Born in Rockport, Massachusetts, William Lester Stevens was an illustrious Impressionist painter. He lived in the seaside town for several years and moved to Conway later. Stevens studied painting initially with Parker Perkins and went on to become a celebrated artist by winning numerous awards. Being the son of a landscape gardener, nature was an important subject in his works. An oil on canvas by Stevens is a key highlight of the upcoming sale from Peterborough Auctions. Titled Summer Farmyard, Conway Massachusetts, it is marked by use of bright colors and patches of heavy impasto. Charles Henry Chapin’s Lake George is another noteworthy landscape oil on canvas. His nature paintings are best known for their dramatic effect, which was characteristic of the 19th-century art.
Elijah Pierce’s folk art sculpture, titled Rhino and Dino, also leads the listings. It depicts a three-horned gray rhinoceros on a green base and a natural wooden-crafted dinosaur. While the rhino is carved with a rhinestone inset eyes, the dinosaur has a pair of faux pearl eyes. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Art, Jewelry and Antiques auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
American artist Maynard Dixon specialized in Cubist-Realism and Post-Impressionist styles. Largely a self-taught artist, Dixon was born in 1875 in Fresno, CA. He began drawing by age seven and his first sketches depicted Western landscapes. Farmyard and Cottonwood, an oil on canvas with an original Maynard Dixon frame, leads the upcoming sale from Mark Sublette Medicine Man Gallery. This illustration was rendered by Dixon in 1941. The composition is characterized by bright colors and quick dabs of paint onto the canvas. Olla Carriers Returning from Well, an artwork from another American artist, O. E. Berninghaus, also leads the catalog. Berninghaus’ paintings often featured Native Americans, the American Southwest, and New Mexico.
American painter Ed Mell’s oil on linen work, Storm Strike, is another noteworthy lot. Seven important Navajo weavings are listed as well. View the complete Annual Fine Art Auction and Navajo Rug Benefit Sale, Maynard Dixon, Mark Maggiori, Ed… catalog, and browse other online auctions by visiting Bidsquare.
This year’s much-anticipated Coeur d’Alene Art Auction will take place on July 15, 2023 and bring over 300 works of fine art to the market. Attendees of the Reno, NV event can consider fresh-to-the-market pieces and a selection of major works by Thomas Moran, Henry Farny, and Maynard Dixon. Leading the catalog is a 1920 painting by Dixon titled The Pony Boy. The artist completed this work while on a sponsored trip to Glacier National Park and the Blackfeet Reservation in Montana. Dixon spent several months among the Blackfeet people, taking photographs and sketches that he later developed into paintings. With The Pony Boy, Dixon departed from his usual impressionistic style to embrace greater realism and clean colors. The painting was part of the artist’s effort to reckon with Modernism and the changing times after World War I.
Thomas Moran’s The Rock of Acoma, New Mexico from 1902 is also on offer. A vibrant watercolor on paper, the work has remained in private hands and beyond public view for decades. Joseph Henry Sharp’s The Young Chief come to auction for the first time in this sale. This 1905 oil painting depicts a tender family scene as viewed from the artist’s studio. Additional works in the catalog include major paintings by Edgar Payne, Eanger Irving Couse, and a more contemporary depiction of a treaty signing by Howard Terpning, from 2008. View the complete Fine Western & American Art auction catalog and browse other online auctions by visiting Bidsquare.
Pedestal tables for dining first appeared at the end of the 18th century. These marked a departure from the traditional long tables to more intimately fashioned pieces standing on a single or twin pedestal bases. Since the pedestals were designed in the center of the table, they were quite comfortable, as the legs did not get in the way of chairs. A Stephen Swift figured double pedestal dining table with eight armchairs is a key highlight of the upcoming sale, presented by Rafael Osona Auctions. Crafted in mahogany, the oval-shaped table is designed with spider-leg double pedestals and two 24-inch leaves. Another notable Stephen Swift lot is a cherry rocker made circa 1987. It is signed underneath “Stephen Swift, Nantucket.”
Leading the fine art section of the catalog is Robert Stark Jr.’s oil on canvas titled Red Sail on Calm Waters. The artist is well known for his coastal scenes that usually portray an iconic red-hued catboat. His style of work is marked by concealment of brushstrokes and skillful depiction of light that evoke a sense of serenity. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming July 1st Furnishings, Fine Art and Décor Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
A 1915 Flying Merkel twin is leading the Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 Auction, presented by Mecum Auctions. The available motorcycle has a V-twin engine, an orange tank with a white script, matching frame, fenders, oil tank, and front suspension. It has the famed Merkel rear mono-shock suspension, tank shift manual gearbox, and Logo foot boards. This iconic 1915 V-Twin motorcycle is an original. It is known for its groundbreaking design, pioneering spirit, and classic detailing. The Flying Merkel was one of the leading racing and road machines of the 1910s, earning numerous victories in many contests of the day. Merkel also came up with dozens of innovative designs, many of which were copied by other motorcycle makers. Joseph Merkel is considered one of the finest engineers in U.S. motorcycling history.
A 1923 Indian Scout Hillclimber with a 45 CI V-twin engine is another leading lot. It has a red tank with gold lettering and a matching red front suspension, frame, and rear fender. Other notable features include a Linkert carburetor and an in-out gearbox with a foot-operated clutch. The story of this legendary motorcycle began in 1897 when industry pioneer George M. Hendee founded the Hendee Manufacturing Company along with co-founder and chief engineer Oscar Herdstrom. Hendee opened the company’s first factory in downtown Springfield in 1901. It was America’s first motorcycle company that shattered industry records in performance, drawing on the legacies of Indian Motorcycle’s early leaders and pioneers like Erwin “Cannon Ball” Baker. View the complete catalog of the Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 Auction and register to bid by visiting Mecum Auctions.
Vietnamese painter Lê Phổ was well known for his distinct paintings that combined European inspiration and Chinese influences. However, his subjects also comprised traditional Vietnamese imagery such as birds and bamboo branches. An oil painting on silk mounted on Masonite by Lê Phổ is a key highlight of the upcoming auction, offered by Case Antiques. Titled Jeunes Filles aux Bouquets, the artwork portrays three women amidst flower vases with a yellow background. George E. Hughes’ oil on board titled Couples at the Beach also leads the listings. It was an illustration for the cover of The Saturday Evening Post (August 2, 1952 edition). It depicts a high-angle view of people enjoying a sunny day at the beach.
A rare historic lot may be of interest to memorabilia collectors. It is a 35-star flag of the USS Kearsarge used during battle with the CSS Alabama in June of 1864, along with commendation and photograph. It is the only US flag representative of a state admitted during the American Civil War and was in official use only for two years. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Summer Fine Art & Antiques Auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions.
1stbid‘s upcoming New York Collectors’ Rugs & Art Auction showcases over 200 fine carpets from across the globe. Among the top lots is an antique Serapi rug from the northwest Persian Heriz district. Serapi carpets from the Heriz area are among the most coveted and rare large decorative Persian carpets. This rug style differs from other rugs in the region with its finer knotting and larger, broader designs. A beautiful fusion of tribal Caucasian patterns and early Safavid influences is reflected in these rugs. A distinctive characteristic of this style is the use of saturated earthen colors combined with creams and blues to create a dramatic contrast to the composition. The available carpet consists of a red background with ragged octagon pendant medallions, corners finished in ecru, and a navy border of polychrome ragged palmettes and rosettes. Another notable Persian rug in the sale is an antique Isfahan rug. Isfahan handmade rugs are distinguished by their delicate, curvilinear floral designs and classical antique carpet motifs such as arabesques, scrolls, interlacing vines, and hunting scenes.
Beyond Persian rugs, this sale also features an Aubusson rug influenced by French Aubusson designs of the 18th century and later. Other key lots include a royal blue antique Tribal Lori Rug and a Chinese rug made between 1920 and 1930. View the complete catalog of the New York Collectors’ Rugs & Art Auction and find more online auctions on Bidsquare.
Available in Bonhams’ upcoming Native American Art sale is a Northwest Coast Chilkat blanket from the noted collection of Gene Zema of Seattle, WA. Associated with the Tlingit and Haida people of the Pacific Northwest Coast of North America, Chilkat blankets often include abstract representations of wild animals. The blankets are traded by Indigenous people and displayed as rare works of art. However, they were originally intended to be worn around the body during dances and other events, draped like a shawl. The offered blanket features a whale motif, with the animal’s features appearing abstractly and in symmetrical positions. Some scholars suggest that the blanket depicts a mythical sea creature called the GonaqAde’t, a bringer of power and good fortune.
Another notable lot in this auction is a Cáuigú/Ka’igwu (Kiowa) young girl’s beaded dress and high-top moccasins, available together in a single lot. The dress is decorated with ochre and light blue pigmentation, twisted fringe, and cowrie shells. This auction of Native American Art also presents numerous household items and decorative artworks, including a Northwest Coast bentwood food box and a polychrome plate by Maria Martinez and her son, Popovi Da. Collectors can consider additional works by José Rafael Aragón, Anna Hughes, and Mattie James. Visit Bonhams to view the complete Native American Art catalog and register to bid.
Copley Fine Art Auctions’ upcoming two-day Sporting Sale will offer a McCleery Eider decoy. The appearance of this decoy shows off its smooth-flowing lines and stylized abstract paint. The carved bird has a broad body accentuated with a plumage pattern. Detailed features include a drawn-back head, incised carving around the bill, black patches on the head, and a sharp chine along its crown. Regarding this piece, the auction house states: “The form, paint, and condition of this decoy are peerless. This iconic decoy was first collected by Dr. James M. McCleery, who was among the greatest of decoy connoisseurs from any generation. Since its discovery, it has transfixed collectors and writers.”
Also available is an oil on canvas by Alexander Pope Jr. (1849 – 1924), an American sporting artist. Titled Springer with Pheasant, the composition features a proud dog with its colorful quarry. Pope often chose fishing and hunting as subjects for his sculptures and paintings. A self-taught artist, he was born in Dorchester, Massachusetts. He briefly studied sculpture with the renowned artist William Copley. Interested collectors can explore the entire catalog for The Sporting Sale 2023, register to bid online on Bidsquare, and browse other online auctions.
Fortuna will offer a selection of fine jewelry and watches by luxury brands in the upcoming Fine Jewels and Watches auction. Highlighted in the sale is a GIA-certified 9.61-carat fancy light yellow diamond ring. The exquisite piece is crafted in 18-karat white and yellow gold, with a round brilliant-cut diamond of VVS1 clarity. Surrounding the center stone are round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.89 carats. The majority of these diamonds are graded G-H color with VS clarity.
The sale will offer more than 200 pieces of jewelry and watches. Another noteworthy lot is an Oscar Heyman necklace fashioned in 18-karat yellow gold. The necklace features round brilliant-cut diamonds, measuring approximately 37.03 carats. They are graded H-I in color and VS in clarity. Luxury jewelry items from Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Buccellati, and David Webb are on offer as well. Collectors can also explore timepieces from Bulgari, Vacheron & Constantin, Rolex, Audemars Piguet, and Cartier Santos. View the complete catalog for this Fine Jewels & Watches auction and find other online auctions on Bidsquare.
