A NAPOLEON III BRONZE LACQUERED METAL SCULPTURE OF CERES, 1850-1875, nicely cast and wearing a diadem of wheat stalks above a billowing cloak, over a corseted torso and apron strung dress suspending a scythe while holding aloft a sheave of wheat, striding on a circular stylized groundwork base and raised on a conforming scalloped plinth, centering clusters of wheat stalks alternating oak leaf and acorn pendants over a waved apron on scrolling feet. Height: 30" Width: 10 1/2" Depth: 10 1/2" Provenance: Collection of Karen Mudd, Woodlands, Texas. Condition: Good restored condition with a few small spots of lacquer flaking, expected light surface buildup in crevices and lacking half her right hand thumb. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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A GROUP OF FIVE CHINESE AND SOUTHEAST ASIAN BUDDHISTIC AND HINDU ITEMS, 19TH/20TH CENTURY, each of diminutive size and possibly for a home altar, comprising a 19th century Qing Dynasty painted earthenware Buddhistic lion with grimacing expression, scrolling mane and tail while seated on a rectangular base, enclosing three yellow silk ribbon wrapped prayer scrolls, height: 5 3/4"; a Balinese gilt and colorfully painted carved wood figure of Garuda, height: 7 3/4"; a bronze Hindu standing figure of the goddess Ganga wearing traditional attire and arms held out to side, height: 4"; two antique Tibetan/Nepalese brass, copper, silver, and steel mounted stiff animal hide tinder/flint pouches "chuckmucks," each with brass suspension loops or handle and one with a pierced floral silver mounted flap above a curved brass X's band and conforming steel blade striker, length: 4 1/4"; one with a pierced brass mounted flap of overlapping scrolled panels flanking a stylized Taotie mask over curved brass X's band and steel blade striker, length: 5". Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas. Condition: The Buddhistic lion is in good antique condition with patches of surface paint loss, expected small nicks/chips along base, normal surface buildup including candle smoke, the ribbon wrapped scrolls were not opened and look to be at least vintage if not antique; the Balinese Garuda has small chips on wingtips, shrinkage cracks, and normal surface wear with buildup; the bronze Ganga figure is in good shape with expected light wear and surface buildup with darkening in crevices throughout; the two "chuckmucks" are in good antique condition with normal surface wear, dings, small bent areas, and polish residue throughout. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
LUCIEN CHARLES EDOUARD ALLIOT (French 1877-1967) A BRONZE, "Art Nouveau Beauty with Lychee Fruit and Leaves," cold painted bronze on a verde antico marble plinth with nameplate, signed in bronze "L. Alliot," on base. Height: 22 1/2" Diameter: 10" Condition: Some expected dust, debris, minor surface wear, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A DIRECTOIRE STYLE BRONZE MOUNTED CHERRY BUREAU PLAT, BY FELIX MONGE, PARIS, 20TH CENTURY, the rectangular top centering an inset gilt tooled black leather writing surface within a conforming border and bronze encadrement, above a central paneled long drawer with bow ribbon tied laurel leaf swags and shield cast escutcheon, flanked by matching paired short drawers within side engine turned reeded panels and pocket slide pull panels, over circular polished bronze capitals on tapering fluted legs ending in conforming sabots, interior of top right drawer with printed and inscribed Monge paper label, includes one key. Height: 30 1/2" Width: 63" Depth: 31 1/2" Provenance: From the Estate of William Woodford, Houston, Texas. Condition: Good condition with expected normal wear throughout, leather top is gently worn and gilt tooling rubbed, light surface marks and scratches, dings, dulled areas on bronze mounts, some fading, small repairs and surface buildup in crevices. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A MID-CENTURY MODERN PAINTED PLASTER HARLEQUIN LAMP, BY THE MARBRO CO.,1950s, modeled as a cocky smiling youth wearing his traditional cap, mask, and tight fitting buttoned attire with crossed arms and legs a stance on a square form base, fitted for electricity. Height: 30 1/2" Width: 10" Depth: 8 3/4" Note: This mid-century Harlequin cast plaster lamp is modeled after the original sculpture "Arlequin" by Charles René St. Marceaux (French 1845-1915). A similar bronze "Arlequin" sculpture by Alfred Pierre Richard (French 1844-1884) can be found in this sale as lot 529. Condition: Good condition and repainted, chips on tips of hat, tip of slipper, base edges, repairs, restorations, and normal surface buildup throughout. Original wiring needs replacing. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
DONALD EDWARD SHAW (American 1934-2015) A SCULPTURE, "Sun and Moon in Landscape," steel, brass and bronze. Height: 26 3/4" Width: 24 1/4" Depth: 4 3/8" Provenance: Personal Collection of Nora Grossman, Houston, Texas. Condition: Minor expected dust and surface wear, but overall in very good condition, unsigned, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
JUDITH LA SCOLA (American b. 1955) A GROUP OF THREE SCULPTURES, "Three Joyful Wreaths," CIRCA 2006, sandblasted and painted glass on bronze bases. Height: 8" Width: 8" Depth: 2 5/8" Provenance: Personal Collection of Nora Grossman, Houston, Texas. Condition: Mild dust but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
AN ENGLISH ORMOLU MOUNTED AND MARQUETRY INLAID MAHOGANY BONHEUR DU JOUR, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, in the Louis XVI taste with a "D" form reticulated gallery of continuous stylized hearts above a conforming paneled frieze centering ribbon tied berried laurel branch mounts, over paired doors centering fruitwood blossoming stems and scrolling foliage within kingwood panels inlaid à quatre faces surrounded by tulipwood borders, each with a curling acanthus cast escutcheon and opening to a tulipwood lined single shelf interior, within exterior open single shelf side compartments enclosing a drapery swag and tassel modeled bronze and flanked by bow ribbon tied leafy floral pendants, above a rectangular top with matching woods and boxwood string inlay enclosed by gadrooned bronze trim, over three similarly inlaid drawers centering undulating foliate scroll detailed escutcheons within vine entwined cabochon cast encadrements, flanked by oval bow ribbon tied convex shields above vasiform carved capitals with gilt bronze ribbon tied laurel leaf swags, on tapering circular reeded legs ending in acanthus modeled collars and similarly detailed toupie feet joined by a serpentine "X" form stretcher centering a two handled bronze urn finial, includes one key. Height: 48 3/8" Width: 37" Depth: 17 3/4" Condition: Good condition with some expected surface buildup and wear on gilt bronze mounts, light marks, and small scratches around feet, dings, fading and the wood could use a good hand wax polishing. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LOUIS XVI STYLE MARBLE TOPPED AND BRONZE MOUNTED TULIPWOOD PARQUETRY SECRÉTAIRE À ABATTANT, POSSIBLY BY JOSEPH CREMER, 19TH CENTURY, the thick rectangular fleur de pêcher marble top with caveto trim and shaped corners above similar corners embellished with mounts cast as greek key and laurel branches surrounding an acanthus leaf, flanking a frieze drawer with two berried laurel wreath pulls on an entre lac mount, enclosing conforming panels inlaid à quatre faces alternating beaded florets, above an Oeben cube inlaid fall front door within green tinted striped string inlay continuing to greek key corners and framed by kingwood crossbanding, mounted with a nicely detailed oval beaded shield escutcheon flanked by ribbon tied fruiting cornucopias and scrolling acanthus stems issuing berried laurel branches, the cut steel and brass lock stamped "Duvivier Paris 77 FG St Antoine," opening to reveal an interior fitted with a later green velvet covered writing surface and various open compartments over chevron parquetry inlaid short drawers, over a molded bronze trim on a two door cabinet with each centering chevron parquetry inlay within kingwood crossbanding and bronze encadrements ending in shaped corners adjoining paterae mounts, each door mounted with ribbon tied laurel leaf swags and oval shield cast escutcheons, raised on a molding trimmed base with a shaped apron centering a berried acanthus and flat band mount, on a similarly inlaid tulipwood ground and continuing to block feet, some bronze mounts were removed to reveal verso initials 'JC," includes two keys. Height: 53 3/4" Width: 33 3/4" Depth: 15 1/4" Provenance: Private Collection of Jack and Brenda Hendlmyer, Houston, Texas. Condition: Good condition, restored long ago, darkened surface buildup, gilding rubbed throughout, normal chips and a few small veneer losses, light marks, scratches and general wear throughout. One small paterae mount on lower left side is lacking. The fall front door right side interior has some cracks where the bronze arch hinge slides into the case.This secretaire is solid in its construction utilizing traditional oak along with other woods (ie; walnut, mahogany, cedar) with dovetails, sunk slot screws, and animal glue. Except for the top escutcheon, the bronze mounts are attached from the inside with long threaded screws. The Duvivier locks throw twice locking or unlocking. The top lock is large with two steel teeth instead of the normal one. The upper secretary has double wood-lined sides while the back is not. The upper secretary encloses a separate conforming case fitted with the open compartments and four short drawers as well as the fall-front panel with brass slide hinges closing into the sides of the conforming case. There are two quarter-round wood blocks at top left and right that prevent the conforming case from being pulled from the upper body. Several bronzes were removed and revealed incised JC (possibly Joseph Cremer) on the reverse as well as several other effaced marks. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A PAIR OF VENETIAN STYLE GILT AND PATINATED BRONZE BLACKAMOOR SEVEN-LIGHT CANDELABRAS, 20TH CENTURY, the figure with large hoop earrings turns his head, looking upward with a grimace expression holding aloft a seven light torchière, in contrapposto on a grassy rocaille base with folded drape and ribbon-tied tapered plinth on ball feet. Height: 70" Diameter: 20" Condition: Some minor wear, patina, scratches, dust, debris, but overall in good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A CONTEMPORARY FIGURAL BRONZE AND GLASS CONSOLE TABLE, LATE 20TH CENTURY, the beveled rectangular glass top on a support cast as a nude man and woman standing with arched backs and holding their outstretched hands, on an oval stylized groundwork base raised on a conforming wood plinth with molded trim. Height: 33 1/2" Width: 54 7/8" Depth: 17 1/4" Provenance: Collection of Karen Mudd, Woodlands, Texas. Condition: Good condition with normal surface buildup in crevices and unsigned, otherwise no discernible issues. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A PHILIP AND KELVIN LAVERNE ENAMELED AND PATINATED BRONZE SIDE TABLE, "After Picasso," SIGNED, 1970s, the circular pewter plated and textured top centering an orange enameled kneeling figure opposite a black patinated figure with splotches of teal and mauve above a leaning bearded mask, signed "PHILIP & KELVIN LAVERNE / Après Picasso," on a cylindrical shaft mounted with shaped and pierced flanges raised on a conforming base, verso top original printed paper label "PhilipLaVerne Galleries Ltd. / WORKS of ART / 46 EAST 57th STREET, NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10022 / blue typed SHIP TO:," information. Height: 18" Diameter: 17 3/4" Note: Philip (1907-1987) and Kelvin (b. 1937) LaVerne, a remarkable father and son team whose talented work might be defined as artisan furniture yet this does not seem appropriate for the fine quality and originality of design, materials, and construction found in each of their tables, cabinets, and pedestals. Their use of bronze with various patinations, textures, and applications resulted from years of experimentation including burying bronze slabs in certain treated soils for lengthy periods. The "Après Picasso" side table offered here exhibits many of their talents successfully combined in a veritable sculptural ode to Picasso. Condition: Good condition with some normal light wear along base and expected surface buildup in areas throughout. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A RUSSIAN EMPIRE STYLE SIXTEEN-LIGHT GILT BRONZE CHANDELIER, 20TH CENTURY, with tall acanthus leaf and scrolling foliate cast panels set on a circular leaf tip detailed corona, mounted with cylindrical pins suspending reticulated heart and shell linked chains ending on a palmette tip and paterae modeled band topped by ribbon tied floral leaf wreath pendants alternating Athena masks wearing helmets with spread winged owl form finials, above long leaf collars and issuing acanthus wrapped branches ending in fluted cylindrical nozzles and circular bobèches, over a pierced deep bowl form shade of long tapering rounded panels centering conforming leafy stems with paired blooms ending on a pineapple cast tip. Height: 52" Diameter: 49 3/4" Condition: Good condition with negligible surface wear and light surface dust buildup throughout. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A QING DYNASTY GILT APRICOT GROUND SILK WOMEN'S SEMI FORMAL DOMESTIC SURCOAT ROBE, 1644-1912, the short collar trimmed in wide black ground bands of blue and white cherry blossoms on gilt couched thread "cracked ice" fretwork together enclosing a colorful silk picot jacquard and bullion thread lace passementerie trim, five rank badge medallions with mystical moth and peony with a variety of auspicious flower buds appear at the shoulders, chest, and waist, gilt bronze ball buttons close with the side, a wide band of auspicious colorful fowl and peony set among blue leaves enclose the wide flat sleeves, above a base of bubbling and rolling "lishui" celestial firmament waves partially concealing eight lucky symbols among large bobbing peony blooms, at center of the waves rises a mountain. Height: 44 1/2" Width: 55" Provenance: Private Collection, Galveston, Texas Condition: Some fading, lost buttons, repairs, collar yellow interior maybe later for stabilizing, patina of gilt threads. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
CLIVE BARKER (British b. 1940) A SCULPTURE, "Portrait of Francis Bacon," CIRCA 1978, bronze, artist stamp at base of neck. Height: 26" Width: 39" Depth: 39" Note: Depicting a full bronze sculpture taken from a life mask of the painter Francis Bacon under an umbrella, an object which frequently appears in Bacon's work. Clive Barker created six bronze and six plaster versions of a life mask of Francis Bacon. Both artists completed several portrait works of one another. There was a second edition of three further bronzes made. Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas. Condition: Tip of umbrella broken, apparent adhesive substance used previously to reattach, minor surface wear commensurate with age, generally in good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A FINE LOUIS XVI STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED TULIPWOOD AND VARIOUS WOODS INLAID MARQUETRY BED, SIGNED, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, the double arched crest rail centering a nicely cast and chased gilt bronze mount of a wavy bow ribbon entwined laurel leaf garland issuing a scrolling acanthus pendant, above the bombé headboard with shaped oval radiating star reserve within a ribbon tied berried laurel branch wreath and crossbanded border enclosed by à quatre face veneered panels, over a lower board with illegible fire branded signature, "H. Go...," flanked by fluted columnar sides surmounted by ripened pomegranate detailed finials and ending on circular oakleaf modeled collars, above side rails centering rectangular fluted marquetry detailed panels with leaf tip bronze trim and ending before the matching bombé footboard with similarly cast central pendant over beautiful marquetry, depicting a scrolling handled athenienne spewing puffy clouds and hung with a laurel leaf garland, flanked by blossoming vine entwined thyrsus staffs within a berried laurel branch wreath and enclosed by a quatre face inlay, flanked by fluted columnar sides surmounted by a curling tipped acanthus leaves domed finial, raised on fluted baluster form feet ending in leaf tip sabots. Height: 63" Width: 65 1/2" Depth 88 1/2" Condition: Good condition for antique French beds of this age, use and materials including but not limited to minor marks and small scratches throughout, age cracks, dry areas (needs a good waxing) slight fading from exposure and has been enlarged to fit a queen size mattress. Gilding on bronze is fairly bright and possibly re-gilt since original application. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A STUNNING REGENCY STYLE GILT BRONZE AND CRYSTAL BEADED CHANDELIER, EARLY 20TH CENTURY, with a circular leaf tip cast corona surmounted by nicely detailed flowering vasiform acanthus pendants above bow-tied ribbons suspending fruiting leafy garlands, over long graduated faceted bead strands flaring to two twist lappet panel modeled rings, centering a band of rectangular cut crystals topped by fruit cluster filled acanthus leaf wreath pendants suspending bow ribbon-tied fruiting swags, over ropes of tapering faceted crystal beads in bowl form and gathered at the center by a tiered circular bronze cap of lappet paneled and foliate detailed bands enclosing a berry and leaves cast pendant, enclosing an interior nickel chrome and aluminum twelve-light electrical fitting. Height: 41" Diameter: 27" Provenance: Private Collection, Galveston, Texas. Condition: Good condition with normal buildup in crevices throughout, light wear on some crystal beads and oxidized spots on some of the bronzes. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED AND MARBLE TOPPED TULIPWOOD WITH VARIOUS WOODS MARQUETRY COMMODE, BY J SARGUES, 20TH CENTURY, the serpentine rectangular Fleur de Pêcher marble top above bombé sides and front inlaid sans traverse with a blossoming cluster issuing swirling floral leafy stems in exotic and dyed woods, centering foliage and "C" scrolled rocaille bronze escutcheons flanked by nicely cast acanthus leaf and wilting flower stemmed handles, mounted on a shaped rectangular tulipwood inlaid panel enclosed by undulating acanthine modeled encadrements, topped by an asymmetrical stylized shell cartouche and ending as a reticulated pendant of sinuous curling rocaille detailed scrolls entwined with leafy vines set within kingwood crossbanding, flanked by conforming legs with pierced foliate cartouche gilt bronze mounted hips tapering to leafy chutes ending as curling tipped acanthus cast sabots, verso underside marque au feu, "J Sargues," and black ink stamped "MADE IN SPAIN," includes one key. Height: 34" Width: 47" Depth: 22" Condition: Good condition with some expected gilding wear and buildup on the bronzes, surface buildup throughout, a few small edge nicks and a small chip on right side lower drawer, normal light scuff marks and scratches from use scattered about, could use a good hand wax polishing. Marble is fine with some normal surface wear and buildup. Frame is sturdy, marquetry is beautifully inlaid and bronzes are nicely cast. Key works from lower drawer locking both. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
AN ITALIAN PROVINCIAL STYLE WALNUT SIDE TABLE, MID 20TH CENTURY, in the late Rococo taste and with a rectangular top above three frieze drawers centering circular bronze pulls over a serpentine apron and raised on elegant cabriole legs ending in trifid feet, verso "MADE IN ITALY," printed paper label. Height: 28" Width: 26" Depth: 16" Provenance: Personal Collection of Roy H. Van Horn, Houston, Texas. Condition: Good condition with normal light scuff marks and scratches towards feet, a few dings, edge nicks, wood shrinkage cracks, and expected surface buildup throughout. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LOUIS XVI STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED MAHOGANY PEDESTAL DESK, 20TH CENTURY, the rectangular top with inset gilt tooled leather writing surface within conforming panel frame and bronze molded trim, above a single long drawer with vitruvian scroll cast mounts centering a bronze lined keyhole and enclosed by leaf tip encadrements, flanked by fleur d'asperges inset fluted panels centering two deep short drawers with laurel wreath escutcheons and lion masks suspending foliate detailed swag handles enclosed by leaf tip encadrements, over two matching short drawers within side bow ribbon tied floral pendants above press reeded panels, opposite desk front with matching sham drawers and bronze decorations, raised on short tapering square form legs with laurel wreath and foliage bronzes ending before acanthine cast bulbous feet, includes one key. Height: 31" Width: 5' 11 3/4" Depth: 34 1/4" Provenance: Collection of Karen Mudd, Woodlands, Texas. Condition: Good condition with expected wear on leather writing surface, areas of gilding wear and discoloration, some loose mounts, normal marks, scratches, dings, edge nicks, and surface buildup throughout. Desk is heavy and sturdy. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
ALFRED PIERRE RICHARD (French 1844-1884) A BRONZE SCULPTURE, "Harlequin," nicely patinated and cast, signed lower left side "ARICHARD." Height: 24" Width: 9 1/4" Depth: 6 1/4" Provenance: Collection of Karen Mudd, Woodlands, Texas. Condition: Good condition and beautifully cast with nice details throughout as well as lovely brown patination shading from lighter brassy tones shading to areas of darker cocoa hues. Gilt buckles on the slippers and a black patinated mask. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE CARTEL CLOCK, MODERN, with a circular hinged and convex glass bezel opening to a white enamel dial enclosing blue Roman hour chapters and Arabic five minute numerals, centering pierced gilt brass hands over twin key escapements, verso brass clockworks stamped with oval "VE," and a pastille "MÉDAILLE D'ARGENT / VINCENTI & CIE / 1855," numbered "2920 / 9 2," pendulum numbered "2920," set within a shaped rectangular case surmounted by a two handled and lidded urn with guilloché banding over a Vitruvian scroll frieze decorated plinth flanked by two greek key arms, above ram's head topped corner pilasters ending in pinecone pendants and draped within Nemean lion pelt swags joined by a lion mask, over a conforming pierced pendulum compartment ending on a band of guttae and a stylized acanthus detailed device, includes one winding key. Height: 18" Width: 14" Depth: 5" Provenance: Lifelong Collection of Clocks and Antiques, Navasota, Texas. Condition: Good restored condition and re-gilt. Simpson Galleries does not guarantee any clock or timepiece mechanism. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
JAMES DRAKE (American/Texas b. 1946) A GROUP OF TWO SCULPTURES, "Shirt" AND "Shorts," CIRCA 2001, cast bronze, the shirt verso signed in bronze and dated, "James Drake 2001," height: 3 1/4", width: 23", depth: 18"; the shorts painted with blue wash and signed verso in black ink, "James Drake," height: 3", width: 16 3/4", depth: 12". Provenance: Personal Collection of Nora Grossman, Houston, Texas. Condition: Some dust and debris, minor expected rubbing and surface wear, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
AN ANTIQUE BRONZE MOUNTED WALNUT REGULATOR WALL CLOCK, POSSIBLY AUSTRIAN, CIRCA 1890, the arched shell crest over an applied maiden's mask flanked by turned finials, on a molded cornice with bead and disc banding, above foliate pressed bronze corner spandrels and a rectangular door centering an arched glass panel within side Corinthian fluted pilasters, opening to a rounded ring dial with black Arabic numerals and pierced steel hands on a recessed foliate engraved face with twin key escapements, suspending grille rods and engraved disc pendulum as well as two floral repoussé brass cylinder weights. Height: 53" Width: 17 1/2" Depth: 8" Provenance: Lifelong Collection of Clocks and Antiques, Navasota, Texas. Condition: Good condition with expected surface dust buildup, marks, small scratches, chips, dings, tarnished spots, losses, and general wear throughout. Simpson Galleries does not guarantee any timepiece or clock mechanism. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A PAIR OF OF NEO-GREC STYLE BRONZE URN LAMPS, LATE 20TH CENTURY, with rope twist handles flanking a floral band over a tapered body with low relief procession of Spartan warrior and tambourine clapping muses, raised on integral stepped square bases. Height: 35" Diameter: 19 1/2" Condition: In very good condition, wear commensurate with age and use. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
JUDITH LASCOLA (American b. 1955) A SCULPTURE, "Lidded Vessel," 2006, bronze and glass, signed and dated, engraved in black glass at base. Height: 7 3/4" Width: 7 3/4" Depth: 3" Provenance: Personal Collection of Nora Grossman, Houston, Texas. Condition: Some occasional chips throughout, and lid stopper has loosened from bronze mount, but overall in good condition, dust and wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LOUIS XVI REVIVAL GILT BRONZE AND MARBLE CLOCK, CLOCKWORKS BY FRITZ MARTI, FRENCH, CIRCA 1900, the gilt brass cylindrical case centering a convex glass and beaded bronze bezel, opening to a white enamel dial with black Arabic hour numerals and quarter hour numbers, enclosing painted floral festoons and reticulated gilt metal hands above twin key escapements, verso brass clockworks with stamped pastille "âœMÉDAILLE D'OR✠/ F. Marti / PARIS 1900," numbered "346 / 6 0," suspending a pendulum with an Apollo sun mask bob, over an exterior berried laurel wreath with branches pendant and surmounted by a stylized urn with scrolling foliate stems centering a blossoming finial, flanked by columnar supports with lambrequin trimmed caps and leafy finials, raised on conforming beaded socles and a stepped base enclosing a shell with strapwork mounted frieze, elevated on beaded toupie feet. Height: 17" Width: 9" Depth: 5 3/8" Condition: Good condition with normal surface buildup, some tiny edge nicks, convex glass is later as is the pendulum and brass clockworks are clean. No winding key. Simpson Galleries does not guarantee any clock or timepiece mechanism. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A RUSTIC FRENCH PROVINCIAL CHESTNUT BUFFET VASSELIER, 18TH/19TH CENTURIES, the tapering molded cornice above a two shelf open cabinet with balustrade galleries enclosed by undulating borders, raised on a conforming cabinet with two short drawers over paired doors partitioned by a fluted panel and opening to a single shelf interior, bronze handles, escutcheons, and hinges used throughout, includes one key. Height: 6' 6 1/2" Width: 51" Depth: 25" Condition: In rustic antique condition with age/shrinkage cracks, old repairs, bronze handles are replacements, restorations, chips, losses, surface abrasions, warping, refinished in not too distant past, interior cabinet base is replaced, drawers re-lined and legs shortened. It has been suggested that the top is associated. Both top and cabinet base are heavy but top should be secured to wall. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A GERMAN BAROQUE STYLE ORMOLU MOUNTED AND GREEN FAUX BOIS PAINTED CHEST OF DRAWERS, LATE 20TH CENTURY, the rounded rectangular and molded trim top centering a golden stenciled ring within four conforming stenciled panels, above three similarly decorated drawers, mounted with central stylized rocaille and curling acanthus gilt cast bronze escutcheons, flanked by shaped trellis and "C" scrolled bronze pulls over a conforming base raised on angled bracket feet, includes one key. Height: 30 1/2" Width: 46 3/4" Depth: 21 5/8" Condition: Good condition with normal light wear and "antiqued" paint finish throughout, faux worming, and some surface buildup in areas. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
A LARGE CONTEMPORARY ART GLASS BOWL ON STAND, SIGNED, of shallow circular form with bronze and silver foil backing on black ground, centering undulating free form bands interspersed throughout with fragments of black line peacock feather tips on bronze washed silver foil, on a milk chocolate painted ground and enclosed by a conforming border of uneven black graph style spikes, verso illegible silver ink cursive "E....," signature, including the custom blackened steel stand. Height: 3 7/8" Diameter: 28" Condition: Good condition with one tiny rim fleabite. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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