Available from 500 Gallery this August is a robust collection of fine paintings, prints, multiples, drawings, and ethnographic artifacts. Leading the sale is an abstract composition attributed to Lee Krasner. It is signed “Lee” in the lower right and comes to the market unframed. This richly-hued painting offsets deep purples with strokes of ochre. Krasner was an inventive, skillful painter who worked on the cutting edge of Abstract Expressionism. She frequently switched between styles to fully explore her ideas. Also available is a set of 27 watercolor sketches attributed to Pablo Picasso. Each piece is signed and executed on fibrous gray-tan paper. Some sketches revisit familiar Picasso themes, including doves, horseback riders, and bulls.
A Cubist composition attributed to Le Corbusier will be offered as well. It is a watercolor and crayon on paper piece signed by the artist. The work uses geometric lines and amorphous curves to evoke a bird-like form with a human face. An architect and artist, Le Corbusier exerted broad influence on the Modernism movement and urban planning. Other key artists with attributed works in the catalog include Georgia O’Keeffe, Franz Kline, and Oskar Kokoschka. Among ethnographic works in the sale, a ritual vessel from Mali is notable. Carved of wood with a convex lid, this vessel features an equestrian and horse surrounded by groups of seated people. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete New Horizons Art Sale catalog and find other online auctions. Browse more auction previews on Auction Daily.
French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a renowned painter, draughtsman, caricaturist, illustrator, and printmaker. Inspired by the vibrant theatrical life in Paris during the late 19th century, Toulouse-Lautrec created stimulating images of the period. Aristide Bruant, a French cabaret artist and nightclub owner, was his foremost friend. In 1885, Toulouse-Lautrec started exhibiting his works at Bruant’s cabaret. Lautrec also designed some noteworthy music hall posters for Bruant. One such iconic 1892 poster, titled Ambassadeurs / Aristide Bruant, is a key highlight of the upcoming Swann Auction Galleries event. Executed with bold colors, it depicts Bruant wearing his signature red scarf, black hat, and cape. Bruant was famous for his unrestrained attitude on stage, and Toulouse-Lautrec aptly portrayed his imposing personality.
Another significant lot is Adolphe Mouron Cassandre’s Grand – Sport La Casquette (1925). The fashion advertising poster is clearly influenced by Cubism with its geometric approach. Particularly noteworthy is his airbrush treatment bordering the solid colors, something that went on to become his signature style. Jules Chéret’s Les Arts (1891), comprising four decorative panels, also leads the listings. The rare piece celebrates Chéret’s color lithography skills with its freewheeling composition and no inscription added. Visit Swann Auction Galleries to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Vintage Posters sale. Find more auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
This August, Doyle will present more than 350 Asian collectibles and fine art lots in its Doyle at Home auction. Among the highlights is an elegant pair of large, impressive lapis and gilt bronze urns. They include intricate decorations on the body and sides. Each piece stands 38 inches high and has a diameter of 22 inches. Gilt bronze prominently featured in 18th-century French décor. From furniture and porcelain mounts to candlesticks and clocks, gilt bronze was widespread during this time. A gilt-bronze mounted kingwood commode in the Louis XVI style is another notable lot.
Fine dinnerware and table settings are also part of the auction. Leading this category is a Herend porcelain partial dinnerware service set. This 100-piece cutlery includes plates, cups, saucers, bowls, trays, and more. Representing Queen Victoria’s VBO pattern, they feature stylized butterflies and colorful flowers, painted vividly. Also offered are objects like a Neoclassical-style white marble console table, an early 20th-century American sterling silver tea and coffee service set, and a pair of Samson porcelain vases and covers from the late 19th century. Visit Doyle to browse the complete Doyle at Home catalog and find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
In this upcoming live sale of California & Western Art from Bonhams, various paintings, collectibles, and other works of fine art will cross the auction block. Among the leading lots is an oil on canvas by American artist Franz Albert Bischoff (1864 – 1929). The offered work, titled Roses, shows an arrangement of white and pink blooms in a transparent glass vase. Austrian-born artist Bischoff was famous for his floral still lifes and California landscapes. Often referred to as the ‘King of the Rose Painters’, he was considered one of the finest porcelain artists in America. According to the auction catalog, the framed piece is signed ‘Franz A. Bischoff’ on the lower left and with the title on the reverse.
Also available in this auction is a signed artwork by American Impressionist painter and California resident Guy Rose (1867 – 1925). The offered work, titled The Sea, Laguna, is rendered in blue and white hues depicting the scenic Laguna Beach. A big splash of sea waves crashing against a rocky cliff takes the center focus. The cloudless sky and a sharp horizon line are highlighted as well. Other notable works in the catalog include Joseph Kleitsch’s painting First Street (now Glenneyre) at Legion Street, an oil on canvas by William Ritschel called Purple Tide, and a 1917 bronze sculpture by Anna Vaughn Hyatt Huntington (1876 – 1973). For more information on the California & Western Art sale, visit Bonhams’ website. Visit Auction Daily to read the latest auction previews and news.
The origins of earrings for pierced ears trace back thousands of years; however, clip-ons were invented only in the Victorian era. In European countries, when women adorned elaborate wigs and attires that concealed their ears, the need for earrings was negligible. The 19th century marked a change in fashion with pulled-back tresses and relaxed collar styles becoming popular. Although earrings began to reemerge, the Victorians remained reserved since they considered piercing to be improper. In the early 20th century, the introduction of clip-ons enabled anyone to wear earrings without the necessity for piercing. The upcoming sale by Robinhood Auctions will feature a pair of Bulgari clip-on earrings designed with round-cut diamonds weighing 7.0 carats. Each earring features a floral setting, measuring 1.25 inches long and 1.15 inches wide. The statement pieces are crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum and come in a gift box.
Another noteworthy lot is a bright and bold pair of De Grisogono earrings. They are designed with pink sapphires totaling 15.20 carats and diamonds weighing 1.94 carats. The Swiss luxury jewelry house was established in Geneva in 1993 by Fawaz Gruosi, a Lebanese-Italian black diamond specialist. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Jewelry & Important Watches auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions. Find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
Rafael Osona Auctions will present its August 3, 2024, Americana Fine Art, Decorative Arts Auction, offering a wide-ranging catalog of Nantucket paintings, collectibles, and more. Leading the sale is an oil on canvas painting by Robert Stark Jr., a luminist who spent his career capturing the New England coast. Stark was particularly known for his Nantucket water scenes. The available painting, titled Nantucket Rainbow Fleet, depicts a scattering of sailboats on dark blue-black water. In the foreground is a small boat with a bright orange sail, while the background hints at the shoreline and several other colorful boats. Another notable Nantucket artist in the catalog is Emily Hoffmeier. Her Fishing Boats at Nantucket Harbor, 1936 painting is among the key lots. The artist used Impressionistic brushstrokes to depict a light-soaked harbor scene. Hoffmeier spent over 20 years summering in Nantucket, painting and running community art events.
Beyond Nantucket artwork, this upcoming sale includes several historic Americana items and antique collectibles. A membership document signed by George Washington and Henry Knox is notable. This document for the Society of the Cincinnati dates back to 1784 and notes both men’s involvement in the American Revolutionary War. Bidders can also consider a Rolex Oyster Perpetual men’s wristwatch in stainless steel and 18-karat gold, a pair of John and William Cary Regency terrestrial and celestial globes. To view the complete August 3, 2024 Americana Fine Art, Decorative Arts Auction and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Find more auction previews on Auction Daily.
A selection of fine art, Asian antiques, rugs, and pre-Columbian objects will lead the upcoming Lou A. & Barbara B. Pritchett Collection sale from Helmuth Stone Gallery. Leading the catalog is a WWII American Flag lowered on January 2, 1942, the day before the Japanese entered Manila. The available American flag was presented by Tom and Aunty Carter to Louis and Barbara Pritchett on August 21, 1984. Among fine art lots, an oil on canvas painting by American artist Ray George Ellis is particularly notable. While Ellis’ oil and watercolor works are often considered Impressionist with their loose style and vibrant colors, they are also naturalistic and realistic.
The catalog also includes works from various pre-Columbian cultures. This includes a West Mexico, Colima redware vessel. The piece resembles a canine with a nubbin-like leg at each end and its head resting on its back. The vessel is crafted from redware pottery and has a wide spout opposite a raised head and a horseshoe-shaped body. Bidders can also consider a large Chinese Neolithic painted pottery jar, assorted carved wood polychromed Santos figures, and a Chinese Wucai box with porcelain dragons from the Ming era. To browse The Lou A & Barbara B Pritchett Collection catalog and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Find additional auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
Antonio Jacobsen’s oil on canvas from circa 1886, titled Portrait of the Schooner Sam L. Storer, leads the August 4, 2024 ~ The Marine Auction by Rafael Osona Auctions. Danish-born American maritime artist Antonio Nicolo Gasparo Jacobsen (1850 – 1921) arrived in the United States in August 1873. He settled across the Hudson River from Manhattan and New York Harbor, its port filled with ships from America and worldwide. Jacobsen got his start painting pictures of ships on safes, and as his reputation grew, he was asked to do portraits of ships by their owners, captains, and crew members, with many of his works selling for five dollars. Jacobsen was chosen both for the accuracy of his work and his low fee and was known as the “Audubon of Steam Vessels.” Jacobsen painted more than 6,000 portraits of sail and steam vessels over the course of his career.
The Marine Auction also offers a large 19th-century Narwhal tusk from the Arctic Circle. It measures six feet high and nine inches wide. It has a fine patina coat. The Arctic Circle is the most northern polar circle. The narwhal (Monodon monoceros) is a toothed whale native to the Arctic Circle. The narwhal has a stocky body with a prominent melon, reduced flippers, a shallow dorsal ridge, and mottled brown-and-white coloration. The tusk may serve as a weapon or a tool for feeding, attracting mates, or sensing water salinity. Notable artists with work in the sale include William Gay Yorke, Robert Salmon, and Derek George Montague Gardner. View the August 4, 2024 ~ The Marine Auction, and find other online auctions by visiting Bidsquare. Browse more auction previews on Auction Daily.
The upcoming Jewelry All Summer Long sale from WinBids Auctions will include antique jewelry and timepieces from brands such as Cartier, David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Patek Philippe. Among the top lots in the catalog is a 1960 complete boxed suite comprising a necklace, a pair of earrings, and a ring. This sophisticated suite was created in Paris, France by luxury jewelry retailer Chaumet. Set in solid 18-karat yellow gold, each piece comes mounted with natural green Malachite in the center. They are further accentuated with diamonds. The clip earrings can be easily converted to piercings. According to the catalog, the combined weight of the suite is approximately 205.7 grams.
Those seeking luxury watches will find examples from Cartier, Patek Philippe, and Vacheron Constantin. Leading this section of the catalog is a larger-size Cartier Tank Francaise automatic watch. In excellent condition, this men’s watch has a case dimension of 28 mm with a quick-set date of six o`clock. It comes with the original 18-karat solid gold case. Additional lots of interest include a 1977 bangle bracelet designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany Studios, a Van Cleef & Arpels collar-necklace, and a David Webb 1970 pair of clips-on earrings. Visit WinBids Auctions to view the complete Jewelry All Summer Long catalog and register to bid. Find more auctions of interest on Auction Daily.
Bonhams will present its Modern & Contemporary Art Online sale this August. Over 170 lots of fine art by the likes of Reuven Rubin and Armand Guillaumin will go under the hammer. A key highlight is an oil on canvas painting titled Peace Offering by Reuven Rubin. A Romanian-born Jewish painter, Rubin served as Israel’s first ambassador to Romania. He was considered a pioneer in the Israeli art world. The artist often depicted Biblical landscapes of his hometown and mythological subjects. The available lot is signed ‘Rubin’ and further signed in Hebrew. According to the auction house, Peace Offering was previously in the collection of Rabbi Dr. Alfred Gottschalk, a leader in the Reform Judaism movement. It is rendered in radiant, earthy shades of green and brown.
Other notable lots in the sale include a 1900 oil painting by French artist Armand Guillaumin (1841 – 1927). A member of the Impressionist group, Guillaumin was a close friend of Danish-French painter Camille Pissarro. They both met while studying at the Académie Suisse. His artworks were often composed of intense colors and depicted seascapes, industrial subjects, and landscapes of Creuse, Paris, and Esterel areas. The available lot, titled Les Roches rouges à Agay, is signed ‘Guillaumin’ and inscribed ‘N° 8’ on the reverse. Find the complete catalog and register to bid in the Modern & Contemporary Art Online event by visiting Bonhams. Browse other auction previews on Auction Daily.
