We are pleased to offer many fine works of art from the estate of Hugh and Maryanne Hayes, Stockton, California. Featured items span three generations and draw from two prominent California families. Maryanne’s family founded Hendy Iron Works (1856-1947) in Sunnyvale, California. Hugh’s family were prominent politicians, publishers of the San Jose Mercury News and helped develop the Santa Clara Valley fruit industry. The 40,000 square foot Hayes Mansion in San Jose is an historic landmark and on the National register of historic Places. http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/santaclara/hay.htm

A complete set of six (6) Colt commissioned prints by George Catlin are some of the highlights featured in this distinguished collection. Other items of note are a pair of Civil War Painting by James Walker, A Colt Dragoon, Winchester Rifle, Rare Buffalo Brewing Advertisements, Fine Art, Bronzes, silver, jewelry, coins, Asian and Decorative Arts.

Auction Dates: November 1-15, 2012
Preview: November 10, 2012: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Location: 300 20th Street / Sacramento, CA 95811
Contact: (916) 446-6490 / brian@witherell.com

Presented by: Witherell’s Auctioneers & Appraisers

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