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ADAM & EVE ILLUSTRATED PRINTED
ADAM & EVE ILLUSTRATED PRINTED FLYLEAF "FALL OFMan" ca. 1815; attributed to Samuel Bauman at Ephrata Cloister, a rare English version printed broadside with watercolor accent printed on screen layed paper with fine border and florette typeset on corners, illustration depicting Adam and Eve on either side of tree with serpent giving Eve an apple, 18"x 13 1/2"; Condition: 1 corner fold, old paper foxing
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EARLY WROUGHT IRON FLAX WORKING
EARLY WROUGHT IRON FLAX WORKING COMB CA. EARLY18th century; initialed "JC" wide bench drive seed ripper comb with 29 hand forged spikes in fine tool decorated bench clip mounted bar with strikes including wide thumbnail and florette, 22"x 10 1/4"; Condition: missing one wrapped tip from end spike
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ELIZABETH MACQUEEN (20TH/21ST
ELIZABETH MACQUEEN (20TH/21ST CENTURY): FLORETTEElizabeth MacQueen, Alabama, 20th/21st Century Florette, bronze, mounted to stone plinth 1992; signed and dated bronze, mounted to stone plinth Dimensions: 40 x 24 x 18 in. (101.6 x 61 x 45.7 cm.), Overall: 42 1/2 in. (108 cm.) high Condition:
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MINIATURE TIGER MAPLE CHEST OF
MINIATURE TIGER MAPLE CHEST OF DRAWERS, 19TH C.Miniature tiger maple chest of drawers, 19th c. , with pierced gallery, glove boxes with ink florettes, and boldly scalloped skirt, 17" h., 15 1/4" w.
NO in-house shipping for this lot.
Condition:
Old repaired break to apron. Drawers are dovetailed and nailed.
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POLYCHROME PAINTED EARTHENWARE HEAD
POLYCHROME PAINTED EARTHENWARE HEAD OF WOMAN Polychrome painted earthenware head of woman, her hair tied into bun adorned with red florettes, possibly Southeast Asian in origin, head mounted to wood stand. Overall: 11" H x 4.75" W x 5.5" D. Scattered losses including to nose and earring.
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PAIR OF DOULTON LAMBETH STONEWARE
PAIR OF DOULTON LAMBETH STONEWARE VASES BY ELIZA SIMMAN...Pair of Doulton Pottery vases with Peacock feathers, flowers, and geometric patterns.
Very well executed, bright cobalt and green coloring among the flora inscribed into the pottery. Artist signatures and stamping to base - Mary Aitken, potter assistant, initials as base as well. Doulton Lambeth Florette mark and stamped 1887 to base.
Artist: Eliza Simmance
Issued: 1887
Dimensions: 7"W x 11.5"H
Manufacturer: Doulton Lambeth
Country of Origin: England
Condition:
Good
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PAIR OF DOULTON LAMBETH STONEWARE
PAIR OF DOULTON LAMBETH STONEWARE VASES BY ELIZA SIMMAN...Pair of Doulton Pottery vases with Peacock feathers, flowers, and geometric patterns.
Very well executed, bright cobalt and green coloring among the flora inscribed into the pottery. Artist signatures and stamping to base - Mary Aitken, potter assistant, initials as base as well. Doulton Lambeth Florette mark and stamped 1887 to base. Professionally restored chip on upper rim on one of the vases.
Artist: Eliza Simmance
Issued: 1887
Dimensions: 7"W x 11.5"H
Manufacturer: Doulton Lambeth
Country of Origin: England
Condition:
Chip to upper rim on one of the vases.
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ROYAL DOULTON PAIR OF ART POTTERY
ROYAL DOULTON PAIR OF ART POTTERY DECORATIVE STONEWARE ...A nice pair of tube lined vases with Florette designs in cobalt blue and green.
#artnouveau #artpottery
Artist: Various
Issued: 1900s
Dimensions: 5"W x 13"H
Manufacturer: Royal Doulton
Country of Origin: England
Condition:
Good, one with minor chip to underside of base
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A PAIR OF VICTORIAN CARVED WALNUT
A PAIR OF VICTORIAN CARVED WALNUT SIDE CHAIRS, LATE 19T...A PAIR OF VICTORIAN CARVED WALNUT SIDE CHAIRS, LATE 19TH CENTURY, each in the Charles II style with an arched crestrail centering pierced scrolling foliage above a similarly carved reticulated splat enclosing a circular florette, flanked by turned baluster and floral block stiles, on a conforming seat with leaf tip border, raised on tapering circular legs with leaf wrapped globular capitals ending in conforming pad feet and connected by an "X" form stretcher with turned finial. Height: 40 1/2" Width: 19" Depth: 17 1/2"
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A LARGE LOUIS XVI STYLE BRONZE
A LARGE LOUIS XVI STYLE BRONZE MOUNTED COBALT BLUE CENT...A LARGE LOUIS XVI STYLE BRONZE MOUNTED COBALT BLUE CENTERPIECE BOWL, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, of tapering oval form with a flaring acanthus leaf tip rim above a short waisted neck centering ribbon tied bows suspending floral garlands, over a shoulder with guilloché detailed banding and flanked by classical maiden mask cast handles, above a flaring socle enclosing a lambrequin modeled mount continuing to leaf tip beaded trim, raised on rectangular paneled feet with scrolling foliate and florette details. Height: 15" Width: 19" Depth: 13"
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A REGENCE STYLE MARBLE TOPPED
A REGENCE STYLE MARBLE TOPPED CARVED WALNUT TABLE DE MI...A REGENCE STYLE MARBLE TOPPED CARVED WALNUT TABLE DE MILIEU, LATE 19TH CENTURY, the serpentine rectangular Rouge de France marble top, above a conforming frieze centering an acanthus wrapped stylized rocaille pendant issuing tapering floral branches, raised on cabriole legs with shell detailed hips over curling tip leaf decoration and ending in scrolled toes, connected by a shaped "X" form stretcher enclosing a florette roundel. Height: 30" Width: 42 3/8" Depth: 29 1/4"
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AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED
AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY SETTEE, LA...AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY SETTEE, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the rectangular molded crest rail above a recessed paneled frieze centering a stylized florette roundel within scrolling foliage and palm frond modeled mounts, flanked by block recessed panels centering florette roundels above a conforming padded back within a similarly carved frame continuing to circular curling leaf carved arms ending in florette roundels, on shaped supports with palm leaf decoration and a padded seat over a paneled seat rail with similarly detailed bronzes, raised on tapering rectangular legs with "S" shaped capitals framing palm frond mounts and ending in conforming rounded block feet, upholstered in green silk fabric with yellow laurel wreath and anthemion woven details, together with a pair of rectangular fringed cushions in matching fabric. Height: 39 3/8" Width: 50 1/2" Depth: 22"
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A NAPOLEON III MOTHER OF PEARL
A NAPOLEON III MOTHER OF PEARL AND BURLED MAHOGANY INLA...A NAPOLEON III MOTHER OF PEARL AND BURLED MAHOGANY INLAID ROSEWOOD TANTALUS CASE, THIRD QUARTER 19TH CENTURY, with a serpentine rectangular double hinged lid and front panel inlaid throughout with mother of pearl florettes, centering burled walnut shaped medallions enclosing tulipwood inlay a quatre faces, within shaped rosewood corner panels, flanked by hinged burled mahogany side doors opening to a rosewood lined interior, on a conforming plinth and raised on circular pad feet. Height: 10 3/4" Width: 12 7/8" Depth: 9 7/8"
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AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED
AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY BERGÈRE, ...AN EMPIRE STYLE GILT BRONZE MOUNTED MAHOGANY BERGÈRE, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the rectangular molded crest rail above a recessed paneled frieze centering a stylized florette roundel within scrolling foliage and palm frond modeled mounts, flanked by block recessed panels centering florette roundels above a conforming padded back within a similarly carved frame continuing to circular curling leaf carved arms ending in florette roundels, on shaped supports with palm leaf decoration and a padded seat over a paneled seat rail with similarly detailed bronzes, raised on tapering rectangular legs with "S" shaped capitals framing palm frond mounts and ending in conforming rounded block feet, upholstered in striped green ground damask. Height: 14 3/8" Width: 26" Depth: 24"
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AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN SILVER PLATED
AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN SILVER PLATED LEMONADE PITCHER ON S...AN ANTIQUE AMERICAN SILVER PLATED LEMONADE PITCHER ON STAND, BY THE MERIDEN BRITANNIA COMPANY, MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT, CIRCA 1868, in the Aesthetic Movement style with an arched handle continuing to reticulated side panels depicting a young girl resting against a picket fence with her yard rake while pointing at a bird nestled amidst fruiting branches, with supporting pins, on sides of a shaped white enameled lined pitcher, centering a shallow relief band of birds fluttering amidst blossoming branches, beneath a flaring lappet paneled rim enclosing a hinged lid with a pierced florette detailed finial, flanked by a loop hollowware handle continuing to fruiting leafy branches, opposite an everted spout, over an underside with circular maker's marks and "PATD JUNE 13,1868," and PATD NOV.3RD,1868," above a circular base issuing conforming condiment shelves beneath a shallow relief band of birds amidst flowering foliage and a removable condensation dish. Height: 21"
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A GROUP OF FOUR BLUE IRIDESCENT ART
A GROUP OF FOUR BLUE IRIDESCENT ART GLASS PAPERWEIGHTS,...A GROUP OF FOUR BLUE IRIDESCENT ART GLASS PAPERWEIGHTS, MODERN, from largest to smallest, a clear paperweight with center florette, signed "Eicholt," 1994; an iridescent paperweight with cascading arabesque dimples, and relief swirl, both verso a makers mark "LEV;" and a blue and gold swirl paperweight, verso signed "Lotton," 1994, largest diameter: 4 1/4".
Condition:
In very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. 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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TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE
TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE PLATTERS, REPTILE AND SHELLS, ...TWO PALISSY WARE FAIENCE PLATTERS, REPTILE AND SHELLS, FRENCH, 19TH CENTURY, each platter with scalloped edges, one platter centering a whelk shell, a frog, a salamander battle, clams, and an oyster shell among leaves on a blue ground, and the second platter arranged with two green crayfish, frogs, and shells centering an interlocking curled blue serpent, the ground carved with florette rondelles and radiating petals, each verso incised marked. 16" x 12" Note: after Bernard Palissy (French c. 1510-1589). Provenance: Property of an Important Houston Antiques Dealer
Condition:
Dust and mild surface soil, one small chip, overall in good to 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.” NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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CHINESE SPINACH GREEN JADE OR
CHINESE SPINACH GREEN JADE OR HARDSTONE 'LOTUS' BOWLwith petal form rim, exterior petal panels each containing one of the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems', central carved flower head to interior and base, 1-7/8 x 6 in.
Provenance: The Estate of Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane, Brookline, Massachusetts; bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1942; re-entered the family via purchase during the 1970s; by descent in family
Note: Fogg Museum accession number 1942.185.110 and description "DARK GREEN LOTUS FLOWER-SHAPED BOWL, decorated with the pa-chi-hsiang (eight auspicious symbols) on the exterior in eight petal-shaped panels, the base with a stylized lotus flower, repeated on the inside in a central florette, 19th century, Height 1-7/8" Diameter 6" $490.00"
Monetary figure was the amount used by the estate for charitable tax deduction purposes with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service in 1942.
Massachusetts collectors Ernest B. Dane and his wife, Helen Pratt Dane, bequeathed a significant collection of Chinese jade and "Numbered Jun" ware to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1942.
Noted amongst this group is a jade wine vessel with dragon and phoenix, which can be viewed on the museum's website here:
https://harvardartmuseums.org/collections/object/205362?position=0
For more on Harvard's collection of "Numbered Jun" ware, see
https://harvardartmuseums.org/tour/numbered-jun-ware-ceramics-for-the-chinese-palace#
To view more jade items from the Dane estate at the Fogg Art Museum, search the acquisition date "1942.185." (jade items begin at number 80) at: https://harvardartmuseums.org/collections?q=
In addition to the highly important donation of Chinese art, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane generously donated a fund for the future acquisition of Oriental art.
Condition:
minor wear, natural inclusions, lacking stand
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CHINESE SPINACH GREEN JADE OR
CHINESE SPINACH GREEN JADE OR HARDSTONE 'LOTUS' BOWLwith petal form rim, exterior petal panels each containing one of the 'Eight Buddhist Emblems', central carved flower head to interior and base, 1-7/8 x 6 in.
Note: Fogg Museum accession number 1942.185.110 and description "DARK GREEN LOTUS FLOWER-SHAPED BOWL, decorated with the pa-chi-hsiang (eight auspicious symbols) on the exterior in eight petal-shaped panels, the base with a stylized lotus flower, repeated on the inside in a central florette, 19th century, Height 1-7/8" Diameter 6" $490.00"
Monetary figure was the amount used by the estate for charitable tax deduction purposes with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service in 1942.
Massachusetts collectors Ernest B. Dane and his wife, Helen Pratt Dane, bequeathed a significant collection of Chinese jade and "Numbered Jun" ware to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1942.
Noted amongst this group is a jade wine vessel with dragon and phoenix, which can be viewed on the museum's website here:
https://harvardartmuseums.org/collections/object/205362?position=0
For more on Harvard's collection of "Numbered Jun" ware, see
https://harvardartmuseums.org/tour/numbered-jun-ware-ceramics-for-the-chinese-palace#
To view more jade items from the Dane estate at the Fogg Art Museum, search the acquisition date "1942.185." (jade items begin at number 80) at: https://harvardartmuseums.org/collections?q=
In addition to the highly important donation of Chinese art, Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane generously donated a fund for the future acquisition of Oriental art.
Provenance: The Estate of Ernest B. and Helen Pratt Dane, Brookline, Massachusetts; bequeathed to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1942; re-entered the family via purchase during the 1970s; by descent in family
Condition:
minor wear, natural inclusions, lacking stand
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STERLING SILVER OVAL PLATTER BY
STERLING SILVER OVAL PLATTER BY TOWLERibbed edge with florettes. Monogrammed. Dimensions: 12.75 H x 18.25 W
Property from the Pennell Estate, ‘4 Winds’ in Washington, CT; a family who traces their history in Washington back to the 1930s.
(WIND6473)(WT)
Condition:
Scratched
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DOUBLE STRAND PEARL NECKLACE WITH
DOUBLE STRAND PEARL NECKLACE WITH 14K GOLD AND GEMSET CLASPDouble Strand Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold and Gemset Clasp, the necklace comprising pearls measuring approx. 7.50 mm. completed with a 14k white gold clasp; accompanied by 14k yellow gold clasp set with seven florettes featuring emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds; necklace lg. 23 in.; clasp dia. 7/8 in. Condition: Condition: the current white gold clasp on the necklace allows for a brooch to be attached
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18K GOLD, SAPPHIRE, AND DIAMOND
18K GOLD, SAPPHIRE, AND DIAMOND HOOP EARRINGS18K Gold, Sapphire, and Diamond Hoop Earrings, each featuring three fancy-cut sapphire florettes flanked by full-cut diamonds and French-cut sapphires; diamonds approx. 0.75 tcw.; 12.76 dwts.; lg. 7/8 in. Condition: Condition: the earring posts fold down so they may be worn as earclips; overall good condition; diamonds G/H/I, SI1-2
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BLACK STARR & FROST PLATINUM, ONYX,
BLACK STARR & FROST PLATINUM, ONYX, DIAMOND, AND EMERALD BROOCHBLACK STARR & FROST Platinum, Onyx, Diamond, and Emerald Brooch the open-work brooch featuring three panels of onyx inset with two half florettes set with full- and single-cut diamonds and cabochon emeralds; signed; 5.15 dwts.; lg. 1 3/4 in. Condition: onyx with three hairline cracks radiation from one of the bezel-set cabochon emeralds; light scratching to platinum commensurate with light wear. Please note: All property is sold "AS IS" and any statement, whether oral or written, is given as a courtesy and shall not be deemed as a guarantee, warranty, or representation of the authenticity of authorship, physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, provenance, exhibitions, literature or historical relevance of the property or otherwise. The absence of a condition report does not imply the item is in perfect condition.
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A LARGE AMPHORA POTTERY FLORETTE
A LARGE AMPHORA POTTERY FLORETTE BASKET VASEA large Amphora pottery florette basket vase, Circa 1918-1939 Marked: Amphora / Made in Czecho-Slovakia / 11534 / 20 The large egg-shaped pottery vase in the form of a woven basket with two twisted gilt handles and decorated with blue and pink florette bands centering opposed gilt roses 15.25" H x 16" W x 15" D Provenance: Private Collection San Mateo, CA Dimensions: 15.25" H x 16" W x 15" D Provenance: Private Collection San Mateo, CA
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JESúS GUERRERO SANTOS, (B. 1939,
JESúS GUERRERO SANTOS, (B. 1939, MEXICAN), A PAIR OF IRON CANDELABRA, APPEAR UNSIGNED, EACH: 15.5" H X 11.25" W X 4.125" DJesús Guerrero Santos, (b. 1939, Mexican) A pair of iron candelabra Appear unsigned Each two-light iron candlestick with scrolls centering applied blue glazed ceramic putti masks with matching blue ceramic cabochons and florettes, 2 pieces Each: 15.5" H x 11.25" W x 4.125" D Appear unsigned Dimensions: Each: 15.5" H x 11.25" W x 4.125" D
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FINE WROUGHT IRON RIGHT-HAND
FINE WROUGHT IRON RIGHT-HAND GOOSEWING AXE MARKEDca. 1800-1840; unattributed maker smoothing goosewing axe with arch top tapered off-set socket, tapered raised butt plate, line of three maker's mark "IXI" across weld line and line of four florette strikes, beard with tombstone arch top key and small file work nib on tip of heel, retaining old dark hickory wood handle, 14 1/4" edge, 23 1/2" overall length; Condition: small hairline crack at beginning of heel, overall good
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FINE WROUGHT IRON LEFT-HAND
FINE WROUGHT IRON LEFT-HAND GOOSEWING AXE MARKED "ca. 1800-1820; unattributed maker smoothing goosewing axe with arch top tapered off-set socket, four fluted line accents at weld, maker's strike "IXI" and three large florette punch strikes; the beard with fine tombstone arch top key and heel with half-round nib accent, retaining early walnut wood handle, 14 1/2 edge, 26" overall length; Condition: good
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VALENTINO GARAVANI PATENT LEATHER
VALENTINO GARAVANI PATENT LEATHER PURSE WITH ROSES Valentino Garavani antique pink patent leather bag with two top handles, rose florettes, and gold-tone metal zipper closure, "VALENTINO / GARAVANI" label inside, together with original dust bag. 13" H x 14" W x 5.5" D.
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LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE
LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE ANDIRONS, PAIR Pair of Louis XVI gilt bronze andirons cast with scrolling foliate design and florettes, each upon four paw feet. Each: 14.25" H x 10.5" W x 5.25" D. Provenance: From a 17 East 89th Street estate.
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DESIGNER HAND-KNOTTED WOOL CARPET
DESIGNER HAND-KNOTTED WOOL CARPET 20th c., open file with dense florette pattern, in olive green, teal, periwinkle blue and violet tones, unmarked, approx. 113"l x 81"w
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NEOCLASSICAL MANNER WOOD
NEOCLASSICAL MANNER WOOD OTTOMANS, PAIR Pair of Neoclassical manner antiqued painted wood stools with four columnar legs carved with foliate leaf motifs and surmounted by florettes, conjoined by an x-form stretcher, upon four bun feet and upholstered in red fabric with gold thread accents. 19" H x 18" diameter.
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LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE
LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE ANDIRONS, PAIR Pair of Louis XVI gilt bronze andirons cast with scrolling foliate design and florettes, each upon four paw feet. Each: 14.25" H x 10.5" W x 5.25" D.
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ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT GILT
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT GILT SILVER TURQUOISE NCKL. Antique vintage Chinese Export triple strand necklace with natural Chinese turquoise pebble beads and fine scrolled filigree wirework florettes of gilt silver rectangular segments with collet set turquoise stones, with box clasp closure. Inner: 19"; outer: 22".
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HERIZ RUG The red field with
HERIZ RUG The red field with stepped diamond shaped medallion, field with geometric and floral leafed motifs and multicolor spandrels, brown border between two minor borders with florettes.
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DAVID ANDERSEN SILVER RED ENAMEL
DAVID ANDERSEN SILVER RED ENAMEL LACE FLORETTE SET Antique David Andersen (Norwegian, 1843-1901) sterling silver red guilloche enamel lace florettes necklace and bracelet set, each marked "David Andersen / Norway / Sterling". Necklace: 17.5" L x 0.5" W; weight: approx. 2.4 ozt inclusive.
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SOUTH PERSIAN VILLAGE RUG - 5' X
SOUTH PERSIAN VILLAGE RUG - 5' X 8'-9" Large stepped rectangular medallion in royal blue, goldenrod, beige and black, set on a light red field, black florette border. Good condition.