- FRANK W. BENSON (1862-1951)Geese Drifting
FRANK W. BENSON (1862-1951)Geese Drifting Down, 1929
signed "Frank W. Benson" lower left
etching, 8 3/4 by 14 in.
Paff #287, edition of 150
Provenance: Private Collection, Middleburg, Virginia
- Robert M. Rucker (American/Louisiana,
Robert M. Rucker (American/Louisiana, 1932-2000) \"Cypress Drifting on the Bayou\", oil on canvas, 30\" x 36\", signed and dated lower left \"Robert M. Rucker 1971\", inscribed on canvas verso \"Rucker 110.84\". Framed.
- HENRI JOSEPH PAUWELS (BELGIAN, 1903-1983)
HENRI JOSEPH PAUWELS (BELGIAN, 1903-1983) OIL PAINTINGSerene impressionist oil painting on canvas depicting gondolas and sailboats drifting dreamily in the sky reflected water.
Pauwels signed to lower right corner. Writing in ball point pen on rear of frame reads: "To Paul and Betty with all our appreciation Paul + Peg 1/10/85." Recessed wood frame with bevel and textured border; weathered white and gold finish. Sight size: 24.5"L x 26"W; frame: 29.25"L x 31"W x 1.5"H.
Artist: Henri Joseph Pauwels
Condition:
Age related wear.
- 2 LESTER CHADBOURNE OIL PAINTINGS, HARBOR
2 LESTER CHADBOURNE OIL PAINTINGS, HARBOR SCENESTwo (2) Lester E. Chadbourne (Massachusetts, 1901-1971) oil marine paintings. 1st item: Oil on canvas painting depicting two ships and a tug boat docked along two wooden piers with remnants of snow, one having a small, wooden rowboat tied on it. Additional vessels are docked along the edge of the bay in the background, beneath a hazy sky. Signed in red " L. E. Chadbourne" lower left. Grogan & Company sticker label affixed, en verso. Housed with wooden liner in a speckled, gray-painted wooden frame. Sight: 19 1/4" H x 23 1/4" W. Framed: 25 1/4" H x 29 1/4" W. 2nd item: Oil on canvasboard painting depicting a ship and two tug boats docked along two wooden piers with an additional ship drifting behind the docked vessels, rendered in a soft pink light. Numerous ships dot the bay at the horizon with a distant coast visible in the background, beneath a hazy sky. Signed "L. E. Chadbourne" lower right. Grogan & Company and numbered sticker labels affixed, en verso. Housed with a canvas mat in a molded giltwood frame with bead course sight edge. Sight: 15 3/8" H x 19 3/8" W. Framed: 21 7/8" H x 25 7/8" W.
The Estate of Carl Klein, Brentwood, Tennessee.
Condition:
1st item: Overall good condition with slight stretcher marks to top edge and two slight abraisions to paint layer, largest measuring 3 1/2" L. 2nd item: Overall good condition with slight scattered surface abrasion, primarily to lower left edge.
- A THREE PIECE KUTANI PARCEL GILT AND
A THREE PIECE KUTANI PARCEL GILT AND IRON RED GROUND AS...A THREE PIECE KUTANI PARCEL GILT AND IRON RED GROUND ASSEMBLED GARNITURE, SIGNED, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912), comprising a pair of finely painted vases each with flaring internal rims centering puff arched red ground panels with gilt scrolling vine details reversing to exterior diapered banding, above a stout neck with fan form reserves enclosing an intricately detailed Buddhistic lion alternating blossoming leafy stems, framed within gilt curling lingzhi foliage and mons beneath spread winged phoenix, above ovoid sides with large fan shaped reserves with a beautifully rendered hawk perched on the branch of an ancient pine before a distant mountainous waterfall and ethereal drifting clouds, alternating a nicely detailed scene of the masculine Marishi deity with hand raised and holding a fan while astride a wild boar before his smiling attendant composed beneath a blossoming prunus tree, partitioned by wave patterned fan style panels framed within similar gilt decoration and floral mons, over an inset ring foot enclosing an underside with iron red six character mark inscription, height: 13 1/2", diameter: 6 1/2"; the polychrome painted red ground Kutani charger centering a nicely detailed peacock strutting before his preening peahen, set amidst a lush garden filled with flowering branches of a cherry tree over blossoming leafy carnation stems and various floral species, verso red three character mark inscription, diameter: 12 1/2".
Condition:
These three Kutani earthenwares are in good shape for their age, use and materials including but not limited to normal gilding wear, surface buildup and crazing throughout, one vase has old faint crossed hairlines on underside and an old kiln firing split on the rim. 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."
- VERY FINE ROBERT STARK JR. (AMERICAN
VERY FINE ROBERT STARK JR. (AMERICAN 1933-2014) OIL ON ...Very Fine Robert Stark Jr. (American 1933-2014) Oil on Canvas "Drifting In ", circa 2005 depicting a lone catboat with red sail on calm Nantucket Harbor waters drifting past Brant Point Lighthouse, in a custom Guido 22/23 karat gold leaf frame embellished with stars in each corner
14 in. x 18 in. Framed 20.5 in. x 24.5 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.
- PHILIP GOODWIN (1881-1935) PRINT "IN
PHILIP GOODWIN (1881-1935) PRINT "IN THE CANOE"Featured in this lot is this framed, Philip R. Goodwin (1881-1935) print titled, "In The Canoe" circa 1905-1910. Philip Russell Goodwin's natural born talent for illustration became evident very early on and by age eleven he had already sold works to Collier's magazine. Goodwin studied under Howard Pyle at the Drexel Institute in Philadelphia from 1899-1900. He agreed to his master's belief that an artist should spend time in the environment which he is illustrating. Goodwin also studied at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Art Students League in New York. Goodwin's illustrations were published in magazines such as Harper's Monthly and Harper's Weekly, Scribner's and celebrated books such as "Call of the Wild" by Jack London and "African Game Trails" by Theodore Roosevelt. The print shows two men in a canoe, drifting down a river as a mountain lion bears its teeth towards the men in the canoe. There is a deer bounding through the shallow river away from the mountain lion and men. One man is wearing a red shirt, while the other wears a hat and a blue shirt. The print is set in a gold gilt frame and sits behind glass. The print shows fair to good condition showing tears on the right side and creases on the top right corner but no other signs of damage are noted. The visible art measures 14 3/8" L x 21 7/8" W, while the entire piece measures 16" L x 23 1/2" W. The piece weighs approx. 3 lbs 8 oz.
- Charles Wilson 'Drifting' Sailboat Small
Charles Wilson 'Drifting' Sailboat Small Etching Framed- 11x9''
- (2) JAPANESE WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCHS, C.
(2) JAPANESE WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCHS, C. 1850 Utagawa Kuniyoshi (Japanese, 1798-1861), "Water, the Drifting Boat--Genji and Two Companions Watching Ducks in Snowy River", from the Five Elements series, 13.75"h x 29"w; with Utagawa Kunisada, Concert in the Palace, 14.25"h x 29"w
- JOHN CUTHBERT HARE (MASSACHUSETTS/FLORIDA,
JOHN CUTHBERT HARE (MASSACHUSETTS/FLORIDA, 1908-1978), PAIR OF DOCK SCENES: “CAPE COD REFLECTIONS” AND “DRIFTING FOG, CAPE COD”., WATERCOLORS ON PAPER, 10” X 12”. FRAMED 16.5” X 18.5”.JOHN CUTHBERT HARE, Massachusetts/Florida, 1908-1978, Pair of dock scenes: "Cape Cod Reflections" and "Drifting Fog, Cape Cod". Both signed lower right "John Hare". Dimensions: Watercolors on paper, 10" x 12". Framed 16.5" x 18.5".
- JOHN TAYLOR ARMS. "DRIFTING, SOMEWHERE
JOHN TAYLOR ARMS. "DRIFTING, SOMEWHERE IN THE ORIENT," ETCHING AND AQUATINT "Drifting, Somewhere in the Orient," etching and aquatint, ed. 14/20, signed lr, plate size: 3 3/4 x 8 1/4 in., framed.
- JACK WILKINSON SMITH (1873-1949), "DRIFTING
JACK WILKINSON SMITH (1873-1949), "DRIFTING FOG," OIL ON CANVAS LAID TO WAXED CANVAS, 24" H X 30" WJack Wilkinson Smith, (1873-1949) "Drifting Fog", Oil on canvas laid to waxed canvas Signed lower left: Jack Wilkinson Smith; titled on a gallery label affixed verso Oil on canvas laid to waxed canvas Dimensions: 24" H x 30" W Provenance: Adamson-Duvannes Galleries, Los Angeles, CA George Stern Fine Arts, Encino, CA Private Collection, Santa Barbara, CA, acquired from the above
- JOHN DUFFIN (BRITISH B. 1965), SEARCHING/
JOHN DUFFIN (BRITISH B. 1965), SEARCHING/ DRIFTING/ HOPING, THREE ETCHINGS FRAMED AS ONE, EACH TITLED, SIGNED L.R. AND NUMBERED 8/60 L.L., FRAME: 30 X 16 IN. (76.2 X 40.6 CM.)John Duffin (British b. 1965), Searching/ Drifting/ Hoping, Three Etchings Framed as One, Each titled, Signed l.r. and numbered 8/60 l.l.,, Dimensions: Frame: 30 x 16 in. (76.2 x 40.6 cm.)
- COASTER AND DRIFTING, TWO LITHOGRAPHS,
COASTER AND DRIFTING, TWO LITHOGRAPHS, SIGNED, FRAMED: LARGER 15 1/2 X 12 IN. (39.4 X 30.5 CM.)Coaster and Drifting, Two Lithographs, Signed,, Dimensions: Framed: larger 15 1/2 x 12 in. (39.4 x 30.5 cm.)
- CONCERT POSTER, HANK WILLIAMS AND HIS
CONCERT POSTER, HANK WILLIAMS AND HIS DRIFTING COWBOYS "Hank Williams and His Drifting Cowboys," circa 1949, blank M.G.M. Records halftone concert poster, sheet (unframed): 17"h x 11"w
- CHINESE WUCAI CUP W/ 5 DEITY FIGURES,19-20TH
CHINESE WUCAI CUP W/ 5 DEITY FIGURES,19-20TH C. A Wuccai glazed Chinese porcelain cup, steep sided, the exterior with 5 scholarly figures standing in a stiff breeze, ribbons, robes, colored smoke, & clouds drifting as an attendant approaches from the reverse face.
H: 3" (7.6 cm) D: 3 1/2" (8.7cm)
Provenance: collection of Mr Ray Dalio, founder of Connecticut`s Bridgewater Associates
Condition: In excellent condition with no damage or restoration evident.
- FRANCIS WHEATON (AMERICAN, 1849 - 1942)
FRANCIS WHEATON (AMERICAN, 1849 - 1942) 14 ¾" x 20 ¾" Drifting snow. Watercolor on paper mounted to board, signed lower left corner, under glass in gilt wood frame, overall 19 ¼" x 25 ?".
- PR J. F. BURNS GONDOLIER GENRE PAINTINGS
PR J. F. BURNS GONDOLIER GENRE PAINTINGS United States,20th CenturyLot includes two images featuring gondoliers, one pulling up to an ornate architectural structure and one drifting along a canal.
- GUY DESSAPT IMPRESSIONIST VENETIAN CANAL
GUY DESSAPT IMPRESSIONIST VENETIAN CANAL PAINTING France,b. 1938Depicts a waterway reflecting colorful buildings lining the way with one lone gondola drifting through. Dessapt studied at the Art Decoratifs School in Paris and spent many days painting in the streets of Montmarte.
- Bonfield William Van de Velde [American/Pennsylvania
Bonfield William Van de Velde [American/Pennsylvania 1834-1885] oil on canvas painting of a snow scene with a team of horses and lumber sled and house in the background titled and signed verso "A Drifting Snow W. Van Bonfield Phila. 1866". 13"x18"
- O. Pizio watercolor matted and framed
O. Pizio watercolor matted and framed behind glass showing solitary gondolier drifting down Venetian canal under the Bridge of Sighs c. 1920 signed ''O. Pizio'' LL handwritten note verso one raised area/slight wavering of paper UR corner some gilt loss and surface scratches to frame ss: 9 1/4'' w. x 12 3/4'' h.
- OOC - 'Drifting Clouds Howards Lake
OOC - 'Drifting Clouds Howards Lake Maine' by Benjamin (Ben) Foster (CT/NY 1852-1926) signed lower left in custom gilt matched corner frame SS: 17 1/2'' x 23 1/2'' OS: 24'' x 30'' very good condition two light scuffs upper left.
- Chinese hanging scroll, ink and color
Chinese hanging scroll, ink and color on silk, mountainside, waterfall, stream beside lake, three figures in a boat drifting along shore, eight-line inscription with two red seal marks, with inscribed wood box, 20th century, scroll 76 x 22-3/4 (26 in. to scroll cups), image 45-1/4 x 16-7/8 in., box 27-1/8 x 3 x 2-7/8 in. Pest residue stains at edges, other stains on brocade and within painting, box with stains, separations, wear.
- A Chinese "Dreamstone" Marble Inset
A Chinese "Dreamstone" Marble Inset Hardwood Table Screen rectangular white gray and green variegated marble panel depicting an imaginary landscape of tall cliffs partially covered in drifting gray clouds sight height 21 1/4 in. width 16 1/4 in. framed and set within a carved hardwood stand overall height 32 in. width 22 3/4 in. depth 10 in. Provenance: Acquired from the Estate of Ernest Lee (1936-1993) Coconut Grove FL. Note: Called "dreamstones " these natural marble canvases so reminiscent of ink landscape paintings have been treasured by scholars for many centuries. They are prominently displayed in studios and gardens where they aid in contemplation and serve as earthly reminders that man's place in the cosmos is neither incidental nor extraordinary. Marble for these so-called stone paintings is predominantly found in the ancient town of Dali in the Yunnan province of southwestern China.
- Cased Merwin & Bray Revolver .42 cal.
Cased Merwin & Bray Revolver .42 cal. 6'' octagonal barrel S/N 4512. Top of barrel marked Merwin & Bray. Blued barrel and cylinder silver-plated frame rosewood grips. Original mahogany case with blue velvet lining. Top of case is painted Steam Yacht Halcyon -Of- New York. Quoted from an article in the New York Times published July 2 1902: ''YACHT HALCYON HELPLESS Steam Craft Broke Her Shaft in the Sound with Her Owner Frederick F. Ames on Board. NORTHPORT L.I. July 1.- The steam yacht Halcyon broke her shaft somewhere off Eaton's Neck Life Saving Station at 3 o'clock in the morning while proceeding down the Sound from Shelter Island to New York with her owner Fredrick F. Ames a business associate in his banking house at 25 Broad street New York and another guest. The screw fell off and was lost in deep water. The yacht was without a launch and Mr. Ames and his companions entered one of the small boats and were rowed to the life saving station through such a wind and sea that they were five hours in making the trip. Mr. Ames later came to this place where he endeavored to charter a tug to go to the assistance of his crippled steamer which was absolutely helpless and when last seen was drifting at the mercy of the currents because as he said there was not enough cable on board to permit her to anchor. The Halcyon which flies the flag of the Atlantic Yacht Club is one of the oldest steam yachts in these waters having been launched from the yards of James Lenox in South Brooklyn in 1875 her first name being the Lookout. Later she did service as the United States Fish Commission steamer Alycon and then rejoined the pleasure fleet. Her present dimensions are: Length 125.2 feet; on the water line 106.3 6 feet 6 inches. She is propelled by a double expansion engine.'' Condition: Barrel retains 85% of the bright original blue finish with some missing on the top of barrel on the frame and on the bottom right flat. Cylinder retains 90% of the original bright blue finish. Frame retains 98% of the original silver finish. Rosewood grips have 100% of the varnished finish. Case is excellent with one partition missing and another is in the case and needs repair.
- Robert M. Rucker (American/Louisiana,
Robert M. Rucker (American/Louisiana, 1932-2000) "Cypress Drifting on the Bayou", oil on canvas, 30" x 36", signed and dated lower left "Robert M. Rucker 1971", inscribed on canvas verso "Rucker 110.84". Framed.
- LLADRO PORCELAIN FIGURINES: 1) A VISIT
LLADRO PORCELAIN FIGURINES: 1) A VISIT TO DREAMLAND 6789G Francisco Polope issued 2001 retired 2004 6 1/4'' x 8 3/4'' with original box; 2) DRIFTING THROUGH DREAMLAND 6758G Joan Coderch issued 2001 with original box.CONDITION: 1) Professional reattachment of two petals.