Inaugural Chicago Art Auction to be held June 10

May. 31, 2007

( CHICAGO) -- Destined to become one of the Midwest’s most important new art events, the inaugural Chicago Art Auction, the area's first to specialize in only fine art, will take place June 10. The collection features a number of rare and important works of art, and encompasses more than $1 million in 19th and 20th Century vintage paintings, sculptures, prints and works on paper by listed and well-known national and international artists. The event's central time zone makes participation well-timed for bidders on both coasts, especially on LiveAuctioneers.com, which is hosting live online bidding for the auction.

A rare and important piece by Oscar Berninghaus, " The Pursuit of Geronimo," is sure to be a sale highlight. " Houses at Nespelem" by the giant of Ab-Ex, Clyfford Still, will also be included in the auction. It remains one of less than 150 works of art that can ever be privately owned without restrictions. The Käthe Kollowitz and Auguste Renoir works on paper are among the finest and most desirable works of their kind by the two artists. Pieces from Paul Cornoyer, Frank Gavencky’s, Edmund Osthaus, Charles Craig and Elmer Wachtel all represent exceptional examples by the respective artists. Finally, international highlights from the sale include some of the finest works of art by European Masters Anton Mauve, Albert Neuhuys, Theo van Sluys and Rudolph Epp. The Chicago Art Auction guarantees that all offered works are authentic and as listed.

Participants can view the entire collection online at www.LiveAuctioneers.com.

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