- INDEPENDENCE HALL STILL BANK Enterprise
INDEPENDENCE HALL STILL BANK Enterprise cast iron excellent casting of Independence Hall and tower in copper finish embossed on side ''Birthplace of American Independence.'' 6 3/4'' x 6'' x 8 3/4''. Repainted.
- 1 piece. Hand-Colored Lithograph.
1 piece. Hand-Colored Lithograph. Currier, N.; Ives, J.M., pub. "Independence Hall, Philadelphia." New York, n.d. [ca. 1870s]. 9 x 12 1/2 inches (229 x 317 mm) - image and text, full margins. Clean and bright. Framed. Gale 3287 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.
- INDEPENDENCE HALL TOY BANKIndependence
INDEPENDENCE HALL TOY BANKIndependence Hall Toy Bank. Philadelphia: Enterprise Manufacturing, ca. 1875. Cast iron still bank of ñThe Birth Place of American Independence.î 7 x 9 _î. General paint wear, crack in base. Good.
- INDEPENDENCE HALL STILL BANK.Independence
INDEPENDENCE HALL STILL BANK.Independence Hall Still bank. Painted Cast Iron, Made by Enterprise Mfg. Co. Phila. Patented 1875,8-1/2"h. Condition: : Good with paint wear, loss on point of roof.
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Condition: : Good with paint wear, loss on point of roof.
- INDEPENDENCE HALL CAST IRON STILL
INDEPENDENCE HALL CAST IRON STILL BANK Late 19th c. Three-in-One Architectural Bank, by Enterprise Mfg. Co. (Philadelphia, PA), depicting Independence Hall, with gold painted surface, base marked "Pat. Oct. 19, 1875" (made for the Centennial Celebration), 6 1/2" high, 11 1/4" x 3". Paint losses.
- LARGE REVERSE GLASS PAINTING OF
LARGE REVERSE GLASS PAINTING OF INDEPENDENCE HALL, PHILADELPHIA Centennial Souvenir, with mother of pearl image of the famous landmark, painted flag, sky, greens and slate forecourt, housed in the original deep cove red walnut frame having ebonized ranks and acid etched gilding with applied sand, OS: 30 1/2" square, SS: 23" square, good condition.
- INDEPENDANCE HALL WITH THREE SLOTS
INDEPENDANCE HALL WITH THREE SLOTS STILL BANK Cast iron painted in gold overall copper color roof a scarce and desirable example. 11 1/4'' w x 6 3/8'' h. (VG Cond.)
- 2 vols. Philadelphia: Etting,
2 vols. Philadelphia: Etting, Frank M. An Historical Account of The Old State House of Pennsylvania Now Known as The Hall of Independence. Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, 1891. Second Edition with Continuations. 4to, orig. gilt-pictorial brown cloth, gilt-lettered spine, t.e.g. Frontis., plates, text illus. Bookplates & ink presentation on front endpaper. * Jenkins, Charles Francis. Washington in Germantown. Philadelphia: W.J. Campbell, 1905. #44/500. Lg. 8vo, orig. blue cloth, paper spine label, t.e.g. Frontis. & photogravure plates, tissue guards. Both bright, tight, internally clean & crisp copies.
- ANTIQUE INDEPENDENCE HALL BOSTON
ANTIQUE INDEPENDENCE HALL BOSTON CREWELWORK. An early needlework/crewelwork depicting figures and a dog in front of Independence Hall in Boston.Image 14.5” x 11.5”, Overall in a period gilt frame 19” x 16”.
- Cast iron Independence Hall still
Cast iron Independence Hall still bank circa 1876 Enterprise Mfg Co, "Liberty Proclaimed July 4, 1776" Birthplace of American Independence", original bronze finish, 9-3/8" x 8" x 9-1/2" h, missing spire
- 'INDEPENDENCE HALL', 1889, PHOTOGRAVEURE,
'INDEPENDENCE HALL', 1889, PHOTOGRAVEURE, SIGNED BY G. H. RANDALL, FRAMED, 26-1/2 X 22 INCHES'Independence Hall', 1889, Photograveure, Signed by G. H. Randall, Framed, 26-1/2 x 22 inches
- (LOT OF SIX) CAST IRON ARCHITECTURAL
(LOT OF SIX) CAST IRON ARCHITECTURAL STILL BANKS, INCLUDING INDEPENDENCE HALL Six cast iron architectural still banks, including Independence Hall, a towered Bank, a skyscraper bank, a Colonial house and three other bank buildings, greatest 9"h
- JAMES ROSS, LITHOGRAPH INDEPENDENCE
JAMES ROSS, LITHOGRAPH INDEPENDENCE HALLJames Ross (American 20th c.), lithograph Independence Hall, #63/210, 17 1/2" h., 23 1/2" w.
NO in-house shipping for this lot.
- Antique Independence Hall Tower
Antique Independence Hall Tower iron still bank in red, blue and gilt paint, 1875 patent date. 8.75”H x 4”W Condition: wear to paint CT Transfer Fee $10
- INDEPENDENCE HALL TOWER STILL BANK.Independence
INDEPENDENCE HALL TOWER STILL BANK.Independence Hall Tower Still Bank. Cast Iron made by Enterprise Mfg. Co. 9-1/2"h. Condition: : Good with wear.
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Condition: : Good with wear.
- 1 piece. Hand-Colored Lithograph.
1 piece. Hand-Colored Lithograph. Currier, N.; Ives, J.M., pub. "The Tocsin of Liberty, Rung by The State House Bell (Independence Hall), Philadelphia, July 4, 1776." New York, 1876. 10 1/2 x 12 1/2 inches (267 x 315 mm) - image and text, margins Slightly toned. Framed. Gale 6548 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.
- 2 vols. Graphic & Bibliographic
2 vols. Graphic & Bibliographic Reference: Snyder, Martin P. City of Independence: Views of Philadelphia before 1800. New York: Praeger, (1975). 1st ed. 4to, orig. cloth; edges slightly dusty, d/j (edges chipped). Color plates, other illus. Internally clean. Presentation copy, inscribed & signed by Snyder on title page. * (Auction Catalogue.) Christie's. The Jay T. Snider Collection of Historical Americana. New York, June 21, 2005. 4to, orig. gilt-lettered cloth, cover label. Color plates, other illus. 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.
- ENTERPRISE INDEPENDENCE HALL CAST
ENTERPRISE INDEPENDENCE HALL CAST IRON STILL BANK: Gold with traces of red paint remaining. Bottom plate reads ''Made by Enterprise Mfg. Co. Phila. Pat Sep 14 1875''. Sides of building Liberty Proclaimed July 4, 1776, Birthplace of American Independence. Measures 9'' h. x 6 5/8'' x 6''.CONDITION: Note paint flake, loss of paint.
- 4 pieces Hand-Colored Lithographs.
4 pieces Hand-Colored Lithographs. Whitefield, E. [Panoramic views from Independence Hall Tower]: "South View: Looking Towards Navy Yard..." * "North View: Looking Across Chestnut St. Towards Spring Garden..." * "West View: Looking Up Chestnut St. Towards West Philadelphia." * "East View: Looking Down Chestnut St. Across the Delaware." New York: Wm. Endicott, n.d. [ca 1850]. Approx 11 x 19 1/4 inches (279 x 488 mm) - image & text, margins. Occasional creasing, repairs to versoes & several bottom corners. Images generally clean & attractive.
- ENTERPRISE INDEPENDENCE HALL TOWER
ENTERPRISE INDEPENDENCE HALL TOWER BANK Late 19th c. Cast Iron Mechanical "Centennial Bank" by Enterprise Mfg. Co. (Philadelphia, PA), "Patd. Sept. 21, '75", made as a souvenir of the 1876 Centennial Exposition, 9 1/2" high.
- Ephemera grouping to include a
Ephemera grouping to include a scrapbook (9.75"h x 12"w x 1.25"d) with 80 trade cards; ten stereoviews (4.25"h x 7"w) of art from the Philadelphia Exhibition of 1876; 1976 issued wood relic from Independence Hall.
Condition: Wear consistent with age.
- 2 vols. Philadelphia Graphic Arts
2 vols. Philadelphia Graphic Arts Reference: Snyder, Martin P. City of Independence: Views of Philadelphia Before 1800. New York: Praeger, (1975). 1st ed. 4to, orig. beige cloth; minor wear, d/j (minor edge wear). Color plates, other illus. * Wainwright, Nicholas B. Philadelphia in The Romantic Age of Lithography. Philadelphia: Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1958. 1st ed. 4to, orig. cloth; moderate wear, corners frayed & bumped, d/j (scuffed, rather chipped along edges). Color frontis, b/w plates. 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.
- Original Painting for Advertising
Original Painting for Advertising Poster. Philadelphia, Penna. "Philadelphia wishes you were here" Independence Hall. Pennsylvania RR Railroad. etc. From The Personal Collection of Neil Benson a Philadelphia Photographer and Founding Member of the Art Group Known as the Dumpster Divers.
Dimensions: H: 39.5 inches: W: 24.5 inches: Frame Height: 47 inches: Frame Width: 30.5 inches ---
Condition: Has Printers notations to margins. Framed and wrapped in cellophane.
- Lot of 3: Glass Candy Containers
Lot of 3: Glass Candy Containers & Banks.
Description Includes one Independence Hall with original closure and slot for coins, one Save with Pittsburgh Banks with slot for coins, and one C.D. Kenny Tea & Coffee container with metal top closure and slot for coins.
Condition (Excellent). Size Largest: 7 - 1/4" T.
- 4 vols. Children's Books - American
4 vols. Children's Books - American Imprints, 1960s & Later: Milhous, Katherine. Through These Arches: The Story of Independence Hall. Philadelphia: J.B. Lippincott, 1964. Oblong 4to, orig. cloth; light wear, d/j (occasionally chipped). Full-page & other color illus. Signed by Milhous on title page, with unsigned calligraphic presentation inscription by the author on front free endpaper verso. * Singer, Isaac Bashevis. The Fools of Chelm. New York: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, (1973). Illus. by Uri Shulevitz. Sm. 4to, orig. cloth, d/j (minor edge wear). Illus. 1st ed. * Angel, Marie, illustrated & adapted by. Fables de La Fontaine. Boston: Alphabet Press, (1981). Folio, orig. green cloth, d/j, cloth slipcase. Facs. of Angel's illuminated ms. English translation vol. in self-wrappers. * Tchana, Katrin. The Serpent Slayer. Boston: Little Brown, 2000. 1st ed. Illus. by Trina Schart Hyman. 4to, orig. color pictorial bds., d/j. Signed by Tchana & Hyman. Without poster. NF.
- Brush McCoy Liberty Bell / Independence
Brush McCoy Liberty Bell / Independence Hall Umbrella Stand designed by Albert Cusick marked with (die impressed) 73 three chips on the underside of base chip and two glaze chips on the rim 22.5''h.
- (3) Cast Iron Bank, Automobile
(3) Cast Iron Bank, Automobile and Souvenir Brick to include reproduction Uncle Sam cast iron painted coin bank, 11-1/4"H, cast iron black and gold painted automobile, 8-1/2"L and souvenir brick from the walk at independence mall removed in 1966 for the Independence Hall Urban Renewal project.
- Jean Ferris illustration painting
Jean Ferris illustration painting (Jean Leon Gerome Ferris, Pennsylvania, 1863-1930), "Lincoln at Independence Hall, circa 1919, commissioned by Ladies Home Journal for the cover of their February 1919 issue, Smithsonian Art Inventories Catalog No. 73261383, signed lower right "J.L.G. Ferris", oil on paper applied to board, 60 x 37-3/4 in. (sight); original stained pine or fir frame. Retouch in face of Lincoln, hand of figure behind in flag, abrasions, grime, chipping at edges, board warped; frame with loss to bottom right corner, abrasions. Joseph Malloy, New Jersey; Tennessee, Private Collection
- INDEPENDENCE TOWER STILL BANK Enterprise
INDEPENDENCE TOWER STILL BANK Enterprise Mfg. cast iron exceptional casting details fully embossed base eagle finials bell appears in tower. 9 3/4'' h. (VG Cond.)
- COLLECTION OF RONALD REGAN PRESIDENTIAL
COLLECTION OF RONALD REGAN PRESIDENTIAL MEMORABILIA AND A REPRODUCTION DECLARATION OF INDEPENCE PRINTCollection of Ronald Regan Presidential Memorabilia and a Reproduction Declaration of Indepence Print
- COLLECTION OF ELEVEN HARDBOUND
COLLECTION OF ELEVEN HARDBOUND BOOKS published by The Palladium Press with gilt edges: nine from The Library of American Freedoms including ''The Bill of Rights Primer '' by Akhil Reed Amar and Les Adams (c) 2002; ''Union and Democracy '' by Allen Johnson (c) 1915 et al; and two from The Firearms Classics Library; ''Modern Rifle Shooting '' by W. G. Hudson (c) 2007; and ''Sixguns and Bullseyes & Automatic Pistols '' by William Reichenbach (c) 1996.
- HOWARD WATSON, PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL
HOWARD WATSON, PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL WATERCOLOR Howard Watson (American, 1929-2022), "Old Red", Independence Hall clock tower, watercolor on paper, signed "Howard Watson, A.W.S." at lower left, 20.75"h x 28.25"w (sight), 28.75"h x36.25"w (frame)
- CENTENNIAL LITHOGRAPH, GEORGE STINSON
CENTENNIAL LITHOGRAPH, GEORGE STINSON & CO., PUBLISHER(18th century)
Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia, In Remembrance of the One Hundredth Anniversary of the Independence of the United States , George Stinson & Co., Portland, Maine circa 1876, color lithograph, sheet without extension at bottom, 27-1/2 x 19-3/4 in.; modern black print frame, 35-1/4 x 27-1/4 in.
Note: This print was thought to have been commissioned by the United States Congress for the official celebration of the US Centennial. It depicts the central figure of Liberty/Columbia figure in center, full length seated holding a wreath of laurel leaves and wearing a Phrygian cap, surrounded by flags and stars, and at her feet is a large eagle holding a shield in its claws. The figure is surrounded by a border of 18 oval bust portraits of presidents of the United States from Washington to Grant. Below the eagle in the center bottom of the image are oval bust portraits of the following six Revolutionary War heroes: Israel Putnam, Philip Schuyler, Horatio Gates, Nathaniel Greene, Benjamin Lincoln, and John Sullivan. Above is a birds-eye view of the exposition grounds and small oval vignettes of Independence Hall, Philadelphia (top left), Bunker Hill Monument, Boston (top center) and Faneuil Hall, Boston (top right). Below the center image is text and in the lower left below the date 1776, is a scene of a Revolutionary War battle labeled "The Struggle for Liberty." Below the 1876 date in the lower right are side by side farm and city scenes labeled "Peace and Prosperity."
Provenance: W. Graham Arader III, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania (label verso); A du Pont Family Collection
Condition:
hinged in, restorations to paper, addition paper at bottom 7/8 x 19-3/4, light toning and fading; frame with minor abrasions
- Faith Ringgold b.1930. Declaration
Faith Ringgold b.1930. Declaration (of Freedom) and Independence. 2009, screenprints in colors. 15 h × 22 w in. result: $8,125. estimate: $9,000–13,000. Signed and dated. Complete suite of six works, each work from the edition of 35. Dimensions provided are for each work.Of the primary market; suggested retail: $20,000.Please note: This work will ship directly from the artist or the artist's representative. The image shown here is representive of the edition and may not be the number you will receive. Provenance: Courtesy of ACA Galleries
- [Political Americana] George Washington
[Political Americana] George Washington Group Including Washington-Independence Coin Plus CDVs & Patriotic Covers Lot of 20 George Washington-related items including 15 patriotic covers (no duplicates only one of which has been mailed) three CDVs (albumen cartes of Washington and Lafayette and Washington and Family and a lithographed carte of Gen. Washington) and two coins. One is a version of the 1783 Washington & Independence coin the other an 1863 Civil War token with First In War First In Peace around an equestrian statue of Washington on obverse and Union For Ever on reverse. Condition: Covers very good. CDVs with toning minor soiling and light edge wear. ''Washington & Independence'' coin with a hole punched through the ampersand.
- 1 piece. (Abraham Lincoln.) [American
1 piece. (Abraham Lincoln.) [American Newspaper.]The Philadelphia Inquirer. April 25, 1865, "President Lincoln's Remains in Independence Hall." Illus. front page. Presumed complete, not examined out of frame.