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The Mid-Winter Fine Arts and Collectibles Auction, held by NH Auctions and Appraisals on February 21 in Goffstown, N.H., showcased an eclectic array of 237 lots, including fine art, historical and military items, high-end handbags, Oriental rugs, furniture, and more. The auction grossed close to $100,000, with a ceramic ice pitcher by Pablo Picasso emerging as the top lot, selling for $13,750. This 11¾-inch-tall pitcher, number 64/100, featured a blue-glazed face and was consigned by a private collector from France. Its excellent condition and rarity contributed to its high value.
Fine art was a standout category, with a pastel portrait by Mary Cassatt fetching $4,375. Known for her mother and child compositions, this piece depicted a young girl in a white dress and hat, rendered on brown paper. Another notable work was a seascape of Owl’s Head, Maine, painted in the style of Fitz Henry Lane and attributed to his student, Mary Blood Mellen. Though estimated at $1,000-$1,500, the oil on canvas soared to $3,480, reflecting strong interest in American maritime art.
Canadian artist Jean Chainey’s hyperrealist oil painting, “Penitence II,” also attracted attention, selling for $2,520. The piece depicted a nude man juxtaposed against the Montreal skyline, showcasing Chainey’s meticulous attention to detail. Meanwhile, an untitled landscape by George Herbert McCord, deaccessioned by Mount Holyoke College Museum, fetched $1,200. McCord’s atmospheric depiction of trees, a stream, and an overcast sky resonated with bidders.
Furniture highlights included an iron butterfly bench and accompanying table from the estate of Maria Caruso in Nashua, N.H. Despite a modest $150 starting bid, the table soared to $2,000, far exceeding its $300-$400 estimate. An early pine Shaker writing desk, consigned from a New London, N.H., home, also performed well, selling for $1,875. The desk was believed to have originated from the Enfield, N.H., Shaker Colony, adding to its historical significance.
Textiles were another strong category, with a Kazak rug selling for $1,625, well above its $500-$800 estimate. The hand-knotted rug featured a vibrant red, blue, and ivory design. Two other rugs, a Sarouk Oriental rug and an Oriental scatter rug, each sold for $330.
Military items were a major draw, with a handmade 34-star American flag taking the lead at $3,900. The flag, which flew during the Civil War in New Boston, N.H., featured a 24-star “Old Glory” design on the reverse and was consigned by a local family. A framed Confederate flag, believed to be an early example by Shelby Sturgill of Tennessee or a Confederate Veterans Association flag, sold for $1,020. A Civil War uniform belonging to Charles H. Turner of Massachusetts, including a rare 10-star sash, fetched $1,500. The lot also included letters, Turner’s bible, and a photograph of him in uniform.
World War II memorabilia also performed strongly, with a German WWII Naval dirk selling for $2,040. The dirk, featuring an early sailing ship design on its blade and an orange deluxe grip, was made by WKC. A German police helmet with a double border decal, complete with its original liner and chin strap, sold for $1,320.
The auction’s diverse offerings, combined with its strong results, underscored the enduring appeal of fine art, historical artifacts, and collectibles. For more information, NH Auctions and Appraisals can be contacted at 603-731-9876 or via their website, www.nhauctionsandappraisals.com.
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