BID HISTORY
Time Capsule Estate Of Claude Phillippe, Watch Hill Farm N.Y.
Sale closed on
Wednesday, November 20th 2019 at 8:05 PM EST
Wednesday, November 20th 2019 at 8:05 PM EST
Amongst the decaying and now overgrown gardens lay the once pristine remnants of the Watch Hill Farm. The 13 acre farm, owned by the famous Claude Phillippe of the Waldorf Astoria, once blossomed with lavish poolside parties as if Gatsby himself was hosting. Frozen in time, the estate has been sentenced to the last 40 years in isolation. The closets and attic lie dormant with collections of wonderful treasures from trips in the 1940s and 50s to places only dreamt about by most. An old, tattered, and dusty leather jewelry box tucked away and long forgotten gives a glimpse into Philippe’s charmed life, with recently uncovered gold treasures. Paintings from voyages to France stacked in closets waiting to be temporarily saved by the highest bidder
This sale is filled with many personal belongings originally hailing from the estate of Claudius C. Philippe, whose sophisticated style and flair lead to him being known worldwide as “Philippe of the Waldorf” — the Waldorf Astoria of New York, that is. During his highly visible career Philippe mingled and hobnobbed with celebrities, “old money” socialites, and the glitterati of the era at both hotel and his old world, expansive 18th century country retreat home. This Gatsbyesque story might be “made for Hollywood,” with the acclaimed hotelier, Claude Philippe, as the main character. Featuring 18th and 19th century period antique furniture and decorative arts, early sterling silver, a vast assortment of fine paintings, an extensive copper pot/cookware collection hand-chosen by Philippe.
Happy bidding!
This sale is filled with many personal belongings originally hailing from the estate of Claudius C. Philippe, whose sophisticated style and flair lead to him being known worldwide as “Philippe of the Waldorf” — the Waldorf Astoria of New York, that is. During his highly visible career Philippe mingled and hobnobbed with celebrities, “old money” socialites, and the glitterati of the era at both hotel and his old world, expansive 18th century country retreat home. This Gatsbyesque story might be “made for Hollywood,” with the acclaimed hotelier, Claude Philippe, as the main character. Featuring 18th and 19th century period antique furniture and decorative arts, early sterling silver, a vast assortment of fine paintings, an extensive copper pot/cookware collection hand-chosen by Philippe.
Happy bidding!
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Watch Hill Farm
Cortlandt Manor NY 10567
Saturday, 11/23, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cortlandt Manor NY 10567
Saturday, 11/23, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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BRG - BRIDGEPORT HQ
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
Friday, 11/29 through Saturday, 11/30, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 12/3 through Saturday, 12/7, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
1720 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06605
Friday, 11/29 through Saturday, 11/30, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 12/3 through Saturday, 12/7, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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BRG - BOSTON
MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 12/7, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/11, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 12/7, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/11, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
TRANSPORT OPTION
BRG - GREENWICH
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/27, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
BRG’s offices will close early on 11/27 for Thanksgiving.
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 11/27, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
BRG’s offices will close early on 11/27 for Thanksgiving.
TRANSPORT OPTION
BRG - RALEIGH
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
215 James Jackson Avenue
Cary NC 27513
Saturday, 11/30, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
215 James Jackson Avenue
Cary NC 27513
Saturday, 11/30, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, 12/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 181
English Engraving "The New General Post Office London" 1849Closed$12.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 182
Pair Of 10K Gold Cufflinks With "P" Monogram (Claudius Charles Philippe)Closed$180.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 183
Albert Earl Gilbert Signed National Audubon Lithographs Blue Jays & CardinalsClosed$175.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 184
Great Vintage Collection Of CufflinksClosed$80.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 185
Antique Engraving J. Harris Titled "The Olden Time" After C.C. HendersonClosed$20.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 186
Pair Antique Compatible French Open Arm Chairs In WalnutClosed$205.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 187
Vintage/Antique Mahogany And Leather Open Arm ChairClosed$16.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 188
Antique French Caned Carved ArmchairClosed$285.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 189
Antique Repose` Brass Umbrella Stand In Umbrella FormClosed$219.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 190
English Late 17th-Early 18th C. Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, By Thomas Parr, Probably 1708-1709Closed$716.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 191
Pair Of Antique French Walnut Side Tables With Open CompartmentsClosed$436.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 192
Beautiful Etched And Crystal Ewer With MonogramClosed$23.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 193
Pair Of 4 Drawer Side Tables - Paint ProjectClosed$95.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 194
Jean Rigaud (French, 1912 – 1999) Oil On Canvas Still Life - Tagged # 117640)Closed$135.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 195
A Very Heavy 10 LB. Duam Nancy Art Glass VaseClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 196
Signed Artist Proof Woman Holding Grocery BagClosed$15.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 197
Group Of Table Top Crystal Objects - Sevres, Lalique, Rene LaliqueClosed$110.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 198
Tiffany & Co. Brass Quartz ClockClosed$80.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 199
Piano Lamp Converted From Kerosene LampClosed$52.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 200
A Group Of 18K Scrap Gold ItemsClosed$280.00 Winning Bid