An extensive list of selected collectibles by Freeman is offered at the Collector’s Sale. And the chosen name Collector’s is especially because it’s affordability. The Fine Minguren IV table by Mira Nakashima and the Claude Conover “Tzutz” Vessel of Circa 1960 are few of the top bids from the auction. “Monk knocking on the door”, ink on paper by Wu Shanming, 1996, “On The Thames, Pangbourne” oil on canvas by Ernest Parton, “Two Nudes In Landscape” oil on paper by Louis Michel Elshemius and many others are among the popular paintings of the auction. Antique Brass figurines, furniture, porcelain ware, silverware, vases, carpets, and many collectibles will form a part of the spectacular display. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Freeman’s.
Indigenous artifacts are difficult to categorize, as they represent hundreds of different, independent cultures all over the world. However, they do share some common characteristics in their distance from post-colonialism and their influential relationships with their land—these are the common threads that Skinner gathers in the upcoming Tribal Art Online auction. It showcases everything from woven textiles to household items, pottery to jewelry. An extraordinary collection of Frank Rinehart’s Native American Indian photographs is this auction’s standout, with 24 detailed portraits from the late 19th century. Several unusual pieces also catch the eye, including a pair of Eskimo snow goggles and an elaborate tooth necklace from the Mande people in West Africa. View the complete catalog and place online bids on Skinner.
This summer, Litchfield County Auctions is holding a fine art, furniture and decoration auction. Included in the selection of over 700 pieces, lies fine antiques as well as contemporary items, with an array of sculptures and carvings, porcelains, paintings and variety more. Contemporary artist, Ellen Adler was very fond of playing with arrangements of everyday objects that depict a variety of emotions. One of the cherished pieces, amidst the lots, is an antique water urn engraved “General Washington”, dated 1788. Other treasures in the auction include Sino-Tibetan Buddha Dhyana mudra, Porcelain Covered Temple Jars, and Porcelain Hand Painted Pitcher. View the catalog on Bidsquare
The transformation of an object into an icon is an almost undetectable process, and is often best realized in retrospect. The Kinks led the way in the rock British Invasion, and lead singer Dave Davies’ 1958 Gibson Flying V electric guitar have since become such an icon. Presented in the upcoming Vintage Guitars & Musical Instruments Signature Auction offered by Heritage, are over 150 classic guitars of all styles and eras. Electric guitars dominate the auction; highlights include a 1954 Fender Stratocaster sunburst and a whimsical Paul Reed Smith guitar designed for Dan Spitz of Anthrax. The headlining Kinks guitar shines but does not overpower the other interesting and affordable lots in this auction. Explore the available guitars and register to bid on Heritage.
This Stair auction is a collection of private New York City art dealer and philanthropist Elaine Graham Weitzen (1920-2017). Mrs. Weitzen was founding Executive Director and a lifelong trustee of the Board of the American Friends of the Israel Museum. She worked closely with the museum to create the Billy Rose Sculpture Garden. Reflecting her work with the Museum, many of pieces in this collection are by Israeli artists such as Yehiel Shemi, Yaacov Wexler, and Yaacov Agam. One unusual and valuable piece in this collection is a sculpture by Joe Andoe, who is primarily known for his paintings, titled “My Ideal Birdbath.” Among the many works on paper are several by John MacWhinnie, one of which is estimated to be the most valuable in the auction of the artist Willem de Kooning standing in his studio among his own paintings. MacWhinnie is known for his paintings of other artists, and de Kooning was both a subject and friend. See all available items and register to bid at Stair.
Copley Fine Art Auctions will host their annual Sporting Sale, a treasure trove of wildfowling depictions and memorabilia. Harkening back to a golden era of waterfowl hunting, the auction features oil paintings and sculptures that are astounding in their realism.
Depicting crisp autumnal days and snow-covered woods, the fine art portion places the viewer in the heart of the sporting action and gives context to the over 400 carved and cast birds in the auction. These birds include decoys, or wooden birds used in sport to lure waterfowl. Over time, due to their scarcity and a new-found appreciation for their fine artistry, decoys have become highly collectible pieces of decorative art, and the ones included here are world-class examples.
With its superb brushstrokes, the Harmon turned-head plover by A. Elmer Crowell is believed to be the finest shorebird of its kind. A Harmon feeding plover also by A. Elmer Crowell is regarded as one of the top two feeders in the world, with a similar example setting the world record for any shorebird decoy.
Also included are a third plover, an Earnest-Purnell drake, a Safford goose, and a Combs pintail decoy, among many others. An exquisite Edmund H. Osthaus hunting dog oil painting is present as are works by Lemuel T. Ward, Arthur Burdett Frost, Ogden M. Pleissner, and Aiden Lassell Ripley. Rounding out the collection are several handsome sculptures as well as canes and other collectibles. For bidding registration and to view the complete catalogue, go to Bidsquare.
A much-awaited collection, consisting of the finest finds by DuMouchelles are to be presented at the Fine Arts, Furniture & Collectibles auction. A variety of fine art paintings will be hosted, among which the “Orientalist” by Fortuny claims the highest bid. Jewelry of different kinds dominate the auction with some attractive fine works, like the stunning ruby and diamond studded white gold ring and the bold and beautiful pink sapphire gold ring. Rare collections on display include coins and rugs belonging to different provenance and furniture like the wood & glass cabinet by Union National Chinoiserie and the Mahogany dining room set by Limberts. The auction will host many antiques like silverware, vases, vintage telephone sets, glass and porcelain ware, bronze sculptures, terracotta items and more. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on DuMouchelles.
Skinner’s latest auction offers 230 lots of early manuscripts with significance to art, religion, philosophy, literature, and other disciplines. Among the lots with the highest estimated value is a copy of the Bible in Latin from 1479. Printed by notable German publisher Anton Koberger, this Bible features gothic type, accented with red and blue. Also represented in this auction is Koberger’s godson, Albrecht Dürer. Dürer, known primarily for his printmaking and painting, is included in this auction with his studies on the geometry of the human body. The book contains woodcuts by Dürer bound with black calf. The auction house notes some spotting and tears to this manuscript.
Several versions of the Book of Hours are also among the noticeable pieces in this auction. That includes a Latin version of the Book of Hours made in Florence in 1508. The text is illustrated with three full-page depictions of the Annunciation to the Virgin, David praying to God, and the raising of Lazarus. Register to bid online and view each lot on Bidsquare.
The Premier Auction, offered by Brunk Auctions, is primarily a collection of both decorative and fine art focusing on American and Native American culture. Among the pieces with the highest estimated value is a photograph by Edward Curtis. Curtis was considered an expert on Native American culture, and, realizing that their way of life was being destroyed, sought to record their history through writing, photography, and other art forms. Also capturing a time in early American history in this auction is James Peale’s miniature painting of Governor Samuel Johnston. Johnston was the Governor of North Carolina and also represented the state in the Continental Congress and the United States Senate. The miniature portrait is depicted in watercolor on ivory with a red leather case. Although most pieces in this auction are visual art, a notable exception is a copy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Tales of the Jazz Age. It is a first edition copy from 1922 with a signature by Fitzgerald himself. View any of these lots and register to bid on Bidsquare.
In the upcoming Fine Jewelry & Watches Auction offered by Hampton Estate Auction, fine accessories are available, including brooches, earrings, and bracelets. A rose gold diamond bracelet from Cartier is a notable lot. It is elegant yet understated and comes complete with a matching screwdriver to adjust the size as needed.
Another standout is a Tiffany & Co. diamond and 18-karat gold brooch. It is designed to resemble a flaming star. Lots from Van Cleef & Arpels, Masriera, and many other major designers are also included in this sale. With categories ranging from earrings to antique enamel work to chronograph watches, this auction will have something for many different collectors. To view the complete catalog and register for online bidding, visit Bidsquare.
