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Lot# 27

Art Nouveau Majolica Figural Centerpiece

Pink Calla Lily and foliate motif throughout, with seated female figure to the body.
7264 incised to the underside.
Approximate dimensions: 18 high x 15 3/4 inches diameter..
Condition: Several minor chips to edges. Light crazing and stress cracks. Crack to one foot underside.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Art Nouveau Majolica Figural Centerpiece

Lot# 27

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 35

Barr Flight Barr Worcester Porcelain Snake Handle Urn

Worcester, England.
1804-1813.
The body painted in grey, black and white with faux marble effect, with gilt snake form handles and faux white pearls to rim. The center front depicting a finely painted scene of Tunbridge Castle Kent, on waisted and faux pearl ankle, on flat, squared base.
Tunbridge Castle/ Kent /Barr, Flight Barr Worcester/Manuf to their Majesties / Prince of Wales Royal Family in iron red ink script to underside.
Approximate dimensions: 5 1/2 high x 5 1/2 inches diameter..
Condition: Both sets of snake handles have been broken and glued, with over-painted gilding. On one side, the damage is less severe, and the restoration better. On the other side, restoration, albeit professional, is of moderate proficiency. Minor gilding wear, scratches to surfaces. The foot of the urn, has two areas with black kiln-speckling: front right, and rear left.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Lot# 38

Two St Cloud Soft Paste Porcelain Pot Pourri Vases

St Cloud, France
Circa 1740.
Modeled identically, both of gourd form tapering to scalloped lower bodies, the shoulders pierced in diamonds and circles forming patterns, and with applied flower heads. Vases molded assymetrically over the rock work bases, with applied flower heads. Modeled in the white. Both vases with applied gilt bronze collars to necks.
Not marked.
Approximate dimensions: 7 H. x 5 W. x 5 D..
Condition: Good to moderate overall condition. One vase broke off from the rockwork base, and reglued. The flower petals and flowerheads applied to the shoulders of the vases and to the rockwork bases are substantially chipped, absent, etc. Various glaze blow outs ie drak black spots.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 48

Two Framed Southern Indian Paintings on Cloth

Each depicting male elephant riders each with three additional figures on foot, jungle background, black ground, the scene framed with gilt and white border.
Approximate dimensions: Painting openings: 17 3/8 high x 12 1/2 inches wide, frames 22 high x 18 inches wide..
Condition: Minor wear and paint loss to paintings. Frames with some wear.

Estimate: $250 - $350

Two Framed Southern Indian Paintings on Cloth

Lot# 48

Estimate: $250 - $350

Lot# 51

Two Framed Persian Miniatures, Paintings on Paper

Comprising painting with various birds, including pair of ducks in a panel with script above and painting with standing female figure holding a small bowl towards a plant, a man crouched at her feet embracing her legs, on black ground.
Approximate dimensions: Bird painting 10 5/8 high x 6 3/4 inches wide, frame 14 3/4 high x 10 7/8 inches wide, couple painting 12 1/2 high x 8 3/4 inches wide, frame 19 high x 15 inches wide..
Condition: Very light wear to paintings, minor wear to frames.

Estimate: $150 - $250

Lot# 52

Indo Persian Framed Painting on Paper

Depicts a recumbent man with six female attendants, with three female figures in palace to background.
Approximate dimensions: Painting opening 10 7/8 high x 7 7/8 inches wide, frame 20 1/4 high x 15 1/4 inches wide..
Condition: Some cracking and loss to gilt enamel. 2 1/4 tear to the bottom. Other minor paint loss and wear. The glass interior needs cleaning.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Indo Persian Framed Painting on Paper

Lot# 52

Estimate: $300 - $400

Lot# 61

Two 17th Century Unframed Maps: Blair and Jansson

One map titled WALACHIA, SERVIA, BVLGARIA, ROMANIA with Blair c 1650 in pencil to corner the other titled Patriae antiquae INTER IULY et CAROLI MAGNI caefarum Roma norum Tempora Descriptio with Janssen 1686 in pencil to corner the reverse sides with French script.
Approximate dimensions: 24 wide x 20 inches high..
Condition: Some wear throughout including tears to edges and folding seams. Some discoloration and staining.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 64

Painted Wood and Low Relief Harley Davidson Sign

The painted sign with applied carved motorcycle.
Approximate dimensions: 23 3/4 high x 32 inches wide..
Condition: Minor wear and paint loss throughout. Potential repairs to cracks at the base of the arched top.

Estimate: $150 - $250

Lot# 68

Selmer Alto Engraved Trombone in Case

Trombone body, slide, and moutpiece in case the trombone body engraved with floral design.
Engraved with U SELMER S / REG U.S. PAT. OFF. H.A. SELMER INC / ELKHART INDIANA the slide with U.S. PAT. 1782452.
Approximate dimensions when assembled: 45 3/4 inches long..
Condition: Some patina and surface wear throughout. Minor loss to brass plating in several areas. Wear to case.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Selmer Alto Engraved Trombone in Case

Lot# 68

Estimate: $400 - $600

Lot# 74

Hartmann Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock

White enamel dial with blue Roman numeral hour markings and black Arabic numeral minute markings, the gilt bronze case hung with laurel swags, and face below the dial emitting a foliate spray with pendulum.
HARTMANN ...RLOGER DU ROI BERLIN / 3838 to the movement.
Approximate dimensions: 22 high x 21 1/2 wide x 5 inches deep..
Condition: Working order is not guaranteed. Some minor rubbing and patina to the case. Dial with light wear around winder holes. Repair to bell-striking hammer.

Estimate: $500 - $800

Lot# 76

Mahal Boteh Carpet

The boteh motif on red ground, multi-tiered border woven in red, cream, blues, green, and brown.
Approximate dimensions: 16 feet 9 inches x 10 feet..
Condition: Loss to fringe with minor fraying to ends and edges. Some wear and fading to pile, noticeably in the middle but present throughout.

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

Mahal Boteh Carpet

Lot# 76

Estimate: $1000 - $1500

Lot# 77

Kerman Style Carpet

Central medallion on cream ground, beige spandrels, light red main border with three-tier inner and outer guards foral motif throughout, woven in red, green, pink, cream, blues, beige,orange.
Approximate dimensions: 12 feet 10 inches x 9 feet 1 inch..
Condition: Several small spot stains to cream ground. Light fraying to edges. Light wear overall.

Estimate: $1200 - $1800

Kerman Style Carpet

Lot# 77

Estimate: $1200 - $1800

Lot# 80

Caucasian Lori Pambak Rug

Row of four central medallions on dark blue ground, red main border, blue inner and outer borders geometric motif throughout woven in greens, reds, blues, yellow, cream, brown, orange, purple.
Approximate dimensions: 6 feet 6 inches x 4 feet 2 inches..
Condition: Some wear throughout. Loss to fringe. Some fraying to ends and edges. Minor repairs.

Estimate: $200 - $300

Caucasian Lori Pambak Rug

Lot# 80

Estimate: $200 - $300

Lot# 83

Kerman Style Carpet

Central medallion on red ground, dark blue main border floral motif throughout woven in reds, blues, orange, green, cream, brown.
Approximate dimensions: 17 feet 2 inches x 10 feet 2 inches..
Condition: Some pile loss and fading throughout. Some moth damage to edge and corner. Small spot stains. Staining to fringe.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Kerman Style Carpet

Lot# 83

Estimate: $400 - $600

Lot# 85

Empire Style Twelve Light Chandelier

The black metal frames with gilt metal accents four tiers, hung with crystal lusters.
Approximate dimensions: 33 high x 33 1/2 inches diameter..
Condition: Working order is not guaranteed. Several losses to lusters.

Estimate: $1500 - $2500

Empire Style Twelve Light Chandelier

Lot# 85

Estimate: $1500 - $2500

Lot# 89

Louis XVI Baccarat Crystal Style Eight Light Chandelier

The frame accented with glass bead trim, hung with strands and lusters, the lights with small shades.
Approximate dimensions: 35 high x 24 inches diameter..
Condition: Working order is not guaranteed. One arm is loose. Minor loss to strands and lusters.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Lot# 90

18th Century English Secretary Bookcase

Glazed door top section, the crown with dentil moulding the slant front base concealing small drawers and niches, four graduated drawers with brass pulls, bracket feet.
Approximate dimensions: 85 high x 44 wide x 23 1/4 inches deep..
Condition: Overall wear is better than average for a piece this age. The top is drilled with small holes indicating loss to finials. Some repair and restoration. Current crack to rear foot with partial repair.

Estimate: $300 - $500

18th Century English Secretary Bookcase

Lot# 90

Estimate: $300 - $500

Lot# 91

Georgian Style Camel Back Sofa

Carved frame with acorn motif, claw and ball feet, green brocade upholstery.
Approximate dimensions: 37 high x 84 wide x 34 inches deep..

Condition: Some surface wear throughout includes scuffs. Crack to one arm. Light evidence of previous insect damage.

Estimate: $500 - $1000

Georgian Style Camel Back Sofa

Lot# 91

Estimate: $500 - $1000

Lot# 93

George III Style Mahogany Parcel Gilt Mirror

Mahogany frame with parcel gilt carvings, eagle carved crown.
Approximate dimensions: 45 high x 21 1/2 inches wide..
Condition: Some wear and rubbing to gilt. Crack to eagle neck with partial repair. Some streaks to mirror.

Estimate: $200 - $300

George III Style Mahogany Parcel Gilt Mirror

Lot# 93

Estimate: $200 - $300

Lot# 95

18th Century English Oak Tall Case Clock

Arched top bonnet, engaged columns flanking the dial with parcel gilt trim the silver metal dial within brass surround with applied gilt metal decoration oak case with bracket feet leater green felt to back and interior with two weights, lacking pendulum.
Plaque above dial inscribed with Thos. Horlock Hammersmith 1756.
Approximate dimensions: 86 1/2 high x 16 1/2 wide x 9 inches deep..
Condition: Working order is not guaranteed. Vertical cracks to side of case and base, one with repair. Additional repair and restoration.. Evidence of previous insect damage. Surface wear is good considering age.

Estimate: $600 - $900

18th Century English Oak Tall Case Clock

Lot# 95

Estimate: $600 - $900

Lot# 97

Pair of Hickory White Louis XV Style Bergeres

The frame with parcel gilt and ebonized trim, light brown upholstered seat, back, and arm cushion floral chinoiserie brocade on brown upholstery to back, outer sides, and below the cushion.
HICKORY WHITE labels beneath seat cushions.
Approximate dimensions: 48 1/2 high x 34 wide x 38 inches deep..
Condition: Light wear overall. Faux patina and insect damage. Minor fraying and loose threads to upholstery.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Pair of Hickory White Louis XV Style Bergeres

Lot# 97

Estimate: $300 - $400

Lot# 100

Louis XV I. Gourdin Giltwood Fauteuil

18th century.
(Jean-Baptiste Gourdin, 1723-1781) the carved giltwood frame with silk floral branch brocade upholstery.
I. GOVRDIN impressed to rear rail underside.
Approximate dimensions: 37 1/2 high x 29 wide x 28 inches deep..
Condition: Significant wear and patina to gilt finish. Some repair and restoration throughout, mainly evident to the base. Light wear to upholstery.

Estimate: $800 - $1200

Louis XV I. Gourdin Giltwood Fauteuil

Lot# 100

Estimate: $800 - $1200

Lot# 102

Louis XIV Giltwood Fauteuil

Carved giltwood frame, red voided velvet upholstery.
Approximate dimensions: 41 high x 27 wide x 30 inches deep..
Condition: Significant surface wear and patina throughout, some chips to edges. Minor wear to upholstery. Some repair and restoration evident to the underside.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Louis XIV Giltwood Fauteuil

Lot# 102

Estimate: $400 - $600

Lot# 105

18th Century German or Dutch Painted Hanging Cabinet

Single door concealing shelf, small drawer beneath, iron mounts green painted body with floral painted decoration iron hook to the back.
Approximate dimensions: 28 high x 25 wide x 12 inches deep..
Condition: Some surface wear throughout including fading and loss to paint. Minor chips to moulding.

Estimate: $150 - $200

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