- 17C. JUAN JANSONIO KINGDOM OF GRANADA
17C. JUAN JANSONIO KINGDOM OF GRANADA POPAYAN MAP 17th Century,SpainMap of the Kingdom of Granada and Popayan by Juan Jansonio created in the 17th century with glass back to view back with atlas pages.
- CANVASBACKRichard "Fresh Air Dick"
Janson
CANVASBACKRichard "Fresh Air Dick"
Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CA, c. 1940
15 1/2 in. long
This canvasback drake bears raised-wing detail, and Janson's signature skeg under the tail.
Original paint with even gunning wear and touch-up to a tight age line in neck.
Provenance:
- PINTAIL PAIRRichard "Fresh Air Dick"
Janson
PINTAIL PAIRRichard "Fresh Air Dick"
Janson (1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CA, c. 1940
17 1/2 in. long
A pair of classic West Coast decoys with layered primary feathers. The drake is hollow.
Original paint with even wear and minor spot-touch-up to bill tips.
Provenance: Bob Olson Collection
Private Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast," Davis, CA, 1986, cover and pp. 142-152, related decoys illustrated.
- RARE MALLARD PAIRRichard "Fresh Air
RARE MALLARD PAIRRichard "Fresh Air Dick" Janson
(1872-1951) Sonoma Creek, CA, c. 1930
16 1/4 in. long
A rare mallard pair by this premier West Coast maker who is predominantly known for his pintail and canvasback. With bold features, raised wing tips, and incised tail feather detail they embody Janson's hallmark look. The male bears a faint owner's marking on the underside.
Original paint with moderate gunning wear and the drake has a tight neck crack.
- HIGH-HEAD PINTAILEd Castagnetto (1911-1996)
San
HIGH-HEAD PINTAILEd Castagnetto (1911-1996)
San Francisco, CA, 1989
17 1/2 in. long
Taught by California carving legend, "Fresh-Air Dick" Janson, Ed learned to carve as a young man. He was also a sharp shooter who enjoyed hunting pintails in the San Joaquin Valley. This pintail is signed and dated on the underside.
Original paint with light wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection, acquired directly from the maker, 1989
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 188, related carvings illustrated.
Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 340, related carvings illustrated.
- EARLY CANVASBACK"Fresh Air Dick" Janson
EARLY CANVASBACK"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951)
Sonoma, CA, c. 1910
15 in. long
An early carving by the Pacific Coast's premier carver showing Janson's thin raised wing-tip carving and no aft-keel.
In repaint with light gunning wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Wallace Lourdeaux, "Richard 'Fresh Air Dick' Janson," 2019, pp. 84-89, related examples illustrated.
- PINTAIL"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951)
Sonoma,
PINTAIL"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951)
Sonoma, CA, c. 1915
18 in. long
A classic early Janson decoy with raised wing tips and a flat bottom. This decoy may have been used in Janson's early market-gunning rig prior to the passing of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
In repaint with moderate gunning wear.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 142, related carvings illustrated.
Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 107, related carvings illustrated.
- PINTAIL PAIR"Fresh Air Dick" Janson
PINTAIL PAIR"Fresh Air Dick" Janson (1872-1951)
Sonoma, CA, c. 1930
17 in. long
Recognized as one of California’s greatest decoy carvers, Janson was also a commercial fisherman, a ship carpenter, and a professional hunter. Janson set the standard for California decoys over a forty-year career. He got his nickname, "Fresh Air," because he preferred to sleep on deck regardless of the weather while working on the “Star of Iceland,” a three-masted salmon fishing vessel. The hen has a "AM" stamp on the bottom.
Original paint, working touch-up mostly to white, and gunning wear. Hen has a neck crack.
Provenance: Richard and Dorothy Wheeler Collection
Literature: Michael R. Miller and Frederick W. Hanson, "Wildfowl Decoys of the Pacific Coast,” Portland, OR, 1989, p. 148, related carvings illustrated.
Michael R. Miller, "Wildfowl Decoys of California,” Spokane, WA, 2015, p. 107, related carvings illustrated.
- HOWARD JASON "BELOVED" FIGURAL BRONZE
HOWARD JASON "BELOVED" FIGURAL BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION: Howard Jason figural bronze sculpture titled: "Beloved" features a figural couple in an erotic sculpted form. Incised at base: "Howard Janson, 2000, Beloved, 46/50" Mounted to a double tiered round granite base.
CIRCA: 2000
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 56.5" x D: 30"
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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)-332-9274. 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."
- HOWARD JASON "BELOVED" FIGURAL BRONZE
HOWARD JASON "BELOVED" FIGURAL BRONZE SCULPTUREDESCRIPTION: Howard Jason figural bronze sculpture titled: "Beloved" features a figural couple in an erotic sculpted form. Incised at base: "Howard Janson, 2000, Beloved, 46/50" Mounted to a double tiered round granite base. original purchase price from Merritt Young Gallery for $20,400. Receipt upon request. CIRCA: 2000 ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 56.5" x D: 30" Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. 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)-332-9274. 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."
- [FORCE BOOK] GRIMM'S FAIRY TALES.[Force
[FORCE BOOK] GRIMM'S FAIRY TALES.[Force Book] Grimm's Fairy Tales. Ray Piatt, 1980s. Gilt-stamped cloth, dust-jacket. 8vo. With instructional packet by J.B.A. Janson and a typed note from Piatt to Jeff Busby regarding the book. Short closed tear to last page, else fine.
- A PAIR OF GEORGE IV STYLE MAHOGANY ETAGERESA
A PAIR OF GEORGE IV STYLE MAHOGANY ETAGERESA Pair of George IV Style Mahogany Etageres, having brass gallery top with marble, in the manner of Maison Janson, height 61 inches, width 22 3/4 inches, depth 16 1/2 inches.
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