CHARLES PEALE POLK OIL ON CANVASCHARLES PEALE POLK OIL ON CANVAS PORTRAITCharles Peale Polk (American 1767-1822) , oil on canvas portrait of David Brickell Kerr (1749-1814), Kerr was a Talbot County, Maryland Justice of the Peace and delegate to the General Assembly. This is the companion piece to the portrait of Mrs. Kerr painted by Polk's uncle and mentor Charles Willson Peale in 1790. Kerr is portrayed in half-length, seated gracefully in front of a green curtain, under which a glimpse of his legal library is visible, including The Justice of the Peace and Parish Officer, by Richard Burns, London, 1755. At his elbow is a copy of Thomas Paine's 1791 The Rights of Man, signed and dated lower center on table Ch Polk pinx / 1791 , 35 1/2" x 29". The portrait of Mrs. Kerr was also in the possession of Mark Brickell Kerr in 1952. Literature: Charles Peale Polk, A Limner and His Likenesses, Linda Crocker Simmons, Corcoran Gallery of Art, 1981, p. 39. Provenance: Descended in the family; Mark Brickell Kerr, Staten Island, New York, 1948; A private collection, 1981; The Estate of Peter Tillou.
Condition:
Modern frame. Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.
Gilt plaster relief figure of U.S.Gilt plaster relief figure of U.S. President James K. Polk standing next to a low table and mounted in an ornate gilt frame. 18"x15"
GOV. JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LANDGOV. JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LAND GRANT, MAY 1840James K. Polk signed land document, as Tennessee Governor, granting 115 acres in Davidson County to John Davis. Mentions property of William Harding and Robert Hill as adjacent boundary lines. Dated May 13, 1840. 15" x 12". Provenance: the estate of John Davis descendent Sarah Hunter Hicks Green, formerly of Historic Devon Farm, Nashville, Tennessee. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Fold lines with slight nick to upper left margin. Minor foxing lower left margin.
EARLY JAMES K. POLK SIGNED TN LEGALEARLY JAMES K. POLK SIGNED TN LEGAL DOCUMENTEarly James K. Polk (1795-1849) signed document detailing a legal case from the Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions, Lawrence County, Tennessee, dated October 1822. The case, in which Polk acted as an attorney, describes a lawsuit between George Grisham and Aron Angling with Tyron W. Yancy over a matter of $100 and an additional $50 in damages. Signed "Polk atty." with additional signatures, lower right. Additional inscriptions, en verso. Ink inscription by Tom Price, Museum Curator at President James K. Polk Home and Museum, referencing Wayne Culter's publications of Polk Correspondences, en verso of frame. Housed under glass in a black wooden frame. Document: 12 1/2" H x 7 3/4" W. Framed: 13 1/2" H x 8 3/4" W.
The Estate of Thomas Wellington Patton, Knoxville, Tennessee.
Condition:
Toning/acid burn, areas of dampstaining, tears, largest 1 1/2", primarily to fold lines, areas of loss, largest 1/2" x 1/2", primarily to center fold lines. Document is not pasted down. Frame with abrasions, areas of loss.
GOV. JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LANDGOV. JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LAND GRANT, FEB. 1840James K. Polk signed land document, as Tennessee Governor, granting 225 acres in Davidson County to John Davis. Mentions property of John Harding as a boundary line. Dated February 22, 1840. 15 1/2" x 12". 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:
Small tear at left lower corner, overall toning, some foxing underneath Polk's autograph.
FRANK POLK, (1908-2000), A COWBOYFRANK POLK, (1908-2000), A COWBOY CARRYING A CALF WHILE RIDING A HORSE, WOOD, LEATHER, AND TWINE, 13.5" H X 11.5" W X 3.25" D; WITH BASFrank Polk, (1908-2000) A Cowboy carrying a calf while riding a horse Wood, leather, and twine Artist intials incised in the base and horse's leg: FP 13.5" H x 11.5" W x 3.25" D; with base: 14.25" H x 12.5" W x 6" D Wood, leather, and twine Dimensions: 13.5" H x 11.5" W x 3.25" D; with base: 14.25" H x 12.5" W x 6" D
THREE PRINTS. Nineteenth century.THREE PRINTS. Nineteenth century. James K. Polk handcolored lithograph by N. Currier C#3159. Cleaned. 20 1/2''h. 16''w. And a picture after an engraving of Major-General Scott by Gimbrede 21''h. 17''w. Together with an English handcolored engraving of Lord Sefton A Good Whip 14 1/2''h. 13''w. All in frames. The Polk print has light stains around the edges including foxing. Edge wear to corners small 1/4 - 1/2 inch along the top and left edges. Remains of linen tape hinges along the top edge. The margins are 2'' at top 4 1/4 bottom and 2 1/2 & 2 1/4'' on the edges.
2 JAMES K. POLK DOCUMENTS2 James2 JAMES K. POLK DOCUMENTS2 James K Polk (1795-1849) Documents. 1st item: Land grant, 40 acres in Polk County, Tennessee to John McAdams, signed by James K. Polk as governor, July 20, 1840, 7-1/2" x 12-1/2". Overall toning, discoloration and foxing; scattered losses along fold lines, a 1/4" hole at upper center and losses to upper left edge. 2nd item: Legal document attributed to the hand of James K. Polk in a Tennessee miscengation case, on behalf of Judge Robert Mack concerning the case of Eli Askew. Other documents that have come to light regarding this case indicate Mr. Askew was seeking a divorce from his wife on the grounds that she had an affair with a slave and later gave birth to his child. Signed by Askew. At this time, Polk (who would later become America's 11th president) served in the House of Representatives but continued to practice law in Tennessee. Single page with writing on both sides, 12-1/2" x 7-5/8". Folds, toning.
Condition:
See item description.
FLORIDA LAND GRANT, 1848 PRESIDENTFLORIDA LAND GRANT, 1848 PRESIDENT JAMES POLKLand grant dated 1848, giving land to Andrew Charles of Madison County. Staining and folds. Polk's signature likely secretarial.
POLTER, Kurt, (American/German,POLTER, Kurt, (American/German, b. 1914): Beach Scene, Oil/Canvas, 30'' x 40'', signed lower left, Frank Oehlschlager Sarasota label affixed verso, framed, 36'' x 46''.
SMALL PENCIL AND WATERCOLOR DRAWINGSMALL PENCIL AND WATERCOLOR DRAWING OF DRAGOON ONhorseback ca. 1845 dated; small illustration with ink title on bottom "James Polk, 1845" on old rag paper, possibly depicting a Mexican Lancer, circa 1845 on horseback, trotting with calvary soldier wearing festoon head gear with saber resting on shoulder, in a black painted small molded frame, 4"x 5" framed; [Note: in 1840 as part of settlement of west, a dragoon expeditionary was sent across the southwest. James Polk took office in 1845]; Condition: good
(AUTOGRAPH) JAMES K. POLKSigned(AUTOGRAPH) JAMES K. POLKSigned land deed for Polaski County Indiana. Dated April 10 1848. Printed on vellum. Sight 10 x 13''.''
Framed and matted C. Currier printFramed and matted C. Currier print of President James Polk. 13.75"x9.5"
POLTER, Kurt, (American/German,POLTER, Kurt, (American/German, b. 1914): Young Redhead in an Interior, Oil/Canvas, 24'' x 36'', signed lower left, framed, 31.75'' x 44''.
JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LAND GRANT.JAMES K. POLK SIGNED LAND GRANT. Dated March 1, 1848. To Harvey C. Case, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Territory. Overall good condition with fold lines. 18.25"h. 22.25"w.
FOLK ART PORTRAITAn early 19thFOLK ART PORTRAITAn early 19th century American Folk Art portrait entitled "The Politician". Depicts a man seated in a Tri-corn hat reading by candlelight. Ink and watercolor on paper. Some discoloration, not examined out of the frame. Image 6 1/2 x 8 1/2", in a period Mahogany frame 8 3/4 x 10 3/4" overall. ESTIMATE $300-500
Condition:
Some discoloration, not examined out of the frame.
PRESIDENT JAMES K. POLK SIGNEDPRESIDENT JAMES K. POLK SIGNED CERTIFICATE OF MERITJames K. Polk Signed United States Certificate of Merit and Etching. Army of the United States Certificate of Merit issued to Private Jacob Fritshe of Company K. of the 2nd Regiment of Dragoons "having distinguished himself in the service of the United States, on the eighteenth day of April, 1847, in the Battle of Cerro Gordo, on the recommendation of Colonel W. S. Harvey, the Commanding Officer of his Regiment." The Certificate of Merit entitled Fritshe to the additional pay at the rate of two dollars per month. Signed by Secretary of War William L. Marcy and United States President James K. Polk on November 25th 1848, in brown ink across bottom. Inscribed "No. 62. Recorded Adjt Generalís Office Nov. 25, 1848." with two illegible signatures, likely Roger Jones, Adjutant General during this time (1825-1852), in brown and red ink, top left. Also included is an etching of Polk, signed "J. Reich" under image, lower left. Housed in wooden frame with brown matte. Certificate - 9 1/2" H x 16" W. Etching: Sight ñ 4 1/2" H x 3 1/2" W. Framed ñ 17 3/4"H x 29" W. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Overall excellent condition. Minor spots and marks on surface of certificate.
JAMES KNOX POLK DOCUMENT SIGNEDJAMES KNOX POLK DOCUMENT SIGNED AS TENNESSEE'S GOVERNOR The nation's future 11th president here names a Notary Public for Davidson County, signing the document James K Polk in Nashville on November 30, 1840. Presented in a modern gold-toned wooden frame.
ROBERT STARK JR. (1933-2014) OILROBERT STARK JR. (1933-2014) OIL ON MASONITE “POLPIS BI...Robert Stark Jr. (Nantucket 1933-2014) Oil on Masonite “Polpis Birch, 2007” , signed lower right R. Stark, depicting a dirt road with Sankaty Light in the distance, in molded gold leaf Guido frame.
12 in. x 16 in. Overall 19 in. x 23 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.
POLTER, Kurt, (American/German,POLTER, Kurt, (American/German, b. 1914): Nude Female Relaxing, Oil/Canvas, 36'' x 24'', signed lower left, framed, 43.5'' x 32''.
JAN PAWLOWSKI OIL ON CANVAS "SAILINGJAN PAWLOWSKI OIL ON CANVAS "SAILING IN POLPIS HARBOR"Jan Pawlowski (Polish/American b. 1949) Oil on Canvas "Sailing in Polpis Harbor" , signed lower right, Jan Pawlowski, in molded gold leaf frame
9.5 in. x 7.5 in. Overall 14.5 in. x 17.5 in.
Jan Pawlowski was born in Poland in 1949 and studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. In 1979, he was awarded his “authorization and certification” by the Ministry of Arts and Culture in Warsaw, the ultimate achievement for Polish artists. The award is a judgment of technique, as well as of indefinable artistic values, such as the ability of the work to be seen and felt but not necessarily explained. Immediately after this recognition, Jan was in demand for numerous individual and collective exhibitions. He lived in Paris for two years and has worked in Italy, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Germany, Switzerland, and Holland. He spent 1987 and 1988 in Worcestershire, England, where he had a one-man show.
Pawlowski arrived in the United States in 1988 for a short vacation, which stretched into a longer stay. The country fascinated him. He has painted extensively in Boston, Nantucket, Palm Beach, Naples, New York and Palm Springs. Enjoying the wide open spaces of the country and painting in the style of plein air painters, he records what he sees at the moment by capturing the “here and now,” the immediacy of the fleeting present. Remarkably, this ability is also reflected in his portrait work. Jan if often quoted as saying “Only nature can bring truth to the canvas. One learns technique in school, but one learns truth from nature. Truth is ‘what is.’ Art captures the brief moment of nature’s being.”
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.
POLLEY, Frederick, (American, 1875-1957):POLLEY, Frederick, (American, 1875-1957): ''Fabulous Florida'', Oil/Canvasboard, 12'' x 16'', signed lower left, titled verso, Brown County Art Gallery Exhibition label affixed with the title and a $50 price tag.
Louis van der Pol (Dutch 1896-1982)Louis van der Pol (Dutch 1896-1982) The Officer oil on canvas signed Louis V.D. Pol (upper right) 10 x 8 inches.
JAMES POLK 1848 ARMY CERTIFICATEJAMES POLK 1848 ARMY CERTIFICATE OF MERITFramed James Polk (1795-1849) U.S. Army Certificate of Merit, signed as President, November 25, 1848 for Private Henry Clair. Paper seal lower left. Dimensions: (certificate sight) 9.5"h x 15"w; (overall) 16.25"h x 28.25"w. Polk was the eleventh President of the United States, 1845-1849. Purchased from Rendell Gallery New York for $1250. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $68.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance. Please note we do not accept credit cards.
Condition:
Two horizontal creases due to folding. Area of discoloration in center. Some fading of ink. Did not examine out of frame. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Condition: s.
John Sylvan Brown painting (Tryon,John Sylvan Brown painting (Tryon, North Carolina, 1868-1956), "Polk County Mountains", signed verso "J.S. Brown", oil on canvas board, 12 x 14-3/4 in.; modern gilt wood frame. Good condition; frame with abrasions. Estate of Artist; Ryan & Boyle, Saluda, North Carolina; Private Collection, Asheville, North Carolina
CA. 1896 HORACE S. POLEY LAKOTACA. 1896 HORACE S. POLEY LAKOTA OR UTE PHOTOGRAPHThis is a fantastic photograph circa 1896 by Horace S. Poley showing a large grouping of Southern Plains or Plains Native American Indians including an Indian Police member. Horace Swartley Poley was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania in 1864 and moved to Colorado in the 1880’s, being a resident of Colorado Springs for sixty-two years. Poley started a commercial photography studio in 1892 and remained active in photography until 1935. H.S. Poley was asked to photograph archaeological expeditions in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and southwest Colorado. In addition, Poley delivered lectures that featured his images in magic lantern shows, and was a member of the Colorado Springs Pioneer Society, the Knights of Pythias, and the National Archaeology Society. This image shows a total of nineteen Indians, possibly from the Ute tribe or Lakota Sioux tribe in a range of regalia including featured and beaded headdress, several hair-pipe bone breast plates, hair-pipe bone choke collars, beaded belts, what appears to be an Otter Mirror Sash which are documented as being from the Lakota Ihoka Badger Society amongst cowboy hats. The images show each male bearing a badge or metal as well as an Indian bearing an Indian Police badge. Truly a fantastic photograph with immense detail. The image is marked in the negative as shown in the bottom left corner which can be made out, “1896 H. S. Poley”. Horace S. Poley photographs are highly collectible with a grouping of smaller examples selling for $5,676.25 (shown w/ bp) at Heritage Auctions in 2011. Provenance: From the Jim Aplan Piedmont, South Dakota collection. Measures8 7/8” by 7.25”. The card shows some loss to the outside edge, particularly the bottom as well as some cracking, some markings in the field, speck dots or pin dots on each person’s eyes. The back is handwriting in graphite pencil but what it says can not be deciphered. In 1937, the Denver Public Library acquired the Horace Swartley Poley collection. According to Randel Metz, "Horace Swartley Poley created a major collection of photographic images of Native Americans in the southwestern United States. Born in Norristown, Pennsylvania in 1864, Poley moved to Colorado in the 1880s and was a resident of Colorado Springs for 62 years. Poley started a commercial photo studio in 1892 and remained an active photographer until 1935. In addition to his photographic work, Poley served as head of the U.S. Postal registry department in Colorado Springs. During summer vacations, Poley served as photographer with archaeological expeditions in Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and southwest Colorado. He recorded landscapes, cityscapes, and events in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. Poley was noted for his travelogue lectures employing his images in 'magic lantern' shows." (Randel Metz's article about acclaimed Western photographer Horace Poley - Denver Public Library blog, June 9, 2015) The Iho’ka or Badger Society was one of the Aki’cita eligible societies. Aki’cita (or Akicita) has been often translated as “soldier” or “warrior” but its more accurate implied meaning is more appropriately as “guard” or “police”. These Aki’cita Societies would act as “guards” and watch over the tribe when the tribe moved from one place to another and keep watch for enemy activity when a camp was chosen. Aki’cita also acted as “civil police” to preserve order in the camp and had the right to punish offenders of tribal codes or conduct. Warriors chosen to serve as Aki’cita also had the responsibility to maintain strict control during a Buffalo hunt. The Iho’ka (Ihoka) Badger Society were considered amongst the most extreme warriors of the Aki’cita. They were said to have been started by a man who dreamed of a badger. They often took great risks against seemingly insurmountable odds, emulating the great tenacity found in the behavior of a badger, who would not think twice about going nose to nose with a bear ten times its own size and winning the fight. Among the notable insignia of this society are the society’s crooked lances wrapped in wolf skin, quirts with one serrated edge and otter fur wrist loops along with otter skin yokes which were later adorned with trade mirrors to blind their enemies.
CONFEDERATE HISTORY OF POLK COCONFEDERATE HISTORY OF POLK CO 1923 AND KKK BOOKTwo scarce Southern books. Item 1: Williams, A. J. Confederate History of Polk Co, Tenn. 1860-1866 "The Confederate County of East Tennessee". Nashville: McQuiddy Printing Co. 1923. 32 page pamphlet. 7 1/2" H x 5 1/4" W x 1/8" D. Item 2: Lester, J. C. and D. L. Wilson. Ku Klux Klan, Its Origin, Growth and Disbandment. Nashville: Wheeler, Osborn & Duckworth. 1884. 117 pp. 5 7/8" H x 4" W x 3/4" D. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Item 1: Pamphlet has two holes punched in it near spine not affecting the text, some wear and a few instances of ink underlining to names of interest. Item 2: Fragile book has edgewear, some chipping and loss and dampstaining to front cover, and a 2-3 inch closed tear to front flap.
JAN PAWLOWSKI OIL ON LINEN "POLPISJAN PAWLOWSKI OIL ON LINEN "POLPIS HARBOR, NANTUCKET"Jan Pawlowski (Polish/American b. 1949) Oil on Linen "Polpis Harbor, Nantucket" , calm, mellow view on a Summer day in Nantucket, signed lower right Jan Pawlowski in 22k gold leaf frame
36 in. x 52 in. Framed 42.5 in. x 58.5 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.
BOOKS, VAN BUREN LETTER FROM HAMILTONBOOKS, VAN BUREN LETTER FROM HAMILTON PLACE PLUS PHOTO ...1st item: Letter related to the President Martin Van Buren and Eastin/Polk Families, written to Mary Ann Eastin Polk, from a "M. Van Buren", discussing a recent trip to England, specifically a visit to Lord Byron's former estate, and Thanksgiving plans. (Prior to her marraige to Lucius Polk, Miss Eastin was romantially involved with one of the sons of Martin Van Buren; that son -probably Major Abraham Van Buren- is likely the author of this letter). Undated. Written on both sides of a single piece of paper, creased along the middle. Housed in a wooden frame painted black. Sight - 9" H x 14 1/2" W. Framed - 9 3/4" H x 15 1/4" W. 2nd through 13th items: Group of twelve 19th century books from Hamilton Place, 3 volumes from Don Quixote signed "Van Polk", 4 books with Yeatman bookplate, 5 signed with various Yeatman family member signatures. Titles include "Don Quixote" Vols. II, III, and IV, translated from the Spanish of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, 1818, "Lalla Rookh an Oriental Romance" by Thomas Moore, ESQ., 1854, "The History of Missions" by The Rev. William Brown, M.D., 1816, "Les Mysteres de Paris" Vols. 1-2 and 3-4, by Eugene Sue, 1843 plus 5 miscellaneous books, 1" x 2 1/2" x 4 1/8" to 2" x 7 1/2" x 10 3/4". 14th Item: Gelatin Photo Print of St. John's Episcopal Church in Columbia, TN, near the James K. Polk House. The church is depicted from the side behind a stone wall and trees. Housed in a black painted wooden frame. Sight - 9 3/4" H x 13 1/8" W. Framed - 20 1/2" H x 23 3/4" W. Provenance: The estate of Jean A. Yeatman and Harry C. Yeatman, formerly of Hamilton Place Plantation (near Columbia, Tennessee). (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
1st group: Books in fragile condition. Worn covers, spine and edge wear, foxing on most pages. Cover of smaller book and dictionary separated. 2nd item: Some water damage, toning to letter, primarily along creases. Frame held together with tape. 3rd item: Gelatin print in good condition. Not removed from frame. Foxing on matte.
AFTER J. POLLOCK ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISTAFTER J. POLLOCK ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST PAINTING United States,Circa 1950Sporadic blue, black, white, and green lines and splatter strewn across canvas with highly textured impasto.
Currier print with United StatesCurrier print with United States Presidents George Washington to James Polk (1849). Hand colored and framed. 13 1/2" x 9 1/4".
3 US POLITICAL/PRES. MEMORABILIAThree3 US POLITICAL/PRES. MEMORABILIAThree circa 1900 United States Political/Presidential Memorabilia. Including 1 "Tippecanoe and Morton Too" printed cotton bandana, in reference to the 1888 Republican presidential candidate Benjamin Harrison and his running mate, Levi P. Morton, framed; 1 George Washington "The Father of His Country" book marker by Phoenix Silk Mfg. Co., from the World's Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893, framed; and 1 William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt "Prosperity Parade" printed silk ribbon from the 1900 campaign, encased. Stains, wear, and minor losses. 6 1/2-18 1/4" long. ESTIMATE $200-300
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Stains, wear, and minor losses.
RARE 1845 JAMES K. POLK INDIANRARE 1845 JAMES K. POLK INDIAN PEACE MEDALRare 1845 James K. Polk Indian Peace medal , silver, large size of which only eleven examples are known, 75.6 mm, 161.2 g, first size, Julian IP-24. Provenance: Francis P. Garvan; by descent in the family.
Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Condition:
Original medal. Wear commensurate with age and use.
Two boughs of early 20th c. polychromeTwo boughs of early 20th c. polychrome carved birds on branches.
LOUIS VAN DER POL (DUTCH, 1896LOUIS VAN DER POL (DUTCH, 1896 - 1982) "DUTCH HARBOR SCENE" OIL ON WOOD PANEL, CITY SKYLINE CAN BE SEEN BEYOND HARBOR DOCKS, SIGNED...Louis van der Pol (Dutch, 1896 - 1982) "Dutch Harbor Scene" oil on wood panel, city skyline can be seen beyond harbor docks, signed lower right corner, gilt frame, wear consistent with age, including overall toning, varnish discoloration along top of painting, not examined out of frame, ss: 7 3/4" h. x11" w.
DAVID LAZARUS PAINTING POLPISImpressionistDAVID LAZARUS PAINTING POLPISImpressionist oil on board of a landscape titled POLPIS NANTUCKET signed D. Lazarus. 8 x 10, framed 13 x 15 inches.