The upcoming Peace Through Jewelry Sale from WinBids Auctions will present a vast array of jewelry pieces. Among the top lots of this event is a GIA-certified Cartier bracelet in 18-karat gold and diamonds. This bracelet is from the iconic Maillon Panthère collection and features a playful chain-link design that reflects Cartier’s heritage as a luxurious jewelry brand. An elegant French pavé setting showcases round brilliant-cut diamonds with VVS1 clarity. Also notable is a gold ring with a sapphire and diamonds appraised by the IGI. This 18-karat white gold ring has a natural cabochon sapphire in the center, measuring about 3.70 carats, and is accented with approximately 0.80 carats of diamonds.
A pair of diamond earrings graded by the GIA will be offered as well. The diamonds with VVS to VS2 clarity weigh a total of 1.18 carats and are set in 18-karat yellow gold. Additional jewelry items of interest in the catalog include a 14-karat gold and diamond jade pendant, a pair of platinum earrings with 14.25-carat diamonds, and an 18-karat yellow gold bracelet from Carolina Bucci. The event is an effort to highlight the importance of peace in a turbulent world. This auction will benefit the Red Cross, which has been providing wartime and crisis relief support for decades. To view the complete catalog for this Peace Through Jewelry Sale and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
A marquise-cut diamond weighing 6.01 carats is a key highlight of the upcoming auction presented by Alex Cooper Auctioneers. The center stone is set in a platinum ring and complimented by two tapered baguettes on the side. According to the auction catalog, the diamond has a color grade of F to G and SI clarity. Another leading lot is an emerald-cut diamond and platinum ring. The central diamond weighs 6.77 carats and comes with a GIA report stating it has M color and VS1 clarity.
Several luxury bags and accessories are available, including a vintage Chanel handbag with a maxi jumbo XL flap. This black quilted leather vintage bag has gold-tone hardware and is supported by dual classic chain leather shoulder straps. A range of silverware is available as well. Particularly highlighted is a Reed & Barton sterling silver “la Parisienne” flatware set. The 167-piece set includes forks, knives, and spoons with assorted monograms and inscriptions. A Louis Vuitton monogram Mahina XL, a Christian Louboutin small spiked chain bowl bag, and a pair of Roberto Coin hoop earrings are other notable lots. Visit Alex Cooper Auctioneers to view the complete Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Coins & Bullion, Fashion & Accessories auction catalog and to place a bid.
Nearly 350 loose investment diamonds will soon come to auction with Bid Global International Auctioneers LLC. Leading this “Crème de la Crème” Investment GIA Diamonds event is a 20.03-carat heart-cut diamond. This Type IIa stone has D color and VS1 clarity. With no measurable nitrogen or boron impurities, Type IIa diamonds are considered the most “pure” type of diamonds. Like each lot in this sale, this heart-cut gem has been graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and has been appraised by the Accredited Geological Institute (AGI). Another significant lot in the sale with a high carat weight is a square emerald-cut diamond with I color and VS1 clarity. It weighs 22.88 carats.
A range of carat weights and diamond cuts are represented in this catalog. Bidders can consider a 10.33-carat Type IIa emerald-cut diamond with D color and VVS1 clarity. This style features long lines and a shallower depth, allowing diamonds of all sizes to shine. Paired diamonds are also available in the upcoming auction, including a set of two round-cut diamonds with a total carat weight of 10.02 and two pear-cut diamonds weighing a total of 6.11 carats. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete “Crème de la Crème” Investment GIA Diamonds auction catalog and find other online auctions.
The latest Kansas City Collections: Art, Antiques, & Jewelry sale from Circle Auction will offer over 150 lots of fine art pieces by the likes of Thomas Hart Benton, William Franklin Jackson, and more. Leading the sale is a lithograph of Thomas Hart Benton’s Sorghum Mill from 1969. An American painter and muralist, Thomas Hart Benton was a key figure of the Regionalist art movement of the 1930s. A common theme in his paintings is the depiction of the everyday activities of ordinary people. Portraits, landscapes, and people working in factories, farms, and urban centers were among the subjects of his drawings and paintings. Throughout Benton’s murals, a vibrant representation of American life in the early days of the country is depicted. An everyday rural scene is depicted in this matted lithograph.
Another lot of interest in this sale is an oil painting by William Franklin Jackson titled Coast Near San Francisco. A talented painter from California, Jackson was best known for his paintings of poppy fields. He incorporated Impressionist elements into his paintings to evoke the vibrant spring wildflowers, such as poppies and lupins, that carpeted California hillsides in the spring. The available oil on canvas piece is inscribed “W. F. Jackson” at the bottom left and titled on the back. Visit Bidsquare to view the Kansas City Collections: Art, Antiques, & Jewelry sale and browse other online auctions.
Unlike regular clocks in the 1700s and later, astronomical regulators were known to be accurate time-keeping devices with precise finishing. Few companies made such clocks designed mainly for scientific observations. One such firm was E. Howard and Company of Boston, reputed for its quality clocks, regulators, watches, and scales since 1842. Howard’s No. 61 standing astronomical regulator is currently up for bid in the upcoming auction at Schmitt Horan & Co. This particular clock has a silvered dial that indicates hours, minutes, and seconds. It is enclosed in a walnut case with burl walnut details and bold moldings. Other features include a pendulum rod, four mercury vials, door key, and two pulleys.
Several other antique clocks and regulators are also on offer, including a rare and important Sun-Star Chronometer aviator’s navigational watch. This watch was designed by Ulysse Nardin, LeLocle, for the Batori Computer Co. Inc., New York. Beyond these, the sale will also feature wristwatches such as a heavy 18-karat gold wristwatch by Philippe Charriol, an Omega speedmaster racing wrist chronograph and a Patek Philippe wristwatch with curb link bracelet. There are also 19th- and 20th-century mantel clocks and skeleton clocks. View the complete catalog for this Live Auction of Saturday, October 28th, 2023 and find other online auctions on Bidsquare.
Leading the upcoming Editions & Works on Paper sale from Phillips is a B. J. O. Nordfeldt white-line woodcut print titled Wash Day. A painter and printmaker, Nordfeldt translated portraits, landscapes, and still lifes into striking visual compositions with his energetic and direct brushwork. In addition to Fauvist and Expressionist paintings, the artist was influenced by woodblock prints from Japan and his time living in New Mexico. He painted Cézanne-like images of Native American dances as his first works in New Mexico. Other works by Nordfeldt, such as etchings, lithographs, and paintings, explored the rugged landscape of the Southwest. Bathers is another interesting white-line woodcut work by the artist offered in the auction.
Another lot of interest in this sale are two prints of Christo’s Wrapped Monument to Leonardo, Project for Piazza della Scala, Milan. Christo Vladimirov Javacheff and his creative partner, Jeanne-Claude, joined the New Realist movement that sought to depict ordinary life without exaggerating it. As a proponent of open-air wrapping and a believer in universal beauty, Christo created numerous large-scale works during his lifetime. Through their use of space, drapes, wrappings, and paint, the couple offered a fresh interpretation of landscapes in urban, rural, and maritime settings, creating a distinctive artistic style. Visit Phillips to view the complete Editions & Works on Paper auction catalog and to place a bid.
One old European-cut diamond ring is leading the upcoming Important Jewelry Auction, presented by Doyle. The central diamond weighs 5.09 carats. It is decorated on the side by two tapered baguette-cut diamonds. The central European-cut diamond has F color and VVS1 clarity, according to its GIA report. Another notable piece of jewelry in the sale is a Van Cleef & Arpels Kashmir sapphire ring. The central cushion-shaped sapphire weighs 3.04 carats. The ring also has 24 round diamonds weighing approximately 1.45 carats in the halo and the band. The sapphire is from Kashmir and has no indications of heating or treatment, verified by accompanying Gubelin report.
Another notable lot in the catalog is a ‘Violet’ clip brooch by René Boivin. It resembles a cluster of flowers with movable oval pink tourmalines, round rubies, and four leaves of round green garnets. It is signed by René Boivin, with maker’s mark and French assay marks. The gemstones are set in 18-karat gold. This brooch is from the Sharon Blaisedell Casdin collection. René Boivin (1864 – 1917) founded his namesake firm in Paris during the 1890s. Boivin is considered to have produced some of the most original and finely wrought jewels of the 20th century. What set the company’s jewelry apart was the use of colored stones and modern and sculptural designs. René’s wife Jeanne Boivin (1871 – 1959), as well as Suzanne Vuilereme, Juliette Moutarde, and Jeanne’s daughter, Germaine Boivin, produced some of the most well-known Boivin jewels. View the complete catalog of the Important Jewelry auction by visiting Doyle.
The upcoming Fall Modern & Contemporary Art sale, presented by Robinhood Auctions, will showcase a selection of fine art. One highlighted lot is Robert Wyland’s original sea life work titled Swimmers. It portrays two sea turtles diving deep into the ocean. The available lot is hand-signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity. American artist and conservationist Wyland is renowned for his paintings and sculptures of underwater sea life. Other artworks by Wyland, featuring an octopus, whales, dolphins, and related themes, will also go under the hammer.
The sale offers more than 900 pieces of fine art. One noteworthy lot is an oil painting by Pino Daeni, an Italian-American book illustrator and artist. Titled Melissa, this piece comes custom framed. Daeni, born Giuseppe Dangelico, is known for his portrayal of feminine, romantic women. One of the highest-paid book illustrators of his time, Daeni produced over 3,000 book covers, movie posters, and magazine illustrations during his career. Also available are artworks by Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, Charles Fazzino, and more. View the complete catalog for this Fall Modern & Contemporary Art sale and find other online auctions on Bidsquare.
Leading the upcoming late-October sale from Kodner Galleries is a 2006 Ford GTX1. This vehicle is a modified version of Ford’s GT mid-engine sports car. Designed to incorporate both a removable three-piece hardtop and a storable soft top, the Ford GTX1 aimed to make entering and exiting the sporty vehicle easier. Its shape and design recall the award-winning GT40 racing car produced during the 1960s. The available 2006 Ford GTX1 is one of approximately 38 vehicles to undergo the GTX1 modification. It was modified by Kip Ewing, Ford’s GT chief engineer. This vehicle comes to auction with 2,650 miles, a Ricardo six-speed manual transmission, and a metallic gray exterior color. Another notable vehicle offered in the upcoming auction is a 1969 Jaguar E-Type with a light blue exterior.
A selection of fine jewelry and watches is also available in this catalog. One notable lot in this section is a 14.30-carat yellow diamond and 18-karat white gold ring. The center emerald-cut stone is accented by two trilliant-cut diamonds. A GIA report is available with this lot. Collectors can also consider a selection of fine watches in this sale, including a Rolex GMT-Master II with a two-tone stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet. Rounding out the catalog is assorted teaware, porcelain, fine art, and decorative art. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete Russian Cloisonne Enamel Wares, Estate Jewelry & Collector Cars sale and find other online auctions.
Queen Victoria ruled the United Kingdom from 1837 to 1901. The period in which she reigned is now called the Victorian era. It witnessed changes in industry, society, fashion, and, of course, jewelry. Early Victorian or Romantic Period jewelry refers broadly to the British jewelry produced during this time. An Early Victorian brooch (circa 1830s – 1840s) comprised of a 14-karat gold and sterling silver frame is leading the upcoming October Thriller Auction, presented by Akiba Galleries. The Victorian brooch features a floral vine decorated with beaded pearl inserts and garnished with diamonds. The diamonds weigh approximately 3.5 carats. Other highlights include a GIA-certified Chinese vintage necklace featuring 43 mottled green round jadeite beads in a graduated single strand connected by a 14-karat yellow gold clasp (mid-20th century), as well as a Mughal period (circa 18th century), hand-stranded necklace. The latter item features cultured baroque pearls, citrine, and diamonds, decorated on the reverse with polychrome enamel set with 22-karat gold from North India.
Apart from vintage jewelry, the auction will offer over 600 lots of fine art, vintage bags, furniture, and more. An oil painting depicting a laughing police officer wearing headgear, signed along the bottom left “Yue Minjun” and dated “2005” is another noteworthy lot. The painting is attributed to Yue Minjun (Chinese, b. 1962). Among vintage collectibles is an Hermès Kelly 25 handbag in soft black leather with gold-tone hardware. It was designed with a single handle attached to the frontal flap and three interior slip pockets. The bag features the Hermès hallmark. Find more information and view the complete catalog of the October Thriller Auction on LiveAuctioneers.
