- Robert Smith autograph letter,
Robert Smith autograph letter, ten lines, Department of State, August 17, 1807, to George Town, The Collector of the Customs, "It has been represented to this Department that an American Seaman of the name of William Anderson has been impressed into the British Navy; & as he is said to have obtained a protection at your office…I am directed to request the favor of you to furnish this Department with a copy of the same…", signed "R. Smith" (1757-1842) as Thomas Jefferson's Secretary of State, 10 x 7-3/4 in. Minor fold separations, edge toning, small loss to one corner. Collection of H. Donald Nelson, Williamsburg, Virginia.
- Smith G. Ralph [American/Pennsylvania
Smith G. Ralph [American/Pennsylvania 20th c.] oil on masonite painting of fisherman on the rocks at either Gloucester or Rockport Massachusetts signed l.l. ?G. Ralph Smith'' and from the estate of the artist.
- G R Ward after Frederick R Say/Portrait
G R Ward after Frederick R Say/Portrait of John Smith, seated/engraving with facsimile signature, 43cm x 34.5cm in a birdseye maple frame/and two family tree engravings showing descendants of George Smith (1765-1836) and Samuel Smith (1754-1834)/Provenance: The Estate of the late Sir John and Lady Smith
- G. RALPH SMITH, OIL ON BOARD G.
G. RALPH SMITH, OIL ON BOARD G. Ralph Smith (American, 20th c.), Modernist rock cliffs, signed lower right, 40.25"h x 30.25"w (sight), 41.25"h x 31.25"w (frame)
- ROBERT SMITH SURTEES, ASK MAMA,
ROBERT SMITH SURTEES, ASK MAMA, MR. FACEY RAMFORD'S HOUNDS, PLAIN OF RINGLETS, HAWBUCK ORANGE, AND MR. SPONGES SPORTING TOUR,
- Richard Smith (British b. 1931)
Richard Smith (British b. 1931) Abstract etching edition 24/40 signed (lower left) 14 1/2 x 30 1/4 inches.
- POSTER, ROBERT SMITHSON Robert
POSTER, ROBERT SMITHSON Robert Smithson (American, 1938-1973), "Great Salt Lake, Utah," halftone poster, unsigned, overall (with frame): 31"h x 41.5"w
- H. Ward J. R. Smith engraver; ''The
H. Ward J. R. Smith engraver; ''The Recruit'' (H. Macklin London 1803) color mezzotint 19 x 24 1/2 in. framed Estimate $ 100-200
- Thomas Sidney Cooper RA (1803-1902)/Group
Thomas Sidney Cooper RA (1803-1902)/Group of Sheep on Romney Marshes/signed and dated 1862/oil on panel, 25.5cm x 15.25cm/Note: labels verso for Thomas Agnew, William Permain and Newman & Cooling Ltd
- RALPH SMITH(American/Virginia,
RALPH SMITH(American/Virginia, 1919-2010)
St. Philips Church, Charleston, signed lower left "Ralph Smith", watercolor on paper, sight 14 x 21 in.; gilt wood frame, 24 x 31 in.
Condition:
good clean paper, nice color, not examined out of frame; frame with light wear
- JOSEPH SMITH (AMERICAN 1798-1876)Joseph
JOSEPH SMITH (AMERICAN 1798-1876)Joseph Smith (American 1798-1876) , oil on canvas of the sloop yacht Eleanor , signed lower right, 22" x 30". Provenance: Vose Galleries.
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Condition:
Signed. Relined. Modern frame. Repaired tears top right, left of Eleanor flag. Some other scattered touch-up, mostly off bow and along left edge.
- SURTEES, ROBERT SMITH [Sporting
SURTEES, ROBERT SMITH [Sporting Works]
Estimate:$400-$600
- Richard Smith (English b. 1931)
Richard Smith (English b. 1931) "Composition in Purple and Green" color lithograph on paper pencil signed dated "'70" and numbered "49/75" 29 1/2 in. x 22 3/8 in. unframed. [
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1920), "FOREST", WATERCOLOR ON PAPER, RICH GREEN FOREST SCENE WITH LUSH TREES AND FOREST FLOOR, SIGNE...Robert Highsmith (American, b. 1920), "Forest", watercolor on paper, rich green forest scene with lush trees and forest floor, signed lower right, framed and matted behind glass, artist label verso, wear consistent with age, not examined out of frame, ss: 14 1/4" h. x 20" w. [PROVENANCE: Benefits Habitat for Humanity North Central Connecticut Tolland County]
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1920) "LOWER FIELD", WATERCOLOR ON PAPER, MOODY LANDSCAPE, GRAY SKIES OVER A TREE LINED MEADOW AND FL...Robert Highsmith (American, B. 1920) "Lower Field", watercolor on paper, moody landscape, gray skies over a tree lined meadow and flowing brook, signed lower right, framed and matted behind glass, artist label verso, wear consistent with age, not examined out of frame, ss: 15 1/4" h. x 21 1/4" w. [PROVENANCE: Benefits Habitat for Humanity North Central Connecticut Tolland County]
- Smith G. Ralph [American/Pennsylvania
Smith G. Ralph [American/Pennsylvania 20th c.] oil on canvas painting of three figures signed l.r. ?G. Ralph Smith'' and from the estate of the artist. 32''x26''
- Robert H. Smith etching Gossips
Robert H. Smith etching Gossips in the harbour Looe Cornwall signed in pencil 5.5 x 6in. Estimate ?30-50 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 Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?60
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1949), BARN AND SILO IN SNOW Watercolor on paper, signed and dated 1973, matted and framed under glass.
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1920) "FERN FOREST", DEPICTS A FOREST FLOOR COVERED IN COLORFUL FERNS, SIGNED LOWER LEFT CORNER, FRAM...Robert Highsmith (American, b. 1920) "Fern Forest", depicts a forest floor covered in colorful ferns, signed lower left corner, framed and matted behind glass, label verso, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age, ss: 18 3/4" h. x 28 1/2" w. [PROVENANCE: Benefits Habitat for Humanity North Central Connecticut Tolland County]
- Smith Russell [American/Pennsylvania
Smith Russell [American/Pennsylvania 1812-1896] oil on canvas landscape painting of a forest scene with a bear at the foot of birch trees signed l.r. ?R.S.''. 20.5''x14.75''
- SMITH, Richard, (American, 20th
SMITH, Richard, (American, 20th C.): ''Everglad'', Color lithograph printed on both sides of paper and then folded, Paper size folded: 15.125 '' x 22.5'', signed lower left, numbered VIII of X, dated 1969, framed, 21.5'' x 29''.
- PAUL SMITH (b. 1969): ROBBIE WILLIAMS
PAUL SMITH (b. 1969): ROBBIE WILLIAMS SERIES 2000 Photographic c-print on aluminum numbered 18/20 signed and dated on verso unframed. Provenance: Property from the collection of Jan Cowles. Exhibited: Robert Sandelson London. 30 x 36 in.
- WILLIAM THOMPSON RUSSEL SMITH(Scottish/America,
WILLIAM THOMPSON RUSSEL SMITH(Scottish/America, 1812-1896)
Sestri, Coast of Genoa, 1851-1871, signed lower left "Russell Smith', inscribed canvas verso "1/2 mile From Sestri, Genoese Coast, Russell Smith 1851-1871", oil on canvas, 20 x 30 in.; reproduction gilt wood frame, 26 x 36 in.
Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina
Condition:
lined, areas of retouch sky, apparent tear repairs; frame with minimal abrasions
- H. ROBERT SMITH (MA, 20TH C.) "Winter
H. ROBERT SMITH (MA, 20TH C.) "Winter Solitude", oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label verso from a Rockport Art Association Exhibition, with an original price of $1,500, depicting a lobster boat hauled out in snow, in artist painted gesso frame with linen liner. OS: 28 1/2" x 34 1/2", SS: 23 1/2" x 29 1/2". Good condition, frame loss.
- H. ROBERT SMITH (MA, 20TH C.) "Winter
H. ROBERT SMITH (MA, 20TH C.) "Winter Solitude", oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label verso from a Rockport Art Association Exhibition, with an original price of $1,500, depicting a lobster boat hauled out in snow, in artist painted gesso frame with linen liner. OS: 28 1/2" x 34 1/2", SS: 23 1/2" x 29 1/2". Good condition, frame loss.
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1920), "EARLY MORNING" WATERCOLOR ON PAPER, A WINTER MORNING LANDSCAPE WITH BARE TREES CASTING LONG S...Robert Highsmith (American, B. 1920), "Early Morning" watercolor on paper, a winter morning landscape with bare trees casting long shadows, signed lower right, framed and matted behind glass, wear consistent with age, not examined out of frame, ss: 14 1/4" h. x 20 1/4" w. [PROVENANCE: Benefits Habitat for Humanity North Central Connecticut Tolland County]
- Robert Rogers Colonial Frontiersman
Robert Rogers Colonial Frontiersman ANS 1778 Robert Rogers (1731-1795). Colonial frontiersman and soldier who fought for the British in the French & Indian Wars and the American Revolution; founder and commander of Rogers' Rangers a highly effective militia in the French & Indian Wars which produced several important leaders in the Continental Army who fought against their former commander. ANS 1p on laid paper 8.25 x 6.5 in. August 20 1778 at Middleton addressed to William Arnold Inn Holder of Greenwich (RI) asking him to retrieve clothing and wafers from a box stored in the inn's cave and to forward the items to Mr. Gideon Mumford who will deliver them. Condition: Scattered stains and soiling with minor holes along the folds.
- REGINALD SMITH (BRITISH, 1855-1925)Reginald
REGINALD SMITH (BRITISH, 1855-1925)Reginald Smith (British, 1855-1925) , "The Rocky Pembroke Coast", watercolor on paper mounted to board, signed lower right, pencil-titled en verso, 26 1/2 in. x 38 5/8 in., framed . Provenance: Collection of Brooke and Maria Fox, Metairie, LA
- THREE ROY CLIFFORD SMITH NANTUCKET
THREE ROY CLIFFORD SMITH NANTUCKET SILKSCREEN PRINTSThree Roy Clifford Smith (American, Flourished 1950s) Nantucket Silkscreen Prints , depicting views of Union Street, The Harbor, and the South Tower, two of which are pencil titled on the mats
5.75 in. x 4.5 in. Framed 11 in. x 9 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 Frederick Richard Say (1805-1860)/Portrait
After Frederick Richard Say (1805-1860)/Portrait of John Smith/mezzotint with facsimile signature, 42cm x 36cm/Provenance: The Estate of the late Sir John and Lady Smith
- Hugh Knight Smith (American, 20th
Hugh Knight Smith (American, 20th c) oil on canvas portrait of a sailing ship, probably the Constitution, signed lower right, sight 24"h x 35"w
- ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B.
ROBERT HIGHSMITH (AMERICAN, B. 1920), "BROOK ICE", WATERCOLOR ON PAPER, DEPICTS A SUNNY WINTER DAY WITH SNOW-COVERED BANKS FOLLOWING...Robert Highsmith (American, b. 1920), "Brook Ice", watercolor on paper, depicts a sunny winter day with snow-covered banks following a winding brook through woodland, bright orange fall leaves visible under melting snow, signed lower right, nicely matted and framed behind glass, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age including some waving of paper, ss: 13 1/4" h. x 19 1/4" w.
- ROBERT MORRIS, LS, NOVEMBER, 1781
ROBERT MORRIS, LS, NOVEMBER, 1781 Robert Morris (1734-1806, Signer of the Declaration of Independence, financier of the Revolution, in 1781 served as Superintendent of Finance) letter, signed, dated at the Marine Office of the United States, November 21, 1781, to three Continental officers appointed as a committee of enquiry; 1 1/2 pp. 4to, 9 x 7 1/4 in. Instructs the officers (Samuel Nicholls, James Craig, and Nathaniel Falkner) to investigate whether Capt. James Nicholson or his officers were culpable in the loss of the warship Trumbull in a battle the previous August. Together with an engraved portrait of Morris.
- SMITH, Ron, (American, 20th Century):
SMITH, Ron, (American, 20th Century): Mountain Men on Horseback, Startling a Swan into Flight, Oil/Canvas, 30'' x 24'', signed lower left, dated '81, encased in original wood frame with minor wear 33'' x 32'', acquired from personal friend and former classmate of Smith's.
- WILLIAM SMITH ROBINSON (PENNSYLVANIA/NEW
WILLIAM SMITH ROBINSON (PENNSYLVANIA/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT/MASSACHUSETTS/FLORIDA, 1861-1945), ROCKY COAST, LIKELY MONHEGAN., OIL ON CANVAS, 40" X 50". FRAMED 47" X 57".WILLIAM SMITH ROBINSON, Pennsylvania/New York/Connecticut/Massachusetts/Florida, 1861-1945, Rocky coast, likely Monhegan. Signed lower left "Wm. S. Robinson". Dimensions: Oil on canvas, 40" x 50". Framed 47" x 57".
- Walter Robertson (Irish, died 1801)
Walter Robertson (Irish, died 1801) miniature portrait of seth johnson, after 1793 Inscribed verso, "Seth Johnson of Middletown, Connecticut and New York. By Walter Robertson (Irish, active in U.S.A. after 1793, died in India, 1802." watercolor on ivory, gilt locket frame. note: Seth Johnson was born November 2, 1767 in Middletown, CT, lived in New York City, and died in Holland Patent, New York on December 7, 1802 at the age of 35. He owned 20,000 acres in Holland Patent which he bought from Lord Holland, and donated several acres to the town for a cemetery. Sight size: 2 5/8 x 2 1/4 in. Frame not original. Some paint loss to left side along edge