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Emanuel Ungaro High Waisted Vintage Snakeskin Print Pants, 1990s
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Sparks, NV
Totally amazing high waisted snakeskin print pants by Emanuel Ungaro! Thick stretchy fabric for a sexy body hugging fit. So flattering. Front button and zip closure. Unlined.
Wais...
Category
1990s French Nevada
lithograph poster
By (after) Marc Chagall
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: lithograph (after the original lithograph poster). During the late 1940's and throughout the 1950's, Marc Chagall created a series of posters at the atelier of Mourlot Freres...
Category
1950s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Koos Van Der Akker Vintage Black + White Plaid Wool Skirt
By Koos Van den Akker
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black and white wool skirt by Koos Van Der Akker. Beautiful quality wool. Unlined with rear zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size me...
Category
Late 20th Century American Nevada
Post Modern Low Profile Square Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Big on style but not on size, this petite low profile, Post Modern coffee table is perfect for that small space that needs a unique piece. The rounded square corners and bullet shape...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Nevada
Materials
Wood
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the ring showcases a crossover design with alternating baguette-cut rubies and diamonds over pave set round diamonds.
Rubies: 1.08 ctw. (stamped)
Diamond...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Nevada
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tomlinson Postmodern / Mid Century Olive Burl Wood & Brass Dining Table
By Tomlinson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Tomlinson Postmodern / Mid Century Olive Burl Wood & Brass Dining Table
Exquisite 1970’s burl wood and brass Dining Table is exceptional quality, it feature Brass and Olive Burl ...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Brass
Antique Painted Wicker Flamingo Planter Stand Palm Beach
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage painted wicker stork or flamingo planter stand.
Circa 1970's or older. Classic old world charm with aged patina.
Holds a 3" X 6" pot. Wooden b...
Category
1970s Hong Kong Hollywood Regency Vintage Nevada
Materials
Wicker
"Cat With A Bow Seated" Still Bank, American, circa 1970
By John Wright Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Cat With A Bow Seated" cast iron still bank is a re-issue of a bank by the same name and same casting made in the early 1900s by the Grey Iron C...
Category
1970s American Folk Art Vintage Nevada
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Knoll Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet and Kurchan
By Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950’s vintage Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan Kurchan for Knoll. This is a vintage example, whic...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Metal
$700 Sale Price
61% Off
Floating Brown Travertine Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
We love this floating brown travertine coffee table. Table is a beautiful design, it rest on a chocolate metal framework that suspends it on it columnar legs. This table is the perf...
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Nevada
Materials
Travertine
Pair of Mid Century Walnut and Brass Table Lamps
By Modeline Lamp Co., Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Simple pair of walnut and brass Mid Century table lamps. The lamps have beautifully grained walnut fins contrasted by brass details. Lamps are unmarked but favor styles by Modeli...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Nevada
Materials
Brass
$1,800 / set
Nathaniel Currier Lithograph Summer's Evening American Country Life Series C1855
By Currier & Ives
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Summer's Evening" folio has the appropriate Currier and Ives' markings along with "New York, Published by N. Currier 152 Nassau Street.
(The firm was located here in lower Manhattan from 1837-1872)
The lithograph depicts a young well dressed and well to do family overlooking their property as workers tend to the farmland and harvest hay. Note the haystacks and a horse drawn hay wagon. The large and well built farm house stands proudly over the scene with the village in the background.
In addition to the Amon Carter Museum in Dallas, an example of "Summer's Evening" is in The Springfield Museum (Massachusetts) Gift of Lenore and Sydney Alpert).
Dimensions: actual= 16 1/2" h x 23 13/16" w
matte= 19 1/2" h x 25 1/4" w
folio= 19 7/8" h x 26" w
with frame= 26 1/4" h x 32 1/4" w
frame= 1 1/4" burl bird's eye maple
It is in very good all original condition; and housed and professionally mounted in a fine quality and attractive bird's eye maple wooden frame with preservation backing and frontal protective glass (important when dealing with 170 year old lithographs); it is the rare and desirable Currier large folio sheet example in fine original color. There is some toning and foxing (see images).
The larger folios are more rare because they appealed to the wealthier sector of the population and were more expensive, thus fewer were made, albeit, knowing their more discerning customer base, there was more attention given to detail; hand coloring, and quality for example. This example has been framed and housed in museum quality conservation backing for over 80 years. I have had it professionally taken apart and I inspected the folio visually, and examined it with a black light and loop; as a result, I guarantee and can attest to the accuracy of my description of the lithograph. I then had the folio professionally remounted in it's original frame with an upgraded preservation backing (see images of original folios out of frame and for confirmation of inspection). This lithograph has no tears, no touch up paint, and no glued or taped repairs.
This is one of the four iconic and highly desirable set of lithographs made by Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) dated 1855 from the American Country Life series. They are named;
Spring "May Morning";
Summer "Summer Evening";
Fall ""October Afternoon"; and
Winter "Pleasures of Winter".
The lithograph was produced from the painting of well known artist Frances (Fanny) Flora (Bond Palmer (1812-1876). She painted typical American scenes of daily American life that were used by Currier for years to come. She was an accomplished artist by the time she migrated to the United States from England, and Currier commissioned her to do the country scenes for this series. Each of the original images are toned lithographs with applied hand painted watercolor.
The lithograph reflects an affluent life style, showcasing grandiose homes and glamorizing the rural way of living as urban areas became more densely populated with the tidal wave and arrival of immigrants. Nathaniel Currier began his lithograph business in 1835 with hand colored images portraying outdoor panoramic, historical, pastoral, and landmark scenes and events, with which the middle class and the wealthy sought to decorate their houses. James Ives (1824-1895) was his accountant) and would join him later in 1857 to help run the business.
The hand painted lithograph is embellished with script text in the bottom margin of the folio "Entered according to art of congress in the year 1855 by N. Currier in the clerk's office of the southern district of N.Y."
"F.F Palmer...
Category
1850s American Victorian Antique Nevada
Materials
Paper
3.5ft African Tribal Art Large Bronze Baule Ancestor Sitting King Figure Statue
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Origin: Ivory Coast, Baule Peoples
Dimensions: 14” W x 14” D x 43” H
Discover the elegance and spiritual depth of African tribal artistry with this Large Bronze Seated Ancestor Figur...
Category
Early 20th Century African Folk Art Nevada
Materials
Bronze
Large Late 19th Century "Marbelized" Painted Oak Fire Surround
Located in Incline Village, NV
American hardwood fire surround is nicely carved, with floral decor, raised relief and a pair of fluted ionic columns on each side beneath the mantel. The finish has been "marbelized...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Nevada
Materials
Wood
Large Scale Abstract Modern Metal Wall Sculpture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
One of a kind, cut steel wall sculpture. Dated August 19, 1997. A super fun piece that would look great in almost any space. If you're looking for a piece of art, different from the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Nevada
Materials
Cut Steel
Hardy Amies Vintage Textured Metallic Flocked Organza Dress
By Hardy Amies
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous textured metallic flocked organza dress by Hardy Amies. Elegant cut with short sheer sleeves and flared skirt.
Details:
Fully Lined
Shoulder Pads Can Easily Be Remove...
Category
Late 20th Century British Nevada
Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
Unworn with the original store tags still attached! Vintage yellow and black lace halter dress by Bill Blass. Full flared skirt and open back.
Det...
Category
1980s American Nevada
lithograph
By Lucio Fontana
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. Published in Milan by Groupe Espace for the very rare 1958 volume of Documenti d'Arte d'Oggi. Sheet size 12 1/2 x 8 5/8 inches (318 x 220 mm); with print...
Category
1950s Futurist Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
"The Clown" from Jazz
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Henderson, NV
This lithograph (after the 1947 pochoir) is from the 1983 edition, published in New York by The Museum of Modern Art. The original 1947 edition of Matisse "Jazz" is now so rare it is...
Category
1980s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
original etching
By John Sloan
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original etching. Executed by John Sloan to illustrate the Somerset Maugham classic "Of Human Bondage" and published in 1938 in a limited edition of 1500 by the Yale Universi...
Category
1930s Nevada
Materials
Etching
Pair of Primitive French Antique Style Side Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful chairs full of Wabi-Sabi style. French craftsmanship, antique 1800's with lovingly handmade details and perfectly imperfect wooden structure. The craftsmanship details on t...
Category
19th Century Primitive Antique Nevada
Materials
Wood
$3,000 / item
Set of 6 Rosewood Model 65 & 80 JL Moller Mid-Century Danish Modern Dining Chair
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of six dining chairs in rosewood by Niels Otto Møller for J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. Two Model 65 captains/arm chairs and four Model 80. Side chairs. All chairs display Niels Otto Møllers characteristic organic shapes and the high standard of craftsmanship from J.L. Møller.
All have been professionally reupholstered with high end leather...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Rosewood
Post Modern Lacquered Maple Burl and Brass Square Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Love this lacquered maple burl and brass, low profile, Post Modern coffee table. A beautiful piece that will mesh well with several design styles.
The table is in great shape over...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Nevada
Materials
Wood, Burl, Lacquer
original lithograph
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. This lithograph was printed in 1955 for the "Improvisations" portfolio, and published by the Artists Equity Association of New York in an edition of 2000...
Category
1950s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
lithograph
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: lithograph (after the watercolor sketch). Printed in 1955 at the Mourlot Freres atelier, this composition is from George Braque's Intimate Sketchbooks (Carnets Intimes). Braq...
Category
1950s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
original lithograph
By Raoul Ubac
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. Printed in 1964 for the art revue Derriere le Miroir (issue no. 142) and published in Paris by Maeght. Size: 15 x 22 inches (380 x 555 mm). There is a ce...
Category
1960s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Artistic Early 1950's Rattan Cane and Reed Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautifully hand crafted rattan foyer or sun porch table with intricate
split reed SUN design top.
Edge trim is nubby split rattan. Legs are natural ratt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Nevada
Materials
Rattan
original lithograph
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. Printed in Paris in 1967 at the atelier of Clot, Bramsen et Georges and published in an edition of 2500 for "Les Temps Situationistes" (The Situationist ...
Category
1960s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
American Salesman Sample Late 19th Century Wooden Flat Bed Cargo Wagon
Located in Incline Village, NV
Salesman Sample : Late 19th century. American (4) wheeled hand carved all wooden horse drawn flat bed cargo wagon, in excellent condition with original red st...
Category
1890s American Folk Art Antique Nevada
Materials
Wood
Post Modern Square Green Marble Dining Table
By Mario Bellini
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely stunning Post Modern Green Empress marble dining table. This table is beautiful and large, seating 8. The rounded edges and corners of the top set this piece off perfectl...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Nevada
Materials
Marble
18th Century American Queen Anne Candle Stand, circa 1775
Located in Incline Village, NV
This American Queen Anne maple candle stand has a nicely patinated original amber finish, which is particularly pleasing in color, and is in unaltered condition. It is from New Engla...
Category
1770s American Queen Anne Antique Nevada
Materials
Maple
"Portrait of an Old Lady" etching
By (After) Rembrandt van Rijn
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: etching (etched by Paul Rajon after Rembrandt). Printed in 1885 for the Sylvester R. Koehler portfolio of etchings and published by Cassell & Company. Plate size: 7 1/4 x 6 i...
Category
1880s Nevada
Materials
Etching
Moschino Mint Green Jersey Knit Button Up Shirt Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Mint green jersey knit shirt dress by Moschino. Button up front and matching sash.
Details
Unlined
Front button closure
Front pockets
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nevada
Child's Sampler, American Dated "1887"
Located in Incline Village, NV
Charming child's diminutive needlepoint on linen, American sampler, measuring 10" x 10"; incorporating the proverbial 26 letters of the alphabet and t...
Category
1880s American Folk Art Antique Nevada
Materials
Linen
Neoclassical Etched Bronze Round Occasional Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely gorgeous, perfectly patinaed, etched bronze and reed occasional table. The table is a nice size, It would be perfect with 2 chairs or as a small center table...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Nevada
Materials
Bronze
"The Smith's Yard" original lithograph
By James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: original lithograph. Catalogue reference: Way 88. Printed in 1897 and published in London for The Studio. Sheet size: 11 x 7 3/4 inches (282 x 197 mm). This impression on cre...
Category
1890s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Bentwood Rocking Art Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sculptural rocking chair in the Sam Maloof style, circa 1970s
Not marked or signed however you can tell it was created
by a master carpenter.
Made ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Nevada
Materials
Oak
$1,900 Sale Price
42% Off
Pair of Art Deco Styled Lamps by Carlos De Anda
Located in Las Vegas, NV
INCREDIBLE pair of Art Deco style floor lamps designed by Carlos De Anda and made in Mexico. These beautiful lamps are 100% handmade, with HEAVY forged iron bases and stunning 2-piece, acrylic fiber shades with collet glass details. These lamps are showcase pieces in my opinion. The beauty is in their details.
They are a tiered pair...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Nevada
Materials
Steel
$3,800 / set
lithograph for Carnet Californie
By (after) Pablo Picasso
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: lithograph (after the the sketch). Executed as a sketchbook drawing during the middle 1950's and subsequently made available by Picasso for publication as a lithograph. This ...
Category
1950s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Bassett High-Boy Dresser
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Bassett Furniture high-boy dresser.
Measures: 36” wide 18” deep 42 ” high.
Professionally refinished and restored.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Walnut
Lilli Ann Vintage 1960s Beaded Wool Knit Vest, Jacket or Coat with Rhinestone
By Lilli Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1960s black wool knit vest with heavy beadwork and rhinestone detail by Lilli Ann.
Details:
Unlined
Marked Size: 14
Estimated Size: S-L
Color: Black/ White Beads
F...
Category
1960s American Nevada
lithograph for Florilege des amours de Ronsard
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: lithograph (after Matisse). Printed in sanguine ink on cream laid paper from the Papeteries Casteljoux and published in Geneva by Edito-Service in 1970. This reproduces one o...
Category
1970s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Vintage French Art Glass Lamps by St. Louis Crystal
By St. Louis Crystal
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A pair of vintage art glass table lamps by St. Louis Crystal of France.
Bespoke crystal glass forms that produce a dazzling refractive gem-like sparkle. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Nevada
Materials
Crystal
1960's Italian Sculpted Wood Lounge Chair with Rush Seating
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Unique Italian designer lounge chair with woven Rush seating.
Sculpted bulbous wood frame covered in a creamy white enamel.
Exceptional quality piece of art furniture.
Chair is sol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nevada
Materials
Rush, Wood
Architectural Unfilled Travertine and Glass Coffee Table
By Giovanni Offredi, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Las Vegas, NV
THERE ARE NO WORDS. This jaw dropping, sculpted piece of ART would make the most incredible centerpiece in any living space or gallery. Functional art.
The table is comprised of...
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Nevada
Materials
Travertine
lithograph
By (after) Georges Braque
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: lithograph (after the watercolor sketch). Printed in 1955 at the Mourlot Freres atelier, this composition is from George Braque's Intimate Sketchbooks (Carnets Intimes). Braq...
Category
1950s Nevada
Materials
Lithograph
Artist Lawrence Argent (1957-2017) Life Size Bent Iron Rowing Oars Sculpture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
From artist Lawrence Argent, comes these solid iron castings of antique rowing oars with a bent twist. Created in 1994, untitled.
These came directly fr...
Category
Late 20th Century American Adirondack Nevada
Materials
Iron
(after) Ad Reinhardt - serigraph
By Ad Reinhardt
Located in Henderson, NV
Medium: serigraph (after Ad Reinhardt). Printed in Germany by Siebdruck Michel of Dusseldorf in 1972 for inclusion as a special loose insert with the catalogue for the Ad Reinhardt e...
Category
1970s Nevada
Materials
Screen
Mechanical Bank "Pelican, " Made of Cast Iron, circa 1878
By John Gerrard
Located in Incline Village, NV
The Pelican Mechanical Bank is made of cast iron and was manufactured by The J. & E. Steven's Manufacturing Company, in Cromwell, Connecticut in 1878. It was, however, created by John Gerard of the Trenton Lock & Hardware Company in Trenton, New Jersey. This is probably the best example I've had for sale and is in excellent all original condition and paint. Often times the top beak of the pelican is replaced or repaired this example has the original beak. There were several variations made of the figure in the pelican's mouth. This is the "mammy" example. The bank was finished in both a gold and a dark...
Category
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Nevada
Materials
Iron
Danish Modern Johannes Andersen teak draw leaf dining table 8.5 ft
By Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Danish Modern Johannes Andersen teak draw leaf dining table for Uldum Møbelfabrik. Features two 19.5" draw leaves. Can seat 8-10 .
With both leaves in 102 in. each leaf is 19.5
Ta...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Teak
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Black Buckle Skirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black wool skirt by Jean Paul Gaultier with buckle and zip pocket detail. Unlined with front zip and hook closure. The marked size is I 40, D 36, F 36, GB 8, US 6 and the ski...
Category
1990s French Nevada
Mid 19th C. Oil on Canvas Painting "A Two Mast Schooner Under Full Sail at Sea"
Located in Incline Village, NV
Fine quality mid 19th century period oil on canvas painting; American School depicting a schooner in full sail at sea; resembling the popular yacht, and first America's Cup winner "T...
Category
1850s American Victorian Antique Nevada
Materials
Paint
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Femme Vintage Caramel Brown Wool Pants or Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
High waisted vintage 1990s trousers in a caramel brown wool by Jean Paul Gaultier Femme. Unlined with side zip and snap closure. The marked sizes are I-42, D-38, F-38, GB-10, USA-8, ...
Category
1990s Italian Nevada
"Dancing Dog" Vintage Windup Toy. American, Circa 1925
By Lindstrom Tool & Toy Company 1
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Dancing Dog" is a fairly scarce toy to acquire, especially in this excellent condition and working order. Windup toy is lithographed and hand painted in colors of black and greenish grey, and the name "Spot" is printed in bold letters on the red collar. This is American made in the 1920's having been manufactured by the Lindstrom Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut; established in 1913. Markings to each side of the dog reveal its genesis; "The Lindstrom Tool and Toy Co.; Made in U.S.A." "Patent
Applied For"; on the other side is "Dancing Dog".
"Dancing Dog" is in excellent condition and is completely original with no repairs or repaint. It works perfectly and is quite amusing. To operate; wind up the attached key on the side, a couple of times; with front legs in the air, place down by his hind legs on a hard surface and watch "Spot" dance. He carries on for quite some time, dancing around in a circle and then side to side. (see attached video accompanying the listing).
Dimensions: 5 1/4" wide x 4" high x 2 1/4" deep.
Provenance: From a recently acquired discerning West Coast Collection of tin toys.
See my other listings of over 100+ vintage toys and antique children's toy savings banks from which to chose.
Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the authenticity of antique and vintage toys and children's playthings; important considering the fakes and reproductions in the marketplace. My toys operate properly and are as stated and accurately described.
it would behoove an enterprising collector, dealer, or decorator to take advantage of the opportunity to buy as many of the vintage tin toys...
Category
1920s American Folk Art Vintage Nevada
Materials
Tin
Antique European Carved & Painted Folk Art Table Pair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Charming antique Scandinavian folk art tables.
These have an old world feel to them.
Hand carved with painted floral design.
Not signed ...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Nevada
Materials
Wood
Vintage 1960's Pauline Trigere Houndstooth Jacket
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Sparks, NV
Red and charcoal gray wool houndstooth jacket by Pauline Trigere.
DETAILS:
Fully Lined
Front Pockets
Front Button and Hook Closure
Circa: 1960s
Estimated Size: S-M
Fabric...
Category
1960s American Nevada
Mid Century Kipp Stewart Large Walnut Mirror for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Discover a rare piece of mid-century artistry with this large walnut mirror by renowned designer Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Crafted in America during the 1950s, this mirror embodies c...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Nevada
Materials
Walnut
1950s Brown + Black Striped Circle Skirt with a Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1950s circle skirt in a brown and black striped corduroy style fabric. Unlined with side metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern XS. Th...
Category
1950s American Nevada
Nathan Currier Lithograph "October Afternoon" American Country Life Series C1855
By Currier & Ives
Located in Incline Village, NV
"October Afternoon" Maintains the appropriate markings along with "New York, Published by N. Currier 152 Nassau Street.
(The firm was located here in lower Manhattan from 1837-1872)
The lithograph illustrates two men and their dog with young son (hunting rifle over shoulder) in tow, returning from the rabbit hunt with their catch being presented to the lady of the house with baby in arms. The gated mansion is in the background while geese float upon the fertile pond in the background.
In addition to the Amon Carter Museum in Dallas, an example of "Pleasures of Winter" is in:
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Bequest of Adele S. Colgate, 1962)
Museum of Fine Arts Boston (Donated by Lee M. Friedman)
The Library of Congress
The Yale University Art Gallery (Gift of Mabel Brady Garvan Collection)
Dimensions: actual= 16 1/2" h x 23 13/16" w
matte= 19 1/2" h x 25 1/4" w
folio= 21 1/4" h x 27 3/4" w
with frame= 26 1/4" h x 32 1/4" w
frame= 1 1/4" burl bird's eye maple
It is in very good all original condition; and housed and professionally mounted in a fine quality and attractive bird's eye maple wooden frame with preservation backing and frontal protective glass (important when dealing with 170 year old lithographs); it is the rare and desirable Currier large folio sheet example in fine original color. There is some slight foxing to the cream border and minor fading (see images),
The larger folios are more rare because they appealed to the wealthier sector of the population and were more expensive, thus fewer were made, albeit, knowing their more discerning customer base, there was more attention given to detail; hand coloring, and quality for example. This example has been framed and housed in museum quality conservation backing for over 80 years. I have had it professionally taken apart and I inspected the folio visually, and examined it with a black light and loop; as a result, I guarantee and can attest to the accuracy of my description of the lithograph. I then had the folio professionally remounted in it's original frame with an upgraded preservation backing (see images of original folios out of frame and for confirmation of inspection). This lithograph has no tears, no touch up paint, and no glued or taped repairs.
This is one of the four iconic and highly desirable set of lithographs made by Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) dated 1855 from the American Country Life series. They are named;
Spring "May Morning";
Summer "Summer Evening";
Fall ""October Afternoon"; and
Winter "Pleasures of Winter".
The lithograph was produced from the painting of well known artist Frances (Fanny) Flora (Bond Palmer (1812-1876). She painted typical American scenes of daily American life that were used by Currier for years to come. She was an accomplished artist by the time she migrated to the United States from England, and Currier commissioned her to do the country scenes for this series. Each of the original images are toned lithographs with applied hand painted watercolor.
The lithograph reflects an affluent life style, showcasing grandiose homes and glamorizing the rural way of living as urban areas became more densely populated with the tidal wave and arrival of immigrants. Nathaniel Currier began his lithograph business in 1835 with hand colored images portraying outdoor panoramic, historical, pastoral, and landmark scenes and events, with which the middle class and the wealthy sought to decorate their houses. James Ives (1824-1895) was his accountant) and would join him later in 1857 to help run the business.
The hand painted lithograph is embellished with script text in the bottom margin of the folio "Entered according to art of congress in the year 1855 by N. Currier in the clerk's office of the southern district of N.Y."
"F.F Palmer...
Category
1850s Victorian Antique Nevada
Materials
Paper
Child's Learning Desk Chalk Board, Accessories "Writing School Slate Desk" C1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Child's rectangular lap top learning desk made by the Shepherd Company, New York, circa 1875. Hinge top lifts up to reveal a double sided chalk board, the interior houses an inkwell ...
Category
1870s American Victorian Antique Nevada
Materials
Wood