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Autumn 2014 Fine Antiques, Decorative Arts, and Special Collections Friday, October 10, 2014 Featuring: The Miss America Lifetime Collection from the Estate of Ric Frentz The Boxing Memorabilia Collection from the Estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis 1932 Los Angeles Olympics Memorabilia Collection Fine Antiques and Decorative Arts The Thomas Nicosia Wood Art Collection 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Convertible Roadster, and much more Auction: Friday, October 10, 2014 at 1pm Location: Briggs Auction, Inc. 1347 Naamans Creek Road Garnet Valley, PA 19060 Exhibitions: Tuesday, October 7: Noon - 5pm Wednesday, Ocrober 8: Noon - 5pm Thursday, October 9: Noon - 7pm Friday, October 10: from 9am For Additional Information: Phone: 610.485.0412 (Showroom) 610.566.3138 (Office) Email: [email protected] Web: BriggsAuction.com Live, Online Bidding: Live Auctioneers (LiveAuctioneers.com BidSquare (BidSquare.com)

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Fine Antiques and Decorative Arts Auction Catalog. October 10, 2104

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Autumn 2014 Fine Antiques, Decorative Arts, and Special Collections

Friday, October 10, 2014

Featuring:

The Miss America Lifetime Collectionfrom the Estate of Ric Frentz

The Boxing Memorabilia Collectionfrom the Estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis

1932 Los Angeles Olympics Memorabilia Collection

Fine Antiques and Decorative Arts

The Thomas Nicosia Wood Art Collection

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Convertible Roadster, and much more

Auction: Friday, October 10, 2014 at 1pm

Location: Briggs Auction, Inc. 1347 Naamans Creek Road Garnet Valley, PA 19060

Exhibitions: Tuesday, October 7: Noon - 5pm Wednesday, Ocrober 8: Noon - 5pm Thursday, October 9: Noon - 7pm Friday, October 10: from 9am

For Additional Information: Phone: 610.485.0412 (Showroom) 610.566.3138(Office) Email: [email protected] Web: BriggsAuction.com

Live, Online Bidding: Live Auctioneers (LiveAuctioneers.com BidSquare (BidSquare.com)

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The Miss AmericaLifetime CollectionFrom the Estate of Ric Ferentz, Historian

“Miss America represents the highest ideals. She is a real combination of beauty, grace, andintelligence,artisticandrefined.SheisatypewhichtheAmericanGirlmightwellemulate.” Frederick Hickman, Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce President, 1921.

For over 75 years, we’ve been captivated by the pomp, pageantry, and beauty surrounding each newly-crowned Miss America. Briggs Auction, Inc., is pleased and proud to offer this outstanding, lifetime collection of photographs, memorabilia, pro-grams, clothing, books, and more from the Estate of Ric Ferentz, noted Miss America historian. Mr. Ferentz was beloved by those in the pageant community, and this collection represents his passion and dedication towards capturing the essence of the real women who embody the title and principles of Miss America.

Left Personal note to Ric Ferentz from Jean Bartel (1923-2011),Miss California and Miss America 1943.

RightRic’s little buddy, Tulip, happily residing in Chester County, PA. Used by request of Mr. Ferentz’s family.

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11926 Miss America TrophyEarly Miss America First Prize trophy dated 1926. Awarded for the Rolling Chair Parade of Inter-City Beauties. Marked Wallace Bros. on base.18” tall, 12” wide.$1000 - 2000

2Collection of Miss America PhotographsLarge grouping of 60 early Miss America pageant-related photographs, circa 1924-1925, mounted in an album. Images feature contestants of the rolling chair parade andotherpageantactivities.Someimagesidentified.$400 - 700

3Miss Delaware Sash and RosetteCirca 1940 “Miss Delaware” sash, rosette, and place card belonging to Peggy E. Insolo, who advanced to the top 15 of the 1940 Miss America Pageant. Sash: 34” long.$200 - 400

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41938 Miss America ScrapbookMiss America Scrapbook compiled by Marilyn Meseki, Miss America, 1938. Containing news clippings from her victory in 1938 through 1940, including appearances and articles about Meseki’s life after her pageant win.Book: 12” x 9”.$500 - 800

51922 Paula E. Spoettle ScrapbookPaula Spoettle won the title “Miss Bridgeport” in 1922. The scrapbook contains 26 original photographs, including some in large format, all pageant related. Hand-inscribed, presumably by Spoettle. Book: 12-1/2” x 11”.$700 - 1000

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61936 Rose Coyle SwimsuitCirca 1936 swimsuit belonging to Rose Coyle of Philadelphia, PA, crowned Miss America 1936. $200 - 400

71929 National Beauty Pageant Souvenir ProgramPageantheldinBaltimore,MD.ThefirstMissAmericacrowned outside of Atlantic City, NJ, which had cancelled the 1929 pageant.12-1/4” x 9”.$100 - 200

81932 Miss America Beauty Pageant ProgramPageant held in Wildwood, NJ, since controversy cancelled the pageant in Atlantic City.12” x 8”.$100 - 200

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91933 Miss America Beauty Pageant ProgramPageantheldinAtlanticCity,NJ,thefirsttheresince1927.12-1/4” x 9”.$100 - 200

101939 Miss America Beauty Pageant ProgramSigned by 17 contestants.11-1/2” x 8-1/2”.$150 - 300

11Miss America Pageant Program LotGrouping consists of two programs: 1941 and 1942, and a 1942 pageant ticket stub.Programs: 12” x 9”.$100 - 200

12Two 1945 Miss America Pageant Programs11-1/4” x 8-3/4”.$100 - 200

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13Three Miss America Pageant Programs1946,1947, and 1948.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

14Three Miss America Pageant Programs1949, 1950, and 1951. The 1949 programis signed by BeBe Shopp, Miss America 1948.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

15Three Miss America Pageant Programs1951, 1952, and 1953.11” x 8-1/2”.$75 - 150

18Three Miss America Pageant Programs1955 Miss Pennsylvania, 1956 Miss America, and 1958 Miss AmericaEach: 11” x 8-1/2” wide.$75 -150

16Miss America Pageant Program LotGrouping to include programs from 1953, 1954, and 1955, with the 1955 program signed by Lee Meriwether, that year’s Miss America. Also includes newspaper clippings about Miss Evelyn Ay of Pennsylvania, Miss America 1953. 11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

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17Three Miss America Pageant ProgramsGrouping of three 1955 Miss America state and national pageant programs: Miss Oregon Pageant; Miss Pennsylvania Pageant; Miss America Pageant Program. The Miss America program is signed by Miss America 1955, Lee Meriwether.Each: 11” x 8-1/2”$100 - 200

19Three Miss America Pageant Programs1955 Miss Pennsylvania, 1957 Miss America, 1958 Miss America. 11” x 8-1/2”.$75 - 150

201922 Paula E. Spoettle Lot

Grouping of early Miss America memorabilia, to include a 1922 letter to Paula E. Spoettle, Miss Bridgeport, 1922 from David S. Beach, inventor, and President of Golden Rule Manufacturing. Beach, 61 years of age, proposes marriage to Spoettle, and discloses his intention to run for--

and win--the Presidency of the United States in 1924. Also includes the original envelope and a printed “advertorial” for Beach. $200 - 500

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21Two Mary Katherine Campbell PhotographsGrouping of two early press photos of Mary Katherine Campbell, the only woman to win the Miss America pageant twice, in 1922 and 1923. Pictures are by Baker Art Galleryand the Atlantic Foto Service. $100 - 300

22Four 1930s Miss America Panoramic PhotographsGrouping of four panoramic photographs of Miss America pageant contestants from 1935, 1936, 1937, and 1938. Photographs by Central Studios. 1935, 1936, and 1938 framed under glass. 1937 is loose.Photographs: 10” x 38”.$100 - 300

23Six 1940s Miss America Panoramic PhotographsGrouping of six panoramic photographs of Miss America pageant contestants from 1943 (2), 1944, 1946, 1947, and 1949. Photographs by Central Studios. One 1943, 1944, and 1946 framed under glass.Largest: 10” x 41”.$100 - 300

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24Eight 1950s Miss America Panoramic PhotographsGrouping of eight panoramic photographs of Miss America pageant contestants from1950 (2), 1951 (2), 1956, 1957, 1958 (2). Photographs by Fred Hess & Son.Largest: 10” x 39”.$200 - 400

25Five 1960s-1970s Miss America Panoramic PhotographsGroupingoffivepanoramicphotographsofMissAmerica pageant contestants from 1962, 1963, 1971, 1975, one undated. Photographs by Hess Studios. The undated image and 1971 photo are in color. The others framed.Largest:10” x 30”.$100 - 200

261940s Miss America Pageant MemorabiliaLarge grouping of 1940s Miss America pageant memorabilia to include original press photographs, programs, a 1941 California Finals ticket stub, a Barbara Walker Hummel (Miss America 1947) campaign poster, and an original 1941 Miss America advertising poster.More than 35 pieces.$200 - 400

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27Miss America Photograph GroupingLarge grouping of Miss America pageant photographs, from the 1930s through the 1950s. Includes press photographs, pin-ups, and personalized signatures. Over 30 images.$200 - 400

281923 Boardwalk Illustrated News GroupingTwo issues of 1923 BoardwalkIllustrated News from September 10th and September 17th, featuring Miss America pageant week details.14” x 11”.$75 - 150

291924 Boardwalk Illustrated NewsTwo issues of 1924 Boardwalk Illustrated News from September 1st and September 15th, featuringMiss America pageant week details.14” x 11”.$75 - 150

30Boardwalk Illustrated News GroupingGrouping of four issues of Boardwalk Illustrated News from1925 (September 7th & September 21st), and 1926 (September 6th & September 20th), featuring Miss America pageant week details.14” x 11”.$75 - 150

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31Collection of 1950s Miss America PhotographsGrouping of 39 original Miss America pageant press photographs from the 1950 - 1959 pageants. Most are identifiedwithpressreleasesattached.Alsoincludesnewerduplicateimagesandnewspaperclippings.$200 - 400

32Early Miss America MemorabiliaGrouping of early Miss America memorabilia, to include a 1921 Boardwalk Information Guide; a 1925 Miss America photo postcard; a photograph of Virginia Edwards, Miss Portland 1922; a 1957-dated photograph of Mary Katherine Campbell, Miss America 1922; a Ruth Malcomson Miss America advertising fan; a signed and inscribed photograph from Lois Eleanor Delander, Miss America 1927; an Atlantic City Pageant Committee photograph of Margaret Lockwood, Miss Utica 1927 and Florence Koons, Miss Pennsylvania; a 1927 Miss America Pageant Committee Letter. $75 - 150

33Assorted Miss America MemorabiliaGrouping of Miss America pageant memorabilia, to include press photos from the 1930s; a 1938 Showmen’s Variety Jubilee letter; a Baltimore National Beauty Pageant letterhead; a full sheet of 1938 Miss America stamps; 1932 and 1938 photo postcards; and a Miss America 1940 Souvenir Program.$75 - 150

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34Marilyn Meseke Pageant Career ScrapbookCirca 1933. Includes newspaper clippings and family photographs from the pageant career of Marilyn Meseke, from 1921 to her being crowned Miss Ohio in 1931 and Miss America, 1938. 42 pages. 12” x 10-1/2”.$200 - 300

35Donna Louise Loar Pageant Career ScrapbookCirca 1963. Includes newspaper clippings relating to the 1963 Miss Pennsylvania Pageant in which Donna Louise Loar was crowned. 20 pages.13” x 12-1/2”.$50- 150

361963 Miss America Welcome Home BannerCelebrating Jacquelyn “Jackie” Mayer, Miss America 1963. On linen. “Great Scott Displays”. 35” x 34”.$100 - 200

37Miss America Recordings and SlidesGrouping includes two audio recordings and ten video recordings from the 1930s to the 1950s; photo negatives from the 1960s Miss America pageants; a 3-D View-Master with 1950s Miss America slides. $100 - 300

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38Miss America Ephemera LotGrouping to include Kentucky Ramblings Vol.1. Issue 6; a 1929 Russian newspa-per discussing the pageant; a magazine advertisementforMulsifiedshampoo; a panoramic cutout; two 1927 Boardwalk Illustrated News; a 1925 Mid-Week Pictorial with Miss America on cover.$100 - 200

39Miss America MemorabiliaGrouping to include programs, newspaper clippings, and more from the 1940s - 1960s. $50 - 100

40Eight Miss America Preliminary Contest Programs1957-1966, including Pennsylvania, Vermont, California, Florida, Texas.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

41Seventeen Miss America Pageant Programs1959 - 1969, including some preliminary competitions and three duplicates.11” x 8-1/2”.$200 - 300

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42Eleven Miss America Pageant Programs1976-1983. The 1979 program is signed by Evelyn Ay, Miss America 1954 and Joanna Axum, Miss America 1964. Lot includes three copies of the 1976 program.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

43Miss America Pageant Programs LotGrouping of nine programs from1983-1990 and a Miss America contestant pageant guide. The 1988 program is signed by Kellye Cash, Miss America 1987.11” x 8-1/2”.$50 - 150

44Nine Miss America Pageant Programs1983-1990, including two duplicates.11” x 8-1/2”.$50 - 100

45Fifteen Miss America Pageant Programs1969-1975, including some preliminary contest programs and three duplicates.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

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46Miss America Pageant Program/Ephemera LotGrouping to include a 1949 Miss America program; seven preliminary pageant programs from 1947-1953; a program from the 1954 Miss America trip to Germany; a 1945 edition of In Kentucky, which contains an article about Miss America.11” x 8-1/2”.$100 - 200

47Eight Miss America Pageant Programs1967-1980, mostly from preliminary competitions.11” x 8-1/2”.$50 - 100

48Contemporary Miss America Pageant ProgramsLarge collection of Miss America pageant programs including preliminary contests and the Miss America Pageant from 1990-2010. Hundreds of volumes; many are signed.$300 - 600

49Miss America MemorabiliaA grouping of Miss America dolls and 1972 Miss America lunchbox.$50 - 100

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50Vintage ClothingAn assembled grouping including dresses, skirts, blouses, belts, and a fur jacket, possibly worn by various Miss America pageant contestants. Various sizes.$50 - 100

51Miss America Pageant GroupingLot to include 18 Miss America Pageant Photographs from the 1960s (many signed); one Central Studios Miss America 1940 portrait; two postcards; a 1963 Miss America die-cut.$100 - 200

52Norma Smallwood GroupingPortrait photograph of Norma Smallwood, Miss America 1926 with facsimile signature, and square decorated jewelry box, possibly belonging to Miss Smallwood.Box: 3” tall, 7” wide, 7” deep.$50 - 100

53Twenty-Six Miss America BooksGrouping of twenty-six books about the Miss America pageant or authored by former winners. Some duplicates.$50 - 75

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54Miss America Magazines CollectionA large collection of magazines, programs, and more relating to the Miss America pageant, including 1940s Life magazines and contemporary Miss America pageant programs.$50 - 100

55Miss America MemorabiliaGrouping to include collectible bears, plates, signed T-shirts, pins, and more.$50 - 150

56Reproduction Miss America PhotographsCollection of Miss America photographs, many reproduced from the original negatives. Grouping includes four framed panoramas; 7 un-framed panoramas; contemporary signed photographs, and ticket stubs. $100 - 300

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The Boxing Memorabilia CollectionFrom the Estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, legendary American Boxing promoter and Manager

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57Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier Signed Boxing Gloves1990s Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier signed boxing gloves. Mfg. by Reyes. Ali signatures dated ‘96.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$1,500 - 2,000

58Joe Frazier and George Foreman Signed Boxing GlovesTwo 14oz. Everlast gloves. One inscribed, “To my man Butch” and signed by Frazier. The other signed “7/21/94 to Brandon, Joe Frazier”. Both also signed by George Foreman.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$750 - 1,000

59Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier Signed Boxing Gloves1990s Reyes boxing gloves signed by Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. Ali signatures dated ‘96.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$1,000 - 1,500

60Oversized Everlast Hand-painted Boxing GloveTopromotethefightbetweenMichaelSpinksandVonzellJohnson at the Playboy Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City. November 1981.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$100 - 200

61Pair of Everlast Boxing GlovesTapedtogetherandmarked“Backup89”.Possiblyfightused.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$50 - 150

62Oversized Everlast Hand-painted Boxing GloveTopromotethefightbetweenMichaelSpinksandMuhammadQawi at the Lawlor Events Center, Reno Nevada.21” long x 13” wide.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$100 - 150

63Michael Spinks Boxing Gloves10oz. Everlast. Marked “Spinks #1” in blue ink inside each glovewithadditionalmarkings.Mostlikelyfightused.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$300 - 500

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64Two Pairs of Reyes Boxing GlovesThe 8oz. pair (pictured right) show traces of blue ink inside each glove. The 10oz. pair (pictured left) possibly belonged to Larry Holmes. Notations in blue ink on the interior of each gloveincluding“Holmes#2”.Bothpairsappeartobefightused.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$100 - 300

65Grouping of Boxing ApparelGrouping to include two Everlast white satin boxing robes with black piping (size 40). Three Ringside Productions white boxing trunks initialed T.F. L.F. and G.T. (two mediums, one large). Two white Everlast boxing trunks with black piping (both size medium). A white cotton Everlast boxing robe (not pictured).Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$50 - 150

66Mohammed Mubarak Oil on CanvasMohammed Mubarak (American 20th Century). Oil on Canvas, depicting Michael Spinks landing a punch. Signed lower right Mohammed Anthony Quisenberry.48” x 48”.Provenance: From the estate of Ronald “Butch” Lewis, American boxing promoter and manager.$100 - 300

67Pair of Nate Miller Signed Boxing GlovesPhiladelphia boxer in the cruiserweight division. Dated 1995.Provenance: From a Philadelphia private collection.$50 - 100

68Vincent Gevin Boxing PosterFrance, 1986. With high-end custom framing under plexiglass by Merritt Young Gallery, Philadelphia. Framed: 72” x 52”.$1,000 - 1,500

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691932 Olympic BannerRingspaintedontolinenclothwithgoldfringe.Pencilidentifica-tions on verso.26” tall x 25” wide.$50 - 150

701932 Olympic BannerLinen with gold fringe. Long Beach welcome banner with row-ing silhouette.31” tall x 97” wide.$300 - 600

711932 Olympic Rowing MemorabiliaGroupingtoincludetwoprograms;fiveticketstubsanden-velope; seven photo postcards; a schedule on cardstock; an identificationcardoncardstock;twophotographs.$75 - 150

721932 Olympic Programs and EphemeraGrouping of 1932 Olympic programs/ephemera, to include seven programs and three pictorial reviews.$50 - 100

731932 Olympic SouvenirsGrouping of 1932 Olympic souvenirs to include: tickets to the openingandclosingceremonies;twotrackandfieldtickets;pocket guides, maps, and programs; local tourist guides and photographs/postcards; a hand-painted wood scrapbook binder with a variety of newspapers discussing the games. $100 - 200

741932 Olympic SouvenirsGrouping of 1932 Olympic souvenirs to include two composite plaques; a Coca-Cola record dial; a stick pin; a metal plaque; 1932 3-cent stamps. $50 - 100

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Fine Antiques andDecorative ArtsMasonic CollectionEstate Oriental CarpetsEstate Fine JewelryAntique EngravingsCountry Antiques and PrimitivesFine Porcelains and GlassAsian Export PorcelainsThomas Nicosia Wood ArtSilverFine ArtDecorative ArtsPeriod and Modern Furnishings and Art

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75Four Masonic ApronsFour Masonic aprons. Three leather with ornate adornment, one with sash. Royal blue apron has mark of George Kenning and Spencer, London. Red and Blue marked Toye, Kenning, and Spencer, London.Largest: 13-1/2” tall x 16” wide.$200 - 400

76Three Masonic ApronsLargest: 15” tall x 16” wide.$100 - 200

77Six Masonic TextsGrouping to include: The Masonic Manual, 1853. A Masonic Trestle-Board For The Use of The Lodges, 1885. The Freema-son’s Monitor, 1821. The True Masonic Chart”, 1858. Washing-ton and His Masonic Compeers, 1866. Light on Masonry, 1829. $150 - 300

78Portrait Gallery of Prominent Freemasons, 6 VolumesSet includes Section 1, 2, and 3 of the Grand Luxe Edition limited to 100 copies; as well as Sections 3, 4, and 5.Each volume: 14” tall x 11” wide.$300 - 500

79Masonic Medals Grouping13 pieces total. Many silver and hallmarked. $100 - 300

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80Two Masonic SwordsTwo Masonic swords with one belt.Swords: 36” long.$100 - 200

81Grouping of Masonic Items and EphemeraCollection to include: a 1876 Souvenir Card of the Philadel-phia Masonic Lodge; a gavel and baton; a 1796 copy of the Columbian Sentinel, and other similar pieces.$100 - 200

82Masonic BoxBronze box with fabric-wrapped base and hinged top. With original velvet lining.3-1/4” tall x 4-3/4” wide x 4-3/4” deep.$200 - 400

83Rose Gold Masonic PendantWith enameled front and inscribed reverse. Circa 1946. Unmarked; tested as 10K.3” tall x 1-3/4” wide. 26 total dwt.$700 - 900

84Two Masonic Gold RingsOne marked 14K, 32nd Degree (8dwt); one marked 21K (7dwt).$200 - 400

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86Persian Room-Size Carpet18’3” x 12’.$600 - 900

87Caucasian Area-Size Carpet6’5” x 4’1”.$400 - 600

88Kurdish Area-size Carpet8’9” x 5’2”.$400 -600

89Belouch Mat2’9” x 2’5”.$300 - 500

90Bokhara Mat3’9” x 2’.$200 - 400

91Chinese Area-size CarpetDragon decoration on blue ground.6’2” x 4’.$300 - 500

92Chinese Area-size CarpetFloral design.6’10” x 3’.$200 - 400

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100Triple Diamond Ring18K yellow gold setting with platinum (tested) prongs, containing three Old Mine-cut diamonds of apx. 0.40ct, 0.60ct, and 0.40ct. SI1 clarity, I-J color. Ring size 4-3/4. 1.8dwt.$600 - 1,500

101Diamond Cluster RingPlatinum setting contains a center round, brilliant-cut diamond surrounded by 8 round, brilliant-cut diamonds. Center diamond is apx. 0.60, surrounding diamonds are apx. 0.05ct each; apx. 1.00ct TWD. VS1 - VS2 clarity, H-I color. Band marked IRIDPLAT, 66696. Ring size 4-1/2. 4.7dwt.$1,200 - 1,800

102Sapphire and Diamond RingPlatinum setting containing an oval-cut blue sapphire, apx. 9.40mm x 7.68mm x 4.5mm (apx2.60ct),flankedbytwo round, brilliant-cut diamonds, apx. 0.30ct each;VS2 clarities, G-H color. Ring size 6. 3.8dwt.$1,500 - 2,500

103Victorian-style Pendant and Earrings Set18K (marked) yellow gold Etruscan designs with blue topaz. Pendant contains three large oval blue topaz, apx. 16mm x 12mm. Earrings contain three each, apx. 7mm diameter. Marked 18K on bail. Earrings marked 750. 19.8dwt. $500 - 1,200

104Grouping of Three Rings - Platinum ring containing a rectangular lapis centered with a band of 15 single cut diamond accents. Ring size 3-1/2. - 14K white gold ring with rectangular black onyx cabochon withappliedflowercontaining7singlecutdiamondaccents. Ring size 5-3/4. - 14K yellow gold ring with center oval turquoise surrounded by 16 small Old Mine-cut diamonds, ring size 6-1/2. 7.5dwt total.$500 - 800

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93Gold fox pin18K (marked) yellow gold with ruby eyes. Marked LG. 34mm length. 8.3dwt.$250 - 350

94Gold Cat-head Ring.14K (marked) yellow gold with emerald eyes. Ring size 7-1/2. 3.7dwt.$75 - 125

95Diamond Band14K (marked) yellow gold with 7 in-line marquise-cut diamonds of graduated sizes. Apx. 0.80ct TWD. VS2 to SI1 clarities, H-I colors. Ring size 5. 1.8dwt.$300 - 500

96Pair of Diamond Stud Earrings14K white gold four-prong post backings. Apx. 0.50ct round brilliant-cut diamonds. SI1 to SI2 clarities, L-M color. 0.6dwt.$200 - 500

97Multi-Gem Ring14K (marked) yellow gold cluster setting containing pearls, rubies and blue sapphires, all apx. 3mm in diameter. Ring size 5-3/4. 4.7dwt.$125 - 225

98Lady’s French Diamond and Blue Sapphire WristwatchPlatinum-set diamond encrusted case and band with blue sapphire accents surroundingandflankingdial.Unmarkedmovement. Interior case marked PESZEHA, 23717, PLATINE PUR. Apx. 2.70ct TWD. With security chain. 14.7dwt case only.$1,400 - 2,200

99Strand of Pearls24” strand of 6mm pearls with 14K (marked) yellow gold bead clasp, marked R.T.I.$100 - 300

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105Gold Band Bracelet with Amethyst14K (marked) yellow gold mesh watch band with center (original watch) casing containing a rectangular cut amethyst, apx. 13mm x 8mm. 16.3dwt.$400 - 600

106Opal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet.14K (marked) yellow gold hinged bangle containing 9 marquise opal cabochons and 28 diamond accents. Safety chain. 16.2dwt.$500 - 800

107Two 14K Yellow Gold RingsEmerald and diamond ring with center rectangular cut emerald flankedbytwoaccentdiamonds, and bamboo-style band.Ring sizes 6-3/4 & 6. 3.2dwt total.$125 - 225

108Lady’s Gruen Wristwatch14K white gold case with black cord band. Case isflankedbytworound,brilliant-cutdiamonds.$200 - 400

109Diamond Band Ring14K white gold with 7 single cut, in-line channel-set diamonds.Ring size 6. 1.4dwt.$100 - 300

110Diamond Engagement Ring14K (marked) yellow gold modern setting containing an apx. 3.00ct round, brilliant-cut diamond in a 6 prong setting. VS2, very pale yellowcolor,flankedby10channel-setfullcutdiamonds. Apx. 3.30ct TWD, Ring size 6. 3.5dwt.$6,000 - 10,000

111Diamond Engagement Ring14K (marked) yellow gold 6-prong setting containing an apx. 1.25ct marquise-cut diamond of VS2 clarity, K-L color. Ring size 5-1/2. 1.5dwt.$900 - 1,800

112Diamond Engagement Ring14K (marked) yellow gold 6-prong setting containing an apx. 1.50ct pear-cut diamond of SI1 clarity, G-H color. Ring size 6-1/2. 1.6dwt.$900 - 1,800

113Diamond Engagement Ring14K yellow gold (tested) 4-prong setting containing an apx. 1.50ct emerald cut diamond of SI1 clarity, H-I color. Ring size 6. 2.0dwt.$700 - 1,500

114Diamond Engagement Ring.14K yellow gold (tested) illusion setting containing an apx. 0.60ct round brilliant cut diamond of VS2 clarity, G-H color. Marked with initials and dated 11-25-50.Ring size 5-3/4. 1.7dwt.$300 - 600

115Diamond and Sapphire Bar PinPlatinum (tested) setting containing three Old Mine cut diamonds and 6 blue sapphires. Diamonds are apx. 0.50ct each, SI2 clarity, L-M color. Sapphires are apx. 5mm x 6mm. 53mm length. 5.1dwt.$900 - 1,500

116Coral Branch GroupingAssembled set includes matching floral-carvedandbranchcoralclusters comprising a brooch with drop; a pair of earrings; an additional large ornament (incomplete). Goldfilledfindings.$200 - 300

117Gold Victorian-style Bracelet14K yellow gold (tested) mesh band bracelet with applied ribbon and buckle, containing a ribbon of 9 oval cut rubies and a ribbon of 7 rose-cut diamonds, accented with black line tracery (as is). With safety chain.7” length. 30.8dwt. $900 - 1,400

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118Waltham Pocket Watch.Bailey, Banks & Biddle, Philadelphia, 18K yellow gold hunting case with engine turnings. Movement 1503929. Size 10. Supported by a watch chain marked 10K.$700 - 1,400

119Waltham Pocket Watch14Kyellowgold(tested)huntingcasewithfloralengraving.Movement 44572. Size 16.$700 - 1,400

120Lady’s Elgin Pocket Watch18K yellow gold hunting case with engine turnings. Movement 3965834. Size 4.$300 - 700

121Lady’s Pocket WatchH. Muhr’s Sons, Philadelphia. 14K yellow gold hunting case withornatefloraldecoration.Movement95845.Size3/0.$400 - 800

122Lady’s Elgin Pocket WatchH. Muhr’s Sons, Philadelphia. 14K yellow gold hunting case with monogram. 15 jewel; movement 9379091. Size 3/0.$300 - 700

123Lady’s Pocket WatchI.G. Dillon & son, Chas H. Hamer, Philadelphia. 14K yellow gold hunting case with engine turnings. 15 jewels, movement 2058590. Size 3/0. Supported by a 48” 14K yellow gold watch chain with diamond and opal slide.$300 - 900

124Lady’s Elgin Deco Wristwatch14K white gold Deco case containing two single cut diamond accents and four blue sapphire baguettes. 15 jewel; movement 32945383. Stretch band.$200 - 400

125Gold Watch Chain14K (marked) yellow gold 52” chain with amethyst and clear crystal beads.8.8dwt.$200 - 300

126Diamond Filigree Bracelet14K(marked)whitegoldfiligree bracelet with three full cut diamond accents.7mm length, 6.2dwt.$150 - 250

127Three Gold CoinsTwo 1879 U.S. $2-1/2 and an 1857 U.S. $1.$300 - 400

128Diamond Engagement Ring and Wedding Band14Kwhitegoldfiligreeengagementsettingcontains an apx. 0.40ct center diamond of SI1clarity,H-Icolor,flankedby two single cut diamond accents. Withplatinumfloralweddingband.Ring sizes 6-1/2 and 5. 3.4dwt.$250 - 450

129Three Diamond Ring18K (tested) yellow gold setting contains 3 Old European cut diamonds, apx. 0.35ct, 0.45ct, & 0.40ct; VS2 to SI1 clarities; G-H color.Ring size 6-1/2. 3.1dwt.$700 - 1,200

130Diamond Engagement Ring18K (marked) yellow gold setting containing a center Old European cut diamondflankedby6OldMinecut diamonds of graduated sizes. Center diamond is apx. 1.20ct, VS2 clarity, H-I color. Apx. 1.45ct TWD, Ring size 6-1/2. 1.8dwt.$1,000 - 1,800

131Diamond Engagement Ring18K (marked) yellow gold 6-prong setting containing an Old European cut diamond of apx. 0.65ct; VS2 clarity, G-H color. Ring size 6. 1.7dwt.$500 - 900

132Mexican Sterling Earring and Brooch SetMixed metals with sterling ribbon motif, gold-tone tips. Marked TM-220.1.25ozt total.$50 - 100

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133Seven Pairs of Mexican EarringsIncludes sterling and other mixedmetals. Some contain enamel inlay,amethyst, etc. Various markings.3.96ozt total. $75 - 150

134Two Hair Art Watch ChainsGold-filledfindings.$25 - 50

135Green Jade Bead NecklaceContinuous 30” chain with 10mm beads.$25 - 50

136Victorian-style Black Onyx NecklaceLarge faceted black onyx beaded necklace supporting a large black onyx shield-shaped pendant with applied pearl cross. Gold-filledfindings.$50 - 100

137Gold Watch Chain with Charms14K yellow gold rope chain of 19” lengthwith additional loop, supporting a carvedcoral Buddha and a carved shell Buddha.28.5dwt. $500-700

138Diamond ring14K (tested) yellow gold etched setting containingan apx. 0.20ct round, brilliant-cut diamond.Ring size 5-1/2. 2.2dwt.$100 - 300

139Gold Bow Brooch14Kyellowgoldfiligreebowwithacenterbezel-set diamond surrounded by blackenamel. Diamond is apx. 0.15ct. 3.1dwt.$75 - 150

140Three Diamond Engagement Ring14K white gold setting with centerdiamond of apx. 0.95ct, SI2 clarity,J-Kcolor,flankedbytwoapx.0.25ctea.,SI1 clarity, H-I color. Apx. 1.45ct TWD.Ring size 6. 3.1dwt.$1,800 - 2,500

141Diamond Ring14K (tested) yellow goldcontemporary setting containing a center marquise-cut diamond flankedby12channel-setfullcutdiamonds. Center diamond is apx. 1.30ct, I2 clarity, M-N color.Side diamonds are apx. 0.05ct each. Apx. 1.90ct TWD Ring size 8-1/4. 5.0dwt. $800 - 1,500

142Diamond and Sapphire RingPlatinum (tested) setting containing a center cushion-cut blue sapphire, surrounded by 22 small baguette-cut blue sapphires and 34 full cut diamonds. Apx. 0.70ct TWD.Center blue sapphire is apx.10mm x 7mm x 3.55. Ring size 8. 3.5dwt. $1,000 - 1,800

143Diamond Engagement RingPlatinum (tested) setting containing anemerald-cutdiamondflankedbyfour baguette-cut diamonds and two full cut diamonds. Center diamondis apx. 1.00ct, VS1 clarity, G-H color. 1.25ct TWD Ring size 7-1/2. 3.4dwt.$1,200 - 1,900

144Five Diamond RingPlatinumbandwithfivein-lineround,brilliant-cut diamonds, apx. 0.25ct each. Apx. 1.25ct TWD, SI1 clarities, G-H colors. Ring size 8. 2.9dwt.$900 - 1,800

145Five Diamond Ring14Kwhitegoldbandwithfive in-line round, brilliant-cut diamonds, apx. 0.20ct each. Apx. 1.00ct TWD, VS1 clarities, H-I colors.Ring size 8. 2.3dwt. $800 - 1,500

146Diamond Band Ring14K white gold with three round, brilliant-cut diamonds in illusionsettings,flankedbytwobaguetteaccent diamonds. Center diamonds are apx. 0.25ct each, VS2-SI1clarities, L-M colors. Apx. 0.85ct TWD. Ring size 6-1/4. 2.6dwt.$700 - 1,200

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14719th Century George Washington Lithograph George Washington colored lithograph, circa 1876, featuring a central George Washington on horseback. Wittemann Brothers,New York. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of America’s Independence. In period frame and glass.Image: 29” x 22”.$300 - 500

148Hand-Colored Lithograph of George Washington19th Century, N. Currier. Framed under glass.Image: 13-1/2” x 10-1/8”. $100 - 200

149Currier and Ives LithographTitled “Washington and Lincoln. The Father and The Savior Of Our Country.” 1865. Framed under glass. 15” x 11”. $100 - 200

150Washington Genre-scene Color LithographTitled “The Reception of Lafayette at Mount Vernon”.Featuring Washington shaking hands with Marquis de Lafayette and welcoming him to his home. Bencke and Scott, New York. In period frame under glass. 19” x 26-1/2”. $100 - 200

151M.H. Traubel George Washington Engraving29th C. George Washington engraving by M.H. Trabuel & Co. 46-1/2 Walnut Street Phila. Framed under glass.Image: 23” x 15-1/4”. Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE. $100 - 200

152Early George Washington EngravingEarly George Washington engraving. Oval portrait based on Charles Willson Peale’s portrait, and engraved by James Trenchard. Appeared in “Columbian Magazine”, circa 1787.Image: 7” x 4-1/4”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 400

153Two Geroge Washington EngravingsGrouping of two George Washington engravings to include a naval monument piece engraved by W.B. Annin, dated 1815 (Image: 7-3/4” x 4-3/4”). An engraving of Conwallis resigning his sword to Washington, Archer and Boilly Sc. 1854.(Image: 9-3/4” x 8”). Both framed under glass.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$150 - 300

154Two George Washington EngravingsOne titled “Last Moments of Washington”. Pubished by William Pate, engraved by T. Doney. Framed under glass(Image: 20-1/2” x 27-3/4”). Together with a smaller portrait engraving of George Washington (Image: 10-1/2” x 8-1/4”).Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$300 - 500

154ATwo George Washington Genre EngravingsGrouping to include a 19th Century engraving of Mount Vernon by J.H. Byram, in antique frame (Image: 19-1/2” x 21-1/2”). Together with an unframed George Washington engraving by H.S. Sadd after G. Stuart (30-1/2” x 23-1/2”). $100 - 300

15518th Century William Penn EngravingTitled “William Penn’s Treaty with the Indians, when he founded the Province of Pennsylvania in North America 1681.” Engraved by John Hall, London, 1775 after the painting by Benjamin West. Framed under glass. Image: 18” x 24”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$300 - 500

156A.H. Ritchie 19th Century EngravingTitled “Lady Washington’s Reception”. Engraved by A.H. Ritchie. Framed under glass. Image: 27” x 40”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

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157Four George Washington Genre Charcoal DrawingsSet of four architectural drawings of the four residences of George Washington during his terms as President of the U.S. All initialed lower right “H.T.” All framed under glass.Images: 20-1/4” x 25-1/2”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$400 - 700

158Miniature George Washington Painting on BoneMiniature portrait painting on bone of George and Martha Washington with a jeweled and decorated back, in metal frame.2-3/4” x 3-1/4”.$300 - 500

158ATwelve William Hogarth EngravingsAll from the “Industry and Idleness” set, and all 12 engraved by T. Cook, 1797. Images: 11-3/4” x 15”. $200 - 400

159Andrew Wyeth and Chris Sanderson PrintAndrew Wyeth and Chris Sanderson print, Map of HistoricalChester County.Withcertificateofauthenticityonback.Framed under glass. Image: 22-3/4” x 24-1/2”. $50 - 100

1601827 Map of DelawareBy Anthony Finley, Philadelphia. Framed under glass.Image: 12” x 9”.$50 - 100

161Reed’s Map of PhiladelphiaHand-colored map facsimile of John Reed’s 1774 map ofPhiladelphia. Charles L. Warner, 1870. Limited to 200 copies then the plates were destroyed. Linen backed. 59” x 31”.$200 - 300

1621829 Map of AfricaD.E. Robinson and Company. Framed under glass.Image: 8-1/2” x 10-3/4”. $50 - 100

163Hand-Colored 1679 Map of PolandN. Sanson. Framed under glass. Image: 17” x 22-3/4”.$150 - 300

164Hand-Colored 1753 Map of SardiniaGeorge Louis Le Rouge. Framed under glass.Image: 28-1/2” x 17”. $100 - 300

165WW-I YWCA PosterArtwork by Adolf Treidler.Image of female war worker holding a bomb and bi-plane. Framed under glass.Image: 38-1/2” x 29-1/2”.$200 - 300

1661930 Boy Scout PosterArtwork by HenryHintermeister.Celebrating the 20th anniversaryof the scouts andfeaturing a standing boy scout. Framed under glass. Image: 28-1/4” x 18”.$200 - 300

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167Grouping of Early Powder KegsFive early wooden powder kegs. One marked J.B.B.Largest: 13” tall x 10-1/2” diameter.$100 - 200

168Two Conestoga Wagon JacksOne with red paint. Dated 1812 and 1836.Larger: 24” tall x 6-3/4” wide x 2-1/4” deep.$300 - 400

169Set of Bentwood Spice Boxes3-1/2” tall x 9-1/2” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$50 - 100

170Antique Slide-Lid Candle BoxWalnut. 3-1/4” tall x 18” long x 6-1/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE. $75 - 150

171Bouillotte LampRed tole-painted bouillottelamp. 20” tall x 13-1/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominentestate in historic New Castle, DE.$50 - 100

172Large Pewter ChargerInitialed “EG”. 16-1/2’ diameter.Provenance: From a prominentestate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

173Antique Pennsylvania Wrought Iron Fat Lamp7-1/2” tall x 5-3/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE. Originally from the private collection of Charles Van Ra-vensway,firstmetalsconservatorofWinterthur.$200 - 300

174Six Wrought Iron and Brass Kitchen UtensilsOne ladle signed “FBS Canton”; one signed S. Grosh.Largest: 19” long.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$150 - 250

175Antique Walnut Utensil Tray4” tall x 14-1/4” long x 10” deep.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 150

176Pair of Virginia Metalcrafters AndironsColonial Williamsburg reproduction, pattern number CW100-1.24” tall x 13” wide x 22” deep.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 150

177Antique Yellow Pine CabinetWith interior shelves. 19” tall x 13” wide x 5-1/2” deep.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

178Antique Three-slat Ladder-back Highchair33” tall x 12” wide x 11-1/2” deep.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$150 - 200

179Painted WhirligigPaint-decorated wooden whirligig of a man sawing, mounted on natural wood stand. 28” long.$150 - 250

180Antique Dutch Brass ChandelierWall-hanging chandelier with four lights. 15-3/4” tall.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

181Grouping of Brass and Iron ArticlesCollection to include a brass and iron plate warmer and three antique brass candlesticks.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$75 - 150

Larger: 24” tall x 6-3/4” wide x 2-1/4” deep.$300 - 400

Set of Bentwood Spice Boxes3-1/2” tall x 9-1/2” wide.

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182Antique Iron Hearth ArticlesGrouping to include an early sawtooth trammel; an iron griddle; a tri-footed rotating gridiron. Gridiron: 29” long.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

183Antique Iron Rotating GridironTri-footed with ornate decoration. 24” long x 11” diameter.$150 - 200

18419th Century RushlightTwisted shaft and arm on a turned-wood base, with candleholder socket. 11” tall x 4” wide.$100 - 200

185Assembled Grouping of Early LightingCollection to include: an iron betty lamp; a tin fat lamp; a twist ejector candlestick on wood base; a sheet-iron hogscraper.Largest stick: 9” tall. $200 - 400

186Group of Early MetalwaresAssembled grouping to include: an American pewter plate marked “MWD”; an iron ladle; a hammered-brass ladle with iron handle; an early chain trammel.Pewter plate: 9-1/2” diameter. Trammel: 48” long.$100 - 200

187Antique Walnut Lift Top BoxWith a three-section interior. The middle section contains a glasscontainer,flankedbytwolift-topsections.6-1/4” tall x 12” wide x 6” deep.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

188Early Wrought Iron CandlestandFloor-standing two-arm design with adjustable height.56” tall x 16-1/2” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$400 - 500

189Five Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 19” long. $100 - 200

190Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 9” long. $200 - 400

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191Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 8-1/2” long. $200 - 400

192Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 9” long. $200 - 400

193Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 8-1/2” long. $200 - 400

194Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 9” long. $200 - 400

195Ten Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 8-1/4” long. $200 - 400

196Carved and Painted Fish Decoys GroupingEightcarvedandpaintedfishdecoys,andonecompositefishdecoy. Largest: 7-1/2” long. $150 - 300

197Ten Small Carved and Painted Fish DecoysLargest: 5” long. $150 - 300

198Lift Top Bottle CaseWith iron handles, sectioned interior, and six glass bottles.14-1/2” tall x 15” wide x 11” deep.$100 - 200

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199Three Delft Tin Glazed Plates8-3/4” diameter.$100 - 300

200Lehmann Tin Balky MuleGerman, circa 1912. 7” long.$100 - 300

201Amos and Andy Open Air TaxiLouis Marx. Lithographed tin. 8” long.$100 - 300

202African Carved MaskNow mounted onto a Luciteframe. Mask: 26” tall x 11” wide.$100 - 200

203Ceremonial African StaffFemalefiguralform,retainingpaint.Latermountedontoasquare base.Staff: 61” tall.$100 - 300

204Folk Art Carved Standing Cat13” tall x 15” long.$100 - 200

205Carved Wood FiguralTable LampFemale bust design with paintdecoration, mounted on Lucite base. Lamp:32” tall.$200 - 300

206Tiffany Studios InkwellBronze with original patina and glass insert. Adam pattern. Marked “TiffanyStudios New York 1777” on base.2-1/2” tall x 4” widex 3-1/4” deep.$300 - 400

207Collection of Early GlassAssembled grouping to include a blown decanter; two cut-glass decanters; assorted blown glasses. Largest decanter: 13-1/2” tall.$200 - 400

208Six Murano Glass TumblersFrosted colored glass. 3-1/2” tall x 3” diameter.$200 - 300

209Eleven Murano Glass GobletsWith rubybowlsandbases,gold-fleckedstems.8”tall.$200 - 400

210Three Pieces of Venetian GlassGrouping to include two swan-stemmed candlesticksand perfume. Candelsticks: 9” tall.$100 - 200

211Pair of French CandelabrasCut-crystal column forms mounted in gilt bronze. Five lights with lion head supports, on claw feet.28-1/2” tall x 12-1/2” wide.$1,000 - 1,200

212French Cut-Crystal DresserBoxMounted in gilt bronze.4-1/2” tall x 5-1/2” widex 4-1/4” deep.$100 - 200

213French Cut-Crystal Decanter SetSet consists of a bronze doré-mounted decanter, six glasses, and a mirrored tray on cherub mask feet. Decanter: 10-1/2” tall. Glasses: 3-1/4” tall. Tray: 10-1/2” diameter.$300 - 400

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214French Bronze Desk Set6-1/2” tall x 17-1/2” wide x 7-3/4” deep. $200 - 300

215French Center BowlFrench crystal and gilt bronze center bowl on paw feet.5-1/4” tall x 12-1/2” wide x 6-1/4” deep. $200 - 300

216Lalique Molded and Frosted Glass BowlPinsons pattern with birds on branches. Etched “Lalique France” on base. 9-1/4” diameter. $200 - 300

217Two Pieces of Lalique GlassGrouping to include a Dampierre bird vase and a Jamaique ashtray. Each marked on base. Vase: 4-3/4” tall.Ashtray: 5-1/2” diameter. $150 - 250

218Niloak Missionware GroupingGrouping to include pitcher; four tumblers; round platter;unmarked trivet. Pitcher: 10” tall. Tumblers: 3-3/4” tall.Platter: 11” diameter. $300 - 400

219Italian Porcelain Polar BearLargefigurinesigned“Cacciapuoti”.11”tallx14”long.$200 - 300

220Royal Dux Bohemia PorcelainFigural grouping of a child with his dog. 13” tall x 10” wide.$100 - 300

221Large Herend Porcelain RabbitGreenfishnetpatternonanaturalisticbase.11-3/4” tall.$400 - 600

222Three Herend Porcelain BirdsFigurinegroupingincludesakingfisherwithfish(4-3/4”tall),andtwoperchedparrots(larger:6”tall).Allinthefishnetpattern.$300 - 500

223Austrian Art Nouveau Figural GroupingCollection to include three porcelain pieces, one marked“Ernst Wahliss, Turn Wein”. Tallest piece: 11” tall x 10” wide.$300 - 600

224English Pearlware BowlFloral sprig decoration. 4” tall x 8-3/4” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

225Sevres Porcelain TureenClassical figuredecoration,onunderplate.Tureenhasincised“Sevres” mark on base. No markings on underplate.Tureen: 11” tall x 16” wide. $200 - 400

226Twelve Pickard Royal Bavarian PlatesTwelve Pickard Royal Bavarian plates with cobalt and giltdecoration. Marked. 11” diameter. $150 - 200

227Continental Portrait VaseOpalescent green ground.8-1/4” tall x6” diameter. $200 - 400

228Pair of French-StylePorcelain Urns20th C. Cobalt blue withbrassfittings,parcel-giltdecoration with hand-paintedfiguralandlandscapescenes.28” tall x 9-1/2” wide.$400 - 700

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229Two Limoges Porcelain PlaquesDepicting Napoleon. 4-1/2” x 3-1/2”.$100 - 200

230Mettlach Pottery ChargerModel 2795, with green matte glaze withcameodecorationandincisedfloralborder. Incised mark on back.17-1/2” diameter.$300 - 500

231Portrait on PorcelainOval portrait of a gentleman on porcelain. Sgned A.G., marked on back.5-3/4” x 4-1/4”. $200 - 300

232Weller PotteryWellerpotteryArdsleybowlandkingfisherflowerfrog.Bothmarked.Bowl17”diameter.Kingfisher:9”tall.$500 - 700

233Weller Pottery VaseBirdandfloraldecoration.Kilnmarkonbase.8-1/2” tall x 3-1/8” diameter.$100 - 300

234San Ildefonso Blackware Pottery VaseMaria and Santana. Signed “Marie, Santana” on base.Decoration on median and neck. Also provided are imageswith Maria taken by the previous owner of the vase.8-3/4” tall.$1,000 - 1,500

235Chinese Tea Dust Glazed VaseMarked on base. 9-1/2” tall.$100 - 200

236Chinese Cobalt Blue VaseSix character mark on base. 12” tallx 7-1/4” wide x 6” deep.$200 - 400

237Chinese Pottery VaseCeladon glaze with incised decora-tion. 9” tall.$100 - 200

238Chinese Porcelain VaseGarlic mouth design with blue under-glaze decoration. Mark on base. 1” tall. $200 - 400

239Large Chinese Porcelain VaseBlue dragon decoration and character mark. 15-1/2” tall x 13” diameter.

$400 - 600

240Chinese Oxblood-glazed Pottery VaseMarked base. 15-1/2” tall x 8-1/2” diameter.$200 - 400

241Chinese Pottery VaseCeladon glaze. 13” tall.$150 - 300

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242Chinese Porcelain Brush HolderFigural decoration on blue ground. 7” tall x 7” diameter.$300 - 500

243Chinese Export Chestnut Basket and UnderplateRose medallion. Basket: 3-3/4” tall x 11” wide x 9-1/2” deep. Underplate: 12” long x 10” wide. $300 - 500

244Chinese Export Platter Well and tree platter with rose medallion decoration.16-1/2” wide x 12-1/2” deep. $200 - 300

246Pair of Chinese Export Cabbage Leaf Ginger Jars9-3/4” tall x 8-1/2” diameter. $500 - 700

247Chinese Export Rose Medallion Soap DishWith inset strainer and cover. 3” tall x 6-1/4” wide x 5” deep.$200 - 300

248Assembled Chinese Export Porcelain Tea SetRose medallion decoration. Set consists of a tea pot, covered sugar, and creamer marked “H&Co”, as well as a similarly-decorated under-tray. Tray: 11” wide x 10-1/2” deep.$300 - 600

249Grouping of Chinese Export PorcelainRose medallion grouping to include a gravy boat with under tray and a covered dish. Gravy boat: 3” tall x 7” long.Covered dish: 2-3/4” tall x 5-1/2” wide. $200 - 300

250Pair of Chinese Export VasesRose medallion bud vases. Larger: 6” tall.$100 - 200

251Grouping of Chinese Export PorcelainsAssembled set to include a cache pot; cylindrical vase;flowerpotwithundertray;saltandpepper.Cache pot: 10” tall x 7-3/4” wide x 7-3/4” deep.$100 - 300

252Pair of Chinese Porcelain CranesImpressed mark on bases. 16” tall.$400 - 600

253Large Chinese Export PitcherCabbage leaf decoration. 17” tall. $500 - 700

254Chinese Export CanisterCabbage leaf decoration, with lid. 5” tall x 4-1/4” diameter.$100 - 200

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255Five Chinese Export PlatesFamille Rose decoration with peach marks on undersides.10-1/2” diameter.$300 - 600

256Chinese Export Shrimp DishRose medallion decoration. 10-1/4” long x 9-1/2” wide.$100 - 200

257Four Chinese Export PlatesCabbage leaf decoration. 10” diameter.$100 - 300

258Pair of Chinese Porcelain Dogs5” tall x 7-1/2” long.$200 - 300

259Pair of Chinese Porcelain PigeonsUnmarked. 7” tall x 7” long.$200 - 300

260Ten Pieces of Chinese Export PorcelainFamille verte decoration. Assembled grouping to include seven dishes, two saucers, and a cup. Largest dish: 9-1/2” diameter.$200 - 300

261Eight Chinese Porcelain PlatesFamille verte decoration. 7-3/4” diameter.$100 - 200

262Pair of Chinese Porcelain VasesBlue and white beaker-forms with palace lion masks.Each on pierced-wood stand. 13” tall.$800 - 1,000

263Chinese Roof Tile WarriorOn wood stand.Warrior: 12” tall x 11” long.$100 - 300

264Chinese Porcelain FigureUnmarked. 11” tall x 10” wide.$300 - 500

265Chinese Export Armorial PlatterFirst quarter 19th century. With central decoration of an urn with swag surround, with bird crest. 20-1/4” x 17-1/2”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$400 - 600

266Chinese Blue and White Porcelain TileVaseandfloraldecoration.16-1/4”tallx12”wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$300 - 500

267Pair of Chinese Blue and White TilesLandscape designs with character inscription. Framed.Images: 8-1/4” tall x 7-1/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$400 - 600

268Chinese Porcelain ChargerOverallornateraisedfloraldecorationandgiltaccents.15-1/4” diameter.$200 - 400

269Two Pieces of Chinese Export PorcelainGrouping to include a covered tea pot and mug, each withfiguraldecoration.Teapot:7-1/2”tallx10”long.Mug: 4-3/4” tall x 5-1/2” long.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 300

270Chinese Export PlateCentral boat decoration. 8-1/4” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

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279Two Chinese Export Porcelain Platters18thCentury.Decoratedwithfloralsprays.9-1/2” deep x 11-3/4” wide.$200 - 300

280Chinese Porcelain Bottle VaseFigural decoration.10” tall.$100 - 300

281Chinese Porcelain Water CoolerBlue and white withcalligraphy inscription.9-3/4” tall x 6-1/2” diameter.$200 - 400

282Chinese Bronze CensorTri-footed base with silvered and etched design.5-1/2” tall x 7” diameter.$100 - 300

283Chinese Export-style TureenWith under plate. Marked “1851”. 11” tall x 15” wide.$100 - 300

284Chinese Porcelain Umbrella StandFamille rose decoration, with mark on base. 23” tall x 9” wide.$200 - 400

285Chinese Painting on MetalUnusual antique Chinese painting on metal depicting amarketplace trade scene. Now encased in a later hand-painted wooden frame. Possibly originally a trade sign.20” tall x 24” wide.Provenance: Descended in a Philadelphia-area family.$1,500 - 1,750

271Eight Chinese Export PlatesEachcenteredwithafloralurndecoration.7-1/2”diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

272Chinese Export Service Bowl and Under PlateEachwithfloralspraydecoration.Bowl3-1/2”tallx 8-1/2” diameter. Plate 9-1/2” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

273Chinese Export Porcelain Punch BowlLandscape decoration. 4” tall x 9-1/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

274Large Imari Porcelain Charger18” diameter.Provenance: From a prominentestate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

275Two Pieces of ImariPorcelainGrouping to include a scallopedbowl and charger. Bowl: 4” tall x 9-3/4” diameter.Charger: 13” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

276Two Chinese Export Porcelain PlatesOctagonalshapewithurnandfloralspraydecoration.9” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 300

277Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain GroupingAssembled set to include two covered ginger jars and a dragon-decorated bowl. Largest jar: 8-1/2” tall x 8-1/2” wide. Bowl: 3-1/4” tall x 7-3/4” diameter.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

278Pair of Chinese VasesEachwithfamilleroseandfiguraldecoration,andcoveredwithcalligraphy poems. 17-1/4” tall x 8-1/2” diameter.Provenance:FromafineMainLineestate.$1,000 - 1,200

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286David Lee Painted Silk LandscapeDavid Lee. Chinese powder colors painting on silk ofmountainous landscape. Signed lower right and dated ‘78 Framed under glass. Image: 21-1/4” x 27-1/4”.$600 - 900

28720th Century Chinese ScrollWatercolorpaintingoffloweringbranch.Signedandsealed;framed under glass. Scroll: 13” x 54”. Frame: 20-1/4” x 60”.$100 - 300

28820th Century Chinese WatercolorTwobluebirdsinafloweringtree.Signedandsealed;framedunder glass. Image: 17-1/4” x 26-3/4”. Frame: 27-3/4” x 39-1/2”.$100 - 300

289Kiyoshi Saito WoodblockKiyoshi Saito (Japanese, 1907-1997). Woodblock, titled“Wine Paris”. Numbered 28/120 and dated 1960.Framed under glass. Image: 21” x 15-1/2”.$300 - 500

290Carved Chinese Wood PanelHardwoodpaneldepictingafigural/genrescene.Framed.13-1/2” x 31-1/2”.$100 - 300

291Chinese Scroll PaintingPainting on paper of herder scene with horses. Framed under glass. Image: 40-1/2” x 25-3/4”.$300 - 500

292Six Chinese Paintings on SilkImagesdepictChinesehistoricalfigures.Informationontheback about each person. Framed under glass.Each image: 6-1/4” x 4-1/4”.$200 - 300

293Chinese ReversePainting on GlassGenre scene withmother andchildren.20-1/2” x 32”.$100 - 200

294Three Chinese Paintings on PaperEachwithfiguraldecorationandsignedwithcalligraphy.Eachframed under glass.Images: 13-1/2” x 28-1/2”.$300 - 500

295Indian Jeweled PanelWood panel featuring a central seated Krishna with jeweled surround with brass overlay. 36” diameter.$600 - 800

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301Thomas Nicosia VaseWalnut, cocobola,mahogany, rosewood,white spruce.20” tall x 8-3/4” diameter.$500 - 700

302Thomas Nicosia VasePoplar, walnut, maple,cocobola.11-3/8” tall x 6-1/2” diameter. $400 - 600

303Thomas Nicosia CandlestickRosewood, mahogany, korina.9-1/16” tall, 4-7/16” diameter.$300 - 500

304Thomas Nicosia Small StandWalnut, sepeli, maple, ebony, rosewood, tulipwood, mahogany, satinwood, and other.4-9/16” tall, 3-9/16” diameter.$200 - 300

305Thomas Nicosia Miniature CenterpieceCocobola, lignum vitae, ebony, and tulipwood.1-15/16” tall x1-13/16” diameter.$200 - 300

306Thomas Nicosia Miniature ChaliceLignum vitae, cocobolo, purple heart, and tulipwood.3-5/8” tall x 2-1/4” diameter.$200 - 300

307Thomas Nicosia Miniature GobletTulipwood, bubinga, and other.4-1/2” tall x 1-5/8” diameter.$200 - 300

308Thomas Nicosia Miniature VaseSatinwood,cocobola.3-1/8” tall x2-5/16” diameter.$200 - 300

309Thomas Nicosia Miniature GobletEbony gaboon.2-3/8” tall x 1-1/8” diameter.$200 - 400

310Thomas Nicosia Miniature Vase1-3/4” tall x 1-5/16” diameter.$200 - 300

311Grouping of FiveThomas Nicosia Wood PanelsAssorted woods withinteresting graining. All with marks on undersides.Largest: 9-3/4” tall x12-3/4” wide.$200 - 400

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296Thomas Nicosia VaseSatinwood, amaranth,vermillion, tulipwood, and goncalo.8-5/16” tall x 7-1/4” wide.$300 - 400

297Thomas Nicosia VaseRosewood.13-1/2” tall x 8” diameter.$400 - 600

298Thomas Nicosia Urn Rosewood and mahogany.7-1/2” tall x 4-5/16” diameter.$200 - 300

299Thomas Nicosia VaseCocobola, rosewood, cuban mahogany, and korina.10” tall x 3-9/16” diameter.$300 - 500

300Thomas Nicosia Centerpiece DishTwo-tiered. Satinwood, walnut, poplar, maple, zebra-wood, mahogany, cocobola, and other.6” tall x 19-1/2” diameter.$500 - 700

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312American Silver Shell-form DishGorham, retailed by J.E. Caldwell & Co. On two raised feet.9-1/4” long x 9-1/4” wide. 15.55 ozt. $250 - 350

313English Sterling ChamberstickGadrooned edge, with removable dip pan and conicalextinguisher. Hallmark illegible. 3” tall x 6” diameter. 9.55ozt.$200 - 400

314Group of Coin Silver SpoonsAssembled grouping of 13 coin silver spoons by a variety of makers, including R. Wilson, J. Ward, N. Harding, etc. 22.55 ozt.$200 - 300

315100 Pcs. Alvin Sterling FlatwareChateau pattern. Set also includes a sterling-handled carving set and two other service pieces in a similar pattern.Weight excluding 15 knives and four service pcs: 91.3ozt.$1,000 -1,500

316Two English Sterling TongsBoth with hallmarks. The larger is marked “SR”.Larger: 11-1/4” long. 8.7 total ozt. $100 - 300

317Six Sterling Serving PiecesSix sterling service pieces. Largest: 9” long. 18.50 total ozt.$300 - 500

318S. Kirk and Son Co. Sterling SalverRepousséfloralbordersurroundingdiaperpatterncenter.Sitting on four paw feet. 12-1/4” diameter. 24.9 ozt.$600 - 800

319Sterling 6-piece Tea SeatSet is comprised of a hot water pot with warmer (9” tall),coffee pot (10-1/2” tall), tea pot (9” tall), creamer (5-1/2” tall), covered sugar (5-1/2” tall), and waste bowl (4-1/2” tall).112.25 total ozt. $1,750 - 2,000

320Pair of Georg Jensen-Style Sterling CandelabrasTwo-lightdesignwithstylizedfloralandberrydecoration.Marked “J.Co” and “Sterling” on base.9-1/2” tall x 10-1/4” wide. 31.9 ozt. $700 - 900

321Pair of Tiffany Sterling CompotesEarly 20th Century. With blackberry vine motif and pierced border. Marked “Tiffany and Co. Makers, Sterling Silver.”Date mark C (1902-1907). 3-1/4” tall x 7-1/2” diameter.26.4 ozt.$600 - 800

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322Geroge Inness, Jr. Oil on BoardGeorge Inness, Jr. (New York, 1854-1926). Oil on board, titled “The Fallen Warrior”. Signed lower right “G. Inness Jr.”.Framed under glass. Image: 12-1/2” x 9-1/2”.$1,000 - 1,200

323Walter Koeniger. Winter LandscapeWalter Koeniger (German/America 1881-1943). Oil on three canvases, winter landscape. Signed lower right“Walter Koeniger”.30” x 67”.$3,000 - 5,000

32419th C. Continental School Genre SceneContinental school, 19th Century. Oil on canvas of harborside genre scene. 29-1/2” x 19”.$400 - 600

325Lancelot Ney. Parisian SceneLancelot Ney (American/Hungarian 1900-1965). Oil on Canvas, “Paris - Pont Neuf Et Notre Dame”. 36-1/2” x 29”.$300 - 500

326Robert Shaw. New Castle WaterfrontRobert Shaw (Delaware 1859-1912). Watercolor of the New Castle waterfront. Signed lower right “R.Shaw” and dated 1832. One of the few pieces by Shaw to be signed.Framed under glass. Image: 13-1/2” x 26-1/4”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE. Purchased directly from the estate of David Stockwell.$900 - 1,200

327Two Henri Presset WatercolorsHenri Presset (Switzerland 1928-2013). Two watercolors.Both signed “Presset”. Largest: 9-7/8” x 7-5/8”.$200 - 400

328Impressionist Oil on PanelUnsigned impressionist oil on panel, dancer with a black dog.11-7/8” x 9-1/2”.$150 - 350

329Marcelle Stoianovich. Abstract Village SceneMarcelle Stoianovich (French, 20th Century). Oil on Canvas, abstract village with chickens. Signed lower right “Marcelle Stoianovich” and dated 1959. 6-3/4” x 13”.$100 - 200

330Continental School. Harbor VillageUnsigned Continental school. Oil on canvas, harbor village.20-1/4” tall x 24” wide. $200 - 400

331Cesare A. Ricciardi. Winter LandscapeCesare A. Ricciardi (American 1892-1973). Oil on canvas, winter landscape. Signed lower left “C.A. Ricciardi” and dated ‘41.25” x 30”.$250 - 500

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332Carl Weber. Pastoral LandscapeCarl Weber (Pennsylvania 1850-1921). Watercolor, pastoral landscape with sheep. Signed lower left “Carl Weber”.Framed under glass. Image: 13-1/2” x 19-1/2”.$400 - 600

333Antique Hand-painted FanAntique hand-painted and gilded fan in shadowbox frame, under glass. Frame: 15-1/2” x 25-1/4”$300 - 500

334Continental School. Scottish Loch LandscapeUnsigned Continental school. Oil on canvas, Loch Lomandin Scotland. 21-3/4” x 27”.$200 - 400

335C.J. Drabble. Woodland LandscapeC.J. Drabble. Oil on canvas, wooded landscape with rocky stream. Signed lower right “C.J. Drabble” and dated 1891.16-1/4” x 24”.$300 - 600

336Ferdinand Jakob Von Stoopendaal. Oil on CanvasFerdinand Jakob von Stoopendaal (New York/Sweeden1849-1930). Oil on canvas, hen house. Signed lower right“F. von Stoopendaal”. 16-1/8” x 24”.$750 - 1,500

337Laura D. Stroud Ladd. Floral Still LifeLaura D. Stroud Ladd (Pennsylvania 1863-1943). Oil on canvas,floralstilllife.Signedupperright“LauraD.S.Ladd”.Exhibition tag on back. 36” x 34”.$2,000 - 3,000

338Oil on Canvas, Hunt SceneUnsigned oil on canvas hunt scene. 30-1/4” x 23-1/2”.$200 - 500

339Oil on Canvas, LandscapeUnsigned. Oil on canvas, landscape with cows. 27-1/2” x 36”.$200 - 500

340Oil on Canvas PortraitUnsigned. Oil on canvas, portrait of a gentleman. 34” x 27”.$300 - 700

341Charles L. Hepner, LandscapeCharles L. Hepner (American, 1905-1926). Oil on canvas,landscape with creek. 30” x 50”. $1,000 - 1,500

342George Henry Story, Oil/CanvasGeorge Henry Story (New York, 1835-1923). Oil on canvas, children on rocky shore. Signed lower left “G. H. Story”.49” x 38”. $3,000 - 7,000

343William Aikman (Attrib). PortraitUnsigned/Attributed to William Aikman (England 1682-1731). Oil on canvas, portrait of John Campbell, 2nd Duke of Argyll. Attributed to William Aikman by Sotheby’s. 30” x 25”.$7,000 - 10,000

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344Henry Charles Fox. Autumn LandscapeHenry Charles Fox (British 1860-1925). Watercolor, autumn river scene. Signed lower right “H.C. Fox RBA”. Framed under glass. Image: 30” x 21-1/4”.$300 - 400

345Painting on Porcelain PanelPainting on porcelain panel, maiden in forest with stream. KPM style. Signed lower left “L Walt”.15-1/2” x 8”.$200 - 300

346Henry Braunstein. Two WatercolorsHenry Braunstein (American 1838-1930). Two watercolors: The Delaware River, dated 1916; the City of Wilmington waterfront, dated 1910. Both signed lower right “H. Braunstein”. Framed under glass.Images: 5-3/4” x 9-3/4”.$200 - 400

347Douglas Sanders. WatercolorDouglas Sanders (Delaware 1906-1977). Watercolor, “The Bell”. Signed lower left “Douglass Sanders”. Framed under glass.Image: 15-3/4” x 23-1/2”.$100 - 300

348William Dawson, LandscapeWilliam Dawson (Delaware 1930-2007). Oil on canvas, Smith’s Bridge in Chadds Ford, PA. Signed lower right “W.S. Dawson”.13-1/2” x 17-1/2”.$100 - 200

349Charles Robinson. LithographCharles Robinson. Lithograph, “Briton’s Mill Falls on the Bran-dywine”. Pencil Signed lower right. Framed under glass.Image: 17” x 22”.$100 - 150

350Ralph Scharff. WatercolorRalph Scharff (Delaware 1922-1993). Watercolor, “On Point”. Signed “Scharff” lower right. Framed under glass.Image: 16” x 28”.$150 - 300

351F.H. Jefferies, LandscapeF.H. Jefferies (Delaware, 20th Century). Oil on canvas, historic New Castle, DE, titled “The Green”. Signed lower right “F.H. Jefferies”. 24” x 36”.$400 - 600

352Edward Grant, LandscapeEdward Grant (Delaware 1907-1998). Oil on canvas, titled “Wharf”. Signed lower right “Edward Grant” and dated 1970.24” x 36”.$200 - 400

353Jack Lewis, LandscapeJack Lewis (Delaware 1912-2012). Watercolor, titled “High Country Marsh Near Minerva”. Signed lower middle “Jack Lewis” and dated 1961. Framed under glass.Image: 11” x 19”.$100 - 200

354James S. King, EngravingJames S. King (American 1852-1925). Colored engraving, maiden with geese. Signed lower right “JAS S King”. Framed under glass.17” x 28”.$100 - 150

355Two Gilt-Framed Victorian PrintsTwo gilt-framed Victorian-era prints of 18th Century Ward en-gravings. Titled “Hesitation” and “The Choice”.Images: 15-3/4” x 12-1/4”.$50 - 100

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356A. Cortez, Hunt SceneA. Cortez. Oil on canvas, hunt scene. Signed lower left“A. Cortez”. 34” x 47”.$200 - 300

357Alexander Hay Ritchie EngravingAlexander Hay Ritchie. Engraving, “Sherman’s March to the Sea”. After F.O.C. Darley painting. Signed in Pencil lower right; framed under glass. 26-3/4” x 41”.$300 - 500

358Esther Mossburg. CharcoalEsther Mossburg. Charcoal, swans in a lake. circa 1897. Signed and dated lower right. Framed under glass.Image: 13-1/2” x 17-3/4”.$50 - 100

359Grace Whitehead Phillips. Still LifeGrace Whitehead Phillips (Pennsylvania, 20th Century).Oil on board, still life. Signed lower right “G. Whitehead Phillips”.16” tall x 20” wide.$200 - 300

360Marie Helene Hallgarten. Three Impressionist ScenesMarie Helene Hallgarten. Three pastels, impressionist scenes. All signed “Marie Helene”. Framed under glass.Images: 9-1/2” x 11-1/4”.$100 - 300

36118th Century Engraving: William, Duke of CumberlandEngraved by S.F. Ravenet Sculp. In antique frame.Image: 16” x 11-1/2”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$100 - 200

362Two Pepe Pastoral ScenesPepe. Two oils on canvas, pastoral scenes: Donkey andChickens. Signed lower right. Larger: 8” tall x 11-1/2” wide.$200 - 400

363Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 14” tall x 10” wide.$200 - 400

364Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 14” tall x 10” wide.$200 - 400

365Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 14” tall x 10” wide.$200 - 400

366Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 14” tall x 10” wide.$200 - 400

367Three Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 14” tall x 10” wide.$200 - 400

368Three Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century. 6-3/4” tall x 5” wide.$200 - 400

369Three Mexican RetablosOil on tin. 19th Century. 10” tall x 7” wide.$200 - 400

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370Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century.Larger: 12-1/4” tall x 8-1/2” wide.$200 - 400

371Two Mexican RetablosOils on tin. 19th Century.Larger: 10” tall x 7” wide.$200 - 400

3722 Volume Set, “Picasso 347”Pablo Picasso, “Picasso 347”, 2-volume setwith case. Random House/Maecenas Press,1970. Case: 18” x 12-1/2” x 3-1/2”.$200 - 300

373Art Deco Bronze DancerArt Deco bronze, of a dark-patinated bronzefemale dancer holding a marble ball aboveher head, mounted on a circular marble base.Bronze signed illegibly. 15” tall.$700 - 900

374Art Nouveau Bronze, Standing NudeSigned “GS”. 10” tall x 2-3/4” wide x 4” deep.$600 - 800

375Two Classical Bronze FiguresNo apparent signatures. Larger: 9” tall x 8” wide x 4” deep. Smaller: 8” tall. $300 - 500

376German Art Nouveau LampCast metal, with a maiden carrying two jeweled shades. Marked “Germany” on back. 18-1/2” tall x 12” wide.$500 - 700

377Lily Landis, Abstract Bronze SculptureLily Landis (American). Abstract bronze of a seated woman. Signed “Landis”. Bronze:6-1/2” tall x 8” wide x 6” deep.$100 - 300

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Art Deco bronze, of a dark-patinated bronzefemale dancer holding a marble ball aboveher head, mounted on a circular marble base.

Lily Landis, Abstract BronzeSculptureLily Landis (American).Abstract bronze of a seatedwoman. Signed “Landis”.Bronze:6-1/2” tall x8” wide x 6” deep.

378Lily Landis, Abstract Bronze SculptureLily Landis (American). Abstract gold-patinated bronze of a standing woman. Signed “Landis” 7-1/2” tall.$100 - 200

379Patricia Peardon, Bronze DancerPatricia Peardon. Bronze and stone sculpture of a dancer. Unsigned. 15” tall x 12” wide.$100 - 200

380Bronze Setter, After J. MoignierAfter J. Moignier, bronze setter, on marble base.Signed “J. Moignier”. Bronze: 8” tall x 11” long.$300 - 500

382Bronze Satyr StatueOn marble base. Not signed or marked. Bronze: 26” tall .$200 - 400

383Spelter Figure, After Julien CausseAfterJulienCausse(French1869-1914).Spelterfigure,A Belle. Plaque on front and signed “J. Causse”. 23-1/3” tall.$300 - 500

384Bronze Figural LampEarly 20th Century. Featuring a standing nude holding a torch, on cherub-decorated base. 32” tall.$300 - 500

386Spelter Metalworker Statue, After Ernest RancouletAfter Ernest Rancoulet (French 1846-1915). Spelter metal-worker, signed “Rancoulet”. On marble base. Figure: 18” tall.$200 - 300

387Bronze Cowboy, After Frederic RemingtonSigned “Frederic Remington”. Marble base. Bronze: 12” x 12”.$200 - 400

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381A. Mercie Bronze DavidA.Mercie(French1845-1916).Patinatedbronzefigure.Signed “A. Mercie”. With F. Barbedienne, Foundeur andA. Collas Reduction Mecanique Pastille Foundry Marks.Together with custom made pedestal base.Bronze: 27-1/2” tall.$1,000 - 1,500

385Bronze Female Figure, After Emmanuele VillanisAfter Emmanuele Villanis (French 1858-1914). Bronzefigureofafemalewithflowers,onlilypad-formbase.Signed “E. Villanis”. 22-1/2” tall x 13-1/2” diameter.$500 - 700

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388 Mercedes-Benz1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Convertible Roadster74,544 miles. VIN: WDBBA48D9GA041833With soft top and hard top with cover. $10,000 - 12,000

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3891804 Silk Embroidered Mourning PieceFor Mary Eveleth. American, probably New England. Central monument with Mary Eveleth’s name inscribed, surrounded by a mourner and an overhanging willow tree. In period gold-leaf frame. 15-3/4” tall x 16-3/4” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$1,500 - 3,000

390Silk on Linen Embroidered SamplerWrought by Emma Barker, dated March 6th, 1840.17” tall x 16-1/2” wide.$100 - 200

391Two 19th Century SilkEmbroideriesGilt-framed under glass.Image: Larger is 12” x 10”.$200 - 400

392Victorian Paisley Shawl10’3” long x 57” wide.$100 - 200

393Two Paisley ShawlsEarly 20th century.Larger: 11’5” x 63”.$200 - 400

394Eli Terry and Sons Pillar and Scroll Mantle ClockCirca early 19th Century. Mahogany case with eglomisé-painted glass panel and hand painted wooden dial.31-1/4” tall x 16” wide x 4-1/4” deep.$500 - 800

395Eli Terry Jr. Transitional Shelf ClockStenciled case with reverse-painted panel; wooden dial and works. 33” tall x 17-1/4” wide x 4” deep.$200 - 300

396Closionné Mantle ClockChinese, 20th C.With enameled portrait-decorated panels.18” tall x 7-3/4” widex 6-1/2” deep.$200 - 400

397French Black-marble Mantle Clock19thCentury.Withspeltermaidenfigure.20”x16”x7”.$200 - 300

398Haynes FluteSerial number 40864. In original hard case. 28” long.$700 - 900

399Pittway Brothers Victorian Travel Set19th C. English Pittway Brothers Victorian gentleman’s travel setinbrass-inlaidwalnutcasewithextensivefittings,allsterlingmarked with hallmarks. Case: 8” tall x 12” wide x 9” deep.$900 - 1,200

400New York Colonial Currency Grouping Printed by Samuel London on March 5th, 1776. Four Two-Shilling notes; one Four-Shilling note; one Half-Dollar note. $200 - 400

Two 19th Century Silk

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398Haynes FluteSerial number 40864. In original hard case. 28” long.$700 - 900

399Pittway Brothers Victorian Travel Set19th C. English Pittway Brothers Victorian gentleman’s travel set in brass-inlaidmarked with hallmarks. Case: 8” tall x 12” wide x 9” deep.$900 - 1,200

400New York Colonial Currency Grouping Printed by Samuel London on March 5th, 1776. Four Two-Shilling notes; one Four-Shilling note; one Half-Dollar note. $200 - 400

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401Maryland Colonial Currency GroupingPrinted by A.C. and W Green. 1/3-Dollar dated 1774;Six-Dollar note dated 1774; Eight-Dollar note dated 1770. $100 - 200

402Eight Hall and Sellers Colonial Currency NotesGrouping consists of: 1779 Forty-Dollar note; 1776 Six-Dollar note; 1779 Fifty-Five-Dollar note; 1773 Twenty-Shilling note; 1777 Six-Dollar note; 1775 Thirty-Shilling; 1776 Three-Dollar note; 1776 One-Dollar note. $300 - 500

403Three James Adams Delaware Colonial Currency NotesTwo Six-Shilling notes, 1776; one Ten-Shilling note, 1776. $200 - 400

404Group of Early American Currency NotesSix pieces of Colonial currency and two early Delaware notes.$100 - 300

405Group of Early American Currency NotesSeven pieces of Colonial currency: 1864 Confederate $20; 1860 Virginia $50; 1863 Alabama Fifty-cent note. $100 - 300

40618th Century Pocket Compass SundialPierre Le Maire. Paris. Engraved gilt brass octagonal basewith dial compass and folding hour ring. Reverse alsoengraved with latitudes for important landmarks.In leather bound case with liner.$700 - 900

40718th Century Pocket Compass SundialEngravedButterfieldAParis.Ornatehingedlatitudearcgraduated 40-60 degrees. Bird pointer and dial compass.Reverse engraved with latitudes for important landmarks.Inoriginalleather-coveredfittedcase.$500 - 700

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413Secret Service Reproduction PistolOffered by the United States Historical Society.Museum edition Colt 1848 Baby Dragoon .31-caliber black powder. With intricate hand engraving and 24 karat golddecoration. In velvet-lined case. Original retail price of $2,500.Pistol: 8-1/2” long.$700 - 900

414U.S. Cavalry Reproduction PistolOffered by the United States Historical Society. 1860 Army Colt black powder revolver. Original retail price of $1,250.Pistol 13” long.$500 - 700

415Robert E. Lee Reproduction PistolRobert E. Lee Reproduction pistol. Offered by the United States Historical Society. ‘51 Navy Colt black powder revolver. Original retail price of $1,900. 13” long.$600 - 800

416Buffalo Bill Reproduction PistolOffered by the United States Historical Society. ‘51 Army Colt .44-caliber black powder. Engraved with 24-karat gold. Original purchase price of $1,850.Pistol: 13-1/8” long.$600 - 800

417Andrew Jackson Reproduction PistolOfferedbytheUnitedStatesHistoricalSociety.Kentuckyflint-lock .45-caliber pistol. Original retail price of $1,900.14-1/2” long.$600 - 800

408German Automaton Bird in Cage German automaton bird-in-cage music box. Marked KG on base for Karl Griesbaum. 11-1/2” tall.$200 - 300

409Swiza Art Deco Travel ClockSwiss, 8 jewels. In hallmarked silver bound case. 4” x 4”$100 - 200

410Chinese Apothecary BoxHeavilycarvedwithdometopandfittedinteriorforthreebottles. 6-1/2” tall x 10” wide x 4” deep.$300 - 400

411Pair of Egyptian-Revival Andirons19th Century, France. Silvered bronze, featuring standingfiguresoverasteppedbasewithgildedwingedcreatures.17” tall x 8-1/2” wide x 8-1/2” deep.1,500 - 2,000

412Thomas Jefferson Reproduction TelescopeThomas Jefferson reproduction telescope,offered by the United States Historical Society.Original retail price of $2,200.19” tall x 41-3/4” long extended.$600 - 800

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418British Tower Flintlock Light Dragoon PistolLock marked “Tower” with crown. 15-1/2” long.$100 - 200

419Two Turkish Flintlock PistolsBoth with brass butt caps and etched markings to both barrels. Longer: 20-1/4” long.$200 - 500

420Antique Percussion PistolMarked “Taylor Reverly”. With folding bayonet. 8-3/4” long.$300 - 500

421Federal-style Decanter CaseMahogany. Hinged top reveals six hand-blown bottles. Case: 13-1/4” x 14-1/2” x 11-1/4”.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$300 - 500

426Schwinn “Fritz Fifty” Stingray BicycleCollections edition 50th Anniversary Stingray, production number 187/500.Production was limited to 500, and sold only through independent bicycle retailers.42” tall x 53” long.$400 - 600

Both with brass butt caps and etched markings to both barrels. Longer: 20-1/4” long.

Marked “Taylor Reverly”. With folding bayonet. 8-3/4” long.

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422Louis Vuitton Hard-side SuitcaseSerial number: 125921.20-1/2” tall x 31-3/4” wide x 8-3/4” deep.$600 - 800

423Louis Vuitton Steamer TrunkEarly 20th Century. Serial number: 745732.With liner and key.25-1/4” tall x 26” widex 25” deep.$5,000 - 7,000

424Louis Vuitton Garment BagClosed measurements: 24” tall x 24” wide x 10” deep.$400 - 600

425Louis Vuitton Soft-side Suitcase22” tall x 31” wide x 11” deep.$200 - 300

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427Chinese Huanghuali Wood Table31” tall x 29-1/2” wide x 29-1/2” deep.$2000 - 4000

429Empire Stenciled Chest of DrawersMahogany, with ebonized columns and mirror.71” tall x 37” wide x 23” deep.$600 - 900

428Painted Chinese CabinetWith twodoors,figureddecoration,andinteriorshelves.$100 - 200

430Painted French DresserTwo small over two large drawers; overall paint decoration.34” tall x 43” wide x 20” deep.$500 - 700

431Continental Marquetry-Inlaid Work TableWith three drawers. 30-1/4” tall x 20-1/2” wide x 12” deep.$200 - 400

432Jacobean Oak Drop-Leaf TableRectangular, with two rounded ends which form an oval top when raised. On turned legs; single drawer.28” tall x 36-3/4” long x 12-1/2” wide. Leaves: 16” wide.$200 - 300

433Antique Hanging Pewter Cupboard39” tall x 51” wide x 5” deep.$100 - 200

434Louis XV Provincial Walnut DeskCirca1800.Withfallfront,fittedinterior,secretcompartmentin writing surface, two-over-one long drawer, and star inlay. Raised on cabriole legs. 36” tall x 32” wide x 17” deep.$700 - 900

434AGeorgian Mahogany Double-Pedestal Writing DeskOn bracket feet.$300 - 500

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435Pair of Louis XV-Style Onyx LampsWith ormolu mounts. Base: 10” tall. Lamp: 23” tall$100 - 300

436Italian Carved Giltwood Mirror19th Century. 42” tall x 22” wide.$200 - 400

437Jacobean Style BenchNeedlepoint upholstery and carved oak frame.10” tall x 41-1/2” long x 11” deep.$100 - 200

438Jacobean Oak Hall ChairNeedlepoint upholstery. 51” tall x 26” wide x 24” deep.Seat height: 18” tall.$400 - 600

439French Writing DeskEarly 20th Century. With brass gallery, marble top,roll-front revealing interior drawers with slide outwriting surface. 46” tall x 15-1/2” wide x 13-1/2” deep.$300 - 500

440Empire Chest of Drawers19th Century. Flame mahogany with step backholding 2 half-drawers over a case with four drawers.44” tall x 43” wide x 20” deep.$300 - 500

441Federal Mahogany SetteeUpholstered. 33” tall x 57” wide x 27” deep.$200 - 400

442Empire SetteeUpholstered mahogany, with rolled arms andpaw feet. 36” tall x 54-1/2” wide x 21” deep.$300 - 500

443Continental Mirror19th century. 32-1/2” tall x 36” wide.$100 - 300

444Antique African Inlaid BoxWith iron handles and glove box interior.12-1/2” tall x 28” wide x 14” deep.$200 - 300

445Jacobean Oak Drop-Leaf Dining Room TableRectangular with two rounded ends that rise to form an oval surface. On turned base with single drawer.28” tall x 44” long x 20” wide. Leaves: 22” long.$300 - 500

446Seven English Oak Windsor Dining ChairsSet includes one arm chair and six brace-back side chairs.Arm chair: 40” tall x 22” wide x 17” deep.Side chairs: 35” tall x 14” wide x 17” deep.$400 - 600

447Jacobean Oak and Walnut Refectory TableHeavily carved apron and turned legs.31” tall x 77” wide x 22-3/4” deep.$700 - 900

448Continental Oak Library TableLate 19th century. Heavily carved with legs constructed of putti riding sea serpents. 30” tall x 50” wide x 36-1/2” deep.$1000 - 1200

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449Two Georgian Style Dining ChairsArmchair: 38-1/2” tall x 24” wide x 19” deep.Side chair: 38” tall x 21” wide x 18” deep.$200 - 400

450Pair of Louis XV FauteuilsFruitwood frames with period needlepoint upholstery.37” tall x 26” wide x 21-1/2” deep.$400 - 600

451Pair of Alabaster Urns20th Century. With bronze mounts and lion-mask ring handles.19” tall x 14” diameter.$300 - 500

452Gilded MirrorGilt wood and gilt metal with Decorative Arts Inc. label on back.53” tall x 21” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE. Acquired from the Hotel DuPont. $200 - 400

453Federal Mahogany Dressing TableWith lifttoprevealingfittedinteriorwithadjustablemirror.Casealso with three small over one long drawer. On tapered legs.31” tall x 28” wide x 20” deep.$400 - 600

454Three Queen Anne-style Side ChairsChinoiserie decoration, with caned seats and backs.42-1/2” tall x 19-1/2” wide x 17-1/2” deep.$300 - 600

455Queen Anne LowboyWalnut. With overhang top and three drawers.28-1/2” tall x 30” wide x 17-1/2” deep.$700 - 900

456English Sewing Stand19th Century. Ebonized with chinoiserie decoration and lift top.28-1/4” tall x 14” wide x 13-1/2” deep.$200 - 400

457New England Blanket ChestEarly 19th century. Pumpkin pine, with lift top and threedrawers. Original wooden pulls; bracket feet.40-1/2” tall x 33” wide x 18” deep.$500 - 700

458Painted Pine Bench Table19th Century. Retaining old salmon paint. Lift seat.29-1/2” tall x 36” wide x 23” deep.$400 - 600

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459Painted Pine Server20th Century. With stable and landscape decoration.30-3/4” tall x 43-1/2” wide x 19-3/4” deep.$200 - 300

460Federal Pembroke TableMahogany table with inlay on tapered legs. Single drawer.27” tall x 22” wide x 36-3/4” deep. Leaves: 11” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$300 - 500

461New England Queen Anne TableMaple drop-leaf with gate-leg. 29” tall x 17-1/2” widex 45-3/4” deep. Leaves: 19-1/2” wide.Provenance: From a prominent estate in historic New Castle, DE.$200 - 400

462Centennial Chippendale DeskMahoganyslantfront,withfittedinteriorandshellcarving.44” tall x 37-1/2” wide x 23” deep.$400 - 600

463Pennsylvania Chippendale Tea Table18th Century. With suppressed ball standard andball and claw feet. 28-3/4” tall x 32-1/2” wide.$500 - 700

464Federal Tambour DeskMahoganywithinlaidcaseandfittedinteriorbehindtambourdoors. Fold-over writing surface over two drawers.43-3/4” tall x 34-1/2” deep x 17-1/2” deep.$400 - 600

465Empire Mahogany Chest of DrawersCarved columns with two-over-three drawers.Original glass pulls. 44-1/4” tall x 45” wide x 22” deep.$300 - 500

466Pennsylvania Mahogany Chippendale DeskSlantfront,withfittedinteriorandfourgraduateddrawers.45” tall x 40-1/2” wide x 24” wide.$400 - 600

467English Mahogany Bookcase19th Century. With ebonized inlay. Graduated shelves over a six-drawer base, on turned feet.52” tall x 42-1/2” wide x 13-3/4” deep.$800 - 1,000

468Five-piece French Living Room SuiteLouis XV-style. In carved walnut frames with striped upholstery.Settee: 40” tall x 52” wide x 22” deep.Chairs: 37” tall x 18” wide x 18” deep.$500 - 700

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469Dutch Hanging Cupboard18th Century. With glass doors and scalloped shelves,and retaining an old, interior painted surface.30-3/4” tall x 34” widex 12” deep.$1,000 - 1,500

470Dutch Hanging Cupboard18th Century. With glass doors and two scalloped shelves. Recently lighted. 33-1/4” tallx 37” wide x 10” deep.$750 - 1,000

471Nuts and Bolts CabinetRevolving nuts and boltscabinet with label for“The American Bolt and Screw Case Co.” manufacturer.With 96 triangular drawerson a revolving base.42” tall x 25” wide.$600 - 900

472Victorian Oak Cash Drawer CabinetWith fourfittedcashdrawersoverafourflat-filedrawerbaseand cabinet. Finished back and sides.45” tall x 29” wide x 21” deep.$500 - 700

473Paint-Decorated Miniature Blanket ChestSigned “Robert Enders”.8” tall x 14” wide x 7” deep.$100 - 200

474Wrought Iron and Delft Tile-top Table8 tiles decorated with a Dutch harbor scene.14” tall x 26” wide x 14” deep.$100 - 300

475Vienna Regulator ClockLate 19th Century. Single weight driven.65” tall x 16” wide.$600 - 800

476Set of Twelve Chippendale-style Dining ChairsMaitland Smith. Elaborately carved frames with silkupholstered seats. 2 arm chairs: 40” tall x 26” wide x 19” deep. Ten side chairs: 40” tall x 24-1/2” wide x 17-1/2” deep.$1,000 - 2,000

477Hepplewhite-Style SideboardBaker Furniture from theHistoric Charleston Collection.Bow front mahogany with maple inlays. 38” tallx 67-1/2” wide x 26” deep.$700 - 900

478Sheraton-style Dining TableBaker Furniture from theHistoric Charleston Collection.Double pedestal mahogany table with maple inlays.28-3/4” tall x 46” widex 70” long. Extends to 124”

with three leaves. $500 - 700

479Theodore Alexander Canopy BedFrom the Althorp Living History Collection, a replica ofPrincess Diana’s bed. King Size.$1,500 - 2,000

480Chippendale-style Tilt-top Tea TableBaker Furniture from the Historic Charleston Collection.Pie crust top, bird cage support, on ball and claw feet.29-3/4” tall x 33-1/2” diameter.$200 - 400

481Chippendale Style Library ChairKindel Furniture Co, Grand Rapids, MI. Mahogany framewith silk upholstery.40” tall x 31” wide x 28” deep.$300 - 500

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482Georgian-style Wall Mirror20th Century. With beveled-glass mirrored frame andPrinceofWales-stylefinial.67”tallx40”wide.$400 - 700

483Stickley Mahogany Secretary DeskChippendale style mahogany, with broken pediment top. Lighted display cabinet with two glass shelves, over a case holdingafallfrontdeskwithfittedinteriorandtwo-over-threedrawer arrangement. 91” tall x 38” wide x 19-1/2” deep.$1,000 - 1,200

484Kindel Upholstered SofaCrescent shape with channeled back. Silk upholstery.32” tall x 80” long x 36” deep.$400 - 600

485Custom Upholstery GroupingSet to include a tufted back armchair, tufted bench, full-size headboard, and waste-paper basket, all in red toileupholstery. Lot also includes assorted curtains and bed linens (not pictured).$500 - 700

486Eight Stickley Chippendale-style Dining ChairsMahogany chair frames with silk upholstery, on ball and claw feet. Two arm chairs: 41” tall x 28” wide x 23” deep.Six side chairs: 41” tall x 23” wide x 22” deep.$1,000 - 1,200

487Stickley Dining Room TableMahogany, with clipped corners and carved pedestal base. Four self-storing leaves. 30” tall x 17” longx 46” wide. Leaves: 12” wide.$800 - 1,200

488Stickley Breakfront/China CabinetMahogany. With glass-shelved display cabinet top,over a cabinet base with drawers. 88” tall x 67” widex 18” deep.$1,000 - 1,500

489Hancock and Moore Leather Chair and OttomanTan leather reclining lounge chair with matchingottoman. Chair 33: tall x 34” wide x 39” deep.$800 - 1,000

490Designer Coffee TableWith gilt metal scrolled and rope-decorated base and circular glass top. 18-3/4” tall x 46-1/4” diameter.

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491Louis XV-style Designer MirrorLa Barge. Italian. 36” tall x 45” wide.$100 - 200

492Ten Chippendale-style Dining ChairsMahogany. Saybolt-Cleland, Philadelphia PA.Two Armchairs: 37-3/4” tall x 23” widex 19” deep. Eight side chairs: 36-1/2” tallx 22” wide x 18” deep.$700 - 1,000

493Federal Style Dining TableMahogany, double-pedestal base.Saybolt-Cleland. 19” tall x 72” longx 51” wide. Two 24” wide leaves.$600 - 800

494French Metal WashstandWith lift top revealing green tile basin with mirror. On casters.34” tall x 19” wide x 12-1/2” wide.$200 - 300

495Two 19th Century Oak WindowsWith ornate panels. 41” tall x 23” wide.$200 - 300

496Four 19th Century Oak WindowsWith ornate panels and beveled-glass centers.44” tall x 23” wide.$200 - 400

497Three 19th Century Oak WindowsWith ornate panels and beveled-glass centers. 44” tallx 25-1/2” wide.$200 - 300

498J.J. Ducel and Fils Cast Iron Garden FountainFrench, 19th Century.With pineapplefinialand lion mask spout. Marked with foundry stamp on base.49-1/2” tall.$1,500 - 2,000

499Edward Wormley Sheaf of Wheat TableDunbar, circa 1950s. With travertine top on a mahogany,brass-bound base. Paper Philadelphia retailer tag.25” tall x 27” diameter.$600 - 800

500Pair of Thonet Arm ChairsWith black painted molded wood frames and cream vinylupholstery. 31” tall x 21” wide x 21” deep.$100 - 300

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501Two Knoll Barcelona OttomansMies Van Der Rohe/Knoll International. Tan leather cushions and support straps, steel frames. Knoll International upholstery tags. 15” tall x 24” wide x 23” deep.$300 - 500

502Two Karl Springer (Attrib.)OttomansTwo poufs with striped upholstery and chrome bases,on casters. 16” tall x 25” wide x 25” deep.$500 - 700

503Six Karl Springer (Attrib.) Dining ChairsJMF. Parchment over paper. Unmarked.35-1/2” tall x 18” wide x 21” deep.$1,500 - 2,000

504Karl Springer (Attrib.) Dining TableLaquered parchment over wood, on two semi-circle pedestal bases. 30” tall x 72” long x 48” wide. 3 20” wide leaves.$800 - 1,200

505Coffee Table in the Style of Karl SpringerWith tessellated bone inset and scrolled design.15-3/4” tall x 60” wide x 36” deep.$400 - 600

506Two Paul Mayen for Habitat LampsTwo multi-light lamps with arcylic shades.Habitat, NY tags. 22 1/4” tall x 12” diameter.$100 - 200

507Six Kagan-style Dining ChairsCubist form with steel bases. Custom ordered froma fabricator who worked with Vladimir Kagan.Unsigned. 30” tall x 19” wide x 24” deep.$1,500 - 2,000

508Four Kagan-style Dining ChairsCirca 1970s. Cubist form with steel bases. Custom ordered from a fabricator who worked with Vladimir Kagam. Unsigned. 30” tall x 19” wide x 24” deep.$1,000 - 1,500

509John Stuart Teak CredenzaWith tambourdoors.Interiorwithsixshelvesflankedbyopenshelves. “John Stuart” tag in drawer.34-1/4” tall x 71” wide x 19” deep.$600 - 800

510Danish Teak CredenzaFalster. Four drawers on either side of a tambour cabinet with interior drawers. 32” tall x 75” wide x 19” deep.$500 - 700

511Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair and OttomanArne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Red upholstered fabric; unmarked. Includes 1963 paperwork for original purchase from Illums Bolighus, Denmark. Chair: 42” tall x 34” wide x 29” deep. Ottoman: 17” tall x 21” wide x 15” deep.$1,000 - 1,500

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512Finn Juhl ChairModel NV-53. Teak frame with tan upholstery.Unmarked. Includes 1964 paperwork for originalpurchase from Illums Bolighus, Denmark.29” tall x 27” wide x 26” deep.$600 - 800

513Four Salterini Wrought Iron ChairsUpholstered seats. 33” tall x 19-1/2” widex 17-1/2” deep.$200 - 400

514Maitland Smith Decorator MirrorModern design hand-painted frame with beveledmirror. Mark on back. 54” tall x 29” wide.$300 - 500

515Italian Giltwood Sunburst Mirror32” diameter.$200 - 400

516Modern-design Three Ball LampGlass ball shades in a black-painted wood frame.42” tall x 12” wide.$100 - 300

517Michael Barkin SculptureCarved stone “Prophet” sculpture. Signed “Bark”on back. 25” long x 10” wide.$400 - 600

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518Ostrich Egg SculptureFeaturing a standing metal ostrich sculpture with a body constructed of an ostrich egg, standing on an oval metal base. Unsigned. 25” tall x 24” long x 16” wide.$500 - 700

519Remo Saraceni Cloud Wall LightAcrylic, 1980s. Remo Saraceni is best knownfor inventing the “walking piano”. 31” tall x 33” wide.$400 - 600

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520Erte SerigraphDepicting and exotic, stylized Art Deco woman with green bot-tle. Signed lower right “Erte” and numbered 164/275. Framed.Image: 40” tall x 28” wide.$200 - 400

521Erte SerigraphDepicting an Art Deco woman smoking a cigarillo. Signed lower right “Erte” and numbered. Framed under plexiglass.Image:37” tall x 21-1/4” wide.$200 - 400

522Erte SerigraphDepicting a woman walking her dog. Signed lower right “Erte” and numbered. Framed under plexiglass.Image: 21-1/2” tall x 17” wide.No visible damage. Not examined out of frame.$150 - 300

523Four Walter Schnackenberg PrintsCirca 1920. From the Ballet and Pantomime portfolio. All framed under glass.Largest image: 11-1/4” tall x 6-3/4” wide.$600 - 900

524Two Jose Luis Cuevas LithographsJose Luis Ceuvas (Mexico, 1934-). Two lithographs on Arches paper.Thefirsttitled“ToOctavioPaz”,withapparentremarkdrawing lower right. The second titled “To Bertha”. Both pencil signed and dated 71, series 68/100. Framed under glass.Each Image: 30-1/4” tall x 22-1/2” wide.$200 - 400

525Two Jose Luis Cuevas LithographsJose Luis Ceuvas (Mexico, 1934-). Two lithographs on Arches paper.Thefirsttitled“aFernandoBenitez”.Thesecondun-titled. Both pencil signed and dated 71, series 68/100. Framed under glassEach Image: 22-1/2” tall x 30-1/4” wide.$200 - 400

526Two Paul Wunderlich LithographsPaul Wunderlich (German 1927-2010). Two lithographs of nudefigures.Bothpencilsigned.Thefirstnumbered63/75.The second numbered 30/70. Framed under glass.Images: 19-1/2” tall x 25” wide.$200 - 400

527Abstract Oil on CanvasUrban landscape. Signed lower right “O.C. ‘54”.22” tall x 30-1/4” wide.$100 - 200

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528Charles Levier, PortraitCharles Levier (American 1920-2003). Oil on canvas, portrait ofaseatedfigurewithbird.Signedlowerright“Levier”.50” tall x 32-1/2” wide.$1,000 - 1,200

529Charles Levier, Still LifeCharles Levier. Oil on canvas. Still life titled “Fleurs Saurages III 1961”. Signed lower right “Levier” and on back.40” tall x 30” wide.$1,000 - 1,200

530Charles Levier, Harbor Scene with BoatsCharles Levier. Oil on canvas. Harbor scene with beached boats. Signed lower right “Levier”.24” tall x 30” wide.$800 - 1,000

531Francesco Clemente, Woodblock PrintFrancesco Clemente (Italian 1952- Present). Woodblock print. Untitled, dated 1984. Signed lower right and numbered 141/200. Image: 14” tall 20” wide.$1,000 -1,500

532Abstract Oil on BoardAbstract oil on board depicting four standing monks.Initialed upper right “R.P.S.” 20” tall x 20” wide.$200 - 300

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