- CHARLES DICKENS, THE HAUNTED MAN, US
CHARLES DICKENS, THE HAUNTED MAN, US EDITION, 1849 The Haunted Man and the Ghost's Bargain by Charles Dickens. Printed in New York by Harper and Brothers, 1849 (undated). Original wrapper. First American edition. Verso of title page is by the same author. Price 6 cents each. The Haunted Man was the fifth and final Christmas book by Dickens, and was first published in the UK on 19 December 1848. This US edition was published on 6 January 1849. [Calinescu Catalogue 91; Edgar & Vail, p. 25; Gimbel A120; Vander Poel B426(1)]. 34pp with 2 pages of advertisements.
- CHARLES DICKENS, REPORT OF DICKENS DINNER,
CHARLES DICKENS, REPORT OF DICKENS DINNER, 1842 Report of the Dinner Given to Charles Dickens, published by William Crosby and Company, Boston, 1842, February 1, 1842. 66 pages in the original wrappers. Reported by Thomas Gill and William English, reporters on the Morning Post. Most of the speeches revised by their authors. Here is an original example of this rare work, regarding a dinner hosted in Boston where Charles Dickens gave a speech on International Copyright. This work was published following Dickens' first trip to America. His visit brought him to such places as Virginia, Missouri,New York and Massachusetts. He particularly enjoyed the city of Boston, which is where this celebratory dinner was held. It is a faithful account of the speeches made that evening. In attendance at the dinner were Oliver Wendell Holmes, Washington Allston, George Bancroft, and Nathan Hale Jr among many noted literary figures. Dickens' personal speech is assigned to pages 10-15, where he introduces the subject of International Copyright. Provenance of H. Gardiner Esq, with respect of the publisher. BAL 4437, 633, 8735(n), etc. ECKEL, p.233. GIMBEL B112. WILSON II:480. CURRIER & TILTON, p.560.
- C DICKENS, DICKENS DINNER IN BOSTON,
C DICKENS, DICKENS DINNER IN BOSTON, FINELY BOUND Report of the Dinner Given to Charles Dickens in Boston, February 1, 1842. Reported by Thomas Gill and William English, Reporters of the Morning Post. Most of the Speeches Revised by Their Authors. Published by William Crosby and Company. Finely bound in what appears to be original bindings with black leather and marbled boards. Gilt titling on the spine. 66 pp. 8vo Dickens's speech on the occasion appears on pp. 10-15, in company with the toasts, greetings or messages by the Danas (both elder and younger), Holmes, and many others. Uncommon. BAL 4437, 633, 8735(n), etc. Eckel, p.233. Gimbel B112. WIlson II:480. Currier and Tipton, p.560.
- CHARLES DICKENS, TRAVELLING LETTERS,
CHARLES DICKENS, TRAVELLING LETTERS, 1846 Charles Dickens, Travelling Letters, first US and first separate edition. Published 1846 by Wiley and Putnam, New York. These sketches of Dickens' travels originally appeared in the London Daily News between 21 January and 11 March 1846 under the same title, before being included in Pictures from Italy that year. Original brown printed wrapper. Part 2 only. Gimbel A99.
- 20 Vintage Glass Christmas Garland.
20 Vintage Glass Christmas Garland. Includes 20 individual strands of vintage glass garlands measuring 8'' to 12'' long in a variety of shapes and colors. All have a metal hook on one end, in fair to good condition with some scratches, color loss, and some cracks; specifically the necks of some of the beads. Comes in a vintage Gimbels Bros. box measuring 13'' x 6''x 4''. Includes If you have any doubt, please ask questions! We will provide extra pictures, or can schedule an in person or video conference preview at your convenience. In house Flat Rate Shipping of $15 is a domestic shipping estimate for first lot and includes insurance. We will gladly combine multiple lots for your convenience and economy. Each additional lot we can pack in the same box is $5 each. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
- CONTINENTAL TAPESTRY WOVEN VALANCE,
CONTINENTAL TAPESTRY WOVEN VALANCE, 237"LContinental tapestry woven valance, possibly for a canopy bed, likely French or Flemish, 17th/ 18th c., with singular figures holding a small mirror, alternating urns with fruit and floral branches, central courting couple in a landscape, displaying stitched slits where two color wefts meet, with metallic gold thread fringe, one end with worn silk damask, retaining lot tags of Gimbel Brothers, Broadway at 33rd Street, New York, valance: approx 22.5"h, 237"l (29" at one end not matching) **Note: Gimbels was a department store chain operating from 1887 to 1987. Its New York store opened in 1910. In the 1940s, the New York store hosted a series of auctions sale of art and antiquities including the William Randolph Hearst collection. The store was featured in the 1947 film "Miracle on 24th Street."**
- ANTIQUE LIFEBOAT PORTABLE COMPASS BINNACLE
ANTIQUE LIFEBOAT PORTABLE COMPASS BINNACLE Housed in a copper case with slant front beveled class lift-off top having folding bail handle, no maker's mark, containing a gimbel mounted wet compass with oil lamp housing retaining the original burner, not electrified. Two iron de-gaussing balls mounted on the sides, 10 1/2" x 20" x 8 1/2" overall, one tab mounting foot gone.
- THOMAS SULLY 'PORTRAIT OF A CHILD' O/C
THOMAS SULLY 'PORTRAIT OF A CHILD' O/C Thomas Sully (American / English 1783-1872), 'Portrait of a Child', oil on canvas, depicting a seated child next to an urn with flowers, signed with initials 'ES' and dated indistinctly 18** to lower left, framed. Provenance: The Estate of Fred Bentley Sr.; Acquired Christie's Rockefeller Center, January 19, 2000, Lot 5; The Collection of the late Elsa Woolworth Miller, Cleveland, Ohio; Kende Galleries at Gimbel Brothers, New York, October 14, 1944, lot 77; R.C. and N.M. Vose, Boston. Approximate dimensions: canvas h. 29.5", w. 24.75"; frame h. 36.5", w. 31.5", d. 2.75"
- COLLECTION OF STAMPS Collection of stamps,
COLLECTION OF STAMPS Collection of stamps, including stamp album with (approx 50) partially filled pages of American stamps mainly from 1940 -1951; sheet of Japanese stamps; (approx 10) postmarked stamps; (2) Gimbels pocket partially filled stamp files, etc.
- 54 PIECE LIMOGES CHINA PARTIAL DINNER
54 PIECE LIMOGES CHINA PARTIAL DINNER SERVICE.54 Piece Limoges, France China Partial Dinner Service. "Wm. Guerin & Co. for Gimbel Brothers. Floral drape design. Condition: : good with some chips.
Condition:
Condition: : good with some chips.
- HIGGS OIL ON PANEL LANDSCAPEHiggs oil
HIGGS OIL ON PANEL LANDSCAPEHiggs oil on panel depicting a fisherman by a stream, signed "Higgs" to lower left; measures approximately 7" high and 9" wide. Gilt framed. Bears and old Gimbel Brothers Picture Store label verso frame.
- WILLIAM ANZALONE (AMERICAN/TEXAS B.
WILLIAM ANZALONE (AMERICAN/TEXAS B. 1935) A PAINTING, "...WILLIAM ANZALONE (American/Texas b. 1935) A PAINTING, "Nude," oil on canvas, signed L/R, verso a paper gallery label. 40" x 30" Provenance: Meredith Long & Company, Houston, Texas; The Adam L. Gimbel Gallery, New York, New York.
Condition:
A paint crack at center, 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."
- ERNEST GARTHWAITE (CANADIAN B. 1940)
ERNEST GARTHWAITE (CANADIAN B. 1940) A DRAWING, "PASTUR...ERNEST GARTHWAITE (Canadian b. 1940) A DRAWING, "Pasture Landing II," NEW YORK, 1981, copper pencil on textured paper, signed and dated in sgraffito pencil L/R, verso titled in pencil and gallery stamp. 21 1/2" x 29" Provenance: The Adam L. Gimbel Gallery, New York, New York.
Condition:
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." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
- EARLY 20TH CENTURY PAIR OF IMPERIAL
EARLY 20TH CENTURY PAIR OF IMPERIAL RUSSIAN SILVER JETO...each formed as a double-headed eagle with a roundel bearing the initials of Nicholas II, probably for the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty, within a velvet cushion; height of each jeton: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in), in Gimbel Brothers box
PROVENANCE
Alexander Palace
Hammer Galleries, New York (accompanied by old inventory labels)
Collection of A. J. Marino, acquired from the above circa 1934
Thence by descent in the family to the present owner
CONDITION
The jetons are in very good original condition. Would benefit from a cleaning.
- PAIR OF GLASS TABLE VASES WITH 14KT.
PAIR OF GLASS TABLE VASES WITH 14KT. GOLD WEIGHTED BASE...American, bases stamped "Brand-Chatillon/14KT/Weighted with Plaster", each with glass basin with flared lip, engraved foliate decoration, 11-1/4 x 4-1/4 in., in Gimbels box
Condition:
surface dirt and accretion, scattered scratches, some polish wear
- METAL ANIMAL GROUPINGCast iron frog,
METAL ANIMAL GROUPINGCast iron frog, 6"L; mouse on lucite mouse trap, mouse 1"H, mouse trap 3 1/4" x 1 3/4"; bronze rat, stamped Gimbel Brothers, Stub on underside, 2 1/2"L
- SET (12) SPODE COPELAND PINK BANDED
SET (12) SPODE COPELAND PINK BANDED GILT PLATES 20th c., English, porcelain dessert or salad plates, having a pink banded border, with floral, scroll, and beaded gilt decoration, and white beaded enamel along edge, "Spode Copeland's China" maker's mark to underside, with "Gimbel Brothers, New York" retailer's mark to underside, 8"dia.
- COLLECTION OF POSTCARDS, C. 1901, GIMBEL
COLLECTION OF POSTCARDS, C. 1901, GIMBEL FAMILY Approx. 275 pieces, dated 1901-1906, most addressed to Benedict Gimbel when he was very young, from various relatives, many in German, images incl. 200 travel (incl. Germany, Switzerland, Atlantic City), 4 Native American, 2 Black Americana, 2 "Midget City", 13 steamship, 22 family photos, and 33 comic and illustration, approx. 3.5"h x 5.25"w and reverse
- BLACKSTONE'S COMMENTARIES, 1ST ED.,
BLACKSTONE'S COMMENTARIES, 1ST ED., 1865, (4) VOLS William Blackstone. Commentaries on the Laws of England. Printed at the Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1765, 1766, 1768, 1768, 1769, in later Bayntun (Riviere) bindings, leather spines and corners, marbled sides, plain endpapers, speckled page edges, Book 1 with envelope to front pastedown with gift card from Gimbel Brothers to president of the Whitney Museum, in custom cloth slipcase, 11.25"h x 7"w x 9"d
- FRANCO-FLEMISH GOTHIC OAK CUPBOARD15th
FRANCO-FLEMISH GOTHIC OAK CUPBOARD15th Century and later, adapted. Rectangular, with an open upper section, the back with linenfold panels, the midsection with two iron-mounted hinged doors, carved with putti in circles, flanked by linen-fold panels above two carved cupboard doors, the sides fitted with linenfold panels, with stiles continuing down to form feet. Height 65 in., Witdh 47 in., Depth 14 in. (Cond: per above adaptation, top later, feet and back with worm damage, shelf later, losses) Accompanied by two document from Hammer Gallery and Gimbel Brothers. Provenance: Per Hammer Galleries, NY, Major Lambert, Audenarde, Belgium, through William Permin…, 1926, for William Randolph Hurst, thence to Hammer Galleries, later sold to Lester Ellerbrock, via Gimble Brothers, thence to the present owner. See attached documents.
- A Rare Lars Donald Duck Felt Sheriff
A Rare Lars Donald Duck Felt Sheriff Doll
Circa 1940s
made in Italy for Gimbels department store.
Height 21 inches.
- PAUL T. FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNITURE
PAUL T. FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. LACQUERED CORK AND MAHOGANY CLOUD TABLE GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN, CIRCA 1950PAUL T. FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNITURE CO. LACQUERED CORK AND MAHOGANY CLOUD TABLE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Circa 1950, Model 5005. Includes original Johnson Furniture Company brochure and Gimbels, New York receipt.
- A Collection of American Silver Hollowware
A Collection of American Silver Hollowware
19th Century
comprising a Fisher Silversmiths Inc. julep cup, a Tiffany & Co. patch box, a Lebkuecher & Co. presentation muffineer engraved 2nd Prize/ Automobile Flower Parade/ M.W.A./ June 23, 1905/ Mr. & Mrs. Oscar Greenwald/ Mrs. Louis Gimbel/ Lee Adam Gimbel/ Louis Gimbel Jr., a Wallace beaker engraved Bond Club of Chicago-1937, two creamer and sugar sets, an enameled scent flask, a Towle sugar bowl, two porringers, a swan-form master salt, a sugar bowl, a pocket watch case, a pair of cordials, three thimbles, two chatelaine clips, two comb holders, a bodkin and eleven salt casters; 36 items total.
each marked 'Sterling'
52 ozt 6 dwt weighable
Height of tallest 4 1/2 inches.
Property from the Estate of Mairly Kroening, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- 50's-70's vintage hat grouping to include
50's-70's vintage hat grouping to include 60's pillbox hat with black beadwork and veil, 60's velvet pillbox with rhinestone adornment at top, veil with damage, Mr. John persian lamb cloche, Bramson 50's gathered cloche, Gene Doris wool and silk beehive, white raffia sunhat, collapsible black straw hat, 60's black velvet hat, 60's black velvet beret, mod velvet cloche, Amy New York 60's clocheand white straw Gimbels sunhat.
- Vintage fur and faux fur hats and accessories
Vintage fur and faux fur hats and accessories to include coyote fur hat, grey wool hat with faur beaver trim, faux fur pom top hat, Contessa made in Italy Yves Saint Laurent beaver fur and velvet couture hat for Marshall Field and Co. hat, (4) mink hats, white mink and silk hat by Gimbels with mink topped gloves.
- 5 MAUCHLINEWARE WOOD TURNED SOUVENIR
5 MAUCHLINEWARE WOOD TURNED SOUVENIR SEWING TOOLSca. 1880-1900; each fine turned maple/hardwood, printed with transfer for souvenir location and clear coat varnished, each attributed to Ayr region of Scotland: "Columbian Egg" Gimbel Brother needle case with three-part construction; sock darner with Stirling Castle scene; trade mark needle case, pat #2001, barrel shape; double end pin cushion with Abbotsford scene, spool shape; 3/4"- 2 3/4"d, 1 3/4"- 4 1/2"h; Condition: all good & appear complete
- GIMBEL BROTHERS QUEEN ANNE STYLE MAHOGANY
GIMBEL BROTHERS QUEEN ANNE STYLE MAHOGANY CABINET 75 X 35 X 20 IN. (190.5 X 88.9 X 50.8 CM.)Gimbel Brothers Queen Anne Style Mahogany Cabinet, Dimensions: 75 x 35 x 20 in. (190.5 x 88.9 x 50.8 cm.)
- Top Hats, Hat Box, Bowlers, Etc. to
Top Hats, Hat Box, Bowlers, Etc. to include Park Felt bowler, 7-3/4, Knox New York Amos B Chase bowler, 7-1/8, assorted fur portions, Gimbel Bros. fur glazing brush, (2) leather collapsible travel box and stitched leather box, wear to strap, 7" dia, Herbert Johnson Brooks Brothers top hat, some denting and wear, fraying to brim, 8"L x 6-1/4" interior, Lincoln Bennett and Co. pristine top hat, 7-3/4"L x 6-1/4"W including leather hat box with various travel stickers
- JERZY KOSSAK 'POLISH UHLAN RESTING THE
JERZY KOSSAK 'POLISH UHLAN RESTING THE HORSES' O/CJerzy Kossak, Poland (1886-1955) Oil on canvas 'Polish Uhlan Resting the Horses', signed & dated lower left, 1927, wood frame. Measures 24"H x 31.25"W framed; 20"H x 27.5" unframed. Label on verso from Gimbel Brothers, New York.
- (3) Designer vintage ladies sun hats
(3) Designer vintage ladies sun hats to inclde Emilio Pucci straw sunhat, made in Italy for Saks FIfth Avenue, Toni Sorel for Gimbel Brothers 1940's straw sunhat, velvet and silk floral adorned and G. Howard Hodge for Gimbel Brothers black raffia sunhat with silk and rhinestone rose.
- Vintage wedding items to include cream
Vintage wedding items to include cream silk Gimbels Philadelphia wedding hat, 40's wedding bonnet, Edwardian crochet purse, 1920's crochet garter, crochet covered cushion, 40's raffia bridal pouch, 60's Something Blue garter, (2) cake toppers, (4) veils, (1) of which with full train and lace collar.
- Vintage reptile skin purse, made in
Vintage reptile skin purse, made in France for Gimbel Brothers, 11-1/2"L, 11-3/4"H to top of handle
- Misc. metalware including silverplate
Misc. metalware including silverplate ice bucket brass gimbel lamps.
- Carved Jade & Sterling Silver Cigar
Carved Jade & Sterling Silver Cigar Lightersigned Gumps gimbeled alcohol burner on finely carved spinach jade serpent & monkey handle 8'' long circa 1920 excellent.
- Russian Ship's Clock in Box fine gimbeled
Russian Ship's Clock in Box fine gimbeled movement #12472 7 1/2'' square box excellent.
- Hand embroidered kimono made in China
Hand embroidered kimono made in China for Gimbel Brothers New York NY three-quarter length Mediterranean blue with tangerine lining.