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William Cripps produced this George III sterling silver epergne, which is hallmarked ‘London, 1762-1763.’ Standing 14 inches high by 24 inches in diameter and 19 inches deep, the epergne weights 101 3/4 troy ounces. It is expected to sell for $30,000-$50,000. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.

George III epergne highlights New Orleans Auction Galleries’ Dec. 5-6 sale

Tom Hoepf

Tom Hoepf

William Cripps produced this George III sterling silver epergne, which is hallmarked ‘London, 1762-1763.’ Standing 14 inches high by 24 inches in diameter and 19 inches deep, the epergne weights 101 3/4 troy ounces. It is expected to sell for $30,000-$50,000. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.
William Cripps produced this George III sterling silver epergne, which is hallmarked ‘London, 1762-1763.’ Standing 14 inches high by 24 inches in diameter and 19 inches deep, the epergne weights 101 3/4 troy ounces. It is expected to sell for $30,000-$50,000. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.

NEW ORLEANS – More than 1,200 lots of fine and decorative arts, antiques, vintage couture, jewelry, silver and glass will be sold to the highest bidders at New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc. on Dec. 5 and 6. Saturday’s session will begin at 10 a.m. Central; Sunday’s start will be 11 a.m. Central. LiveAuctioneers.com will provide Internet live bidding.

Selling on the first day will be an early George III epergne by London silversmith William Cripps, which is expected to sell for $30,000-$50,000. The ornate epergne features a central basket with pierced scrollwork sides and a rococo-scroll and gadroon rim. Each of the four legs supports a double-scroll arm ending in a circular fluted dish.

A large oil on canvas by Paul Jean Marie Sain (French/Avignon, 1853-1908) has an estimate of $35,000-$50,000. New Orleans Auction Galleries’ catalog notes that “Sain made his debut at the Paris Salon in 1879. His paintings of marine scenes and lush romantic landscapes were well received and he was awarded honorable mention in 1883, a third place medal in 1886, a bronze medal in 1889 and in 1900 at the Paris Exposition Universelle. He was made a Knight of the Legion of Honor in 1895.”

A large pair of Swedish faux marble covered vases has a $4,500-$7,000 estimate. In the Gustavian style, each features a carved rondel featuring a neoclassical silhouette female head. Joined to the carved and turned wooden vases are papier-mâché giltwood drapery swags.

An unused Hermes Kelly handbag from the 1970s is expected to sell for $9,000-$12,000 – a bargain considering new Hermes bags retail for $30,000. Grace Kelly introduced the Kelly bag when she was Princess of Monaco. The one in the auction is tan alligator and labeled “Hermes Paris Made in France.” Founded in 1837 by Thierry Hermes, the company makes saddles, scarves, trunks, purses and the finest of luxury goods.

The selection of fine jewelry in the auction includes a stunning sapphire and diamond ring that has a $15,000-$$25,000 estimate. The rectangular brilliant-cut Kashmir blue sapphire weighs 5.123 carats. The total diamond weight is 3.38 carats.

For details phone 504-566-1849.

View a fully illustrated catalog and sign up to bid absentee or live via the Internet during the sale at www.LiveAuctioneers.com.

Click here to view New Orleans Auction Galleries, Inc.’s complete catalog.

ADDITIONAL LOTS OF NOTE

Paul Jean Marie Sain (French/Avignon, 1853-1908) painted this romantic scene in June 1899. The oil on canvas painting, 35 1/4 inches by 51 5/8 inches, has a $35,000-$60,000 estimate. Image courtesy of News Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.
Paul Jean Marie Sain (French/Avignon, 1853-1908) painted this romantic scene in June 1899. The oil on canvas painting, 35 1/4 inches by 51 5/8 inches, has a $35,000-$60,000 estimate. Image courtesy of News Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.

his handsome pair of Swedish faux-marble wooden vases in the Gustavian style dates the second quarter 19th century. They stand 23 inches high by 17 inches in diameter. The estimate is $4,500 by 17 inches. The estimate is $4,500-$7,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.
his handsome pair of Swedish faux-marble wooden vases in the Gustavian style dates the second quarter 19th century. They stand 23 inches high by 17 inches in diameter. The estimate is $4,500 by 17 inches. The estimate is $4,500-$7,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.

This Hermes bag of alligator from the 1970s was never used. Comparable Hermes bags retail for $30,000 today. This one in excellent condition has a $9,000-$12,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.
This Hermes bag of alligator from the 1970s was never used. Comparable Hermes bags retail for $30,000 today. This one in excellent condition has a $9,000-$12,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.

The Kashmir blue sapphire on this ladies platinum ring weights 5.13 carats. The supporting diamonds have a total weight of 3.38 carats. The ring carries a $15,000-$25,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.
The Kashmir blue sapphire on this ladies platinum ring weights 5.13 carats. The supporting diamonds have a total weight of 3.38 carats. The ring carries a $15,000-$25,000 estimate. Image courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries Inc.