Samuel Francis Du Pont Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1803 - d. 1865

See Artist Details

0 Lots

Sort By:

Categories

    Auction Date

    Seller

    Seller Location

    Price Range

    to
    • PROPERTY OF ADMIRAL DUPONT ENGLISH BURL LAP DESK
      Jan. 12, 2021

      PROPERTY OF ADMIRAL DUPONT ENGLISH BURL LAP DESK

      Est: $500 - $1,000

      Property of Admiral Samuel Francis Du Pont (September 27, 1803 – June 23, 1865); a rear admiral in the United States Navy, and a member of the prominent Du Pont family. An antique English walnut burl wood writing lapdesk with inlaid brass bracketing. Inscribed to inlaid plaque "Admiral Du Pont April 20 1865" to top, just a short time before his death. Measures approx. 7" height x 19 3/4" width x 10" depth (17.8cm x 50.2cm x 25.4cm)when closed.

      Elite Auctioneers, LLC
    • DU PONT, SAMUEL FRANCIS. 1803-1865. Extracts from the Private Journal-Letters of Captain S. F. Du Pont while in Command of the Cyane, during the War with Mexico, 1846-1848. Wilmington: Ferris Bros., 1885.
      Dec. 02, 2010

      DU PONT, SAMUEL FRANCIS. 1803-1865. Extracts from the Private Journal-Letters of Captain S. F. Du Pont while in Command of the Cyane, during the War with Mexico, 1846-1848. Wilmington: Ferris Bros., 1885.

      Est: $3,000 - $5,000

      Extracts from the Private Journal-Letters of Captain S. F. Du Pont while in Command of the Cyane, during the War with Mexico, 1846-1848. Wilmington: Ferris Bros., 1885. [4], 444 pp. Tipped-in 2 pp errata. 8vo (224 x 142 mm). Publisher's half morocco over marbled boards, spine lettered in gilt. Internally clean, spine somewhat faded, light shelfwear. FIRST EDITION, PRIVATELY PRINTED by Captain Du Pont's widow and intended for distribution to his family. The volume offers a valuable account of the United States Naval operations in the Pacific and Gulf of California during the Mexican-American War. Du Pont, commanding the USS Cyane, transported Fremont and his battalion from Monterey to San Diego, participated in the taking of San Blas, seized La Paz, and burned the Mexican fleet at Guaymas. He later led the main line of ships in the occupation of Mazatlan, and participated in the rescue of American forces at Mission San Jose. Colton Storm speculates that fewer than 50 copies were printed. Graff 1184; Howes D588; Streeter sale 2991. Acquisition: purchased from William Reese Company, 2001, $4,000.

      Bonhams
    Lots Per Page:

    Popular Artists

    Devices

    Get Invaluable on Your Phone

    Download the app via text link to get instantly notified if you’re outbid and receive auction reminders so you never miss out!

    Bid On-the-Go!

    Download the Invaluable app and never miss an auction from your iOS or Android device.

    App Store badgeGoogle Play badge
    Invaluable Logo

    As the world's leading online auction marketplace, thousands of auction houses use Invaluable to deepen relationships with millions of clients around the world. Stay connected to the things you love with curated items and auctions sent to your inbox.

    You can unsubscribe at any time. View ourPrivacy Policy.

    © 1986-2024 Invaluable, LLC. and participating auction houses. All Rights Reserved.

    TermsSubscription AgreementPrivacy PolicyCopyrightGDPR InfoPrivacy ChoiceYour Privacy ChoicesSite Map