- PRINT, BERTHA BOYNTON LUM Bertha Boynton
PRINT, BERTHA BOYNTON LUM Bertha Boynton Lum (American, 1869-1954), "Kites," 1908, woodcut, pencil signed, titled, and dated lower center, edition number 20, plate: 8"h x 14.25"w, overall (with mat): 16"h x 20"w
- PRINT, BERTHA BOYNTON LUM Bertha Boynton
PRINT, BERTHA BOYNTON LUM Bertha Boynton Lum (American, 1869-1954), "Procession," 1934, raised line hand colored woodcut, pencil signed lower center, image: 15"h x 10"w, overall (with frame): 25"h x 20.5"w
- SIX MOSER COLORED PHYSIOGNOMIC SNIFTERS
SIX MOSER COLORED PHYSIOGNOMIC SNIFTERS IN BOX Set of six Moser (Czechoslovakian 1857) miniature Physiognomical glass toasting snifters in assorted colors and shapes comprising, "Slim Lady", "Long Face", "Stout Gentleman", " Big Bertha", "Moon Face", and "Long Fellow", acid mark to the foot of each, in red presentation case. Approximate dimensions: tallest "Slim Lady" h. 5.75"; case h. 3.5", w. 10.75", d. 7.75".
- HOOKED RUGS WITH SCOTTY DOGS SIGNED
HOOKED RUGS WITH SCOTTY DOGS SIGNED BERTHA KIRKPATRICKThe two, one dated 1955 and the other dated 1959, are offered together as shown.Measure 19 x 31 inches each.Very good condition, noting some stain to one.
- A DIAMOND & PLATINUM ART DECO ELGIN
A DIAMOND & PLATINUM ART DECO ELGIN COCKTAIL WATCH Art Deco platinum and diamond cocktail watch by Elgin, silver tone dial with Arabic numerals, round and baguette diamond bezel,14.5mm, with diamond cable link bracelet, fold over clasp and safety chain, engraved on reverse "Joe to Bertha Sept. 11, 1937", 6 1/2 in. L, 18.5 grams
- BERTHA BOYNTON BULL LUM (CALIFORNIA/IOWA/ITALY,
BERTHA BOYNTON BULL LUM (CALIFORNIA/IOWA/ITALY, 1869-1954), PEACOCK AND SHRINE., PHOTOLITHOGRAPH, SURIMONO, 7" X 5". UNFRAMED.BERTHA BOYNTON BULL LUM, California/Iowa/Italy, 1869-1954, Peacock and Shrine. Signed in pencil signed and dated "'35" in lower margin. Dimensions: Photolithograph, surimono, 7" x 5". Unframed.
- J. FRANK DOBIE ARCHIVE, BOOKS, LETTERS,
J. FRANK DOBIE ARCHIVE, BOOKS, LETTERS, PHOTOS(lot) Archive of J. Frank Dobie (Texas, 1888-1964), author, folklorist, newspaper columnist: (1) "Pony Tracks", Frederick Remington, U. of Oklahoma Press,
1961, forward by Dobie with handwritten sentiment to Ralph Johnston by Dobie dated November, 1961; (1) "I'll Tell You a Tale", J. Frank Dobie, Little, Brown and Company, 1960; (1) "A Portrait of Pancho", Winston Bode, Pemberton Press, Austin, 1965, a biography of Dobie with many photo illustrations of him; (2) "Cow People", J. Frank Dobie, Little, Brown and Company, 1964; (1) "Done in the Open, Drawings by Frederick Remington", .F. Collier, 1902, pencil signed at the first interior page by Dobie with long paragraph, dated November, 1963, book in very poor condition; (8) group of 8"x10" black and white photos of Dobie in various poses taken on the same day; (1) a monograph by Dobie for the Texas Ornithological Society, May, 1956, ink signed by Dobie, the subject being the Roadrunner bird (Paisano in Spanish) which became the name of his ranch; (2) color photos of the Paisano ranch house; (9) typed signed letters by Dobie to Ralph A. Johnston, some with handwritten notations, most discussing upcoming and past hunting trips, one mentions Dobie's and Johnston's art investments, one a note to Johnston with appended carbon copy of a letter giving insight to Dobie's recent stay at the White House as a guest of President Lyndon Johnson in April of 1964, two months prior to Dobie's receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom and four months prior to his death; (large quantity) collection of letters, many written by Dobie's wife Bertha, typed and by hand, regarding Dobie, her life, correspondence with the University of Texas and more, largest book: 16.25"h, 11.25"w, .75"d, total: 12.75lbs *Note: Ralph A. Johnston (Texas, 1899-1966), oil man and noted for his philanthropy was a longtime friend and hunting companion of Dobie. Upon Dobie's death Johnston purchased the 254 acre Paisano ranch and subsequently deeded it to the University of Texas for dedicated use as a retreat for Texas writers. Dobie dedicated his book "Cow People" to Johnston.
- HARRY NADLER (1930-1990): MAGIC SQUARE
HARRY NADLER (1930-1990): MAGIC SQUARE SERIES #1Ink on paper, unsigned, with label from New Bertha Schaeffer, NY.
12 x 12 in. (sheet), 12 1/4 x 12 1/4 in. (frame).
Condition
Some staining around the extreme sheet edges. 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.
- BERTHA LUM (1869-1954): MOON GATE; PROCESSION;
BERTHA LUM (1869-1954): MOON GATE; PROCESSION; AND FLOWERING TREEThree woodcuts in colors on Japan, 1937, all signed and dated in pencil.
All 5 1/2 x 3 3/4 in. (image), 13 x 10 1/2 in. (frame).
Condition
All with some scattered staining. Otherwise apparently in good condition. Not examined out of frame.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.
- BERTHA S. WATKINS: AFTER THE PARTYOil
BERTHA S. WATKINS: AFTER THE PARTYOil on canvas, signed 'Bertha S. Watkins' on the stretcher.
25 x 31 in., 31 1/2 x 37 in. (frame).
Condition
The canvas slightly buckled in the frame at the corners. A repaired split lower left, inpainted. Craquelure and surface soiling.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.
- CARL SPRINCHORN (ME/NY/SWEDEN, 1887-1971)
CARL SPRINCHORN (ME/NY/SWEDEN, 1887-1971) "Fleur-de-Lys", watercolor on Arches paper, signed lower right, inscribed verso with title and "For Miss Bertha Schaefer". In the original mat with label verso from Raydon Gallery, 1091 Madison Ave, NYC. 14" x 12" sheet. In foamcore folio.
- (2) Millicent Krouse & Bertha Leonard
(2) Millicent Krouse & Bertha Leonard prints, "Young Woman", woodcut on paper, pencil signed "Millicent Krouse 1957", 23-1/2" x 15-1/2" sight; "Lady in Bath Tub", silkscreen on paper, pencil signed "Bertha Leonard", A/P artist proof, 17-1/2" x 22" image, largest framed size 30-1/4" x 20-1/2, good condition, not inspected out of frame