- Grace A. Paull (American, b. 1898)
Grace A. Paull (American, b. 1898) "Up-State Village" lithograph signed and dated in pencil "Grace Paull /48" lr, titled ll 10 x 13", framed
- 35-Star American Flag Signed Dr.
35-Star American Flag Signed Dr. L.B. Putnam 1866 Wool bunting 72.5 x 115 in. with 35 hand-sewn single-applique cotton stars configured in 6/6/6/5/6/6 horizontal rows. The fly is constructed of 13 machine-stitched wool bunting stripes. The canvas hoist includes 3 whip-stitched eyelets and is signed along the lower margin on front and top right on back Dr. L.B. Putnam 1866. Historical records list a Dr. L. B. Putnam (1827-1895) who was the grandson of Gideon Putnam an early and prominent settler of Saratoga Springs New York. While the Saratoga Springs newspaper records L.B. Putnam's participation in efforts to welcome back the 30th New York Regiment from the Civil War no records have been found at this time to indicate Dr. Putnam serving at Shiloh or during the Civil War. Dr. Putnam appears to have been a dentist with a store in Saratoga Springs NY. The flag was obtained from a Florida estate.
- HAND DRAWN FAMILY TREE NAMING MASSACHUSETTS
HAND DRAWN FAMILY TREE NAMING MASSACHUSETTS PATRIOT GENERAL ISRAEL PUTNAM Pen and ink on vellum, late 19th century, inscribed lower right, Drawn by C D Rathbone / Bellvue O 1889, all names emanating from that of "John Putnam, Salem, Mass 1634," with General Putnam named on the trunk just above the lower branches; framed with an engraving of Putnam on a galloping horse, and a somewhat later photograph of his home. In wooden frame behind a green linen mat.
- SAYING GRACE BY NORMAN ROCKWELL
SAYING GRACE BY NORMAN ROCKWELL Lithograph in colors on woven paper, depicting woman and young boy with their heads bowed in prayer, others in the diner looking on, after the painting commissioned for the 1951 Thanksgiving issue of The Saturday Evening Post, penciled signed lower right and marked 180/200 in lower left, unframed; plate 28"H 26.5"W sheet 32"H 29"W
- WATERCOLOR, ISRAEL PUTNAM After
WATERCOLOR, ISRAEL PUTNAM After J. Wilkinson (American, 18th century), "Israel Putnam Major General of the Connecticut Forces, and Commander in Chief at the Engagement on Bunkers Hill Near Boston, 1775," watercolor, unsigned, overall (with frame): 16.5"h x 12.5"w. Provenance: Estate of Joanna Barnes and Jack Warner (Santa Barbara, California). Ms. Barnes was a Hollywood film actress featured in movies such as "Auntie Mame (1958)" and "The Parent Trap (1961)". Mr. Warner was a prominent architect.
- PUTNAM CALLED FROM THE PLOW BY
PUTNAM CALLED FROM THE PLOW BY JOHN WARD DUNSMORE (MICHIGAN/MASSACHUSETTS 1856-1945). Oil on canvas initialed lower right. Study of messenger and Putnam. 12''h. 16''w. in a frame 20''h. 24''w.
- GRACE HARTIGAN, JAMES SCHUYLER,
GRACE HARTIGAN, JAMES SCHUYLER, "SALUTE" James Schuyler, "Salute", illustrated with 4 screenprints by Grace Hartigan, Tiber Press, New York, 1960, hardcover in acetate jacket, number XXII of XXV reserve copies, not signed by author or artist, 18"h x 14.5"w
- JOHN SINGER SARGENT, (AMERICAN,
JOHN SINGER SARGENT, (AMERICAN, 1856-1925), PREPARATORY SKETCH: GRACE ELVINA, MARCHIONESS CURZON OF KEDLESTON, 1924, PENCIL ON PAPER, SHEET: 10 3/4 X 9 IN., SIGHT: 10 1/4 X 8 1/4 IN., FRAME: 19 X 17 1/2 IN.JOHN SINGER SARGENT (American, 1856-1925) Grace Elvina, Marchioness Curzon of Kedleston 1924, pencil on paper inscribed J.S. 149 lower left sheet: 10 3/4 x 9 in., sight: 10 1/4 x 8 1/4 in., frame: 19 x 17 1/2 in. 1924, pencil on paper Dimensions: sheet: 10 3/4 x 9 in., sight: 10 1/4 x 8 1/4 in., frame: 19 x 17 1/2 in. Provenance: Provenance: John Singer Sargent, 1924; Emily and Violet Sargent, 1925; Grand Central Art Galleries, New York (possibly by 1928), accompanied by bill of sale from the galleries dated November 18, 1959; Private Collection. Literature: This work has been examined by the John Singer Sargent Catalogue Raisonne committee and has been accepted as a genuine work by John Singer Sargent. Sargent completed his oil portrait of Grace Elvina, Marchioness Curzon of Kedleston just three months before his death, and his depiction of Grace is imbued with a quiet forcefulness not seen in many of his later portraits. Her half turned head and straight posture contrast with the relaxed ease with which she rests her hand on her lap, grasping her luminous pearls. The strength of Grace's pose is evident in this preparatory drawing, as are her stern gaze and set jaw, all rendered with precise pencil strokes. The sketch also hints at Grace's attire, with the neckline of her gown and the horizontal edge of her camisole well-defined alongside the faint suggestion of the ethereal chiffon enveloping her form, and with a single line of pencil indicating her pearls. After Sargent's death in 1925, one third of the materials in his London studio came to the Grand Central Art Galleries in New York, and in 1928, the gallery held an exhibition of several hundred of Sargent's drawings. According to the exhibition catalogue, "Among the drawings left in the studio were found a large number of pencil sketches and tryouts for important pictures and portraits now well-known to the world...it was [Sargent's] habit to place his sitter in various positions, in different lights, making quick pencil sketches and studies so that the best in each individual might be brought out." This work was purchased from the Grand Central Galleries in 1959, and has remained in the same family since that time. It relates closely to another preparatory sketch in the RISD Collection (inscribed JS 148), and of course to the remarkable oil of Grace Elvina, Marchioness Curzon of Kedleston, now in New Hampshire's Currier Museum of Art. Condition: Uniform mat burn around all sides. Hinged at top edges with archival tape; with some older tape residue visible at top corners, verso.
- Grace Carpenter Hudson (American
Grace Carpenter Hudson (American 1865-1937) Girl with Indian Papoose oil on canvas signed G. Hudson (lower left) 14 x 14 inches.
- AFTER GRACE CARPENTER HUDSON (CA,
AFTER GRACE CARPENTER HUDSON (CA, 1865-1937), PAPOOSE Oil, likely on board, showing a child who is bound as a papoose; "Copyright 96" to lower left; the work presented in an elaborate gilt frame, the whole behind glass in a shadowbox carrying a prewar label from Venable's Fine Arts, Washington, D. C.
- MAJOR GENERAL ISRAEL PUTNAM SIGNED
MAJOR GENERAL ISRAEL PUTNAM SIGNED LETTER TO GOVERNOR JONATHAN TRUMBULL, SR., LEBANON, CONNECTICUT, APRIL 10, 1778 6 1/4 X 6 1/8 IN. (15.9 X 15.2 CM.)MAJOR GENERAL ISRAEL PUTNAM SIGNED LETTER TO GOVERNOR JONATHAN TRUMBULL, SR., LEBANON, CONNECTICUT, APRIL 10, 1778, [Americana] LS. Signed by Putnam as Major General, with text in a secretarial hand. Docket is in Governor Trumbull's hand. Transcription: "Lebanon [CT], April 10th 1778/ Sir/ I am directed by His Excellency Gen. Washington to superintend the forwarding on the Recruits from this state to join the Continental Army; and as I expect there will soon be a number assembled at New Haven, Hartford, & Norwich, for that purpose I have to request your excellency will give direction that they may be supplied with Clothing --/ I have the honor to be/ Your Excellency most Obedient Servant/ Israel Putnam MG', verso written '10th April 1778/Gen. Putnam & Clothing for recruits -' Catalogue note: Washington directed Putnam (National Archives Letter 29 March 1778) back to Connecticut while an Inquiry was carried out after the losses at the Battle of Forts Clinton and Montgomery (New York) in October 1777. Putnam went immediately to Lebanon to meet Governor Jonathan Trumbull, Sr. and established a winter encampment from 1778 to 1779. For a biography of Putnam see William Livingston's"Israel Putnam: Pioneer, Ranger, and Major-General, 1718-1790" (1901). Dimensions: 6 1/4 x 6 1/8 in. (15.9 x 15.2 cm.) Provenance: By descent through the Putnam-Brinley-Malbone Family to present owner.
- GRACE SPONGBERG (AMERICAN/ILLINOIS,
GRACE SPONGBERG (AMERICAN/ILLINOIS, 1906-1992)Grace Spongberg (American/Illinois, 1906-1992) , "French Quarter, New Orleans", 2 watercolors on paper, each signed lower right, one with label with artist and title, one with label with title on reverse of mat, 11 1/2 in. x 8 in. and 13 1/2 in. x 10 3/4 in., both matted ; together with Arthur W. Turner (American/Florida, 20th c.), "St. Anthony's Alley, New Orleans" and "Courtyard of The Cabildo, New Orleans", 2 etchings on paper, both pencil-signed, titled and numbered lower margin, 9 7/8 in. x 7 7/8 in.@@ ; together with Arthur W. Turner (American/Florida, 20th c.), "St. Anthony's Alley, New Orleans" and "Courtyard of The Cabildo, New Orleans", 2 etchings on paper, both pencil-signed, titled and numbered lower margin, 9 7/8 in. x 7 7/8 in. and 10 in. x 7 7/8 in., both matted, overall 14 in. x 10 in. to 20 in. x 16 in. (4 pcs.). Condition: Overall good to poor condition.
- Ray H. French (American, 1919-2000),
Ray H. French (American, 1919-2000), "South Putnam County-Autumn, Wm Conney Home", pastel; 10" x 14"; signed and dated 1986 lower right and titled verso.
- 1826 Samuel Griswold autograph
1826 Samuel Griswold autograph letter and document, "Directions for Using Your Gin" with handwritten letter in ink dated July 22, 1826 and addressed to E.M. Bayre(?) of Jasper County, Georgia, sent from Clinton, Georgia, boldly signed "Samuel Griswold", 14-1/8 x 8-1/2 in. Loose, toning, foxing, fading, creases, wax seal remnant verso.
- PRINT GENL. GRANT & HIS FAMILY.
PRINT GENL. GRANT & HIS FAMILY. Family portrait engraved on paper by John Sartain Philadelphia after a 1868 painting by William Cogswell. In a frame 33''h. 27''w.
- Grace Veronica Kelly (American
Grace Veronica Kelly (American Cleveland School 1877-1950) "Street in Sligo". Watercolor on paper signed in the lower right corner apprx. sight size 17-1/2" x 24" matted and framed under glass overall apprx. 26" x 31-3/4". Several labels verso including: 1934 Ohio State Fair Art Department SEventh Traveling Exhibition of Water Colors by Cleveland Artists 1934 The Cleveland Museum of Art the 1934 May Show Cleveland Museum of Art (Honorable Mention for Watercolor) Cleveland Art Association typed label and others (see detail photographs).
- Grace McFarren (American 20th c.)
Grace McFarren (American 20th c.) watercolor of Walker's Mill 22" x 30" together with a reproduction of an Audubon print 12" x 18". ?
- A Vanity Fair ''Spy'' coloured
A Vanity Fair ''Spy'' coloured lithograph - ''Cricket'' - Portrait of W.G. Grace published by Vincent Brocks Day & Sons Lithographers and dated June 9th 1877 12.25ins x 7.25ins and five other Vanity Fair ''Spy'' coloured lithographs and prints of cricketing interest - ''Father'' (Mr C.M. Wells) ''Monkey'' dated August 15th 1891 ''The Demon Bowler'' dated July 13th 1878 ''Tom'' (T. Hayward) and one other all in gilt frames and glazed
- 1846 Connecticut sampler, 12-line
1846 Connecticut sampler, 12-line alphabet and verse sampler with white house, "Grace Victoria Dowd/Aged Eight 1846" flanked by two potted plants, lower panel "Cynthia S. Griswold Instructress" above four stylistic trees, all with strawberry vine border, silk on linen, 16 x 16-1/2in. (sight); mahogany stained wood frame with gilt cove molding. Fading, browning, not examined out of frame. Collection of Dr. Richard Fulton Kieffer, Asheville, North Carolina.
- 1777 RESOLUTION TO EXTEND GRACE,
1777 RESOLUTION TO EXTEND GRACE, IMPORTANTHistorically significant document, one of only a couple of dozen handwritten copies circulated to New York counties in 1777. This was a resolution to accept people back into the good graces of the United States who had previously turned against it. Measures 12-3/4" x 8". Archival tape repairs straight across one fold and at the ends of another fold. Irregular 1/2" chip/tear along side, not affecting text on obverse, but affecting some words on the reverse. Signed at the end by John McKesson, Secretary of the New York Provincial Congress. A fascinating piece, which reads, in part: "Whereas divers persons, inhabitants of this state have for notorious disaffection to the Liberties of America ... been sent into ... one of the neighboring states ... and whereas divers of the said persons have by their humble petition to this convention prayed to be admitted as liege subjects of this state testifying their determined resolution to exert their utmost endeavors in its defence ... whereas this convention is at all times desirous of restoring to society all those members who have not by their crimes rendered themselves unworthy of being partakers in the exalted Privileges of Freemen ... Resolved that the commissioners appointed within this state to enquire into, detect and defeat all Plots and Conspiracies against the Rights and Liberties of America within this state ... they hereby are directed and impowered to send for all such persons ... excepting those who are charged with taking up arms against the United States, with enlisting men for the service of the Enemy ... supplying them with Provision or conveying Intelligence to them, and that they do tender to each of them an Oath, or if they be of the People called Quakers, an affirmation, that he will bear true faith and Allegiance to the State of New York, that he will discover all Plots and Conspiracies which may come to his knowledge against the said state or the United States of America ..." (Full text of this document can be found in the first volume of the Journals of the Provincial Congress of New York, accessible via Google Books. A copy of the page will be included with the document.)
Provenance: Obtained directly from a collection of historical paper items -- from the Ashfield, Skaats and McNeal families of New York -- none of which has ever been offered for sale. Several lots of these papers, including historically important pieces, are being offered in today's auction. The family, represented in several of the items in the collection, owned land directly adjacent to Wall Street, and some of the pieces refer to these parcels.
- Grace Carpenter Hudson painting,
Grace Carpenter Hudson painting, "Tsy" (blue jay), 1907, Pomo child gazing at blue jay on branch over creek, No. 310 in The Painter lady: Grace Carpenter Hudson , Searles R. Boynton, Published by Interface California Corporation, 1978 (book accompanies lot), signed lower left "G. Hudson" and verso "G. Hudson/Ukiah CAL/310", oil on artist board, 7 x 5 in.; modern gilt wood and composition French style frame. Recent cleaning and revarnishing, abrasion center, retouch above signature at "Copyright by", craquelure, trimmed.
- CIVIL WAR PASSPORT FOR AUTHOR GRACE
CIVIL WAR PASSPORT FOR AUTHOR GRACE KINGCivil War Passport for Family of Noted New Orleans Author Grace King, partially printed document, dated from New Orleans, October 1, 1862, granting "Mrs. Wm. King, seven children, and five servants, and personal baggage to go to the Parish of Iberville-and take 2 bbls. Flour, Box soap, Box candles, Box wine, Box sundries", under orders of Maj. Gen. Butler, 12 in. x 8 in.; together with a four page manuscript letter by Mrs. William King, dated October 6, 1862, detailing the trials of packing up and leaving "this miserable beleaguered city"
- GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA,
GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA, 20TH C.)Grace T. Granger (American/Louisiana, 20th c.), "Portraits of Edward Avery McIlhenny (1872-1949)", ink and graphite on paper and graphite on tracing paper, one signed lower left, inscribed lower right and pencil-inscribed with sitter name en verso, with handwritten label with artist and sitter, 17 3/4 in. x 13 3/4 in. and 17 in. x 13 3/8 in. both unframed. (2 pcs.) Condition: Overall fair to poor condition.
- Ornately framed color photo print
Ornately framed color photo print of Ulysses S. Grant with "From the Appomattox Class 1865" below image and with Greek verse translating to "I Will Make It" above. 16.5"x13.5"
- 1833 PETER PARLEY SAMUEL GRISWOLD
1833 PETER PARLEY SAMUEL GRISWOLD COLOR CHAP BOOK United states,Early 19th CenturyNarrative story "Peter Parley's Story of The Freshet or the Morning Walk", written by Samuel Griswold Goodrich (1793-1860), printed by Allen and Ticknor, Boston, 1833. Frontispiece with hand colored illustration of a young girl.
- GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA,
GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA, 20TH C.)Grace T. Granger (American/Louisiana, 20th c.), "Design for Mural, Interior of Pigalle Resturaunt, Paris, France", mixed media on paper laid on heavy paper, signed lower right, titled and inscribed on reverse of mount, 14 in. x 28 1/4 in., unframed. Condition: Overall poor condition.
- GRANVILLE PERKINS, AMERICAN (1830-1895),
GRANVILLE PERKINS, AMERICAN (1830-1895), SAILING IN THE HUDSON RIVER PALISADES, WATERCOLOR ON PAPER, 13 X 20 INCHES (SIGHT)GRANVILLE PERKINS, American, (1830-1895) Sailing in the Hudson River Palisades, watercolor on paper signed lower left "Granville Perkins" watercolor on paper Dimensions: 13 x 20 inches (sight) Provenance: Private Collection, New York framed dimensions: 26 x 33 1/2 x 3 inches tags: works on paper, 19th century, Hudson River School Condition: We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Shannon’s is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Frames on all paintings are sold "As Is". Frames may need some conservation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE.
- Grace T. Granger (American/New
Grace T. Granger (American/New Orleans 20th c.) "Madame John's Legacy" oil on canvas signed lower left titled and inscribed on stretcher en verso 24 in. x 32 in. framed.
- LINCOLN CDV PORTRAIT WITH LETTER
LINCOLN CDV PORTRAIT WITH LETTER TO SENATOR RE: A REBEL POW AMNESTY & SIGNED RELEASE FROM LINCOLN, 1 MO BEFORE HIS ASSASINATION "Putnamville, Indiana, March 7th, 1865. Hon. Henry S. Lane, US Senator, I have the honor of receiving your favor of the 18th January. Please accept my sincere thanks for your prompt reply to my former letter in reference to the release of a nephew of mine, James S. Thompson, confined as a prisoner of war at Camp Douglas, Ill. I have just received a duplicate of his application to take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States Government, which I enclose. You will perceive that he was conscripted in the Rebel army, and deserted at Jonesboro Georgia, surrendered to the 4th Army Corps that he might take the oath and he does not wish to be exchanged. He has been in Camp Douglas all winter, wrote me in Nov last, he was in a very destitute condition & sick, being unaccustomed to the rigor of a Northern climate, doubtless he has suffered greatly. I think he is a good Union man. His father lived in this place was an 'old school Whig' This young man is in very poor health, and if in your power, I respectfully request you to present this duplicate to His Excellency, President of the United States with my earnest (see verso) desire he may grant James W. Thomson's speedy release. Yours respectfully, Mrs. James E. Layman. "
The accompanying note is from Sen Lane to Lincoln: "To the President, I most earnestly recommend & request the release of Jas W. Thomas (sic) the herein named prisoner. H.S. Lane", Lincoln has responded on the same card "Let this man take the oath of Dec. 8, 1863, and be discharged. A. Lincoln. March 13, 1865".
Senator Henry Smith Lane (1811-1881) of the Know Nothing Party, was US Senator from Indiana1861-1867.
Jane Eights Howe Lyman (1818-1875) is buried with her husband Albert Gallatine Layman (1810-1901) in Putnamville, Indiana.
Framed together in one walnut and gold frame, with three window mat, double glazed. OS: 15 1/2" x 15 1/2". Letter: 7 3/4" c 4 3/4", Note: 4 1/2" x 2 1/2". Fine condition.
- PAIR OF AMERICAN OIL ON CANVAS
PAIR OF AMERICAN OIL ON CANVAS PORTRAITSPair of American oil on canvas portraits of John Pope Putnam (1808-1888) and his wife Elizabeth, 30" x 25". Provenance: Property of the Fenimore Art Museum sold to benefit the Acquisitions Fund.
NO in-house shipping for this lot.
Condition:
Good period frames. Man with a couple light abrasions.
- Pictorial and Verse Sampler, Grace
Pictorial and Verse Sampler, Grace Gayton, March 23, 1797 worked in wool on linen with crowns, figures, animals, dogs, birds, a butterfly, trees, flowers and urns all within a trailing vine border, in contemporary frame
18 x 14 in — 45.7 x 35.6 cm
- GRACE CARPENTER HUDSON (1865-1937),
GRACE CARPENTER HUDSON (1865-1937), PORTRAIT OF A POMO INDIAN WOMAN, 13.5" H X 10.75" WGrace Carpenter Hudson, (1865-1937) Portrait of a Pomo woman, Oil on canvas Signed upper left: G. Hudson Oil on canvas Dimensions: 13.5" H x 10.75" W
- GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA,
GRACE T. GRANGER (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA, 20TH C.)Grace T. Granger (American/Louisiana, 20th c.), "Louisiana Scenes", 21 graphites on tracing paper, 3 inks on paper, 2 watercolors on paper, one mixed media on paper, one ink and collage on paper, and one gelatin silver print, 4 signed, one signed, inscribed and partial sketch en verso, 8 1/2 in. x 11 in. to 17 in. x 14 in., unframed; accompanied by a newspaper article about the artist. (30 pcs.) Condition: Works vary from fair to very poor condition.
- 19th century full-length silhouette,
19th century full-length silhouette, gentleman facing left, holding top hat and gloves, signed "I am John D. McGavin", black ink paper with bronzing cutout and applied to card, watercolor background, British or American, 12 x 7-1/4 in.; original 19th century rosewood veneer frame, gilt liner. Toning, foxing, paper tape at edges; frame with loss lower right corner. The Estate of the Late Grace Shorter, South Salem, New York.
- Grace Veronica Kelly (American
Grace Veronica Kelly (American Cleveland School 1877-1950) "Road to the Strand (Achill)". Watercolor on paper signed in the lower right corner the image size apprx. 17-1/2" x 23-1/4" matted and framed under glass overall apprx. 25-1/2" x 30-1/2". Label verso from the Cleveland Museum of Art 11th Exhibition of Cleveland Artists and Craftsmen April 24 to June 2 1929. Also a partial label reading "Eastman & Bolton...Allerton Hotel Building...Cleveland".
- GRACE CHRISTIE (MRS. A.G.I. CHRISTIE)
GRACE CHRISTIE (MRS. A.G.I. CHRISTIE) (1872-1953) (ATTRIBUTED MAKER)
ARTS AND CRAFTS FRAMED EMBROIDERY, CIRCA 1900 coloured silks on a linen ground, with embroidered eyelets, bears embroidered inscription, The Grass Withereth The Flower Fadeth But The Word Of The Lord Endureth Forever, later framed122cm wide, 52.5cm high