- A Bohemian armorial enamelled glass
A Bohemian armorial enamelled glass beaker, late 18th c, with the arms of the Elector of Saxony and initials of Frederick Augustus, the rim gilt, 11.7cm h More Information Gilding rubbed, not cracked or chipped
- 12 DRESDEN "MADE IN SAXONY" PLATES WITH
12 DRESDEN "MADE IN SAXONY" PLATES WITH GOLD AND CREAM12 Dresden "Made in Saxony" Plates with gold and cream rim. 7 5/8" diameter. Very good condition.
- Two Continental Porcelain Plaques After
Two Continental Porcelain Plaques After Raphael and Gustav Karl Ludwig Richter
20th Century
depicting The Madonna del Seddia and Neapolitan Fishing Boy; the first impressed 3 E to the underside, the second inscribed Neapolitaner / Saxony and impressed 310 to the underside.
Height of first 6 1/2 x width 4 3/4 inches; height of second 6 1/2 x width 4 1/2 inches.
- GUB MARINE CHRONOMETER WITH POWER RESERVE
GUB MARINE CHRONOMETER WITH POWER RESERVE 9 ¼" x 11 ¾" x 9 ?" tall Glaschutte, a German city in the old state of Saxony, became the cradle of German watch making. WWII converted all effort to the manufacture of military time pieces. Post WWII, most original Glaschutte watch companies, had lost much of their talent, as well as suffering Soviet machinery confiscations. In 1951 an east German state owned conglomerate was formed, pulling together all the talent of the companies in Glaschutte, including today's recognizable A. Lange & Sohne, and formed VEB Glashutter Uhrenbetriebe (GUB); to manufacture primarily marine chronometers. A. Lange & Sohne was gone in 1948 as a private company, and would have to wait until reunification to reappear as a new entity. GUB would develop mechanical wristwatch movements, even through the quartz crisis era, which would become the foundation of today's proprietary premium watch movements of Glashutte original. GUB became Glashutte original in 1994, after privatization of the state owned company. GUB made very good quality timepieces, far superior to many contemporaries of the time; but should not be confused with the haute horology, 1990 relaunch of the defunct A. Lange & Shone brand. VEB-GUB, loosely translates to publicly owned Glaschutte clock (timepiece)
operation. 4" matte silver dial with Roman numerals for all chapters, engraved and filled with black paint, except six, the location of the subsidiary seconds dial. All minute hash marks on a continuous circle at the dial's edge, bold at chapters. Gold spade type minute/hour hands. Blued stick type sub dial hand with marquee, blued power reserve hand.Helical balance spring, detent escapement, fusee driven movement. This chronometer uses a spring steel ribbon loop instead of the traditional chain, to transmit power from the mainspring barrel. Mahogany inner box with beveled glass top is 7 ¼" square, and 7" tall. Two winding keys included, as well as Polish certification papers. Wood box shows extensive use.
- AN IMPORTANT LATE LOUIS XV ORMOLU, WHITE
AN IMPORTANT LATE LOUIS XV ORMOLU, WHITE MARBLE AND PORPHYRY PENDULE à CERCLES TOURNANTS Michel Stollewerck, circa 1765. Signed Stollewerck A Paris, signed two train movement, verge escapement.Catalog Note: Michel Stollenwerck was of German birth but recorded in Paris by 1730. He first established his workshop in the precincts of the Abbey St Germain des Pres in 1739 but moved to the rue de la Comedie Francaise by 1747. Stollenwerck had exceptional mechanical talent and specialized in musical clocks. Stollenwerck supplied clocks for the French nobility and the crowned heads of Europe including King Stanislas Leszczynski, Frederick II of Prussia and Augustus III of Saxony.
The horizontal rings that indicate the time in cercles tournants clocks can be troublesome, in that they can rub or jam if incorrectly balanced, or not handled with great care. The 90 degree change in the direction of rotation required to drive the rings can also introduce problems. The clock offered for sale here demonstrates Stollewercks innovative solution to this problem. By using rings of rigid construction, a stout, well supported motion transmission arbor, and a disc with wheel bearings to reduce friction and to decrease the chances of the rings fouling each other, the failings of other clocks of this type are avoided. He invented this system. The square, two train movement is very well made and finished, and a testament to the fine work being done in Paris during the mid 18th century.
Stollewerck employed the finest craftsmen of his time for his clock cases, including bronziers such as Jean Joseph de St. Germain and Robert Osmond. The stonework and castings are of exceptional quality, and appear to retain most of their original gilding. By the time of his death in 1768, he was considered to be one of the finest makers in Europe.
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- (2) UNFRAMED GERMAN MAPS, SAXONY & NORTH
(2) UNFRAMED GERMAN MAPS, SAXONY & NORTH AMERICA(lot of 2) Unframed German engraved maps on paper, including: (1) showing areas around Saxony, compiled from Friedrich Zollmann and Adam Friedrich Zurner, published by Johann Homann, sheet: approx 20.25"h, 24.25"w, (1) map of North America, after Friedrich von Stulpnagel, sheet: approx 14.5"h, 17"w; 0.5lbs total
- A PAIR OF CAPO DI MONTE LIDDED URNS.
A PAIR OF CAPO DI MONTE LIDDED URNS. Fourth quarter 19th century. Embossed foliate, Putti and Cherub designs in bright colors. Cobalt crown over "N" mark and on rim of foot "Saxony". One has damage to Putti on lid and in the making hole on foot. Lids are glued on. 12.75"h.
- NUREMBERG GEORG FRIEDRICH GREBNER POLYCHROMED
NUREMBERG GEORG FRIEDRICH GREBNER POLYCHROMED DELFT CHARGER DEPICTING MARTIN LUTHER AND JOHANN, DUKE OF SAXONYBlack painted mark, dated 1730.
14 in. diam.
Condition
Some minor losses to the rim and a few firing imperfections. Minor areas of glaze loss, minor areas of crazing to the reverse and losses to the rim. Otherwise 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.
- TWO DELFT CHARGERS AND A CHINESE EXPORT
TWO DELFT CHARGERS AND A CHINESE EXPORT STYLE BOWLThe chargers with blue painted marks, the bowl inscribed 'Made in Saxony'.
The largest 13 3/4 in. diam.
Condition
Each with rim chips and wear.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.
- MANNER OF GEORGE DESMAREES (18TH CENTURY).
MANNER OF GEORGE DESMAREES (18TH CENTURY). Pair of Royal Portraits: Prince Elector Maximilian III Joseph of Bavaria (1727-1777) and Princess Maria Anna Sophia of Saxony (1728-1797). Oil on canvas mounted on panel. Acquired from Dorotheum, Vienna in 2007; Auction label verso. From a Purchase, NY estate. Dimensions: Each: 31.5" h x 26.5" w. Condition: Craquelure. Old restorations. Edge abrasions and losses.
- MILITARIA. IMPERIAL GERMAN AND AUSTRIAN
MILITARIA. IMPERIAL GERMAN AND AUSTRIAN MINIATURE Medals Grouping. Including a German states, Kingdom of Prussia The House Order of Hohenzollern Knight’s Cross with swords (Deutsche Staaten, Königreich Preußen Der Hausorden der Hohenzollern, Ritterkreuz) executed in gold tone medal and enamel; Including a German states, Kingdom of Prussia The House Order of Hohenzollern Knight’s Cross without swords (Deutsche Staaten, Königreich Preußen Der Hausorden der Hohenzollern, Ritterkreuz) executed in gold tone medal and enamel; German Iron Cross 1914 (Eisernes Kreuz EK 1914) executed an silver and enamel; and a German The Honor Cross of the World War 1914/1918 (Hindenburg Cross) (Das Ehrenkreuz des Weltkriegs); Austria, Empire Military Merit Cross with war decoration (Osterreich, Reichs-Militar-Verdienstkreuz); Hamburg, Free City. A Hanseatic Cross; Bremen, Free City. A Hanseatic Cross; a German states Saxony 1915-1918 War Merit Cross (Kriegsverdienstkreuz); Spain Order Of Military Merit I Class Cross; a German states, Prussia Order of the Red Eagle medal (Preussischer Orden vom Roten Adler); a German states, Prussia Order of the Red Eagle 4th Class medal (Preussischer Orden vom Roten Adler); a German states, Hohenzollern House Order Of Hohenzollern, III Class Honour Cross; German Imperial, Prussian Officers Long Military Service 25 year Cross (Dienstauszeichnung für 25 Dienstjahre) medal; an Imperial German Prussian Royal Order of the Crown Fourth Class (Koniglische Kronen-Orden IV. Klasse); A German Empire China Campaign Boxer Rebellion 1900 -1901 non-combatants medal "China-Denkmünze für Nichtkämpfer 1901"; and an Imperial German Bavarian Order of Merit of St. Michael (1st model), Knight's Cross 1st Class (Bayern, Verdienstorden vom heiligen Michael (1. Modell), Ritterkreuz I. Klasse) executed in 14kt yellow gold and enamel. Accompanied by an unknown miniature medal with Arabic writing. Total approx. weight of the only 14kt gold medal is 2.2 dwt (gross). From a Manhattan, NY estate. Dimensions: Bavarian Order of Merit of St. Michael medal measures approx. 15.4mm w x 26.5mm h. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. Bavarian Order of Merit of St. Michael medal exhbits chipped enamel. Please utilize the given photos in order to properly asses the condition of all medals.
- MILITARIA. BULGARIAN AND GERMAN STATES
MILITARIA. BULGARIAN AND GERMAN STATES MEDALS Including a Bulgarian Order of Civil Merit Grand Cross (Orden Bol'shogo kresta za grazhdanskiye zaslugi) executed in gilt silver and enamel; a German states Saxony, Kingdom Albrecht Order, II Class Knight (Deutsche Staaten Sachsen, Königreich Albrechtsorden, Ritterorden II. Klasse) medal executed in silver and enamel suspended from ribbon with gold tone crossed swords; a German states Saxony, Kingdom Albrecht Order, 1st Class Knight's Cross (Deutsche Staaten Sachsen, Königreich Albrechtsorden, Ritterkreuz 1. Klasse) with swords executed in silver and enamel. Accompanied by an unknown gold tone and enamel Maltese cross with central enamel bust of a gentleman; a damaged unknown gold tone medal, and a damaged silver and enamel medal. Total approx. weight of all silver medals is 2.94 troy oz (gross) excluding gold tone medals. From a Manhattan, NY estate. Dimensions: Bulgarian Order of Civil Merit Grand Crossmeasure approx. 53.88mm w x 85mm h. Condition: Good, with light surface scratches and minor dings/dents. Albrecht Order, II Class Knight medal is void of Albert III bust. Please utilize the given photos in order to properly asses the condition of all medals.
- ASSEMBLED GERMAN PORCELAIN SERVICEAssembled
ASSEMBLED GERMAN PORCELAIN SERVICEAssembled German Porcelain Service, Schumann, Bavaria; comprising eight dinner plates (10 1/8 in. dia.); 12 salad plates (7 3/4 in. dia.); nine saucers (5 3/4 in. dia.); nine teacups; nine cream soup bowls (1 3/4 x 6 3/8 x 4 7/8 in.); 12 "Dresden Line" pierced bread plates (5 3/4 in. dia., and one "Dresden Line" pierced oval serving bowl (8 3/8 x 12 3/8 in.); together with six Hammersley "Dresden Sprays" cream soup saucers (6 3/4 in. dia.); seven Dresden Style Royal saucers (6 1/8 in. dia.); five Dresden Style Royal bouillon cups (2 in. high); a three-piece Dresden tea set, comprising a teapot (5 1/8 in high), a creamer (4 1/4 in. high), a sugar bowl with lid (4 1/2 in. high); and 11 Dresden Saxony nameplates (1 5/8 x 3 7/8 in.); also together with 10 pieces of Victoria Czechoslovakia [six saucers (6 3/8 in. dia.) and four bouillon cups (1 3/4 in. high] Provenance: The Walter and Donna Conn Estate; located within the desirable estate enclave of San Marino. Designed by the renowned architect Roland E. Coate in 1929, and built for a member of the Keck family, the gated Colonial Revival home graces over an acre of meticulously manicured park-like grounds. Formerly the USC Presidential Mansion. Condition:
- CHINA: AMBROSIUS LAMM FOR DRESDEN, TWO
CHINA: AMBROSIUS LAMM FOR DRESDEN, TWO HAND-PAINTED "SAXONY" TEACUPS EACH WITH MATCHING SAUCER, BOTH WITH BLUE GLAZED LAMM MARK AND "DRESDEN" TO BASE, DETAILS INCLUDE: ONE WITH AMOROUS COUPLES, TEACUP WITH HEART MOTIF...CHINA: Ambrosius Lamm for Dresden, two hand-painted "Saxony" teacups each with matching saucer, both with blue glazed Lamm mark and "Dresden" to base, details include: one with amorous couples, teacup with heart motif, saucer with couple in country landscape to border, mint accent border, 4 5/8" diam.; second teacup with polychrome floral baskets and sprays on white ground, gilded accents, 4 1/2" diam., all pieces with light wear consistent with age and use.
- +AMERICAN SCHOOL PORTRAIT INSCRIPTION
+AMERICAN SCHOOL PORTRAIT INSCRIPTION IDENTIFIES AS "STEPHEN TUCKERMAN, AGED 21, TAKEN NOV. 2ND, 1807", PASTEL ON PAPER, DEPICTS BUST OF YOUNG GENTLEMAN IN PROFILE, BROWN HAIR AND BLUE EYES, DRESSED IN FEDERAL TYPE AT...+American School portrait inscription identifies as "Stephen Tuckerman, Aged 21, Taken Nov. 2nd, 1807", pastel on paper, depicts bust of young gentleman in profile, brown hair and blue eyes, dressed in Federal type attire of black overcoat with large lapel, white shirt and cravat reaching chin, overlaid black mat creates oval composition, early ink inscription verso of above title, in older frame, wear consistent with age including crinkling of paper, very minor pastel loss, mat slipping in frame, not examined out of frame, etc., ss: 6 3/4" h. x 5 1/4" w. [PROVENANCE: Mabel Wilson, Fine Antiques & Americana information tag reads in part: "Attributed to William Von Moll Berczy, Sr. (1744, Saxony - 1813, Boston), Berczy was the son of a German diplomat named Luhensten. He spent his formative years in Vienna as Minister of the House of Brunswick to the Imperial Court. He toured Europe in the 1770's before bringing a group of Germans to Norther New England in 1790.. $4,000.]
- SET OF DRESDEN PAINTED CABINET PLATES.
SET OF DRESDEN PAINTED CABINET PLATES. A fine set of 13 plates, scenic and floral hand paint decoration, backs marked Dresden Made in Saxony, 10 -7/8”D
- DRESDEN (CARL THIEME) PORCELAIN URNS,
DRESDEN (CARL THIEME) PORCELAIN URNS, PAIRA pair of Dresden porcelain lidded urns with delicate floral swag and putti relief, and gilt decoration, Carl Thieme Saxony Porcelain Factory, Potschappel. Blue "SP Dresden" mark to each underside. German, circa 1910.
Each measures 23" x 10".
Provenance: The collection of Shirley Bush Helzberg.
Note : This lot is offered with a confidential reserve price, in an amount not to exceed the low estimate.
Condition
Fair condition. One lid has a repaired hairline (no losses). There are a number of chips to the floral swags.
- CONTINENTAL PORCELAIN GARNITURE, 19TH
CONTINENTAL PORCELAIN GARNITURE, 19TH CENTURYA late 19th century three-piece Continental porcelain garniture, consisting of a trio of lidded baluster shaped urns decorated with hand-painted romantic vignettes against yellow bodies, two measuring 14.25" high, one measuring 18.5 high (repairs to neck & lid), the undersides with faux 'August Rex' factory marks for PM&M Porcelain Factory Saxony, used 1879-81.
- GERMAN 800 SILVER RETICULATED BASKET
GERMAN 800 SILVER RETICULATED BASKET WITH INSERT 10 ½" x 7 ½" x 10" with handle extended German silver reticulated basket with ornate mermaid motif; two mermaids flanking an overflowing fruit filled urn. Marked near the handle hinge, Norden city mark, Lower Saxony, 18th-19th century. With cobalt glass insert. Weighs 14.47 toz.
- DRESDEN SAXONY AMBROSIUS LAMM LUNCHEON
DRESDEN SAXONY AMBROSIUS LAMM LUNCHEON PLATES10 Dresden porcelain hand painted plates by Ambrosius Lamm, circa 1920. Decorated in florals with gilt foliate scrolls to the rim.
Measures: 9 inch diameter
Domestic Shipping: $50
- 10 GERMAN PORCELAIN PLATES, BERRY PATTERNHand
10 GERMAN PORCELAIN PLATES, BERRY PATTERNHand painted berries and foliate design; gilt rim.
Includes (5) 7.5"D plates marked Saxony Fraureuth, (3) 8.25"D plates marked Favorite Bavaria and (2) 8.75"D plates marked Bavaria.
Issued: c. Late 19th c. - 20th c.
Dimensions: 8.75" dia.
Country of Origin: Germany
- BRUNSWICK LION BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION:
BRUNSWICK LION BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION: A german small bronze figurine sculpture depicting a replica of the german medieval Brunswick Lion. The Brunswick Lion is a monument and the best known landmark in the German city of Braunschweig (Brunswick). The original monument was created between 1164 and 1176, at the time when the Welf duke Henry the Lion, ruler of both Saxony and Bavaria, took his residence at Braunschweig. The bronze figurine is finished with a nice dark patina and sits atop a stone base. CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: Germany. DIMENSIONS: H: 5 3/8" W: 5 1/2" D: 3". Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. 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."
- LOT OF THREE GERMAN METTLACH BEER VESSELSA
LOT OF THREE GERMAN METTLACH BEER VESSELSA lot of three German Mettlach beer vessels. To include:
#1032-2368, Gnomes drinking, 0.25 liter
#1290D-2327, Crest of Saxony beaker, 0.25 liter
#3078/531, Eros with conical inlaid cover, 0.5 liter
- GROUP OF 11 GERMAN COINS & 1 OTHERGrouping
GROUP OF 11 GERMAN COINS & 1 OTHERGrouping of eleven (11) German coins, all silver with the exception of one. Coins include a 1613 Silver Thaler of Maximilian III, 32 Groschen, 1728 Karl VI 16 Schilling, 1780 Maria Theresia Thaler Trade Coinage, 1827 German States Saxony-Albertine Thaler, 1774 German States Bavaria 1/2 Thaler, 1862 German States Anhalt-Bernberg Thaler, 1859 German States Frankfurt Am Main Thaler, 1860 German States lippe-Detmold thaler, 1912 German Empire 10 Pfenning, 1907 1/2 Mark and a Max Planck 2 Deutsche Mark (copper & nickel). Lot also includes an 1892 Columbian World Exposition Commemorative Silver Coin. Total silver coin weight 6.28 oz troy.
Condition:
All coins in used,circulated condition.
- 3 PORCELAIN FIGURES AFTER COUNT BRUHL'S
3 PORCELAIN FIGURES AFTER COUNT BRUHL'S TAILORThree (3) German and English porcelain polychrome and parcel gilt "Count Bruhl's Tailor" figures by various makers, based on the original modeled in the 18th century by Meissen artist Johann Joachim Kandler (Germany, 1706-1775). Each depicts a satirical representation of the tailor of Count Bruhl, Chief Administrator to the King, who was considered the best-dressed man in Saxony (now Germany), in elaborate 17th century attire with a tricorn hat and wearing spectacles, riding atop a goat also wearing spectacles with various sewing tools, on a naturalistic base. One (1) with a blue Sitzendorf mark, one (1) with a blue Carl-Johann Gottlob Thieme, Dresden mark, and one (1) a gilt Chelsea mark, top or underside of bases. Ranging in size from 6 1/2" H x 2 1/4" W x 5 3/4" D to 10 1/4" H x 4 1/2" W x 7 1/2" D. All items early 20th century.
Condition:
Dresden and Chelsea figures with scattered fleabites to base. Sitzendorf figure with fleabite to tip of scissors.
- 10 DRESDEN SERVICE PLATESA set of ten
10 DRESDEN SERVICE PLATESA set of ten early 20th century German porcelain service plates, Dresden. Each has a wide apple green border decorated in the Baroque taste with fired gold flowering baskets, ribbon and swag motifs, and an elaborate CRD script monogram at the well. Stamped in blue on the reverse, including "K, Dresden, Made in Saxony." Very little wear to the decoration; overall, good condition. 10 7/8" diameter. ESTIMATE $400-600
Condition:
Very little wear to the decoration; overall, good condition.
- FIVE EARLY EUROPEAN SILVER COINSincluding
FIVE EARLY EUROPEAN SILVER COINSincluding a Louis XIV Ecu, 1702 and a Saxony 2/3 thaler issued to mark the death of the elector's wife, Christiane Eberhardine, 1727. VG to UF+ as shown, refer to photos, oxidation and wear. Largest: 42 mm. Provenance: Property of a Litchfield County, CT Estate.
Condition:
Any condition information included in our lot descriptions is not the equivalent of a written condition statement, and the absence of condition information does not imply that the lot is free of defects. Our auction lot descriptions reflect our effort to provide accurate, objective and fair information on all lots for sale, and we encourage bidders to request written condition statements and large file images on any lots of interest by emailing condition@woodburyauction.com. We also strongly advise that you or someone on your behalf inspect the lot personally before bidding. All lots are sold "as is" and "where is" and neither we nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property. There are no returns and no refunds based on condition
- AUSTRIA SALZBURG 1/2 THALER, 1628and
AUSTRIA SALZBURG 1/2 THALER, 1628and Saxony silver thaler, 1593 1/2 thaler issued for the consecration of Salzburg Cathedral, 1628 the thaler with Johan Georg, August, and Christian II of Saxony, 1593. Both +/- UF, please see photographs, oxidation and wear. Largest: 40 mm. Provenance: Property of a Litchfield County, CT Estate.
Condition:
Any condition information included in our lot descriptions is not the equivalent of a written condition statement, and the absence of condition information does not imply that the lot is free of defects. Our auction lot descriptions reflect our effort to provide accurate, objective and fair information on all lots for sale, and we encourage bidders to request written condition statements and large file images on any lots of interest by emailing condition@woodburyauction.com. We also strongly advise that you or someone on your behalf inspect the lot personally before bidding. All lots are sold "as is" and "where is" and neither we nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property. There are no returns and no refunds based on condition
- A FOLIO SIZE BOOK OF MEISSEN, "KÖNIGLICH
A FOLIO SIZE BOOK OF MEISSEN, "KÖNIGLICH SÄCHSISCHE POR...A FOLIO SIZE BOOK OF MEISSEN, "KÖNIGLICH SÄCHSISCHE PORZELLANMANUFAKTUR," GERMANY, 1911, commemorating the 200th jubilee of Europe's oldest porcelain factory, 191 pages, 43 full page tables with tissue guard and outline, 377 in text illustrations, opposite the frontispiece a heliogravure portrait printed by F.A. Brockhaus, Leipzig, of King Frederick Augustus III of Saxony (German 1865-1932) in full military uniform, preface by Dr. Karl Berling (German 1857-1940) with contributions by Dr. Julius Ludwig, Ferdinand Heintze, Paul Gesell, and Erich Hoesel, English language edition, bound in tan cloth with blue title block and spine, printed endpapers. Height: 2.00" Width: 15.25" Depth: 12.00"
Condition:
In overall fair intact condition, the spine rebound and strengthened, soiling and wear to the tan cloth with bending to edges, endpapers with areas of loss, minor toning to paper stock, signatures slightly loose but intact. 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."
- AN ANTIQUE GERMAN BURL WALNUT GRAND
AN ANTIQUE GERMAN BURL WALNUT GRAND PIANO, BY ERNST KAP...AN ANTIQUE GERMAN BURL WALNUT GRAND PIANO, BY ERNST KAPS, No. 4744, DRESDEN, 1877-1879, of medium grand piano size and a traditionally shaped burl walnut case topped by a conforming hinged lid with a front hinged lid, centering a circular crisply cast and gilt metal medallion celebrating E. Kaps being awarded the Order of Albrecht Knight's Cross 1st Class by the King of Saxony encircled by cities, dates, and medals won, above an interior with gold paint lacquered cast iron harp/frame with molded "SYSTEM KAPS / PATENT.," and fitted with expected strings/hammers, etc, over a sound board centering a black stenciled listing of medals won at various exhibitions/expositions with locations from 1862-1876, above stenciled reproductions of the medals and an oval scene of the Kaps buildings flanked by baby grands, over "Hof -Pianoforte-Fabrik von / ERNST KAPS / DRESDEN," impressed serial no. 4744, interior side with applied London retailer's label C.E. FLAVELL, beneath an adjustable music stand of reticulated fretwork flanked by two similarly detailed slide panels, above a hinged fallboard covering keyboard and centering brass inlaid "KAPS.," over an underside suspending the pedal lyre fitted with two pedal rods and two brass pedals, raised on three scrolling blocks on tapering octagonal legs with turned capitals and ending in turned ring feet on brass casters. Height: 38" Width: 57" Length: 6' 1" Provenance: Private Collection, Houston, Texas
Condition:
Repairs throughout, worn old felts, some strings unattached, hammer wear, faded areas, dry veneer, dings, light edge wear, veneer repairs, and build up throughout. Soundboard appears to be cracked in a few places. 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.”
- COLLECTION OF EIGHT YELLOW-WARE, BLUE-WARE,
COLLECTION OF EIGHT YELLOW-WARE, BLUE-WARE, SPLATTERWAR...Collection of Eight Yellow-Ware, Blue-Ware, Splatterware Milk Pitchers, circa 1850-1932 , from The Black Forest, Oden Forest, Saxony, Birdsmountain, Germany and Southern Austria
Heights Range 6.5 in. to 9.5 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.
- GERMAN "JEWELED" SILVER COMMEMORATIVE
GERMAN "JEWELED" SILVER COMMEMORATIVE DISH, LAST HALF O...German "Jewelled" Silver Commemorative Dish, last half of the 19th Century, in remembrance of Saxon monarchs Augustus III and Maria Josepha, mark of Richard Garten, Dresden, active 1860-1905, of oval form with ruffled wavy rim, richly embossed and chased with conjoined portrait roundels, the cavetto deeply embossed and finely chased with conjoined medallion portraits of Augustus III and Maria Josepha of Saxony, identified by encircling Latin inscriptions, with dates of birth in flanking spandrels, and coronation date of 17 Januari 1734 surmounting; crown, crossed swords, robust fruits, and applied green stone and carnelian "jewels" add further embellishment. Additional note: very likely produced in commemoration to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the coronation of the Saxon monarchs.
Length 11.25 in. Width 8.75 in. Height 1.25 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.
- FULL SIZE VIOLIN AND BOW20th century,
FULL SIZE VIOLIN AND BOW20th century, bears interior label "Antonius Stradiuarius", in fitted case, 23-1/2 in. long; full size bow stamped "Saxony"
Provenance: Private North Carolina Collection
Condition:
missing bridge, overall wear, varnish flaking, abrasions to body; bow with overall wear, no horsehair; case with wear
- SET OF SIX DRESDEN SERVICE PLATES, WITH
SET OF SIX DRESDEN SERVICE PLATES, WITH HIGH-RELIEF GOL...Set of Six Dresden Service Plates, with high-relief gold and cobalt blue border, marked Rosenthal Dresden Saxony, diameter 10 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.
- CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE PORCELAIN 'ASTER'
CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE PORCELAIN 'ASTER' BOWLprobably Kangxi period, with square chop mark within double rings, low bowl with barbed rim, paneled border of aster flowers, the center further painted with four large asters against a swirl ground, wheel cut and black painted inventory number "N: 304.", 1-7/8 x 10-3/4 in.
Provenance: Johanneum N: 304.; A.J. Broder, purchased June 12, 1995 for $1,400 (accompanied by hand written receipt); Estate of Virginia B. Story, North Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Note: The Johanneum marks are inventory numbers inscribed on porcelain items belonging to the collection of August the Strong, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony (1694-1733).
Condition:
repair rim chip, hairline, other small scattered chips and nicks, scratches
- GROUP OF TWO THALERS1656 German States
GROUP OF TWO THALERS1656 German States (Saxony) Johann Georg Thaler, KM-425, DAV-7612; 1704 Austria Leopold (the "hogmouth") Thaler, KM-1303.4, DAV-1003, appears to be the overdate 1704/3
Provenance: Private Collection
Condition:
modest circulation, old toning, light surface marks, Saxony with slight waviness to planchet that does not distract