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Thursday Morning at STAIR in October features a curated selection of furniture, fine art and decorations from interesting collectors and estates including The Private Collection of Mindy Papp, Bedford, NY. Highlights from the Papp collection include a tufted leather Chesterfield sofa, a set of eight Victorian embossed leather and oak dining chairs, and a W.A.S. Benson brass floor lamp. Other highlights in the sale include traditional French and Continental furniture, Ming-style Huanghuali armchairs and a woven reed tutor’s chair, Continental bronze urns, and a selection of European fine art from the 18th and 19th centuries.

All that glitters is gold, diamonds, rubies, silk and ostrich leather in our Fine Jewelry and Luxury Goods sale. Birkin bags and scarves by Hermès, and jewelry by Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Andrew Clunn and Cartier highlight this sale of beautiful objects and wearable art by the world’s best joailliers and luxury goods artisans. Beautiful materials and exceptional craftsmanship come together to create elegant objects that stand the test of time in their sophistication and luxury.

Offering exceptional works of fine and decorative arts sourced from prominent private collections and estates, our October Fine Sale is a carefully curated selection of fine art, porcelain, silver, carpets and Asian works of art. Each item reflects centuries of refined taste and presents an opportunity for discerning collectors to acquire works of the highest quality and historical significance. Decorative Arts highlights include fine silver, porcelain, and Chinese works of art. Unusual Venetian mirrors from the Estate of Gianni Versace, a rare William IV mahogany dining table and matching hall bench, a fine Chinese coromandel twelve-panel screen, and a selection of Persian and Indian carpets round out the decorative arts offering. Fine Art highlights include Old Master paintings from the Collection of Gordan and Zanne Stewart, European and American paintings from the 19th and early 20th centuries, and a fine selection of works on paper and sculpture including three important works by Harriet Whitney Frishmuth.

Property from interiors designed by icons in the world of interior design highlights our November Icons of Interior Design: Robert Couturier, Colefax and Fowler, Renzo Mongiardino, Ann Getty, & Dee de Gagnay sale, offering a glimpse into the rarefied world of interiors at the highest level. Respected for his connoisseurship and imagination, interior designer and architect Robert Couturier has been at the top of his profession for decades, named annually to Architectural Digest’s prestigious list of the world’s best designers, his name synonymous with sophistication and whimsy. Included in this sale is furniture, decorations and fine art from his New York residence. Complementing the Continental style of the Couturier interior is property from a residence in The Carlyle House designed by the classic English firm Colefax and Fowler and Lady Vivian Greenock. English country house design was finessed by Greenock to create a layered effect that resulted in a coveted and subtle “undecorated” look. Highlights from this beautifully appointed apartment include furniture with bespoke upholstery designed by Colefax and Fowler and Greenock, porcelain, fine art and Clare Potter earthenware models. Renowned collector and interior designer Ann Getty was known for her luxurious, opulent interiors. Her interest in the finest materials and craftsmanship, the preservation of antiques, and the integrity of architectural spaces led her to create exceptional spaces for herself and her clients. Included in the sale are decorations from her personal collection. Other highlights in the sale include furniture and decorations from other notable interiors.

Eclectic and interesting furniture, objects and fine art from the 20th and 21st centuries are showcased in our upcoming Art & Design sale. A blend of styles and movements reflects how we live today, mixing old and new, rustic and refined, classic and contemporary to create spaces that are design-forward and easy to live in. Highlights include works from the collection of the late art dealer Paul Kasmin, furniture by Russel Wright, Eames, Mies van der Rohe, Max Kuehne and Le Corbusier, Michael LaRocca-designed étagères, a selection of French mid-century design objects, a rare vintage Schwarzenburg Hi-system Vinyl Player, and fine art by Damien Hirst, Jenny Holzer, and Joseph Beuys.

With a focus on the fine arts of the 20th and 21st centuries, our November sale of 20th Century, Modern & Contemporary Fine Art includes works by artists working in Modern, Post-War and Contemporary modalities in a variety of media including painting, sculpture, photography and works on paper. Highlights include works from the collection of the late art dealer Paul Kasmin and the private collection of gallerist Margaret Roederer, and works by Bruce Nauman, David Hockney, Andy Warhol, Kenzo Okada and Richard Prince. Works on paper by early 20th century masters include prints by Georges Braque, Joan Miró and Max Beckmann.

Showcasing fine art, objects and furniture from the 20th and 21st centuries, our December Thursday Morning at STAIR sale offers paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and decorative objects in a myriad of styles by artists and makers from around the world. Also included is a large selection of jewelry just in time for the gift-giving season.