Offered in Los Angeles Modern Auctions’ upcoming sale is Carole Feuerman’s 1998 resin sculpture titled Neptune along with the books From Studio to Foundry: Three Decades of Sculpture (2000) and Carole A. Feuerman: Sculpture (1999). Carole Feuerman is an American hyperrealist artist known for her sculptures of swimmers and bathers. She has been quoted as saying, “Swimming and water have fascinated me for as long as I can remember, and as a result, have become the essence of my inspiration for my pieces.” The available sculpture depicts a nude female form with one foot on a marble block, drying herself off with a yellow towel.
Another piece of art highlighted in the upcoming Modern Art & Design Auction is a color lithograph from the Russian-French artist Marc Chagall. The 1961 lithograph is titled La Baie des Anges (from Nice et la Côte d’Azur) and shows a mermaid holding flowers against a moonlit background. A round clay plate from Pablo Picasso can also be found, along with a signed 1974 lithograph by Joan Miró for UNESCO and a 1979 Muhammad Ali lithograph titled Let My People Go. Rounding out the auction is a photorealistic drypoint piece from Vija Celmins. For more information on that work, view this Auction Daily article. Explore the entire catalog and register to bid at Los Angeles Modern Auctions.
Gertrude Fiske was the first female artist appointed to the Massachusetts State Art Commission in 1929. A Boston native, she was a local leader who encouraged creativity and regular practice. In her works, women were portrayed in a more powerful way than they were socially perceived. Her landscape and still life paintings are notable as well. A piece titled The Carpenter won her the Thomas B. Clarke prize from the National Academy of Design. Fiske’s landscape works often took inspiration from the coastal areas where she resided. Among these is a painting titled Turbat’s Creek, which is featured in Barridoff Galleries’ upcoming Summer International Fine Art Auction.
Another artist inspired by the coastal life was Amos Ferguson. One of his cardboard works titled Man in Sailboat, Woman Fishing will be featured in this summer sale. The painting uses the color and imagery of tropical Bahamian surroundings. Ferguson often claimed, “I paint by faith, not by sight.” His paintings have recently begun increasing in popularity. Interested collectors can find 212 lots in this auction, including a cast bronze Gemini sculpture from William Zorach and John Bisbee’s Bouquet sculpture of flowers and welded steel nails. To view more and place a bid, visit Bidsquare.
In Stash by Lee Stanton’s upcoming Traditional Decorative Arts Pieces with a Modern Twist auction, an elaborate red tapestry will be featured. The early 18th-century piece comes from the famous carpet making center of Venice, Italy. This style of tapestry gained popularity during the 13th through the 16th centuries. The lot description indicates that tapestry was made for a Jewish temple in Prague called Rioleau D’Arche.
A green vase associated with the Art Deco movement also stands out in the listings. Representing Modernism, the Art Deco movement began in the 1920s and reached its height several years later. The available piece can be characterized by geometric patterns and a sleek design. The auction will also offer several sculptures and paintings. A 19th-century sculpture of a Borghese gladiator is particularly featured, showing the warrior in a fighting stance. Abstract art and monochromatic ceramics will be available as well. Interested collectors can explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
With the influence of the Modernism movement, interior design has undergone a significant shift. Furniture gradually drifted away from traditional forms and took on more minimalistic styles. This movement would remain popular through the 1950s and 1960s. The upcoming Stash by Lee Stanton auction presents a selection of furniture that blends traditional and modern styles of craftsmanship.
Available to bidders is a 19th-century English partner’s desk. Produced in 1820, the piece is made of mahogany wood. Also carved in mahogany is a Louis XVI fauteuil from George Jacob. A noted Parisian designer active during the reign of Napoleon I, Jacob’s furniture was closely associated with the French Neoclassical style. His works have been seen on display at Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. Highlighted among the 385 lots offered in the sale is an early 19th-century bookcase that also serves as a display cabinet. Other available furnishings include coffee tables, pool tables, sofas, reclining chairs, and more. View lot descriptions for more information and register to bid on Bidsquare.
This August, Skinner is set to offer items ranging from carvings to porcelain in the upcoming Kolar Collection auction. One of the standout lots is an early 19th-century tall case clock. With an angel at the top, the piece has a glazed tombstone door that opens to a wooden dial. The clock is likely from Riley Whiting, a Connecticut-based firm recognized for its wooden gear movements. The sale also includes a red-painted dome-top box from a group of anonymous artisans collectively known as the “Compass Artist.” Their works demonstrate a cohesive decorative tradition. The Chipstone Foundation writes that though “… the identity of the Compass Artist remains elusive, a study on their construction, decoration, and ownership has provided insight into material life in rural Pennsylvania German communities.”
Further showcased in this auction is a gilded copper weathervane from 1890. The piece is attributed to J.L. Mott Iron Works, a company founded by Jordan L. Mott and continued by his son. The weathervane depicts a trotting horse drawing a vehicle. Another highlighted lot is a walnut chest of drawers in the Queen Anne style. Register to bid and find more information on the above-mentioned items on Bidsquare.
Lydia was a well-known center for trade and commerce and was also considered one of the first kingdoms in the world to issue coins, called staters, as currency. They were first introduced to the Lydian empire during the rule of King Alyattes between 619 and 560 BCE. The Lydian stater was primarily composed of electrum, a natural alloy of gold and silver. They were later altered to be pure gold. The upcoming Stack’s Bowers Galleries auction highlights a Lydian stater made between 561 and 546 BCE. The coin features a lion with raging teeth, roaring at a bowed bull.
Among the Roman Empire coinage showcased is an aureus of Maximian. During Maximian’s rule, many emperors opted for dual leadership to solve disputes and share the workload. In the dual system coinage, the leader with dominance and control used the symbol of Jupiter. The emperor performing the courageous tasks was assigned the symbol of Hercules. The available 286 – 310 CE aureus features the laureate Maximian in draped and cuirassed bust on the front. On the reverse is a seated Hercules with a club, quiver, and bow. The auction also offers ancient Egyptian, Persian, and Italian coins. Interested collectors can explore the full listings and register to bid online on Stack’s Bowers Galleries.
Gandhara is the ancient name of a region in northwest Pakistan bounded by the Hindu Kush mountain range and the Himalayas. The Gandharan Empire made itself wealthy in part by controlling trade between China and the Mediterranean Sea; a great deal of this wealth went into local patronage of artisans and artists. In the first century CE, Buddhism became popular among Gandharan elites, making them some of the most powerful Buddhist patrons in South Asia. A long Gandharan schist frieze will be highlighted in the upcoming Art of Asia | Antiquity to Present Day auction, presented by Artemis Gallery. This carved relief stone panel features a scene of seated Buddhas, attendants, and classically-inspired architectural features.
Blue pottery, also known as “Kaashi Gari,” was introduced in Multan by artisans who came with Arab conqueror Muhammad Bin Qasim. Archaeologists believe that this art has roots in the Kashan city of Persia and the Kashgar city of China. A 19th-century Kaashi Gari vessel is among the key lots. The glazed ceramic vessel features traditional leaf-like motifs adorning the neck, mouth, handles, and tiered base. Its body bears two well-modeled wild felines, one pinning the other on its back. Explore these items and register to bid online on LiveAuctioneers.
The upcoming Online Silent Auction, presented by the Art Foundation of Cape Cod, aims to support, promote, and celebrate the diversity of arts and culture in Cape Cod. Featured in the event are works by artists who have played a significant role in shaping the area’s art scenes. A lot highlighted in the event is Jim Holland’s Late Afternoon Shadows. The oil on canvas by the 2018 Pops by the Sea commemorative artist is a realistic depiction of a cottage facade. Holland often captured the light and space near the ocean, weaving a sense of solitude in his paintings.
This timed auction offers 36 lots. Among them is a sculpture titled Cape Cello by Joyce Utting Schutter. Cape Cello is one of three pieces created for the 2019 Pops by the Sea concert. It was manufactured using abaca, steel, thread, and brass. Pure powdered pigments were used to color the piece. Peter Batchelder’s Marsh Grass is available as well. This painting showcases the artist’s interest in architecture and how it sits within a landscape. Interested collectors can visit Bidsquare to view the entire catalog or to place a
In the early 20th century, while many photographers began to favor the clean modernism of Group f/64 (an artist collective based in San Fransisco), William Mortensen favored Pictorialism. Active during the same period as Group f/64, he endured significant criticism for his dark, romantic, and mystical works as a result. He often explored themes of death, psychology, and American cinema. Mortensen published several books defending his style and giving tutorials in posing, as well as numerous photography portfolios. One such collection of 23 Mortensen photos will be available in the upcoming Turner Auctions + Appraisals event. Each of the prints was made using the bromoil printing process. This sale highlights items from the estate of Violet Taaffe, an established San Francisco resident, and art collector. Taaffe was also a social worker, teacher, and active community member.
Among the auction’s offerings are etchings from Armin Carl Hansen, a California artist known for his seascapes and portraits of fishermen. Cosimo Aiello, Man of the Sea is among the key Hansen works on offer. It shows the head and shoulders of a fisherman in profile as he squints into the distance. The subjects of the artist’s other available etchings include sinking ships, Belgian farm scenes, and busy harbors.
Platinum and diamond jewelry lots, including a solitaire ring and vintage clip earrings, are featured as well. More contemporary jewelry pieces in the catalog include a pair of 18-karat gold and enamel leopard earrings from Charles Garnier and a selection of gold charm bracelets. A pair of 18th or 19th-century Chinese cloisonné lidded censers, early 20th-century silver teapots, and several Japanese bronze sculptures round out this auction. For more information on the mentioned lots and to place a bid, visit Bidsquare.
With a career of more than four decades, Walter Iooss is considered one of the world’s foremost sports photographers. His photographs mostly capture the renowned athletes of the 1960s through the early 2000s, from Muhammad Ali to Lebron James. The upcoming auction, presented by Christie’s, will offer 38 photographic prints of basketball, football, and baseball icons by Iooss.
A frequent subject of Iooss’ work, Michael Jordan gave his opinion: “From what I can tell, Walter has never taken a bad shot of anybody or anything.” This auction includes a 1994 chromogenic print of Jordan. This photo was taken in Chicago. Another featured lot is a black and white photograph showing a professional boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Ernie Terrell. The contest was held on February 6th, 1967 for the WBA & WBC Heavyweight Championship. Along with a portrait of Kobe Bryant, the sale holds photographs of Kevin Garnett and Sandy Koufax. Browse the full catalog and register to bid on Christie’s.
