| Lot | Sale Price | ||
| 1201 |  |
USS TRIPPE DD 403 BRASS COMMISSIONING PLAQUE: From the quarterdeck of the USS Trippe, US Navy Destroyer DD 403 which was commissioned November 1, 1939 and served throughout World War II in the Atlantic, North Atlantic, Mediterranean and Pacific Theaters. Participating in the 1943 Solerno and 1944 Anzio Invasions, she finished the war in the western Pacific off the coast of Chichi Jima. The Executive Officer of the ship (the USS Trippe) at the time was Lieutenant Vincent L. Cassani Jr USN and was the representative of the United Nations to a War Crimes Trial against the commandant of the garrison on Chichi Jima and after a 1-day trial and with the concurring votes of the Royal Navy Representatives and Chinese Airforce Representatives, they hung the Commandant of the Garrison for war crimes I care not to mention here. Within 3 years Vincent L. Cassini JR made Captain and was commanding officer of the USS Trippe. From his estate comes The USS Trippe Commissioning Plaque acquired before the ship was included in a test of nuclear weapons in the Bikini Atoll Islands in 1946. Anchored 1000 yards from ground zero, she became so radioactive that is was unsafe approach her and after extensive testing and exhaustive attempts to keep her afloat due metallic deterioration, she was towed to deep water off Kwajalein and sunk by gunfire. Just as a side note... In that raid on Chichi Jima, a then 20 yr. old dive bomber pilot George H. G. Bush flying off the carrier USS San Jacinto was shot down by the Japanese and subsequently rescued by a US Navy Submarine barely avoiding capture and certain death by the Garrison at Chichi Jima. Provenance provided by Captain Vincent L. Cassani III. This one and only heavy solid brass historical plaque measures approx. 10'' x 15'' and in the Navy tradition, polished by thousands of US Navy Sailors over its time in service. | 1200 |
| 1202 |  |
CAPT. CASSANI BINOCULARS FROM THE USS TRIPPE: Model Mark 28 Bausch & Lomb binoculars, used by Capt. Vincent L. Cassani during his tenure as Captain of the USS Trippe, US Navy Destroyer DD 403 during World War II. 7 x 50 binoculars, hard plastic case, leather carrying case with strap. For more information on the Trippe and Cassani see previous lot 1201. Binoculars 7 1/2'' h. x 7 3/4'' x 3'', case 9 1/4'' h. x 8'' x 5''. Sold with a photograph of Cassani wearing the binoculars on the bow of the Trippe. CONDITION: Minor rubs to case and eyepieces consistent with use. |
100 |
| 1203 |  |
PRESENTATION ORNATE COVERED VEGETABLE & CANDLESTICKS: 3 pieces total to include 1) Silverplate covered vegetable serving dish, scalloped rim with shell motifs, 2 handles, dedication on lid reads ''Vince and Kay, 25th Anniversary, in appreciation, From the Class of 1944''. Vince is Captain Vincent L. Cassani Jr, for more information on Cassani please see lot 1201. 7'' h. x 20 1/4'' x 14 1/2''. 2-3) Poole silverplate 5 light candelabra in the George II pattern, measures 14'' h. x 14 1/2'' dia. | 125 |
| 1206 |  |
14K 4.00 CT. AMETHYST AND 1.25 CTW DIAMOND RING: 14K Yellow Gold Ballerina Style Ring Contains One Oval Amethyst. Weight 4.00 Ct. Approx. 32 baguette cut diamonds. Weight 1.25 Ct. Approx. Rated VS-SI in clarity and I-J in color. Size: 5.5. Weight: 6.6 grams. | 300 |
| 1207 |  |
LARGE GONE WITH THE WIND TARA DOLL HOUSE: Electrified all over with additional wing, and ''warranty deed'' to the house from when the house was made in 1987 in the shape of the famous Tara plantation from Gone with the Wind by Richard A. Roberts. Inside has multiple rooms and entrance way, overall measures 35'' h. x 65'' x 34'' with the front porch and side wing attached. CONDITION: Several chips to shingles, minor signs of play and use, shippers note front porch and side wing remove for shipping. |
125 |
| 1207A |  |
HANDMADE FOLK ART BARN MODEL: Nicely detailed model of a 2 story barn, fashioned from old barn wood. Lower level with sliding front door and hinged side door. Interior lower level with 2 horse stalls and stairs. Top level with 2 hinged external doors and hinged window, inside with 2 trap doors in floor. Nicely detailed cupola. Overall measures 39 1/2'' h. x 33 1/4'' x 22 1/4''. CONDITION: Split to one roof shingle. Shows age. |
250 |
| 1208 |  |
CURRY, John Steuart, (American, 1897-1946): Several Landscape Sketches Inside his Book ''John Steuart Curry's Pageant of America'', 2 drawings on 1 page are dated 1944, signed by Curry and dedicated to Sara Ross. Also included is a handwritten letter by Mrs. Curry to Sara Ross indicating that Mr. Curry and Ross worked together. 1st Sketch measures 4.5'' x 5'' and the 2nd measures 2'' x 4.5''. Curry attended the Art Institute of Chicago, and remained there for two years, supporting himself with odd jobs. He tried to enlist when war was declared but was sent home for being under-age. In 1918 he enrolled at Geneva College, played football for two seasons, and spent the following five years training to earn his money as an illustrator of ''blood-and-thunder'' scenes for a popular western story magazine. Curry set out to paint American subjects and to celebrate American patriotism and regional pride and committed to creating a worthwhile picture or give up painting. There in 1928 from memory he painted his first picture that became famous, Baptism in Kansas, which was recognized nationally as work of a new American genre. In 1930, he had his first one-man exhibition, held at the Whitney Studio Club, and was received enthusiastically by critics. Curry painted many murals for Washington's Government buildings, his work hangs in the Metropolitan Museum and he ranks with top United States artists. He has shown in the Whitney Museum of American Art and in the Chicago Art Institute. | 200 |
| 1209 |  |
PETERSON, Jane, (American, 1876-1965): 3 Scarlet Macaws, Watercolor, Gouache, sight size 48'' x 19.5'', signed lower right, framed 38'' x 29''. Peterson became known for a wide range of works from landscapes to still-lives that blend Impressionist and Expressionist movements. Her art has been exhibited in more than 50 one-woman shows. CONDITION: Not examined out of frame, sold as is. |
1500 |
| 1210 |  |
NELLIE MEYER CHRISTMAS EVE IN NYC PAINTING: 2 Figures Carrying a Christmas Tree, Oil/Wood, 7.75'' x 10'', label affixed verso, encased in Adirondack style carved wood frame, 11'' x 13''. CONDITION: Several flecks of loss, dent in center, needs cleaning, sold as is. |
325 |
| 1211 |  |
CIVIL WAR CONFEDERATE NAVAL COMMISSION: Blank commission issued by the President of The Confederate States of America with scenes of boats, Neptune and Venus, and stand of arms. Sight size 19 1/2'' x 14 1/2'', framed 25'' x 20''. CONDITION: Visible fold lines, spotting, not examined out of frame. |
1200 |
| 1212 |  |
1863 AMES CIVIL WAR MODEL 1840 SWORD: Brass hilt, inspector initial on knuckle guard, 32 1/4'' blade well marked on ricasso Ames Sword Co., Chicopee Mass., verso marked US, AHC, 1863. No scabbard, overall 38 3/4''. CONDITION: Chips and spotting to blade, dings to cross guards. |
325 |
| 1216 |  |
OX CART COFFEE TABLE: Upcycled from the top of a vintage ox cart, wood & iron construction, overall measures 14 1/2''h. x 52'' x 64''. CONDITION: Wear to be expected as this was a well-used cart. |
200 |
| 1218 |  |
14K GOLD 2 RING LOT - LINDE STAR & JADE: 1) 14K White Gold with Synthetic ''Linde'' Star Sapphire. Size: 8.5. Weight 8.7 grams. 2) 14K Yellow Gold Ring with 16.00 x 12.00 mm oval Jade cabochon, light apple green with heavy mottling and veining. Size 7. Weight: 3.9 grams. Sold as a lot. | 150 |
| 1219 |  |
FOLK ART CARVED ALLIGATOR HEAD CANE: Nicely carved handle with figural alligator head, shaft with stippled carved design, brass tip. Early 20th century, many of the folk art canes were carved by prisoners. Overall 35 1/4'' h. | 150 |
| 1220 |  |
$1000 CONFEDERATE STATES CIVIL WAR BOND: Fourth series, 1864 with 59 coupons remaining, sight size 27 1/4'' x 16 1/4''. Framed 30 1/2'' x 19 1/4''. CONDITION: Visible fold lines, toning, creases, not examined out of frame. |
150 |
| 1220A |  |
COLLECTION OF 4 VINTAGE CARVED DUCK DECOYS: 4 pieces total working decoys all with original paint and weights, no names or makers' marks. Tallest measures 8'' h. x 16'' x 7''. CONDITION: Loss of paint and signs of use. |
150 |
| 1221 |  |
LEATHER TOP EXPANDABLE DINING TABLE: Embossed leather inset in the round top, 4 x-shaped splayed legs, expands with four 12'' leaves, 29 3/4'' h. x 36'' when closed. CONDITION: In need of cosmetic restoration. |
700 |
| 1224 |  |
LARGE KOLUX GE ELECTRIC DOUBLE SIDED SIGN: Molded plastic on either side of metal frame with GE logo, ''Radio-Television-Appliances, Columbia Music Co.'' Illuminated from inside, a rare find made by Kolux, Kokomo, Indiana. Measures approx. 57 1/2'' h. x 83'' x 13 1/2'' including bracket mounts. CONDITION: One side very displayable with only minor abrasions, the other side with gold spray paint in GE logo and crack with missing pieces at top corner. Currently lights up but not guaranteed to continue. |
600 |
| 1225 |  |
VINTAGE ALLEGHENY ICE CREAM DOUBLE SIDED SIGN: Circa mid 20th century painted tin outdoor double sided sign for Allegheny Ice Cream with cast iron hanging supports. Overall measures 43'' h. x 47'' x 6 1/4''. CONDITION: Paint peeling and loss, sold as-is. |
100 |
| 1225A |  |
LARGE CAST IRON FRENCH FUNERARY CROSS: Foliate motif, traces of black paint remain. Overall measures 41 1/2'' h. x 21''. CONDITION: Obvious outdoor use, sold as-is. |
225 |
| 1226 |  |
BRUTALIST WELDED NAIL MARBLE TOP SIDE TABLE: Constructed from welded wedge cut nails, base measures 15 1/2'' h. x 19'' x 19''. Black marble or stone top, 24'' x 24''. CONDITION: Scratches to top. |
275 |
| 1228 |  |
PRESENTED CHELSEA SHIPS BELL CLOCK: Brass ships wheel, bronzed metal stand, mahogany base silvered dial. Presentation on stand ''Presented to Vincent L Cassani with respect and affection from his colleagues at the Chelsea City Hall, September 4, 1952''. Sticker on back records last service in 2001. Overall measures 10 1/2'' h. x 8 1/2'' x 4 1/2''. From the Capt. Vincent L. Cassani Jr. estate. | 375 |
| 1229 |  |
VINTAGE BRASS NAUTICAL SEXTANT & CASE: Unmarked brass body sextant in shaped rosewood case. Case measures 4 1/2'' h. x 8 3/4'' x 10 1/2''. From the Capt. Vincent L. Cassani Jr. estate. | 225 |
| 1230 |  |
PAIR WILCOX-CRITTENDEN & CO. BRASS SHIPS LANTERNS: Diminutive brass lanterns, one with green and one with red glass, marked on side, original fuel tanks and burners inside, overall measures11 8 3/4'' h. x 5''. | 150 |
| 1231 |  |
OAK & BRASS SHIP'S WHEEL: Contemporary wheel, measures 36 3/4 dia. x 2 1/4''. | 125 |
| 1231A |  |
5 PIECE BANDED MAHOGANY BREAKFAST TABLE & CHAIRS: 5 piece total to include 1) Banded mahogany top breakfast table, turned column support, fluted splayed feet ending in brass cap feet on castors, 29'' h. x 43 1/4'' dia. 2-5) 4 side chairs, curved top rail, carved supports and front legs, green patterned upholstery seats. 33 3/4'' h. x 20'' x 20''. CONDITION: Scratches to top of table, other wear consistent with age and everyday use. |
350 |
| 1232 |  |
19TH CENTURY WOOD CANNON MOLD: Shaped wood mold used for the sand casting of signal cannons. Overall 14 3/4'' h. x 4 1/4''. CONDITION: Rubs to finish, loss of one half of one shaft at end of cannon. |
150 |
| 1233 |  |
1809 US NAVAL OFFICERS LEATHER WALLET: Folding leather wallet with embossed panels of eagles, shields and anchors, foliate motifs. Partial inscription interior reads ''To, Martha Head, By, FG Livingston, APL, 1809'', initial AW on another panel. Overall 7'' x 3 1/4''. | 100 |
| 1234 |  |
PAIR OF LEADED STAINED GLASS DOOR PANELS: Each panel with 4 stylized floral medallions, assorted jeweled, textured and polychrome glass pieces. Sight size in frame approx. 63 1/2'' x 12 3/4'', framed withe door hardware 69'' h. x 21 1/4'' x 1 3/4''. CONDITION: The occasional crack may be discovered. |
1400 |
| 1235 |  |
VINTAGE PING ANSER SCOTTSDALE ADDRESS PUTTER: Circa 1960's with Grip-rite grip, a highly collectible vintage golf club. 33 1/2'' h., overall approx. 36 long. CONDITION: Signs of play and use. |
275 |
| 1237 |  |
2007 US OPEN 18TH HOLE GOLF PIN FLAG: 18th hole flag from the 2007 US Open held at Oakmont, won by Angel Cabrera. Flag measures 13 3/4'' x 22'', framed under glass 19'' x 26 3/4''. CONDITION: Ding to frame. |
150 |
| 1238 |  |
BRASS FRENCH FIREMAN'S HELMET: Late 19th to early 20th century from Bailleval, France, village plate on front, leather liner, 7 1/2'' h. x 10 3/4'' x 8''. CONDITION: Multiple dents and dings. |
125 |
| 1238A |  |
INLAID MANTLE CLOCK: Shaped mahogany case with fruit wood and mother of pearl inlaid front, brass feet, silvered dial with Arabic numerals. Unmarked continental time and strike movement, measures 14'' h. x 10 1/4'' x 6''. CONDITION: Wear to dial, currently running however not guaranteed to continue or keep accurate time. |
200 |
| 1239 |  |
EARLY ODD FELLOWS FRATERNAL GROUP PHOTOGRAPH: Late 19th to early 20th century photograph a group of Odd Fellows dressed in costume. Signed on mat ''Bowman, Photo'', possibly Walter S. Bowman. Sight size 10'' x 13 1/4'', framed 22'' x 25 1/2''. CONDITION: Laid down, not examined out of frame, frame with loss to decoration. |
100 |
| 1240 |  |
VICTORIAN MAHOGANY HALL TREE: Carved pediment over large beveled glass mirror, carved and turned columns with 8 hooks, bench seat, carved and turned front legs. Overall measures 84 3/4'' h. x 30 3/4'' x 15 1/4''. CONDITION: In need of cosmetic restoration. |
350 |
| 1241 |  |
TSAVORITE GARNET AND DIAMOND PENDANT: 8 marquis cut Tsavorite Garnets, 1.25 Ctw. Approx., accented by 8 round single cut diamonds are prong set in this 10K pendant. Weight 2.0 grams. Sold with current Florida Diamond Appraisers GIA graduates appraisal for $600. | 200 |
| 1242 |  |
STRAND OF 9MM SEMI-BAROQUE BLACK PEARLS: 18'' strand of 9.00 mm cultured black pearls, semi-baroque in shape, blemished with high luster. 18K white gold ball clasp. | 450 |
| 1243 |  |
APPROX. 35-45 YR OLD PERSIAN HERIZ HAND KNOTTED WOOL RUG, 6'10'' x 10': This Heriz has a traditional geometric pattern with a large black diamond shaped central medallion with a white and red center. The field, thanks to the white and blue corners, also is a diamond shape that is red. A black ground main border and guard borders complete the design and the rug. Condition is good. | 650 |
| 1244 |  |
L. LONGLEY PASTEL SOCIETY PONDSCAPE: Serene Pond Scene with Bridge, signed lower right and marked PSA for Pastel Society of America, sight size 20.5'' x 27.5'', framed, 29.5'' x 36.5. | 100 |
| 1246 |  |
KENNARD, Waldo, (American, 20th C): Profile Portrait of a Young Brunette Beauty in Grisaille, Oil/Canvas, 20'' x 14'', unsigned, unframed. Provenance: From the Artist's Estate. CONDITION: Needs cleaning, several flecks of loss. Sold as is. |
225 |
| 1247 |  |
BANDED MAHOGANY ENGLISH OCCASIONAL TABLE: Round banded mahogany top, tapered legs with string inlay, lower stretcher with center open shelf. Overall measures 27'' x 30'' dia. | 275 |
| 1247A |  |
THATCHER'S CALCULATING INSTRUMENT: Retailed by Keuffle & Esser, cylindrical slide rule patented by Edwin Thatcher, mahogany base and handles, original instructions on base. Overall measures 6'' h. x 22'' | 350 |
| 1248 |  |
4 PIECE DUTCH INLAID NEST OF TABLES: 4 nesting tables, each with floral marquetry and string inlay, tallest measures 30'' h. x 28'' x 18 1/4''. CONDITION: Wear consistent with age and use. |
125 |
| 1250 |  |
CONTEMPORARY ETHAN ALLEN BOOKCASE: Mahogany finish, carved floral medallions over fluted stiles, 5 serpentine shelves. Overall measures 78 1/2'' h. x 34 1/4'' x 12 1/4''. CONDITION: Wear consistent with age and use. |
200 |
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