In Hindman’s upcoming sale highlighting the library of Gerald and Barbara Weiner, a first edition copy of Charles Darwin’s The Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection stands out. In this first edition, the word “species” is misspelled on page 20 and the full whale-bear story is included on page 184. The offered copy is also autographed and inscribed by Darwin to an unknown recipient: “Sept 5th, 1880 / Down Beckenham / Kent / With Mr. Darwin’s compliments.”
Also in the auction is a letter written by Malcolm X to author Alex Haley in 1964. In the letter, Malcolm X responds to an editorial published in the Saturday Evening Post titled “The Lesson of Malcolm X.” Though their relationship was originally contentious, Haley eventually authored The Autobiography of Malcolm X with the subject’s cooperation in 1965. Other items in the sale include a Kelmscott Press edition of The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer, an early folio edition of William Shakespeare’s plays, first edition copies of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, and more. View any of these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
With very little formal training, Palmer Hayden pursued painting because he enjoyed it. He flourished during the Harlem Renaissance and developed a more abstract style to represent Black Americans in paintings like Midnight Harlem and Jeunesse. His works are now considered thoughtful reflections of Black American folklore stories, including those of John Henry. A watercolor painting by Hayden showing a New York street scene will be featured in the upcoming Fine Art, Antiques, Jewelry Auction, presented by Helmuth Stone Gallery in early October.
A young woman holding the keys to a wine cellar is shown conversing with a man holding a wine jug in an offered John Charlton oil painting. Charlton was an English illustrator who specialized in military and political portraits, including one commissioned depiction of Queen Victoria. A few black-and-white drypoint pieces by Martin Lewis are also available in the sale, along with porcelain belonging to the Qing dynasty. Visit Bidsquare to view and bid on the full listings, including fine and decorative art, furniture, jewelry, clocks, and ethnographic art.
This Contemporary Curated Sale, presented by Sotheby’s, offers more than 200 works of fine art. Highlighted among the lots is a painting from Kenneth Noland’s Target series, inspired by the Color Field art movement. Noland created these works by spreading thinned paint on a canvas and then moving his colors in concentric circles. The available piece, titled Ember, is a strong example of Noland’s painting style.
Other contemporary art on offer includes Robert Indiana’s Love sculpture. This particular design became widely popularized in the American art scene in 1970. The offered piece depicts the iconic Pop Art image in red with a blue and green interior. According to the Whitney Museum of American Art’s Barbara Haskell, the tilted O in the word indicates the instability of relationships. Also available is an alkyd on paper piece by American artist Christopher Wool. Against the white background, Wool employs some of his recurring flora and fauna motifs. This piece was produced between 1993 and 1994. Those interested in this or any other lot can register to bid on the Sotheby’s website.
Born in 1757, Aaron Willard was considered one of the most significant horologists of his time. His clocks were the first to be economically accessible throughout the United States. Offered in Americana Auctions’ upcoming sale is a Willard mahogany tall clock. This early American piece features the original floral painted metal dial as well as the original winding key. The interior paper label is also authentic. The clock stands 98 inches tall and is 19.5 inches wide. Another key lot in this Excellent Fall Estates Auction is a mixed media drawing by Adolf Hitler. Before he became the leader of the Nazi Party in 1933, the infamous dictator was an artist. This ink and watercolor drawing shows a dark mansion in a wooded area. The work is signed A. Hitler and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Other lots in this sale include an 1805 oil painting by F. Kemmelmeyer, a Chinese abalone room screen, and a group of four nautical books published in the 1800s. View the whole catalog and place a bid at Bidsquare.
The upcoming Cowan’s Auctions online sale showcases a selection of American, English, and European artifacts. It particularly features an oil painting by Henry Faulker, a prolific American artist recognized for his colorful paintings and odd habits. His practice of bringing a bourbon-drinking goat to parties and shows contributed to his eccentric image. Titled Village Scene, this piece shows Faulkner’s native Kentucky.
Another lot available at the auction is a set of three gilt wine coolers. Dating back to the 1830s, each piece features fine foliate, lily decoration, and ducal crest engravings. A motto, Prest d’Accomplir, is also written on each piece. A Paul Sawyier watercolor painting is on offer as well. Titled Bid Eddy, this work is framed and signed. Other fine arts, furniture, porcelain, silver, rugs, and timepieces round out the offerings. Visit Bidsquare to browse the entire catalog or to place a bid.
The Vendo 39 Coca Cola machine first crossed the production line in 1949. Over 80,000 of these vending machines were made, tempting those in gas stations, parks, and grocery stores across the United States to buy a Coke. Featured in the upcoming Eclectic Collection sale, presented by Akiba Antiques, is an example of the Vendo 39. Decorations on the machine include the “Have a Coke” message on the side, as well as a busboy offering the viewer a thumbs up.
Collectors of fine art will find a bronze piece by Dutch sculptor Hanneke Beaumont. As an artist, Beaumont is interested in the idea of contradiction. In this sculpture, she’s created a man who is seated but is not altogether inactive. He fumbles with his hands and stares into the distance, as if working out something of great importance. Decorative art is also available in this sale, including a Louis XVI oak armoire. The mirror is flanked on both sides by swinging doors, which open to reveal ten storage shelves. View each of the lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
Helmut Newton was a prolific artist famous for his black-and-white nude photographs. Newton developed an interest in photography at an early age and learned the craft from the prominent German photographer Yva. He later went on to open his photo studio in Melbourne and focused on postwar fashion photography. Newton’s popularity fetched him commissions for publications such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. Explaining the idea behind his provocative photographs, Newton stated, “The people in my pictures have been ‘arranged’ as on a stage. Nonetheless, my pictures are not counterfeit; they reflect what I see in life with my own eyes.” The upcoming 22nd OstLicht Photo Auction features a 1981 photograph collection titled Naked and Dressed, Fashion Models Sitting, Paris by Newton. It shows four models looking in every direction except at the viewer.
Another highlight is Calle Cuauhtemoctzin, Mexico City by the humanist photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson. The gelatin silver print was captured in 1934 when Cartier-Bresson was traveling around Italy, Mexico, and Spain. During his trip, the photographer came up with a new photography technique. It involved capturing human spontaneity and flux using a hand-held Leica camera. Calle Cuauhtemoctzin shows two women leaning out from small, wood-paneled openings. The balanced light image features classic textures, a strong sense of space, and the artist’s skill in capturing intimate moments. The auction also offers 19th-century photographs by Valie Export and William Eggleston, as well as the Apollo 11 moon landing photograph of Buzz Aldrin captured by Neil Armstrong. Interested collectors can explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
The upcoming Paintings, Drawings, Prints & Multiples, Photography event, presented by Bertolami Fine Art, highlights a photolithograph for Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s 1974 installation titled The Wrapped Roman Wall. The 2,000-year-old Aurelian Wall was built by Emperor Marcus Aurelius to surround the city of Rome. For 40 days in February and March of 1974, the artist duo wrapped the wall in polypropylene and rope, covering both sides, the top, and the wall’s arches. The duo wrapped monumental buildings and spaces from the 1960s until their deaths. In Christo’s words, their signature works were “absolutely irrational, with no justification to exist.”
Also highlighted among the 760 lots is a world map from John Speed. Considered one of the most famous English cartographers, Speed is internationally recognized for his atlases. The available map, created around 1651, is one of the earliest world maps printed in English and depicts California as an island. The auction also features Bram Bogart’s Abstract Composition. Executed in 1969, the piece shows three vertical brushstrokes and a lower horizontal brushstroke in bold shades of orange, blue, and yellow against a pale background. View the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
“I used language because I wanted to offer content that people – not necessarily art people – could understand,” said Jenny Holzer, explaining her use of text-based art. Holzer is an American Neo-Conceptual artist noted for her public art. She rose to prominence shortly after her Truisms series of the late 1970s. Among her popular works is a quote that reads, “Abuse of power comes as no surprise.” This particular piece is available as a poster and matching artist’s book in the upcoming Art / Design + Rare Ephemera event, offered by Vallot Auctioneers. The line has appeared on billboards, posters, LED screens, and light projects across the United States.
Other key lots in the sale include a gouache on paper piece titled Male Figure. This work is from Eric Fischl, an American painter, sculptor, printmaker, draughtsman, and educator. Recognized for his figurative paintings, Fischl mainly depicts themes of suburban adolescent sexuality and voyeurism. Additional highlights include works from Betty Woodman, Arnold Blanch, and Alexis Rockman. For more information, visit Bidsquare.
The Presidential bracelet is one of the primary styles used for Oyster Perpetual watches, which are popular among heads of state and CEOs. It is a semi-circular, three-piece link metal bracelet, developed specifically for the Day-Date watch. One of the noteworthy lots at the upcoming auction, presented by Alex Cooper Auctioneers, is an 18-karat yellow gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date watch. The piece has a gold-toned face with an after-market diamond bezel and Presidential diamond bracelet. Another lot of interest is a platinum ring with a round brilliant-cut diamond. The stone weighs 4.01 carats with a color grade of H. It is set in the center of the ring with two additional round, brilliant-cut diamonds.
The sale also features an 18-karat yellow gold diamond and emerald parure. It consists of a necklace with two articulated bees, a matching cuff bracelet with diamond and emerald bees, a ring, and earrings. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare.
