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AENEAS RESCUING ANCHISES,
AENEAS RESCUING ANCHISES, MYTHOLOGICAL BRONZE After Pierre LePautre (French, c. 1660-1744). "Aeneas Carrying his Father Anchises Followed by Ascanius", bronze. Apparently unsigned, on slate base.
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Phaedri, aug liberti fabularum
Phaedri, aug liberti fabularum aesopiarum ed. P. Burman, 8vo., cont. calf gilt (worn), Amsterdam 1698
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Italian School 18th Century (i)
Italian School 18th Century (i) Alexander and Diogenes (ii) Study of Aeneas Carrying Anchises Out of Troy
Estimate:$1,000-$1,500
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Attributed to Cesare Gennari
Attributed to Cesare Gennari (Italian, 1637-1688)
Aeneas Taking Leave of Dido
oil on canvas
48 1/2 x 68 inches.
Property from the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg, Florida
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TOMASZ RUT (POLISH/AMERICAN,
TOMASZ RUT (POLISH/AMERICAN, B.1961) "AENEIS"DESCRIPTION: Tomasz Rut signed, limited edition, embellished giclee print on paper. Titled: "Aeneis" features a women embracing linen. Signed "Tomasz Rut" lower right and numbered "27/150" lower left in gold pen. Complete mounted in gold toned ornate frame. CIRCA:20th Ct. ORIGIN:Continental DIMENSIONS: H:38.25" x L:39.75" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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AN EARLY RENAISSANCE BOOK WITH
AN EARLY RENAISSANCE BOOK WITH LOCAL CONNECTION TERENTIUS AFER, Publius. COMOEDIAE. Commentries of Donatus and Guido Juvenalis, edited by Jodocus Badius Ascensius. Lyon: Johann Trechsel, 29 August 1493.
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A Fine Italian Bronze of "Aristides
A Fine Italian Bronze of "Aristides (or Aeschines)" after the early Roman marble copy of a 4th c. BC Hellenistic bronze marble discovered in 1779 and now in The Naples Museum height 34 1/2 in. Reference: Haskell and Penny Taste and the Antique Yale Univ. Press 1981 fig. 79.
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RUT Tomasz (Polish 1961-):
RUT Tomasz (Polish 1961-): ''Aeneis'' Giclee sight size 15'' x 17 1/2'' signed lower right numbered lower left 256/350 framed 29'' x 32''.
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ABRAHAM ORTELIUS, MEDITERRANEAN MAP
ABRAHAM ORTELIUS, MEDITERRANEAN MAP "Aeneae Troiani Navigatio Ad Virgilij Sex priores Aeneidos", hand-colored engraving, possibly 1624 or later, matted and framed under glass, 14"h x 20"w (sight), 23"h x 29"w (frame)
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French bronze figure group
French bronze figure group aeneas, anchises and ascanius escaping troy Bronze, medium brown patina, modeled as Aeneas carrying his blind father Anchises whilst holding the hand of Ascanius his son, stamped 'T. Barbedienne' and foundry seal. H: 27 in. PROVENANCE: Best of France Antiques - good appearance - minor surface wear consistent with age - some minor areas of worn patina to high points
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AGAMEMNON BY AESCHYLUS, CHARLES
AGAMEMNON BY AESCHYLUS, CHARLES JAMES BLOMFIELDAgamemnon by Aeschylus, translated by Charles James Blomfield (English, 1786-1857). 2nd Edition.
Published by Cambridge, 1812. 215 pages of text.
Ancient Greek translated into Latin.
Wear to front and back cover, toning to pages,wear to spine.
8 3/4" L x 5 3/4" W.
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AGAMEMNON BY AESCHYLUS, CHARLES
AGAMEMNON BY AESCHYLUS, CHARLES JAMES BLOMFIELDAgamemnon by Aeschylus, translated by Charles James Blomfield (English, 1786-1857). 2nd Edition.
Published by Cambridge, 1812. 215 pages of text.
Ancient Greek translated into Latin.
Wear to front and back cover, toning to pages, wear to spine.
8 3/4" L x 5 3/4" W.
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FERDINAND BARBEDIENNE BRONZE
FERDINAND BARBEDIENNE BRONZE SCULPTURE OF AENEASFerdinand Barbedienne (French, 1810-1892). Bronze sculpture depicting Aeneas carrying his father, Anchises, on his back and closely followed by his son, Ascanius. Ascanius turns back to glimpse the burning city of Troy while Anchises holds steadfastly to the vessel with his ancestors' ashes. A draped lion skin represents the family's ties to Aphrodite. Stamped "F. Barbedienne Fondeur" along the base of the pillar. Further stamped "Reduction Mecanique A. Collas Brevete" along the base.
Provenance: Unique Shoppe, Seattle, Washington, 1969; Private Minnesota Collection.
Height: 25 1/2 in x width: 11 in x depth: 12 in.
Condition:
The sculpture is in good condition. The patina is rich and even. There are no visible losses or dents. Dirt and dust have collected in the recesses of the work. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
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Flaxman (John) Compositions from
Flaxman (John) Compositions from the Tragedies of Aeshylus Designed by John Flaxman, engraved by Thomas Piroli and the Odyssey of Homer and The Works, Days and Theogony of Hesiod 93
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Cicero, Marcus Tullius. Ad M.
Cicero, Marcus Tullius. Ad M. Brutum orator, Jacob Lodovici Strebaei, Paris J. Roigny 1543. Small 4to., cont. calf (title repaired and laid down). Folding table.
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AFTER PIERRE LEPAUTRE (FRENCH,
AFTER PIERRE LEPAUTRE (FRENCH, 1660-1744) "AENEAS CARRY...DESCRIPTION: After Pierre Lepautre (French, 1660-1744) Patinated bronze figural group depicting Aeneas carrying his father Anchises. Features intricately cast figural details with naturalistic elements. CIRCA: 20th Cent. ORIGIN: France DIMENSIONS: H: 21.5" x W: 12" x L: 10" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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THE LANDING OF AENEAS IN ITALY,
THE LANDING OF AENEAS IN ITALY, ENGRAVING, FRAME: 27 1/4 X 32 3/4 IN. (69.2 X 83.2 CM.)The Landing of Aeneas in Italy, Engraving,, Dimensions: Frame: 27 1/4 x 32 3/4 in. (69.2 x 83.2 cm.)
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CLASSICAL CARVED WHITE MARBLE
CLASSICAL CARVED WHITE MARBLE BUST OF ANACREON (582 BC-485 AD) , 19TH CENTURYCLASSICAL CARVED WHITE MARBLE BUST OF ANACREON (582 BC-485 AD) , 19TH CENTURY, Anacreon was a Greek lyric poet who wrote poems to be accompanied by the lyre; "The Star Spangled Banner" by Francis Scott Key was adapted to one of Anacreon's songs - h:18.25w:15d:8in.
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Casaubon (Isaac), Historiae
Casaubon (Isaac), Historiae Augustae Scriptores Sex, Aelius Spartianus, Iulius Capitolinus, Aelius Lampridius, Vulcatius Gallicanus, Trebellius Pollio, & Flavius Vopiscus, Paris: Ambrosium & Hieronymum Drouart, 1603, 4to, Vellum bound/Provenance: The Estate of the late Diana & Gospatric Home, Lily Farm, Bucks
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Pausanius. Graeciae Descriptio, 4
Pausanius. Graeciae Descriptio, 4 vols, 8vo., vellum, Leipsig Riemer 1822 and 2 others
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Leatherbound books: ancient history
Leatherbound books: ancient history and literature Aesop. THE FABLES OF AESOP. Vols I-II. London: John Stockdale 1793. Fully illustrated with engravings.; Potter John and George Dunbar. ANTIQUITIES OF GREECE. Vols. I-II. Edinburgh: Stirling & Slade 1820.; Gillies John. THE HISTORY OF ANCIENT GREECE. Vols. I-IV. Philadelphia: James Y. Humphreys 1822.; Rollin Charles. THE ANCIENT HISTORY OF THE EGYPTIANS CARTHAGINIANS ASSYRIANS BABYLONIANS MEDES AND PERSIANS MACEDONIANS AND GRECIANS. Vols. II-IV. New York: Nafis & Cornish 1845.; Plutarch. PLUTARCH'S LIVES. Trans. John Langhorne and William Langhorne. Vols. I-VI. London: G.G. and J. Robinson 1801. (17pcs) Provenance: Estate of the late Francis D. ''Skeeter'' McNairy Savannah Georgia. Back   Inquiry    Previous Item  Next Item © Charlton Hall Auctions. Images descriptions and condition reports used on this site are original copyright material and are not to be reproduced without permission. For further information telephone 803.779.5678   © 2012 CHARLTON HALL GALLERIES INC.
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EARLY EDITION OF AESOP'S FABLES
EARLY EDITION OF AESOP'S FABLES AESOPI PHRYGIS FABULAE, ELEGANTISSIMIS ICONIBUS VERAS ANIMALIUM SPECIES AD VIUUM ADUMBRANTIBUS. Tornaesium, 1605. Hardcover. (3" x 4.75"); 410 pp. plus index. 61 woodcuts. Printed in Greek and Latin.
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1 vol. Virgilius Maro, Publius.
1 vol. Virgilius Maro, Publius. [Aenid in Scots.] Virgil's Aenid, Translated into Scottish Verse by... Gawin Douglas. Edinburgh: Andrew Symson and Robert Freebairn, 1710. "A New Edition... [with] A Large Glossary,... Which may serve for a Dictionary to the Old Scottish Language." Folio, contemp. paneled calf, rebacked, orig. gilt spine laid down, old morocco spine label. Scattered light foxing, a few leaves rather browned. Slightly trimmed - no loss of ptg. 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.
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THUCYDIDES Eight Bookes of the
THUCYDIDES Eight Bookes of the Peloponnesian Warre. Translated by Thomas Hobbes. London: Imprinted for Hen: Seile 1629. Folio rebound in recent 3/4 calf over marbled boards renewed endpapers engraved title page with ornamental border engraved head- and tail-pieces two engraved plates and two (of three) engraved maps. First edition of Hobbe's translation. Lacking fold-out map; some soiling and intermittent foxing; preliminary pages with some dampstaining; chipping and manuscript ex-libris to engraved title page.
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ORTELIUS - AEVI VETERIS, TYPUS
ORTELIUS - AEVI VETERIS, TYPUS GEOGRAPHICUSAbraham Ortelius (1527-1598), Aevi Veteris, Typus Geographicus , Antwerp, circa 1624, text verso, in two sheets, engraving on laid paper with hand colored highlights, map of the ancient world based on Ptolemy's works, plate 12-1/8 x 17-3/8 in., sheet 17-1/8 x 22-1/4 in., unframed
Provenance: Humber Family, North Carolina
Condition:
a few light stains, some light foxing to right edge
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Euripidis Tragoediae Fragmenta
Euripidis Tragoediae Fragmenta Epistolae, 4to, 2 vols, Leipzig 1778 and 63 others re Greek classics (language, history, Homer etc) (66)
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A BRONZE FIGURE OF THE POET VIRGIL,
A BRONZE FIGURE OF THE POET VIRGIL, 19TH CENTURYBronze with gold patination
The seated figure is holding a scroll representing the Aenead
12 in. h. x 12 in. l.
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BOOKS: LEC, THE ANABASIS OF
BOOKS: LEC, THE ANABASIS OF XENOPHON The Anabasis of Xenophon, 1969, #776/1500, with newsletter, in slipcase, signed by A. Sassos, 11.75"h x 9"w x 2"d
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J.A. INGRES, STUDY FOR
J.A. INGRES, STUDY FOR APOTHEOISIS OF HOMER, 1827 Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (French,1780-1867), figural study of Odysseus, white pastel, pencil, and gouache on brown paper mounted to board, faintly signed "Ingres", lower right, collection stamp for E.F. Haro lower left, information labels affixed to frame back, matted and framed under glass, 8"h x 8.5"w (sheet), 16"h x 18"w (frame)
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PONTUS. AMISOS. C.85-65 BC. AE23
PONTUS. AMISOS. C.85-65 BC. AE23 Large coin from time of Mithradates The Great featuring Head of Perseus right, wearing Phrygian helmet / AMISOY, Pegasus grazing left; Amisos mint.
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ENRICO FANFANI (ITALY, 1824-1885)
ENRICO FANFANI (ITALY, 1824-1885) "Andromeda", oil on canvas, signed lower right, illegible inscription on back of canvas, depicting the daughter of the king of Aethiopia, Cepheus, and his wife, Cassiopeia; fastened by golden chains as sacrifice to the sea monster Cetus, before rescue by Perseus. In 1920's gilt panel frame, OS: 22 3/4" x 18 3/4", SS: 19 1/2" x 14 1/2". Craquelure, light stretcher impression.
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AESOP'S AND PHAEDRUS FABLES, FIVE
AESOP'S AND PHAEDRUS FABLES, FIVE VOLUMESAesop's and Phaedrus' fables, five volumesLot includes four titles (five volumes): 1. Phaedri, Aug. Liberti Fabularum Aesopiarum Libri V. Notis illustravit in usum serenissimi principis Nassauii David
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Compositions from the Tragedies
Compositions from the Tragedies of Aeschylus. Designed by John Flaxman Engraved by Thomas Piroli 1831 London Miss Flaxman April 15 1831. The complete portfolio of 36 original plates. Engravings in large folio size. Published by Miss Flaxman and Miss Maria Denman 74 Upper Norton Street Fitzroy Square. The names of the characters and the quotations from the tragedies are incorporated into each plate. Overall measures apprx. 11-1/8" x 16-5/8".
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ACHILLEAS APERGIS, BRONZE
ACHILLEAS APERGIS, BRONZE SCULPTURE, C. 1965 Achilleas Apergis (Greek, 1909-1986), Untitled, parcel gilt and white patinated welded bronze, signed "Apergis", "Direzione Dogana Padova" paper label to underside 15.5"h x 15"l x 5"w
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WENCESLAUS HOLLAR (BOHEMIAN,
WENCESLAUS HOLLAR (BOHEMIAN, 1607-1677)Wenceslaus Hollar (Bohemian, 1607-1677), "Aeneas Leaving Troy", c. 1654, etching, from Works of Virgil Containing his Pastorals, Georgics and Aeneis, after Franz Cleyn (German, 1582-1658), sheet 12 3/8 in. x 8 in., unframed Provenance: Property of the Mobile Museum of Art, Mobile, AL, sold to benefit their Collections, Care and Acquisitions Fund. Condition: Overall fair condition
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(TRAVEL: GREECE) The Abbe
(TRAVEL: GREECE) The Abbe Barthelemy; Travels of Anacharsis the Younger in Greece 4th ed. (London: 1806) 7 vols. 8vo. full speckled calf. Lacks 4to plate volume.