Alice Ravenel Huger Smith:

(American/South Carolina, 1876-1958)

Flower Seller, signed “ARHS”, watercolor on paper, 10-3/4 x 7-1/2 in.; modern wood fram

e, 14-1/2 x 11 in.

Provenance: Private Collection, Illinois

Condition
paper slightly toned, mat burn at edges, laid down on acid free board; frame with light wear

New York Classical Parcel Gilt and Paint Decorated Mahogany Sideboard and Cellarette:

early 19th century, possibly Duncan Phyfe or contemporary, figured backsplash flanked by reeded pilasters, breakfront top with return slides over three conforming drawers, paneled cabinet doors and foliate Ionic columns centered by an arched skirt, acanthus paw feet, 50 x 73 x 24 in.; associated cellarette with a hinged flat dome top opening to a square well, sloped case, reverse ogee base on acanthus paw feet with casters, 27-1/4 x 20-3/4 x 20-1/2 in.

Provenance: Sideboard purchased from F.J. Carey, Penllyn, Pennsylvania, February 1993, for $12,500; Private Baltimore Collection

Cellarette sold Christie’s, New York, October 23, 1993, lot 257, sold for $3,680; J. Michael Flanigan, Baltimore, Maryland, November 1993, purchased for $4,330; Private Baltimore Collection

Provenance: Sideboard purchased from F.J. Carey, Penllyn, Pennsylvania, February 1993, for $12,500; Private Baltimore Collection

Cellarette sold Christie’s, New York, October 23, 1993, lot 257, sold for $3,680; J. Michael Flanigan, Baltimore, Maryland, November 1993, purchased for $4,330; Private Baltimore Collection

Condition

sideboard and cellarette in a fine state of preservation overall; sideboard top with thin cracks, filled areas and a small area of sticker transfer, slides with thin cracks, well restored finish, feet with restored paint and gilt, drawer facings with small patches from earlier pulls (pulls would not have been original), front feet with some minor repairs, rear tapered feet appear to be replaced; associated cellarette with minor veneer repairs along base, interior is lacking divider or metal liner within well, well restored surface, feet with restored gilt and paint; both with general wear and imperfections expected with age, use, and restoration

Elizabeth O’Neill Verner:

(American/South Carolina, 1883-1979)

Charleston Rooftop View, pastel on textured French pastel artist’s board, signed lower right “E O Verner”, 21-1/4 x 25-1/2 in.; modern gilt wood frame, 29-1/4 x 33-3/4 in.

Provenance: Given by the artist to consignor’s grandfather and then by descent in the family of the consignor; Private Charleston Collection

Note on the history of this recent discovery:

As the owner of the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner painting I’d like to give a little history as to how I acquired this beautiful and unique piece. My grandfather, Harry John O’Neill, was Beth (Elizabeth O’Neill) Verner’s older brother. They were extremely close and he promoted her career. He was always supportive of her. My mother, Terence O’Neill, was Harry’s oldest daughter. We all lived in downtown Charleston within walking distance of each other and had a lovely friendship with Aunt Beth. She would often be on the sidewalk in front of her studio chatting to neighbors and tourists alike. My mother would take us to visit and watch her paint and she loved the company of family. She was loaded with personality and so sweet to us. We were oblivious to her talent at that time but as children, we just loved watching her work.

This painting which I’ve inherited was gifted to my mother by Aunt Beth, along with another of marsh & oak trees, probably around the early 1950’s. We grew up seeing it at our house and when my mother died, 22 years ago, my brother inherited it. He passed away last September and he thoughtfully left the painting to me. It has never been shown or even viewed by the public so it’s sort of a “discovery”. It evokes a lot of memories of growing up in Charleston and having the wonderful experiences we had as children. We had no idea how privileged we were, way back in the 1940’s & 50’s to live in this city and wander the streets unencumbered by crowds of tourists and we really had no idea how privileged we were to have Elizabeth O’Neill Verner as our lovely Aunt Beth!

Condition
textured paper is unusual and wonderfully rich, it appears to be slightly toned given light mat burn at edges, pastel is well adhered and un-smudged; frame with light wear

11pc Le Creuset & Dansk Bakeware & Serveware:

Bernardaud Porcelain Covered Vegetables, Constance:

90pc Towle El Grande Sterling Flatware Set, Service for 12:

First Edition 1902 The Golliwogg’s Air-Ship Children Book:

First Edition 1900 The Golliwogg’s Polar Adventures Book:

Original Stereoscopic Albumen Funeral of President Lincoln:

2pc Victorian Brides’ Basket, Frame and Green Bowl:

A charming green bowl crafted from glossy art glass, finished with delicate ruffles and hand-painted floral details. This bowl is nestled in a simple silver-plated ribbon-shaped frame with three pointed feet.

Issued: 20th century
Dimensions: 7.25″L x 6″W x 7.5″H
Condition
Age related wear.