- A Steamboat Pilot's Porcelain Occupational
A Steamboat Pilot's Porcelain Occupational Shaving Mug
Late 19th Century
bearing the name in J.G. Woods gilt lettering, depicting a gentleman steering a boat wheel reading American Brotherhood Steam Boat Pilots Harbor N.Y. inscribed Faith is a Living Power below painted decoration.underside marked T&V Limoges France.Height 3 5/8 inches.
The American Brotherhood of Steamboat Pilots, Harbor No. 1 was incorporated in New York on October 23, 1888, to promote welfare among pilots and establish higher standards of qualifications for licensure and proficiency among members. Dissatisfaction with preexisting steamboat inspection laws culminated in 1880 when a passenger steamer caught fire at a New York Harbor pier as a result of neglect of duty by the vessel's captain and engineer. The name of the organization was formally changed in 1900 to the American Association of Masters, Mates, and Pilots, to include all officers aboard.
Property from the Collection of James Carpenter, Montague, New Jersey
- American School late 19th/early 20th
American School late 19th/early 20th century, \"Steam Boat \"Gem\", unsigned, watercolor and pencil on paper, unframed, 15 x 18 in.
- LA GLORIETTE LIMOGES TRINKET BOXDESCRIPTION:
LA GLORIETTE LIMOGES TRINKET BOXDESCRIPTION: A La Gloriette Limoges boat shaped porcelain pill box. In the shape of a steam boat painted in red, white and black with gilded accents and finished with a gilded laurel clasp. Marked on the underside. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: France DIMENSIONS: H. 2.75" x W. 3.75" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
- NASHVILLE BATTLEFIELDS AND TN MAPTwo
NASHVILLE BATTLEFIELDS AND TN MAPTwo Tennessee related maps. 1st item: A NEW MAP OF TENNESSEE WITH ITS ROADS AND DISTANCES FROM PLACE TO PLACE ALONG THE STAGE AND STEAM BOAT ROUTES by H.P. Tanner, dated 1841, showing counties, canals, railroads and leading roads, along with a table of steamboat routes. Environs of Nashville and Knoxville in upper corners. Image 10 3/4" by 14 3/4". In plain wood frame, overall: 13 1/2' x 17 1/2". 2nd item: BATTLEFIELDS IN FRONT OF NASHVILLE WHERE THE UNITED STATES FORCES COMMANDED BY MAJOR GENERAL GEO. H. THOMAS DEFEATED AND ROUTED THE REBEL ARMY UNDER GENERAL HOOD DECEMBER 15TH AND 16TH 1864; 39th Cong. 1st Session Report of the Chief Engineer USA, Surveyed and drawn under the direction of Gen. Tower by M. Peseux. Legend with text detailing battle upper left. Lithographed map, late 19th century. Sight - 13" x 15 3/4", Overall - 13 3/4" x 17 3/8" in plain wood frame. Margins likely trimmed. Provenance: Collection of James and Marlin Phythyon (Sanders), Nashville, Tennessee. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Not examined out of frame. Tanner map has overall toning, 2 spot of foxing at border area, 1/2" margin tear at left margin. Left and right margins possibly trimmed. Civil War map has light stain upper center and small spot of light foxing upper left, legend area, margins likely trimmed.
- SURVEY OF THE CUMBERLAND RIVER, 1834
SURVEY OF THE CUMBERLAND RIVER, 1834 STEAMBOAT MAP"Survey of the Cumberland River from the Falls To Nashville with a View to the Removal of the Obstructions to Steam Boat Navigation Between Those Points", made under the direction of Howard Stansbury, U.S. Asst. Civ. Eng. by John P Baily and George O'Driscoll, U.S. Asst. Civ. Eng., printed by the Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 1834. Map of the Cumberland River from below Barboursville, Kentucky to the Great South Fork, near Nashville depicting the bends of the river bank, trees, and other points of interest. Title, lower right, Scale of Miles and other notations, top left. Housed in a contemporary metal frame. Sight - 22" H x 43 5/8" W. Framed - 29 1/4" H x 50 3/4" W. Early 19th century. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
Condition:
Creasing and light toning; scattered foxing to surface of map. Not examined out of frame.
- THE UNITED STATES: 1776-1846 AT ONE
THE UNITED STATES: 1776-1846 AT ONE VIEWThe United States: 1776-1846 At One View. New York: H. Phelps, 1846. Hand-colored lithograph of a variety of statistics related to the United States, including populations, canals, railroads, steam boat routes, mountains, and more. 22 x 30”. Light foxing and creasing particularly at margins. B.
- VINTAGE ARRAN HALF HULL MODELVintage
VINTAGE ARRAN HALF HULL MODELVintage carved and painted wood half hull model of the SF ARRAN side paddle steam boat. 41 x 9 inches.
- A REPUBLIC OF TEXAS MANUSCRIPT, SAM
A REPUBLIC OF TEXAS MANUSCRIPT, SAM HOUSTON, SIGNED, GI...A REPUBLIC OF TEXAS MANUSCRIPT, SAM HOUSTON, SIGNED, GIFTS THE SPUR OF SANTA ANA LOST IN THE BATTLE OF SAN JACINTO TO DOCTOR, JUNE 7, 1836, hand-inscribed ink on paper, from "Gen. Sam Houston, President of Texas," his location in New Orleans, Louisiana, he writes on the eve of his return to Texas, to Dr. Carr, of Assumption, Louisiana, "Dear Sir, Specifically to the request of a friend. I present you with a Mexican Spur taken from Genl. Santa Anna in the Battle of San Jacinto on the 21st April last - As you are an amateur of curiosities, this may be considered an addition to your collection and as such please take care of it until applied for, Very respectfully yours truly, Sam Houston," the return address on the exterior of the letter, "Genl. Sam Houston, President of Texas, N. Orleans 7th June - 1836 - Accompanied by one of the spur's of Santa Anna.," the interior with a note by Dr. Carr, "On the day of the date of this letter Genl. Houston left New Orleans on his return to Texas by the way of Red River in the Steam Boat Caspian at 5 o'clock P.M., S. Ino. Carr." 10" x 16" Note: The date of this letter predates Sam Houston's election as President of the Republic of Texas, which occurred on October 22, 1836. The present manuscript dated June 7th, 1836 signals the reader to consider that Sam Houston personally titled himself "President of Texas." Sam Houston was already the Commander and Chief of the Texian Army by this time. David G. Burnet, Interim President of Texas, was unfavored by Texans after the capture of General Santa Anna and the battle of San Jacinto, because he refused to execute the Mexican General, leaving the interim president overruled by the popular Houston. The resignation of Burnet anticipated by Houston is apparent herein. Sam Houston was injured during the battle of San Jacinto and as a result, was treated for his injuries in New Orleans at William Christy's home in New Orleans. The note inscribed by the doctor on the interior of the correspondence reveals that Sam Houston was returning to Texas by way of the Red River on the side wheel Steamboat Caspian, by 5 pm that evening. Provenance: Estate of Dr. Paul E. Schutts, Houston, Texas.
Condition:
Some mild tone and small tears, support added at crease partially covering return addressee name, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
- ENGLISH SCHOOL, 19TH C., STEAM BOAT
ENGLISH SCHOOL, 19TH C., STEAM BOAT IN A RIVER, UNSIGNE...English School, 19th C., steam boat in a river, unsigned, relined, 9 1/2" x 21 1/4".
Condition:
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- 3 EARLY STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHSThree late
3 EARLY STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHSThree late 19th and early 20th century original photos of Florida passenger steam boats. Largest is framed out to 12" x 14-3/4".
- METAMORA, LUCAS LINE STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHEarly
METAMORA, LUCAS LINE STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHEarly 1900s photos of the passenger steam boat Metamora from Palatka, Florida. Image measures 8" x 10", framed to 13" x 15". Excellent condition.
- 2 LUCAS LINE STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHSTwo
2 LUCAS LINE STEAMBOAT PHOTOGRAPHSTwo early 1900s photos of the passenger steam boat Metamora from Palatka, Florida. Larger photo in 9-1/2 x 11-1/2" frame.