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Sarasota Estate Auction Set to Offer Paul Jenkins Painting, Knoll Saarinen Tulip Table, and More
Paul Jenkins pioneered his approach to Abstract Expressionism by moving wet paint on the surface of his work by tilting the canvas, allowing color to move and pool. An example of his work is up for bid during Day One of the May Fine Art, Antiques, Jewelry & Silver Auction…
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Colorful Paul Evans Sideboard Available With S&S Auction
Noted American furniture designer Paul Evans was a master in uniting craft with glamor. Active in the 1970s, his blocky designs bridged the sleek minimalism of the 1960s with the next decade’s preference for kitsch. Evans’ work has been described as “stunningly beautiful, stunningly ugly, stunningly tacky, [and] stunningly sophisticated,”…
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From Museum-Worthy Renoir Paintings to Qing Dynasty Antiques, Millea Bros. Presents Three-Day Extravagant Auction
The upcoming auction by Millea Bros. is a three-day event that will showcase more than 1,000 lots. The first day features Modern art. Highlights include a Fernand Léger gouache, a Richard D. MacDonald bronze sculpture, Alberto Giacometti drawing, and works from the collection of Wolf Kahn & Emily Mason. Kahn and Mason…
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Rago’s Modern Design Auction Spotlights Intricate Woodwork by George Nakashima
American craftsman George Nakashima was imprisoned in an internment camp in Idaho, along with his wife and infant daughter, in 1942. It was there that the artist learned unconventional Japanese woodworking techniques from another prisoner. In 1943, after he and his family were able to leave the camp, Nakashima began…
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20th Century & Contemporary Art Evening Sale at Phillips Features Yves Klein’s “Relief Éponges” Work
A self-taught artist, Yves Klein is known for his studies of colors. The artist created several monochromatic paintings using his trademark color, International Klein Blue. The Museum of Modern Art has pointed out that Klein saw monochrome painting as an “open window to freedom, as the possibility of being immersed…
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Puiforcat and Camusso Silverware Featured in Upcoming Auctions at Showplace Event
Puiforcat was formed in 1820 by Émile Puiforcat. The company was notable for its silver cutlery and flatware with formal designs adjusting forms to match the function. The upcoming Auctions at Showplace event presents a set of Puiforcat French sterling silver cutlery. The monogrammed 150-piece set was commissioned for the…
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Modern and Contemporary Artworks Highlight Upcoming Sale by Palm Beach Modern Auction
An upcoming sale of Modern + Contemporary Art, Design & Luxury from Palm Beach Modern Auction features a monumental portrait painting by Spanish artist Manolo Valdés. Like many of Valdés’ others, the artwork, titled Jacqueline, takes inspiration from both Pop Art and material art. Larger-sized graphic and sculptural pieces that…
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Floral Still-life Paintings of Le Pho & Andy Warhol and Monumental Kinetic Sculpture of Lin Emery Highlight Brunk Auctions’ Upcoming Sale
As Vietnam was under the colonial rule of France for several decades, the French art world had a profound influence on many Vietnamese artists, including the Hanoi-born Lê Phổ. The painter is best remembered for his stylized floral still-life depictions that reflect French and Vietnamese cultural influences. A large Lê…
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Erté’s Art Deco Sculptures in Focus at Lion and Unicorn
Lion and Unicorn presents over 400 lots of fine and decorative art in its upcoming event, with a particular focus on Erté’s sculptural works. Born Romain de Tirtoff in Russia, Erté was among the most prominent designers and artists of the Art Deco era. His works embraced the lavishness and…
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Important Estate Sale at Clarke Auctioneers Features Alexander Calder Tapestry
American artist Alexander Calder was known for his kinetic sculptures. He was also recognized for his Modernist paintings. Calder frequently translated the vibrant visual characteristics of his sculptures onto his paintings. Tapestry, a handcrafted maguey fiber piece by Alexander Calder, is a prominent highlight of Clarke Auctioneers’ forthcoming Important Estate…
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20 | 21 Art Sale to Showcase a Soak-Stain Painting by Helen Frankenthaler
Known as one of the most prolific artists of the 20th century, Helen Frankenthaler had a career that spanned over six decades. She is revered for contributing to the Color Field painting movement. She pushed the boundaries of contemporary art by introducing the soak-stain technique in the 1950s. Frankenthaler used…
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Alfred Bricher Painting and Antique Persian Rugs Highlight 1stbid’s Upcoming Sale
New Hampshire-born painter Alfred Bricher (1837 – 1908) was associated with the Hudson River School style of art that emphasized landscapes and luminism. As someone who loved the coastal life, Bricher often explored the reflection and refraction of light on seascapes and landscapes in his paintings. One such artwork is…
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Modern 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’…
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Important Two-Day Spring Estates Auction Features Oushak Rug and Luxury Jewelry
The first session of Crescent City Auction Gallery’s upcoming Important Spring Estates Auction will offer a Turkish Angora Oushak rug. The rug originated in Oushak, a small town located in the western part of Turkey. Since the Ottoman period (1299 CE – 1922 CE), the town has been a preeminent…
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Wassily Kandinsky’s Abstract Work and Vintage German Sterling Silver Automaton Box Come to Auction
Russian painter and theorist Wassily Kandinsky was one of the founding fathers of Abstract Expressionism in the world of Western art. Closely associated with the influential group Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), he emphasized the power of pure hues. The artist strongly believed in the harmony and spirituality of…
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Nicholas Mongiardo’s Furniture - Highlight of Upcoming Stair Auction
Nicholas Mongiardo is famous for his restored and Art Deco-inspired furniture pieces. Mongiardo’s elite clientele includes Giorgio Armani, Calvin Klein, Yoko Ono, and Donna Karan. His classic furniture designs have a smooth finish, portraying the influence of masters like Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. The upcoming Stair Galleries auction features a low table by Nicholas…
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Living Contemporary Auction at Rago Will Highlight George Nelson’s Marshmallow Sofa
Rago’s upcoming Living Contemporary auction will offer a Marshmallow sofa by George Nelson. After working as an associate editor at Architecture Forum and Fortune magazine, Nelson eventually left to design furniture at Herman Miller’s company. Following the launch of his first collection in 1947, Nelson became a leading figure in…
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Philip Taaffe Abstract Art and Harrington Mann Portrait Highlight Winter Southern Estates Sale
Contemporary American artist Philip Taaffe is best known for his visually stimulating works. His art is a synthesis of cultural motifs, abstract patterns, and process-based techniques. From Islamic mosques to Japanese perforated screens, Taaffe borrows richly from his extensive world travels. His works have been displayed at solo exhibitions, including…
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Anzolo Fuga Glass Vessel and Lanceray Bronze Sculpture Available With Millea Bros. Ltd
In early February, Millea Bros. Ltd will offer a wide selection of paintings, furniture, decorative arts, and more. One of the featured lots on day three of the event is a Murano glass vase attributed to Anzolo Fuga. Born in 1914, Fuga studied at the Istituto d'Arte di Venezia, where…
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Modern Works in Glass, Steel, Wood, and More Available From Rago
It would be difficult to speak of the state of modern art glass without at least mentioning Dale Chihuly. The artist cofounded the Pilchuck Glass School in Washington State, from which many renowned glass artists have been launched. Chihuly has been the recipient of 12 honorary doctorates, his work can…
