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Asian Art and Emporium | March 12, 2026

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The day starts with 180+ lots of Asian arts to include items descended in the family of Anson Burlingame, a 19th century diplomat to China, a lifetime collection of snuff bottles of jade, stone, and porcelain, and carved stone seals, and a family collection of early underglaze blue and Qing porcelains from estate of Wm. Sauer, D.C., sold to benefit the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters, Norfolk, Virginia. The auction ends with 250+ lots of American and British paintings, folk art, and furniture, Southern pottery, sterling silver, and Steiff animals, which includes a 6 ft. camel. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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Collection of 34 Unframed Old Master Engravings
Lot 1345

Collection of 34 Unframed Old Master Engravings

Estimate: $100 - $300
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(18th/19th century)

Collection includes but is not limited to artists: Felicien Rops (Belgian, 1833-1898), Frederik Bouttats (Flemish, 1590-1661), Giulio Carpioni (Italian, 1613-1678), Peter Schenck (German, 1660-1711), Jakob Schmuzer (Austrian, 1733-1811), Jonathan Richardson (British, 1665-1745): a few notable works include: Cone shell - Kegelmuschel, 1761, signed and dated lower center "WB 1761", signed in ink verso "William Baillie", Captain William Baillie (Irish, 1723-1810), engraver, sheet 3-7/8 x 5 in.; reverse impression of Foulle de malades Gueris, after Claude Gillot (French,1673–1722), sheet 7-3/4 x 5 in.; Miss Eyre, 1771, Francesco Bartolozzi (Italian, 1728–1815), engraver, after Richard Cosway, (British, 1742–1821), plate 5-1/4 x 3-1/2 in.; two works by Giulio Carpioni (Italian, 1613-1678), engraver, Matteo Cadorin, publisher, both sheets approximately 5-1/4 x 18-1/4 in.; Monsr. Vestris Junr. in the favorite Ballet (call'd) Les amans surpris, 1781, after James Roberts, J. Thornthwaite, engraver, sheet 6-1/2 x 4 in.

Provenance: Estate of Thomas D. Dossett; by descent in family

 

 

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Estate of Thomas D. Dossett; by descent in family

 

"Cone shell" hinged at left edge with toning, staining, discoloration, "reverse impression" laid on paper, trimmed； "Vestris" trimmed and laid on paper, foxing, staining, almost all either hinged at edges or corners, or laid down on paper, many trimmed to plate, pencil and ink inscriptions from collectors, tears, staining, foxing, toning, creases Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.

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