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Capturing timeless elegance, a woman in a gray dress stands gracefully at a prepared table adorned with two lit candles. She wears a pearl necklace and a white headscarf, her hands raised in a moment of serene beauty. Moshe Yakov backstamp. Dimensions: 4.25"L x 4"W x 10"HCondition: Age related wear.
Francisco Gomez de Valencia (Granada 1657 - Mexico, first half of the 18th century)"Memento Mori"Oil on burlap. Signed and dated 1681 on the back.140 x 107 cm.An exquisite depiction of the transience of existence, painted by Francisco Gómez de Valencia and dated 1681 on the back of the canvas: "Franc• Gomez fat. año [year] 1681".This Spanish Baroque painter, born in Granada in 1657, was the son of the painter Felipe Gómez de Valencia and followed his father's style as a member of the family workshop, one of the most active Granada workshops in the second half of the 17th century, influenced, like many others of the period, by Alonso Cano, "el Racionero" who was artistically dominant at the time.In 1679, his father passed away, and he took over the workshop until at least 1685, the date of the last documented appearance of the painter in Granada. The oil painting we have here for auction dates from this period.Professors Gloria Espinosa and María Teresa Suárez, in a recent and highly interesting article (2023) in which they reveal new documentary sources about the artist's biography and a previously unknown canvas, conclude that "Francisco Gómez de Valencia must have arrived in Mexico around 1687" and not in 1699, as previously thought in other studies. The painter, after three undocumented years, reappears in 1688 in Mexico City, in a document which reports on his genealogy, previously unknown until the publication of said article. Further information provided by Espinosa and Suárez regarding the Granadan painter is from 1693 when he was appointed Family of the Holy Inquisition, a position that provided economic stability, "in addition to the promotion and social prestige he desired," reasons why he is likely to have left his home town. The last piece of information about Gómez de Valencia, also in New Spain, dates back to 1711 where his delicate health at the age of 54 is documented.Of his probable extensive production, eleven canvases are currently kept in the Museum of Fine Arts of Granada —among them, the "Virgin of Sorrows" and the "Lamentation before Dead Christ," with clear influences from his father, from Flemish painters, and "el Racionero" — and the "Assumption of the Virgin" in the National Museum of San Carlos, Mexico. In addition, we would like to highlight the "Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple," attributed by Raquel Prados in 1999, and another artwork which was unknown until last year when Espinosa and Suárez brought it to light. It is an "Ascension of Christ," which is reproduced in the aforementioned article, and is kept in the National Center for Conservation and Registration of Movable Artistic Heritage of Mexico, where, along with more than five hundred paintings, it had remained shut up in the so-called 'Pandora's Box' for almost half a century. For more information, please refer to the article, which we cite in the bibliography.To these two canvases, we now add the "Memento Mori" presented in this auction, further enriching a catalog that surely has much more to discover. It is essential to note that our painting is dated, unlike most of his corpus, allowing us to place it with total certainty in Granada, as in 1681, as Raquel Prados reports, he "resided in Placeta de Chavarría with his mother, brothers, and Ana de Valencia, his wife." By that time, in fact, our painter had already taken over the family workshop two years earlier and had taken on the commissions that Felipe Gómez de Valencia had left behind orphaned.In this painting we can appreciate the sense of sweetness in colours and an ease in drawing that he inherited from his father. With delicate strokes, he captures a baroque, theatrical scene, almost like a meditation from cell in a convent, in a still life, indoor setting.The human soul or guardian angel reminds a repentant knight of the transience of life, emphasising the vanity of existence. In a room with a bed and canopy, the praying figure is led by the song of the angel, who hints with a pointing hand that nature decomposes, but that the soul can be immortal; it shows him a still life full of symbols: at the centre a skull or skeleton shines, a "memento mori," a reminder that death is inevitable; an hourglass reminds him of the passage of time; it rests on a book, which traditionally alludes to excessive pride in learning. But everything passes.And after these, other objects allude hopefully to the afterlife. The painting has a moralistic message that encourages the viewer to consider their own mortality and how they live their life. This still life compares the vain nature of mortal life with the possibility of eternal life. The Cross is presented as the purpose of his commitment, as well as the rosary that will allow him to live in prayer, and the whip hanging from the table, inviting him to live in penance and mortification.It seems that the painter is devoted to the Virgin Mary, whom he places above, being crowned as Queen and Lady by the Holy Trinity.To conclude, this serene painting does not suggest decay or sadness but carries a legacy of hopeful aspirations beyond life itself. Reference bibliography:- Espinosa Spínola, Gloria y Suárez Molina, María Teresa. (2023). Francisco Gómez de Valencia, un pintor del siglo XVII entre Granada y México. “Boletín de Arte-UMA”, n.º 44, Departamento de Historia del Arte, Universidad de Málaga, pp. 75-85. https://dx.doi.org/10.24310/ba.44.2023.16195- Prados, Raquel. (1999). Un lienzo inédito de Francisco Gómez de Valencia. “Cuadernos De Arte De La Universidad De Granada”, 30, 303–310. https://revistaseug.ugr.es/index.php/caug/article/view/9101
Early Victorian figured mahogany dressing table mirror, arched moulded frame supported by moulded and scroll carved horns, moulded platform on scrolled foliage carved feetCondition Report:The mirror leans as there is not enough pressure to keep it upright and adjustable.
Early 20th century table canteen retailed by A. Steel & Co. Whitley Bay, containing a part set of Community Plate 'Georgian' design cutlery, including ten teaspoons, carving set, six table knives, six dessert knives, twelve tea knives, six tablespoons, four dessert spoons, twelve soup spoons, six fruit forks, eight fruit knives, plus extras, and some matched flatware, in mahogany canteen fitted with two cock-beaded drawers, on square tapering supports with spade feet, H78cm, D50cm, W74cm
Set of six cased silver teaspoons by William Suckling Ltd, Birmingham, 1938, three-piece silver cruet, matching set of silver plated kings pattern cutlery including twelve table knives & eleven dessert knives with silver handles by Mappin & Webb, Sheffield 1927, three-piece silver-plated tea set etc Condition Report:Approx silver weight 2.7 ozt (83.9 grams) (excluding knives)
Victorian silver foliate engraved curved oblong snuffbox, hallmarked Birmingham 1899, L7cm, and an Edwardian silver dressing table ring box, hallmarked Chester 1909, L13cm(2)Condition Report:Snuff box in good condition, ring box with some dents and dings to the cover and the cover does not sit flush
Voyages.- [Prevost (Abbé) and others.] Histoire Générale des Voyages ou Nouvelle Collection de toutes les Relations de Voyages par Mer et par Terre..., 19 vol. only (of 20), some with half-titles, titles printed in red and black, engraved portrait frontispiece, c.555 engraved maps, plans and plates, many double-page or folding, folding letterpress table to vol. 13, bookplate of the Rev. F. Hutcheson with ownership inscription "F. Hutcheson 1776" to titles, vol. 1 with one folding map chipped at edges and loosely inserted and rear free endpapers torn and frayed, vol. 6 large folding map with 2 short tears without loss, vol. 18 title with imprint trimmed and laid down, vol. 19 worm trace to fore-margin towards end, a few folding plates creased or little chipped at margins, occasional spotting or light browning, occasional light soiling or damp-staining, but in general very good copies, contemporary mottled calf, spines gilt in compartments and with morocco labels (some chipped), some worming to joints, rubbed and worn in places, [Hill 1391; Sabin 65402], 4to, Paris [vol. 17 Amsterdam], Didot [and others], 1746-1770; sold not subject to return. *** "An important and scarce collection" (Hill) including voyages to Africa, China, India, the Americas and elsewhere. Volumes 1-7 are a translation of Green’s A new general collection of voyages and travels, first published in 1745, and the Abbé Provost compiled volumes 8-15. Volume 16 is the general index for the work, and volume 17 (Amsterdam, Arkestée et Merkus) gives the account of the Dutch East Indies, taken from the edition printed at La Haye. Volumes 18, 19 and 20 (the last not present in this set, as often), published in 1768, 1770 and 1789 respectively, are a continuation of the work by MM. Querlon and De Surgy.
South America.- Wallace (Alfred Russel) A Narrative of Travels on the Amazon and Rio Negro, first edition, linen-backed colour lithograph frontispiece, 8 linen-backed lithographs, lacking folding letterpress table of vocabulary and advertisements at end, ex-Manchester Subscription Library with occasional discreet ink-stamps, faint abrasion mark to title, occasional faint marginal finger-soiling, one or two marginal pencil marks, new endpapers, contemporary half-calf, a little rubbed, slight bumping to corners and extremities, 8vo, 1853. *** A scarce first edition of Wallace's earliest work, which made his reputation. This work is all the more remarkable given that the majority of Wallace's notes and drawings from this expedition were lost in a cargo fire whilst returning to England.
Africa.- Livingstone (David) Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa, first edition, first issue, folding tinted lithograph frontispiece, engraved portrait, 2 tinted lithographs (one with marginal water-staining), 20 wood engraved plates, illustrations, 2 folding maps (1 in pocket at end), one folding table, 8pp. publisher's advertisements dated 'November 1, 1857' at end, scattered spotting, neat repairs and strengthening to hinges, original cloth, bumping to corners and extremities, neat repairs and restoration to spine ends, [Hosken p.126], 8vo, 1857. *** There is some confusion over which variant is the first edition, first issue. This copy matches the precedence given by Gaston Renard with the lithographs by W. West facing pp.66 and 225.
Africa.- Stanley (Henry Morton) In Darkest Africa, 2 vol., first edition, frontispieces, plates, 3 maps only (of 4), of which 2 folding, one with tear and tape repair verso, folding table at end vol. 2, scattered spotting, occasional marginal water-staining, vol. 1 lacking final free endpaper, original pictorial cloth, rubbed, bumping to corners and extremities, [Hosken p.189], 1890 § Murray (Hugh) Historical Account of Discoveries and Travels in Africa, 2 vol., second edition, 7 engraved maps (3 folding), spotting, off-setting, vol. 2 with occasional water-staining, bookplates, contemporary calf, vol. 2 rebacked retaining original backstrip, a little rubbed, 1818 § Burrows (Captain Guy) The Curse of Central Africa, second impression, half-title, frontispiece, title in red and black, plates and illustrations, one folding map, 18pp. advertisements at end, scattered spotting, one or two faint marginal pencil notes, original cloth, rubbed, bumping to corners and extremities, fading to spine [Hosken p.33], 1903; and 3 others, Africa, 8vo (8).
Spain.- Espinosa de los Monteros (Pablo) [Primera (-Segunda) Parte de la historia antiguedades y grandezas de la muy noble y muy leal Ciudad de Sevilla], first edition, 2 parts in 1 vol., title for vol. 2 only bound at beginning (woodcut device to title & trimmed affecting 'Primera Parte' in manuscript at head), lacking title to vol. 1 & *2 and vol. 2 lacking 4pp. table at end, *1-6 misbound (vol. 1), closely trimmed throughout occasionally affecting headlines, catch-words, signatures or side-notes, water-staining throughout, small holes or loss occasionally affecting text, many ff. with neat old repairs (most marginal), 11 ff. with repairs and missing text supplied in neat manuscript, lacking 12 ff. now supplied in manuscript in a neat hand, occasional manuscript notes in a different hand, spotting, nineteenth-century calf-backed boards, a little rubbed, bumping to corners and extremities, 4to, Seville, Matias Clavijo & Juan de Cabrera, 1627-30; sold not subject to return *** Scarce in retail. The last copy we can find at auction sold in 1977. Though still important, this history of Seville is not accurate as the author included many myths and legends that related to the city.
World.- odd volumes.- Cook (Captain James) & Captain James King. A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean ... for making Discoveries in the Northern Hemisphere, vol. 3 only (of 3), 5 engraved maps only (of 6), including map of Hawaii, one folding, one folding table, trimmed at foot just touching text, faint off-setting, scattered spotting, contemporary half-calf, rebacked, a little rubbed, 1784 § Middleton (Charles Theodore) A New and Complete System of Geography. containing a full, accurate, authentic and interesting Account and Description of Europe, Asia, Africa, and America, vol. 2 only (of 2), title in red and black, 43 engraved plates, 13 engraved maps (one folding), list of subscriber's bound at end, occasional water-staining (mostly marginal), occasional chipping and small loss to edges, scattered spotting, contemporary reverse calf, upper cover and front free endpaper detached, cracked lower joint, rubbed and worn, bumping to corners and extremities, 1778 § Payne (John) Universal Geography, formed into a new and entire System; describing Asia, Africa, Europe, and America, vol. 3 only (of 3), hand-coloured frontispiece, 22 engraved plates, 7 hand-coloured maps (one folding, with tears and small loss), previous owner's ink signature to title, 2G2 with large loss affecting text, spotting and staining, one or two marginal tears, previous owner's ink notes to front free endpapers, contemporary calf, rubbed, and worn, small loss to upper cover, bumping to corners and extremities, Dublin, 1809; 4to & folio (3); sold as a collection of plates and maps, not for return.
China.- Le Comte (Louis) Memoirs and Observations ... Made in a late Journey Through the Empire of China, third edition, engraved portrait frontispiece, 3 engraved plates (2 folding), 1 folding table, engraved illustrations, lacking folding engraved map, scattered spotting and staining, trimmed occasionally affecting signature of catch-word, previous owner's ink signature to title and frontispiece verso, lacking final free endpapers, later panelled calf, upper cover detached, rubbed, small loss to lower board, bumping to corners and extremities, [Wing L833], 8vo, for Benjamin Tooke, 1699.
A Regency figured mahogany mantel timepiece with eight day single fusee movement, the backplate signed 'Grimalde & Johnson 431 Strand London', the circular enamelled dial with black Roman hour numerals, the arched case with applied gilt brass lyre and anthemion decoration above ebonized stringing, on a plinth base and brass ball feet, height 19.5cm, with pendulum. Note: Grimalde & Johnson are recorded London clockmakers who were in partnership between 1809 and 1825. They are best known for their small ebonized table clocks, made in limited numbers.
Y A CONTEMPORARY INDIAN ROSEWOOD, GILT METAL, DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL DRESSING TABLE SET Comprising a rectangular tray with bark effect gilt metal handles and bun feet, scrolled wire detail to the corners with diamond accents, together with three gilt metal bowls, the rosewood covers with cultured pearl finials and diamond accents, and three similar scent bottles Tray 56cm With a white leather box and outer card packagingROSEWOOD This lot is subject to CITES export/import restrictions. The lot can only be shipped within the United Kingdom or picked up from our Donnington Priory saleroom in person. Please Refer to 'IMPORTANT INFORMATION' Symbols Glossary for more information. Prospective bidders are advised that most countries prohibit the importation of lots containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to comply with all Export/Import regulations and potential bidders are strongly recommended to check with their shipping agent as to any such regulations that may apply to any lot. Dreweatts are not shippers and are unable to offer any advice regarding such regulations outside the United Kingdom.
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING The pear cut sapphire estimated to weigh 3.17 carats claw set within a surround of marquise cut diamonds, approximately 1.92 carats total, to trifurcated wire shoulders, the shank with sizing beads, unmarked Size/dimensions: finger size approximately Q Gross weight: 11 grams Condition Report: Sapphire measuring approximately 12.5 x 9.18mm x 3.84mm There are replaced claws, the shank has been sized, but has a slight splitting to one of the seams, some of the supports below the cluster are not joined to the base- appears to be from the ring size being made larger, one support missing. The sapphire is bright and lively, there is a crystal inclusion under the table, some nicks and nibbles to the facet edges. The diamonds are bright and lively, some slight variation in colour and clarity, colour mostly I-K, clarity mostly Vs, one stone has a slightly milky appearance. Condition Report Disclaimer
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND CLUSTER DRESS RING The step cut emerald with canted corners estimated to weigh 7.15 carats, with tapered baguette cut diamonds in fan shaped channel settings, with graduated brilliant cut diamond borders, approximately 2.42 carats total, the shank stamped CASCIALU 750 with Italian control mark 312ROMA, to a tapered reeded shank Size/dimensions: finger size M 1/2 Gross weight: 16.2 grams Condition Report: The emerald measuring approximately 11.8mm x 10.3mm x 8.5mm, typical inclusions, but a bright stone, a couple of nicks to the table facet edge. The ring has some light wear, surface scuffs. The diamonds are all present and correct, bright and lively, colour mostly H-J, clarity mostly VS-SI.Condition Report Disclaimer
A SILVER GILT AND ENAMELLED COMMEMORATIVE TABLE BELL STUART DEVLIN, LONDON 1973, NO. 27 Commemorating the marriage of H. R. H. Princess Anne to Captain Mark Phillips 14.11.73, with a textured body to an enamelled leaf and floral terminal 22cm (8 3/4in) high 329g (10.55 oz) gross With a Stuart Devlin box
AN AQUAMARINE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING The cushion cut aquamarine estimated to weigh 34.17 carats in claw settings to the corners, to tapered baguette cut diamond set shoulders, approximately 0.72 carats total, the shank with sizing beads, lasered 750 with partial hallmark and KPd maker's mark Size/dimensions: finger size approximately K Gross weight: 19.9 grams Condition Report: Aquamarine 24mm x 18.17mm x 13mm. The aquamarine has a couple of scratches to the surface of the table that are visible with the naked eye, there are also some small chips and nicks to the crown and table, however this does not effect the transparency of the stone. The aquamarine slightly moves in the setting when manipulated, but doesn't shake in the setting when held. The diamonds are bright and lively, present and correct. There is some abrasion to the setting commensurate with use, particularly to the back of the shank, some knocks and dinks as well as scuffing. There are two sizing beads to the inside of the shank. Partial UK hallmark for 18ct white gold Please note that the maker's mark should read KPJCondition Report Disclaimer
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