/5000. Literature: A
very similar cream jug, with a plain foot, made by John Fitch for Mayor John Lawrence of
Burlington, NJ, is illustrated C. M. Williams. ''Silversmiths of New Jersey: 1700-1825'',
Philadelphia, 1949, p. 131, fig. 39. Note: John Fitch was born on a Hartford County,
Connecticut farm in 1743. As a teen he clerked and apprenticed for two clockmakers and,
by 1764, established his own brass shop. After two turbulent years of marriage Fitch
deserted his new family in 1769, and migrated to Trenton, New Jersey; cleaning clocks
and watches to fund his way. There Fitch briefly apprenticed with silversmith James
Wilson, who would soon succumb to alcoholism. Fitch then acquired much of Wilson's
equipment and established his own smithy. Business would prove successful enough that
he took on a number of journeymen. During the Revolution, Fitch was engaged as an
armorer until the 1776 battle of Trenton, when the British army ransacked his shop,
forcing his flight to Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Fitch subsequently embarked on several
schemes- all of which would end in failure. These involved land speculation in Kentucky;
surveying in the Northwest Territory, where he was captured by the Wyandot, remanded
to the British, and imprisoned in Canada; and ambitious plans for what would become
the first American steam engine-powered ship. Ultimately this last endeavor would prove
unprofitable as design flaws and ongoing patent disputes caused Fitch's business to falter.
Impoverished and dispirited, Fitch took his own life in 1798. Credit for developing the
steamship would later be awarded to Robert Fulton.
Though Fitch's account books indicate that his Trenton shop prospered, extant works are
scarce. Historian Carl M. Williams recounts in''Silversmiths of New Jersey, 1700-1825''
that there are known only two cream pots, seven tablespoons, two teaspoons and a pair
of sugar tongs bearing the mark of John Fitch's firm. Provenance: Property of a Private
Collector. Condition: Good overall condition. Surface patina largely rubbed off. Some
rubbing to monogram. Foot appears to be cast. Gadrooning somewhat rough and uneven.
Some slight tarnishing to handle, commensurate with age. Typical light marks and
scratches.
1052
A Redlich J.E. Caldwell sterling coffee pot
Late 19th/early 20th century, with maker's mark and further marked ''J.E. Caldwell /
Sterling / 4188 / 1 1/4 pts'', of spreading pyriform, with curved attenuated spout,
decorated overall with foliate scrolls and floral sprays, 10.5'' H x 5'' W x 7.75'' D, 25 oz,
est:$1000/1500. Provenance: With J.E. Caldwell, Philadelphia, PA; Sold, Auctions by the
Bay, Inc., Alameda, CA, 8 June 2004, lot 1375. Condition: Good condition overall. Very
nicely chased. General light marks and scratches, commensurate with age and use. With
typical tarnishing to surface, particularly at tip of spout and extremities. With typical fine
cracks to insulator caps.
1053
A Towle sterling 'King Richard' flatware service
Marked ''Sterling Pat 1932'', comprising; 8 dinner forks (8''), 8 dessert / salad forks
(6.5''), 8 cocktail forks (5.75''), 8 dinner knives (9.75''), 8 butter spreaders (5.5''), 8
teaspoons (6''), 8 bouillon spoons (6''), 8 demitasse spoons (4.75''), 8 iced tea spoons
(8.25''), 4 tablespoons (8.5''), 1 buffet fork (8''), 1 sauce ladle (7''), 1 preserve / sugar
spoon (6'') and a 2 piece carving set, the knife (13.25''), monogrammed ''R'', 81 pcs, in a
mahogany-stained anti-tarnish canteen, weighable sterling, 116 oz tw approximately,
est:$1000/2000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Riverside, CA.
Condition: Good condition overall. With typical marks, scratches, rubbing, wear and
tarnishing, commensurate with age and use. Canteen with some marks, scratches and a
few gouges to top and sides. Sterling weight is without steel-bladed articles.
1054
Reed Barton sterling Hampton Ct coffee tea service
20th century, marked ''Reed & Barton / Sterling / 660 / Hampton Court'', comprising a
teapot (9 x 10.5 x 4.5''), a coffee pot (7 x 10.5 x 4.5''), a covered sugar bowl (6 x 8 x 4.75'')
and a cream jug (5 x 5.5 x 3.25''), not monogrammed, 4 pcs, 73 oz tw approximately,
Condition: Good condition overall. With very light marks and scratches and minor
tarnishing to surface. Pieces with a few minor dings to bodies, coffee pot with most
significant ding (0.5''). Some minor cracking to insulator rings.
1055
Schofield sterling Baltimore Rose flatware service
Patented in 1905, with maker's marks and further marked ''Sterling Balto Rose'', an
assembled part service for sixteen comprising: 16 dinner forks (7.5''), 16 dessert/salad
forks (6.25''), 17 teaspoons (6''), 16 cream soup spoons (7''), 12 bouillon spoons (5.25''), 16
cocktail forks (5.5''), 16 demitasse spoons (4.5''), 9 dinner knives (9.25''), 7 dinner knives
(9'') 8 butter spreaders with curled blade and monogram cartouche (5.5''), 8 butter
spreaders with simple blade and no monogram cartouche (5''), a 2 piece carving set, the
knife (13.75''), 1 tablespoon (8.5''), 2 buffet forks (8.75''), 1 fish fork (7.5''), 1 tomato server
(7.5''), 1 jelly scoop (6.75''), 2 salt spoons (3.25''), 1 sugar scoop (6''), 1 pickle fork (6''), a 2
piece salad serving set (8.75''), 155 pcs, decorated in the round, with raised back, some
pieces monogrammed to the reverse ''KCC'', weighable sterling, 175 oz tw approximately,
est:$7000/10,000. Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills, CA Collector.
Condition: Weight does not include hollow handle knives with stainless steel blades or
carving set. Good condition overall. Decoration well executed. An assembled set, as
stated, with slight variations as noted. General marks, scratches and slight rubbing to
surface overall commensurate with age and use. One salt spoon with very slight bend to
bowl. Sterling weight is without steel-bladed articles.
1056
Aftr Remington fine silver sculpture Mountain Man
Late 20th century, marked ''Copyright by / Frederic Remington'', after Frederic
Remington (1861-1909, America), a certified Liberty Mint fine (.999) silver cast of 'The
Mountain Man, #54', registration number ''72/100'', authorized by the Frederic
Remington Museum, together with a folio of an 8'' x 10'' color photo of the sculpture and
a signed certificate of authenticity, 28'' H x 10.5'' W x 22'' D, 1004 troy oz,
est:$12,000/18,000. Provenance: Property from an Estate, San Luis Obispo, CA.
Condition: Good overall condition. With general light marks, scratches, rubbing and
tarnishing commensurate with age. With some slight bending to elements.
1057
Allen Sapp (1929-*)
Two winter landscapes with figures, each: signed lower right: Allen Sapp, each: acrylic on
canvasboard, each: 5'' x 7'', est:$700/1000. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collection, Corona del Mar, CA. Condition: Visual: Each: generally good condition.
1058
Nicholas S. Firfires (1917-1990)
Looking Him Over, Corral scene, signed lower left: Nicholas S. Firfires, titled and
numbered on label verso: No. 389, oil on canvas, 28'' x 38'', est:$3000/5000.
Provenance: Property from the J.D. Trust, Paradise Valley, AZ. Condition: Visual:
Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1059
Marjorie Reed (1915-1996)
Feeding Time (Navajoland), Little girl feeding a burro, signed lower left: Marjorie Reed,
signed again and titled on the artist's label affixed verso, oil on canvasboard, 5'' x 7'',
est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Irvine, CA. Condition:
Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1060
Dorothy Sklar (1906-1996)
Street Vendors, signed lower right: Dorothy Sklar, signed again and titled verso, titled
again on an artist's label affixed to the frame, mixed media on masonite, 24'' x 36'',
est:$1500/2500. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Crestline, CA.
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with a minor spot of loss in the upper center
quadrant and some minor oxidized paint in the dark pigments in the center around the
figures. Some minor frame abrasion along the edges. Blacklight: No evidence of
1061
James G. Swinnerton (1875-1974)
Low Clouds & Mountain Mist, Mountain landscape sketch, signed lower right: J.
Swinnerton, signed again and titled on a label affixed verso, oil on canvas laid to board,
12'' x 16'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: With Knox and Campbell Galleries, Tucson, AZ;
Goldfield Galleries, Los Angeles, CA; Private Collection, Carlsbad, acquired from the
above. Condition: Visual: Dirty. A vertical line of overpaint extending through the center
of the canvas where the canvas may have been folded. Blacklight: Corresponding
overpaint and touch-up on the center vertical crease. A vertical scattered area of touch-up
to the left of the left-most tree.
1062
George Elbert Burr (1859-1939)
Buttes in a desert landscape, signed and dated in pencil lower right: George Elbert Burr
1922, watercolor on paper under glass, sight size: 7.25'' x 12'', est:$800/1200 Condition:
Visual: Generally good condition with mild toning and possible fading. A few tiny spots of
foxing in the sky. Not examined out of the frame.
1063
Edward Borein (1872-1945)
The Long Throw, signed in pencil lower right: Edward Borein, etching and drypoint on
paper under glass, plate size: 5.5'' x 10.5'', est:$2000/3000. Literature: Davidson, 125.
Provenance: Property from a Private Florida Collection. Condition: Visual: Generally
good condition with very pale toning to the paper and two minor spots of stain in the
lower center margin. Not examined out of the frame.
1064
Julius J. Rorphuro (1861-1928)
Indians on horseback nearing a river, signed lower right: J. Rorphuro, oil on canvas, 24'' x
20'', est:$700/1000 Condition: Visual: Dirty and discolored varnish. A spot of paint loss
along the lower center edge and some minor scattered spots of craquelure. Blacklight: No
evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1065
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834-1903)
Billingsgate, signed and dated in the plate lower right: Whistler 1859, etching on paper
laid to board under glass, plate size: 6'' x 8.8'', est:$600/800. Provenance: Property from
a Private Hawaii Collection. Condition: Visual: The paper significantly light struck and
burned to a deep brown tone. Hinged in the upper left and right corners, minor handling
creases in the margins.
1066
John Stobart (1929-*)
CINCINNATI The Queen City of the West in 1876, First of a series of four ''Mississippi
River Port Prints'', 1975, signed and numbered in pencil lower right: John Stobart,
593/750, lithograph on paper under glass, image size: 19.75'' x 32'', est:$900/1200. Note:
Published by Maritime Heritage Prints. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Not
1067
Henry Hulsmann (1849-1930)
River through a country landscape, signed and dated lower left: L. Hulsmann 1913, oil on
canvas, 9'' x 14'', est:$800/1200. Note: A note is affixed to the paper backing indicating
that the painting was given to Edwy B. Ried by President Herbert Hoover. Condition:
Visual: Generally good condition with minor surface dirt. Blacklight: No evidence of
1068
Frank A. Barney (1862-1954)
Seneca River, signed lower left: FA Barney, titled and numbered verso: 14, oil on board,
12'' x 16'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Temecula,
CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Surface dirt. Blacklight: No evidence of
1069
Arthur Kowalski (1893-1958)
Niagara River Boat House, signed verso: Arthur Kowalski, signed again and titled on an
original label affixed verso, oil on canvasboard, 20'' x 24'', est:$800/1200. Exhibited:
Buffalo Society of Artists, Buffalo, NY, 55th Annual Exhibition, Hotel Statler, May 1950
(see label verso). Provenance: With Rundell Galleries, Rochester, NY. Condition: Visual:
Generally good condition. Minor warping and a small isolated area of bubbling to the
canvas along the upper edge and a small area of paint loss in the upper left corner.
1070
Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952)
Aphrodite, 1920s, signed in the print lower right: Curtis L.A., toned gelatin silver print
under glass , 10'' x 13'', est:$2000/3000 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Not
1071
Eleanor Merriam Lukits (1909-1948)
Standing nude holding a green cup, signed lower left: E. Merriam, pastel on board under
glass, sight size: 22.5'' x 16'', est:$800/1200. Note: Eleanor Merriam Lukits was the
daughter of artist James A. Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA) and wife of artist
Theodore Lukits (1897-1992 Los Angeles). Condition: Visual: Generally good condition
with no evidence of foxing, staining or tears. Not examined out of the frame.
1072
Emil J. Kosa Jr. (1903-1968)
Study of a female nude, signed lower left: E.J. Kosa Jr., conte crayon on paper under
glass, sight size: 23.5'' x 16.25'', est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collection, Corona del Mar, CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Paper is
slightly light struck/toned and there are untoned edges of the paper along the upper,
lower and right sides where the visible area of the paper was enlarged for the current
archival framing. A very minor crease in the paper along the upper right edge and a very
minor indentation in the paper in the left center quadrant. Not examined out of the
frame.
1073
Clarence Hinkle (1880-1960)
Floral still life, signed lower right: Hinkle, watercolor and ink on board under glass, 12'' x
16'', est:$1500/2000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, East Wenatchee,
WA; by descent in the family to the present owner. Condition: Visual: Generally good,
original condition. Mild toning to the paper. Hinged with old paper tape along the four
edges to the front mat.
1074
An American Federal mahogany pembroke table
Early 19th century, the oval line-inlaid top with twin hinged flaps to sides above a slightly
bowed frieze drawer, on similarly inlaid square tapering legs, 28'' H x 20'' W x 32'' D,
est:$800/1000 Condition: Structurally sound. General marks, nicks, scratches and fading
to timber commensurate with age. Pull probably original. With some lifting and minor
losses to string inlay in areas, particularly on edges of top. Top faded with three dark
circular patches in center and on leaves, as visible in catalogue photo. With a well
executed repair to right front corner of top. Some fine shrinkage cracks running in from
front and back edges of top - stable.
1075
An American Queen Anne maple highboy
Late 18th/early 19th century, the rectangular molded cornice above two short over three
long graduated drawers above a conforming stand fitted with one long over three short
drawers, with central fan above a scalloped apron with drop finials, on cabriole legs, 69''
H x 39'' W x 22'' D, est:$700/900 Condition: Structurally sound. Refinished. General
marks, nicks, scratches and wear commensurate with age and use. Variations to
construction between upper and lower elements - top and base possibly associated. Pulls
replaced. Formerly with escutcheons. Replacements to backboards. Re-gluing and
possibly replacements to legs. With shrinkage cracking to sides of upper case. With
infilled fillets and overpainted restoration. Replacements to apron elements. No key.
1076
An American Classical mahogany work table
First quarter 19th century, the rectangular top with eared roundel corners above three
graduated drawers, flanked by ring and ball turned standards over spiral reeded tapering
legs ending in toupie feet on casters, 29.5'' H x 19'' W x 16.5'' D, est:$600/800 Condition:
Good condition overall. Nicely made. Structurally sound. Timber with a good nutty color
and figuring overall. Top evenly sun faded. Refinished. With general marks, nicks and
scratches commensurate with age and use. Some minor cracking and overpainted
restoration. Pulls probably replaced. With replacements to locks. Top drawer with a
patched repair to top edge. Lacking work basket to bottom slide. No key.
1077
An Aesthetic Movement gilt-oak side table
First half 20th century, in the manner of Herter Brothers, the rectangular top above a
gadrooned frieze with central drawer, over rectangular trestle supports with foliatecarved reserves joined by a stretcher centered by an oval cabochon, 36'' H x 46'' W x 20''
D, est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Sold John Moran Auctioneers, Inc, 5 December 2006,
lot 2120. Condition: Good condition overall. Structurally sound. General marks, nicks and
scratches commensurate with age. With some crazing, fading and water staining to top.
Some rubbing to gilding.
1078
A Tiffany & Co walnut chiming mantel clock
Second half 19th century, in the George II style, the silvered and gilt dial marked ''Tiffany
& Co / New York, with Arabic chapters, a strike/silent dial, seconds dial and Whittington
/ Westminster chime dial, within an arched case with conforming door with glazed panel
within a foliate-cast surround, with columnar uprights to front corners and handles to
sides, on bracket feet, 20'' H x 16'' W x 9.5'' D, est:$6000/8000 Condition: Good
condition overall. General marks, nicks and scratches commensurate with age. Some
slight rubbing and darkening to bronze elements. With some fading to timber. With some
minor cracking to timber in areas and with areas of overpainted restoration to timber.
Mesh to rear door has torn away at one side. With pendulum, two door keys and one
winding key. Works appear complete and original. Working condition unknown and not
guaranteed.
1079
An American Folk Art ventriloquist doll dummy
19th century, with red fiber hair, hand painted papier mache head inset with glass eyes,
wooden hands and torso frame, with pole and ring pull to move head and mouth, in a red
bell hop uniform, 40.5'' W x 16'' D, est:$800/1200 Condition: Hair with losses and
somewhat matted. Head with typical cracking and rubbing to surface commensurate with
age and use. Head and mouth move well. Hands with some wear to painted decoration.
Uniform faded overall. Shoes with dirt accumulation.
1080
An American sheet iron metal horse weathervane
19th century, the stylized horse depicted mid-gallop, with wrought iron reinforcing rib,
27'' H x 18'' W, est:$600/900. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Los
Angeles, CA. Condition: With typical wear and patina commensurate with age, more to
one side than other. With a later makeshift support to side with more wear. With a later
brace to front hoof. Lacking vertical support.
1081
A Victorian Symphonion upright disk music box
Late 19th century, coin operated, the walnut cabinet with pierced pediment above an
arched glazed door enclosing musical mechanism, playing 21.25'' disk on 8.25'' combs,
with 10 bells, lacking lower disk storage cabinet, with 12 disks including ''Romanian
song'', ''Tyrolese song'', ''Soldiers of the Queen'', ''Soldiers in the Park'', ''The Blue
Danube'', ''Li Ti Ti Rheinlander'', ''Der Findling'', ''J'adore la puissance de l'amour'', ''Das
treue deutsche Herz'', ''Marche March'', ''Charinthian march'' and one un-identified disk,
13 pcs, the cabinet, 54.5'' H x 28'' W x 17'' D, est:$2000/4000. Provenance: Property
from a Private Collection, Temple City, CA. Condition: General marks, nicks, scratches,
rubbing, wear and fading to case overall. Visible old woodworm. Top arched element to
crest possibly replaced. Lacking original lower disk storage cabinet. Apparently in
working order. Disks oxidized and with spotting, bending and some breakage to pierced
edge.
1082
A Harden Mission oak suite of seat furniture
Early 20th century, an assembled set, two pieces bearing a paper label printed ''The
Harden Line / Factory No. 2 Camden, New York'', comprising an armchair (41 x 29 x
23.5'') an adult rocking chair (38.25 x 28.5 x 30''), a child's armless rocking chair (32 x 18
x 28'') and a settee (42 x 55 x 26''), each with a solid slightly curved crestrail over a slatted
back above a loose sprung cushion covered in cream fabric, 4 pcs, , est:$1500/2000.
Note: Labels with handwritten note identifying the recipient of the order as ''Handiman
Woolworth''. Evidently pieces from two different orders, with slight variations. Cushions
recovered recently. With some light soiling and marks, particularly to settee. Condition:
Seats: armchair; 20 x 20 x 18.5'', adult rocking chair; 18 x 19.5 x 18.5'', child's rocking
chair; 18.5 x 16 x 14.4'', settee; 20 x 45.5 x 18''. Good condition overall. Structurally sound.
Old finish and color even and consistent overall. General marks and scratches to surface,
commensurate with age. With newer upholstery to cushions.
1083
Albert Marquet (1875-1947)
St. Cloud, View of Porte de Saint Cloud, Paris, signed and titled lower left: Marquet, oil on
canvas, 9.5'' x 13.75'', est:$30,000/40,000. Note: Together with the book: Marius
Mermillon, ''Marquet'', from the series ''Les Artistes Nouveaux'', Les Editions G. Cres,
Paris, 1929. Provenance: With Chester H. Johnson Galleries, Chicago, IL (see label
affixed to stretcher verso); Berthe Mason Estate, Pasadena, CA. Condition: Visual:
Generally good condition. Blacklight: A spot of touch-up each in the upper right and
lower left corners and a pea-sized area of touch-up in the lower right quadrant.
1084
Arthur V. Diehl (1870-1929)
Provincetown Wharf, signed lower left: Arthur V. Diehl, oil on board, 9'' x 13.5'',
est:$1000/1500 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of
1085
Francesco Spicuzza (1883-1962)
Figures at a beach, signed lower right: Spicuzza, oil on board, 6'' x 8'', est:$800/1200
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under
blacklight.
1086
Withdrawn
1087
Frederico Oliva (early 20th century-)
Young girl holding an apple, signed lower right: F. Oliva, oil on canvas, 12'' x 9'',
est:$900/1200. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Temecula, CA.
Condition: Visual: Minor, stable craquelure scattered throughout. Blacklight: A few
minor, tiny spots of touch-up on the figure's head and arms. Very minor touch-up to
address cracking in the upper right quadrant and along the lower edge.
1088
Gheorghe Petrascu (1872-1949)
Three works: still life with flowers, woman on a coast and two standing figures, each
signed lower left: G. Petrascu, two dated lower left: 1927, the largest signed again and
numbered verso: N. 21, each: oil on board, the largest: 14'' x 11'', est:$500/800. Note:
Dimensions of the smaller works: 9.25" x 6.25" and 8.25" x 6.25". Provenance: Property
from the G.M. Epure Trust, San Marino, CA. Condition: Visual: Each: dirty. Still life:
frame abrasion and rough edges to the board, the upper left extreme corner missing and a
few minor spots of paint loss along the upper edge. Woman on a coast: A nickel-sized
spot of varnish on the surface to the right of the figure's foot. Possible scattered paint loss
throughout or perhaps an intentional surface by the artist. Two standing figures: Some
minor possible scattered paint loss mainly near the edges of the background or perhaps
an intentional surface by the artist. Not examined out of the frames. Blacklight: Each: no
evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1089
Leonid Gechtoff (1883-1941)
Seated nude, signed and dated upper right: L. Gechtoff 37, oil on canvas, 20'' x 24'',
est:$1000/2000 Condition: Visual: Scattered dots of paint loss and craquelure, some
unstable, throughout. Blacklight: Scattered spots of touch-up throughout the background,
on the figure's face and torso to address paint losses.
1090
Robert Chailloux (1913-*)
Still life depicting miniature ethnic figurines and a jewelry casket, signed lower left:
Robert Chailloux, oil on canvas, 18'' x 21'', est:$1000/2000. Provenance: By family
descent, Estate of Dr. John Simons, Orange, CA. Condition: Visual: Generally good
condition. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1091
A. Von Husenett (1900-*)
Attack - The San Juan Block House July 1st, Spanish-American War scene, signed and
dated lower right: A.V. Husenett 18-98, titled and inscribed lower left, watercolor,
gouache and graphite on board under glass, sight size: 14'' x 20'', est:$500/800.
Exhibited: National Academy of Design, ''War Pictures of the Century'', 1898 (possibly).
Note: Inscribed in pencil lower left in the margin: The Regiments in this part of
engagement were the 6th, 13th and 16th regulars. Condition: Visual: Generally good
condition. The paper mildly toned throughout. Not examined out of the frame.
1092
James Hardy III (20th century-)
Two works: Man O'War whaling ships, each signed lower right: James Hardy, each: oil on
panel, each: 16'' x 24'', est:$1500/2500. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection,
London, England. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: No evidence of
1093
James Hardy III (20th century-)
Two works: triple masted 18th century British Navy ships, each signed lower right: James
Hardy, each: oil on panel, each: 9.5'' x 19.5'', est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from
a Private Collection, London, England. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition.
1094
A Steinway model "B" ebonized grand piano
Circa 1925, serial number 239529, further marked ''D / 4169'', with squared tapering legs
ending in spade feet on casters, together with an associated ebonized bench and a piano
shawl, 40'' H x 56.5'' W x 81'' D, est:$15,000/20,000. Provenance: Purchased by the
present owner's family from Lyon & Healy, Chicago, IL, 19 March 1929. Thence by
descent. Property from an Estate, Sun City, AZ. Condition: Well maintained. Keyboard
mechanism is sound and stable. Pin block in excellent condition. Stable tuning. Action is
slightly stiff - medium to moderately heavy, but good. Plays well and loudly. Good sound.
Keys consistent. With a few hairline cracks to soundboard. The two larger are separations
of individual planks that make up the soundboard. With some further smaller surface
hairline cracks (do not go through). Exterior in very good condition. Re-strung and refinished within the last 10-20 years. Some minor marks and scratches commensurate
with age and use. A few minor hairline cracks to outside keys. Associated bench with a bit
more wear (18.25 x 36 x 15''). With original purchase receipt, 1972 restoration receipt and
with older classical sheet music and other ephemera. Shawl with some wear.
1095
Set of four Walter Lamb tubular copper armchairs
Designed circa 1942, each with a backswept crestrail above a woven cord back and seat
with downcurved arms extending to legs, joined by a stretcher, 4 pcs, 34'' H x 21'' W x
29.5'' D, est:$1500/2500. Note: Little is known about Walter Lamb other than that he
was based in Hawaii in the first half of the 20th century, but his work has become
increasingly sought-after by today's collectors. In this era of rising gas prices, global
warming and reduction of natural resources, many contemporary designers focus on
sustainable design by utilizing discarded or waste materials. Either for a desire to salvage
and reuse or a simple need for any available materials with which to create, Lamb
scavenged bronze and copper piping and cotton cord from sunken naval ships after the
bombing of Pearl Harbor. He formed from these recovered materials what has become
his signature series of outdoor furniture and a paradigm of mid-20th century California
design. The unique and wonderful characteristics of these original pieces, aside from their
grace and minimalism, are that the metal frames attain a beautiful green patina from
outdoor exposure yet leave no marks on cement or wooden surfaces as they age. Lamb
worked for the Pasadena firm of Brown Jordan which had purchased the patent for his
work circa 1945. They continued to produce his designs, when the supply of harvested
ship parts had been depleted, using newly manufactured materials, until the 1970s.
Provenance: Property of a Trust, Dana Point, CA. Condition: height of seat : 17''; width of
seat 19''; depth of seat 16''. With an oxidized and verdigris patina to surface overall.
General marks, scratches, rubbing and spotty wear in areas. Cord webbing with typical
fading, dirt accumulation and wear, but quite sturdy.
1096
A Walter Lamb tubular copper & glass center table
Designed circa 1942, the circular inset thumb-molded glass top within reeded frame, on
four legs, 27'' H x 48.5'' Dia., est:$1000/2000. Note: For a footnote on Walter Lamb, see
lot 1095. Provenance: Property of a Trust, Dana Point, CA. Condition: Good condition
overall. With an oxidized and verdigris patina to surface overall. General marks,
scratches, rubbing and spotty wear in areas. Cord webbing with typical fading, dirt
accumulation and wear, but quite sturdy. Glass would benefit from cleaning.
1097
A Walter Lamb tubular copper chair & ottoman
Designed circa 1942, the chair with backswept crestrail above a woven cord back and seat
with arms extending to an oval to form leg supports; the ottoman of matching form, with
woven cord top, en suite with the following lot, 2 pcs, the chair, 32.25'' H x 22.5'' W x
35.5'' D, est:$800/1200. Note: For a footnote on Walter Lamb, see lot 1095. Provenance:
Property of a Trust, Dana Point, CA. Condition: chair: height of seat: 15''; width of seat:
21''; depth of seat: 21''; ottoman: 14.5 x 21 x 25''. With an oxidized and verdigris patina to
surface overall. General marks, scratches, rubbing and spotty wear in areas. Cord
webbing with typical fading, dirt accumulation and wear, but quite sturdy.
1098
A Walter Lamb tubular copper chair & ottoman
Designed circa 1942, the chair with backswept crestrail above a woven cord back and seat
with arms extending to an oval to form leg supports; the ottoman of matching form, with
woven cord top, en suite with the previous lot, 2 pcs, the chair, 32.25'' H x 22.5'' W x
35.5'' D, est:$800/1200. Note: For a footnote on Walter Lamb, see lot 1095. Provenance:
Property of a Trust, Dana Point, CA. Condition: chair: height of seat: 15''; width of seat:
21''; depth of seat: 21''; ottoman: 14.5 x 21 x 25''. With an oxidized and verdigris patina to
surface overall. General marks, scratches, rubbing and spotty wear in areas. Front seat
rail possibly re-secured to frame. Cord webbing with typical fading, dirt accumulation
and wear, but quite sturdy.
1099
Walter Lamb tubular copper chaise longue & table
Designed circa 1942, the chaise longue frame with a reclining back with rounded
triangular support, sweeping up to a teardrop framed foot rest, lacking webbing; the table
with circular inset thumb-molded glass top over downswept legs joined by a circular
stretcher, 2 pcs, the chaise longue, 22.25'' H x 22.5'' W x 77'' D, est:$1000/2000. Note:
For a footnote on Walter Lamb, see lot 1095. Provenance: Property of a Trust, Dana
Point, CA. Condition: chaise longue: height of seat: 14.25''; width of seat: 23''; depth of
seat: 42''. Metal with an oxidized and verdigris patina to surface overall. General marks,
scratches, rubbing and spotty wear in areas. Lacking webbing as stated. Table: 15 x
24.25''. Glass would benefit from cleaning.
1100
Walter Lamb tubular copper chaise longue & table
Designed circa 1942, the chaise longue with a reclining back with rounded triangular
support, sweeping up to a teardrop framed foot rest; the table with circular inset thumbmolded glass top over downswept legs joined by a circular stretcher, 2 pcs, the chaise
longue, 22.25'' H x 22.5'' W x 77'' D, est:$1000/2000. Note: For a footnote on Walter
Lamb, see lot 1095. Provenance: Property of a Trust, Dana Point, CA. Condition: chaise
longue: height of seat:14.25''; width of seat: 23''; depth of seat: 42''. Metal with an
oxidized and verdigris patina to surface overall. General marks, scratches, rubbing and
spotty wear in areas. Webbing heavily worn - would benefit from being replaced. Table:
15 x 24.25''. Glass would benefit from cleaning.
1101
Pair Hudson Roysher sterling rosewood torcheres
Mid-20th century, marked ''HR'' and ''Sterling'', each with an incised circular band
supporting six tapering candlesticks with deep drip pans and urn-form bobeches,
centered by a cylindrical stem with central candlenozzle, interspersed with crenellated
bands, with inscription to central band, over circular bases, on square feet, 73'' H x 22''
Dia., est:$8000/10,000. Literature: For further reading on Hudson Roysher see Silver
Magazine, May/June 2006, volume 38, number 3, pp. 14-18. Note: Hudson Brisbine
Roysher's modern silver designs exemplify the movement of artists and craftsmen the
mid-20th century to break with tradition and experiment with contemporary forms and
ideas. Born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1911, Roysher began a career in industrial design after
graduating from Cleveland School of Art and Western Reserve University. He followed up
his studies in Cleveland by working as a design instructor and earning an M.B.A. from the
University of Southern California. He exhibited works in silver and exotic woods at
prestigious design shows like the May Show at the Cleveland Museum of art and the New
York gallery of the American Craftsmen's council. Roysher received orders from
prominent firms like Gump's, San Francisco as well as private clients such as Margaret
Lecky and the Gamble House in Pasadena. By the 1950s his interests moved from secular
to ecclesiastical silver due to his spiritual convictions and desire to broaden the scope of
his work by incorporating liturgical concepts in his designs. This and the following lot are
from Roysher's most famous church commissions, in Beverly Hills, California. The
church's Gothic style inspired the dramatic, attenuated forms and crenellated decoration
of the pieces he produced. In 1971, he was appointed as chairman of the art department
at Los Angeles State College and subsequently declined further commissions to focus on
his academic responsibilities. Roysher died in Los Angeles in 1998. Condition:
Monumental. Very good condition overall. General marks, scratches, rubbing and
tarnishing to surface overall, commensurate with age and use. Timber of bases slightly
lighter in color than stems. Not electrified.
1102
Pair of American Hudson Roysher sterling vases
Mid-20th century, marked ''HR'' and ''Sterling'', each with a wide rimmed mouth above a
tapering body, with Christogram and inscription ''To the Glory of God / and in loving
memory of / Carlotta E. Quirollo'', fitted with removable tin liner, over a domed weighted
foot, with crenellated border, on square feet, 15.5'' H x 8'' Dia., est:$2500/3500. Note:
For a footnote on Hudson Roysher, see lot 1101. Condition: General marks, scratches,
rubbing and tarnishing commensurate with age. Liners with scratches, slight denting and
wear.
1103
JA Whaley Arts & Crafts leaded glass lamp roses
First quarter 20th century, the domed mottled green geometric shade with an
asymmetrical band of roses at rim over a triple socket base with a waisted foliate-cast
stem over a scalloped stepped foliate-cast base, electrified, 25'' H x 18'' Dia.,
est:$700/1000. Note: This model lamp and shade is illustrated P. Crist. ''Mosaic shades:
Volume II'', Santa Fe Springs, 2005 p. 101. Condition: Shade top aperture: 4''. Good
condition overall. With a deep brown patina to surface overall. General marks, scratches,
rubbing and some dirt accumulation commensurate with age and use. One pull chain
lacking end cap. Shade with some scratches to glass with dirt accumulation. Minor
scattered cracks to a few glass panels. Some spotting to patina of base. Wiring should be
checked by a qualified electrician prior to use.
1104
Three Tiffany Studios gilt-bronze bowls
Early 20th century, variously marked, including a footed tazza #1665, an incised Favrile
bowl #425, and a jardiniere with copper liner #1227, 3 pcs, the tazza, 4.75'' H x 9'' Dia.,
est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property from a Private San Diego, CA collection.
Condition: The jardiniere: 2.75'' x 8.75''; the Favrile bowl: 1.5'' x 9.25''. Good condition to
all. With typical light marks, scratches, rubbing and wear commensurate with age and
use. The tazza with some light spotting to surface. The jardiniere with some marks and
spotting to surface to copper liner. Also with a bit of white polish residue to crevices.
Favrile bowl with white polish residue to crevices.
1105
Pr Tiffany Studios gilt-bronze candlesticks 1213
Early 20th century, marked ''Tiffany Studios / New York / 1213'', each with circular drip
pan above a bulbous nozzle over a three-pronged top above a thin stem over a circular,
slightly incised base, 18.75'' H x 5.5'' Dia., est:$2000/3000. Provenance: Property from a
Private San Diego, CA collection. Condition: Good overall condition. With light marks
and scratches to surface commensurate with age. Minor spotting to bases, more to one
than other. Should clean off easily. Same with very slight bend to stem and some denting
to drip pan.
1106
A Tiffany Studios gilt-bronze floor lamp 633
Early 20th century, marked ''Tiffany Studios / New York / 633'', with spreading conical
parchment shade above a reeded stem over a circular stepped, foliate-cast base,
electrified, overall, 45.25'' H x 12'' Dia., est:$1500/2000 Condition: Diameter of base: 8''.
Good overall condition. Shade with some broken stitches. Shade does not sit perfectly
straight. General marks and scratches overall, commensurate with age and use. Rubbing
to gilt surface around switch and all along stem. Electrified. Wiring should be checked by
a qualified electrician prior to use.
1107
An R. Lalique frosted glass 'Plumes' vase lamp
Circa 1920, apparently unmarked, opalescent, with a short neck over a globular body
decorated with swirled feathers, 8.5'' H x 8'' Dia., est:$700/900 Condition: Generally
good overall condition. With typical marks and scratches commensurate with age. With
some rings of cloudiness around center of interior, possibly water stains. With slight dirt
accumulation in crevices. A few small chips to foot and underside of base. Neck does not
appear to be ground down. With remnants of old paper labels to underside.
1108
An R. Lalique frosted glass ''Plumes'' vase lamp
Circa 1920, molded ''R. Lalique'', with a short neck over a globular body decorated with
swirled feathers, with later lamp insert, the vase, 8.5'' H x 7.75'' Dia., est:$900/1200
Condition: Generally good overall condition. With typical marks and scratches
commensurate with age. With dirt accumulation in crevices. Should clean up nicely. Neck
does not appear to be ground down. Insert should be fairly easy to remove. Wiring should
be checked by a qualified electrician prior to use.
1109
A pair of Roseville green Pinecone jardinieres
Early 20th century, Zanesville, Ohio, marked ''Roseville / U.S.A. / 402-8 / Pine Cone'',
the pedestals ''405-8 / ped'', each with a bulbous jardiniere decorated with pinecone
clusters and needles, with handles to sides, on waisted stands, 4 pcs, overall, 25'' H x 11''
Dia., est:$1200/1800 Condition: Very good condition overall. General light marks and
scratches to surface commensurate with age. Minor scattered chipped losses to surface in
areas.
1110
Dominique Alonzo ormolu & onyx encrier inkstand
Late 19th/early 20th century, signed ''D Alonzo'' (d. 1930, France), centrally mounted
with a bust of a woman in Renaissance style dress, flanked by a pair of hinged lidded
inkpots, on a curved onyx base with utensil well, on short turned feet, 7'' H x 11.5'' W x 7''
D, est:$1000/2000 Condition: Good condition overall. Metalwork nicely cast and chased.
One inkpot possibly replaced, but well matched. Face very well rendered. With some
rubbing and darkening to metal elements. Onyx with slight rubbing and small areas of
chips - notably to front edge.
1111
A French Art Nouveau bronze vase Eugene Blot
Late 19th century, with mark ''Eug. Blot'', the rim cast with busts of nude maidens above
a waisted body cast with drapery on a ruffled footed base, 11'' H x 6.25'' Dia.,
est:$800/1200. Note: Eugene Blot worked as an editor and founder of bronze works by
artists such as Constantin, Meunier, Hoetger, Jouant, Vander Stratten, and Camille
Claudel. He also owned an exhibition gallery at 5 Boulevard de la Madeleine, Paris, where
he presented pieces by important Impressionist painters, and the bronzes he produced.
Condition: Nicely cast. With general marks, scratches rubbing and dirt accumulation
commensurate with age and use. Particular rubbing to patina on rim figures. Lacking
insert.
1112
A French Art Nouveau enameled cachepot maiden
Late 19th/early 20th century, cylindrical, with gilt and patinated bronze mounts, a teal
ground with central gilt floral wreath centering a maiden with floral headdress signed
''Dorval'', the reverse with a floral spray, 8.75'' H x 6.5'' Dia., est:$3000/5000 Condition:
Mounts very nicely cast and chased. Enameled decoration very well executed. Central
portrait well rendered. General marks and scratches to surface commensurate with age.
With rubbing to mounts. Dirt accumulation to bottom foot rim mount. With some crazed
shatter marks to enamel on back of pot - not unstable. With some rubbing to gilt elements
on back of pot. No evident flaws to central portrait area.
1113
A Christofle Art Nouveau gilt-bronze lamp base
Early 20th century, marked ''Christofle'' and with number ''1987305'', the later associated
leaded glass shade of mushroom-form inset with red, orange and yellow glass, over a
tapering stem above a circular base with attenuated foliate legs extending to paw feet,
electrified, overall, 31'' H x 15.25'' Dia., est:$800/1200 Condition: Height of lamp to top
circular fitment: 17.25''. Good overall condition. Shade later, as stated. Shade with slight
dirt accumulation to crevices and rubbing to gilding. Base with some marks, scratches
and rubbing to gilt surface overall commensurate with age and use. Wiring should be
checked by a qualified electrician prior to use.
1114
French Art Deco style wrought iron console table
In the manner of Edgar Brandt, the rectangular black composition granite top above a
downcurved pierced frame decorated with scrolls and waved stiles, 33.25'' H x 50'' W x
11'' D, est:$2000/3000 Condition: Top later. Edges of top un-polished and un-finished.
Good overall condition. Structurally sound. With a slightly reddish gold patina to surface.
General marks, scratches and rubbing to surface.
1115
An Art Deco walnut demilune bar cabinet
Circa 1930, possibly English, the locks stamped ''Lever'', the banded top section with a
pair of doors reversing to open shelves, opening to further shaped shelves before a
mirrored back, over a conforming outset reeded case with a pair of blue velvet inset pull
out slides to top, with a pair of doors opening to a similarly shaped shelf, electrified, 67.5''
H x 48.5'' W x 24'' D, est:$2000/3000. Provenance: By repute, from an ocean liner;
Property from a Private Los Angeles, CA Collection. Condition: Very good condition
overall. Structurally sound. General marks, nicks and scratches commensurate with age
and use. Top doors do not shut securely. Some light water staining to top of case. With
some wear to timber around closing edges of doors. Very slight lifting and losses to
veneer in areas. Pulls to slides with some wear. Interior of each section in very good
condition. Wiring should be checked by a qualified electrician prior to use. Two keys.
1116
French silver enamel leather vanity set Streisand
Early 20th century, the case stamped ''Maquet'', the silver elements with Minerva mark,
the blue leather case enclosing a fitted interior with further leather boxes and silver
mounted blue enameled and etched glass bottles and implements including a manicure
set, a mirror, a hairbrush, a clothes brush, perfume bottles and other articles, 23 pcs, the
case, 5'' H x 19'' W x 13'' D, est:$3000/5000. Note: With accompanying note indicating
the vanity set was a gift given to Barbra Streisand. Provenance: Property of a Private
Collector; Property from the Collection of Barbra Streisand, purchased Los Angeles, circa
1970s. Condition: smallest bottle: 3.75 x 1.75 x 1.5''; the mirror: 6.75 x 9.5''. Good
condition overall. General marks, scratches and light wear commensurate with age. Some
fading and discoloration to leather elements. Interior back of leather lid with staining.
Some interior boxes turning slightly yellow-green. Rubbing and spotting to brass
hardware. Leather case with light marks and scratches. With a 0.25'' scrape to left side.
Minor lifting to leather at edges in areas. Typical tarnishing to silver elements. Some
spotting and very slight staining to silk lining. Enamel in very good condition. Mirror
plate with some minor spotting and scratching. Shoehorn oxidized. No key. Case closes
securely. No further condition or size information can be provided. We suggest you or
your agent view the lot in person.
1117
Dali Elgin ''Bird-in-Hand'' silver plated compact
Designed by Salvador Dali for Elgin American circa 1950, marked ''Dali'' and ''Elgin
American / Made in U.S.A. / Pat. Pend.'', in the form of a bird with crossed wings, in
silver finish with 14K gold overlay to feathers, with powder compartment, pill box, mirror
and lipstick, 4.75'' H x 2.5'' W x 1.25'' D, est:$400/600. Provenance: Property of a Private
Collector, New York, NY. Condition: Good overall condition. With some typical light
rubbed wear to silver finish on exterior and interior, commensurate with age and use.
General light marks and scratches, noticeable to birds head and to interior around tail
and edges of powder compartment. With original lipstick. Some slight spotting to mirror.
1118
After L. Alma-Tadema, ''Spring'', photoengraving
After Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema (1836-1912 British), photoengraving on paper under
glass, plate size: 38.5'' H x 18.5'' W, est:$600/900. Note: Published by Photographishe
Gesellschaft, 1894. Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with minor mat burn and
some staining. Not examined out of the original frame.
1119
Pre-Raphaelite, 19th c. French, reclining nude
Appears unsigned, oil on canvas, 40'' H x 71'' W, est:$5000/7000. Note: Gilbert Paoli
managed the famous Coconut Grove lounge at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles
during the 1950s and his family's painting was on display in the restaurant. When he
opened Gilbert Paoli's La Rue restaurant on the Sunset Strip in the 1960s, the painting
was reputed to have hung above Frank Sinatra's favorite table. Provenance: By descent in
the family to Gilbert Paoli, France and Los Angeles, prior to 1940s; on display at Coconut
Grove lounge at the Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles, 1950s; acquired by the present
owner from the above. Condition: Visual: Craquelure and stretcher bar creases
throughout. A 1" horizontal area of paint loss in the upper right quadrant. Five older
waxed patches on the verso. Blacklight: Extensive touch-up throughout the painting
particularly along the four edges, on most of the figure's feet and lower legs, throughout
the torso including a 12" horizontal area across the figure's chest.
1120
Continental School, late 18th c., lady's portrait
Appears unsigned, portrait of a lady with a pearl necklace and furs, oval: 28.5'' H x 23.5''
W, est:$1000/1500. Provenance: Property from the G.M. Epure Trust, San Marino, CA.
Condition: Visual: Stable craquelure and paint shrinkage throughout. An area with paint
loss in the lower right quadrant near the figure's hands and surface scratches and minor
losses along the lower edge. Blacklight: A small scattered area of touch-up to address
cracking in the lower left quadrant. Evidence of older restorations throughout but with a
heavy masking varnish so difficult to read under blacklight.
1121
French School portrait, consort of Louis XV, oil
Portrait of Maria Leszczynska, consort of Louis XV, unsigned, oil on canvas, canvas
stamped Giroux, oval: 29'' H x 23.5'' W, est:$6000/9000. Provenance: Property from a
Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA. Condition: Visual: A small scattered area of paint loss
along the upper edge and stable craquelure throughout. Blacklight: A few minor scattered
spots of touch-up in the background. Heavy, uneven varnish difficult to read under
blacklight.
1122
French School, Portrait of the sister of Louis XV
French School, portrait of the sister of Louis XV, unsigned, oil on canvas, canvas stamped
Giroux, oval: 29'' H x 23.5'' W, est:$6000/9000. Provenance: Property from a Private
Collector, Beverly Hills, CA. Condition: Visual: Stable craquelure throughout. Blacklight:
A scattered area of paint loss and touch-up in the background along the upper edge and a
small scattered area of touch-up on the figure's neck. Heavy, uneven varnish difficult to
read under blacklight.
1123
Adolphe Etienne Piot (1850-1910)
A Secret Admirer, signed left center: Piot, oil on canvas, 18.25'' x 15'', est:$3000/5000.
Exhibited: Paris, France, 1878, awarded honorable mention (see wax stamp verso).
Condition: Visual: Stable craquelure throughout. Blacklight: Extensive touch-up to
address cracking throughout the background and spots of touch-up on the figure's right
eye, right shoulder, chest and a few other spots throughout.
1124
George Sheridan Knowles (1863-1931)
There They Go, Mother and daughter before a reflecting pool, signed and dated lower
right: G. Sheridan Knowles 1901, signed again and titled on an original label affixed to the
frame, oil on canvas, 36'' x 20'', est:$20,000/30,000. Provenance: The Carroll Gallery,
Toronto, Canada (see label verso); Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA.
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with minor stable scattered craquelure
throughout. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1125
Henry Guillaume Schlesinger (1814-1893)
Le Portrait Parlant, Portrait of a mother and daughter, c. 1848, unsigned, oil on canvas
laid to canvas, oval: 24'' x 20'', est:$5000/7000. Note: An etching of this painting was
apparently executed by Eichen circa 1855. Provenance: Property from a Private Collector,
Beverly Hills, CA Condition: Visual: Extensive, stable craquelure throughout. Blacklight:
Small spots and lines of touch-up to address cracking scattered throughout the back
ground and edges and a few spots of touch-up on the figures concentrated mainly on the
mother's dress.
1126
Tony-Francois de Bergue (1820-1890)
View of the coast of the Isle of Capri, signed lower right: Tony de Bergue, oil on canvas
laid to canvas, 23'' x 39'', est:$4000/6000. Exhibited: Exposition Universelle, Paris,
France, 1878. Note: A copy of a photograph showing the painting hanging in the drawing
room of the home of the current owner's grandfather at 717 Paru Street, Alameda, CA
accompanies the lot. Two copies of photos of the exterior of the house showing the
original Victorian structure and the circa 1920s Spanish style conversion also accompany
the lot. The painting retains the gessoed and gilt lining of its original frame. Provenance:
Mr. Horace Orlando Moss, New Berlin, NY, acquired on a European Grand Tour at the
Paris Exposition, 1878; by descent in the family three generations to the present owner.
Condition: Visual: Stable craquelure throughout. Minor frame abrasion and losses along
the edges, particularly the lower left extreme corner. Would benefit from relining or
correction made to the existing lining by a professional art conservator. Blacklight: A 3" x
7" area of touch-up around the white sail in the right center quadrant and a .75" x 3" area
and other scattered spots of touch-up beneath the sail. A .75" x 3" scattered horizontal
area of touch-up to the left and a .5" x 2.5" horizontal area to the right of the yellow sailed
boat. A 2" diameter scattered area of touch-up in the upper right quadrant with a few
other scattered spots of touch-up in the sky in the right center and upper left quadrants.
Two nickel-sized areas of touch-up in the lower center quadrant on the distant hills. The
lower left quadrant and areas through the lower sky fluoresce unevenly under blacklight
apparently due to uneven varnish.
1127
Augusto Corelli (1853-1910)
Bay of Naples, signed lower right: Corelli, gouache and watercolor on board under glass,
sight size: 9.5'' x 13.5'', est:$1000/1500 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with
no evidence of foxing, tearing or stains. Not examined out of the frame.
1128
Baron Jean Antoine Theodore Gudin (1802-1880)
Bords de Riviere, signed and dated lower left: T. Gudin 1831, unframed oil on canvas laid
to canvas, 18'' x 26'', est:$2500/3500. Provenance: Sold Hotel Drouot, Paris, ''Salle No.
11'', 1-2 February 1900, no. 219 (see labels affixed verso). Condition: Visual: Overpaint
visible along the four edges and in the sky to address an extensive repaired 9" tear
vertical with three horizontal areas extending from the center tear. Area is stable but the
overpaint is discolored. Scrapes with a few minor spots of loss in the sky in the upper
right quadrant. Minor cracking along the edges. Very yellowed and heavy discolored
varnish. Blacklight: Scattered spots of touch-up are evident in the repaired tear area in
the sky. Heavy masking varnish - difficult to read under blacklight.
1129
Charles Rousseau (1862-1916)
Mother and son viewing a painting in an artist's studio, signed and dated lower left: Ch.
Rousseau 1888, oil on canvas, 27.5'' x 22'', est:$8000/10,000 Condition: Visual: Stable
very find craquelure throughout and some tiny spots of scattered paint loss. Blacklight: A
quarter-sized spot of touch-up with a corresponding patch in the upper right quadrant.
Other very minor scattered dots of touch-up concentrated mainly along the right edge
and in the lower left quadrant.
1130
Continental School, 19th c, flower vendor
Signed indistinctly lower right: P. *olma*, oil on canvas, 16'' H x 22'' W, est:$600/800
Condition: 0
1131
Franz Pribil (fl. 1835-40-*)
Seated Cardinal reading, signed lower left: F. Pribil, oil on canvas, 20.5'' x 16.25'',
est:$1000/1500 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition with stable craquelure
throughout. Blacklight: Apparently no evidence of touch-up under blacklight. Heavy
varnish with surface drips visible under blacklight.
1132
Fritz Beinke (1842-1907)
Children standing in a springtime garden, signed, inscribed and dated lower left: F.
Beinke 1902 Dusseldorf, oil on canvas, 14'' x 11'', est:$2000/4000 Condition: Visual:
Generally good, original condition with surface dirt and stable, craquelure. Minor surface
scratches in the lower right quadrant and lower center quadrant. Blacklight: No evidence
of restoration under blacklight.
1133
British School, 19th c, hunting - children & game
Signed with indistinct monogram and dated lower right: *S W.F.W. 1859, children with
game in a Scottish landscape, hunters in the distance, oil on canvas, 30'' H x 40'' W,
est:$2000/4000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection; acquired circa 1950s.
Condition: Visual: There is stable craquelure scattered throughout. A 1" 'D' shaped tear
with paint loss on the girl's dress and a 3" diagonal tear with paint loss in the lower center
quadrant. A few tiny dots of paint loss in the lower left and right corners. Very dirty.
1134
British School, early 20th c, harbor town
Appears unsigned, expansive harbor scene with town, flowering hillside and figure, oil on
canvas, 20'' H x 36'' W, est:$1000/2000 Condition: Visual: A few tiny dots of paint loss
in the right center quadrant. Three older small patches on the verso. Blacklight: A few
minor spots of touch-up, some that correspond with patches, scattered throughout.
Extensive areas of the sky and water fluoresce under blacklight likely due to lead white
paint.
1135
Ludwig Munthe (1841-1986)
Hors Concours, Figure walking near a house in a nocturne landscape, signed lower left: L.
Munthe, oil on canvas, 21.5'' x 29.5'', est:$4000/6000. Provenance: Property from a
Private Collection; acquired circa 1950s. Condition: Visual: Generally good, original
condition with minor, stable craquelure throughout. Very dirty and with discolored
varnish. Blacklight: No evidence of restoration under blacklight.
1136
Eugene Galien-Laloue (1854-1941)
Le paysage avec la peniche, signed lower left: E. Galien, oil on canvas, 17'' x 21.5'',
est:$7000/9000 Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Blacklight: Very minor
spots of touch-up scattered in the sky and a few spots of touch-up on the buildings and in
the lower left quadrant.
1137
Rembrandt, Old Beggar Woman with a Gourd, etching
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669 Dutch), ''Old Beggar Woman with a Gourd'', etching on
paper under glass, plate size: 4.1'' H x 1.9'' W, est:$1500/2500. Literature: Bartsch, 168.
Note: Printing date unknown. Provenance: Property from an Estate, San Luis Obispo, CA.
Condition: Visual: Generally good condition. Affixed to the back mat along the top edge,
framed floating. Not examined out of the frame.
1138
A Russian icon Burning Bush 17th -18th c
Possibly late Stroganov School, based on the Biblical vision of Moses, centrally depicting
a mandorla with the Mother of God within a wreath of cherubim and a seven pointed star
with angels and the symbolic depictions of the four Evangelists, with further scenes from
the story of the Burning Bush at corners and inscriptions in the borders, on board,
13.875'' H x 11.75'' W, est:$8000/10,000. Exhibited: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts,
Richmond, VA 12 November to 17 December 17 1944. Literature: Art Bulletin 12 #4, 1930.
Provenance: The Hermitage Museum, formerly in Collection of Empress Alexandra
Feodorovna; with La Vieille Russie, New York, NY. Condition: Very nicely painted, with
extensive detail. Board bowed, with two wooden shunts to reverse to prevent further
bowing. Good overall condition. With typical fine craquelure to surface and some small
scattered losses, most notably to edges, as visible in catalogue photos. A few scratches to
central figure of Mother of God. With a few scattered areas of older touch-up which do
not fluoresce. With more numerous small scattered areas of touch up, which do
fluoresce, namely around scalloped border. No significant touch up visible around central
figures.
1139
A pair of Spanish Colonial silvered figures
Probably 19th century, depicting two robed male figure torsos, 26'' H x 18'' W x 18'' D,
est:$1500/2000 Condition: Re-decorated. Decently carved. Repairs. General marks,
nicks, scratches, wear and visible old woodworm.
1140
Continental polychromed figure Christ child boy
Probably 18th century, depicted standing contrapposto, with right arm raised, on a
wooden plinth, overall, 35'' H x 16'' W x 9'' D, est:$1500/2000 Condition: Nicely
rendered. General marks, scratches, cracking and wear commensurate with age. Losses to
fingers of both right and left hands. Head cracked at neck, possibly re-set. Evidence of
overpainting, with older and newer restorations. Wear and losses to plinth.
1141
A pair of Continental articulated wood figures
Probably southern European, a female and male figure, the female figure with crown and
brass filigree pendant earrings, the male with full beard, each with articulated arms and
legs, on a stepped wooden stand, the female overall, 37.5'' H x 12.75'' W x 9.5'' D,
est:$2000/2500 Condition: The stands: 5.5'' high. The male: 29 x 10 x 7''. Nicely carved
and assembled. Both with overall wear, rubbing, pitting, losses and restorations as visible
in catalogue photos. Queen's crown bent. With typical cracking to timber overall. Losses
to painted decoration. Arms re-secured with later pins. Male figure's right arm and leg
loose, would benefit from re-securing. Same figure lacking element from right hand.
1142
A North Italian walnut & parquetry commode
Late 18th century, Lombardy, the rectangular line-inlaid top above a conforming case
fitted with three graduated pyrographic-decorated faux-paneled drawers, on square
tapering legs, 35'' H x 47'' W x 22.5'' D, est:$2000/4000. Provenance: Property of a
Private Collector, Altadena, CA. Condition: Structurally sound. Top with significant
warping. With typical cracking, lifting, losses, patched replacements, and overpainted
restoration to veneer overall, some visible in catalogue photo. With some losses to
molding of top and drawer fronts. Top with 12 x 3'' triangular patched repair to rear right
corner. Pulls possibly original. Center of drawers originally with similar oval lock plates
or pulls. Currently with oval scarring to drawer fronts. With shrinkage cracking to sides.
Some bowing to drawer fronts. Visible old woodworm. Wear to legs, no key.
1143
An Italian Baroque style walnut dining suite
Early 20th century, the chairs bearing the label ''Doezema Furniture Company / Grand
Rapids / Michigan'', comprising a sideboard with two large drawers over a pair of divided
drawers (36 x 78 x 22''), a buffet with a single drawer (36 x 41.25 x 19''), a china cabinet
with a pair of doors enclosing two shelves over a drawer (76 x 41 x 18''), an extending
dining table (closed 30 x 44 x 72'') and eight chairs covered in rose cut velvet; two
armchairs (48 x 25.25 x 23.75'') and six side chairs (44 x 22 x 22.5''), with foliate and
floral carved swags, with central shells, cabriole legs and scroll feet, 12 pcs, ,
est:$4000/6000. Provenance: Property from the G.M. Epure Trust, San Marino, CA.
Condition: seats: armchairs; 19.5 x 21 x 18'', side chairs; 17.5 x 21 x 17''. Very good
condition overall. Very well made, nicely decorated and structurally sound. With a nutty
color to timber overall. Table lacking leaves. Some minor fading to tops overall. General
marks, scratches and dirt accumulation commensurate with age and use. Upholstery with
wear, particularly to seats and some dirt accumulation.
1144
A French Tiffany & Co crystal regulator clock
Circa 1900, the movement marked ''Tiffany & Co'' and ''Made in France /8736 55'', the
circular enamel dial with Arabic chapters, decorated with floral swags, with mercury
pendulum, within a rectangular beveled glazed architectural case, with outset Corinthian
columnar uprights to corners, on a bracket base, 12.5'' H x 10.25'' W x 6'' D,
est:$1500/2000 Condition: Good condition overall. Surface with a dark brassy color.
General light marks and scratches commensurate with age. All elements to movement
and dial present. No key. Working condition unknown and not guaranteed.
1145
An Austrian cold-painted bronze figural lamp
Late 19th/early 20th century, marked ''Austria'', depicting a teacher and students under a
canopy, electrified, 11'' W x 9.25'' D x 5.5'' Dia., est:$1000/2000 Condition: General
marks, scratches and rubbing to surface patina and decoration commensurate with age
and use. Some areas rubbed more than others, in particular top of canopy and right
support pole. Figures nicely modeled and cast. Slight dirt accumulation overall. Wiring
should be checked by a qualified electrician prior to use.
1146
An Austrian cold-painted bronze & marble tray
Late 19th/20th century, the figure marked ''Baltmann (?) & Co / Austria'', depicting a
rider on a camel, mounted on a circular Portor marble base with circular recess, 7.5'' H x
10'' Dia., est:$2000/3000 Condition: Good condition overall. With some rubbing, marks
and scratches, particularly to the decorated figure. Some scattered losses to decoration,
but good color/pigment retention. Surface of marble somewhat rubbed and matte.
1147
Austrian cold-painted bronze figure on carpet
After Franz Bergman, stamped with Bergman seal, numbered and inscribed ''Geschutzt'',
depicting an Arab seated on a carpet in prayer, 8.5'' H x 7'' W x 10.5'' D, est:$2500/3500.
Note: A nearly identical model sold Christie's London, 18 September 2007, lot 97 (1,375
British Pounds). Condition: Good condition overall. With general marks, scratches and
rubbing to surface decoration.
1148
Austrian or German painted figural peddler clock
Late 18th/19th century, the movement marked ''JG (?) 11605'', clockmaker's clock,
painted metal figure of a clock peddler with two clocks, on an integral plinth sent into a
later walnut pedestal, overall, 17.75'' H x 10'' W x 7'' D, est:$800/1200. Literature: A very
similar form figural clock is illustrated E. Bruton. ''Clocks & Watches'', Feltham, 1968, p.
80. Note: This figural clock illustrates the manner in which 18th and 19th century
clockmakers advertised and sold their wares. Condition: The figure: 13.5'' x 6'' x 5''. With
light wear, marks, scratches and rubbing to surface commensurate with age and use. Dirt
accumulation overall. Some bending to pendulums in left hand of figure. With one hand
off and retained, one hand lacking. Some wear and rubbed losses to enamel dial. Two
keys. With pendulum. The working condition of the clocks is offered is unknown and not
guaranteed.
1149
Berlin KPM porcelain plaque of a beauty 'Louise'
Late 19th/early 20th century, impressed ''KPM'' and scepter marks and further ''X04'',
with chalk number ''4369'', and old handwritten paper label with title ''Louise'', after
Gustav Richter (1823-1884, German), portrait of Queen Louise von Mecklenburg-Strelitz
of Prussia (10 March 1776 - 19 July 1810), 8.5'' H x 6.5'' W, est:$1500/2000. Provenance:
Property from the G.M. Epure Trust, San Marino, CA. Condition: Overall: 14 x 12.25''.
Very nicely painted. Good overall condition. With light minor marks and scratches to
surface. Recently cleaned to remove nicotine staining, with some remaining around edges.
Blue velvet matting deteriorating. Would benefit from re-matting. Frame nicely carved
and gilt. With dirt accumulation overall. Would benefit from cleaning.
1150
A Berlin KPM porcelain plaque beauty Edelweiss
Late 19th/early 20th century, impressed ''KPM'' and scepter marks and further ''Sz'' and
''217 - 158'', with pencil inscription ''Edelweiss'', depicting a beauty in a pink gown, signed
''R. Wuim (?)'', within a pierced foliate-carved giltwood frame, 9.25'' H x 6.25'' W,
est:$2000/3000 Condition: Good overall condition. Nicely painted. With some dirt
accumulation around sides, would benefit from light cleaning. With minor light marks
and scratches to surface commensurate with age - more notable around lower right
corner. Frame with some rubbing, small chipped losses and overpainted repair.
1151
A Royal Vienna style cabinet plate M Leszczynska
20th century, with blue beehive overglaze mark to underside and also with green eight
point star, with remnants of an inscription, depicting Maria Leszczynska, consort to
Louis XV, with in a bell-flower and floral swag border, set into an acanthus-carved
giltwood frame, the plate, 9.75'' Dia., est:$1500/2000 Condition: Overall: 16.5 x 14.75''.
General very light marks and scratches to surface overall. Few imperfections to surface
decoration. Back of plate appears to have been chipped away, possibly as a result of a
former adhesive backing. Frame in good condition with light rubbing and a few fine
cracks to outside edge.
1152
A Mettlach stoneware tavern punch service
Early 20th century, the punchbowl with castle and further marked ''Ges. Gesch. / Reg.
U.S. Pat. Off. / Made in Germany / 2339 / 20 10'', the tray marked with model number
''3032'', comprising a covered punch bowl (16 x 16 x 11.5''), 12 cups (2 x 3.75 x 3'') and a
circular fitted tray (20.5''), decorated with tavern scenes depicting musicians, fruit and
dancing vegetables, 14 pcs, , est:$1200/1800. Provenance: With a handwritten note that
the service was acquired in 1908, thence by descent to the present family member.
Condition: Good condition overall. Cups not marked. General light marks and scratches
overall. With some spotty staining to interior of punch bowl. Colors rich. Interior of one
cup stained.
1153
A pair of Goldscheider terracotta busts man woman
Late 19th/early 20th century, marked ''F. Goldscheider / Wien'', ''Gesetzlich /Geschultz''
and incised ''294'', depicting a 17th century cavalier and lady, on ebonized marble socles,
the larger overall, 22.5'' H x 14.75'' W x 10'' D, est:$1000/2000 Condition: The socle
height: 5.5''. Generally good condition overall. Nicely modeled. General marks, nicks,
scratches, rubbing and dirt accumulation commensurate with age. With some scattered
nicked losses to terracotta in areas. Minor scattered losses to polychrome decoration.
Socles with visible old woodworm.
1154
Goldscheider terracotta group Chemin de l'Eglise
Late 19th/early 20th century, marked ''F. Goldscheider / Reproduction / Reservee'' and
''1049 / 21'', depicting and elderly couple on the way to church, mounted on a Rouge
Griotte marble base bearing a plaque ''Le Chemin de l'Eglise / par F ic Goldscheider''
Friedrich Goldscheider (1845-1897, Austria), overall, 33'' H x 17'' W x 12'' D,
est:$2000/3000. Provenance: Sold Neal Auction Company, New Orleans, LA, 4 March
2006, lot 352. Condition: The terracotta: 29.5 x 16 x 10.5''. Good overall condition.
General marks, scratches and rubbing to surface overall. With some losses to surface
decoration, particularly to tops of heads and extremities of figures. With a 1'' repaired
chip to front side of woman's skirt hem. Minor chipped losses to marble base.
1155
Twelve Russian Kornilov Brothers dessert plates
20th century, St. Petersburg, with maker's marks in Cyrillic, pattern 247, each with
central rosette with floral and strapwork-decorated rim in rust, green and black with gilt
highlights, 8.25'' Dia., est:$700/1000. Provenance: Property of a Private Collector,
Riverside, CA. Condition: Very good condition overall. Very light marks and scratches to
surfaces. With typical rubbing and minor scattered losses to painted decoration to rims
and edges.
1156
A Louis XVI style ormolu & marble clock garniture
Late 19th century, ormolu and Griotte de Campan rouge marble three piece garniture
comprising a mantel clock with circular dial inset with enameled Arabic chapters within a
rectangular case surmounted by a laurel-swagged urn finial, on toupie feet and a pair of
five light candelabra, each with urn-form stem issuing foliate-sheathed J-form
candlearms, on a plinth base with outset corners on toupie feet, 3 pcs, the clock, 22'' H x
11'' W x 6.75'' D, est:$2000/3000 Condition: The candelabra: 22.25 x 9.5''. Good overall
condition. With scattered old well-executed repairs to marble overall. Bronze elements
decently cast. General marks, scratches and rubbing to surfaces overall. Enamel and
silvered chapters rubbed and spotted. Clock lacking pendulum and key. Movement
appears original and intact. Working condition of clock is unknown and not guaranteed.
1157
A Swiss cylinder rosewood marquetry music box
Second half 19th century, the rectangular banded and marquetry-inlaid rosewood case
enclosing a cylinder and nine bells, 10'' H x 22.5'' W x 11.5'' D, est:$1500/2500 Condition:
General marks and scratches to case overall. With some marks, scratches and loss to
finish - notably a 1.5'' section to left of top of case. Slight bowing to top resulting in minor
cracking at side edges. Corner edge fillet lifting from right front corner. With some
restoration to timber of interior. Works appear good, clean and complete. Number of airs
unknown. Working condition unknown and not guaranteed.
1158
A Victorian rosewood lady's writing table
Circa 1840, in the after the model by Thomas Sheraton, the lock stamped ''Hobbs & Co /
London / Lever / Machine Made'', the C-shaped pierced galleried superstructure with
retractable red silk-lined fire screen above a slightly incurved writing surface flanked by
two small deep drawers over a frieze drawer, on line-inlaid square tapering legs ending
in casters. Closed, 32.5'' H x 24'' W x 17.5'' D, est:$800/1200. Literature: The original
design for this model writing desk is illustrated in Thomas Sheraton's ''Cabinet Maker
and Upholsters Drawing Book'', 1793, p. 388, pl. 37. Note: Sheraton's description of this
form indicates that ''The convenience of this table is, that a lady, when writing at it, may
both receive the benefit of the fire, and have her face screened from its scorching heat.'',
ibid, p. 388. Provenance: Property of a Private Collector, Yucaipa, CA. Condition: With
fire screen raised: 50''. Structurally sound. Nicely made. General marks, nicks and
scratches commensurate with age and use. Some very minor cracking and lifting to
veneer in areas. With a tight shrinkage crack running horizontally across writing surface.
Some darkening and bending to metal gallery. Pull to right drawer of superstructure off
and retained. Superstructure drawers quite tight. Screen slides well. Some staining and
slight fraying to silk of screen. Casters replaced. One key.
1159
A Continental Neoclassic style giltwood mirror
Probably mid-20th century, the elongated oval plate within a rectangular surround with
further gilt-crazed slips, the rectangular cornice above a pierced foliate scroll-carved
frieze, with drapery pendants to sides, 75'' H x 40'' W, est:$800/1200 Condition: Good
condition overall. General light marks, scratches and rubbing to surface. Gilding of a dark
gold color. With some dirt accumulation in crevices.
1160
A Louis XV style fruitwood vanity table
Late 19th century, with paper labels to reverse ''Amado Roche y Cia'', the waved
cartouche form frame inset with a beveled plate, with glazed cupboard to side, above a
serpentine top over a frieze drawer, on foliate headed cabriole legs, 55.5'' H x 32'' W x 21''
D, est:$700/900. Provenance: With Amado Roche & Co., Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Condition: With a honey color to timber overall. General marks, nicks and scratches
commensurate with age and use. Structurally sound. With later metal brace to back
securing mirror and cupboard. With some minor nicked losses to timber around center of
top - possibly formerly with leather top. With an overpainted repair to right side of front
right leg at joint of frieze. Trim loosening from border of interior cupboard. Door does
not open easily. No key.
1161
A Louis XVI style giltwood tapestry fire screen
Circa 1880, the arched crest carved with floral ribbon entwined garlands centered by a
floral spray and a musical trophy, above a circular panel depicting a pair of putti in
concert, over a shaped pleated silk panel embroidered with foliate garlands, over
acanthus-carved cabriole legs ending in scroll toes, 40.75'' H x 24'' W x 14.5'' D,
est:$2000/3000 Condition: Very nicely carved. Structurally sound. General marks and
scratches overall. With some rubbing, cracking and minor scattered losses,
commensurate with age. Some separation to joints of legs. Tapestry panel rather faded
and somewhat puckered in areas. Trim to lower panel loose in areas. With some tears and
fraying to silk backing to reverse.
1162
Louis XV style gilt pot stand porte potiche Linke
Probably first quarter 20th century, stamped ''F. Linke'', with circular inset Verte de
Suede marble top above a ribbon-tied reeded border over a deep foliate and scroll-carved
apron above rocaille-headed cabriole legs ending in scroll toes, 19'' H x 19'' Dia.,
est:$4000/6000. Literature: a related example of this form of stand, in the Louis XVI
style, is illustrated C. Payne, ''Francois Linke: 1855-1946 The Belle Epoque of French
Furniture'', Suffolk, 2003, p. 432, pl. 509. Provenance: Sold S & S Auction, Inc., Repaupo,
NJ; Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA. Condition: Nicely carved. Good
overall condition. Structurally sound. With typical rubbing and minor losses to gilding,
particularly at edges and extremities revealing red bole, white gesso and bare wood in
areas. With some separation due to shrinkage at center under marble, visible at reeded
border in two areas.
1163
Louis XV style painted mahogany table a ouvrage
Probably early 20th century, in the manner of Francois Linke, the asymmetrical banded
parquetry top reversing to a painted scene of frolicking putti, indistinctly signed lower
right, possibly ''Coudral'', opening to a triple divided interior over a waved frieze on
foliate-headed cabriole legs ending in foliate-cast sabots, 31'' H x 22'' W x 17'' D,
est:$3000/5000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA.
Condition: Good overall condition. Structurally sound. Mounts nicely cast. Gilding of a
bright yellow tone. Timber in good condition with well-restored areas of lifting on
interior top edge banding and on legs. Top possibly reveneered. Some rosewood
veneering on legs. Painted scene nicely executed. With some scattered areas of
overpainted restoration to painting on reverse of top. Some staining and wear to silk
lining of top. No key.
1164
A Louis XV style marquetry bedside commode
Late 19th century, the serpentine breche d'Alep marble top above a conforming case fitted
with a central drawer and door opening to a variegated white marble-lined interior,
decorated with floral sprays on a parquetry ground, on foliate-headed cabriole legs
ending in rocaille-cast sabots, finished and mounted to all sides, 34'' H x 18.5'' W x 18.5''
D, est:$3000/5000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA.
Condition: Well-made. Mounts nicely cast and chased, with an overall even medium gold
tone to gilding. Structurally sound. General marks, nicks and scratches commensurate
with age and use. Marble affixed to top of case. Marble with some old well-matched
repairs and infilled cracks. Quite stable. With a semicircular crack to upper right corner of
right side marble of interior - stable. Some yellowing to interior marble. With a shrinkage
crack to right side of case, would benefit from some infilled and overpainted repair.
1165
Louis XVI style five piece giltwood salon suite
Late 19th century, comprising a settee and four fauteuils, each with an arched beaded
and leaf-tip-carved crestrail over a cartouche-form padded back and bowed seat covered
in Aubusson tapestry with floral bouquets and flowering foliate scrolls, above similarly
carved seatrails, on turned tapering fluted legs, the settee, 39'' H x 55.5'' W x 22'' D,
est:$15,000/20,000 Condition: Armchairs: height of back: 39'', height of seat: 17.5'',
width of seat: 22.5'', depth of seat: 20.5''. Settee: height of seat: 18.5'', width of seat: 53'',
depth of seat: 22.5''. Structurally sound. Re-gilt. General marks, nicks, scratches and
rubbing to surfaces overall. With rubbing to gilding revealing red bole, white gesso and
bare wood in areas. Some variations to carved elements. Tapestry very well made and in
quite good condition for age. Some color variation between covers on settee and on
fauteuils. With only light fading and wear overall. With some looseness to passementerie
trim overall. Two fauteuil lacking side patera above legs. Some roughness to carving of
elements. Sunflower patera particularly roughly carved. Typical wear to legs.
1166
Louis XVI style parquetry table Donald Ross
Second half 19th century, English, by Donald Ross, the top of drawer stamped ''Edwards
& Roberts'', the rectangular top with central inlaid dot trellis reserve within a ribbon twist
gilt bronze frame with foliate clasps to corners, above a similarly decorated mahoganylined drawer over foliate encased square tapering amaranth legs ending in tall foliate-cast
feet, mounted and decorated in the round, 28'' H x 16.5'' W x 14.5'' D,
est:$10,000/15,000. Literature: This model table is illustrated C. Payne. ''19th Century
European Furniture'', Woodbridge, 1989, p. 315, fig. 970. Note: Donald Ross's London
atelier was famed for producing extremely well made, finely inlaid furniture during the
second half of the 19th century. Ross's works are often mistaken not only for that of more
esteemed French ebenistes but also for 18th Century pieces. His specialty was a dot and
trellis parquetry inlay in the manner of Jean-Henri Reisner. Edwards & Roberts were the
most renowned makers and retailers of furniture in 19th Century London, located at 21
Wardour Street. They are known to have had Francois Linke and Donald Ross as clients
and suppliers. A pair of this model table sold Sotheby's London, 5 March 2008, lot 205
(20,900 Pounds Sterling). Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills,
CA. Condition: Very well made. Structurally sound. General marks, nicks and scratches
commensurate with age and use. Mounts well cast, particularly those to top and legs.
Some minor crazing and lifting to border veneer on top. Possibly with a restored
shrinkage crack to top - very well executed and matched. No visible sign from underside.
With a few very small areas of overpainted restoration to back border of top. With some
cracking to frieze reserves flanking drawer above legs - quite stable. Undertier bowing
with some slight lifting of timber around borders. No cracking to undertier evident.
Borders also with a few scattered areas of overpainted restoration. Mounts with slight
darkening - overall even. With some dirt accumulation to crevices.
1167
A French gilt-metal mounted porcelain jardiniere
Late 19th century, with a pierced rim over a bulbous body, decorated to one side with a
ladies sewing circle, signed ''Lucas'', with a scene of a landscape with a mill to the reverse,
on a pink, burgundy and gilt foliate scroll ground, on a square bracket base with incurved
corners, 16'' H x 15'' Dia., est:$4000/6000 Condition: Good condition overall. Decoration
very nicely executed. General light marks and scratches. Mounts rubbed and darkened.
With fine craquelure overall - not very visible. No liner.
1168
A Waterbury bronze crystal regulator clock
Late 19th/early 20th century, the dial marked ''Manufactured by Waterbury Clock Co.
U.S.A.'', the movement marked ''Waterbury Clock Co. / Patented Sept 13, 1898'', the
circular enamel dial with Arabic chapters over a mercury pendulum within a rectangular
beveled glazed breakfronted case, with central urn ''en flambeau'' finial and columnar
uprights to sides, on engine-turned feet, 14.5'' H x 9.5'' W x 5.5'' D, est:$600/900
Condition: Good overall condition. Quality of casting of decorative elements varies.
General marks, scratches and rubbing commensurate with age and use. With a few fine,
oxidized cracks around dial. Small chipped loss to dial around affixing screw to top. With
one winding key.
1169
A French mounted blue & white enamel vase
Late 19th/20th century, of baluster form, decorated with acanthus-decorated neck over a
tapering body decorated with music making putti, over a circular spreading foot, 16.5'' H
x 5'' Dia., est:$1200/1800 Condition: Good overall condition. Nicely decorated. With
some light marks and scratches to surface, commensurate with age. With a small (0.5 x
0.75'') faint shatter mark to middle of body in background. With some fine cracking to
white enamel on interior of mouth and neck. Is not unstable. Some rubbing to gilt painted
decoration of scenes.
1170
Set of ten Sevres style porcelain portrait plates
Each with blue ''L'' overglaze mark dated 1846 and with further silver medallion mark
''France'' and red Chateau de St. Cloud or Chateau de Tuileries mark, also with names of
portrait subjects to front including Louis XIV, Madame Leszczynska, Louis XV, Madame
du Barry, Duc de Bourgogne, Madame de Montespan, Madame de Lamballe, Marie
Antoinette, Louis XVI and Madame de La Valliere, all signed ''Debrie'', within gilt-foliate
vine decorated borders, 10 pcs, 9.25'' Dia., est:$3000/4000 Condition: Generally good
condition overall. With slight rubbing to gilt borders. Minor marks and scratches. Louis
XIV plate with hairline crack running from center to edge of underside, not visible from
front.
1171
A Sevres style mounted porcelain vase L. Morin
Late 19th/20th century, with overglaze blue interlaced ''L'' mark centering an ''L'' or ''H'',
the lid with ''Empire Bazar'' label, the domed lid over a flared rim over a tapering neck
above a bulbous body decorated with a continuous scene of a romantic 18th century
couple in a landscape, signed ''L. Morin'', over a socle and circular foot, on a canted
square base, 28'' H x 8'' Dia., est:$2000/3000 Condition: General marks, scratches and
rubbing overall. Lid does not sit securely on rim - no groove or fitment. Metal mounts
roughly cast. Decoration decently executed. With a 5.25'' firing crack running around the
bottom of the body. With a further .5'' vertical firing crack in same area. Surface of lid and
body with a slightly tacky feeling, possibly indicating some sort of overspray - does not
fluoresce. Rubbing to gilt elements.
1172
A Sevres style mounted ''jeweled'' lidded vase
Late 19th/20th century, with no marks visible, of drum shape, with domed lid and 'en
flambeau' finial, over a foliate chased rim above a spreading neck decorated with foliate
swags and pendant 'ruby' and white 'jewel' floral forms, painted with a continuous view of
a musical concert to one side and a fountain within a landscape to the other, with laurel
swag handles to sides, on a conforming socle, 25'' H x 12'' W x 8.5'' D, est:$3000/5000
Condition: Good overall condition. Decoration very well executed. With some light marks
and scratches to surface, commensurate with age. Gilt-bronze elements rather bright.
With a few small chipped losses to decoration on figural scene to front. With a small
imperfection to top of central hip of body on back landscape scene. Some rubbing and
losses to 'jewel' elements.
1173
A Sevres style gilt-metal porcelain covered vase
Late 19th/20th century, with blue overglaze interlaced ''L'' marks to underside, the
domed lid with pinecone finial over a tapering bulbous body decorated with a 'fete
galante' scene, signed ''Maxant'' to one side and a hunting trophy to the reverse, with
foliate-cast handles to sides on a square canted base, 26.25'' H x 12.5'' W x 9'' D,
est:$1800/2200 Condition: Good overall condition. Nicely decorated. With light marks
and scratches to surface commensurate with age. Rubbing to gilding of mounts overall.
1174
A Sevres style gilt-bronze-mounted porcelain vase
Early 20th century, with overglaze blue crossed swords mark and further marked ''A L''
and ''Made in France'', possibly Bloch & Co., Paris, the lid with pinecone finial above a
pierced foliate guilloche rim flanked by caryatid handles over a tapering body decorated
with a scene of an amorous couple on a stroll, signed ''Anbles'', to one side and a
landscape with a chateau to the reverse, on a cobalt ground with gilt foliate scrolls, over a
circular stepped base with laurel garland, on square fluted spreading feet, 28.5'' H x 12''
W x 8.5'' D, est:$3000/4000. Provenance: Property From the Estate of C.B. Sweet,
Lumber & Railroad Pioneer, Beverly Hills, CA and thence by descent to the present family
member. Condition: Good condition overall. General light marks, scratches and rubbing
to surface, commensurate with age. Mounts decently cast. With polish residue to crevices.
Gilt decoration to lid particularly rubbed.
1175
A pair of Louis XV style ormolu figural chenets
Late 19th century, depicting a girl or boy seated within a portico above a curved staircase,
decorated overall with acanthus scrolls, 13'' H x 11.5'' W x 7.25'' D, est:$800/1200
Condition: Good condition overall. Nicely cast. General marks and scratches
commensurate with age and use. Gilding rubbed overall. With a medium lacquered finish
to surface. Slight dirt accumulation overall. With evidence of regilding to backs of both.
Back supports possibly replacements. With additional holes to underside - not visible
from front.
1176
A Louis XV style ormolu mantel clock Japy Freres
Late 19th century, the movement with Japy Freres pastille, also stamped ''13918'', reverse
of foliate element of case stamped ''HCJ / 712'', the circular gilt-bronze dial inset with
Roman enamel chapters within an asymmetric acanthus-cast case with a pair of putti,
allegorical of music, seated at the base, 24'' H x 20.5'' W x 9.5'' D, est:$5000/7000
Condition: Good condition overall. Case nicely cast. Probably re-gilt. General light marks,
scratches and rubbing to surface. With some casting cracks to back of lower foliate
elements - does not affect stability. Hands oxidized. Back of movement loose. Movement
appears original and complete. No key. No pendulum. Working condition unknown and
not guaranteed.
1177
Louis XV style walnut side cabinet Haentges Freres
Late 19th century, some mounts stamped ''Haentges'', the rectangular molded
breakfronted Breche Violette marble top above one long flanked by two short frieze
drawers over a central paneled door flanked by two further paneled doors, each enclosing
a shelf, over a waved apron, on acanthus-headed cabriole legs ending in hairy paw feet,
42.25'' H x 71.5'' W x 24.75'' D, est:$12,000/15,000. Note: The renowned firm of
Haentges Freres was located at 9, Immeubles Industriels from 1883 and later at 6, rue
Titon, Paris. Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Beverly Hills, CA. Condition:
Very well made. Structurally sound. With a rich, nutty brown color to timber overall.
Mounts overall very nicely cast, chased and gilt, possibly with a few minor replacements.
Marble top affixed to top of case with adhesive. Top with some infilled repaired cracks.
With minor losses to edges. With a .5'' section chipped off to front and retained. Would
benefit from proper repair. With minor marks and scratches to case. Timber well carved.
Rear left paw mount possibly repaired. Right drawer pull mount possibly a replacement.
With some typical rubbing to gilding of pull mounts. Underside bowing slightly. Drawers
and doors move well. One key.
1178
After G Michel, ''La Pensee'', bust, Susse Freres
Signed ''G. Michel'' (Gustave Frederic Michel, 1851-1924, French), and further marked
''Medaille / d'honneur'', also bearing Susse Freres foundry pastille, a gilt-bronze bust of a
Classical maiden, wearing a laurel wreath, entitled ''La Pensee'', 12.25'' W x 9'' D,
est:$800/1200. Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills Collector. Condition:
Good condition overall. With a nice even gold tone overall. With only very light marks,
scratches and rubbing to surface. Slight spotting to gilt surface overall.
1179
A Continental patinated metal portrait tondo
Probably German, late 19th/20th century, centrally depicting the bust of a woman in
18th century dress, initialed ''L'', within a border of fruiting garlands surmounted by a
pair of recumbent figures flanking a castle, 38'' Dia., est:$1000/1500 Condition: Good
condition overall. With a dark brown patina to surface overall. Elements nicely rendered.
General marks, scratches and some rubbing to surface, commensurate with age. With a
later support wire attached to reverse.
1180
After Jef Lambeaux patinated bronze bust woman
Probably early 20th century, signed ''Jef Lambeaux'' (Josef Maria Thomas Lambeaux
1852 - 1908, Belgian), depicting a woman a woman with floral wreath at three-quarter
profile, 19.5'' H x 15.5'' W x 8'' D, est:$800/1200 Condition: Good overall condition. With
a dark greenish brown patina to surface. General marks, scratches and light rubbing
overall, commensurate with age.
1181
After Eugene Marioton bronze figure soldier
Signed ''E. Marioton'' (1857-1933, French), depicting a soldier holding a rifle with
bayonet, 30'' H x 8'' W x 10'' D, est:$1500/2000 Condition: With a medium brown patina
to surface. Surface appears rubbed to achieve an overall lighter color with very dark,
almost black surface in crevices. General marks and scratches.
1182
Dalou bronze ''Le Grand Paysan'' figure worker
Signed ''Dalou'' (Aime-Jules Dalou, 1838-1902, French), inscribed ''Susse Fres Edts'',
stamped with Susse pastille mark and also marked ''Casa Bellas Artes / Buenos Aires'', on
a circular Verde Antico marble base, overall, 26'' H x 9'' Dia., est:$4000/6000 Condition:
Height of bronze: 24''. With a dark brown patina overall. Good condition overall. With
light marks, scratches and rubbing commensurate with age. Slight dirt accumulation to
surface.
1183
After Collas bronze ''Venus de Milo'' nude figure
Late 19th century, with Collas (Achille Collas, 1794 -1859, French) Foundry pastille
''Reduction Mechanique'', 26.5'' H x 9'' W x 6.5'' D, est:$1200/1800. Literature: P.
Kjellberg. ''Bronzes of the 19th Century'', Atglen, 1994, p. 667. Note: Achille Collas began
working with Ferdinand Barbedienne on the project of modeling a version of the Antique
Roman 'Venus de Milo'. Collas invented a means of mechanically reducing the scale from
the original. Condition: Decently cast. With a medium brown patina to surface overall.
General marks, scratches and rubbing to surface, particularly to top of head. With a
triangular patched repair to right side of base - well executed.
1184
After Dumaige, metal figure group ''L'Education''
Late 19th century, the base marked ''L' Education'' and ''Dumaige'' (Etienne-Henry
Dumaige (1830-1888, French), bronze-patinated metal, depicting a man with a sword
instructing a boy on geometry, on a rectangular plinth, 30.5'' H x 17'' W x 12.5'' D,
est:$1000/1500 Condition: Decently cast. With a dark brown patina to surface overall.
With some rubbing, scratches and spotting to surface, revealing white metal. Some dirt
accumulation overall.
1185
After Clodion terracotta satyr bacchante putto
Late 19th/20th century, signed ''Clodion'' (Claude Michel Clodion 1738-1814, French),
figures depicted holding a tambourine with grapes, seated on rockwork base, 18.25'' H x
11'' W x 10'' D, est:$2500/3500 Condition: Good overall condition. General marks,
scratches and rubbing to surface overall. Grey finish rubbed off in areas, notably to torsos
or larger figures. Some minor chipped losses to edge of tambourine and female figure's
index finger.
1186
A Luen Wo Chinese Export silver two handled tray
Late 19th/early 20th century, Shanghai, with Chinese character marks and further
marked ''LW'', rectangular, the surface chased with birds amidst flowering branches, with
similar raised decoration to border, with bamboo-decorated rim and handles, on rounded
feet, monogrammed ''R'', with inscription to underside ''Mr. & Mrs. I.G. Riddick / from
British Cigarette Co., Ltd. Leaf Department...'' with a list of names, 23'' W x 12.25'' D, 70
oz, est:$1500/2500. Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills Collector. Condition:
Good condition overall. Decoration very nicely executed. With typical light marks and
scratches to surface overall, commensurate with age and use. With some tarnishing to
surface in crevices.
1187
William Comyns Edwardian sterling table box
1901, London, with maker's mark ''WC'', with registration number ''335571'', of waved
oval form, the top decorated with a repousse scene of ladies and gentleman in a romantic
landscape, with central drawer with floral pull, on foliate scroll feet, monogrammed
''MR'', 4.5'' H x 11.25'' W x 8.25'' D, est:$2000/3000 Condition: Good overall condition.
With general marks, scratches, rubbing and tarnishing to surface, commensurate with age
and use. With a few minor scattered dings to surface, particularly to sides. Some rivets to
drawer front protruding and slightly bent. With polish residue in crevices. Red velvet
lining to drawer faded and worn. Drawer does not close completely. Paper to underside
dry and with losses.
1188
An assembled English sterling silver shaving set
1899, Chester; 1903, Birmingham, each with makers mark ''H M'', possibly H. Matthews,
including a collapsible straight razor and a razor strap and cover, the razor marked
''Bengall'', , est:$700/1000. Note: The straight razor bearing the mark of retailer '''T.R.
Cadman & Sons / Sheffield Eng.'' Condition: Good condition overall. General marks,
scratches and tarnishing commensurate with age and use. Decoration nicely chased. An
assembled set, as stated. Decoration to each work nicely together. Strap case with some
very slight irregularities due to usage. Blade to razor with small fine crack running
perpendicular from edge. Minor spotting to blade. Strap in good condition.
1189
Pair Elkington & Co gilt sterling pierced bowls
1895-1896, Birmingham, with maker's mark ''E & Co Ld'', and further marked ''19816'',
each with foliate and C-scroll decorated rim above a tapering body with intertwined
foliate swags, 2 pcs, 2'' H x 6.25'' Dia., 17 oz tw approximately, est:$1000/1500
Condition: Good condition overall. Nicely chased. General light marks and scratches to
surface commensurate with age. Typical tarnishing to surface.
1190
An Edwardian William Hutton sterling silver tray
1902, London, with maker's mark of William Hutton & Sons Ltd., rectangular, the edge
decorated with waved scrolls interspersed with shells, twin handles to sides, the surface
decorated with ruffled C-scrolls and floral sprays, not monogrammed, 30.5'' H x 19'' W,
160 oz, est:$3000/5000. Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Riverside, CA.
Condition: Good condition overall. Very nicely chased and decorated. With light marks
and scratches to surface commensurate with age and use. With typical tarnishing overall.
Not monogrammed, as stated. Some wear to the edges of the decoration around the
center indicating that it was once possibly monogrammed and the inscription has been
removed.
1191
Georg Jensen sterling coffee tea service
Designed in 1952 by Henning Koppel, marked ''Dessin / HK / Georg Jensen / Denmark
Sterling / 1017'', comprising a coffee pot (6.75 x 9.25"), a teapot (4.5 x 9.50"), both with
teakwood handles, a cream jug (3 x 5"), an open sugar bowl (1.75 x 4.25'') and an oval
tray (20.50 x 17.75"), 5 pcs, 149 oz tw approximately, est:$4000/6000. Literature: This
model service, with ebony handles, is illustrated J. Drucker. ''Georg Jensen: A Tradition
of Splendid Silver'', Atglen, 2001, p. 230. Provenance: Property from an Estate, Sherman
Oaks, CA. Condition: Good condition overall. General light marks and scratches,
particularly to surface of tray, commensurate with age and use. With overall typical slight
tarnishing. Teak handles somewhat faded and slightly rubbed.
1192
Georg Jensen sterling ''Scroll'' flatware service
Designed in 1927 by Johan Rohde, the Scroll, or Saga pattern, marked ''Georg / Jensen /
Sterling / Denmark''; comprising 8 dinner knives (8.75"), 8 dinner forks (7"), 8
salad/dessert forks (6.5"), 8 oval soup/dessert spoons (6.5"), 8 teaspoons (5.75"), 8 iced
beverage spoons (7"), 8 seafood cocktail forks (6"), 8 butter spreaders (5.75'), 8 demitasse
spoons (4.25"), and the following serving items: 2 piece large salad fork and spoon (9.5"),
1 large buffet spoon w/pierced bowl (9.5"),1 medium size serving spoon (8.25"), 1 medium
size serving fork (8.25"), 1 large dinner spoon with oval bowl (8"), 1 gravy ladle (7.5"), 1
pie server (8"), 1 cheese plane (7.75"), 1 master sugar/jam spoon (4.50"), 2 piece fish or
game carving set, the knife (10.25"), the two-tine fork (7.75"), 2 piece large carving set,
the knife (13.50"), the two-tine roast fork (12.25"), 86 pcs, weighable sterling, 170 oz tw
approximately, est:$4000/6000. Literature: Place setting pieces from this model service
are illustrated J. Drucker. ''Georg Jensen: A Tradition of Splendid Silver'', Atglen, 2001,
p. 268. Provenance: Property from an Estate, Sherman Oaks, CA. Condition: Good
condition overall. General light marks and scratches, commensurate with age and use.
With overall typical slight tarnishing. Weight is without steel bladed articles.
1193
Four silver cigarette cases, Russian, Egyptian
First half 20th century, comprising two Russian cases, each marked ''84'', one with
maker's mark ''DC'', decorated with a cornucopia around a medallion, the other marked
''CK'', with floral sprays; and two Egyptian, with Arabic marks, decorated with feluccas
and palm trees, the largest, 0.5'' H x 5.75'' W x 3.75'' D, 20 oz tw approximately,
est:$600/900 Condition: The smallest: 0.5 x 1.75 x 3.5. Generally good condition overall.
Decoration to Egyptian cases very finely executed. General marks, scratches, rubbing and
minor dings to surfaces. Slight tarnishing to surfaces. Not monogrammed.
1194
A set of four French silver pots de creme
Two with Ancien Regime marks, Paris, 1781-1789, with maker's marks '"JSN'' and ''PGF'',
two unmarked, each of typical form, with circular lid above an urn-form body, with bail
handle, on foliate scroll feet, the marked pair with a single coat of arms under a five point
crown, the unmarked pair with a double coat of arms under a five point crown, 4 pcs, the
two marked pots, 3.25'' H x 3.25'' W x 2.75'' D, 8.75 oz tw approximately, est:$600/900.
Note: A set of twelve related pots, circa 1900 by Ferdinand Erhart, of matching form, also
bearing armorials, sold New Orleans Auction Gallery, 19 May 2007, lot 207 ($17,400).
Provenance: Property of a Private Collector, New York City. Condition: Weight of
unmarked pots: 9 oz tw approximately. Form and decoration of all consistent. General
marks, scratches, rubbing and slight tarnishing overall. With some dings and small dents
to bodies. All with numerous pin size dings to bottoms.
1195
An L. Maciel sterling six piece tea service
Mid-20th century, marked ''L. Maciel / Sterling / Made in Mexico / 0.925'', comprising a
teapot (10 x 11.5 x 6.25''), a tipping kettle and burner stand (14 x 10 x 7.5''), a covered
sugar bowl (7.5 x 6 x 4.5''), a cream jug (7 x 6 x 4.5''), a waste bowl (6 x 4.25'') and a
double-handled tray, on scalloped feet (31.25 x 20''), 290 oz tw approximately,
Condition: Good condition overall. General marks, scratches, rubbing and slight
tarnishing commensurate with age and use. Scratches most notably to surface of tray.
With typical fine cracking and oxidation to insulator caps to handles of kettles. Not
monogrammed.
1196
Extensive Austro-Hungarian silver flatware service
Late 19th/early 20th century, Pest, with Diana mark within a five-lobed flower, and with
maker's mark ''PT'', comprising: 12 dinner forks (8.5''), 12 dessert / salad forks (7''), 11
dinner knives (10''), 11 dessert / salad knives (8.25''), 12 breakfast / junior / fruit forks
(6.75''), 12 breakfast / junior / /fruit knives (5.75''), 12 fish forks (7''), 12 fish knives
(7.5''), 11 dessert spoons, with gilt-washed bowls (6.25''), 12 teaspoons (5.75''), 12 ice
cream spades, with gilt-washed bowls (5.25''), 12 demitasse spoons (4.5''), 12 tablespoons
(8.5''), 4 salt cellars with gilt-washed bowls and glass liners (1.25 x 2.5''), 4 salt spades
(2.75''), 2 medium two-prong meat forks (8''), 2 large two-prong meat forks (10.25''), 2
three-prong serving forks (9.75''), 1 berry / preserve spoon (8''), 1 pate / caviar spreader
(8''), 1 serving scoop (8.5''), 1 master butter knife (7.75''), 1 condiment fork (5.75''), 1
condiment fork (5.25''), 1 condiment fork (5.5''), 2 picks (6.5''), 1 cold meat fork (9.25''), 1
ladle with oval, gilt-washed bowl (7.5''), 1 nut (?) scoop with scalloped gilt-washed bowl
(7.75''), 1 pair of tongs (5.25''), 1 knife (8.75''), 2 small candle holders (2.75''), 2 buffet
spoons (10.75''), 1 ladle (11.75''), 1 ladle (9''), 1 pie server (11''), 1 ice cream slice (10.25''), 1
fish knife (10.25''), a 2-piece salad serving set (9.75''), 1 serving spade (9.5''),
monogrammed to the reverse, '"SZR'', 193 pcs, together with an inlaid stained beechwood
and beveled glass canteen, weighable silver, 282 oz tw approximately,
est:$10,000/15,000. Note: The form of the purity mark on the items in this service
indicate that the pieces are .800 silver and date from 1872 to 1922. Provenance: Property
from a Private Collection, Riverside, CA. Condition: Very good condition overall. With
only light marks and scratches to surfaces commensurate with age and use. Bowl of one
ice cream scoop apparently not gilt washed. Some dessert spoons with gilt-washed bowls.
Liners to salt cellars possibly replaced. Some with small chipped losses to edges. Probably
some re-blading to place setting knives. Silver weight is without steel bladed knives.
Canteen completely lined and fitted with four pull out drawers and lift up top. Canteen in
good condition overall. With some minor losses to veneer at top edge of doors. Top
drawer with some difficulty sliding. Some minor fading and rubbing to timber of canteen.
No key.
1197
A pair of German silver pierced footed baskets
20th century, each with crescent and crown marks and further marked ''800'' and
''Germany'', with waved, C-scroll chased rim above pierced bodies decorated with floral
swags, on ram's mask headed splayed legs ending in hoof feet, 4'' H x 5'' Dia., 14 oz tw
approximately, est:$500/800. Provenance: Property of a Private Beverly Hills, CA
Collector. Condition: Good condition overall. Decoration nicely executed. With only light
marks and scratches to surface.
1198
An Italian silver three piece coffee service
Probably 20th century, marked ''800'', with further marks rubbed, comprising a coffee
pot (7.5 x 9.75 x 5.25''), a cream jug (4.75 x 7 x 3.5'') and a covered sugar bowl (5.75 x
3.75''), each spherical, with deeply chased foliate and floral sprays, with canid-form
spouts and foliate scroll feet, 3 pcs, weighable silver, 47 oz tw approximately,
est:$1200/1500 Condition: Good overall condition. Decoration very nicely executed. With
typical marks, scratches and tarnishing. Particular tarnishing to crevices. Ebonized
handles rubbed, faded and lacking finish. Handles somewhat loose.

Tuesday MAY 13, 2008 - John Moran Auctioneers

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