The process of painting the water drops is to filter, to dissolve all the impurities out of them and return them to a clear state of nothing. When all the rage, anxiety, and fear come to the moment of nothing, we reach a state of peace and comfort,” says Kim Tschang-Yeul, a contemporary artist who has been painting waterdrops as his subject for over 40 years. His signature style of painting has made a mark on the international art arena. One of his paintings will be included in the upcoming New York City Estate Auction offered by Showplace Antique + Design Center.
This sale also includes fine jewelry pieces such as a 19th century gold, diamond, and ruby pendant. Another noteworthy piece available in this auction is a Montegrappa luxury fountain pen. Made of 18 karat yellow gold, the body of this 2004 pen shows a Zodiac monkey perching in a jungle. For more information, visit Bidsquare.
Clarke Auction Gallery presents over 200 disparate lots that were either left in storage or were never picked up by the winning bidder after an auction. Highlighted in this sale is a drawing of Colonel Claus Count Schenk von Stauffenberg, the German officer who led an unsuccessful assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler. The drawing is by Skitch Henderson, a noteworthy 20th-century pianist and composer. Later in his life, Henderson became more involved in the art world, including opening his own gallery, The Silo.
Also featured is an unnamed painting by Hyunsoo Kim. Dozens of white lines run along the bottom of this painting, while longer black lines meander across the top. Both colors frame the painting’s focus: a swirled mass of green, orange, and black paint. As Kim describes in her Contemporary Art Curator profile, she uses acrylic paint and abstract forms to convey emotion. “I attempt to depict the inner state of a situation,” says Kim, “…that represent[s] a microcosm of life.”
Paintings by Peter Diem and Phil Liborbaum, as well as a sculpture by Mortimer Borne are also available in this auction. View the auction catalog and register to bid on Bidsquare
Jewelry pieces, especially ones studded with emerald studded stones, are a highlight of the upcoming auction by Joshua Kodner. Collectors can explore a plethora of diamond rings, necklaces, and earrings. An emerald and diamond bracelet is offered at the highest estimate. Other highlights include an emerald and diamond necklace, along with a set of matching earrings.
Apart from jewelry, the auction also hosts multiple pieces of decorative arts, like paintings, screenprints, photographs, and furniture by brands like Louis Vuitton, and Tiffany. Noon Rush Hour on Fifth Ave, 1949, a photograph after Andreas Feininger is also featured. Paintings by artists Anna Eva Bergman, Edouard Léon Cortès, and Romero Britto will also be a part of the auction. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
The Mickey Mouse and Friends – Animation Art Signature Internet Auction, offered by Heritage Auctions, is a collection of sketches and drawings from the animators of Walt Disney Studios. The collection includes various iconic characters from the Disney vault, including Mickey Mouse himself. One promotional sketch shows Mickey misspelling his own name. Visible is an animator’s graphite pencil correction.
Another early drawing depicts the disguised evil queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, preparing to offer a poisoned apple to Snow White. Also available is a production sketch of Princess Ariel, the fourth official member of the Disney Princess line-up and star of the animated feature The Little Mermaid. In this production sketch, Ariel is shown looking up as she first sets eyes on Prince Eric. View any of these lots and register to bid at Heritage Auctions.
The upcoming Exceptional Charleston Jewelry auction offered by Charleston Estate Auctions features rare watches, fine jewelry, and large diamonds from E.S. Griffith’s estate. One featured jewelry item in this auction is an 11-carat radiant cut diamond ring. Mounted on 14 karat gold, the ring features the main diamond in the center with a triangular faceted diamond on either side. Introduced in 1977 by Henry Grossbard for the Radiant Cut Diamond Company, this particular cut has managed to gain immense popularity due to its reflective qualities. Today, it is one of the most popular cuts used for engagement and wedding rings.
Also featured in the sale is a gold, ruby, and diamond ring. This piece has an oval ruby set in the center surrounded by eight round diamonds. Another item of interest is an 18 karat gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch with a sapphire & diamond bezel. The watch has a Presidential style bracelet that tapers with a foldover clasp. Also on the auction block are loose diamonds, gold jewelry, and accessories. Browse the entire collection and register to bid on Invaluable.
In 1926, Joseph Kleitsch, a Hungarian-American painter, traveled around Europe to seek inspiration from its backdrops and cultures. Through the years, Kleitsch’s travel experience contributed to the creation of more expressive artworks, particularly focusing on villages and hills. One of Kleitsch’s oil paintings of California is being offered at the California and Western Art Auction presented by Bonhams.
The auction will showcase many other artists as well, including E. Charlton Fortune, Edgar Payne, and William Alexander. An American Impressionist artist, Fortune’s work will be featured in the sale. Her Drying Sails painting reveals her fascination with the water along the Monterey, English, and European coastlines. The application of thick brushwork in this piece incorporates realism within the painting. Collectors can also find Mountain Vista by Edgar Payne, who worked with contrasting light and dark areas to create this piece. View the full catalog and register for bidding on Bonhams.
During the Victorian period, Christmas toys and games were quite popular. In 1897, McLoughlin Brothers capitalized on the growing Christmas market by issuing a board game called ‘Game of the Visit of Santa Claus.’ The game, which became an instant hit, was designed so that players receive gifts from Santa as he flies in his sleigh around the board, celebrating the growing consumerism of the holiday. One edition of the game that highlights its multi-color lithography on both the cover and the board will be featured in the upcoming November Discovery Auction offered by Oakridge Auction Gallery.
This auction will also feature a range of fine art, antiques, and collectibles. Among the lots in this auction are autographed photographs and artifacts from presidents Harry S. Truman, John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, and George H. W. Bush. Other interesting works include sets of French decorative containers, designed by Henriot Quimper and Luneville. To view the catalog and register to bid online, visit Invaluable.
The upcoming Chinese Antique, Art & Estate Sale presented by Mega International Auctions offers a selection of Chinese fine art, antiques, and collectibles. This sale gathers works by artists such as Charles Levier, Grandma Moses, and Walasse Ting in the fine art category. The featured collectibles include items from the Daoguang Dynasty, Guang Xu Dynasty, and Hu-nan Province. Over 300 antique items will also be available in this auction, especially highlighting statues and figures of jade.
One standout lot is a pair of oil lamps made of gilt bronze animal figures and a jade carving on top. Also available is a spinach green jade Buddha. Over many years, jade Buddha figures were consistently sculpted due to the symbolic meaning of jade, which suggests purification. To learn more, visit Invaluable to browse the full catalog and register to bid.
Marine watercolors by American artist William Trost Richards are popular worldwide for their realistic effect. Offered at the highest estimated price in the upcoming Art, Antiques & Clocks auction, presented by Cottone Auctions, is a photographic painting by Richards. Paintings by post-impressionist painter Maurice Prendergast are another highlight. Among these is a watercolor painting depicting a tree near the sea.
Also available is a pair of Rohlfs mahogany side chairs. Furniture designs by Rohlfs, especially chairs with unusual structures, and designs are a part of worldwide museums. Multiple timepieces like mantel clocks, wall clocks, and wristwatches are also part of the auction. The French empire skeleton clock by Verneuil presented is sought after for its rare design, make, and incorporation of different metals, and stones. Explore shades, coins, silverware, and porcelain and register to bid online on Invaluable
Martin Grelle is best known for capturing the spirit of Native American and cowboy culture in his paintings. One of Grelle’s oil paintings, titled Warriors, is available in the upcoming auction presented by Bonhams. This piece shows three Plains warriors riding across a mountain.
This auction of the Eddie Basha Collection assembles a range of fine art. Among them, Crows in Yellowstone by Howard Terpning stands out. Terpning was known as “…an extraordinary visual storyteller with a focus on historical depictions.” The Crow warriors were regarded as expert horsemen in the region that is now called Yellowstone. This painting shows a band of these warriors carefully navigating a treacherous area, which Terpning shows in attentive detail. John Coleman’s bronze sculpture is also of particular interest. His style captures the mood of the subject and often portrays Native American imagery and symbolism. Explore the full catalog of art and register to bid online on Bonhams.
