Published Zapotec Monte Alban Fire God Incensario w/ TL:

Pre-Columbian, Central Mexico, Oaxaca, Classic Monte Alban III, ca. 300 to 600 CE. A very large incense burner, skillfully hand-built from terracotta and presenting the visage of the Hueheuteotl, Zapotec’s Fire God. The deity looks out with an expressive, wrinkled face delineated with wide-open eyes with rendered irises/pupils and sclera, a furrowed brow, a naturalistic nose, and parted lips that reveal his tongue. He wears enormous ear flares, a pectoral, and an impressively large mushroom-shaped headdress (perhaps to reference hallucinogenic mushrooms used during ceremonies), adorned with a skillfully knotted rope ornament. This countenance emerges like a specter from a cylindrical neck that also serves as the vessel body, with perforations through which fragrant incense would have emanated. Size: 12.25″ L x 16.125″ W x 22.125″ H (31.1 cm x 41 cm x 56.2 cm)

Such masterfully hand-built and modeled incensarios were coveted works of prestige, and local lords in the Monte Alban area received them via gift-giving networks that reinforced their power and might. The figure depicted here is that of a recognizable deity – Huehueteotl, the old god of fire, who is among the oldest deities in the Pre-Columbian world, though his precise origin is unknown. Other incensarios and vessels depicted magical spirits, ancestors, or shamans impersonating gods.

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.

Published: Cisneros Art Gallery Catalogue, New York, New York, May 7, 1969 to June 7, 1969.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Gilbert collection, New York City, New York, USA, acq. 1975 to 1991; Published: Cisneros Art Gallery Catalogue, New York, New York, May 7, 1969 to June 7, 1969

All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.

A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

Large 10th C. Cambodian Khmer Stone Dvarapala Figure:

Southeast Asia, Cambodia, Khmer/Angkor Empire, ca. 10th century. A truly remarkable hand-carved stone figure of Dvarapala, a door or gate guardian commonly portrayed as a warrior or ferocious giant. Kneeling on one leg with the other bent before him, the sturdy deity’s stomach hangs gently over his pleated kilt as he rests his right hand on his knee, holding a petite weapon in his strong fist. His fierce face presents two bulging, annular eyes under swirling brows, a bulbous nose, and thick lips slightly parted to reveal sharp fangs. Several rows of tightly-coiled locks frame his vicious visage, topped with an arch of braids. A broad belt encircles his waist, supporting his kilt and featuring a square embellishment above his posterior. Size: 19″ L x 17.25″ W x 35.75″ H (48.3 cm x 43.8 cm x 90.8 cm); 42.25″ H (107.3 cm) on included custom stand.

A statue nearly identical to this piece (though missing an arm) can be found outside of Banteay Srei in Cambodia.

Provenance: acquired by the current collection on January 26, 2021; ex-private southern California collection until 2020, acquired November 25, 1976; ex-Adrian Maynard, London, UK – Published

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Tiffany & Co. diamond and platinum engagement ring:

Centering a Lucida-cut diamond weighing 0.73ct, F/VS1, with 48 round brilliant-cut diamond-set split design shoulders; estimated total diamond weight: 0.90ct.; weighing 3.7 grams; size 5 1/2. Accompanied by Tiffany Gemological Registration Report (moderate wear)

Collection of English and Irish Sterling Flatware:

A collection of Shell Pattern Sterling with several makers marks, including George Gilliam, London; Phillip Weekes, Dublin, And Green & Cadbury. Dates 1901, 1904. Many with engraved Stag. Lot includes; thirteen serving pieces; twelve teaspoons; ten vegetable spoons; twelve soup spoons; eleven dinner forks; sixteen dessert forks; eight dinner knives; eight butter knives. Eighty eight pieces. Approx. total weight 6078 grams

Antique Rare Real Photo Stereoview Florida Orange City:

This is a museum quality Americana real photo stereoviews originals from the epoch (period between 1850s to 1930s). Its provenance is from a top collector (during more than 50 years) in South Florida. This constitutes an opportunity to obtain testimonies of past time that tend to be unique. Their scarcity, condition and the identity of the subject and if possible the identity of the photographer all play a role in determining the value of antique stereoviews. This stereoview is important material for serious collectors, galleries and museums. The dimensions of a stereoview are Approx. 3.5″ x 7″ (sometimes 4″ x 7″).

This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl. The shipping by Artelisted will be via USPS – First Class or Priority (tracking # will be provided via Stamps.com). If you wish to use the “media” mail (books only) via USPS, please send us an email and we will update the corresponding shipping cost. Sometimes Artelisted can decide to coordinate shipping with a third party (between buyer and contractor). Shipping insurance is the responsibility of the buyer. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer. Enquires are welcome, do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience, we are looking to providing you with an excellent service.

Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Antique Rare Real Photo Stereoview Black Americana:

This is a museum quality Americana real photo stereoviews originals from the epoch (period between 1850s to 1930s). Its provenance is from a top collector (during more than 50 years) in South Florida. This constitutes an opportunity to obtain testimonies of past time that tend to be unique. Their scarcity, condition and the identity of the subject and if possible the identity of the photographer all play a role in determining the value of antique stereoviews. This stereoview is important material for serious collectors, galleries and museums. The dimensions of a stereoview are Approx. 3.5″ x 7″ (sometimes 4″ x 7″).

This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl. The shipping by Artelisted will be via USPS – First Class or Priority (tracking # will be provided via Stamps.com). If you wish to use the “media” mail (books only) via USPS, please send us an email and we will update the corresponding shipping cost. Sometimes Artelisted can decide to coordinate shipping with a third party (between buyer and contractor). Shipping insurance is the responsibility of the buyer. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer. Enquires are welcome, do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience, we are looking to providing you with an excellent service.

Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Antique Rare Real Photo Stereoview Florida Ocala Street, 1885:

This is a museum quality Americana real photo stereoviews originals from the epoch (period between 1850s to 1930s). Its provenance is from a top collector (during more than 50 years) in South Florida. This constitutes an opportunity to obtain testimonies of past time that tend to be unique. Their scarcity, condition and the identity of the subject and if possible the identity of the photographer all play a role in determining the value of antique stereoviews. This stereoview is important material for serious collectors, galleries and museums. The dimensions of a stereoview are Approx. 3.5″ x 7″ (sometimes 4″ x 7″).

This lot is located in Boca Raton, Fl. The shipping by Artelisted will be via USPS – First Class or Priority (tracking # will be provided via Stamps.com). If you wish to use the “media” mail (books only) via USPS, please send us an email and we will update the corresponding shipping cost. Sometimes Artelisted can decide to coordinate shipping with a third party (between buyer and contractor). Shipping insurance is the responsibility of the buyer. Ask us if you want to add insurance cost. Note that if there is loss or damage due to bad handling by the transporter, this loss will be assumed only by the buyer. Enquires are welcome, do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience, we are looking to providing you with an excellent service.

Condition: The lots offered in this sale have been selected among many options and always thinking of offering excellent opportunities to the customers. The vast majority are original of the time (unless otherwise indicated).. We have included quality images showing its current condition. Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Rare Laugee Masterpiece (Sequel to The Laundress):

This is a masterpiece oil painting by either Georges Francois P Laugee (1853 – 1937) and / or his father, Desire Laugee (1823 – 1896). Signed lower left in CAPS LAUGEE fils. Originally, it was obtained as a painting by Georges Laugee but under extensive review, seems to be by Desire Laugee (1823 to 1896). Regardless of if it is the famous father or famous son painter, a case of the importance of this painting by either artist can be made based on several major points. If you look up The Laundress that sold in 2014 at Christys in New York and look at images, you will see a young woman. Compare the attire from The Laundress to this piece. Seems that both have same shoes with the shoes of this painting now worn with holes, seems same bonnet in both but this painting the yellow bonnet looks tired, seems they have the same dress but in this one it is now tattered, and seems to have same shawl but in this painting, the shawl is now held by the boy. Additionally, this piece has same capped signature LAUGEE as is the signature style of Desire Laugee verse his son, Georges Laugee, who tended to sign in a cursive style. This piece is signed lowered right in caps with word fils. In french, fils means son. Maybe, the assumption is that fils is referencing Georges Laugee as son of Desire. However, if you look up bio of Desire Laugee, note that he had a father as well whom paid for Desire to go to art school and thus, Desires father started the Laugee family painting legacy. Desire often referenced his father in his paintings as well as the common theme of pheasants, rich vs. poor; as did Georges. So is this Georges Laugee doing a tribute to his father’s famous The Laundress in almost exact form and signing it with his fathers CAPPED signature asa tribute, or, is it Desire Laugee painting his sequel to The Laundress ? Both artists sell for good money, many of paintings went unaccounted for, and frankly, neither artist isthat easy to obtain. Even possible the painting is more valuable if it is Georges Laugee as obtained verse Desire Laugee that seems to be more likely. Whether Georges, Desire, and/or a collaboration, it is a masterpiece. The Laundress by Desire Laugee sold for over $118,000 at auction on October 27, 2014. This piece is for a museum or serious collector that can take care of it. This is one to research and is magnificent in size at 53.5 inches x 40 inches (very similar in size to The Laundress). Painting is in a gold gilt molded wood frame. PROVENANCE: Originally from the estate of Breene M. Kerr, son of Oklahoma Senator Robert S. Kerr. 1% of hammer price for all sold items at Masters of Art Volume III Auction will be donated to the The Maine Audubon Society.
Condition
Overall great condition. Painting has been relined, cleaned, and restored with a newer stretcher. Craquelure and some minor flaking on upper portion of painting. Reviewed under U/V light showing nice green covering over painting and and signature consistent with age.

RARE Circa 17th C. – Belgian Oil with verso Stamp:

Monumental Circa 17th century oil painting . Potentially Lucas van Uden (1592-1672, David Teniers II (1610-1690) (Known also as David Teniers the Younger), a collaboration of the two artists, Pieter Brueghel II? Oil on cloth. Signature not seen. On verso of painting, a faded circular stamp has been found on upper right. Stamp is very similar to the City of Antwerp circular stamp that is on the verso of wood panel painting by Peiter Brueghel II, titled the The Outdoor Wedding that sold for over $1.2 million in 2015 at Christie’s in London . Antwerp Stamps and labels were required by artists of the time in Antwerp by the Antwerp Joiners Guild. See reference on following link from Christie’s article. Note circular stamp image shown on 4th section of link and the images provided on verso of this painting. https://www.christies.com/features/8-things-you-can-learn-from-the-back-of-a-painting-10293-1.aspxVery detailed and masterful painted oil. Over sixty figures in painting in great detail. Interesting change of direction painting leading towards church in backdrop on top right with man face down with dog and boar and empty plates in forefront. Left side shows band playing with mid portion of painting people eating and dancing. Painting was originally housed an elaborate monumental plaster gold gilt frame but four corners and mid sections of frame were damaged when delivered (Painting was not damaged). Both painting and frame including in this sale. Frame has been partially repaired in house. Due to how delicate the frame is, special shipping or pick up will need to be determined by Buyer.In addition to photos provided in auction listing, check back for links of additional photos and video showing both painting and frame. A labeled photo of frame prior to damage to frame shown in images. Painting alone measures inches wide by inches high. Frame measures approximately inches wide by inches high. 1% of hammer price for all sold items at Masters of Art Volume III Auction will be donated to the The Maine Audubon Society.
Condition
Painting is in overall good good condition. rubbing and paint loss around perimeter where frame covered painting. Some spotting. Patches seen on verso of painting. May have been revarnished. Viewed under UV light. Painting was removed from frame. Painting is out of frame and frame has damage as noted in description.

 

Giovanni Antonio Canaletto (1697-1768) Attrb. Signed:

Giovanni Antonio Canaletto (1697 – 1768) Attributed. Italian School. Oil on Copper in gold painted gold frame.Review out of frame, signature found on verso. See photos. Comes with a nice wood gold carved frame. Copper painting is left out of frame for buyer and bidder inspection. Copper from verso measures approximately7 inches wide by 5.25 high. Frame measures approximately 9.5 inches wide by a little under 8 inches high. A pupil of his father, Bernado Canal, Italian artist Giovanni Antonio Canaletto was from Venice and also studied in England. He was known for picture postcards with scenes of landscapes and ruins. Canaletto has sold for over $30,000,000 at auction and his father, Canal, has sold for over $300,000. 1% of hammer price for all sold items at Masters of Art Volume III Auction will be donated to the The Maine Audubon Society.
Condition
Reviewed by naked eye and under UV light inside and outside of frame. Good overall condition. Some rubbing on sides when viewed out of frame. Signature on copper on verso found. See photos including UV photos.