Any piece of art, jewelry or furniture requires the finest craftsmanship from the maker to enchant bidders and buyers. Such handiness is found in abundance at the Palm Beach Jewelry, Art and Antiques auction by A.B Levy’s.
Certain to captivate the viewers, the two-color gold and sapphire brooch signed by the Italian maker Sabbadini, is an 18 Karat jewelry providing a closer look at the expertise and style of Italian artistry. Similarly, making its mark in the auction is a pair of Sterling silver compotes filled with blackberry patterns from Tiffany and Co. A company that has never disappointed with its high valued products since 1837.
But the prized possession of A.B Levy’s collection is a Louis XV Styled (France) grand piano. Signed by Francois Linke, and stamped Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener from the late 19th century, the piece represents exclusivity by its design. For instance, it is raised on six cabriole legs, each headed by pierced foliate mounts and ending in lion paw and bun feet. At the highest estimate of $200,000, possessing the exclusive piano are for selective collectors. Find more information on Invaluable.
Jewelry Auction by Alderfer Auction will be a 14-day auction that brings a wide range of accessories to add some glam to your style. From wristwatches to pins the auction will host a dazzling display of gold and gems studded add-ons. The vintage Princess Mara fine jewelry is popular for their delicate designs. The etched hinged bangle by Princess Mara is an important collectible from the auction.
A lady’s wristwatch by Lucien Piccard represents the fine craftsmanship of the makers. These watches are popular for their beautiful and artsy designs. A set of two tie bars engraved with symbols and text depicting the “New York 1939 world’s fair and Ulm Germany” are the interesting antiques of the auction. Other collectibles include necklaces, rings, earrings, tie pins, brooches and more as a part of the auction. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Alderfer Auction.
Greenwich auction presents Jewelry, Design & Décor– a two-day auction featuring furniture, jewelry, arts and more.
As the first day wraps with interesting antiques, second day of the auction will host some well-known pieces of history. Like those vintage bicycles with a large front wheel and a comparatively smaller rear wheel that most of us have only heard of. The Penny Farthings bicycles are the first machines termed as bicycles and therefore the highest valued and most sought-after collectible.
The daydream like oil painting of a Parisian street by an American realist painter Andre Gisson and the gold & Carnelian necklace by Art Deco are a few notable pieces that wraps up the second day. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Invaluable.
Greenwich auction presents Jewelry, Design & Décor– a two-day auction featuring furniture, jewelry, arts and more.
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The first day of the auction will put forth a display of collectibles from different provinces and categories. The highlight of the auction is a Baby Grand Piano by Schimmel. The highly awarded German pianos are popular for their consistent quality and unique make. The highest valued collectible of the auction, Schimmel pianos are amongst the top piano brands in the world.
Paintings of the Mount Vesuvius by Neapolitan school are considered rare pieces of among Italian fine arts. A similar oil painting of the Vesuvius is a prime piece among fine art collectibles. The first day of the auction will also host interesting furniture items like cabinets, chairs, sterling silverware, jewelry, and many others. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Invaluable.
The assortment of 382 items presented in the upcoming sale by A.H.Wilkens Auction & Appraisals is a blend of fine and decorative works of art. This sale brings together a selection of jewelry, porcelain, and paintings, with a medley of antique furniture and mid-century modern decorations. Many of these lots distinguish the auction from any other with their unusual figures and masks such as the Songye double fetish figure and Large Toma (flat forehead) mask. Antiques like Continental ornamental snuff and English sterling dispenser sets a noble atmosphere for any vintage collectors.
In addition to that is one of the noteworthy pieces offered- a portrait of a girl in blue from circa 1897 that wields the brushstrokes of Stansmore Dean Stevenson. The painting captures the innocence in the eyes of a little girl. This diverse selection, entrusted with African collection from the personal home of Joey & Toby Tanenbaum, works well alongside each other to deliver an auction experience of the highest caliber. Find more information about the auction and register to bid online on A.H.Wilkens Auction & Appraisals.
Auctions are engaging as they present diverse history and culture with works of artists and arts representing the creativity of the highest order. Representing such creativity is Collector’s Auction, offered by Alderfer Auction. The auction surprises buyers from various genres as the highlights range from fine arts such as a surreal oil on canvas of winter landscape by George Gardner Symons to a luxury watch by Patek Philippe Calatrava. Seizing the essence of Patek Philippe’s work of finest quality since 1932, the watch embraces a black leather, Eel skin band handcrafted in Germany with 18 carats case and 22-carat gold components.
The 449 lot features plenty of masterful items. However, separating itself from the rest is a playful 1999 Jaguar Convertible, revealing class with its elegance, at the highest estimated value of $9,000. Suggested by its name the automobile is fierce, attractive and agile in a splendid silver-color. It has a black top and black leather interior featuring original stickers and manuals. Spectate and learn more about the auction withholding items from $100 – $9000 at Alderfer Auction.
The Handbag and Accessories Online auction by Sotheby’s features impeccable craftsmanship and detailing from Hermés. With over 90 pieces, the auction contains many of fashion’s darlings, including Birkin and Kelly bags. These bags, timeless in their appeal and highly collectable today, are excellent investments. Instantly recognizable, they appeal to both fashionistas and businessperson alike. Each year only a limited number is manufactured. Hermés’s attention to detailing is unmatched, with each stitch and piece of hardware inspected in production.
Key items for sale is led by a Hermès Rose Tyrien Sellier Kelly, its 28cm of Ostrich with palladium hardware and tonal stitching. And a mini Kelly Pochette in indigo made from matte Mississippian alligator. Other Birkins include one in a gorgeous epsom leather, a vert olive Birkin with gold hardware, and an electric blue Birkin. Rounding out the auction are several pieces from Chanel and Louis Vuitton, including handbags and wallets. To view the collection in its entirety and register to bid, go to Sotheby’s.
With a catalog filled with numerous distinct, rare, and decorative books, the upcoming Turkish Manuscript, Hunt & Fish, Catholic auction presented by National Book Auctions is an opportunity to view and enjoy literature’s best curiosities. The outstanding and titular lot is a 17th century French manuscript chronicling the Ottoman wars in Turkey. It is not only a handsome, elaborate volume, but was also an early version of the author’s later published works. Other highlights include a collection of German journals that hold everything from pressed flowers to music notes. These and many more journals and histories range in estimate from $200 to $10,000, with over 100 lots available. To view the complete catalog and register to bid, visit LiveAuctioneers .
Commanding, sturdily crafted Stickley furniture is featured alongside elegant enameled vases, and could replicate a scene lifted from the Huntington Library’s collection. Gorgeous clean lines of mid-century furniture and floor lamps are timeless in their simplicity and would complement tasteful modern decor. With over 350 lots, Showplace Antique + Design Center’supcoming New York City Estate Auction is a treasure trove of twentieth-century decorative arts and furniture. This wide-ranging auction is for those with elegant taste and an appreciation of historical periods.
Items of note include an Art Nouveau peony vase, a set of six turn-of-the-century sterling silver plates, and several lots of Stickley furniture including an L & JG Stickley mission sideboard from 1912. The fine art section contains a whimsical pastel period oil “Portrait of a Seated Woman” from 1969. And there are several luxury fashion items including vintage Chanel and Hermés pieces.
Lots contain excellent examples of Art Nouveau and Mission Style as well as the mid-century modern era. Rounding out the auction are graceful jewelry pieces, beautiful Judaica items, and Mickey Mouse memorabilia. With pieces priced within reach for many collectors, the auction offers good opportunities to incorporate beautiful objects into a variety of interior design styles. For bidding registration and to view the complete catalogue go to Bidsquare.
Clarke’s Fine Art, Silver, Jewelry, Antiques, Asian, Mid-Century Modern & More Auction includes many important pieces of art, jewelry, and antiques. This broad auction contains a variety of styles and eras, spanning from the 17th century to the 21st, and ranging from pastoral scenes to postmodern pop art.
However, it is the old master paintings that set this auction apart, as each piece is rendered with brushstrokes so minute they are almost indiscernible. The 18th-century ladies and gentlemen in period fashion would be unique additions to many homes. And with fine art bids beginning at $150-$7,500 they are well within reach for many collectors. Leading the art portion is a colonial John Wollaston oil portrait as well as a Walter Elmer Schofield southwestern landscape. Several contemporary pieces like a mixed media Frog King Kwok are also present.
Noteworthy Asian works include a jade bowl carved into a dragon and several pieces of porcelain, contemporary and antique items as well as the jewelry portion, which is dominated by pearls, emeralds, and sapphires. Showcased jewelry includes a stunning 22.39 CT square-cut emerald necklace and a gorgeous unheated sapphire ring. Other items of note are one owner 2004 Porsche Carrera, a baby grand piano, and large groupings of sterling flatware and tea services. For the complete auction catalog and forbidding registration go to Bidsquare.