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French Polished Bronze Figure of
French Polished Bronze Figure of a Philosopher, after Theodore Doriot, mid 19th century modelled seated with scroll and lyre, signed height 14 in — 35.6 cm
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German bronze figure of a
German bronze figure of a philosopher possibly filippo cifariello (italian, 1864-1936) Bronze, medium brown patina, inscribed 'Prof. Cifariello' and R.Lenck, Passau foundry mark, raised on black marble plinth. H: 12 in.
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Classical bronze sculpture, the
Classical bronze sculpture, the philosopher Socrates, after the antique, unsigned, patinated bronze, 20th century, 24 x 9-18 x 7 in.
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ROMAN HEAD OF A PHILOSOPHER OR
ROMAN HEAD OF A PHILOSOPHER OR POET(possibly 2nd-1st century BC)
A bearded man with furrowed brow, possibly the poet and historian Hesiod, marble 11-1/2 x 8 x 9 in., with painted wood base
Condition:
losses, darkening from possible fire
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A Classical Roman Style Cast Bust
A Classical Roman Style Cast Bust depicting a philosopher raised atop a rectangular stone base. Height 12 inches.
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KAREL APPEL "THE PHILOSOPHE," COLOR
KAREL APPEL "THE PHILOSOPHE," COLOR WOODCUT Karel Christiaan Appel (Netherlandish / Swiss 1921-2006), "Le Philosophe" (the Philosopher), 1977, color woodcut on paper, pencil signed to lower right, numbered E. A. X/X to lower left, framed. Approximate measurements: sight h. 25. 5", w. 19"; frame h. 36", w. 29. 625", d. 1. 625"
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LES PENSEURS GRECS AVANT SOCRATE BY
LES PENSEURS GRECS AVANT SOCRATE BY JEAN VOILQUINLes Penseurs Grecs Avant Socrate. Author: Jean Voilquin. Published: Paris: Librairie Garnier Frères
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Mid 19th century Continental pastel
Mid 19th century Continental pastel portrait of Plato. The three quarter view is reminiscent of the prominent philosopher in Raphael's Italian Renaissance fresco, "The School of Athens". 12 1/2" x 9 3/4".
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[LA FOLIE, LOUIS GUILLAUME DE] Le
[LA FOLIE, LOUIS GUILLAUME DE] Le Philosophe sans pretention ou l'homme rare.
Estimate:$400-$600
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Napoleon III Patinated Bronze
Napoleon III Patinated Bronze Figure of a Classical Philosopher, third quarter 19th century, the bearded figure modeled seated on an oblong plinth base of polished Tavira marble, h. 10", w. 10-1/2".
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SET OF 2 BOOKS:
SET OF 2 BOOKS: PHILOSOPHERSPhilosophers: Oeuvres Philosophiques de Diderot and Dialogues et Anecdotes Philosophiques Author: Paul Vernière and Raymond Naves
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Diminutive Italian Patinated Bronze
Diminutive Italian Patinated Bronze Table Bust, depicting a bearded philosopher after the Antique model, fourth quarter 19th century, h. 6".
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Plinius, published in Frankfurt
Plinius, published in Frankfurt by Johann Saurn, 1600, "Des Weitberümbten Hochgelehrten alten Philosophi und Naturkündigers, Bücher und Schrifften, von Natur, Art und Eygenschafft aller Creaturen oder Geschöpfe Gottes.........Jetzundt widerumb mit sonderm Fleiß durchsehen, mit vielen fürtrefflichen Historien gebessert und gemehrt.Allen Apothekern, Haußvättern und Haußmüttern.sehr nothwendig, nützlich und dienstlich." (Übersetzt von Johannes Heyden). Estimate $1,000-1,500
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Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of
Italian Neoclassical Marble Bust of a Philosopher
Estimate:$2,000-$3,000
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BOOK: "ENCHIRIDIUM MORALIS
BOOK: "ENCHIRIDIUM MORALIS PHILOSOPHIAE", CIRCA 1650Book: "Enchiridium Moralis Philosophiae", circa 1650, a manual of philosophy after Thomas Aquinas, meticulously handwritten in Latin and dated 1650, 198 pages gilt embossed vellum.
4 ¼ in. x 2 ¼ 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.
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1 vol. [Vaughn, Benjamin.] The
1 vol. [Vaughn, Benjamin.] The Rural Socrates; or an Account of a Celebrated Philosophical Farmer, Lately Living in Switzerland... Hallowell (District of Maine): Peter Edes, 1800. 8vo, contemp. sheep, gilt-ruled spine; scuffed. Some internal spotting & minor toning. From Arthur Young's version of the original work by Hans Kaspar Hirzel. Early ownership signature of Anthony Morris. Evans
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3 vols. Philosophy -
3 vols. Philosophy - 18th-Century Imprints: Stanley, Thomas. The History of Philosophy. London, 1701. 3rd ed. Folio, modern cloth. Frontis. portrait, engraved portraits of philosophers in text. Scatterd light to occasionally moderate foxing. Some dampstaining along fore-edge of first 120 pp. * Cumberland, Richard. A Treatise on The Laws of Nature. London: R. Phillips for J. Knapton, et al., [1727]. 4to, modern red cloth. 2 fold. plates (some foxing & minor tears), scattered light foxing. * Ogilvie, John. The Theology of Plato... London: J. Deighton, 1793. 1st ed. 8vo, modern cloth. Scattered light foxing. 1 p. adverts at back.
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ELIZABETH STEELE: "PORTRAIT OF A
ELIZABETH STEELE: "PORTRAIT OF A PHILOSOPHER"1821 pencil on paper signed and dated lower right 10 x 11 inches Condition:
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AFTER THE ANTIQUE: A CARVED
AFTER THE ANTIQUE: A CARVED MARBLE BUST OF A CLASSICAL PHILOSOPHER OR GOD 19th Century Modelled with a head band to the back of the hair, beard and drapery over the shoulder 57cm high
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XENOPHON. XENOPHONTIS PHILOSOPHI
XENOPHON. XENOPHONTIS PHILOSOPHI 1596Xenophon. Xenophontis Philosophi et Imperatoris Clarissimi, Quae Exstant Opera, In Duos Tomos Divisa... , Frankfurt: Andreas Wecheliherdes, 1596, 2 volumes, folio (14 in. x 9 in.), in Latin and Greek, vellum, with applied titles and numbers Provenance: Vassilis Korovessis Rare Books, Athens, Greece, 2017; Demetrius S. Spanos, MD Collection, Jonesboro, AR
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W. CHARLETON, EPICURUS'S MORALS,
W. CHARLETON, EPICURUS'S MORALS, LONDON, 1656 Walter Charleton, trans. and ed., EPICURUS'S MORALS, Collected Partly out of his Owne Greek Text, in Diogenes Laertius, and Partly out of the Rhapsodies of Marcus Antoninus, Plutarch, Cicero, and Seneca, and Faithfully Englished (London: Henry Herringman, 1656) The 1st edition in English, small 8vo, full sheep (probably 18th century).
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PHOTOGRAPH, JERRY UELSMANN Jerry
PHOTOGRAPH, JERRY UELSMANN Jerry Uelsmann (American, b. 1943), "Philosopher's Room," 1976, gelatin silver print, signed, titled, and stamped verso, sight: 13"h x 9"w, overall (with frame): 20.25"h x 16.25"w. Provenance: Private Collection (Oakland, CA).
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ATTRIBUTED TO AELBERT JACOBSZ CUYP,
ATTRIBUTED TO AELBERT JACOBSZ CUYP, (1620-1691, DUTCH), PORTRAIT OF A PHILOSOPHER, OIL ON CANVAS LAID TO CANVAS, 12" H X 9.5" WAttributed to Aelbert Jacobsz Cuyp, (1620-1691, Dutch) Portrait of a philosopher Oil on canvas laid to canvas Indistinctly signed lower right 12" H x 9.5" W Provenance: The Residential Property of Thomas and Erika Girardi, Pasadena, CA Notes: From the foyer. Oil on canvas laid to canvas Dimensions: 12" H x 9.5" W Provenance: The Residential Property of Thomas and Erika Girardi, Pasadena, CA
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Avinash Chandra (1931-1991) -
Avinash Chandra (1931-1991) - Watercolour - ''Philosophers'' - Abstract with three heads 12.5ins x 23ins signed and dated '62 in modern white frame and glazed Provenance : The Molton Gallery 44 South Molton Street London W1
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Emile Louis Picault (French,
Emile Louis Picault (French, 1833-1915)
Cast by B.D., Paris
Le Penseur
bronze
signed on side of base, with 'VRAI BRONZES B.D. PARIS' foundry mark
Height 25 1/4 inches.
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PLASTER BUST OF CHRYSIPPUS, GREEK
PLASTER BUST OF CHRYSIPPUS, GREEK PHILOSOPHER Chrysippus of Soli (279-206 BC), after the Greek original c. 204 BC, Uffizi Gallery, Italy, plaster over mesh frame, hollow interior, 20.5"h x 12.5"w x 8.5"d
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MORTIMER E. WIEN "SCHOLAR &
MORTIMER E. WIEN "SCHOLAR & PHILOSOPHER" BUST Mortimer E. Wien (American, 1896-1922) "My Grandfather Morris Wien, The Scholar and Philosopher" bronzed plaster bust sculpture of a rabbi on a square ebonized wood base, signed "M.E. WIEN" and titled on plaque mounted to base. 20" H x 7.5" W x 7.75" D.
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GROUP OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHICAL
GROUP OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHICAL LITERATURE Including fine press editions of Stoics and other classical authors, comprising about 14 volumes, notably: Lucretius, trans. by R. Melville, ON THE NATURE OF THINGS (London: Folio, 2003) 2nd printing, quarter leatherette, pictorial boards, slipcase; P. E. Matheson, trans., THE DISCOURSES OF EPICTETUS, illus. by Hans Erni (NY: Limited Editions Club, 1966) #1119/1500, signed by the artist, 4to, cloth, slipcase; Plato, trans. by Benj. Jowett, THE REPUBLIC, illus. by Fritz Kredel (NY: LEC, 1944) #627/1200, signed by the artist and typographer Bruce Rogers, 2 vols., 8vo, quarter leather, boards, slipcase (with restoration).
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RED SKELTON, THE PHILOSOPHER, PRINT
RED SKELTON, THE PHILOSOPHER, PRINT ON CANVAS Red Skelton (American, 1913-1997) The Philosopher,, authorized giclee print on canvas in numbered edition,1496/5000 to verso with Skelton Seal and additional Skelton signature. Image: 17.5" H x 13" W Frames: 23" H x 19" W
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French 18th C. philosophy books
French 18th C. philosophy books 8vol.; "Histoire des Philosophes Modernes" 1762, metaphysical examination, leather bound. 6 5/8"H. Surface wear, minor exposure to humidity.
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(6 PC) THE GREAT AGES OF WESTERN
(6 PC) THE GREAT AGES OF WESTERN PHILOSOPHY BOOK SETDESCRIPTION: The Great Ages of Western Philosophy; Published by George Braziller, Inc Set includes: (1) "The Age of Belief" by Anne Fremantle (1) "The Age of Adventure" by Giorgio de Santillana (1) "The Age of Reason" by Stuart Hampshire (1) "The Age of Enlightenment" by Isaiah Berlin (1) "The Age of Ideology" by Henry D. Aiken (1) "The Age of Analysis" by Morton White CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA 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.
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After Joseph Karl Stieler
After Joseph Karl Stieler (German, 1781-1858) Oval Portrait Miniature of the German Philosopher Schiller, depicted in a brown greatcoat, fourth quarter 19th century, signed: "J. Stieler", lower right, presented in a period blonde tortoiseshell and engraved bone frame, h. 5", w. 4"; accompanied by a period lithographed portrait postcard of Schiller after G. von Kugelen and a similar postcard of Goethe after Joseph Stieler (three pieces).
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PATINATED BRONZE LE PENSEUR AFTER
PATINATED BRONZE LE PENSEUR AFTER AUGUSTE RODINPatinated cast bronze figure, "Le Penseur" (The Thinker), in the manner of Francois Auguste Rene Rodin (French, 1840-1917), depicting seated man in contemplative pose, on naturalistic rocky base, approx 30"h
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Ensuit le Coeur de philosophie
Ensuit le Coeur de philosophie contenant plusiers demands et questions proposes par le saige Placides. Philippe le Noir, Paris, ? 1530. Black letter, title printed in red and black,12mo., 18th c. red roan backed boards lettered "Le Coeur de Philosoph" in gilt on spine). Woodcut on title, initials, text illustrations and diagrams. (title stained, A1 & 2 and B1 shaved at top edge). Dated 1510 on title in ms.
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§ BENNO SCHOTZ (1891-1984)
§ BENNO SCHOTZ (1891-1984)
PHILOSOPHER WITH A BROKEN NOSE patinated plaster, raised on an ebonised wood plinth, with brass plaque inscribed BENNO SCHOTZ R.S.A./ PHILOSOPHER WITH A BROKEN NOSE43cm high
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Italian School (19th century)
Italian School (19th century) Omero, portrait bust of the philosopher Homer derived from the antique, unsigned, marble on marble socle, 21-3/4 in.,