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  • WILLIAM BOYDEN KIRK (1824-1900)
    Apr. 30, 2024

    WILLIAM BOYDEN KIRK (1824-1900)

    Est: €800 - €1,200

    A Belleek China figure of Erin otherwise titled "Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers", designed by H. William Boyden Kirk. Matt glazed. Representing the unveiling or introduction of Belleek Pottery to the world. Erin personifies Eire with shamrocks laced through her hair and she is unveiling the inscribed urn which symbolises Belleek Pottery. She is standing in strap sandals on the Belleek flagstone, with the waves of Lough Erne splashing at their feet, and there is a harp and Celtic cross behind her flowing gown. William Boyden Kirk a Dublin born sculptor designed and sculpted this wonderful allegorical piece for Belleek in the late 1860's.

    Sheppards
  • William Boyton Kirk (1824-1900) Bisque Woman Sculpture
    Dec. 27, 2022

    William Boyton Kirk (1824-1900) Bisque Woman Sculpture

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Porcelain bisque neoclassical sculpture by William Boyton Kirk depicting a crowned woman leaning on a column with her left hand on her hip and her right hand holding a sword atop the destroyed column. Signed "W.B. Kirk" on verso of base. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: Ireland DIMENSIONS: H: 18" W: 7.5" L: 8.25" Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Piece has chips and hairline cracks. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

    Akiba Galleries
  • W B Kirk, Benedict & Evangeline, Worcester Parian
    Dec. 18, 2022

    W B Kirk, Benedict & Evangeline, Worcester Parian

    Est: $300 - $500

    Worcester Parian Ware figural group of "Evangeline and Benedict" modeled by W. Boytnon Kirk (Irish, 1824-1900) ca. 1853, apparently unmarked, depicting the main figures in the Longfellow poem "Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie." 13" H x 13" W x 9" D (approx.) Note: William Boyton Kirk was born on 29 May 1824 in Dublin. He was the second son of the sculptor Thomas Kirk. He trained under his father, and then went on to study at the Dublin Society school in 1839. He entered Trinity College Dublin in 1845, but left without a degree.[2] He exhibited with the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA) for the first time in 1844, becoming an associate member in 1850. Among his notable works is the figure of Justice on the Belfast courthouse. For Worcester china, he designed the "Shakespeare" dessert service which was exhibited at the Dublin Exhibition of 1853.

    Auctions at Showplace
  • WILLIAM BOYDEN KIRK (1824-1990) A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or intr
    Oct. 18, 2022

    WILLIAM BOYDEN KIRK (1824-1990) A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or intr

    Est: €2,500 - €3,000

    WILLIAM BOYDEN KIRK (1824-1990) A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or introduction of Belleek Pottery to the world. Erin personifies Eire with shamrocks laced through her hair and she is unveiling the inscribed urn which symbolises Belleek Pottery. She is standing in strap sandals on the Belleek flagstone, with the waves of Lough Erne splashing at her feet, and there is a harp and Celtic cross behind her flowing gown. 45cm high

    Adam's
  • WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK (BRITISH 1824-1900) IRIS ASCENDING
    Nov. 19, 2020

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK (BRITISH 1824-1900) IRIS ASCENDING

    Est: £1,000 - £1,500

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK (BRITISH 1824-1900) IRIS ASCENDING bronze, greenish dark brown patina, inscribed on the base 'MODELLED EXPRESSLY FOR THE ART-UNION OF LONDON/ BY. W. B. KIRK./ AND EXECUTED IN BRONZE BY. J.A. HATFIELD./ 1847 (55cm high)

    Lyon & Turnbull
  • William Boyden Kirk (1824-1990)A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or introd
    Dec. 07, 2016

    William Boyden Kirk (1824-1990)A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or introd

    Est: €3,000 - €5,000

    William Boyden Kirk (1824-1990)A Belleek china first period figure of Erin otherwise titled ''Erin Awakening from Her Slumbers'', designed by H. William Boyden Kirk (1824-1900), matte glazed. This allegorical piece represents the unveiling or introduction of Belleek Pottery to the world. Erin personifies ‘Eire’ with shamrocks laced through her hair and she is unveiling the inscribed urn which symbolises Belleek Pottery. She is standing in strap sandals on the Belleek flagstone, with the waves of Lough Erne splashing at her feet, and there is a harp and Celtic cross behind her flowing gown. 43cm high on a wooden stand.

    Adam's
  • William Boynton KIRK A. R. H. A. 1824 - 1900 Lady Macbeth
    Nov. 15, 2016

    William Boynton KIRK A. R. H. A. 1824 - 1900 Lady Macbeth

    Est: €1,500 - €1,800

    William Boynton KIRK A. R. H. A. 1824 - 1900 Lady Macbeth Biscuit (Parian ware) de Worcester, vers 1850 Inscrit ''W. Boynton Kirk A. R. A. '' sur la base au dos Hauteur: 35 cm (Accidents à deux doigts, encrassé) Ce biscuit de porcelaine représente l''héroïne dramatique atteinte de folie tentant inlassablement de laver les taches de sang qu''elle croit avoir sur les mains. Il fut probablement offert à Vigny en remerciement des traductions qu''il réalisa d''après Shakespeare. Exposition(s) : Alfred de Vigny et les arts, Paris, musée de la Vie romantique, 22 novembre 1997 - 1er mars 1998, p. 39, n° 24.

    Artcurial
  • Royal Worcester Porcelain Figure *
    Sep. 24, 2016

    Royal Worcester Porcelain Figure *

    Est: $600 - $800

    Modeled as a standing neoclassical female figure, with impressed signature at the base, signed William Boyton Kirk (1824-1900 Irish/English). Height 14 inches. Notice to bidders: Condition reports and additional photographs are provided by request as a courtesy to our clients, as such any condition report is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of defects, imperfections, restoration, wear and tear, or the effects of aging. Capo Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission, additionally all lots are sold 'As Is' and in accordance with the conditions of sale.

    Capo Auction
  • WILLIAM BOYTON KIRK (Irish/ English, 1824-1900)
    Sep. 11, 2015

    WILLIAM BOYTON KIRK (Irish/ English, 1824-1900)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Royal Worcester (attr.) porcelain polychrome figure of a classical woman on stand; Signed WB Kirk; 14 1/2" x 6"

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER PARIAN BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUK...
    Jun. 24, 2015

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER PARIAN BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUK...

    Est: £200 - £300

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER PARIAN BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUKE OF WELLINGTON, KG, KB, MP, head and shoulders, facing left, later converted to a brooch within a gilt metal mount 6 x 4.5cm

    Lyon & Turnbull
  • WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUKE OF WE...
    Jun. 24, 2015

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUKE OF WE...

    Est: £200 - £300

    WILLIAM BOYNTON KIRK ARHA, HRHA (1824-1900) FOR W.H. KERR AND CO., WORCESTER BAS-RELIEF PORTRAIT OF ARTHUR WELLESLEY, 1ST DUKE OF WELLINGTON, KG, KB, MP, THE 1 head and shoulders, facing left 6 x 4.5cm

    Lyon & Turnbull
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