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FAR 613 - Premier Art and Magnificent Selections

For the discriminating collector or investor..... Cornerstone items for this auction include a rare 1969 Alice in Wonderland with illustrations by Salvador Dali and signed by Dali . Also three original oils on canvas by renowned artist J. Vance Miller of Blacksburg Virginia and an original oil by Roland Bailey of Roanoke Virginia. Plus Victorian era portraits, Hudson Valley style oil on canvas, a portrait by Issac Henry Caliga of Boston, etchings, P Buckley Moss print, Limited Edition Giclee prints by Arbe. Many lots in this auction are from the Johnson and McClench families of Massachusetts. The Johnson family owned Oak Knoll in Danvers Massachusetts and cared for the poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier from 1876 until til his death in 1892. A cane presented to Whittier is included in this auction as well as a very impressive Gorham sterling tureen that was from Oak Knoll. Mary Ann Johnson married Joseph U McClench and many more lots in this sale descended through these two families including the Whittier items as well as family silver, Civil War swords, the naval sword and nautical instruments of Donald McClench who served in WWI and WWII as well as teaching navigation at the US Naval Academy at Annapolis as well as items he brought home from is travels. Several rare books as well as several captured WWII Japanese military items including a Katana sword. So many fine selections from which to choose. We know you will enjoy!

Auction ID: FAR 613
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29 Wildwood Road Salem, VA 24153
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Jun 12, 2024, 10:00:00 PM
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Monday, June 10, 2024 2:00 PM to8:00 PM
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Friday, June 14, 2024 2:00 PM to8:00 PM
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    • FAR 613 - Premier Art and Magnificent Selections

    For the discriminating collector or investor..... Cornerstone items for this auction include a rare 1969 Alice in Wonderland with illustrations by Salvador Dali and signed by Dali . Also three original oils on canvas by renowned artist J. Vance Miller of Blacksburg Virginia and an original oil by Roland Bailey of Roanoke Virginia. Plus Victorian era portraits, Hudson Valley style oil on canvas, a portrait by Issac Henry Caliga of Boston, etchings, P Buckley Moss print, Limited Edition Giclee prints by Arbe. Many lots in this auction are from the Johnson and McClench families of Massachusetts. The Johnson family owned Oak Knoll in Danvers Massachusetts and cared for the poet and abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier from 1876 until til his death in 1892. A cane presented to Whittier is included in this auction as well as a very impressive Gorham sterling tureen that was from Oak Knoll. Mary Ann Johnson married Joseph U McClench and many more lots in this sale descended through these two families including the Whittier items as well as family silver, Civil War swords, the naval sword and nautical instruments of Donald McClench who served in WWI and WWII as well as teaching navigation at the US Naval Academy at Annapolis as well as items he brought home from is travels. Several rare books as well as several captured WWII Japanese military items including a Katana sword. So many fine selections from which to choose. We know you will enjoy!
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    19% buyer's premium will be added to the final high bid for each lot sold. Shipping Options: The Packaging Store of Roanoke, VA. 540-772-0999 or va203@gopackagingstore.com Visa and MC Registration only. Lots begin closing at 6:00 PM. With 4 lots closing every 2 minutes.
    Large Sterling Soup Tureen By Gorham
    Greek Revival style circa 1860-1880. Marked with Gorham hallmark and 30. Bearded masks on each side and each handle. Greek key design to borders. Oval lid is topped by a rampant lion and shield finial. Monogrammed on each side. Descended through the Johnson family to Caroline Johnson, first cousin to John Greenleaf Whittier, then to William Wallace McClench. Mrs Johnson at Oak Knoll, Haverhill MA. A letter acknowledging the gift of the tureen to cousin William from Aunt Caroline is included. Excellent condition. Approximately 98 Troy Oz total weight. Estimated value $5,000-7,000 - Lot 1
  • $3,400.00
    • Large Sterling Soup Tureen By Gorham
    Lot 1 - Greek Revival style circa 1860-1880. Marked with Gorham hallmark and 30. Bearded masks on each side and each handle. Greek key design to borders. Oval lid is topped by a rampant lion and shield finial. Monogrammed on each side. Descended through the Johnson family to Caroline Johnson, first cousin to John Greenleaf Whittier, then to William Wallace McClench. Mrs Johnson at Oak Knoll, Haverhill MA. A letter acknowledging the gift of the tureen to cousin William from Aunt Caroline is included. Excellent condition. Approximately 98 Troy Oz total weight. Estimated value $5,000-7,000
  • $3,400.00
    • 11 Monogramed Sterling Ice Cream Forks
    Marked B S sterling. 5 1/8� long. Approximately 6.65 Troy oz. Estimated value $130-160 - Lot 2
  • $105.00
    • 11 Monogramed Sterling Ice Cream Forks
    Lot 2 - Marked B S sterling. 5 1/8� long. Approximately 6.65 Troy oz. Estimated value $130-160
  • $105.00
    • 12 La Touraine Pattern Sterling Dinner Forks
    Marked Reed and Barton and monogrammed K H M. Good condition. Approximately 19.34 Troy oz. Estimated value $375-425 - Lot 3
  • $240.00
    • 12 La Touraine Pattern Sterling Dinner Forks
    Lot 3 - Marked Reed and Barton and monogrammed K H M. Good condition. Approximately 19.34 Troy oz. Estimated value $375-425
  • $240.00
    • 9 Sterling Individual Butter Knives
    Monogrammed K H M and marked with 1895 and unknown hallmark. Good condition. Approximately 5.21 Troy oz. Estimated value $90-120 - Lot 4
  • $90.00
    • 9 Sterling Individual Butter Knives
    Lot 4 - Monogrammed K H M and marked with 1895 and unknown hallmark. Good condition. Approximately 5.21 Troy oz. Estimated value $90-120
  • $90.00
    • 6 Sterling Fairfax Pattern Bullion Spoons
    No monogram and marked Durgin. Approximately 4.05 Troy oz. - Lot 6
  • $90.00
    • 6 Sterling Fairfax Pattern Bullion Spoons
    Lot 6 - No monogram and marked Durgin. Approximately 4.05 Troy oz.
  • $90.00
    • 6 John Alden Pattern Bullion Spoons
    Marked Watson Co and monogrammed K H M. Approximately 4.02 Troy oz Estimated value $75-100 - Lot 5
  • $50.00
    • 6 John Alden Pattern Bullion Spoons
    Lot 5 - Marked Watson Co and monogrammed K H M. Approximately 4.02 Troy oz Estimated value $75-100
  • $50.00
    • 10pcs Miscellaneous Sterling Flatware
    Includes three sauce ladles, food pusher and cheese scoop. Approximately 5.86 Troy oz. Estimated value $110-130 - Lot 7
  • $100.00
    • 10pcs Miscellaneous Sterling Flatware
    Lot 7 - Includes three sauce ladles, food pusher and cheese scoop. Approximately 5.86 Troy oz. Estimated value $110-130
  • $100.00
    • Lot Of 9 Coin Silver Teaspoons
    8 are by S D Brower and son of Albany NY Circa 1810-1850. Also a G Loomis of Erie PA circa 1850 and a similar spoon in sterling by Gorham for a total of 10 pcs. Approximately 5.42 Troy oz. Estimated value $90-120 - Lot 8
  • $90.00
    • Lot Of 9 Coin Silver Teaspoons
    Lot 8 - 8 are by S D Brower and son of Albany NY Circa 1810-1850. Also a G Loomis of Erie PA circa 1850 and a similar spoon in sterling by Gorham for a total of 10 pcs. Approximately 5.42 Troy oz. Estimated value $90-120
  • $90.00
    • Lot Of Three Sterling Napkin Rings
    Two are monogrammed. Good condition. Approximately 2.93 Troy oz. Estimated value $60-80 - Lot 10
  • $60.00
    • Lot Of Three Sterling Napkin Rings
    Lot 10 - Two are monogrammed. Good condition. Approximately 2.93 Troy oz. Estimated value $60-80
  • $60.00
    • 5 Pieces Of Weighted Sterling Holloware.
    Includes a La Pierre sugar and creamer 3 1/2 inches high. Hamilton sugar , creamer, and nut dish 3 1/4 inches high. One handle is detached from the sugar but is present. Good condition except for noted damage. Estimated value $60-90 - Lot 9
  • $50.00
    • 5 Pieces Of Weighted Sterling Holloware.
    Lot 9 - Includes a La Pierre sugar and creamer 3 1/2 inches high. Hamilton sugar , creamer, and nut dish 3 1/4 inches high. One handle is detached from the sugar but is present. Good condition except for noted damage. Estimated value $60-90
  • $50.00
    • 7pc Sterling Nut Bowl Set
    Each piece has reticulated rims. Master is 1 inch high by 4 5/8 inch diameter and individual bowls are 5/8 inch high by 2 1/2 inch diameter. Good condition. Approximately 4.58 Troy oz. Estimate $90-110 - Lot 11
  • $90.00
    • 7pc Sterling Nut Bowl Set
    Lot 11 - Each piece has reticulated rims. Master is 1 inch high by 4 5/8 inch diameter and individual bowls are 5/8 inch high by 2 1/2 inch diameter. Good condition. Approximately 4.58 Troy oz. Estimate $90-110
  • $90.00
    • Lot Of 2 Sterling Baby Cups
    One has hammered design with gilt interior and is monogrammed Billy. The second cup has barnyard scenes and shows some minor dents. Tallest 2 5/8 inches. Approximately 4.47 Troy oz. Estimated value $75-100 - Lot 12
  • $50.00
    • Lot Of 2 Sterling Baby Cups
    Lot 12 - One has hammered design with gilt interior and is monogrammed Billy. The second cup has barnyard scenes and shows some minor dents. Tallest 2 5/8 inches. Approximately 4.47 Troy oz. Estimated value $75-100
  • $50.00
    • Two Sterling Calling Card Cases
    Both are monogrammed. Largest is 3 1/4 inches x 3 1/8 inches x 7/16 inches. Larger has minor denting. Approximately 5.62 Troy oz. Estimated value $120-150 - Lot 14
  • $85.00
    • Two Sterling Calling Card Cases
    Lot 14 - Both are monogrammed. Largest is 3 1/4 inches x 3 1/8 inches x 7/16 inches. Larger has minor denting. Approximately 5.62 Troy oz. Estimated value $120-150
  • $85.00
    • Sterling Baby Cup
    Monogrammed Billy McC 2nd. 3 inch tall by 2 7/8� diameter. Good condition. Approximately 2.91 Troy oz. Estimated value $50-70 - Lot 13
  • $50.00
    • Sterling Baby Cup
    Lot 13 - Monogrammed Billy McC 2nd. 3 inch tall by 2 7/8� diameter. Good condition. Approximately 2.91 Troy oz. Estimated value $50-70
  • $50.00
    • Miniature Sterling Tea Caddy
    Monogrammed and has some denting to front. 3 3/8 inches by 3 3/8� inches by 1 7/8� inches deep. Approximately 2.62 Troy oz Estimated value $60-90 - Lot 15
  • $65.00
    • Miniature Sterling Tea Caddy
    Lot 15 - Monogrammed and has some denting to front. 3 3/8 inches by 3 3/8� inches by 1 7/8� inches deep. Approximately 2.62 Troy oz Estimated value $60-90
  • $65.00
    • Lot Of 6 Sterling Handled Serving Pieces
    Includes two carving sets, sharpening sterling and cheese server. All are monogrammed. Wear from use. Estimated value $50-75 - Lot 16
  • $30.00
    • Lot Of 6 Sterling Handled Serving Pieces
    Lot 16 - Includes two carving sets, sharpening sterling and cheese server. All are monogrammed. Wear from use. Estimated value $50-75
  • $30.00
    • Ornate Sterling Monogrammed Punch Ladle
    Bowl is gilt with applied gilt stags head. Handle is topped by a bust of Minerva. Overall length is 12 3/4 inches. Approximately 7.01 Troy ozs. Estimated value $175-225 - Lot 18
  • $410.00
    • Ornate Sterling Monogrammed Punch Ladle
    Lot 18 - Bowl is gilt with applied gilt stags head. Handle is topped by a bust of Minerva. Overall length is 12 3/4 inches. Approximately 7.01 Troy ozs. Estimated value $175-225
  • $410.00
    • Lot Of Miscellaneous Sterling Items
    Includes matchbox cover, 2 napkin clips, and 5 3/4 inch diameter plate. All are monogrammed. Plus a pair of silver overlay glass coasters. Approximately 3.65 Troy oz weighable silver. Estimated value $75-100 - Lot 17
  • $70.00
    • Lot Of Miscellaneous Sterling Items
    Lot 17 - Includes matchbox cover, 2 napkin clips, and 5 3/4 inch diameter plate. All are monogrammed. Plus a pair of silver overlay glass coasters. Approximately 3.65 Troy oz weighable silver. Estimated value $75-100
  • $70.00
    • Scarce Bronze Medal From Springfield Massachusetts
    Issued for the dedication of the municipal buildings in Springfield Mass in 1913. Marked with the initials HSC for Gail Sherman Corbett. Excellent condition. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Estimated value $750-1000 - Lot 19
  • $95.00
    • Scarce Bronze Medal From Springfield Massachusetts
    Lot 19 - Issued for the dedication of the municipal buildings in Springfield Mass in 1913. Marked with the initials HSC for Gail Sherman Corbett. Excellent condition. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Estimated value $750-1000
  • $95.00
    • Ejb Co. Sterling Purse/Compact With Chain
    Interior has coin holders, mirror, compact, and money clip. Front has diecut floral engraving and is monogrammed. Minor denting to back. Approximately 3.07 Troy ozs total weight. - Lot 20
  • $92.00
    • Ejb Co. Sterling Purse/Compact With Chain
    Lot 20 - Interior has coin holders, mirror, compact, and money clip. Front has diecut floral engraving and is monogrammed. Minor denting to back. Approximately 3.07 Troy ozs total weight.
  • $92.00
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