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Antique Quilts, Americana and Folk Art from the Estate of Laura Fisher Now Open for Bidding on iGavelAuctions.com
New York: South Bay Auctions is pleased to announce a single-owner timed auction of items from the estate of late quilt expert, Laura Fisher (1945-2021), is now open for bidding exclusively on igavelauctions.com through Thursday, August 11th, 2022. More than 150 lots from Fisher’s estate will be offered including antique…
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Retro Baby Grand Piano and Vintage Carpets to Sell With Willow Auction House
Baby grand pianos have always been a popular keyboard instrument for living rooms owing to their size and affordability. Generally measuring around five feet in diameter, these pianos are appropriate for domestic use. With its distinct sound quality, the piano can fill small apartment spaces with full resonance. A retro…
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Jewelry, Furniture, Paintings, and More at Crescent City Auction Gallery’s Two-Session Estate Sale
Crescent City Auction Gallery’s upcoming Important Summer Estates Auction will present a selection of paintings, furniture, sterling silver, rugs, and a selection of fine jewelry. A leading lot in the two-session sale is an 18-karat white gold diamond tennis necklace. The piece features 97 round links, each with a graduated…
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NY Elizabeth Offers Hermès Kelly Lizard Pochette, Louis Vuitton Ultra Limited Pink Monogram Neonoe
Buying an Hermès bag is considered an investment, and for bag lovers, NY Elizabeth is unpacking plenty of Hermès in its upcoming sale. A 2021 black lizard Kelly pochette (mini handbag) from Hermès will lead the 62 | Summer Collection of Designer Handbags. The style was named after Grace Kelly…
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Hans Böhler Painting and Tommi Parzinger Cabinets Featured in Abington Auction's Summer Sale
Hans Böhler was an Expressionist painter from Austria. He was well-known for his bold-colored artworks featuring a unique mix of Impressionism and Austrian avant-garde. The upcoming sale, presented by Abington Auction Gallery, Inc., presents The Red Shawl by Hans Böhler. The heavy impasto oil painting portrays a woman wearing a red shawl against…
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Brunk Auctions Highlights Sterling Silver Flatware Assortment, the Works of Charles Dickens in Upcoming Emporium Sale
An assortment of 19th and 20th-century flatware will be featured in the upcoming Emporium Auction from Brunk Auctions. This 86-piece collection of silver and sterling silver includes patterns from the Mansion House by Heirloom and Priscila by Dominick & Haff. A Wallace Irian solid handle butter knife, nine pieces of…
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Nantucket Fine Art by Robert Stark Jr. and More From Rafael Osona Auctions
Founder and director of Nantucket’s oldest gallery, the Stark Gallery on Old North Wharf, Robert Stark Jr. was also an American Luminist painter who approached his scenes with a modernist’s eye. Known primarily for coastal subjects, often with an iconic red sailed catboat in the middle to far distance, Stark…
Americana Auction, Including the Collection of Luis Arroyo, to Highlight Works by Ammi Phillips
Born in 1788, Ammi Phillips was among the most influential folk artists of the 19th century. A self-taught portrait painter, the artist produced over 2,000 works during his artistic career. An example of his art will be presented in the upcoming Americana Including the Collection of Luis Arroyo sale, hosted…
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A Patek Philippe Twenty-4 Quartz Watch Highlights Gallery 63’s Estate Auction
In this upcoming auction, Gallery 63 will be offering a Patek Philippe Twenty-4 watch. The 2010 quartz watch features the Timeless White dial on an 8.25-inch band and an 18-karat white gold buckle. The 12 and six o’clock markers are seen with silver Roman numerals; the remaining hours are each…
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Important antiquities and fine art for sale at Crescent City Auction Gallery
Crescent City Auction Gallery will host a two-session Important May Estates Auction in May. From fine art to furniture, collectibles and jewelry, Session I and Session II will offer over 900 items for sale. Kicking off Session I is a lady's 14-karat rose gold dinner ring. The gold and diamond…
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Bidhaus Presents David Webb Jewelry, Hermès Birkin Bags, and Other Luxuries for Mother’s Day
Bidhaus’ upcoming Mother’s Day auction of fine jewelry, handbags, and couture offers a curated selection of gifts and collectible luxury items. Among the top lots is a brilliant-cut diamond engagement ring that weighs 12.19 carats. The GIA-certified center stone boasts I color and SI2 clarity. Other key diamond jewelry pieces…
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Casco Bay Auctions to Offer Avant-Garde Artworks of Jean Tinguely and Roy Lichtenstein
Swiss painter and sculptor Jean Tinguely was known for his Métamatics kinetic sculptures, which were highly inspired by Dadaism. In paintings as well, Tinguely used the rebellious Dadaist techniques such as assemblage and collage, relying on improvisation rather than tradition. An abstract work by the artist is a key highlight…
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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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Antique Buttons Take Center Stage at Lion and Unicorn’s Dedicated Sale This April
The ivory carvings of the Dieppe region are known for their work-in-evidence, wherein the master craftsman’s effort can be seen in the work itself, being both more fine and deeply cut than those found in Paris. It was the carving and artistry itself that Dieppe was known for, whereas a…
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Artworks by David Hockney and Nicola Simbari, Georgian Breakfront Cabinet Highlight Ahlers & Ogletree’s Upcoming Sale
English painter David Hockney is a man of many hats, experimenting with painting, printmaking and other art forms. Having contributed significantly to the 1960s Pop Art movement, he is viewed as one of the most prominent British artists of the 20th century. Hockney’s The Desk, July 1st (1984), a collage…
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Palm Beach Collections Sale Features Stone Sculpture by Aqjangajuk Shaa and Louis XV Steinway Piano
The first session of Hindman’s Palm Beach Collections sale particularly features a sculpture by Inuit artist Aqjangajuk Shaa. Active since he was a teenager in the 1950s, Shaa learned his craft from his grandfather and other relatives in Nunavut, Canada. Dancing walruses were his favored subjects. Shaa also depicted humans…
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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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Vintage Porsche 550 Spyder Replica by Beck; Rare Matched Antique Wogdon & Barton Pistols Highlight Charlton Hall’s 93rd Anniversary Sale
Prominent among sports cars in the mid-1960s, the Porsche 550 has a significant racing history. As a result, the Porsche 550 is one of the most reproduced automobiles in the car world. A vintage Porsche 550 Spyder replica (1990) by Beck Development is a key highlight of the 93rd Anniversary…
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5-Carat Raymond C. Yard Diamond Earrings Steal the Spotlight at Joshua Kodner
Joshua Kodner will welcome the spring season with a sale of fine art and estate jewels, including notable items from Raymond C. Yard and Cartier. Known as the jeweler of the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, and DuPonts, Raymond C. Yard helped define Art Deco jewelry in the early 20th century. Yard focused…
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Explore Chanel Clothing, Handbags, and Accessories With Sotheby’s
Chanel, the French luxury label, is famous for its trendy fashion couture and accessories. The brand hosts and participates in multiple fashion shows globally to showcase its different collections. This upcoming Sotheby’s auction presents extensive clothing, handbags, and accessories collections from Chanel. One highlight is a surfboard from the 2019…
