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Auction IndustryOriginal Paintings by Peter Max to Sell at Art Showcase This April
Often described as a countercultural icon of the 1960s and 70s, German-American artist Peter Max has enjoyed a long and illustrious career. His works are often psychedelic and cheerful, imbued with bright colors and hopeful subjects. In Art Showcase’s upcoming Fine Art Auction, several original paintings by Peter Max will cross the auction block. The live sale will start on April 21, 2023 with online bidding available through Bidsquare. Peter Max, Without Borders. Image courtesy of Art Showcase. Born Peter Max Finkelstein in Berlin, the artist is the son of German Jews who fled Nazi rule for Shanghai in 1938. Max grew up with the colors and calligraphic techniques of Chinese art. Later moves to Haifa, Israel and Paris, France also nurtured Max’s interest in painting. This blossomed in the 1960s after Max attended art school and founded his own studio in Manhattan. At first, he worked in advertising and book sales. Max’s experience in commercial art later inspired designs for posters, magazine covers, and postage stamps. These endeavors brought Peter Max tremendous financial success. He created works for major events such as the U.S. Open tennis tournament and the World Cup. Many of his works are popular in corporate settings, and Max’s art can often be found and purchased through cruise ship auctions. Peter Max original acrylic on canvas painting. Image courtesy of Art Showcase. This sale from Art Showcase offers several original oil on canvas and mixed media pieces by Peter Max. Among them is a painting titled Without Borders, which comes to auction with an estimate of USD 75,000 to $80,000. The rainbow-toned piece shows the hazy outline of a boat floating along a river. In the sky above, an outsized sun dominates the scene. This piece will be sold with a custom frame and documentation. Also on offer is an untitled acrylic on canvas painting depicting a rose-toned angel figure bearing flowered wings (lot #5176; estimate: $65,000 - $75,000). This work is hand-signed by the artist and comes with a certificate and official inventory number from the Peter Max Organization. Peter Max, Flower Blossom Lady. Image…
Auction PreviewArt Showcase to Offer Mannequin Head Sculpture by Jean-Michel Basquiat
The upcoming April live auction from Art Showcase will feature an original sculpture head attributed to Jean-Michel Basquiat. Titled Sam II, this work was created in 1985. It is comprised of acrylic and ink on a wig mannequin that bears large stereo headphones. This piece stands 12 inches high and ten inches wide. Basquiat created the sculpture for WWF professional wrestling manager Jimmy Hart (nicknamed “The Mouth of the South”). According to the auction house, Basquiat had dinner with Hart, Andy Warhol, and Andy Kauffman in March of 1985, one week before WrestleMania 1. Basquiat gifted this sculpture to Hart as a token of admiration. Other notable works in the catalog include an original acrylic on canvas painting by Peter Max, which shows an idyllic sunset scene, and an original etching hand-signed and numbered by Pablo Picasso. The latter work shows a group of people gathered under a tent, which may allude to a circus. The etching comes with a certificate of authenticity. Additional lots of interest include an original lithograph by Joan Miró and assorted works by Dutch American painter William Verdult, who referred to himself as “the Dutch Master.” These signed works depict subjects such as kings and queens, religious icons, and Native Americans. Over 850 lots will be presented in this sale. To view the complete Fine Art Auction catalog and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
Auction Industry, Press ReleaseAssorted Artist Proofs, Fine Lithographs, and Rare Sculptures Available at Art Showcase
This April, Art Showcase of Las Vegas, NV will present over 850 lots of fine art, including mixed media, paintings, prints, multiples, and more. The live event will begin at 2:45pm EDT on April 21, 2023. Online bidding will be available through Bidsquare. Jean-Michel Basquiat Original Sculpture Head Leading the sale is an original sculpture head by Jean-Michel Basquiat (lot #5364; estimate: USD 350,000 - $360,000). Titled Sam II, this work was created in 1985. It is comprised of acrylic and ink on a wig mannequin that bears large stereo headphones. This piece stands 12 inches high and ten inches wide. Basquiat created the sculpture for professional wrestling manager Jimmy Hart (nicknamed “The Mouth of the South”). According to the auction house, Basquiat had dinner with Hart, Andy Warhol, and Andy Kauffman in March of 1985, one week before WrestleMania 1. Basquiat gifted this sculpture to Hart as a token of admiration. Without Borders Peter Max Original Acrylic on canvas The catalog also offers several original paintings and prints by German American artist Peter Max. This includes an original acrylic on canvas painting titled Without Borders (lot #5076; estimate: $75,000 - $80,000). Signed by the artist, this piece is custom framed and includes documentation. It depicts a boat heading down a river, illuminated by the setting sun. Also available from Peter Max is an original acrylic painting showing a pink-hued angel figure with a halo and flowered wings (lot #5176; estimate: $65,000 - $75,000). Peter Max original acrylic on canvas This Fine Art Auction presents 15 original works by Dutch American painter William Verdult, who referred to himself as “the Dutch Master.” These signed works depict subjects such as kings and queens, religious icons, and Native Americans. Among them is a signed painting from Verdult’s King and Queen series (lot #5451; estimate: $55,000 - $60,000). Composed of oil on board with raised jewel decorations, this painting is titled King William. The titular monarch gazes past the viewer and holds an orb and scepter. King William by William Verdult Original oil on board with jewels. King and Queen Series Art Showcase…
