An eclectic assortment of French, American, and English antiques will lead the upcoming Hunter Family Collection sale from Vogt Auction Galleries. Among the top lots is a face jug by Lanier Meaders. This face jug features clay additions that depict a caricatured face on a vernacular one-gallon jug. Kaolin is used to contrast white teeth and eyes. Meaders’ mission over the years has been to preserve the ceramic tradition of Mossy Creek, Georgia. Another notable lot in the catalog is a Victorian snuff mull with silver mounted accents. The available piece resembles a ram’s head, and it comes with three coasters and two compartments covered in silver gilt.
Among fine art lots in the catalog, an oil on Masonite work by Rolla Sims Taylor titled Guadalupe River, N. B. is particularly notable. During his artistic career, Taylor painted many San Antonio scenes, including buildings along the river, old houses, and missions. Paintings of San Antonio buildings no longer in existence comprise the majority of the artist’s work. In Taylor’s paintings, color and sunlight flood the canvas in a vibrant, Impressionist style. Bidders can consider other works by Rolla Sims Taylor, as well as a Louis XVI-style enfilade/sideboard and a pair of early European-style drinking horns. Visit Vogt Auction Galleries’ website for more information on The Hunter Family Collection sale and to register to bid. Visit Auction Daily for more auction previews and news.
One highlight of Mecum Auctions’ Monterey 2024 automobile auction is a 1969 Ford GT40 Lightweight. The Ford GT40 is one of the most important American racing cars, and it was built and designed to win the world’s most prestigious endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 1966, with Henry Ford II attending Le Mans, the MkII GT40 provided Ford with the first overall Le Mans victory for an American manufacturer. The Ford GT40 won four consecutive times from 1966 to 1969, run by John Wyer in 1968 and 1969. In addition, Ford also won four FIA international titles with the GT40. This model utilized 4.7L (289 CI) Ford V-8 engines that were enlarged to 4.9 liters with special alloy Gurney-Weslake cylinder heads. A total of only ten lightweight competition GT40s were built, and the example offered in this sale is one of them. It comes with the original body, chassis, engine, and transaxle.
Also available is a 1930 Packard 734 Speedster Boattail Runabout. Powering this Speedster is the original 384/145 HP L-head inline eight-cylinder engine, equipped with a Detroit Lubricator dual-throat carburetor, high-compression cylinder head, and correct finned manifolds. Other mechanical features include the current and visually identical 1931-vintage four-speed manual transmission and correct Speedster-type finned drum brakes. Desirable accessories include a radiator stone shield, a “Daphne at the Well” radiator mascot, a Haartz canvas top, and a restored convertible top frame. With the release of the lightweight, more powerful Model 734 Speedster in 1930, a classic icon was born. This 1930 Packard Model 734 Speedster is one of only 19 known examples in existence. Visit Mecum Auctions to browse the full Monterey 2024 sale, and find other auction previews on Auction Daily.
A wide selection of fine art, decorative art, and furniture will soon be available with Cain Modern Auctions. This includes a colored serigraph by native Canadian artist George Littlechild. Titled Peggy Bull, this piece comes with a white frame, is dated 1993, and is signed in pencil by the artist. George Littlechild stands out among First Nations artists in Canada for his rich cultural imagery and vivid color palette. Littlechild’s art aims to dispel prejudice and naivety among those who are unfamiliar with First Nations culture. Another notable fine artwork in the catalog is an acrylic on canvas by Australian artist Wendy Cohen, titled Connect the Dots. Cohen’s paintings explore the connection between natural and urban environments through shapes, colors, lines, and compositions. The offered piece is painted on a stretched canvas with vibrant and varied colors.
Collectors can consider several furniture items in this sale, including a pair of Simon lounge chairs made in Italy by Camerich. These generously-sized lounge chairs are designed with a minimalist look and a contemporary Scandinavian flair. Seat cushions are padded with down layers on a solid wood frame. Bidders can also consider a leather-embossed low coffee table by Fendi. This sleek coffee table is made from solid wood with a cream leather embossed frame. Visit Bidsquare to browse the full American Modernism, Furniture, Lighting & Art catalog and find other online auctions. Visit Auction Daily for more auction previews and news.
Available from 500 Gallery this August is a robust collection of fine paintings, prints, multiples, drawings, and ethnographic artifacts. Leading the sale is an abstract composition attributed to Lee Krasner. It is signed “Lee” in the lower right and comes to the market unframed. This richly-hued painting offsets deep purples with strokes of ochre. Krasner was an inventive, skillful painter who worked on the cutting edge of Abstract Expressionism. She frequently switched between styles to fully explore her ideas. Also available is a set of 27 watercolor sketches attributed to Pablo Picasso. Each piece is signed and executed on fibrous gray-tan paper. Some sketches revisit familiar Picasso themes, including doves, horseback riders, and bulls.
A Cubist composition attributed to Le Corbusier will be offered as well. It is a watercolor and crayon on paper piece signed by the artist. The work uses geometric lines and amorphous curves to evoke a bird-like form with a human face. An architect and artist, Le Corbusier exerted broad influence on the Modernism movement and urban planning. Other key artists with attributed works in the catalog include Georgia O’Keeffe, Franz Kline, and Oskar Kokoschka. Among ethnographic works in the sale, a ritual vessel from Mali is notable. Carved of wood with a convex lid, this vessel features an equestrian and horse surrounded by groups of seated people. Visit Bidsquare to browse the complete New Horizons Art Sale catalog and find other online auctions. Browse more auction previews on Auction Daily.
French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec was a renowned painter, draughtsman, caricaturist, illustrator, and printmaker. Inspired by the vibrant theatrical life in Paris during the late 19th century, Toulouse-Lautrec created stimulating images of the period. Aristide Bruant, a French cabaret artist and nightclub owner, was his foremost friend. In 1885, Toulouse-Lautrec started exhibiting his works at Bruant’s cabaret. Lautrec also designed some noteworthy music hall posters for Bruant. One such iconic 1892 poster, titled Ambassadeurs / Aristide Bruant, is a key highlight of the upcoming Swann Auction Galleries event. Executed with bold colors, it depicts Bruant wearing his signature red scarf, black hat, and cape. Bruant was famous for his unrestrained attitude on stage, and Toulouse-Lautrec aptly portrayed his imposing personality.
Another significant lot is Adolphe Mouron Cassandre’s Grand – Sport La Casquette (1925). The fashion advertising poster is clearly influenced by Cubism with its geometric approach. Particularly noteworthy is his airbrush treatment bordering the solid colors, something that went on to become his signature style. Jules Chéret’s Les Arts (1891), comprising four decorative panels, also leads the listings. The rare piece celebrates Chéret’s color lithography skills with its freewheeling composition and no inscription added. Visit Swann Auction Galleries to view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Vintage Posters sale. Find more auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
This August, Doyle will present more than 350 Asian collectibles and fine art lots in its Doyle at Home auction. Among the highlights is an elegant pair of large, impressive lapis and gilt bronze urns. They include intricate decorations on the body and sides. Each piece stands 38 inches high and has a diameter of 22 inches. Gilt bronze prominently featured in 18th-century French décor. From furniture and porcelain mounts to candlesticks and clocks, gilt bronze was widespread during this time. A gilt-bronze mounted kingwood commode in the Louis XVI style is another notable lot.
Fine dinnerware and table settings are also part of the auction. Leading this category is a Herend porcelain partial dinnerware service set. This 100-piece cutlery includes plates, cups, saucers, bowls, trays, and more. Representing Queen Victoria’s VBO pattern, they feature stylized butterflies and colorful flowers, painted vividly. Also offered are objects like a Neoclassical-style white marble console table, an early 20th-century American sterling silver tea and coffee service set, and a pair of Samson porcelain vases and covers from the late 19th century. Visit Doyle to browse the complete Doyle at Home catalog and find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
In this upcoming live sale of California & Western Art from Bonhams, various paintings, collectibles, and other works of fine art will cross the auction block. Among the leading lots is an oil on canvas by American artist Franz Albert Bischoff (1864 – 1929). The offered work, titled Roses, shows an arrangement of white and pink blooms in a transparent glass vase. Austrian-born artist Bischoff was famous for his floral still lifes and California landscapes. Often referred to as the ‘King of the Rose Painters’, he was considered one of the finest porcelain artists in America. According to the auction catalog, the framed piece is signed ‘Franz A. Bischoff’ on the lower left and with the title on the reverse.
Also available in this auction is a signed artwork by American Impressionist painter and California resident Guy Rose (1867 – 1925). The offered work, titled The Sea, Laguna, is rendered in blue and white hues depicting the scenic Laguna Beach. A big splash of sea waves crashing against a rocky cliff takes the center focus. The cloudless sky and a sharp horizon line are highlighted as well. Other notable works in the catalog include Joseph Kleitsch’s painting First Street (now Glenneyre) at Legion Street, an oil on canvas by William Ritschel called Purple Tide, and a 1917 bronze sculpture by Anna Vaughn Hyatt Huntington (1876 – 1973). For more information on the California & Western Art sale, visit Bonhams’ website. Visit Auction Daily to read the latest auction previews and news.
The origins of earrings for pierced ears trace back thousands of years; however, clip-ons were invented only in the Victorian era. In European countries, when women adorned elaborate wigs and attires that concealed their ears, the need for earrings was negligible. The 19th century marked a change in fashion with pulled-back tresses and relaxed collar styles becoming popular. Although earrings began to reemerge, the Victorians remained reserved since they considered piercing to be improper. In the early 20th century, the introduction of clip-ons enabled anyone to wear earrings without the necessity for piercing. The upcoming sale by Robinhood Auctions will feature a pair of Bulgari clip-on earrings designed with round-cut diamonds weighing 7.0 carats. Each earring features a floral setting, measuring 1.25 inches long and 1.15 inches wide. The statement pieces are crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum and come in a gift box.
Another noteworthy lot is a bright and bold pair of De Grisogono earrings. They are designed with pink sapphires totaling 15.20 carats and diamonds weighing 1.94 carats. The Swiss luxury jewelry house was established in Geneva in 1993 by Fawaz Gruosi, a Lebanese-Italian black diamond specialist. To view the complete catalog and register to bid in the upcoming Fine Jewelry & Important Watches auction, visit Bidsquare and browse other online auctions. Find more auction previews by visiting Auction Daily.
Rafael Osona Auctions will present its August 3, 2024, Americana Fine Art, Decorative Arts Auction, offering a wide-ranging catalog of Nantucket paintings, collectibles, and more. Leading the sale is an oil on canvas painting by Robert Stark Jr., a luminist who spent his career capturing the New England coast. Stark was particularly known for his Nantucket water scenes. The available painting, titled Nantucket Rainbow Fleet, depicts a scattering of sailboats on dark blue-black water. In the foreground is a small boat with a bright orange sail, while the background hints at the shoreline and several other colorful boats. Another notable Nantucket artist in the catalog is Emily Hoffmeier. Her Fishing Boats at Nantucket Harbor, 1936 painting is among the key lots. The artist used Impressionistic brushstrokes to depict a light-soaked harbor scene. Hoffmeier spent over 20 years summering in Nantucket, painting and running community art events.
Beyond Nantucket artwork, this upcoming sale includes several historic Americana items and antique collectibles. A membership document signed by George Washington and Henry Knox is notable. This document for the Society of the Cincinnati dates back to 1784 and notes both men’s involvement in the American Revolutionary War. Bidders can also consider a Rolex Oyster Perpetual men’s wristwatch in stainless steel and 18-karat gold, a pair of John and William Cary Regency terrestrial and celestial globes. To view the complete August 3, 2024 Americana Fine Art, Decorative Arts Auction and browse other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Find more auction previews on Auction Daily.
A selection of fine art, Asian antiques, rugs, and pre-Columbian objects will lead the upcoming Lou A. & Barbara B. Pritchett Collection sale from Helmuth Stone Gallery. Leading the catalog is a WWII American Flag lowered on January 2, 1942, the day before the Japanese entered Manila. The available American flag was presented by Tom and Aunty Carter to Louis and Barbara Pritchett on August 21, 1984. Among fine art lots, an oil on canvas painting by American artist Ray George Ellis is particularly notable. While Ellis’ oil and watercolor works are often considered Impressionist with their loose style and vibrant colors, they are also naturalistic and realistic.
The catalog also includes works from various pre-Columbian cultures. This includes a West Mexico, Colima redware vessel. The piece resembles a canine with a nubbin-like leg at each end and its head resting on its back. The vessel is crafted from redware pottery and has a wide spout opposite a raised head and a horseshoe-shaped body. Bidders can also consider a large Chinese Neolithic painted pottery jar, assorted carved wood polychromed Santos figures, and a Chinese Wucai box with porcelain dragons from the Ming era. To browse The Lou A & Barbara B Pritchett Collection catalog and find other online auctions, visit Bidsquare. Find additional auction previews and news on Auction Daily.
