Asian Art Estate Auction offered by A.H Wilkens is a superior collection of Asian porcelains, paintings, decorative arts and more. The auction exhibits its excellence by presenting a statue of Guanyin (the bodhisattva of infinite compassion and mercy). As Guanyin roughly translates to the followers of Buddha; what makes it a charming piece is its craftsmanship as it is made out of carved nephrite jade, a valuable mineral. Consequently, an oil on canvas by Wang Ying is a depiction of fishes in the pond; captivating observers especially with joy, spread by its lively colors.
A group of cantons Famille rose porcelains brings the best out of the lots as it is painted with alternating figural, birds and flower scenes, with elaborately painted borders. Providing an exploration of antique and artistic Asian items, the collection reaps benefits for enthusiastic buyers looking to extend their collection. For information and to register to bid on these wonderful lots please visit A.H Wilkens
If our past ancestors could have seen into our present day, they might have been astounded at the kind of items we prize and treasure. The ordinary, everyday objects they touched have been transformed into interesting and emblematic bits of history. Over two extensive days of Americana-themed decorative art and practical items, the Summer Americana & Variety Auction offered by Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates opens a window back to those days of old.
Day 2:
The strong beginning of the 1st day is matched with an equally strong finish. Summer Americana & Variety Auction’s second day turns its focus to the ordinary, everyday objects that have given us insight and connection to the past. Some of the more eye-catching lots in this collection of 1,050 items include a Diamond Dyes advertising display cabinet (where colorful children frolic in the woods) and a captivating blue phonograph from the early 20th century. These curiosities and many more can be viewed and bid upon online: Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates.
If our past ancestors could have seen into our present day, they might have been astounded at the kind of items we prize and treasure. The ordinary, everyday objects they touched have been transformed into interesting and emblematic bits of history. Over two extensive days of Americana-themed decorative art and practical items, the Summer Americana & Variety Auction offered by Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates opens a window back to those days of old.
Day 1:
The first day of the auction includes the luxuries of the past, those items of beauty and fragility that still capture our imaginations. Intricate lamps with frosted shades and crystal details; vintage beaded purses depicting flowers and delicate patterns; and Staffordshire table settings are all highlights of the first day’s offerings. Over 500 lots are available, with estimates ranging from $80 to $300.
The Mary Wells Advertising & Americana Auction, offered by Leland Little, is anchored by some tobacco advertisements from a variety of producers. One lot garnering a lot of early interest consists of two lithographs advertising Bull Durham brand tobacco. The largest, perhaps more desirable of the two, is from a promotion circa 1900 titled “Bull Durham’s Trip Around the World.” The ad is promoting a “souvenir postal card with each five-cent bag” and includes reproductions of each of 32 postcards, 30 of which feature illustrations from a different country.
Some of the finer advertising lots in this sale feature classic soft-drink branding and other items for in-store display, including fine mid-20th-century enamel and iron Coca-Cola button signs. Many of these bright, classic signs look almost new. They demand attention and are sure to garner a good deal of interest among collectors.
Among the many furnishings drawn from 19th and 20th century retail spaces, one of the most striking and notable is a large, late 1800s country store cabinet. Features of the cabinet include 55 upper glass-fronted drawers (though one pane is missing and two are cracked), and 21 lower, slide-out wood-fronted drawers labeled “Warren.” This is a large item and though it will likely garner a good deal of interest from collectors, it will need to be retrieved from the auction house immediately following its purchase. View any of these lots and register to bid at Leland Little.
Gray’s auctioneer presents its elite finds in the upcoming Fine Art, Furniture & Decorative Art auction. Painting by landscape artist Harold Newton is the highest valued art piece of the auction. As one of the founding members of Florida Highwaymen, Harold’s paintings are stunning examples of Florida highway art. Harold’s highwaymen paintings are the most sought after by collectors too.
Furniture made from shed antlers called Horn furniture are rare finds, like the featured Victorian Wenzel Friedrich steer horn armchair. Among silverware, the Fassi Arno Italian Neoclassical 800 silver champagne cooler with intricate design might be a great addition to any bar. Among jewelry, a platinum and diamond brooch, the American eagle form weathervane, a set of Gorham sterling silver flatware in the Melrose pattern, and many others are popular pieces. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Gray’s auctioneers.
John Moran Auctions presents its finest finds in the upcoming Studio Furniture & Decorative Arts auctions. The perfectly finished Yamaha baby grand piano is the highlight of the auction. Yamaha baby Grands are an affordable range of pianos which, although grand, can easily fit in small spaces. The auction also brings a mesmerizing treat for all the car enthusiasts. The dominant and luxurious black beauty, a four-door Cadillac Sedan (1955), and an upscale version of Buick Century Sedan (1941), called Torpedo” are the auto-highlights of the auction.
Persian rugs are popular for their design patterns, soft wool and the unique craftsmanship. The crimson Kazvin rug is a rare collectible among the Persian rugs. The floral design embossed English sterling silver centerpiece bowl by silversmith Henry Wigfull and other silverware will also form a part of the auction. The auction will host an assorted collection of fine furnishings, décor, Asian works of art, tableware, vehicles, and many more collectibles. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on John Moran Auctions.
Witness the vibrant display of fine arts by popular artists in the upcoming Fine Art Summer Selections Auction by Hindman. The Genesis titled painting by Mexican artist Leonard Nierman is the featured collectible of the auction. Leonard’s paintings are inspired by natural events like volcanic eruptions, storms,and even waterfalls. The use of bright colors for depicting natural phenomenon is the signature style of the artist.
The Fan, Spin, Box, oil on canvas by Paul Yanko is another interesting painting. The distinctive characteristic of Yanko’s paintings is their visual effect, use of bright colors and abstract lines. Almost every painting by Yanko is a colorful vision of triangles and other geometric figures painted in hues of bold colors. From the comprehensive list of painting a few notable pieces include the To Mouthpiece – a 1963 watercolor and ink on paper by famous action painter Norman Bluhm, The Mosquito Trail, Rocky Mountains of Colorado, 1875 chromolithograph by Thomas Moran, and the Wyoming Landscape oil on board by Frank Tenney Johnson.
Bronze statues from the 1996 Time Square Series by Zhou Brothers are the prime collectible from the auction. The bronze statues can be witnessed in different parts of the world on a larger scale. Their collaborative art portrays the harmony of the western and the eastern world through various aspects of arts, philosophy, and ideas. The auction will host many such paintings, still life paintings, sculptures, landscapes, and many other fine art collectibles. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Bidsquare.
In browsing the catalog of Solomon Treasure’s upcoming sale, you might be surprised to find the figure of Michael Jackson presented alongside Emperor Maximilian I. An unusual collision exists between the ancient and the modern in this buy-now sale, with commonality in the quality and rarity of every piece. The Summer Fine Antique Sale also boasts no buyer’s premiums and prices ranging from $500 to $275,000.
The dominant style of this sale is French ormolu, with the iconic gilded finish connecting vitrines to vases. Each piece bears its own story and history showcased alongside its visual appeal. A French jewelry box and accompanying table display miniatures of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI; the only other known example of this set was purchased by the Shah of Iran. A deeply elaborate Chinese coral sculpture depicts swirling trees and pensive scholars, all presented in a vividly scarlet shade.
The opportunity this auction presents is truly unparalleled. Antique collectibles can be purchased outright alongside modern artworks, including sterling silver animal sculptures from Gianmaria Buccellati. View the full catalog to buy these pieces and many more on Bidsquare.
The Late Summer Estate Auction, offered by Ahlers & Ogletree, consists primarily of period antiques, fine art, and Asian decorative arts. A painting by Hendrick Mommers titled “Southern Landscape with Shepherdesses and Vegetable Sellers” is among the most valuable pieces up for sale. Mommers was a Dutch golden age landscape painter known for his vegetable market scenes, this painting being a prime example. He was a member of the Haarlem Guild of Saint Luke, an almost mythical painter’s guild in Haarlem, which was first mentioned circa 1496. All official records of the organization have been lost.
Another work by a well-known, highly-valued artist is Plate 11 from the “Poemes” series (1968) by Marc Chagall (signed by the artist and numbered 13/26). Chagall was a Russian-French artist of Belarusian Jewish origin and an early modernist. His work is associated with several major artistic styles, and he immersed himself in virtually every artistic format of his time, including art prints, tapestries, ceramics, stage sets, stained glass, book illustrations, and paintings. His reputation was divided between that of a pioneer of modernism and a major Jewish artist. Though, Chagall saw his work not as “the dream of one people but of all humanity.” Herewith you will find one such dream.
Of the more unusual lots up for bid is a rare sterling silver “Jolly Roger” skull clock with quartz movement by Corum (Swiss). The clock was made as a limited edition (number 10 of 10) in South America, and is marked “Corum 925” underneath. The skull lifts to reveal the clock face, which is centered on a spider in its web, and the face is encircled by a silver serpent. The spider’s position indicates the alarm setting, which is adjusted with the crown on the right. A second crown on the left sets the time. Corum is renowned for their quality and innovative watchmaking, and the company releases specially crafted limited editions known as “World Premiers” on an annual basis. One striking item of note about this clock is that its original retail price was $12,850, and similar limited Corum items have sold well above the estimated sale price of $2,000-$4,000. View any of these lots and register to bid at Ahlers & Ogletree.
Carefully crafted paintings or sculptures bring their subjects to life. Emotional and captivating, fine art draws the viewer into its scenery – its history – to tell its own unique story. Mexico City-based auction house Morton Subastas offers many of these captivating stories in their upcoming auction, Subasta de Antiguedades.
The available lots from Mexico, Ireland, China and more demonstrate how many different cultures express their shared appreciation for artistic beauty. Interested collectors will be drawn in by the golden brown and beige tones of the port of Antwerp from Irish artist Joseph Francis Ellis or the evening reds and oranges contrasted against shadowy blue hues in Mexican artist August Lohr’s 1893 painting of a mountainous landscape.
In contrast to the many paintings and drawings are several figures, statues, and busts. Particularly personable are two Hispanic-Chinese ivory carvings from the 18th century. Both “Head of the Virgin” and “Pair of Hands” feature painted details that bring both pieces to life. Also included are several 20th-century ivory tusks with intricately carved images.
Not to be overlooked in this auction are the many silver platters, flatware sets, and other kitchen accouterments, as well as the many pieces of fine furniture. Those interested in this auction can view the entire selection and register to bid on Bidsquare today.
