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HOBBS

• A RUPERT HOBBS REGENCY STYLE
  A RUPERT HOBBS REGENCY STYLE SCAGLIOLA TABLE LAMPA Rupert Hobbs Regency style gilt bronze mounted scagliola table lamppost 1950Applied label inscribed R HOBBS LONDON.height to top of capital 22in (56cm); height to top of finial 37in (94cm); width 7
• A RUPERT HOBBS GILT BRONZE
  A RUPERT HOBBS GILT BRONZE MOUNTED SCAGLIOLA LAMPA Rupert Hobbs Regency style gilt bronze mounted scagliola table lampAfter Benjamin Vulliamy20th centuryOn square black slate plinth, applied label to slate plinth R.HOBBS LTD. LONDON.height to finial
• Prison. Six cell door locks, four
  Prison. Six cell door locks, four Victorian or early 20th c, several brass mounted, 25 x 35cm, one maker's cast nameplate PATENT INDICATOR HOBBS HART & CO SOLE MANUFACTURERS / MM11 CELL LOCK 76 CHEAPSIDE LONDON More Information Condition evident from image
• MORRIS HENRY HOBBS (1892-1967),
  MORRIS HENRY HOBBS (1892-1967), "LOUISE", ETCHINGMorris Henry Hobbs (1892-1967), "Louise", etching, pencil signed l.r. margin, pencil titled l.l. margin, framed, image size: 4" x 3 3/8". The frame is 15" x 11". Good condition.
• VICTORIAN WALNUT AND MAHOGANY
  VICTORIAN WALNUT AND MAHOGANY PEDESTAL DESK, STAMPED GILLOWIn three parts. The lock plates stamped 'Hobbs & Co., London, Machine Made, Lever'. Fitted with a gilt-tooled leather writing surface. 30 x 4 ft. 8 in. x 28 1/ 2in. Note: The Gillow stamp was used c. 1835-1870. Condition Scuffing and staining to the leather top with an age split in the middle. Three handles broken off with losses to two others. One of three broken handles retained with desk. Missing one ebonized escutcheon with losses to another. Minor nicks and wear throughout. Beautifully carved and structurally sound. 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.
• TROMPE L'OEIL PAINTED PINE CHEST
  TROMPE L'OEIL PAINTED PINE CHEST 19TH CENTURY, WITH LATER DECORATION of rectangular form, painted on three sides to resemble a Georgian country house, with hinged cover, the lock mechanism impressed HOBBS & CO LONDON61.5cm wide, 39cm high, 26cm deep
• FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia,
  FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia, 20th/21st Century) Storm Front Over the Mountain - Late October, signed verso "Frank Hobbs", oil on panel, 6 x 14 in.; gilt wood frame, 11 19-1/2 x 1-1/2 in. Provenance: Hodges Taylor Gallery, Charlotte, North Carolina; Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina Condition: surface is very good and clean; frame with light wear
• FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia,
  FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia, 20th/21st Century) Wakefield, VA - Early Morning, signed verso "Frank Hobbs", oil on canvas, 18 x 24 in.; wood frame, 21-1/2 x 27-1/2 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina Condition: surface is very good; frame with minor scratches
• FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia,
  FRANK HOBBS(American/Virginia, 20th/21st Century) Signal Tower at the Train Station, Staunton, VA, 1998, signed verso "Frank Hobbs", oil on board, 10 x 12 in.; modern wood frame, 17 x 16-1/2 x 1-1/4 in. Provenance: Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina Condition: lovely bright color, surface is very good; frame with light wear
• ENGLISH LEATHER-TOP OAK WRITING
  ENGLISH LEATHER-TOP OAK WRITING DESKEnglish oak writing desk, late 19th/ early 20th c., inset gilt embossed leather writing surface, over two frieze drawers with mask pulls, Hobbs's machine-made lever locks, rising on barley twist supports, over trestle base terminating in mask and scroll feet, approx 28.5"h, 48"w, 27"d
• AMBERINA SACK GLASS VASE. American,
  AMBERINA SACK GLASS VASE. American, fourth quarter 19th century. Most likely Hobbs. Quilted sack vase with rick rack and ruffled edge. Polished pontil. Minor scuffs to bottom. 4.75" h.
• VICTORIAN CARVED MAHOGANY WRITING
  VICTORIAN CARVED MAHOGANY WRITING TABLEOn carved lion's paw feet. The drawer lock marked: HOBBS & Co LONDON LEVER MACHINE MADE'30 1/4 x 43 1/4 x 31 in. Note: Alfred Charles Hobbs (1812-1891), was an American lock salesman who gained notoriety when he picked locks by famous lock-makers. Condition Replaced leather top with age cracks, seam separations and black painted molding rubbed and nicked in places. The drawer pulls replaced and other mounts added later. One side faded from sun exposure. Scattered scuffs and nicks throughout. In generally good restored condition. 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.
• GROUP OF SEVEN SILVER AND SILVER
  GROUP OF SEVEN SILVER AND SILVER PLATE ARTICLESThe silver comprising: An American coin silver card holder, monogrammed 'H.H. Hobbs' A miniature pill box, marked 'Sterling', monogrammed 'WLC' The silver plate comprising: A circular box with cherub An oval pill box A vesta case A cosmetic case A travel inkwell The largest 3 3/4 in. long, 2.1 oz. approx. gross weight. Condition Each with wear and surface abrasions. The card holder with a few bruises. The silver plate all with bruises and wear to the plate with base metal bleeding through. The cosmetic case lacking components, some detached and the mirror with breaks to the edges, the compartment hinge popped. The inkwell with oxidation and encrustation, lacking cork stopper.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.
• George III Silver Rectangular Snuff
  George III Silver Rectangular Snuff Box, Thomas Hobbs, London, 1802 length 2.1 in — 5.3 cm
• FRANK HOBBS (AMERICAN), SEATED
  FRANK HOBBS (AMERICAN), SEATED FIGURE Oil on board, 1983, signed at lower left, signed and inscribed to verso, framed.
• MORRIS HENRY HOBBS
  MORRIS HENRY HOBBS (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA)Morris Henry Hobbs (American/Louisiana, 1892-1967), "Autumn Landscape", 1925, oil on canvas board, signed and dated lower left, "Devoe Studio" label en verso, "Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art, New Orleans" label on backing paper, 18 in. x 23 3/4 in., framed, overall 24 1/2 in. x 30 in. x 1 1/2 in. Provenance: Estate of W. Wayne Lake, New Orleans, LA.
• MORRIS HENRY HOBBS
  MORRIS HENRY HOBBS (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA)Morris Henry Hobbs (American/Louisiana, 1892-1967), "St. Louis Cathedral, Old New Orleans," 1939, etching, pencil-signed and titled lower margin, dated in plate lower center, 5 in. x 3 3/4 in., framed, overall 12 3/4 in. x 10 3/4 in. x 3/4 in. Condition: Overall fair condition.
• LOUISE ALLEN BRONZE OF A
  LOUISE ALLEN BRONZE OF A WOMANLouise Allen Hobbs (American, -1953). Patinated bronze sculpture of a woman. Signed on the base Louise Allen and dated MCMXVI (1916) and double stamped with Ideal Casting Co. Prov., R.I. foundry mark on base. With artist info on underside. 27 3/4"H. Minor losses to patina.
• Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New
  Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New Orleans, 1892-1967) \"Tropical Fish - Priscilla and Black Skirt Tetras\", etching, image 5\" x 4\", pencil signed lower right \"Morris Henry Hobbs\". Unframed.
• Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New
  Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New Orleans, 1892-1967) \"A Creole Courtyard Old New Orleans\", etching ed/400, titled and inscribed lower left \"1st print for Ralph M. Pons Nov. 1946\", pencil signed lower right \"Morris Henry Hobbs\". Unframed.
• Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New
  Morris Henry Hobbs (American/New Orleans, 1892-1967) \"Rue Gruyot, Brest, France 1945\", etching, image 9-1/2\" x 5-1/2\", ed/200, titled lower left, pencil signed lower right \"Morris Henry Hobbs\". Unframed.
• Twenty-Five-Piece Collection of
  Twenty-Five-Piece Collection of Glassware, consisting of an interesting nineteen-piece group of American, Bohemian and English tumblers comprised of a pressed \"uranium\" glass example in \"Daisy and Button\" decor, first quarter 20th century, a sky-blue opalescent \"Coin Dot\" tumbler, fourth quarter 19th century, a matching opalescent white and cranberry tumbler, two matching plain cranberry examples, a similar amethyst example, a \"Baby Coin Dot\" amber tumbler, an opalescent white and cranberry \"Spanish Lace\" tumbler, probably Hobbs, Brockunier and Company, fourth quarter 19th century, a \"Peppermint Stripe\" opalescent white and cranberry example, a spangled \"Vasa Murrhina\" tumbler, a striped ivory opalescent white tumbler, a richly gilt \"Mary Gregory\" enameled Bohemian whiskey glass in transparent yellow, a \"Lily of the Valley\"-enameled whiskey glass of similar form, a German pewter-based polychrome-enameled cranberry whiskey tumbler in \"Gothic Quatrefoils\" decor, a shaded taupe \"Cactus\" tumbler, a parcel-gilt \"Holly Amber\" example, a gold crackle glass tumbler, smaller Amberina Crackle\" whiskey glass, a transparent sky-blue pressed \"Daisy and Button Band\" tumblers, a sky-blue Blenko \"Polka dot\" flared cocktail glass, an American sky-blue pressed toothpick basket, fourth quarter 19th century, a Murano cobalt blue silver deposit glass vase of square section in an overall floral pattern, second quarter 20th century, a smaller emerald green Murano glass silver deposit tall-neck cabinet vase, a tiny transparent royal blue glass cream pitcher in the 18th-century style,a nd an unusual Bohemian honeycomb-cut cobalt-over lattimo glass covered pyriform toilette jar of small size, first quarter 20th century, h. 1-3/4\" to 6\".
• LARRY HOBBS WHITE BUFFALO KACHINA
  LARRY HOBBS WHITE BUFFALO KACHINA DOLL Larry Hobbs White Buffalo Kachina doll, with fur and shell details, wood plinth signed L. Hobbs, within Plexiglas case. figure 23"h, case 24.75"h x 14"w x 14"d
• CRANBERRY ART GLASS 7 PIECE WATER
  CRANBERRY ART GLASS 7 PIECE WATER SET.Cranberry Art Glass 7 Piece Water Set. Attributed to Hobbs with enamel decoration. Pitcher measures 10-1/4"h. Condition: : Good, one tumbler with damage.
• NAUTICAL CHART: N. AMERICA INC.
  NAUTICAL CHART: N. AMERICA INC. BOSTON, NOVA SCOTIANautical Map: A Chart of the Course of North America, from the Strait of Belle Isle to Boston, Banks and Island of Newfoundland, The Gulf and River of St. Lawrence, Nova Scotia, Bay of Fundie &c, Constructed and Drawn from the Latest Surveys by J.S. Hobbs, FRGS, Hydrographer, 1861. Printed on bottom margin: "A New Edition London 1859 by Charles Wilson at the Navigation Warehouse and Naval Academy." Shown are Boston Harbor, Halifax Harbor, Isle St. Pierre, St. John's, Island of St. Paul, Port St. Andrew, and more. Contains navigational advisory notes on topics such as water temperature, winds, and landmarks. Original blueback paper and canvas edging. A & H Creighton Navigational suppliers label en verso. 40" H x 66 1/4" W. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Edge staining, some small paper losses at lower edge, scattered fingerprint smudges and light foxing/staining scattered in the area near left third, scattered creasing, a couple of 1-2" tears at edges and corners.
• HOBBS, STEPHEN. GENE MAZE AND THE
  HOBBS, STEPHEN. GENE MAZE AND THE ART OF BOTTOM DEALING...Hobbs, Stephen. Gene Maze and the Art of Bottom Dealing. Washington, D.C.: Kaufman & Greenberg, 1994. Brown leather stamped in gold with matching slipcase. Being number 7 from the publisher's limited, deluxe, signed and numbered edition. Illustrated. 8vo. Near fine.
• HOBBS, STEPHEN. GENE MAZE AND THE
  HOBBS, STEPHEN. GENE MAZE AND THE ART OF BOTTOM DEALING...Hobbs, Stephen. Gene Maze and the Art of Bottom Dealing. Washington, D.C.: Kaufman & Greenberg, 1994. Unnumbered copy from the deluxe leather-bound first edition, signed on the limitation page by Hobbs and Maze, and inscribed and signed to Jeff (Busby) by Maze on the title page. Illustrated with figures of hand and deck positions. Tall 8vo. Very good.
• MARY HOBBS 2 DRAWINGSMary Hobbs
  MARY HOBBS 2 DRAWINGSMary Hobbs (American 20th/21st c.)- ''Toad You So''; ''Purple Tears''- 2 drawings on paper, both signed M. Hobbs, good condition. 9 1/4 x 12 3/4''; 10 3/4 x 15 1/4''
• A GEORGE III OCTAGONAL MAHOGANY
  A GEORGE III OCTAGONAL MAHOGANY CELLARETTE ON STAND, CI...A GEORGE III OCTAGONAL MAHOGANY CELLARETTE ON STAND, CIRCA 1800, the flame mahogany hinged lid with brass strap mounted sides and fitted with later, "HOBBS & Co / LONDON LEVER MACHINE / MADE," brass lock, opening to an interior with removable zinc liner and enclosed by brass strap mounted tapering sides flanked by later bronze handles raised on a conforming base with splayed Marlborough legs. Height: 27 3/4" Width: 17 1/2" Depth: 17 3/4" Provenance: Private Collection, Houston, Texas Condition: Expected age shrinkage cracks, some warping, normal scuff marks, small scratches, dings, edge wear, veneer loss on one section of base side, surface buildup, repairs, brass straps are tarnished, lid needs to be restored and re-fitted to body, lacking key, and the mahogany has a lovely old patina. Stand is partially later and was fitted with brass casters now lacking. 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.”
• A PUBLIC DEBT OF THE LATE
  A PUBLIC DEBT OF THE LATE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS, FOR 1842 S...A PUBLIC DEBT OF THE LATE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS, FOR 1842 SOMERVILLE CAMPAIGN, SECOND CLASS "B," AUSTIN, JULY 31, 1855, lithograph and manuscript ink on blue tinted wove paper, No. 6434, "This is to Certify that Henry Steel, atty. of J.H. Hobbs has under the provisions of an Act of the Legislature of the State of Texas, entitled An Act to extend the provisions of 'An Act to provide for ascertaining the Debt of the late Republic of Texas,' approve February 7, 1853, filed with the Auditor and Comptroller, A claim for Services on the Somerville Campaign 1842, accounting to Forty-five Dollars...," verso endorsed, "Received Payment July 31, 1865, Henry Steel," and in margin repeating the document No. 6434 and 2nd Class. 10" x 11 1/4" Provenance: Condition: Unframed, cancellation marks, repair with gum stain, creases, ink bleed, one corner torn; otherwise no visible damage or sign of repair. 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.”
• FREDERICK HOBBS (AMERICAN
  FREDERICK HOBBS (AMERICAN 1931-2016)FREDERICK HOBBS (AMERICAN 1931-2016) Bull Confronted by Patriarchs, III , 1967 ink and watercolor on paper 55.5 x 38 cm (21 7/8 x 15 in.) signed lower left center PROVENANCE Finch College Museum of Art, New York, accession no. FCM 68.01 (label on verso backing board) CONDITION Observed in frame. The work appears in excellent original condition. No significant issues to report otherwise. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• MORRIS HENRY HOBBS CHICAGO STREET
  MORRIS HENRY HOBBS CHICAGO STREET SCENE ETCHINGMorris Henry Hobbs (American, 1892-1967). Drypoint etching on paper titled "Street Scene - Chicago," ca. 1930, depicting families and individuals strolling along an urban street with the sprawl of the city seen in the background. Pencil signed along the lower right; titled along the lower left; illegibly numbered from an edition of 50 along the lower left. Provenance: Frederick Baker Inc., Chicago; Distinguished corporate collection, Minnesota. Sight; height: 6 1/4 in x width: 6 1/4 in. Framed; height: 21 1/4 in x width: 17 1/4 in. Condition: Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
• W L HOBBS DIXIE LAND SHEET
  W L HOBBS DIXIE LAND SHEET MUSICMeasures 16.75" tall, 14" wide. Good original condition. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, repairs, restorations or the effects of aging. The majority of the items we sell are Antiques and will show the appropriate wear and Patina. Packaging, Insurance, Handling And Shipping Are Done In House or You Are Welcome To Pick Up In Person Or Make Your Own Shipping Arrangements. Condition: Measures 16.75" tall, 14" wide. Good original condition. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, repairs, restorations or the effects of aging. The majority of the items we sell are Antiques and will show the appropriate wear and Patina. Packaging, Insurance, Handling And Shipping Are Done In House or You Are Welcome To Pick Up In Person Or Make Your Own Shipping Arrangements.
• TEN PIECES ART GLASS WITH APPLIED
  TEN PIECES ART GLASS WITH APPLIED GLASS DECORATIONBritish/American, 19th/20th century, comprising: a pair of Hobbs, Brockunier & Co. yellow vases, with crimped rims, having applied leaf and berry decorations, raised on four feet; Stevens & Williams handled basket with applied cherry and leaf decoration; two white vases with blue strawberry decoration; ribbed pink handled basket, applied flower and leaf decoration; white basket with pink interior, pink applied flowers and multicolor leaves, four feet; Thomas Webb blue owl with crimped rim, applied cherry decoration, four amber feet; two Stevens & Williams white vases with crimped rims, applied acorn and leaf decoration; tallest 13 in. Provenance: Estate of Ronald M. Lambe, Asheville, North Carolina Condition: yellow vases one having cracks to the body, chips to several feet; white basket with chip to handle; white vases with areas of discoloration/spotting; pink basket with chip to handle, chips to applied leaf and flower decoration; white basket with chips to flowers and feet; blue basket some chipping to leaves and feet; each with overall scratching and dirty interiors
• EMPIRE MAHOGANY CHEST HAVING
  EMPIRE MAHOGANY CHEST HAVING BLACK MARBLE TOP OVER FOUR...Empire Mahogany Chest having black marble top over four drawers flanked by gilt bronze mounted columns height 35 1/2 inches, top 23 x 51 1/4 inches Purchased from Carlton Hobbs, London for $3,800. Condition: All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
• GEORGE IV SILVER SUGAR BOWL, HAVING
  GEORGE IV SILVER SUGAR BOWL, HAVING SWING HANDLE, PROBA...George IV Silver Sugar Bowl, having swing handle, probably Jas-Hobbs, oval on oval footed base, height including handle 8 1/2 inches, 7.7 t.oz. Condition: In good condition, minor denting to base near shaft, slight bend to handle, interior with light scratching. All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.