A few examples of appraisal values for
MARTINE

• AFTER FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET
  AFTER FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, 1725)After François-Nicolas Martinet (French, 1725-1804) , "Pigeon Ramier, de Cayenne", "Tangara, des Grande Boise de Cayenne", "Emerillon, de St. Domingue" and "Tourterelle, de Java", 4 hand-colored engravings, from L'Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, sheets 12 1/4 in. x 9 in., framed alike . (4 pcs.) Condition: Overall poor condition. Ext. Frames: 14 3/4 in. x 11 3/4 in. x 1/2 in
• MARTINE, (20TH CENTURY), "GOUACHE
  MARTINE, (20TH CENTURY), "GOUACHE STUDY", MIX MEDIA ON PAPER, SIGHT: 19.625" H X 25.625" WMartine, (20th century) "Gouache Study", Mix media on paper Signed lower right: Martine; titled on a gallery label affixed verso Mix media on paper Dimensions: Sight: 19.625" H x 25.625" W Provenance: Howard Wise Gallery, New York, NY David Wise and Audry Taylor, Los Angeles, CA, by descent from the above
• FRANçOIS NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANçOIS NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, CIRCA 1725-1804), TWO ENGRAVINGS FROM HISTOIRE NATURELLE DES OISEAUX Hand-colored engravings, on laid paper, likely 18th century, to include prints of the moineau (sparrow) and alouette (lark), in uniform matting and framing.
• FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, 1731-1804)Francois Nicolas Martinet (French, 1731-1804), "Pigeon Romain", "Poule du Japon" and "Martins-pecheurs du Senegal", 3 hand-colored engravings, sights 9 1/2 in. x 8 in., framed alike. (3 pcs.)
• FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, 1731-1804)François-Nicolas Martinet (French, 1731-1804), 33 hand-colored engravings, from Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, 6 with pencil or ink inscriptions in margins, 9 7/8 in. x 8 1/4 in. to 12 1/8 in. x 9 1/2 in., unframed. (33 pcs.)
• FRANçOIS NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANçOIS NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, CIRCA 1725-1804), TWO ENGRAVINGS FROM HISTOIRE NATURELLE DES OISEAUX Hand-colored engravings, likely 18th century, to include Pigeon verd, des Philippines and Moyen Duc, ou Hibou in uniform matting and framing.
• PAIR OF ENGRAVINGS MARTINET,
  PAIR OF ENGRAVINGS MARTINET, HISTOIRE DES OISEAUXA pair of hand colored engravings by Martinet, from Histoire Naturelle des Oiseauxby George-Louis Marie Leclerc, Comte de Buffonlot includes: Lory D' Amboine, plate 518 by Francois Nicolas Martinet's
• FRANCOIS EDWARD MARTINET
  FRANCOIS EDWARD MARTINET ORNITHOLOGICAL ENGRAVINGSFrancois Edward Martinet ( French, 1731-1800) ornithological engravings; two plates. Hand colored engraving of The Corlieu. Yellow border, title and the handwritten scientific name below the illustration. Hand colored engraving of The Courly. Yellow border, title and the handwritten scientific name below the illustration. 'Martinet' appears in the bottom left corner. Plate numbers in the top left. Sight : 10" x 8". Frame: 13" x 11". Wood frame and glass. Slight waviness and creasing to the paper. Foxing to the paper. Wear to frames.
• FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET. A PAIR
  FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET. A PAIR OF ORNITHOLOGICALS, HAND COLORED ENGRAVINGS Hand colored engravings, sight size: 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 in., both framed.
• (2) AFTER F. MARTINET
  (2) AFTER F. MARTINET HAND-COLORED PRINTS OF BIRDS(lot of 2) Framed hand-colored prints on paper, plates from "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux," George Louis LeClerc, Comte de Buffon (French, 1707-1788), including: (1) "l'Onore raye, de Cayenne" (Rufescent Tiger Heron), plate number 860, signed in the print Martinet (Francois Nicolas Martinet, French, 1725-1804), sight: 9.25"h, 7.5"w, overall: 16.75"h, 14.5"w, (1) "Le Cincle" (Dipper), plate number 352, sight: 9.5"h, 8"w, overall: 17"h, 15"w; 5.5lbs total
• After Francois Nicolas Martinet
  After Francois Nicolas Martinet (French, 1725-1804) "Bird Studies", suite of eight hand-colored engravings, sight 10-1/2" x 7-1/2", from Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux", published 1770-1786. Glazed and handsomely framed en suite.
• Henri Martin (French 1860-1943)
  Henri Martin (French 1860-1943) Deux Ouvrieres avec Marteau Piqueuer (Study for Workers on the Place de la Concorde) 1925 oil on canvas signed Henri Martin (lower right) 9 1/2 x 13 inches.
• FRANCOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANCOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (FRANCE, 1731-1800) TWOFRANCOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (France, 1731-1800) two hand colored etchings, birds: "Le Fourmillier, De Cayenne..." and "Manakin Cendre, De Cayenne..." Images measure 9" x 7". In matching wood frames; 15.5" x 13" overall.
• Four bird prints by Francois
  Four bird prints by Francois Martinet (Francois Nicolas Martinet, French, 1725-1804), from Histoire Naturelle Des Oiseaux, 1770-1786: LaCaille, Le Pluvian du Senegal, La Favorite, de Cayenne, Caille Hupee du Mexique, and Caille des Philippinea, unframed, pages 12-1/2 x 9 in. Paper tape all edges, trimmed, toning, penciled inscriptions front and verso, one with stain in border.
• PRINT, MAURICE DE VLAMINCK
  PRINT, MAURICE DE VLAMINCK Maurice De Vlaminck (French, 1876-1958), "Martigues," 1913, woodcut, pencil signed lower right, edition number 3, image: 10"h x 13.25"w, overall (with frame): 22.5"h x 25"w
• MARTIN BOY ON OPEN CART France
  MARTIN BOY ON OPEN CART France scarce example depicts seated boy in cloth suit litho head hands and legs blue open cart w/clockwork at trunk and of cart disc wheels Martin's form of Irish Mail. 7 1/4'' l. Not working some corrosion (Good Cond.)
• MARTTI (ITALIAN/FRENCH B. 1954) A
  MARTTI (ITALIAN/FRENCH B. 1954) A SCULPTURE, "CAGE D'AM...MARTTI (Italian/French b. 1954) A SCULPTURE, "Cage d'Amour, Volume 6," 2000, bronze keys and mounts, pâte de verre bleu, and verso engraved with A.K., signed and dated. Note: With certificate of authenticity signed by artist. Height: 12.63" Width: 6.50" Depth: 6.50" Condition: Mild surface wear and dust debris, 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."
• A carved and painted figure of St
  A carved and painted figure of St Martin, early 19th Century, 95cm high/Provenance: The Estate of the late Diana & Gospatric Home, Lily Farm, Bucks/see illustration
• AFTER F. MARTINET HAND-COLORED BIRD
  AFTER F. MARTINET HAND-COLORED BIRD ENGRAVINGHand-colored engraving on paper, "Lori Male des Philippines," after Francois Nicolas Martinet (France, 1725-1804), sight: approx 6.25"h, 3.5"w, overall: approx 15.5"h, 12.5"w, 2.4lbs **Provenance: A prominent Houstonian's River Oaks Estate**
• FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (1731 -
  FRANçOIS-NICOLAS MARTINET (1731 - 1800), SET OF FIVE HA...François-Nicolas Martinet (1731 - 1800), set of five hand colored bird engravings, Petit Kakatoes; Perruche a collier; La perruche a collier; perruche a tete bleue; along with toucan; plate size 9 3/4 x 8 1/4 inches. 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.
• MARTIN SOLDIER France c. 1895 an
  MARTIN SOLDIER France c. 1895 an extremely rare Martin windup toy example with less than ten known made for the British market only wears cloth suit holds rifle in hand. 8'' h. Not working some flaking to helmet.
• a/ FERNAND MARTIN SWEEPER WOMAN
  a/ FERNAND MARTIN SWEEPER WOMAN France Martin style tin figure holds broom in hand cloth outfit in typical early work attire mechanical action very popular toy. 3/1 Martin style. 8'' h. Paint loss to head. (Good - VG Cond.)
• French 19th century portrait
  French 19th century portrait miniature on ivory depicting a street merchant selling fowl and other foodstuffs. Signed "Martin" lower right. Image: 2 1/8"Diam.
• MARTIN CARPENTER France hand
  MARTIN CARPENTER France hand painted in tin and wire cloth dressed figure with clockwork mechanism man appears to plane wood on wood work bench. 6'' w. (Exc. Cond.)
• AFTER F. MARTINET HAND-COLORED BIRD
  AFTER F. MARTINET HAND-COLORED BIRD ENGRAVINGHand-colored engraving on paper, "Ara Rouge," after Francois Nicolas Martinet (France, 1725-1804), sight: approx 6.25"h, 3.5"w, overall: approx 15.5"h, 12.5"w, 2.4lbs **Provenance: A prominent Houstonian's River Oaks Estate**
• MARTIN ''THE DRUNKARD'' TOY
  MARTIN ''THE DRUNKARD'' TOY France popular example done in hand-painted tin head wears hat and cloth suit erratic motions when clockwork is activated holds bottle and cup in hand. 7 3/4'' h. Wear to face paint works well. (VG Cond)
• S. T. DUPONT LIGHTER - MARSOut of
  S. T. DUPONT LIGHTER - MARSOut of this world limited edition entitled ''Pierre du Mars'' by famous craftsman in Paris numbered #147/300 excellent condition and in original box and documentation. Private collection Metamora MI.
• MARTINEZ Victoria (American 20th
  MARTINEZ Victoria (American 20th C.): Head Under Duress with Burlap Bag and Clenched Teeth Bronze 14'' h 17 1/2'' with polished marble plinth incised signature Martinez under the chin.
• 4 BENARD after MARTINET HISTOIRE
  4 BENARD after MARTINET HISTOIRE NATURELLE BIRD & MONKEYS PRINTS 1) ''Le Papion and L' Ouanderou'' plate XX figures 1 & 2. Benard after Martinet from the Histoire Naturelle. Page 16 1/4'' x 10 1/2'' plate 13 3/4'' x 8 3/4''. 2) ''Le Tamarin and L' Ouistiti'' plate XXIII figures 1 & 2. Benard after Martinet from the Histoire Naturelle. Page 16 1/4'' x 10 1/2'' plate 13 3/4'' x 8 3/4''. 3) ''Le Grand Aigle De Mer Le Vautour Des Alpes Le Milan and Le Grand Duc'' plate XXXVII figures 1-4. Benard after Martinet from the Histoire Naturelle. Page 15 3/4'' x 10 5/8'' plate 13 3/4'' x 8 3/4''. 4) ''Le Bec-Croise Le Torcol La Calandre Le Coulon-Chaud Brun Le Rale Raye Des Philippines'' plate XXXV. Benard after Martinet from the Histoire Naturelle. Page 15 3/4'' x 10 3/4'' plate 13 3/4'' x 8 3/4''.CONDITION: Expecting toning and foxing.
• SET OF FOUR FRANCOIS NICHOLAS
  SET OF FOUR FRANCOIS NICHOLAS MARTINET (1725 - 1804) BR...Set of Four Francois Nicholas Martinet (1725 - 1804) Bruant, Tangara, Figuier hand-colored bird engravings plate size 10 1/4" x 8 1/4" Provenance: Estate of William and Teresa Patton, Lake Ave Greenwich, Connecticut 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.
• 18TH C. FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET
  18TH C. FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET COOT ENGRAVING Francois Nicolas Martinet (French, 1725-1804). "La Foulque" from "Histoire Naturelle Des Oiseaux" -1770-1786, hand colored engraving; framed. Approx. 17" x 15" (frame), 9.75" x 7.75" (sight)
• FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET (1725-1804): HISTOIRE NATURELLE DES OISEAUX: EIGHTEEN PLATESEighteen engravings with hand-coloring on laid paper. All 11 x 9 in. (sight), 14 x 12 in. (frame). Condition All with margins and staining. Not examined out of frame. 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.
• MARTIN CLEANING LADY France hand
  MARTIN CLEANING LADY France hand painted tin depicted with broom in hand casual cloth work dress clockwork driven. 6 3/4'' h. Touch up to white hat overall (VG Cond.)
• FRANCIOS NICOLAS MARTINET
  FRANCIOS NICOLAS MARTINET (FRENCH, 1731- C.1804) 8 ¾" x 7" plate size "1. Ortolan, de la Louisiane, 2. Ortolan, du Cap de Bonne Esperance" and "1. Cochevis de Senegal, 2. Calandre, du Cap de Bonne Esperance", 1770-1786. A pair of hand-colored copper engravings from "Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux", 1770-1786, Plates 158 and 50, signatures in the plate lower left in yellow border, unframed.
• SET OF FOUR FRANCOIS NICOLA
  SET OF FOUR FRANCOIS NICOLA MARTINET (1725 - 1804) GROS...Set of Four Francois Nicola Martinet (1725 - 1804) Gros-Bec, Moineau, L'Alouette, Rossignol hand-colored bird engravings plate size 10 1/4" x 8 1/4" Provenance: Estate of William and Teresa Patton, Lake Ave Greenwich, Connecticut 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.
• SET OF FIVE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH
  SET OF FIVE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH COLOREDORNITHOLOGICAL ETCHINGS (ATTRIBUTED TO FRANCOIS NICOLAS MARTINET, FL. 1760-1787) DEPICTING HAWK AND WATERFOWL. “MARTINET” WRITTEN IN FOUR OF THE PLATES. TO INCLUDE LE CANARD SAUVAGE (LIGHT FOXING), LE COUCOU DE MINDANAO (GOOD CONDITION), LE MILAN NOIR (SHOWS SOME STAINING IN BACKGROUND), LA DOUBLE MACREUSE (LIGHT FOXING), AND LE GÉAY (HEAVY FOXING AND PUCKERING). ALL ARE IN MODERN FRAMES WITH UV GLASS AND NEW MATTING. ALL MEASURE SIGHT SIZE 10” X 8 1/2”, OVERALL 16” X 13”.