Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known as Mark Twain, was a celebrated writer, essayist and humorist. He was also known for his amusing travel writings, drawing on his rich experiences. One such bestselling work by Twain is a key highlight of the upcoming sale, offered by Potter & Potter Auctions. The Innocents Abroad, or The New Pilgrims’ Progress, published by American Publishing Company in 1869, is an eight-volume book with a frontispiece and engraved title-page. It comprises 14 plates inserted throughout and numerous intertextual illustrations. The book journals Twain’s travel accounts on the U. S. S. Quaker City steamship. The presentation copy is inscribed by Twain on the first blank. It reads, “This book is given to Miss Jane Findlay Shunk, With the Kindest regards of Mark Twain [flourish] Harrisburgh, [sic].”
Another lot of interest is Thomas L. McKenney’s History of the Indian Tribes of North America. The book has 42 hand-colored lithographed plates, mostly portraits of Native Americans painted by Charles Bird King. McKenney was a US official who served as Superintendent of Indian Affairs from 1824 to 1830. He worked with James Hall and Charles to create three volumes of the book, released between 1836 and 1844. Visit Potter & Potter Auctions to view the complete auction catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Books & Manuscripts sale. Check out more previews of upcoming auctions by visiting Auction Daily.
In Robinhood Auctions’ upcoming sale, over 445 lots of elegant timepieces and fine jewelry will come to auction. One of the leading lots is the HM6 Space Pirate watch from Maximilian Büsser & Friends, also known as MB&F. The auction house notes that this ref. JW1291 watch is offered in a pre-owned condition. This futuristic-looking watch, inspired by the space age, features a bold titanium case, a 72-hour power reserve, and a crystal dome housing the tourbillion. The hours and minutes are represented on separate, semi-spherical aluminum indications. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters. MB&F produced the first Horological Machine No.6-HM6 Space Pirate in November 2014. Another notable watch is the stylish Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph wristwatch with a black dial and 44mm case.
Within the jewelry section of the catalog, a ladies’ Bulgari bracelet stands out. It is adorned with yellow and sparkling white diamonds. Set in 18-karat yellow gold, this bangle-style bracelet measures 6.75 inches long. The yellow diamonds weigh 5.01 carats while the white diamonds total 5.68 carats. As per the catalog, the piece is in estate condition and includes the manufacturer’s box. Additional lots of interest include a pair of De Grisogono diamond and pink sapphire earrings, a skeletonized tonneau-shaped Malte watch from Vacheron Constantin, and an opulent bracelet from Carrera Y Carrera. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on this Fine Jewelry & Important Watches sale and browse other online auctions. Find more previews of upcoming auctions on Auction Daily.
Choker necklaces date back to around 2500 BCE, when Sumerian artisans crafted them in gold. They were also worn by Ancient Egyptians and were mentioned in the Talmud. An 18-karat yellow gold jewelry suite, comprising a noteworthy choker necklace, is a key highlight of the upcoming auction by Fine Estate. The necklace features 82 round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 1.64 carats. It is accented by step-cut sapphires, rubies, and emeralds, as well as four round-cut emerald cabochons. The suite includes a pair of complementing earrings. It also comprises a hinged bracelet with an inner circumference of 6.5 inches.
Another key lot is a Matilde Poulat necklace, earrings, bracelet, and finger ring set. The sterling silver suite is designed with amethyst and turquoise. Celebrated for her pre-European folk art style, Matilde Poulat is best known for using amethyst and turquoise stones in a subtle and detailed manner. A striking Christina Odegard horn bracelet also leads the listings. The carved buffalo horn is styled with 18-karat yellow gold studs and a toggle clasp closure. Odegard drew inspiration from natural materials such as ebony, horn and corals. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Once Upon A Time Fine Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions. Check out other auction previews on Auction Daily.
This year’s Fine Western & American Art sale by Coeur d’Alene Art Auction will present Embarrassed (Range Pony in Town), a 1910 oil on canvas painting by William R. Leigh. In his unpublished memoirs, Leigh wrote, “With his payoff money in his pocket, the cow-puncher does not keep his head very long. Usually, drunken men, when thrown, aren’t hurt – they merely afford amusement to the onlookers.” Inscribed on the verso of the painting’s frame is “Scene from Cody, Wyoming.” William R. Leigh (1866 - 1955) had a childhood infused with Native American folklore, and above all, a certainty that the West represented the authentic America. His paintings of Wyoming and the Southwest caught much attention. His later creations capture the characteristics of Native American and cowboy life.
In 1920, as Thomas Moran (1837 – 1926) neared the end of a long career, he was turning towards reinterpreting his favorite themes and applying updated technical skills that derived from new tastes in art. He reconsidered scenic concepts such as the Monterey Coast of California, which he found particularly inspirational. Monterey Coast (1920), an oil on canvas by Moran, is available in this sale. In this painting, Moran prioritized poetic suggestions for shrubs, trees, rocks, and rising land mass areas. The colors are soft and seem filled with inner illumination. Shadow hues are rich. Other notable artists represented in the sale include Howard Terpning, Charles M. Russell, Frederic Remington, and more. View the complete catalog and register to bid in the Fine Western & American Art sale and other online auctions on Bidsquare. Find additional auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
The latest sale from Vogt Auction Texas includes a wide selection of historical weapons and firearms, as well as advertising signs, American history items, and silver bars. Among the top lots is a set of three 10-troy-ounce silver bars. This mixed set is composed of bars from private American mint Republic Metals Corp., German technology group Heraeus, and American refinery OPM Metals. Also notable is a neon advertising sign for Colt. Wired in two colors, the sign features the curving Colt logo against a deep red background.
A collection of miscellaneous American cavalry gear will also be available in this upcoming auction. These antique items range from stirrups and tack to a blanket and 1889 campaign hat. Other items are identified as a member of the 2nd Texas Cavalry Regiment, a volunteer unit from Texas that fought for the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. The lot also contains everyday items that cavalry members would have carried, such as forks, cups, and a small knife. Another key historical lot is a captured Japanese flag dating back to World War II. This piece, which remains in fair condition with some color change due to age, was signed by crew members of the U.S.S. LCT 973. LCTs, or tank landing crafts, were used for amphibious attacks and beach landings. The United States utilized these tanks throughout World War II and later wars. A German World War II Nazi paramilitary motorcycle helmet will also cross the auction block. Visit Vogt Auction Texas for more details on this Firearms auction, and find additional auction previews on Auction Daily.
A selection of fine artworks, decorative art, Asian antiques, and furniture will lead the upcoming Doyle at Home sale from Doyle. Among the top lots is a work by the Impressionist painter Frank Myers Boggs, called Nogent-le-Roi. This watercolor and pencil piece is titled and signed by Boggs. The artist was known for his Parisian street scenes and harbor views of Holland, England, and France, all depicted in distinctive styles. Bringing together elements from Tonalism and Impressionism, Boggs created a unique art form at the crossroads between American and European culture. In capturing the peaceful atmosphere that he admired, the artist used muted colors to depict wet streets and foggy skies.
A selection of important porcelain is available in this auction, including a pair of Staffordshire pottery figures of Jupiter and Diana from the late 18th or early 19th century. Antique Victorian figures, animals, and buildings from Staffordshire are iconic representations of 19th-century British folk art, reflecting the fashions, attitudes, and customs of imperial Britain. Beyond English art, the catalog includes works from various Asian cultures. This includes a set of five Chinese Sancai glazed pottery items. Three-colored Sancai is a polychrome ceramic ware produced during the Tang dynasty, which ruled China from 618 to 907 CE. The offered set includes a temple model, two glazed thrones, and a pair of offering tables. Visit Doyle to browse the complete Doyle at Home catalog and find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
Italian-American book illustrator and artist Pino Daeni created more than 3,000 book covers, magazine illustrations, and movie posters over his career. He is noted for his figurative paintings comprising romantic and feminine imagery of women. Rooted in Impressionism, Daeni also experimented with Expressionism and was inspired by Pre-Raphaelites and the Macchiaioli. The upcoming Robinhood Auctions sale will feature Ester, an original oil painting on board by the artist. Using rich and warm hues, the artist depicts his subject in a soft and delicate manner with easy yet precise brushstrokes. Hand signed by Pino Daeni, the custom-framed artwork comes with a letter of authenticity. Another striking painting is an original mixed media work on paper by Lu Hong. Titled Cassandra 02, it measures 35 inches by 34.5 inches. Lu Hong is celebrated for his subtle technique using watercolor and gouache, Japanese minerals, and Chinese stone paints on rice paper.
Also available is Adolf Adler’s untitled original painting on canvas, which depicts musicians. Most of his significant works depict the experience of the Jewish community during the Holocaust. Two of David Gerstein’s mixed media cutouts in aluminum also lead the listings. One is titled Acapulco Delight, and the other is called Surfer. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Premier Fine Art Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
American artist William Hunter is renowned for his abstract wooden vessels with spiral and geometric forms. Born in Long Beach, California in 1947, Hunter graduated from California State University at Dominguez Hills. He started as an amateur following his purchase of a wood-turning table in 1969. Soon, he rendered functional production pieces that were sold in craft fairs on the West Coast. The upcoming auction, presented by Rago, offers compelling works by William Hunter. One such notable piece is his Retusa Garden (from the Garden series). Created in 1998, this work demonstrates the artist’s exemplary woodworking techniques.
Another highlight is a massive ‘Tulipwood Ellipsoid’ by Ed Moulthrop (1916 – 2003). This solid piece was made in 1988. A noted architect and professor, Moulthrop was a self-taught wood-turner. He is considered the father of modern American wood-turning. Moulthrop’s vessels are mostly large, measuring more than 40 inches wide. The offered lot reaches up to 21.5 inches in diameter and 13 inches high. Moulthrop’s works can be found in museum collections worldwide. Works by woodworkers of the 20th and 21st centuries, including Michelle Holzapfel, Rude Osolnik, Hans Weissflog, and J. Paul Fennell are available. Visit Rago to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Crafted in Wood: Including Works from the Collection of Ken Spitzbard sale. Find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
Packard Motor Car Company was a US-based luxury automobile manufacturer located in Detroit, Michigan. The company was celebrated for its vehicles in the pre-World War II era. By the mid-1930s, it was producing both high-priced Senior and medium-priced Junior lines. A 1937 Packard Super 8 touring sedan is a key highlight of the upcoming Harrisburg 2024 sale, offered by Mecum Auctions. The Senior model was the bigger of the two 8-cylinder cars produced by the company. With a black exterior and light gray interior, the vehicle is geared with a three-speed manual transmission. Equipped with semi-floating rear axle and independent coil spring front suspension, the car features a fold-down luggage rack, bright hubcaps, and trim rings.
Two Dodge automobiles also lead the listings. One is a 1970 red Challenger T/A designed with a scooped hood and powered by a 340/290 HP Six Pack V-8 engine. The other is a 2021 Hellraisin-hued Charger SRT Hellcat equipped with super stock suspension and Brembo brakes with four-piston calipers. Another noteworthy lot is a 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-code convertible car. One of the 1,499 E-codes manufactured in the year, the car features power seat and windows. It is geared with dual four-barrel carburetors and Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission. Visit Mecum Auctions to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Harrisburg 2024 sale.
Check out Auction Daily’s auction calendar for more upcoming events.
Millea Bros. Ltd’s upcoming three-day sale will present over 1,000 lots of fine and decorative art items from various New York area estates. Leading the first day of the sale is an oil on canvas painting from Russian artist Nikolai Egorovich Sverchkov. Titled Troika on a Winter Road, the painting evokes the harshness and beauty of winter during the late 1860s or early 1870s. A lifelong horse lover, Sverchkov painted the heads of stallions as well as genre scenes that often depict hunting scenes in frigid steppe landscapes. The offered work depicts a troika, a three-horse harnessed vehicle unique to Russia. Additional lots of interest from the first day of the sale include a bronze plaque by Constantin Emile Meunier. A sculptor and painter, Meunier focused on Belgian miners and metalworkers’ daily lives. Through his work, the artist produced portraits of hardworking people who were proud of their accomplishments. The available lot is a portrait in relief of a miner. It is cast-signed by the artist on the lower right.
The second day of this sale particularly highlights decorative art, such as James Rosenquist’s Tumbleweed, 1970, a color lithograph on black paper. Rosenquist, a key figure in the Pop Art movement, drew inspiration from mass production and commercial art. Subtle narratives and intriguing visuals often characterize his work. Among the top lots on the third day of this event is a set of five lithographs by Robert Morris, a wrought iron Hollywood Regency dinner table, and a collection of pipes and a smoker’s cabinet by Dunhill. To view the complete catalog of the ABC: Estate Finds sale and to find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
Find more previews of upcoming auctions by visiting Auction Daily.