In 1988, the film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” combined live-action footage and animation to tell the story of a cartoon rabbit accused of murder. The film had adult themes unlike most of the wholesome, kid-centered animated movies at that time. One of the most iconic lines from the film comes from the voluptuous Jessica Rabbit: “I’m not bad. I’m just drawn that way.” 13 years before the first Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” reminded audiences that animation isn’t just children’s entertainment. Animated movies are art.
The Animation Art: Walt Disney’s Who Framed Roger Rabbit auction, offered by Stair Auctions, is another reminder of the craft of animation and the achievements of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?”. The auction’s 20 lots mostly present individual animation cells from the 1988 classic. This includes a three-cell collection of Roger Rabbit himself. The animated rabbit is now an iconic character whose legacy lives on in the Disneyland attraction Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin. Included, also, is a series of four cells featuring the seductive Jessica, Roger Rabbit’s wife. She was one of the first indications to movie-going audiences that “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” would not be an ordinary animated film. Those interested in any of these pieces can view them and register to bid on Bidsquare.
Abington Auction will be presenting their August 1st sale with over 200 lots all from local South Florida estates. Exhibited in this Summer Sale will be a wonderful fine arts selection, including a large signed oil on canvas of ‘Fleurs’ (flowers) by Vietnamese painter Le Pho and a painting, ‘Le Moulin de la Galette A Montmartre’, by the famous French painter Maurice Valadon Utrillo. Furniture lots include rarity like the demilune cactus table of molded frosted glass by the French designer Marc Lalique. Highlights of the auction are exquisite jewelry like the Nardi Blackamoor diamond and ebony brooch, as well as collectibles and decorative arts such as the Kathy Spaulding bronze sculpture of a mermaid sunning. Visit Bidsquare to view Abington Auction’s full catalog and to sign up to bid.
This August, North American Auction Company will present more than 450 curated vintage automobiles and firearms at Western Antique & Classic Car Sale. Estimated to achieve $150,000, the sale’s highlight will be a Battle of Little Bighorn. This revolver carries a tale of the most enthralling controversy in American history; the 120 years old tale of Lieutenant Custer. For any car enthusiasts with a particular elegant taste, the auction features limited pieces of vintage automobiles. Amidst the collection is a third-generation 1972 Chevy El Camino SS induced with well over 500 horsepower. To find out more about this sale that include Navajo jewelry and more collectibles, visit Bidsquare.
The printed word is one of the pivotal tools of humanity, an invention that has never ceased to describe, catalog, entertain, and record. To analyze history is to analyze the literature and ephemera that was left behind. Pook & Pook, Inc. makes its first foray into the realm of printed and handwritten material in the upcoming Online Only Books, Ephemera & Historical Prints auction.
However, this auction is not a mere homage to books or history. Rather, Pook & Pook embraces their Pennsylvania background and heritage, celebrating centuries of religiosity, political commentary, and pastoral life. The outstanding lot of this auction is an autograph album assembled by the family that founded the Lutheran Church of America. The many signatures, invitations, and receipts on those pages tell a story of business and intrigue, written in the hands of those who built a new, revolutionary nation.
Tucked in the folds of old newspapers, land deeds, and maps is a culture that formed America as we know it today. A signed check from founding father Aaron Burr is a relic not to be missed, while several Currier & Ives lithographs depict everything from the Confederate president being chased in a petticoat to America’s favorite pastime. View all 307 lots and visit Bidsquare to bid online.
It was 1858 when the concept of high fashion was even considered seriously, and the term “haute couture” did not come into use until 1908. In many ways, the following century has witnessed a luxury revolution, with dressmakers turning into designers and designers turning into idols. This fashion legacy is tastefully presented in Morton Subastas’ Online Only Vintage Couture Auction, running through the end of July 2019.
The Mexican auction house has created this collection to recognize the history of haute couture, as well as its impact on the way we view fashion today. Morton Subastas has chosen to focus on the designers that have stood the test of time, those names that roll off the tongue without thought: Valentino, Versace, Chanel, Christian Dior, Galanos. The very best of women’s fashion is presented in 20 hand-selected pieces.
An exquisite mink-lined coat rises to the top of this auction, lending an elegant and delicate air to the auction as a whole. Admirers of both fashion and art will appreciate a Valentino bullfight jacket intricately embroidered with sequins and tiny shells, as well as a fluttering velvet cocktail dress in an enigmatic night blue shade. Browse the full collection and register to bid on Bidsquare.
“Call me Ishmael,” begins Moby Dick, the classic American novel which captured the aura of Nantucket, Massachusetts as the whaling capital of the world in the 19th century. The storied history of the small New England island lives on today. Nantucket-based auction house Rafael Osona Auctions embraces their home’s rich history in the soon-to-be-offered Americana, Fine Art and Marine auction. New England maritime history prominently ties together the carved ivory walking sticks, intricate whale’s tooth etchings and colorfully detailed paintings of land and sea.
A scene of two whaling ships on choppy seas etched on a whale’s tooth by William Lewis Roderick highlights the upcoming auction. It is closely complemented by the serene reds, blues and purples of Ann Ramsdell Congdon’s painting “Old North Wharf.” Additionally, the journal of the whaling bark “Mermaid” of Westport, Massachusetts, describes the life and positioning of those upon a 19th century ship.
In addition to the large collection of maritime art and history are several pieces of fine furniture, like a masterfully upholstered mahogany and leather armchair, an 1815 red-stained pine shelf clock from Oliver Bracket, several wristwatches from Rolex and Omega, and much more. The Americana, Fine Art, and Marine auction offered by Rafael Osona is a true taste of New England craftsmanship for collectors of all experience levels. Register to bid on Bidsquare today!
Material Culture is here to offer treasures from the 18th and 20th centuries. Along with the Asian art and antique sale, Material Culture will present important tribal, folk, ethnographic and textile arts. This auction is led by an important textile art ever showcased in this catalog; Bolivian Aksu Textile which has always been a creative outlet for the Aymara and Quechua Indians in the South American Andes. Added to the collection, from the 19th century, is a bronze sculpture of flute playing Hindu deity Krishna. Amidst the 20th-century items are silver earrings from Himachal Pradesh commonly known as ‘Bali’, Indian folk-art pictorial tapestry, and fine handwoven ceremonial cloth from Bhutan. To find more about the lots, visit Material Culture.
At the Fantastic antique and art auction by Antique Place, you will find a wide variety of decorative art, fine art, Asian art and antiques, collectibles, furniture, and more. Featured is a beautiful bronze figurine called Danseuse Espagnole, of a lady with colorful attire that really pops. Made by Prof. Otto Poertzel, the figurine is mounted on a green onyx base and stands at 24 ½ inches. Another bronze figurine is of a lady with a parasol on her donkey and a man on his donkey heading in the opposite direction reaching over as if trying to speak to her. A Vienna enamel painted bronze sail vessel is also showcased. This elaborate piece depicts men and women in various positions on the side of the vessel, the top deck, and on the sail itself. The top deck also lifts off to reveal a compartment. There are paintings, clocks, doll furniture, and much more in the auction. Bids start at $5 with estimates up to $50,000. To view the entire collection, visit Invaluable today.
The High-End Timepieces, Rolex and High Jewelry auction, offered by Morton Subastas consists primarily of high end and fine watches. At the upper echelon of the fine pieces in this auction is the Corum TI-Bridge Tourbillon, a rose gold and diamond-encrusted timepiece that is expected to fetch well over a million dollars MXN.
Montres Corum Sàrl, commonly referred to as Corum, is a Swiss watchmaker based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Canton of Neuchâtel. They make high-quality, high-end watches, many of which are limited editions such as this one. A number of Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date pieces in a variety of styles are also available. The “perpetual” movement of these watches refers to their ability to run on the energy provided by the wearer’s wrist movement rather than manual winding and was invented by Rolex in 1931. Besides watches there are also several pieces of fine jewelry at auction, including a diamond and platinum “eternity ring.” Diamonds circle the entire circumference of the band and total approximately 6.07 carats. View all of these lots and register to bid on Morton Subastas.
The Online Only Decorative Arts auction, presented by Pook & Pook is a series of over 800 lots with fine art, decorative art, and furniture representing Americana. The term Americana applies to objects that represent the comforting, romanticized history of America; think apple pie, baseball, and American flags flying. Although super-stylized, Americana still represents an important aspect of American culture and is often entertaining in its execution.
Among the most eye-catching lots, is a patriotic eagle quilt that features the Great Seal of the United States and four interlocking American flags. Also available is an owl decoy from the early 20th century. Decoys like this owl are used to scare away pigeons and other pests. Pook & Pook notes that this owl has minor wear to its ears. The lots with the highest estimated value include a jar created by Harrison McIntosh and a Civil War-era case of dental tools. The dental tool case was owned by Dr. Darlington Lewis, a dentist in Milford, Delaware. A handwritten note and business card included in the case indicate he started dentistry in 1859.
With starting bids ranging from $10 to $750, this auction has pieces approachable to both beginning and seasoned collectors. You can view each of these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
