Chuck Close is an artist who believes in redefining and fusing art through forms such as photography and painting. Close’s work is creatively tricky as his admirers are often unable to make a distinction between paintings and photography and that quality makes him widely appreciated. His ‘Self Portrait-Pulp’ is one item that portrays his artisanship at Prints & Multiples. The self-portrait from 2001 is a handmade paper pulp consisting of eleven various grays and is the highest estimated item in the auction.
Offered by Doyle Auction, amongst the 168 lots, auctioneers can bid for categories such as fine arts, collectibles, and decorative art. Among them, Andy Warhol’s color screen print ‘MARILYN’, brings tremendous value to the collection. Similarly, complementing Warhol’s work is SNOW ON THE EL by Martin Lewis. The item is a Drypoint from 1931, on cream laid paper which seems to be a representation of a cold and a snowy setting. More information is available at Doyle Auction.
Sturtevant was a talented artist that challenged the way artists were viewed in her time. Much appreciated by her contemporaries, she was known to replicate famous works from well-known artists. Modern Art & Design Auction By Lama Auctions presents one of her famous replications, Study for Andy Warhol’s Marilyn. The piece is acrylic and screenprint on canvas which can be acquired at the highest estimated value of $600,000.
Similarly, an important item is acrylic on fired ceramic, ‘The Blush’ by Ken Price. Price was famous for creating unique abstract shapes constructed from fired clay. Besides fine arts and ceramics, auctioneers can also explore through categories such as books, Furniture, Jewelry, Lighting and more with the price range of $300 – $600,000. For more items, visit Lama Auctions.
Since the creation of the classic rock group Steely Dan in the 1970s, lead guitarist Walter Becker helped revolutionize pop music. Along with bandmate Donald Fagen, the group fused rock, jazz, Latin music, reggae, traditional pop, R&B, and blues. Becker was not just a musician but also a prominent collector and admirer of art. This October, Julien’s Auctions will offer more than a thousand guitars and pieces of musical equipment from the Walter Becker Collection.
Property from The Estate of Walter Becker ranges in estimate from $50 – $15,000, with an overall estimation of $2 million. Within a selection of over 600 guitars is the Sadowsky Signature Model #1 that Becker performed with. Upon the artist’s request, the guitar has a flamed maple top and a grain center. Another noteworthy piece is a factory-refinished 1954 Fender Stratocaster, usually kept in the control room of Walter Becker’s studio. Pieces like a Fano Alt De Facto Gf6 guitar and a Masco Map-15 Combo Amplifier are also available in this auction. For more information, visit Julien’s Auctions.
The upcoming Fine Jewelry, Luxury Accessories & Sterling Silver auction presented by Alex Cooper Auctioneers will offer over 200 designer accessories. While jewelry pieces comprise the majority of this sale, a sterling silver Georg Jensen wave bowl particularly stands out. The collection also includes flatware and tea sets, a complement to the earrings, rings, and necklaces.
Highlights of this sale include a white gold diamond necklace and a pear-shaped diamond engagement ring. Breitling’s “Montbrillant” chronograph watch for men represents a different style of luxury. Items from esteemed jewelry houses such as Tiffany & Co. and Patek Philippe are also present in this auction. It covers a wide range of categories and price points with estimates ranging from $100 to $35,000. Explore the full catalog and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
Sotheby’s is introducing the 4 Fabulous Cellars auction where you will find the finest of red and white wines. Showcased in the auction is a Romanée Conti 2002 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. This red wine is considered the Domaine’s top wine in this vintage wine collection. Its spiciness mixed with its underlying mineral elements makes this a great enhancement to any wine collection.
Another great red wine highlighted is La Tâche 1999 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. It has a deep raspberry essence and a rich color. The Château Pichon Longueville, Lalande 1982 is also in the auction. This wine is super-spicy and completely aromatic to the nose. The taste has an aromatic quality, silky, and packed with a concentrated flavor. All the featured wines have been aged to perfection to satisfy your palate. Visit Sotheby’s to view the entire collection and to place a bid.
Fall Estate & Discovery Sale by Barridoff Galleries is an ensemble of fine arts that holds stories of emotion, passion, and expression. The collection of more than 200 workmanships include an oil on canvas by Charles Wilson Knapp at the highest value of $7,000. The landscape painting captures the serenity and calm of the place through his intricate work.
Along with landscapes, the auction exhibits work of Abstract Expressionism from some of the prominent artisans such as Melville Price. Melville Price was committed to representing profound emotions and universal themes in his art. One of the featured items also includes a painting by Stephen Etnier who possessed a fascination with the remote sceneries. With price estimation ranging from $50 – $7,000, the pieces are available for all eager bidders. Find more intriguing lots at Barridoff Galleries.
From vintage tomes to illustration art, the upcoming Fine Books & Manuscripts sale presented by Potter & Potter Auctions includes a wide variety of printed works. Over 600 items are on offer, including books, posters, photographs, paintings, and more. The leading lot is noted equally for its physical characteristics and its content. L’Art de Batir des Maisons de Campagne (The Art of Building Country Houses) by Charles Etienne Briseux details French Rococo architecture and design, bound in marbled calfskin and gilded from every angle.
Academic texts are particularly prominent in this auction. A set of three physical science volumes dates back to the 1600s; authored by Francesco Lana de Terzi, these books recall the mathematician’s work in aeronautical science. Many visual works are also available. A series of illustrations depict battle scenes from World War I, while Frederic M. Thrasher’s The Gang visually maps out mob activity in Chicago around the 1920s. To view these items and many more, visit Potter & Potter Auctions.
Coca-Cola has been a household name since the 19th century. Originally, it was intended as a medicinal drink during prohibition where it was sold for 5¢ a bottle. Coca-Cola’s first outdoor wall advertisement was painted in 1894 in Georgia. The longest commercial Coca-Cola soda fountain was also in Georgia, at Fleeman’s Pharmacy, for 81 years. The John & Charlotte Yarbrough Coca-Cola Collection by Morphy Auctions represents the history of the popular soda drink.
Spotlighting the auction is a 1903-1905 Coca-Cola Chewing Gum cutout. This matted and framed blue cutout features a baby holding a wrapper with the words “Coca-Cola Chewing Gum” printed on it.
A 1923 Coca-Cola picnic scene cardboard sign is also being showcased. This sign features Diana Allen, a nationally recognized screen star of the 1920s. The artwork and image are in near perfect condition. The sign was also the cover lot in the legendary 1988 Pop Poppenheimer auction. View all 465 lots and place a bid at Morphy Auctions today.
Doyle will present the upcoming Important Jewelry auction from the estates of Leonard and Elaine Silverstein, Broadway actress Jo Sullivan Loesser, the late Mrs. Irving Brokaw, and many others. Necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, and watches are available, ranging in estimate from $600 to $600,000.
Showcased in the sale is a Fancy Blue diamond and platinum ring from the early 1900s. This 1.80-carat European-cut diamond is flanked by two pear-shaped diamonds and 44 small single-cut diamonds to complete the piece. Another featured item is a gold, emerald, and diamond ring from Tiffany & Co. This antique ring showcases an oval emerald framed by 12 old-mine cut diamonds. A cabochon ruby and emerald necklace from Cartier is also highlighted. Other available items from Van Cleef & Arpels, Joel Arthur Rosenthal, Rolex, Piaget, and more will cross the auction block. View all 492 lots and register for online bidding at Doyle.
The upcoming auction presented by Christie’s, The Collector: Property from Four American Collections, offers a wide array of fine art and furniture from around the world. With an estimate of $20,000, Claude Venard’s Femme et Nature Morte (Woman and Still Life) is one of the standout items in the auction. Venard, a popular French post-Cubist and still-life painter from the 20th century, pushed the boundaries of Cubism and challenged the existing art community to better explore colors and angles.
A North Italian walnut bookcase also stands out. Built during the late 18th century, this bookcase holds portrait medallions, sliding compartments, and an optical illusion scene on the lower drawers. Also of interest is an elaborate pair of Italian cut-glass chandeliers. To explore these lots and many more, visit Christie’s and register to bid.
