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1891
1891
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THREE SOVEREIGNS 1910, 1912 &
THREE SOVEREIGNS 1910, 1912 & 1913(3)
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A number of historic
A number of historic proclamations and other documents of the years 1659 to 1715 including the taking and subsequent execution of Lord Monmouth after the rebellion of 1685 proclamations after the treaty of Breda 1667 details of the court which sentenced Charles I in 1648 and a later court sentencing after the Jacobite rebellion in 1715.
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Philosophical Transactions for
Philosophical Transactions for the months of January and February, numb.137, pages 923-944, with diagram, printed John Martyn, printer to the Royal society, 1678
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Dated 1904
Dated 1904
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Pio Joris (1843-1921 Italian)
Pio Joris (1843-1921 Italian) Cavalier Reading a Letter in an Interior
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English silk on linen sampler dated
English silk on linen sampler dated 1741 with two religious verses. 16.5"x5.5"
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1 vol. Olearius, Adam;
1 vol. Olearius, Adam; Mendelslo, Johann Albrecht von. Persiansche Reyse... Amsterdam: Voor Jan Jansz, 1651. 2 vols. in 1. 4to, old vellum over bds.; light wear, slightly warped. Additional engraved vignette title, 10 engravings in text. Without maps. Internally generally clean. Bound with: Laet, J. de. Voyagien naa, en door het Groot en Magtige Koninkrijk van Persia. Amsterdam: S. Imbrechts, 1667. 4to. Title vignette. Generally clean.
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1811 London each with maker's
1811 London each with maker's mark 'RG' of cauldron form the circular gadrooned rims above circular bodies with applied floral swags over three lion's mask-headed paw feet with gilt-washed interiors each engraved to undersides with a crest with motto of Order of the Bath 'Tria Juncta In Uno' ('Three Joined in One') / Ich Dien (I serve) each also engraved with two further crests 2 pcs 2'' H x 3.75'' W x 2.75'' Dia. 14.7 oz troy tw approximately
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A quantity of about fifteen 19th
A quantity of about fifteen 19th century and later prints and paintings.
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TWO SOVEREIGNS 1911 & 1957(2)
TWO SOVEREIGNS 1911 & 1957(2)
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1934
1934
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An early 19th Century pen and ink
An early 19th Century pen and ink work tray fitted four boxes and covers containing bone counters, and a Pope Joan board
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A late 19th. century sycamore bread
A late 19th. century sycamore bread board the surround with ''Give us This Day our Daily Bread'' carved in relief.
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PRINT "WEST INDIAMAN MEDINA
PRINT "WEST INDIAMAN MEDINA 1811"Print Under Glass "West Indiaman Medina 1811" in bird's eye maple frame
13 in. x 15 ½ in.
Condition:
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
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JOANNES JANSSONIUS (1588-1664)
JOANNES JANSSONIUS (1588-1664) MAPJoannes Janssonius (1588-1664), "Vienna Austriae/Wien in Oostenreyk", Amsterdam, 1682, engraved bird's-eye view of Vienna; with a key, in Latin, of notable landmarks, 15 1/2 in. x 20 in., matted and framed Provenance: Collection of Brooke and Maria Fox, Metairie, LA
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Each dated 1916-S
Each dated 1916-S
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1513 MANUSCRIPTManuscript 1513:
1513 MANUSCRIPTManuscript 1513: Questions Morales Magistri Petri Tatareti in octo capita distincter quam doctissime ab codem disputute atique discusse nec seginter an notate: atque nouiter emendate sicut legenti patebit, by Pierre Tataret, Published by pierre Gaudoul in 1513, probably in Paris. This is the amended first edition of Pierre Tataret's discussion of Aristotle's Nichomachan Ethics. The cover has been replaced with a 15th Century page from a dutch book of hours and the front flyleaves and last pages of the index are missing. Superb woodcut illustrations include title page with Virgin and Child in a ship. Dimensions: 5 3/4 by 4 by 3/8 inches. Processing and shipping in the continental U.S. $25.00 plus 1.5% replacement insurance cost.
Condition:
Cover has been replaced, and there is insect damage and a small hole in the front is piece, which also slightly abraded. Pages have some minor folds and finger marks. The last part of illustration of "Prestre Ichan" is missing. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Condition: s. Please be advised that we do not furnish packing materials nor porters for pick up.
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SILLIMAN'S TRAVELS, 1812 B.
SILLIMAN'S TRAVELS, 1812 B. Silliman, A JOURNAL OF TRAVELS IN ENGLAND, HOLLIAND, AND SCOTLAND?IN THE YEARS 1805 AND 1806 2nd ed. (Boston: Wait 1812) Two volumes, 12mo, full speckled sheep.
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A quantity of mainly 19th century
A quantity of mainly 19th century literary historical and political documents and sketches including correspondence with the Soane Museum and correspondence with various politicians novelists poets and authors.
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Portraits of Kings, 1620: Martini
Portraits of Kings, 1620: Martini Hamconii Frisia Sev De Viris Rebusque, Joannis Starteri (Bibliopolae Sumptibus), 1620, each page with prints of various kings, many in military pose and brandishing weapons, quarter calf over marbled boards, 9 x 7 in. Pages remounted, binding with extensive spine losses, hinges weak.
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ISAAC TIRION (DUTCH 1705-1769)
ISAAC TIRION (DUTCH 1705-1769) IMPERIO DEL GIAPPONE Hand coloured engraving: Framed 1740
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Thirteen various books, c/o a
Thirteen various books, c/o a fragmentary copy of Observations Upon the Inconveniences that have Attended the Frequent Promotions to Titles of Honour and Dignity Since King James Came to the Crown of England (n.p., 1653), A History of the Civil War by Benson J. Lossing (New York, 1912); four volumes of the works of Washington Irving (New York, Philadelphia & Chicago, n.d. but c. 1910); A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens in original slipcase (Philadelphia, 1950; number 400 of a limited edition of 600 created "for use as a Christmas Greeting from Samuel A. Dalton"); The Ancestors of Eleanor Bedford Wilkins Cooch and Edward Webb Cooch, written by Eleanor B. W. Cooch (Wilmington, Del., 1962) and five volumes from the Universal Classics Library-- The Diary of John Evelyn in two volumes, Memoirs of Louis XIV by Saint Simon, French Belles-Lettres and English Belles-Lettres. Largest is "Observations upon the inconveniences", lacking front and back cover
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SERAPI Circa 1900.
SERAPI Circa 1900.
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Johannes Mayer (Southeastern
Johannes Mayer (Southeastern Pennsylvania active 1769-1812) ink and watercolor fraktur bookplate dated 1795 depicting a squirrel... ?
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SAMPLER - Student Work on Linen
SAMPLER - Student Work on Linen by Elizabeth Yerman Heath 'Tenth Year of Her Age and the Year of Our Lord 1803 December 28' with vine border birds potted trees and flowers cats and dogs lion and crowns six line blessing and two line rhyme in vint
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Dutch School 19th Century Monks
Dutch School 19th Century Monks in a Scriptorium
Estimate:$800-$1,200
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1 vol. Regii Sanguinis Clamor ad
1 vol. Regii Sanguinis Clamor ad Coelum Adversus Parricidas Anglicanos. The Hague, 1652. 12mo, contemp. vellum; some edge wear. Attacking the executioners of Charles I in 1649, also attacking John Milton & Cromwell, et al. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Freeman''s Conditions of Sale.
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Silk on linen English sampler dated
Silk on linen English sampler dated 1843 in a wreath of leaves and flowers with animals and buildings and many small vignettes and mounted in a maple frame. 11.75''x11.75''
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1812 marking sampler, seven lines
1812 marking sampler, seven lines of letters and numbers, stitched "Charity Chambers her work in the 8 year of her age 1812", silk on linen, probably American, 10-1/4 x 7-1/2 in. (sight); modern frame. Fading, browning of linen ground. Purchased from descendants of Quaker family originally from Wilmington, Delaware and Pennsylvania.
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17TH CENTURY RELIGIOUS PORTRAIT,
17TH CENTURY RELIGIOUS PORTRAIT, PRAGUEOil on canvas painting of Joes Cztiborius Kotva. Inscription at bottom states he is a theologian during the time of "Ferdi. II" or Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand II (1619-1637). Painting is set in Bohemia (today Prague, Czech Republic) as the Church of Our Lady before Tyn can be seen over the subject's shoulder. A small suit of armor stands on the table next to a goblet. Well stabilized and relined. Some loss at bottom along with wear and visible repairs. Modern frame with period styling.
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An Account of the Life of that
An Account of the Life of that Ancient Servant of Jesus Christ, John Richardson (Mary Hinde, London, 1774); An Apology for the True Christian Divinity: Being an Explanation and Vindication of the Principles and Doctrines of the People called Quakers by Robert Barclay (Joseph Cruikshank, Philadelphia, 1775); Samuel Finley Breese Morse: A Return to the Spirit of Leonardo Marriage of Science and Art by Violet Oakley (Philadelphia, 1939; signed by the author on the half-title); Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll, with forty-two illustrations by John Tenniel (New York, 1884). Binding is shaken; front hinge is weak; part of spine is missing; pages 1-3 have been very crudely reattached to the binding with tape.
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THREE TRADITIONS SPECIALTY LEAD
THREE TRADITIONS SPECIALTY LEAD SOLDIER SETS Renaissance era; Netherlands navy 1650-90,Ming Dynasty naval expedition, 1405-33 and Spanish Conquistadors, 1492-1550
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Journal of the Merioneth Historical
Journal of the Merioneth Historical and Record Society edited by Sir William Davies volumes 1-13 1949-2001 (thirteen blue cloth bound volumes) and M.P. Siddons - ''The Development of Welsh Heraldry'' volumes 1-4 published by The National Library of Wales Aberystwyth 1991 (four green cloth bound volumes with dust wrappers)
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MEISSEN GROUP 19th century. Cross
MEISSEN GROUP 19th century. Cross swords and numbered.
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ISAAK TIRION MAPIsaak Tirion Nieuwe
ISAAK TIRION MAPIsaak Tirion Nieuwe Kaart van de Grootbrittannische Volk plantingen in Noord America map, ca. 1755 , a short history of the region is given, with Georgia, Virginia and North and South Carolina are shown extending westward to the Mississippi, 14 1/2" x 18". Provenance: A Chester County, Pennsylvania collection.
Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Condition:
Center crease, not examined out of frame.