- TWO FRENCH TERRACOTTA PLAQUES: GREEK
TWO FRENCH TERRACOTTA PLAQUES: GREEK MYTHOLOGYTwo French terracotta relief plaques: Ganymede and Zeus and Heracles and Cerberus19th centuryFramed.the larger plaque 4 3/4in (12cm) square Provenance:Property from the Collection of Craig Wright.
- 25 REFERENCE BOOKS ON MYTHOLOGY AND
25 REFERENCE BOOKS ON MYTHOLOGY AND SYMBOLSTwenty five reference books on mythology and symbolstitles include important works by Joseph Campbell, Paul Radin, J. J.Bachofen, Gethard Adler, Henri Corbin, and Erich Neumann.
- Large antique Burmese Myanmar silver
Large antique Burmese Myanmar silver Thabeik bowl repousse decoration in high relief, depicting different traditional scenes from Burmese mythology. Showing figures in continuous landscape, with peacock to base, approx 14cm H x 23cm Dia and approx 1003 grams.
- Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze
Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Tazza, 19th century the central relief after the work by Marcel Debut (French, 1865-1933), signed in the mould and titled 'Bellerophon' depicting the divine hero of Greek mythology with Athena and Pegasus
5.5 x 20.75 in — 14 x 52.7 cm
- [GREEK HISTORY]. A group of 2 leather-bound
[GREEK HISTORY]. A group of 2 leather-bound works in 15 volumes relating to Greek history, comprising:
SMITH, William, editor. Dictionary of Greek and Roman Mythology. London: John Murray, 1880. 3 volumes, octavo. Contemporary tan tree calf gilt, green and brown morocco lettering-pieces gilt, edges marbled.
GROTE, George. History of Greece. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1858. 12 volumes, 8vo. Engraved frontispieces. (Some internal spotting.) 20th-century half tan calf, brown and green morocco lettering-pieces gilt, edges marbled. (Some very slight rubbing.)
- Italian Faience Classical Mythology
Italian Faience Classical Mythology Plaque Framed 15''x12''
- PAULA MEIZNER "LEDA WITH SWAN" STONE
PAULA MEIZNER "LEDA WITH SWAN" STONE SCULPTURE Paula Meizner (American, born Poland, 1904-1990), "Leda with Swan", Modernist Stone Sculpture. 17" H x 11" W x 8" D. Provenance: From the estate of the Paula Meizner. Note: The award-winning artist fled Nazi occupation as a child and moved to New York via Havana, Cuba in 1943. She went on to study under artist Helen Beling (American, 1914-2001) and has exhibited widely across the United States including at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum (formerly Larry Aldrich Museum), the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, the Hudson River Museum, and the Detroit Institute of Fine Arts. Keywords: Modern Art, Female bust, Mid-Century Modern, Vintage, Cast head, Realist, Greek mythology, Myth, MCM, Women Artists
- ERTE "PEACE" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE,
ERTE "PEACE" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE, 1984 Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, Russian/French, 1892-1990), "Peace", Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1984, signed "Erte" to verso and stamped in cast "24/500 UM / FINE ART ACQUISITIONS / 1984". 27" H x 11.25" W x 5" D. Provenance: From the collection of the publisher.
Keywords: Art Deco Revival, Dyansen Gallery, Conker Foundry, Figural sculpture, Eirene, Personification of Peace, Horai, Hours, Mythology
- ERTE "APHRODITE" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE,
ERTE "APHRODITE" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE, 1986 Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, Russian/French, 1892-1990), "Aphrodite", Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1986, signed "Erte" to base and stamped in cast "328/375 FINE ART ACQUISITIONS / 1984". 27" H x 11.25" W x 5" D. Provenance: From the collection of the publisher.
Keywords: Art Deco Revival, Goddess of love, Dyansen Gallery, Conker Foundry, Figural sculpture, Mythology
- ERTE "AMAZON" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE,
ERTE "AMAZON" PATINATED BRONZE SCULPTURE, 1985 Erte (Romain de Tirtoff, Russian/French, 1892-1990), "Amazon", Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 1985, signed "Erte" to base and stamped in cast "157/375 JM / FINE ART ACQUISITIONS / c 1987". 17.5 H x 13" W x 5" D. Provenance: From the collection of the publisher.
Keywords: Art Deco Revival, Hors de Commerce, Dyansen Gallery, Conker Foundry, Figural sculpture, Warrior, Equestrian, Horse, Rider, Hippolyta, Athena, Penthesilea, Mythology
- ITALIAN "CERES" MARBLE SCULPTURE, 19TH
ITALIAN "CERES" MARBLE SCULPTURE, 19TH C. Italian Marble Sculpture, likely "Ceres", 19th century. 48" H x 18" Diameter. Keywords: Goddess, Persephone, Antique, Statue, Pomegranate, Fruit, Harvest, Classical motif, Mythology
- AFTER E. A. AIZELIN "NYMPHE DE DIANE"
AFTER E. A. AIZELIN "NYMPHE DE DIANE" MARBLE,19 C. After Eugene-Antoine Aizelin (French, 1821-1902), Marble Sculpture, depicting an attendant of goddess Diana, last quarter nineteenth century, signed "E. Aizelin" and "F. Barbedienne / Editeur" to base, inscribed "Nymphe de Diane" to front. Previous restoration work to raised finger. 30" H x 12.5" W x 9" D.
Literature: S. Lami vol.1, pp.6-10, Musee d' Orsay, p. 34.
Notes: Aizelin studied under Augustin-Alexandre Dumont (French, 1801-1884) and exhibited regularly at the Salon between 1852 and 1897. He won a gold medal at the Exposition Universelle of 1889 and in 1867 made a Chevalier of the Legion d'Honneur. The original model for the "Nymphe de Diane" was exhibited at the Salon of 1885 (No. 3276) and later released in editions in bronze and marble by Ferdinand Barbedienne. Another marble example of this work was sold, Sotheby's, New York: The Private Collection of Lionel Hastings: 19th and 20th Century Sculpture and Furniture, 14 April 2008, lot 30.
Keywords: Belle Epoque, Statue, Carrara marble, Mythology, Classical motif, Antique
- AFTER CELLINI "PERSEUS BEHEADING MEDUSA"
AFTER CELLINI "PERSEUS BEHEADING MEDUSA" RESIN After Benvenuto Cellini (Italian, 1500 - 1571), "Perseus Beheading Medusa", resin, marked "Veronese" to underside. 13" H x 5.25" W x 6.5" D. Keywords: Cellini, Renaissance Sculpture, Resin Sculpture, Reproductions, Florentine Sculpture, Benvenuto Cellini, Cellini Goldwork, Medusa, Perseus, Greek Mythology
- A MINIATURE JALISCO RED GLAZED FIGURAL
A MINIATURE JALISCO RED GLAZED FIGURAL VESSEL WITH A JACQUAR OR "SHEEP-FACE" A miniature Jalisco red glazed figural vessel with a jacquar or "sheep-face" 2"h x 2"w. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- THREE PRE COLUMBIAN STONE OR POTTERY
THREE PRE COLUMBIAN STONE OR POTTERY ITEMS Three Pre Columbian stone or pottery items, including an Ecuadorian stone ring 3"d and two small bisectional metate, one perforated. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A PRE-COLUMBIAN NAYARIT RED CLAY SEATED
A PRE-COLUMBIAN NAYARIT RED CLAY SEATED FIGURE A Pre-Columbian Nayarit red clay seated figure with a slip painted striped shirt and legs in front, 4"h x 3". Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A PRE-COLUMBIAN MOCHE POLYCHROME FACE
A PRE-COLUMBIAN MOCHE POLYCHROME FACE FORM POT A Pre-Columbian Moche polychrome face form pot with two handles 7"h. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A VERACRUZ OLMEC STYLE SPINACH COLORED
A VERACRUZ OLMEC STYLE SPINACH COLORED STONE CARVED FIGURE A Veracruz Olmec style spinach colored stone carved figure of a Perforator hummingbird 4.75"l x 2.125"w. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A PRE-COLUMBIAN MEZCALA STYLE STONE
A PRE-COLUMBIAN MEZCALA STYLE STONE FIGURE OF A CROUCHING MONKEY FIGURE A Pre-Columbian Mezcala style stone figure of a crouching monkey figure, carved from a green hardstone 1.5"h x 3"w. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A PRE COLUMBIAN VERA CRUZ RED CLAY FIGURE
A PRE COLUMBIAN VERA CRUZ RED CLAY FIGURE OF AN 'ELITE' A Pre-Columbian Vera Cruz red clay figure of an 'Elite', the male figure wearing an elaborate headress, seated on a bench, black staining to body and base 9"h x 5.25"w x 3.5"d. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A MINIATURE OLMEC BLUE AGATE RITUAL
A MINIATURE OLMEC BLUE AGATE RITUAL MASKETTE A miniature Olmec blue agate ritual maskette 3”h x 3.5”w. Provenance: David Cole was an influential dealer of California avant garde art during the 1950s and 1960s with a gallery in San Francisco and Los Angeles. He worked closely with Lee Mullican and Gordon Onslow-Ford, Dynaton artists, who were both drawn to the imagery and mythology of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Central and South America
- A 19TH CENTURY FAN WITH HAND PAINTED
A 19TH CENTURY FAN WITH HAND PAINTED IMAGE OF EUROPAThe pleated leaf is painted fully by hand with Classical figures depicting the story from Greek mythology of how Zeus abducted Europa, a Phoenician princess, by turning himself into a white bull. The back side is decorated with a hand painted vignette of landscape and mountains. The bone sticks are elaborately pierce-carved with a variety of figures and designs centered by the outline of a butterfly composed across a number of sticks.Measures 10.75 x 18.25 inches.Very good condition, noting wear to the hand painted image surface at the folds as shown.
- JOHN LIVINGSTON (1959-2019) ATTR NW
JOHN LIVINGSTON (1959-2019) ATTR NW COAST WELCOME POLEThe massive chiseled cedar Welcome Pole is attributed to master carver John Livingston (1959-2019) and depicts Tsonoqua, Wild Woman of the Woods from the centuries old folklore of British Columbia indigenous culture KWAKWAKA'WAKW.Created by the same artisans as the more familiar totem poles of the NW Coast indigenous peoples, Tsonoqua 'welcome pole' figures were also carved from massive cedar logs, and with their outstretched arms, served to welcome visitors. They also stood watch to guard and watch over one's property as well. Offending visitors could be buffeted by strong winds from Tsonoqua's lips, their canoe capsized as they attempted an escape.Mike Livingston was a master carver who was adopted by the KWAKWAKA'WAKW peoples in a formal ceremony at the tribe's Long House near Fort Rupert. He studied carving at the Royal British Columbia Museum with legendary KWAKWAKA'WAKW indigenous carvers Henry Hunt and his son, Tony Hunt. In the mythology of their people, Tsonoqua represents both parsimony and generosity, fear and mirth, ignorance and astuteness, power and wealth.Measures 84 x 38 x 34 inches.Very good condition, displaying the characteristics of age and exposure.Provenance: The Morton and Estelle Sosland Collection.
- BOOKS ON MYTHOLOGY & RELIGIOUS PHILOSOPHY
BOOKS ON MYTHOLOGY & RELIGIOUS PHILOSOPHY Comprising 18 titles (22 volumes).
- LALIQUE FRANCE FLORA FEMALE NUDE GLASS
LALIQUE FRANCE FLORA FEMALE NUDE GLASS SCULPTURELalique France Flora Female Nude Glass Sculpture, from a limited edition of 99; with original case/box Dimensions: 15 1/2 x 10 x 8 in. (39.4 x 25.4 x 20.3 cm.), Box: 19 1/2 x 18 1/2 x 18 in. (49.5 x 47 x 45.7 cm.) Provenance: Note: from Lalique.com: "The radiance of satin-finished crystal highlights this Grand Nude Flora, Goddess of nature and spring in Roman mythology. Captivating with voluptuousness and grace, she watches over foliage, allowing nature to awake each year. The cherry blossoms on her back evoke the world-famous and wondrous blossoming of Japanese cherry trees. This limited edition of 99 pieces demonstrates the extraordinary ability of Lalique glass masters to sculpt the light by fashioning crystal." Condition:
- NEOCLASSICAL FIGURAL MARQUETRY TILT-TOP
NEOCLASSICAL FIGURAL MARQUETRY TILT-TOP TABLENeoclassical tilt-top table, circular tabletop with marquetry figures from mythology, turned center pedestal with geometric string inlay, rising on three scrolled legs, approx 29.75"h, 35.5"diam
- MEISSEN ORMOLU-MOUNTED PORCELAIN TABLE
MEISSEN ORMOLU-MOUNTED PORCELAIN TABLE CASKETMeissen porcelain jewelry/ table casket, in the Capodimonte style, late 19th/ early 20th c., of rectangular form, gilt foliate rinceau, framing molded battle scenes from mythology, hinged top opening to lined interior, blue underglaze crossed swords mark underfoot, impressed 20B 163, star hairline to one side panel, approx 6.25"h, 9.75"w, 5.5"d, 6lbs
- ENGLISH GEORGIAN TAPESTRY COVERED CAMELBACK
ENGLISH GEORGIAN TAPESTRY COVERED CAMELBACK SOFAEnglish Georgian sofa, 18th c., camelback with rolled arms, cushion seat, in worn tapestry upholstery, with figures from mythology and antiquity, mythical beasts and birds, surrounded by fruit branches, scalloped apron, damask covered sides and back, rising on cabriole legs with carved knees, ending in a scrolled foliate toe, wear to upholstery, restoration with age, approx 39.25"h, 72"w, 29"d **Provenance: Lewisham House, Sussex England**
- ENGLISH GEORGIAN TAPESTRY COVERED CAMELBACK
ENGLISH GEORGIAN TAPESTRY COVERED CAMELBACK SOFAEnglish Georgian sofa, 18th c., camelback with rolled arms, cushion seat, in worn tapestry upholstery, with figures from mythology and antiquity, mythical beasts and birds, surrounded by fruit branches, scalloped apron, damask covered sides and back, rising on cabriole legs with carved knees, ending in a scrolled foliate toe, continued degradation and much loss/wear to upholstery, restoration with age, approx 39.25"h, 72"w, 29"d **Provenance: Lewisham House, Sussex England**
- FRENCH BRONZE MODEL OF ATALANTA18 x
FRENCH BRONZE MODEL OF ATALANTA18 x 9 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.
Note: This particular model is based on an ancient Greek sculpture which was copied by Pierre Lepautre (1659-1744), a French sculptor who won the Prix de Rome and studied at the French Academy in Rome. He carved Atalanta for King Louis XIV to be used at Chateau de Marly.
Atalanta's story is part of Greek mythology. Atalanta's father desired a boy, she was taken to Mount Parthenion to be exposed. Artemis, a she-bear, who's cubs had been recently killed by hunters, found Atalanta and nursed her. The hunters discovered Atalanta and raised her in the mountains. Atalanta grew up to be a swift footed virgin who eschewed men and devoted herself to the huntress Artemis.
Galerie Sandrine Ladrière, Paris.
Property of a European Collector
Condition
In good overall condition with a warm patina. Her front leg with an old repair and slight age crack. Wear with chips and nicks to the ebonized wood base with losses around her back foot. Beautifully cast.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.
- KIRK DENNEY: MYTHOLOGY: TWO PANELSTwo-panel
KIRK DENNEY: MYTHOLOGY: TWO PANELSTwo-panel oil on canvas, 1993, signed 'Kirk Denney' and dated on the reverse.
63 x 89 in. (overall), unframed.
Condition
In excellent 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.
- PAIR OF PATINATED BRONZE-MOUNTED BLUE
PAIR OF PATINATED BRONZE-MOUNTED BLUE JOHN AND MARBLE COLUMNSEach fitted with a winged sphinx finial.
16 x 2 3/4 x 2 7/8 in.
Note: According to Greek Mythology, the winged sphinx was a female monster with the body of a lion, head and breasts of a woman, eagles wings, and some had a serpent's tail. She was sent by the gods to plague the town of Thebes as punishment for an ancient crime, preying on its youths and devouring all who failed to solve her riddle.
Condition
Each with nicely carved plinth bases. In good overall condition with very small and minor nicks. Fine quality.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.
- PATINATED BRONZE RECUMBENT NANDI BULL
PATINATED BRONZE RECUMBENT NANDI BULL Bronze recumbent Nandi bull, lord Shiva's conveyance, modeled with an elaborate headdress and band at the belly, with verdigris patination, apparently unmarked. In Hindu mythology, Nandi is the bearer of truth and righteousness and can be found in front of the temples of Shiva. Approximate dimensions: h. 4", w. 2.75", d. 6".
- FIGURAL CANE LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY
FIGURAL CANE LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY LENGTH 31.25".FIGURAL CANE, Late 19th/Early 20th Century, Slender ivory handle, the knob carved as the head of a man wearing a fez hat and hoop earrings, with his mouth open wide in exclamation, showing his teeth and tongue, and an acanthus leaf wrapped around his neck. Relief-carved throat depicts a pair of deer in a tree-filled landscape. Motifs possibly reference Ottoman or Hungarian mythology. Silver metal collar. Malacca shaft with ivory tip. Dimensions: Length 31.25".
- TERRA COTTA VASE HERMES & APOLLOFigural
TERRA COTTA VASE HERMES & APOLLOFigural terra cotta pottery vase with figures from Greek mythology. Heads of Hermes and Apollo. 17 1/4"H x 11 3/4"-diameter at top. Minor chips to both Apollo's crowns, chips to Hermes, both wings on Hermes repaired, chips along bottom edge, scratches throughout, losses to patina.
- Set of 12 Finger Bowls Designed by Sigismund
Set of 12 Finger Bowls Designed by Sigismund Goetze (British, 1866-1939) Executed by Paul Hardy (1862-1942), c.1910 each banded with pierced and repoussé depictions from medieval mythology height 4.75 in — 12.1 cm, diameter 5.1 in — 13 cm