R. John Wright Early Character Man 1978. Model F1. All felt with molded and painted features, long beard, original clothes, felt hat, and original rake and hoe. Early example with unpainted eye whites.17" H.Mint
A PAIR OF PORTAITS BY WILLIAM SHUTER (IRISH 18TH CENTURY): A PAIR OF PORTRAITS BY WILLIAM SHUTER (IRISH 18TH CENTURY). Couple. each oil on panel. 28. 5 x 23. 5 cm (11 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. ). signed lower left (female), lower right (male). . CONDITION. Observed in frame, the works are in overall very good condition. Fine, stable and age-appropriate horizontal craquelure to both. Three shallow scuffs to the upper center and upper right of the man. The surface of the same painting is stained, as visible in raking light. Inspection under UV shows an even layer of varnish to both; small spots of retouching to the right of the man and, at around the same level, at the center left edge; very small scattered retouches at the perimeter of the female figure. . N. B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC. , including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Dimension
Framed Austrian painting on porcelain, "Leichtes Gefecht" (Easy Combat); 10" x 6 1/2"; signed A. Hemrich lower left. Titled in script verso with blue beehive mark. Small scratches to surface over man's rake.
Emille Gruppe (American 1896-1978) oil on canvas of Naples, Florida scene: Emille Gruppe (American 1896-1978) oil on canvas of Naples, Florida scene. Black man raking at a gate by a wall, titled on reverse: "The Gateway" 30" high x 36", ca. 1940-50 in period carved white washed frame Condition Untouched condition, no in paint
WILL HENRY STEVENS PASTEL LANDSCAPE PAINTING, HAY BARNWill Henry Stevens (Indiana/Louisiana/N.C/Tennessee, 1881-1949), "Hay Barn," pastel on paper landscape painting depicting a man raking hay from a horse-drawn wagon into a central barn set in the middle of a field, while gray clouds threaten overhead. A bare tree stands in the foreground. Signed "Stevens" lower left. Matted and framed under glass in an ebonized frame with a gilt sight edge. Sight - 16" x 13". Frame - 24" x 21". Biography (from the Johnson Collection): "An abiding love of nature - especially as borne out in the Southern landscape - informed the life and work of painter, poet and teacher Will Henry Stevens. Born in Vevay, Indiana, Stevens enrolled at the Cincinnati Art Academy in 1901 where his teachers included Frank Duveneck and Lewis Henry Meakin. In 1904, he won a design competition sponsored by Cincinnati's famous Rookwood Pottery and was subsequently hired as a tile designer. Two years later, Stevens undertook studies at the Art Students League in New York with William Merritt Chase and developed associations with Van Dearing Perrine and Jonas Lie in the city. His first one-man show was held at the New Gallery in 1907. Over the course of his career, Stevens' expansive intellectual curiosity and interest in experimental art forms led him to work in varied media and innovative styles, producing both realist and abstract expressions. In 1921, Stevens became a member of the faculty at Sophie Newcomb College in New Orleans, teaching there until his retirement in 1948. He plumbed the lush Louisiana landscape for subject matter during the school year, while the summers were reserved for travels to the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. Stevens was a popular teacher at several art colonies in the South, including Black Mountain, North Carolina. Throughout his career, he maintained friendships with Robert Henri, George Bellows, and other artists, and closely followed the modernist scene in New York. His work is included in the collections of the Smithsonian Museum of American Art, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Ogden Museum of Southern Art, Morris Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston."
Condition:
Light toning to paper. 3/4" repaired tear at upper left edge.
ASIAN: Three carved ivory Chinese figures and one Japanese netsuke: lady in kimono with parasol, elaborately carved hair ornaments and drapery, marked on base, parasol rod is possibly replaced, figure: 7 1/2" h., total height: 10 1/2"; farmer with rake and tortoise, movable appendages, on wooden base, possible repairs, 5 1/2" h.; figure with elaborate headdress and fan, marked "China" verso, on carved wooden base, 5 3/4" h.; and last, one Japanese netsuke of man with basket, 1 1/4" h., all pieces with expected wear.
Dinky No. 310 Farm Tractor and Hay Rake (with man)
3 PIECE CARVED IVORY FIGURAL OKIMONO: To include 1) Elder man with turtle and rake signed 3 1/8'' h. x 2''. 2) Woman holding broom 3'' h. 3) Japanese immortal Fukurokuju netsuke 2 1/8'' h.CONDITION: Note this item cannot be shipped outside of the U.S.
FRANCIS LUIS MORA (NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT, 1874-1940), TWO PENCIL DRAWINGS:, BOTH MATTED 16” X 20”.FRANCIS LUIS MORA, New York/Connecticut, 1874-1940, Two pencil drawings: 1) A young boy raking. On thin brown paper, 10.25" x 7" (260mm x 177mm). 2) Portrait study of a man in a suit holding a bowler hat. On cream wove paper, 11" x 8.5" (280mm x 214mm). Both unsigned and with the studio stamp "From the Studio of F. Luis Mora 1874-1940 Gaylordsville, Connecticut" verso. Dimensions: Both matted 16" x 20". Provenance: Notes:Francis Luis Mora was the first Hispanic to be elected to the National Academy of Design.
MARX TIDY TIM (THE CLEAN UP MAN). Tim wears white uniform pushes wheel barrow on wheels. Also includes original broom and rake, which is almost always missing. SIZE: 8” h x 8-1/2” l. CONDITION: Some paint wear to Tim and minor scratches on barrel, otherwise very good. MC 1-6800 (300-500)
DUTCH SCHOOL (17TH CENTURY): DUTCH SCHOOL (17TH CENTURY). . Portrait of a Man in Neck Ruff, . oil on board . 34 x 22 cm (13 1/2 x 8 3/4 in. ) . initialed lower right?. . CONDITION. Observed in frame, the work is in overall good condition. Would benefit from a light cleaning. Fine age-appropriate vertical craquelure overall. In raking light, an arched 11-cm-long scuff apparent across the man’s cheek, and scattered other scuffs besides, without loss to the paint layer. Several pinhole-size losses in a horizontal line at the middle of the beard. Inspection under UV light shows retouching to the face and ruff (apparently to areas of past overcleaning), overall to around 40% of the overall surface. . N. B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC. , including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Dimension
PAIR OF VICTORIAN 4-SEAT CAST IRON BENCHES. Each bench having 4 oval medallions depicting a man in different stages of growing crops. One shows seeding, another raking, another harvesting and another gathering.The seats are made with 3 wood planks. SIZE: 32" h x 30" deepest x 70" l. PROVENANCE: Private Maine/Texas Collector. CONDITION: Green over white paint is "as found". Rust. Seats as is. One back brace at center broken. Otherwise good in need of reconditioning. 50012-81
Pair 18th c Chelsea gold anchor mark harvest figurines, the man holding a scythe, the woman holding a rake, c 1760, figurines 8" tall, fitted to a Pair gilt carved Chinese Chippendale style wall sconces, 18th c style, made and signed by Humert Plomer for Fred Cowan, c 1964, 27" h, Minor chipping and wear to gilding; slight separation at shelf to bottom pieces; figure of girl is glued to shelf, figure of boy is glued and has left glue residue condition on shelf, overall in nice condition Estimate $800-1,600
FRANCIS LUIS MORA (NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT, 1874-1940), TWO PENCIL DRAWINGS:, BOTH MATTED 16” X 20”.FRANCIS LUIS MORA, New York/Connecticut, 1874-1940, Two pencil drawings: 1) A young boy raking. On thin brown paper, 10.25" x 7" (260mm x 177mm). 2) Portrait study of a man in a suit holding a bowler hat. On cream wove paper, 11" x 8.5" (280mm x 214mm). Both unsigned and with the studio stamp "From the Studio of F. Luis Mora 1874-1940 Gaylordsville, Connecticut" verso. Dimensions: Both matted 16" x 20". Provenance: Notes:Francis Luis Mora was the first Hispanic to be elected to the National Academy of Design.
Four Baroque style hall chairs, c. 1900, black finish, each with slightly raking back with central splat carved with Green Man masques, horned masques, heraldic shields, shells, and griffins, barley twist stiles, front legs, and stretchers, red velvet upholstered seats, baluster form finials, straight back legs, expected wear including checking and separating of carvings from splat frames, minor scattered loss, underside of one chair splintering, one seat with discoloration, each side chair approximately 47" h. x 20 1/2" w. x 22" d.
JAPANESE BRONZE HOUSE FORM CENSER AND TWO FIGURESpossibly˜Meiji period, patinated bronze house form censer with pierced windows, removable roof lid, stamped character mark to base, approximately 6-1/4 x 9-1/2 x 5 in.; two patinated bronze figures, man holding a rake, woman holding a broom, man with incised character mark to base, 6-3/4 in. and 7-1/4 in.; together with two carved wood stands
Provenance: Collection of General Sam S. Walker and Charlotte B. Walker, Pinehurst, North Carolina
Condition:
surface dirt and accretion, scattered scratches; censer with some areas of discoloration and verdigris, especially to interior; stands likely associated
FRENCH PRISONER OF WAR MINIATURE 80 GUN MAN-O-WAR SHIP ...French Prisoner of War Miniature 80 Gun Man-o-War Ship Model, circa 1800, carved bone model with scarce retractable guns on the lower deck, Trojan figurehead, finely carved rake-boards and stern; mounted on multi-wood inlaid plaque with Federal shields; possibly made by an American hand; Note: 22 deck cannons missing
Height 11.5 in. Length 13 in. Width 4.25 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.
A PAIR OF PORTAITS BY WILLIAM SHUTER (IRISH 18TH CENTUR...A PAIR OF PORTRAITS BY WILLIAM SHUTER (IRISH 18TH CENTURY)
Couple
each oil on panel
28.5 x 23.5 cm (11 1/4 x 9 1/4 in.)
signed lower left (female), lower right (male)
CONDITION
Observed in frame, the works are in overall very good condition. Fine, stable and age-appropriate horizontal craquelure to both. Three shallow scuffs to the upper center and upper right of the man. The surface of the same painting is stained, as visible in raking light. Inspection under UV shows an even layer of varnish to both; small spots of retouching to the right of the man and, at around the same level, at the center left edge; very small scattered retouches at the perimeter of the female figure.
N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
A Japanese Carved Ivory Okimono depicting an elderly man with a long white beard holding a fan in one hand and a rake over his shoulder in the other. Height of figure 5 1/2 inches.
174. Continental, ca. Early 20th Century
"Oropa", a sanctuary in North Italy. Pennine Alps in Italy. Watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated 23', 9. Also, below this are Cyrillic initials for "NZ". Depicts a man with a rake and chickens along a foggy hillside road. Image apprx 9-1/4" x 13-3/4". Framed and matted, apprx 16-1/4" x 20-1/2".
400/600 Sold: $391.00
PLUSCHOW, GUGLIELMO (1852-1930)
Untitled (nude young man with stick). Albumen print, 6 1/2x4 1/2 inches (16.5x11.4 cm.), with Pluschow's hand stamp and his "Angelo Pedo Roma" stamp on verso. Circa 1900
This charming and pastoral photograph is in good condition. There are soft handling creases, visible in raking light, and one minor diagonal crease extending from the top center to the lower left corner, slightly visible in natural light. There are two minor chips to the left edge in the shrubery. Despite these issues the photograph is still a wonderful example of the photographer''s use of "classical themes."
Aaron Sopher. Five unframed pen and ink drawings: (American, 1905-1972). All signed "Aaron Sopher. " 1. ) Green Stamps, inscribed "For the Friedmans, " dated 1969, 6 x 5 in. 2. ) Woman Washing Dishes, 5 1/2 x 4 in. 3. ) Man Raking Leaves, 7 3/4 x 7 in. 4. ) Man Seated, 6 3/4 x 4 3/4 in. 5. ) Woman Adjusting Hair, 8 x 7 in.
John De Martelly (American, 1903-1979), "While the Sun Shines", lithograph, depicts farm laborers working to bale hay, three men and two women with horse-drawn hay rake to left, man in foreground wearing hat cools off at water barrel, AAA label taped verso, pencil signed lower right, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age, ss: 9 1/2" h. x 13 3/4" w.
BRITAINS FARM AND TRACK ACCESSORIESBritains farm and track accessories, to include No. 8F. Horse Rake with original box, horse drawn roller, No. 5032 man with roller in original box, tractor with driver, two horses with hitching, along with several J. Hill Co. benches and seated figures, horse rake - 5 3/4" l.
Condition:
Some light wear especially to Hill Co. figures, overall excellent condition.
Jacob Lawrence (American, 1917-2000)
Robert Penn Warren, New Dawn: Hiroshima, New York, The Limited Editions Club (N. 83-1), 1983
The complete portfolio, comprising 8 silkscreens printed in colors on Somerset paper, each signed in pencil, dated, and numbered 19/35 (there were also 10 artist's proofs and a book edition of 1500), loose (as issued), printed by Alexander Heinrici, New York, with title, text, and justification printed on Fabriano Umbria paper, signed by Robert Penn Warren on first page of text, all with full margins, all in very good condition aside from some light surface rubs in images (visible at a raking light), Boy with Kite 2 small pale stains in lower margin, with the original embossed black leather portfolio (slight wear).
Titles Include: Playground; Street Scene; Family; People in the Park; Market; Man with Birds; Boy with Kite; Farmers (8)
13 x 10in each
sheet 15 x 11 1/8in each
EMILLE GRUPPE (AMERICAN 1896-1978) OIL ON CANVAS OF NAP...Emille Gruppe (American 1896-1978) oil on canvas of Naples, Florida scene. Black man raking at a gate by a wall, titled on reverse: "The Gateway" 30" high x 36", ca.1940-50 in period carved white washed frame
Condition:
Untouched condition, no in paint
JOHN DE MARTELLY (AMERICAN, 1903-1979), "WHILE THE SUN SHINES", LITHOGRAPH, DEPICTS FARM LABORERS WORKING TO BALE HAY, THREE MEN AND...John De Martelly (American, 1903-1979), "While the Sun Shines", lithograph, depicts farm laborers working to bale hay, three men and two women with horse-drawn hay rake to left, man in foreground wearing hat cools off at water barrel, AAA label taped verso, pencil signed lower right, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age, ss: 9 1/2" h. x 13 3/4" w.
Two Pairs of Carved Ivory or Bone Elderly Couples Each depicting an old man holding a rake and an old woman holding a broom on pair apprx. 3"H and the other apprx. 4"H. Each of the women is signed under the foot. Toned with light brown glaze.
A group of English silver miniatures
Comprising: silver, wood and fabric model of a man's shoe, maker's mark rubbed, Birmingham, 1919, length: 5in, (now lacking lace and with some soiling and deterioration of wood and fabric); model of a tripod camera, DP, Sheffield, modern, height: 2 3/4in; funnel, AN, London, 1988, height: 1 3/8in; and model of a wheel barrow with rubber tire, DP, London, 1991, length: 4 1/2in; together with a watering can with import marks for LL, Edinburgh, 2000, retailed by Links of London, height: 3 1/2in; a shovel and rake with wooden handles and sterling fittings; an Egyptian silver cart (as is); unmarked jar, unmarked ladle and another unmarked jar with cover.
Emille Gruppe (American 1896-1978) oil on canvas of Naples, Florida scene. Black man raking at a gate by a wall, titled on reverse: "The Gateway" 30" high x 36", ca.1940-50 in period carved white washed frame
CHINESE SCHOOL (MID 19TH CENTURY)
MAN ON HORSEBACK
WOMAN WITH OPIUM PIPE
MAN HOLDING AN AXE
Pen and ink, inscribed 'Drawn by a native at Loo Choo 21st September 1840 = by Nann Eilsee Moody. 9x7" (22.8x17.8cm) plus
SCOTTISH SCHOOL (19TH CENTURY)
WOMAN WITH RAKE
Watercolour cut out
English School, 1860 - Harvest Scene from the Surrey Hills, inscribed verso Miss Haggett / Park Farm Esher 1860, watercolour, 28 x 37cm and various others comprising William Henry Earp (1831/33-1914) - A Lake Scene, signed, watercolour, 22 x 52.5cm, J Smith, 1858 - Martensen Mill Cumberland, signed and dated, signed and dated again and inscribed on a fragmentary label preserved on a backboard, watercolour, 23 x 34cm, English School, 19th c - Fisherfolk on the Coast at Low Tide, watercolour, 31 x 26.5cm, S Ainsworth (1888) - Langdale Pikes, signed and dated, watercolour, 24 x 38.5cm and S Stamford, fl early 20th century - A Man with a Rake Passing a Thatched Cottage at Eventide, signed, watercolour, 17 x 54cm More Information Harvest Scene - Good condition, the pigments fresh and unfaded, unexamined out of frame. Fisherfolk on the coast - Mount tide line stain left and generally browned, unexamined out of modern gilt frame. Langdale Pikes -Faint vertical stain from previous back board but in good overall clean condition in modern gilt frame. Stamford - Good condition, in what is probably the original early 20th c gilt mount and frame
EMILE ALBERT GRUPPE (American, 1896-1978) “THE GATE HOUSE”. Oil on board scene shows a man raking in front of a large wall with open gate. Fall scene has tree with red leaves hanging over gate. Colorful scene with man having red shirt and blue jeans. Signed lower right “Emile A. Gruppe”. Back has titled, artist name and “736”. SIZE: 20” x 16”. CONDITION: Very good. 9-99187
Man Ray (American, 1890-1976)
Margherite, from Ballade des dames hors du temps (A.60P), 1970
Etching and aquatint printed on Arches paper, signed in pencil and numbered 61/75 (there were also 20 hors commerce), published by XXe Siècle, Paris and Léon Amiel, New York, printed by Jacques David, Paris, with full margins, in good condition aside from light- and backboard staining, pressure mark at center of figure, a few light surface rubs (visible at a raking light), remains of old hinges at sheet edges, verso, not framed.
19 5/8 x 15 3/4in
sheet 25 7/8 x 19 3/4in
ENGLISH CREAMWARE BLACK TRANSFER-PRINTED JUG, CIRCA 1800.
Printed on one side with a view of a fully-rigged ship; and on the other with a view of a lady with rake, and a man and boy traveling down a path toward a house. Height 6 ⅝ inches.
Large (12 1/2" x 17") albumin photograph of 10 men (8 in uniform) seated and standing in front of painted backdrop. Most men wear GAR uniforms and accompanying medals. Of note is the man seated 3rd from left wearing a type II Navy Medal of Honor. Research identifies him as John Freeman Mackie (1835–1910) the first United States Marine to win the Medal of Honor. The citation for his award is as follows "On board the U.S.S. Galena in the attack on Fort Darling at Drewry’s Bluff, James River, on 15 May 1862. As enemy shellfire raked the deck of his ship, Corporal Mackie fearlessly maintained his musket fire against the rifle pits along the shore and, when ordered to fill vacancies at guns caused by men wounded and killed in action, manned the weapon with skill and courage". Photograph by F. Pulaski and Company of Philadelphia. Image is housed in period frame with no glass and some damage to frame. S
3 PIECE CARVED IVORY FIGURAL OKIMONO: To include 1) Elder man with turtle and rake signed 3 1/8'' h. x 2''. 2) Woman holding broom 3'' h. 3) Japanese immortal Fukurokuju netsuke 2 1/8'' h.CONDITION: Note: Shipping outside of the U.S. is not available for this item.