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Timothy J. Gould, Licensed Maine Auctioneer 

 

FRESH to MARKET ANTIQUE AUCTIONS

 
AN OLD FASHIONED ON-SITE ESTATE AUCTION!!
  TO BE HELD IN EAST MADISON, MAINE     Driving Directions 
ANTIQUE DAY   SATURDAY  JULY 13, 2013
Click Here for PRELIMINARY TEXT LISTING FOR DAY ONE ........ANTIQUES, HOUSEHOLD & USED FURNITURE DAY
Click Here for our 1st ONLINE ILLUSTRATED CATALOG! (DAY ONE)
(PLEASE CLICK HERE for MOTORING DAY Sunday July 14)
 PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR CUSTOMARY BUYER'S PREMIUM OF 15%
WILL BE ADDED TO THE HAMMER PRICE OF ALL PURCHASES.......THANK YOU!!

PLEASE DO'T FORGET.....ON SATURDAY JULY 13 WE START AT 9 A.M. in the STABLE with an NON NUMBERED AUCTION that includes an EXCELLENT SELECTION of  USED FURNITURE, MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, APPLIANCES,  HOUSEHOLD GOODS, GOOD BOX LOTS, COSTUME JEWELRY, GLASS, CHINA, CLOCKS and CLOCK PARTS, ANTIQUE RADIOS & LOTS MORE.

Followed at NOON by our 400 lot catalogued Antiques and Fine Arts Auction!!!!

       

       

       

       

       

                                 

AND I NEARLY FORGOT.......this delightful FOLK ART CARVED and PAINTED WOODEN LION!! In a desirable and manageable size of 12" long, 6  1/2" tall and a fully sculptural 2 1/2" at its widest, the lion has painted tack eyes and individually carved and painted wooden teeth! Found recently in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire

A FEW NICE ATTIC FRESH ADDITIONS!!!!

               
                             

 

A fresh arrival all the way from the Great Lakes! This checkerboard was discovered in Wisconsin recently and has a "dreamy" Great Lakes theme with its two peninsulas greeting a central island in a rather impressionistic fashion. Great colors and sophisticated paint lines.....this board has it all, including its wonderful size of 18  1/2" by 14  1/2! Condition is untouched throughout!

 

A FINE SELECTION of ESTATE FRESH ORIENTAL RUGS!!

 

     

A wonderfully composed and powerfully dramatic late 19th Century Folk Art Carving of a mounted Native American Warrior atop his faithful steed! A generous 16" long and standing 16  1/2" tall the piece is carved from Northern White Pine and is signed and dated by its maker on the bottom of one hoof "KSG  1896". Found recently in the Lakes region of New Hampshire.

 

TWO SUPERB "BULL BARREL" PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLES.
THE TOP EXAMPLE BEARS THE MARK OF LANCASTER, PA MAKER
"LEMAN LANCTR, PA" ON ITS LOCK PLATE AS WELL AS THE
MARKS OF " JAMES BOWN & SONS  PITTSBURGH"
ON ITS BARREL. THE BOTTOM EXAMPLE IS STAMPED "WM LAWRENCE" ON ITS BARREL AND COMES WITH

AN INTERESTING CIVIL WAR PROVENANCE RELATING TO THE 45TH MASSACHUSETTS INFANTRY REGIMENT.
THE GUN IS SAID TO HAVE BEEN CARRIED AS
A SHARPSHOOTERS RIFLE BY
PRIVATE HENRY WINCH OF
COMPANY F, 45 MASS. VOLUNTEERS
DURING 1862-63. ACCOMPANYING THE RIFLE IS A 45TH MASS. REG. SUTTLER'S TICKET, A $10 CONFEDERATE NOTE
AND A CIVILIAN AMBROTYPE PHOTO
OF HENRY WINCH AND HIS WIFE,

ALONG WITH HIS OBITUARY. HENRY WINCH WAS A RESIDENT
OF FRAMINGHAM, MASACHUSETTS.

 

 

A FABULOUS GROUP of EARLY OVER SIZED HAT BOXES including labeled and brightly colored examples!!!! The largest measuring 24 1/8" long x 19"wide and stands 14 1/4" tall...... while the smallest measures 15 7/8" long X 11 3/4" wide and stands 11" tall. Being sold individually.

 

 

 

This recently discovered SEVEN FOOT FARM TABLE was found in Searsport, Maine. It could be used as a dining table but would be a wonderful sofa table as it has amazing height of 30" and an unusual shallow top measuring just 17  1/2" wide. A particularly tough form to find in this desirable size. Original surface of worn brown paint. Coastal Maine ca. 1850.

           

   

   

 

An absolutely PRISTINE and LARGE example of the work of the BOSTON ART CARVING COMPANY!!! The imposing AMERICAN EAGLE is in amazing original surface and condition. Found recently "tucked under the eaves" of a suburban Boston home, its ORIGINAL GOLD LEAF has REMARKABLE LUSTER! If you look for the BEST in form, surface and condition........this is the one! Wingspan measures 48". Made in Boston during the mid 20th century.

 

Beautifully proportioned and of superior joinery, this fine 18th century "Dish Top" Candle Stand retains a superb original finish and is in undisturbed structural condition. Graceful and elegant yet sturdy and tight, the stand is crafted from dense mahogany. It measures 28  3/4" tall (when in upright position). When its top is "down" it measures 19  3/4" tall. Its top diameter measures 19  3/4" (by 19  1/2" with expected shrinkage). New England ca. 1760. A superior example!

  

  

  
           

 

This ORIGINAL MOOSEHEAD LAKE "DOCK" SIGN from the COBURN STEAM BOAT COMPANY at  GREENVILLE, MAINE is DOUBLE SIDED and measures 14 feet in length!!! This is the original sign from the company which piloted the legendary steamboat "KATAHDIN"! The  Katahdin still navigates the waters of Moosehead Lake today!!!

 

A sweetheart of a New England rarity!! This extremely early 18th century HANGING SPICE CUPBOARD has all the "bells and whistles! Dovetailed case, sculptural strap hinges, wonderfully scalloped crest and a face molded, compartmented interior. A pleasing and honest surface of early 19th century red paint over original 18th century red. Its size and proportions are exquisite measuring a mere 14  3/4" (case width)  10  5/8" deep and 16  1/2" to top of crest (13  3/8" tall to its top). New England pine with LARGE dovetails, rose head nail and wooden peg construction. A nearly impossible form to find in this condition and surface! Discovered recently in a central Maine home.
 

 

 

 

This charming and early watercolor is thought to be the NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND "ICE CREAM & CONFECTIONERY SALOON" of WILLIAM SISSON! The unusual configuration of Sisson's American Flag suggests a date prior to the Civil War. Measures 8 1/2" x  9" (sight). Watercolor on paper laid down on heavier paper. Please note that water staining is mostly to mounting paper only. Original frame measures 12" x 12  1/2".
        

 

This TINY oval Shaker Box in BREATHTAKINGLY VIBRANT, ORIGINAL PAINT is HANDS DOWN the FINEST SHAKER BOX WE HAVE EVER HAD IN OUR HANDS!! Discovered in the attic of an early 19th century Augusta, Maine area farmhouse, just two weeks ago!! The box is UNDISTURBEDTHROUGHOUT!! Measures 3  5/8" by 2  1/2" at its lid and stands 1  7/16" tall. This remarkable example is the "Cock of the Walk" for the "Top of the Stack"!!!

 

A FINE early to mid 19th century DRESSMAKER'S SIGN that is in lovely Mustard painted ground with a Windsor Green border and delicately executed, yet bold Black lettering! Its applied border molding is Black at its front edge and a creamy  light green on its sides. A SUPERIOR example in nearly impossible to find ORIGINAL condition throughout! Measures 30  1/4" wide by 13  1/4" tall and 1" deep at its molded edge.

 

This MAGNIFICENT and EARLY carved American Eagle exhibits many attributes of the Philadelphia eagle carver WILLIAM RUSH (1756-1833). In its OUTSTANDING original gilded and painted SURFACE, the eagle is of a wonderfully manageable size, measuring 9  1/2" tall and 12' wide. The atypical "ledge" mount, talon detail, eye and feather carving patterns are all consistent with the work of Wm. Rush. With its two dimensional form it may be displayed as either free standing or wall hung.

 

WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS
(1842-1909)
The One Hundred Thirty Five Foot Schooner "SUSAN N. PICKERING" of DEERE ISLE, MAINE was built at BELFAST, MAINE in 1882. This large oil on canvas is housed in its original frame and measures 29  1/2" x 43 1/2" (overall) and 22" x 35  1/2" (sight). A fine example of the work of this noted Maine marine artist.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A SUPERB SELECTION of MAINE PAINT DECORATED BOXES in DESIRABLE SIZES!!! The Spectacularly Carved Red Flat Top Box measures 15" wide x 9 1/2" tall and 9 1/2" deep. The Remarkable Red Painted Floral & Geometric Decorated Dome Top Box measures 14" wide x 6" tall and 7" deep. The "O.S.B." Monogrammed Flat Top Box with Superb Multi Colored Sponged Paint Decoration measures 10 1/2" wide x 4 1/2"" tall and 5 1/2" deep. The Classic Red & Black Grain Painted Dome Top Box measures 14 3/4" wide x 7 1/4" tall and 8 3/4" deep. The Larger Wood Grained, Green Striped Bordered Dome Top Box measures 24 3/4" wide x 11" tall and 12 1/8" deep.

     

 

 

 

 

TWO SUPERIOR and UNTOUCHED MAINE PAINTED GAME BOARDS!!! The CHECKERBOARD is totally square nail construction while the PARCHEESI has a combination of square and round nails. Both examples have UNTOUCHED ORIGINAL SURFACES. The Checkerboard measures 16" x 14 3/4" while the Parcheesi Board measures 19 3/4" x 19 1/2".

                 

 

 

OH PINE TREE STATE!!
OH so MAINE and OH such GREAT DRY PAINT!!
A sampling of an EXCELLENT SELECTION of PAINTED MAINE FURNITURE. Please stay tuned for some SUPERB painted Maine accessories.

 

FERNANDO CUETO AMORSOLO

(1892-1972)

Each of these FOUR rare PHILIPPINE WARTIME PAINTINGS by this legendary Manila artist are signed dated 1945. Recently discovered in a home near Bangor, Maine these heretofore unknown works are in untouched original condition and are in American framing of the period.

This remarkably moving wartime work depicts a suckling child in its desperate, fleeing mothers arms. An extremely "hard hitting" portrayal of street life during the Battle of Manila, the painting strikingly conveys the raw and terrifying emotions of war. An extremely rare and immensely skillful rendering by this renowned Filipino master. This framed oil on canvas board is signed lower left "F. Amorsolo  1945" and measures 9  1/2" by 14" (sight).

 

This war ravaged Manila street scene is a superbly detailed work which exhibits remarkable lighting. The framed oil on canvas board is signed lower left "F. Amorsolo   Manila  April 21, 1945" and measures 10" by 14  1/2"" (sight).

 

With its exceptional lighting and tonal qualities this wonderful Philippine genre scene of Bull Riders showcases Amorsolo's amazing talents while striking an incredibly sharp contrast to the accompanying Amorsolo wartime works. This framed oil on canvas board is signed lower right "F. Amorsolo  1945" and measures  12" by 15  1/2" (sight).

 

A decimated Manila church is portrayed in yet another masterful work which is didactic in its remarkable lighting and tonal quality. The framed oil on artist board is signed lower right "F. Amorsolo   Manila  1945" and measures 12" by 15  1/2" (sight).

 

The FINEST SET of MAINE SUMMER CAMP BENCHES we have ever encountered........WHO'S DEALING? In superb original paint with cutouts for each suit of the deck!! A charming and nearly impossible to find set of four! Each measures 42" long.

 

           

           

A SUPERB DOUBLE "POLLINATING BIRD" JUG.

Signed front and back "A.A. GIBBS". Please note the unusual and wonderfully whimsical formed faux "screw heads" at the bottom of its strap handle. Likely a Somerset, Massachusetts potter, as it was originally found in the neighboring town of Swansea. Two gallon. Condition is excellent.

 

FINE MARQUETRY and PARQUETRY INLAID FURNITURE.

 

 

SEVERAL
FINE NEW ENGLAND QUILTS!!

 

   

Important Original Framed Miniature Watercolor Portrait attributed to JAMES SANFORD ELLSWORTH of the Connecticut GOVERNOR HENRY LEAVITT ELLSWORTH along with several outstanding Miniature Watercolor Portraits on Ivory and Paper, including signed examples by artists "PERIN" (Louis Lie Perin - Salbreus) and "D. Lynch (Pinxt 1828)".

       

       

       

       

       

       

                 

       

       

       

       

                     

       

        

       

       

        

        

                                   

 

AN OLD FASHIONED ON-SITE ESTATE AUCTION!!

PLEASE JOIN US for a NOSTALGIC MAINE EXPERIENCE

(CLICK HERE FOR MOTORING DAY, SUNDAY JULY 14)

PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION as we "SORT THROUGH" THIS WONDERFUL "TREASURE TROVE"!

THE ESTATE of the late Mr. GLEN & Mrs. PAT HOLDEN, to be held at their lovely two hundred sixty acre farm with its ca. 1817 Cape style home, barns and out-buildings. SATURDAY will include fine antiques (with FRESHLY PICKED additions), used furniture and household items....... while SUNDAY will be "MOTORING DAY" (antique CARS, TRACTORS, MOTORCYCLES, early "ONE LUNG" ENGINES, TOOLS and the like!). There is sure to be SOMETHING for EVERYONE and some fabulous surprises!!

PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION as we "SORT THROUGH" THIS WONDERFUL "TREASURE TROVE"!

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