As part of its 45th year, Dane Fine Art’s upcoming sale features original artworks by leading artists worldwide. Among the top lots is a lithograph by Spanish Surrealist artist Salvador Dalí, titled David’s Mourning at the Death of Saul. Starting in the 1950s, Dalí’s paintings were dominated by supernatural themes revealing his fascination with spirituality. The available work was published between 1967 and 1969 by Rizzoli-Mediolani in the Bible vulgatæ. In this piece, Dalí depicts David grieving over King Saul’s death. Despite its faint expression, David’s face reflects his sorrow and pain over losing the king. Toward the top right corner, a guardian angel stands close to David. It is dated and signed on the right margin of the plate.
Another notable fine artwork in the catalog is a 1969 color screenprint on Rives woven paper by American Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein. This piece from Roy Lichtenstein’s The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is composed in a circular pattern. The poster is primarily colored in black, red, green, and yellow. The abstract design is in the Lichtenstein style of “comic book” and incorporates Ben-Day dots. Lichtenstein created this image as part of his very first solo exhibition and as a poster. This work is signed in pencil by Roy Lichtenstein and numbered in an edition of 250 in pencil at the bottom. Other key artists with works in the catalog include Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Louis Icart, Marc Chagall, and Salvador Dalí. To browse the complete Harvest Sale of Modern & Contemporary Art sale and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Browse the latest auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
The latest Diamond Sale from Robinhood Auctions features an extensive selection of natural and lab-grown diamonds. Leading the catalog is a 6.54-carat diamond with G color and VS2 clarity. With a table percentage of 56 and 62.5 depth, this oval brilliant diamond comes with an IGI-certified number. Another noteworthy oval brilliant-cut lab-grown piece in the catalog is a diamond measuring 7.04 carats with G color and VS2 clarity. It has a table percentage of 60 with a depth of 62.5.
A cushion-modified brilliant-cut one-carat diamond with F color and I1 clarity also leads the listings. The natural diamond fluoresces to strong blue and includes a GIA certification number. Additional natural diamonds include a 1.71-carat square modified brilliant-cut diamond with F color and SI2 clarity. This princess-cut diamond has a medium blue fluorescence. Bidders can also consider an 11.17-carat lab-grown diamond with an IGI grade of F/VS1 and a 3.5-carat natural diamond with a GIA grade of K/VVS1. To browse the complete Diamonds Sale and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Browse the latest auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
The latest 2024 Fall Premier timed auction from SCP Auctions, Inc. offers over 600 lots of memorabilia associated with history, politics, sports, music, and Hollywood. Leading this auction is an original oil on canvas painting of Willie Mays by Ernie Barnes. This Ernie Barnes piece portrays Willie Mays watching a home run sail into the night sky while wearing his San Francisco Giants Road uniform. The imposing presence of Mays and his follow-through are rendered in Barnes’ signature style. Mays’ 1965 MVP season was the perfect topic for Barnes to paint as a former professional athlete. Another notable lot in the auction is an original portrait photograph of Derek Jeter, sporting a Yankees cap from the 2000 World Series.
Among lots of historical and political importance in the catalog, an original document signed by Andrew Jackson in 1831 is particularly notable. As part of Jackson’s first term, he signed this document appointing the Port of Cincinnati Surveyor. The offered document is matted and framed with a portrait print and an engraved plaque containing the accomplishments of the 7th President. There is a PSA/DNA letter of authenticity accompanying the framed document. Also available is an appointment document signed by President James Buchanan in 1858. The 15th President’s portrait and his career achievements are matted with the document. It comes with a PSA/DNA letter of authenticity. Bidders can also consider a 1933 Goudey #144 card of Babe Ruth, NASCAR legends photograph from 1990 of Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt, and a pair of dual-signed Roger Federer Australian Open shoes against Novak Djokovic. Visit Bidsquare to view the 2024 Fall Premier catalog and browse other online auctions. View the latest auction previews on Auction Daily.
A tall case clock in cherry from Soloman Parke leads the upcoming ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SALE, presented by Wiederseim Associates, Inc. Based in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Solomon Parke began making clocks in Philadelphia in 1791 and continued until 1822. The available example is a tall case clock from the Chippendale period of the 1800s, inlaid with lighter wood and a white pine secondary. In addition, the timepiece features tulip-carved finials, a moon dial with Roman numerals and eight-day brass movement, a weight-driven timer, a striker, fluted quarter columns, and two keys. There are three wooden finials on the bonnet as well as swan’s neck pediments. Also available is a James Edwards mahogany bracket clock from the 18th century. Clocks by Edwards embody the Victorian era, as they are not only elegantly crafted but also exceptionally original. The available mahogany bracket clock features brass mounts, a pull repeater, a dial with automaton figures, and pineapple finials.
Several fine artworks will be on offer at this event, including an oil-on-wood panel painting by French painter Henri Manguin, titled Still Life of Flowers. An important figure in the Fauvist movement, Manguin incorporated bright pastel hues into his paintings to reflect Impressionism, depicting colorful Mediterranean scenes and lush vegetation. A rare five-gallon stoneware jar with blue floral decoration is also available. It is marked “C. W. Braun, Buffalo, N.Y.” Braun owned the Heiser pottery in Buffalo between 1857 and 1896. Bidders can also consider J.F. Herring’s oil-on-panel painting of a farm landscape, a yellow gold bar set tennis bracelet with brilliant-cut diamonds, and a set of 20 books on antiques. Visit Bidsquare to find the complete ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SALE catalog and browse other online auctions. Find more auction previews on Auction Daily.
The latest event from Robinhood Auctions, the Contemporary and Classic Masterpieces sale, features a diverse collection of paintings, prints, multiples, and other artworks. Among the top lots is a mixed media on paper painting by German-born American artist Peter Max. Titled Without Borders, the work shows a boat gliding toward the Amazon River as the sun disappears behind a lush landscape. This is an Expressionistic, vibrant painting on canvas exemplifying the artist’s passion for environmental causes. Peter Max has been contributing to environmental issues for most of his life through his creative work. The offered piece was painted for Ted Turner’s documentary Without Borders to raise awareness about the environment, the Amazon, and major rivers. The custom-framed piece includes a certificate of authenticity and a Max Studios Reference Number. Another key fine art lot in the catalog is an original lithograph work by Spanish artist Salvador Dalí titled Jeremiah. In this work, Jeremiah is depicted with shoulder-length gray hair and an equally thick beard. He has blue eyes and is dressed in a pink robe with gold collar trim. This hand-signed lithograph includes a gallery certificate proving its authenticity.
An original etching by Guillaume Azoulay will be offered as well, titled L’Arlecchino. This piece is signed by the artist and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Guillaume Azoulay is known for creating a complete piece using only one, continuous line. The artist weaves his linear tale into a solid cloth through colors that reflect light in a rainbow-like pattern after a downpour. Interested collectors can also consider works by Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete Contemporary and Classic Masterpieces catalog and find other online auctions. Browse more auction previews on Auction Daily.
Material from the estate of San Antonio artist Gilbert Durán will soon be offered for sale by Vogt Auction Texas. The 150-lot auction features the best of the artist’s works including original oil and watercolor paintings, sculptures, and San Antonio faux bois pieces. Leading the catalog is an oil on board painting by Gilbert Durán, titled Frida Margarita. Durán’s colorful artworks frequently depict the themes of history and iconic culture associated with San Antonio, including Frida Kahlo. In this piece, the artist portrays Kahlo enjoying a frothy margarita on the rocks with salt, mixing two of Mexico’s most recognized products. Another key fine artwork by the artist from 1997 is Aztec Leopard, an oil on canvas featuring a leopard portrait with carved Aztec friezes.
A plaster grotto work by Gilbert Durán will be offered as well. Titled Grotto Study of Neptune Fountain Spout, the offered piece features a plastered wooden plank mounted with a seashell-encrusted fountain spout, a replica of the faux bois grotto built by Carlos Cortes. Also available from Durán is a Mexican credenza, a mid-century sideboard measuring ten feet with a large top painted in textured green and sliding glass doors that open with lighted interior storage. Bidders can also consider a rectangular mosaic with glass marbles, mirrors, and a wood frame; a steel butterfly sculpture atop an oversized steel sculpture on a plinth base; and more. Visit Vogt Auction Texas’ website for more information on the upcoming Gilbert Durán – Puro San Antonio sale and to register to bid. View the latest auction previews on Auction Daily.
An oil on canvas painting titled Cascades by Hungarian-American abstract artist Martin Friedman is among the top lots of Sheafer + King Modern’s upcoming Modern + Contemporary Art and Design auction. In this abstract work, colored objects are layered over a tranquil landscape with a faint pink figure at the forefront. The painting is framed in black wood and signed “Martin Friedman.” The artist was best known for his paintings of abstract landscapes and illustrations. Imaginary landscapes by Friedman possess a soft edge that gives them an illusion of floating in mist. However, Friedman’s paintings are vibrantly colored and always highlight the sky as a dominant feature. Another key fine art lot in the catalog is a 1980 casein painting by American artist Gerald G. Boyce. Titled Monet with Pattern, the offered abstract piece depicts Claude Monet with his portrait contained within faint text, rectangular shapes, and a miniature mountain scene featuring a figure. The painting is signed and dated at the bottom right, presented in a wooden frame and double mat in cream and white.
Several furniture lots will be on offer in this event, including a wooden side chair set designed by American-German designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. These sleek chairs feature curved chrome legs and Corset-style backs, along with black leather seats. To the underside of some chairs are sticker tags that read “Made in Denmark” by Stendig. A mid-century modern stool by Warren Platner is also available. This design features circular steel rods welded to curved steel rods. Bidders can also consider R. A. Buys’ abstract mixed media work titled Faces in a Row and an acrylic sculpture by Norbert Witkowski. To browse the complete Modern + Contemporary Art and Design and other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. View the latest auction previews on Auction Daily.
Ark Auctions Inc. will present its Vintage Jewelry Russian Bronze Watches sale in early November, offering over 400 lots of fine jewelry, decorative art, and timepieces. Among the top lots in the catalog is a yellow gold, onyx, emerald, and diamond Panthère de Cartier bracelet. As one of the iconic animals of Maison Cartier, the Panthère de Cartier has been featured in its collections since 1914. The offered bracelet in yellow gold and brilliant-cut diamonds features the panther with a nose of onyx and two emerald eyes. Another notable jewelry lot in the sale is an Elsa Peretti ‘Open Teardrop’ pendant necklace from Tiffany & Co. Designer Elsa Peretti’s tactile jewelry stands out for its organic, sculptural design. The available necklace features a stylized open loop teardrop pendant signed Tiffany & Co., Peretti, suspended from an 18-karat yellow gold chain measuring 16 inches.
Collectors of luxury timepieces can consider a Cartier Tank Solo quartz wristwatch. The first Tank watch, which had a name and case shape derived from the Renault FT-17 tank, came into serial production in 1919. The available Tank Solo features a sleek, minimalist dial and a rectangular case with a unique design. Additional lots of interest from the sale include a bronze sculpture by Jean Arp, a French Modernist artist of German descent, associated with the Dada and Surrealist movements. An abstract star is portrayed in the artwork and includes the artist’s signature. Among luxury handbags in the sale, bidders can consider a Kelly II Sellier 28 Epsom leather bag from Hermès. To browse the complete Vintage Jewelry Russian Bronze Watches catalog and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. View the latest auction previews on Auction Daily.
This November, a rich collection of Western and American art from artists of the past and present is available at the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction. Leading the sale is a tempera on board painting from American artist Thomas Hart Benton titled Jon Boat, Buffalo River. The artist’s portrayals of Midwestern people and landscapes are characterized by rhythmical undulations, stylized images, and vivid colors. The available painting depicts three men fishing in a flat-bottomed fishing boat, called a Jon boat. In the work, Benton conveys a sense of relaxation, combining undulating patterns with vivid hues. As with many of Benton’s works, riverscapes are recurring motifs, particularly in the Ozarks region of Northwest Arkansas. Also available is a watercolor on paper by John Fery titled Sunset Over the Lake. An American landscape artist whose paintings depicted imposing Rocky Mountain scenes, John Fery was well known for his large-scale paintings. The offered work bears the artist’s signature on the lower left.
Another key fine art lot in the catalog is an oil on board work by American painter Richard E. Bishop called Springer Spaniel. In this painting, the artist portrays the greatest English springer spaniel ever to compete in field trials in the United States. Several sculptural lots will be on offer in this event, including a bronze work by Charles Schreyvogel titled The Last Drop. As a sculptor, Schreyvogel modeled only a few sculptures, mostly as subjects for his paintings. The Last Drop depicts a cavalryman giving his weary mount the remains of a water bottle after a skirmish. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete Fine Western & American Art – Live Online Auction catalog and find other online auctions. Check out the latest auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
The upcoming Fine Collectibles, Jewelry, Silver, and Toys sale from SJ Auctioneers will showcase a collection of designer jewelry, silverware, crystal collectibles, and more. The catalog features a wide range of luxury brands, including Tiffany & Co. and Cartier. Among the leading lots is a sterling silver porringer bowl by Tiffany, featuring a flat handle with piercings. Porringers made from sterling silver are distinguished by their classic, clean lines, simple rims, and large decorative handles. An underside mark on the handle reads “Tiffany Makers 23365L.” In addition to luxury jewelry, Tiffany & Co. also produces sterling flatware and other specialty items. Another key lot by this premium brand is a corkscrew wine opener in sterling silver. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., this sterling silver corkscrew wine opener is exceptionally smooth and has a gleaming finish. There is a felt bag included with the opener, and it is marked Tiffany & Co.
Also available in the catalog is an Idyllia Gouldian small finch designed by Martin Zendron for Swarovski. This native Australian bird is known for creating rainbows in the skies with its distinctive feathers. The offered piece features a lacquered metal base and 400 facets. Bidders can also consider a limited-edition bronze cheetah sculpture by Loet Vanderveen, a signed crystal red eye vase by Baccarat, and a Mickey Mouse alarm clock by Walt Disney. Visit LiveAuctioneers to browse the complete Fine Collectibles, Jewelry, Silver, and Toys auction, and find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
