- OMERSA LEATHER LION FOOTSTOOL Omersa,
OMERSA LEATHER LION FOOTSTOOL Omersa, after Dmitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch, brown leather footstool in the form of a standing lion with applied mane, apparently unmarked. Provenance: From the Private Collection of Sherwood Preece, Atlanta, Georgia. Approximate dimensions: h. 17.75", w. 21", d. 6.5".
- ABERCROMBIE & FITCH STYLE LEATHER RHINOCEROS
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH STYLE LEATHER RHINOCEROS Manner of Abercrombie and Fitch brown leather footstool in the form of a standing rhinoceros, apparently unmarked. Provenance: From the Estate of William A. Martin, Atlanta, Georgia. Approximate dimensions: h. 12", w. 25.5", d. 6.5".
- DIMITRI OMERSA FOR ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH,
DIMITRI OMERSA FOR ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH, LEATHER RHINOCEROS FOOTSTOOL Made in England, circa 1960s, pieced and stitched aged leather, rolled leather eyes, copper capped feet, unmarked
- DUMOULIN BELGIUM 7MM REM MAG RIFLE,
DUMOULIN BELGIUM 7MM REM MAG RIFLE, ZEISS SCOPEH. Dumoulin et Fils, Belgium for Abercrombie and Fitch
7mm Rem. Magnum rifle, bolt action, engine turned bolt, 24" barrel, checkered walnut stock with cheekpiece, recoil pad, mounted Zeiss Diavari-C 3-9x36, SN 13XXX *REQUIRES FFL TRANSFER*
- A LEATHER DOG AND A LEATHER RHINOCEROS.
A LEATHER DOG AND A LEATHER RHINOCEROS. After Abercrombie and Fitch marked made in England and Ancol on collar. From a Westchester, NY home. Dimensions: 21" x 36" & 24" x 12" Condition: Good.
- ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH STUFFED LEATHER
ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH STUFFED LEATHER BULLDOG STOOL18 1/2 x 25 1/2 x 10 in.
Condition
In generally good condition, Scattered scratches and wear. Small puncture to the back. Charming.
Notwithstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- ROLAND H. CLARK (1874-1957)Black Ducks
signed
ROLAND H. CLARK (1874-1957)Black Ducks
signed "Roland Clark" lower right
oil on canvas, 20 by 24 in.
titled on Abercrombie and Fitch label on back
Roland Clark was known as a premier waterfowl painter. He was born in New Rochelle, New York, and studied at the Art Students League in Manhattan. After living in the Tidewater region of Virginia for several years, where he was able to enjoy hunting and other outdoor pursuits, Clark returned to New York City and devoted himself to painting and illustrating full-time.
Beginning in 1937, the Derrydale Press reproduced two of Clark’s watercolors of wildfowl every year in limited edition prints. In addition, he submitted illustrations to “Ducks Unlimited,” a booklet that was published by the More Game Birds in America Foundation. In 1938 one of Clark’s images of pintail ducks was chosen as the fifth Federal Duck Stamp design. Clark’s devotion to and execution of waterfowl subjects places him among the elite depicting the genre.
Provenance: Private Collection, Texas
- "WHITE MALLARD CLUB" PINCH-BREAST PINTAILThe
"WHITE MALLARD CLUB" PINCH-BREAST PINTAILThe Ward Brothers
Lemuel T. (1896-1984) and Stephen (1895-1976)
Crisfield, MD, c. 1932
18 3/4 in. long
“The Ward Brothers made pintails early on in their craft and they were made in a variety of designs and forms… There is no finer work done in decoys than that which is exhibited in the 1932 Pinched Breast Pintails, or the 1936 Classic Pintails.”
— Ronald Gard and Brian McGrath, "Ward Brothers’ Decoys", 1989
The Ward Brothers captured the likeness of species in their carvings as well as any decoy makers in history, and their White Mallard Gun Club rig of pinch-breast pintails are among their pinnacle works.
A rigmate is featured as the cover lot of Session IV of the "Very Rare and Important American Bird Decoys from the Collection of the late William J. Mackey Jr. of Belford, New Jersey." In the catalog, it was described as "one of the finest and best preserved examples of the Ward Brothers...one of the best Ward decoys ever made." Famed singer Andy Williams excited auction goers with his acquisition of that bird.
Decoys from this rig were hunted on the White Mallard Club’s freshwater marshes of the Butte Sink in California’s Sacramento Valley. In describing the White Mallard birds, Ward authorities Gard and McGrath state, “The design is considered the best in Ward pintails…” and further note that “the pintail was Lem Ward’s favorite bird and he shows this preference in the painting of his pintails.” Indeed, the lively and textured stippling on the sides and back of the drake is as good as seen on any decoy. The authors point out that “These decoys were originally bought from Abercrombie and Fitch,” which helps to explain not only their refinement, but their transcontinental journey as well.
This rare and distinctive style is associated with the 1932 model-year, and is obviously named for an eponymous feature of Steve Ward’s articulated form. This decoy displays all of the qualities that have made this rig the Ward’s most sought after. More subtle details include the S-curve of the sharp ridge running from the tip of the tail to the hump in the back, and the high, turned head finished with a pronounced crown. Along with the O’Brien pinch-breast pintails which set the world record for any Ward lot at auction and the Mackey-Williams pair, this Keegan Collection decoy with its slightly turned head sits at the apex of the Ward portfolio. Marking the rig, the underside bears the White Mallard’s horseshoe-shape weight imprint.
Excellent original paint with even gunning wear, some touch-up to reset neck and to the fastener hole on the back of the head. Minor rub to tip of tail.
Provenance: White Mallard Gun Club, Butte Sink, California
Jim Keegan Collection
Thomas M. Evans Jr. Collection
Literature: Richard A. Bourne Co. Inc., "Rare American Decoys & Bird Carvings," Hyannis, MA, August 1986, cover and lot 39, Andy Williams rigmate pair illustrated.
Richard A. Bourne Co. Inc., "Very Rare and Important American Bird Decoys From the Collection of the late William J. Mackey Jr. of Belford, New Jersey," Hyannis, MA, Session IV, October 20, 1973, front cover and lot 283, Williams drake rigmate illustrated.
Ronald J. Gard and Brian J. McGrath, "Ward Brothers’ Decoys: A Collector’s Guide," Wolf City, TX, 1989, pp. 57-63, Williams rigmate pair illustrated.
Robert Shaw, "Bird Decoys of North America," New York, NY, 2010, p. 203, Ward brothers discussed.
Copley Fine Art Auctions, "The Donal C. O'Brien Jr. Collection of Important American Sporting Art and Decoys, Sessions III," Plymouth, MA, July 19, 2018, lot 33, rigmate pair illustrated.
- WILLIAM GOADBY LAWRENCE (1913-2002)Leaping
WILLIAM GOADBY LAWRENCE (1913-2002)Leaping Tarpon
signed "Wm. Goadby Lawrence" lower left
oil on canvas, 22 by 36 in.
William Goadby Lawrence was born in Rumson, New Jersey, in 1913. He attended the Art Students League in New York City and had his first show at the outfitters Abercrombie and Fitch. During World War II, he served as a combat artist and chief boatswain’s mate and experienced action in battles in North Africa and Japan.
After the war, Lawrence continued his artistic pursuits. His illustrations appeared in various magazines, including "Field and Stream." On February 28, 1942, the cover of "The Post" featured a marlin painting by Lawrence. His work was also published in Van Campen Heilner’s "Salt Water Fishing" and Bob Dunn and Peter Goadby’s "Saltwater Game Fishing of the World."
Lawrence’s paintings have been exhibited in the Library of Congress, the Museum of Natural History, and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Museum. Along with fellow fish painter, Stanley Meltzoff (1917-2006), Lawrence is considered one of the all-time masters of this genre.
Not only a top work by the artist, this large-scale oil represents one of the earliest and finest tarpon illustrations.
- LOUIS SZANTO & CHURCHILL ETTINGER ETCHINGS
LOUIS SZANTO & CHURCHILL ETTINGER ETCHINGS HUNTINGLouis Szanto (Hungary 1889-1965). Pencil signed lower right. Hunt scene etching, with hunter and retriever dogs. Discoloration throughout. Image size - 10 1/2" x 8 3/4", Framed 18 1/4" x 14 1/2".
Churchill Ettinger, pencil signed lower right, titled "Company Halt! ed 100". Label on back says " Original Etching by Churchill Ettinger, Signed Artist's Proof Edition Limited " sold by Abercrombie and Fitch Co, Sporting books, prints and paintings. Image 8 1/2" x 9 1/2", framed 15" x 16"
Scuffs and Marking on Frames.
- ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH HORSE RACE GAME
ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH HORSE RACE GAME JEU DE COURAbercrombie and Fitch, USA. Mechanical horse race game in the style of French "Jeu de Course" horse racing games, c. early 20th c. With copy of the original instruction sheet. Dimensions: Height w/cover: 6 1/2 in x width: 10 1/2 in x depth: 10 1/2 in. Height w/out cover: 5 1/2 in.
SKU: 01234
Condition:
Break to racing arches. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email lia@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.
- DIMITRI OMERSA FOR ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH
DIMITRI OMERSA FOR ABERCROMBIE AND FITCH LEATHER PIG OT...Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie and Fitch Leather Pig Ottoman, circa 1960, no tail, no eyes, various sections of loss to the leather.
Height 15 ½ in. Length 31 in.
Condition:
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.