A few examples of appraisal values for
1796

• DAVID ROBERTS, FOUR DAVID ROBERTS LITHOGRAPHSDavid
  DAVID ROBERTS, FOUR DAVID ROBERTS LITHOGRAPHSDavid Roberts(Scottish, 1796-1864)Four David Roberts lithographs (from The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt, and Nubia)lithographs in tint and hand coloring on heavy wove paperlot includes four
• PAUL VERNON, THREE GIRLS IN A WOODLANDPaul
  PAUL VERNON, THREE GIRLS IN A WOODLANDPaul Vernon (French, 1796-1875)Three girls in a woodlandoil on panelsigned lower left Paul Vernon15 1/2 x 12 1/2in (39 x 32cm)
• SILK ON LINEN SAMPLER, DATED 1796Silk
  SILK ON LINEN SAMPLER, DATED 1796Silk on linen sampler, dated 1796, wrought by Maria ___ , retaining a period painted frame, 18 1/4" x 14 1/4". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Good with a couple minor losses to stitching.
• THREE FLAX HATCHELS, DATED 1796, 1811,
  THREE FLAX HATCHELS, DATED 1796, 1811, AND 1825Three flax hatchels, dated 1796 , 1811 , and 1825 , 12 1/4" l. Condition: As expected wear consistent with age and use.
• A CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN TEAPOT.Qianglong
  A CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN TEAPOT.Qianglong (1735-1796).Painted with fishing village landscape, bordered with various blossoming flowers. 11 x 17.5cm More Information AF - missing knop, and small chip to spout.
• The personal pocket Bible of Samuel
  The personal pocket Bible of Samuel Marsden, written in the front pages "Samuel Marsden's Windsor New South Wales, Dec 1 of 1827". Later written Harriet Marsden's Windsor New South Wales March 29th 1835. The Gift of her Father SM? The bible was printed in 1808.Samuel Marsden (1796-1854) came to Australia in 1821 on The Westmorland with his wife and daughter Harriet who was born on the Ship. Samuel's brother Thomas married Jane Catherine a Daughter of Rev Marsden, both Samuel and Thomas Marsden where cousins of the Rev Samuel Marsden.Harriet married Anthony Hordern of the retail firm Anthony Hordern Sydney, with this lot are photo's of both Harriet and Anthony, Harriet Died in Italy aged 52 (1820-1872) and Anthony died Sydney aged 56 (1819-1876), approx 14cm H x 8cm W. Provenance: Directly from the Hordern Family
• MATCHED PAIR OF HUSBAND & WIFE PORTRAITSattributed
  MATCHED PAIR OF HUSBAND & WIFE PORTRAITSattributed to Jacob Maentel ca. 1812-1825; both finely executed watercolor side profile portraits depicted standing on Maentel's trait raised hill of grass, the portraits named for "John Philip Imboden (1774-1849)" and wife "Elizabeth Miller Imboden (1774-1862)" on reverse; each dressed in black early 19th century garb, Elizabeth wearing a lace bonnet and holding a single rose, John with double breasted tailcoat with light gray vest and high collar shirt, framed in triple bead molded corner block frames under old wavy glass, 10"x 12 1/2" each; [Note: John Philip Imboden was born in Lancaster Co. and moved to Annville, PA. He married Elizabeth around 1796. Both are buried in Reformed Cemetery, Annville, PA]; Condition: each has some minor water damage
• FRAMED BOOKPLATE SIZE BIRTH RECORD BY
  FRAMED BOOKPLATE SIZE BIRTH RECORD BY JOHANNES S.ca. 1796 dated; colorful geometric checkerboard diamond shaped textbox with eagle on top, originally appears as a bookplate, possibly a reward of merit or favor containing name Margetha Freyin (Frey) born June 1796 in 4th hour afternoon and signed by artist who was a listed schoolmaster in Berks, Franklin & Northumberland Co., PA and two counties in Virginia, framed in a modern painted corner block frame, 7 1/2"x 10 1/4" framed; Condition: professionally restored with photo records of pre-restoration, note on reverse "1763 Saur Bibel" (evidently where it was found), paper addition during restoration
• GEORGE CATLIN (1796-1872), BUFFALO HUNT,
  GEORGE CATLIN (1796-1872), BUFFALO HUNT, ON SNOW SHOES Title: George Catlin (1796-1872), Buffalo Hunt, On Snow Shoes Medium: lithograph on paper Dimensions: 13 x 18 1/2 Framed dimensions: 23 x 27 x 7/8
• George III Silver Brandy Ladle, London,
  George III Silver Brandy Ladle, London, 1796 length 13.8 in — 35 cm
• George III Silver Pierced Basket, Peter
  George III Silver Pierced Basket, Peter and Ann Bateman, London, 1796 length 14.1 in — 35.7 cm
• A COLLECTION OF SEVEN H & R DANIEL SHREWSBURY
  A COLLECTION OF SEVEN H & R DANIEL SHREWSBURY SHAPE SLOP BOWLS including bowls in pattern 4343, pattern 4757, pattern 4592, pattern 4237, pattern 4691, pattern D171 and another similar, possibly pattern D132, all with white grounds variously decorated with flowers and gilt banding, the tallest 8.5cm high Provenance: The Beardmore Collection, nos. 269, 2043, 310, 2277, 1796, 197 and 1578.
• A George III pierced silver armorial
  A George III pierced silver armorial fish slice, silver hafted, by William Abdy, London 1796 More Information Slight scratches consistent with age. Haft partly dislodged, not loose. No splits or repair
• JAMES TASSIE (BRITISH, 1735-1799) "GEM"
  JAMES TASSIE (BRITISH, 1735-1799) "GEM" PROFILE PORTRAIT OF COUNT RUMFORD, 1796 White glass paste relief plaque, signed and dated.
• AFTER JEAN FRAN?OIS THEODORE GECHTER
  AFTER JEAN FRAN?OIS THEODORE GECHTER (FRENCH, 1796-1844) GREYHOUND/WHIPPET 19th century, patinaed bronze. Signed 'T. Gechter'.
• ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM FISK, OIL ON CANVASAttributed
  ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM FISK, OIL ON CANVASAttributed to William Fisk (British 1796-1872) , oil on canvas titled Hounds and Falcons , 19" x 25 1/2". Provenance: Christie's, May 24, 1990, lot 5. NO in-house shipping for this lot. Condition: Relined. A few touch-ups including a repaired tear down center.
• LEWIS MILLER FRAKTURLewis Miller (York
  LEWIS MILLER FRAKTURLewis Miller (York County, Pennsylvania 1796-1882) , watercolor and ink on paper drawing, dated July 6, 1863 , for his niece Ellen , with words of wisdom and drawing of a figure with musical instruments, etc., 19 1/2" x 7 3/4". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.
• CHINESE QING ENAMEL KETTLE, STAND, &
  CHINESE QING ENAMEL KETTLE, STAND, & PITCHERChinese Qing enamel kettle on warming stand and pitcher, with finely painted floral panels, Qianlong period (1736-1796); pitcher 9 1/2" h. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Each with an area of loss to enamel. Crazing. Discoloration. Wear consistent with age and use.
• WOOL ON LINEN SAMPLER, DATED 1796Wool
  WOOL ON LINEN SAMPLER, DATED 1796Wool on linen sampler, dated 1796 , wrought by Elizabeth Banes, frame - 18" x 14". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Scattered losses, mostly to border.
• ART NOUVEAU BRONZE SCULPTUREJean-Claude
  ART NOUVEAU BRONZE SCULPTUREJean-Claude Bonnefond (1796 - 1860) Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture of a Nymph on a Lily Pad. Signed. Measures 7-3/8" x 7-1/2" x 5-1/4". Condition: Good condition. Estimate 100.00 - 600.00 Domestic shipp
• WILLIAM H. PRESCOTT HANDWRITTEN LETTER
  WILLIAM H. PRESCOTT HANDWRITTEN LETTER WITH SIGNATUREWilliam H. Prescott (1796-1859), American Historian. Handwritten letter dated September 4 (no year), with signature / autograph. Image included.
• Antoine Louis-Barye (French, 1796-1875) Stag bronze signed
  Antoine Louis-Barye (French, 1796-1875) Stag bronze signed on the base Height 17 1/2 x width 17 x depth 7 inches.
• Louis Haghe (British, 1806-1885) Approach
  Louis Haghe (British, 1806-1885) Approach of the Simoon-Desert of Gizeh [Giza]after David Roberts (British, 1796-1864) color lithograph Image: 13 1/4 x 19 1/4 inches.
• CHINESE BLUE & GILT DRAGON BOWL, QIANLONG
  CHINESE BLUE & GILT DRAGON BOWL, QIANLONG PERIOD A Chinese blue ground gilt dragon bowl, Qianlong mark and of the period (17735-1796). White interior with cobalt blue ground exterior and two gilt dragons chasing flaming pearl ,amongst firing clouds. six character mark on deeply recessed base D. 6 7/8" (17.4 cm), H. 3 1/4" (8.2 cm) Collection of a private Connecticut Collector Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in good condition with rubbing to the gilding
• CHINESE EXPORT FIGURAL DISH ,18TH C.
  CHINESE EXPORT FIGURAL DISH ,18TH C. A Chinese export figural dish, dating from the Qianlong period (1735-1796). The export dish features a seated man in a courtyard being tended to by two females and a boy. A beauty looks on the scene from a window. Decorated sides with four panels of nature. D. 8 1/8" (20.6 cm) Provenance: Sotheby's New York, according to the label Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: two restored area to the rim with hairline
• CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE ROSE FIGURAL
  CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE ROSE FIGURAL DISH, 18TH C. A Chinese export famille rose dish, dating from the Qianlong period (1735-1796). Dish has wide, flat bottom and short, angular sides. Central design of a beauty at a table surrounded by attendants, and a small dog in the foreground. Sides have four groupings of red floral design. D. 4 1/2" (11.5 cm) Provenance: Sotheby's New York Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in good condition with a small chip extended with a faint hairline to the rim
• AFTER JEAN-BAPTISTE-CAMILLE COROT LITHOGRAPHAfter
  AFTER JEAN-BAPTISTE-CAMILLE COROT LITHOGRAPHAfter Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot (France, 1796-1875). Lithograph, Morning The Dance of the Nymphs. 9 1/4" x 12 3/4" (with frame 21 3/8" x 24 1/4"). Print loose in frame, edges of sheet cut down, scraps of paper and parts of mat loose under glass, scratches and chips to frame.
• AUDUBON BOOKS OF ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR
  AUDUBON BOOKS OF ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS Audubon Books of Original Watercolor Paintings, original edition, Library of Congress no. 66-17962, reproduced in color by New York Historical Society; Published by American Heritage Publishing Co. Both books in mint condition
• A GEORGE III SILVER TEA CADDY, ROBERT
  A GEORGE III SILVER TEA CADDY, ROBERT AND DAVID II HENNELL, LONDON, CIRCA 1796, THE OVAL FLUTED FORM DIVIDED INTO TWO SECTIONS WITH... A George III Silver tea caddy, Robert and David II Hennell, London, circa 1796, the oval fluted form divided into two sections with twin lift tops, each side and end, centering an engraved leafy wreath, enclosed by twin engraved gadrooned neck and foot bands, a key hole at each end, 5"h x 6.5"w x 4.5"d, 17 ozt
• DAVID ROBERTS, LEATHER BOUND SKETCHBOOK,
  DAVID ROBERTS, LEATHER BOUND SKETCHBOOK, 1800S Sketchbook of David Roberts (Scotland 1796-1864), a Scottish painter. Book with five sketches, three of which are signed D. Roberts. First is a one page showing two boats with a background of a large mountain, was drawn from a boat. Second is a two page pencil drawing of Naples Italy, taken aboard the Harriet in 1844. Third is a study of cows and a donkey signed. Fourth is a two page pencil drawing of Florence, Italy as seen from the countryside and is signed. The fifth and final sketch shows unknown buildings on one page. Sketchbook is fully leather bound with ornate gilt titling on the front, back and spine. Latch present. Key not present.
• THOMAS PAINE, WRITINGS INCLUDING COMMON
  THOMAS PAINE, WRITINGS INCLUDING COMMON SENSE Leather bound sammelband containing works by Thomas Paine. Many works published at different times have been collected into one volume. Book is fully bound in leather with gilt titling and decoration. Marbled end papers. Included works are: Rights of Man: Being an Answer to Mr. Burke's Attack on the French Revolution, Part 1 - 1795, J.S. Jordan. Rights of Man; Part the Second Combining Principle and Practice - 1792, J.S. Jordan. Letter Addressed to the Addressers on the Late Proclamation - 1792, H.D. Symonds. Dissertation on First Principles of Government - London, Printed for the Proprietors. A Letter to George Washington on the Subject of The Late Treaty Concluded Between Great Britain and the United States of America, Including Other Matters - 1797, T. Williams. Agrarian Justice, Opposed to Agrarian Law, and to Agrarian Monopoly, Being a plan for Meliorating the Condition of Man, by Creating in Every Nation A National Fund - 1797, T. Williams. The Decline and Fall of the English System of Finance - 1796, T. Williams. Two Letters to Lord Onslow, Lord Lieutenant of the County of Surry: and one to Mr. Henry Dundas, Secretary of State, on the Subject of the Late Excellent Proclamation First Published in the Patriotic Paper of The Argus - 1792, James Ridgway (sixth edition). A Letter to the Earl of Shelburne, Now Marquis of Lansdowne, on His Speech, July 10, 1782, Respecting the Acknowledgement of American Independence - 1791, J. Ridgway. Reasons For Wishing to Preserve the Life of Louis Capet - James Ridgway. Common Sense; Addressed to the Inhabitants of America - 1792, H.D. Symonds. A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal, on the Affairs of North-America - 1795, J. Ridgway. Prospects on the War and Paper Currency of Great Britain - 1793, James Ridgway.
• US CONSTITUTION FROM BOOK SET, RICHARD
  US CONSTITUTION FROM BOOK SET, RICHARD FOWELL US Constitution. Published by Authority, Philadelphia, 1796. Originally published as a three-volume book set by Richard Fowell, these pages were taken from that set and include an early printing of the Constitution. Previously bound, these pages are currently not bound together. Contains pages 5-22.
• REVOLUTIONARY WAR, INDEPENDENCE HALL
  REVOLUTIONARY WAR, INDEPENDENCE HALL PAY DOCUMENT Revolutionary War pay order for repairs to the Assembly Room of the Statehouse, later to be named Independence Hall. ADS, 1 page. Dated February 13, 1779 in Philadelphia to State Treasurer David Rittenhouse (1732-1796), famous astronomer and clockmaker. To pay Charles Schultz on order sixty pounds, two shillings and six pence, in full for sundry iron work for the Assembly Room. Darkly signed by John Bayard (1738-1807), as Speaker of the House of the Assembly. Schultz receipt at lower right. Both Bayard and Rittenhouse were members of the Committee of Safety and the Constitutional Convention. Bayard was a member of the Sons of Liberty and as Colonel served at the Battles of Brandywine, Germantown and Princeton. The fledgling American government returned to the State house in July 1778 after the British occupation seven months earlier. The State house later became known as Independence Hall due to the keen interest shown by the Marquis de Lafayette in his visit to Philadelphia during his farewell tour in 1824, wanting to see the 'Hall of Independence' which he deemed sacred to the cause of liberty. The Assembly Room to which this document refers, so important to American history, is pictured on the reverse side of the US two-dollar bill, from the original painting by John Trumbull entitled 'Declaration of Independence.'
• DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE, RICHARD
  DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE, RICHARD FOLWELL, 1796 Declaration of Independence, printed by Richard Folwell in Philadelphia, 1796. Taken from "The Laws of the United States of America" published in 1796. The text to the Declaration is followed by 13 signers, in print, headed by John Hancock as President of the Continental Congress.
• LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,
  LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, PRINTED 1796 The Laws of the United States of America, Volume 3 only. Published by Authority in 1796. Printed by Richard Folwell. Volume 3 of a very early printing of The Laws of the United States of America. Published while George Washington was still president. Brown leather binding. Gilt titling on a field of red on the spine. 8vo. 477pp with index.
• GEORGE WASHINGTON, OFFICIAL LETTERS
  GEORGE WASHINGTON, OFFICIAL LETTERS VOLUME 2, 1796 Official Letters to the Honorable American Congress, Written During the War Between the United Colonies and Great Britain, By His Excellency George Washington, Commander in Chief of the Continental Forces, Now, President of the United States. Volume 2. Published 1796 by Manning and Loring, Boston. Second Boston edition. Book is bound in tan leather with gilt titling on the spine on a label. 12mo. 356pp.