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Auction PreviewCleveland Fine and Decorative Art: Discovery Auction
Cowan’s Auctions upcoming Cleveland Fine and Decorative Art: Discovery Auction offers a wide range of home furnishings at prices within reach for many collectors. With bidding beginning at $25 to $250, the pieces range from antiques to contemporary objects. They are made from materials like cut glass, sterling silver, porcelain, and wood. There are large collections of Americana, Asian decorative arts along with the furniture. Highlights include two charming Staffordshire pottery pastille burners, an American train set from 1949, and a 19th-century miniature spice cabinet. There are also several pieces of Chinese decorative art, including an ornate Chinese wedding chair, as well as an impressive Dutch oil harbor scene. To view the complete auction and register to bid, go to Invaluable .
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Auction PreviewDesign Signature Auction
Design Signature Auction by Heritage Auction kicks off with a cherished item from the DeWitt & Lila Acheson Wallace Garden at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. The item is a garden bench that defies the norms and has a very unique design and structure. Such an unprecedented piece is sure to make headlines as the highest estimated item at $180,000. To a collector's joy, this inspired selection features a variety of categories such as furniture, decorative art, sculptures, Asian art and so much more. Another noteworthy piece on the featured list is a white bronze duck that also functions as a boat by François-Xavier Lalanne. Lalanne once said, “I thought that it would be funny to invade that big living room with a flock of sheep,” and such kind of humor and imaginative perceptions can be seen through almost all of his work. With over 140 lots, one can unquestionably enjoy the beauty of the above-mentioned items and many more at Design Signature Auction. To bid and for more information visit Heritage Auction.
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Auction PreviewPost-War to Present
The Post-War to Present auction, offered by Christie's, presents fine art produced by some of the most notable artists of the 20th century, as well as emerging voices. Andy Warhol's "Flowers" headlines with an estimated value of $1.5 to $2 million. For the leading figure in pop art, the "Flowers" series marks a more somber examination of American pop culture. The bright, chromatic pinks and reds of the flowers create a stark contrast with the black background. "When Warhol made Flowers, it reflected the urban, dark, death side of that whole movement," writes John O’Connor and Benjamin Liu in Unseen Warhol (1996). Another 20th-century icon represented in this auction is Yayoi Kusama with "Infinity-Nets (QPOW)". Kusama is originally from Japan, and her work often features influences of pop art, minimalism, and abstract expressionism. It was after she moved from her native Japan to New York that she began making the infinity net series, of which this piece is an excellent example. Those looking to acquire pieces by emerging artists should consider Nicolas Party's "Blakam’s Stone (Lime)". The piece's acrylic green gives the piece a vibrant appearance, and the stone offers an interesting, warped view of the subject. Bel Fullana's "Pool Party", meanwhile, is a fun and unabashed look at sexuality. View each of these lots and register to bid on the Christie's website.
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Auction PreviewThirtyfive Works by Ed Ruscha
“Life is more like an off-center love story than it is a straight-ahead...narrative,” says art collector Fred Clarke in an interview with Christie’s. The Thirty-five Works by Ed Ruscha auction, presented by Christie’s, comes entirely from the Clarke Collection, the private holdings of Fred and Laura Weir Clarke. Clarke’s view of an off-center love story echoes throughout the work of Ed Ruscha. Ruscha is a member of the pop art movement and often uses unusual text with equally unexpected typography to set the mood of his pieces. A great example, with the highest estimated value, is “Wavy Robot”, made with gunpowder on paper. The word “Robot”, which we often associate with advanced technology and the future, is written in a traditional font with very precise ridges. The black background forces viewers to focus on the relationship between the word and font. In “Kidney Beans on Galvanized Steel”, another highly estimated piece, Ruscha plays with space along with the text. The light pink hue in the right-hand corner distracts attention away from the already cryptic text. The art collector Fred Clarke’s first experiences with Ruscha’s work were his books. Collectors looking for a different and slightly more affordable piece should consider the lot with several of Ruscha’s books, including “Thirty-four Parking Lots in Los Angeles” and “Nine Swimming Pools and a Broken Glass”. Those interested in any of these lots should register to bid on the Christie’s website.
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Auction PreviewMade in California
Bonhams presents the Made in California auction. Each of the auction’s 86 lots is a piece of contemporary fine art produced by an artist with a strong connection to California. The lot with the highest estimated value is an untitled set of two hanging forms made of brass wire by Ruth Asawa. Asawa was a sculptor known primary for her wire pieces. She was an advocate for art education in San Francisco and helped found a school that was eventually named in her honor, the Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts. Like Asawa’s brass sculptures, there are other non-conventional pieces included in this auction. One of the most notable is Ken Price’s “Malformation in Blue”. Price’s signature work with clay is on display in this piece, produced by fire and painted clay. One of Price’s favorite techniques is to sand down clay to reveal colors underneath, a process that creates this piece’s striking blue square. Those looking for a more affordable lot should consider Judith Linhares’s “Flowers”. The artist, originally from the Bay Area, uses acrylic on paper in “Flowers” to create a vibrant red that contrasts well against the paper’s color. Those interested in this or any other piece should register to bid on Bonhams’s website.
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Auction PreviewMCM Furniture, Art & Decor Auction
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneer’s upcoming September MCM Furniture, Art, & Decor Auction features impeccably preserved mid-century pieces from several New England estates. Go straight to the MCM sources that continue to inspire contemporary designers’ work today with the classic clean lines and bold colors. The auction is a wonderful opportunity to own some of last century’s great designs in a variety of categories including furniture, paintings, sculpture. Highlights include a pristine 1960 2PC Vladimir Kagan sofa and ottoman, a 1972 biomorphic jewelry box, and a Walter Teague for Sparton sled radio. The auction also includes works by Eames, Matthew Beardsley, and Domino Mobler, among others. For a complete auction catalogue and to register to bid, go to Bidsquare.
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Auction PreviewAntique and Americana Auction
Experience the extravaganza of American antiques in the upcoming Antique and Americana auction by Hess Auctions. We often come across a lot of antique rooster weather vanes. However, the uniquely designed galloping horse and jockey weathervane by J.W. Friske is a rare find. The copper and zinc sculpture by the American manufacturer is a prime collectible of American history. When it comes to paintings and art Christopher Shearer is a well-known name among the American artists. The artist is most popular for his landscape paintings. The 1902 Christopher Shearer oil on canvas landscape depicting a realistic woodland path with a wood plank bridge over the stream is a featured art piece of the auction. Furniture collectibles include the Pennsylvania Chippendale walnut secretary desk, Empire tiger maple miniature chest of drawers, Massachusetts Queen Anne cherry highboy, and many others. Other featured collectibles from the auction include redware, stoneware, glass & chinaware, toys, metal ware, textiles, oriental rugs, furniture and many more. Explore the full listings and register to bid online on Live auctioneers.
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Auction PreviewAsian Auction: Day 2
Starting with the monochromatic Chinese celadon vase, all the collection in the auction's second day will not fail to impress. Due to their sleek design, monochrome celadon vases are very common among contemporary buyers. Similarly, showcased in the auction are contrast vases such as Jumyao pottery along with Funerary jar which gives away a vintage aura. Timeless pieces like the blue and white porcelain plate and bowls resemble all of Chinese art history because of their never-ending popularity. One may also be intrigued by bisque glazed porcelain figure and blanc de figures of Guanyin from the late 19th century. To explore more of these pieces, visit Eldred's Auctioneers.
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Auction PreviewDoyle at Home
Whether you’re looking for a standout object to draw together a room or the final piece to complete an aesthetic, Doyle’s popular Doyle at Home auction is certainly the place to start looking. A comprehensive and quality-driven sale, this collection of furniture and décor is a hallmark of the auction house, presenting a diverse selection of both modern and antique pieces. An even blend of furniture, fine art and conversation starters, this auction articulates elegance. Leading the auction is a pair of Christofle candelabras that is sure to add a finishing touch to a dining table. Its gilt and stately at over 25 inches tall. Meanwhile, a set of twelve mahogany dining chairs will transport your dining room back to Georgian England. If you are searching to fill a wall, a number of captivating paintings are also available, including a watercolor from contemporary artist David Remfry. The vivid colors and curious placement of hats in this work will complement both a classy living space or an intimate bedroom. Doyle is well-regarded for its attention to detail, from the highest priced table to the most remarkable curiosities. This sale carries several items that bear both history and interest, from a 1930s toy airplane constructed of wooden rulers to a carved storage coconut. View all of these items and place your bids on Doyle.
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Auction PreviewMid-Summer Fine Art and Photography Sale
Modern art’s influence within the last century has been infectious, to say the least. Classical realism began to fade with the rise of impressionism, opening the floodgates to an entirely new generation of artistic forms and styles. The 20th century and contemporary art are on full display in the upcoming Mid-Summer Fine Art and Photography Sale presented by Creighton-Davis Gallery. Leading the way in this auction are three coordinating pieces from the pop artist Tom Wesselmann, a founder of the international pop art and screen-printing movement. Depicting a still life in one massive painting and a modernist nude in two others, Wesselmann’s style established a precedent for the following decades of modern art. International art also plays a significant role in this auction, with a series of serigraph works from Jiang Tie-Feng, a Chinese artist whose layered paintings walk the line between abstraction and realism. Photography from Ansel Adams, abstract sculptures from Helen Finch, and countless other imaginative works are contained within this auction. With estimates ranging from $100 to $60,000, this sale has pieces perfect for both the casually interested and the established collector. View the full catalog and register to bid on Bidsquare.
