September Fine and Decorative Arts Auction 2025-09-19 Auction - 526 Price Results - Quinn's Auction Galleries in VA
Jon R. Friedman, "Snort," Pastel, 1988.Kangxi Blue & White Porcelain Beaker vases.Gucci Hydrangea bag with box.
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Falls Church, VA, United States
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September Fine and Decorative Arts Auction

Please note: 27% Buyer?s Premium. Credit card charges are subject to approval for high value invoices. Invoices over $4000.00 require Bank wire, check or money order payment. Quinn?s Auction Galleries is proud to present our September 19th Fine and Decorative Arts Auction. Featuring a collection of items from the estate of Lieutenant General James R. Brown of the U.S. Air Force (1930-2015). Gen. Brown was commissioned in the Air Force as 2nd Lt. in 1953, retiring from the Air Force in 1988 at the rank of Lt. General and the vice commander of Tactical Air Command. He was a highly decorated command pilot with more than 5000 flying hours, including during the Vietnam War where he, on Dec. 7, 1975, led the last 388th F-4D aircraft from Vietnam to the United States. Gen. Brown?s military decorations include the Legion of Merit with oak leaf cluster, the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal with two oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster. Some of the items from Gen. Brown?s estate includes his Beretta M9 service pistol, his GG-W-113 watch, his Dunrite flight helmet, and a painting by Chet" Engle of F-104 Starfighters presented to his Father-in-law U.S.A.F. Major General Von R. Shores (1912-2006). Offering a fine selection of 20th century American landscapes and works from Brazilian artists, such as Jorge Franco and Benjamin Silva, and a collection of works by Arturo Souto Feijoo. Also featuring fine prints and woodblocks by Paul Jacoulet and a James Abbot McNeil Whistler etching. A collection of Wedgwood Jasperware porcelain, Jugtown pottery, crystal and glass stemware and decanters, and sterling silver including Hans Hansen ?Vendome? service, Wallace ?Grande Baroque? service, and a Whiting Manf. Co. coffee and tea service. Also a variety of antique furniture, including a Baroque style gilt bronze chandelier, a Louis XV style burlwood desk, a Pennsylvania Dutch tall case clock, a monumental gilt mantle mirror, and a Stickley walnut
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Globe with semi-precious stone inlay.: A globe with semi-precious stone inlay, raised on a gilt-metal stand. Late 20th century. 24" x 13". Provenance: From the Estate of U.S.A.F. Lt. General James R. Brown (1930-2015).
0001: Globe with semi-precious stone inlay.Est. $120-$180
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Gen. Brown Elgin pocket watch.: A 1917 Elgin open-face pocket watch, belonging to Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF. Model 7, size 16s, 7 jewels, with Arabic numeral dial, subsidiary seconds dial, and engraved case, housed in a glass
0003: Gen. Brown Elgin pocket watch.Est. $80-$120
4 Gen. Brown wrist watches.: A group of four wristwatches belonging to Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF ++ Two Stauer stainless steel and gold-tone quartz chronograph wristwatches with black and blue dials. ++ One Klaus Kobec
0004: 4 Gen. Brown wrist watches.Est. $100-$200Lot Passed
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3 Gen. Brown ceramic tankards and mugs.: A group of three mugs and steins from Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF. ++ A TAC/USAF 4440 TTFG ?Red Flag? ceramic mug. ++ A German stein with pewter lid marked ?RAF Station,? ++ A Montana State College
0005: 3 Gen. Brown ceramic tankards and mugs.Est. $80-$120
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3 canes and shoehorn. Lt. General James R. Brown: A group of three canes and a shoehorn belonging to Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF, including ++ A late 19th century hardwood cane with ornate gilt metal handle decorated with scrolling motifs,
0006: 3 canes and shoehorn. Lt. General James R. BrownEst. $200-$300
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Gen. Brown canes and whip.: A group four canes belonging to Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF, including three canes and one riding crop/whip. Canes feature various decorative handles including brass stag, brass knob, carved
0007: Gen. Brown canes and whip.Est. $200-$300
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Bronze Elephant Lamps, Lt. Gen. James R. Brown: A pair of bronze elephant figures mounted on granite bases, each with electrical fittings and accompanied by black lamp shades. Base: 13 3/4" x 71/2". Condition: Verdigris, wear. Provenance: From the
0008: Bronze Elephant Lamps, Lt. Gen. James R. BrownEst. $200-$300
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Marble topped desk organizer.: A marble-top cabinet with floral-carved drawer and single door, decorated with geometric and banded inlay. 9 1/4" x 15 1/4" x 8". Provenance: From the Estate of U.S.A.F. Lt. General James R. Brown
0010: Marble topped desk organizer.Est. $120-$180
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French singing bird automaton, c. 1900.: A French singing bird automaton. Circa 1900. Marked "Made in France." 10 1/4" x 6 3/4". Condition: Finial detached. Missing feathers on bird. Working condition. Provenance: From the Estate of
0011: French singing bird automaton, c. 1900.Est. $100-$200
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2 carved wood secretarial containers.: A group of two carved wood desk top containers. 20th century. ++ Rectangular box with hinged lid and yellow tufted satin interior. 4 1/2" x 8 3/4". ++ Slant-front desk organizer with carved floral
0012: 2 carved wood secretarial containers.Est. $100-$200
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West Point Military Academy shako hat.: A West Point Cadet Shako, late 19th century, leather body with brass chain link band and eagle over shield insignia reading Duty, Honor, Country, West Point, USMA MDCCCII, with side cadet buttons and
0014: West Point Military Academy shako hat.Est. $200-$300
3 Gen. Brown presented awards.: A group of three presentation awards to Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF. ++ Endowment Member of the NRA 2010. 11" x 12 1/8". ++ Tactical Air Command July 7, 1988. Signed, dated, and copyrighted
0016: 3 Gen. Brown presented awards.Est. $100-$150Lot Passed
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Stone seal and 2 stamps.: A stone seal and two stamps from Lt. General Brown. ++ Foo dog seal with initials JRB and Chinese characters. 4" x 2". ++ Office stamp with James R Brown as Chief of Tactics Branch. Office stamp with
0017: Stone seal and 2 stamps.Est. $80-$120
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Lt. Gen. Brown medallions and pins.: A group of military insignia, medals, and commemorative coins from Lt. Gen. James R. Brown, USAF. Includes General?s stars, nameplate, aviation insignia, CIA and Department of Defense coins, Air
0020: Lt. Gen. Brown medallions and pins.Est. $100-$200