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Original Journal From America’s First Luxury Yacht Sells for $100K With Bonhams Skinner
Manuscript Journal of the Yacht Cleopatra's Barge on a Voyage of Pleasure. Image courtesy of Bonhams Skinner. In the early 19th century, the Salem-based Crowninshield family was flush with cash. The merchant family had made a fortune by supplying ships during the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.…
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A Hidden Trove of Drawings and Prints by British Caricaturist Thomas Rowlandson Back on iGavelAuctions Block
Miseries of Social Life (Estimate: $300/500) New York: Originally scheduled to take place last February, Lark Mason Associates announces that the Works by Thomas Rowlandson from an American Collector will open for bidding on iGavelAuctions.com starting September 6h through September 28th. Over 300 drawings, prints and books by Thomas Rowlandson…
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Akiba Antiques to Offer Carved Jade Brush Pot From Chinese Master
Hardstone carving in Chinese culture dates back to antiquity. Chinese artisans experimented with countless different minerals in their carvings, though nephrite jade eventually rose to become the favored material. The upcoming auction from Akiba Antiques takes a deep look into the history of Chinese hardstone and jade carving. Among the…
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Bonhams Offers Memorabilia and Manuscripts From Georgia O’Keeffe and Andy Warhol
Sometimes known as the “mother of American Modernism,” Georgia O’Keeffe was also a friend and mentor to Mym Tuma. O’Keeffe gifted the younger artist many items during their decades-long friendship. Some of these items are now up for bid in the Fine Books and Manuscripts auction, offered by Bonhams. A…
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Items signed by Washington, Napoleon, Marilyn Monroe, many others are in University Archives' online auction, Nov. 11th
The full catalog, showing all 289 lots, is up for bidding and viewing now, at the newly revamped University Archives website (www.UniversityArchives.com). Black and white photograph of Marilyn Monroe signed and inscribed “to Joe” (possibly Joe DiMaggio), unusually large at 11 inches by 14 inches (est. $20,000-$25,000). WESTPORT, CT, UNITED…
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Upcoming Akiba Antiques Sale Explores Sculpture and Form
Over 500 lots from around the world will be available in Akiba Antiques’ upcoming auction. Held on October 20th, 2020, at 2:00 PM EDT, the sale will include works from Victorian England, the French Empire, the Czech Republic, and beyond. The auction gives special focus to sculptures and decorative art.…
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August auction from Akiba Antiques features mantel clocks and decorative art
Leading the catalog of Akiba Antiques’ August 4th Eclectic Collection of Estates Worldwide event is a selection of mantel clocks from the French Empire. The French Empire-style clocks (USD 65,000 - $95,000) were created in the early 19th century. A piece offered in the auction, made of gilt bronze and…
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Books, Maps & Manuscripts
Though best known as one of America’s greatest inventors, it should also be noted that Thomas Alva Edison was also one of America’s savviest businessmen. Both of Edison’s professions are on display in the upcoming Books, Maps & Manuscripts auction, offered by Freeman’s. There are many Edison-related items in the…
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An Extra Large Antique Auction, Day - 1
There is little to classify day two of An Extra Large Antique Auction offered by Dirk Soülis Auctions beyond diverse, with more than 550 lots of vintage and historic items from a large array of categorizations. Groupings with the most items of the day include art glass, art pottery, canes,…
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Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts & Fine Rugs
P.P. Prud'hon, an esteemed Parisian artist received special status in Napoleon's court. He was commissioned to paint portraits of Napoleon's two wives. While these portraits are well known to the world, the painting of “Napoleon Bonaparte and the King of Rome” is a rare find. Gifted by Emperor Napoleon to…