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THE BUILDER

• SEVEN ENGLISH BOOKS ON
  SEVEN ENGLISH BOOKS ON ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNSeven English books on architectural design, 18th/19th c., including The Country Gentleman's Architect , Miller, 1787, Laing Hints for Dwellings , Carter The Builder's Magazine , Book of Designs , two folios English Brickwork and Architectural Turned Woodwork by Small and Woodbridge, and Vignola. The Five Orders of Architecture by Pierre Esquie. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Several boards detached but present. Laing with overall toning and staining, mainly to corner.
• SIX TRADE BOOKS, 18TH/19TH C.Six
  SIX TRADE BOOKS, 18TH/19TH C.Six trade books, 18th/19th c., including The Builders' Assistant by John Haviland, Philadelphia, 1818-1821, vols. I and III; together with books on mechanics, porcelain, and wool dying. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Lacking Volume II. Vol. I front cover detached but present. First American publication on the Greek Orders of Architecture. Other titles: The Mechanic's Companion, Dr. Lardner's Cabinet Cyclopaedia of Useful Arts: Porcelain and Glass, and two editions of The Dyer's Assistant in the Art of Dying Wool… by James Haigh, Leeds: J. Bowling, 1778.
• TWO ARCHITECTURE BOOKS BY WILLIAM
  TWO ARCHITECTURE BOOKS BY WILLIAM PAIN, 18TH C.Two architecture books by William Pain, 18th c. , The Builder's Pocket-Treasure , Boston: William Norman, 1794, and The Practical House Carpenter , Philadelphia: Thomas Dobson, 1797. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Treasure: boards detached, front board present, lacking backboard. Some dampstaining, some plates with discoloration around edges. Carpenter: overall toning.
• FOUR ENGLISH ARCHITECTURE BOOKS,
  FOUR ENGLISH ARCHITECTURE BOOKS, 18TH C.Four English architecture books, 18th c. including The Builder's Dictionary , London: A. Bettesworth, C. Hitch, S. Austen, 1734, Vol. I, 8vo, First edition; and A Treatise of Architecture by Sebastian Le Clerc, London: W. Taylor, 1734-1724, in two volumes, 8vo, First edition. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Expected wear. One cover detached but present.
• THE CITY AND COUNTRY BUILDER'S
  THE CITY AND COUNTRY BUILDER'S AND WORKMAN'S...The City and Country Builder's and Workman's Treasury of Designs or the Art of Drawing and Working the Ornamental Parts of Architecture , by Batty Langley, London: ca. 1750, together with The Builder's Jewel , Batty and Thomas Langley, London: R. Ware, 1741. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Lacking frontispiece, title page and Plate I. Most plates dated 1738 or 1739, appendix plates are 1741. Some soiling and toning. Boards detatched, lacking back board. Jewel: boards detached but present.
• THE BUILDER'S DICTIONARY, ETC.The
  THE BUILDER'S DICTIONARY, ETC.The Builder's Dictionary: or, Architect's Companion , Vol. II, London: A. Betterworth and C. Hitch, 1734, together with Convenient and Ornamental Architecture by John Crunden, London, Webley, 1767. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot. Condition: Crunden lacking plates I and II.
• A FOLK ART SCRATCH-BUILT SCULPTED
  A FOLK ART SCRATCH-BUILT SCULPTED PATINATED AND ENAMEL METAL MODEL OF AN OCEAN LINER A Folk Art scratch-built sculpted patinated and enamel metal model of an ocean liner San Francisco circa 1930, with movable propellers and very well detailed fittings, executed for the builders fiance, the vessel likely depicting the Queen Mary but named the Henrietta (artist fiance at the time), overall 9"h x 29"w x 4"d, together with (2) mixed-metal trinket boxes also dedicated to Henrietta, artist was a longshoreman on the San Francisco Waterfront beginning in the 1920's, and ended up marrying Henrietta in the early 1930's Provenance: By Artist through family descent
• GOEBEL HUMMEL FIGURINE, THE
  GOEBEL HUMMEL FIGURINE, THE BUILDERHand painted in matte finish modeled as a young working boy. M. I. Hummel impressed backstamp. Issued: 1979-1990 Dimensions: 2.5"L x 2.5"W x 5.75"H Manufacturer: Goebel Hummel Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age related wear.
• VA BIRTH/SLAVE RECORD INC. JOHN
  VA BIRTH/SLAVE RECORD INC. JOHN OVERTONCirca 1760s birth and baptism record from the area around Louisa County and Spotsylvania County, Virginia, including reference to the birth of John Overton and baptisms of two of his family's slaves. Moleskin-bound book contains 30 bound pages and 5 loose, partial pages recording births and baptisms of more than 300 people, including many listed as "Negro" along with apparently white families. Pages are inscribed front and back. John Overton is listed on page 3: "John Overton Son of James and Mary Overton was born April 9, 1766. Negro Clarace baptized Sept. 18th 1774. Negro Peggy baptized Aug. 10th 1777." Other families listed include the McGehees, Estes, Gentry, Lipscomb, Boxley, etc. Entries appear to run from the mid 1760s through 1778. Book - 8 3/4" x 7". Mid/late 18th century. Provenance: East Tennessee collection, acquired from an estate. Note: According to the Louisa County Historical Society, "Louisa County, VA was formed in 1742 when the population was large enough to support a courthouse. The county separated from Hanover County and was named after Princess Louisa, the daughter of King George II of England. Louisa County began to make its mark on the new nation when Thomas Walker led an expedition from Louisa County to explore the Cumberland Gap two decades before Daniel Boone. Thousands of people continued their migration west from Louisa County over the next hundred years." Spotsylvania County was founded in 1721 and named for the Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, Alexander Spotswood. The two counties were home to many notable patriots including Patrick Henry. John Overton was among the Louisa County residents who went west. He apprenticed to an attorney in Danville, Kentucky at the age of 21 and by 1789 had come to Nashville. There he made his fortune as a judge, land owner, and advisor to his friend President Andrew Jackson. Overton was a co-founder of the city of Memphis and the builder of Traveller's Rest, a historic Federal home now open to the public in Nashville, TN. Provenance: Private Knoxville, TN collection. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Fragile condition, with pages toned; edge losses, some scattered staining. The first 15 pages appear to be missing, and most of pages 16 and 17 (the first pages present here) have been cut or torn out. Five loose partial pages at back. Suede covering (which is not attached to the pages) may be later.
• TABMAN CLOSE-UP DRAWER TABLE.Tabman
  TABMAN CLOSE-UP DRAWER TABLE.Tabman Close-Up Drawer Table. Tennessee: Tabman, ca. 1995. Walnut and oak table topped with black suede working surface and green baize base. Embellished with inlaid pattern. Large drawer concealed under surface. 25 x 16 ". One corner bumped, else good. Includes TLS from the builder stating describing this unit as a "prototypical" version.
• LYLE E. JOHNSON PATINA BRONZE
  LYLE E. JOHNSON PATINA BRONZE FIGURAL SCULPTURE "MAN TH...Lyle E. Johnson Patina Bronze Figural Sculpture "Man The Builder", 20th Century depicting a Native American Indian with his horse on rocky formation shaped wood base Height 29 in. x Length 25 in. x Depth 16 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.
• 24 PC. COLLECTION OF HUMMELS:
  24 PC. COLLECTION OF HUMMELS: Comprising; ''A Letter to Santa'', ''Retreat to Safety'', ''Happy Days'', ''With Loving Greetings'', ''The Builder'', and many more. Some having original boxes. Largest Approx. 7'' h x 4.5'' w. CONDITION: Wear to some boxes.
• Pain (William) The Builder's
  Pain (William) The Builder's Companion and Workman's General Assistant; Demonstrating, after the most easy and practical method, All the Principal Rules of Architecture, from the Plan to the Ornamental Finish; &c., The Second edition, Robert Sayer, London, 1765, 86 Plates
• TWENTY HUMMEL PORCELAIN
  TWENTY HUMMEL PORCELAIN FIGURINES, FROM 1950 TO 19TWENTY HUMMEL PORCELAIN FIGURINES, from 1950 to 1979 (TM-2 to TM-5): The Builder, Barnyard Hero, Waiter, Doctor, Book Worm, Feeding Time, Farm Boy, Carnival, Good Hunting, On Secret Path, Postman, For Father, Hello!, Doll Mother, Little Hiker, Blessed Event, Telling Her Secret, Culprits, Flower Vendor, and The Artist. Heights from 4.25 to 6.25 inches.
• AFTER FERNAND LEGER ACRYLIC ON
  AFTER FERNAND LEGER ACRYLIC ON PAPER THE BUILDERSAfter Fernand Leger (French, 1881–1955). Acrylic on paper, pastiche of The Builders. Initialed lower right, with True Fakes Ltd. gallery label on verso. 16 3/4" x 13", with frame 26 1/2" x 22 1/2". Waviness to paper due to framing and some staining on fabric portion of frame, as well as wear to the frame's finish. . From the collection of a prominent Connecticut family.
• ARCHITECTURE REFERENCE BOOK, 12
  ARCHITECTURE REFERENCE BOOK, 12 Eleven reference books on Architecture comprising "World Architecture" by Trewin Coppleston, "Masterpieces of Modern Architecture" by Agneletto & Boccia & Cassara & Di Marco & Ross & Tagliatori", "Pierre Koening" by James Steele & David Jenkins, "One Thousand New York Buildings" by Bill Harris & Jorg Brockman, "Manhattan Architecture" by Richard Berenholtz, "Building New York - The Rise and Rise of the Greatest City on Earth" by Bruce Marshall, "Masters of Modern Architecture" by John Peter, "Frank Lloyd Wright - The Houses" by Alan Hess, "The Builders - Marvels of Engineering" by National Geographic, "Metropolitan Places" by Elizabeth Heyert, "The Landmarks of New York" by Barbaralee Diamondstein-Spielvolgel and "Gwathmey Siegel - Buildings and Projects 1982-1992" by Peter Eiseman. Largest: 13.5" H x 10.25" W x 1.5" D.
• Country House and Architecture
  Country House and Architecture interest, a collection to include Abbey (J), Life in England, Dawsons, 1972; Payne (AM), The Builder's Practical Director, 1855
• The Builder's Magazine or Monthly
  The Builder's Magazine or Monthly Companion, 1774. 4to., cont. qtr. calf. Engraved plates. With 7 others (8)/Provenance: Spetchley Park
• 8 GERMAN HUMMEL & 2 GOEBEL
  8 GERMAN HUMMEL & 2 GOEBEL PORCELAINS 10 pieces:''Little Cellist '' HUM #89/1 having two trademarks TM-1 (1935-19490 and TM-2 (1950-1956) 5.75''H; ''Chick Girl '' HUM #67/0 TM-2 3.5''H; set of two bookends: ''Good Friends '' HUM #251/A and ''She Loves Me HUM #251/B TM-6 (1979-1990) each 5.25''H; ''May Dance '' TM-8 (2000-Present) 7.25''H; ''Blessed Child '' HUM #78/II 1/2 4.5''L; ''The Builder '' HUM #305 TM-5 (1972-1978) 5.5''H; plus ''Generations of Excellence'' 1871-2001 130th Anniversary: three piece set: Hummel ''Merry Wanderer '' HUM #11/2/0 TM-8 4''H; Goebel Artist's Studio Mark #1042-D 5''H; and Artist's Pallet Pin 2''L. The figurines are in very good condition with light wear throughout. There are no visible chips or repairs except the artist's studio has two very small chips to the upper right.
• 10 GERMAN HUMMEL PORCELAIN
  10 GERMAN HUMMEL PORCELAIN FIGURINES; (3) TM-2 (1950-1956): set of bookends ''Farm Boy & Goose Girl '' HUM #60/A & B 6''H; and ''Doctor '' HUM #127 5.25''H; (1) TM-3 (1957-1963) ''Surprise '' HUM #94/I 5.5''H; (1) TM-4 (1964-1971) ''The Builder '' HUM #305 5.25''H; plus (5) TM-5 (1972-1978): ''Fair Measure '' HUM #345 5.75''H; ''Culprits '' HUM #56/A 6.75''H; ''She Loves Me She Loves Me Not '' HUM #174 4.25''H; ''Mother's Helper '' HUM #133 4.75''; and ''Strolling Along '' HUM #5 4.75''H. The figurines are in good condition with light wear throughout some crazing and no visible chips or repairs. The bookends show some discoloration and dings to the wood.
• TEN GERMAN HUMMEL PORCELAIN
  TEN GERMAN HUMMEL PORCELAIN FIGURINES each TM-5 (1972-1978); ''Latest News'' HUM #184 5.25''H; ''Crossroads'' HUM #31 6.5''H; ''Ride into Christmas'' HUM # 396 5.75''H; ''Weary Wanderer'' HUM #204 ''Eventide'' HUM #99 4.75''H; ''Max & Moritz'' HUM #123 5''H; ''Bird Watcher'' HUM #300 5''H; ''Close Harmony'' HUM #336 5.25''H; ''Big House Cleaning'' HUM #336 4''H; and ''The Builder'' HUM #305 5.5''H. The figurines are in very good condition with light wear throughout no visible chips or repairs and a few show some crazing
• PAIR OF BRONZE-PATINATED
  PAIR OF BRONZE-PATINATED COMPOSITION BOOKENDS: ''THE BUILDER'' Impressed with copyright ''KILENY '' each relief molded with male nude kneeling on rockwork. 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.
• FINE AMERICAN VICTORIAN PAINTED
  FINE AMERICAN VICTORIAN PAINTED WOOD SHIP'S HALF HULL The white and black hull with nine guns beneath applied gadroon gunwall the back with winged stripe cartouche. Note: Half hulls have been built since the 1790's and it has been customary for shipwrights to fashion a half-model of a ship prior to construction. Handcrafted forms similar to the offered lots enabled the builder to study and perfect hull design before a complete set of plans were drawn. These models were not only functional but were often used to adorn the walls of ship yard offices. 18 1/4 x 6 ft. 5 1/4 in. x 6 in.
• Southern School mid-19th c.
  Southern School mid-19th c. "David Franklin McCrary (1812-1885)" and his wife "Elizabeth Cowan Lowry McCrary (1826-1901)" each oil on canvas affixed to masonite unsigned 28 in. x 23 in. oval and 34 in. x 26 in. oval respectively giltwood frames. Provenance: Descended in the McCrary family. Note: David Franklin McCrary is most noted as the builder of Magnolia Hall Greensboro Alabama. He and his wife Elizabeth Lowry were married May 9 1842 in Green County and later resided in Birmingham. A painting exists listed in the Smithsonian archives of Mrs. McCrary possibly by William Frye or Nicola Marschall. This portrait pair too bears a striking resemblance to the style of portraiture practiced by Frye.
• ALLEN, James Edward. 1932 Etching
  ALLEN, James Edward. 1932 Etching "The Builders" 1932 etching and drypoint on paper from 1932, possibly workers aloft on the Empire State Building. Pencil signed lower right and inscribed to Robert Nisbet. This print has not appeared at auction in over six years. It was selected as a Herald Tribune magazine cover in 1933, a Brooklyn Eagle cover in 1934, and was featured in 1949's American Prize Prints of the Twentieth Century . Awarded a 1932 Henry B. Shope prize for best composition in the Society of American Etchers show; and the Shaw Prize at the Salmagundi Club in New York. James E. Allen, born Louisiana, MO 1894-died Larchmont, NY 1964. Size: Image 9 7/8 x 11 7/8. Condition: d, Very good image, three hinges at top, never framed, with possibly original exhibition number 284 on outside of mat. Margins visible in added photos.
• ZIEM, Felix, (French, 1821-1911):
  ZIEM, Felix, (French, 1821-1911): ''San Giorgio at Sunset'', OIL/Panel, 16 1/2'' x 26 1/2'', signed lower right, newer gilt frame. Provenance: W.J. White (and sold: American Art Association, NYC, March 2-3, 1927, lot 187), Owen Burns, Sarasota, Florida, thence by descent. Illustrated in ''Felix Ziem, 1821-1911'' by Burdin-Hellebranth, p.207. Owen Burns was an important local figure and prominent land developer. He was the builder of Ca d'Zan, the Ringling's Sarasota mansion, now part of the Ringling Museum of Art.CONDITION: Small crack in board right midmargin 2'', several minor spots of inpaint, light skimming in sky.
• Maurice H. Sterne American, circa
  Maurice H. Sterne American, circa 1877-1957 The Builders, circa 1900 Estimate:$1,000-$1,500
• 6 pieces. (Wright, Frank Lloyd.)
  6 pieces. (Wright, Frank Lloyd.) Architectural Plans. Synagogue for the Beth Sholom Congregation, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. Air conditioning, electrical & plumbing plans, 1956. Sheets A.1, A.2, A.3, 14, 15. 36 x 48 1/4 inches. Scattered small tears. Apparently the copies prepared for the builders.
• 1 vol. (Burroughs, John.) Van
  1 vol. (Burroughs, John.) Van Dyke, Henry. The Builders and other Poems. New York: Scribner's, 1897. First edition. Sm. 8vo, orig. vellum spine & corners & cloth, gilt, t.e.g., other edges untrimmed; scuffed, occasionally darkened & stained. Light foxing throughout. Occasional internal dampstaining. Presentation copy to John Burroughs, inscribed & signed on front free endpaper recto, "To John Burroughs / With a greeting from one / who loves all his streams and birds / Henry Van Dyke / March 24, 1897." With mounted card with presentation verse in Van Dyke's hand on front blank, "To John Burroughs - with four bird-songs - / You, who knew the secret words of all the valuable little birds, tell me if these four are true, - / For if they are, they belong to you / H.V.D." Also with critical pencil annotations, likely in Burrough's hand, below the printed text of the poem "An Angler's Wish" on pp 7/.