A few examples of appraisal values for
BOOTH

• 3 LITHOGRAPH TIN BUILDING
  3 LITHOGRAPH TIN BUILDING BANKSca. 1910; rare "Morrison Home Bank" mechanical ticket booth bank produced by William Morrison, coin operated ticket dispenser box with key and some tickets, 5 3/4"x 6 1/4", Condition: marked patent applied for, good; two small Lehman (?) German made two-story trade advertising banks for Stollwerek's Chocolate, 3 1/4"x 2 1/2"x 2 1/4", Condition: one fair with extensive wear; other good
• Miscellaneous ceramics, including a
  Miscellaneous ceramics, including a blue and white tea canister and cover, Booths Old Willow pattern tureen and cover, etc
• Miscellaneous Royal Worcester,
  Miscellaneous Royal Worcester, Booths and other pottery and porcelain jugs, 19th c and later
• Miscellaneous items, including a
  Miscellaneous items, including a Victorian oil lamp with cast iron base, Booths Dovedale dish, 35cm diam, a glass dome, 28 x 14cm, paperweights, children's books and a Victorian giltmetal mounted leather covered family Bible
• CHINESE SILVER
  CHINESE SILVER BRONZE"PHOENIX"MIRROR, TANG DYNASTY Chinese archaistic silvery bronze mirror, dated from Tang Dynasty ,cast in the center with ring encircling the knob,within swirling incised phoenix design D:4 5/8"(11.8 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in overall good condition with surface wear and patina throughout
• CHINESE BRONZE FANGHU AND COVER
  CHINESE BRONZE FANGHU AND COVER ,HAN DYNASTY A Chinese bronze Fanghu and cover, dating from the Han dynasty. in square section the pear shaped body rising from a slightly splayed foot to a waisted neck, flanked by a pair of beast mask handles each suspending a lose ring, the sloping cover surmounted by four chi dragon shaped hooked rings, the surface with patches of reddish white and malachite encrustation, Archaic motif decoration incised in bronze throughout H. 14 3/4" (37.5 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in good condition overall with surface wear and patina throughout
• PAIR CHINESE GILT BRONZE TURTLE
  PAIR CHINESE GILT BRONZE TURTLE SEAL, HAN DYNASTY pair of Chinese gilt bronze turtle seal stamp, dated to Han Dynasty, both of square form, the finial carved in the form of a turtle, the seal face carved with four character ,covered gilding with russet skin H: 1"(2.5 cm) W: 3/4"(2 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: both in good condition with patina throughout
• 2 CHINESE ANCIENT BRONZE MIRRORS,
  2 CHINESE ANCIENT BRONZE MIRRORS, HAN DYNASTY Two Chinese ancient bronze mirrors, dating from the Han dynasty (206 BCE-220CE). The smaller mirror with lobed rim has lion and phoenix design with a nub, Larger circular mirror with deep edge and inner ring, flat surface, nub with hole Smaller D: 3 3/4" (9.5cm), Larger: 6" (15.2 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: both in good condition with surface wear, patina throughout
• CHINESE BRONZE DAGGER AXE,
  CHINESE BRONZE DAGGER AXE, WARRING STATE A Chinese bronze dagger axe, dating from the Warring States period (475-221 BCE). A dragon shaped creature is cast behind the blade, and a sturdy base underneath has a triangular shaped hole for the pole or handle. L. 5 5/8" (14.2 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in good condition overall with patina over the bronze.
• CHINESE RITUAL COVERED DOU
  CHINESE RITUAL COVERED DOU VESSEL, EASTERN ZHOU Chinese ritual covered Dou vessel, dated from Eastern Zhou- Warring State, the deep rounded body supported by a stem and flared foot ,flanked by two loop handles on the sides and full of incised "spiral"decoration along the waist, cover and foot, filled with ,the bronze with a dark patina and patches of malachite encrustation H:9" (22.8 cm) Provenance: Collection of Mr, and Mrs. Ralph Harman Booth, Grosse Pointe, Michigan,acquired in the 1930s, and thence by descent Link to HD Natural Light photos:Click here for high resolution imagesCondition: in overall good condition, the cover is slightly warped, some general wear to the surface and minute nicks to the rim, patina and encrustation in throughout
• SEVEN COFFEE TABLE BOOKS ON
  SEVEN COFFEE TABLE BOOKS ON CONTEMPORARY ART Lot of seven coffee table books on contemporary art, including The Machine: As Seen at the End of the Mechanical Age, printed 1968 by the Museum of Modern Art; Art at the Turn of the Millennium by Burkhard Riemschneider and Uta Grosenick, printed 1999 by Taschen; Women Artists in the 20th and 21st Century by Uta Grosenick, printed 2001 by Taschen; Futurism and Futurisms, printed 1996 by Abbeville; Regarding Beauty: A View of the Late Twentieth Century, printed 1999 by the Smithsonian; Jeff Koons, printed 1992 by Taschen; Contemporary Art in Print: The Publications of Charles Booth-Clibborn and His Imporint the Paragon Press 1995-2000, published 2001 by Booth Clibborn Editions. Approximate Dimensions:Contemporary Art in Print: h. 12", w. 9.75" Provenance: Private Collection of Bill Stewart, Atlanta, GA.
• 3PCS EDWIN BOOTH SIGNATURE,
  3PCS EDWIN BOOTH SIGNATURE, PRINT, AND LETTER Three pieces of paper ephemera relating to American actor Edwin Booth, older brother of John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of Abraham Lincoln; first is a handwritten Shakespeare quote in the hand of Edwin Booth and signed by him, The quote is from As You Like It and says, 'All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances, and each man in his time plays many parts, His acts being seven ages...' Booth added below, 'From Shakespeare's 'As You Like It', signed with a flourish and dated April 20, 1887 in Denver, Colorado; the second piece is a print of a portrait done of Edwin Booth by John Singer Sargent, the print has been mounted to a board; the third piece is a handwritten poem from Thomas Bailey Aldrich (American 1836-1907), containing the second half of his poem 'Sargent's Portrait of Edwin Booth at 'The Players,' signed by the author at the bottom. Provenance: From the Private Collection of Tania Armour Becker, Atlanta, Georgia. Approximate dimensions: portrait: h. 13.25", w. 9.75"
• GROUP OF CIVIL WAR ITEMS United
  GROUP OF CIVIL WAR ITEMS United States,C. 1861-65A Model 1858 "bullseye" canteen marked on the spout "HADDEN PORTER & BOOTH PHILa" with a coarse jean cloth cover, woven sling, cord, and stopper; a wallet with a two dollar Georgia note dated 1863; and a leather cap box.
• FIVE MID-19TH CENTURY THERMOPLASTIC
  FIVE MID-19TH CENTURY THERMOPLASTIC PHOTOGRAPH CASES WITH FOUR IMAGES PRESENT To include: two (2) quarter-plate cases, the first with a Littlefield, Parsons & Co. interior label and holding a well-preserved daguerreotype of a small boy with a folded fan while the second case lacks an image altogether...plus: two (2) sixth-plate cases with daguerreotypes, the first of a matronly lady in a Holmes, Booth & Haydens case (some spotting), the second case is dated November 1st/59 and holds the portrait of a comely young woman wearing a likely wedding ring; the final case, by S. Peck & Co., holds a sixth-plate portrait of a gentleman and having a 3-cent tax stamp on the back (heavy crazing to the image).
• ASSORTMENT OF MEISSEN "BLUE
  ASSORTMENT OF MEISSEN "BLUE ONION" DINNER CHINA 19th and early 20th century; comprising about 15 pieces. Together with a small group of Booth's and other English blue transfer ware.
• PAIR OF MODERN ITALIAN WALNUT
  PAIR OF MODERN ITALIAN WALNUT CUPBOARDS33 1/4 x 13 1/2 in. diam. Condition Both, in good overall condition. The tops with minor staining from previously fitted glass tops. One with a few age splits. Booth with very minor nicks, fitted with later feet. 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.
• Joseph Hirsch (American, 1910-1981)
  Joseph Hirsch (American, 1910-1981) (2) Lithographs, "The Tear" and "Booth", lithograph on paper, each pencil signed "Joseph Hirsch", largest framed size 28-1/4" x 22-1/4", good condition, not inspected out of frame
• (39) Pcs Booths & Woods Ware red
  (39) Pcs Booths & Woods Ware red transferware dinnerware, mostly British Scenery pattern, c/o (7) 10-3/8" dinner plates (5 with chips), (2) 6" B&B plates, (4) 5-1/4" fruit bowls (1 with chip), (5) cereal bowls (1 with chip), (4) teacups, (4) Woods Ware saucers, sauce boat with attached under tray, (2) round serving bowls, 12-1/2" x 9-3/4" oval platter, teapot, sugar bowl, creamer, Woods Ware open salt, (5) 4-1/2" Woods Seaforth butter pats (2 with crazing, 1 with crazing & hairline), 2 cereal bowls chipped, 2 fruit bowls chipped, 1 serving bowl chipped
• AESTHETIC DESIGN VICTORIAN T.G.F
  AESTHETIC DESIGN VICTORIAN T.G.F & BOOTH 'LUCKNOW' PATTERN SLOP BUCKET. HEIGHT 42CM. More Information AF
• Miscellaneous ceramics, including
  Miscellaneous ceramics, including Arthur Wood basket, Booths Real Old Willow pattern tea and dinner ware, Foley part tea service, etc
• UNKNOWN ARTIST - PEOPLE IN PHONE
  UNKNOWN ARTIST - PEOPLE IN PHONE BOOTHSoil on canvas36 x 24 inches
• (20) Pcs floral porcelain
  (20) Pcs floral porcelain dinnerware, c/o (6) Booths "Dolly Varden" fruit bowls (5-1/4" dia), (5) Booths "Mayfair" B&B plates (6-1/4" dia), Royal Cauldon "Victoria" oval serving bowl, Masons "Regency" covered casserole (crazing). Masons "Strathmore" oval platter (11" x 8-3/4", crazing), Mason's ironstone gravy boat (crazing), (2) Imperial Ironstone Asian style plates (9" dia), (2) unmarked embossed plates (8-1/2" dia), Hammersley Asian style oval bowl (8" x 6-3/4")
• BOOTHS ENGLAND CERAMIC FLOWER
  BOOTHS ENGLAND CERAMIC FLOWER VASE Booths white ceramic flower vase, made in England, marked. 4" H x 5" W
• JAMES W. RILEY "THE FLYING
  JAMES W. RILEY "THE FLYING ISLANDS OF THE NIGHT" Illustrated by Franklin Booth. Published by The Bobbs Merrill Co., Indianapolis, 1913. 10.5" H x 8" W. Foxing and toning noted.
• WPA-ERA AMERICAN "ADMIRAL HOTEL"
  WPA-ERA AMERICAN "ADMIRAL HOTEL" OIL ON BOARD WPA era American Regionalist manner oil on board, depicting car in front of buildings including sign for Admiral Hotel, small booth painted with "Sell Your Car to Us!" possible signature on reverse. Image: 23.5" H x 19.5" W; frame: 26.5" H x 22.5" W x 1.5" D. Some losses along top edge, minor flake loss at lower center.
• JAMES GANTT (1911-1984) GRAPHITE ON
  JAMES GANTT (1911-1984) GRAPHITE ON PAPERJames Britton Gantt (Missouri, 1911-1984) (Circa 1938)The pair of two-sided works on paper include a detailed 1930s supper club interior scene where a four-piece group plays while couples populate booths and a waitress passes by. One of the band members' hat, coat and instrument case are thrown on top of the piano. The work is signed and dated lower right. The opposite side depicts a rancher and an orphaned calf.A second two-sided sheet has figure sketches each side, no signature.These 'Kansas City School' works from that Golden Era are worthy of preservation.Sheet sizes are 10.5 x 13.25 and 12.75 x 15.5 inches.Fair condition noting toning and some surface insect damage.
• (LOT) COLLECTION OF PORCELAIN
  (LOT) COLLECTION OF PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS(lot) Collection of (14) porcelain tea cups with (14) matching saucers, various patterns and makers, highlights include Richard Ginori, Royal Worcester, Coalport, Royal Crown Derby, an example after Floridanica 'Bellis Perennis', marked with a blue crown over F (likely Furstenberg, Germany), Lenox, Limoges, Booths, etc., largest saucer: approx 5.25"w, 6lbs
• (48) ENGLISH BOOTHS FRESIAN PARTIAL
  (48) ENGLISH BOOTHS FRESIAN PARTIAL DINNER SERVICE(set of 48) English Booths partial dinner service, in the "Fresian" pattern, with gilt rim and floral decoration, including: (7) dinner plates, 10.5"diam, (11) salad plates, 7.75"diam, (5) soup bowls, 8.5"diam, (10) tea cups, 2.75"h, (11) saucers, 5.75"diam, (1) creamer, 4.75"h, (1) oval serving platter, 12"l, 9.5"w, (2) oval vegetable bowls, 10"l, 8"w; crazing and some discoloration, 33lbs total **Provenance: From the Estate of Huey Keeney of Tyler, Texas**
• LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED MAHOGANY
  LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED MAHOGANY BOUILLOTTE TABLEFitted with a marble top. 28 x 25 1/2 in. diam. Blaine and Booth Antiques, Corp., December 9, 1963. Condition Overall good overall condition with minor scuffing and surface stains to the marble top. Structurally sound.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.
• RAYMOND C. BOOTH (1929-2015):
  RAYMOND C. BOOTH (1929-2015): CAMPANULA PUNCTATA; AND PRUNUS SERRULATA VAR. SPONTANEATwo oil and pencil on paper, 1997, both signed 'RC Booth lower right, one with label from The Fine Art Society, London. Both 16 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. (sight), 21 1/4 x 17 in. (frame). Condition Both with pale staining and foxing. Otherwise apparently in good condition. Not examined out of frame.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.
• RAYMOND C. BOOTH (1929-2015):
  RAYMOND C. BOOTH (1929-2015): FRITILLARIA CAMTSCHATCENSIS; AND PLATYCODON GRANDIFLOROUSTwo acrylic and pencil on paper, 1997, both signed 'RC Booth' lower right or left, with labels from The Fine Art Society, London. Both 16 3/4 x 12 1/2 in. (sight), 21 1/4 x 17 in. (frame). Condition Both apparently in very good condition. Not examined out of frame.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.
• JEWELRY. GROUPING OF SILVER AND
  JEWELRY. GROUPING OF SILVER AND GOLD. Includes a 14kt yellow gold brooch with central oval cut jade pendant flanked by pearls and further accented by (3) pearl drops - stamped verso, "14K"; a possibly silver "Edwin Booth The Only Hamlet" match holder/vesta case; a Mexican sterling fish key ring holder; and a Southwest silver and turquoise cuff bracelet with stamped design - missing two stones. Total approx. weight of 14kt gold brooch is 6.7 dwt (gross); total approx. weight of cuff bracelet is 1.65 troy oz (gross); total approx. weight of key ring is 0.42 troy oz (gross). From a Manhattan, NY estate. Dimensions: brooch measures approx. 1.38" w x 1.95" h. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. No definitive statement is being made as to whether gems/stones are natural, synthetic or treated.
• OLD BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND
  OLD BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND PORCELAIN JARDINIEREBlack printed mark. 6 1/4 x 8 in. diam. Condition Minor wear and 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.
• SET OF THREE BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND
  SET OF THREE BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND PORCELAIN VEGETABLE DISHES AND COVERSBlack printed mark. 7 1/2 x 11 x 9 1/4 in. Condition Minor wear, crazing and some pale staining. 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.
• SET OF TWELVE BOOTH'S BLACK
  SET OF TWELVE BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND PORCELAIN DINNER PLATESBlack printed mark. 10 in. diam. Condition Minor wear, crazing and pale staining. One with a shallow hairline crack to the field. 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.
• BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND PORCELAIN PART
  BOOTH'S BLACK GROUND PORCELAIN PART DESSERT SERVICEBlack printed mark. Comprising: Thirteen dessert plates Twelve demitasse cups Eleven teacups Twenty-four saucers The dessert plates 7 in. diam., (60 pcs). Condition Minor wear, crazing and some pale staining. Two dessert plates with minor chips under the rim. A demitasse cup with a hairline crack at rim. A teacup with a hairline crack at rim, another with a chip to the foot. A few saucers with burst glaze bubbles to the underside. Otherwise minor wear and 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.