1874 French Model 1874 M80 11x59mmR caliber bolt action Fusil Gras rifle, from the Tulle manufactory, artillery model with bayonet lug. Sling buckles, fixed front sight, adjustable rear ladder sight. Left side of receiver stamped “Manufacture d’Armes Tulle Mle 1874 / M80”. Modified in 1880 as the M80 with improved breechblock. Serial # R 12937 […]
Lot 1084: 2 Newspapers, Relic Revolver, Minie balls and Clay Pipe, Hollybrook Farm, Blount Co.
Two (2) New York Tribune newspapers dated from December 5-7 1863 highlighting civil war updates related to the Maryville and Knoxville areas, including specifically THE FIGHT AT CAMPBELL’S STATION and OPERATIONS AROUND KNOXVILLE, one (1) relic revolver found on the property of Hollybrook Farm in Rockford, TN, ten (10) minie balls also found on the property of […]
Lot 1083: Blakemore/Turpin Family Archive Incl. Civil-War Related, Nashville & Middle TN, 1820s-1950s
Archive of primarily 19th c. letters, receipts, and documents relating to the Blakemore and Turpin family of Middle Tennessee, especially Nashville and Goodlettsville, and particularly to Andrew Jackson Blakemore, Sr. (1798-1882) and Andrew J. Blakemore, Jr. (1947-1926), c. 1820s-1950s. Some addressed to the younger Andrew’s brother, Polk, who was a Confederate POW at Camp Butler, Illinois. Case […]
Lot 1082: Collection of 38 Tintypes, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes plus Carved Masonic
Collection of 38 antique photographs including tintypes, daguerreotypes, and ambrotypes, most in gilt mattes, some with gutta percha frames or half cases. One man’s photograph is in a brooch case frame and there is one gem sized unframed portrait of a child. Also includes a small carved Masonic symbol, 1 1/4 in. H. Sizes range from gem […]
Lot 1081: Large Group Unframed Tintypes, incl. Black Subjects
Large group of approximately 90 assorted mid to late 19th century unframed photographs (mostly tintypes) including 6 with Black subjects. There are 3 tintypes depicting Black men, one identified en verso as Phillip Weaver, plus three photographic prints including one of a Black man dressed in a cowboy hat and holding a pistol. The remaining approximately 85 tintypes […]
Lot 1080: Cast Iron Horse Head Wall Plaque
A life-sized wall-mounted cast iron livery stable horse head with an oblong backplate for mounting. Unmarked. 20th century or earlier. 29 1/2 in. H x 14 1/2 in. W x 21 1/2 in. D. Approx. 80lbs. CONDITION: Overall general wear and oxidation.
Lot 1079: Carved Baroque Figural Panel
Continental carved wooden Baroque style figural door or architectural panel featuring cherubs holding musical instruments flanking a central carved lozenge with lion head mask. 26 in. H x 20 in. W x 4 3/4 in. D. Northern Europe, 19th century. PROVENANCE: Private Nashville collection. CONDITION: Loss to tip of lion’s nose and end of cherub’s lute; other […]
Lot 1078: American Federal Fireplace Wire Fender & Andirons
Federal brass and iron fireplace fender with brass top rail and finials above a decorative wirework frame, together with a pair of Federal wrought iron andirons with brass finials and plinths. Fender: 15 1/4 in. H x 35 1/4 in. W. Andirons: 21 1/2 in. H x 9 3/8 in. W. Both items likely American, early 19th […]
Lot 1077: Giant South Pacific Natural Clam Shell w/ Stand
Giant South Pacific clam shell with an associated white painted metal stand. Approximately 31 in. W x 17 in. H x 19 1/4 in. D.; weighs 105 lbs. CONDITION: The interior iridescent sheen is absent. Scattered wear and losses primarily to the edges, consistent with age.
Lot 1076: Weller Art Pottery Hudson Vase
Weller Art Pottery Hudson vase with blue glaze and white floral bouquet decoration. Incised WELLER POTTERY on the base. 7 in. H x 6 1/2 in. W. Circa 1920’s. PROVENANCE: Private Nashville, Tennessee collection. CONDITION: Overall very good condition.
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