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J. H. MAUMEJEAN ST. CECILIA STAINED
J. H. MAUMEJEAN ST. CECILIA STAINED GLASS WINDOW France,Late 19th- Early 20th CenturyOrnate stained glass window depicting angels, St. Cecilia, monks, and botanical patterns throughout. Created by the Maumejean brothers of France whose work can be found throughout Europe and New England where they were often commissioned.
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AN ANTIQUE CELESTIAL MAP,
AN ANTIQUE CELESTIAL MAP, "THEORIA LUNæ," NUREMBERG, 17...AN ANTIQUE CELESTIAL MAP, "Theoria Lunæ," NUREMBERG, 1735-1742, hand colored engraving on paper, a page fragment from Atlas Coelestis, plate 12, printed by Homann Heirs, a third generation of the original Johann Homann (1664-1724) publishing house, after work presented by leading astronomers and mathematicians including Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727), Tycho Brahe (1546-1601), Jeremiah Horrocks (1618-1641), Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687), Giovanni Battista Riccioli (1598-1671), and Hipparchus (190-120 BC) and a short lecture by William Whiston (1667-1752). 19 1/2" x 23 1/2" Note: Showing elliptical lunar cycles, surfaces of the moon, comets, and other astronomical observations, mathematical models and data. Provenance: Property from a Corporate Art Collection.
Condition:
Some creasing, joined at center as issued, fading of hand coloring, but overall in very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
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CRISTOFANO ROBETTA CERES
CRISTOFANO ROBETTA CERES ALLEGORICAL SATYR GRAVURE Italy,1472-1535Titled "Ceres" depicting the goddess walking in a landscape holding a cornucopia accompanied by infant satyrs, state unknown.
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Celestino Fumagalli (Italian,
Celestino Fumagalli (Italian, 1864-1941)
Woman with Flowers
bronze, on marble base
signed C Fumagalli
Height overall 17 x width of base 15 x depth 10 1/4 inches.
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EMILIA CASTILLO. "THE CELESTIAL
EMILIA CASTILLO. "THE CELESTIAL BOWL," CERAMIC Blue ceramic bowl with gold accents with moon and stars, 1995, signed on bottom, approximately 5 in. H., 18 in. Diam.
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A Celestial Planisphere or Map of
A Celestial Planisphere or Map of the Heavens published by F.J. Huntington Sept. 1 1835 in the State of Connecticut.
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[Mardi Gras] Cenilla Bower
[Mardi Gras] Cenilla Bower Alexander (American/New Orleans 1865-1966) five costume designs two from "The Tempest Float No. 3" including "Prospero" and "Caliban Savage Son of Witch"; two from "Samson and Delilah Float No. 17" including "Philistine Soldier" and "A Philistine Lord"; and "Drusilla" from "Felix and Drusilla Float No. 12" all watercolor on paper unsigned and pencil-titled and titled and inscribed with costume's details en verso 9 1/2 in. x 7 1/2 in. all unframed.
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GLORIA CESAL. "SONNET IN COLOR,
GLORIA CESAL. "SONNET IN COLOR, I, II, III," OIL (Peruvian/American, b. 1949). Series of three oil on canvases, 1996, each signed, additional information affixed on verso, 19 x 16 in., framed.
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BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629):
BASILIUS BESLER (1561-1629): CYCLAMEN & ROSA Two hand-colored engravings. Each 18 3/4 x 15 1/2 in. (image sight) 33 x 29 in. (frame).
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Luciano Castelli (b.1951 Swiss)
Luciano Castelli (b.1951 Swiss) ''Astarte'' (Goddess) 1998 Sculpted Glass 33''x10''x7''. Signed and numbered 3 of 6 edition on base. Purchased at the Hotel Cipriani in Venice 1999 ''Made in Murano'' exhibition. Excellent condition.
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CELESTINA NARANJO + MARTHA
CELESTINA NARANJO + MARTHA APPLELEAF, PAIR OF BLACKWARE POTTERY VESSELSPair of Blackware Pottery Vessels, , Celestina Naranjo, (Santa Clara, 1912 - 1996) Blackware Melon Bowl, ca. 1970, fired clay inscribed: Celestina / Naranjo / Santa Clara / Pueblo Height 3 x Diameter 3 1/4 in. (7.6 x 8.3 cm.) Provenance: The Artist Private Collection, Texas , Martha Appleleaf, (San Ildefonso, b. 1950) Blackware Jar with Design, ca. 2000, fired clay, pigments inscribed: [artist's cipher] / Martha / Appleleaf Height 4 in. x Diameter 5 in. (10.2 x 12.7 cm.) Provenance:Private Collection, Utah Private Collection, Texas
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Fine Crystallized Celestite Sphere,
Fine Crystallized Celestite Sphere, the pale blue stone fashioned as a sphere with openings exhibiting the crystal growths, presented on a brass tripod stand, dia. 4-1/2".
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(2) ANTIQUE HAND-COLORED
(2) ANTIQUE HAND-COLORED CELESTIAL MAPS Later editions, Joannes Janssonius, "Haemisphaerium Scenographicum Australe Coeli Stellati et Terra", originally published 1660, appears to be on laid paper; with, Andreas Cellarius, "Soliscirca Orbem Terrarum Spiralis Revolutio", originally published 1661, appears to be on wove paper; each, 17.5"h x 20"w (sight), 22.5"h x 25.5"w (frame)
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1 vol. Silby, E. A New and
1 vol. Silby, E. A New and Complete Illustration of The Celestial Science of Astrology. London, 1817. 4 parts in 1 vol. Thick 4to, contemp. 1/4 calf & marbled bds., red morocco spine label; scuffed, spine & corners rubbed. With 30 plates (incl. frontis.), plate called for after p.756 bound after p. 1056. Scattered light foxing, minor occasional mostly marginal dampstaining. Dedication leaf loose.
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Magnificently Decorative
Magnificently Decorative Sectional Celestial Chart, 18th century, \"Orbis Coelestis Typus\", six large hand-colored engravings by the great Italian mapmaker, Vincenzo Maria Coronelli (1650-1718), with greatly entertaining depictions of mythological figures and the constellations, each section sight 28\" x 16\", nicely framed.
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COELI STELLATI CHRISTIANI
COELI STELLATI CHRISTIANI HAEMISPHAERIUM PRIUS; AND HAMISPHA LATUM BO ANTI: RIUM STELE REALE QVUM, TWO LATER PHOTOGRAVURES, 26-1/2 X 28Coeli Stellati Christiani Haemisphaerium Prius; and Hamispha Latum Bo Anti: Rium Stele Reale Qvum, Two Later Photogravures, 26-1/2 x 28
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MOTUS COMETARUM IN HEMISPHAERIO
MOTUS COMETARUM IN HEMISPHAERIO BOREALI, CELESTIAL MAP 18 ?" x 22 ½" image size Hand-colored engraved celestial map by Johann Baptist Jomann and published by J.G. Doppelmayr in the "Atlas Coelestis", 1742. Matted under glass in decorative frame, overall 27 ?" x 30 ½".
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18th Century Celestial Chart
18th Century Celestial Chart German, Systema Mundi Tychonicum, by Johann Doppelmayr and Johann Homann, probably from Homann's Atlas Coelestis in quo Mundus Spectabilis, Nuremberg, circa 1740, showing solar system according to the theories of Tycho Brahe and Giovanni Battista Riccioli, five diagrams representing the trajectory and orbit of the planets, twelve signs of the zodiac and Apollo riding his chariot across the sky depicted in central diagram, on laid paper with watermarks, 19-1/2 x 23-1/8 in.,
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Charles Hodges Astrophilogeon,
Charles Hodges Astrophilogeon, approximately one hundred and forty celestial hand-coloured engraved cards (loose)
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ITALIAN SCHOOL: CELESTIAL ANGELS
ITALIAN SCHOOL: CELESTIAL ANGELS (TWO WORKS)Italian School: Celestial Angels (Two Works), 17th century; oil on canvas; one depicted holding the sun, the other the moon Dimensions: Each: 21 1/2 x 12 in. (54.6 x 30.5 cm.), Frame: 23 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (59.7 x 34.3 cm.) Condition: Re-stretched in the 18th century.
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[Mardi Gras] Cenilla Bower
[Mardi Gras] Cenilla Bower Alexander (American/New Orleans 1865-1966) four costume designs including "A Fairy" from "Loh. Float No. 5"; "Venus" from "Pygmalian Float No. 11"; "Beatrice" from "Dante Float No. 13"; and "Daphnis" from "Daphnis and Chloe Float No. 19" all watercolor on paper unsigned and pencil-titled and titled and inscribed with costume's details en verso 9 1/2 in. x 7 1/2in. all unframed.
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A Continental Cast Metal and
A Continental Cast Metal and Slate Encrier depicting a seated Galileo between two globes raised on a rectangular base. Width 16 inches.
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VINCENZO CORONELLI (ITALIAN,
VINCENZO CORONELLI (ITALIAN, 1650–1718), AN ANTIQUE CELESTIAL MAP Engraving on laid paper, printed in 1691 Venice, with center crease as issued, from Ragioni di Copernico Sopra il Secondo moto della Terra che l'annuale Sotto l'Eclittica, in floating frame.
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TERESTIA NARANJO (SANTA CLARA
TERESTIA NARANJO (SANTA CLARA PUEBLO, 1919-1999), PAIR OF NATIVE AMERICAN BLACKWARE POTTERY CANDLESTICKSTERESTIA NARANJO (SANTA CLARA PUEBLO, 1919-1999), PAIR OF NATIVE AMERICAN BLACKWARE POTTERY CANDLESTICKS, each black-on-black decorated with terraced and feather devices, each signed, identified and paper labeled "From The Pueblo of Santa Clara" (2) - h:7in. Provenance: Private Collection Baltimore
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CALMAN SHEMI (B. 1939) ABSTRACT
CALMAN SHEMI (B. 1939) ABSTRACT TAPESTRY TEXTILECalman Shemi (Born 1939)Constellations (Late 20th Century)The mixed media tapestry with colors is signed lower left front and titled verso with number 9/9.Measures 85 x 57 inches.Very good clean condition, free from stain, repair, wear or odor.
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An Ecclesiastical Cope the
An Ecclesiastical Cope the reverse with Latin inscription and an applied depiction of Christ crowned with thorns decorated throughout with animals in gold on a violet ground having gold lining and bullion fringe. Length overall 57 inches.
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CELLARIUS - THEORIA VENERIS ET
CELLARIUS - THEORIA VENERIS ET MERCURII, MAPAndreas Cellarius (circa 1596?1665), Theoria Veneris Et Mercurii , Amsterdam, circa 1660, from the celestial atlas Harmonia Macrocosmica , in two sheets, engraving on laid paper with elaborate colored and gilt highlights, celestial model illustrating the movements of Venus and Mercury, plate 17 x 20-1/4 in., sheet 18-1/4 x 22-3/4 in., unframed
Provenance: Humber Family, North Carolina
Condition:
large handling crease near join line, scattered light staining throughout, some light toning
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Lucite Celestial Double World
Lucite Celestial Double World Globe. Constellations and stars. Four Hollow Column Leg Base Stand.
Dimensions: H: 66 inches: W: 23 inches: D: 23 inches ---
Condition: Area of loss to the outermost dome. Large repair to globe.
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Good Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque,
Good Hand-Painted Porcelain Plaque, depicting "The Vision of St. Cecilia", fourth quarter 19th century, presented in a broad claret velvet mat within a gilded carved wood and plaster frame in the late 19th-century style, plaque h. 9-1/2", w. 6-1/2", overall h. 20-1/8", w. 17-1/4".
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FOLK ART SECRET SOCIETY CELESTIAL &
FOLK ART SECRET SOCIETY CELESTIAL & TERRESTRIAL GLOBESTwo folk art columnar pedestals with celestial and terrestrial globes as finials. Both with carved wood columnar bases with figural acanthus leaf motif leading to rotating globes on top with wire mount. The globes, circa 1910, are by the Atlas Globe Supply Company of Chicago, paper over plaster. Each base is painted gold.
These were believed to be out of a secret society lodge in the New England area.
Each globe stands 36 inches tall and is 16 x 16 inches wide.
Condition
Columnar bases each have extensive chipping and wear to surface. Globes are split at the equator and paper is separating from the globe surfaces. Celestial globe has some loss of paper in one spot.
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J. Celestino Figueroa (19th
J. Celestino Figueroa
(19th Century)
Portrait of Juan Ignacio Galves, 1841
oil on canvas
sitter identified, dated and inscribed (on verso?)
27 1/2 x 24 1/2 inches.
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JULIANA SERAPHIM (CONTEMPORARY
JULIANA SERAPHIM (CONTEMPORARY LEBANESE) TWO ETCHINGS. Comprised of Kawabatta Sleeping Princess edition 59/200 c.1970 and Asturious No.2 1971 edition 18/200. signed by Seraphim LR also signed Miguel Angel Asturias LL loose sheets 20'' x 26'' Condition: No Specific Condition Recorded - Sold As Is
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SUSAN GOTT ''CELESTIAL VESSEL''
SUSAN GOTT ''CELESTIAL VESSEL'' BOWL: GOTT, Susan, (American, 20th C): ''Celestial Vessel'', art glass vase, signed, titled, and dated 2003 at underside of base. Approx. 9.5'' h x 11.5'' l x 7.25'' w. Susan Gott is a Tampa Florida artist, her projects are included in the collections of the City of St. Petersburg, Hillsborough County, Hartline University Transit Center, and the University of Central Florida.
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Celia Perceval (Australia b.
Celia Perceval (Australia b. 1949) "Eagles Over the Hills Above the Coast with Blackbirds". Oil on canvas signed at the lower right framed in a narrow white painted frame overall 31-1/4" x 39-1/4".
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English Stone-Finished
English Stone-Finished Composition Double-Faced Bust of "Ceres", of large size in the neoclassical style, the goddess modeled wearing a diadem of ivy leaves, berries and small fruits, h. 13-1/2", w. 8", d. 10-1/2".
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LA GITANE JENISKA. CELEBRE
LA GITANE JENISKA. CELEBRE VISIONNAIRE.[Benevol] La Gitane Jeniska. Celebre Visionnaire. Paris: Benevol, ca. 1920. Color lithograph one-sheet poster showing the performer, a member of Benevol's troupe, with an astrological wheel in the background. 33 x 24". Folded. Light marginal creasing. A.