Important Fall Estates Auction 2015-11-08 Auction - 145 Price Results - Black Rock Galleries in CT - Page 2
14k Gold, Diamond, Star Sapphire And Ruby EncrustedHenry Stull (Canadian, 1851 - 1913), \The Annual3.93 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring, Set In Platinum
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Bridgeport, CT, United States
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Important Fall Estates Auction

Harlem's rich historic past meets Cuban art at Black Rock Galleries (BRG) during their Fall Estates Auction taking place on Sunday, November 8 at 1 p.m. BRG is pleased to offer this fine collection of art, estate jewelry, antiques, and decorative arts. Many of the lots offered in this auction come from Harlem's historic Watt-Pinkney family including the estate of Beverley Lopez, great nephew of Archibald Watt and renowned artist in his own right. The Watt family farm and breeding stable was once the largest single property in Harlem and was one of the last to be developed. Auction highlights include: Five magnificent Henry Stull (Canadian, 1851-1913) paintings commissioned by the Watt-Pinkney family who owned much of what is modern day Harlem. The family bred renowned thoroughbred horses including "Maid of Harlem," one of the featured pieces in the offerings. Three pristine Esteban Chartrand (Cuban/American, 1840-1884) oil on wood paintings depicting Cuban landscapes -- all hailing from the estate of artist and descendant of the Watt-Pinkney family, Beverley Lopez A detailed pen, ink, and dry brush sketch, "Dun Gone," by Edward Borein (American, 1873-1945) featuring a cowboy on a bucking horse. Two impressive Carl Kauba (Austrian, 1865-1992) cast native American bronze sculptures. An impressive oil on canvas, measuring 32" by 39.5" attributable to Wifredo Lam (Cuban, 1902-1982) entitled, "Barcelona Harbor" from a private collection of television producer, Pedro Font. Stunning estate jewelry including a 3.93 carat diamond platinum-set engagement ring, a 2 carat marquis diamond ring, and a gold and diamond bracelet. Two military commission documents: A Pinkney appointment to First Lieutenant dated 1802, signed by Thomas Jefferson as President and countersigned by Henry Dearborn, Secretary of War and the other an appointment to Colonel for Ninian Pinkney dated 1821, signed by James Monroe as President.
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Millefiori & Coral Beaded Double Strand Braclet With: Beautiful vintage 6 1/2 inch bracelet with square clasp having pierced detail and safety clasp. Length: 6 1/2 inches. Condition: Very good.
0025: Millefiori & Coral Beaded Double Strand Braclet WithEst. US$400-US$600
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Belter Style Compatible Set Of Ten Victorian Laminated: A suite of six and four chairs in laminated walnut with pierced and scrolled backs. Condition: musty in need of restoration.
0027: Belter Style Compatible Set Of Ten Victorian LaminatedEst. US$1,000-US$1,500
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A Teplitz Pottery 'Amphora' Ware Model Of An Arab: 17" long x 21" high x 6 1/2" deep Condition: Very good
0028: A Teplitz Pottery 'Amphora' Ware Model Of An ArabEst. US$800-US$1,200
2 1/2 Kt Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Size 5 1/2: J Color, VVS1, no flourescense.Purchased in 1950 in NYC.. Size: 5 1/2 Condition: Excellent.
0029: 2 1/2 Kt Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Size 5 1/2Est. US$10,000-US$15,000Lot Passed
19th Century American School: Oil on canvas "Lady of Rank" in 17th century hunting attire with falcon or horseback with groom and hunting dog; huntsman behind. Parading before an infant and nursemaids in a
0030: 19th Century American SchoolEst. US$1,500-US$2,500Lot Passed
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Sheffield Sterling Silver 71 Piece Flatware Sevice, 121: 71 piece English traditional sterling flatware service (1932) monogrammed "P" bearing maker's mark of E.V. with "Crown" "Lion" "P" on back of handle
0031: Sheffield Sterling Silver 71 Piece Flatware Sevice, 121Est. US$1,500-US$2,500
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Thomas Jefferson As President, A Printed Document: A military commission for a Pinkney appointed to First Lieutenant. Executed with elaborate military cachet at the base. Countersigned by Dearborn Secretary of War. Dated 1802. 15 1/2" x 18
0032: Thomas Jefferson As President, A Printed DocumentEst. US$3,000-US$5,000
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Peter Tereszczuk (Austrian, 1875 - 1963) Bronze Figural: Bronze sculpture with ivory faces of two young ladies. Signed on back P. Tereszczuk. Made in Austria. Dimensions: 5 1/2" long x 3 1/4" deep x 7 1/8" high Condition: Excellent.
0035: Peter Tereszczuk (Austrian, 1875 - 1963) Bronze FiguralEst. US$800-US$1,200
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Antique Continental Bronze Sculpture Of A Head Of A: 9" long x 9 1/2" wide x 9 1/2" high.
0036: Antique Continental Bronze Sculpture Of A Head Of AEst. US$300-US$500
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Jan Breughel II (Flemish, 1601 - 1678): "The Younger " oil on board from Palais des Beaux Arts Brussels. Painting: 12 x 17 3/4 inches. Frame: 19 x 24 5/8 inches. Condtion: Some losses to frame.
0037: Jan Breughel II (Flemish, 1601 - 1678)Est. US$1,500-US$2,500
Maurice Grun (French, 1869 - 1947): Oil on canvas. "Route de Village au Clair de Lune" Signed lower right. In original Newcomb Macklin gilt wood frame. Painting: 32 x 25 1/2 inches. Frame: 41 x 34 3/4 inches. Condition: Very
0039: Maurice Grun (French, 1869 - 1947)Est. US$2,000-US$3,000Lot Passed
Esteban Vincente (Spanish, 1903 - 2001): Pen and ink on paper. Numbered 28 dated 1935 signed in the lower right. Dimensions: 23 1/2 x 18 1/2 inches. Frame: 27 x 23 inches. Condition: Mint
0040: Esteban Vincente (Spanish, 1903 - 2001)Est. US$4,000-US$6,000Lot Passed
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Fine English Victorian Sterling Silver Cigarette Case,: Possibly one of the best cases we have ever handled. The chasing and fine engraving is absolutely impeccable along with the case being in suburb condition. There are two pinholes in the case where
0041: Fine English Victorian Sterling Silver Cigarette Case,Est. US$400-US$600
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Tiffany & Co Chrysanthemum Pattern Sterling Silver: Claw and pierced bowl with floral handle. Stamped pat. 1880 5 3/4" long 3.4 ozt. Condition: Small 1/4" crack to back of handle (see photos).
0042: Tiffany & Co Chrysanthemum Pattern Sterling SilverEst. US$400-US$600
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19th Century Victorian Coral Brooch: Figure With flowers mounted on rose gold pin. Seated figure surrounded by fruit and flowers on a rose gold "branch" pin. Dimensions: 2L x 1 1/2H inches. Condition: Very good Condition:
0043: 19th Century Victorian Coral BroochEst. US$400-US$600
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2 Ct Marquise Diamond: 8.4 dwt gross weight size 6 Very good condition
0044: 2 Ct Marquise DiamondEst. US$2,000-US$3,000
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A. Stowell And Company Federal Style Banjo Clock: Mahogany and rosewood with applied brass pierced mounts and eglomise panels depicting the Boston State House. Dimensions: 10 1/2"L x 41"H Condition: Complete with weights and pendulum
0045: A. Stowell And Company Federal Style Banjo ClockEst. US$400-US$600
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Japanese Meiji Bronze Model Of A Shi-Shi: Wonderful dark brown patina finely cast with intricate detail and a six character Japanese seal. Dimensions: 4 1/2"L x 10 1/2"D x 9"H Condition: In very good condition.
0046: Japanese Meiji Bronze Model Of A Shi-ShiEst. US$800-US$1,200
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Joaquin Martinez De La Vega (Spanish, 1846 - 1905): Oil on canvas. "Performing Street Dogs" bedded down in a barn with drum and 'tips' tin foreground. Signed lower left. Framed in gilded carved wood and plaster frame. Painting: 5 1/2 x 6
0047: Joaquin Martinez De La Vega (Spanish, 1846 - 1905)Est. US$800-US$1,200
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Antique Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Bulldog: Finely cast exquisitely detailed bronze bulldog statue. Dimensions: 7 1/2L x 3D x 3 1/2H inches. Condition: Some slight wear to paint no chips dents or losses.
0048: Antique Austrian Cold Painted Bronze BulldogEst. US$400-US$600
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Cast Bronze And Gilt Decorated Shi-Shi: Nicely casted bronze with remnants of silver plating. Dimensions: 10"L x 3 1/2"D x 8"H Condition: Silver is worn.
0049: Cast Bronze And Gilt Decorated Shi-ShiEst. US$300-US$500