Georg Jensen’s collaboration with Danish painter and lithographer Johan Rohde was the most significant association in the history of the company. Rohde’s unique vision further enhanced the company’s focus on silverware. A pair of Johan Rohde silver five-light candelabra for Georg Jensen is a key highlight of the upcoming Dining at Home auction, presented by Hindman. The pieces have a “Sterling” stamp and other markings on the underside. Rohde’s design combines the company’s hallmark characteristics and his interpretation of the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. Another noteworthy silver five-light candelabra pair in the sale is by Tiffany and Co. The circa 1895 candle holders have a vintage design featuring square bases and detailed adornment.
Two 19th-century English table service silver items lead the catalog. One is a pair of George III entrée dishes with engraved shield crests and griffon knops. The dishes are marked with “Paul Storr,” “William Burwash,” and “William Sibley.” An entrée in modern dining is a dish served prior to the main course during a meal. Another English serving item of interest is an intricately ornamented William IV tureen. It comprises a cover and an American coin soup ladle. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Hindman.
The Fall Fine Art and Interiors Auction, hosted by Case Antiques, offers an extensive collection of watches, including an 18-karat gold ladies Jaeger-LeCoultre bracelet watch. Founded by Antoine LeCoultre in 1833, Jaeger-LeCoultre is a Swiss luxury watch and clock company based in Le Sentier, Switzerland. The available watch has a mechanical caliber 841 movement and a thick, textured link bracelet design.
Another luxury watch available in the sale is a ladies Piaget 18-karat gold, diamond, and emerald watch with jade dial. Piaget is a Swiss luxury watch and jewelry company established by Georges Piaget in the community of La Côte-aux-Fées in 1874. Currently, it belongs to Richemont as a subsidiary. The offered Piaget watch features 32 round brilliant diamonds, weighing 0.96 carats. The clarity of the diamonds is VS2 with color grading of H. It is also accented by four natural emeralds with a jeweled mechanical movement, green jade dial, and 18-karat white gold bracelet. View more lots and register to bid for this and other online auctions on Bidsquare.
Considered to be the pioneer in luxury sports watches, the Royal Oak is a celebrated model of the world-famous watchmaker Audemars Piguet. Introduced in 1972, the watch was created by the famed designer Gérald Genta. Inspired by traditional diving helmets, it was named after a British Royal Navy warship, which commemorated the tree that saved King Charles II. A Royal Oak Offshore blue dial men’s watch is a key highlight of the upcoming Bidhaus sale. The watch has a unique style featuring prominent screw heads and an inventive case design. Some of Rolex’s popular men’s watches also lead the listings. Two of them are automatic models: a GMT Master 2 brown/ black bezel winding dial watch and a submariner watch with 18-karat white gold. The latter timepiece was produced for diving and is water and corrosion resistant.
The sale features a cushion diamond necklace featuring 18-karat white gold. Weighing 35 carats, the pillow-cut gem has a square shape with rounded edges. The antique shape has been in existence for 200 years. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
The Walking Liberty half dollar was the creation of expert engraver Adolph A. Weinman. The coins were in circulation in the United States from 1916 to 1947. Robert W. Woolley, the new United States Mint Director at the time, wanted to replace the Barber coinage after his appointment in 1915. Woolley suggested the Commission of Fine Arts hold a competition to invite new coin designs. The committee assigned Weinman’s creation to a half dollar and dime. However, these designs did not strike well, leading to their discontinuation in 1947. The upcoming sale by Blackwell Auctions presents a single lot of 176 Walking Liberty half dollars. According to Cornelius Vermeule, a notable art historian and classical art curator, these pieces are “the most beautiful American coins.”
Also featured in the sale is a Remington 870 Wingmaster shotgun with MOD barrel. The Remington pump-action shotguns found applications for hunting, self-defense, and shooting sports. They were famous for their reliable construction, easy maintenance, and affordability, making them the best-selling shotgun in history. Another highlight of the auction is a Moorcroft pottery handled vase featuring signature floral patterns and organic lines. Moorcroft pottery articles are sought-after for their nature-inspired designs. They also feature handwritten signatures and Moorcroft stamps of authenticity. The auction also offers a luxury chess set by Studio Anne Carlton, gold and diamond jewelry, a Waltham sterling pocket watch, and Japanese cloisonné vases. Interested collectors can explore the entire catalog of this and other online auctions on Bidsquare.
The furniture style that developed during the reign of Queen Anne was characterized by smaller size, lighter weight, and greater comfort compared to its predecessors. One such Queen Anne bonnet top high chest is a key highlight of the upcoming auction from Bonhams. Carved from cherry wood, the chest has minimal ornamentation unlike the veneers and inlays of the 17th century. Another noteworthy furniture lot is a pair of George III gilt and painted wood pier tables. Inspired by the art and architecture of Italy, it has a well-balanced design with an emphasis on refinement. Also of interest is a pair of George II giltwood girandole mirrors, crafted in the manner of Thomas Chippendale. Girandole was a popular design issued by the London-based cabinetmaker; the objects were created in the French fashion. The sale features a parcel ebonized bronze mounted bookcase cabinet in the style of Robert Herring. This Regency-era piece is made of mahogany, which was the primary choice of wood during the period.
A Japanese lacquered storage chest belonging to the Edo period (1615 – 1868) also leads the listings. Its geometric borders and abstracted foliage motifs are depicted using gold lacquer. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bonhams.
Andy Warhol once said of Campbell’s Soup, the subject of some of his most well-known Pop Art pieces: “I used to drink it. I used to have the same lunch every day, for 20 years, I guess, the same thing over and over again.” The original Campbell’s works were all hand-painted and hand-stamped. Soon after they were shown, Warhol began to use the photo-silkscreen process that became a signifier of his work. One of Andy Warhol’s tomato soup can silkscreens (numbered 44 / 250) is featured in the upcoming Important Fine Art and Design sale, offered by Auctions at Showplace.
Also in the catalog is a selection of collectible jewelry and watches, including a Vacheron Constantin Overseas chronograph wristwatch with a blue dial, a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust watch, a Cartier-style 18-karat gold panther head bracelet, and more. Some of the featured furniture pieces in the sale include a Gio Ponti for Singer modern walnut double dresser, a pair of Pedro Friedeberg modern chairs in the shape of a hand, and several George Nelson Herman Miller bedroom set pieces. Visit Bidsquare to find the complete catalog and browse other online auctions.
Christie’s online English & European Furniture, Ceramics, Silver & Works of Art auction will spotlight a 17th-century porcelain plate made for Madame Du Barry, the last mistress of King Louis XV of France. She was a commoner who had multiple lovers before she met King Louis XV. Her entry to the French royal court as maîtresse-en-titer was nothing short of a scandal. She was hastily married to Comte Guillaume du Barry with a false birth certificate. The smitten King requested many Parisian artists to create things for Madame Du Barry, one of which was this porcelain plate from a service made especially for her. The center has a “DB” monogram in gilt and flower garlands with a band of gilt husks to the well. The rim features heavenly putti in clouds that alternate with baskets of flowers and berried myrtle wreaths. The blue-ground rim has zig-zagging gilt bands.
Among decorative art, an untitled printed metal collage on wood by Tony Berlant stands out. The printed metal exteriors are pieced together with metal hardware. The blue background contrasts with the cluster of bright orange and peach-colored circles. Berlant’s precise use of images and fragments in his works create unique experiences for viewers. From Chinese famille rose porcelain to engravings in the style of Angelika Kauffman, Christie’s’ New York will present a wide array of fine and decorative arts dating from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Find the listed items and more by visiting Christie’s.
Milan-born sculptor Matteo Pugliese lived in Sardinia with his family for 12 years. During this period, he took to sculpture and drawing in a major way. Pugliese’s works are a combination of classic and modern styles. The sculptor’s Guardians series represents men from mostly Asian cultures geared with weapons to defend their land. Samurai Guardian V, a bronze and terracotta piece belonging to the series, is a key highlight at the upcoming sale from Alex Cooper Auctioneers. With a serious yet calm expression on his face, the warrior is armed and armored. The weapon, however, is a symbol of his inner defense rather than an expression of aggression.
Leading the fine art listings is John Pierce Barnes’ unframed oil on canvas painting. While the artist explored varied styles, he is best remembered for his Impressionist portraits and landscapes. This vibrant portrait characterizes his mastery over Impressionism. Another noteworthy artwork in the sale is Ursula Schultze-Bluhm’s untitled three-dimensional collage in mixed media. The wall-mount sculpture features a painted frame adorned with bottle caps, doll parts, toy animals, beads, and labels. Memories and fantasies significantly influenced the German painter’s Surrealist art. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Alex Cooper Auctioneers.
In the 1970s, Elsa Peretti was still a budding jewelry designer emerging from the fashion modeling world. She entered a contract with Tiffany & Co. in 1974, marking a turning point in the brand’s output. Peretti introduced her famous Bone cuff bracelet during this period. This bracelet was designed with sensuality and comfort in mind. “I have always been interested in the mechanics and its feel: every jewelry piece should be captivating and comfortable to wear,” Peretti said about the design. A right Bone cuff bracelet from Elsa Peretti and Tiffany & Co. is among the top lots of WinBids Auctions’ upcoming October Fine Jewelry and Timepieces event. Crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this piece bears the Tiffany and Peretti inscriptions along the inner side of the bracelet. Other notable jewelry lots include a 22.50-carat diamond and sapphire bracelet, a green enamel and diamonds Italian bracelet, and an elaborate dragon brooch drenched in gold and gemstones.
In the timepieces section of the auction catalog, an 18-karat yellow gold Piaget ladies watch is notable. It features a malachite face and gold rectangular case. Piaget’s malachite jewelry and timepieces embrace playfulness and color, elements infrequently found in many luxury pieces. A selection of Victorian and Art Deco items will be available in this sale, as well as jewelry from Michael Bondanza, Kurt Wayne, Bulgari, Boucheron, and Gucci. Browse the complete catalog and register to bid on WinBids Auctions’ website.
Claude Monet, a founder of Impressionism, wanted to remain anonymous most of his life and just paint. As a budding artist, Monet was part of a young group of painters that included Sisley, Renoir, and Cézanne. They were termed the “Impressionists” based on the incomplete-looking, individual strokes of their nouveau paintings. It was something the art world of the late 1800s had never seen before. Monet mastered the art of Impressionism, and he created his most loved and known water lily paintings before he was visually impaired. A painting attributed to Claude Monet depicting a young woman basking in the sun while wearing a hat is among the leading lots in the upcoming fall auction, presented by 500 Gallery. The front pencil monogram reads “Cl. M.”
The rocky island of Monhegan is a source of inspiration for many renowned painters. One of those painters was Rockwell Kent, who was also an illustrator and an advertising artist. Kent was also in the limelight when his suspected lover, Sally Maynard Moran, disappeared from the island where he and his wife lived in 1953. This sale will feature a letter to a fan from Rockwell Kent. The typed and hand-signed letter was sent from Kent to a fan named Miss Metcalf in 1963. The sale also offers a selection of paintings, drawings, prints, and sculptures by master artists. Notable names include Wassily Kandinsky, Frida Kahlo, Pablo Picasso, Otto Dix, Sam Francis, and Andy Warhol. Find the listed items and more online auctions on Bidsquare.
