An edition of one of the most famous Finnish advertisements, titled Bil-Bol, is coming to auction with Swann Auction Galleries. The title Bil-Bol in Swedish translates as “car company.” It is a poster created in 1907 by Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865 – 1931) for an automobile retailer. This poster will lead the upcoming Vintage Posters & Graphic Design Auction. The artist behind the famous image was Akseli Gallen-Kallela, a Finnish painter considered an essential aspect of the Finnish national identity. He is best known for his illustrations of the Finnish national epic Kalevala. The most likely person to have commissioned the poster was Swedish Baron Carl Cederström. He founded Sweden’s first car company (and taxi service) in Stockholm, Bil-Aktibolaget, whose name was trademarked as Bil-Bol. Furthermore, he exhibited his cars in Stockholm’s May 1907 car exposition.
On the cover of issue one of L’Estampe Originale, Jane Avril stands in the Ancourt & Cie. printing shop, while the printer is hard at work behind her. L’Estampe Originale was a French periodical of original prints, containing prints by a distinguished group of artists like Paul Gauguin, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Auguste Rodin, and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. The subject on the cover issue is dancer Jane Avril, one of Toulouse-Lautrec’s muses. Lautrec (1864 – 1901) was a French painter, printmaker, caricaturist, and illustrator. His most famous works are depictions of the Moulin Rouge and its patrons. He immersed himself in the colorful and theatrical life of Paris in the late 19th century. He produced provocative images where the subjects have personalities and are diversely true to their nature. Visit Swann Auction Galleries to find the listed items and register to place a bid.
Better known as William of Orange, William III was the King of England, Ireland, and Scotland from 1689 to 1702. He ruled Britain and Ireland jointly with his wife, Queen Mary II. A staunch Protestant, William was celebrated as a champion of the faith by his followers. During his reign, the largest denomination currency minted was the 1699 5G gold coin. One such Gem Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) piece is a key highlight of the upcoming Gold Standard Auctions sale. Containing approximately one-quarter of an ounce of gold, the coin was issued in small numbers. With only minor marks or aberrations and featuring bold lettering, it is considered a rare specimen. Another notable currency lot from England in this sale is the 1356-61 Noble S-1490 Choice BU. The Noble was the foremost English gold coin produced in large quantities during the rule of King Edward III. This piece was minted in his fourth coinage (1351 – 1377) and weighs 7.8 grams (120 grains).
Two unique US gold coins also lead the listings. One is an 1877-CC $10 Eagle Choice AU whereas the other is an uncirculated 1826 $3 piece. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Feb 24th Vancouver Valentine Coin auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
In the latest Fine Jewelry & Luxury Handbags sale from Doyle, nearly 200 quality lots will come under the hammer. Among the top lots in the catalog is an Elsa Peretti ‘Open Heart’ pendant necklace from Tiffany & Co. The jewelry collection created by visionary designer Elsa Peretti is characterized by sculptural, organic aesthetics, as well as tactile appeal and minimalism. The available necklace features a stylized openwork heart pendant signed Tiffany & Co., Peretti, which is attached to an 18-karat yellow gold chain measuring 30 inches long. Another notable jewelry lot in the sale is a Cartier gold bangle bracelet. A unisex design with tiny gold screws, Cartier bracelets are not meant to be removed every day, as they are fixed on the wrist with a screwdriver. This 18-karat yellow gold ‘Love’ bracelet has an inner measurement of 6.75 inches and comes with a golden screwdriver.
This upcoming sale will also offer luxury handbags. Leading this section of catalog is a Chanel classic burgundy leather double-flap bag. It includes an additional interior flap separating the main outer flap from the interior. With burgundy leather and gold-tone hardware, this classic double-flap bag has the signature double CC turn-lock closure with a three-compartment interior. Other collectible bags in this event include a black monogram Mahina ‘Beaubourg Hobo MM’ Louis Vuitton bag. This braided top handle bag features grained perforated black Mahina leather with a monogram motif. Visit Doyle to view the complete Fine Jewelry & Luxury Handbags catalog and register to bid.
Fine prints, multiples, paintings, and sculptures by and attributed to master artists such as Lee Krasner, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Georgia O’Keeffe, and others will soon come to the market with 500 Gallery. An abstract composition attributed to Krasner is among the top lots of the sale. It is an oil on canvas rendered in muted shades of navy blue, gray, and orange. An American Abstract Expressionist artist, Krasner worked on the cutting edge of abstraction and spent her career in a constant state of reinvention. Her canvases are defined by their sweeping colors and amorphous shapes. Another notable abstract work in the catalog was painted in the manner of Lynne Drexler. This colorful abstract composition from 1962 features small swatches of red, orange, pink, and cornflower blue arranged in a mosaic-like pattern. Drexler was a daring Abstract Expressionist who encountered fame early in her career. She stepped away from the spotlight later in life, and her work languished in obscurity for decades before making a market comeback.
Several drawings and sketches are also available with 500 Gallery this February, including a collection of 27 watercolor sketches, sold as a set, that are attributed to Pablo Picasso. Each work is signed but undated. Also on offer is a charcoal and pastel on paper piece attributed to Manoucher Yektai and a Yertle the Turtle drawing attributed to Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel). To view the complete catalog of the Connoisseur’s Collection: February Sale and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack, a first responder recovered an American flag from the rubble near the World Trade Center complex. Bearing witness to the devastation, the flag has holes and tears and retains gray matter from the debris plume. It was signed by numerous responders working on cleaning up the site. That flag is a key highlight of this upcoming auction, offered by Austin Auction Gallery. Measuring around 44 inches high by 73.25 inches wide, the flag also includes the name of its finder. Near the center is the signature of then-New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani.
Two tea and coffee service sets also lead the listings. One is an eight-piece Portuguese silver set, whereas the other is a fine Japanese Konoike silver dragon and irises five-piece set. Another noteworthy antique item in the catalog is an ornate Louis XV style ormolu-mounted cylinder desk. It is decorated with figural and foliate bronze and polychrome marquetry. The interior is fitted with seven parquetry-faced drawers and a writing surface. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Day 3-Fabulous February 2024 Antiques & Estates Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
This first part of the Edwin A. Dawes Collection will be presented by Potter & Potter Auctions in late February. Nearly 450 lots of posters and vintage collectibles are offered. Particularly featured is a one-sheet stone lithograph published by The Metropolitan Printing Co. in 1905. The artwork shows English magician Adelaide Herrmann performing a magic show. Titled The Flight of the Favorite, the poster shows a Geisha character in one cabinet vanishing, only to reappear in a similar box some distance away. Called “the Queen of Magic,” Herrmann was born in 1853 in London.
Collectors will also find a third edition and first issue copy of The Discoverie of Witchcraft. Written by Reginald Scot (1538 – 1599), the book includes famous wood-engraved illustrations of conjuring apparatus and the decapitation illusion. The book, with a gilt-lettered spine label, briefs on conjuring tricks and their secrets in English. Other notable lots on the block are Chung Ling Soo’s Smoke Vase dating back to 1910, Jay Marshall’s “Lefty” glove puppet, and a 1905 lithograph advertising the ‘Comedians de Mephisto Co.’ Visit Potter & Potter Auctions to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming The Collection of Edwin A Dawes, Part I sale.
The latest sale from 1stbid will present over 200 lots of antique rugs and carpets, as well as assorted fine artworks. Among the top lots is an oil on panel painting by Joan Miró. This abstract piece features rich shades of orange, yellow, and brown. In the center, an amorphous green shape rises, adorned with black stars, rings, and circles. This work contains the artist’s signature in the lower right corner. Other notable artworks in the catalog include a 17th-century British School oil on canvas painting, which depicts a woman wearing an Elizabethan ruff, and a Biblical oil painting by John Marin. Interested collectors can also consider works by Egon Schiele, Paul Signac, and Konstantine Szewczenko.
The rugs section of this auction is led by an antique Haji Jalili Tabriz carpet measuring over 17 feet long. Haji Jalili was a renowned carpet weaver who helped catalyze a Tabriz rug revival in the late 19th century. The rugs that emerged from his workshop married elements of both European art and traditional Sufi philosophy, often updating old Persian rug designs by using softer colors and harmonizing disparate patterns. The offered Haji Jalili rug features a hexagonal royal blue medallion in the center and multiple elaborate borders in blue and orange. Also available is a silk Heriz rug with a floral center medallion and a French mid-century rug in the Art Deco style. View the complete Art & Rugs Auction catalog and find other online auctions by visiting Bidsquare.
The upcoming Affordable Modern & Contemporary Art Auction, offered by Robinhood Auctions, will feature nearly 1,000 lots of fine art, sculptures, prints, posters, and more. One of the highlights is Pino Daeni’s original oil painting on board titled Seaside Gathering. This custom-framed piece is hand-signed by the artist and comes with a letter of authenticity. It measures approximately 30 inches by 40.5 inches. The painting depicts a young lady taking a stroll on the seashore. Also seen in the background is a girl and boy walking hand in hand. Italian-American book illustrator and artist Pino Daeni was famous for portraying delicate, romantic women and strong men on bright beaches. Another notable work in the catalog is an oil painting on canvas by Lelia Pissarro. The untitled artwork shows a group of women washing clothes by the river.
Additionally, bidders can consider a selection of ocean-themed paintings by Robert Wyland. His original painting on canvas titled Deep Sea Swim is particularly impressive. It shows a sea turtle diving in the blue ocean. Also on offer are limited editions, sculptures, prints, and more by renowned artists such as Pablo Picasso, Mr. Brainwash, Peter Max, Ferjo, and Alexander Astahov. Visit Bidsquare to view the complete Affordable Modern & Contemporary Art catalog and find other online auctions.
A trapezoidal-shaped women’s bag created by Robert Dumas shot to fame in the 1950s. Named after Grace Kelly, the Hollywood actress-turned-princess of Monaco was clicked holding it, the bag was famously renamed the Kelly. In the 2000s, French fashion designer Pierre Hardy translated the “clochette” or the leather casing on these bags into jewelry. The upcoming NY Elizabeth auction will feature an Hermès Kelly clochette diamond bracelet. Made of rose gold, the piece explores the idea of duality with the sparkling effect of stones. Two Cartier bracelets also lead the listings. One is a turquoise link piece, and the other is the brand’s iconic love half style fashioned with alternating screw motifs and diamonds. The French jewelry house is known for combining vintage looks and modern elements.
Another noteworthy bracelet in the catalog is an unconventional design by Chrome Hearts, a luxury brand from Hollywood. It features intricate pyramid accents. Van Cleef & Arpels’ pair of Perlée diamond earrings is a striking lot in the catalog. The collection is noted for its delicate golden beads. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming 2416 | Designer Jewelry sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions
Native American visual artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith is a celebrated art educator and political activist. She is an enrolled member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Also of Métis and Shoshone descent, Smith explores subjects such as Native identity and historical oppression. The upcoming Leonard Auction sale will feature a pastel on paper piece by the artist. It portrays an abstract image of a Native American village, float matted with acrylic. An oil on canvas work by Jules Breton also leads the catalog. It depicts a rural scene of a group of women carrying out their chores at a water well. The 19th-century naturalist painter was known for his idyllic portrayal of the French countryside. A striking artwork by Paul Seignac, another French painter of the period, portrays a military officer visiting a young woman. It is mounted in a gold-tone carved wood frame.
Spanish artist Pablo Picasso’s Faune Cavalier is a noteworthy earthenware ceramic plate with blue slip over a white glaze. The piece is stamped and marked verso ‘Madoura Plein Feu / Empreinte Originale de Picasso / C111 / #57-100.’ To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming February Online Auction (Sale #312), visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
