In the early 18th century, Spanish master Francisco Goya created Los Caprichos, a satire of his contemporary society. Goya’s body of work was withdrawn from public sale and published as an album in 1799. Almost two centuries later, in the mid-1970s, Surrealist painter Salvador Dalí offered his interpretation of Goya’s work in the Los Caprichos de Goya by Dalí series. One hand-colored etching from the collection is highlighted in the New Year’s Weekend Gallery Auction presented by Leland Little Auctions.
The sale emphasizes antique furniture, both Continental and American, as well as fine art and prints. A 19th century yellow pine stepback cabinet is a key lot. The cabinet has a two-part form with a step-cut pediment on a flush molded base. Other notable furniture includes a late 20th century Chippendale-style porter’s chair and a Scottish George III linen press. Several pieces of fine art are also available. These include a hand-colored engraving by Johan Frederik Clemens, an oil painting titled Amaryllis by Bernique Longley, and a 1975 lithograph by Norman Rockwell. Find more information by visiting Leland Little Auctions.
In 1901, at the age of 21, William S. Harley designed an engine well suited for a bicycle. After a few years, Harley and his childhood friend Arthur Davidson began expanding the design to build the first motorcycle. This was their very first attempt towards the production of the modern motorbike. In 1907, Harley-Davidson Motor Company was incorporated. Today, the company is one of the most popular and largest American manufacturers of custom, touring, and cruiser motorcycles. A 1910 Harley Davidson Single is a highlight of the upcoming Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction offered by Bonhams.
The auction will also include a prototype of the popular Indian Big Base Racer. This bike is claimed to be one of 13 pre-production models produced in 1941. Another motorcycle featured in the sale is a 940 Crocker Big Tank V-Twin produced by Albert Crocker, the founder of Crocker Motorcycles. According to Bonhams, “It’s been almost 80 years since Al Crocker’s last V-twin roadster left the factory on Venice Blvd. in East Los Angeles.” To view more items and register to bid online, visit Bonhams.
In 1976, Patek Philippe, one of the most esteemed luxury wristwatch brands, introduced the Nautilus to the market. The shape of the watch was unprecedented, using an octagon bezel and curved edges. The name, Nautilus, comes from the submarine described in Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. An 18 karat gold Nautilus watch will be available in the upcoming Watches, Jewelry, Fine Art, Antiques, and Midcentury Modern auction, presented by Clarke Auction Gallery.
Another leading lot in the auction is a watercolor painting by Thomas Waterman Wood. In the composition of his paintings, Wood emphasized the details and spirits of his subjects. He often captured events in the life of his hometown of Montpelier, Vermont. Along with Wood’s watercolor is a pair of oil paintings by Chuck Sabatino. In applying layers of paint in very thin oil glazes, Sabatino draws attention to the light and shadow in his paintings. Warm colors such as amber, gold, and brown are fitting for his subjects and backgrounds. He is loyal to those tones: “All the west is those colors. It’s the warmth of this part of the country, and I’m trying to bring that out.” View all of these lots and register to bid at Bidsquare.
Situated in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic region of the United States, the Susquehanna River is one of the oldest running rivers in the world. It is home to the Lenape, the Indigenous people of the Northeastern woodlands. A turning point in the history of the Susquehanna came when William Penn brought the first European settlement to the region by negotiating with the locals. The upcoming Susquehanna Collection sale offered by Morphy Auctions features works of 18th century artisans from the Susquehanna region and its adjacent communities. It will include furniture, decorative and fine arts, Kentucky long rifles, powder horns, and accessories.
Among the key lots of this auction is a composite Maximilian suit of armor. This 16th century suit was designed with fluted and ribbed surface ornamentation. The suit was assembled by Dr. Bashford Dean, the first president of the Arms & Armor Society. Another highlight is a mahogany Queen Anne dressing table with incised line carvings, coming from the shop of Samuel Harding. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare.
The upcoming Decorative and Fine Arts auction presented by Bunte Auction Services, Inc. features works from Chema Cobo, Jose Royo, Edna Hibel, Cao Yong, Thomas Kinkade, and others. The auction will also present collectibles, including Staffordshire pottery, Royal Doulton figurines, and vintage clothing. Featured furniture lots range from a terracotta coffee table and a secretaire bookcase to a French chandelier.
A key lot of the sale is an oil painting by Spanish artist Chema Cobo. Titled Walking Ahead to Step Backwards, the painting shows abstract figures in yellow, green, and blue colors. Another painting available in the auction is a Western landscape by Heinie Hartwig. The painting depicts Native American camps below Mount Moran. Collectibles of interest include a two-handled bowl decorated with winged cherub faces by Eichwald Majolica. To view the complete catalog and register to bid, visit Bunte Auction Services, Inc.
Danish silversmith Georg Jensen first established his Copenhagen brand in 1904. He was greatly influenced by Art Nouveau silhouettes as well as then-burgeoning Modernism; both would ultimately contribute to his signature aesthetic. Two items by Georg Jensen are highlighted in the upcoming auction offered by DuMouchelles: a cosmos pattern seven-piece sterling tea service set and a cactus pattern 98-piece flatware set.
Other notable lots in this sale include a yellow gold diamond ring with a single teardrop-shaped diamond in the center; a Pewabic Pottery magnum vase in lavender, cobalt, and copper tones; and a Walter Durfee grandfather clock with nine hollow tube chimes. The latter clock cabinet is made of mahogany with a slightly arched pediment at the top, brass banding at the sides, and a glass door at the front of the body. Rounding out the collection is a color lithograph by Costa Rican artist Francisco Zuniga. To view the complete auction catalog and register for bidding, visit Invaluable.
DuMouchelles’ upcoming auction will feature a variety of coins, firearms, rugs, jewelry, and collectibles. Rising to the top of the auction is a Shield-Nickel coin from the 1880s. This version was one of the last Shield Nickel editions ever produced. The coin featured in the auction is among the only known survivors of the 3,100 minted coins. A capped bust sterling silver coin is another numismatic highlight of the sale.
Among the notable lots is a 19th-century Belgian rifle with a gold inlay Liege mark, as well as an 11-piece Meyer Gunther martini dining set. An available Indo-Persian rug bears alternating floral designs on a dark red background. The central medallion is multicolored and surrounded by squares. Additional lots include a hand-painted six-panel screen, a Louis Vuitton suitcase, and a pair of Chinese Republic Famille Rose vases. The latter pieces depict two male figures: one is seated, holding an incense burner, while the other stands and holds a flower. To browse the entire collection and register to bid online, visit Invaluable.
Russian artist Konstantin Makovsky (1839–1915) is best known for his oil painting titled A Boyar Wedding Feast, which won a gold medal in the 1885 World’s Fair in Antwerp, Belgium. Like most of his work, this painting celebrated traditional Russian customs and rituals. It depicts a bride and groom poised to kiss each other at a 17th century wedding feast. Highlighted in the upcoming Estate Jewelry Russian Bronze New Year Sale, offered by Allure Antique Auction Company, is a Russian enamel box with a hand-painted miniature of A Boyar Wedding Feast on the top. Designed by Ivan Khlebnikov, a Russian goldsmith and merchant of the 19th century, the box is adorned with intricate floral patterns. With two hinged handles, the box also features emerald and ruby jewels and a gold wash interior.
The auction will include designer jewelry by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, Louis Vuitton, David Webb, and Chanel. Various pieces of estate diamond and gold jewelry, bronze sculptures, and Russian antiques will be on offer. To view the complete catalog and register to bid online, visit Bidsquare.
Ceramics figurines by American ceramist Ken Ferguson are shown in museums around the world. Stoneware by the artist is sculpted in a whimsical and industrial style, including a tripod teapot available in Whitley’s Auctioneers’ upcoming Home and Interiors Auction. The bisque lidded teapot by Ferguson is glazed with dark colors and rabbit motifs.
The auction also features an abstract Ariel glass vase. Orrefors, a Swedish glass manufacturer, is credited with developing the Ariel technique of trapping air between glass walls to impart a desired shape. The first female glass designer of the firm, Ingeborg Lundin, created the piece available in this auction. Also offered in the sale are paintings by artists such as Steve Penley and Angelo Botello, along with Japenese Art Deco paintings. Royal Doulton figurines, various vases, silverware, and home furnishings are also part of the auction. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
The popularity of Royal Doulton figurines has sustained the stoneware company, a change from its start as a manufacturer of drain and water pipes. With various innovations and experiments with different mediums, Doulton’s artistic pottery was most popular after 1913, particularly for its HN series of Pretty Lady figurines. The upcoming auction presented by Whitley’s Auctioneers offers a collection of this Doulton Lambeth and Burslem pottery. From the NH series is a figurine of a baby Cupid riding a crocodile. The allegorical figurine is among the only two examples produced by Doulton designer Charles Noke.
Other porcelain figurines available in this sale were made by Boehm pottery. A Bengal tiger figurine created by self-taught sculptor Edward Marshall Boehm is a highlight. The inspiration for his animal figurines was derived from Boehm’s early occupation as a cattle breeder, where he learned about animal anatomy and forms. He would go on to integrate that knowledge into his sculptures. The auction also includes Royal Worcester porcelain articles and Connoisseur sculptures. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
