A few examples of appraisal values for
SAPHO

• JAMES PRADIER (D.1852) PATINATED
  JAMES PRADIER (D.1852) PATINATED BRONZE SAPPHOPatinated bronze figure, likely a clock topper, Sappho (Sapho), signed in cast J. Pradier (Jean Jacques (James) Pradier, Switzerland, France, 1790-1852), with Susse Fres foundry mark, depicting a seated woman, in classical dress, a lyre harp at her side, on marble base, overall: approx 10.25"h, 11.75"w, 5.5"d, 12.75lbs
• FINE GILT BRONZE CLOCK FRAME,
  FINE GILT BRONZE CLOCK FRAME, 19TH CENTURYA fine 19th century rouge royal marble and gilt bronze figural clock base, the standing gilt bronze neoclassical figure of a goddess - possibly Sapho, shown leaning atop a pillar with a circular void intended for a clock mechanism, over an engraved dedication: 'Presented to William Evans Esq. by his Employees, Christmas 1877". Height, 22.5". Note: very heavy.
• SCULPTURE, EMMANUEL VILLANIS
  SCULPTURE, EMMANUEL VILLANIS Emmanuel Villanis (French, 1858-1914), "Sapho," circa 1900, patinated bronze sculpture, signed lower right, titled lower center, numbered (2199) and stamped foundry mark (Society of Bronzes, Paris) on verso of base, overall (with marble base): 22.75"h x 8"w x 7.25"d
• DOULTON LAMBETH GEORGE TINWORTH
  DOULTON LAMBETH GEORGE TINWORTH FIGURINE, SOUSAPHONE MO...Rare glazed stoneware humoresque rodent musician. Dated 1886. GT initials, Lambeth rosette stamp. #RoyalDoulton #DoultonLambeth #GeorgeTinworth #Stoneware #Figurines #Victorian #BritishCeramics #BritishPottery Artist: George Tinworth Issued: 1885 Dimensions: 4.25"H x 2.75"W Manufacturer: Doulton Lambeth Country of Origin: England
• ROYAL DOULTON BUNNYKINS, RARE GREEN
  ROYAL DOULTON BUNNYKINS, RARE GREEN OOMPAH BAND SETSet of five Oompah Band members in rare green coloration. Issued in a special edition of 250 exclusive to U.K. Int'l Ceramics Ltd. Royal Doulton backstamp. DB105 Sousaphone: 4"H DB106 Trumpeter: 3.75"H DB107 Cymbals: 4"H DB108 Drummer: 3.5"H DB109 Drum-Major: 3.5"H #royaldoulton #bunnykins #oompahband Artist: Harry Sales Issued: 1991 Dimensions: 4"H Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England Condition: Good.
• SOUSAPHONE BUNNYKINS DB108 COLORWAY
  SOUSAPHONE BUNNYKINS DB108 COLORWAY - ROYAL DOULTON BUN...Limited special edition colorway bunny in green and red holding a yellow tuba. From the Oompah band. Royal Doulton backstamp. Weight: 2.3oz Issued: 1991 Dimensions: 4"H Edition Size: 250 Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England Condition: Good.
• 5PC ROYAL DOULTON BUNNYKINS
  5PC ROYAL DOULTON BUNNYKINS OOMPAH BANDPieces honoring Golden Jubilee Celebration 1984. Features musical members including: Drummer (DB26), Trumpeteer (DB24), Cymballs (DB25), Drum Major (DB27), Sousaphone (DB23). Royal Doulton backstamp. Largest Bunnykins measures 3.75"H. #music #bunnykins #royaldouton #figurines Artist: H. Sales Issued: 1984 Manufacturer: Royal Doulton Country of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.
• (3PC) LOUIS ICART
  (3PC) LOUIS ICART LITHOGRAPHSDESCRIPTION: (3 Pc) Three "Louis Icart" lithographs mounted in frames. Includes: (1) "Sapho" (H:24" x L:30") (2) "Le Bella Rose" (H:23" x L:27") (3) "Perfect Harmony" (H:21.25" x L:25") CIRCA: 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Continental DIMENSIONS: See Above 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.
• DESIGNER 18K GOLD AND PRECIOUS
  DESIGNER 18K GOLD AND PRECIOUS STONE GORILLA EARRINGSDESCRIPTION: A custom made Pair of 18k yellow gold earrings centered by a carved hardstone figural Gorilla motif completed in excellent detail, further topped by a Diamond, Garnet and Saphorite Garnet encrusted crown. The figure hangs from a 8 pointed star finial centered by a round cut diamond and suspended by another each weighing approx. .10ct. Total Weight: 52 Grams (34.4 dwt) Total Diamond Weight: Approx 1ct CIRCA: 21st cent. ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 54 x 26mm 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.
• SOUSAPHONE BY FRANK HORTON
  SOUSAPHONE BY FRANK HORTON 100103Sousaphone by Frank Horton 100103, with mouthpiece and extension, original bell pins, approx. 50"H. Condition: tarnished, some dents
• MINIATURE COLD PAINTED BRONZE BLACK
  MINIATURE COLD PAINTED BRONZE BLACK AMERICANA BAND20th century, comprising: flute, two trumpets, trombone, cymbals, violin, drum, bass and sousaphone, each wearing white shorts with a yellow hat, 1 in. Provenance: A Private New York Collection Condition: some wear and loss to painted decoration
• VILLANIS 1889 BRONZE SAPHO OF
  VILLANIS 1889 BRONZE SAPHO OF LESBOSAntique bronze sculpture of Sapho or Sappho of Lesbos, signed Villanis 1889 on base, measures 31 3/8 x 11 x 9 inches. Overall good condition, some green patination on dress and rose in hair, general wear on surface due to age, base indented in the f ront. 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.
• JAMES PRADIER (D.1852) 'SAPHO A
  JAMES PRADIER (D.1852) 'SAPHO A LA COLONNE' BRONZEPatinated bronze sculpture, "Sapho a la Colonne" (Sappho at a Column), signed in cast J. Pradier (Jean Jacques [James] Pradier, Swiss-French, 1790-1852), depicting the Archaic Greek female poet with a tortoise shell lyre harp, standing beside a column, on conforming platform base, crowned V.P. stamp on column, approx 17.5"h, 8"w, 7.25"d, 16.75lbs **Provenance: The estate of a Houston Socialite who enjoyed a long career in modeling, both nationally and internationally. She loved and studied interior design and fashion, and was known for her pristine style**
• ANTIQUE SOUSAPHONE, FRENCH HORN,
  ANTIQUE SOUSAPHONE, FRENCH HORN, INLAID MANDOLINSThe brass sousaphone and French horn are offered with two 19th century mandolins having inlaid woods and shell. ONSITE AUCTION: This on-site auction is intended to be local pick-up or local delivery only. Winning bidders who require packing and shipping agree to pay a handling fee of $20 per lot for transportation from the sale location to our shipping facility. All standard shipping and handling charges will apply in addition to this fee.
• MESAPHOT LISSAINT, HAITIAN
  MESAPHOT LISSAINT, HAITIAN 20TH/21ST CENTURY, ZEBRAS, OIL ON CANVAS, 19 3/4 X 20 3/4 IN. (50.2 X 52.7 CM.)MESAPHOT LISSAINT, HAITIAN, 20TH/21ST CENTURY ZEBRAS, Oil on canvas Lower right signed and inscribed: Mesaphot/Lissaint/Haiti Oil on canvas Dimensions: 19 3/4 x 20 3/4 in. (50.2 x 52.7 cm.)
• AMERICAN SILVERPLATED
  AMERICAN SILVERPLATED SOUSAPHONEAmerican Silverplated Sousaphone , marked "JW YORK & SONS/GRAND RAPIDS/MICH", B flat, h. 31 in., bell dia. 19 1/2 in
• EMMANUEL VILLANIS (FRANCE,
  EMMANUEL VILLANIS (FRANCE, 1858-1914) BRONZE SCULPEMMANUEL VILLANIS (France, 1858-1914) bronze sculpture, "Sapho," woman with a lyre. Signed and titled; 28" high x 12" wide x 7" deep.
• ANNIE OAKLEY, JOHN PHILIP SOUSA
  ANNIE OAKLEY, JOHN PHILIP SOUSA SIGNED BOOKFrom Oakley's personal library: Pipetown Sandy, by noted American composer and bandleader, John Philip Sousa, famous for numerous compositions, such as "The Stars & Stripes Forever," "Semper Fidelis" and others, as well as being the person afterom the sousaphone is named. Inscribed and signed on ffep by Sousa to Frank Butler, Oakley's husband. Also includes the name Irene Patterson, Oakley's niece, as well as the name Rush Blakeley, who was married to another of Oakley's nieces. This is one of several of Annie Oakley's personal items from the Patterson family in today's auction. Provenance: Obtained directly from descendants. Includes copy of letter of provenance from a direct descendant of Emily Patterson. See images. Fine condition overall. This item can be shipped in-house.
• AMATI KRASLICE BRASS EUPHONIUM
  AMATI KRASLICE BRASS EUPHONIUM Large tuba / bass horn / sousaphone by Amati Kraslice, model AEP 331-0, serial number "852234", with black hard case. 26" H x 16" W x 11.5".
• EMMANUEL VILLANIS ART NOUVEAU SAPHO
  EMMANUEL VILLANIS ART NOUVEAU SAPHO BRONZE MODEL France,1858-1914Finely cast sculpture of the Greek poet Sapho standing with her lyre in flowing diaphanous drapery. Sapho was known for her lyric poetry that she sang while playing the lyre and has become a symbol of female homosexuality through the words of her poems.
• ALABASTER SCULPTURE OF A SEATED
  ALABASTER SCULPTURE OF A SEATED SAPHO ON PEDESTAL Giuseppe Andreini / Andreoni (Italian 19th/20th century), untitled, 1910, alabaster and marble sculpture depicting Sapho seated on a bench with scroll and lyre, resting on a green veined marble pedestal with twisted standard, signed "A. Andreini/Florence/1910" to the left side. Note: An identical composition of mixed marble on pedestal by Ferdinando Adreini (Italian 1843-1922) was sold at Sotheby's London, 19th and 20th century European Sculpture, November 11, 2008, lot 66. Approx. sculpture h. 21", w. 27.5", d. 19"; pedestal h. 30.25", w. 29.5", d. 15.5".
• Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figures
  Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figures Oompah Band Drummer DB26 Trumpeter DB24 Cymbals DB25 Drum Major DB27 and Sousaphone DB23 all boxed (5)
• Lot of 4 vintage brass musical
  Lot of 4 vintage brass musical themed letter openers. Including G Clef, 2 musicians playing Sousaphones and a double bell, longest letter opener 9 1/2". Estimate $20-40
• COLLECTION OF ALASKAN IVORY AND
  COLLECTION OF ALASKAN IVORY AND SCRIMSHAW: To include 1) Hawaiian scrimshaw whales tooth with whaling scene, signed Saphore '71. Tooth measures 5 1/2'', affixed to frame, 5 1/2'' x 7 1/2'' x 2''. 2) Alaskan scrimshaw whale tooth featuring Inuit hunting seals. Unsigned. 3 3/4'' l. 3) Small scrimshaw tooth featuring clipper ship, signed HK. 2'' long, affixed to base. 4) Carved walrus, 2'' l. 5) Carved Inuit in boat on seal hunt with spear and paddle, illegibly signed Mike ??? Jr., Nome AK. 3 1/8'' l.CONDITION: This item can only be shipped within the U.S.
• 5 MAUSER STERLING MOUNTED
  5 MAUSER STERLING MOUNTED BRUSHES: To include 1) 3 brushes in the ''La Vision'' pattern 2 cloth 1 military. 2 monogrammed with Mauser markings other simply marked Sterling. 2) 2 cloth brushes marked with Mauser markings ''SAPHO'' one with retailers name as well. Largest brush measures 2 1/4'' h. x 7 3/4'' x 2 1/2''.CONDITION: Note dings and signs of use and wear.
• Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figures
  Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figures Oompah Band comprising Drummer DB26 Drum Major DB27 Sousaphone DB23 Cymbals DB25 and Trumpeter DB24 (5)
• COLLECTION OF VINTAGE GE GENERAL
  COLLECTION OF VINTAGE GE GENERAL ELECTRIC RADIOS: 7 Piece 600 201 115W 405 467 5202 ''Musaphonic'' and unknown. Largest measures 9'' x 13'' x 8''.CONDITION: All radios appear to be original and complete; however we cannot guarantee complete functionality.
• Royal Doulton Bunnykins Blue Oompah
  Royal Doulton Bunnykins Blue Oompah Band figures Sousaphone DB86 Trumpeter DB87 Cymbals DB88 Drummer DB89 And Drum Major DB90 All Boxed (5)
• An Italian Art Nouveau Carved
  An Italian Art Nouveau Carved Marble Bust Sapho depicting the maiden with ribbon-tied hair and having poppy decoration. Height 13 3/4 inches.
• Royal Doulton set of Bunnykins
  Royal Doulton set of Bunnykins figures from the Oompah Band comprising Drum Major DB27 Trumpeter DB24 Cymbals DB25 Drummer DB26 and Sousaphone DB23 all with Golden Jubilee backstamp and boxed (5)
• Marine painting, Christopher J.
  Marine painting, Christopher J. Guise (British/American, late 19th/early 20th century), portrait of the American two-masted yacht "Sapho", signed lower left "C.J. Guise", oil on panel, 11 x 14-3/8 in.; late 19th/early 20th century gilt wood and composition frame. Yellowed varnish, small splits in wood; frame with minor losses and retouch.
• A modern silver picture frame
  A modern silver picture frame approx. 22 x 17cm together with a Royal Doulton figure of ''Sousaphone Bunnykins'' dated 1984 (boxed).
• Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figure
  Royal Doulton Bunnykins Figure Sousaphone from the Oompah Band Set DB23 and Sydney DB195 (2)