- John Hunt, Farmington, CT Empire mahogany
John Hunt, Farmington, CT Empire mahogany mantel clock with 8-day works.
35"h x 17"w
Condition: No feet, columns re-gilded, wear consistent with age. NOTE: WAI does not guarantee clocks to be complete or in working order.
- PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND PAPER MEMORIALProvidence,
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND PAPER MEMORIALProvidence, Rhode Island watercolor and ink on paper memorial for Mrs. Bethiah Armington who died in 1835 , 15 1/2" x 19 3/4".
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Condition:
Random losses /abrasions.
- CHARLES II ROYAL PORTRAIT DELFTWARE
CHARLES II ROYAL PORTRAIT DELFTWARE CHARGERBritish, 17th century, in underglaze decoration of King Charles II on horseback in garden landscape, 2 x 12-3/4 in. diameter
Provenance: Louis Gautier Collection; Lillian Cogan, Farmington, Connecticut, January 1978; Skinner Auctions, Marlborough, Massachusetts, Sale 3278M August 11, 2019 lot 155 (label), sold for $5,228; Private Collection
Condition:
anomalies, glaze voids, crazing, chipping and loss, notably at rim, surface accretion and discoloration, repair and retouch to right side of plate (see blacklight)
- FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT TYPED LETTER SIGNED
FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT TYPED LETTER SIGNED 1935 Franklin D. Roosevelt typed letter signed on White House letterhead, dated June 12, 1935, addressed to Thomas Hewes, Esq. of Farmington, Connecticut, accompanied by portrait engraving of Roosevelt. Letter sight size: 8.5" H x 6.5" W; frame: 13" H x 16" W x .75" D.
- THEODORE B. STARR REPOUSSE THERMOMETERStamped
THEODORE B. STARR REPOUSSE THERMOMETERStamped mark to face, the side of the repousse stamped 'ARMINGTON AB METAL CO PATENT APPLIED FOR'.
22 1/2 X 11 1/2 (frame).
Condition
Minor wear, oxidation and some bruises overall. The compass with greater wear and staining, also repaired. One clock with a very faded face. Otherwise in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold ""as is"" in accordance with our conditions of sale.
- AARON DRAPER SHATTUCK, ROCKY RIVER,
AARON DRAPER SHATTUCK, ROCKY RIVER, OIL, 1860 Aaron Draper Shattuck (American 1832-1928), 'Rocks in Spring, Farmington River', 1860, oil on paper laid to Masonite, landscape scene depicting a rocky river, signed to lower right, Christie's labels to en verso and to the side of the frame, with an additional Sterling And Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamson, Massachusetts, label, unidentified label, and affidavit signed by the artist's granddaughter and dated October 8, 1969 to the backing board, the panel with previous owner's label, alphanumeric, alternative title of 'Early Spring', and Christie's label, framed. Provenance: Acquired Christie's, New York, September 15, 2005, Fine American Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture, sale 1554, lot 63; Helen Shattuck Stewart, daughter of the artist; the artist. Approximate dimensions: Canvas h. 13", w. 16.25"; Overall h. 18.25", w. 22.25", d. 2.5".
- DEERFIELD MA 18TH C. Q.A. MAPLE AND
DEERFIELD MA 18TH C. Q.A. MAPLE AND WALNUT HIGHBOY. A fine and unique example, descending in the Strong family. Ca. 1740-1760 Jonathan Strong, two part Queen Anne highboy with an old pleasing finish and period early bat wing brass. Upper section with an applied molded top, figured wild maple case and legs, front facade with an unusual arrangement of three short over four long walnut drawers. The lower section with one long over three short drawers, a high arched apron with acorn drops, on high Queen Anne cabriole legs. Chalk inscription inside bottom section 'Phelps'. Contrary to traditional belief that this form represents Eastern Mass., authorities in the field of 18th C. furniture believe that the unique three short drawer top and deep apron more closely resemble the Deerfield MA. area. Accompanying this lot is estate inventory of John Strong, Farmington, 1815. For a related highboy see American Furniture in Israel Sacks Collection. 73.5”H x upper case 35”W x 20”D, lower case 36.75”W x 21”D.
- CAROLINE HELENA ARMINGTON (CANADIAN,
CAROLINE HELENA ARMINGTON (CANADIAN, 1875-1939) "SANTA MARIA DELLA SALUTE, VENICE" & "LE MOULIN DE LANCIEUX" "SANTA MARIA DELLA SALUTE, VENICE" & "LE MOULIN DE LANCIEUX"
- BEAVER DECOYAn interesting, small wooden
BEAVER DECOYAn interesting, small wooden "spearing" decoy in the form of a beaver. Original brown / black paint or varnish. Front and rear feet made from tin and painted black. Tack eyes. Excellent condition. Purchased in Farmington, CT (USA). Similar to one sold by Pridham's during their auction of the Burney Collection (Lot 121 in the catalogue of that sale). Measuring, 11" long, 3.5" wide.
- (LOT OF 13) SIX STERLING CREAMER AND
(LOT OF 13) SIX STERLING CREAMER AND OPEN SUGAR SETS BY VARIOUS MAKERS (Lot of 13) Six sterling creamer and open sugar sets by various makers including Ellmore, Farmington, Gorham, Revere Silversmiths and Redlich & Company, together with a Peruvian creamer 35.4 toz
- ROOM SIZE KASHAN CARPET10' wide, 13'
ROOM SIZE KASHAN CARPET10' wide, 13' long. All rugs sold as is. Provenance: Property of a Farmington, Connecticut Estate.
Condition:
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- ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN RUGwith substantial
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN RUGwith substantial wear, losses, tears. All rugs sold as is. 9' 7 1/2" long, 7' 1 1/2" wide. Provenance: Property of a Farmington, Connecticut Estate.
Condition:
Any condition information included in our lot descriptions is not the equivalent of a written condition statement, and the absence of condition information does not imply that the lot is free of defects. Our auction lot descriptions reflect our effort to provide accurate, objective and fair information on all lots for sale, and we encourage bidders to request written condition statements and large file images on any lots of interest by emailing condition@woodburyauction.com. We also strongly advise that you or someone on your behalf inspect the lot personally before bidding. All lots are sold "as is" and "where is" and neither we nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property. There are no returns and no refunds based on condition