November 20th - 22nd, 1999 Auction

Day One Continued from lot 250 - 559D

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250

A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE 18^TH CENTURY RUSSIAN SILVER BEAKER, Moscow dated 1796, Cyrillic makers mark “S.S”. The body with birds and garlands, height 3.5”.  Estimate...................................... $300-$500

251

A RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT SHOT GLASS, Kostroma 1908-, Cyrillic makers mark “I.V.R.”, the body engraved with florals, height 2.25”.
Estimate       $50-$100

252

A RARE SILVER AND IVORY HANDLED RUSSIAN TRAVELING CUP, St. Petersburg, 1857 and Latin makers mark “F.A.” - Fabian Alleneus. The flattened oval form with receptacle for detachable handle with heavy lid engraved with strapwork and the owner initials in Cyrillic “S.F.”, height 3.5”, width 5.25”.  Estimate................ $600-$1,000

253

A LARGE RUSSIAN SILVER CIGARETTE CASE, Moscow 1908-, makers mark of “Adamz”. The lid with an applied gilt figure, the verso with applied gilt names, 4.75” x 3.75”.  Estimate..................................... $300-$500

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A SILVER RUSSIAN EGG, Moscow 1899-, makers mark in Cyrillic “N.M.”. The two piece body engraved with a cross and in Cyrillic “Christ Has Risen!”, 2.75”.  Estimate.................. $300-$500

255

A RUSSIAN SILVER NAPKIN RING, finely chased with foliage, the interior gilded. St. Petersburg, 1899-1908, Cyrillic makers mark of “Ivan Khlebnikov”, diameter 1.75”. Estimate.......................... $50-$100

256

A RUSSIAN SILVER AND GILT LADIES EVENING PURSE, Moscow 1899-, Cyrillic makers mark “N.B.”. The lid engraved with florals and with green cabochon thumbpiece. Lacks chain handle, 5”x4”.  Estimate $150-$300

257

A RUSSIAN SILVER SALT CHAIR, 20^th century, heavily engraved overall, height 3”. Estimate........................ $250-$400

258

RUSSIAN SILVER SUGAR TONGS, circa 1900, engraved with florals, length 5”.  Estimate................................... $50-$100

259

A FINE RUSSIAN SILVER TROMPE-L’OEIL SNUFF BOX in the form of a woven bag with straps. St. Petersburg, 1870, maker Henrik Lassas, 3” x 2.25”.  Estimate.............................................................. $250-$400

260

A FINE PAIR OF SILVER GILT AND NIELLO SPOON AND FORK, Moscow circa 1825, makers marks in Cyrillic “M.F.” and “M.Ch.”, fork 7”, spoon 6.5”.  Estimate............................ $300-$400

261

A FINE SILVER AND NIELLO CHILD’S BELT, Kiev 1890. makers mark in Cyrillic “L.K.”, overall length 24”.  Estimate.................... $400-$700

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262

A RUSSIAN CARVED WOODEN SALT AND BREAD DISH, circa 1900. Carved in Cyrillic “What Ever the House has, it is Happy With”, diameter 10.75”.  Estimate......................... $400-$600

263

A RUSSIAN SILVER EUCHARISTIC DISKOS AND ZVEZDITSA, Moscow 1908-, Cyrillic makers mark “P.N.”, diameter 6.25”.  Estimate $500-$800

264

PAIR OF CARVED RUSSIAN SPOONS, circa 1900 and depicting Monastery Life below a hand in a three fingered blessing position, length 8.75”.  Estimate....... $200-$300

265

A PAIR OF RUSSIAN CEREMONIAL HORN AND SILVER MOUNTED DRINKING CUPS, length 10” & 9”.  Estimate................ $150-$300

266

A SET OF SIX RUSSIAN SILVER-GILT FRUIT KNIVES, Morozov, under the Imperial warrant. The handles with winged cherubs and garlands, the blades gilt, length 6.5”.  Estimate.................... $450-$700

267

A RUSSIAN SILVER SAMORODOK CIGARETTE CASE, Moscow 1899-, Cyrillic makers mark “A.Sh.”, blue cabochon thumbpiece, 4.25”x3”. Estimate........................................... $300-$500

268

A RUSSIAN SILVER HEAVILY ENGRAVED SALT CHAIR. Engraved with strapwork and two roosters, height 2.75”.  Estimate....... $350-$500

269

A MATCHING RUSSIAN SILVER KNIFE AND FORK, Joseph Marchak, Kiev before 1900, length 9” & 7.25”.   Estimate...................... $300-$500

270

A RUSSIAN SILVER PURSE WITH CHAIN, Moscow 1899-, Cyrillic makers mark “N.Z.”, 6.5” x 3.25”.  Estimate............................... $200-$300

271

A RUSSIAN SILVER CIGARETTE CASE, Moscow 1899-, Cyrillic makers mark “G.Ye.” The lid a gathering of eagles in a field of skulls, after Vasnetsov and with blue cabochon thumbpiece, 4.5” x 3.25”.  Estimate $300-$500

272

A SET OF SIX MATCHING RUSSIAN SILVER SPOONS, Moscow 1874, Cyrillic makers mark “S.A.S.”, overall heavily engraved with florals. Estimate.......... $150-$300

273

FIVE SILVER RUSSIAN SPOONS, four matching, Moscow before 1899, Cyrillic makers mark of Greogory Sbitnev, length 5.5”, together with a silver gilt spoon with twisted handle, Moscow 1880’s, length 5.25”. 
Estimate $200-$400

274

RUSSIAN SILVER SUGAR TONGS, Moscow 1898-, Cyrillic makers mark “N.G.”, length 6”.  Estimate........... $100-$200

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275

A LARGE RUSSIAN PAINTED PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, decorated with a large blooming flower, length 4”.  Estimate $300-$400

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A FINELY DECORATED RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century. The entire body covered with blooming mums and in Cyrillic “Khristos Voskrese!” - Christ Has Risen!, length 3”. Estimate........ $150-$300

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A LARGE RUSSIAN PAINTED PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, overall with blooming tulips on a mist green ground, length 4.25”. Estimate.................................................... $300-$400

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A LARGE RUSSIAN PAINTED PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century with a rose and violet, length 4”.  Estimate............................ $300-$400

279

A LARGE AND FINELY DECORATED RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century. Overall with birds in flight and at rest and in Cyrillic “Christ Has Risen!”, length 4.5”.  Estimate................................. $300-$400

280

A RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EGG with the Virgin and on verso with the Cyrillic abbreviation for “Christ Has Risen”, length 4”.  Estimate $150-$300

281

A LARGE RUSSIAN PAINTED PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century with flowers and butterfly and “X.B.”, length 4”.  Estimate...... $300-$400

282

A FINELY PAINTED RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, overall decorated with various flowers, length 3.5”.  Estimate $150-$300

283

A LARGE AND BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, overall decorated with blooming clematis and inscribed in Cyrillic “Christ Has Risen”, length 4.25”.  Estimate $300-$400

284

A FINE RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, painted overall with blooming flowers on a sky blue field, length 3.5”. Estimate $150-$300

285

A LARGE AND FINELY PAINTED RUSSIAN PORCELAIN EASTER EGG, 19^th century, with wheat and blooming flowers on a yellow field, length 4.5”.  Estimate............................... $250-$400

286

A FINE GROUPING OF SEVEN IMPERIAL RUSSIAN PORCELAIN CUPS & SAUCERS including; Gardner, Kuznetsov, Kornilov and Popov.  Estimate.... $200-$500

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A GOOD HAND PAINTED & LITHOGRAPHED FAN circa 1820, with lithographed leaf of lovers dancing on a hand painted scenic background carved and pierced mother of pearl sticks with silvering, probably French, some damage, displayed in a fan-shaped case. 22”x16”.  Estimate $300-$500

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A FINE HANDPAINTED & LITHOGRAPHED FAN circa 1840, with elaborate and colorful royal court scene. Pierced and carved mother of pearl sticks with silvered roses. Displayed in a fan shaped case. 23”x13”. 
Estimate $400-$600

290

A FINE 19^TH CENTURY HANDPAINTED AND LITHOGRAPHED FAN of young lovers in a park signed “Valenci”, the mother of pearl sticks carved with a dancing couple in a walking frame pierced, gilt and silvered, minor damage, displayed in a fan shaped case with pedestal. 22”x15”.  Estimate $500-$750

291

A GOOD HANDPAINTED FAN circa 1790, of three young couples in a park, elaborate gilt scrolling on leaf, pierced mother of pearl sticks with silvered decoration. Some tears, displayed in a fan shaped case. 22.5”x14”.  Estimate............. $500-$750

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A FINE HANDPAINTED FAN circa 1790, depicting elaborate garden and waterfall scenes on obverse and reverse leaf of couples courting with finely scrolled gilt borders. Delicately carved and pierced sticks silvered and gilt. One stick damaged. Displayed in a two sided glazed fan shaped case. 24”x15”.  Estimate........... $600-$900

293

A COLORED LITHOGRAPH FAN circa 1870, of a Persian court scene. Carved mother of pearl sticks with silvered designs. In a fan shaped case. Some damage. 12”x7”.  Estimate............................................. $150-$250

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A GOOD 18^TH CENTURY HAND PAINTED FAN depicting a romantic scene of Roman soldiers and women celebrating the highly carved sticks with a walking frame of couples dancing surrounded by winged putti finely gilt and silvered displayed in a fan shaped case. 22”x12”. Estimate..... $800-$1,200

295

A FINE GILT SEQUINED FAN circa 1850, with painted medallion of a woman stealing cupid’s bow on silk, and gilt wire mesh leaf with carved, pierced and polychrome sticks, in a glazed fan shaped case. 18”x10”.
Estimate $400-$600

Group Photo of Lots 296-301.  Individual pictures of each lot are available by clicking on the description that is underlined.

296

CARL WENDELL RAWSON (American 1889-1970) “Birch Trees in Fall” oil on canvas, 25” x 32”, signed and dated 1926 lower right. Estimate $500-$750 Born in Des Moines, Iowa, Carl Rawson was a pupil of Charles A. Cumming; the National Academy of Design and the Minneapolis School of Art. Rawson executed numerous portraits including three for the Iowa Historical Building. His most popular works however are his rich landscapes. His works are held in numerous public and private collections including the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

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AMERICAN SCHOOL (19^th century) “The Village Blacksmith” oil on canvas, unsigned, 26”x40”. Contained in a large and impressive gilt-frame.  Estimate...... $500-$750

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WILLIAM KEITH (American 1839-1911) “Cattle Watering in a Glade” oil on canvas, signed lower left “W. Keith”, 25”x30”. Estimate $5,000-$7,500 Provenance: Maxwell Galleries, San Francisco to a California Private Collector.

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GEORGE SANDERS BICKERSTAFF (American 1893-1954) “Crashing Waves” oil on canvas, signed lower right, 24”x30” (unframed). Estimate $400-$600

301

HUGO ANTOINE FISHER (1867-1916) “Along the Marsh” watercolor on paper, 20”x30”, signed l.l.  Estimate........................... $750-$1,500

Group Photo of Lots 302-307 Here.  Individual pictures of each lot are available by clicking on the description that is underlined.

302

HUDSON RIVER SCHOOL (circa 1870) “Expansive Landscape at Dusk” oil on canvas, apparently unsigned, 36”x48”.  Estimate....... $800-$1,200

303

CLEMENT ROLLINS GRANT (American 1849-1893) “Young Boy in a Clearing” oil on canvas, signed and dated “C.R. Grant” lower right, verso with label of Boston Framer. 12”x14”.  Estimate............. $1,000-$1,500

304

FRANCESCO J. SPICUZZA (American 1883-1962) “Hills of Western Wisconsin” oil on canvas board, signed and dated 1920 lower left, 10” x 14”.  Estimate....$250-$400

305

CONGER METCALF (American 1914-1998) “Portrait of a Young Man Surrounded by Other Studies”, oil, graphite on coated paper, signed upper left “Metcalf”, 11.5”x13”.  Estimate $2,000-$3,000  Conger Metcalf (1914-1998) was a beloved artist, a native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a graduate of Coe College and a one time student of Marvin Cone. He spent his adult life in Boston where he taught and produced the art he became so well known for. In addition to wonderful still life renderings, Metcalf is probably best recognized for his figurative works wherein he captures the often pensive mood of his subjects – whether it be an Italian street urchin (a reflection of his WWII residence in Europe), a beautiful woman in elaborate costume, or perhaps just a face study. Generally working with oil color & graphite on clay coated paper, the artist’s technique and draftsmanship were of the highest quality. His style was poetically expressive in the manner of Neo-Romanticism. Being recognized as a very gifted American artist and a very giving humanitarian underlies the great love of Metcalf’s work. His works can be found in numerous private & public collections throughout the United States.

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THOMAS B. CRAIG (American 1849-1924) “An Envious Neighbor” oil on canvas, signed lower left. 24”x30”.  Estimate........... $1,750-$2,500

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HARY N. TILLOCK (American 20^th century) “California Hills” oil on board, signed lower right, 12” x 16”.  Estimate $300-$500 While little seems to be recorded about Tillock it is known he lived and worked in Los Angeles in the 1920s. He exhibited with the Painters & Sculptors of LA in 1920 & 1921 and also at the Pasadena Art Institute in 1930.

Group Photo of lots 308-313 Here. Individual pictures of each lot are available by clicking on the description that is underlined.

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HARRY SUTTON Jr. (American 1897-1984) “Still Life with Sculptures and Fruit” oil on canvas, 20” x 25”, signed and dated ‘69 lower right.  Estimate $800-$1,200 Harry Sutton was born in Salem Massachusetts in 1897. He was a pupil at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts School and also studied at l'Academie Julian in Paris. He resided in Andover Massachusetts until his death in 1984 and was known for his portraits, landscapes, and still lifes.

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DAVID BURLIUK (Russian/American 1882-1964) “Great Peconick Bay L.I. N.Y.” watercolor on paper, signed and dated 1945 lower left, the title lower right. 11”x15”.  Estimate $400-$600 Burliuk’s life was immersed in the world of art. At age 16 he enrolled in the Kazan Art School and later at Odessa Art College. He studied in Munich, and in Paris (1904). He later studied at the famous Moscow College of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture where along with Vladimir Mayakovski was expelled for propagandizing avant-garde art. He was a member in numerous art associations including The Jack of Diamonds, Golden Fleece, Free Creativity, World of Art and even exhibited with the Itinerants (1907-08). Burliuk was a central figure in the history of the Russian avant-garde. He was an accomplished poet, art critic and an important exhibition organizer. He moved to America in 1922 settling on Long Island where he continued to paint until his death there in 1967.

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GUSTAVE CIMIOTTI (American 1879-1969) “Sea Scape” oil on canvas, 20”x24”, signed lower right.  Estimate $600-$800 Provenance: Grand Central Gallery, New York.

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JOHN NOBEL BARLOW (American 1861-1917) “Woodland Landscape” oil on canvas, 23”x29”, signed and dated lower right ‘89. Estimate $1,500-$2,500 John Nobel Barlow was born in 1861 in Manchester, England. Despite becoming an American citizen in 1877 he returned to England for his later years and died in St. Ives on the Cornwall coast in 1917. He studied under Lefebvre, Dlance and Constant in Paris. He was a member of the Providence Art Club and was inducted as a member of the Royal Society of British Artists in 1896 and the Royal Society of Oil Painters in 1916.

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GUSTAV NATHANIEL MALM (Swedish/American 1869-1928) “Smokey Hill Kansas” oil on canvas, signed lower right and dated 00. 10.25”x14.25”. Verso of stretcher inscribed with title.  Estimate $750-$1,000 Provenance: The estate of the Reverend A.D. Freden, Orion Illinois, then by decent through the family.  Gustav “Nat” Malm was born in Sweden and immigrated to America in 1889. Within a few years Malm moved to Lindsborg, Kansas where he would make his home. A multi-talented craftsman, Malm was a painter, printer, builder and writer. He was the author and illustrator of “Charlie Johnson,” a study of the Swedish Emigrant. He was an active civic and community leader in the heavily Swedish town of Lindsborg & did much to promote Bethany College. His landscapes are brightly colored and depict an honest study of nature. He was an active member of the Smoky Hill Art Club. A local organization created by local artist Birger Sandzen to help promote art in the community & at Bethany College where Sandzen instructed.

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EMIL ARMIN (American 1883-1971) “Winter Landscape” watercolor on paper, 11”x15”, signed lower left.  Estimate.............................. $300-$500

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ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN MARIN (American 1870-1953) “Deere Island, Maine” watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated ‘31. 9.5”x15.5”. Estimate............................$2,000-$3,000

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ALEXANDER SCHILLING (American 1859-) “May Morning After a Shower” oil on canvas, signed lower right, verso with artists label inscribed with title, 12” x 18”.  Estimate.............$750-$1,000

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CARL WEBER (American 1850-1921) “Grazing Sheep in Spring” watercolor on paper, signed lower right, 16.5” x 26”.  Estimate..... $500-$750

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HENRY W. WHITING (American 19^th century) “Landscape with Cattle Watering” oil on canvas, signed lower right “H.W. Whiting”. 13”x14”. Estimate $750-$1,500 Provenance: Columbia College Collection, Dubuque, Iowa to Father Karl Klein.

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JAMES HENRY DAUGHERTY (American 1886-1974) “Daniel Boone, Wilderness Scout” watercolor, ink and gouache on paper, signed lower left and title on verso. 16.25”x11.5”.  Estimate $500-$750 Probably an illustration for “Daniel Boone”, circa 1938 of which Daugherty illustrated.

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ELOISE EGAN (American 1874-1967) “European Street Scene” oil on canvas, signed lower right. 45”x35”.  Estimate...................... $1,000-$1,500

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HENRICK HILLBLOM (Swedish/American 1863-1928) “Forest Interior” oil on board, 12”x8.5”, signed and dated “July 3, 1922” lower left. Verso with dedicatory inscription reading “To A.D. Freden, Orion, Ill. Fron H. Hillblom, Wallingford Conn. May 27, 1924”. Provenance: Estate of Rev. A.D. Freden.  Estimate................................................... $1,500-$2,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: Saint George, 19^th century. A colorful and finely painted image of the mounted warrior who strikes with a lance at a dragon beneath his horse. An angel descends from the Heavens and places a crown of victory upon his head. On the right a stylized city with King & Queen watching from the battlements. At lower right the king’s daughter, Elisaba. Christ delivers a blessing at upper left. The subject is identified by the inscription across the top border, “The Holy Great Martyr Georgiy the Victorious.” The quality, style & colors would indicate this icon was most likely produced in or near the village of Mstera. Exquisite! 12.25’x10.5”.  Estimate..... $2,500-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Resurrection of Christ, 19^th century. A finely painted complex rendering. Christ at center, stands atop the gates of hell freeing the Old Testament righteous. At lower left angels of the Lord bind Hades. At lower right Christ rising out of his tomb as Roman soldiers sleep. At top right the Righteous thief Rakh awaits entry into Paradise where he is later shown meeting Enoch and Elijah. A beautiful icon of the most important Christian theme. 12.5”x10.5”. Estimate................................... $1,750-$2,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Archangel Michael, 19^th century. This popular type is based on the Book of Revelation. It depicts Michael as the chief captain (Greek Arkhistrategos, Russian Voevoda) of the heavenly armies, crowned and riding upon a winged horse. A rainbow extends over his head, a lance is in one hand and a censer and book in the other. A long horn (trumpet) extends from his mouth (this image is reversed). Michael is shown defeating Satan, who has fallen at the base beside tumbled buildings, (the Archangel Michael is associated both with the Old Testament destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and with the visionary destruction of Sodom in the Apocalypse). At upper left is Christ before the Hetimasia, the prepared altar which is also the symbolic throne of Christ. The title at top identifies the subject as “The Holy Arkhistrategos Mikhail.” In excellent condition. 12.25”x10.75”. Estimate.......................... $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Entrance Into Jerusalem. Here Christ is seen upon an ass, entering through the city gates of Jerusalem in the company of his disciples as a crowd holding palms look on. Finely painted in Mstera style. The borders with faux enameling. The inscription at top reads: “The Entry into Jerusalem of Our Lord Jesus Christ.” A lovely icon. 12.25”x10.5”. Estimate $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: King of Kings, circa 1890. A beautifully rendered image of this Deisis variant. Christ enthroned & dressed as a King, orb & scepter in hand, crown atop head. God the Father &  dove, sign of the Holy Spirit above him. On the left the Virgin holds a scroll upon which is written, “Heavenly King receive each man who praises my name...” On the right, John the Forerunner his head bowed in an attitude of prayer. Heavily incised gold leaf ground & colorful faux enamel borders. Possibly Palekh. 12.25”x11”.  Estimate $1,000-$2,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Baptism of Christ, circa 1890. One of the Churches major feast days celebrated on January 6^th (Old Style) and January 19^th (New Style). Here Christ stands in the Jordan River as John the Forerunner (Baptist) baptizes Christ. The Holy Spirit descends from Heaven as a dove in an aureole of light. Three Angels of the Lord attending. The title at top identifies the subject as “Bogoyavlenie” (Theopany) of Our Lord. 12.25”x10.5”.  Estimate      $1,200-$1,800

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Tolaskaya Mother of God, circa 1800. A finely painted image of this rarely encountered type. This image is said to have appeared to Bishop Prokhoriy near midnight in the year 1314. He saw it floating in a column of light beyond the river. He crossed over a bridge leading to the apparition and prayed before the image, leaving his staff there when he returned. Later, when servants were sent to fetch the staff, they found the icon in the branches of a tree. A church was built to house the image, and in the year 1392 the icon began to exude fragrant healing oil (“myrrh”). The Christ child is on his mother’s left; he appears as though clambering up her lap to place his right hand about her neck and his left hand against her breast. The borders with Saint Harlampy (left) and the Holy Prince Georgiy (right). Overlaid with a fine repoussé and chased silvered metal riza. 12.5”x10”. Rare. Estimate $1,500-$2,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The New Testament Trinity Among the Powers, circa 1890. A colorful and complex icon depicting the Trinity Image at center, Christ on the left holding the Gospels open to Matthew 11:28, God the Father on the right, and the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove above them. The ring which surrounds them represents the heavenly powers, or different ranks of angels shown here as Seraphim and Cherubim. The four red points radiating outward from the circle depicting the symbols of the four Evangelists. Outside the ring Mary holds a scroll upon which is written “Ruler Most Gracious Lord Jesus Christ...” On the right John the Forerunner with a scroll upon which is written, “Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand.” At the top Angels of the Lord look on. The borders with the Guardian Angel, Basil the Great, Alexi and Paraskeva. Superb detail throughout. 12.25”x10.5”. Estimate.......................... $1,750-$2,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Feodorskaya Mother of God, 19^th century. An absolutely beautiful painting of the image known as the Patron of the House of Romanov. Executed in the traditional “Old Style”. The borders with the Guardian Angel and Prince Basil (left). On the right St. Antipas and the Holy Martyr Maria. Overlaid with an incredibly fashioned, heavy gilded riza. 12.5”x11”.  Estimate     $1,750-$2,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: Mother of God, Melter of Evil Hearts, 19^th century, Ural mountains region. A bold and beautiful image painted on a gold leaf ground. Here the Mother of God is depicted above a wall; she holds her son on her left arm, and a ladder with her right hand. The ladder is an Akathist symbol of Mary the “Heavenly ladder on which God descended.” In a circle on her breast is the Holy Spirit as a dove. The title inscribed over the Virgins right shoulder identifies the subject as, “Umyagchenie Zluikh Serdets” - Melter of Evil Hearts. The borders with Sts. Samon, Guriy and Aviv, these being the patron saints of fidelity in marriage, also with the Holy Martyr George. Exceptional detail and quality. 14”x12”. Estimate $1,750-$2,500 Note: I have often seen this subject combined with Samon, Guriy and Aviv on the borders with the addition of a male saint. Considering the title and the patronage of the three saints, I often wonder if icons such as the offered lot were prescribed by the local priest to a wife whose husband had been unfaithful, in this case a husband named “George”. - James Jackson

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty with Feast Days, 19^th century. A large and interesting icon depicting Christ at center delivering a blessing and revealing the text of Matthew 11:28. In circles surrounding him are the three Hierarchs and Saint Nicholas. The borders with various important Feasts including “The Trinity,” “The Nativity of Christ”, “The Transfiguration,” “The Resurrection and Descent,” and “The Ascension.” No doubt a custom ordered icon for a special event. 14.25”x12.25”.  Estimate.............. $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Three Handed Mother, circa 1890. The “Three-Handed” Mother of God (Greek Trikherousa) is a famous Mt. Athos icon still kept at the Serbian Monastery of Khilandari on that “Holy Mountain.” It is said that in the 8^th century the noted anti-iconoclast John of Damascus was in the service of the Caliph of that city. The iconoclast Byzantine Emperor Leo attempted to alienate John’s employer with forged letters in John’s handwriting which urged Leo to attack the Caliph. These forgeries were accepted by the Caliph, who had John’s hand struck off as punishment. John took his severed hand to an icon of the Mother of God (attributed to St. Luke), and prayed to be healed so that he might continue to write against the iconoclasts. The Mother of God heard his prayer and promised to heal him if he would compose hymns to her and to Christ. In gratitude for his healing, John had a commemorative silver hand affixed to the lower part of the image. Later painters, copying this image, often misunderstood the added hand and made it a third hand of the Mother of God. However, in the case of the offered lot, the hand is painted with a silver metal hue to denote the correct interpretation of the story. The exceptionally high quality of painting and technique would lead one to suspect this was a product of the village of Palekh. A large and impressive icon in excellent condition. 14”x12.25”.  Estimate.......................... $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: St. Nicholas, 19^th century. A fine example of the less frequently encountered bust portrait image of Nicholas. The borders with the Guardian Angel and a male martyr. 14”x12”. Estimate $800-$1,200

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Resurrection with Feasts, circa 1890. A large, colorful and complex icon. The central image depicting the subject of the Resurrection, both Eastern and Western versions. The central icon being surrounded by the 12 major church festivals including: The Birth of the Mother of God, The Meeting in the Temple, The Annunciation, The Nativity of Christ, The Entry into the Temple, The Baptism of Christ, The Entry into Jerusalem, The Transfiguration, The Ascension, The Trinity, The Dormition, and the Exaltation of the Cross. The corners with the four Evangelists. The outer margins in faux enamel. The entire image laid down on a gold leaf ground. A large and impressive icon with over 90 individually painted figures all rendered in excruciating miniature detail. 12.25”x14”.  Estimate.............................................. $1,750-$2,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: St. John the Evangelist, 19^th century. An exceptionally well painted icon. John holds the Gospels open to his own which begins as written here, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God...” He is shown with his symbol, the lion and the Holy Spirit depicted as a small angel whispering divine inspiration into his ear. Depicted in this manner, with his hand held meditatively to his lips, he is generally called “John the Theologian in Silence.” The entire image overlaid with a finely crafted gilded and repoussé metal riza. The garments of John overlaid with a padded form covered with a profusion of glass beads. Fully painted beneath riza and inscribed in Slavonic, “The Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian”. 14”x12.25”.  Estimate.................... $2,500-$3,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: Saint George, 19^th century. A colorful and well painted image of the mounted warrior who thrusts his lance through the dragon below him. In the background the King & Queen look on from above the city gate as their daughter awaits her destiny. Christ delivers a blessing from above. The borders with Saint Stephan, Anufrius, Sergiy of Radonezh and the Venerable Moses. The title at top reads, “The Image of the Holy Great Martyr George the Victorious.” The colors and style would suggest this icon is most likely from the hand of a Palekh trained iconographer. 13”x11.25”.
Estimate $1,750-$2,500

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Assembly of the Archangel Michael, circa 1890. An absolutely fantastic quality icon from either the village of Palekh or Mstera, most likely the latter. At center Christ Immanuel is depicted upon a disk held by the Archangel Gabriel (left) and Raphael (right). Directly behind them in the center is the Archangel Michael who holds two transparent disks inscribed with the abbreviated name of Christ acting as a seal of the Savior. He is surrounded by the other archangels, each identified by an inscription within their haloes. The stylistic clouds with multi-color shading, together with the single hair paint brush detail signify the painter of this icon was a master. The abbreviated title at top reads, “The Image of the Assembly of the Holy General Michael.” Beautiful! 14”x12”.  Estimate.............. $2,500-$3,500

338

RUSSIAN ICONS: The Crucifixion with Scenes, 19^th century. Here the crucified Christ is shown at center above which is the Holy Spirit and above the dove is God the Father. This image being surrounded by other iconography including “The Unburnt Thornbush” (upper left) “The Miracle of Florus and Laurus,” (top right) “St. George” (lower right) and the “Archangel Michael” (lower left). A large and colorful icon. 14.25” x 12.25”.  Estimate...... $600-$1,200

339

RUSSIAN ICON: Diptych, 18^th century. The left panel with the expanded Deisis, the left wing with Saints Sergiy Radonezh, Simeon, Florus, Laurus. Overlaid with silvered riza. Suspension loops for wearing. 2.25”x4”.  Estimate      $500-$750

340

RUSSIAN ICON: A Triptych, 19^th century. A large and impressive wearable traveling icon. On the left “Joy to All Who Sorrow”, center “The Mother of God Surely of Sinners” and at right “The Resurrection of Christ.” The left and right wings fold into the central panel and with latch and suspension loops at top. 5.25”x13”.  Estimate................. $1,000-$1,500

341

RUSSIAN ICON: A Triptych, 19^th century. On the left “Entry Into Jerusalem”, center “Trinity” on the right “The Annunciation”. Designed to fold into a cube and be worn or carried. 2.25”x6.75”. Estimate........ $750-$1,000

342

RUSSIAN ICON: A Triptych, 19^th century. A large traveling personal icon. On the left wing Saints: Basil, John, Gregoriy, Philip, Nicholas and Varlam. At center the Resurrection of Christ. On the right wing Saints Constantine, Helen, Peter, Paul, Julita and Kirik. 5”x12.5”. Estimate..... $1,000-$1,500

343

RUSSIAN ICON: The Kazan Mother of God, 19^th century. An oval porcelain with metal frame. 1.75”x2.5”.  Estimate........................... $100-$200

345

A FINE DRESDEN PORCELAIN OF THE RESURRECTION, 19^th century. Hand painted, Length 4”.  Estimate............................. $800-$1,200

346

A RUSSIAN SILVER & ENAMEL PECTORAL ICON of Christ, 19^th century. Christ delivers a blessing and holds an open book of Gospels to John 13:34. The icon under oval beveled glass contained in a silver and champleve enamel frame with suspension loop for wearing. Frame marked Moscow, 1908 and with Cyrillic makers mark of “D.S.” - Dimitri Smirnov. Length 3.5”.  Estimate    $800-$1,200

347

A FINE RUSSIAN ROSTOV ENAMEL ICON of the Holy Dimirtri Metropolitant of Russia. Shown beside a crucifix with bleeding wounds. A gemstone set at the top near suspension loop and verso engraved in Cyrillic with the date “December 19^th, 1861.” Length 3.5”. Rare.  Estimate.... $500-$800

348

A BERLIN PAINTED PORCELAIN OVAL PLAQUE of the Madonna and Child, after Raphael, 19^th century. Length 3.25”.  Estimate...... $300-$500

349

A RARE MOTHER OF PEARL ICON of St. George Slaying the Dragon, probably the Holy Lands. Verso carved with eight sided orthodox cross and the date 1820. The finial nob pierced for suspension. Diameter 6”. 
Estimate ..............$800-$1,200

350

A FINELY SCULPTED CONTINENTAL SILVER RELIEF ICON of Christ. Signed lower left and with hallmarks lower right. 2”x1.5”. 5”x4.75” with frame.  Estimate.................................. $75-$150

351

A FRENCH PAINTED PORCELAIN of the Sacred Heart mounted in a gilt metal frame with cabochons. 4.5”x3.5”.  Estimate.................... $150-$350

352

A VERY FINE SILVER & ENAMEL MOUNTED RUSSIAN ICON of the Vladimir Mother of God. Overlaid with a three piece silver riza with champleve enamel halo with heavy frame and suspension loop. Moscow 1898, makers mark in Cyrillic of Anton Chyevarzen. 3.5”x2.75”.  Estimate. $1,000-$1,500

353

A CARVED AND POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of Our Lady of “Roble”, signed “D. Cortes”. Height 12”.  Estimate....................... $150-$300

354

A CARVED AND POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady” signed “D. Cortes”. Height 13.25”.  Estimate............................. $150-$300

355

A CARVED AND POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady of Solitude”, signed “D. Cortes”, Height 11.5”.  Estimate.... $150-$300

356

A CARVED AND POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady of Lagos,” signed “D. Cortes”. Height 12”.  Estimate....................... $150-$300

357

A CARVED & POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady of Remedios,” signed “D. Cortes”. Height 12”.  Estimate....................... $150-$300

358

A CARVED & POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady of Mt. Carmel” signed “D. Cortes”, Height 12”.  Estimate......... $150-$300

359

A CARVED & POLYCHROME WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady”, Height 11.25”.  Estimate............................................................ $150-$300

360

A CARVED & POLYCHROME FIGURE of “Our Lady of Guadalupe,” signed “D. Cortes.” Height 12.5”.  Estimate............................... $150-$300

361

A CARVED & POLYCHROME FIGURE of “Our Lady of Fatima”, signed “D. Cortes”. Height 12”.  Estimate........................................ $150-$300

362

A CARVED WOODEN FIGURE of “Our Lady”, Height 14”.
Estimate       $150-$300

363

RUSSIAN ICON: The Entrance of the Mother of God Into the Temple. A fine and complex rendering depicting the presentation of the three year old Mary by her parents to the Temple priest Zakkarias, father of John the Baptist. Mary is followed by candle bearing virgins. Most likely Palekh school. Fantastic. 12.25”x10.5”. Estimate........................... $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: “The Blessed Silence” beginning 19^th century. A finely painted image of this unusual and interesting subject. Christ depicted as an angel, as the word in Eternity. Overlaid with a finely fashioned repoussé and chased gilt-bronze riza. The borders with Saints Cosmas and Damian. 12.5”x10.75”.  Estimate................................... $1,750-$2,500

365

RUSSIAN ICON: “The Vladimir Mother of God”, circa 1800. An exceptionally well executed icon with decorated outline. The borders with the warrior Saints George (left) and Nikita (right). Of the highest quality. 12.25”x11”.  Estimate....................................... $2,000-$3,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Old Testament Trinity, 19^th century. The three angels attended by Abraham and Sarah. Finely painted on a gilt ground. 12.25”x10.5”.  Estimate....................... $1,500-$2,000

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RUSSIAN ICON: The Lord Almighty, 19^th century. Christ delivers a blessing and holds the open Gospels to Matthew 11:28. Overla