- Antique Urania Geman Walnut Wall Clock
Antique Urania Geman Walnut Wall Clock 39''x18''
- STAFFORDSHIRE PEARL GLAZED EARTHENWARE
STAFFORDSHIRE PEARL GLAZED EARTHENWARE FIGURAL WATCH HOLDER 'URANIA'Unmarked.
Together with a later pocket watch.
9 1/4 x 7 x 3 1/4 in.
Condition
Discoloration to the glazed and firing imperfections. Surface losses. Restoration to the hands and implement. The watch with wear, oxidation, losses to the face, movement does not work. 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.
- A CHARLES X GILT-BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKA
A CHARLES X GILT-BRONZE MANTEL CLOCKA Charles X gilt-bronze mantel clock, Early 19th century Appears unsigned The gilt-bronze clock surmounted by instruments of science and astronomy with a standing Urania to one side with enameled hour markers with black Roman numerals raised on a rectangular base with bun feet Dimensions: 16.25" H x 12.5" W x 5.125" D
- ATTRIBUTED TO G. VON HACKL (1843-1926)
ATTRIBUTED TO G. VON HACKL (1843-1926) GERMANAttributed to Gabriel von Hackl, the Debt Collector, oil on canvas, 35 x 46 inches. Verso, on the stretcher, inscribed G.V. Hackl 1887, numbered 52703 in graphite, inscribed Urania Art 12723 in ink, inscribed 'L. de Nevers' in graphite. Stamped on the canvas with the F. Lefebvre Paris oval ink stamp.
- MONUMENTAL CLAUDE GALLE (FRENCH. 1759-1846)
MONUMENTAL CLAUDE GALLE (FRENCH. 1759-1846) EMPIRE BRON...DESCRIPTION: An important 19th cent. Claude Galle "L'ASTRONOMIE ÉGYPTIENNE"clock, the clock is a wonderful and exquisite example of Parisian gilt-bronze or 'ormolu' work of the early 19th century Empire period.The case with its wonderful figures and mounts is the work of the French modeller and gilder Claude Galle. The clock depicting "Astronomie" standing Urania possibly by J.F Deniere with drafting tools and globe supported by Sphinx figures, further decorated with Egyptian motifs. Marked along the dial "Galle Rue De Richelieu" Comes with key. Provenance: Purchased form Mayfair Gallery for 33,900 Euros. CIRCA: 1815 ORIGIN: France DIMENSIONS: Approx. H: 38" W: 24.5" Depth: 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.
- AN ANTIQUE MAP, "SYSTEMA SOLARE ET PLANETARIUM,"
AN ANTIQUE MAP, "SYSTEMA SOLARE ET PLANETARIUM," NUREMB...AN ANTIQUE MAP, "Systema Solare et Planetarium," NUREMBERG, 18TH CENTURY, parcel gilt and hand colored engraving, after work by cartographer Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724), the present work likely compiled by Johann Doppelmayr (1677-1750) for Atlas Novus Coelestis in quo Mundis Spectabilis, image: 19 1/4" x 22 1/4". Note: The present map, "depicts the state of astronomical knowledge in the early 1700s. In the center is a representation of the Sun-centered heliocentric world introduced by the great Polish astronomer, Nicholas Copernicus. The view here includes descriptions from the Dutch astronomer Christiaan Huygens, complete with sunburst and showing the orbits of the planets and their moons revolving concentrically around the sun. The rest of the universe is shown in the form of the twelve constellations of the zodiac. In the upper left corner, we see representations of the then-known planets along with the Sun. In the upper right corner, we see heavenly clouds and diagrams of other solar systems that were thought to exist around the stars. In the lower left corner, we see a depiction of the solar eclipse of May 12, 1706. In the lower right corner below the illustration of a lunar eclipse, we see representations of three cosmological systems that are being introduced to us by Urania, the goddess of astronomy. Going left to right, we first see the system of the ancient Greek astronomer, Claudius Ptolemy, which is partially obliterated by contemporary astronomical instruments (allegorically implying that modern science has dispatched this view). In this system, the Earth is in the center, followed by the orbits of our Moon, Mercury, Venus, the Sun, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and the fixed stars. A hybrid system developed by the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe is next. In this model, the Earth is in the center and is orbited by the Moon and the Sun. However, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn orbit the Sun, giving sol some semblance of grandeur. But the fixed stars continue to surround the central Earth. The final model is labeled sic ratione (i.e., according to reason) and is the Copernican system. This labeling and the central dominance of Copernicus' ideas in this print clearly indicate the opinions of Doppelmayr, even though alternative models are included in the corner for historical purposes." "Johann Doppelmayr (1677-1750) was a Professor of Mathematics at the Aegidien Gymnasium in Nuremberg. He wrote on a number of topics, including astronomy, geography, cartography, spherical trigonometry, and scientific instruments, and he collaborated in the production of terrestrial and celestial globes. He was a member of the Royal Society of London and the Berlin and St. Petersburg Academies of Sciences. In the early 1700s, Doppelmayr prepared a number of astronomical and cosmological plates that appeared in several works by cartographer Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724), who founded a famous cartographic publishing firm that continued through his heirs until 1848. In 1742, these plates were collected and issued as the Atlas Novus Coelestis in quo Mundus Spectabilis?. This atlas had a total of 30 plates, 20 that dealt with various astronomical themes (e.g., cosmological systems of Copernicus and Tycho Brahe, planetary and other bodies in the solar system), and 10 that were constellation maps showing the positions of the stars and the paths of comets." Courtesy: Kanas, Nick, Star Maps: History, Artistry, and Cartography, Springer/Praxis, 2009 and the David Rumsey Map Collection.
Condition:
In very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
- MARILYN PAPPAS(American, born 1931)
Seated
MARILYN PAPPAS(American, born 1931)
Seated Muse with Sphere from the "Fragments" series, possibly of Urania, the Greek muse of astronomy, draped and stitched cotton on linen, stitched signature "M. Pappas", titled and dated "1999" verso, sight 30 x 27 in.; white shadowbox frame, 35-1/2 x 32-1/4 in.
Provenance: Jerry and Deena Kaplan Collection of Modern Art and Crafts
Condition:
minor fading, not examined out of frame; frame in good condition
- PAUL GARNIER NAPOLEON III VENUS URANIA
PAUL GARNIER NAPOLEON III VENUS URANIA BRONZE CYLINDER ...PAUL GARNIER NAPOLEON III VENUS URANIA BRONZE CYLINDER CLOCK
French, mid-19th century, interior works marked "Paul Garnier - Paris". The white marble, urn form vertical dial flanked by dark green patinated bronze figures of Venus (Aphrodite) Urania, stars in her hair, holding a telescope and bouquet of flowers to one side, two cherubs opposite flanking a globe in an allegory of astronomy". Raised on a white marble plinth with bronze dore swag mounts; all on a square grey marble base with bun feet.
26 x 12 x 12 in. (66.04 x 30.48 x 30.48 cm.)
- A COLLECTION OF (24) AMERICAN COIN SILVER
A COLLECTION OF (24) AMERICAN COIN SILVER SPOONS Including a set of (6) teaspoons with mark of R. & W. Wilson of Philadelphia, in the King's pattern, "M" monogram (5 5/8 in.); (1) King's pattern spoon with mark of R. & W. Wilson, period monogram (6 1/4 in.); (3) spoons with the mark of E. F. Wilson of Rochester, New York (active 1838-1850), engraved "E. Davis" to handle (8 3/8 in.); (2) with mark of C. A. Burr of Rochester, New York (active 1838-1863), period engraved "Eurania" to handles (8 3/8 in.); (4) with mark of S. M. Taber & Co. of Providence, Rhode Island (active 1824-1852), engraved "L. Wheeler" to handles (8 1/4 in.); (2) with mark of J. Moulton IV of Newburyport, Massachusetts (active 1835-1894), engraved to underside of handles (7 1/2 in.); (2) with mark of Palmer & Bachelder of Boston, mid-19th century, "CB" monogram (8 3/4 in.); and (4) with marks of J. S. Sweet, Carleton, Jasper Stone, and Grace & Tripp, various monograms.
- JOHN GOULD (BRITISH, 1804-1881)John
JOHN GOULD (BRITISH, 1804-1881)John Gould (British, 1804-1881) , "Ramphomicron Vulcani" and "Thalurania Watertoni", 2 hand-colored lithographs, from Family of Hummingbirds, sights 19 11/16 in. x 13 1/4 in., framed alike. (2 pcs.) . Provenance: Schwitz Collection, Franklin, LA
- JOHN GOULD (BRITISH, 1804-1881)John
JOHN GOULD (BRITISH, 1804-1881)John Gould (British, 1804-1881), "Thalurania Furcata" and "Chlorostilbon Caniveti", 2 hand-colored lithographs, heightened with gum arabic, from Family of Hummingbirds, sights 19 1/2 in. x 13 3/4 in., framed alike. (2 pcs.)
- Tiffany sterling statue and letter opener
Tiffany sterling statue and letter opener to include Tiffany and Co Makers sterling statue of the goddess Urania, muse of astronomy, raised on wood plinth with wood ball in her hands, crown on her head, 6-1/2"H and Tiffany and Co sterling 5590 pierced letter opener with depiction of cupid drawing his bow at top, 7-3/4"L, 1.5 TO weighable, Letter opener losses and dings to point, slight bends to pierced figural end, statue damage to base, oxidation to figure, some dents, dings