This upcoming auction of 464 lots includes an untitled work of Figurative Abstraction by Dutch painter Karel Appel. In 1948, Appel and his friends, Corneille and Constant, founded the Cobra Movement, supporting gesturalism in the 20th century. The movement was driven by opposition to academic art. Many of Appel’s known paintings employ symbols and informal abstraction.
The upcoming Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts, & Fine Rugs auction, offered by Alex Cooper Auctioneers, will also present an example of Andy Warhol’s work. Experimenting with various forms of media ranging from painting and sculpture to film and silkscreening, Andy Warhol was one of the most prominent Pop artists of the 1960s. The available piece, titled Campbell’s Soup Cans, became one of the most influential works of his career. The hand-painted label would later be transitioned to photo-transferred paintings. He claimed that the soup can was his ideal work “because everybody only does one painting anyway.” Interested collectors can explore the full listings for this auction and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
As Europe’s first manufacturer of fine porcelain, Meissen established itself as an early innovator in Western ceramics, striking fascination among the elite and nobles. Since the factory’s foundation in 1708 by Saxon ruler Augustus II, the Meissen formula has produced a wide range of wares and sculptures. Called “white gold” owing to its rarity and high price, Meissen remains one of the leading porcelain manufacturers in Europe. Over 80 porcelain pieces by Meissen are featured in the upcoming auction, presented by Oakridge Auction Gallery. Highlighted in the sale is a Cupid on Bicycle figure sculpture by Meissen. The piece shows a boyish Cupid bent over the handlebars of his bicycle with a pink drape streaming behind him.
Beyond decorative arts, the sale also offers over 50 lots of fine art and jewelry. One of the key items is a painting by British artist J. M. W. Turner. His works capturing different times of day earned him the title of “the painter of light.” The available piece, titled Bonneville in Savoy, is believed to have been painted during Turner’s student years. The lot comes with the history of the piece and purchase documentation. Also offered is a “Dog River” Confederate sword, modeled after the US M1860. View these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
Cowan’s presents the American Historical Ephemera and Photography Auction, which includes 55 lots highlighting the African American experience. Over 175 pieces from the Civil War era and 60 items from early life in the American West will be offered as well. One of the featured lots is an archive of more than 320 handwritten letters, most addressed to Rear Admiral Christopher Raymond Perry Rodgers (1819-1892), a career naval officer. The correspondence spans the 1840s through the 1890s with approximately 75 recipients. The substance of the letters describes naval activities in the Indian, Mexican-American, and Civil Wars.
The auction also contains photographs, daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, CDVs, and large-format photographs, many with African American and Civil War subjects. One highlighted lot presents the Civil War archive of John Merritt Morse, NH Third Infantry and US Army Signal Corps. The archive contains 145 letters, as well as 11 portrait CDVs of identified soldiers. Other items in the sale include a period tintype of Abraham Lincoln (the “Beardstown Portrait”), a group of boudoir photographs by A.F. Randall at Fort Bowie, two portraits of Sojourner Truth, and more. View any of these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
The sculpture titled Crest of the Wave exemplifies the most important period in the career of Harriet Whitney Frishmuth, an often-overlooked American sculptor of the early 20th century. Her work represents the influence of the New York dance scene. The standing pose of the available figure also reflects the artist’s signature style of the 1920s. This 1925 piece is a standout lot in the upcoming American + European Art Auction, presented by Rago. The dancer balances on tiptoe with her back arched and her hand over her head. She is poised between movements as she dances over the crest of a wave.
Among many American and European artists, the sale will offer examples of Paul Howard Manship’s work. He was an Art Deco sculptor whose modern style and subjects were largely inspired by classical forms. The featured bronze sculpture is titled Tortoise. Manship designed this and many other animal sculptures for the gates of New York’s Bronx Zoo. Alongside sculpture, the upcoming sale will also offer a range of drawings, watercolors, mixed media works, paintings, and collectibles. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full catalog and register to bid.
Renaissance painter Raphael was a master artist known for his self-portraits and paintings of mythological characters. His popular Madonna Della Sedia painting, executed between 1513 and 1514, is a round portrait of Mary holding a baby Christ with young John the Baptist watching them devoutly. The upcoming sale, offered by Leland Little Auctions, presents a 20th-century adaptation of the Madonna Della Sedia after Raphael. A contemporary decorative painting of a spaniel by John Gray and a vintage harbor scene by seascape artist M. Powell are other notable lots.
The auction also showcases items from the 19th century. Highlights include a set of 18 volumes of Current History and Modern Culture from 1902 and a midwestern photography archive of the Sergeant and Baker families. Several Persian rugs, including Hamadan, Kashan, Kilim, and Senneh carpets, are also featured. A selection of Staffordshire porcelain, bronze sculptures, Cannondale bicycles, and French rifles round out the catalog. Interested collectors can explore the full listings and register to bid online on Leland Little Auctions.
The Guardian Lions, believed to be a symbol of protection, enjoy reverence in Chinese mythology and feng-shui. Statues of the lions can be spotted guarding the entrances of historical temples, mausoleums, and residences of the elite. Called foo lions in the West, these imperial beings represent balance and harmony. A set of two wooden foo lions will be available in the upcoming auction of Asian Works of Art, presented by Hindman. The sculptures come as a pair— a male and a female, each seated on a separate lotus base. One grasps a blossom with its forepaw, while the other is shown scratching its ear. The mouths of both lions are slightly open with their tongues curled upwards.
Paintings and drawings by Chinese artists will also be part of the event. Featured is a hanging scroll from the year 1888, painted by Wu Changshuo, a prominent Chinese painter, calligrapher and seal artist of the Qing dynasty. Titled Bok Choy, the artwork is a stylized illustration of the plant using ink on paper. Also included in the sale are sculptures and collectibles of cultural significance, including statues of Guanyin, blue and white porcelain, and a 12-inch tall Sino-Tibetan figure of Mahakala. Admirers of Asian antiques can explore the entire catalog and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
Lacloche Frères is a French jewelry brand founded in the 19th century that has boasted a range of royal clientele, including Queen Alexandra, the King of Greece, His Majesty George I, Napoleon III, and Edward VII. Founded by Hendricks Lacloche, the luxury brand has branches in Paris, London, and New York. The firm’s Art Deco-inspired jewelry was a result of the interest in Japonisme in Europe. Brightly colored stones and bold patterns were incorporated into this interwar style. The upcoming auction, offered by Alex Cooper Auctioneers, presents a platinum Art Deco bracelet by Lacloche Frères. An intricate technique to design platinum jewelry was developed by Lacloche artists to set the old European cut diamonds, caliber-cut onyx, and pearls.
Another highlight of the auction is an 18-karat gold, Colombian emerald, and diamond ring by Olivero Designs. A modern jewelry design studio in New York, Olivero Designs adopts advanced technology such as 3D printing for their custom jewelry pieces. This yellow gold ring features a bezel-set octagonal Colombian emerald and square modified brilliant-cut diamonds. Also showcased are Stieff “Williamsburg Shell” flatware services. This patterned silverware was made with Steiff’s hand chasing and repoussé techniques. Also offered are American coin sets, Elizabeth Locke Amalfi diamond earrings, jewelry by Tiffany & Co., and Baltimore silverware. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
Born in Wisconsin, Gustav Stickley learned his trade while working in his uncle’s chair factory. Stickley and his four brothers soon started manufacturing furniture for themselves. He launched Mission Furniture and built his brand around hand-crafted, simple, well-made designs with natural materials. Stickley also published a popular monthly magazine, The Craftsman, from 1901 until 1916. His furniture and magazine targeted America’s burgeoning middle class and made Stickley a household name. Seven furniture pieces by Stickley are featured in the upcoming auction, presented by California Historical Design – AC Stickley. The furniture available in this auction represents the American Arts and Crafts movement that flourished in the early 20th century.
Beyond furniture, the sale also offers over 200 lots of decorative art. One of the leading items is a vase by Grueby Pottery. Inspired by the matte glazes at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago, William Henry Grueby began making pottery and developed a novel range of glazes. His iconic cucumber-green matte glaze, a hallmark for the company’s pottery, made him one of the most recognized American potters. The available vase from 1905 features hand-molded leaves. A landscape oil painting by Sam Hyde Harris, titled Hidden Valley, is also available. View any of these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
Babe Ruth made his second-to-last public appearance at Yale University in June of 1948, a couple of months before dying of cancer. The police officer guarding him that night was a man named Salvatore Adinolfi. During the event, the Hall of Famer looked over to Adinolfi and asked if he had kids. When the officer said yes, Ruth pulled a ball out of his pocket and signed it. This Ruth-signed baseball comes to auction from the collection of Adinolfi’s grandson as part of the Baseball, Sports, and Historical event, presented by New Haven Auctions.
Featured in the sale are several lots of photographs. This includes a photo diary from the mid-to-late 19th century. Pictures of Martin Van Buren, P.T. Barnum, and Abraham Lincoln are preserved in this 170-photo collection. Baseball memorabilia collectors will find a tintype of two African American baseball players. In the photo, the players carry pocket watches, and their jerseys read “Ironshire,” which the auction house believes refers to Ironshire, Maryland. Interested bidders can register and view each of the lots on Bidsquare.
The son of a Disney Studios animator, Stanley Mouse grew up in Detroit around both animation and the Motown music scene. He was trained in Detroit’s School for the Society of Arts and Crafts but honed his artistic style by detailing hot rods. Mouse would later join the counterculture movement of the 1960s by creating advertisements and promotional art for the leading rock bands. He worked for the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Journey, and many others. Available in Turner Auctions + Appraisals’ upcoming Rock ‘n’ Roll Memorabilia sale is an oil painting from Mouse. It shows a group of blue-tinted skeletons playing instruments, reminiscent of the artist’s work with the Grateful Dead. Examples of Mouse’s psychedelic music posters are also available, including an Edgar Allan Poe print for Country Joe and the Fish.
This auction offers over 130 lots from the collection of an avid rock ‘n’ roll roadie. Posters dating between the 1960s and 1970s dominate the auction, with some earlier and later items. Among the leading lots is a pair of posters, one advertising a 1953 concert for the Swallows, an American R&B group. The other poster promotes a 1967 Shakespeare Festival in Santa Clara, California in shades of navy and magenta. A collaboration between Stanley Mouse and fellow poster artist Alton Kelley, this piece advertised The Comedy of Errors and The Taming of the Shrew.
Also notable is an unused ticket for a 1965 Beatles show at the San Francisco Cow Palace, a fold-out poster for Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits, and a “Flying Eyeball” Jimi Hendrix promotional piece. Several lots offer groups of backstage passes and ticket stubs from Grateful Dead concerts. To view the full catalog and register to bid for these items, visit Bidsquare.
