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November 2004 Fine Arts & Antiques Auction Catalog

Aspire Auctions, Inc.


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Lots

Antiquities
1-10
11-14
Paintings
15-29
30-44
45-59
60-74
75-89
90-102
Works on Paper
103-122
123-142
143-162
163-182
183-202
203
Russian Enamel & Sterling Silver
204-218
219-233
234-248
249-263
264-278
Sculpture
279-288
Porcelain & Ceramics
289-303
304-318
319-333
334-348
349-361
Glass
362-371
372-381
382-387
Fine Jewelry
388-397
398-407
408-417
418-427
428-437
438-447
448-455
Furniture
456-465
466-475
476-480
Lighting
481-490
491-500
501
Napoleonic Collection: Books, Sculpture & Art
502-511
512-521
522-524
Decorative Arts
525-539
540-554
555-569
570-584
585-597
Orientalia
598-607
608-617
618-627
628-637
638-642
Estate Oriental Carpets
643-652
653-662
663-672
673-674
Books, Maps & Manuscripts
675-684
685-694
695-704
705-714
715-724
725-733
Ephemera, Autographs & Photography
734-743
744-745


Decorative Metal Window Accents, 20th Century

585. Decorative Metal Window Accents, 20th Century


Pair of identical architectural details in iron with a soft painted rusty/brown finish. Roundels feature six overlapping petals grouped around center circle. Could be made into interesting tables or else would make for nice garden accessories. Each measures apprx 33-2/3"D.

150/250 Sold: $80.50

Lot of Freedom Medals and Great Flags of America,  American, circa 1973

586. Lot of Freedom Medals and Great Flags of America, American, circa 1973


Lot includes a case of thirty-nine collectable gold plated coins and forty two sterling silver collectable Mini-Ingots. The round "Freedom Medals" are coins "symbolizing the words that inspired the American Revolution". They come in a dark blue viewing case from Royal Mint and with an explanatory book and Certificate of Authenticity. Coins are apprx 1-1/2" in diameter. The Mini-Ingots are a "unique tribute to the historical development of the United States of America". They are tiny etched flags with explanatory notes on the back. They come in a wooden collectables box and with a reference book, handling gloves and a certificate of authenticity from the Franklin Mint. Flags vary slightly in size but are apprx 1".

200/300 Sold: $149.50

Knight Motif Mirror, circa Early 20th Century

587. Knight Motif Mirror, circa Early 20th Century


Oval beveled mirror with a cast metal frame with a knight and shield motif. It has an easel back for table use or hook for wall mount. Apprx 17"T x 12"W, overall.

75/125 Sold: $34.50

Asian Footed Bronze Bowl, circa 20th Century

588. Asian Footed Bronze Bowl, circa 20th Century


Small bronze footed bowl with verdegris finish. Very simple in shape and lovely in mottled olive green color. Lip flares slightly out. Stands apprx 5"H x 7"D, at rim.

40/60 Sold: $40.25

Ralph Menconi (American 1915-1972) Nixon Medallion

589. Ralph Menconi (American 1915-1972) Nixon Medallion


Commemorative Richard Milhous Nixon medallion. Heavy bronze medallion commemorating Richard Nixon's 1969 inauguration. Spinning medallion sits in a standing wood frame with a signed plaque that reads "With deep Appreciation". Medallion has Nixon's face, designed by Ralph J. Menconi and on reverse is official government seal with bald eagle. Medallion measures apprx 3"D.

75/125 Sold: $40.25

Three Brass Wall Fixtures

590. Three Brass Wall Fixtures


Trio of identical brass wall candelabras. Each one has thee upswept curvy arms and round drip wells. Has bulbous feature at bottom and ring at top. Measures apprx 13-24" x 13" and stands 8" out from the wall.

100/300 Sold: $17.25

Fertility Mask from Western Guinea

591. Fertility Mask from Western Guinea


Large wooden shoulder-mask called "Nimba". A fertility mask, it is invoked during the rice harvesting or by women, both pregnant and not, soliciting help and protection. Stands on four legs and bears attributes of the Guinea women such as long ringed neck decoration. Carries flakes of silver color and ornament of flat metal on exterior. Measures apprx 39" tall and 8-1/2" wide at base.

200/300 Sold: $172.50

A Lot of South American Masks

592. A Lot of South American Masks


Lot includes four hand carved wooden masks. Masks are of South American in origin and seem to be specifically Mexican in aesthetic. The "folk" masks take inspiration from a composite of animal and human features using rough shapes and red, white and black pigment. Masks could be a jaguar/ dog, crow, devil, bearded man/ elephant. Range in length from apprx 6-3/4" to 17".

400/600 Sold: $92.00

A Vintage Style Dresser Box & Mirror

593. A Vintage Style Dresser Box & Mirror


A hand mirror with a Mode de Paris image within gold painted frame. Frame rests into a gold painted square box with interior compartments and glass bottom. Overall apprx 3-1/2"T x 7-1/2"W x 9-1/2"L.

75/125 Sold: $126.50

Sculpted Duck Fountain Accessory

594. Sculpted Duck Fountain Accessory


Metal duck has intake valve and opening on bill to spit water. Brown metal with patina, apprx 8"H x 9"L x 5"W.

75/150 Sold: $201.25

St. George Icon, circa 19th Century

595. St. George Icon, circa 19th Century


Hand-chased copper front plate, over hand painted face on wood. Icon is of popular St, george, the knightly dragon slayer. In-typical iconic portrayal haloed George rides his steed while killing the underfoot dragon with his lance. Measures apprx 7" X 5-1/4".

75/125 Sold: $92.00

Jay Strongwater Crystal Screen

596. Jay Strongwater Crystal Screen


This fabulous Jay Strongwater screen is from the Chinoiserie collection. The screen features numerous multi-colored Swarovski crystals set into an ornate bronze finished frame with floral enameled accents. Measures apprx 10" H x 11" W. Signed on verso "Jay Strongwater".

600/800 Sold: $603.75

A French Style Wall Mirror, ca. 20th Century

597. A French Style Wall Mirror, ca. 20th Century


A molded frame of polymer material with gold paint. Central rectangular mirror with a small decorative oval mirror at top. Both have beaded boarders and are surrounded by ornate leaves and fruit, including grapes. Overall apprx 40"T x 25"W.

100/200 Sold: $97.75

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