Lion and Unicorn of Hollywood, Florida held its signature Florida Spring Time Antique Button Auction on April 10, 2024. This important sale presented 565 lots of 18th to 21st-century buttons of all sorts– including premier single items, curated themed cards, and mixed lot bags. Materials featured included a variety of precious metals and alloys, ...

Unichi Hiratsuka’s YouthUnichi Hiratsuka, born on November 17, 1895, in Matsue, Shimane, Japan, left an indelible mark on the world of art as a Japanese woodblock printmaker. A pioneer of the sosaku hanga (“creative print”) movement in 20th-century Japan, his influence resonates through the corridors of time.Hiratsuka’s artistic journey was...

Lion and Unicorn recently hosted a live auction of Lalique crystal on October 8, 2023. It was a continuation of Marie-Claude Lalique's personal collection, which featured over 300 Lalique items of jewelry, vases, bowls, perfume bottles, plaques, figurines, drinkware, and more. Marie-Claude Lalique was the granddaughter of renowned glass artist Ren�...

Once upon a time in France, there was a creative spirit who brought beauty to the world through her artistic vision. Her name was Marie-Claude Lalique, and she followed in the illustrious footsteps of her renowned family, leaving her own unique mark on the world of glass. Marie-Claude Lalique: The Queen of Crystal Marie-Claude Lalique was born into...

The Bass Museum Comes to Auction The Bass Museum of Art, located in Miami Beach, is hosting an upcoming auction from its archives that is sure to excite art enthusiasts and collectors alike. The auction will feature a range of works of art from various exhibitions, including the “Promises of Paradise” exhibit, which explores mid-century Miami�...

The fascination with space has captured the hearts and minds of people for decades. From the early days of space exploration to the current era of private space travel, there are countless artifacts and memorabilia that have been produced along the way. For those who are passionate about space, collecting space memorabilia can be a rewarding hobby....

Tiziano Galli is an Italian contemporary artist known for his unique style of surreal and imaginative artworks. Galli was born in 1908 in Bologna, Italy and gained recognition for his paintings and sculptures that often depict dreamlike and fantastical scenes. Galli's works often incorporate elements of nature, mythology, and spirituality, and he u...

The Martin Brothers were a family of four ceramic artists, Robert Wallace, Walter Fraser, Edwin and Charles Douglas Martin, who worked in London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Their distinctive style was characterized by intricate and often grotesque designs featuring animals, birds, and human figures. They were particularly renowne...

Collecting vintage and antique buttons can be fascinating and rewarding for those interested in history, fashion, or vintage items. Antique buttons can be found in a number of shapes, sizes, materials, and designs, and can range in age from the 18th century to the early 20th century. ONE OF THE TOP 6 RARITIES IN THE AUCTION There are many categorie...

A lifelong passion for Wedgwood began for Betty Issod in the early 1950s, after her introduction to English ceramics by her dearest friend, Muriel Polikoff, a well-known dealer from Philadelphia.  Muriel introduced Betty to the Buten Museum of Wedgwood in Merion, PA. It was at the Museum, where she first glimpsed ...

Hollywood, FL - Lion and Unicorn is proud to announce an upcoming auction featuring a collection of luxurious jewelry, art, bronzes, crystal, and more. The auction, set to take place on Sunday January 29th, will offer a wide variety of high-end items for discerning collectors and connoisseurs. Luxurious Jewelry, Art, Bronzes, Crystal, and More The ...

The Surfboard will be auctioned with Lion & Unicorn and 100% of the proceeds are going to Chasin’ A Dream as a charitable donation. Artist Claire P. Cohen has donated one of her works to be sold with 100% of proceeds to be used as a Charitable Donation to Chasin A Dream. CLAIRE P. COHEN: IN THE LAND OF SUBMARINESACRYL...

What were the top stories in the auction industry this month? Pair of Celine faux tortoiseshell sunglasses. Image courtesy of Stair. Top News Stories Among the most exciting auctions this November was Stair’s sale of Joan Didion’s personal possessions, which gathered headlines and steam before the live bidding even began. The auction totaled ov...

Size defies when it comes to premier vintage to antique buttons at auction. Such was the case at Hollywood, FL's Lion and Unicorn two-day Fall Antique Button Collectors Auction, held on November 8 and 9, 2022. This breathtaking event featured 1,000 lots of century-spanning buttons made from metal, glass, horn and ivory, stone, wood, and other exoti...

The collecting category tobacciana includes items related to tobacco products, companies, or promotion. Fine jars, ashtrays, and other smoking associated accoutrements continue to light up enthusiasts, with the rarest examples generating four and five figures at auction. Lion and Unicorn of Hollywood, Florida is presenting nearly 600 lots of pub an...