Revere Auctions
550 Vandalia St #304, St Paul, Minnesota 55114
612-440-6985
About Auction House
Revere Auctions is an auction house in St. Paul, Minnesota. They aim to provide maximum exposure in the market for their clients. They specialize in Asian art, fine art, and jewelery, among other fields.Auction Previews & News
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Auction PreviewRevere Auctions to Offer Hu Wenming Style Parcel Gilt Bronze Censer and Huanghuali Horseshoe-Back Armchairs
This July, Revere Auctions will present more than 300 Asian and American collectibles in its upcoming auction. Among the highlights is an antique parcel-gilt bronze Chinese censer probably belonging to the late Ming or Qing dynasty. With two looped handles, the piece stands 4.75 inches high and weighs approximately 383.6 grams. It includes intricate decorations along the sides with scholar's objects such as incense burners and brush pots. According to the auction house, this style is similar to works by Hu Wenming and his workshop. Hu Wenming (1573 - 1620) was one of the most accomplished metalworkers in Chinese history. A pair of Huanghuali horseshoe-back armchairs is another notable lot. Dating to the 18th century, these horseshoe-back jiaoyi armchairs are considered highly valuable among collectors. Each chair has a paneled seat and characteristically shaped top rails. The back splats have two carved panels depicting lotus plants and a female figure. The legs joined by stretchers come with a footrest. As per the auction house, these chairs are structurally sound and stable. The event also offers objects like an ancient cloisonné incense holder from the Qing dynasty, a large Bactrian camel figure from the Tang dynasty, and a large double Qing embroidery work. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on the Eternal Beauty: Splendors in Asian Art sale and browse other online auctions. Find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
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Auction PreviewRevere Auctions Offers Werner Scholz Painting, Gorham Chantilly Flatware Set, and Other Rarities This May
Berlin painter Werner Scholz was best known for exploring Germany's darker side during the interwar years with expressive and empathetic attention to the lives of the petit bourgeoisie. The upcoming Revere Auctions sale will feature two Scholz paintings. A 1932 oil-on-panel painting of two children and a motherly figure by the artist is particularly noteworthy. This piece depicts the mother holding aloft a golden cross. Scholz’s well-articulated paintings drew heavily on German Expressionism but had a dark, often melancholy undertone. Another notable fine artwork in the catalog is a 1981 oil painting by German painter Andreas Müller, depicting the Madonna. In the work, Mary wears an embroidered gold and pearl gown in red. Müller’s signature appears in the lower left corner. Beyond fine art, this auction includes decorative art, furniture, jewelry, and collectibles. Leading this section of the catalog is a Gorham Chantilly sterling flatware set. The Chantilly design was introduced by the company in 1895. Chantilly pieces are noted for their delicate designs, scrollwork, and floral embellishments. The available 100-piece set includes knives, soup spoons, forks, teaspoons, tablespoons, and serving ware, among other items. Additional lots of interest include a Georges L'Enfant gold bracelet, a diamond and rose gold Patek Philippe timepiece, a carved wooden sculpture by Mallica “Kapo” Reynolds, and a pair of $50 platinum coins. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete All That Glitters: Luxury Goods & Art catalog and find other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewRevere Auctions to Present Peanuts Drawings, Strips, Ephemera, and More
This upcoming event from Revere Auctions offers a dedicated catalog of fine art, collectibles, and pop culture items related to Charles Schulz’s Peanuts. The celebrated syndicated comic strip ran continuously for 50 years, becoming a cultural touchstone and inspiration for other comics. In the upcoming sale, the top lots include original Peanuts strips drawn and signed by Schulz. This includes a four-panel Peanuts strip for Saturday, May 28, 1994. Executed in black ink over pencil on drawing board, the strip shows a loud encounter between Snoopy and Woodstock. Another available drawing by Schulz depicts the characters Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy. It dates from the 1970s. Lucy sits in her psychiatric booth, offering advice to a despondent Charlie Brown. A wide selection of memorabilia and ephemera created by Schulz for a NASA space exhibition will also be presented in the upcoming sale. By the 1960s, the Peanuts characters had already become widely popular in American culture. Schultz began a formal collaboration with NASA in 1968, when the space agency approached him to use Snoopy as a safety mascot. The artist eventually created a variety of posters, banners, and other items for the Space Age. This catalog particularly features a signed manned flight awareness poster for the Apollo 17 mission and a Snoopy-related space exploration ephemera collection. Peanuts animation cels, neon signs, books, and other items will be available as well. The complete Snoopy & Friends: A “Peanuts” Auction catalog and other online auctions can be found on Bidsquare.
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Auction PreviewGrace Hartigan Painting, Andy Warhol’s ‘Sunset’ Screenprint Lead Revere Auctions’ Upcoming Sale
This March, Revere Auctions will present a selection of fine artworks by contemporary artists and Abstract Expressionist masters. Among the highlights is a large oil on canvas painting rendered by American artist Grace Hartigan (1922 - 2008). Titled Dublin, this Abstract Expressionist painting is composed of muted colors with a dash of vibrant blue and purple hues. According to the auction house, this painting is part of Hartigan’s European Place painting series. On her return to the United States from Europe and Ireland, she produced this series of paintings from 1958 to 1959. A unique screenprint on paper by Andy Warhol (1928 - 1987) is another notable lot. The available piece is from Warhol’s Sunset series from 1972. It depicts a bold, yellow sun on a blue and green background. It is one of 632 unique prints created for the Hotel Marquette in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the auction house notes. The event also offers masterpieces by artists such as George Morrison and Charles Biederman. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on the Revere Auctions Fine Art Evening Sale and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewSam Gilliam Painting, Frank Stella ‘Polar Coordinates’ Lithograph Lead Revere Auctions’ Upcoming Sale
In Revere Auctions’ first sale of 2024, a selection of luxury jewelry will be presented alongside assorted paintings, prints, multiples, coins, and more. Leading the catalog is an acrylic on birch plywood painting by Sam Gilliam. This abstract composition was executed in 2000 and includes a three-dimensional painted wedge jutting out from the lower right corner. Gilliam was a renowned American Color Field painter who resisted popular trends in favor of pursuing his own artistic vision. He was best known for his Drape paintings, which were vast pieces of loose canvas covered in swirls and splatters; they could be freely hung from walls, ceilings, or even over other objects on the floor. The offered work by the artist includes his signature and a handwritten title on the back. Additional fine artworks of note in the catalog include an offset lithograph and screenprint by Frank Stella titled Polar Co-ordinates II from the series titled Polar Co-ordinates for Ronnie Peterson. This piece depicts circular bands of color on a rotated, seemingly interlocked grid. Stella created this work to honor Ronnie Peterson, the Swedish racing driver who fatally crashed during the 1978 Italian Grand Prix. Stella was friends with Peterson and was working on this series at the time of the latter’s death. Bidders can also consider assorted lithographs and prints, including a piece by Robert Cottingham depicting a neon sign reading “Roxy Arcade” from 2002. An 1894 twenty-dollar gold Liberty Head double eagle coin, a “Grand Baroque” sterling silver flatware set, and fountain pen sets are on offer as well. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full January Jewels: Fine Art & Luxury Goods sale catalog and find other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewStriking Glass Creations by Dale Chihuly and Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Glass Come to Sale With Revere Auctions
American glass artist Dale Chihuly is renowned for experimenting in the field of glassblowing. His famous series include Blankets, Seaforms, and Chandeliers, which include a variety of patterns, textures and colors. The upcoming Revere Auctions sale will feature a set of four "Persian Forms" hand-blown glass by Chihuly. It is a spiderweb pattern piece in turquoise blue, orange, and black colors, with one shell-like form, one large open bowl, and two cones. Another noteworthy glass creation in the catalog is a Bertil Vallien for Kosta Boda Glass, Sweden. It depicts an opaque blue glass head sculpture, most probably from the artist’s Brains series. Kosta Boda Unique 8BVAON 999857 is signed and inscribed along the underside. The Swedish glass artist worked primarily with sculpture and ceramics. A one cent "Poison This Rat" flip ball style arcade game (c. 1941) also leads the listings. Manufactured by Groetchen Tool Co., it features slogans urging the purchase of WWII war bonds. The game is all about inserting pill balls into the opening of the moving Hitler’s head by using a control knob to turn it. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Visual Splendor: Decorative Arts & Photography sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewGeorge Morrison Abstract Works and Tony Eubanks Painting Available With Revere Auctions
The Abstract Expressionist Ojibwe artist George Morrison was best known for his non-figurative paintings that drew on the colors, patterns, and spirit of traditional Native American artworks. Two notable paintings by Morrison will be available in Revere Auctions’ upcoming sale. Mirrored Image, a 1956 gouache on paper, is particularly highlighted. This piece features layered shades of yellow, salmon, and peach. With its geometric angles and interlocking strips of color, the work recalls Morrison’s famous collages and woodcuts. Another notable fine artwork in the catalog is a 1981 oil painting by Tony Eubanks depicting a cowboy monitoring a herd of cattle. This work echoes the subject matter and color palette of early 20th-century Western art, though Eubanks added contemporary touches like a pair of sunglasses on the cowboy to place the image in modern times. Beyond paintings, this auction features a selection of photographic prints by the likes of Ansel Adams and Alec Soth. Bidders can also consider a pair of glass “Persian Forms” by Dale Chihuly. These hand-blown glass sculptures feature vivid green stripes and red rims. Additional lots of interest include a lounge chair and ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, a cast bronze figure by Frederic Remington, a Tiffany poppy lamp, and a pair of tall Northwest Coast totem poles. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full Harvesting Beauty: A Showcase of Fine & Decorative Arts catalog and find other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewOriginal Four-Panel Peanuts Comic Strip and Psychedelic Sculpture by Peter Max to Sell With Revere Auctions
American cartoonist Charles M. Schulz was the creator of the world-famous comic strip Peanuts. It first appeared in 1950 in seven newspapers and was syndicated by United Features. The upcoming sale from Revere Auctions will feature an original four-panel piece from this immensely successful work by Schulz. The daily strip for Monday, February 15, 1965 is in black ink over pencil on drawing board. The sale also showcases a hand-painted Lucite/acrylic sculpture by Peter Max. A striking psychedelic and Pop Art work, it depicts a brightly-hued Statue of Liberty and is signed along the lower edge. Max is well known for portraying American cultural icons with such bursts of color. A large oil on canvas painting by Doug Argue also leads the fine arts listings. Titled Purple Monster Eating, it portrays a strange creature eating at the table. Inspired by German Expressionism, the work explores abstraction in infinite time and space. Another noteworthy lot is George Morrison’s oil and collage on canvas laid board. It depicts an abstract figure amid vivid flowers. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Summer Selections: Fine & Decorative Arts sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewAntique Soapstone Sculpture, 17th-Century Chinese Parcel-Gilt Bronze Incense Burner, and More at Revere Auctions
This July, Revere Auctions will present more than 300 Asian, Indian, and Middle-Eastern collectibles in its upcoming sale. Among the highlights is a large soapstone sculpture belonging to the late Qing dynasty. With polychrome painted highlights, the piece stands 22 inches high and 15.5 inches wide. It depicts a seated Guanyin watching the water moon. The legs elegantly rest on lotus blossoms and the figure is surrounded by swirling water. According to the auction house, this sculpture was formerly owned by Zaiyi, also known as Prince Duan (Chinese, 1856 - 1923). An antique Chinese parcel-gilt bronze incense burner is another notable lot. Dating to the 17th century, the available lot comes with a Hu Wenming mark. Wenming is considered one of the most famous metalworkers in Chinese history. The burner is characterized by densely worked backgrounds covered with delicate floral and foliate motifs. It has two handles in the form of open-mouthed dragons breathing fire. The event also offers objects like an ancient Chinese gold bead necklace and a cloisonné hand mirror from the Qing dynasty. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on The Arts of Asia, India, & the Middle East sale and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewPavlos Dionyssopoulos Mixed-Media Sculpture, Dale Chihuly Glass, and More at Revere Auctions
Pavlos Dionyssopoulos was a multi-talented Greek artist and sculptor known for his unique paper sculptures. Born in 1930 in Filiatra of Messinias, Dionyssopoulos completed his studies at the Athens School of Fine Arts. His name is closely associated with the Nouveau Realistes movement in France. Dionyssopoulos drew inspiration from everyday objects such as glass, bottles, cups, and jackets. He made paper sculptures from misprinted posters and metal wires. The upcoming Revere Auctions event presents a large mixed-media sculptural work by Dionyssopoulos. Titled Sales Rack I, the art composition from 1967 portrays hanging clothing. It is composed of folded paper strips affixed to a wooden board in true Dionyssopoulos style. Also highlighted is a four-piece blown glass basket set by the prominent glass artist Dale Chihuly. Born in 1941 in Tacoma, Washington, Dale Chihuly ventured into glass while pursuing interior design at the University of Washington. His works have been displayed in more than 200 museums worldwide. The available lot in varying shades of pink showcases the artist’s mastery over glassblowing. The auction also offers a 4.14-carat diamond ring set, a large diamond and opal ring, oil paintings after works by Raphael, and more. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Worldly Delights: Fine Jewels, Art, & Decorations sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewUpcoming Revere Auctions Event Will Highlight Selections From the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher
Carlo Bugatti was a specialist in Art Nouveau furniture known for his distinctive and lavish designs. Bugatti started manufacturing furniture in Milan in 1880 and received worldwide fame. A large Eastern-style pier mirror by Bugatti is available in the upcoming Style & Splendor: Selections from the Estate of Horst Rechelbacher sale, presented by Revere Auctions. Bugatti’s fondness for Eastern influences can be seen in the ebony wood shelf which is decorated with a marquetry top and metal inlay illustrating bamboo, flowers, and birds. An unusual chair will be available in the sale as well. The offered item is considered to be a revolutionary piece that exhibits postwar Japan’s developing vitality and ingenuity. Shiro Kuramata is known as one of the most important Japanese designers of the 20th century. Kuramata was primarily recognized for his use of commercial materials such as wire steel mesh and plexiglass to design furniture. Adorned with a standard upholstered armchair, the double seater chair is made of reflective nickel-plated steel mesh. The design was made to challenge the concept of form in furniture design, according to the lot essay. Discover a wide range of fine art, furniture, and jewelry online auctions on Bidsquare.
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Auction Preview19th-Century Oil on Canvas Paintings and 20th-Century Avant-Garde Art at Revere Auctions
American painter Joseph Meeker shared a special connection with the Mississippi River. During the American Civil War, Meeker often sailed up and down the river while serving as a paymaster for the Union Navy. He was so charmed by the beauty of the bayous that he made elaborate sketches and paintings of the landscapes. Morning on the Upper Mississippi, an outcome of one of those trips, is a key highlight of this upcoming Revere Auctions event. The oil on canvas portrays Lake Pepin dotted with steaming riverboats, outshined by the scenic view of dawn. Meeker’s exceptional eye for the distinctive mood and feel of the location makes it a compelling artwork. Another notable landscape painting on offer is Alexis Jean Fournier’s A Spring Pastorale. It portrays a herd of grazing sheep with flowering fruit trees in the background. The American artist was renowned for his lifelike representations of landmarks in St. Paul and Minneapolis. François Morellet’s avant-garde abstract sculpture of cellular grids also leads the listings. Created with superimposed rods of stainless steel, the hypnotic piece belongs to Morellet’s Sphere-Trames series, started in 1960. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
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Auction PreviewModern Design, Elizabeth Catlett Lithographs, and More at Revere Auctions
Vladimir Kagan moved to America in 1938, where he began to produce furniture while working under his father, a renowned cabinetmaker. In 1948, Kagan launched a shop in New York, and it earned him international recognition. His clientele included popular figures such as Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol. Revere Auctions’ upcoming Post-War & Contemporary Art sale will feature a pair of sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan. The snake-shaped sofa was introduced in 1950. “Up to this point, it was most common to place a straight sofa along the wall,” said Chris Eitel, director of design and production of Vladimir Kagan Design Group. “By bringing the sofa into the middle of the room, Vladi was able to create space for his clients to view and appreciate their new, larger-scale artworks.” Also available in the sale is work by Elizabeth Catlett. Titled Madonna, the offered lithograph depicts a woman embracing her two children. While working as a mural artist for two months in the 1930s, Catlett became familiar with the social activism of Diego Rivera. Influenced by Rivera’s style, her sculptures, prints, and paintings address the issues of Black American women. Explore the sale catalog and register to bid online on Bidsquare for more online auctions.
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Auction PreviewFine and Decorative Arts: Day 1
Ed Ruscha is a multi-talented American artist known for his word paintings. As a child, Ruscha wanted to become a cartoonist and received training from artists such as Emerson Woelffer and Robert Irwin. In the1970s, Ruscha, along with fellow artists Jenny Holzer and Barbara Kruger, began incorporating written phrases in his art. During this post-Pop Art period, he also invented Boy Scout Utility Modern- a squared-off and all-caps typeface. Explaining the inspiration for his famous word paintings, a combination of Pop and Conceptual Art, Ruscha states, “I like the idea of a word becoming a picture, almost leaving its body, then coming back and becoming a word again.” The upcoming Revere Auctions event presents a text-based lithograph from Ruscha, titled Cold Beer Beautiful Girls. The words, printed in white, fade into the background. Also showcased is a porcelain bowl by the prominent potter and painter Adelaide Alsop Robineau. To pursue her interest in art, Robineau started training under William Merritt Chase and later went on to study ceramics under Charles Binns. The available flambé piece features her experiments with glazing techniques and her mastery in ceramics. The auction also offers works by Andy Warhol, Konstantin Korovine, Rudolf Weber, and Jaehyo Lee. Interested collectors can view the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
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Auction PreviewFine and Decorative Arts: Day 2
Founded in 1886, Newcomb College was the first women’s coordinate college within an American university. The school, which was famous for its pottery, provided an opportunity for women to acquire industrial skills during the postwar period. The embroidery curriculum, introduced later, offered a quality standard similar to the college’s pottery program. The upcoming Revere Auctions event presents a Newcomb College embroidered linen Arts & Crafts sewing bag. The embroidery on the linen base depicts a landscape scene of forested hills in simple stitches. Another highlight of the auction is a steel patio table from Sol LeWitt. The geometric pattern table with a center plaque features a concentric semi-circle design in shades of blue, gray, and red. Also showcased is a Cartier 1.7-carat brilliant-cut yellow diamond ring and a Prairie School Arts & Crafts hardwood chair by George Mann Niedecken. Those interested in the auction can also consider a selection of Lalique glassware, Rhead pottery wares, Sir Richard Burton books, and Indonesian Javanese Golek puppets. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
