1675 AMERICAN COLONIAL LAND GRANTDated1675 AMERICAN COLONIAL LAND GRANTDated 55 years after the Pilgrims landed. Handwritten, listing many early Pre Revolutionary War 17th C. Connecticut settlers. Document has been reinforced with two Connecticut Civil War Bonds, somewhat visible through the back of the document. Appr ox. 12-1/4" L x 15-3/8" H. Overall discoloration, tears, ECT. See images for more details on condition. This item can be shipped in-house.
After Thomas Whitcombe (British,After Thomas Whitcombe (British, 1760-1824) "Capture of the Liguria, Aug 7th, 1798", "Commencement of the Battle of Trafalgar, Oct. 21st, 1805" and "Destruction of the French Fleet in Basque Roads, April 12th, 1809", trio of hand-colored engravings depicting naval battle scenes, 9" x 12-1/2", all engraved by T. Sutherland, published 1817 at 48 Strand, for J. Jenkins' naval achievements. Glazed and presented in white linen mats within contemporary burlwood frames.
Indentured Servant Contract DatedIndentured Servant Contract Dated July 1555 on vellum. Sheet measures roughly 8.5x17''. Some holes at center, scattered staining, and bunching throughout. Loose. (EC)
Three-volume 1574 German history:Three-volume 1574 German history: Germaniae Antiquae Illustrationem Continet in que…MDLXV-MDLXXIIII August 1574 , vellum bindings with gilt embossed coat-of-arms, book plate "Ex Libris Liechtensteinianias", 12-1/2 x 8-1/2 in. Toning, bindings stained and discolored, minor water stains and foxing. The Estate of the Late Reverend O. Leland Gilmore, Maryville, Tennessee
ENGLISH CONTRACT OF INDENTURE CIRCAENGLISH CONTRACT OF INDENTURE CIRCA 1700 calligraphy on parchment a contract from Peter Courthope (born 1639 died 1724) of Danny Mansion Hurstpierpoint Sussex for leasing land from William Zinoff. Dated January 28 1700 - h:15.50 w:28.25 in.
1655 English Marriage English Documenton1655 English Marriage English Documenton parchment with seals framed approx. 18'' x 18''.
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.
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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.
SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT,SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT, 1572 James Sandiland (c.1511-1579, sometime Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller, 1st Lord Torphichen) original manuscript document in Latin and English, June 3, 1572, to John Browne, with a large seal affixed; faintly endorsed verso; 1 p., on vellum, 8 x 9 1/2 in.
att. Thomas Sully (1783-1872) Genreatt. Thomas Sully (1783-1872) Genre Sceneoil on canvas laid on board unsigned depicting a young man appealing to two young woman all figures in Renaissance style dress painted in a feigned oval and presented in a later frame.SS 18 x 15.75 in.; DOA 23.25 x 20.75 in.Private collection Richmond VA
1855 Canvaswork probably American,1855 Canvaswork probably American, Mary Queen of Scots relinquishing her crown to the guards and court officials before her execution, signed at bottom on faux eglomisé mat "Jane F. Eggert. 1855", wool and silk on canvas, 44-1/2 x 37-1/2 in. (sight); probably original wood frame,
SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT,SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT, 1582 Original manuscript document in Latin and English, January 23, 1582, pertaining to the guardianship and instruction of James Sandilands of Calder, 2nd Lord Torphichen (1576-1617, then a minor), witnessed and signed by 5 unidentified individuals, with two large seals affixed; endorsed, "Preceptum caisma et Joann. Cokburn de ormistom;" 1 p., on vellum, 9 3/4 x 12 1/2 in.
A number of historic proclamationsA 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.
General Historie of the MagnificentGeneral Historie of the Magnificent State of Venice, 1612 collected by Thomas de Fougasses and "Englished" (from the French) by William Shute, printed in London by G. Eld and W. Stansby, two volumes bound together, marbleized board covers, leather spine with five raised bands and gilt lettering, frontispiece with woodcut map of Venice and inked signatures of two previous owners, one dated 1625, 81 woodcut portraits, headpieces and historiated initials throughout text, 13 x 9 in.,
A quantity of historic documentsA quantity of historic documents including 18th century items on the cruelties of the slave trade medical treatment for George III timber supplies to the Navy French puzzle writing etc.
DOCUMENT: 1657 INDENTURE, CROMWELLDOCUMENT: 1657 INDENTURE, CROMWELL ERAEnglish indenture dated 1657. Two illegible signatures at bottom. Document measures about 7" x 16-3/4". shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
French mezzotint Seige'd York TownFrench mezzotint Seige'd York Town together with an English print by Wm. Richardson titled Tho. Laugher a colored lithograph of... ?
1 vol. Regii Sanguinis Clamor1 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.
(ENGLISH, 18TH CENTURY) HABITS(ENGLISH, 18TH CENTURY) HABITS OF ENGLISH LADYS IN THE YEARS 1735 (A) 1745 (B) 1755 (C). ALONG WITH HABITS OF ENGLISH GENTLEMEN IN T...Framed; from Thomas Jeffery's "A collection of the dresses of different nations, antient and modern" London, 1757-72 (Vol. II, pl. 228). (2) Etchings: 9 x 7 3/4 in. Provenance: Estate Collection of Albert E. Mitchler, Washington, D.C.
Venetian 1502 book, doges, historyVenetian 1502 book, doges, history of the first 74 doges of Venice, Marcello Pietro, De Vita Prencipum et Gestis Venetorum , 1502 printing, possibly first edition, octavo, 11-1/4 x 8 x 1/2 in. Later cloth binding with surface loss to spine and other abrasions and wear overall, toning, water damage, one area of pest damage, later inscription on title page, margin annotations in pencil. The Estate of the Late Reverend O. Leland Gilmore, Maryville, Tennessee
1592 ORTELIUS THEATRUM FRENCH MAP:1592 ORTELIUS THEATRUM FRENCH MAP: From the 1592 printing page 25 double map one depicting Calais and Boulogne by Nicolaus Nicolai Delphinate dated 1558 the other depicting Vermandois and its borders by Johannnes Surhonius. Both maps on one plate hand colored. From an edition size of 525 copies. Sight size 14 1/2'' x 20 1/4'' framed with glass on both sides so one can read the text 20 1/2'' x 26 1/4''.CONDITION: Note cracks in glass verso toning to page not examined out of frame.
17C. GREGORIO LETI LOVES OF DUKE17C. GREGORIO LETI LOVES OF DUKE CHARLES England, Italy,1630-1701, Circa 1669Antiquarian leather bound book, "The Loves of Charles Duke of Mantua: And of Margaret Countess of Rovera", translated from Italian, printed for Henry Herringman at the Sign of the Anchor in the Lower-Walk of the New-Exchange, 1669. Book with inscription on verso of frontispiece.
Thomas Fuller The Church HistoryThomas Fuller The Church History of Britain; from the Birth of Jesus Christ Until the Year MDCXLVIII 1655 printed for John Williams at the sign of the Crown in St. Paul's Church-yard London folio (13 1/4 in. x 9 in.) bound by Hayday in full calf with gilt tooling and raised bands with copper-plate engraved plates including coat-of-arms Lichfieldensis Cathedral and folding plate of a bird's-eye-view of Canterbury.
17th century British needlework,17th century British needlework, two figures, soldier with tents in background, woman in court dress in front of buildings, oval panel surrounded by stylized flowers, insects and birds above lion and leopard, silk on silk ground, British, late 17th century, 17 x 21 in. (sight); wood frame. Extensive fading and browning to silk, approximately 1-1/2 x 6 in. area with losses of silk ground and some shattering, losses to embroidered elements, possible pest damage; frame with losses and chips.
John Hill (1770-1850) after P.J.John Hill (1770-1850) after P.J. de Loutherbourg - Coloured aquatint - ''Margate with the Arrival of the Hoy'' 13.5ins x 20ins published October 1st 1808 by I. & W. Macgavin No. 197 New Bond Street London in moulded frame and glazed and Joseph C. Stadler (fl. late 18th/early 19th Century) - Aquatint - ''Panoramic View of Rochester and Chatham'' 12ins x 20.5ins published June 1st 1795 by J. & J. Boydell Shakespeare Gallery Pall Mall and No. 90 Cheapside in moulded and gilt frame
HENRY POPPLE (B. MID-17TH C. DIED1743),MapHENRY POPPLE (B. MID-17TH C. DIED1743),Map of the British Empire in America, with French, Spanish, and Dutch Settlements. Printed in Amsterdam for Covens & C. Mortier. Hand colored. Right border shows close up details of harbors and West Indian ports. Sight size 20" x 22", overall in modern mat and frame 24" x30".
John Speed, 1627, The InvasionsJohn Speed, 1627, The Invasions of England and Ireland With Al their Civill Wars Since the Conquest", a Historical map of England, Wales and Ireland "Are to be solde by Thomas Basset in Fleet Street and Richard Chiswell in Churchyard", image 15" x 20 1/2", text on both leaves verso, a highly decorative detailed map, superbly engraved by Cornelius Danckertsz, The map shows the various invasions and internal battles from the Norman invasion in 1066 to 1588. The land battles are marked by opposing phalanxes of troops, the invasion places from Sea by attacking fleets Estimate $800-1,200
Colored engraving, After Whitcombe,Colored engraving, After Whitcombe, Capture of La Pique -January 5 1795 , engraved by Sutherland, published 1826 for J. Jenkins naval achievements, 8 1/2" x 12" Estimate $50-100
A late 16th/early 17th CenturyA late 16th/early 17th Century coloured engraving - ''Map of the Shyre of Kent divided into five lathes therof'' - Map of Kent showing London part of Surrey and Sussex 7.75ins x 14.25ins (Anonymous - thought to be the second state of the first separate printed map of Kent which was first published circa 1580. This example is probably issued circa 1625) in modern gilt moulded frame and glazed Provenance : O'Shea Gallery 89 Lower Sloane Street London SW1W 8DA
Fifteenth-Century Illuminated LiturgicalFifteenth-Century Illuminated Liturgical Manuscript Germany, mid 15th century, 89 parchment leaves with pricked vertical edges and rule lines sewn together to form a codex, Gothic textura quadrata text letters in black ink with red and blue rubrication, many decorated letters including 18 illuminated letters richly ornamented in polychrome colors and gold leaf, miniature depiction of Sudarium Christi (face of Christ on a cloth, from John 20:7), scattered marginalia in ink, 12-5/8 x 8-1/2 in.,
JOHN SPEED (1552-1629) FRANCE HandJOHN SPEED (1552-1629) FRANCE Hand coloured engraving: 28 x 24 in. (sight) Framed; published by George Humble London
A quantity of historic documentsA quantity of historic documents and ephemera including a document dated 1480 documents of the 16th and 17th century several Acts of Parliament of William III George II etc. 17/18th loan and payment documents including dated 1691 for services in Ireland dated 1710 signed Walpole dated 1729 signed Marlborough and Godolphin books of verses etc.
A Molteno Edward IV being introducedA Molteno Edward IV being introduced to Jane Shore stipple engraving
Two c. 1500 early printed pagesTwo c. 1500 early printed pages one on vellum with illumination 7 3/8'' h. x 4 3/4'' w.; along with two illutrated pages from an 18th C. English Gospel; an engraving after Raphael by I. Pavon; other 18th and 19th C. engravings including images of St. George; St. Cecilia; Interior of St. Peter's Basilica etc.
MANNER OF MICHELE FELICE CORNE.MANNER OF MICHELE FELICE CORNE. Landing at Plymouth. Oil on canvas laid to board. Inscriptions to bottom of board read "Landing of our forefathers at Plymouth, December 22, 1620". Verso reads "F.C. HUNT". From a Norwalk, CT estate. Dimensions: 21" h x 23" w. Condition: Craquelure. Minor scuffs and scratches. Dark Varnish difficult to determine earlier restoration.
Wenzel Hollar (1607-1677) afterWenzel Hollar (1607-1677) after Francis Cleyn (circa 1582-1658) - Engraving - Jupiter in a landscape with two birds 12ins x 7.5ins two others from the same series engraved by Plombart depicting a mythological scene and a battle 11.5ins x 7.5ins each and 17th/18th Century engraving - Ships being wrecked at sea whilst gods look on 10.25ins x 7.5ins all in modern frames and glazed
English Painting (ca. 1865-1870)English Painting (ca. 1865-1870) Clipper Ship Cornwallis Oil on canvas portrait of the three-master Cornwallis a British cargo ship that wrecked in the Pitcairn Islands in 1877 signed E.J.P.; 19.5 x 23.25 in. Estate of Thomas Fred Jackson II Augusta Kentucky Condition: Surface dirt. At one time canvas was restretched but never relined. Very light inpainting along perimeter and also very light touch-up to the sea.