this peaceful pastoral scene at dusk of a shepherd and his sheepdog returning their flock to the stable; Reuben LeGrande Johnston (1850-1918), was born in Alexandria, Virginia. Best known for his landscapes with animals, he was well-traveled, visiting France, Spain, England, Tangiers and Morocco. He also traveled to the American west, notably Cheyenne, Wyoming. He was a member of the Society of Washington (DC) Artists, where he exhibited, in addition to the National Academy of Design; some discoloration to paper; newly matted and framed

each with flared neck above a fluted cylindrical body adorned with finely detailed gilt-bronze grapevine swags; all raised on a giltwood base; stamped "Lampe A Moderateur Par Brevet D'Invention Et De Perfectionement"; excellent antique condition; rewired

from the artist: Old fishing boats have always fascinated me. those on the verge of falling apart, and sinking into the sea seem to call me, and I cannot pass one by without shooting a photograph as inspiration for a future painting. I seek to capture their essence, in a time less hurried, a calmness of spirit. I want to preserve their beauty. Michael Dunlavey is a true watercolor master learning his craft first from his father as a boy then receiving his B.A. and Masters in Art from California State University, Sacramento

the well-crafted leaf of thick copper with fine veining and curled edges raised on a cluster of rings; some wear to surface.

the well-rendered leaf with thick stem flanked by 2 acorns; with a central vein emanating to the scalloped edge; patination to surface

the shallow bowl with scalloped sides and gilded edge; all in a translucent opaline glass; rubbing to gilding

the oval mahogany tray centering an inlaid fan shell with outer perimeter stringing; with a gallery edge fitted with brass carrying handles; excellent antique condition with warm patina

each of triangular form with molded edge composed of square parquetry design; raised on turned tapering ebonized supports; good vintage condition with refinisged surface 

each square pillow with tapestry insert with silk borders and back; with tassels to edges; good condition with minor professional repairs

nice collection of vintage Royal Haeger pottery vessels; marked 'Royal Haeger, USA' to underside; good vintage condition with overall minor wear, minor chipping to lower edge; some craquelure to glaze

the serpentine marble top above a conforming apron centering an openwork floral reserve emanating meandering grape vines along the apron edge and cascading down the cabriole supports with inscrolled feet; patination to gilding; later top.

each square-form bench with semi-detached faux leather cushion over a deep apron; raised on square tapering brushed-steel supports; overall good vintage condition with some rubbing to edges of cushions; abrasions and dings to legs 

imported from France and in three pieces, the thick rectangular top with ogee edge raised on concave supports; great for outdoor patio or interior use; some weathering and patina to surface

the thick rectangular top with bullnose edge raised on 4 detached rectilinear supports; tables are custom made in Belgium so variations in stone will occur

of overall rich patina, the circular dish top with ribbed edge above a turned baluster support raised on 3 splayed legs with spheroid feet; repairs to base of support; overall age and warm patina; small age crack to top

 the round top with quarter edge molding above a shallow apron all raised on shapely cabriole supports; profusely decorated overall with polychrome and gilt flowers and foliage in the traditional manner; some infill to top; good antique condition with minor wear and chips; legs re-glued

from the artist: Old fishing boats have always fascinated me. those on the verge of falling apart, and sinking into the sea seem to call me, and I cannot pass one by without shooting a photograph as inspiration for a future painting. I seek to capture their essence, in a time less hurried, a calmness of spirit. I want to preserve their beauty. Michael Dunlavey is a true watercolor master learning his craft first from his father as a boy then receiving his B.A. and Masters in Art from California State University, Sacramento

the shaped faux marble top above a bombe-form case fitted with 2 drawers over 2 doors all raised on cabriole legs; the whole painted with foliate vines and floral garlands on a muted butter-yellow ground; refreshed surface with overall even wear

from the artist: Old fishing boats have always fascinated me. those on the verge of falling apart, and sinking into the sea seem to call me, and I cannot pass one by without shooting a photograph as inspiration for a future painting. I seek to capture their essence, in a time less hurried, a calmness of spirit. I want to preserve their beauty. Michael Dunlavey is a true watercolor master learning his craft first from his father as a boy then receiving his B.A. and Masters in Art from California State University, Sacramento

Each beautifully decorated chest with concave top with canted corners above a conforming body fitted with 2 short over 2 long drawers all raised on splayed bracket feet; with overall red ground and gilt decorated chinoiserie motifs including bird, floral and vine, architectural follies and water scapes; good antique condition with refreshed surface; professionally restored with overall craquelure and patina; japanning possibly later

fine example of a reverse-glass still life painting with lush floral stems over newly-sliced pomegranates, plump grapes, red cherries and pears with two small hidden birds; exposed section on back with script describing the gifting of the painting to William Schroeder from his Aunt Hickson in 1849. The painting was originally owned by Schroeder's grandfather (Hickson's father), German-born Valentine Schwarz and was described as Schwarz' 'favorite picture'; most-likely the painting was brought from Germany by Schwartz in the 18th century settling in Frederick Town, Maryland

each well-rendered painting depicting mounds of cherries and raspberries in bowls on a black ground; in period gilded frames; newer mattes and gilt fillets; vibrant and clear colors; rubbing and patina to gilding

the rectangular top with shaped ends over a conforming case incorporating two long drawers and a pair of paneled doors; raised on rear bracket and front bun feet; the whole retaining original pale-sage painted decoration on an ochre painted ground; originally purchased from Therien & Co., San Francisco; solid condition; overall wear and patina to surface