4 Medium size 19th C. Satsuma pottery buttons in a set.This set of Japanese ceramic buttons known as Satsuma depict an architectural scene and Mt. Fuji. Nice gold and backmarked. By the way if you have not yet ordered your new Satsuma book from Nancy Allen and Akiko be sure and do that soon, it is a must have book, and so says the Victoria and Albert Museum in London too. You can order it by writing Nancy at Nbankallen@att.net. The book is $150, and you can ask anyone, it is a book that spans stories beyond the buttons. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
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1 Large early 20th century patriotic/religious button.This uncommon detailed brass button depicts Uncle Sam waving his hand across the water with a large sunrise over a lighthouse and architectural scene with a cannon to his right. Above Uncle Sam is the word Mizpah, which is from the bible. A very unusual button and in fine condition. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
2 Large 20th century hand painted buttons from Russia.Here is another lot of two hand painted examples of Russian art in lacquer. One is a large oval depicting the Kremlin architectural building, and the other shows two a plethora of fruit. These were hand made and imported for the Weiser's. From the collection of Nikki Deal. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
35 S/M/L 19th/20th century assorted subject matter buttons.This card is a large mixture of materials and subjects, including the nice carved pearl architectural scene, the large butterfly, the variety of glass, pewter and more. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
Catholic Church.- Hore dive vi[r]ginis Marie se[cun]d[u]m usum Romanu[m], printed in red and black, title printed in red and large woodcut criblé printer's device within woodcut architectural border, full-page and smaller woodcut illustrations, text with printed rubrication within ornate woodcut historiated borders (including Dance of Death), full-page woodcut arms to final verso, M ii signed L ii, lacking L3-7 and N2&7, A1-4 detached and with small worm trace and a few small wormholes at foot, the odd instance of minor worming elsewhere, occasional spotting or light staining, lightly browned, 19th century blind-stamped panelled vellum, spine in compartments and with black leather label, upper joint split, but holding firm, lightly soiled, 8vo, [Paris], Thielman Kerver, [29 May, 1514].⁂ A rare edition, with USTC recording only one copy (Chapin Library, Williams College), and WorldCat adding a BnF copy, and possibly one at Trinity College, Hartford, CT (defective).
[Savile (Henry)] Rerum Anglicarum Scriptores Post Bedam Praecipui ..., first edition, printers device to title, partial ink ownership inscription in early hand, divisional titles within woodcut architectural borders, woodcut initials and head-pieces, a few pencil notes to margins in later hand, bookplates to front pastedown and endpaper, title and following leaf with paper restoration at inner and fore-edge margins, browning to scattered leaves, contemporary calf, rebacked, small chip to upper cover, otherwise a little rubbed, [STC 21783], G. Bishop, R. Nuberie & R. Barker, 1596 § [Twysden (Roger)] Historiae Anglicanae Scriptores X..., ?1 vol. bound in 2, title in red and black, bookplate to front pastedown, g1 of vol. 1 mis-bound before 2N4 (final leaf) at end of vol. 2, some light spotting, heavier to a few leaves, eighteenth century mottled calf with unidentified ?ducal arms in gilt to covers, early reback, vol. 2 lacking spine labels, joints cracking, extremities rubbed, [Wing H2094], Jacob Flesher & Cornelius Bee, 1652; and another similar 17th century, folio (5)⁂ The second edition (of the first mentioned) was published in Frankfurt in 1601.
Dugdale (Sir William) Monasticon Anglicanum, 3 vol., first editions, additional engraved architectural title to vol. 1, titles printed in red & black, 100 engraved plates only by Wenceslaus Hollar (of 120), some reinforced at hinges, occasional contemporary manuscript side-notes, some finger-soiling, modern half calf, corners rubbed, spines gilt with black morocco labels, [Wing D2483-5-6], folio, Richard Hodgkinsonne, 1655-61-73; sold not subject to return.⁂ The Monasticon Anglicanum revealed the importance of charters as sources for the study of medieval history, and 'established for the first time since the Reformation the importance of monasteries and the scale of their territorial possessions' (ODNB).
English ownership.- Bible, Latin.- Biblia sacra, double column, title and large woodcut criblé printer's device within woodcut architectural border, 2 full-page woodcut illustrations (Creation and Tree of Jesse), woodcut decorative initials, final verso with full-page woodcut criblé Kerver device, early ink marginalia in Latin and English, sig. v misbound after sig. x, water-stained, occasional spotting, lightly browned, front free endpaper detached, later endpapers, English 17th century blind-stamped panelled calf, spine in compartments and with later red morocco label (little chipped) and gilt place of publication and publication date, upper cover detached, spine ends little worn, corners worn, rubbed, [D&M 6113], 8vo, [Paris], [Yolande Bonhomme, widow of Thielman Kerver], [1534].⁂ A rare edition, with USTC recording only a handful of copies. Provenance: Thomas Woodall (late 16th / early 17th century ink inscription to lower margin of T3v); Robert Trail, 1832 (ink inscription to front free endpaper).
3 Medium/Large 20th century French white buttons.Here we have 4 vintage buttons from the 1930's including a realistic terrier dog head, cats in a basket on a basketweave textured background, a Camel and a non animal architectural scene example. Each one is quite detailed. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
1 Large 18th/19th C. under glass figural scene button.This button has been said by some to be from the 18th century and others have said 19th century. Whatever the case is, it is unusual and truly stunning, even more so in person. The scene under glass is a foil cutout and backed by a blue paint and depicting Venus and Cupid in a Neoclassical architectural setting. Copper rim and back. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Unless otherwise noted we find no significant condition concerns except for normal age related wear for the age of these items.
David Norman - A contemporary late 20th century watercolour print on paper. The scene depicting the Grand Canal, Venice with the Santa Maria della Salute Roman Catholic church in the foreground. David Norman in an ex architectural illustrator and his skills in perspective and draughtsmanship are beyond question. His watercolours can portray the boldest of colours or the most subtle sun bleached tones in the manner of Sir William Russell Flint. He favours little towns in France, Italy and Spain working from sketches completed on his travels. Framed & glazed. Measures 92cm x 92cm.
A late 19thC Hamburg Clock Company walnut cased mantel clock, circular brass dial with enamel chapter ring bearing Arabic numerals, fourteen day strike movement, the case of architectural form, with a brass St Mark's Lion to the casket shaped top, the casing with turned demi pilasters, raised on a stepped rectangular base, on bun feet, with pendulum, no key, 25cm high, 26cm wide.
A late 19thC Hamburg Clock Company walnut cased mantel clock, circular brass dial with enamel chapter ring bearing Roman numerals, fourteen day strike movement, the case of architectural form, with a domed pediment, the case with carved spandrels and turned demi pilasters, raised on bracket feet, with pendulum, no key, 37cm high, 25.5cm wide.
Black marble mantel clock, enamelled chapter-ring, visible escapement, French eight-day cylinder movement, signed, but concealed by sixth bell, plain architectural casing, slight breakfront form, 38cm. Description amended 15.33, 22/09/23 Condition report:This is not French, movement is by Hurt & Wray, Birmingham. Winds, ticks and strikes correctly but we haven't ran it for a long time to see about gain/loss, case is in good condition, dial cracked at 9. Additional images have been uploaded to the lot page on our website for you to view.
CHARLES-LOUIS CLERISSEAU (1722-1820)Caprice architectural avec figures,1781/1782 Paire d'aquarelles sur papier.Signée et datée en bas à droite 1781 pour la première.Signée et datée en bas à gauche 1782 pour la seconde.Paar aquarellen op papier.Gesigneerd en gedateerd rechtsonder 1781 voor de eerste.Gesigneerd en gedateerd linksonder 1782 voor de tweede.Pair of watercolours on paper.Signed and dated lower right 1781 for the first.Signed and dated lower left 1782 for the second.61 x 47 cm (2)Footnotes:Provenance : Collection privée Paris, dans la même famille depuis environ 1965.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Elément d'architecture en zinc. 19e siècleEn forme de borne, à décor de guirlandes de draps.Sur une base de forme carrée.(Manques et accidents).Architectonisch element in zink. 19e eeuw.Architectural element in zinc. 19th century.H.150 cmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A BLACK SLATE MANTEL CLOCK, the case of architectural form with inlaid black and green/blue marble bands and foliate details, chapter ring bearing Arabic numerals, runs and strikes on the half hours, no obvious makers marks to clock or movement, with key and pendulum, height 28cm x width 23cm x depth 13cm (1 + key + pendulum) (Condition Report: appears in good condition, some chips to case - especially on the top, runs and strikes)
AN ANSONIA BLACK SLATE AND MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK Crica 1900, of architectural form, the enamel dial with Roman numerals, the twin barrel movement signed Ansonia Clock Co, New York, Patented June 18 1882, with pendulum and key 33cm high, 33cm wide Condition: Condition Report The movement appears to wind and will run however will need a full service as striking irregular and movement will stop frequently. Environmental wear to teh back cov er, and wear to finish on metal frame of glass, This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
J.F. Michiels "Album von Köln"Die ersten Architektur-Photographien Deutschlands wurden ab 1853 von J.F. Michiels (1823-1887) gemacht und gelten bei Photohistorikern als außerordentlich bedeutende Meisterwerke der Photogeschichte. Der Ruhm von J.F. Michiels gründet sich auf seine frühen Photographien von Kölner Baudenkmälern. Kein Photograph hat ein eindrucksvolleres Portrait des im Bau befindlichen Doms geliefert als Michiels mit seiner ersten Aufnahme vom 29. Juni 1853. Nur acht dieser seltenen Original-Photographien sind in einzelnen Sammlungen erhalten geblieben. Konservatorische Gründe gestatten es jedoch nicht, diese frühen Photographien auszustellen, da fortwährender Tageslichteinfluß die Bilder zerstören würde. Um sie dennoch einem breiteren Kreis von Interessenten zugänglich zu machen, wurden zum 750-jährigen Dom-Jubiläum (1983) originalgetreue Reproduktionen (Format 29,5 x 38,5 cm) in einem patentierten Schweizer Spezialverfahren hergestellt. Das Großformat der Originale (50 x 40 cm) macht deutlich, welche charaktervollen Beispiele mittelalterlicher Architektur die Stadt Köln beherbergt. Das Gesamtwerk wurde künstlerisch hervorragend gestaltet und in einem neuen aufwendigen rasterlosen Farbdruckverfahren in der Schweiz produziert. Für Wissenschaftler, Sammler und Kenner photo- und kunstgeschichtlicher Literatur ist es ein begehrtes Sammlerobjekt und ein unersetzlicher Schatz in ihrer Bibliothek! Jedes Einzelblatt eignet sich hervorragend als dekorativer Wandschmuck! Als erst- und einmalige Ausgabe wurden nur 750 numerierte Exemplare hergestellt. Start Price: EUR 60 Zustand: (1-2/-)Reproduction of J.F. Michiels "Album von Köln"29.5 x 38.5 cm, faithful reproduction of J.F. Michiels’ celebrated images of Cologne cathedral, from a limited edition of 750 numbered copies for the 750th anniversary of the cathedral in 1983, produced using a patented Swiss screenless color printing process. - Note: The first architectural photographs in Germany were taken in 1853 by J.F. Michiels (1823-1887) and are regarded by historians as important masterpieces of photographic history. No photographer provided a more impressive portrait of the cathedral under construction than Michiels did with his first photograph taken on 29 June 1853. Only eight of these rare original photographs are thought to have survived in individual collections and these are rarely exhibited as continuous exposure to light would damage them. Start Price: EUR 60 Condition: (1-2/-)
TAKAHASHI HOUN: AN IMPORTANT WOOD NETSUKE OF A MYTHICAL ELEPHANTBy Takahashi Houn (Hogen Houn, 1810-1854), signed Houn 鳳雲Japan, c. 1850, Edo period (1615-1868)Published:Joly, Henri L. (1912) The W. L. Behrens Collection, Part 1, Netsuke, no. 5327 and illustrated on pl. LXIX.Hurtig, Bernard (1973) Masterpieces of Netsuke Art: One Thousand Favorites of Leading Collectors, p. 211, no. 891.Bandini (1977) Values and Record prices, Part II in Journal of the International Netsuke Collectors' Society, 5 /3, p. 20, listed as joint 5th most expensive netsuke at auction in that year.Meinertzhagen, Frederick / Lazarnick, George (1986) MCI, Part A, p. 200.La Gazette Drouot, no. 21, 27 May 2011 p. 177.D. Wright's report of the Wrangham sale in International Netsuke Society Journal, 31/2, p. 35, discussed and illustrated.G. Wilhelm's report of the same in Bulletin Association Franco-Japonaise, no. 110, pages unnumbered, discussed and illustrated.Exhibited:Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, Inro. An exhibition of Japanese Inro from the collection of E.A. Wrangham, October-November 1972, no. 34.Finely carved, the elephant-like animal reclining with its head turned back, the movement producing folds throughout the body and neck, the mouth slightly opened smiling benevolently, with large wrinkly ears and trunk, the trunk curling around one of the long tusks which rest against the mythical animal's body, forming a compact composition. The underside with generously excavated himotoshi and the signature in Tensho characters HOUN.Takahashi Houn was a pupil of Kokei (lot no. 186) and worked in Edo (Tokyo), where he was awarded the title Hogen for his carving of Buddhist images. He was highly respected during his lifetime, carving the 500 Rakan (fig.1.) for the Kamakura temple. Furthermore, he was the master of Takamura Toun, a highly respected carver of Buddhist wood figures and master of the celebrated artist Takamura Koun (1852-1934), for an example of the latter's work see fig. 2.Only very few netsuke are recorded by Takahashi Houn and this is the only illustrated netsuke by the carver in literature. The reason is likely that he focused his attention on carving larger scale Buddhist images commissioned by various temples. The unique treatment of material and subject clearly show the roots of this celebrated carver, the present carving really being more a Buddhist sculpture rather than a netsuke, akin to the highest-level Kamakura carvings, though in miniature form.LENGTH 4.7 cmCondition: Very good condition, few light surface scratches.Provenance Ex-collection W. L. Behrens (1861-1913). Sold at Glendining's, London, 1-8 December 1913. Glendining's, London, November 1931. Anonymous sale, Sotheby's London, 11 January 1965, lot 93, purchased by Edward A. Wrangham. Sold at the latter's second sale, Bonhams London, 10 May 2011, lot 90 (sold for GBP 19,200). French private collection, acquired from the above reputedly in competition with Edward 'Ned' Johnson III.The elephant-like mythical being depicted in this netsuke is by no means an ordinary elephant, but rather a religious creature frequently depicted in early Buddhist art or a baku (nightmare-devouring creature). The wrinkly body and trunk, long tusks, and smiling attitude bear an uncanny resemblance to the famous imaginary elephants (sozo-no-zo) from the Nikko Tosho-gu. This type of elephant was also frequently depicted in Buddhist art as the familiar of Fugen Bosatsu or on various architectural elements depicting baku.Museum comparison:Compare a related wood figure of The Eleven-Headed Kannon, by Takahashi Houn, in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.
[ARCHITECTURE] A collection of mounted architectural sketches, mainly Italian and Swiss details (approximately fifty-eight, average size 19cm x 11.5cm) and British topographical views (approximately twenty-nine, average size 14cm x 23cm), circa 1830s-40s, together with a small quantity of newspaper cuttings and correspondence, three albums, half leather gilt; also a hand-written diary of European travels, mainly descriptions of buildings and bridges, circa 1841-42, with some architectural sketches, approximately eighty-two pages, full calf, all volumes with bookplates for Robert W. Mylne, (4). Condition Report : Generally good condition. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting (where possible) any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
[ARCHITECTURE] A collection of approximately 119 mounted topographical and architectural sketches, circa 1840s, mainly Italian, Greek and Swiss, various sizes, the largest approximately 39cm x 29cm, three half leather folios. Condition Report : Folios rubbed; sketches in good condition. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting (where possible) any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition. Provenance: The family of Robert Mylne, by direct descent.
Postcards. Greater Manchester & High Peak Derbyshire. An extensive collection arranged thematically in three modern albums: 1. Strines / Mellor / Rowarth. 2. New Mills / Birch Vale. 3. Hayfield / Lt. Hayfield. Approximately 700 postcards, early- to mid-20th century, including a good range of real photographic examples, topographical, architectural, people, theatrical, events, railways, sporting, leisure, and others
GRAHAM, DAN1942 Urbana/Illinois - 1922 New YorkTitel: Fun for Kids at my Work in a Park in Manhatten (für Parkett 68). Datierung: 2003. Technik: Pigmentdruck auf Hahnemühle.Darstellungsmaß: 33 x 42cm. Bezeichnung: Signiert und nummeriert. Herausgeber: Parkett-Verlag, Zürich (Hrsg.). Exemplar: 1/60. Rahmen: Rahmen. Zustand:Verso montiert. Ansonsten befindet sich die Arbeit in einem sehr guten Zustand.Mit Parkett-Magazin."I think I am experiencing my second childhood through my two-way mirror work. I've never read Lacan, but I feel my work involves the Lacanian 'mirror stage' of childhood, when the young child first experiences his/her sense or non-sense of an ego. I know that through my art I make new friends, which I barely had as a child. And through my 'hobbies' of rock music, architectural tourism and travel, I stay young. I know I am a child when I watch other Aries people (I am an Aries) behaving childishly, like me." Dan Graham interview with Carmen Rosenberg Miller, Parkett Nr. 68, 2003.Artikel zu Werk und Künstler aus Parkett Edition Nr. 68. Dan Graham USA Nachkriegskunst Fotografie 2000er Rahmen Kind / Kinder Druckgrafik Pigmentdruck SpielErläuterungen zum Katalog
STINGEL, RUDOLF1956 Meran, ItalienTitel: RS (für Parkett 77). Datierung: 2006. Technik: Siegelring, 18 Karat Gold, in Schmuckschatulle.Darstellungsmaß: 2,5cm. Blattmaß: 2cm. Bezeichnung: Monogrammiert und nummeriert. Herausgeber: Parkett-Verlag, Zürich (Hrsg.). Exemplar: IX/16. Zustand:Minimalste Kratzspuren. Fingerabdrücke. Ansonsten befindet sich das Objekt in einem sehr guten Zustand.Produziert vom Juwelier Markus Frühauf, Meran.Mit Parkett-Magazin."In most cases, however, Stingel's works are both medium and membrane in one. They are skin. They record traces of use - of being walked on, of tearing, of flaking. As permeable membranes, they mark and 'regulate' the locus of border and transition in spatio-physical terms (between wall and picture, floor and covering, painting and sculpture, architectural and institutional space), and in temporal-economical terms (between that which produces and that which consumes)." Jörg Heiser, Parkett Nr. 77, 2006.Artikel zu Werk und Künstler aus Parkett Edition Nr. 77. Rudolf Stingel Nachkriegskunst Multiples 2000er Multiple GoldErläuterungen zum Katalog
MEHRETU, JULIE1970 Addis Abeba/ÄthiopienTitel: Ohne Titel (für Parkett 76). Datierung: 2006. Technik: Farbradierung. Somerset (Wasserzeichen)Maße: 40,5 x 50 x 59 x 71,5cm. Bezeichnung: Signiert, datiert und nummeriert. Herausgeber: Parkett-Verlag, Zürich (Hrsg.). Exemplar: 2/60. Sockel/Rahmen: Rahmen. Zustand:Verso montiert. Ansonsten befindet sich die Druckgrafik in sehr gutem Zustand.Mit Parkett-Magazin."As ever, architectural and urban planning designs still form the undercurrent and starting point of her paintings. The artist deploys a wide range of drawings that she finds in a variety of sources. She constantly alternates between different types of architectural drawings - elevations, plans, and perspectival drawings. The result is a complex aesthetic warp and weft. The plans she uses are of buildings and structures that have immense social, political, and cultural significance as architectural systems and infrastructures that shape our everyday lives: places such as airports, urban spaces, sports fields or churches, where large numbers of people congregate." Madeleine Schuppli, Parkett Nr. 76, 2006.Artikel zu Werk und Künstler aus Parkett Edition Nr. 76. Julie Mehretu USA Figurative Kunst Zeitgenössische Kunst Grafik 2000er Rahmen Farbe Druckgrafik Radierung AbstraktErläuterungen zum Katalog
SOSNOWSKA, MONIKA1972 Ryki/PolenTitel: Fly Repellent (für Parkett 91). Datierung: 2012. Technik: Zwei Plastiktüten, Draht, Elektromotor, Kabel. Maße: 60 x 59,5 x 59,5cm. Bezeichnung: Signiert und nummeriert auf beiliegendem Zertifikat. Herausgeber: Parkett-Verlag, Zürich (Hrsg.). Exemplar: 1/35. Zustand:Das Klebeband am Motor ist klebrig. Ansonsten sehr guter Zustand. Das Werk ist voll funktionsfähig.Mit beiliegendem Zertifikat. Mit Parkett-Magazin."Monika Sosnowska has constructed an autonomous language of sculpture out of a catalogue of abstract forms, but it is the imprint of the real that provides the tension within her objects and installations. The shapes her works take are always rooted in motifs drawn from existing buildings or architectural details, with their own nexus of meanings." Joanna Mytkowska, Parkett Nr. 91, 2012.Artikel zu Werk und Künstler aus Parkett Edition Nr. 91. Monika Sosnowska Polen Zeitgenössische Kunst Multiples 2010er Abstrakt Multiple Mischtechnik MonochromErläuterungen zum Katalog

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