- GRAND TOUR SIENNA MARBLE COLUMNS, 19TH
GRAND TOUR SIENNA MARBLE COLUMNS, 19TH C., VESPASIANOGrand Tour Sienna Marble Columns, 19th c., Templo de Vespasiano inscribed on base and ESTITVER on cornice, 17 1/2" tall.
- A. VESPASIANO, OPERA DI FRATE VESPASIANO,
A. VESPASIANO, OPERA DI FRATE VESPASIANO, 1572 Opera di Frate Vespasiano Amphiareo da Ferrara. Published 1572 in Venice. Early edition. Letterpress text at the beginning with the rest printed in woodcut blocks. A vignette of a hand holding a pen is on the title page. An early look at printing from a writing manual. 19th century tan morocco with red marbled boards. Provenance: Johannis Bonnet 1589; Max Rosenheim and Maurice Rosenheim (until 1923); Paul Hollister with 354 leaves.
- PAIR OF MODERNICA CASE STUDY BOOKSHELVESPair
PAIR OF MODERNICA CASE STUDY BOOKSHELVESPair of Modernica Case Study Bookshelves, in the style of Eames; each with manufacturer's label Dimensions: 58 1/2 x 47 1/2 x 16 in. (148.6 x 120.7 x 40.6 cm.) Condition:
- PAIR OF MODERNICA CASE STUDY BOOKSHELVESPair
PAIR OF MODERNICA CASE STUDY BOOKSHELVESPair of Modernica Case Study Bookshelves, in the style of Eames; each with manufacturer's label Dimensions: 58 3/4 x 47 1/2 x 17 in. (149.2 x 120.7 x 43.2 cm.) Condition:
- HERMES WHITE CANVAS AND LEATHER VESPA
HERMES WHITE CANVAS AND LEATHER VESPA BAG Herm?s white canvas and leather Vespa handbag, circa 1995, with shoulder strap, the hardware closure stamped "Herm?s", the interior flap stamped "Herm?s Paris Made In France", the interior with single pouch pocket. 11.75? H x 11? W x 3? D. Stains.
- GRAND TOUR "TEMPLE OF VESPASIAN" ALABASTER
GRAND TOUR "TEMPLE OF VESPASIAN" ALABASTER MODEL Grand Tour style alabaster sculpture model depicting the Temple of Vespasian and Titus in the Roman Forum with three Corinthian columns. 10.5" H x 3.875" W x 3.625" D.
- VINTAGE & CLASSIC VESPA STYLE BATTERY
VINTAGE & CLASSIC VESPA STYLE BATTERY OPERATED TOY Scooter As / Is. A great piece of memorabilia and a good reason to get together with your child for a restoration project. The metal frame still has most of its original paint and steering seems to work well. Needs rewiring and other TLC to bring back to glory. From an E 66th St, Manhattan estate. Dimensions: 21" x 40" approx Condition: As in images, needs wiring etc.
- ITALIAN CARVED MARBLE BUST OF A DOMITIANOn
ITALIAN CARVED MARBLE BUST OF A DOMITIANOn an associated marble base.
40 1/2 x 27 1/2 x 12 in. overall.
Note: Domitian was Caesar from 81 to 96 AD, he was the son of Vespasian (Caesar from 9 to 23/24 AD), and the brother of Titus. He was the last emperor of the Flavian dynasty.
Condition
The bust does not sit flush to the base at the back. Nicks, old repairs and losses throughout. With a 3 1/2 x 2 in. loss at the back of the neck, plaster residue repairs around the neck. Nicks to the nose, ears and mantle. Chips to the associated base. Wear is consistent with age and use. Nicely carved.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.
- ITALIAN GIALLO ANTICO MARBLE MODEL OF
ITALIAN GIALLO ANTICO MARBLE MODEL OF THE TEMPLE OF VESPASIAN AND TITUS, AFTER THE ANTIQUERaised on a black marble base.
19 3/4 x 6 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.
Note: The Temple of Vespasian and Titus was begun in the Roman Forum in 79 AD after Vespasian's death and Titus' succession. It was completed by his brother Domitian in 81 AD.
Condition
In good overall condition with very minor nicks and a 3 in. loss to the top cornice. Minor staining on the black marble base.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.
- W. FABER & SONS STERLING MASTER BUTTER
W. FABER & SONS STERLING MASTER BUTTER KNIVESPair of American Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver Master Butter Knives, W. Faber & Sons, Philadelphia, PA, 1866-1897, each l. 7 7/8 in., combined wt. 3.65 troy ozs., in fitted case.
- 14K GOLD GRAND TOUR PIETRA DURA NECKLACE,
14K GOLD GRAND TOUR PIETRA DURA NECKLACE, 19TH C.A 19th c. Italian Grand Tour pietra dura micromosaic set into an oval malachite, depicting the ruins of the Temple of Vespasian. Tested 14k gold frame and chain (chain weight estimated at 11.8 dwt).
The pendant measures 1 3/8" x 1 3/4", and the chain measures 15" long. The entire piece weighs 25.7 dwt.
Provenance: The Webster House collection.
Condition
There is a hairline in the malachite that runs horizontal in the upper third.
- TWO LIMOGES ENAMEL PORTRAIT PLAQUES
TWO LIMOGES ENAMEL PORTRAIT PLAQUES OF ROMAN EMPERORS Two Limoges enamel portrait plaques, 19th century or earlier, each after Jacques Laudin I (French, 1627-1695) depicting Roman Emperors Vespasian (Flavius Vespasianus X) and Nero Claudius (Caesar VI) in profile, within shadowbox frames, 4"h (plaque), 11.25"h x 11"w x 2"d (frame),