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March 20, 2010 - Antique Estate Auction
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Upcoming Antique Auctions At Fontaine's:

March 20, 2010 - Antique Estate Auction (At Fontaine's Pittsfield MA) This will be a large auction feature over 700 lots of antiques and accessories mostly from local estates to include Early American, Victorian, Period Empire, Turn of Century Oak, Arts & Crafts, Antique Wicker & Custom Mahogany Furniture, Clocks, Antique Lighting incl. Table Lamps, Domes & Chandeliers, Sterling Silver, Porcelains, Pottery, Artglass, Cut Glass, Tiffany Pieces, Music Boxes, Oriental Rugs, Bronzes, Paintings, Plus hundreds of related accessories.

March 21, 2010 - EVENT - Is your Tiffany Lamp Authentic? Fontaine’s will hold a special seminar on the Lamps of Tiffany, with special guest speaker nationally renowned Tiffany Lamp expert Paul Crist. Bring your Tiffany, Handel, Pairpoint, Duffner & Kimberly Lamps for a free authentication. A special certificate of authenticity can also be acquired. (At Fontaine's, Pittsfield MA) - Please call for an appointment and seating: 413-448-8922

May 22, 2010 - Cataloged Antique Furniture, Lighting, Mission, Antique Clock and Watch Auction (At Fontaine's, Pittsfield MA) - Consignments Wanted

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We are looking for antique consignments to our Spring and Summer Antique Auctions - We also buy Antiques and entire estates outright - call today - 413-448-8922 and speak to John Fontaine.

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We are looking for high-quality items or collections for our upcoming catalogs. We are looking to buy or for consignment, the following and offering 0% Commission.

Clocks & Watches Lighting (Tiffany, Duffner & Kimberly, Handel, Pairpoint, etc.) Victorian, Carved Oak, American and Mahogany Furniture, Fine Art & Paintings Arts & Crafts, Mission, Antique and Rare Firearms, swords & weapons, armor and uniforms.

In the above photos, 2 lots from our upcoming auction. 10 pieces attributed to R J Horner dining Room Set and a George A. Jones Astronomical Regulator Clock in a Herter Brothers case. H 10’3", W 67", D 19"

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September 27th 2008
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Previews: Friday September 26th 9am-5pm and 9am-11am Saturday September 27th

OVER 300 LOTS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY ANTIQUES WILL CROSS THE BLOCK AT AN EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUE AUCTION

If you can not be at Fontaine's Auction Gallery for the auction, here are some other options:

Lots 1-25 Lots 50-74 Lots 75-99 Lots 100-124 Lots 125-149 Lots 150-173 Lots 175-199
Lots 200-224 Lots 225-249 Lots 251-274 Lots 276-299 Lots 300-302

Lot 125		POTTIER & STYMUS ROSEWOOD TRIPLE BACK SOFA WITH PORCELAIN INSERT. The center crest shows a carved wreath with a ribbon on top, framing a porcelain plaque insert. The insert is painted with 2 cherubs. The lower frame of the crest is incised with a Greek-key design. The left and right back shows a single carved tassel on either side, hanging from a scrolled carving. The arms and lower seat rail show more gilt incising. The sofa stands on turned front legs. Condition: Good clean condition and original finish. 74"W x 37"H x 30"D. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 126		LE GRAS BERRY CLUSTER CAMEO TABLE LAMP. The base and matching shade feature red berry clusters on green stems with leaves over a pink and yellow background. The base is signed Le Gras. Shade 10" diameter x 19.5"H. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 127		MONUMENTAL 8' 3" FIGURAL ALABASTER CARVED LAMP OF A WOMAN. Features a partially nude figural woman in white marble, robed in a red and grey striated marble dress. Her hair and robe are gently flowing in the wind. In her right hand she is holding up a large 2 piece globe, carved in white striated alabaster, which is wired for light. Her left hand holds a piece of the robe over her shoulder. Stands on a large 6 section white and gray marble platform pedestal. In very good, clean and original condition. 26"W x 99"H x 24"D. Estimate $10,000 - 15,000. View details and photo
Lot 128		POTTIER & STYMUS INLAID WALNUT MARBLE TOP SIDEBOARD. The top features an intricate crest with a spindled gallery over a band of leaf carvings and stylized inlay over the burled frieze, showing sunflowers, acorns, leaves and branches. Below, is a large framed beveled mirror. Either side of the mirror shows a small single door cabinet with painted English "kiwi" tiles and long strap hinges with beveled panel sides. The base shows 2 large center doors and 2 smaller outer doors with a single drawer above. The doors have carved fronts and large flowing strap hinges with reeded pilasters between. This piece has a 5 digit number on the back (10278) indicative of the work of Pottier & Stymus, in good original condition. The rouge marble has been repaired but is not visible from the top. 84"W x 93"H x 24"D. Estimate $12,000 - 15,000. View details and photo
Lot 129		JOHN JELIFF BURLED WALNUT TRIPLE BACK SOFA WITH MAIDENS. Renaissance revival carved crests on each section. The center medallion back is incised and burled on the oval frame with a carved central support showing a carved tassel in the center. The top corners of the back sections show carved, fixed finials over a shell carving. The padded arms are carved with figural maiden's head supports. The front seat rail is both incised and burled. Stands on 6 turned legs. 72"W x 52"H x 27"D. Estimate $2,000 - 3,000. View details and photo
Lot 130		SET OF 4 LEADED GLASS WINDOWS WITH FOUR SEASONS PANELS. These four leaded panels, bordered in 12 clear glass panes. The center panels are leaded with various colors of striated glass, showing bright scenes of each of the four seasons. These windows are in their original framing and are in very good clean condition. 27"W x 31"H. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 131		RENAISSANCE REVIVAL BURLED WALNUT OVER MANTLE MIRROR WITH DEER HEAD CREST. Features a carved crest showing a scrolled pediment over a large deer head with drop finials and gilt incising. The sides have carved and gold incised details at the top with capitals in clean original finish and condition. 64"W x 98"H x 18"D. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 132		TIFFANY STUDIOS GOLD DORE & FARVILE GLASS 10 LIGHT LILY LAMP. The platform base is molded with water lilieswith and the original alternating switch, matching the surrounding molded leaves. Rising from the platform are 10 thin stems of various sizes, curving at the top from which each of the gold iridescent lily shades hang. The fixture shows a nice original gold dore finish and is signed Tiffany Studios, New York 381. The Favrile shades are unsigned and are in perfect condition with no cracks or blemishes. 14.5"W x 21"H. Estimate $12,000 - 15,000. View details and photo
Lot 133		LARGE PAINTED TIN TOY STEAM SHIP - CANADIAN PACIFIC. Shows very nice detail, 2 large steam stacks, life boats, props, rudder, anchors, portholes, stairs and 3 main decks. The ship is painted white, black and red with a green deck and some tan on the stacks. Has great original paint showing some minor loss. The ships name is Canadian Pacific. Shows some loss to the side rail at the front left. Overall good condition. 20"W x 10"H x 4"D. Estimate $800 - 1,200. View details and photo
Lot 134		PAINTED TIN TOY 4 STACK STEAM BOAT. Shows very nice detail, 4 large stacks, lookout nests, 3 level deck and 3 flags. Painted in white, blue and red with 2 light blue stripes on the sides and a tan deck. In very good, clean and original condition. 12.5"W x 8"H x 3"D. Estimate $800 - 1,200. View details and photo
Lot 135		INTERNALLY FLAWLESS DIAMOND, GOLD & CUBIC ZIRCONIA RING. One 18k and 22k (acid tested), lady's fashion ring designed with one rectangular radiant cut diamond center set in a double four prong yellow gold setting. Accenting this feature diamond are 2 triangle shape cubic zirconia, which on each side, set in yellow gold. Note: The quality analysis and weight estimations were accertained while mounted. The diamond is a radiant cut, measuring 9.50 x 8.01 x 5.30 mm, VVS-2 -VS-1 Clarity and fancy yellow color with strong blue fluorescence. Estimate $1. View details and photo
Lot 136		PAIR OF WALNUT OVERSIZED GOTHIC CARVED ARMCHAIRS. Features a long steeple crest-rail carved with stylized leaf clusters. The seat back is pierce carved with flowing gothic arches ending in a central spire. These chairs have very wide seats, 22" inside the arms. The arms are carved at the back and elbow joint with scrolled leaves. Under the seat rails are arched stretchers. In very good finish and condition. 29"W x 62"H x 21"D. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 137		FOLK ART PAINTED WHIRLIGIG OF MAN ON HORSEBACK. Features a figural carved and painted folkart man, with original paint wearing a cap with long flat paddle arms. He sits on a horse. This piece is in good original condition, shows some age wear to the paint, the horse's tail is missing. 6"W x 9"H x 4"D. Estimate $1,200 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 138		3.2 K GOLD AND DIAMOND LADY'S FASHION NECKLACE. One 18k yellow gold, 18" long, fashion necklace designed with alternating circular shape milgrain stud links (each approximately 9.5 mm in diameter) and rectangular shape, scrolled adorned links (19 mm) coming together forming a diamond drop. Six of the circular links are bezel set with one circular full cut diamonds. The closure is a yellow gold plunger style accented with a fold over safety. Note: The quality analysis and weight estimations were accertained while mounted. Main diamond is a marquis cut, approximately 16.60 x 8.80 x 3.60, 3.14 Cts, VS-2 clarity and I-J color. Estimate $1. View details and photo
Lot 139		FRENCH MAJOLICA FUTURA JARDINIERE & PEDESTAL. The Jardiniere is molded with stylized leaf and shell decoration. It is green at the base, gradating to pink at the top rim. Has 4 triangular shaped handles near the top. The matching base shows 4 large column supports with capitols leading to the round platform top. Very good overall condition. Shows some light chipping around the edges and at the tips of the handles. 25"W x 69"H. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 140		MASSIVE ROCOCO CARVED ROSEWOOD TURTLE TOP MARBLE TOP TABLE. Below the marble top, the apron of the table shows scrolled applied carvings and drop finials at the corners. On the lower platform is a single large carved finial and a carved apron below. The elaborate base has scrolled leaf carvings at the knee and the feet. In very good condition, missing one drop finial. 49"W x 27"H x 29.5"D. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 141		ORIGINAL DAUM NANCY LEAF PATTERN CAMEO LAMP. Features a raised cameo green leaf pattern on pink background glass. The shade has a bell form and the base is signed Daum Nancy. Shade 6.5" diameter x 13"H. Estimate $1,200 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 142		SIGNED BREMETE LB FAUX BAMBOO SHAVING STAND. Features a tri-fold mirror in the top frame, which is supported by an adjustable long thin shaft, rising from the platform below. The lower stand has a small square platform with chamfered corners, over the center column. The four legs, extruding from the center column have bamboo turnings. The mirror frame is marked, Pat # 182633 - Sept. 26, 1876, and the latch on the mirror is marked Bremete, L B, SGDG. In very good, clean, original condition. 22"W x 64"H x 22"D. Estimate $1,200 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 143		DIMITRI H. CHIPARUS (1888-1950). TANGO. A very elegant French polychromed figure shows a pair of tango dancers in a striking pose. Both leaning gently backwards, the man lightly embracing the woman, the figures wear detailed and colorful ballet clothing, mostly in gold tones with embellishments of red and black. The figures are shown in carved ivory detail, hands, arms and heads and their eyes silvered, for a lifelike effect. Shows very great detail in the bronze clothing and the applied ivory areas. They stand on a multi-tier marble platform, which is signed D.H. Chiparus - Etling, Paris. In very good condition. 16"W x 24"H x 6"D. Estimate $25,000 - 35,000. View details and photo
Lot 144		BURLED WALNUT 2 PC CORNER CABINET WITH BEVELED DOORS. Features a tall broken arched crest incised with burled panels and 3 turned finials. Below shows applied twig and leaf carvings. The top two doors, backed by 3 shelves, feature large brass hinges and beveled glass. Below, an open section 12" high is backed with 2 beveled mirrors. The base shows a single shelf and 2 beveled doors with large brass hinges. Has bun shaped feet and a shell carved drop bottom apron. The legs, the sides and the bottom apron all show large burled panels. The very top, behind the crest lifts up to reveal a secret compartment. In very good condition. Shows little loss to part of a burled panel. 38"W x 111"H x 20"D. Estimate $1,200 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 145		LARGE FLORAL NEEDLEPOINT OF A RED TAIL HAWK. Features a large hawk, perched on a branch in the center. The hawk figure has a raised 3 dimensional needlework effect. The background shows a bouquet of various assorted flowers and filigree, reaching out to the stylish ebonized frame. 41.5"W x 47.5"H. Estimate $3,000 - 5,000. View details and photo
Lot 146		GILT FIGURAL MARBLE TOP TABLE WITH SWANS. The thick marble top sits on a 2 drawer carved platform. Below, the legs are figural swans. In between the swans is a square fluted column. Each swan rests on a carved, scrolled leaf shoe foot platform. Between the two legs is a long fine stretcher carved with swans heads and a single seashell in the center. The whole piece has a nice gilt finish showing some age wear and is in very good clean overall condition. 68"W x 30"H x 23"D. Estimate $1,200 - 1,500. View details and photo
Lot 147		CARVED WALNUT FOLK ART 5 TIER BIRD STAND. Shows a single bird perched on top of the main post. Below shows 5 cross posts with a single birds perched on either side. The left side of the second perch from the bottom shows a carved turtle. The top shaft is square tapering to the top. The lower shaft is nicely spindled, running into the lower square platform. 8"W x 49"H x 8"D. Estimate $4,000 - 6,000. View details and photo
Lot 148		8 LC TIFFANY FAVRILE GOLD IRIDESCENT SALTS WITH PINCHED RIMS. Each salt, averaging 3" in diameter is hand blown and shows a very nice elegant form. The top rim is ruffled, or pinched. They have a gold iridescent finish. The bottoms show the etched signature L.C.T. and 2 also read Favrile. All are in good condition, showing no chips or cracks. 2.75"W x 1"H. Estimate $800 - 1,200. View details and photo
Lot 149		JOHN JELLIFF 3 PIECE FIGURAL CARVED PARLOR SET. Features a triple back sofa. The large center back shows a crest with a carved maidens head plaque surrounded in scrolled carvings and incised design on the top crest rail. The two outside back panels have figural carved lions heads on the corners and padded crests. The side and center panels are joined by a short incised frame, in between, mounted with finials. The arms show carved maiden busts. The lower seat rail has carved skirts and turned front legs. The two side chairs have carved crests, around a maidens head plaque in the center. The top corners show floral drop carvings, curving down the back frame to the scrolled shell carvings near the seat. The front seat rails also have carved skirts and turned front legs. Condition: In very good clean condition, shows some minor surface rubbing from normal use. One side chair shows a minor piece of carving missing to the left of the maiden plaque. sofa-78w-47h-29d sidechair-23w-39.5h-20d. Estimate $1,500 - 2,500. View details and photo