Neil Welliver – Sacred Bull:

Artist: Neil Welliver
Title: Sacred Bull
Dimensions: 94.5in. by 79.25in.
Edition: A rare and unique work of art
Medium: Original oil on canvas
Condition: Excellent
Signature Details: Hand signed in paint by Welliver
Comes with Letter of authenticity and guaranteed in perpetuity

Condition:Excellent

Rare Early Creole Portrait:

(New Orleans, early 19th century)

Portrait of a Creole Woman Historically Known as Marie Laveau, dated 1837, bears signature upper right “G. Catlin Nlle Orl‚ans /mai 1837”, oil on canvas, 29 x 23-1/2 in.; period gilt wood frame, 33-1/2 x 27-1/2 in.

Note: This powerful, compelling, and rare early New Orleans portrait of a free woman of African descent has long been considered the iconic image of the Voodoo Priestess Marie Laveau. It has been surrounded by mystery and legend and lost to the public eye for decades, all of which has added to the aura that surrounds it. Her strength is haunting and unparalleled, made all the more so when one realizes that she is a free woman of color in New Orleans before the Civil War. Having been unseen since the middle of the twentieth century, we are proud to offer this distinctive portrait for auction.

Brunk Auctions wishes to thank Dr. Lisa N. Peters for her research on this painting. (see attached online discussion of the history and possible attributions of the painting by Dr. Peters.)

Provenance: Gaspar Cusachs, New Orleans, by 1911 (on loan to the Louisiana State Museum, New Orleans); Simon J. Shwartz, 1922; Edward Alexander Parsons, by 1933; Private collection, New Orleans, ca. 1962; By descent in the family to the present; Private Florida Collection

Condition
See condition report posted online by Painting Conservation, Asheville, North Carolina.

Platinum Diamond Ring:

center emerald cut diamond, 3.60cts., H, VS2, GIA report 5221387575, two baguette diamonds estimated total weight 0.30ct., stamped “10%IRIDPLAT”, size 5-3/4, 4.4 grams

Note: Brunk Auctions makes no warranty or guarantee whatsoever regarding the jewelry, its colored stones, diamonds, other gem materials, or metals, or as to their status as natural, treated, ?earth mined?, manmade or other. Appraisals, descriptions, photographs, are offered as a service and are not intended to be a complete analysis of the qualities and conditions of the jewelry. All identifications, information, weights, quality, cut, value and other estimates, are opinions, limited by examination and grading the mountings, the condition and the cleanliness of the items. All gems, colored stones, diamonds, ?cultured or natural pearls, fresh water, South Sea, Tahitian pearls?, and other materials used in jewelry, may be enhanced by a variety of treatments. Brunk makes no warranties or guarantees that any clock or watch is in working order.

Provenance: Private Collection

Condition
evidence of sizing, back of shank thin, solder visible, crack to shank- should be examined/repaired by jeweler, wear and scratches

Pair Of Ming Dynasty Qingbai Porcelain Guardian Sculptures:

Two Qingbai porcelain sculptures of guardian with wild hair: one is bearded and stands on sea waves populated by a dragon, one is shaven and stands on rocky ground and a dog. Each guardian has a rectangular hole in his back. Dimensions are as follows:

Bearded – H: 23.5″ W: 9.5″ L: 11.5″
Shaven – H: 22.75″ W: 8.5″ L: 9″

CIRCA: Early 17th Century, possibly older
ORIGIN: China

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CONDITION: Glaze on both pieces exhibits cracking from age; bearded guardian has a few deeper cracks in his underside. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Henri Jean Guillaume Martin Impressionist Painting:

(French, 1860-1943)

Femme Cousant sous un Marronnier, unsigned, oil on canvas, 28-5/8 x 33-5/8 in.; painted and gilt wood and composition frame, 34-5/8 x 39-3/8 in.

Note: This painting was authenticated by Cyrille Martin and a certificate was issued. The original has been separated from the painting and a facsimile will accompany the lot. A woven tapestry of the painting also accompanied the painting when it was sold by Abby M. Taylor Fine Art in 2007.

See: Bonhams New York, November 17, 2020, Lot 03, for a small painting of the same subject.

Provenance: Ex-collection Maurice Fenaille, Paris; Sotheby’s New York, November 8, 2006, lot 215, sold for $168,000; Abby Taylor Fine Art, purchased in 2007 for $230,000 (Accompanied by a copy of the original receipt, Insurance appraisal

Condition
crackle with some cupping; frame with abrasions

Pair Of Chinese Hardwood Lanterns With Original Glass And Case:

Two hardwood lanterns, each featuring its original four glass panes decorated with painted floral and foliage motifs. Wood below lantern panes and wood on platform base galleries are decorated with skirts featuring open-work bat and cloud designs; bases embellished with foo dogs seated on corner columns and open-work foliage between the feet. Each piece is finished with an open-work column at the center of its base supporting the lantern. Handled storage case with sliding door included. Dimensions are as follows:

Lanterns – H: 17.25-17.5″ W: 6.5″ L: 6.5″
Box – H: 21″ W: 7.75″ L: 14.75″

CIRCA: Early 20th Century, possibly older
ORIGIN: China

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CONDITION: Small crack between two sections of one gallery side on base of one lantern. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

18th Cent. Chinese Jade Brush Pot Master Of The Rock School Carving:

Antique jade brush pot carved by a master of the rock school featuring carefully crafted polychrome open-work dragons weaving in and out of polychrome clouds, both in high relief.
Provenance: Mellon Family- Decorated their Irish Castle Home In the Early 20th Cent.
-Likely Belonging to Richard Beatty Mellon (King) and Constance Prosser Melon (Wife)
-Gift From Constance Mellon To Joseph F. Novak (In Gratitude For Eye Surgery For one of The Mellon’s Children)
-Attached pictures of Appraisal from Francis J. Caro
CIRCA: 18th Century
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS: H: 5.5″ W: 7″ L: 7.75″

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CONDITION: Dragon on one side has a broken whisker and some clouds have hairline cracks on another side; piece is in otherwise great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Jean Louis Toutain (1948-2008) Bronze Umbrella Sculpture With Book:

Bronze sculpture by Jean-Louis Toutain depicting a male figure carrying a female figure holding an umbrella. Signed on male figure’s right foot; marked “3/8”. Includes a book on the works of Toutain.
CIRCA: Late 20th to early 21st Century
ORIGIN: France
DIMENSIONS: (Sculpture) H: 25.25″ W: 14.75″ L: 18.75″ (Book) H: 10.5″ W: 0.75″ L: 9.5″

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CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Sevres Flambe Porcelain Bronze Mounted Vase:

An antique Sevres French gilt bronze mounted porcelain vase with blue flambe glazed finish and tapered diamond form. Completed with a beaded engraved rim, and dolphin footed base. Engraved at rim: “Offert Parla Municipalite, 1947, Sevres, Challenge J. Favre” Impressed at underside: “S.86, PN, E.C. 85 11″
CIRCA: 19th Cent.
ORIGIN: French
DIMENSIONS: H: 19″ x W: 6″ x L: 9”
CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email ([email protected]) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Fanciful Flight Vase 01005918 Ltd – Lladro Porcelain:

Glossy porcelain. Lladro backstamp. Artist signatures. Includes wood base, and certificate of authenticity.

Artist: Julio Ruiz and Angeles Cabo
Issued: 2002
Dimensions: 19″H
Edition Number: 68 Edition Size: 300
Manufacturer: Lladro
Country of Origin: Spain
Condition
Good