A few examples of appraisal values for
JAMES HOUSTON

• A STEUBEN GLASS MODEL OF A TROUT,
  A STEUBEN GLASS MODEL OF A TROUT, 18K GOLD FLYA Steuben clear glass model of a trout with 18K gold flydesigned by James Houston, 1966Etched Steuben.height 9 1/2in (24cm); width 5 1/2in (14cm); depth 2 1/2in (6.5cm)
• STEUBEN EAGLE ON SPHERE Inscribed
  STEUBEN EAGLE ON SPHERE Inscribed Steuben. Designed by James Houston, 1964.
• STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL OTTER
  STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL OTTER FIGURESteuben art glass crystal animal figure, Otter, designed by James Archibald Houston (Canadian, 1921-2005), engraved signature underfoot, approx 4.25"h, 8.5"l, 2.75lbs
• CASED STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL
  CASED STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL TROUT & FLYSteuben art glass crystal animal figure, Trout & Fly, designed by James Archibald Houston (Canadian, 1921-2005), engraved signature underfoot, housed in fitted presentation box, figure: approx 8.5"h, 6.25"w, 2.5"d, box: approx 6.5"h, 11.5"w, 9.75"d; 7.5lbs total
• STEUBEN SNIPE BOWL, DESIGNED BY
  STEUBEN SNIPE BOWL, DESIGNED BY JAMES HOUSTONSigned in etch, design conceived in 1975. 6 x 10 1/4 x 8 1/8 in. Literature: Steuben Glass Inc., James Houston: A Retrospective, Steuben Glass, Corning Glass Works, NY, 1987, pg. 6 ill. Condition Very minor wear and in good condition.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.
• SILVER. STEUBEN EXCALIBUR SILVER
  SILVER. STEUBEN EXCALIBUR SILVER AND 14KT GOLD Paper Weight. A Steuben Excalibur "Sword In Stone" paper weight with letter opener. This piece designed by James Houston features a crystal paper weight crafted in the form of a boulder with a central removable letter opener fashioned after the legendary Excalibur sword executed in silver with a 14kt yellow gold chain wrap to the handle beginning at the crossguard and terminating at the pommel. Crystal base signed, "Steuben". Total approx. weight of the sword is 2.84 troy oz (gross) excluding crystal paperweight. Dimensions: sword measures approx. 8" in length. Dimensions: 8.25"H Condition: Good with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. Sword is void of maker's mark and purity marks. The sword was tested via the touchstone testing process.
• SILVER. CASED STEUBEN EXCALIBUR
  SILVER. CASED STEUBEN EXCALIBUR SILVER & 14KT GOLD Paper Weight. A cased Steuben Excalibur "Sword In Stone" paper weight with letter opener. This piece designed by James Houston features a crystal paper weight crafted in the form of a boulder with a central removable letter opener fashioned after the legendary Excalibur sword executed in silver with a 14kt yellow gold chain wrap to the handle beginning at the crossguard and terminating at the pommel. Swords crossguard stamped, "Sterling Steuben". Crystal base signed, "Steuben 4". Total approx. weight of the sword is 2.77 troy oz (gross) excluding crystal paperweight. Dimensions: sword measures approx. 8" in length. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. The 14kt gold wrap was tested via the touch stone method.
• STEUBEN CRYSTAL AND 18KT GOLD TROUT
  STEUBEN CRYSTAL AND 18KT GOLD TROUT SCULPTURE Designed by James Houston, clear blown glass with air trap design, with an 18K gold lure (2gm.), signed.
• Steuben Glass and Yellow Gold
  Steuben Glass and Yellow Gold 'Column of the Owl', James Houston, c.1974 height 7.9 in — 20 cm
• A STEUBEN LIMITED EDITION
  A STEUBEN LIMITED EDITION ENGRAVED GLASS RHINO HORN A Steuben limited edition engraved glass rhino horn, designed by James Houston in 1983, limited to edition of 50, engraved signature 'Steuben 4-50', 10.5"h, includes red leather fitted case, folder and lighted stand.
• James Houston. Wild Turkey
  James Houston. Wild Turkey Rising. c. 1985, engraved crystal. 9½ h × 5 w × 3 d in. result: $5,850. estimate: $800–1,200. This work is number 15 from the edition of 25. Incised manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Steuben 15/25’.
• James Houston. Alaskan Grizzly.
  James Houston. Alaskan Grizzly. c. 2005, crystal, 18k gold. 4¼ h × 10½ w × 5¾ d in. result: $9,375. estimate: $4,000–6,000. This work is number 24 from the edition of 25. Incised manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Steuben 24/25’. Provenance: Acquired in 2005 from Steuben Glass by the present owner
• James Houston. Untitled (Arctic
  James Houston. Untitled (Arctic Fisherman). c. 2005, crystal, sterling silver. 6¾ h × 5 w × 3 d in. result: $7,800. estimate: $2,000–3,000. Incised manufacturer's mark to underside ‘Steuben’.
• James Houston. Untitled (Leaping
  James Houston. Untitled (Leaping Salmon). c. 1985, crystal, sterling silver. 4¾ h × 9¾ w × 2¾ d in. result: $5,625. estimate: $1,000–1,500. Etched signature and number to underside ‘Steuben 4/50’. This work is number 4 from the edition of 50.
• James Houston. Trout and Fly. 1966,
  James Houston. Trout and Fly. 1966, crystal, 18k gold. 8½ h × 6¼ w × 2½ d in. result: $2,750. estimate: $1,000–1,500. Etched signature to underside ‘Steuben’.
• STEUBEN THISTLE ON A ROCK
  STEUBEN THISTLE ON A ROCK SCULPTURESteuben Thistle Rock sculpture designed by James Houston, 1967. Faceted glass vase with gold vermeil thistle. Etched "Steuben" on underside. Measures 7.5 inches tall.
• STEUBEN CRYSTAL GLASS ANIMAL
  STEUBEN CRYSTAL GLASS ANIMAL FIGURE,TRUMPETING ELEPHANT...Cut crystal elephant with trunk raised upward. Etched STEUBEN on the underside. Artist: James Houston Issued: 20th c. Dimensions: 8"H x 4"W Manufacturer: Steuben Country of Origin: United States
• STEUBEN ART GLASS ELEPHANT
  STEUBEN ART GLASS ELEPHANT FIGURINEDESCRIPTION: Steuben Art Glass Elephant Figurine This is a mid century art glass elephant figurine with tusks and raising its trunk into the air. Figurine designed in 1964 by glass artist James Houston. Marked Signed "Steuben" on underside. CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: USA. DIMENSIONS: H: 7" W: 6". CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS 305-332-9274. 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.
• STEUBEN CRYSTAL FIGURINE, EAGLE
  STEUBEN CRYSTAL FIGURINE, EAGLE ON GLOBEFully dimensional crystal eagle on globe from Steuben by sculpture James Houston. Steuben etched signature backstamp. Issued: 20th Century Dimensions: 12"L x 4.5"W x 6.5"H Manufacturer: Steuben Country of Origin: USA Condition: Age related wear.
• 10 PCS 19TH C. TN EPHEMERA, INCL.
  10 PCS 19TH C. TN EPHEMERA, INCL. GOVERNOR SIGNED1st item: 1806 letter sent from William Dunlop, Hackettstown, New Jersey to James V. Anderson, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania inquiring about the worth of goods including tea in Tennessee. The letter was 9 5/8" H x 15" W. Note: Although this letter is addressed to Anderson in Philadelphia, he was a resident of Jonesborough, TN and was the first named clerk of the circuit court there. 2nd-3rd items: 1808 envelope and letter sent from Thomas A. Helms, Hackettstown, New Jersey to his uncle James V. Anderson, Esq., Jonesborough, TN. The letter describes a debt owed to Helms and his uncle by Mark Thomson, and which Helms worries will not be promptly repaid. 4th item: 1813 Blount County, TN handwritten legal document recording the deposition of Daniel Owens in regard to the suit brought by Mathew Rhodes against John R. Blackwell. Owens states that "...in or about the year one thousand eight hundred he sold to John R Blackwell a tract of land of three hundred acres being in Albemarle County in the State of Virginia for four hundred and fifty pounds [dollars is crossed out] and for the said payment thereof he the said Blackwell gave him Mathew Rhodes for security and when the money became due Blackwell was not able to pay it..." Attested by John Waugh and John Wallace, Justices of the Peace. Additionally signed in verso by Wallace and by Blount County Clerk James Houston's deputy, William Lowry. 13 1/2" H x 15 1/4" W. 5th item: 1818 Knox County, TN document handwritten by William Rogers, Chaplain, recording his travel from Knoxville to Camp Ross, Fort Armstrong, and his return, for which he is reimbursed 39 dollars. Certified en verso and signed by John A. Gamble, Deputy to Knox County Clerk Charles McClung. With embossed seal en verso, upper left. 6 1/2" H x 7 3/4" W. 6th item: 1826 printed summons directing the Sheriff of Rhea County, TN, to summon John Halland, James Kelly, and Jacob Brower to appear at the courthouse in Washington, TN, to testify in a case between James Swan and William Randolph. Signed by Rhea County Clerk John Locke. 6 3/8" H x 7 5/8" W. 7th item: 1832 Greene County, TN handwritten Deed of Conveyance between James Williams and William Alison recording the purchase for the sum of 150 dollars "a certain tract or parcel of land situated lying and being in the county aforesaid [Greene] on the South side of Nolachuky [sic] River on the waters of Camp Creek." Attested by John Ellison and Robert H. Ellison and signed by James Williams. Additionally signed en verso by Greene County Registrar S. E. Burnett. 12" H x 15 6/8" W. 8th item: 1832 White County, TN printed document commissioning Stephen Holland to execute and fulfill the duties of White County Justice of the Peace. Signed by Tennessee Governor William Carroll (1788-1844) and Secretary of State Samuel G. Smith (1794-1835). Printed by the Republican and Gazette Office, Nashville. 9 1/2" H x 15 1/2" W. 9th item: 1850 Washington County, TN handwritten legal document executed by William Patterson to W. R. [William Robertson] Sevier and related to an 1848 Deed of Trust pertaining to "certain houses and lots being in town of Jonesborough, county and state aforesaid and upon certain horse beasts, as well as other property" and seeking "to secure the payment of certain debts therein stated to be due to the firm of Gammon and Vance, Wm K. Vance & Co, Stephenson & Dosser and to William G. Gammon." With descriptions of and details concerning the lots and properties. Signed and attested en verso by these parties, including Sevier, with additional inscriptions and signatures by County Clerk W. H Smith and County Registrar Philip Parks. On blue paper with Eagle Mills, Suffield embossed seal, upper left. 12 3/8" H x 15 1/4" W. Note: William Robertson Sevier was the grand-nephew of John Sevier. 10th item: 1882 poster advertising East Tennessee public speaking appointments for Leonidas Campbell Houk, the Republican nominee for United States Congress. Printed by T. Haws, Knoxville. Note: Between 1878 and 1891, L.C. Houk was elected to seven consecutive terms in the United States House of Representatives. 12 1/2" H x 9 1/2" W. Condition: Items with tears, areas of loss, dampstaining, foxing spots, toning, later ink or pencil inscriptions, and general handling wear commensurate with age and manner of use. 3rd and 5th items with tape stabilization and repairs.
• A STEUBEN CRYSTAL "TROUT AND FLY"
  A STEUBEN CRYSTAL "TROUT AND FLY" SCULPTURE, DESIGNER J...A STEUBEN CRYSTAL "TROUT AND FLY" SCULPTURE, DESIGNER JAMES HOUSTON, SIGNED, CASED, MODERN, naturalistically modeled with trapped air bubbles in the trout's body leaping to catch a Royal Coachman's gilt fly hook, verso hand-engraved "Steuben," height: 8", width: 6 1/2"; set within a custom burgundy red leather-wrapped case opening to a red silk and velvet lined interior with gilt "STEUBEN" and red ribbon Velcro straps, height: 6 1/2", width: 11 1/2", depth: 9 3/4". Note: James Houston (Canadian 1921-2005) was a talented designer for Steuben whose successful works included the Trout & Fly sculpture debuting in 1966. This iconic treasure has been reintroduced by Steuben recently and retails for $4,200. Condition: Good condition with some scratches on underside of base otherwise good shape. Case in equally 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." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
• A STEUBEN SALMON FISH CRYSTAL
  A STEUBEN SALMON FISH CRYSTAL SCULPTURE, DESIGNER JAMES...A STEUBEN SALMON FISH CRYSTAL SCULPTURE, DESIGNER JAMES HOUSTON, CIRCA 1975, modeled in a naturalistic curved position and hand engraved on underside "Steuben / JHS / 223/300." Length: 16" Condition: Good condition with no discernible issues. 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.
• JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (AMERICAN/TEXAS
  JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (AMERICAN/TEXAS B. 1954) TWO PHOTOG...JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (American/Texas b. 1954) TWO PHOTOGRAPHS, black and white sepia toned photographs comprising, "Dancing Feet, " 15" x 15"; and "Cattail Falls, " 16" x 15", each framed 26 3/4" x 25 1/8". Condition: 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.”
• JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (AMERICAN/TEXAS
  JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (AMERICAN/TEXAS B. 1954) TWO PHOTOG...JAMES HOUSTON EVANS (American/Texas b. 1954) TWO PHOTOGRAPHS, black and white sepia toned photographs comprising "Flag Homage to Jasper Johns," and "Yucca in Foreground," each 10" x 9 1/2", framed 19 1/2" x 18 1/2". Condition: No visible damage or sign of repair. Some damage to frames. 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.”
• LARGE VINTAGE SIGNED STEUBEN
  LARGE VINTAGE SIGNED STEUBEN CLEAR CRYSTAL GLASS TRUMPE...Large Vintage Signed Steuben Clear Crystal Glass Trumpeting Elephant Figure, designed by James Houston, circa 1964. Height 8 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.
• JAMES HOUSTON DESIGNED STEUBEN
  JAMES HOUSTON DESIGNED STEUBEN CLEAR GLASS CRYSTAL TRUM...Signed Steuben Clear Glass Crystal Trumpeting Elephant , designed by James Houston, circa 1964. Height 7.50 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.
• JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN TROUT
  JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN TROUT WITH FLY Signed Steuben on the underside, bubble art glass trout, modeled with 18K gold fly, 8 in. H.
• STEUBEN ART GLASS APPLE OF EDEN
  STEUBEN ART GLASS APPLE OF EDEN SCULPTURESteuben crystal "Apple of Eden" #1013. James Houston design featuring gold serpent and leaf. Inscribed Steuben on bottom and impressed 18K S on stem. Apple measures 5 1/2" x 3 1/4". No crack or chips to crystal, leaf is not attached to post. Steuben cloth bag included. shipping info This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
• STEUBEN CRYSTAL "EXCALIBUR"
  STEUBEN CRYSTAL "EXCALIBUR" PAPERWEIGHT & OPENER Steuben (American), circa 1980-1989. "Excalibur" a combination letter opener and paper weight having a sterling silver sword wrapped with 18k yellow gold wire and faceted crystal stone. Designed by James Houston in 1963. Accompanied by original presentation box, dust bag and Steuben pamphlet. Each appropriately marked. Approx. h. (with sword) 8", h. 6.5", w. 9.75", d. 11.75" (box).
• STEUBEN CRYSTAL "HERITAGE DINOSAUR"
  STEUBEN CRYSTAL "HERITAGE DINOSAUR" FIGURINE Steuben (American), early 21st century. Whimsical "Heritage Dinosaur" figurine in heavy colorless crystal. Originally designed in 1964 by James Houston. Appropriately marked to underside of foot. Approx. h. 6", d. 12.75".
• THREE PIECES CLEAR CRYSTAL
  THREE PIECES CLEAR CRYSTAL STEUBEN BARWARE Three pieces of clear crystal Steuben barware, comprising a Lloyd Atkins for Steuben martini pitcher with a split handle, pattern #8077, a Donald Pollard designed ship's decanter with a ringed neck and moon stopper, pattern # 7912, and a James Houston designed Eagle stopper with a teardrop decanter, all with engraved Steuben marks. Provenance: Ship's decanter acquired from New Orleans Auction Galleries in New Orleans, LA on 09/19/92 for $475. Approximate dimensions: Pitcher h, 10", dia, 5.5"; Ship h. 10", dia. 7.25"; Eagle h. 12.5", dia. 5.25".
• JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN CLEAR
  JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN CLEAR CRYSTAL EAGLE James Houston for Steuben clear crystal Eagle balancing on a sphere figure, pattern 8130, having an engraved Steuben mark to the underside. Provenance: Acquired from New Orleans Auction Galleries in New Orleans, LA on 05/18/96 as Lot 1230. Approximate dimensions: h. 6", w. 12.75", d. 6".
• JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN EXCALIBUR
  JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN EXCALIBUR PAPERWEIGHT James Houston for Steuben Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, modeled as a clear crystal 'stone' impaled by a sterling silver and 18k gold Excalibur sword, marked sterling and 18k, the stone having an engraved Steuben mark. Approximate dimensions: Overall h. 8.25", Excalibur l. 8.25", w. 2.5"; Stone h. 3", w. 4.75", d. 3".
• JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN TROUT &
  JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN TROUT & 18K GOLD FLY James Houston for Steuben 'Trout and Fly,' sculpture, designed in 1966, in clear crystal with an 18k gold fly, depicting a trout taking the bait, having a maker's mark to underside, with no apparent mark on fly but tested for fineness, with original presentation box. Approximate dimensions: h. 8.5", w. 6.5", d. 2.25".
• JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN ARCTIC
  JAMES HOUSTON FOR STEUBEN ARCTIC FISHERMAN James Houston for Steuben clear and satin crystal with argentium plated sterling silver Arctic Fisherman figure, pattern #1023, depicting an Inuit fisherman kneeling over the ice with a spear waiting for fish to swim up to the hole, apparently unmarked Approximate dimensions: h. 6.5", w. 6", d. 2.75".
• STEUBEN "CUPOLA WITH GOLD
  STEUBEN "CUPOLA WITH GOLD ROOSTER" Corning, NY. Signed. 18K Gold Rooster Weathervane. Cupola designed by James Houston. #1008. Original red leather case.