- BASILIUS BESLER, HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS
BASILIUS BESLER, HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS (4)Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629)Four Besler Botanicals from the Hortus Eystettensis, circa 1613 (4)hand colored engravings on laid paper Later hand colored engravings from the first edition publish
- BASILIUS BESLER COPPER ENGRAVING, EARLY
BASILIUS BESLER COPPER ENGRAVING, EARLY 17TH C.Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), copper engraving, early 17th c. , Sparganium | Orobanche | Cicuta Maxima , in an ebonized stenciled frame, 15 1/2" x 20", frame - 32 1/4" x 28 1/2".
NO in-house shipping for this lot.
Condition:
Not examined out of frame. Center creases.
- BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629) 17TH C.
BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629) 17TH C. HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGBasilius Besler (1561-1629) 17th C. Hand Colored Engraving of Canna Indica Lutea Rubrus Maculis Punctata (Indian Shot Plant). Measures appx 19 1/2" x 16" sheet size, 26 1/2" x 23" framed. In good cond
- BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629) 17TH C.
BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629) 17TH C. HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGBasilius Besler (1561-1629) 17th C. Hand Colored Engraving of Tobacum Latifolium. Measures appx 19 1/2" x 16" sheet size, 26 1/2" x 23" framed. In good condition with small losses to frame.
- BESLER BOTANICAL HAND-COLORED LITHOGRAPHS,
BESLER BOTANICAL HAND-COLORED LITHOGRAPHS, 2 After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), "Cinera Cum Flore" & "Poma Aurantia nana dicta", hand-colored lithographs. Image: 19" H x 16" W; frame: 27" H x 24' W.
- BESLER BOTANICAL HAND-COLORED LITHOGRAPH
BESLER BOTANICAL HAND-COLORED LITHOGRAPH After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), "Lilium Cruentum Polyanthos", hand-colored lithograph. Image: 21.5" H x 18" W; frame: 30.75" H x 27.25" W.
- BASILIUS BESLER, (2) HAND-COLORED ENGRAVINGS
BASILIUS BESLER, (2) HAND-COLORED ENGRAVINGS Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), Campanula and Paeonia Mas Flore Purpureo, with Latin text verso, Campanula print gouache embellished, published by Hortus Eystettensis, Eichstatt and Nuremberg, engraved by Wolfgang Kilian, framed under glass, 19"h x 15"w (sight), 23"h x 19"w and 33"h x 39"w (frame)
- BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL
BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL ENGRAVINGFramed hand-colored copperplate engraving, botanical illustration from “Hortus Eystettensis” (The Garden at Eichstatt) by Basilius (Basil) Besler (Germany, 1561-1629), Symphytum flore pallido (white-flowered comfrey), Symphiitum maius flore purpureo (comfrey), Symphiitum maius flore rubro (mauve-flowered comfrey), sight: approx 18.5"h, 15.25"w, overall: approx 21.75"h, 18.5"w, 3.5lbs
- BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL
BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL ENGRAVINGFramed hand-colored copperplate engraving, botanical illustration from “Hortus Eystettensis” (The Garden at Eichstatt) by Basilius (Basil) Besler (Germany, 1561-1629), Amarantus Cristatus, Amarantus Spicatus, sight: approx 18.5"h, 15.25"w, overall: approx 21.75"h, 18.5"w, 3.5lbs
- BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL
BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL ENGRAVINGFramed hand-colored copperplate engraving, botanical illustration from “Hortus Eystettensis” (The Garden at Eichstatt) by Basilius (Basil) Besler (Germany, 1561-1629), Althaea Thuringiaca (Thuringian tree mallow), Cymbalaria folys bederaicis flore coeruleo (Kenilworth ivy or ivy-leaved toadflax), Clematissive Visrna Vulgi Lobely (Traveler's joy), sight: approx 18.5"h, 15.25"w, overall: approx 21.75"h, 18.5"w, 3.5lbs
- BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL
BESLER 'HORTUS EYSTETTENSIS' BOTANICAL ENGRAVINGFramed hand-colored copperplate engraving, botanical illustration from “Hortus Eystettensis” (The Garden at Eichstatt) by Basilius (Basil) Besler (Germany, 1561-1629), Pulegium aquaticum spicatum (Horsemint), Mentha Crispa (Spearmint), Vritica Romana (Roman Nettle), sight: approx 18.5"h, 15.25"w, overall: approx 21.75"h, 18.5"w, 3.5lbs
- BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): CARYOPHYLL
BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): CARYOPHYLL , PLENUSLOETE RUBESCENS; AMERIUS PLENO RUNBRO FLORE; CAROPHYLLUS MULTIPLEX FLORE ALBO; AND CARYPHYLLUS MAJORFour engravings with hand-coloring with text on the reverse.
All 18 3/4 x 15 3/4 in. (sight), 28 x 24 1/2 in. (frame).
Condition
All with some pale staining and a few scattered foxmarks. Otherwise apparently in good condition. Not examined out of frame.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): HORTUS
BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): HORTUS EYSTETTENSIUS: EIGHT PLATESEight engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper, 1613.
All 20 x 16 1/4 in. (sight), 32 1/4 x 28 1/4 in. (frame).
Condition
All with margins and text on the reverse. Sedum examined others apparently in good condition. Not examined out of frame.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): CHAMAEIRIS
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): CHAMAEIRIS LATIFOLIAEngraving with hand-coloring on handmade paper, with text on the reverse; together with European School: Crinum bracteatum , engraving with hand-coloring on laid paper.
19 x 15 1/2 in. (sight), 25 x 21 3/4 in. (frame), 25 1/2 x 18 1/2 in. (sheet), 32 1/2 x 25 1/4 in. (frame).
Condition
Both with margins and staining. Chamaeiris with creases. Crinum with creases, losses, splits and tears. Not examined out of frame.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- BASILIUS BESLER MANNER BOTANICAL PRINTS,
BASILIUS BESLER MANNER BOTANICAL PRINTS, 2 Two botanical prints with hand-painted watercolor, one depicting clematis flowers, one depicting fruit, in the manner of Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), each housed under glass in gilt wood frames. Images: 12" H x 9.75" W; frames: 21.75" H x 17.75" W.
- BASILIUS BESLER, HAND COLORED ENGRAVING(1561-1629)
BASILIUS BESLER, HAND COLORED ENGRAVING(1561-1629) hand colored copper engraving c. 1613 featuring Colchicum, Saffron Crocuses. Text visible through sheet. Not examined out of frame. Frame size: 23 7/8" high, 20 1/2" wide. Property of a CT collector.
Condition:
Auction buying is wholesale and not the same as retail store or retail internet buying. There are no returns based on condition. Our auction items are mostly vintage, mostly from estates, and are not in perfect condition. The items are sold "as is", and we are acting as agents, not as principals. Accordingly, prospective buyers are entirely responsible for determining the physical condition of lots prior to and as a condition to bidding. Bidders are obligated to determine their level of interest in and value of the items based solely on their own review. To assist prospective bidders in this endeavor, we offer in person open-house preview days prior to the auction, and also provide written condition reports in response to emailed requests submitted to condition@woodburyauction.com at least two days prior to the auction. The printed catalog lot information is a best efforts presentation of our opinion, rendered on a time-sensitive schedule, and is provided for guidance only, without legal obligation, and does not constitute a "statement of fact". The absence of condition statements in a lot catalog entry does not mean that the item is in perfect condition or is without defects. Please understand that our duty is to present the items fairly for bidder consideration and that the bidder's duty is to make independent investigation of the condition of items before bidding.
- BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN 1561-1629) FOUR
BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN 1561-1629) FOUR BOTANICAL PRINT...BASILIUS BESLER (German 1561-1629) FOUR BOTANICAL PRINTS, NUREMBERG, CIRCA 1613, hand colored engravings on paper, delux and trade edition page fragments from Basilius Besler’s Hortus Eystettensis, "Ricinus Maior," Heinrich Ulrich (German active 1595-1621) engraver, hand inscribed in margin number 255; "Canna Indica Rubra," hand inscribed in margin number 328, verso "Secundus Ordo: Collectarum Plantarum Autumnalium;" "Sorgum Fructu Rubro," monogramed in plate "HL" engraver, verso, "Secundus Ordo Fol. 12, Celeberrimi Eystentten fis horti, icones plantarum Autumnalium...;" "Iris Latifolia Violaceo Colore Maior," S. Rauen engraver, with watermark, largest sheet: 22 1/8" x 17 1/4".
Condition:
Some toning, mild losses, wear and tear to edges, ironing, repairs, some foxing, handling creases, trimmed, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGAfter
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGAfter Basilius Besler (Germany 1561-1629) Hand Colored Engraving, circa 1613, "Narcissus Maior Flore Multiplice; Narcissus Sylvestris Stellatus; Narcissus Juncifoliu Lutens Flore Pleno"; Plate no. 50 from Hortus Eystettens.
Plate 18 ¾ in. x 15 ½ in. Framed 29 in. x 26 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.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER FOUR BOTANICAL
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER FOUR BOTANICAL STUDIES FROM HORTU...After Basilius Besler (Germany 1561-1629) Four Botanical Studies from Hortus Eystettensis Hand Colored Engravings , first published 1613, Nuremberg, titled “Cineraria Marina – Gnaphalium Latifolium Peregrinum”, “Caryophyllus Simplex Horten Sisversicolor”, “Chondrilla Sesamsides Dicta Coerulea Flore Completo”, and “Caryophillus Flore Minrepleno Rubescens Punctatus”, all in French mats and gold leafed frames.
Sight 19 ¾ in. x 16 in. Framed 28 ½ in. x 24 ¾ in.
Provenance: Property of a Lady, Greenwich, CT
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.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED ENGRAVING,
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED ENGRAVING, CIRCA 161...After Basilius Besler (Germany 1561-1629) Hand Colored Engraving, circa 1613, "Lilium Album, Scapus Lily and Lilium Byzantinum Flore Multiplici", from Hortus Eystettensis, in molded giltwood frame, ecru silk mat and gilt slip.
19 ¾ in. x 16 in. Framed 29 ¾ in. x 25 ¼ in.
Provenance: Collection of Gail and Rich Mellin
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.
- THREE AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED
THREE AFTER BASILIUS BESLER HAND COLORED TULIP ENGRAVIN...Three After Basilius Besler (German 1561-1629) Hand Colored Tulip Engravings , in molded gilt frames
7.5 in. x 9.5 in. Framed 13.75 in. x 15.75 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.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER COLORED BOTANICAL
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER COLORED BOTANICAL ENGRAVING OF TU...After Basilius Besler (German 1561-1629) Colored Botanical Engraving of Tulips, in antiqued molded wood frame
19 in. x 16 in. Framed 28.5 in. x 25.5 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.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER THREE COPPERPLATE
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER THREE COPPERPLATE ENGRAVINGS WITH...After Basilius Besler (1561-1629) Three Copperplate Engravings with Hand Coloring, comprising: "Narcissus Nobilis Orientalis Polyanthos Mixtus", "Narcissus Albus Maximus Calice Luteo Brevi" and "Paeonia Mas Flore Albo", published in Hortus Eystettensis, Eichstatt & Nurnberg, 1713, in gold leafed frames with incised details, French mats
19.5 in. x 16 in. Framed 34.25 in. x 30.25 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.
- SET OF SIX BASILIUS BESLER (1561 - 1629)
SET OF SIX BASILIUS BESLER (1561 - 1629) BOTANICAL CELE...Set of Six Basilius Besler (1561 - 1629) Botanical Celeberrimo Eystettensis campanula minor sylvestris flore caeruleo consolida regalis arvensis flore simplici violaceo, and paeonia flore simplici; narciffus; tulipa sight size 19 1/2" x 16" Provenance: Estate of William and Teresa Patton, Lake Ave Greenwich, Connecticut
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- IN THE MANNER OF BASILIUS BESLER, 'TULIPA
IN THE MANNER OF BASILIUS BESLER, 'TULIPA AUREI COLORIS...In the Manner of Basilius Besler, 'Tulipa Aurei Coloris', engraving on paper with hand coloring, titled in plate along the lower edge, sight size 18" x 8".
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- TWO PIECE LOT TO INCLUDE AN AFTER BASILIUS
TWO PIECE LOT TO INCLUDE AN AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERM...Two piece lot to include an After Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), "Pfeudofy Comorus" , oversized digital botanical print, sheet size 45 1/2" x 30 1/2", along with after Neuman & Dinglinger "Chronological chart of American history", oversized framed digital print, Provenance: David and Cynthia Kim, 22 Stoney Wylde Lane, Greenwich, Connecticut. View home by visiting: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/22-Stoney-Wylde-Ln-Greenwich-CT-06830/177238281_zpid/.
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- TWO AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561
TWO AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629), DIGITA...Two After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), digital prints, "Hemerocallis Calcedonia Polyanthos" and "Scapus Cum Bulbo," both in matching mirrored frames, 20 1/2" x 16 1/2", Provenance: David and Cynthia Kim, 22 Stoney Wylde Lane, Greenwich, Connecticut. View home by visiting: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/22-Stoney-Wylde-Ln-Greenwich-CT-06830/177238281_zpid/.
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629), "MALUS PUN...After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), "Malus Punica Flore Simplici", engraving on paper with hand coloring, sight size 18 1/2" x 15 1/2".
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- GROUP OF TWO AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN,
GROUP OF TWO AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629...Group of Two After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), "Dorea Narbonensium" circa 1613 and "Colus Iovis" circa 1613, both engraving with hand coloring on paper, sight sizes 19" x 15 1/4" and 19 1/2" x 16", as is with small tears to Dorea.
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629), MALAU ARBO...After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), Malau Arborescens, circa 1613, engraving hand coloring on paper, sight size 19" x 15 1/2".
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629), TULIPA GLO...After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), Tulipa Globosa Serotina Aurico Lou Punctulata, circa 1613, engraving with hand coloring on paper, sight size 19" x 15 1/2".
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER (GERMAN, 1561 - 1629), TULIPAEX P...After Basilius Besler (German, 1561 - 1629), Tulipaex Purpura Rosea Persica (Tulips), circa 1613, hand colored engraving on paper, sight size 19 1/2" x 16".
Condition:
All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
- PAIR OF BOTANICALS AFTER BESLERPAIR
PAIR OF BOTANICALS AFTER BESLERPAIR OF BOTANICALS AFTER BESLER
Parietaria sylvestris, Cataputia vulgaris, & Nummularia and Valeriana Greca flore albo, Valeriana major, & Valeriana Greca flore coeruleo
Two botanical lithographs with the Latin names, after Basilius Besler (Hortus Eystettensis), the book plate verso, headed "Celeberrimi Eystettensis" visible through both. Identically matted behind glass in silvered frames.
Sights: 20 x 16 in. (50.80 x 40.64 cm.), frames: 27 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. (69.85 x 59.69 cm.)
The Wallace Estate: Lee Renfrew Wallace and her husband Mahlon Brookings Wallace III lived an extremely happy and luxurious life filled with world travels, safaris, collecting, and philanthropy. From backgrounds in race-horse breeding and championship cattle ranching, the socialite couple paid homage to the St. Louis area community in a variety of ways.
Mr. Wallace served as Director of Commerce Bank, President of the St. Louis Zoo Friends Board, and was charitable to numerous organizations he believed in. Behind every great man is a better woman, and his wife Lee was renowned for being the glue of the family while she warmly served as Director of Development for local educational institutions and made an impact with her lasting spirit. The couple’s art collection ranges in style and period and spans a broad price-point.
- AFTER BASILIUS BESLER "CONIZA MINOR"
AFTER BASILIUS BESLER "CONIZA MINOR" ENGRAVING After Basilius Besler "Coniza Minor" hand-colored engraving, not inspected outside of frame. Image: 17.25" H x 7" W; 22.75" H x 12.25" W x 1.25" D.
- BASILIUS BESLER, (2) ENGRAVINGS Basilius
BASILIUS BESLER, (2) ENGRAVINGS Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), Hortus Eystettensis, c. 1613, (2) hand-colored engravings, 20" h x 16" w, framed and glazed
- BASILIUS BESLER, (5) BOTANICAL PRINTS
BASILIUS BESLER, (5) BOTANICAL PRINTS Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629), hand-colored engravings from Horus Eystettensis, 1613-1640, includes: "Horminum Hortense / Horminum Syriacum", "Helianthemum flore luteo / Eringium marinum" / Helianthemum flore albo", "Colchicum album et rubrum / Sedum arborescens / Colchicum mixtum Autumnale", "Nerion flore rubro / Fructus Nery", and "Canna Indica lutea rubris maculis punctata", approx. 20"h x 15.5"w (sight), 26.25"h x 21"w (frames)