A few examples of appraisal values for
THE SANCTUARY

• JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR
  JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR DECORATION OF THE SANCTUARY AND CHANCEL ARCH, SAINT ALBEN'S LISCARDPencil and watercolor on paper, 1919, variously inscribed and with the John Hardman label lower right, with label from Christopher Wood Gallery, London. 19 1/2 x 20 3/8 in. (sight), 26 1/2 x 26 3/4 in. (frame). Condition Apparently in very good condition. Not examined out of frame.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.
• JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR
  JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR DECORATION OF THE SANCTUARY, ST. ALPHONSUS CHAPEL, GLASGLOWPencil and watercolor on paper, unsigned, with label from Christopher Wood Gallery, London. 24 3/4 x 17 1/2 in. (sight), 31 1/2 x 24 in. (frame). Condition Apparently in very good condition. Not examined out of frame.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.
• JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR
  JOHN HARDMAN STUDIOS: DESIGN FOR DECORATION OF THE SANCTUARY, OUR LADY OF GOOD AIDPencil and watercolor on paper, variously inscribed, with label from Christopher Wood Gallery, London. 28 x 15 1/2 in. (sight), 35 x 22 in. (frame). Condition Vertical and horizontal creasing where previously folded. Surface soiling. Not examined out of frame.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.
• 4TH C. HOLYLAND STONE ARCHITECTURAL
  4TH C. HOLYLAND STONE ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENT W/ MENORAHNear East, Holy Land, Judea, ca. 4th to 5th century CE. This a large hand-carved stone architectural piece depicting a seven lamp (6 branches plus a central arm) menorah on a thick rectangular slab. The stone is relief carved into a porous gray stone, with a heavy layer of red earthen and mineral deposits. This menorah is flanked by two lower triangular shapes that are incised with a faint, indiscernible motif or inscription. The menorah was historically used by Moses in the sanctuary he established in the wilderness and later in the famous Temple of Jerusalem. The motif was a popular symbol incorporated into architecture such as temples, synagogues, beth midrash, and burial markers. This large example was perhaps a lintel for such a building and is well defined despite the years of exposure to elements. A fabulous ancient example of this religious symbol! Size: 16.5" L x 3.5" W x 13" H (41.9 cm x 8.9 cm x 33 cm) This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world's largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques. Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection, acquired 1990s; ex-private New York, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #166008 Condition: Surface abrasions and softening of details. Chips and losses to peripheries. Heavy earthen and mineral deposits throughout.
• RARE ROMAN OR BYZANTINE SILVER
  RARE ROMAN OR BYZANTINE SILVER MENORAH PENDANTLate Roman to Early Byzantine, ca. 300 to 500 CE. A rare and beautiful 94% silver pendant charm of an ovoid form with an integral suspension loop, depicting a seven-lamp (six branches plus the central one) menorah flanked by a lulav and a shofar on the front face. Strung on a modern cord with a lobster clasp, this is wearable as a necklace. The menorah was historically used by Moses in the sanctuary he established in the wilderness and later in the famous Temple of Jerusalem. A nine-lamp variation of the menorah is traditionally used for the observance of Chanukah (Hanukah). A lulav is a frond of a date palm tree used during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, and a shofar is a ram's horn trumpet used by the ancient Jewish people during religious ceremonies and battles, and still played today during the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. A lovely Judaica piece bearing the likenesses of three important symbols of Judaism that originated in ancient times. Size (pendant): 0.6" W x 0.8" H (1.5 cm x 2 cm); (cord): 21" L (53.3 cm); silver quality: 94%; weight: 1.9 grams Provenance: private Surfside, Florida, USA collection; ex-Artemis Gallery; ex-Phoenicia Holyland Antiquities, New York, New York, USA, acquired in the late 1990s; ex-private Liebert family collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm. Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping. #172598 Condition: Wearable as shown and strung on modern necklace cord. Very slight bending to form, but overall in excellent condition. Light patina that does not obscure the motifs on the surface.
• ROMAN HOLYLAND COBALT GLASS MENORAH
  ROMAN HOLYLAND COBALT GLASS MENORAH PENDANTRoman, Late Imperial to Early Byzantine period, ca. 300 to 500 CE. A stamped cobalt glass pendant with a seven lamp menorah impressed on the surface. The menorah was historically used by Moses in the sanctuary he established in the wilderness and later in the famous Temple of Jerusalem and other places of worship. Early glass manufacturers were adept at making jewelry, vessels, and other creations from colorful glass, and the inclusion of religious symbols like the Jewish Menorah on certain items showed to whom the glass items were being primarily marketed. Size: 1.2" L x 0.75" W (3 cm x 1.9 cm) Provenance: private Charlotte, North Carolina, USA collection; ex-California, USA collection, prior to 2004 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #179265 Condition: Repaired, the top of loop reattached. Not wearable due to mineral deposit / repair on suspension hole.
• (2) AFTER EDWIN LANDSEER (D.1873)
  (2) AFTER EDWIN LANDSEER (D.1873) STAG ENGRAVINGS(lot of 2) Framed engravings on paper, "The Challenge," and "The Sanctuary," after Edwin Hardy Landseer (British, 1802-1873), (one) with water damage, sight: approx 10.5"h, 26.25"w, overall: approx 21.25"h, 37.25"d; 20lbs total
• ROGER DUNN (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY),
  ROGER DUNN (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY), APOLLO AT THE SANCTUARY OF BASSAI-KOTLLON, OIL ON CANVAS, FRAME: 28 3/4 X 34 1/2 IN. (73.03 X 87.63 CM.)Roger Dunn (American 20th Century), Apollo at the Sanctuary of Bassai-Kotllon, Oil on Canvas,, Dimensions: Frame: 28 3/4 x 34 1/2 in. (73.03 x 87.63 cm.)
• CHINESE ALTAR TEMPLE SHRINE:
  CHINESE ALTAR TEMPLE SHRINE: Incredible Japanese Buddhist family altar (Butsudan). This wooden piece is painted black with two outer folding doors that open to a set of screened latticework doors. Inside the sanctuary are 4 levels with intricately carved foliate rails and beautiful gold paper background. The bottom level inside includes two sliding doors. Below the sanctuary is a pull-out offering surface and two more drawers at the bottom. Approx. 32.75'' h x 15'' w x 13.5'' d. CONDITION: Some damage to mesh fabric screen at inner screen doors. One upper carved railing inside has come loose and needs re-glue. Scattered light wear inside and out.
• Joan Rutkowski (American,
  Joan Rutkowski (American, Louisiana, Contemporary) "Enter the Sanctuary Space", acrylic on canvas, 12" x 9", signed verso: Joan_?_Rutkowski", from the Urban Sanctuary series '91-'93 and so inscribed. Presented in a pine frame.