2016 New Years Auction

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2016 New Years Auction

By Nest Egg Auctions

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Berlin, CT, United States

Annual Fine Arts and Antique Auction

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Dick Duerrstein: Mickey Mouse: Large and original Acrylic on Canvas Painting of Walt Disney's Iconic Mickey Mouse. Late 1980's or Early 1990's. Obtained from the artist by the present owner, photos and provenance included with

0001: Dick Duerrstein: Mickey Mouse

Est.

$1,000

$2,000

SOLD

18K Diamond Ring: Men's or Ladies heavy 18K Diamond ring with a single round cut diamond (approximately .5CT) ring shows wear from use and light marks. Size 6.5, 15g/10dwt total weight.

0002: 18K Diamond Ring

Est.

$400

$800

SOLD

Steuben Bull and Bear Crystal Figurines: each 4.5" tall, 8.5" long. Minor shelf wear, bear in very good condition, Bull with three small rough areas of very tiny chips to the base only.

0003: Steuben Bull and Bear Crystal Figurines

Est.

$100

$300

SOLD

A German Silver Niello Cigar case: A gentleman's vest pocket cigar Case decorated with checkerboard Niello and gilt lined interior. Bearing the Crescent Moon and Crown assay Mark, 900 Silver, and illegible Makers mark. Excellent

0004: A German Silver Niello Cigar case

Est.

$200

$400

SOLD

Attr. Thomas P. Hall "Jealousy": Thomas O. Hall, British 1810-1867. Oil on Canvas Interior with Mother and children. remains of an Old Label bearing artist name and exhibition notes affixed to back of stretcher. Canvas not

0005: Attr. Thomas P. Hall "Jealousy"

Est.

$1,000

$3,000

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English Inlaid Tea Caddy: Mahogany or Walnut with mother of pearl inlay. Professionally restored, bottom replaced. Complete, overall very good condition. unsigned. 7" tall, 12" wide, 6" deep.

0006: English Inlaid Tea Caddy

Est.

$200

$400

SOLD

J. Michel Paris Cameo Art Glass Vase: Original J. Michel Cameo Art Glass Vase with oak leaves, vine and grape motif. Excellent condition. 14" tall

0007: J. Michel Paris Cameo Art Glass Vase

Est.

$300

$500

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Victorian Sewing Stand: Burl Mahogany or Walnut Veneer two draw stand with removable side draw. 19th Century. Very good condition, minor veneer losses. 30" tall, 22.5" wide, 15.5" deep.

0008: Victorian Sewing Stand

Est.

$300

$500

SOLD

English Brass & Burlwood Inkstand: This Pen and Ink Desk stand is fashioned from burl wood, brass and silver with a glass inkwell insert under the stag form pen rack. complete, restored. Presentation plaque reads: From George to

0009: English Brass & Burlwood Inkstand

Est.

$300

$500

SOLD

Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case and Compact: Ladies French hallmarked (Head of Minerva) Sterling Silver and black enamel cigarette case in the Art Deco Fashion. Wonderful condition with only the slightest handling marks. Button and spring

0010: Silver & Enamel Cigarette Case and Compact

Est.

$200

$400

SOLD

Two English Regency Letter boxes: Dome top, Rosewood and burl walnut veneer with Satin Lining. Brass mounts, 19th Century. Excellent condition. Each approximately 6" tall, 8.5" wide, 5" deep.

0011: Two English Regency Letter boxes

Est.

$300

$500

SOLD

Chinese Jadeite Pendant: Antique Chinese Hand Carved Jadeite, Jade Oval form pendant. Mounted to a high Karat Gold Necklace (22 or 24 KT). This is a family piece that came to America from China and has been passed down for

0012: Chinese Jadeite Pendant

Est.

$2,000

$4,000

SOLD

English Burlwood and brass writing desk: The Portable Secretary or letter box is made from burl wood and select veneer, with highly detailed chased brass hardware. A secret button releases a writing surface on the bottom. Hardware

0013: English Burlwood and brass writing desk

Est.

$800

$1,200

SOLD

Human Medical Skeleton: Real Human Skeleton for medical and scientific use. Likely Mid 20th Century. 61" tall, on a custom steel frame and base. Mounted with steel, wire and springs. Slightly dusty, appears complete, all

0014: Human Medical Skeleton

Est.

$1,000

$3,000

SOLD

Queen Anne Flat Top Highboy: Late 18th or early 19th Century. Maple Chest on stand with center draw fan carving in the Connecticut Queen Anne Style. Refinished. Older replacement hardware. overall solid and good. 72" tall,

0015: Queen Anne Flat Top Highboy

Est.

$800

$1,200

SOLD

Daum Crystal Cobra Sculpture: The Art Glass Figural Cobra in sparkling clear glass, Signed Daum, France. 14.5" tall, excellent condition, no chips, cracks, damage or repairs.

0016: Daum Crystal Cobra Sculpture

Est.

$200

$400

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American Antique Tiger Maple Candlestand: 19th Century candle stand Restored and Refinished, very good condition. 25.5" tall, top is 17" x 17"

0017: American Antique Tiger Maple Candlestand

Est.

$200

$400

SOLD

Ladies Platinum & Diamond Ring: Beautiful Estate setting with a Bezel and Amethyst set round cut diamond (approximately .5CT) Size 6.5, total weight: 2.5dwt/4.2g

0018: Ladies Platinum & Diamond Ring

Est.

$300

$500

SOLD

William Spratling Tea Strainer: Hand Wrought Sterling Silver Hallmarked Taxco Mexico, 980 and stylized WS carved rosewood handles. 5.75" long, 2.1 OZT. light line to one handle, otherwise excellent.

0019: William Spratling Tea Strainer

Est.

$300

$500

SOLD

Yankee Cigar Advertising Figure: Figural Yankee Cigar Counter Top Country Store Advertisement. Red, white & blue dancing Majorette on a wood base which reads “Waitt and Bond – Yankee Cigar 5 cents”. c.1940, craquelure,

0020: Yankee Cigar Advertising Figure

Est.

$300

$500

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Heintz Art Metal Co. Humidor: Patinated Bronze with Sterling Silver overlay in the Arts & Crafts Fashion. Excellent Original condition, minor rubs to lid surface. Marked HAMS STERLING ON BRONZE PAT AUG 27, 12. R.H. Macy & Co.

0021: Heintz Art Metal Co. Humidor

Est.

$200

$400

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American Chippendale Four Draw Chest: Mahogany, Birch, and soft pine secondary woods. Professionally restored blocks and finish. excellent condition. Old Brasses. 31.5" tall, 42" wide, 20.5" early to mid 19th Century.

0022: American Chippendale Four Draw Chest

Est.

$800

$1,200

SOLD

Six Original Antique Tip Trays: Each Tin Ltiho design on a 4.25" diameter tray. Included: Fairy Soap, Puritan Hams, President Suspenders (with glass insert) HHome Sewing Machine Co. New York (glass insert), Cottolene Shortening

0023: Six Original Antique Tip Trays

Est.

$200

$400

SOLD

Pair of Ladies 14K Diamond Earrings: A pair of 14K White gold earrings in buttercup screw back settings. Each with an old European style round cut diamond weighing approximately .7CT. Each diamond with several very tiny chips to the

0024: Pair of Ladies 14K Diamond Earrings

Est.

$1,000

$2,000

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