SARAI SHERMAN PORTFOLIO OF LITHOGRAPHS,SARAI SHERMAN PORTFOLIO OF LITHOGRAPHS, 1969 Sarai Sherman (American, 1922 - 2013), "Il Giardino Dell' Eden," portfolio of lithographs, published in 1973 by Dell'Roso, Milan, with text and lithographs in colors, the lithographs signed lower right, edition 19 / 75, with publisher's stamp and inscriptions to page reverse, within original box sleeve. Overall: 24.5" H x 18.5" W x 1.5" D.
GIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY THREE-SEATGIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY THREE-SEAT SOFAItalian mid-century modern sofa, attributed to Gio Ponti (1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1940s-1950s, in aqua velvet upholstery, vertical channel-tufted shell back, three cushion seats, rising on tapered wood legs, approx 29"h, 90"w, 36"d
(2) GIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY(2) GIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY CLUB CHAIRS(lot of 2) Italian mid-century modern club chairs, attributed to Gio Ponti (1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1940s-1950s, in aqua velvet upholstery, vertical channel-tufted shell back, cushion seat, rising on tapered wood legs, approx 28.25"h, 40.5"w, 34"d
ASSEMBLED ITALIAN FIORIRÃ UN GIARDINOASSEMBLED ITALIAN FIORIRÃ UN GIARDINO PORCELAIN AND CONTINENTAL PORCELAIN SERVICEThe Fioria un Giardino service with impressed mark.
Comprising:
Six bowls
Three dinner plates
Six chargers
The Continental porcelain, unmarked
Comprising:
Four mugs
Twelve large tumblers
Twelve small tumblers
Eight demitasse cups and saucer
A cream jug and cover
The dinner plates 10 3/4 in. diam., the chargers 14 in. diam., (52 pcs.).
Condition
Minor wear consistent with use. One dinner plate broken and reglued. The mugs and tumblers with some scuffs. Otherwise in good condition.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.
RENZO MONGIARDINO (STYLE) THREE-SEATRENZO MONGIARDINO (STYLE) THREE-SEAT SOFA 20th c., USA, upholstered in a red chenille with tight button tufted back and seat, the top edge decorated criss-cross cording, bullion fringe skirt, 38"h x 78"w x 28"d, 17"h (to seat)
GROUP OF BOOKS ON HOUSES, GARDENS, ANDGROUP OF BOOKS ON HOUSES, GARDENS, AND PEOPLE OF INTERESTIncluding: Vogue's Book of Houses, Gardens, People with photographs by Horst, text by Valentine Lawford, and foreword by Diana Vreeland, The Condé Nast Publications, Inc., 1968; Happy Times by Brendan Gill and Jerome Zerbe, Harcourt Brace Jonanovich, Inc., 1973; The New York Times Book of Interior Design and Decoration by Norma Skurka, The New York Times Book Co. Inc., 1976; The New York Times Book of Interior Design and Decoration edited by George O'Brien, Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1965, with torn outer jacket; Roomscapes: The Decorative Architecture of Renzo Mongiardino edited by Fiorenzo Cattaneo, Rizzoli International, 1993; An Illustrated History of Furnishing: From the Reaissance to the Twentieth Century by Mario Praz, published by arrangement with Longanesi and C., Milan, George Braziller, Inc., 1964; Horst Interiors by Barbara Plumb, A Bullfinch Press Book, Little, Brown and Company, 1993, first edition; Legendary Decorators of the Twentieth Century by Mark Hampton, Doubleday, 1992; A House is Not a Home by Bruce Weber, A Bullfinch Press Book, Little, Brown and Company, 1996, first edition; and Italian Gardens by Georgina Masson, Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1961 (10).
Condition
Individual condition reports not available for this lot.
Notwithstanding 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.
An Italian Porcelain Forty-Eight-PieceAn Italian Porcelain Forty-Eight-Piece Table Garniture
Este Ceramiche, 20th Century
in the Giardino All'Italiana pattern, comprising a pair of obelisk-form topiaries, 10 trees in two sizes, 14 shaped shrubs, 6 candlesticks (including 4 figural examples), a pair of white trees with standing historical figures, an associated Minton planter with a diamond registry mark to the underside and 13 unmarked balustrade sections; the Este Ceramiche items bearing factory marks and stamped Made in Italy to the underside.
Height of tallest example 10 1/2 inches.
Property from the Estate of an Elegant Lady, Texas
LOSI CINELLO (ITALIAN, 1928-1982), ILLOSI CINELLO (ITALIAN, 1928-1982), IL GIARDINO, OIL ON ...Losi Cinello (Italian, 1928-1982), Il Giardino, oil on plywood, signed, titled, and dated lower right Il Giardino Cinello 1962, Galleria Schneider stamp on verso, 19.25" x 23.5".
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.
A PAIR OF GREEN VELVET COVERED ETAGERESAA PAIR OF GREEN VELVET COVERED ETAGERESA Pair of Green Velvet Covered Etageres, in the manner of Renzo Mongiardino, puce felt lined with open shelves, tac edges, height 32 inches, width 27 inches, depth 16 1/2 inches.
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.
PIETRA DURA LAPIDARY OBELISKPIETRA DURAPIETRA DURA LAPIDARY OBELISKPIETRA DURA LAPIDARY OBELISK
Continental, 20th century. In the manner of Renzo Mongiardino, inset with various precious stones and minerals.
22 x 6 x 6 in. (55.9 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm.)
GIOVANNI BATTISTA PIRANESI (ITALIAN,GIOVANNI BATTISTA PIRANESI (ITALIAN, 1720-1778)Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Italian, 1720-1778
Bassorilievo antico di marmo che si vede nel Giardino Aldobrandini (Marble relief in the Aldobrandini Gardens)
Etching
Published Rome, 1778. Winged cherubs opposing a large amphora relief-decorated with classical figures, for the Aldobrandini gardens near Naples. Matted behind glass and framed.
Plate: 16 x 25 1/2 in. (40.6 x 64.8 cm.), frame: 26 x 35.2 in. (66 x 89.4 cm.)
Ex Iowa Wesleyan University collection
Condition:
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is an opinion, and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Reference to condition written, oral or within a condition report shall not be regarded as a full account of condition and may not include all defects, alterations, or restorations. Absence of a condition report does not imply a lot is flawless or lacking imperfections or damage. Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Returns shall not be accepted on the basis of condition.
MONGIARDINO STYLE TUFTED FLORAL CHINTZMONGIARDINO STYLE TUFTED FLORAL CHINTZ LOVE SEAT 20th c., the fabric possibly Schumacher or Scalamandre, bold exotic bird and botanical fabric, unmarked, on casters, 27"h x 54"w x 34.5"d
GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURYGIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY 3-SEAT SOFAItalian mid-century modern three-seat sofa, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, in red satin upholstery, having curved back, continuous rolled sloping arms, three loose seat cushions, rising on tapered legs, loss and tears to upholstery, approx 31.5"h, 75"w, 35"d, seat height: 16"h **Note: matching armchair offered in this auction**
(2) GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY(2) GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY CHAIRS(pair) Italian mid-century modern armchairs, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, having curved back, continuous rolled sloping arms, over loose seat cushion, rising on tapered legs, approx 30.5"h, 33.5"w, 36"d, seat height: 16"h
GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURYGIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY ARMCHAIRItalian mid-century modern armchair, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, in red satin upholstery, having curved back, continuous rolled sloping arms, over loose seat cushion, rising on tapered legs, loss and tears to upholstery, approx 30"h, 34"w, 37"d, seat height: 16"h **Note: matching sofa offered in this auction**
(2) GIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY(2) GIO PONTI (ATTRIB.) MID-CENTURY CLUB CHAIRS(pair) Italian mid-century modern club chairs, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, in aqua blue velvet upholstery, with vertical channel-tufted shell back, loose seat cushion, rising on tapered legs, tears to upholstery, approx 33"h, 35"w, 27"d, seat height: 17"h
GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURYGIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY ARMCHAIRItalian mid-century modern armchair, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, in red velvet upholstery, having curved back, continuous sloping arms, rising on tapered legs, wear to upholstery, approx 28.75"h, 28"w, 28"d, seat height: 14.5"h **Note: matching sofa available in this auction**
GIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURYGIO PONTI CASA E GIARDINO MID-CENTURY 3-SEAT SOFAItalian mid-century modern three-seat sofa, attributed to Gio Ponti (Italian, 1891-1979) for Casa e Giardino, c.1950s, in red velvet upholstery, having curved back, continuous sloping arms, serpentine seat, rising on five tapered legs, wear to upholstery, approx 29"h, 73"w, 30"d, seat height: 15"h **Note: matching armchair available in this auction**
JIM BUCKELS (AMERICAN B. 1948), GIARDINOJIM BUCKELS (AMERICAN B. 1948), GIARDINO SEGRETTO, 1988, SERIGRAPH, NUMBERED 50/300, FRAMED: 31-1/2 X 40 INCHESJim Buckels (American b. 1948), Giardino Segretto, 1988, Serigraph, Numbered 50/300, Framed: 31-1/2 x 40 inches
R. MAZINI (ITALIAN, LATE 20TH CENTURY),R. MAZINI (ITALIAN, LATE 20TH CENTURY), ANGOLO DI GIARDINO, OIL ON CANVAS, 8 X 15-3/4 INCHESR. Mazini (Italian, Late 20th Century), Angolo Di Giardino, Signed and dated 1969 l.r.; signed, dated, titled and located Firenze on verso Oil on canvas 8 x 15-3/4 in (20.3 x 40 cm) Dimensions: 8 x 15-3/4 in (20.3 x 40 cm)
Two Bulgari Rosenthal holiday plates,Two Bulgari Rosenthal holiday plates, with holes in foot for hanging, and one original Bulgari box, including: “Copricapi Reali Dogi”, Limited Edition 378/3000, 12” dia. “Giardino di Natale” 2000, 12” dia. Condition: box with some damages CT Transfer Fee $10
BOOKS ON INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECORATORS,BOOKS ON INTERIOR DESIGN AND DECORATORS, 6 Group of art reference / coffee table books on Interior Design and Decorators comprising ? Alberto Pinto Signature Interiors by Flammarion, Grachtenhuizen Amsterdam Canal Houses by Lectura Cultura Books, New York Appartments by Rizzoli, Renzo Mongiardino by Rizzoli, Henrietta Spencer-Churchill Classic Interior Design by Rizzoli, Stephen Sills Decoration by Rizzoli. Largest 12.5? H x 10.5? W x 1.5? D.
GUCCI STERLING SILVER NAPKIN RING SET,GUCCI STERLING SILVER NAPKIN RING SET, 12 Gucci sterling silver napkin ring set, twelve, each formed of round openwork "G" and each struck to rim "Gucci / Made in Italy" and with marks " *302 FI" for Bigiotterie Il Giardino di Casamonti Fulvio, Florence, before 1971, and "925" for sterling. Weight; 18.70 ozt. 1.75" diameter
LUCIANO SPAZZALI (ITALIAN, 1911 - 1997)LUCIANO SPAZZALI (ITALIAN, 1911 - 1997) 19¾" x 25" "Cafe in Giardino", 1957. Oil on board, heavy impasto, signed and dated lower right, labeled on verso, in wood frame, 29" x 34½" overall.
After Francesco Panini (Italian 1745-1812)After Francesco Panini (Italian 1745-1812) "Veduta del Giardino di Belvedere..." "Prospetto del Portico...della Villa Albani" "Prospetto degli Orti Farnesiani sul Monte Palatino" "Veduta Interiore della Chiesa di St. Maria..." and "Veduta della Facciata della Chiesa del Gesu..." 1765-1780 five engravings sheets 19 3/4 in. x 30 in.
(i) Sorel Italian, 20th Century Giardino(i) Sorel Italian, 20th Century Giardino Romano (ii) Betty Meehan American, 20th Century Bird and Floral Study
Estimate:$200-$300