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General James Robertson DS 1773
General James Robertson DS 1773 General James Robertson (1717-1788). British Army General who participated in American Revolution and served as civil governor of the Province of New York 1779-83. Signed partially printed pay receipt 6.5 x 8 in. dated October 20 1773 for $514 & 16/56.?
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LIVINGSTON ROBERTS (american d.
LIVINGSTON ROBERTS (american d. 2004) SUNSHINE THROUGH STORM CLOUDS Signed bottom right, oil on board 24 x 36 in. provenance: Estate of Alan S. Kushner, Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania.
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GEN. JAMES ROBERTSON SIGNED SALE OF
GEN. JAMES ROBERTSON SIGNED SALE OF LAND TO JOHN DAVISImportant land indenture signed by James Robertson, the explorer and co-founder of Nashville, concerning a transfer of property between himself and John Davis, a fellow early settler and surveyor of Nashville. The document, executed March 20, 1795, records Robertson selling 440 acres of land in Sumner County to his friend Davis (in fact, Davis's daughter Ciddy married Robertson's son Jonathan). According to this document, the land had been a tract of military land originally granted William Powell for his services in the Continental army in the Revolutionary War and then assigned to Col. Hardy Murfree (see related Murfree-Robertson lot in this auction). James Robertson's autograph (J.L. Robertson) is bold and clear, partially covered at the end by remnants of a seal, but nonetheless a very scarce example of the signature of one of Middle Tennessee's most important historical figures. 12" x 13 1/2". Biography (courtesy The Tennessee Encyclopedia of History and Culture): James Robertson, early leader of both the Watauga and Cumberland settlements, has been called the "Father of Middle Tennessee." Born in 1742 in Virginia, he later moved to North Carolina, where he grew increasingly frustrated with the provincial rule of Governor William Tryon. Encouraged by favorable descriptions of the land west of the Appalachian Mountains, Robertson and several of his neighbors set out for the new frontier. In May 1772, when the Watauga settlers met to establish a government, they selected Robertson as one of the five magistrates to lead the Watauga Association. He was also elected commander of the Watauga Fort. In 1777, Richard Henderson of the Transylvania Land Company acquired a large tract of land from the Cherokees, including most of what constitutes present-day Middle Tennessee; Robertson and eight other men were sent to scout it out in 1778. The following year, Robertson returned with a group of about 250 people to establish a permanent settlement, known today as Nashville. In 1791, President George Washington appointed him brigadier general of the U.S. Army of the region, and In 1804, he was commissioned US Indian Agent to the Chickasaw and Choctaw Nations. A journey in 1814 to the Chickasaw Agency at Chickasaw Bluff resulted in his falling ill, and he died a short time later. He is buried in Nashville's City Cemetery. Provenance: the estate of John Davis descendant Sarah Hunter Hicks Green, formerly of Historic Devon Farm, Nashville, Tennessee. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Seal remnants and fold across Robertson's name. Toning, particularly along fold lines. Fading to writing, reverse side.
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GEN. JAMES ROBERTSON FAMILY RELATED
GEN. JAMES ROBERTSON FAMILY RELATED LOTLot of 4 books related to Nashville and the family of Nashville founding father General James Robertson. Includes 3 books by Sarah Foster Kelley: CHILDREN OF NASHVILLE: LINEAGES OF JAMES ROBERTSON, pub. 1973, hardcover with dust cover, signed and inscribed to Sarah Hunter Hicks Green; SCOTCH-IRISH ORIGINS OF GENERAL JAMES ROBERTSON, pub. 2000, softcover, autographed and numbered 159; and INDEX TO THE FAMILY OF JAMES ROBERTSON, pub. 1973, softcover, autographed and numbered 189. Together with the book OLD DAYS IN NASHVILLE TENNESSEE by Miss Jane Thomas, 1897, lacking covers and containing extensive pencil inscriptions. Provenance: the estate of Sarah Hunter Hicks Green, formerly of Historic Devon Farm, Nashville, Tennessee. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Books in very good condition except where noted in above description.
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ROYAL ROBERTS, TWO-SIDED MM
ROYAL ROBERTS, TWO-SIDED MM FRAMED FOLK ART Royal (Prophet) Robertson (American / Louisina 1936-1997), two sided mixed media work on paper, one side having 'Psalm 86', 1992, ink and mixed media drawing and inscription; the other side having 'Artist patriarchal Prophet', ink and mixed media on paper, signed to upper right and dated en verso, framed. Approximate dimensions: front image h. 21.125, w. 18.25"; back image h. 28", w. 22"; frame h. 32.75", w. 27", d. 2.625".
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George J. Robertson (American
George J. Robertson (American 19th c.) oil on canvas portrait inscribed verso Granville H. Johnson age 3 yrs 7m. Florence M.... ?
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ROBERTSON'S HISTORY OF AMERICA.
ROBERTSON'S HISTORY OF AMERICA. London: Strahan et al 1796 seventh edition three volumes in full leather.
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JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015) GULF
JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015) GULF FISHING PAINTINGFramed acrylic painting on paper, Gulf Coast Fishing, signed lower left Robinson (James Robinson, Texas, 1944-2015), Meredith Long & Company label verso, sight: approx 21.5"h, 29.5"w, overall: approx 30.5"h, 38.5"w, 16.5lbs
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JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015): COVERED
JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015): COVERED JARglazed ceramic; signed; the cover with bison-form handle Dimensions: 9 x 7 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. (22.9 x 19.1 x 16.5 cm.) Condition:
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ROBERTSON WILLIAM The History of
ROBERTSON WILLIAM The History of America. London: Strahan 1803. Tenth edition. 12 vols. 8vo contemporary worn leather. With plate and 4 maps.
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BRAD ROBERTSON (AMERICAN/ALABAMA,
BRAD ROBERTSON (AMERICAN/ALABAMA, 20TH C.)Brad Robertson (American/Alabama, 20th c.) , "Extreme Forces", mixed media on gallery-wrapped canvas, signed twice en verso, artist label with title on stretcher, 60 in. x 48 in., unframed.
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ROBERTSON Glenn (American 20th C.):
ROBERTSON Glenn (American 20th C.): ''John's Jest'' a thoroughbred racing horse Oil/Board 19'' x 25'' signed lower right 'Dunmor Kentuck' titled lower left framed 24'' x 30''.CONDITION: Small abrasion with paint loss in upper portion along the margin .
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Robertson (W) The History of
Robertson (W) The History of America four volumes 13th edition four maps and one plate
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ROBINSON, Robert, (American,
ROBINSON, Robert, (American, 1886-1952): Cover Illustration for ''Motor'' Magazine, February 1931 Depicting a Duryea Automobile Driving by a Blacksmith Shop, Oil/Canvas, 29'' x 21'', signed lower right, large capital M inscribed on the canvas, framed 32.50'' x 24.50''. Included with this lot is a copy of the magazine cover, framed.
CONDITION: Needs cleaning, craquelure mostly in the upper right with some paint fleck.
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PROPHET ROYAL ROBERTSON
PROPHET ROYAL ROBERTSON (AMERICAN/LOUISIANA, 1936-1997)...Prophet Royal Robertson (American/Louisiana, 1936-1997) "Crazy Car", ink drawing on paper, signed. Unframed. Size: 8.5'' x 12'', 22 x 30 cm (sheet).
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JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS
JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "...JAMES ROBINSON (American/Texas 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "Duck Decoys, Black Lab and Hunter in the Swamp," watercolor on paper, signed L/L, "Robinson." 22" x 30" Provenance: Property from a Corporate Art Collection
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.
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JAMES ROBINSON, O/C DOG
JAMES ROBINSON, O/C DOG PORTRAITsigned. Frame size 18" high, 20" wide. Provenance: Property of a Farmington, Connecticut Estate.
Condition:
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Andrew Robertson (British,
Andrew Robertson (British, 1777-1845) PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF AN OFFICER, 1814 PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF AN OFFICER, 1814
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JAMESON, ROBERT MINERALOGICAL
JAMESON, ROBERT
MINERALOGICAL TRAVELS through the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland Islands and Mainland of Scotland. Edinburgh: A. Constable, 1813. 2 volumes in 1, 4to, 4 maps and plans (2 folding), 9 engraved plates, contemporary calf, red morocco label, etching in text at p.243 vol. 1 and p.279 vol. 2, somewhat spotted, slight offsetting to title, rubbed, upper cover detached
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JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS
JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "...JAMES ROBINSON (American/Texas 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "The First Shot," watercolor on paper, signed L/R, "Robinson," 21 1/2" x 29 1/2", framed, 32" x 40".
Condition:
In good condition. 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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ROBERTSON WILLIAM The History of
ROBERTSON WILLIAM The History of America. Dublin: Whiteston et al. 1777. 2 vols. 8vo rebound in beige linen titles in gilt to paper spine labels. With engraved frontispiece to vol. 1 and fold-out frontispiece to vol. II. First Dublin edition. Dampstaining to first 5 leaves vol. 1; offsetting from frontispiece; scattered light brownspotting; otherwise good.
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JOAN E. ROBERTSON (AMERICAN, 20TH
JOAN E. ROBERTSON (AMERICAN, 20TH CENTURY) 30" x 22 ¼" "October Daisies", 1986. Colored pencil on paper, signed and dated lower right corner, floating under plexiglass in silver metal frame, overall 40" x 31 ¾".
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Robert Fowler (Scottish,
Robert Fowler (Scottish, 1853-1926), Knar
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JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS
JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "...JAMES ROBINSON (American/Texas 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "Hill Country River," 20TH CENTURY, watercolor on paper, signed L/R; 21 1/4'' x 29'', framed 29 3/4'' x 37 1/2''.
Condition:
No visible signs of damage. 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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JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015)Canada
JAMES ROBINSON (1944-2015)Canada Geese and Whitetail Buck on the Texas Coast
signed "Robinson (c)" lower right
oil on panel, 22 by 30 in.
James Robinson was a prominent Texas painter of the America West, wildlife, and animals. Born in Houston, he earned his BFA degree from University of Houston before setting out as a commercial artist. Before too long, Robinson could support himself by painting full-time. Among many other honors, he was Ducks Unlimited Artist of the Year in 1990.
Provenance: Private Collection, Texas
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GEORGE ROBERT JAMES, (1932-2016,
GEORGE ROBERT JAMES, (1932-2016, AMERICAN), "AROUND THE ROCK AT TRINIDAD, CALIFORNIA", WATERCOLOR ON PAPER UNDER GLASS, SIGHT: 19.5" HGeorge Robert James, (1932-2016, American) "Around the Rock at Trinidad, California" Watercolor on paper under glass Signed lower left: George R. James, titled on the backing board Sight: 19.5" H x 27.5" W Watercolor on paper under glass Dimensions: Sight: 19.5" H x 27.5" W
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DARELL ROBERTS (AMERICAN. B.
DARELL ROBERTS (AMERICAN. B. 1972)Colorful Array, 2016. Verso signed, titled and dated. Verso with gallery label. Oil on Canvas. Measuring 18 by 14 in. Provenance: McCormick Gallery, Chicago, IL
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JAMES ROBINSON'S GREAT CIRCUS.James
JAMES ROBINSON'S GREAT CIRCUS.James Robinson's Great Circus. Russell and Morgan Printing Co., ca. 1894. Broadside used for performances in Keokuk, featuring images and descriptions of equestrian circus acts and their start times. 10 x 28". Light soiling, creases, large chip with loss to image and text, two smaller marginal chips. Poor.
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Jack Roberts (American, b. 1920)
Jack Roberts
(American, b. 1920)
Untitled
monoprint
signed and numbered 1/1
51 x 64 inches.
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ROBERT BUTLER(American,
ROBERT BUTLER(American, 1943-2014)
Florida Swamp View, oil on canvas, 25 x 31-1/2 in.; modern wood frame 30 x 36 in.
Provenance: Estate of Nadean McArthur, Clyde, North Carolina
Note: Robert Butler was a 20th Century artist best known for his portrayals of the woods and backwaters around Florida's Everglades. He was a member of the well-known African-American artist's group, The Highwaymen.
Condition:
surface is very good, minor abrasions; frame with light wear
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ROBERTS David (Scottish 1796-1864):
ROBERTS David (Scottish 1796-1864): ''Sidon Looking Towards Lebanon'' Lithograph sight size 12 1/4'' x 18 1/2'' wooden frame 19 1/4'' x 25 1/2''.
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DAVID ROBERTS (BRITISH,
DAVID ROBERTS (BRITISH, 1796-1864) COLOR LITHOGRAPHDESCRIPTION: A David Roberts: St. Jean D'acre From the Land. Lithograph from "The Holy Land, Syria, Idumea, Arabia, Egypt & Nubia". Published by Day & Son, London, 1855-56. Framed under glass. CIRCA: 19th Century ORIGIN: England DIMENSIONS: H. 16" x W. 21.5" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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William Robertson (American, 20th
William Robertson (American, 20th century) "Crown of Thorns" modern nail assemblage in shadowbox frame Robertson was a student of the Herron School of Art in Indianapolis. 35 1/2" x 31 3/4"
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THOMAS K. ROBERTS, RCA
THOMAS K. ROBERTS, RCA (1909-1998)Thomas Keith Roberts, R.C.A., "Church at Belledune", oil on board, signed lower left, titled & dated 1981 verso, 15.5" h x 23.5" w.
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DAVID ROBERTS, R.A. (UK, 1796-1864)
DAVID ROBERTS, R.A. (UK, 1796-1864) (3) Large Hand Colored Lithos of Cairo, Louis Haghe, 1806-1885, lithographer, published in London in 1849 by F.C. Moon, in matching gold molded frames, matted and glazed, including: "Bazaar of the Silk Mercers"; "Bazaar of the Coppersmiths"; "Minarets and Grand Entrance of the Metwaleys", OS: 28" x 21 3/4" each, SS: 21" x 14". Slightly sunned.
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JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS
JAMES ROBINSON (AMERICAN/TEXAS 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "...JAMES ROBINSON (American/Texas 1944-2015) A PAINTING, "Gorge by the River," acrylic on pressed board, signed C/L. 17 1/2" x 23 1/2"
Condition:
Mild expected surface wear, 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.