"To Be Merry and Kind" - The Blain Kukevitch Collection of Kewpies and O’Neilliana Marquis Cataloged Auction
Saturday, November 18, 2023Lots 1-250
Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Theriault's Gallery in Annapolis, MD. Preview 10AM ET. Auction 11AM ET.
Kewpie? What is that funny little creature all about? Once, when asked to describe the role of Kewpie, its creator Rose O’Neill said these simple words. “To Be Merry and Kind”. A good message for all, and such was the enthusiastic sentiment that set Blain Kukevitch upon his quest for Kewpie several decades ago. His collection of more than 200 rarities is presented at Theriault’s November 18, 2023 Marquis auction. Your attendance is welcome. Pre-Order the Auction Catalog for this Event.
Live Auction
Sold
Sold: $1,000
Lot #22
Kewpie as Uncle Sam in Original Costume with Mary Jane Painted Shoes
Estimate: $1,200 / $1,500
Sold
Sold: $6,500
Lot #37
Very Rare Largest Kewpie with Glass Googly Eyes and Fully-Jointed Body
Estimate: $4,000 / $5,000
Sold
Sold: $750
Lot #38
Original Artwork by Rose O'Neill of Doctor and Nurse Tending Two Children
Estimate: $1,100 / $1,300
Sold
Sold: $2,600
Lot #44
Very Rare Kewpie with Flat-Topped Military Helmet and Saddlebag at Feet
Estimate: $3,500 / $4,200
Passed
Lot #45
Very Rare Kewpie with Prussian Military Helmet and Saddlebag at Feet
Estimate: $3,500 / $4,200
Sold
Sold: $2,700
Lot #58
Rare Small Seated "Kewpie Hero" with Jointed Arms and Parade Helmet
Estimate: $2,800 / $3,500
Passed
Lot #76
Framed Sketch of Bearded Gentleman in Semi-Profile Pose by Rose O'Neill
Estimate: $1,200 / $1,500
Sold
Sold: $7,000
Lot #93
Very Rare "Kewpie Seated at Church Steps" Candy Container by Goebel
Estimate: $3,500 / $4,500
Passed
Lot #95
Kewpie in Store-Original Felt Bellhop Costume and Painted Mary Jane Shoes
Estimate: $700 / $900
Sold
Sold: $1,000
Lot #161
Rare Standing Kewpie with Black Umbrella Standing Alongside Doodle Dog
Estimate: $1,200 / $1,500
Sold
Sold: $950
Lot #166
Rare Seated Blunderboo Kewpie with "O" Shaped Mouth and Frightened Expression
Estimate: $1,200 / $1,500
Sold
Sold: $1,600
Lot #209
Rare Small Jointed Arm Kewpie Soldier with Sculpted Helmet and Uniform
Estimate: $1,200 / $1,500
Sold
Sold: $1,100
Lot #248
Rare Kewpie with Variation of Prussian Parade Helmet and Carrying Czech Flag
Estimate: $1,800 / $2,200
