The Jerold D. Krouse Collection: Masterpieces from America & Ireland | November 11, 2025 by Brunk Auctions

The Jerold D. Krouse Collection

Jerold “Jerry” Krouse is a man of singular vision, “aesthetically driven, culturally literate, well informed, eccentric, and wonderful.”1 But this collector’s passion has some humble beginnings, Krouse saying in an interview that at the start of it all, “All I knew about antiques was that I liked the feet with little claws grasping balls. That led me straight to the middle of the eighteenth century. Thank you God!” This aesthetic preference only intensified with age. The Krouses’ historic home of Cottage Gardens came to host a remarkable collection not only of English, Philadelphian, and Irish Rococo furniture, but also George II silver, English delftware, and British and Continental paintings. Importantly, Jerry’s collecting was rooted in an appreciation for the aesthetic. The result is a deeply personal and aesthetically unparalleled treasure trove that undeniably feels like the culmination of one man’s passion, the group as much a masterwork as any of the individual pieces.

The variety showcased in the Krouses’ collection has its roots not only in putting looks first, but also in Jerry’s early reasoning that purchasing top-of-the-line Irish furniture from the mid-1700s would allow him to capture the aesthetic appeal of the Philadelphia style. Nevertheless, as time went on he was inevitably drawn to real-deal Philadelphia objects in addition to maintaining and growing his Irish collection. In fact, his first major purchase was a Philadelphia Chippendale tall case clock with attribution to the Garvan Carver (lot 111) and nearly the only thing he could think of after making the purchase was how he was going to pay without his father or uncle finding out about the price tag. Despite the initial panic, the clock remains one of the collection’s highlights. Others include an important Philadelphia chest on chest with carving attributed to Nicholas Bernard and Martin Jugiez (lot 42), an Irish George II mahogany games table, and a George II silver soup tureen and ladle by George Wickes. As he prepares for a future move, the time has come to divest, and it is his hope that these fine works of art bring other collectors as much joy as they have brought him over the years.

1Miller, Alan, qtd. in “Mississippi Rococo” by Ralph Harvard. The Magazine Antiques, January/February 2011.

Reflections on the Krouse Collection from Tim Corfield, the well known London based antiques advisor, who helped Jerry acquire some of his finest English and Irish objects:

“I was introduced to Jerry by the great interior designer Ralph Harvard, who had helped him with the rebuilding and decorating of his beautiful antebellum home in Natchez.

Ralph knew that I was an expert in Irish furniture and decorative objects and thought that Jerry’s collecting would benefit from some careful guidance. To say that Jerry is an enthusiast would be an understatement, and he has become a great client and a good friend. One of the things that defined his collecting was a love of carving, particularly lions masks and cabriole legs with carved feet, but he also has a keen eye for elegance, proportion, good design and now an understanding of the all-important issue of colour and surface patination. His absolute passion was for the best of mid-18th century Irish furniture. With my detective work tracking down some outstanding pieces in country auctions and little known private collections in Ireland and the UK, and his desire to own them, we have built a truly world-class collection.

Between us, we only pursued the best. The Irish card table (lot 108) is literally the best in the world and is probably my favourite piece in the collection. When we bought it, Jerry invited me to deliver it in person to Natchez (quite a long way from London!). He invited some friends over for a ceremonial un-packing party and as it was slowly revealed from it’s packing case, I was asked to explain to the guests why it was so special. But one of the things about great pieces is that you don’t really need to explain much about them. Their beauty is fundamental—everyone can see it.

Jerry himself is a great character, a superb raconteur and very funny. He is always threatening to write a book about his collecting adventures, the highs and lows, the triumphs and the mistakes, particularly in the early years when he was learning, not only about the objects, but also the vicissitudes of “The Trade.” I know it would be hilarious and informative in equal measure, and would inspire a whole new generation of collectors.

I hope he will write it. I am sure it would be a best seller!”

A tribute from Alan Miller, the noted expert who advised Jerry through several decades of collecting his American furniture:

“Some time in the mid-1980s, I think, I first met Jerry Krouse when he and the Natchez dealer Brad Symington traveled to Pennsylvania to look what clock the dealer Jay Carey was selling for the pioneer Philadelphia collector Bob Stuart, a friend Jay and I shared. Jerry wanted me to vet or help him understand the clock which has Amsterdam works by Christoffel housed in a Philadelphia case carved by the carver of the Garvan high chest. It is in this sale (lot 111). Maybe Jerry got my name from Thatcher Freund’s book Objects of Desire which features that great carver’s Willing card table and in which I am a character. At any rate, authenticating the clock was pretty easy; I had two other Garvan high chest carver clock cases of the same group in my shop at the time. Jerry and I hit it off and we began to work together to assemble a collection of Philadelphia-carved Rococo furniture for Jerry and Betty Jo’s historic house in Natchez. I’ve worked on putting together several major collections over the years and Jerry’s will always be a favorite and dear to me.

Jerry always had an intuitive sense about carved furniture, an almost physical or somatic sense of what made it work. He does not like straight legs no matter what the carving is and does not care for small scroll feet. He likes folky Irish furniture more than I do, but I freely admit that his Irish turret card table formerly owned by William Randolph Hearst is one of a handful of the best British Isles Rococo pieces ever made. I helped him on British and Irish furniture that turned up in this country but did not travel to Britain on his behalf. I was only tangentially involved with his superb British and Irish Rococo silver collection. We concentrated on Philadelphia-carved furniture, with a few exceptions. Because we were vigilant, we were able to end up with some things that went under the radar and Jerry would step up for something great he really wanted. We certainly didn’t always prevail, but persistence paid off. Jerry ended up with the Sax high chest and dressing table suite after we underbid it by talking Harold Sack into letting us take over his note to Sotheby’s at a time when their cash might have been running thin. Jerry bought many objects that turned up privately. He is very devoted to his family and decided to sell his collection in what cannot be described as a strong market because he does not want to leave them the task of selling it advantageously.

What will remain with me beyond my profound connection to the pieces we pursued and the adventures we shared is the deep fondness I have for Jerry as a person. His creative sense of humor, stock supply of jokes, his persistent—nearly heroic—habit of self-deprecation, his arch ability to find a speck of gloom on the sunniest day, he is an original creation and a dear friend. I hope we share many more moments and memories.”

1 George III English Silver Caddy Set, Jonathan Swift London, 1755, two baluster form caddies with chased spiral forms with alternating plain and chased decoration, matching round sugar box, all with marks for Jonathan Swift, 36.22 oz. T., 5-1/2 in. to 6-1/2 in., all in a fitted silver mounted wooden casket with bombe front, claret velvet interior trimmed with gilt braid ribbon, locking, 9-3/4 x 12-1/2 x 4-3/4 in.

Provenance: M.S. Rau, New Orleans, 2000

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

Pair of George II Irish Silver Waiters Dublin, circa 1740-1750, round form with bold scroll rims, centers with chased Rococo scroll, floral, and crested, no maker’s mark, .925 fine, 21.60 oz. T., 6-3/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

4 Irish George II Carved Mahogany Hanging Cabinet circa 1750s, in the Chinese taste, with carved rosettes and open fretwork doors and sides with shelved interior, 29-1/2 x 27-1/2 x 11-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sotheby’s London, May 22, 1997, lot 11

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

3 George II English Silver Inkstand, John Luff London, 1746, shaped oval base with shell and scroll sides, four bracket feet, fitted with inkwell, sander, and bell, Rococo cartouche with contemporary coat of arms, bell with later crest under coronet, marks for John Luff, .925 fine, 28.94 oz. T., 5-1/2 x 9-1/2 x 7-1/4 in.

Provenance: Parke-Bernet Galleries, New York, October 7, 1949, lot 126; Collection of Thomas E. Wynne and Gaynor Wynne Richards, sold, Northeast Auctions, August 6, 2006, lot 1426

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

George II English Silver Tea Caddy, Edward Feline London, 1741, ginger jar form, shoulders chased with shells and diaper decoration, lozenge cartouche with baron’s coronet arms, marks for Edward Feline, .925 fine, 4-1/2 in.

Provenance: Mary Cooke Antiques, May 20th, 2021

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

The arms are probably those of Child.

Unusual Finely Carved George III Mahogany Side Chair, circa 1760s, with fine leaf, C-scroll, and rope twist carving, deeply carved seat rail, needlework upholstery, 37-1/4 x 21-1/4 x 21-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

George III Irish Silver Large Salver, William Townsend Dublin, 1760, round with gadroon border with female masks, fruit clusters, and foliate scrolls, four hairy paw feet, central cartouche with coat of arms, “A DEO HONOR ET FORTUNA” (“From God, honor and fortune or Honor and fortune from God”), marks for William Townsend, .925 fine, 81.94 oz. T., 3 x 18-1/4 in.

Provenance: Duvallier Antiques, Dublin, 2014

Estimate: $4,000 - $8,000

The arms are possibly those of White of Ireland.

Georgian Mahogany Bombe Form Tea Caddy British, 18th/19th century, brass top handle, inlaid diamond form escutcheon, shaped bracket feet, hinged lid opening to divided interior, 6-1/2 x 10 x 5-7/8 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

Chippendale Carved Mahogany Pie Crust Tea Table 18th century, figured three board top with pie crust molding on birdcage support, finely carved base with ball and claw feet, 27-1/2 x 32-1/2 x 32-1/4 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Pair of Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Bowls and Matching Saucers, Dr. Wall Period, late 18th century, each with underglaze blue crescent mark to base, bowl 2 x 3-3/8 x 3-3/8 in., saucer 1-1/4 x 5-3/8 x 5-3/8 in.

Estimate: $100 - $300

George III Carved Mahogany Tassel Back Side Chair British, 18th century, mellow brown old surface, slip seat with cream damask upholstery, 37-1/4 x 21-1/2 x 22 in.

Estimate: $200 - $300

George II Irish Silver Dish Ring, John Laughlin Senior Dublin, circa 1750, round typical form with bird, scroll, and foliate pierced decoration, one cartouche with later coat of arms, one cartouche blank, marks for John Laughlin Senior, .925 fine, 14.79 oz. T., 3-3/8 x 7-5/8 in.

Provenance: Duvallier, Dublin, 2014 (arms given as Wilmot impaling Blennerhasset)

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

The arms are probably those of Thompson quartering Blennerhassett of Clonfin, Granard, County Longford and Welmonah House, Shahkill, possibly for Peter Thompson of Tralee, Treasurer of County Kerry, born 1775, married in 1800 Anne, daughter of Thomas Blennerhassett, son of Conway Blennerhasset of Annadale, County Kerry, whose father of the same name married Elizabeth, daughter of Wentworth Harmon of Bawne, County Longford; Mary, his wife was daughter of Garrett Wellesley, of County Dangan County Meath, great-granduncle of Arthur, 1st Duke of Wellington. Peter Thompson purchased Lord Glandore’s estate in King’s County and died in 1855. 13

George II Irish Silver Dish Ring, Samuel Walker Dublin, circa 1750, round, pierced sides with hunting scene of man with gun, pair of cows, fruit, foliage, and birds, cartouche with coat of arms, marks for Samuel Walker, .925 fine, 31.03 oz. T., 3-1/4 x 9-1/4 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

The arms are those of Bloss, Ireland, impaling Daniels, Lymington, County Hants.

Fine Irish George II Carved Mahogany Card Table circa 1750, in dense figured mahogany throughout, the skirt with foliage and bird’s heads centering an oval cartouche, the sides with eagle’s heads centering a carved rosette, baize lined playing surface, 29-1/2 x 39 x 19-1/2 in

Provenance: Sotheby’s London, May 1997, lot 9A

Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000

Literature: Illustrated in The Knight of Glin and James Peill,

George II English Silver Inkstand, Paul Crespin London, 1731, shaped rectangular stand, fitted with bombe inkwell, pounce pot, and central pen holder, all with trellis-engraved rim, chased border of trellis enclosing birds pecking at baskets of fruit, shells, four scroll feet, contemporary crest and arms, marks for Paul Crespin, .925 fine, French import marks, 38.34 oz. T., 3-1/2 x 10-1/4 x 7-1/2 in.

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Pair of George III English Silver Tapersticks, William Cafe, London, 1771, shaped square bases with shells, gadroon borders, baluster stems, matching bobeche, marks for William Cafe, .925 fine, 10.35 oz. T., 5-1/4 in.

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

George II English Silver Casket, Augustin Courtauld I, London, 1741, rounded rectangular, Rococo shells and scroll decoration, panel with Venus and Adonis with cupid and hounds in forest scene, scroll feet, marks for Augustin Courtauld I, .925 fine, other marks (possible French), 47.69 oz. T., 4 x 8-1/2 x 6-1/4 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

George II English Silver Inkstand, Thomas Gilpin London, 1749, rectangular with gadroon borders, chased with Rococo scrolls, shells, and floral decoration, two pen trays, fitted with a bell, sander, and inkwell, short bracket feet, marks for Thomas Gilpin, .925 fine, 52.66 oz. T., 6 x 12-1/4 x 8-3/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

20 Fine Irish George II Carved Mahogany Side Chair 1740-1750, with shell carved crest and knees, compass seat with silk damask upholstery, 41 x 21 x 20 in.

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, “Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design”, March 2015-June 2015, catalog no. 223 (Illustrated).

Pair of George II English Silver Tapersticks, John Cafe, London, 1747, baluster stems with shells at the shoulders, banded sconces and detached bobeche, marks for John Cafe, .925 fine, 10.29 oz. T., 4-7/8 in.

Provenance: The Leopard’s Head, San Francisco, 2005

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

George II Shell Carved Fruitwood Corner Chair probably Irish, mid 18th century, walnut and other mixed fruit woods, carved splats and hand grips, 32-1/2 x 19 x 25 in.

Provenance: Purchased from the Melrose Antebellum House, Natchez, Mississippi

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Fine George III Carved and Parcel-Gilt Mahogany Mirror Door Bookcase probably Scottish or Irish, circa 1760, with pitch pediment and carved and gilt central ornament, above a pair of shaped mirrored doors opening to adjustable bookshelves, the flanking engaged pilasters headed by Corinthian capitals above carved meandering vines headed by conjoined C-scrolls with ruffled edges and ending in pilasters, the finely fitted and inlaid desk interior centering a mirrored prospect door, the long drawer facings finely carved with conjoined C-scrolls with ruffles and meandering vines, with tulip poplar and red pine secondary, 100 x 44-1/2 x 25 in.

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

Much of the secondary wood in this impressive desk is tulip poplar. Common in American examples of the period, this appears to be a rare instance of its use in the British Isles.

For designs with similar blind-fret carving to drawers, see Thomas Chippendale, The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director, 1754, for “Desk and Bookcase,” and Mayhew and Ince, The Universal System of Household Furniture, 1762

Fine New York Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Marble Top Mixing Table circa 1770, with marble top over a carved frame with gadrooned moldings and ball and claw feet, the lower part of the frame retaining an early historic surface, 27 x 32 x 17-1/2 in.

Provenance: sold Doyle, New York, May 2, 2006, lot 2325

Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000

Fine Pair of Philadelphia Chippendale Andirons, Attributed to Daniel King Philadelphia, probably Daniel King (1731-1806) or Daniel King, Jr. (1757-1836), 1760-1800, urn and flame finial over fluted tapered columns, spurred legs and ball and claw feet, 26 x 15-1/4 x 22 in.

Provenance: By descent in the Crosby family, Maine; Donald R. Sack American Antiques, Buck Hill Falls, Pennsylvania; Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Eddy Nicholson, sold Christie’s New York, January 28, 1995, lot 1080; Christie’s New York, January 16, 2003, lot 295

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

A very closely related pair of andirons bearing the signature of Daniel King are in the collections of the Winterthur Museum. See Fennimore, Metalwork in Early America, catalog no. 54. The pair offered here have the additional detail of the flame finial at the top of the urns.

Fine New York Chippendale Carved Mahogany Tassel Back Side Chair 1760-1780, carved crest and splat, period slip seat with green damask upholstery, 39 x 24 x 22 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

After Michael Dahl (Swedish, 1659-1743)

Portrait of Harriet Eliot Craggs Hamilton (1713-1769), three-quarter length, seated in a landscape and holding a citrus blossom with fruit, unsigned, possibly an 18th century copy of the original at Port Eliot Estate, St. Germans, Saltash, England, oil on canvas, 50 x 40-1/2 in.; early 20th century gilt wood gallery frame, 56-1/2 x 46-3/8 x 2-1/2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 John Hamilton, 1st Marquess Abercorn was the son of Harriet Craggs and John Hamilton (see Brunk Auctions, September 12, 2009, lot 151 for the portrait of her son, James, by Sir Thomas Lawrence).

After Anthony van Dyck (Flemish, 1599-1641)

The Five Children of Charles I (1600-1649) and Henrietta Maria de Bourbon (1609-1669) with a mastiff and spaniel: Charles (1630-1685), Mary (1631-1660), James (1633-1685), Anne (1637-1640) and Henrietta (1644-1670), 1637, unsigned, inscribed upper left, possibly 18th century, oil on canvas, 25 x 38-7/8 in.; fine 18th century Rococo carved and gilt wood frame, 35 x 48-1/2 x 2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

28 Fine Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Slant Front Desk circa 1770, with extravagantly carved desk interior, the prospect door opening to a removable section revealing a tier of small drawers and fitted into a removable box, and with two secret document drawers, the case with inset quarter columns and pierced brasses, ogee bracket feet, 42-1/2 x 40 x 22-1/2 in.

Provenance: Mr. and Mrs. James Eric Butt, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania; Sotheby’s New York, January 17, 1997, lot 796

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

29 William III English Silver Monteith, Robert Peake London, 1701, fluted body, detachable rim with flower clusters and acanthus leaves, stylized mask and drop-ring handles, with embossed cartouche engraved with contemporary coat of arms, marks for Robert Peake, Britannia standard, .958 fine, 68.76 oz. T., 8 x 12 x 11-1/2 in.

Provenance: L. & W. Duvallier, Dublin, 2015

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

The arms are those of Gooche, Googe, or Good, or Wenlock. Silver monteiths by Peake of 1700 and 1701 are listed in Georgina E. Lee, British Silver Monteith Bowls, London, 1978, nos. 129 and 147; the latter, of the exceptional weight of 224 oz. from the collection of the Earl of Lincoln, is now in the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Massachusetts.

31 Fine Irish Chippendale Carved Mahogany Bottle Stand circa 1760, dense figured mahogany, deeply scalloped form with gadrooned molding, finely carved skirt with punchwork ground, paw feet, fitted with eight conforming hand blown clear glass decanters, 23-1/2 x 28-1/2 x 161/2 in.

Provenance: With R. A. Lee, 25 November 1964; Christie’s London, “The Samuel Messer Collection”, December 5, 1991 lot 103; Norman Adams, London

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000

Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, ‘Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design’, March 2015-June 2015, catalog no. 242.

Literature: Illustrated in The Knight of Glin and James Peill, Irish Furniture, p. 236 catalog. no. 176. An exceptional example of this classic Irish form. A very closely related example from the Howth Castle Collection, with similar carving but lacking the punchwork ground, sold at Fonsie Mealy’s Auction, September 8, 2021, lot 392.

George II Irish Silver Wine Funnel, William Townsend Dublin, circa 1751, chased with Bacchus holding a bottle and seated astride a barrel, twining grapevine, Rococo cartouche engraved with crest, marks for William Townsend, .925 fine, 2.76 oz. T., 4-5/8 x 3-1/8 in.

Provenance: William Crofton, Dublin, 2015

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

George IV Scottish Silver Wine Funnel Edinburgh, 1821, grape and vine decoration, maker “JMD?”, .925 fine, 4.56 oz. T., 5-1/2 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

Extremely Rare Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Hairy Paw Foot Armchair 1765-1770, with fine leaf and ruffle carving attributed to the “Spikey Leaf” carver, boldly formed front legs with hairy paw feet, slip seat with silk damask upholstery, replaced pierced splat, 41 x 28 x 24 in.

Provenance: Valdemar Jacobsen, New York; Joseph Sprain, Philadelphia; William K. DuPont, 1993; George S. Parker II

Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000

This chair is thought to be the only known Philadelphia hairy paw foot armchair in existence. It is accompanied by an extensive writeup by Alan Miller regarding the quality and rarity of this example.

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Uncommon Skill: The Works of Alan Miller and Bill McCarthy p. 73 figure 48.

Highly Important Irish George II Carved Mahogany Side Table: The Devenish Table circa 1755, figured top with a molded edge, deeply carved latticework skirt with foliate swags, the front skirt centering a robustly carved lion mask with protruding tongue and wild crisply carved flowing mane and beard, flanked by pairs of swags of oak leaves with acorns and flower heads supported at each end by further flower heads and scrolled acanthus leaves, on acanthus leaf carved cabriole legs, the paw feet with scrolled leaf carved ankles, the side skirts with a scallop shell above swags of drapery supported at each corner by flower heads and scrolled leaves, the back legs similarly carved to those at the front, 31-1/4 x 56 x 30-3/4 in.

Provenance: Collection of Dr. Cremins, Dublin, Ireland; Thence by descent to his daughter sold, Messrs. Hamilton, Osbourne, and King, Fine Art Auctioneers, Blackrock Co. Ireland, June 2000; Tom Devenish; Sotheby’s New York, 24 April 2008, lot 133; Sotheby’s New York, 23 October 2013, lot 148; Clive Devenish; Apter Fredericks; London

Estimate: $120,000 - $180,000

Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, “Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690-1840”, March-June 2015. Illustrated in the accompanying catalog, figure 5, catalog no. 236

Fine George II Eagle Carved Ash and Needlework Upholstered Armchair likely Irish or Scottish, circa 1730, needlepoint upholstered back and seat flanked by boldly formed serpentine arms ending with deeply carved eagle’s heads, on serpentine leaf and carved bellflower supports, scaled cabriole legs with shell carved knees on eagle-claw and ball feet, 41-3/4 x 32 x 25 in.

Provenance: Collection of Abby and George O’Neill; sold Christie’s New York, October 20, 2020, lot 61

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

William and Mary Carved and Painted Elm Royal Coat of Arms, House of Stuart English, late 17th century, centered with coat of arms surrounded by garter banner inscribed “Honi soit qui mal y pense”, flanked by rampant lion and unicorn atop banner reading “Dieu et mon droit”, 15-1/2 x 17 x 4 in.

Provenance: Cheffins, Cambridge, United Kingdom, July 1, 2021, lot 462; Corfield Morris Ltd., London, England, July 2021 (accompanied by copy of receipt)

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Carved Oak Royal Coat of Arms, Charles I English, 17th century, centered with coat of arms surrounded by garter banner inscribed “Honi soit qui mal y pense”, flanked by rampant lion and unicorn atop banner reading “Dieu et mon droit”, 13-1/2 x 23-1/4 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Arthur Brett & Sons, Ltd, Norwich, 1993; Lyon and Turnbull, The Contents of Farley Hall, October 13, 2016, Lot 12; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Giles Grendey Attributed George II Carved and Needlework Upholstered Footstool, British, circa 1740, attributed to Giles Grendey, walnut with rich brown color, with acanthus carved knees and ball and claw feet, the back of each leg with stamped initials “WF”, 16-1/4 x 23 x 19 in.

Provenance: New Orleans Auction, July 18th, 1998, lot 1086

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

As Tim Corfield notes, “Giles Grendey seems to have been one of the only furniture suppliers in the early 18th century to ask his journeymen to stamp their work with their initials in this way. So much so that when a piece is stamped this way, it is often attributed to his workshop.”

Fine and Rare Queen Anne Carved Walnut and Parcel Gilt Footstool, British, early 18th century, the carved and gilt legs featuring ears in the form of lifelike carvings of wolf hounds, carved paw feet, needlework upholstery, 18-1/2 x 18-1/2 x 15-1/2 in.

Provenance: Phillips of Hitchin, Hertfordshire; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

George II Irish Silver Two Handle Cup and Cover, John Hamilton Dublin, 1738, urn form on four paw feet with lion’s-mask, lower body chased with flutes, upper body chased with fruit festoons, swags, Bacchic heads and shells, each side centering a Rococo cartouche with winged sphinx, one cartouche engraved with a crest, the domed cover chased with gadrooning and leaf calyx, surmounted by a flame finial, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 65.79 oz. T., 12-3/4 x 12-1/4 x 6-1/4 in.

Provenance: Property of a Swiss Private Collector; Christie’s New York, May 23, 2007, lot 168; Jonathan Trace, June 2007 (accompanied by copy of receipt)

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

The crest is that of Cooke.

Fine Irish George II Carved Mahogany Chest on Stand mid 18th century, richly grained mahogany throughout, top opening to a light wood veneered interior, single dovetailed drawer, the well carved frame with scrolling foliage and rosettes centering a lion mask, conforming carved sides, paw feet, 44 x 52 x 26-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sotheby’s London, March 4th, 1994, lot 243; Christie’s New York, January 21st, 1999, lot 332

Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000

Exhibited: The Art Institute of Chicago, ‘Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design, 1690-1840’, March 2025-June 2025. Illustrated in the accompanying catalog p.169, catalog no. 225.

Literature: Illustrated in Irish Furniture by the Knight of Glin and James Peill, pg. 245, plate 174.

42 Important Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Chest on Chest circa 1765, with virtuoso carving attributed to Nicholas Bernard and Martin Jugiez, fine proportions, mahogany with white cedar, yellow pine, and poplar, original pierced brasses, fine old surface, 96 x 47-1/2 x 24-1/2 in., uppercase width 37-3/4 in.

Provenance: Purchased from Mrs. Samuel Auchincloss, Marietta, Pennsylvania, March, 1954; Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Lammot du Pont Copeland, Wilmington, Delaware; sold Sotheby’s New York, The Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Lamont du Pont Copeland, January 19, 2002, lot 189; Alan Miller

Estimate: $200,000 - $400,000

Literature: Morrison Hecksher, “Living with Antiques: Mount Cuba in Delaware”, Magazine Antiques, May, 1987, pg. 1082, plate VI.

George IV Irish Silver Monumental Salver, William Nowlan Dublin, 1824, rim with heads of Flora at intervals, chased and embossed with heads representing the Four Seasons between scrolls, flowers, grapevine, and panthers, leafy paw feet, center engraved coat of arms and motto, marks for William Nowlan, .925 fine, retailed by Law Gadroon, 134.62 oz. T., 2-1/2 x 20-1/2 in.

Provenance: Bonhams, November 21, 2018, lot 145

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

The arms are those of Grant for Sir Maxwell Grant and showing the medals he won in the Peninsular War.

George II English Silver Brazier, Paul Crespin London, 1732, round form engraved and pierced decoration on sides, lions head and bail handles, four pad feet with acanthus headers, coat of arms on each side, marks for Paul Crespin, .925 fine, 39.80 oz. T., 3-1/2 x 9-1/2 x 8-1/2 in.; with modern glass liners

Provenance: Christie’s London, 10 July 1984, lot 399; Sotheby’s New York, 24 October 2000, lot 391; Sotheby’s Olympia (London), November 21, 2002; Bonham’s, London, 23 June 2021, lot 25

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

The arms are those of Howe, Viscount Howe.

Very Fine Haji Jalili Carpet Northwest Persia, late 19th century, carmel central medallion on tan field with trailing flowers, blue spandrels, tan borders, 10 ft. 11 in. x 14 ft. 8 in.

Provenance: Eliko Oriental Rugs, New York

Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000

Set of Four English Silver Candlesticks London, 1746, cast knopped stem and hexafoil base with shells, two with bobeche, all with matching crest, marks for William Gould, .925 fine, 96.32 oz. T., 8-1/2 in. and 9 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Fine George III Carved Mahogany Dish Top Candle Stand, British, 18th century, tilting top over a stop fluted standard and finely carved tripod base, 29-1/2 x 24 x 23-1/2 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

Federal Brass and Wirework D-Shaped Fire Fender, Together with a Pair of Queen Anne-Style Andirons the fender circa 1810, with brass rail and wirework swags, together with a modern pair of brass and iron andirons; fender 10-1/2 x 46 x 15-1/2 in.; andirons 19 x 6-1/4 x 9 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

49 Dutch Carved Oak Brass Mounted Foot Warmer 18th century, square form with pierced top and arced brass handle, hinged front panel with twist close mechanism, carved star and rondelle motifs, 8 x 9-3/4 x 8-5/8

Estimate: $400 - $600

Two Similar George II English Silver Candlesticks London, mid 18th century, case quatrefoil, shell cornered base, matching bobeche, one with marks for Simon Jouet, 1746 and one with marks for John Cafe, 1749, .925 fine, 24.55 oz. T., 5-3/4 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,500

George III English Silver Snuffers and Stand London, early 19th century, including stand with lion mask and eagles, marks for John Wakefield, 1818, 9 in.; snuffer with foliate and scroll decoration, marks for Thomas Robins, 1820, 7-1/4 in., both with matching coat of arms, .925 fine, 15.43 oz. T. total weight

Provenance: Corfield Morris, September 20, 2021

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

The arms are those of Lord Frederick FitzClarence (1799-1854), illegitimate son of the future King William IV by his mistress Dorothea Jordan, and his wife Lady Augusta Boyle, daughter of the Earl of Glasgow.

Fine Pair of American Federal Brass Andirons, Tongs and D-Shaped Fire Fender, 1780-1800, with lemon finials, spurred legs, and ball and claw feet, 24 x 13-3/4 x 20 x 33 in.; pair of brass and iron tongs with turned finial, 33 in.; fender 13 x 43-3/4 x 11 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

Federal Style Wirework and Brass D-Shaped Fire Fender, Together with a Pair of Chippendale Style Andirons, 20th century, urn and flame finials, together with a large pair Chippendale style andirons; fender 153/4 x 45-1/4 x 12 in.; andirons 23-1/2 x 13 x 23 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

Irish Regency Mahogany Brass Mounted Peat Bucket probably early 19th century, tapered form with removable brass liner and brass bail handle, removable base panel, approx. 13-1/2 x 12 x 12 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

55 Ornately Carved Wood and Leather Fireplace Bellows, Italian or French, possibly late 16th century, wood and leather construction with brass tacking and bronze nozzle, each of typical form with elaborately carved boards, figural decorations centering shield escutcheon, approx. 26 x 10-1/4 x 2-1/2 in.

Provenance: Tim Corfield

Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000

57 Fine George III Carved Mahogany and Needlework Fire Screen, British, 18th century, the needlework panel depicting a biblical scene with angels, the pole screen with inverted baluster and finely carved tripod base, 58-3/4 in. high; needlework panel 25-1/2 x 19-1/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

56 Fine Renaissance Carved Walnut and Leather Fireplace Bellows, Italian or French, possibly late 16th century, finely carved, wood and leather with brass tacking, lion carved base issuing a dragon figural bronze nozzle, angels and putti centering shield escutcheon, approx. 30-1/2 x 12-1/2 x 4-1/2 in.

Provenance: Tim Corfield

Estimate: $1,500 - $3,000

58 Fine George III Carved Mahogany and Needlework Fire Screen

British, third quarter 18th century, the fine needlework and petit point panel depicting courtiers with floral surround and carved mahogany molding set on a stop fluted and carved stand with scrolled feet, 67-1/2 in. high; needlework panel 38 x 22 in.

Provenance: (needlework panel) sold Sotheby’s London, June 2, 2000, lot 10

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

Fine George II Carved Mahogany Satyr Mask Console Table with Rare Fluorite Top Irish or London, circa 1740, robustly carved in the Roman style with Vitruvian scrolls, egg and dart moldings and deeply rendered masks with lion’s paw feet, set with a rare purple, green, and white fluorite top (probably Derbyshire Spar) with rouge and white marble border, 32-3/4 x 45 x 25 in.

Provenance: Percival D. Griffiths, Sandridgebury, Hertfordshire; Christie’s London, 10-12 May 1939, lot 251; Frederick Poke, Longholm, Parkside, Wimbledon Common and by descent; Sotheby’s London, 13 June 2001, lot 75; Clinton Howell; Christie’s, 17 October 2008, lot 20; Alan Miller

Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000

Exhibited: Coventry, The Herbert Art Gallery, on loan 1982-1997

Literature: R. W. Symonds, The Present State of Old English Furniture, 1921, fig. 68.; R. W. Symonds, English Furniture from Charles II to George II, 1929, pp. 191 & 217, figs. 147 & 177.

According to Tim Corfield, “This extraordinary table has been in two of the most iconic 20th century collections- that of Percival Griffiths and later Frederick Poke. It has been featured in two books by R.W. Symonds, who was a noted furniture historian and curator. The carved decoration, which is very much in the manner of William Kent, who was largely responsible for the introduction of the Italian Baroque taste to Britain, would have been the height of fashion in the 1740s. The use of the satyr in the center of the frieze suggests that this might be an Irish table, but it could just as easily have been made in London. The lion masks on the legs of this table could be from the same workshop as the drop leaf dining table also in the Krouse collection. The fespar veneered stone top using book matched panels to create striking patterns is very beautiful but is probably associated.”

George I Carved and Gilt Mirror

British, circa 1715, carved, gessoed, and gilt frame with scrolled central crest over a scallop shell, old distressed mirror plate, 51 x 24 x 4 in.

Provenance: Christie’s and Sotheby’s stickers verso

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Provenance: C.W. Fewel III & Company, Jackson, Mississippi

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

George III Carved and Gilt Mirror

British, circa 1775, carved and gilt frame with fruit and foliate motifs, centering an old distressed mirror plate, 56 x 28 x 6 in.

Provenance: Chaliss House, Jackson Street, San Francisco

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

George

Carved Mahogany Blue Damask Upholstered Library Armchair

British, circa 1745, with carving in the manner of Giles Grendey, the carved frame with acanthus carved legs and ball and claw feet, set with blue damask upholstery with brass tacking, 38 x 27-1/2 x 30 in.

George III Carved Mahogany Blue Damask Upholstered Library Armchair

British, circa 1760, mahogany frame with molded square legs and brass casters, fine blue silk damask upholstery with brass tacking, 38 x 28 x 30-1/2 in.

(British, 1711-1787)

Portrait of Thomas Starkie, of Frenchwood House, Preston, England, full-length, sitting by a tree, holding a book, circa 1749, unsigned, various labels verso, oil on canvas, 25-1/2 x 18-7/8 in.; an appropriate Louis XV style carved and gilt wood frame, 32-1/8 x 25-3/8 x 2-3/8 in.

Provenance: Lady Mountain, Dunkeld House; With Pawsey & Payne, London, 1924 (as depicting Albury Church, near Guildford); Sotheby’s United Kingdom, Town & Country: A Private Collection, December 3-14, 2021, lot 60

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

This painting is the second version of the portrait painted in 1749 and now held by the Harris Museum and Art Gallery in Preston.

Thomas Starkie, a Preston solicitor and son of Nicholas Starkie, Attorney General of the County Palatine, was an active Town Council member alongside his brother Edmund. Both were noted for their Jacobite sympathies. Elected mayor of Preston in 1754, Starkie is shown here at Frenchwood House, built around 1730. Behind him stretch views of the Ribble Valley, Saint Leonard’s Church at Walton-le-Dale, and Hoghton Tower on the distant hill.

Reference: S. Sartin, Polite Society by Arthur Devis, 1712-1787: Portraits of the English Country Gentleman and His Family, Preston 1983, p. 50, no. 21, reproduced in catalog.

Portrait of a gentleman leaning against a painted chair on a terrace, signed and dated lower left “Art. Devis/fe. 1755.”, full-length, oil on canvas, 29-1/2 x 25 in.; 18th century gilt wood running pattern frame, 37 x 32 x 2-1/2 in.

Provenance: Ian Douglas Leonard Cochrane, 14th Earl of Dundonald; Christie’s London, June 16, 1961, lot 56, to Leggatt for 5,200 Guineas; The Viscountess Rothermere (1929-1992); Anonymous sale (‘The Property of a Lady’), London, Christie’s, 16 July 1982, lot 60; Private collection, U.K; Sotheby’s London, December 14, 2021, lot 52

Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000

Literature: E.G. D’Oench, Arthur Devis: Master of the Georgian Conversation Piece, unpublished PhD thesis, 1979, p. 469, cat. no. 222; E.G. D’Oench, The Conversation Piece, Arthur Devis and his contemporaries, New Haven 1980, p. 91, cat. no. 222 Exhibited: Bath, Holbourne Museum, on loan from 1988-2006

George II English Silver Basket, William Cripps London, 1754, open shell form, rim with sand crusted shell rim, pierced sides, overhanging scroll handle formed mermaid head and torso and entwined double tail, three dolphin feet, crest on mermaid torso, marks for William Cripps, .925 fine, 65.59 oz. T., 9-1/2 x 11 x 14-1/4 in.

Estimate: $12,000 - $18,000

The earliest known basket in this shell form, by Paul de Lamerie, is now in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Other baskets of this form were produced by William Cripps, Thomas Heming and Phillips (or Phillip) Garden.

George II English Silver Basket, Thomas Gilpin London, 1741, slightly bombe oval form, chased rims, pierced sides, rim linking classical mask, acanthus sprays, swing handle with female caryatid supports, flat strap chased handle and laughing satyr mask at base, hairy leg and paw feet, marks for Thomas Gilpin, .925 fine, 60.50 oz. T., 10 x 13 x 13-1/2 in.

Provenance: M.S. Rau, New Orleans, 2000

Estimate: $4,000 - $8,000

Arthur Devis

Arthur Devis (British, 1711-1787)

68 George II Irish Silver Salver, John Hamilton Dublin, circa 1750, shaped border with scroll, shell, and foliate border, chased center with scroll, diaper, shell, and fruit decoration, three open mouthed dolphin feet, central cartouche with coat of arms, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 59.74 oz. T., 1-3/4 x 15-1/2 in.

Estimate: $5,000 - $6,000 The arms are those of MacSwynie impaling Antrobus.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

Provenance: Antonio’s Antiques, San Francisco

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

70 Georgian Irish Silver Mounted Coconut Cup Dublin, circa 1760-70, coconut body with applied scroll handles, scalloped rim, rosette finial, three lion mask and paw feet, .925 fine, 5-1/4 x 6-3/4 x 4 in.

Provenance: Apter-Fredericks, LTD., London 2002

Estimate:

Fine George II Carved Mahogany and Yellow Silk Damask Upholstered Settee British, circa 1755, with serpentine back rest and scrolled arms, leaf carved legs with ball and claw feet, well carved mahogany frame with rich brown color, finely upholstered in yellow silk damask, 36 x 84 x 33 in.

$12,000 - $18,000

Fine Dutch Delft Polychrome Bottle Vase 17th/18th century, in green, blue, and yellow chinoiserie decoration, 12-1/4 x 6-3/8 x 6-3/8 in.

Provenance: Mark & Marjorie Allen Antiques, Guilford, New Hampshire (label); Christie’s New York, The Collection of Benjamin F. Edwards, January 26, 2010, lot 252

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

Pair of George III Carved Mahogany Side Chairs British, circa 1760s, each with carved crest and pierced splat, blue damask upholstery, 37-1/2 x 20-1/2 x 22 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

English Delft Blue and White Cistern with Satyr Head Spout, London or perhaps Liverpool, circa 1710-30, with two dome handles, the body in chinoiserie landscape, 12-1/8 x 11 x 13 in.

Provenance: Jonathan Horne Antiques, Ltd., London; Syd Levethan: The Longridge Collection; Mark & Marjorie Allen, New Hampshire; sold Christie’s New York, The Collection of Benjamin F. Edwards III, January 26, 2010, lot 369

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Literature: This cistern is pictured in The Longridge Collection of English Slipware and Defltware, Volume 1 by Leslie B. Grigsby, fig. D231, p. 256-257.

Dutch Delft Blue and White Seven Piece Garniture 18th/19th century, comprising: two lidded baluster form vases with foliate finials, 15-1/2 x 6-1/2 x 5-3/4 in.; three lidded baluster form vases with bird finials, each signed illegibly on vase, 13-1/2 x 5-1/2 x 4 in.; pair of octagonal trumpet form vases, 9-1/4 x 5-1/8 x 4-1/2 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Rare Nevers Faience Blue and Manganese Inkstand, French, early 18th century, the base marked “M.”, in chinoiserie and scrolling decoration, 5-3/4 x 11 x 7-1/4 in.

Provenance: Mackinnon Fine Furniture and Works of Art, London, England, sold May 6, 2021 (accompanied by copy of invoice)

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500

A vase bearing a similar mark sold at Bonham’s Paris, Fired Beauty: 500 Years of European Ceramics, November 15, 2023, lot 7.

Rare English Delft Polychrome Flower Brick Liverpool, mid 18th century, in cobalt and yellow floral decoration, 3-1/2 x 6-1/4 x 2-5/8 in.

Provenance: Mark & Marjorie Allen Antiques, Guilford, New Hampshire; Christies New York, The Collection of Benjamin F. Edwards III, January 26, 2010, lot 364

Estimate: $600 - $900

Pair of Dutch Delft Blue and White Lidded Bottle Vases, 18th century, each marked on base “VE” and with green man masks, 15 x 10-3/8 x 5-1/4 in.

Provenance: Thomas Livingston Antiques, San Francisco, 2004

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Dutch Delft Polychrome Wall Sconce circa 1760, fitted with a brass candle arm, 14-3/4 x 123/4 x 7-1/2 in.

Provenance: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Ginsburg Sale, August 3, 2003, lot 1661

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

Fine and Rare Philadelphia Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Turret Top Games Table, Pennsylvania, circa 1765, very dense mahogany throughout, the carving possibly by Nicholas Bernard, fold over turret top and scalloped skirt, on finely carved legs with robust ball and claw feet, 29-3/4 x 32 x 16 in.

Provenance: F.J. Carey III, Penllyn, Pennsylvania, 2004; Alan Miller, Quakertown, Pennsylvania

Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000

Matched Set of Two George II Irish Silver Beer Jugs, John Moore Dublin, 1745, pear form body, one with queen below spout and one with a jester below spout, floral, fruit, and scroll chased decoration, ruffled cartouches with contemporary coat of arms and crest, marks for John Moore, .925 fine, 53.62 oz. T., one 6-5/8 x 7-1/2 x 5 in. and one 6-1/2 x 7-3/4 x 5 in.

Provenance: Collection Thomas Sinsteden; Duvallier Antiques, Dublin

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000

Exhibited: Chicago, 2015: Art Institute of Chicago, Ireland, “Crossroads of Art and Design”, 1690-1840, March 7-June 7, 2015, illustrated in accompanying catalogue by William Laffan and Christopher Monkhouse, p. 215.

George II English Silver Cup and Cover London, 1755, urn form body, deeply embossed and chased with Rococo scrolls and floral decoration, scroll handles, openwork finial, later crest and motto, marks for William Shaw & William Priest, .925 fine, 78.64 oz. T., 14 x 11 x 6-5/8 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 The crest and motto are those of Carrington, as borne by the Barons Carrington, a family noted for their silver collection.

George II Figured Mahogany Compass Seat Side Chair, British, mid 18th century, dense figured mahogany throughout, leaf carved knees, yellow silk damask upholstery, veneered splat and stiles, 38-1/2 x 19 x 22 in.

Estimate: $400 - $600

Two 18th Century Side Chairs comprising: probably Irish, mahogany, with shell carved knees and pad feet; New England, Queen Anne maple side chair with scalloped skirt and horse bone legs; larger 41-1/2 x 22-1/2 x 21 in.

Estimate: $400 - $600

George II Carved Mahogany Writing Chair British, mid 18th century, corner chair with quatrefoil pierced splats, shell carved front leg, yellow silk damask upholstered slip seat, 32-3/4 x 31 x 26-1/2 in.

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

Thomas Beach, Portrait of a Lady (British, 1738-1806)

Seated, wearing a blue gown, lace fichu and cap, 1769, inscribed, signed and dated lower right “Aetate. 50./T. Beach/1769”, oil on canvas, 30 x 24-3/4 in.; fine carved and gilt wood reticulated frame, 39 x 33-7/8 x 1-1/2 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina; Brunk Auctions, November 18, 2016, Lot 707

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

87 Attributed to Francis Hayman (British, 1708-1776)

Full portrait of a Boy, said to be Master W. Kyrle Fox, 1762, dated lower left “1762”, inscribed verso stretcher, oil on canvas, 40 x 30-3/4 in.; 18th century or style Lely-type panel frame, 47-1/4 x 38-1/4 x 2-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sotheby’s, November 22, 1961, lot 180; W. Russell Button, Inc., Douglas, Michigan, purchased 1978; Brunk Auctions, November 19, 2016, Lot 733

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

Irish George II Carved Shell Carved Mahogany Card Table mid 18th century, deeply carved apron with scrolling leaves and rosettes centering a scallop shell, the side skirts similarly carved, 28-1/2 x 32 x 16 in., opens to 31-1/2 in.

Provenance: Hyde Park Antiques, New York

Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000

89 George II Irish Silver Basket, Robert Calderwood Dublin, 1743, oval form, pierced and engraved sides with scroll, fruit, and foliage, rim of cherub faces and shell clusters, bail handle with scroll cherub head supports, base with Rococo cartouche with engraved crest, four impressive mask feet, marks for Robert Calderwood, .925 fine, later French import marks, 51.29 oz. T., 9-1/2 x 13 x 11-1/2 in.

Provenance: L. & W. Duvallier, London, 2017

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

This piece follows closely models by Paul de Lamerie.

Exceptional Pair of George III Carved and Gilt Wood Ho-Ho Bird Wall Brackets, probably mid 18th century, intricate frieze decoration depicting bird among scrolling foliage surmounted by shelf with wreath edges, 21 x 17 x 8-1/4 in.

Provenance: Mackinnon Fine Furniture, London, England

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

Follower of William Hogarth, A Conversation Piece (British, 1697-1764)

A group gathered around a table and a harpsichord in a garden, unsigned, oil on canvas, 25-1/4 x 33-5/8 in; fine 18th century carved and gilt wood frame, 33-3/4 x 42 x 2-3/4 in.

Provenance: Sotheby’s March, 26, 1975, lot 56, as “attributed to A. Devis” (Arthur Devis), from an anonymous Irish family

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

See Hogarth’s Conversation Piece with Sir Andrew Fointaine, circa 1730-1735, held by the Philadelphia Museum of Art for a similar subject.

Attributed to John Joseph Barker of Bath (British, 1824-1904)

A Family on an Equestrian Outing, unsigned, oil on canvas, 28-1/2 x 36-3/8 in.; gilt and painted wood frame, 33-1/4 x 41-1/4 x 3 in.

Provenance: Caledonian, Inc, Winnetka, Illinois, purchased 1980; Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina; Brunk Auctions, November 18, 2016, lot 732

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

A label verso indicates this work may have been in the collection of “Lord Fitzwilliam” and also states this work “thought to be one of the best works by J. Barker.”

Pair of George II English Silver Sauce Boats, Ayme Videau London, 1751, large form body with applied floral and fruit swags, scroll handle with eagle head, three feet with female masks with ruffle scroll feet, engraved with badger crest, marks for Ayme Videau, .925 fine, 41.22 oz. T., 5 x 7-3/4 x 4-3/4 in.

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Two Matching George II English Silver Tapersticks, Samuel Courtauld London, 1757-1759, crested baluster stems with Rococo scrolls and flowers, detachable bobeches, ruffled cartouche with crest, marks for Samuel Courtauld, .925 fine, 12.57 oz. T., 6 in.

Provenance: Mary Cooke Antiques Ltd., May 2, 2021 (accompanied by copy of receipt)

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Exceptional George II Carved and Gilt Wood Eagle Figural Mirror

British, mid 18th century, robustly carved mirror, dramatic spread wing eagle flanked by urn and flower finials, the open work frame with deeply carved leaves, fruit, and scrolls, old distressed mirror plate, 63 x 35 x 10 in.

Provenance: Adam’s, Dublin, 15 October 2019 lot 416; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

Attributed to Sir Thomas Lawrence (British, 1769-1830)

Portrait of a Lady, in a lace cap, lace-trimmed gown, and watch chain, circa 1830, oil on canvas, 30 x 25-1/8 in.; gilt wood and composition frame, 37 x 32 x 3 in.

Estimate: $6,000 - $9,000

Kenneth Garlick, in his catalogue raisonne of the paintings of Thomas Lawrence, lists many portraits of various unpictured women, painted in the 1820s up to 1830 and of the same size. It is possible this portrait could be among them. Some portraits similarly feature a drape, architecture such as a spire within the landscape.

97 Follower of Antoine Vestier (French, 1740-1824)

Portrait of a Lady in a lace-trimmed red gown with one hand holding a dianthus and the other resting on a tray of jewelry and vertu, unsigned, oil on canvas, 38 x 28-7/8 in.; fine carved and gilt wood Rococo frame, 48-1/2 x 40 x 4 in.

Provenance: Christie’s South Kensington, April 19, 2000, lot 291

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Fine George III Lion Carved Mahogany Double Chair Back Settee probably Irish, circa 1740s, carved crest rail centering a mask, finely carved lion’s head and mane hand grips, needlework upholstered slip seat, on early brass and leather casters, 44 x 66 x 24 in.

Provenance: William Blair, LTD., New Orleans, Louisiana, July 2000

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

Literature: Antiques and Fine Art, May/June, 2000, p. 38 (advertisement)

Set of Four George III Regency Gilt English Silver Candlesticks, William Pitts, London, 1816, cast in Rococo revival style, the bases with lion, salamander, and dolphin, the stems with eagle, crested under barons coronet on base rims and bobeches, marks for William Pitts, .925 fine, 245.08 oz. T., 12-3/8 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, United Kingdom; Martyn Downer Works of Art, Ltd.

Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000

The crest and coronet are those of Rowland, for General Rowland Hill, 1st Viscount Hill of Almarez (1772-1842), Peninsular War hero who also fought at Waterloo. The sticks are accompanied by a biography of the original owner, Wellington’s Right Hand by Joanna Hill. (with book)

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Large George III Chinese Chippendale Carved and Gilt Mirror British, probably 18th century, surmounted by an impressive spread wing phoenix holding a garland of fruit and flowers, deeply carved frame, distressed mirror plate, 64 x 36 x 8 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Estimate:

George III English Silver Nine Basket Epergne, Thomas Pitts

London, 1763, oval form, openwork baskets and waste, floral swag and foliate decoration, beaded borders, a hanging apron of swag decoration, four arms with trays and four arms with baskets, main basket interior with later engraved coat of arms in drapery cartouche, smaller baskets and dishes with later crest, marks for Thomas Pitts, .925 fine, 168.97 oz. T., 13-1/2 x 29 x 28 in.

Provenance: M.S. Rau, New Orleans, 1999 (accompanied by copy of receipt)

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

Literature: The Magazine Antiques, p. 576 (advertisement)

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102 Fine Irish George II Carved Mahogany Games Table mid-18th century, rich brown patinated color, baize-lined playing surface, finely carved skirt and legs, paw feet, 28-3/4 x 35 x 17-1/2 in.

$6,000 - $8,000

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Set of 12 George III English Silver Dinner Plates, William Bennett London, 1812, round with gadroon, shell, foliate, and palmette rims, engraved with arms on drapery mantle and with crest, marks for William Bennett, .925 fine, 368.23 oz. T., 10-1/2 in.

Provenance: Christie’s, Property from Stanton Court, Gloucestershire, June 6, 2017, lot 110

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

The arms are those of Canning quartering Salmon, Marshall and Newburgh impaling another, probably Stewart, for George Canning, later 1st Baron Garvagh (17781840) and his first wife Lady Georgina (d. 1804), daughter of Robert, 1st Marquess of Londonderry, whom he married in 1803.

104

George II Irish Silver Coffee Pot, James Warren, Dublin, circa 1755, cylindrical body, one side decorated with Amphitrite with trident rising from a shell and dolphin, other side with pair of birds, fluted spout, bud finial, Rococo cartouches, wooden handle, one engraved with arms and crest, marks for James Warren, .925 fine, 29.71 oz. T., 10-1/4 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

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105

George II Irish Silver Coffee Pot circa 1745, cylindrical body, one side decorated with couple having coffee at a table, other side with Neptune and trident reclining on shell with dolphin, ring base, both sides with ruffled cartouche, one with later Caldwell arms, one with later monogram, maker’s mark “GB”, possibly George Beere, 29.06 oz. T., 9-1/2 x 8-3/4 x 4-1/4 in.

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Very Fine Set of Eight George II Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, British, circa 1740s, rich brown color, each with a balloon shaped seat, finely carved crest and splat, needlework upholstered slip seats, 39 x 22 x 20 in.

Provenance: some chairs with old label “Shein Collection”; sold Pook & Pook, November 14, 2014

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

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Exceptional George II Figured and Carved Mahogany Drop Leaf Table probably Irish, mid 18th century, thick, heavy, highly figured solid mahogany top with two drop leaves, rich dark brown color, powerfully carved legs with mask and leaf knees and lion’s paw feet, oak secondary, 29 x 66 x 24 in., opens to 68-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sold Cheffins, 13 September 2017; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $20,000 - $30,000

This remarkable table ranks among the very finest examples known from mid 18th century Ireland. For a related example, see The Knight of Glin and James Piell, Irish Furniture, p. 242 catalog no. 158 (subsequently sold Christie’s London, May 7, 2009, lot 94).

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Exceptional Irish George II Carved Mahogany Games Table circa 1740-1760, a superlative example of the form, with crisp carving and fine rich patinated surface, the perfectly balanced skirt centering a lion mask applique, the rich leg carving reaches almost to the paw feet, 293/4 x 35-3/4 x 17-1/2 in.

Provenance: In possession of the Leathem Family of Mount Norris House, Newcastle, Co. Down in the 1960s; sold Bonham’s London, November 24, 2004 lot 85; Private Collection, purchased through Tim Corfield

Estimate: $80,000 - $120,000

Exhibited: Art Institute of Chicago, “Ireland: Crossroads of Art and Design 1690-1840”, illustrated in the accompanying catalog, no. 233.

According to Tim Corfield, “This is without a doubt the finest Irish card table presently known. It has all the features of one of the larger side tables of the period but brilliantly scaled down to create a table of elegance and lightness. The carving of the lion’s mask is exceptional, as is the complex shaping of the apron accentuated by the flowing leaf carving. The way the carving on the legs extends almost to the feet is very successful. It is illustrated in The Knight of Glin and J. Piell, Irish Furniture, as fig. 132, and it is comparable with the tea table made for Platten Hall (fig. 156 of Irish Furniture) and almost certainly by the same hand. Finally, it has a wonderful patinated surface.”

109

George II English Silver Basket, Edward Wakelin

London, 1749, oval form with ornate openwork decoration, pierced with trim of grapevine, satyr masks, and panthers licking grapes, hinged scroll handle with head of Mercury, dramatic shell feet headed by masks of Ceres, central base engraved with coat of arms, marks for Edward Wakelin, .925 fine, 96.86 oz. T., 11-1/4 x 13 x 14-1/2 in.

Provenance: S.J. Shrubsole, New York; William Crofton, Dublin, 2020

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

The arms are those of Sykes of Sledmere, County Yorkshire, probably for Joseph Sykes, twice Mayor of Hull, deputy lieutenant for the East Riding 1723, who married in 1754 Dorothy, daughter of Nicholas Twigg. She died in 1796 and he in 1805. His son was created baronet in 1783.

110

George II Irish Silver Soup Tureen, Michael Fowler

Dublin, 1754, oval body with foliate and foxes, lid chased Rococo band, artichoke finial, scroll and foliate handles, tall lion mask legs with paw feet resting on ruffled shells, sides with Rococo cartouches, marks for Michael Fowler, .925 fine, 114.0 oz. T., 10 x 16 x 9 in.

Provenance: Private Italian Collection; L. & W. Duvallier, Dublin, 2016

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

111

Important Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Tall Case Clock, Attributed to the Garvan Carver Pennsylvania, circa 1755, the carving attributed to the Garvan high chest carver, elaborately carved and figured waisted case, the arched brass and silvered dial signed “Carel Christoffel Tappe Amsterdam”, with brass movement, period weights, one of them with engraved inscription “This clock was brought to the province of Pennsylvania from Amsterdam, 1738”, 106 x 23 x 11-1/2 in.

Provenance: Bob Stuart, Pennsylvania; F.J. Carey III, Penllyn, Pennsylvania; Alan Miller, Quakertown, Pennsylvania

Estimate: $100,000 - $200,000

112

Very Fine Pair of Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Walnut Side Chairs Pennsylvania, 1765 to 1775, the knee carving attributed to John Pollard, the crest carving attributed to the carver known as “Spike”, the front rails marked III and VIII, 40 x 24-1/2 x 23 in.

Provenance: (chair III) A Pennsylvania family;

Sotheby’s New York, December 8, 1984, lot 379; Israel Sack, Inc., New York, 1988;

E.J. Nusrala, St. Louis, Missouri;

Christie’s New York, Property from the Collection of Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Nusrala, January 21, 2006, lot 678 (chair VIII) The George Horace Lorimer Collection; Benjamin Ginsburg, New York;

Christie’s New York, The Contents of Benjamin Ginsburg, Antiquary, including the Property of Cora Ginsburg, October 14-15, 1983, lot 732; Purchased from Israel Sack, Inc., New York, 1988; E.J. Nusrala, St. Louis, Missouri;

Christie’s New York, Property from the Collection of Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Nusrala, January 21, 2006, lot 678

Estimate: $20,000 - $40,000

Literature: Patricia E. Kane, “Living with Antiques: A Saint Louis couple collects,” The Magazine Antiques (May 2002), p. 117, pl. VIII. Israel Sack, Inc., American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, vol. 8, p. 2083, P5337 (chair VIII).

Exhibited: One of these two chairs, or another from the same set, was included in the famous Girl Scout Loan Exhibition in New York in 1929. The catalog notes that it is “A splendid example of great individuality and charm, it deserves a place with the best of Philadelphia’s eighteenth century furniture.”; Brooklyn, New York, The Brooklyn Art Museum, 1950-1968 (chair VIII); St. Louis, Missouri, The Saint Louis Art Museum, “Useful Beauty: Early American Decorative Arts from St. Louis Collections”, June 19-August 15, 1999 (no. 7 in accompanying catalog by David H. Conradsen).

113

Fox Family Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest Philadelphia, 1765-1775, the carving possibly by John Pollard, with carved pitch pediment centering a drapery and diaper work carved central plinth fitted with a dramatic carved phoenix cartouche, highly figured mahogany veneers, the drawers set with original gilt brass Rococo pulls, on original ogee bracket feet, 89 x 48 x 24 in.

Provenance: Joseph Fox family, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Mr. and Mrs. Harley Niles Trice II, Pittsburgh; Alan Miller, Quakertown, Pennsylvania; the carved phoenix cartouche acquired separately from the estate of Meade Easby, Philadelphia, sold Freeman’s Auction, possibly 2005

Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000

Few Philadelphia chest on chests with pierced pitch pediments survive from the period. Two are illustrated in Horner’s Blue Book of Philadelphia Furniture, plates 147 and 152. Another example, with solid pitch pediment and similarly highly figured mahogany, is in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. See Kirtley, American Furniture 1650-1840, catalog no. 105.

The period phoenix finial now mounted on the chest turned up at a Pennsylvania auction and is attributed to the carvers of that city, and is perfectly at home on its perch on this impressive chest.

115

Fine Pair of George III Carved and Gilt Wood Wall Brackets mid 18th century, intricately carved C-scroll bracket with acanthus leaves and flowers surmounted by pierced and shaped shelves, 15-1/4 x 11-3/4 x 8-1/4 in.

Provenance: Apter-Fredricks, London, England, 2004

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

117 Rare American Chippendale Carved Mahogany Corner Chair, New York, circa 1770s, with heart pierced splats, cabriole legs with well-formed ball and claw feet, leather slip seat over a chamber pot, 311/2 x 19 x 26 in.

Provenance: Robert O. Stuart, Limington, Maine

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

Examples of this form with ball and claw feet are very scarce.

114

A Pair of British School Portraits, Berkeley Family History, (18th century)

The 1745 wedding portraits of The Honorable Charles Berkeley (1701-1756), holding a cat, and The Honorable Mrs. Berkeley, Frances West Killigrew (born 1705), each inscribed lower left with sitters’ names, he inscribed verso frame “No. 41-762 Wodehouse”, oil on coarse linen, 30-1/4 x 25 in.; fine matching 18th century carved and gilt wood frames, 37 x 32 x 2-5/8 in.

Provenance: Presumed Charles and Frances Berkeley; to their daughter Sophia Berkeley Wodehouse (1747-1825); Likely sold out of the family by the 4th Earl of Kimberley, John Wodehouse (1924-2002), one with tag “Earl of Kimberley” “No.1386”, “10/10/1950”; Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

Charles Berkeley of Somerset, England, was the nephew of the Governor of Virginia, Sir William Berkeley (1641-1652, 1660-1677) and the 11x great grandson of King Edward I. He was the son of William, Lord Berkeley, 4th Baron of Stratton (1663-1741), the younger son of John Berkeley, First Baron of Stratton (1602-1697), the brother of the Governor of Virginia.

116

Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chair, Pennsylvania, circa 1770s, with carved crest and gothic pierced splat, ball and claw feet, period slip seat with yellow silk damask upholstery, 35 x 23-1/2 x 21 in.

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

118

Fine Massachusetts Chippendale Figural Mahogany Reverse Serpentine Slant Front Desk, Salem, 1775-1790, fine elaborately fitted desk interior with eight carved shells and 15 dovetailed drawers, boldly carved ball and claw feet, 28-1/2 x 42-1/2 x 24 in.

Provenance: drawer with partial label for Martha Ludlow American Antiques, Lyndhurst, Ohio; Robert O. Stuart, Limington, Maine, June 1990

Estimate: $1,000 - $3,000

119

Pair of George II Irish Silver Candlesticks, John Hamilton Dublin, circa 1750, shaped dome bases with shell, fruit and scroll decoration, campana sconces and detachable bobeche with shell-engraved inner rims, engraved with contemporary arms, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 69.15 oz. T., 10-1/4 in.

Provenance: Weldon, Dublin, 2014

Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000

The arms are those of Daly impaling Gore for Michael Daly of Loughrea and Mount Pleasant, County Galway and Tokay Lodge, County Dublin, and his wife Lady Johanna Gore, daughter of Arthur, 1st Earl of Arran. Michael Daly died in 1808.

120

Pair of George II Irish Silver Candlesticks, Robert Calderwood, Dublin, 1743, cast high relief with scroll and floral decoration, crested cartouches, maker probably Robert Calderwood, .925 fine, 78.64 oz. T., 11-1/2 in.

Estimate: $5,000 - $8,000

122

121

Pair of George II Irish Silver Candlesticks, William Williamson II, Dublin, 1743, cast high relief with scroll and floral decoration, crested cartouches, marks for William Williamson II, .925 fine, 82.88 oz. T., 11-1/2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

123

George II Irish Silver Coffee Pot, John Moore circa 1750, baluster form, swag, scroll and floral decoration, spout with monster’s head with shell, scroll and floral base, bud finial, ring base, scroll wooden handle, ruffled cartouches with coat of arms and crest, cartouche under spout and base monogrammed “HC”, marks for John Moore, .925 fine, 39.80 oz. T. gross weight, 11-1/4 x 10 x 4-1/2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

The arms are those of Tisdale or Rawdon quartering another, with Chester in pretence.

George II English Silver Tea Caddy, Alexander Johnston, London, 1755, bombe form, sides with Asian figures in different scenes, blank cartouche, hinged lid with leaf and berry finial, scroll feet, marks for Alexander Johnston, .925 fine, 11.25 oz. T., 6-1/4 x 4 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Freeman’s Philadelphia, 2015

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

124 Massachusetts Chippendale Shell and Bellflower Carved Mahogany Drop Leaf Table, Boston, circa 1750, the underside of frame stamped in six places. “E.T. Bennet”, oval top with two drop leaves, carved cabriole legs, 28-3/4 x 27-1/2 x 16-1/4 in., opens to 44-1/2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

125

Rare Set of Six Philadelphia Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs Pennsylvania, circa 1765, the carving attributed to John Pollard, chairs marked with Roman numerals “I” and “III” through “VII”, 38-1/2 x 24 x 17-1/2 in.

Provenance: Parke-Bernet Galleries, Estate of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Varick Stout, New York, 1966, lot 149; sold Christie’s New York, January 15, 2004, lot 486

Estimate: $25,000 - $50,000

126

George II English Silver Soup Tureen and Ladle, George Wickes London, 1742, bombe form tureen with wrapped reeded border, large lion and paw feet, applied Rococo cartouche with shell and scroll decoration and crest under earl’s coronet, scroll handles each chased with an open-beaked bird head, lid with matching Rococo decorations, loop handle with lion mask, marks for George Wickes, 145.90 oz. T., 9-1/2 x 17-1/2 x 9 in.; together with eagle head soup ladle, marks for George Wickes, London, 1743, engraved with double-headed eagle crest, the base of the bowl later stamped “Breadalbane” in script, 10.50 oz. T., 13-3/4 in.

Provenance: Joseph, 1st Earl of Milltown (1701-1783); Mrs. Nancie Otis, Boca Raton, Florida; Christie’s New York, June 14, 1982, lot 127; Lord Harris of Peckham, sold, Christie’s London, November 25, 2008, lot 39

Estimate: $40,000 - $50,000

The crest is that of Leeson for Joseph Leeson, 1st Earl of Milltown. The Earl of Milltown’s grandfather, Hugh Leeson, had come to Ireland in 1680 to pursue a military career. However, he settled there and made an advantageous marriage to the daughter of one of Dublin’s leading aldermen and founded a successful brewery. His grandson, Joseph Leeson was born in 1711. This tureen and its pair are recorded in the George Wickes Ledgers at the Victorian & Albert Museum.

127

Pair of George II English Silver Sauce Boats, George Wickes London, 1742, helmet form with floral swag on a matted ground, scroll handle, lion mask and paw feet, engraved crest under spout, marks for George Wickes, .925 fine, 40.15 oz. T., 5 x 8-1/4 x 4-1/2 in.

Provenance: Christie’s New York, April 26, 2006, lot 210; M.S. Rau and Koopman Rare Art, September 5, 2006 (accompanied by copy of receipt)

Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000

128

George III Irish Silver Hot Water Jug, John Craig Dublin, 1771, pear form body embossed and chased with a swan, cottage, and a bird swallowing a fish, Rococo cartouches topped by birds, one engraved with cat crest, bud finial, ring foot, wicker wrapped handle, marks for John Craig, .925 fine, 23.85 oz. T., 11-3/4 in.

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000

131

George II Irish Silver Covered Sugar Bowl, Thomas Walker, Dublin, circa 1735, round form with chased with putti, mask, and basket of fruit decoration, bud finial, cartouche with mirror cypher, marks for Thomas Walker, .925 fine, 16.88 oz. T., 6-1/4 x 5-1/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

129

Large George II Irish Silver Creamer, John Hamilton Dublin, 1730, helmet form with stepped base, engraved with strapwork, shells, lion masks, and panels of diaper, molded midband, applied bearded mask spout, crest below handle, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 10.25 oz. T., 5-1/4 x 6 x 3 in.

Provenance: Michael Sedler Antiques, August 2017

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

130

George II English Silver Warwick Cruet, Samuel Wood London, 1757, cinquefoil base with scroll legs and shell feel, openwork handle, Rococo cartouche with crest and baronet’s badge, fitted with three casters and two cut glass bottles with English silver spiral fluted caps, all with marks for Samuel Wood, .925 fine, 56.58 oz. T. weighable silver, 10-1/4 x 8 x 8-1/2 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,000

132

Exceptional Irish George II Satyr Mask Carved Mahogany Side Table circa 1760, with dynamic pierce-carved trelliswork skirt centering a deeply rendered satyr mask, leaf and rosette swags, single board figured mahogany top, paw feet, 31 x 63 x 29 in. overall

Provenance: C.W. Fewel III & Co., Jackson, Mississippi, purchased 1990

Estimate: $50,000 - $80,000

Literature: The Knight of Glin and James Peill, Irish Furniture, Yale, 2007, p. 225, pl. 79.

133

Attributed to or Studio of Godfrey Kneller (British, 1646-1723)

James Craggs the Younger (1686-1721), after 1708, signed lower right “G. Kneller”, letter on table inscribed to “To/His Catholicke/Majesty/Charles the 3.”, inscribed lower left “The Honble Jas Craggs/Esqr: Sec: of State/ to K. Geo: 1st.”, oil on canvas, 49-1/2 x 40-5/8 in.; carved and gilt wood panel frame, 58-1/2 x 48-1/2 x 2-1/2 in. Provenance: Possibly Sotheby’s, June 18, 1976, lot 132 Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

This portrait depicts James Craggs The Younger, the father of Harriet Craggs (see lot 26), and who also held important offices such as the Secretary of War in 1717, the Secretary of State, and one of the original backers of the Royal Academy of Music.

A note from the National Portrait Gallery, London, which houses one of the portraits by Kneller of this subject, states, “The inscription on the paper refers to Charles, Archduke of Austria, the favoured British candidate for the Spanish throne until 1711 when he was elected Emperor Charles VI. Craggs was appointed envoy in Spain in 1708 at the age of 22 and NPG 1134 probably marks this appointment; in any case it was painted before 1711. It is not clear which is Kneller’s original portrait. There is a version at Port Eliot (exhibited Second Special Exhibition of National Portraits (....William and Mary to MDCCC), South Kensington, 1867, no.225), (1) and four others were: Sotheby’s, 18 June 1976, lot 132, signed (2) Madingley sale, Foster’s, 14 June 1871, lot 88, signed (3) Clumber sale, Christie’s, June 4, 1937, lot 48, from Stowe (4).”

This portrait fits the description of number 2.

134

Follower of Michael Dahl (Swedish, 1659-1743)

Portrait of a Gentleman, said to be Admiral Sir George Rooke (British, 1650-1709), within a feigned oval, oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in.; carved and gilt wood panel frame, 38 x 32-3/4 x 3 in.

Provenance: Ex-collection of Mr. Arthur (d. 1970) and Mrs. Frances Weisenberger, New York (label verso); New Orleans Auction Galleries, New Orleans, Louisiana, December 5, 1998

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Exhibited: Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha, Nebraska, circa 1960 (label verso with attribution to Sir Godfrey Kneller)

135

Fine Chippendale Carved and Figured Mahogany Parcel Gilt Mirror

British or American, 18th century, with central basket of flowers cartouche, pierce carved and scrolled pediment, scrolled base, 50 x 26 x 4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Estimate:

136

Irish George II Carved Walnut Shepherd’s Crook Open Armchair mid 18th century, with needlework upholstered slip seat, leaf carved knees and strongly formed ball and claw feet with open talons, 40 x 24 x 23 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

138

George II Carved Mahogany Tilt Top Tea Table

British, mid 18th century, octagonal top with pierced serpentine gallery, on carved, fluted, and spiral turned tripod base with ball and claw feet, 30 x 36-1/2 x 36-3/4 in.

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

137 Fine Set of Four George III Carved Mahogany Side Chairs British, circa 1760, each with finely carved back, blue damask upholstered serpentine seats with brass tacking, 37-1/2 x 23 x 22-1/2 in.

$1,000 - $2,000

139

Attributed to Sir Godfrey Kneller (British, 1646-1723)

Gentleman in a blue velvet coat with gold brocade, within a simple feigned oval, unsigned, oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in.; 18th century style gilt wood running pattern frame, 37-3/4 x 32-1/2 x 3 in.

Provenance: Ex-collection of Arthur Wiesenberger; Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha, Nebraska, accession # 1956.7 (label and inscriptions verso); Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina; Brunk Auctions, November 19, 2016, lot 659

Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000

140

Follower of Thomas Gainsborough (British, 1727-1788)

Portrait of a Gentleman, within feigned oval, unsigned, oil on canvas, 30-1/4 x 26 in.; gilt wood frame, 33-1/4 x 29-1/4 x 1-1/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

141

Irish George II Carved Mahogany Tall Case Clock 18th century, the engraved brass dial inscribed “Rachel Meares, Dublin”, with scrolled pediment over mask and leaf carved frieze, fluted columns, with two period weights, winder, and pendulum, 99-1/2 x 20 x 11 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Estimate:

- $2,500

142

Serapi Carpet

early 20th century, blue central polygonal medallion, red field, white spandrels, red border, 13 ft. 3 in. x 10 ft. 8 in.

$1,500

143 Sultanabad Carpet

late 19th century, red field with geometric medallions with florals, dark blue border, 12 ft. 11 in. x 11 ft. 8 in.

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

144

Exceptional Pair of Monumental George II Carved Mahogany Open Armchairs English, circa 1740s, in the manner of Giles Grendey, each of very large scale and robust form, elaborately carved with foliage, bellflowers, and eagle’s heads, with satyr mask carved front knees and hairy lion’s paw feet, one marked “IIII” and the other marked “VI”, 43-1/2 x 33-1/2 x 29 in.

Provenance: one chair with early label “The Seed Collection”; probably William Randolph Hearst; George F. Baker, New York; Walter P. Chrysler Jr., acquired from Frank Partridge, Inc., New York; The Walter P. Chrysler Jr. Collection of English Furniture, sold Park Bernet Galleries, New York, April 29-30, 1960, lot 127; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $70,000 - $90,000

One of these chairs, or an identical example, is illustrated in R. W. Symonds article “The Chair with the Shell Back” in Antique Collector (October 1956) p. 177-182 as one of a pair belonging to William Randolph Hearst. For more on the design precedents and history of this important pair of chairs, see our website.

145

George II Irish Silver Creamer, John Hamilton Dublin, circa 1750, pear form, paw feet with lion mask, scroll and floral decoration, serpent handle, cartouche with sheaf of wheat, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 7.48 oz. T., 4-3/4 x 5 x 3 in.

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

146

Two Matching Georgian Silver Sauce Boats

London, 1755/1784, deep bodies with chased maid with sheaf of wheat on one side and other maid with bird, figural handles with ladies, three lion head feet, gilt interiors, monograms under spout, one with marks for Daniel Piers and later with no maker’s mark, .925 fine, 32.85 oz. T., 5-1/4 x 7-5/8 x 3-3/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

147

George II English Silver Creamer, John White London, circa 1740, pear form with finely chased with fountains, cows, dolphins, and reclining putti, three hoof feet, scroll handle, cartouche with crest, marks for John White, .925 fine, 6.49 oz. T., 4-1/4 x 3-3/4 x 2-5/8 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

148

George II Irish Silver Creamer, Joseph Walker Dublin, circa 1735, helmet form, legs with lion heads and paw feet, chased with baroque cartouche engraved “RRD” and crest, marks for Joseph Walker, .925 fine, 7.8 oz. T, 4 x 5-1/4 x 3 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

149

Large George II Irish Silver Creamer Dublin, circa 1750-60, helmet form with molded mid band, body with chased Rococo scrolls, swags, and birds, three legs with lion mask and paw feet, cartouche under spout with crest, base “I*D/1758”, .925 fine, 5.34 oz. T., 4-1/4 x 6 x 3-1/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

George II English Silver Kettle on Stand, Thomas Whipham and Charles Wright, London, 1759, double bellied body with chased decoration of birds, scrolls, flowers, bells, bird finial, wrapped bail handle, tripod base with openwork ruffled apron, shell feet, fixed lamp, marks for Thomas Whipham and Charles Wright, .925 fine, 57.09 oz. T., 15-1/4 x 10 x 7-1/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

Illustrated: J. Pierpont Morgan and E. Alfred Jones, Illustrated Catalogue of the Collection of Old Plate of J. Pierpont Morgan, Esquire, plate XLVII (with copy).

151

George II English Silver Kettle Stand, John White London, 1735, molded Bath-variant border with rosettes, three dolphin feet, central engraved coat of arms, marks for John White, .925 fine, 21.15 oz. T., 1-1/2 x 9-1/4 x 9-1/4 in.

Provenance: Christie’s London, March 9, 2006, lot 67, purchased through Apter-Fredericks

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

The arms are those of Pile impaling Crowley, for Sir Francis Seymour Pile, 6th Baronet (d. 1761) of Compton Beauchamp, Berkshire, and his wife Anne, daughter and eventual heiress of Sir Ambrose Crowley of Greenwich.

152

Fine Large George III Cartouche

Form Carved and Gilt Mirror

British, 18th century, deeply carved leaf, floral, and rocaille ornaments, 53 x 33 x 3 in.

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

154

Georgian Brass Mounted Tea Caddy with Handled Paperweight, 18th century caddy in figured mahogany with rich brown color, hinged lid opening to divided interior, 5-3/4 x 9-3/4 x 5-1/2 in.; with a rectangular paperweight with felted base and brass handle, 2-3/4 x 8-1/4 x 4 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

153

William Russsell Smith (Scottish/American, 1812-1896)

View from the Gulf of La Spezia, signed and dated lower left “”R.S. 1852-78”, inscribed in ink stretcher verso “Russell Smith...Gulf Spezzia (sic) 1852-78”, oil on canvas, 14 x 24 in.; period gilt wood and composition frame, 23-1/4 x 33-1/4 x 4-1/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

155

George III Mahogany Serpentine Window Bench British, late 18th century, mahogany frame serpentine on both sides, with molded legs and brass casters, green velvet upholstery, 25-1/2 x 39 x 16 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

158

Hand Knotted Woolen Carpet

late 20th century, tan field with geometric flowering plants, 14 ft. 8 in. x 9 ft. 7 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

156

Two George III Inlaid Brass Mounted Table Top Boxes, late 18th/early 19th century, inlaid walnut example, hinged lid over divided interior, 5-1/4 x 19 x 9 in.; brass mounted mahogany lap desk, top with inlaid brass plaque engraved “Th...F Perkins”, 6-1/2 x 19 x 10 in.

Estimate: $400 - $600

159

Sarouk Carpet

20th century, blue and white central medallion on red field, blue border, 10 ft. 10 in. x 8 ft. 4 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

157 Heriz Rug

early 20th century, three central medallions, red field, blue border, 6 ft. 5 in. x 4 ft. 10 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

160

The Dromoland Castle Rare Irish George II Eagle and Lion Carved Mahogany Side Table circa 1750, with molded top over a finely carved skirt, with scrolling vines, rosettes, and distinctive cornucopia issuing eagle heads, boldly carved lion mask, rich dark brown color, 31-1/2 x 52 x 27 in.

Provenance: Probably supplied to Sir Edward O’Brien, second Baronet (died 1765), for Dromoland Castle, County Clare and by descent; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $60,000 - $90,000

Literature: Illustrated in the Knight of Glin and James Peill, Irish Furniture, p. 227 catalog no. 89.

A very closely related table, with central shell rather than a lion mask, sold Christie’s London, 17 November 2016, lot 50.

161

Fine William and Mary Kingwood Veneered and Gilt Brass Bound Strongbox

English or Dutch, late 17th century, in the manner of Gerret Jensen, book matched kingwood and figured walnut with brass strap mounts with fleur de lis terminals, hinged lid over open interior, hinged fall front panel revealing single long drawer, 7 x 11-1/4 x 7-3/4 in.

Provenance: Tim Corfield

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

According to Corfield Morris Ltd., “Relates to strong boxes made by Gerret Jensen (d. 1715) in the reigns of Charles II, James II, and William & Mary, and supplied to Ham House and Nostell Priory amongst other notable houses.”

Related examples are also in notable museum collections including the Victoria and Albert.

163

George II English Silver Creamer, Thomas Parr London, 1741, pear form, three foliate feet with female mask headers, chased decoration with frogs and salamanders, gilt interior, engraved with later arms on both sides, monogram on base, marks for Thomas Parr II, .925 fine. 4.24 oz. T., 3-3/4 x 3-3/4 x 3 in.

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

162

Fine William and Mary Kingwood Veneered and Gilt Brass Bound Strongbox English or Dutch, late 17th century, in the manner of Gerret Jensen, engraved brass strap mounts with fleur de lis terminals, hinged lid over open interior, hinged fall front panel revealing two interior drawers, 7-5/8 x 12 x 7-5/8 in.

Provenance: Tim Corfield

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

164

George II Irish Silver Sugar Bowl Dublin, circa 1750, round form with fluted spiral sides, openwork scroll, floral, and chased border, three scroll feet headed by masks of Diana, crest and later monogram, marker “J•W”, .925 fine, 11.25 oz. T., 3-1/4 x 6-1/2 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

166

Fine William and Mary Brass Mounted Mahogany Strongbox

English or Dutch, late 17th century, mahogany or other tropical exotic with walnut and oak, with elaborate brass mounts and carrying handles, hinged lid opening to a fitted interior with two lidded compartments, fall front opening to three additional drawers, all with brass mounts, 17-1/4 x 44 x 20 in.

Provenance: Tim Corfield

Estimate: $4,000 - $6,000

165

George II Irish Silver Creamer, Robert Glanville Dublin, circa 1750, helmet form, molded chased scroll decoration, scroll handle, three legs with lion mask and paw feet, cartouche under spout engraved with later quartered arms, marks for Robert Glanville, .925 fine, 7.01 oz. T., 4-3/4 x 5-3/4 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Christie’s London, September 28, 2008, lot 158

Estimate: $500 - $800

167

Estimate:

Large French Framed Petit Point Needlework Panel 18th century, central cartouche depicting a dancing man in period dress holding a goblet and wineskin, foliate ground, wool on linen, sight 28 x 23-1/4 in.; wood frame, 31 x 26-1/4 in.

$1,000 - $2,000

168

George II Irish Silver Creamer, John Hamilton Dublin, circa 1740, helmet form, scroll, shell, and floral decoration, three legged with lion mask and paw feet, one cartouche with heraldic device under viscount’s coronet, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, 4-1/4 x 6-1/4 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Chiswick Auctions, February 2018, lot 328

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

The crest is that of Viscount Anton (created 1806); in 1831 the 2nd Viscount was made the 1st Earl of Litchfield. There is a near identical example by Hamilton in the National Museum of Ireland, see Ida Delamer, 500 Years of Irish Silver, An Exhibition at the National Museum of Ireland, p. 147 (24B.12).

169

Pair of George II Irish Silver Waiters, John Hamilton Dublin, circa 1740, round form, scroll and foliate rims, dolphin feet, Rococo cartouches engraved with coat of arms, monogram on back, “HK”, marks for John Hamilton, .925 fine, French import marks, 19.99 oz. T., 1-1/4 x 6-1/4 in.

Provenance: Estate of former Pennsylvania Governor William W. Scranton and First Lady Mary L. Scranton, sold Freeman’s, Philadelphia, October 18, 2016, lot 14

Estimate: $3,000 - $6,000

The arms are those of Kineston (Kynaston) impaling Ussher.

170

George II English Silver Kettle Stand, George Hindmarsh London, 1734, triangular form, shaped scroll and rosette rim, center chased with panels of diaper and foliage decoration, later engraved arms, three legs with hairy paw feet, marks for George Hindmarsh, .925 fine, 28.42 oz. T., 1-1/2 x 9-1/4 x 9-1/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

172

Pair of George IV Irish Silver Shell Form Salts Dublin, 1824, shell form bowls with shaped rims, each with three dolphin feet, one with “MF” maker’s mark, .925 fine, 8.49 oz. T. total, 2-1/2 x 3-1/2 x 3-1/2 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

171

George III English Silver Kettle on Stand London, 1792-1801, body with floral, scroll and shell decoration, ivory spacers, base with shell feet, later monograms, lid with marks for 1792, Edward Fernell, base with marks for 1801, partial makers mark, .925 fine, 73.88 oz. T., 15-1/2 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

173

George II Irish Silver Sugar Bowl, Robert Calderwood, Dublin, 1736, oval form, sides with draperies, shells, and foliate decoration, engraved rim, four legs with lion heads and paw feet, marks for Robert Calderwood, .925 fine, 7.84 oz. T., 2-1/4 x 4-3/4 x 3-3/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

174

George II Irish Silver Creamer Dublin, circa 1750, helmet form scroll handle, engraved decoration and cartouche, no monogram, gilt interior, three lion head supports, wrapped legs and shell feet, partial marks, 5.98 oz. T., .925 fine, 4-3/4 x 6 x 3 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

177

George II Irish Silver Waiter, John Moore Dublin, circa 1740, shaped round form, gadroon rim with masks and shells, center engraved with arms and supporters under Earl’s coronet, four scroll feet, marks for John Moore overstriking another, .925 fine, 15.24 oz. T., 1 x 7-1/2 in.

Provenance: L. & W. Duvallier, London, 2017

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 The arms are those of Parsons, Earl of Rosse, of Birr Castle.

180

Irish Queen Anne Walnut Side Chair 18th century, scalloped skirt, slipper feet, yellow silk damask upholstered slip seat, 39-1/2 x 21 x 20-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

175

Follower of Pier Francesco Cittadini (Italian, 1616-1681)

Portrait of a Noblewoman with a King Charles Spaniel, circa 1670, unsigned, oil on canvas, 40-1/2 x 35-1/8 in.; parcel gilt and stained wood frame, 49 x 43-5/8 x 2-3/4 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Tampa, Florida

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

178

George II Irish Silver Salver probably mid 18th century, scroll border with head and shells at intervals, scroll feet, central coat of arms, three overstruck marks “JM” (similar to John Moore), test .900 fine, 33.05 oz. T., 1-1/2 x 1-1/4 in.

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

181

George III Style Carved Mahogany Triple Chair Back Settee, British, with leaf carved frame and pale silk upholstered slip seat, 37 x 59 x 25 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

176

George III Cartouche Form Carved and Gilt Gesso Mirror, British, 18th century, the frame boldly carved with C-scrolls and foliate motifs, 38 x 21 x 3 in.

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

179

Rococo Carved and Gilt Wood Mirror British, 18th century, with large spread wing phoenix over a C-scroll, foliate, and rosette decorated gilt frame, 46 x 24 x 7 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

182

George II Carved Mahogany Side Chair British, mid 18th century, carved crest and splat with tassel and drapery, slip seat with green damask upholstery, 37-1/2 x 23-1/2 x 22 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

George II Irish Silver Cake Basket, Robert Calderwood Dublin, 1745, oval form, pierced with trellis panels below an applied rim of scroll and floral decoration, scroll handles with mask at base, ruffle feet with female mask, center with finely engraved cartouche with male caryatids, flower vases, entwined dolphins, and mask with coat of arms, underside engraved with a horse and jockey and crest on rim, marks for Robert Calderwood, .925 fine, 59.42 oz. T., 8-3/4 x 13-1/2x 12-1/4 in.

Provenance: Christie’s New York, 1996; S. J. Shrubsole, New York, 2018

Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000

The arms are those of O’Brien for Sir Edward O’Brien of Dromoland (1705-1765), who succeeded his grandfather as 2nd baronet in 1717. He was the son of Lucius O’Brian and great-grandson of Edward Hyde, 1st Earl of Clarendon. He attended Balliol College, Oxford, was elected Member of Parliament for Peterborough 1727-28, then Member of Parliament for County Clare until his death. He was also a Colonel of the Militia Dragoons for that county. He married circa 1730 Mary, daughter of Sir Edward O’Brien, the 2nd Baronet, revered as a famous racehorse owner and trainer. He built the Turret on the hill opposite the entrance to Dromoland Estate, from where he would observe his horses race. He once gambled the estate on a horse race; mercifully, Sean Buis won the race and saved the estate. Sean Buis is buried under the Temple, 100 yards from the old entrance to the castle.

The house (rebuilt as a castle in the early 19th century) is now a luxury hotel, and per its website: Sir Edward O’Brien, the 2nd Baronet, was revered as a famous racehorse owner and trainer. He built the Turret on the hill opposite the entrance to Dromoland Estate, from where he would observe his horses race. He once gambled the estate on a horse race; mercifully, Sean Buis won the race and saved the estate. Sean Buis is buried under the Temple, 100 yards from the old entrance to the castle.

184 Fine Irish George II Carved Mahogany Side Table circa 1750-1760, with figured single board top over a finely carved frame with shell, rosette, and scrolling vine decoration, set on paw feet, 34-1/2 x 43 x 21-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sotheby’s London, May 22, 1997, lot 9; Tim Corfield

Estimate: $10,000 - $15,000

For a very closely related example at Glin Castle, County Limerick, see The Knight of Glin and James Peill, Irish Furniture, p. 229 cat. no. 96.

185

After Antonio Canova, The Young Octavian (Italian, 1757-1822)

The future Roman emperor Augustus, a 19th century Grand Tour copy after the one held by the Vatican, carved marble and socle, 23-1/2 x 11-1/4 x 10 in.

Provenance: Dr. Davenport, Westchester, New York; Christie’s New York, July 1984; Dudley Hughes, Jackson, Mississippi

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500

186

Continental or American School Painting (late 19th century)

Docked Boats at Sunset, unsigned, oil on canvas, 18 x 22 in.; early 20th century gilt wood frame, 23-1/4 x 27-1/4 x 2 in.

Provenance: P.D. Morgan Antiques, 1998

Estimate: $500 - $700

The stretcher has a colourman label verso for Closson’s Artist’s Materials, Cincinnati, Ohio. It may be by an American artist, possibly a follower of Louis Timmermans (Belgian, 1846-1910).

188 George II Carved and Giltwood Overmantle Mirror British, circa 1730s, frame with leaf carved sides on punchwork ground, with brass mounts for two candle arms and tripartite mirror plates, 16-3/4 x 54 x 1-1/4 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

191

Hand Knotted Woolen Carpet

late 20th century, orange arrow pointed medallion on green field, 11 ft. 9 in. x 8 ft. 10 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

189

George III Serpentine Pierced and Engraved Brass and Steel Fire Fender, British, late 18th century, serpentine form with dragons centering an urn of flowers, gadrooned base, 7 x 68 x 18-1/2 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

192

Heriz Runner early 20th century, red field, nine central polygonal medallions, geometric designs, blue border with “S” designs, 3 ft. 3 in. x 14 ft. 11 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

187

Italian or French School Carved Neoclassical Bust (19th century)

Possibly a Roman emperor or philosopher, on an integral neoclassical style socle with laurel leaf and berry garland, carved and painted wood, 23 x 14 x 9 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

190

Fine George III Serpentine Pierced and Engraved Brass Fender, British, late 18th century, serpentine form with dragons centering an urn of flowers, gadrooned base, 7 x 68 x 18-1/2 in.

Estimate: $500 - $700

193

Heriz Rug

early to mid 20th century, red field with three central medallions, blue border with tree of life design, 4 ft. 8 in. x 6 ft. 4 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

194

Pair of George II English Silver Waiters, Benjamin Godfrey London, 1739, each round with beard mask, shell and foliate rim, chased surfaces, three scroll feet, center cartouche with contemporary coat of arms, marks for Benjamin Godfrey, .925 fine, 26.94 oz. T., 1 x 7-1/4 in.

Provenance: Criterion, London, December 2, 2019

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

196 George II English Silver Mug London, 1753, baluster form cup with later floral and scroll decoration, gilt interior, central cartouche with crest, marks for William Shaw II & William Priest, .925 fine, 13.31 oz. T., 5 x 5-1/2 x 4 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

195

Pair of George III Irish Silver Two Handled Cups, Charles Townsend Dublin, 1771, each urn form with two scroll handles, decorated on one side with a ruffled cartouche topped by an eagle and above two sheep, the other side with an Asian figure with long flute, flanked by a cow and sheep, crest, marks for Charles Townsend, .925 fine, 29.96 oz. T., 6-3/4 x 7 x 3-3/4 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

197

58 Piece Ch. Pillivuyt & Cie. Monogrammed Porcelain Table Service French, 19th century, each with monogram “DF”, bases marked “CH. Pillivuyt & Cie/Paris”, comprising: large ovoid footed tureen; pair of circular footed tureens; teapot; two teacups; two saucers; large oval serving platter; four ovoid serving platters of varying sizes; circular serving platter/charger; 23 dinner plates; 12 luncheon plates; nine salad bowls; largest 11-1/4 x 15 x 9-3/4 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

199 George III Carved Mahogany Open Armchair 18th century, carved crest and pierced Gothic splat, scrolled hand grips, cream upholstered slip seat, 39-1/2 x 30 x 23 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

198

George II Irish Silver Creamer Dublin, circa 1740, helmet form scroll handle, engraved decoration and cartouche with later crest, three lion head and paw supports with paw and shell feet, partial marks, .925 fine, 8.10 oz. T., 4-1/2 x 6 x 3-1/4 in.

Estimate: $500 - $800

200 Regency Figured Mahogany Two Pedestal Dining Table British, 19th century elements, figured solid mahogany top, pedestal bases with brass casters, two leaves, 27-1/2 x 48 x 68 in., opens to 113 in. with two leaves

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

201

George II English Silver Cream Boat, Christian Hillan London, 1738, oval body, female mask under spout, shell clusters, scroll handle wrapped with snake, each scroll leg caped with reclining cow, shell feet, marks for Christian Hillan, .925 fine, 6.55 oz. T., 3-1/2 x 5 x 3 in.

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000

For similar example see cream boat by Hillan, also 1738, sold Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, February 26, 1976, lot 56; see Vanessa Brett, The Sotheby’s Directory of Silver, London, 1986, no. 889, p. 206.

203

George II Irish Silver Small Dish Dublin, circa 1750, round with scrolled border, scroll, floral and shell decoration, coat of arms in center, partial maker’s mark, .925 fine, 4.62 oz. T., 6 in.

Estimate: $300 - $600

206

George III English Silver Decorated Creamer London, circa 1760, pear form with embossed and engraved squirrel and fruit, cartouche under spout with late monogram, very partial marks, 2.38 oz. T., 3-3/4 x 3-1/4 x 2-1/4 in.

Estimate: $300 - $600

202

Framed Calligraphic Engravings, George Bickham two pages, pp. 139 and 140, from Bickham’s 1741 The Universal Penman, writing exemplars of Bills of Parcels in ‘English Round Hand’ style script, housed in heavy wooden frame, overall 23 x 29 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

204

George II English Silver Coffee Pot, Thomas Whipham, London, 1752, baluster form with scroll and floral decoration, ring foot, bud finial, handle, later monogram, marks for Thomas Whipham, .925 fine, 34.80 oz. T gross weight, 11 in.

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

207

Two Georgian English Silver Creamers London, mid 18th century, one pear form with ring base, floral and scroll decoration, gilt interior, marks for 1747, maker “IW”, 3-1/2 in.; one pear form, scroll and floral decoration, three pad feet, marks for John Muns, 1763, 4 in., 5.21 oz. T. total weight

Estimate: $400 - $800

205

George III English Silver Decorated Creamer, David Mowden, London, circa 1760, pear form with embossed and engraved lake side village scene with ducks, cartouche under spout with late monogram, marks for Daivd Mowden, 2.76 oz. T., 3-5/8 x 3-3/4 x 2-1/2 in.

Estimate: $300 - $600

208

Two George III English Silver Creamers London, mid to late 18th century, both pear form, floral and scroll decoration, ring base, taller with marks possibly for Sara Snatt, 4-5/8 in.; smaller with marks for 1768, partial maker’s mark, 4 in., .925 fine, 4.50 oz. T. total weight

Estimate: $400 - $800

209

Thomas Chippendale, Four Framed Engravings (British, 1718-1779)

from The Gentleman and Cabinet-Maker’s Director: Designs of Handles for Brass Work; Designs for Handles & Escutcheons for Brass Works; Glass Frames; Pier Glasses; 1760 and 1761, published by the author, Matthias Darly (British, circa 1720-1780), William Foster (British, 18th century), sculptors, engravings on laid paper, all plates approximately 9 x 14 in.; matching modern gilt wood frames, 22-7/8 x 27-7/8 x 1-1/2 in.

Estimate: $400 - $600

210

Three George II English Silver Toddy Ladles London, mid 18th century, all with twisted baleen handles, including one with oval bowl, farm, bird, and floral decoration, marks for 1746, maker “SM”, 12-1/4 in.; one with scroll rim, floral and fruit decoration, marks for 1754, maker “IW”, 17-3/4 in.; one with George II coin in base, unmarked, 13-5/8 in.

Estimate: $500 - $800

211◉

George III Irish Silver Fish Server, Richard Tudor Dublin, circa 1760-70, spade shaped blade pierced with scroll and handled basket, and crest, green stained ivory handle, marks for Richard Tudor, .925 fine, 9.25 oz. T. gross weight, 14 in.

Provenance: Adams on the Green, March 24, 2015, lot 300, as Richard Williams retailed by Richard Tudor

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

212

Three George II Irish and English Silver Toddy Ladles 1750-1760, all with turned wooden handles: one Irish, floral and scroll decoration, engraved cartouche “K/R*S”, marks for Samuel Walker, Dublin, scratch weight on base “1 ox 9 dwt”, 13-1/2 in.; one scalloped paneled sides, marks for London, 1755, possibly John Muns, 12-1/2 in.; one with floral and scroll decoration, marks for London, 1757, maker “SM”, 11-3/4 in.

Estimate: $600 - $900

213 George II English Silver Creamer and Pair of Salts London, mid 18th century, including oval creamer with floral and scroll decoration, scroll handle, drake feet, marks for 1756, partial marker, 3 x 5-1/4 x 3 in.; pair of salts, scroll cartouche with crest, marks for David Hennell I, 1750, 1-1/2 x 3 in., .925 fine, 5.65 oz. T. total weight

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

214

George II English Silver Caster and Tongs London, 1751, baluster form caster with coat of arms, partial maker’s mark, 7 in.; with scissor tongs with jester on terminals, lacking marks, probably English silver, test .900 or better, 4-1/2 in., 8.03 oz. T. total weight

Estimate: $300 - $400

215

Set of Four George II English Silver Salts, Peter Archambo, London, 1740, circular forms with floral swags, lion mask and paw feet, gilt interiors, Rococo cartouches with later coat of arms, bases inscribed “Ex Dono Robertus Fenwick Am, febr: 1759”, marks for Peter Archambo I, .925 fine, 25.72 oz. T., 2-1/8 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Firestone & Parson, Inc., Boston; Robert Rubin, sold, Sotheby’s New York, January 18, 2003, lot 821

Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000

The arms are those of Fenwick impaling another.

216

After William Hogarth (British, 1697-1764)

A Representation of the The March of the Guards towards Scotland, in the Year 1745, 1761, state VIII/VIII, Luke Sullivan, engraver, retouched by William Hogarth, etching and engraving on paper, plate 17-1/4 x 21-3/4 in.; painted wood print frame, 24-3/4 x 29-1/2 x 7/8 in.

Estimate: $100 - $300

218

White Marble Bust of Beethoven 20th century, 14-1/2 x 9-1/8 x 5-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

217

Three Biblical Prints (19th/20th century)

A Lion met him by the Way and Slew him, Kings, Chapter 13, Verse 11-32, September 1816, Nuttall, Fisher & Dixon, Liverpool, publisher, engraving on paper, plate 8 x 11-1/4 in.; gilt wood and composition print frame, 16 x 18-1/2 x 1 in.; two gravures on paper printed by Gebbie & Husson Co. Ltd.: Jesus in the Temple, after Heinrich Hoffman (German, 1824-1911), image 7-7/8 x 10-1/2 in.; parcel gilt wood print frame, 16-3/4 x 19 x 1 in.; Christ Before Pilate, after Mihaly Munkacsy (Hungarian, 1844-1900), image 7-5/8 x 11-3/4 in.; parcel gilt wood print frame, 16-1/2 x 201/4 x 1 in.

Estimate: $100 - $300

219

Pair French Silver Plate Candlesticks possibly early 18th century, octagonal base, bobeche, no makers mark, “F”, 9-5/8 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

221

Pair of Continental Footed Brass Candlesticks probably Spanish, late 18th/early 19th century, each with cylindrical candle cup over wide drip pan, segmented shafts on triangular footed bases, each 151/2 x 6-1/4 x 6-1/4 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

220

Five Dr. Wall Worcester Blue and White Porcelain Dishes, 18th century, each marked on base with crescent, comprising: scalloped edge bowl; two leaf form dishes; openwork rim bowl; and plate with scalloped rim; largest 3 x 10 x 10 in.

Estimate: $100 - $300

222

Early British Mahogany Child’s Rocking Chair in Old Surface, 18th century, mahogany throughout, with three carrying handles and brass mounts, 24-1/2 x 15 x 19 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

223

Two Pairs of Georgian Bell Metal Candlesticks 18th century, one pair with urn form cups on tapered column shafts, 11 x 4 x 4 in.; one pair cylindrical cups on circular bases, 8 x 4-3/4 x 4-3/4 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

224

Pair of Chinese Export Yellow Glazed Earthenware Lions, 19th century, proper pair, each 7 x 3-1/4 x 2-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

225

Asian Elaborately Carved Dragon Figural Side Table likely late 19th century, trestle form, fitted with two small drawers, 27-1/2 x 28-3/4 x 23-1/2 in.

Estimate: $400 - $600

226

Early Georgian Mahogany and Parcel Gilt Dressing Mirror, British, early 18th century, rotating mirror, three dovetailed drawers with oak linings, 26 x 17-1/4 x 8-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

227

Two Pairs of English Brass Candlesticks 18th century, including two petal base and two swirl base, larger 8-1/4 x 4-1/4 x 4-1/4 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

228

Five English and Continental Brass Candlesticks and Spanish Bell Metal Candlestick, 18th/19th century, of varying form and base, two push-up examples, largest 11 x 4-3/4 x 4-3/4 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

230

Wood and Bronze Mounted Indian Dowry Box probably Kerala, 19th century, trapezoidal form, hinged lid opening to divided leather lined interior with compartments for jewelry, elaborate openwork brass mounts, 8-1/2 x 13-1/2 x 9-1/2 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

229

Six English Brass Candlesticks all likely 18th century, three petal bases, one corner lobe side cut base, two octagonal bases, one with push up ejection mechanism, largest 8-1/2 x 4-3/4 x 4-3/4 in.

Estimate: $300 - $500

231

Two French Brass Petal Base Candlesticks 18th century, larger 10-3/4 x 5-12 x 5-1/2 in.

Estimate: $200 - $400

232

Four Assorted Brass Table Objects 18th/19th century, comprising: goffering iron; Ottoman scribe’s quill case and inkwell; ovoid Dutch tobacco box with engraved decoration; octagonal lidded box; largest 7-3/4 x 5-1/4 x 5-1/4 in.

Estimate: $100 - $300

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$20,000-$50,000………$2,000 increments

$50,000-$100,000…….$5,000 increments above $100,000………auctioneers discretion

8. In our experience, cellular phones are not always dependable, and we recommend phone bidding reservations be made on land lines. We make every effort to honor all absentee and phone bid reservations, but we are not liable for any losses incurred as a result of failure to execute absentee bids or failed phone reservations. Submitting absentee bids or bidding by phone does not imply an extension of credit. Please see numbers 4 and 5 above.

9. Purchaser agrees that packing and shipping is done at the purchaser’s risk and that the purchaser will pay in advance all packing expenses, materials, carrier fees and insurance charges. At our discretion, items will either be quoted by our local UPS Store or Brunk Auctions. Please allow two weeks for shipping after payment for shipping is received. Transport of large items is the responsibility of the purchaser. We will provide a list of transport companies if we are unable to ship via UPS/FedEx/USPS. Brunk Auctions will have no liability for any loss or damage to shipped items. 10. Note to internet absentee bidders. We do not accept cut bids, (bids less than the last interval) from the floor or from phone bidders, and we do not accept them from internet bidders. Thus it is possible that a lot could go to another bidder for less than your absentee bid. For example, if the bids are progressing in ten dollar increments, $50, $60, $70 and your absentee falls at $75, we will not take the bid since it is less than the $10 interval. We always encourage bidders to bid by phone or to leave absentee bids through our to avoid such a situation.

11. All purchases are subject to applicable state sales tax (state where purchased) unless the state Certificate of Resale tax form is fully and completely filled out and received prior to time of purchase. Resale tax numbers from other states are accepted. International buyers are responsible for tariffs, taxes, or assessments of shipped items to the buyer’s country.

12. Bidding on an item indicates your understanding and acceptance of these Terms of Sale. If a purchaser breaches any of these Terms of Sale, including the obligation to pay for purchased items, Brunk Auctions may seek all remedies under the law including canceling the sale and reoffering the property without reserve.

13. A buyer’s premium will be applied to the purchase price of all items:

25%….Cash, check or wire transfer

29%….Bidsquare with cash, check or wire transfer

31%….LiveAuctioneers with cash, check or wire transfer

3% will be added to all MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express credit and debit cards charges

14. Purchased items not picked up within ten business days of the auction will be assessed a storage fee of $5.00 per day, per item. You authorize us to re-sell on your behalf any item not picked up within sixty calendar days. The costs of storage, plus any other costs directly related to the item, and an auctioneer’s commission of 20%, will be subtracted from the proceeds unless other arrangements have been made with Brunk Auctions. The minimum charge will be $50. The net proceeds will be mailed to your address as stated herein in full and final settlement of our obligations to you.

15. Export and Permits – It is the purchaser’s sole responsibility to identify and obtain any necessary export, import, firearm, endangered species or other permit for the lot. Any symbols or notices in the sale catalogue reflect Brunk Auctions’ reasonable opinion at the time of cataloguing and are for bidders’ general guidance only; Brunk Auctions and the Consignor make no representations or warranties as to whether any lot is or is not subject to export or import restrictions or any embargoes.

16. ◉Endangered Species – Certain property sold at auction, for example, items made of or incorporating plant or animal materials, irrespective of age or value, may require a license or certificate prior to exportation and additional licenses or certificates upon importation to another country. Brunk Auctions suggests that international buyers check on foreign governments’ wildlife import requirements prior to placing a bid. All buyers agree to comply with any and all domestic and international restrictions on the trade of endangered species as a condition of the sale. Please note that the ability to obtain an export license or certificate does not ensure the ability to obtain an import license or certificate in another country, and vice versa. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to obtain any export or import licenses and/or certificates as well as any other required documentation. In the case of denial of any export or import license or of delay in the obtaining of such licenses, the purchaser is still responsible for making on-time payment of the total purchase price for the lot. Although licenses can be obtained to export some types of endangered species, other types may not be exported at all, and other types may not be resold in the United States. Brunk Auctions is not able to assist the purchaser in attempting to obtain the appropriate licenses and/or certificates, and there is no assurance that an export license or certificate can be obtained. Please check with our specialists if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these export/import license and certificate requirements, or any other restrictions on exportation. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.

17. Due to the embargo on Persian carpets, international shipping is not available.

18. Brunk Auctions makes no warranty or guarantee whatsoever regarding the jewelry, its colored stones, diamonds, other gem materials, or metals, or as to their status as natural, treated, “earth mined”, manmade or other. Appraisals, descriptions, and photographs, are offered as a service and are not intended to be a complete analysis of the qualities and conditions of the jewelry. All identifications, information, weights, quality, cut, value, and other estimates are opinions, and are limited by the ability to examine and grade the items as mounted, as well as by their condition and cleanliness. All gems, colored stones, diamonds, “cultured or natural pearls, fresh water, south sea, Tahitian pearls”, and other materials used in jewelry, may be enhanced by a variety of treatments. Brunk Auctions makes no warranties or guaranties that any clock or watch is in working order.

19. Condition of Firearms: Brunk Auctions or its employees or consultants make no warranties or representations whatsoever concerning the operation of firing condition, safety to store or reliability of any firearm. Any firearm purchased is at the user’s risk. Brunk Auctions expressly disclaims any liability whatsoever for accident, injury or damage resulting to any person or property from the storage or use of any such lot. Brunk Auctions strictly complies with all state and federal

regulations pertaining to the sale, transfer, and transportation of firearms. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to know and comply with all state firearms regulations prior to bidding. No persons associated with Brunk Auctions or their consignors warrant the safety or shootability of any firearm we sell. Buyers wishing to fire any weapon purchased from Brunk Auctions are strongly advised to have the weapon(s) examined by a competent gunsmith prior to use.

20. Online registration and bidding approval is done at the sole discretion of the auction house. We recommend that online bidders sign up at least 24 hours in advance of the auction to allow for time to complete the approval process. We make no guarantees that new online bidders who register within 24 hours of the sale will be approved for bidding. After signing up to bid, new online bidders may receive a message requesting additional information; we cannot approve any client without the requested information. First time participants bidding through any online platform will be limited to a maximum of $25,000 total in cumulative bids. Partievs who wish to bid on premium lots may be asked to submit a deposit by wire transfer. Correspondence between prospective clients and the Auction House must be established directly with Brunk Auctions through phone, fax, or one of the relevant email addresses. We make no guarantee that we can respond to requests submitted through third party messaging

systems. Due to the high volume of inquiries made within 24 hours of the sale, we make no guarantee that clients who contact us during this period will receive a response. Bids left on LiveAuctioneers & Bidsquare are not executed until the item is offered in the live auction therefore the order in which those bids are received is not a factor. We will make every effort within reason to accept and process bids from online participants. Brunk Auctions will not accept liability for any bids missed due to clerking issues, operator error, equipment failure, connection delays, communication lapses, or technical malfunctions of any nature.

21. Coin grading is subjective and more ‘art’ than ‘science.’ As such, any descriptive or numeric grades given are supplied as a guide to our bidders and should not be seen as a guarantee to any grade that might be received from a third-party grader or grading company. Our best effort has been put forth to give condition reports that are as accurate as can reasonably be expected, however, first-hand inspection to formulate one’s own opinion is always recommended. Attributions such as Sheldon, Overton, and Friedberg numbers have been assigned on many lots and every measure has been taken to ensure accuracy. However, bidders should use our highly detailed photographs to assess and attribute as errors in cataloging do sometimes occur.

The Jerold D. Krouse Collection: Masterpieces from America & Ireland | November 11, 2025