6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Auction: Sunday, September 18, 2016
Lot# 1: VIENNESE PATINATED BRONZE ARMS SELLER depicted seated on a carpet 6 1/2 inches wide; 5 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 2: THREE-PIECE FRENCH PORCELAIN, GILT BRONZE, & CHAMPLEVE GARNITURE comprising a compote and a pair of vases the vases with a porcelain body of children in a landscape each vase: 10 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 3: CHINESE ENAMELED SILVER RHINO-FORM BOX the small rhino finial surmounting a larger one; with blue foliate enamel and turquoise cabochons throughout 10 1/2 inches long Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 4: PAIR OF CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER TEA CADDIES each with iris design and turquoise cabochons 6 3/4 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 5: SET OF THREE ENAMELED CHINESE GILT SILVER BIRD BOXES Condition: with some damage to enamel plumage the largest: 7 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 6: SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN CACHEPOT with gilt metal mounts and a central reserve depicting a garden scene with two couples 8 1/4 inches diameter; 9 inches high Estimate: 600/800
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 1/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 7: PAIR OF SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN COVERED VASES decorated with gilt accents and rocaille mounts; each having reserves of a woman and cherub in a landscape, signed "Rollin" 16 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 8: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & PAINTED TRIPTYCH TABLE SCREEN in the Louis XV style, the triptych gilt metal cartouche frame surrounding a painted design of cherubs in a landscape Condition: with damage and loss to paper 21 1/2 total inches; 15 inches high Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 9: THAI PARCEL GILT IRON OFFERTORY BOAT the boat being held by stand 38 1/2 inches long Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 10: AFTER ALESSANDRO MAGNASCO: "CHRIST & PONTIUS PILATE" oil on canvas 32 x 27 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 11: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED & MARQUETRY CABINET the shaped white marble top above an ebonized case with floral inlaid doors 50 inches wide; 19 1/2 inches deep; 50 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 12: MANNER OF INNOCENZIO (FLAMINIO) MINOZZI: "INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL FANTASY" ink & washes on paper with coloring Condition: some stains and minor spotting Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 151-- Gore Vidal's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 10 3/4 x 14 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 14: "CHURCH WITH BAPTISMAL FONT AND BYZANTINE FRESCOES ON ARCHED CEILING" 19th century Italian School oil on canvas Condition: relined and lightly restored Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 13 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 15: PAIR OF CONTINENTAL NEOCLASSICAL STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD AND GESSO THREE LIGHT WALL SCONCES the scroll branches emanating from a pierced backplate, decorated with foliage cornucopia and flower head ornament and centered by an oval panel depicting classical figures Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 35 x 17 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 16: ORMOLU MOUNTED MALACHITE BOX the rectangular hinged malachite top with a centered portrait medallion of a duchess; the body set on four gilt paw feet 15 3/4 wide; 10 inches deep; 5 3/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 17: PAIR OF ROYAL BONN PORCELAIN PLANTERS each body decorated with a floral motif and having a gilt rim and foot with applied lion masque handles 12 1/2 inches diameter; 14 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 18: GEORGIAN OAK WELSH DRESSER the rectangular top with three apron drawers 80 inches wide; 20 1/2 inches deep; 33 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
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Lot# 20: DAVID JAMES: "CRASHING WAVES" circa 1885 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right Condition: with 1 1/2 inch tear to center skyline 24 x 42 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 21: GEORGIAN CHINOISERIE LACQUERED TALL CASE CLOCK the decorated hood above a silvered and brass clock face and long case 99 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 22: IVO HAUPTMANN: "WOMEN SEATED BY THE SEASHORE" oil on canvas signed lower left 13 1/2 x 18 1/2 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 23: W. CHARLES NOWELL: "THE WHITE PITCHER" oil on canvas signed lower left 26 x 24 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 24: SPANISH INLAID VARGUENO ON STAND the breakfront upper cabinet with a central niche door opening to a fitted interior flanked by four drawers on each side on a Spanish style walnut trestle table of a later date the cabinet: 40 1/2 inches wide; 14 1/2 inches deep; 21 1/2 inches high; 55 total inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
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Lot# 26: DUNCAN MCCLENNAN: ETCHED GLASS BOWL blown, layered and etched glass in blue, decorated with Arabic numerals and a central band of lizards 11 1/2 inches high; 14 1/2 inches diameter Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 27: DUNCAN MCCLELLAN: OVOID RED BLOWN & ETCHED GLASS URN blown, layered and etched glass 16 1/2 inches high; 14 inches diameter Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 28: DUNCAN MCCLELLAN: ETCHED GLASS AMPHORA the blown, layered and etched glass amphora in royal blue to green with metallic collar suspended on a double arm metal stand 20 inches high; 12 inches diameter Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 29: CHINESE MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID ALTAR TABLE the rectangular top with a floral and avian inlaid apron and legs 39 1/2 inches wide; 22 1/2 inches deep; 42 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 30: CHINESE ENAMELED PLANTER the lotus shaped rim above a body with enameled panels raised on elephant supports 20 1/2 inches diameter; 17 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 5/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 31: MAURICE STERNE: "HOLLYHOCKS" circa 1917 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right Provenance: Milch Gallery, New York Exhibited Hirsch & Adler, No. 19, 1962 37 x 28 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 32: OSZKAR GLATZ: "PORTRAIT OF A SEATED MAN" oil on canvas signed lower left 19 1/2 x 14 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 33: RUSSIAN ICON depicting twelve ecclesiastical scenes centered by a central icon Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 102-- Gore Vidal's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 21 x 18 inches Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 34: PAIR OF MOORISH BONE-INLAID MIRRORS each with an inlaid Arabesque frame 80 x 49 1/2 inches Estimate: 5,000/6,000
Lot# 35: ERTE ETCHED GLASS VASE "Star Struck" pattern hand carved and cased glass vase 19 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,000
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Lot# 37: PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE CARVED & GILTWOOD CONSOLES each serpentine-shaped marble top over a pierced frieze carved with scrolls and foliage on scrolled supports and a conforming stretcher 54 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 33 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 38: ALFRED FOWLER PATTEN: "PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN" circa 1867 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right 24 x 20 inches Estimate: 1,000/2,000
Lot# 39: IVO HAUPTMANN: SAILBOATS IN THE HARBOR" oil on canvas signed lower right 15 x 18 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 40: CARL GELLES: MARBLE BUST OF A YOUNG GIRL Note: accompanied by copy of letter from Auguste Rodin to Carl Gelles approximately 15 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 41: CARL GELLES: MARBLE BUST OF A YOUNG GIRL Note: accompanied by copy of letter from Auguste Rodin to Carl Gelles approximately 16 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 7/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 42: EMPIRE ORMOLU MOUNTED SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE the upper section with a pediment atop a glazed two door bookshelf resting on a commode with a writing surface and three long drawers 54 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 112 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 43: PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE & BLUE PORCELAIN VASES mounted as table lamps; each having gilt bronze nereid mounts on a cobalt porcelain body with a Neoclassic foot 24 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 44: PAIR OF NEOCLASSIC STYLE DORE BRONZE OCCASIONAL TABLES each having a shaped square granite top above slender Neoclassic supports 20 1/2 inches squared; 20 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 45: LOUIS XVI STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD & AUBUSSON UPHOLSTERED SALON SUITE comprising a canape and four fauteuils; each with tapestry upholstery surrounding a Neoclassic frame with trophy surmount and rams head terminals canape measuring 64 inches wide Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 46: ITALIAN CARVED ALABASTER FOOTED URN the circular basin top having grape clusters and masques of Bacchus atop a column support with three kneeling nudes at base 19 inches diameter; 15 inches high Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 47: SPANISH BAROQUE STYLE LIBRARY TABLE the rectangular top with a molded rim above a single frieze drawer, shaped supports, and an iron stretcher 52 1/2 inches wide; 30 1/2 inches deep; 30 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 8/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 48: CHINESE GILT SILVER, ENAMEL, & NEPHRITE CENSER the archaic-style vessel with a foo lion toggle finial and stylized & enamel decoration 4 1/4 inches wide; 5 1/2 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 49: PAIR OF CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER PUMPKIN BOXES each lid and body with foliate enamel and turquoise & coral cabochons 5 1/2 inches diameter; 4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 50: CHELSEA PORCELAIN GROUP OF THE FOUR CONTINENTS each allegorical figure standing on a rocaille 11 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 51: EMPIRE STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED MAHOGANY BUREAU PLAT the rectangular top with specimen marble inlay above a neoclassic frame having columnar supports 48 inches wide; 30 inches deep; 31 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 52: LOUIS XVI STYLE BRONZE FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCK from the Paris studio of Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley Condition: with front glass plate missing, chip to enamel at two mark, back plate missing exposing movement 20 1/2 inches wide; 23 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 53: SUITE OF EIGHT PORTUGUESE BAROQUE ROSEWOOD ARM CHAIRS each with a scrolled back and splat with studded leather seats Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 54: TWELVE LIMOGES PORCELAIN SERVICE PLATES each having a central scene of figures after Angelica Kauffman; with green and gilt border 11 1/4 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 9/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 55: PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE & CUT GLASS GIRANDOLES the scroll branches emanating from a turned standard, suspended with beaded drapes and spherical prism drops, on turned bases Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height approximately 29 inches Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 56: NEOCLASSICAL STYLE STONE & GLASS DINING TABLE the rectangular glass top with bowed ends, the supports centered by armorial devices within turned moldings on plinth bases Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 100-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] height 29 1/2in; width 83in; depth 39 1/2in Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 57: PAIR OF JAPANESE SATSUMA PORCELAIN URNS Condition: loss to one dragon handle 37 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 58: PAIR OF CHINESE CARVED STONE TWO PART GARDEN SEATS each having a round top on a square base with foo lion supports 18 inches diameter; 20 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 59: INDIAN LAHOUR CARPET 12'1" x 15'4" Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 60: RENE LALIQUE MOLDED & STAINED GLASS "PENTHIEVRE" VASE circa 1928; Marcilhac, 1011 deep blue & white stained inscribed and numbered below 10 inches high Estimate: 15,000/20,000
Lot# 61: PAIR OF ITALIAN BAROQUE STYLE PAINTED & PARCEL GILT PRICKETS the baluster columns decorated with foliage on tripartite bases ending in paw feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 148-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 19 inches high Estimate: 500/700
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 10/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 62: RAY HOWLETT: "ASCENDING COLOR" acrylic light box 25 1/2 x 19 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 63: JACK BUSH: "LINCOLN CENTRE" circa 1974 lithograph in colors signed, numbered 142/144, and dated lower left Condition: water damage to the bottom including light staining and slight buckling, mostly affecting the corners 61 1/2 x 37 inches sight Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 64: NEOCLASSIC STYLE MALACHITE TOP TABLE the rectangular malachite top with checkerboard center and bronze rim atop a neoclassic gilt bronze base 47 1/2 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 36 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 65: CLAUDE VENARD: "LE MODELE A L'ECHIAVIER" oil on canvas signed lower left Provenance: The Estate of Steve Allen & Jayne Meadows; featured in a home photo with the Allens and George Burns 28 1/2 X 23 1/2 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 66: NORTHERN ITALIAN BAROQUE WALNUT BAMBOCCI the upper cabinet three apron drawers having figural pulls above a drop front writing surface opening to a fitted classical interior atop a cabinet with two short drawers and a two door cupboard 29 1/2 inches wide; 13 inches deep; 63 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 11/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 67: PABLO PICASSO: "LA RONDE DE LA JEUNESSE" circa 1961 lithograph in colors signed and numbered 96/200 25 1/2 x 19 1/4 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 68: PABLO PICASSO: "LE CLOWN" circa 1962 lithograph in colors signed lower right and numbered 80/200 25 1/2 x 20 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 69: PABLO PICASSO: EXPOSITION 1958 VALLAURIS circa 1958 lithograph in colors signed and numbered 136/175 30 1/4 x 25 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 70: PABLO PICASSO: "LA RONDE DE LA JEUNESSE" circa 1959 lithograph in colors signed lower right and numbered 192/200 25 1/2 x 20 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 71: ITALIAN RENAISSANCE STYLE WALNUT LIBRARY TABLE the rectangular top above two apron drawers having supports by lyre form legs with a central stretcher 78 1/2 inches wide; 35 1/2 inches deep; 32 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 12/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 72: DAVID HOCKNEY: "MAN" photo lithograph in black and white pencil signed and numbered; edition 7/60 15 x 18 1/2 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 73: EDWARD RUSCHA: "DISH" circa 1973 lithograph signed and numbered 171/250 Printed: Cirrus Editions, Los Angeles Published for Neighbors of Watts, Los Angeles Provenance: Neighbors of Watts fundraising project, Los Angeles 3 1/2 x 7 7/8 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 74: NAPOLEON III GILT BRONZE & BRONZE FIGURAL CLOCK depicting an Orientalist figure reclining in a sedan chair atop an elephant, attended by two blackamoors 15 inches wide; 17 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 75: FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED & EBONIZED DISPLAY CABINET with ormolu and French porcelain mounts throughout 34 1/2 inches wide; 15 inches deep; 43 3/4 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 76: JANE HAMMOND: "SCRAPBOOK" three-dimensional collage with pigmented inkjet, woodcut, and watercolor signed lower right 26 x 40 inches sight Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 77: LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU-MOUNTED MAHOGANY BUREAU PLAT stamped Haentges Freres the molded rectangular top with brown and parcel gilt leather writing surface above three shaped frieze drawers, on cabriole legs headed by gilt bronze caryatids terminating in bronze sabots 69 inches wide; 35 1/2 inches deep; 30 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 13/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 78: PAIR OF FRENCH CRYSTAL PLANTERS each circular body with a molded gilt bronze rim and rams masque handles set on four short feet 13 1/2 inches diameter; 10 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 79: SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN ORMOLU-MOUNTED URN GARNITURE the body with a pink ground and Neoclassic mounts having a roundel depicting figures in a park landscape on one side and a lake scene landscape on the other Condition: with chip to rim 33 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 80: PAIR OF MOORISH OCTAGONAL SIDE TABLES each having an octagonal top with geometric mother of pearl inlay on a conforming Arabesque base 21 1/2 inches squared; 41 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 81: PAIR OF CHINESE SILVER & ENAMEL PHOENIX-FORM BOXES each with a bird-form finial atop an enameled body with phoenix design 5 inches wide; 6 1/4 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 82: PAIR OF CHINESE GILT SILVER, ENAMEL, & TURQUOISE EGG-FORM BOXES each archaic-form body with a sectional lid, enamel design and turquoise & coral cabochons 4 inches diameter; 6 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 83: CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER COVERED BOX with enameled design and turquoise & coral inlay on the lid and body with a jadeite bangle inset at top of body 7 inches high Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 84: SET OF THREE ENAMELED CHINESE SILVER & JADE- MOUNTED BOXES each lid having inlaid semi-precious stones on a body with two mounted jade bangles interspersed with foliate design and stones 3 1/4 inches diameter; 4 1/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 14/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 85: PAIR OF CHINESE CARVED AND PAINTED WOODEN FIGURES OF SAGES RIDING ELEPHANTS each parcel gilt and polychrome figure set atop elephants Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 11 inches wide; 9 1/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,000
Lot# 86: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED & BOULLE CABINET the upper case with two glazed paneled doors and foliate inlay throughout resting on a stand with ormolu mounts and a scalloped apron 55 inches wide; 20 inches deep; 68 inches high Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 87: ALFRED POLLENTINE: "FISHING BOATS IN A STORMY SEA" circa 1879 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right 30 x 50 inches Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 88: PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL STYLE GILT METAL & CARVED GILTWOOD TWO LIGHT WALL SCONCES the trumpet form arms emanating from a ribbon tide oak leaf and acorn swag backplate Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes 1977 [p. 150-- the Hall of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 40 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 89: "THE MARRAIGE OF CORIOLANUS" 18th century Italian School oil on canvas Condition: scattered restorations, a small loss at lower left quadrant Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 34 x 32 1/2 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 90: PAIR OF VENETIAN PAINTED COMMODES each having a D-shaped green marble top above a single frieze drawers and a pair of curved painted doors 48 inches wide; 21 inches deep; 37 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 15/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 91: GANDHARA SCHIST HEAD OF BUDDHA having uma and elongated ears Literature: for a similar example see "The Art of Gandhara," 2007 [p 66; item 48, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY] 18 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 92: INSHO DOMOTO: ""UNTITLED" mixed media on paper signed lower right Provenance: The Estate of Steve Allen & Jayne Meadows 12 1/2 x 16 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 93: KINUKO CRAFT: TWO WATERCOLORS depicting an amorous couple on a rug surrounded by skeletal remains before the White House in disrepair; and an Indian style horse headed god on a raft in the river with spectators and the New York skyline in the background with a 747 flying towards (2) watercolor and gouache on paper each signed Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal each measuring 15 3/4 x 15 3/4 (sight) Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 94: JAMES GILL: "BLUE NUDE" circa 1950 oil on canvas signed lower right Provenance: From the Estate of Louis & Annette Kaufman 19 x 29 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 95: "FLORENTIAN FANTASY" gouache on canvas signed "Frankfurter" Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 35 x 60 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 96: VENETIAN CARVED WALNUT SETTEE the carved base flanked by two carved figures holding each arm aloft terminating into carved cherubs Estimate: 3,000/5,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 16/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 97: SIGMOND POLLITZER: "GIANT HEAD OF CONSTANTINE" circa 1965 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left titled verso Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 40 x 68 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 98: ROYAL CROWN DERBY PORCELAIN DINNER SERVICE "Olde Avesbury" pattern; with modern mark after 1963 comprising 13 dinner plates (10 1/4"), 10 salad plates (8 1/2"), 13 bread plates (6 1/8"), 13 cream soups with 13 saucers, 13 tea cups with 13 saucers, 12 crescent bone dishes (8 1/2"), 13 goblets (5" high), an octagonal serving bowl, an oval tray, a pair of candlesticks (10" high), a coffee pot, sugar & creamer, 8 cigarette cups, 6 oval ashtrays or nut dishes (5 1/2", with boxes), and 6 square ashtrays or nut dishes (3", with boxes) 140 total pieces Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 99: CONTINENTAL PAPIER MACHE EBONIZED TABLE JARDINIERE of shaped oval outline inset with a zinc liner and decorated with panels of flora within trellis work borders raised on a pierced quadruped support with scroll feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 30 1/2in; width 24in; depth 16in Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 100: VICTORIAN STYLE PAINTED SIDE TABLE the rectangular top depicting a scene of figures outside a cottage supported by square tapered legs 32 inches wide; 23 inches deep; 30 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 101: NEST OF THREE REGENCY CHINOISERIE DECORATED OCCASIONAL TABLES the tops decorated with figures in formal landscapes on pierced, standard end supports and splayed legs joined by a stretcher Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal the tallest: 24 inches wide; 17 1/2 inches deep; 28 inches high Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 102: JAPANESE SATSUMA PORCELAIN THREE PIECE GARNITURE comprising a censer and two vases each depicting figures and a dragon in a landscape the vases measuring: 16 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 17/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 103: PAIR OF NEOCLASSIC STYLE GILT BRONZE & MALACHITE TABLES each shaped round malachite top set into a gilt bronze base on bamboo supports 23 1/2 inches diameter; 28 1/4 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 104: HENRY ETIENNE DUMAIGE: "TWO NEOCLASSICAL WOMEN" gilt bronze group inscribed in casting 25 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 105: CZESLAV ZUBER: "LES BETES" circa 1987 painted glass sculpture signed and dated on back at bottom Provenance: Suzel Berna Gallery, Antibes approximately 11 1/2 x 17 x 4 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 106: CONTINENTAL BAROQUE STYLE CARVED OAK CENTER TABLE incorporating antique and later elements; the rectangular top above a fluted frieze raised on spirally turned legs joined by stretchers and ending in block feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 48 inches wide; 26 inches deep; 30 inches high Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 107: LOUIS XVI STYLE GILTWOOD SALON SUITE comprising a canape and four fauteuils, each with striped silk upholstery the settee: 58 1/2 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 108: PAIR OF FRENCH ROCK CRYSTAL THREE-LIGHT GIRANDOLES each with a rock crystal stem supporting gilt branches with rock crystal drops and purple crystal beads 28 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 109: LOUIS XV STYLE CARVED DINING TABLE together with twelve dining chairs comprising a pair of armchairs and ten side chairs; each upholstered in red and beige silk damask the large rectangular top with a cartouche molded rim above a pierced apron and cabriole supports 132 inches wide; 48 inches deep; 30 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 18/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 110: TABRIZ CARPET center pole medallion, allover herati and lattice design, five stripe border with cartouches in tones of white, salmon, green and pale yellow 15' x 20'9" Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 111: PAIR OF GERMAN PORCELAIN FIVE-LIGHT CANDELABRA each having a basket form finial above scrolled candle arms and a pierced base with an applied floral garland and reclining women on a rocaille base Condition: with loss and repair to appliqué 16 inches diameter; 26 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 112: PAIR OF FRENCH PAINTED LEATHER PANELS each leather panel laid down on board painting in three parts depicting rural landscapes with romanticized woman, man, and flock 82 x 23 inches Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 113: PAIR OF ITALIAN PAINTED & PARCEL GILT CONSOLE TABLES each with a shaped rectangular top, decorated apron and two cabriole front legs and two straight square hind legs 39 3/4 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 35 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 114: PAIR OF CAST STONE ALLEGORICAL FIGURES one reclining figure holding a basket of flowers; the other, shafts of wheat 25 inches wide; 22 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 115: PAIR OF IRON MANOR GATES each with foliate design 157 total inches wide; 112 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 19/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 116: JOSE BEDIA: "ESPIRITU DEL TABACO VERDE" oil and acrylic on canvas signed lower right Provenance: The Estate of David Copley, La Jolla 70 x 105 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 117: STEINWAY & SONS EBONY CASE GRAND PIANO with bench; model O, circa 1908, serial no. 133288 5'10" Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 118: STEINWAY & SONS EBONY CASE GRAND PIANO with bench; model M, circa 1914, serial no. 166979 5'7" Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 119: STEINWAY & SONS MAHOGANY CASE GRAND PIANO with bench; model A, circa 1911, serial no. 154921 6'2" Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 120: STEINWAY & SONS MAHOGANY CASE GRAND PIANO with bench; model L, circa 1959, serial no. 365019 5'10 1/2" Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 121: RON PIPPIN: "CELESTIAL ARMOR #3" sculpture of leather armor flanked by a pair of metal bladed wings Provenance: Sherry Frumkin Gallery, Santa Monica, "Ron Pippin: A Survey: 1980-1995" (March 18-April 22, 1995) 159 inches wide Estimate: 4,000/6,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 20/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 122: PAIR OF CHINESE PORCELAIN GINGER JARS each having a body with landscape roundels on a gilt decorated blue ground, on wooden bases 36 inches high Estimate: 4,000/5,000
Lot# 123: MOORISH STYLE CARVED HARDWOOD & MOSAIC TILE TOP COFFEE TABLE the square top with geometric ornament within molded edge above a lattice work frieze on shaped legs ending in bun feet Condition: with loss to tesserae on top Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 148-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 48 inches square; 16 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 124: RENAISSAINCE STYLE WROUGHT IRON TRESTLE TABLE the rectangular top above an iron base 130 inches wide; 39 1/2 inches deep; 301/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 125: ELEVEN OAK & LEATHER UPHOLSTERED DINING CHAIRS each having an upholstered leather back and cushion on turned wood legs and stretcher Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 126: LOUIS XV STYLE PAINTED & PARCEL GILT CANAPE the painted and parcel gilt frame with light-blue upholstery on cabriole legs 130 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 127: KIRMAN CARPET 11'11" x 19'1" Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 128: PAIR OF POMPEIAN STYLE BRONZE CENTAURS each on a rouge marble plinth the larger 42 inches wide; 59 1/4 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
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Lot# 129: PATINATED METAL CLASSICAL STYLE TORSOS each on a tapered black marble pedestal depicting two Roman gods 79 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 130: LARGE MARBLE FIGURE OF NUDE WOMAN 54 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 131: VENETIAN GILTWOOD & LEATHER SEDAN CHAIR Rococo design with painted and gilded leather 74 inches high 38 1/2 inches deep x 33 1/2 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 132: PAIR OF FRENCH RENAISSANCE STYLE GILT BRONZE SIX-LIGHT SCONCES each trophy form body with scrolls supporting six candle arms 38 x 29 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 133: CHINESE SILK CARPET in the Persian style 7'9" x 10'3" Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 134: GIUSEPPE RIVAROLI: "KNIGHT ON HORESBACK PILLAGING" oil on canvas signed and inscribed lower right Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 24 x 40 inches Estimate: 1,200/1,800
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Lot# 135: GIUSEPPE RIVAROLI: "ARMORED EQUESTRIAN WARRIOR ADDRESSING HIS TROOPS" oil on canvas signed lower right Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 20 x 24 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 136: JAMES THURBER: "COUPLE STANDING AT BEDSIDE" pencil on paper signed lower right Provenance: Illustration House--New York: May 6, 1995 [Lot 116] Heritage Auction Galleries--Dallas: June 5, 2008 [Lot 66329] The Estate of Sam Simon, benefiting the Sam Simon Charitable Giving Foundation 28 x 22 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 137: NEOCLASSIC STYLE MICROMOSAIC TOP OCCASIONAL TABLE the round top with a pietra dura border and micro-mosaic scenes of ruins surrounding a central motif of birds at a fountain; atop a caryatid base 29 inches diameter; 30 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 138: AFTER GUILLAUME COUSTOU THE YOUNGER: "LA MUSIQUE S'INSPIRE DE LA POESIE" bronze group with a brown patina, on a marble pedestal 18 inches wide; 30 inches high; 75 1/2 total inches high Estimate: 4,000/5,000
Lot# 139: GERMAN PAINTED STAINED GLASS ROUNDEL possibly late 16th century depicting an apothecary scene and with the name ‘Caspar Vidall’ Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 3 1/2 inches Estimate: 700/1,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 23/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 140: PAIR OF MONUMENTAL PATINATED BRONZE JAPANESE URNS the upper and middle sections of each body decorated with cranes, birds, branches and leaves, the lower sectionals decorated with dragon turtles 53 3/4 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 141: PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN VASES mounted as table lamps decorated in floral motif and roosters throughout the vases measuring 23 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 142: LOUIS PHILIPPE PORCELAIN-MOUNTED CABINET the D-shaped burl wood top with a molded rim above a frieze having inset porcelain plaques above a pair of central doors flanked by curved glass doors 70 inches wide; 18 1/2 inches deep; 42 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 143: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & ENAMEL MANTLE CLOCK the urn form finial above a Neoclassic case with caryatids flanking a central clock face 17 1/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 144: CHINESE FOUR PANEL FLOOR SCREEN solid teak, each panel carved with serpents, dragons, blossoms, and scrolls each panel measuring 23 1/2 inches wide; 81 3/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 145: JORGE MARIN: "WINGED FIGURE" polychrome bronze 51 inches high Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 146: PHILIP & KELVIN LAVERNE "CHAN" CENTER TABLE patinated, etched bronze, and wood table the round top depicting a Chinese landscape with figures on an octagonal base 47 1/2 inches diameter; 29 1/2 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
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Lot# 148: EMILE OTHON FRIESZ: "HONFLEUR" circa 1930 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left initialed, dated, and titled verso Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 24 x 20 inches Estimate: 15,000/20,000
Lot# 149: CONSTANTIN TERECHKOVITCH: "JARDIN DE MR.CORNIAU A AVALLON" oil on canvas signed lower right signed and titled on stretcher Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 25 1/2 x 36 inches Estimate: 5,000/8,000
Lot# 150: DAVID PARK: "MAN AND WOMAN RECLINING" oil on Masonite titled on labels verso Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust Staempfli Gallery Inc. New York City [inv. no. C-1238] Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco [inv. no. C-5820] Exhibited: The Museum of California, The Oakland Museum-- The David Park Retrospective [December 9, 1977-January 22, 1978, catalog no. 24] 23 1/2 x 35 1/2 inches Estimate: 100,000/150,000
Lot# 151: ISLAMIC STONE CARVING OF A RECUMBENT LION 8 inches long Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 152: TWO NEAR EASTERN ALABASTER CEREMONIAL VESSELS 3 3/4 inches square; 5 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 25/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 153: THREE SMALL GREEK OR ITALIC TERRACOTTA VESSELS Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal the largest measuring: 10 1/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 154: ROMAN TERRA COTTA WATER SPOUT in carved lion form; with paint remnants; showing mouth and eyes open 9 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 155: SET OF SEVEN GRECO-ROMAN MARBLE FRAGMENTS each carved architectural fragment in various sizes the largest: 11 inches long Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 156: LE COULTRE ATMOS MANTLE CLOCK perpetual motion 15 jewels brass and glass Chinoiserie case, in fitted presentation case 9 1/2 inches high x 7 inches wide Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 157: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & PAINTED PORCELAIN TABLE BOX the hinged lid depicting maidens and cherubs in a landscape, "signed Johner" Provenance: The Dodge Collection 10 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 158: FRENCH BRONZE & COROMANDEL LACQUERED ENCRIER the bronze-mounted Chinese porcelain double inkwell mounted to a cartouche coromandel lacquered panel with pen rest on raised feet 14 inches wide Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 159: JAPANESE GOLD LACQUERED KOGO the lidded box decorated in a gold high relief lacquer with a traditional Japanese structure in a garden with stream, bird and foliage 9 1/2 inches wide; 7 3/4 inches deep; 5 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 26/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 160: AMERICAN MARINE CHRONOMETER Hamilton Watch Co., Lancaster, P.A., U.S.A the white enameled dial with blued steel hands, Arabic clock dial, 48-hour up/down ring and subsidiary seconds ring numbered to the center N 8431 7 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 161: ENGLISH MARINE CHRONOMETER Thomas Mercer, St. Albans England the silvered Roman dial with 56- hour up/down ring, blued steel hands, seconds ring numbered to the center 20639, with bimetallic balance set in a mahogany and brass outer case 56 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 162: BRASS-BOUND MAHOGANY MARINE CHRONOMETER Ulysse Nardin Suisse no. 3952 with brass bowl and gimbal, white painted dial and blued steel hands on a balanced wheel support 6 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 163: DAVID GILHOOLY: "FROGIOLIES" circa 1987 glazed ceramic sculpture signed on the underside Provenance: Asher/Faure Gallery, Los Angeles 4 1/2 x 9 x 15 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 164: M.C. ESCHER: "ASCENDING AND DESCENDING" circa 1960 lithograph signed in pencil and numbered 89/108 III Provenance: Jerry Glaser, founder of Glaser tools, accomplished wood turner and artist. Jerry had deep relationships with many artists- Sam Maloof, Bob Stocksdale and his wife Kay. Jerry was very interested in drawing, particularly technical and complex drawing. Jerry purchased work from M.C. Escher on a trip to meet him in the Netherlands. approximately 18 1/2 x 15 1/2 inches Estimate: 15,000/18,000
Lot# 165: M.C. ESCHER: "PUDDLE" circa 1952; Bod/Kist/Locher/Wierda, 378 color woodblock signed and annotated Eigen Druk Provenance: Jerry Glaser, founder of Glaser tools, accomplished wood turner and artist. Jerry had deep relationships with many artists- Sam Maloof, Bob Stocksdale and his wife Kay. Jerry was very interested in drawing, particularly technical and complex drawing. Jerry purchased work from M.C. Escher on a trip to meet him in the Netherlands. approximately 9 1/2 x 12 3/4 inches Estimate: 8,000/10,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 27/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 166: ITALIAN SPECIMEN MARBLE & PORPHYRY TABLE TOP on later plinth bases; the top with geometric ornament and interlaced scrolls raised on later square plinth bases Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 56 x 27 1/2 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 167: ITALIAN ROCOCO REVIVAL CARVED WALNUT ARMCHAIR incorporating antique and later elements with tufted leather top rail and seat, having scroll arm supports above a foliate decorated frieze on cabriole legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 29 3/4 inches wide Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 168: FRENCH BRONZE THREE-PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE the clock with a urn surmount depicting figures in bas relief atop a double sided clock, each face signed Lenoir; with garnitures of similar design 13 1/2 inches wide; 24 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 169: ITALIAN BAROQUE CARVED & GILTWOOD CONSOLE TABLE the rectangular marble top above a pierced foliate and sea scroll undulating frieze centered by a mask, raised on cabriole legs headed by masks and ending in claw and ball feet and joined by undulating stretchers centered by an urn Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Hall of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 64 inches wide; 25 inches deep; 40 inches high Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 170: VENETIAN ETCHED GLASS MIRROR the octagonal cushioned mirror with floral border and surmount 60 x 38 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 171: SILVER PLATED & CUT-GLASS FIGURAL EPERGNE the silver plated body mounted with a figure of a woman and three fittings with cut-glass bowls 25 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 28/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 172: LOUIS XVI STYLE ORMOLU-MOUNTED TABLE the shaped rectangular marble top set above a single frieze drawer on slightly tapered circular legs with ormolu mounts throughout 46 inches wide; 26 inches deep; 31 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 173: LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD BUREAU DE DAME the fall enclosing a leather-lined writing surface, four drawers, pigeon- holes, and hidden compartment, over two short and two long frieze drawers on cabriole legs; ormolu mounts throughout 33 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 41 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 174: PAIR OF ITALIAN BAROQUE PAINT DECORATED FLOOR TORCHERES the foliate and flower head columns decorated with masked ornament on scroll tripartite bases Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 76 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 175: OTAKAR COUBINE: "ALPINE LANDSCAPE WITH BARN" oil on canvas signed lower right Condition: patch and in painting upper right Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 13 x 16 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 176: JEAN HELION: "FISHING BOATS IN HARBOR" circa June 17, 1961 oil on board signed, dated, and annotated verso with inscription to Louis & Annette [Kaufman], circa September 11, 1962 Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 9 x 13 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 177: CHINESE COROMANDEL LACQUERED SCREEN comprising ten panels depicting figures making offerings to the gods 86 inches wide; 43 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 29/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 178: FRENCH ORMOLU-MOUNTED KINGWOOD & SATINE PARQUETRY VITRINE-CABINET stamped Stamped Linke/ Serrurerie; index number 219, Paris, late 19th Century the shaped Breche d'Alep marble top above two hinged glass front and bronze mounted doors on slight cabriole legs with bronze sabots 54 inches wide; 18 1/2 inches deep; 60 1/2 inches high Estimate: 15,000/20,000
Lot# 179: LAVAR KIRMAN CARPET 8'10" x 11'7" Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 180: 1970 ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SHADOW VIN no. SRX6723; license no. ZRM863; odometer reading 47428 Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 181: 14 KARAT GOLD EAGLE the bird with spread wings on a carved jade rock-form base Note: the eagle is affixed to the base and cannot be removed without destroying the integrity of the piece. 11 3/4 inches wide; 13 3/4 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 182: 14 KARAT GOLD SHEEP GROUP on a carved jade base the ewe stamped .585 below the ewe weighing 268 grams; the lambs affixed to the base approximately 8 1/2 inches wide; 5 3/4 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 183: 14 KARAT GOLD & GEMSTONE-INLAID RAM with interchanging ruby and sapphire back and carved agate horns; on an agate and wood base Note: the ram is affixed to the base and cannot be removed without destroying the integrity of the piece. 6 inches wide; 6 1/4 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 184: PAIR OF EIGHTEEN KARAT GOLD ELEPHANTS 654 total grams each measuring 8 inches long Estimate: 15,000/20,000
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Lot# 186: 18 KARAT GOLD ENAMEL & PRECIOUS STONE DEER the stag with an enameled drape across its back and a jadeite snuff bottle surmount. on a resin rock-form base 368 grams, gross weight including attachments, jewels, etc. (without base) 6 1/2 inches wide; 9 1/2 inches high Estimate: 9,000/11,000
Lot# 187: PAIR OF 14 KARAT GOLD, ENAMEL, & GEMSTONE- INLAID FOO LIONS each on a stepped wood plinth approx. 215 total grams, gross weight including attachments, jewels, etc. 5 1/4 inches wide; 4 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 188: PAIR OF 18 KARAT GOLD, ENAMEL, & GEMSTONE ELEPHANTS 1854 total grams, gross weight including attachments, jewels, etc. (940 & 914) each elephant wearing an enameled drape with a jadeite cylinder above 11 inches wide; 9 1/4 inches high Estimate: 50,000/60,000
Lot# 189: FOURTEEN KARAT GOLD, ENAMEL, & WHITE JADE BOX the lid with a relief plaque of a sleeping figure amongst lily pads 343.87 total grams, including white jade 4 inches wide Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 190: 18 KARAT GOLD & SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE HORSE stamped 18K under hoof the horse weighing approx. 1242 grams, gross weight including attachments, jewels, etc. 12 inches wide; 10 inches high Estimate: 35,000/40,000
Lot# 191: 14 KARAT GOLD & SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE HORSE on a stepped wood base stamped 14K under hoof Note: the horse is affixed to the base and cannot be removed without destroying the integrity of the piece. The estimate is based on the previous horse of similar size, even though the purity is different 12 inches wide; 10 1/4 inches high Estimate: 25,000/30,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 31/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 192: 14 KARAT GOLD, ENAMEL, & JEWELED ELEPHANT the elephant with an enameled gold draping its back and a carved lapis snuff bottle surmount 772 grams, gross weight including attachments, jewels, etc. 9 inches wide; 10 inches high Estimate: 15,000/20,000
Lot# 193: LAPIS, 14 KARAT GOLD, & GEMSTONE-INLAID ELEPHANT the carved animal with a gold & stone-inlaid pagoda atop inlaid drapery 8 inches wide; 8 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 194: LAPIS, 14 KARAT GOLD, & GEMSTONE-INLAID ELEPHANT the carved animal with gold drapery and a parasol-topped pagoda on its back 3 3/4 inches wide; 5 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 195: LAPIS, 14 KARAT GOLD, & GEMSTONE-INLAID CAMEL the recumbent animal with a diamond band and jewel-inlaid drapery and parasol 6 inches wide; 6 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 196: PAIR OF FOURTEEN KARAT GOLD & ENAMEL BIRD VESSELS each with enameled beaks and tails and semi-precious stone combs approximately 470 total troy ounces 5 1/2 inches long Estimate: 9,000/12,000
Lot# 197: FOURTEEN KARAT GOLD, ENAMEL, & JADE CENSER 294 grams, gross weight including jewels, etc. 5 1/2 inches wide; 7 1/4 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 198: PORSCHE DESIGN "DASHBOARD" WATCH stainless steel with green dial 6612.11/1 158.435 Estimate: 1,200/1,500
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Lot# 200: PORSCHE DESIGN "DASHBOARD" WATCH stainless steel with black PVD coating 6612.17/2 160.313 Estimate: 1,000/1,200
Lot# 201: IWC SHAFFHAUSEN "PILOT" TITANIUM CHRONOGRAPH 289.970 Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 202: LONGINES "MOONPHASE" 18 KARAT GOLD WATCH L2 673 6 750/34689248; automatic Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 203: GIRARD PERREGAUX "RETOUR EL VOL" 18 KARAT GOLD WATCH ref. 4958/ inscribed OJN 11 verso Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 204: BLANCPAIN "VILLERET" 18 KARAT GOLD WATCH no. 539 Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 205: VACHERON CONSTANTIN 18 KARAT GOLD WATCH with leather band and stamped clasp Estimate: 2,500/3,000
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Lot# 207: CARTIER 18 KARAT GOLD "TANK" WRISTWATCH 92695 nx/2441; leather strap with Cartier buckle KD20G306 Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 208: CARTIER "PANTHERE" TWO-TONE WRISTWATCH 187857/11664 Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 209: CARTIER STAINLESS "SANTOS" WRISTWATCH 1564/959970cd Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 210: BULOVA "ACCUTRON" 18 KARAT GOLD WATCH E56300/M5 Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 211: PATEK PHILIPPE 14 KARAT GOLD POCKETWATCH & CHAIN Stamped 14k on case with chain marked 14k Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 212: WILLIAM SPRATLING 18 KARAT GOLD & PRE- COLUMBIAN CRYSTAL NECKLACE the beaded gold necklace with seven alternating gourd-shaped rock crystal drops spaced by gold and crystal pendants; the rectangular clasp with a cabochon ruby and stamped 18K/WS Provenance: Estate of Millard Sheets 15 1/2 inches long Estimate: 8,000/12,000 http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 34/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Lot# 213: WILLIAM SPRATLING 18 KARAT GOLD NECKLACE WITH PRE-COLUMBIAN JADE FIGURE OF BIRD the nephrite jade pendant depicting a bird mask with a stylized frame; the clasp stamped 18K/WS Provenance: Estate of Millard Sheets approx. 15 1/2 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 214: WILLIAM SPRATLING 18 KARAT BEADED GOLD & CRYSTAL NECKLACE the rock crystal pendant on a beaded gold necklace with interspace rock crystal and nephrite discs Provenance: Estate of Millard Sheets 16 inches long Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 215: STRAND OF GRADUATED CORAL BEADS set with a French platinum & diamond clasp; the beads measuring 9- 12mm; the central marquise diamond weighing approximately .75 carats with approximately .70 total carats of surrounding diamonds 20 inches long Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 216: LADIES 14 KARAT WHITE GOLD & DIAMOND COVERED WATCH the face signed "Lucerne"; the exterior having 5 full cut diamonds weighing approx. .43 total carats [average of H, VS]; 66 baguette diamonds, approx. 7.00 total carats [average of H, VVS]; 3 pear-shaped diamonds, .71 total carats [average of H, VS]; and 15 marquise-cut diamonds, 2.25 total carats [average of H, VS] 34.2 grams [10.39 total carats] 6 1/8 inches long Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 217: PLATINUM & DIAMOND BRACELET the single round brilliant cut diamond weighing approx. 1.05 carats [F, VVS2]; with 48 full-cut diamonds weighing approx. 2.47 total carats [average of H, VS]; 103 baguette-cut diamonds weighing approx. 6.03 total carats [average of H, VVS]; 14 marquise-cut diamonds weighing approx. 1.40 total carats 48.7 grams 6 7/8 inches long; 3/4 inches wide Estimate: 9,000/12,000
Lot# 218: PLATINUM & DIAMOND NECKLACE the diamonds weighing approx. 5.05 total carats 48.2 grams 16.5 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
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Lot# 220: 18 KARAT WHITE GOLD & DIAMOND RING centered with an oval cushion-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.90 carats [H, SI2-I1]; the 26 full cut round [average of H, I1] and 16 baguette diamonds [average of H, VVS] in mounting weighing approx. 2.05 total carats [3.15 total carats] 10.6 grams size 6 3/4 Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 221: PAIR OF 18 KARAT WHITE & YELLOW GOLD, EMERALD, AND DIAMOND EARRINGS the emeralds weighing approx. 1.30 total carats; the diamonds, approx. 2.85 total carats [H, SI] 16.8 grams Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 222: 18 KARAT GOLD, EMERALD, & DIAMOND NECKLACE with alternating emerald-cut emeralds and diamond "fleuron", centered by a pear-shaped emerald drop; the emeralds weighing approx. 39.05 total carats; the diamonds, 17.95 total carats [G-H, VS-I2] with AGL no. CS1077625, stating that an excess of the 34 emeralds are Colombian 68 grams 15 1/2 inches Estimate: 15,000/18,000
Lot# 223: FRENCH ART DECO PLATINUM, EMERALD & DIAMOND RING the emerald weighing approximately .75 carats; the diamonds, 1.20 total carats size 4 3/4 Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 224: PLATINUM & DIAMOND BOW PENDANT BROOCH with 13 full cut diamond weighing approx. .67 total carats; 67 square, baguette, & tapered baguette diamonds weighing approx. 3.27 total carats; 13 pear-shaped diamonds weighing approx. 3.33 total carats; and 12 marquis-cut diamonds weighing approx. 3.44 total carats [10.71 total carats, average of I, VS]; the fancy-fringe drops are semi-flexible 23.8 grams Condition: one bead-set diamond missing 1 1/2 x 1 7/8 inches Estimate: 6,000/8,000
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Lot# 226: 18 KARAT YELLOW & WHITE GOLD FLORAL BROOCH containing 144 diamonds, bed or pave set weighing approx. 2.08 total carats [H, VS1] 18.4 grams 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 227: PAIR OF PLATINUM, DIAMOND, & SOUTH SEA PEARL EAR CLIPS the pearls measuring 14.5mm; the diamonds weighing approximately 5.30 carats 19 grams .8 inches diameter Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 228: 18 KARAT WHITE GOLD, DIAMOND & PEARL NECKLACE the diamonds weighing approximately 2.63 total carats [I, SI1]; with 24 Baroque freshwater cultured pearls 39.4 grams 16.5 inches long Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 229: ITALIAN 18 KARAT YELLOW & WHITE GOLD, DIAMOND, & RUBY BRACELET with 24 rubies weighing approx. 1.20 carats; the 32 diamonds weighing approx. .36 total carats [average of I, VS] 68.7 grams Condition: with one diamond missing 7 3/8 inches long Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 230: AMBROSI, ITALY: 18 KARAT GOLD, CITRINE, WHITE & COGNAC DIAMOND NECKLACE AND EARRING SET the diamonds weighing 51 total carats: the white diamonds, 25.50 carats; the cognac, 25.50 carats 165 grams adjustable length: 14-16 inches; width: .8 inches Estimate: 15,000/20,000
Lot# 231: PLATINUM, 18 KARAT GOLD, & YELLOW DIAMOND RING the center stone weighing approx. 1.45 carats [yellow, SI2], with four trapezoid cut diamonds weighing approx. .40 total carats and 18 baguette cut channel set diamonds weighing approx. .70 carats 9.8 grams size 6 Estimate: 5,000/7,000 http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 37/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Lot# 232: PAIR OF 14 KARAT WHITE & YELLOW GOLD AND YELLOW DIAMOND EARRINGS one weighing 1.01 carats [yellow, VS1]; the other, .91 carats [yellow, VS1] with other white diamonds weighing approx. 1.94 total carats 8.1 grams Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 233: THREE ITALIAN 18 KARAT GOLD & DIAMOND CUFF- STYLE BRACELETS each cuff having three central medallions pave set with full cut round diamonds weighing approx. 5.07 total carats [average of I, SI] 60.2 grams Estimate: 4,500/6,500
Lot# 234: 18 KARAT GOLD, DIAMOND, & CULTURED PEARL GRADUATED TRIPLE-STRAND NECKLACE the pearls measuring 7.6-7.9mm; each with slight rose overtone, moderate lustre the clasp with 154 full-cut diamonds pave set in white gold weighing approx. 3.08 total carats [average of I, SI] Condition: with one strand broken and one loose pearl Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 235: PLATINUM, EMERALD & DIAMOND BRACELET the twenty round emeralds weighing approx. .24 total carats (semi- transparent, medium bluish green) interspersed with twenty round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing approx. 2.20 carats [G-I, SI2-I1] along with 65 pave & channel set diamonds weighing approx. 4.10 total carats [G-I, SI2-I1] 44.83 grams 7 1/4 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 236: FRENCH ORMOLU-MOUNTED BRONZE FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCK the elaborately pierced base with rocaille scrolls of foliage with a central masque of Bacchus, surmounted by a group of cherubs and putti; the enameled dial signed "DENIERE, FT. DE BRONZES, A PARIS" and an 8- day time & strike movement marked "DENIERE A PARIS, 3330" 24 inches wide; 26 inches high Estimate: 12,000/15,000
Lot# 237: REGENCE PROVINCIAL FRUITWOOD COMMODE the serpentine top above three conforming drawers and short feet 54 inches wide; 27 1/2 inches deep; 40 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 38/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 238: PAIR OF PORTUGUESE BAROQUE STYLE WALNUT HALL CHAIRS each with embossed and parcel gilt leather back and seats Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 239: GEORGES BAREAU: "DIANA ASTRIDE AN EAGLE" bronze group with golden brown patina inscribed in casting 33 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 240: ITALIAN BAROQUE PARCEL GILT AND PAINT DECORATED CENTER TABLE the rectangular marble top raised on foliate and cabochon legs joined by similar stretchers and centered by an urn and ending in block feet and fluted bun feet Condition: Incorporating antique and later elements Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 71 3/4 inches wide; 37 inches deep; 31 1/2 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 241: EIGHTEEN ROYAL CROWN DERBY SERVICE PLATES "Paradise Maroon" pattern 10 1/2 inches diameter Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 242: SUITE OF FOUR LOUIS XVI STYLE GILTWOOD FAUTEUILS each with red upholstery Estimate: 1,800/2,500
Lot# 243: FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED MAHOGANY & MARQUETRY BUREAU PLAT the shaped rectangular top above a center drawer flanked by two drawers and cabriole legs with ormolu mounts throughout 37 inches wide; 23 inches deep; 31 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 244: VICTORIAN JAPANNED LACQUERED SALON TABLE the oval top depicting a castle inlaid with mother-of-pearl and a foliate border with floral reserves, on a pedestal support and quadruped base 39 1/2 inches wide; 29 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
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Lot# 245: GEORGE CERNY: "RECLINING NUDE" wooden sculpture signed Provenance: Sculpture Center 1971 19 x 36 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 246: GEORGIAN GILTWOOD CONSOLE in the manner of William Kent; the rectangular green marble top above a Greek key frieze and a central masque flanked by garlands and lions supports 59 1/2 inches wide; 17 1/2 inches deep; 35 inches high Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 247: PAIR OF SPANISH COLONIAL BAROQUE STYLE PAINTED TORCHERES each resting on a tripod support 57 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 248: PAIR OF VENETIAN BAROQUE CARVED WALNUT FIGURAL PEDESTALS each depicting a cherub standing on a dragon holding another cherub atop his shoulders; with a rocaille top above Condition: with repairs 45 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 249: NAPOLEON III BOULLE SALON TABLE the turtle-back shaped top with brass inlay on cabriole legs with ormolu mounts 55 inches wide; 34 inches deep; 30 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 250: KASHAN CARPET 10'10" x18' Estimate: 2,000/3,000
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Lot# 252: CIRCLE OF JACQUES VALLIN: "AENEAS OUTSIDE CARTHAGE" oil on cradled panel 19 x 25 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 253: MARC CHAGALL: "THEN THE OLD WOMAN MOUNTED THE IFRIT'S BACK..." plate 7 from "Arabian Nights" circa 1948; Mourlot, 42 lithograph in colors signed and numbered 90/90 in pencil Printed: Albert Carman, New York; published by Pantheon, Paris 14 1/2 x 11 1/2 inches Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 254: EDUARDO CHILLIDA: "UNTITLED" lithograph signed lower right and numbered 5/17 47 x 61 1/2 inches Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 255: EDUARDO CHILLIDA: "UNTITLED" lithograph signed lower right and numbered 15/50 14 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 41/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 256: ORMOLU MOUNTED SEVRES PORCELAIN GARNITURE the porcelain body depicting figures in a landscape and having Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounts with a cobalt porcelain neck and foot 43 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 257: REGENCE GILTWOOD CONSOLE TABLE the molded rectangular peach and grey mottled marble top above a carved frieze and raised scrolled supports Provenance: Sotheby's-- October 31, 1987 [Lot 61] 51 inches wide; 26 inches deep; 31 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 258: LOUIS XV GILTWOOD MIRROR the plate within a cartouche-shaped frame with mirrored cresting; the whole carved with shell motifs, floral garlands & foliage Provenance: Sotheby's-- October, 31, 2007 [Lot 51] 70 x 43 1/2 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 259: PAIR OF FRENCH PORCELAIN & BRONZE MOUNTED CACHE POTS each with a circular molded bronze rim above a porcelain body with floral reserves flanked by lion masque handles on lion paw feet 10 3/4 inches diameter; 12 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 260: PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE ORMOLU-MOUNTED PARQUTRY INLAID PEDESTALS each with a triangular-shaped white marble top above an inlaid case with three bronze rams head mounts and central reliefs on paw feet with ormolu mounting throughout 24 inches wide; 21 inches deep; 36 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 261: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED & BOULLE BUREAU PLAT the inlaid rectangular top above a single central drawer and kneehole cupboard flanked by three short drawers and raised on scrolled supports Condition: with restoration 47 inches wide; 23 1/2 inches deep; 34 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
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Lot# 263: ROCK CRYSTAL SPHERE on a giltwood base 11 inches diameter Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 264: CHINESE HARDWOOD DESK the rectangular top above three frieze drawers above two additional drawers on four straight legs with scrolls carved into the feet 62 inches wide; 23 1/2 inches deep; 32 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/5,000
Lot# 265: PAIR OF LARGE ROCK CRYSTAL CANDLESTICKS with bronze mounts 23 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 266: PAIR OF NEOCLASSIC STYLE BRONZE GUERIDONS each having a gray circular marble top above a bronze frame with figural tripod supports and a stretcher with seated figure 19 1/2 inches diameter; 28 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 267: PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD FAUTEUIL FRAMES With arch upholstered panel back, padded arm supports and seat raised on turned, tapered, fluted legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 268: ITALIAN WALNUT INLAID COMMODE the rectangular top with a foliate border and central coat of arms above two long inlaid drawers and a scalloped apron 49 1/2 inches wide; 22 1/2 inches deep; 34 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 43/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 269: PAIR OF THAI BRONZE FLOOR CANDLESTICKS faux bamboo columns in circular dish supports Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 100-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 53 inches high Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 270: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & PAINTED PORCELAIN CIRCULAR TRAY TABLE signed "Max" with a Sevres stamp verso the round porcelain plate depicting a gentleman courting two maidens mounted on a Neoclassic gilt tole and bronze base 18 inches diameter; 32 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 271: PAIR OF CHINESE HARDWOOD ARMCHAIRS each with a bowed back and arms above a woven rectangular seat Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 272: CHINESE HUANGHUALI BENCH with spindle back, arms, and apron 38 1/2 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 273: PAIR OF ITALIAN ROCOCO WALNUT PRAYER STOOLS each with shaped plateau above a single drawer on turned column and shaped kneeler ending in bun feet Condition: incorporating antique and later elements; one being repaired at stem Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 32in; width 21in; depth 16in Estimate: 800/1,000
Lot# 274: FRENCH PORCELAIN & ORMOLU MOUNTED CENTERPIECE the gilt gallery rim above a cobalt porcelain body, two central reserves depicting a man courting a woman the other a landscape with a cottage along a stream, set on a gilt bronze base 20 inches wide; 15 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 275: TWELVE ROYAL CROWN DERBY PORCELAIN SERVICE PLATES f280 pattern each having a gold detail and floral reserves 10 1/4 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 277: NAPOLEON I GILT BRONZE FIGURAL CLOCK depicting a scene of two men in conversation: one inside a hut; the other, before a tree 11 inches wide; 16 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 278: FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED MARQUETRY LADIES DESK stamped Linke the superstructure with two small shelves atop a leather writing service, single drawer, and tapered column supports 32 inches wide; 20 1/2 inches deep; 42 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 279: PAIR OF CHINESE BLUE & WHITE TEA JARS each having an iron lid and straps on a porcelain body depicting figures in a landscape; on a wood base of a later date 18 inches diameter; 23 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 280: SPANISH BRASS & WALNUT BRAZIER the circular scallop top with a central aperture containing a brass basin held aloft by turned walnut legs; the under shelf similar to top 38 inches diameter; 28 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 281: ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL PARCEL GILT & PAINT DECORATED ARMCHAIR with upholstered paneled back, padded arm supports and seat; the arms with winged masked terminals raised on square, tapered legs ending in paw feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 282: ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL CARVED GILTWOOD & DECORATED ARMCHAIR with upholstered paneled back, padded arm supports and seat, having winged seahorse arm supports raised on turned, fluted baluster legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 284: EDWARDIAN MAHOGANY MANTLE CLOCK the case with open arch pediment above floral marquetry panels and columns enclosing brass face; on brass bracket feet; spring wound movement 16 1/2 inches high; 11 3/4 inches wide Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 285: PAIR OF FRENCH VIEUX PARIS PORCELAIN VASES with rocaille adornments and colorful floral painting Condition: with minor loss to gilding 13 inches wide; 16 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 286: ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL WALNUT CHEST the rectangular case fitted with two long drawers on squared tapered legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal dth50 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 27 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 287: ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL INLAID WALNUT MIRROR OF ARCHED FORM the rectangular plate within a scroll decorated border surmounted by the arched cresting centered by radial ornament Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 61 x 37 inches Estimate: 2,000/2,500
Lot# 288: FRENCH EBONIZED TWO-PART VITRINE the upper bronze and glass case with a single glass door opening to two shelves set atop hinged lid vitrine table; on six cylindrical tapered legs 42 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 60 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 46/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 289: "PORTRAIT OF TWO CHILDREN" 19th century Continental School oil on canvas 18 1/2 x 15 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 290: "YOUNG GIRL READING A PAMPHLET" pencil and watercolor signed "Virbet" lower right 7 x 4 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 291: "PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN WEARING BLACK DRESS & BLACK AND WHITE CAMEOS" 19th century American School oil on canvas Condition: relined Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 102-- Howard Austen's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 15 1/2 x 13 inches Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 292: FRENCH WALNUT BUFFET A DEUX CORPS the upper cabinet with a molded cornice above a pair of doors resting on a commode with two frieze drawers and two door cupboard 63 inches wide; 26 1/2 inches deep; 93 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 293: NAPOLEON III BRASS INLAID SEWING TABLE the hinged turtle-back top opening to an interior with a mirror, on a case with similar design and cabriole legs 25 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 28 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 47/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 294: CONTINENTAL NEOCLASSICAL STYLE PARCEL GILT AND EBONIZED CONVERSATIONS SEAT The upholstered S-shaped crest rail above a baluster gallery and stop over seat raised on turned tapered legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, September 1980 [p. 88-- the Living Room of the Outpost Estates residence] 57 inches wide; 28 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 295: FRENCH SILVER-PLATED TWO-HANDLED TRAY the crescent-form tray with figural handles and a border with roundels in relief 32 1/2 inched wide Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 296: .800 SILVER REPOUSSE TRAY oval silver repousse tray high relief oval reserve depicting knights and castle within a border of raised fruits 29 inches wide; 22 inches high Estimate: 2,000/2,500
Lot# 297: ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL WALNUT CENTER TABLE The circular top above a plain frieze on turned legs joined by an undertier ending in turned feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 41 inches diameter; 32 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 298: THREE ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL INLAID WALNUT SIDE CHAIRS the arch crest rail above an overstuffed seat raised on square tapered legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 102-- Howard Austen's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 299: LOREDANO ROSIN: BUST OF TWO HORSES etched L. Rosin colorless & polychrome opaque glass sculpture 19 inches wide;15 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 300: NOT VITAL: PORTRAIT "GORE VIDAL" circa 2007 two silver boxes inscribed Not Vital 07' & titled Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal the larger box:7 1/2 inches wide; 7 1/2 inches deep; 10 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
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Lot# 301: HARRIET WHITNEY FRISHMUTH: "PLAY DAYS" inscribed Harriet Frishmuth and stamped with the GORHAM CO. FOUNDERS/QFED foundry mark (on the base) bronze with green/brown patina Literature: J. Conner, L.R. Lehmbeck, et al., Captured Motion: The Sculpture of Harriet Whitney Frishmuth, A Catalogue of Works, New York, 2006, pp. 174-75, 249, no. 1925:3 (another cast) Mr. Frank Hohmann, a Frishmuth expert, believes that this work is an authorized posthumous cast by Roman Bronze Works that someone incised with the Gorham name 23 inches high Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 302: ROYAL WORCESTER PORCELAIN DINNER SERVICE "Embassy" pattern comprising 18 dinner plates (10 1/2"), 35 salad plates (8"), 18 bread plates (6"), 18 fruit/dessert bowls (5 3/8"), 18 cream soups & 18 saucers, 18 coffee cups & 18 saucers, and 18 tea cups & 18 saucers 197 total pieces Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 303: SUITE OF EIGHT NEOCLASSICAL STYLE PAINTED & CANED ARMCHAIRS each painted cane back and seat with a loose upholstered cushion and painted & parcel gilt frame Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 304: DIRECTOIRE MAHOGANY EXTENSION DINING TABLE the oval top with three extensions raised on tapered circular supports 112 total inches long Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 305: WILLIAM IV LARGE MAHOGANY STOOL the upholstered panel seat raised on shaped x-frame support joined by a turned stretcher Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 25 inches deep; 35 inches wide; 18 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 306: CHINESE POLYCHROME ENAMELED CERAMIC FIGURE OF A SAGE RIDING QILIN Condition: both rear legs repaired at fetlocks Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 16 inches wide; 17 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 49/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 307: LOUIS XV STYLE MARQUETRY & PARQUETRY SALON TABLE the marquetry and burlwood top above a single frieze drawer raised on columnar supports and an x-shaped stretcher 52 inches wide; 28 1/2 inches deep; 29 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 308: ITALIAN ECCLESIASTICAL PAINTED & PARCEL GILT FIGURAL GROUP depicting Saint Anne and the infant Virgin Mary standing on a Neoclassic plinth 21 1/2 inches wide; 44 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 309: PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE ROSE PORCELAIN VASES each enameled overall with shaped panels of traditional Chinese court scenes among butterflies, flowers, birds, and Buddhist lion and pup handles 27 3/4 inches highs Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 310: PAIR OF ITALIAN BAROQUE WALNUT CONSOLE TABLES the tops with molded edge on shaped supports joined by stretchers Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 99-- the Studio of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 51 inches wide; 25 1/2 inches deep; 3 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 311: CONTINENTAL BAROQUE STYLE CARVED OAK SIDE CUPBOARD incorporating antique and later elements The rectangular top above a foliate scroll frieze with three carved panels below on square legs joined by stretchers Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 100-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] height 41in; width 54in; depth 18in Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 312: ITALIAN ROCOCO STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD MIRROR the rectangular bevel plate within a bold, pierced, sea scroll and foliate surround Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Hall of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 41 x 35 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 50/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 313: "PORTRAIT OF A BEARDED MAN IN A BLACK COAT" 19th Century American School oil on canvas Condition: relined and with restorations Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 102-- Howard Austen's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 30 x 25 inches Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 314: "PORTRAIT OF THE DAUPHIN" oil on oval canvas 29 3/4 x 25 inches Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 315: ATTRIBUTED TO GRANVILLE REDMOND: "CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE" oil on canvas signed lower right 10 1/4 x 12 1/4 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 316: ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN FROST: "CALIFORNIA DESERT" oil on canvas laid down signed lower right 10 1/2 x 16 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 317: CONTINENTAL NEOCLASSICAL EBONIZED STOOL the cane panel seat with scroll supports and turned arms raised on scroll legs joined by stretchers ending in bun feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 24in; width 37in; depth 16in Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 318: CHINESE "MOON GAZING" CHAIR the square paneled seat join to the two-tiered out-scrolled arms by tapering S-scrolled slats, the tilted back-rest below a rotating cylindrical head rest carved with peaches to the sides Estimate: 1,500/2,000
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Lot# 319: PAIR OF FRENCH RENAISSANCE STYLE CARVED OAK CABINETS each having a rectangular top with a molded rim above two frieze drawers and paneled cupboard doors 47 inches wide; 21 1/2 inches deep; 40 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 320: JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL CHARGER depicting a group of cranes on a blue ground 32 inches diameter Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 321: FRANK DUVENECK: "SMILING JIM" oil on canvas signed Sothey Parke Bernet Los Angeles, June 1982: LA County Museum of Art Sale 16 x 13 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 322: "PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG WOMAN" 19th Century French School oil on canvas 18 x 14 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 323: FRENCH ART DECO ONYX & MARBLE CLOCK SET the three piece white marble mounted clock set with deco bronze clock face and ornamentation; bronze and marble finials tallest piece measuring 14 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 324: PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE PARCEL GILT CENTER TABLES each with a serpentine marble top with gilt foliate friezes and scrolled legs joined by an X-shaped stretcher 45 inches wide; 27 inches deep; 30 3/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 52/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 325: LOUIS XVI STYLE BUREAU DE DAME the upper cabinet with two Sevres style porcelain mounted doors opening to three interior drawers; the lower section with a hinged leather writing surface above an apron drawer with two porcelain mounted plaques depicting cherubs 21 inches wide; 17 3/4 inches deep; 49 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 326: DUTCH ROCOCO WALNUT MANTLE CLOCK the provincial style case surrounding a gilt brass and enamel dial 17 inches wide; 23 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 327: PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL STYLE BLACK SLATE & MARBLE OBELISKS on square plinth bases Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 20 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 328: LOUIS MICHEL EILSHEMIUS: "SAMOAN GIRL" circa 1908 oil on Masonite signed and dated lower right Exhibited: San Francisco Museum of Art-- Louis Eilshemius: June 16, 1939 [inv. no. 2598.39] Exhibited circa 1939-41: Boyer Galleries, New York; E.B. Crocker Gallery, Sacramento; Portland Art Museum; Faulkner Memorial Art Gallery, Santa Barbara; Dalzell Hatfield Galleries, Los Angeles; Dallas Museum of Fine Arts; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts; and St. Paul Gallery & School of Art, St. Paul Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 28 x 24 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 329: GENNARO FAVAI: "PALACE RUFALA AT RAVELLO" oil on board 28 x 23 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 330: RELIEF OF BUDDHA carved stone 17 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 53/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 331: OUSHAK CARPET 16' x 25'6" Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 332: CONTINENTAL PAINTED & GILTWOOD TRIPTYCH SCREEN each panel signed Ferdinand Wagner each panel depicting bacchic cherubs in a landscape 66 1/2 total inches wide;69 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 333: SET OF FOUR LOUIS XV STYLE GILT TWO-LIGHT SCONCES each having a Neoclassic stem with an urn form finial, scrolled supports, and a flame form cup 20 1/2 inches wide; 28 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 334: PAIR OF TAPESTRY CARTOON PANELS each depicting traditional renaissance men before a hunt each 82 x 54 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 335: FLEMISH BAROQUE HUNTING TAPESTRY depicting a figure on horseback with an attendant holding a dog and another figure in the foreground, within a wooded glade with a chateau to the distance; all within a main foliate meandering border Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 9'4" x 11'8" Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 336: FLEMISH TAPESTRY PANEL depicting a pastoral scene with figures 96 inches high; 72 inches wide Estimate: 4,000/6,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 54/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 337: ANTIQUE CONTINENTAL TAPESTRY depicting the Punic Wars 8'1'' x 9'10'' Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 338: ROBERT MOTHERWELL: "BEIGE FIGURATION" wool tapestry; from an ed. of 20 stitched signature in tan wool with copyright symbol Provenance: Modern Masters Tapestries Inc., New York Literature: Modern Master Tapestries Inc., Tapestry "The Useful Art", New York, 1976 (illustrated in color) 100 x 72 inches Estimate: 7,000/9,000
Lot# 339: ROMANO PARMEGGIANI: "ALLEGORY OF DEATH WITH AN ARCHANGEL IN A PIAZZA" circa 1966 mixed media signed and dated Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 148-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 40 x 68 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 340: CONTINENTAL ROCOCO GILTWOOD CONSOLE the beige and rouge breakfront marble top above a rocaille apron, supports, and stretcher 47 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 34 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 341: FRENCH LOTTERY POSTER printed by Chardin Paris 60 x 41 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 343: AFTER RAPHAEL: "MADONNA DELLA SEGGIOLA" in an ornate frame 27 1/2 inches diameter; 40 total inches square Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 344: "CARTER THE GREAT" POSTER 78 x 40 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 345: SYRIAN MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID CHEST ON STAND the hinged inlaid top above a case with foliate inlay on a shaped base of similar design 57 inches wide; 41 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 346: FRENCH NEOCLASSIC PAINTED & PARCEL GILT MIRROR decorated with flowers, foliage, and scrolls flanked by caryatids 99 x 56 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
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Lot# 348: STUDIO OF NAPOLEONE NANI: "STELLA" oil on canvas signed Nani lower right: majority of worked attributed to his pupil, Alver Regli Note: please contact Abell for information regarding provenance and exhibition history Provenance: House of Props, Los Angeles; exhibited at 1893 Chicago's World Fair, San Francisco's Fairs 1915 and 1939 57 x 85 1/2 inches Estimate: 20,000/25,000
Lot# 349: VENETIAN PAINTED & CARVED WALNUT CASSONE the raised rectangular hinged top above a centered relief panel depicting an Italian court scene on parcel gilt paw feet 76 inches wide; 34 inches deep; 47 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 350: SEVRES PORCELAIN COVERED URN the large cobalt glazed body with gilt ornamentation; reserves of cherubim, cupid, and woman; with bronze foliate handles 46 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 351: FRENCH PAINTED & PARCEL GILT TRUMEAU in the Louis XVI style, the cartouche shaped frame depicting a stag hunt above a rectangular plate 79 x 58 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 352: PAIR OF WROUGHT IRON & ROCK CRYSTAL FIVE- LIGHT SCONCES each with scrolled branches and crystal pendants 24 inches wide; 52 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 57/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 353: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & MARBLE CONSOLE the green and white mottled marble top resting on cylindrical supports with Neoclassical bronze mounts 90 inches wide; 26 inches deep; 35 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 354: PAIR OF GILT BRONZE FIGURAL MOUNTS each depicting a caryatid with Neoclassic mounts on a green and white mottled plinth 29 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 355: SET OF FOUR ITALIAN BAROQUE OVERDOOR PAINTINGS 18th century Italian School oil on canvas depicting peasants at Roman ruins Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 24 x 53 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 356: PAIR OF BURMESE SHRINE SIDE PANELS Carved wood and polychrome decoration Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 85 x 19 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,500
Lot# 357: PAIR OF ROCOCO STYLE WALNUT MIRRORS each carved walnut frame mounted with winged cherub figures 67 x 45 inches Estimate: 7,000/9,000
Lot# 358: ADELSTEEN NORMANN: "A BAY SCENE IN NORWAY" oil on canvas signed lower left Provenance: I. Oscar Herner Galerias 41 x 62 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 58/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 359: BOLESLAW JAN CZEDEKOWSKI: "RECLINING NUDE" circa 1919 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right Provenance: House of Props, Los Angeles (H.P. MN 25000 and H.P ANA 7900) 52 x 79 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 360: LARGE BRONZE OVERDOOR depicting a central wreath flanked by cherubs in profile and foliate design 24 x 90 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 361: MARBLE & WROUGHT IRON GARDEN CONSOLE the D-shaped travertine top above a grill form iron base with central plaques 150 inches wide; 20 inches deep;33 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 362: LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE EIGHTEEN-LIGHT CHANDELIER with a rocaille frame 29 inches diameter; 38 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 363: PAIR OF VENETIAN GILT DECORATED CHANDELIERS each with suspending pendants and chains above a vase shaped stem over eight scrolled branches 32 inches diameter; 36 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 364: ROCK CRYSTAL TWEVLE LIGHT CHANDELIER the open basket work frame with scrolled arms, crystal swag, and large crystal orb 36 inches diameter; 56 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 59/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 365: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS CHANDELIER inscribed R.Lalique the molded glass panels with images of leaves and birds attach to a metal fame 19 inches diameter Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 366: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS CHANDELIER "Champs-Elysees" pattern the molded glass panels attach to a gilt metal frame Condition: with chips to panels 18 inches diameter; 20 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 367: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS CHANDELIER "Champs-Elysees" pattern the molded glass panels attach to a gilt metal frame Condition: with chips to panels 18 inches diameter; 20 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 368: FRENCH MOLDED GLASS CRYSTAL FIXTURE in the style of Baccarat the sunburst motif above a molded glass dome condition: with chips to some panels and four missing rays 27 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 369: DEGUE ART DECO MOLDED GLASS & GILT METAL FIXTURE with four cylindrical side panels and a floral case with a similarly decorated dome 20 1/2 inches square Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 370: TWO SETS OF LEATHERBOUND BOOKS comprising "The Works of Benjamin Disraeli": 11 volumes Longmans, Green, & Co., London: 1881 and "The Novels and Tales of Henry James": 24 volumes Charles Scribner's Sons, New York: 1907 Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 371: "WORKS OF SIR WALTER SCOTT" 68 volumes; Ballantyne & Co.: Edinburgh, 1828 Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 60/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 372: "WORKS OF THOMAS HARDY" in 21 volumes; Harper & Brothers, NY-- Anniversary Edition from an edition of 1250 Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 373: SET OF FIRST EDITION EATON & FRANKLIN MINT LEATHER BOUND BOOKS 68 total volumes of various titles and authors including: Gay Talese:"Unto the Sons," John Updike: "Memories of the Ford Administration," & "Brazil," Isabel Allende: "Eva Luna," Kurt Vonnegut: "Hocus Pocus," E.L. Doctorow: "Billy Bathgate," & other signed first editions; first editions by Gore Vidal, some shrink wrapped, most unsigned: "Hollywood (2)," "Kalki (2)," "Lincoln (7, 4 signed)," "Empire (4)," "Smithsonian Institution (3 signed),""Burr (7, 3 signed)," "1876 (3)," and "Washington D.C.(4)" Note: please contact Abell for file of additional photographs and/or to schedule an appointment for viewing library in person Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 374: GORE VIDAL'S PERSONAL LIBRARY Comprising approximately 3,000 books including: 1st and later editions of Gore Vidal's works, as well as by pseudonyms including: Katherine Everard "A Star's Progress, 1st Edition (2)"; Gore Vidal's "The City and The Pillar, 1st edition"; "Dark Green, Bright Red"; "In a Yellow Wood"; "A Search for a King"; "The Season of Comfort" and works by Vidal and his contemporaries, some of which are signed. In addition are reference and books used by Vidal for his research, as well as books in which Vidal is referenced Note: please contact Abell for file of additional photographs and/or to schedule an appointment for viewing library in person Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 375: "THE PANTOJA MAP OF SAN DIEGO" manuscript map of port of San Diego, Alta California, circa 1782 Plano del Puerto de San Diego Situado en la Costa Septentrional dela California, y en la Lat[itu]d N[orte] de 32 g[rados] 42 m[inutos] y en la Long[itu]d de 12 g[rados] 31 m[inutos] al Oeste de San Blas: Levantado y Delineado por Juan Pantoja y Arriaga, Seg[un]do Piloto dela R[ea]l Armada, por Septiembre de este presente año de 82, en la Ynvernada, que hizimos en el de vuelta del Socorro de los Presidios y Missiones de toda esta Costa desde esta hasta S[a]n Fran[cis]co. [California, September 1782] Manuscript map in pen-and-ink with grey wash and red ink for settled areas, scale: "6 maritime miles in 60 degrees" [ca. 1:103,000], oblong folio (11 3/8 x 14 1/4 in.) plus attached caption leaf; folded, tiny tears in lower margin. Red half-morocco slipcase, gilt- stamped title on spine. Provenance: The Collection of the Copley Press & Library, La Jolla Purchased from V.O. Wahrenbrock, San Diego, November 1966 (receipt copy Estimate: 30,000/40,000
Lot# 376: LETTER, POSSIBLY SIGNED DANIEL BOONE dated June 10, 1787; annotated, dated, & signed in a leather clamshell binding "Survaid for Robert Tate 561 acres of Land By virtue of a tresury [sic] Warrant No./ Duly Enteres/ Situate Lying and Seeing in the Country of Madison on Surgen Crick...." Note: this letter has not been authenticated; Abell cannot guarantee its authenticity Provenance: The Collection of the Copley Press & Library, La Jolla Estimate: 1,000/1,500 http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 61/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Lot# 377: REWARD OF MERIT, POSSIBLY SIGNED BY NATHAN HALE circa May 25, 1774; dated & signed Note: this letter has not been authenticated; Abell cannot guarantee its authenticity Provenance: The Collection of the Copley Press & Library, La Jolla Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 378: EMPIRE STYLE VITRINE CABINET the shaped rectangular cornice above a burl walnut and ebonized case with three glass front doors; on four short tapered legs 63 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 79 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 379: VICTORIAN WALNUT PARTNER’S WRITING TABLE the shaped rectangular top fitted with three drawers to either side on turned and fluted legs joined by undertiers ending in turned feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, September 1980 [p. 90-- the Library of the Outpost Estates residence] 43 inches deep; 53 inches wide; 30 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 380: ITALIAN BAROQUE WALNUT ARMCHAIR the back with figural finials above upholstered paneled seat, on square legs joined by stretchers ending in sleigh feet Condition: incorporating antique and later elements Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 381: GEORGIAN CELESTIAL GLOBE circa 1799 John & William Cary; Cary's New and Improved Celestial Globe the celestial globe is mapped with constellations elegantly depicted by mythical figures and scientific instruments in the Baroque taste, the zodiac belt within graph-form grid Condition: with restoration throughout Provenance: House of Props, Los Angeles 28 inches wide; 47 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 382: ROMAN CARVED MARBLE COVERED FUNERARY URN Condition: the urn has been heavily re-carved Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 11 inches wide; 16 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 62/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 383: TWELVE COPELAND SPODE SERVICE PLATES "r9060" pattern 10 3/4 inches diameter Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 384: BIEDERMEIER PARCEL GILT ROSEWOOD LIBRARY TABLE the circular top with two apron drawers each opening to a fitted writing surface resting on a pedestal base with gilt paw feet 51 inches diameter; 29 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 385: "FETE CHAMPETRE WITH A FIGURE SHOOTING A BOW" 19th Century French School oil on canvas 19 1/2 x 27 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 386: BELA IVANYI GRUNWALD: "TWO WOMEN WITH WATER JUG" oil on canvas signed upper right 10 x 8 1/2 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 387: CONTINENTAL NEOCLASSICAL CARVED PINE TALL CASE CLOCK the hood with pierced cresting, the trunk enclosed by a long panel door on plinth base, the circular enamel dial with Roman numerals Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 94 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 388: "FLOWERS IN A COPPER URN" 19th century Italian School oil on canvas Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, September 1980 [p. 89-- the Dining Room of the Outpost Estates residence] 26 x 40 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 389: ANTONI CLAVE SANMARTIN: "STILL LIFE WITH FRUIT" oil on artist's board signed lower right 25 x 31 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 390: THREE JAPANESE BRONZE TEAPOTS with character marks to two lids the largest measuring 7 inches wide; 9 inches high to top of handle Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 391: ITALIAN PAINTED & PARCEL GILT CONSOLE the rectangular rouge marble top above a Neoclassic case with square tapered supports 46 1/2 inches wide; 18 1/2 inches deep; 33 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 392: ITALIAN BAROQUE WALNUT SECRETARY CABINET The upper case with shaped pediment and enclosed with an arch mirror paneled door, the lower case with hinged hall enclosing a well fitted interior above three long drawers on bun feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 93in; width 34in; depth 22in Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 393: WILLIAM IV EBONIZED LIBRARY ARMCHAIR with curved bar crest rail and scroll arm supports above an upholstered paneled seat raised on turned tapered, fluted legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 394: HARRISON MCINTOSH FOOTED CERAMIC VESSEL glazed footed compote in beige, brown and blue; with label and inscribed by maker 6 inches diameter; 4 3/4 inches high Estimate: 400/600
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Lot# 396: BEATRICE WOOD: TEAR DROP GLAZED CERAMIC VASE signed BEATO below 8 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 397: JEREMY THOMAS: "PINK OXCIDE" circa 2012 forged mild steel & acrylic 5 1/2 inches wide; 7 inches deep; 6 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 398: CHINESE EXPORT SCARLET LACQUERED CABINET Two parts associated Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 80in; width 38in; depth 16 1/2inches Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 399: "THE TEMPLE OF VESTA, AEDES VESTA" 18th century Italian School oil on canvas Condition: relined and restored Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Lord Montague-Beaulieu; Thomas Agnew & Son’s, Ltd. 19 x 24 inches Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 400: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS HORSE HEAD etched signature on base 16 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 401: ITALIAN ROCOCO STYLE FRUITWOOD VENEERED WRITING DESK of fluted bombe outline, the hinged fall enclosing a fitted interior with two deep drawers below above an undulating apron raised on cabriole legs Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 45 inches wide; 21 inches deep; 40 inches high Estimate: 2,000/2,500 http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 65/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Lot# 402: CIRCLE OF WILLIAM DOBSON: "PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG BOY WEARING LONG TUNIC WITH LACE COLLAR" oil on canvas Condition: relined and with restoration Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 148-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 48 x 24 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 403: GERMAN STYLE THREE QUARTER SUIT OF ARMOR 19th Century reproduction of a 16th Century Nuremburg suit of armor 71 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 404: ROCOCO GILTWOOD CARTOUCHE MIRROR the rocaille frame surrounding a mirrored plate 50 x 24 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 405: ORMOLU-MOUNTED BLUE JOHN GARNITURE the urn with Neoclassic mounts on a porphyry stepped base 12 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 406: PAIR OF AUSTRIAN TERRA COTTA BUSTS depicting an Orientalist male and female model 17 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 66/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 407: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED, AMBOYNA & PORCELAIN- MOUNTED SECRETAIRE CABINET the superstructure having a central niche with mirrored back flanked by a single cupboard door, with porcelain plaques throughout; on a console with three frieze drawers and tiered base held aloft by frontal legs 54 inched wide; 21 1/2 inches deep; 60 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 408: TOM HOPKINS: " THE WATER BRIDGE" oil on canvas signed lower right Provenance: Equinox Gallery, Vancouver, Canada 50 x 48 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 409: VACLAVA SPALA: "LANDSCAPE WITH GEESE" oil on canvas signed lower right 15 x 25 inches Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 410: GABRIEL GODDARD: "STILL LIFE" circa 1960 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left Provenance: The Estate of Steve Allen & Jayne Meadows 20 x 26 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 411: JEAN POUGNY: "CELLIST" circa 1919 watercolor and gouache on paper signed and dated lower right Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 14 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 67/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 412: WINSTON ROETH: "UNTITLED" circa 1985 pastel on paper initialed lower left 11 x 9 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 413: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED DISPLAY CABINET the breakfront top with a molded gilt metal rim on a case with porcelain and ormolu mounts surrounding a single glazed door 34 inches wide; 15 inches deep; 43 1/2 inches high Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 414: LOUIS XVI STYLE CARVED GILTWOOD SALON SUITE comprising a canape and four fauteuils, each with upholstered seat and back surrounding a Neoclassic frame with trophy surmount and rams head terminals canape measuring 67 inches wide Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 415: FRENCH RENAISSANCE STYLE SILVER GILT SALON TABLE the rectangular black marble top with a malachite border and pietra dura still life on a gilt frame with massive supports and central stretcher 71 1/2 inches wide; 35 1/2 inches deep; 32 1/2 inches high Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 416: FRENCH GILT BRONZE & PORCELAIN-MOUNTED SHELF CLOCK in the Louis XVI style, the classic temple form case with inset porcelain plaques 17 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 417: FRENCH MARQUETRY LICQUEUR CABINET the rouge marble top above four hinged doors with ormolu mounts opening to a mirror lined interior on slight cabriole legs Condition: repair to marble 26 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 35 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
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Lot# 419: PAIR OF ITALIAN NEOCLASSICAL FRUITWOOD ARMCHAIRS the foliate carved back with scrolled arms Condition: the joining in need of strengthening and some repair Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 420: GROUP OF EIGHT FLEMISH BAROQUE TAPESTRY FRAGMENT PILLOWS each with foliate and floral tapestry panels Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] largest 14 x 19 inches Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 421: SAROUK CARPET 10'1 x 13'5 Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 422: EMILE BERNARD: "STILL LIFE WITH FISH" oil on canvas signed upper right 14 x 19 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 423: ITALIAN BAROQUE PAINTED SECRETAIRE the upper cabinet with a gilt cornice above a pair of cabinet doors, a slant front writing surface, and three long drawers 40 inches wide; 21 inches deep; 90 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 424: SPANISH COLONIAL POLYCHROME SANTO 43 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/1,800
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Lot# 425: BURMESE BUDDHA SHAKYAMUNI wood, lacquer, gilding, and inset paste Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Living Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 18 1/2 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 426: THAI CARVED WOOD BUDDHA gilded and painted 34 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 427: AFTER MANUEL DE FRANCA: "PORTRAIT OF CHILDREN" oil on canvas inscribed verso 52 1/2 x 42 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 428: NORTH ITALIAN CARVED WALNUT & INLAID CENTER TABLE the shaped rectangular inlaid top above a pair of column trestle supports with a single plank stretcher 51 1/2 inches wide; 31 1/2 inches deep; 30 1/4 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 429: HENRI DESIRE GAUQUIE: BUST OF A YOUNG WOMAN terracotta on marble plinth inscribed 26 3/4 inches high Estimate: 600/800
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 70/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 430: JACQUES VILLON: "SELF PORTRAIT" circa 1925 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left Exhibited: San Francisco Museum of Art, circa September 21, 1957 Santa Barbara Museum of Art, circa May 1967, with loan from Stendhal Gallery, Los Angeles Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 13 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 431: JEAN POUGNY: "RUE VERCINGETOUIX- MONTPARNASSE" oil on canvas signed lower right Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 20 x 25 1/2 inches Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 432: JEAN POUGNY: "PORT VINCENNES" oil on canvas signed lower right and titled lower left Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 20 x 25 3/4 inches Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 433: WILHELM GUSTAV FRIEDERICH HASEMANN: "PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN" oil on panel 13 x 9 1/2 inches sight Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 434: LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED CABINET the shaped serpentine marble top above two doors with ormolu mounts on short cabriole legs with bronze sabots 50 1/2 inches wide; 19 1/2 inches deep; 46 3/4 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 71/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 435: BRONZE, ONYX, & CHAMPLEVE PICTURE FRAME the rectangular body with enameled and bronze corners 15 1/4 x 12 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 436: TOM HOLLAND: "ZITO" circa 1987 epoxy and aluminum sculpture signed, dated, and titled Provenance: Linda Farris Gallery, Seattle 20 1/2 x 13 x 13 1/2 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 437: MOORISH EBONIZED AND INLAID TABLE the rectangular top with a star form inlaid medallion on Arabesque supports on a lower shelf of similar design 47 inches wide; 25 inches deep; 35 1/2 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 438: EARLY VICTORIAN PAPIER MACHE TILT TOP OCCASIONAL TABLE the octagonal top decorated with a church ruin and a peacock in the foreground, on tapered column, platform base and scroll feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 23 inches square; 29 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 439: CARVED STONE FIGURE OF ST. ETIENNE Condition: the head reaffixed and lacking left hand; together with glazed ceramic pedestal 29 total inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 440: ALOIS LECOQUE: "STILL LIFE WITH GLADIOLAS IN A PITCHER" circa 1952 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left 28 x 22 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 72/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 441: RAIMONDS STAPRANS: "HAM & BLUE APPLES" circa 1958 oil on canvas signed lower left Provenance: Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco [with stamp and label] The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 24 x 28 1/2 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 442: RAIMONDS STAPRANS: "WINDY WEATHER BOATS" circa 1970 oil on canvas signed and dated upper right titled on stretcher Provenance: Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco [inv. no. 5804] The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 22 x 25 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 443: PINCUS BURSTEIN [MARYAN]: "PORTRAIT OF A KING" circa 1952 oil on canvas signed "Maryan" and dated upper right Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 24 x 20 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 444: PINCUS BURSTEIN [MARYAN]: "SELF PORTRAIT" circa 1952 oil on canvas signed upper and dated upper right Exhibited: San Francisco Museum of Art-- March 20, 1954 [inv. no. 54.1138] Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 29 1/2 x 21 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 445: CHINESE ARCHAIC STYLE BRONZE VESSEL Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 11 inches high Estimate: 800/1,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 73/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 446: CHINESE CARVED CORAL FIGURAL GROUP carved with seven Immortals holding various attributes 11 inches wide; 9 inches high Estimate: 12,000/15,000
Lot# 447: CHINESE YELLOW GROUND PORCELAIN BOWL enameled and gilt exterior with scrolls and character reserves all on a yellow ground with iron red six-character mark to white glazed base 4 1/4 inches diameter;3 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 448: CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN DRAGON BOWL the bowl decorated with a red dragons and blue clouds, marked on the bottom with a six-character mark 4 3/4 inches wide;2 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 449: PAIR OF CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER & WHITE JADE CENSERS each lid with a flame finial and carnelian cabochons with dragon-form finials, white jade medallions, and raised enameled legs 6 1/2 inches wide; 7 1/2 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 450: PAIR OF CHINESE GILT SILVER, WHITE JADE, & SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE BOXES each having a lid and body with filigree work, floral jade inset panels and turquoise & coral cabochons 3 1/2 inches wide; 2 1/2 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 451: PAIR OF CHINESE GILT SILVER, ENAMEL, & JADE TEA CADDIES each with an enameled foliate top above a similarly decorated case having a carved white jade medallion on either side 3 1/2 inches wide; 4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 452: PAIR OF CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER & WHITE JADE COVERED JARS each lid with a carved butterfly medallion, foliate enamel, and gemstone inlay on a body similarly decorated 3 1/2 inches diameter; 4 1/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
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Lot# 454: CHINESE GILT SILVER, ENAMEL, & JADE BOX the floral white jade plaque on an archaic-style body with enamel and silver gilt mounting a jade cylinder 4 inches diameter; 5 1/4 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 455: CHINESE SILVER & WHITE JADE BOX the hinged box with a ruyi depicting a figure in a landscape on a body with engraved foliate design 5 1/2 inches wide Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 456: CHINESE GILT SILVER, WHITE JADE, & STONE COVERED BOX the lid with a central white jade butterfly medallion surrounded by foliate enamel decoration and semi-precious stones, on a rectangular body with similar inlay 3 1/4 inches square; 4 1/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 457: CHINESE ENAMELED GILT SILVER & STONE COVERED BOX the silver entwined dragon lid with turquoise cabochons on a cylindrical body with a dragon amongst the clouds 3 1/2 inches diameter; 5 1/2 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 458: CARVED JADE FIGURE the white jade stone carved into the shape of a traditional elder 4 3/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 459: CHINESE GILT SILVER, ENAMEL, WHITE JADE, & SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE BOX the peach-form lid with a central white jade medallion surrounded by turquoise & coral cabochons and enameled phoenix decoration; on a conforming body with a cabochon band the jade medallion measuring 2.75 x 3 inches 9 total inches wide Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 460: CHINESE GILT SILVER, WHITE JADE, & & SEMI- PRECIOUS STONE CASKET in the archaic style, the toggle finial on a dragon and bat-form lid with two white jade butterfly medallions and turquoise, lapis, and carnelian inlay; on a body with a pair of white jade buckles and bracelets and two ruyi with foliate design on a silver gilt body similarly decorated the ruyi: approx. 4 5/8 x 2 3/4 inches; the buckles: 5 inches long; the bracelets: 2 1/4 inches diameter 15 inches wide; 16 inches high Estimate: 10,000/15,000
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Lot# 462: CHINESE SILVER & WHITE JADE HAND MIRROR the ruyi with a peach tree design and buckle-form handle 7 3/4 inches long Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 463: BRONZE FIGURE OF A SEATED BODHISATTVA seated on a lotus base with loop earrings, pierced crown, and beaded necklace 11 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 464: CHINESE BRONZE SEATED FIGURE OF BUDDHA seated on a lotus form stand 13 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 465: JOHN MINTON: "CORNISH HARBOUR" circa 1948 watercolor and signed upper left Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 151-- Gore Vidal's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 12 x 16 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 466: AMERICAN MAHOGANY TALL CASE CLOCK the broken swan neck pediment above a hood encasing a hand painted dial atop a long case Provenance: the Estate of the U.S. Senator from California, Senator Thomas Kuchel Condition: with repair to pediment 94 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 467: ATTRIBUTED TO LOUIS MUELLER: "GOOD FINANCIAL NEWS" oil on canvas signed lower right 16 x 20 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 468: PAUL EMILE PISSARRO: "BATEAUX LE LONG DU PORT" pastel on paper signed lower right 8 1/2 x 11 inches sight Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 469: SYDNEY PERCY KENDRICK: "FIGURES IN A PARK SCENE LANDSCAPE" oil on canvas relined signed lower left 28 x 36 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 471: TWO PAIR OF BACCARAT MOLDED GLASS FIGURAL CANDLESTICKS each depicting a cherub holding aloft a single candle arm 15 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 472: SET OF FOUR ROCK CRYSTAL OBELISKS each carved rock crystal obelisk in various sizes ranging from 21 inches and 12 3/4 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 473: CONTINENTAL NEOCLASSICAL PAINTED CAST IRON & TOLE LAVABO the domed cover with gadrooned ornament and a finial flanked by ram’s heads suspending swags above a dual spigot on turned foot, with a lead liner Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 31 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 474: ENGLISH WALNUT DESK in two parts the upper cabinet with two tambour front sliding doors above a leather top writing surface on two cabinets each with three short drawers on bracket feet 67 inches wide; 34 1/2 inches deep; 61 3/4 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 475: PAIR OF ITALIAN INLAID WALNUT MIRRORS the rectangular beveled plate within a geometric inlaid border Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 102-- Howard Austen's Bedroom at La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 34 1/2 x 27 1/2 inches Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 476: LOUIS MICHEL EILSHEMIUS: "NUDE IN A LANDSCAPE" oil on board signed lower right Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 30 x 20 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 477: ITALIAN BAROQUE POLYCHROME DECORATED FIGURE OF A BLACKAMOOR the standing figure in gilt and polychrome tunic wearing a flowing robe, holding a staff on square plinth with cut corners and similar later cut velvet plinth base Condition: with loss throughout Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 58 inches high Estimate: 1,800/2,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 77/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 478: DAUM NANCY VIRTRIFIED & PIERCED VOLCANIQUE GOURD VASE the multi-colored mottled body with an applied insect and a pierced opening revealing layers of color; etched signature on the side with the Cross of Lorraine Provenance: James D. Julia-- December 1 & 2, 2010 [Lot 2012] 5 1/2 inches diameter; 7 inches high Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 479: DAUM NANCY VITRIFIED GOURD VASE with applied stem and insect, the mottled body with multi-colored striations and a pierced opening revealing layers of color; with etched signature on side with the Cross of Lorraine 11 3/4 inches high Estimate: 7,000/10,000
Lot# 480: DAUM NANCY MARTEL GROUND & ETCHED GLASS VASE with an applied snail on a floral decorated body graduating in color from clear to opaque glass; with a carved signature and the Cross of Lorraine on the rim of the base 8 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 481: PAIR OF FRENCH PORCELAIN & CHAMPLEVE VASES each on an onyx base 10 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 482: FRENCH ENAMELED SILVER ORBITAL CLOCK on a white marble plinth in fitted leather case 4 1/4 inches high Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 483: E.F. CALDWELL GILT BRONZE & LAPIS LAZULI FIGURAL TABLE CLOCK in the Renaissance style, the pierced case with a laurel border having a cherub winding dial finial; the enameled dial and case resting on a pair of sphinx. The 8-day Omega movement with 17 jewels and serial no. 3078964, circa 1910 7 3/4 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 484: PABLO PICASSO: "BOUQUET A LA POMME" MADOURA PLATE circa 1956; Ramie, 307 stamped 'Madoura Plein Feu/Empreinte Originale de Picasso'; from an ed. of 400 partially glazed ceramic plate 10 inches diameter Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 485: LOUIS XV STYLE MARQUETRY & KINGWOOD VITRINE serpentine bowed front case with single glass front door; with four slightly curved legs terminating in bronze paw form sabots 32 inches wide; 18 inches deep; 68 inches high Estimate: 4,000/5,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 78/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 486: FRANCISCO ZUNIGA: "TWO MOTHERS" circa 1980 pastel signed and dated lower right Provenance: The Estate of Millard Sheets; Millard Sheets traveled to Mexico to acquire the painting directly from his friend Francisco Zuniga; email correspondence from Ariel Zuniga stating image will be included in volume V of catalogue raisonne. 20 x 28 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 487: DONG KINGMAN: "TUGBOAT IN HARBOR" circa 1941 watercolor signed and dated lower left 20 1/2 x 27 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 488: FRENCH PORCELAIN & ENAMEL VASE the ormolu and champleve mounted vase with three floral reserves and one reserve depicting two cherubs 19 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 489: PAIR OF FRENCH ENAMELED & MOLDED GLASS CANDLESTICKS in the style of Baccarat each with a floral design stem and base 14 inches high Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 490: PAIR OF PORTUGUESE ROCOCO STYLE PAINTED & PARCEL GILT CONSOLES the shaped painted top above a pierced apron and scrolled supports 44 1/2 inches wide; 25 1/2 inches deep; 34 1/2 inches high Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 491: ERNEST LAWSON: "LANDSCAPE WITH FIGURE IN A CLEARING" circa 1910 oil on canvas laid down on canvas signed lower right 16 x 20 inches Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 492: GENNARO FAVAI: "ITALIAN HARBOR SCENE" oil on board signed lower right 25 x 27 1/2 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 493: LOUIS MICHEL EILSHEMIUS: "NUDE BY A WATERFALL" oil on board signed lower left Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 30 x 39 1/2 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 494: FELIX ANGEL: "HORSE, CYCLIST, AND COWBOY" circa 1980 pastel and gouache signed and dated center right 31 1/2 x 40 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 496: PAIR OF SEVRES PORCELAIN & GILT BRONZE CANDELABRA each having four gilt bronze branches above a cobalt porcelain barley twist stem and four bronze dolphin form supports 15 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 497: "HARLEQUIN" circa 1879 inscribed "St. Marceaux" in casting bronze figure with gilt bronze patina 34 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 498: DUTCH NEOCLASSICAL WALNUT WALL CLOCK the hood with broken angled pediment flanked by turned columns with shaped apron below, the arched painted dial with Roman numerals Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 56 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 499: GENNARO FAVAI: "THE DEAD CITY OF POSITANO" oil on canvas and painted verso signed lower right 24 x 30 inches Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 500: GENNARO FAVAI: "HARBOR SHIPYARD" oil on board 22 x 25 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 501: NAPOLEON III EBONIZED & PORCELAIN-MOUNTED WRITING DESK the upper cabinet with a mirrored arched cubby-hole and two porcelain mounted cabinet doors above a rectangular bureau with two short and one long frieze drawers with porcelain painted mounts above two lower tier shelves 54 inches wide; 22 inches deep; 62 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 502: IVO HAUPTMANN: "STILL LIFE WITH FLOWERS" oil canvas signed lower right 23 1/2 x 29 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 80/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 503: LOUIS MICHEL EILSHEMIUS: "NUDES BATHING AT NIGHT" oil on canvas laid down on Masonite signed lower left Provenance: The Louis & Annette Kaufman Trust 22 x 30 inches Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 504: RENE LALIQUE: PAIR OF MOLDED GLASS MASCOTS Petite Libellule pattern circa 1928; Marcilhac, 1144 each set in an onyx and lapis lazuli pedestal to form a pair of bookends 6 1/4 inches long; 7 total inches high Estimate: 10,000/15,000
Lot# 505: RENE LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS VASE "Lierre" pattern circa 1930; Marcilhac,1041 stenciled R. LALIQUE, FRANCE below Condition: small flea bite to rim and surface scratches to underside 6 1/2 inches high Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 506: JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY SCROOL by Etsuzan (1629-1709) Ink on paper 29.6 x 63 cm with certificate from Oriental Art Sekisen Ishinosuke Mizutanu, September 1986 Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 507: LOUIS XV STYLE GILT BRONZE & PORCELAIN- MOUNTED MAHOGANY TABLE the rectangular shaped top with a French porcelain insert depicting five floral painted reserves above a single frieze drawer and lower tier shelf on slight cabriole legs 13 1/2 inches wide; 10 1/2 inches deep; 27 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 508: FRENCH MARQUETRY INLAID PETIT COMMODE the circular foliate top above two small doors opening to three short drawers on slender cabriole legs 10 1/2 inches diameter; 28 1/2 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 509: LATE REGENCY GILT BRONZE MOUNTED ROSEWOOD TILT TOP BREAKFAST TABLE the circular top above a plain frieze on tapered column and platform base ending in paw feet Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal height 28in; width 42in Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 510: PAIR OF NEOCLASSIC STYLE BRASS & GRANITE GUERIDONS each with a round black granite top set into a Neoclassic style brass structure with cross stretchers Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 31 1/2 inches diameter; 23 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
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Lot# 512: PAIR OF ITALIAN ROCOCO CARVED & GILTWOOD MIRROR FRAMES the cartouche-shaped plates within mold sea scroll foliate and dolphin surround, with pierced cresting and similar apron below Condition: one missing plate; with loss throughout Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 100-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 50 x 26 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 513: CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN VASE hexagonal neck and body with blue foliate design 20 1/2 inches tall Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 514: CHINESE BLUE & WHITE PORCELAIN CHARGER possibly Ming Dynasty the dish decorated in sapphire-blue tones with Chinese landscapes, foliate design, and scholars objects 14 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 515: PAIR OF CONTINENTAL FROSTED & CLEAR GLASS THREE LIGHT CANDELABRA the standard in the form of an Egyptian pharaoh Condition: one repaired at joining of candle arms to standard Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest, January 1994 [p. 96-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 18 inches high Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 516: FRENCH CHERRYWOOD FARM TABLE the rectangular top with refectory leaves and square tapered supports 79 inches long Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 517: SET OF EIGHT FRENCH CHERRYWOOD DINING CHAIRS comprising two arm and six side chairs, each with a rush seat Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 518: PAIR OF FRENCH AUBUSSON NARROW TAPESTRY PANELS the Neoclassical design with figures mounted on pedestals within foliage and cherubs 117 x 46 inches Estimate: 6,000/8,000
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Lot# 520: JAMES GILL: "WIFE REMOVING HER SLIP" circa 1962 oil on Masonite signed lower right Provenance: From the Estate of Louis and Annette Kaufman 40 x 30 1/2 inches Estimate: 8,000/12,000
Lot# 521: EUGENE BERMAN: "THE SKY ABOVE (CIELITO LINDO)" circa 1967 oil on canvas signed with initials and dated ‘E B 1967’ lower center initialed, dated, and titled verso Condition: some craquelure to painted surface Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 26 x 20 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 522: PAUL JASMIN: "INTERIOR WITH FORESHORTENED MALE NUDE LAYING ON BED" oil on canvas signed lower right stamped ‘Ancobilt/ Glendale NY’ on stretcher verso Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 38 x 38 inches Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 523: FRENCH ORMOLU MOUNTED MARBLE CENTERPIECE the bowl shaped rouge marble on a similar plinth with rococo gilt bronze handles and ormolu throughout 23 inches wide; 14 1/2 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 524: MARY PECK PORTFOLIO: "FORT MEIGS" & "THE TEMPLES OF GREECE" together with 40 loose silver gelatin photographs in two portfolio boxes Provenance: The Collection of the Copley Press & Library, La Jolla Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 525: ITALIAN WALNUT BOMBE COMMODE the scalloped top above three short and three long undulating drawers 57 1/2 inches wide; 25 inches deep; 37 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 526: EDWARD MELCARTH: "MEN FALLING OUT OF THE SKY WITH TWO WOMEN BELOW" oil on canvas signed Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 25 x 25 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
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Lot# 528: GEORGIAN OAK CHEST ON STAND the upper structure with two short and three long drawers resting on a stand with three apron drawers and shaped apron 43 inches wide; 19 inches deep; 61 3/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 529: CHINESE TURQUOISE GLAZED PORCELAIN VASE Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Hall of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 13 inches high Estimate: 100/200
Lot# 530: ITALIAN BAROQUE CARVED GILTWOOD WALL BRACKET the bowed plateau above a sea scroll and foliate support Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 14 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 531: SIX SEVRES PORCELAIN CABINET PLATES each depicting two cherubs flanking the emblem of Napoleon, with a burgundy and gilt ivory border 9 1/2 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 532: GEORGIAN OAK WELSH DRESSER the plate rack above three frieze drawers on four straight legs 74 inches wide; 15 inches deep; 71 1/4 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 533: THAI STANDING BUDDHA comprising of gilded iron 44 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 534: JOSE ANGEL ROSABAL: "SIN TITULO" circa1969 watercolor and gouache on paper signed and dated lower right Note: with original art certificate of authenticity from artist Jose Rosabal; certificate dates work November 1969. 17 x 23 inches sight Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 535: LEONID BERMAN: "TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE: ROWS OF VARIOUS TREES & HILLSIDE FARMHOUSE" oil on canvas initialed lower right Provenance: Richard K. Larcader Gallery, New York The Estate of Gore Vidal 17 1/2 x 21 inches Estimate: 800/1,200 http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 84/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company
Lot# 536: ALBERT-GABRIEL RIGOLOT: "PAYSAGE" oil on canvas signed lower left 19 1/2 x 26 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 537: FREDERICK RANDOLPH SPENCER: "PORTRAIT OF CHRISTOPHER BEAKLEY" oil on board Provenance: The Estate of Steve Allen & Jayne Meadows 30 x 24 inches Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 538: HAROLD STERNER: "HOUSE ON THE HUDSON RIVER AT BARRYTOWN, NY" watercolor on paper signed lower left and titled along lower border Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 14 1/2 x 27 1/2 inches Estimate: 700/1,000
Lot# 539: FRENCH ELM & STEEL MOUNTED BUTCHER BLOCK circa 1820 46 inches wide; 24 inches deep; 31 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 540: OUSHAK CARPET 13'1'' x 20' Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 541: TABRIZ CARPET with wear Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 11'9" x 8'2" Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 542: PAIR OF FRENCH PROVINCIAL FRUITWOOD BONNETIERES each having a molded cornice above a single glazed cartouche doo 38 1/2 inches wide; 20 1/2 inches deep;88 inches high Estimate: 6,000/8,000
Lot# 543: GEORGIAN MAHOGANY & ROSEWOOD BUREAU the upper shelf with three short drawer above a bureau with a central drawer opening to a hinged leather writing surface and hidden compartment flanked by two short drawers on tapered legs 48 inches wide; 20 inches deep; 53 1/4 inches high Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 544: REGENCY GILTWOOD BULLSEYE MIRROR the circular frame surrounding a round plate having a pair of two light scrolled candle arms and an eagle surmount 48 x 32 inches Estimate: 2,000/3,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 85/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 545: GEORGE II MAHOGANY CARD TABLE with a hinged D-shaped fold over top enclosing a drawer on slight cabriole legs with pointed feet 28 inches wide; 13 1/2 inches deep; 28 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 546: REGENCY GILTWOOD CONVEX MIRROR with eagle cresting and three scrolled candle arms 33 inches wide; 58 inches high Estimate: 4,000/6,000
Lot# 547: SET OF FOUR NEOCLASSIC STYLE MARBLE PLAQUES each depicting an emperor in profile 17 1/2 X 13 1/2 inches Estimate: 3,000/4,000
Lot# 548: JOHANNES STRADANUS (JAN VAN DER STRAET): " EQUILE" circa1580 incomplete portfolio of 25 engravings Condition: foxing & tears throughout Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal each plate approximately 8 x 11 inches Estimate: 3,000/5,000
Lot# 549: MARK DI SUVERO: "DRAWING FOR SCULPTURE" circa 1968 ink on paper signed lower right Provenance: Lo Giudice Gallery, Chicago 23 x 31 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 550: MARK DI SUVERO: "STUDY FOR A SCULPTURE" ink on paper 14 x 16 3/4 inches Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 551: MARK DI SUVERO:"GABRIELLE" iron sculpture 12 inches wide; 10 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 552: DAVID ANDERSON: "BUD VASE" circa 1989 painted steel sculpture from an edition of 6, initialed and dated on the base Provenance: Commissioned by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Art Museum Council fundraising project 32 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 553: GEORGE HERMS: "UNTITLED (MASK)" circa 1992 mixed media, wall-mounted construction of two circular saw blades, wire & metal strip Provenance: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Modern & Contemporary Art Council, Outsiders Masked Ball Fundraiser, October 1992 19 1/2 x 16 3/4 x 2 inches Estimate: 1,000/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 86/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 554: GORE VIDAL'S TIFFANY & CO. STERLING BABY CUP presented Eugene L. Vidal, Jr., circa October 3, 1925 Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 2 3/4 inches high Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 555: ORDRE DES ARTS ET DES LETTRES MEDALS Award to Gore Vidal for "Significant contribution to the enrichment of the French cultural inheritance" Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 556: GORE VIDAL'S WALLET & PASSPORT Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 300/500
Lot# 557: TYPED NOTE FROM TENNESSEE WILLIAMS TO GORE VIDAL signed (“Tennessee†), 1p, 8to, dated March 13, 1957, to Vidal, on Warwick Hotel stationery: “Most people who have talked to me freely about the play feel that….†Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 558: GORE VIDAL'S SIMPSON JACKET Condition: with wear to wool from moths Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 559: STERLING SILVER CIGARETTE LIGHTER monogrammed “G.V.†9 troy ounces Condition: with dent to lower corner Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 3 1/2 inches high Estimate: 200/300
Lot# 560: LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM THE ABRUZZO FILM FESTIVAL dated October 27, 2001 Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 300/400
Lot# 561: PHOTOGRAPH OF GORE VIDAL circa 1982 black and white photograph signed Zimberoff lower right Condition: with tear to paper lower left Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 14 x 11 inches Estimate: 400/600
Lot# 562: AWARD FROM THE HOUSTON FILM FESTIVAL FOR BILLY THE KID circa1990 the Gold Award for Made-For-TV Feature Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Estimate: 300/400
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 87/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 563: ROYAL COPENHAGEN PORCELAIN GROUP designed by Theodor Lundberg "Wave and Rock" 18 1/4 inches high Estimate: 600/800
Lot# 564: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS CHARGER "Cote d'Or" pattern with raised grape clusters on rim 15 3/4 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 565: DAUM: "CHEVAL" mold signed: Maurice Legendre 14/200 13 inches wide; 14 1/2 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 566: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS TABLE SERVICE "Honfleur" pattern comprising: 20 service plates, 8 finger bowls, 6 saucers, & 2 condiment bowls Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 567: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS STEMWARE SERVICE "Phalsbourg" pattern comprising 16 water glasses (7 1/2"), 12 Bordeaux wines (6 1/2"), 13 claret wines (6 3/4"), 12 white whites (6 1/2"), and 12 champagne coupes (5 1/2") [65 total] Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 568: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS VASE "Ondines" pattern 9 1/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 569: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS VASE "Saint Emilion" pattern 10 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 570: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS TABLE SERVICE "Chene" pattern comprising a pitcher, a pair of small jardinieres, six salad plates, and six luncheon plates (15 pieces) the pitcher: 8 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 571: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS ICE BUCKET "Ganymede" pattern 9 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 572: PAIR OF LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS VASES "Mesanges" pattern 12 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 88/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 573: SET OF TWELVE LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS TUMBLERS "Femmes antiques" pattern 4 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 574: LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS CENTERPIECE "Champs d'Elysse" pattern etched "Lalique France" on base 18 inches long Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 575: PAIR OF LALIQUE FIGURAL MOLDED GLASS BOOKENDS "Luxembourg" pattern 6 1/2 inches wide; 7 3/4 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 576: SIX LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS PLATES "Piriac" pattern 10 3/4 inches wide Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 577: SET OF FOUR MOSER ENAMELED GLASS GOBLETS each heavily gilt & enameled, flanked protruding amber cabochons 8 3/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 578: LATE VICTORIAN/EDWARDIAN SILVER TWO- HANDLED TRAY 124 troy ounces; all marks worn Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal 29 inches wide Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 579: REED & BARTON STERLING FLATWARE SERVICE "Francis I" Pattern comprising 12 dinner forks (7"), 12 salad forks (6 1/8")< 12 seafood forks (5 1/2"), 12 ice cream forks (5 1/2"), 10 teaspoons (6"), 24 cream soup spoons (6"), 12 ice tea spoons (7 1/2"), 12 table spoons (7 1/4"), 10 dinner knives (9"), 12 butter knives (6"), three-piece carving set, cheese scoop, pastry server, two assorted serving spoons (9" & 6"), three assorted serving forks (11", 10", & 9"), slotted tomato server, bon bon server, flat dessert server (10"), cake server, and tongs 143 pieces Estimate: 2,500/3,500
Lot# 580: GEORG JENSEN STERLING FLATWARE SERVICE "Acorn" pattern comprising 12 dinner knives (9 3/4"), 12 luncheon knives with hollow handles (8"), 12 dessert knives with sterling blades (7"), 12 fish knives (8 1/8), 12 butter knives, 12 dinner forks (7 1/2"), 12 luncheon forks (6 1/2"), 12 salad forks (6 1/2"), 12 dessert forks (5 1/2"), 12 fish forks (three-tine, 6 1/2"), 12 bouillon spoons (5 1/4"), 12 soup spoons (6 1/2"), 23 tea spoons (5 3/4"), 12 fruit spoons (5 3/4"), 12 demitasse spoons (4 1/4"), 12 table spoons (7"), 2 bottle openers, a shovel, a flat dessert server and a serving knife 208 total pieces Estimate: 5,000/7,000
http://abell.com/catalogs/september2016sundaysalecatalogue.html 89/92 6/25/2018 A.N. Abell Auction Company Lot# 581: GORHAM STERLING FLATWARE SERVICE "Versailles" pattern comprising 11 dinner knives ( 9 1/2"), 14 luncheon knives (8 3/4"), 11 butter knives (5 3/4"), 12 dinner forks (8"), 12 luncheon forks ( 6 3/4"), 8 salad forks (6"), 11 seafood forks (5 3/4"), 9 teaspoons (5 3/4"), 12 table spoons (7 1/4"), 8 five o'clock spoons (5"), 7 bouillon spoons (5"), 11 ice cream spoons (5"), ladle (6 1/2"), and two serving spoons 129 total pieces Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 582: INTERNATIONAL STERLING FLATWARE SERVICE "Royal Danish" pattern comprising 12 dinner knives (10"), 12 luncheon knives (8 3/4"), 13 butter knives (6"), 15 teaspoons (6"), 12 grapefruit spoons (6"), 13 soup spoons (5 3/4"), 12 ice cream spoons (5 1/2"), 10 demitasse spoons (4 1/4"), 13 dinner forks (7 3/4"), 12 luncheon forks (7 1/4"), 11 salad forks (6 1/2"), 11 seafood forks (5 1/2"), small ladle (5"), pickle fork, serving fork, flat server, cheese server, and two-piece carving set 152 total pieces Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 583: PAIR OF HANAU STYLE SILVER BIRDS ON PEDESTALS the cockatiel and the parrot each on a granite column with silver base and applique; with hinged wings and a removable head 10 1/2 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 584: PAIR OF STERLING MATADORS each holding a cape on a black plinth the largest: 9 3/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 585: PAIR OF GERMAN STERLING KNIGHTS each depicted in full armor with sword and shield, standing on a plinth 51 total troy ounces 11 1/4 inches high Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 586: SPANISH COLONIAL SILVER CUP 4 3/8 inches high Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 587: GEORG JENSEN STERLING OVAL COVERED DISH circa 1920; no. 408b with grape cluster finial and handles 39 troy ounces 10 1/2 inches long Estimate: 5,000/7,000
Lot# 588: EDWARDIAN STERLING SILVER CENTERPIECE Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd., London, 1904-05 of oval shape with pierced scrolling foliate body on a four shell-footed base 76 troy ounces 19 inches wide; 8 inches high Estimate: 1,200/1,500
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Lot# 590: GERMAN .800 GILT SILVER FIGURAL CENTERPIECE depicting two cherubs holding up a garland frame in which sits an etched glass bowl 19 inches long Estimate: 2,000/3,000
Lot# 591: REED & BARTON STERLING FLOWER BOWL the pierced and etched foliate rim with a silver-plated frog insert 45 troy ounces Provenance: The Estate of Gore Vidal Literature: published in Architectural Digest: Celebrity Homes, 1977 [p. 150-- the Dining Room of La Rondinaia, Ravello Italy] 15 1/2 inches diameter Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 592: ASPREY & CO. ELIZABETH II SILVER TRAY created in honor if Her Majesty's Silver Jubilee the gallery rim surrounding the Royal coat of arms flanked by the dates of Elizabeth's reign 73 troy ounces 17 1/2 inches wide Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 593: GEORGE V SILVER TEA SERVICE Nayler Brothers, London, 1928-29 comprising a kettle on stand, a teapot, creamer, and open sugar bowl 102 total troy ounces (including handles and finials) the kettle: 15 inches high Estimate: 1,500/2,000
Lot# 594: SET OF FOUR TIFFANY & CO. STERLING COMPOTES stamped Tiffany & Co 56 total troy ounces 7 3/4 inches wide; 3 3/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 595: PAIR OF TIFFANY & CO. STERLING. BOWLS each with a scalloped rim stamped and numbered 9049/3992 below 36 troy ounces 9 1/4 inches diameter Estimate: 1,000/1,500
Lot# 596: PAIR OF WILLIAM SPRATLING STERLING GOBLETS 9 troy ounces 5 1/4 inches high Estimate: 800/1,200
Lot# 597: TIFFANY & CO. STERLING SERVING BOWL with a pierced grape cluster rim stamped and numbered 16346/ 321 below 27 troy ounces 12 1/4 inches diameter Estimate: 800/1,200
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Lot# 599: PAIR OF TIFFANY & CO. GILT STERLING DISHES with a floral rim stamped below and numbered 8650 M 872 with monogram in center 13 troy ounces 6 3/4 inches diameter Estimate: 500/700
Lot# 600: TIFFANY & CO. STERLING FOOTED PLATTER stamped Tiffany & Co MAKERS Sterling Silver 13764 M 75 troy ounces 22 inches wide Estimate: 1,200/1,500
Lot# 601: REGENCY BURLWOOD CELLARETTE the oval coffered hinged lid above a conforming body 40 inches wide; 28 inches deep; 24 inches high Estimate: 2,000/3,000
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