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 #: 101
Signed And Dated Abstract WatercolorClosed$29.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 102
Baccarat Crystal Large BowlClosed$49.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 103
Antique English Dome Top Tea Caddy With Jewel DecorationClosed$510.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 104
English Georgian Round Sterling Silver Chamber Stick With Snuffer, London 1774-75Closed$176.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 105
George III Wig Stand, Circa 1780 Or EarlierClosed$70.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 106
Pair Of 14k Gold Cuff Links With Monogram (Claudius Charles Philippe)Closed$266.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 107
Jean Maillard (Belgian, 1901 - 1991) Incredible Duck Sculpture, Carved And Hand PaintedClosed$315.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 108
Antique Oil On Canvas Portrait Of A Young ManClosed$300.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 109
Pair Of Harvin & Co. (Now Virginia Metalcrafters) Urn Top Brass AndironsClosed$49.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 110
Vintage Oval, Nice Quality Mahogany Dining Table - Shown With LeafClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 111
Brass And Glass Zodiac Desk ClockClosed$123.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 112
Oil On Canvas Portrait Of A Man Cutting FruitClosed$180.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 113
English Silver-Plated And Glass Wagon Form Decanter Or Tantalus SetClosed$285.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 114
18th Century Georgian English Sterling Silver Cup, London 1763-64Closed$236.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 115
Antique Mahogany Mirror With Urn & Bell FlowersClosed$181.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 116
Necessaire French Napolean III With Silver LidsClosed$260.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 117
Set Of 18 Ceralene Limoges Vineyard Pattern Demitasse Cups & SaucersClosed$21.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 118
Two Carved Wood Figures Or Santos 18th Century Or EarlierClosed$535.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 119
Connecticut Cherry Desk On Frame, Ca. 1760-1780Closed$604.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 120
A Group Lot Of The Waldolf Astoria Hotel Silver PlateClosed$125.00 Winning Bid