Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Printer's Devil [Biss the Devil]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 39.5 x 15.75 x 6.5 in. / 100.3 x 40 x 16.5 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; in custom composite plinth measuring [78.5 x 20.25 x 20 in.]; some damage to toes; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some damage to plinth noted.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding.These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$3,000-$5,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Typesetter
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 39 x 15.75 x 6 in. / 99.1 x 40 x 15.2 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; in custom composite plinth measuring [78.5 x 20.25 x 20 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some damage to plinth noted.These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$3,000-$5,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Printer's Devil [Biss the Devil] and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 19 x 10 in. / 142.2 x 48.3 x 25.4 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [75 x 38 x 18 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some cracking around bottom face.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Architect [AE] and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 14 x 11 in. / 142.2 x 35.6 x 27.9 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [71 x 38 x 17 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some cracking noted in head.These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Ither Architect and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 19.5 x 12 in. / 142.2 x 49.5 x 30.5 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [71 x 37 x 18 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some damage to toes noted.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Stenographer and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 19 x 8 in. / 142.2 x 48.3 x 20.3 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [70 x 34 x 14 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Typesetter and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 19.5 x 9 in. / 142.2 x 49.5 x 22.9 cm.

Notes
unsigned; titled along bottom; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [74 x 39 x 13 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; crack in head; paint drip on additional gargoyle. Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title The Charwoman and Additional Mask
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 56 x 19.5 x 9 in. / 142.2 x 49.5 x 22.9 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [73 x 35 x 15 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$2,000-$4,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Dragon and Rabbit
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 42 x 19 x 5 in. / 106.7 x 48.3 x 12.7 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [58 x 35 x 10 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; chips missing and broken pieces around concrete encasement.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,500

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Eagle and Snake
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 42 x 20 x 5 in. / 106.7 x 50.8 x 12.7 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [60 x 38 x 12 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; chips missing and broken pieces around concrete encasement.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,500

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Monkeys
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 42 x 20 x 10 in. / 106.7 x 50.8 x 25.4 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [60 x 39 x 14 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; cracking in top, backing and along edges.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,500-$2,500

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Four Masks I
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 27 x 31 x 7 in. / 68.6 x 78.7 x 17.8 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing detachable and measures [50 x 47 x 12 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; some cracking noted.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,000-$1,500

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Four Masks II
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 28 x 32.5 x 6 in. / 71.1 x 82.6 x 15.2 cm.

Notes
unsigned; set into concrete which has been attached to a steel backing and copper flashing; flashing measures [45 x 49 x 13 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; broken piece lower right noted.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$1,000-$1,500

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Monkey [Architectural Detail]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 15 x 13 x 12 in. / 38.1 x 33 x 30.5 cm.

Notes
unsigned; secured to very heavy, custom stone plinth measuring [59 x 18 x 18 in.]; total size measures [74 x 18 x 18 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; partially broken off metal pegs attaching it to plinth; unstable on plinth.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Fish [Architectural Detail]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 14.5 x 16 x 13 in. / 36.8 x 40.6 x 33 cm.

Notes
unsigned; secured to very heavy, custom stone plinth measuring [47.5 x 18 x 18 in.]; total size measures [61 x 18 x 18 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; top fin missing edges.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Crab [Architectural Detail]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated ca.  1912
Size 15 x 14.5 x 15 in. / 38.1 x 36.8 x 38.1 cm.

Notes
unsigned; secured to very heavy, custom stone plinth measuring [30 x 18 x 17.75 in.]; total size measures [44 x 18 x 17.75 in.]; surface dirt and wear consistent with age of outdoor architectural element; missing edges of top right claw.Please Note: this lot weighs approx. 750 - 850 lbs. Take size and weight into consideration before bidding. These lots are physically located at 534 38a Ave SE. The previews for these lots were held on Wednesday, April 22 from 11-5 and Thursday, April 23 from 1-7. Previews are now closed for these lots.

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the 'Herald Building' after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended.DISCLAIMER: this lot is currently stored at Paul Jackson Fine Art Services (PJFAS) and is being sold AS IS - WHERE IS. By bidding on this lot, you are agreeing to an additional indemnification clause added to our usual Terms and Conditions. PJFAS will be organizing the pickup/delivery of this lot and the successful bidder authorizes LEVIS to share their information with PJFAS. Removal of this lot is required on or before May 1, 2026. Any additional time must be arranged with PJFAS and will result in storage charges. If this work is not removed by May 31, 2026, the buyer forfeits ownership.

Provenance
corporate collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$600-$800

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - Monkey [Architectural Detail]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated 1912
Size 16 x 16 x 13.25 in. / 40.6 x 40.6 x 33.7 cm.

Notes
unsigned; surface dirt and minor handling marks noted

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall [1879-1912] and produced by Royal Doulton at their Lambeth Studio in 1912 for the Southam Building [built 1913] which later became known as the "Herald Building" after its most prominent tenant, the Calgary Herald newspaper; formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, the building was demolished in 1972 due to structural problems that could not be amended; lot includes booklet Masks, Monkeys & Mythical Beasts: A Benefit Auction for Calgary's Historical Preservation Fund from the event where the gargoyle was originally purchased in 1994

Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$500-$700

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - Foliage Design
Media synthetic stone gargoyle
Dated 1912
Size 14 x 10.75 x 12.75 in. / 35.6 x 27.3 x 32.4 cm.

Notes
unsigned; surface dirt and minor handling marks noted

Reference
designed by Mark Villars Marshall and produced by Royal Doulton at Lambeth Studio for the Calgary Herald building in 1912; the building was later demolished in 1972

Provenance
private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$200-$300

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - The Printer's Devil [Biss the Devil]
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Size 38.5 x 15.75 x 15.5 in. / 97.8 x 40 x 39.4 cm.

Notes
surface dirt and handling marks noted; toes have been broken and some pieces available to buyer

Reference
from the Calgary Herald building, formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW; one of 44 figures designed by Mark Villars Marshall and produced by Royal Doulton at Lambeth Studio for the Calgary Herald building in 1912; the building was later demolished for the then, new, Telus building

Provenance
gift to the Architect of the 1980 Telus Building, Calgary; private collection, Calgary
Estimate CAD$3,000-$5,000

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - Floral Pattern
Media synthetic stone sculpture
Dated 1914
Size 17 x 10 x 6.5 in. / 43.2 x 25.4 x 16.5 cm.

Notes
inscribed 'April 30, 1914 W.O.B., 46 Synthetic Stone' verso; some surface dirt and handling marks noted

Reference
from the Calgary Herald building, formerly on the corner of 7th Ave and 1st Street SW, demolished in 1980 for the Telus building; see lot 96

Provenance
gift to the Architect of the 1980 Telus Building, Calgary
Estimate CAD$300-$600

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - Floral Architectual Detail
Media cast ceramic
Size 13 x 8.25 x 11.5 in. / 33 x 21 x 29.2 cm.

Notes
unsigned; some chips and surface dirt noted

Reference
one of 44 figures designed by Mark Villars Marshall and produced by Royal Doulton at Lambeth Studio for the Calgary Herald building in 1912; the building was later demolished in 1972

Provenance
private collection, Alberta/British Columbia
Estimate CAD$300-$400

Artist Calgary Herald School
Title Untitled - Fish Gargoyle
Media ceramic sculpture
Size 12.75 x 12.5 x 10.75 in. / 32.4 x 31.8 x 27.3 cm.

Notes
unsigned; bears inscription 'ZM 370' on side; surface dirt and chips noted

Reference
one of 44 figures designed by Mark Villars Marshall and produced by Royal Doulton at Lambeth Studio for the Calgary Herald building in 1912; the building was later demolished in 1972

Provenance
from a Calgary estate
Estimate CAD$300-$500