Seattle Folk Antiques

	Description	Price
	Item: Antique Colored Map Inventory #: 6198 Description: 17th C. map by well-known Johannes Meyer. Of Germany, upper left title “Landtcarte/Von dem Sudertheill/Dithmarschen.” Toned but colors still bright. Images of sea monsters, ships, and two men and a baby, as well as locale topography. Laid down on cardboard backing. From the Seattle estate of a book collector and book manuscript editor. Dimension: Unframed 15-3/4” by 23-1/2”, framed 18-3/4” by 25”	$495
	Item: Paul Jacoulet Woodblock Print Inventory #: 6197 Description: Woodblock print by French artist, Paul Jacoulet (1896-1960). Titled “Marionettes Chinoises,” this was published 29 April 1935. It is cataloged as #18 in “The Prints of Paul Jacoulet” by Richard Miles (1982). The print has vibrant colors and is double-matted and beautifully framed. It may have some even toning but has not been examined out of the frame. From the Seattle estate of a book collector and book manuscript editor. Dimension: Framed 23-1/4” by 19-1/2” by 3/4”	$795
	Item: Antique Oil Painting by Robert Sanderson Inventory #: 4873 Description: Oil painting on beveled panel by Scottish artist Robert Sanderson (1848-1908). Heavy carved gilt frame, likely repainted, and probably original to the picture. Titled “The Young Mother” on original back label and signed l/l. Charming scene of mother nursing her baby as a dog lays at her feet. Small scrape at upper right and some rubbing at frame edge. Dimension: Frame 20-1/2” high, 16-1/2” wide, 3-1/2” deep	$995
	Item: Mary Cassatt Print Inventory #: 6194 Description: Vintage print by Mary Cassatt titled Mother & baby. Printed inscription also reads, “To Dr. Lucas with my best compliments. Mary Cassatt.” Good condition not examined out of mat. Dimension: Mat 18” by 14”, image 12-1/4” by 8-1/4”	$275
	Item: Antique Portraits Inventory #: 6191 Description: Pair of portraits on canvas. Probably husband and wife, circa 1820. Wife shows wealth with lace-trimmed dress, red shawl, and coral beads. Fine condition with no damage. Indication on wife's forehead that previous owner may have tested cleaning of the picture. Stunning frames, also in fine condition with insignificant nicks in gold leaf. Dimension: Framed 21-1/2” by 18-3/4”; sight 15-1/2” by 12”	$1295/pair
	Item: 18th and 19th C. Cobb Family Record Inventory #: 6183 Description: Watercolor on paper family record for William and Lepha Cobb. They were married by Rev. Caleb Bradley of Westbrook, Maine, on November 3, 1811. Later generations of births and marriages to 1826 are included in the record. All hand-written with colored flowers in the corners, the paper was folded but seems complete. The Cobb family name is well-represented in Westbrook today. Dimension: Framed 11” by 10”	$325
	Item: Watercolor of Sailing Boat Inventory #: 4438 Description: Charming impressionist watercolor of a small sailing boat at sunrise or sunset. A beautiful thing in a small package. Signed l/l by James Eccles (Am. 1885-1983). Probably framed in the 1950s. Dimension: 4" by 5"; frame 12-1/4" by 15-1/4"	$225
	Item: Marie Laurencin, Head of a Young Girl Inventory #: 6168 Description: Colored etching or engraving of Head of a Young Girl, by Marie Laurencin, 1947. Initialled l/r. Dimension: Frame 15-3/4 by 13-1/4", approx. sight 6-3/4 by 4-3/4"	$495
	Item: Kohana San, Japanese Song Book Inventory #: 6167 Description: A song and woodblock book of a Geisha, Kohana San. Published by T. Hasegawa with a date of 1892. Excellent condition with strong colors and the original silk thread binding. Dimension: 7-3/4 by 6-1/2"	$395
	Item: Antique Colored Drawing of Lion Inventory #: 6155 Description: Beautiful antique pencil and pastel or colored pencil drawing of a lion. Look at that face! The cat looks more surprised than fierce. Stunning Victorian heavily carved 3-level gilt frame. Dimension: Frame: 27-1/2" high, 32-1/2" wide, 2-1/2" deep. Sight: 17-1/2" high, 22-1/4" wide	$895
	Item: Vintage Tattoo Flash Art Inventory #: 6153 Description: Original hand-drawn ink and watercolor tattoo flash art on cardboard. Beautiful examples of the tattoo artist' skills. Purchased from a collector who spent decades at sea, much of it in the Philippines. Some minor stains to the background, but the designs are exquisite. Dimension: Approx. 9-1/2 by 15"	$500
	Item: Rafael Senet Y Perez Watercolor Inventory #: 6123 Description: Stunning and large watercolor of a cardinal by listed Spanish artist Rafael Senet Y Perez (1856-1926). This picture has remarkable detail and emotion and is a fine example of his skill in this medium. Dimension: Frame 32” by 26”	$1795
	Item: Lyman Byxbe Etching Inventory #: 6091 Description: Lyman Byxbe (Illinois, 1886-1980) etching, “Lone Pine,” pencil signed lower right. Byxbe was a commercial artist in Nebraska, who also worked in Estes Park, Colorado, capturing the natural beauty of that area. Dimension: 14-1/8” by 11-1/8”	$250
	Item: Felix Bracquemond Etching Inventory #: 6027 Description: Felix Bracquemond (French 1833-1914) etching, “Sarcelles (Teals).” Signed in the plate upper right, and in pencil lower right. Bracquemond was a painter, designer of ceramics, etcher and friend of the Impressionists. Dimension: 19-5/8” by 21-1/8”	$650
	Item: Ahl Watercolor Inventory #: 6041 Description: Watercolor of trees and pond by Henry Hammond Ahl (Am. 1869-1953). Signed l/r on paper embossed Campbell Art Co, Elizabeth, N.J. Unframed but in original mat. Dimension: Matted 10-7/8” by 13”	$150
	Item: Collection of David Miller Drawings Inventory #: 5961 Description: Collection of seven drawings on ledger paper. Probably Pennsylvania and purchased as a group, one is signed by David Miller, who is presumed to be the artist of all. Late 19th century, with one dated 1885 on the back. The largest in a handmade carved and painted folk art frame, other frames vary from lemon gold to plain black. Dimension: Smallest 4-1/8” by 5-1/8”; largest 10-1/4” by 12-1/4”	$995 for all
	Item: Pair of Frank Henry Shapleigh Watercolors Inventory #: 5797 Description: Pair of watercolors of a Tuscan farm scene and a canal by Frank Henry Shapleigh (1842-1906). Canal scene signed l/l. He painted many sites in New Hampshire, but also studied and painted in Europe. Found in Tucson, these are said to be from the estate of the artist. Dimension: Framed 23-1/8” by 18-5/8”	$595/pair
	Item: R. A. Miller Painting on Paneling Inventory #: 5764 Description: Paint and marker on paneling by Georgia Outsider artist, R. A. Miller (1912-2006). Pink-hatted elephant trainer on his animal, along with a dinosaur, and rhino. Found many years ago in Boise, Idaho. Dimension: 16” high, 20” wide	$495
	Item: Kady B. Faulkner Watercolor Inventory #: 5696 Description: Watercolor by NY/Nebraska artist, Kady B. Faulkner (1901-1977). Pencil signed l/r and dated 1952. Faulkner has works in the permanent collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, the Museum of Nebraska Art and the Great Plains Art Museum, as well as others. Dimension: Framed 22” by 28” by 1-1/2”	$495
	Item: Oil Painting of Fish and Creel Inventory #: 5673 Description: C. late 19th or early 20th century oil on canvas of several trout spilling out of a creel in tall grass, with the pole nearby. Every tiny detail of this beautiful painting shimmers in natural light. Signed Crane l/l, the painting has been professionally cleaned and a small tear invisibly repaired. Dimension: Framed 30” by 26” by 2-1/2”	$1695
	Item: E. Melvin Bolstad Painting Inventory #: 5599 Description: Small original oil or acrylic on board by noted folk art artist, E. Melvin Bolstad. Signed l/l, the painting is titled “Skaters Waltz!” and #1-2 and dated 12-25-’64 on back. Dimension: Framed 5” high, 6” wide, 5/8” deep	$495
	Item: Antique Oil on Board of Cows Inventory #: 5548 Description: Painting of two cows standing in a stream. One cow seems to have lifted her head in the act of drinking, which accounts for the nose drips. A very folky piece painted on board with a label on back. The art supply firm, F.W. Devoe, did business at the noted location in the mid- to late-19th century. Dimension: Framed 17-1/4 by 20-1/2 by ½”	$295
	Item: Illustration Art for Tea-Time Tales Inventory #: 5525 Description: Original book cover illustration for “Tea-Time Tales,” part of a series of children’s books published by Birn Brothers Ltd. in mid- 20th century London. The watercolor on illustration board is beautifully and precisely done. A penciled “OK” with illegible signature on the back, next to a typed reference number was presumably done by an editor. A label with bar code is also attached, clearly not original to the piece. Dimension: 16-1/4” by 12-3/4”	$345
	Item: Antique Folky Painting of Terriers and Rat Inventory #: 5496 Description: Folky oil on board of two terriers pursuing a rat. Their efforts are fruitless; the dogs are chained, the rat has avoided a trap, and is escaping through a hole in the floor. Dimension: Frame 13-3/8” high, 15-5/16” wide, 3/4” deep	$295
	Item: Vintage Etching or Engraving of Elk Inventory #: 5492 Description: Colored etching or engraving of an elk or moose. Beautifully done. Signed l/r with cipher and Deppe 26. Dimension: Frame 14-1/4” high, 11-1/4” wide, 1/2” deep	$225
	Item: Antique Reverse Painting on Glass of Girl and Cat Inventory #: 5464 Description: C. early 20th Century reverse painting on glass of girl and cat descending staircase. Doll and girl’s shoe lie at the foot of the stairs. Appears to be in original lemon gold frame with some scratches. (The large spot on the girl’s head is camera flash.) A few years ago, I saw an oil painting of this same picture at an antiques show. It was wearing a “Sold” tag, so no information was available at that time. Dimension: 13-1/4” high, 9-5/8” wide, 1” deep	$445
	Item: Antique Triptych Icon of Nursing Madonna Inventory #: 5454 Description: Beautiful hand-carved and -painted nursing Madonna triptych icon with saints in the side panels. May be as early as 17th century, but still shows vibrant gold and colors and condition. Dimension: Closed 17-1/2 high, 8-3/4” wide, 1-1/2” deep. Open 17-3/4” wide.	$1895
	Item: Watercolor by Roy C. Townsend Inventory #: 4573 Description: Unique watercolor of many different Indian headdresses and weapons by Roy C. Townsend. In original frame and signed l/r. Dimension: Framed 22-3/4” by 27-3/4” by 1-1/2”	$495
	Item: Alexandre Gregoire Oil Painting Inventory #: 5398 Description: This colorful oil painting on masonite is titled “Ceremonie”. Painted by the listed Haitian artist, Alexandre Gregoire (1922-2001), the back shows a partial label from the Hokin Gallery, Inc. in Palm Beach, FL, as well as a shipping label for a previous owner. The painting is in beautiful original condition and is signed l/r. Dimension: 24” by 36”; framed 31-1/4” by 43”	$1395
	Item: Watercolor of Two Men Returning from the Hunt Inventory #: 5264 Description: European watercolor of two men and a dog returning home from hunting. Illegibly signed and dated l/r 27 VII [July] 45. Dimension: Framed 13-3/4 by 17-3/4”	$225
	Item: Four Kittens Watercolor Inventory #: 5054 Description: C. late19th-early 20th century watercolor and gouache of four kittens playing with ribbon. Signed l/r Carter. Dimension: 8-1/8" by 17-1/8"	$195
	Item: Still Life of Peaches and Cherries Inventory #: 5029 Description: Folky still life on board of peaches and cherries spilling out of a bowl. C. early 1900s artist's board is marked D.M. Campana Art Co, Chicago, on back. Dimension: 17" by 22-1/2"	$225
	Item: Colored Drawing, "My Old Home as a Boy…." Inventory #: 5021 Description: Folk art drawing of family in Kearney, Nebraska, 1904, by R.W. Walker, dated 1952. Names of the people are printed along the bottom of the drawing. Pairs with #5020. Unique and all you want in folk art. Dimension: Frame 15-1/4" by 21-1/4"	$395
	Item: Colored Drawing, "My Great Uncle's Store About 1865" Inventory #: 5020 Description: Folk art drawing from an old family photo by R.W. Walker, Laramie, WY and dated 1952. Marvelous unique folk art paired with #5021. Dimension: Frame 15-1/4" by 21-1/4"	$395
	Item: Graphite Folk Art Picture Inventory #: 5015 Description: Graphite farm scene titled "Home of Dr. A. Clarke". L/r reads "Sketched from Nature/Sept. 12th 1868". Back made from wood packing crate. Lots of activity in this picture. Dimension: Framed 11" by 17-1/4"	$595
	Item: Pair of Miniature Portraits Inventory #: 4999 Description: Early 19th C. miniature oval portraits of a man and a woman - folk art pictures striving to be fine art. Each is watercolor on a cardboard – some pockmarks on cardboard but the images are in fine condition. Turquoise and gold corners are applied. Identical carved original frames. A sweet pair of portraits. Dimension: Frames 6" by 4-3/4". Sight 4-1/8" by 2-3/4"	$1295
	Item: Still Life with Oranges and Watermelon Inventory #: 4816 Description: C. 1900 oil on canvas of oranges and a watermelon. Signature l/r may be Martha Becker. No-see small repair and touch-up to one orange. Dimension: 16” by 28” framed; 12” by 23-1/2” sight.	$595
	Item: Mid-century Impressionistic Brazilian Oil on Canvas Inventory #: 4621 Description: Beautiful impressionistic oil on canvas of a woman washing clothes at water’s edge. Signed and dated 1952 l/r and on the reverse. Signature appears as JB dePaula Fonseca. Original frame has only a couple nicks. Dimension: Framed 18-1/2” by 21-3/4”. Sight 13” by 16-1/2”.	$895
	Item: Painting of Bears on Tin Inventory #: 4602 Description: Naïve, folky painting of the proverbial bears in the woods. The bears are indulging themselves in a variety of guilty pleasures, and a mountain river separates them from campers and a dog at the lower right. Dimension: 26-1/2” by 32-1/2”. Wood frame with applied tin corners is 1-3/4” wide.	$495
	Item: Oil Painting of Two boys Inventory #: 4585 Description: Early Victorian oil on canvas of two boys, probably brothers and probably wealthy. Purchased in South Carolina in the mid-20th century. Beautifully rendered painting of two confident young boys. Dimension: 38-1/4” by 34”	$995
	Item: Helena Maguire Watercolor on Paper Inventory #: 4578 Description: Watercolor on paper by listed British artist, Helena J. Maguire (1860-1909). This profile head of a St. Bernard may have been a study for another work. Signed l/r. Dimension: 9.5” X 7.5” sight, 14.5” X 12.5” framed.	$495
	Item: Eugene Carriere Watercolor Inventory #: 4576 Description: Pencil and watercolor portrait of a seated man, c. late 19th century, by listed French artist, Eugene Anatole Carriere (1849-1906). Pleasing image, signed l/r. Dimension: 7.5” X 5.5” sight, 12.75” X 11” framed.	$695
	Item: Edward Turner Watercolor Inventory #: 4547 Description: Seaside village and boats watercolor by listed American artist, Edward L. Turner. Signed and dated ’56 lower right. Dimension: Framed 21-3/4” by 27-1/2”. Sight 14” by 20”.	$695
	Item: Luminous Seascape Oil on Canvas Inventory #: 4543 Description: Beautiful 19th C. oil on canvas seascape. A master artist painted this scene with a barely visible sun and a sailboat in the distance. Monogram initials l/r N.F. or H.F. “Vickery” written on back stretcher; if any relationship, probably would be to 19th C. British artist, Charles Vickery. Stunning heavy gilt frame. Dimension: 9-1/2” by 21-1/4” sight. 18” by 30” framed	$1295
	Item: Folk Art Picture of Horse and Rider Inventory #: 4510 Description: This pen on artist board is titled “Field & Forest Filly” and is signed Simmers and dated ’84 l/r. Dimension: 27-3/4” by 21-3/4”	$195
	Item: Folk Art Picture of Geese Inventory #: 4509 Description: Picture titled “Game Geese Gallivanting” by self-taught artist Theodore Ivan Simmers. Signed and dated ’86 l/r, this is done in pen on artist board. Dimension: 21-3/4” by 27-3/4”	$195
	Item: Folk Art Picture of Deer Inventory #: 4508 Description: One of a set of four pictures (one of which has sold) on artist board done in colored pen by self-taught artist Theodore Ivan Simmers. This is titled “Pere David’s Deer, Peking, China” and is signed and dated [19]’84 l/r. These were found at a Nebraska farm auction years ago and were speculated to have been made and sold to raise money for missionary work. All pictures have the same type of lattice framing in the back as is pictured here. Dimension: 21-3/4” by 27-3/4”	$195
	Item: Pair of Specimen Paintings with Tin Gathering Box Inventory #: 4532 Description: A lovely pair of mid-19th century specimen paintings, probably from New York or Boston. The frames are slightly different, with chamfered wood backs on both pieces. These came from the Michigan estate of two sisters, according to the dealer from whom they were purchased. The colors are still vibrant (one suffers from glare in my photo) and they are beautiful examples of this type of work. A tin box that was used to gather the leaves and other materials from nature to be incorporated into the pictures is included with the pictures. Dimension: Framed 9-1/2” by 11-3/4” and 9-3/4” by 11-7/8”. Box 10-1/2” long by 4-1/4” deep.	$1595 set of 3 pieces
	Item: Oil on Board of Bull Terrier Inventory #: 4461 Description: Oil on board of a handsome white bull terrier wearing a gold and jeweled collar. Dated and signed l/r 1957, Scheemelke. Well-rendered portrait of a confident canine. Dimension: 12” by 16”, framed 17” by 21”	$695
	Item: Watercolor of Field of Flowers Inventory #: 4434 Description: Watercolor by Royal Canadian Academy artist, Thomas Mower Martin (1838-1934). On paper laid on heavy paper. Back mat has pencil inscription, Mitchell’s Point/Columbia River Highway. Dimension: Watercolor 5” by 7”, with mat 8” by 10”	$495
	Item: Oil Painting of Great Dane Inventory #: 4352 Description: Oil painting on what may be canvas board by New York artist Lillian Tiffany. Handsome dog in an Arts and Crafts-appearance library. Original frame. Signed lower left L. Tiffany 38. Dimension: Framed 18-1/2” by 22-1/2”	$2150
	Item: Painting on Artist Board Inventory #: 4264 Description: Some texture to the oils in this painting signed on back N. Light/Maine. Folky scene of seacoast with a lighthouse and an American flag on a pole. In a charming alligatored dark wood frame. Dimension: 10” by 14-1/8” image; 15-3/8” by 19-1/2” frame	$375
	Item: Watercolor on Paper by E. S. Shrapnel Inventory #: 4140 Description: Small watercolor signed l/l E. S. Shrapnel 1914 (Canada, Edward Scope Shrapnel, 1854-1921). Charming winter scene of dog, woodsman, & what might be Little Red Riding Hood. Appropriate period, but not original, frame. Dimension: 7-1/2 by 9-1/2 (sight with mat); 18-1/2 by 20-1/2 (framed).	$675
	Item: Watercolor of Heart with Flowers Inventory #: 4132 Description: Small watercolor of heart pierced by sword and surrounded by flowers. Beautifully painted and cherished enough that small tear to paper was repaired. Undoubtedly has religious significance. Dimension: 8-3/4” high by 5-1/2”wide in period but not original 12-3/4” by 9-1/2” by 1-3/4” frame.	$395
	Item: Watercolor of Woman in Blue Dress Inventory #: 4133 Description: Early to mid-19th C. lovely watercolor on paper of woman wearing a blue dress with an open book on the table in front of her. Her bonnet is elaborate and she’s sufficiently wealthy to be showing gold jewelry and belt buckle. This is a beautiful work of art. Dimension: 5-1/2” high by 4-3/4” wide in period but not original 11-3/4” by 11” by 2-1/4” frame.	$825
	Item: Watercolor of a Farm Scene Inventory #: 1947 Description: European, c 1930s Dimensions: 25” by 27 ½ ”	$395
	Item: Fractur Inventory #: 1586 Description: Printed and watercolor. Reading, PA, Ritter, d. 1833. Dimension: 14” by 18”	$375