The upcoming Late Summer Auction sale at Rafael Osona Auctions will feature an oil on canvas painting by Modernist artist Julian Taylor. The offered painting evokes a sense of nostalgia, allowing the viewer a sense of familiarity with the winter snow, the countryside, and the city and village roofs. A specialist in acrylics, the artist’s favored theme of harbors, vintage rigging, towing, lighthouses, and piers is executed with precision and sharpness. Throughout his work, Taylor represents the tradition of figurative painting, creating a lyrical and poetic world of images in order to elevate people’s real-life experiences. Titled The Lowest Tide, the offered painting depicts boats, figures, and a VW panel van by the beach, with the artist’s signature on the lower right.
Another lot of interest in this sale is an oval open Nantucket basket by Arthur R. Martin. During his time in Massachusetts state prisons, A.R. Martin gained experience crafting Nantucket baskets. In order to make bases and handles, he collected wood from the grounds. It was during his time in prison that he began selling them, and it continued in Turner Falls, Massachusetts after he was released. Nantucket Lightship Basket Museum recognized Martin for his innovative oversize baskets. The available lot is inscribed ARM Arthur R. Martin on its base. Also available is a pair of curved benches, a ship’s wheel and bell table with antique inlay, and a Sarouk scatter rug. Find the complete catalog and register to bid in the Late Summer Auction event by visiting Rafael Osona Auctions.
Sapphire gemstones have been historically coveted for their rarity and royalty in different cultures around the world. The ancient Persians attributed the blue color of the sky to what they believed was a gigantic sapphire. During the early 10th century in France, producing azure color was very exclusive and costly. Hence, under the reign of the Capetian dynasty, it became a symbol of aristocracy and was associated with kings, queens, and nobles. The upcoming Gallery 63 sale will feature a sapphire and D color diamond bracelet set in platinum. The three-row piece is stamped ‘Tiffany’ on the reverse. Diamonds make for an eye-catching combination with the blue gemstone as the two complement and contrast each other.
An 18-karat rose gold Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 watch also leads the catalog. With automatic exhibition and glass back, the piece is accompanied by a wooden box. Another noteworthy watch is an 18-karat Datejust Pearlmaster from Rolex. It’s an all-factory original timepiece featuring Roman diamond paved dial, striking rainbow baguette bezel, and an original diamond band. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Jewels and Rare Timepieces sale, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
During the late 19th century, the demand for Navajo rugs rose due to the migration of settlers. As the trade took off in a major way, Anglo merchants urged weavers to incorporate Yei figures in their designs. Despite the traditional belief of “risking the wrath of the gods,” the imagery gained popularity as it fetched good prices. A large Native American handspun wool Yei rug from circa 1920 is a key highlight of the upcoming auction from Austin Auction Gallery. The design depicts Yei figures, the spirit deities of the Navajo people. Although Yei rugs were initially woven for use on the floor, they were also used as wall hangings and adornment for furniture.
Two Italian Art Deco leather pieces by Casa Moderna are furniture lots of interest in this sale. One is a sideboard, and the other is a bar cabinet. Both are styled with embossed leather front and pictorial carved sides with the bodies rising on stretcher-joined bridge feet. Another Art Deco-style furniture piece is a pair of French leather club chairs. The 20th-century armchairs feature rounded back and removable seat cushions with block legs. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming August Fine Estates Auction – Day 1, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
John Constable is considered one of the most influential English painters of the early 19th century. Associated with the Romantic movement, his works often portrayed trees, skies, and the English countryside. The upcoming auction, offered by 500 Gallery, will feature a noteworthy painting attributed to Constable. Blackberry Paysage features his characteristic landscape portrait presented in an elaborate frame.
An Abstract Expressionist composition credited to Sam Francis also leads the listings. One of the most promising Abstract Expressionists of the 20th century, Francis took inspiration from fellow painters Clyfford Still and Jackson Pollock. The American artist was known for creating works by incorporating elements from Color Field painting, Abstract Expressionism, Impressionism, and Eastern philosophy. The framed artwork is signed and dated 1953. Other noteworthy lots include a zinc etching plate attributed to Pablo Picasso, artwork attributed to Vincent van Gogh, and an African tribal Dogon equestrian sculpture. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on the Artistic Journey: From Fine to Affordable sale and browse other online auctions.
Ellsworth Kelly appreciated the curves of the human body. He wanted certain parts of his sculptures to be more voluptuous than others because that is how bodies are created, according to the artist. A bronze and marble sculpture by Kelly is leading the Art & Rug Showcase: No Reserve Auction, presented by 1stbid. Ellsworth Kelly (1923 – 2015) was an American painter, sculptor, and printmaker. Before he became an artist, he was a war veteran. He served in the military during World War II alongside other artists and designers to create The Ghost Army. They created and used inflatable tanks, trucks, and other elements of subterfuge to mislead the German force. His experience with military camouflage became part of his basic art training. His artworks are associated with Minimalist art, hard-edge painting, and color-field painting. His works demonstrate unassuming techniques emphasizing lines, bright colors, and voluptuous forms.
Alberto Giacometti was among the most important sculptors of the 20th century. The eldest of four children, Giacometti (1901 – 1966) was a descendant of Protestant refugees escaping the Italian Inquisition by the Roman Catholic Church. Giacometti was raised in Switzerland in an artistic environment where his interest in art flourished from an early age. He began sculpting human figures influenced by artistic styles such as Cubism and Surrealism. His sculptures began depicting his self-perceived inability, his questions about human conditions in a very existential manner, and his analysis of figurative compositions. Giacometti wrote how he looked back at the Realist, Classical busts of his youth with nostalgia. The rough, eroded, heavily worked surfaces of his sculptures, reduced to their core, evoke lone trees in winter that have lost their foliage. An Alberto Giacometti bronze sculpture of a Pope-like figure is another notable lot in the sale. Collections can also find an antique Mohtasham Kashan rug in the catalog. View the complete Art & Rug Showcase: No Reserve Auction, browse other online auctions, and register to bid by visiting Bidsquare.
The upcoming Jewelry, Luxury Handbags & Accessories, Sterling Silver, Coins & Currency auction from Alex Cooper Auctioneers will particularly highlight fine contemporary and antique jewelry. This includes a CC-logo heart pendant necklace from Chanel. With its brilliant designs, the iconic Maison revolutionized fashion throughout the decades by promoting feminine elegance in a new way. Today, Chanel necklaces continue the legacy of that inimitable glamour. The available necklace features Chanel’s signature interlocking CC logo on a heart-shaped pendant and is made of nickel-free stainless steel with a silver tone. The piece features a cable-link chain and a spring ring clasp with a tag bearing the maker’s mark.
Collectors of luxury timepieces can consider a Rolex 18-karat gold Oyster Perpetual DateJust watch from the 1980s. The Rolex DateJust was the world’s first wristwatch to have an automatic date mechanism when it was introduced in 1945. “Just” refers to the advancement of the date precisely at midnight. A central second hand was also provided with the Datejust, as opposed to the subsidiary second hands that were typical at the time. The available timepiece features a black dial with diamond hour markers and a fluted bezel. The watch comes with a black lizard strap and 18-karat gold Rolex buckle and is accompanied by certification papers. Find the complete catalog for the Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Coins & Currency, Fashion & Accessories, Militaria sale and register to bid by visiting Alex Cooper Auctioneers’ website.
The upcoming Estate Jewelry, Fine Art, & Collectibles sale, presented by Kodner Galleries, offers a collection of prized collectibles, jewelry, and art pieces. A marquise-cut diamond weighing 4.01 carats is leading this upcoming auction. The central diamond is set in a platinum engagement ring and complimented by two tapered baguette-cut diamonds on either side. The central diamond has a GIA report stating it has F color and VVS2 clarity. The diamond looks flawless and has excellent polish. Another notable lot is a diamond and 18-karat white gold engagement ring. The central diamond is an oval-brilliant cut, weighs 11.03 carats, and has SI2 clarity.
Also available at the event is an Italian Piranesi diamond and 18-karat white gold necklace which comes with a detachable pendant. Several pieces of fine art will be available as well, including a painting by Vũ Cao Đàm titled Girl Picking Flowers. Vietnamese painter Vũ Cao Đàm (1908 – 2000) studied at École des Beaux-Arts of Hanoi and first exhibited in 1931. Collectors can also consider a Rolex Pearlmaster 18-karat gold watch, a vintage Buccellati diamond suite, and a Reed & Barton star pattern silver flatware set designed by John Prip. Visit Bidsquare to find more information on this Estate Jewelry, Fine Art, & Collectibles sale and browse other online auctions.
Renowned for his optical and kinetic art, Yaacov Agam is an Israeli sculptor and experimental artist who studied in Jerusalem and Zurich. Through his exploration of geometric shapes, Agam introduced abstraction to Israeli art. Born in a devout Jewish family, he chose imagery that was deeply influenced by his religious background. The upcoming sale from Robinhood Auctions will feature one such artwork by Agam. Titled The Yaacov Agam Megillah (Scroll of Esther), it is a serigraph on parchment framed in a plexi case with handles. With abstract geometric forms, it achieves a “Relief Rhythm” that engages the viewer in varied possible compositions. The work is in constant motion as the compositions transform with movement of the viewers or change in their viewing position. The Kosher text is handwritten by a sofer.
Another noteworthy artwork in the sale is Yertle the Turtle, an original drawing on paper by Theodor Seuss Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss. The illustration depicts one of his famous characters from the eponymous picture book that criticizes Adolf Hitler and authoritarianism. Dr. Seuss was a well-known American children’s author and cartoonist with acclaimed books to his credit. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Contemporary Art Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
The latest auction from Bid Global International Auctioneers will bring over 350 lots of diamonds to the auction block. Leading the sale is a 1.53-carat pear cut diamond. This Type IIb stone has a fancy gray-blue color and Internally Flawless (IF) clarity. It has been graded by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Type IIb stones are considered very rare in nature and are semiconductors. They contain trace amounts of boron, giving them a blue-gray color. Another highlight is a round-cut diamond weighing 12.38 carats. It is graded with G color and SI1 clarity.
A variety of other diamond cuts are represented in the upcoming Bid Global auction, including round cuts, princess cuts, cushion cuts, and more. Notable among these is a pair of emerald-cut diamonds with a combined total carat weight of 10.03. Each with E color and VS1 clarity, these diamonds are customizable to brooches, pendants, rings, bracelets, bangles, necklaces, or earrings. To browse other diamond lots, register to bid in the 100% Natural Diamonds From Mine To Market | Day 2 event, and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare.
The upcoming gold auction from Western Trading Post will feature a broad selection of gold bars, collectibles, jewelry, and more. Leading the auction is a fine gold bar weighing 32.15 troy ounces, or one kilogram. It comes to auction with a Royal Canadian Mint certificate of assay indicating that the bar has 99.9% purity. The bar was produced by Johnson Matthey SLC, a British company known for its history in precious metals refining and manufacturing. Another notable gold bar in the sale is a ten-ounce pure gold example from Valcombi Suisse, a Switzerland-based precious metal refinery. It comes to auction in an original Valcombi case.
Beyond gold bars, the auction presents a selection of 1978 Krugerrand coins from South Africa, including one coin set in a necklace for easy display. The necklace features a 14-karat gold rope setting, chain, and finishings. Another notable coin pendant in the auction is a half-ounce gold panda coin pendant from the People’s Republic of China. The coin was introduced in 1982, depicting a panda on the front. Bidders can also consider a 14-karat gold, diamond, and opal bangle bracelet with a central Tanzanite stone, as well as a Georgian mourning brooch from the Victorian era. Visit Western Trading Post’s website to find more information on the August 22nd – Go For the Gold! auction and register to bid.
