A 42.75-carat Montana sapphire and platinum necklace is leading the Frontier Splendor: Western Wonders & Native American Art Auction, hosted by North American Auction Company. The Montana sapphire necklace is deemed exceedingly rare, with no indications of heat treatment. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and GeAssure Gemological Appraisals (GGA) both note that the gemstones’ geographic origin is from Montana. The sapphires of the necklace show colors of yellowish-green, green, blue, brown, purple, violet, green, and red. The necklace is set in high polish platinum and also includes 30 round-cut brilliant natural diamonds weighing 8.25 carats, with SI1 to I1 clarity and G to H color. The total weight of the necklace is 52.74 grams.
This Western Wonders sale will also showcase a 13.75-inch long Native American Dag knife. It is a rare piece from the Crow Indians of Colorado dating to the 19th century. The Crow was not a tribe known to have used or possessed “dag” style knives regularly. This scarce piece was likely stolen or traded from another tribe by a Crow warrior during a battle. This is a presentation-grade knife, sometimes called a Chief’s Grade knife. This is paired with an Indian brain-tanned buffalo hide and trade cloth sheath with artful Crow beadwork on the front and long hide fringes off the bottom, a later addition. Other notable lots include an authentic Serapi Persian fine wool rug from the 1880s. The rug has the scarcely seen, rare light blue main border. The large gabled stepped medallion has a rare sky blue and rose color with red field, ivory medallion, and corners. The rug is all wool with natural dyes being hand-woven. Visit Bidsquare to find the full Frontier Splendor: Western Wonders & Native American Art March 16th catalog and browse other online auctions.
Origins of the emerald-cut diamond go back to the table-cut style of the 1500s, when stonecutters used the cutting process for emerald gemstones. The cutters adopted this shape for diamonds, and that’s when the term ‘emerald-cut’ came into being. In the 1920s, emerald-cut diamonds became popular with the onset of the Art Deco movement. The upcoming sale, offered by Bid Global International Auctioneers LLC, features a square emerald-cut GIA-graded diamond. It measures 7.61 carats and features clean lines and symmetry. With its vintage look, the emerald style is valued for its durability and robustness. Another noteworthy emerald-cut piece in the catalog is a diamond measuring 7.03 carats.
Two round-cut pieces also highlight the sale. One weighs 5.88 carats and the other weighs 9.52 carats. In 1919, Belgian gemologist Marcel Tolkowsky developed a mathematical method for angling facets on diamond to enhance its brilliance and optimize the round cut shape. Two deep brown yellow natural fancy pieces, weighing 2.52 carats and 2.27 carats, lead the listings. Brown diamonds occur in hues ranging from yellow to orange tint. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming “Creme De La Creme” Investment GIA Diamonds sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
A selection of European and British fine art, ranging from the Renaissance period to the 20th century, will soon be available with Brunk Auctions. The company’s upcoming sale particularly features a group of six mythological scenes by Italian Baroque painter Luca Giordano. Active in the late 17th century, Giordano was known as Luca Fa Presto (“Luca, Work Quickly”), a reference to his fast working pace and enormous output. He primarily painted religious and mythological scenes. In the available group of Giordano paintings, the artist depicted various characters from Greek and Roman mythology such as Mars, Venus, Pan, Syrinx, Hercules, and others. The paintings are executed in miniature and on copper, a material the artist favored while working in Spain. These works were purchased in 2007 from Robert Simon Fine Art, a New York gallery. Accompanying documents from the gallery note that “here the artist has rethought themes he treated in larger formats and adapted them to an intimate scale… this set is unique in its diminutive size, evidently the smallest fully realized project of the artist.”
Another key lot in the sale is a Madonna and Child painting attributed to Late Gothic painter Jacobello del Fiore. This work shows the young Christ holding a pomegranate. Mary is clothed in a richly detailed brocade, and both figures are crowned with gold halos. Beyond paintings, collectors can consider a variety of sculptures, including a French Early Renaissance devotional sculpture in marble, and antique furniture. To browse the full Gothic To Romantic | Fine Continental and British Collections | March 7, 2024 catalog and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
A 2003 Ferrari Enzo in Rosso Corsa red, one of just 111 imported to the U.S., is leading the Glendale 2024 sale at Mecum Auctions. It is one of 400 Enzos ever produced. The car has run 16,833 miles. It has a 6.0L/651 HP DOHC fuel-injected V-12 engine with an automatic transmission. The exterior is in an eye-catching Rosso Corsa color, classic for a Ferrari. Michael Schumacher won four consecutive World Driver’s Championship titles with Ferrari Enzo since its resurgence under President Luca di Montezemolo. He envisioned a worthy successor to the revolutionary F50 supercar. The making of Enzo challenged the company’s technical expertise in every area. This car celebrates Ferrari’s growing success bearing the name of the company’s legendary founder, Enzo.
A 2002 Nissan Skyline GT-R M Spec Nür will also be available in the sale. This car had never officially been released in the U.S. until now. It earned its nickname, “The Godzilla of Cars,” for its legendary performance. Also notable for car collectors is the 2021 Ford GT Studio Collection Series. This car is one of 20 produced in the Studio Collection series for the 2021 model. It has been run 753 miles by the current owner. It has a twin-turbocharged 3.5L/660 HP EcoBoost V-6 engine. Added features include Akrapovic titanium exhaust, seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and frozen White with Ingot Silver graphics. The exterior is a unique black with 20-inch satin diamond silver wheels. The Glendale 2024 sale will commence on March 5 and end on March 9, 2024. It will offer over 2,000 automobiles, motorcycles, road artworks, trailers, and boats. View the full Glendale 2024 catalog to find the listed items and register to place a bid.
The large lifetime collection of open salts, or salt cellars, built by Judy Noble-Lacasa will soon hit the market with Nest Egg Auctions. Starting at just 11 years old, Judy Noble-Lacasa assembled her collection over the course of 75 years. Nearly 400 lots from her collection will be available in the upcoming sale, including examples from Tiffany, Steuben, Daum, and other notable brands. Among the top lots is a silver commemorative open salt celebrating The Salters’ Company’s 500th anniversary. This elaborately decorated piece is hallmarked for London 1893 and remains in good condition. It features a coat of arms, crowned animals, and a matching spoon. Another top lot is a Lacy Period open salt shaped like a sleigh. Lasting from approximately 1830 to 1850, the Lacy Period of glassmaking featured the rise of more accurate glass molds, allowing increasingly elaborate designs. These molds sometimes left an unpleasant surface texture, which glassmakers covered in lace-like patterns. The offered Lacy Period open salt is colorless and features a scrolled rim.
A Daum Nancy enameled open salt bearing a vibrant violets pattern is another key lot in the upcoming sale. This late-19th or early-20th-century example includes a mottled opal ground with amber sides and base. The violet motif is slightly raised, adding texture and visual interest. Bidders can also consider a pair of Chinese cloisonné lidded salt cellars. Each rests on four Chinese dragons and is covered with colorful flowers edged in roped silver. Additional open salts made of cut glass, Tiffany Favrile glass, porcelain, and other materials can be found in the catalog. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on the Open Salts: The Collection of Judy Noble-Lacasa sale and browse other online auctions.
American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat was well-known for graffiti-like paintings rendered with his gestural approach. He gained immense popularity during the Neo-Expressionism movement in the 1980s. His works depicted personal anguish through stylized self-portraits. Some striking paintings in the manner of Basquiat are key highlights of the upcoming 500 Gallery sale. Skeletal Figure, an oil on canvas signed and marked “ME”, is characterized by intense and aggressive expressions. Another noteworthy image titled Me and Andy leads the listing. Basquiat was a friend of Pop artist Andy Warhol, who he had spotted while selling postcards in SoHo. The sale also features Fury Fury Fury and Demon Figure. Like many of Basquiat’s other works, these are a commentary on power structures and social dichotomies.
Jimson Weed, attributed to Georgia O’Keeffe, was most likely created as a study for two of her larger works. The artist is famed for such instantly recognizable flower illustrations. She painted almost identical versions of jimson weed in 1932 and 1936. One of them holds the distinction for the highest value paid for an artwork by a woman. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Masterpiece Medley: February sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
Cuban baseball legend Regino “Marmelo” García played from 1901 to 1914 with several ballclubs, including San Francisco, Almendares, Cuban X-Giants, and more. He was elected to the Cuban Baseball Hall of Fame in 1941. An original bat awarded to García in 1907 with an engraved presentation leads the Ephemera, Americana & Historical Memorabilia sale, presented by Potter & Potter Auctions. García was a catcher for 12 seasons in the Cuban Winter Leagues and holds the record in Cuba for winning the batting crown for four consecutive years (1904 – 1907). In celebration of his prowess, he was given this ‘silver’ trophy baseball bat, made of white metal and plated in silver. The inscription reads “Al Champion / BAT / de 1907 / Regino García.” Also available in the sale is a rare photo showing several legendary players of the Cuban league, including Regino Marmelo García, Alfredo Cabrera, Armando Marsans, and director Juan Sanchez. It is an albumen print showing 21 players and coaches of the Cuban Almendares Baseball Club (1908 – 1909).
A complete set of all 50 1911 (T-201) Mecca cigarettes baseball cards are also available in the auction. Mecca, one of the earliest successful Turkish cigarettes, was introduced by Kinney Bros. in 1878. To attract buyers, the cigarette brand was named Mecca to evoke exotic destinations. Many Mecca ads featured elegant turbaned men. The ads used vibrant, luxurious colors and imagery and soon started issuing covers with famous sports players, like the ones available in the sale. The auction also offers over 600 rare photographs, ephemera, postcards, pinups and more. View the full catalog of the Ephemera, Americana & Historical Memorabilia auction and register to place a bid by visiting Potter & Potter Auctions.
Cain Modern Auctions’ latest Furniture, Lighting & Fashion, No Reserve event, scheduled for February 28, will particularly highlight striking pieces of furniture by the likes of Paul Tuttle and Dakota Jackson. Leading the sale is a pair of Arco chairs by American designer Paul Tuttle. With an emphasis on minimalism and sculpture, Tuttle’s furniture pieces stand out for their simple lines, geometric shapes, and creative materials, often using innovative manufacturing techniques. The offered pair of Arco armchairs have a chrome-plated steel frame and are upholstered with vibrant pink fabric. Another notable piece of furniture in the catalog is a set of Cadette dining chairs by American furniture designer Dakota Jackson. A key component of the Art Furniture movement since the early 1970s, Jackson’s designs are distinguished by their craftsmanship, engineering, and design. The available dining chairs feature a doweled, corner-blocked frame made of kiln-dried hardwood.
Beyond furniture, bidders can consider a limited-edition lithograph by French artist Jovan Obican titled Yemenite Exodus. The paintings and lithographs of Jovan Obican are known for their playful, childlike representations of folklore and traditional costumes. The available work portrays a rabbi flying across Jerusalem on a magic carpet. A group of children are perched precariously on top of a flying carpet as they sit together under an Israeli flag. A handwritten signature appears along the bottom edge of this offset lithograph. Visit Bidsquare to view the complete Furniture, Lighting & Fashion, No Reserve catalog and register to bid in other online auctions.
A colorful work by contemporary Argentinian-born Israeli artist Calman Shemi is among the top lots of Robinhood Auctions’ upcoming Modern & Contemporary Art Auction. The offered piece is acrylic on canvas with a lacquer coat, and it features streaks of color layered in thick, defined brushstrokes. In the background are horizontal white lines that evoke the staff of a music score. Shemi’s signature appears in the lower left corner. Many of Shemi’s works embrace a full rainbow of color, often applied to street scenes, music, and flowers. Another notable contemporary artwork in the catalog is a color screenprint by American street and pop artist KAWS (also known as Brian Donnelly). The Promise shows two of the artist’s signature grayscale Companions (stylized figures inspired by Mickey Mouse). The larger figure passes a globe to the smaller Companion, symbolizing environmental responsibility and the green economy. KAWS designed this image in 2022, basing the screenprint on an installation that he created for Dadu, Children’s Museum of Qatar.
Other artists who have worked at the intersection of pop culture and high art include Peter Max, Mr. Brainwash, and Andy Warhol; the upcoming sale highlights works from each. Offered from Mr. Brainwash (also known as Thierry Guetta) is a mixed media original piece depicting Charlie Chaplin against a colorful, graffiti-covered background. Bidders can also consider Peter Max’s original mixed media work titled Earth and a suite of ten silkscreen prints of Campbell’s Soup cans from Andy Warhol. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full Modern & Contemporary Art Auction catalog and find other online auctions.
Nearly 350 lots of GIA-graded natural diamonds will go under the hammer on Day 2 of the upcoming sale from Bid Global International Auctioneers. One of the key highlights is a round-cut Type IIa diamond weighing a total of 10.28 carats. It has FL clarity, D color, excellent symmetry, and polish. An emerald-cut stone that measures 10.10 carats also leads the listings. This GIA-graded diamond is customizable for all types of jewelry, including rings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, or earrings. It is a newly-cut diamond with an appraised value of $1,930,300. The diamond has a clarity grade of VS1 and G color.
Several diamond pairs are also available. This includes a set of round-cut diamonds measuring a total of 10.08 carats. Both gems have G color and IF clarity. The auction house notes that the pair comes with excellent polish and symmetry. Their combined appraised value is $1,787,900. The sale offers a range of cuts from square-cut diamonds and cushion-cut diamonds to fancy cuts. To view the complete Investment | Rare GIA Natural Diamonds | Day 2 auction catalog and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
