Fine Art & Lighting Holiday Sale

Dynamic Abstract Oil Painting by Bert Miripolsky

Expressionist Bronze Sculpture by Howard Quam

Rare Set of 4 MCM Candlesticks by Carl Auböck

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Culver City, CA, United States

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Fine Art & Lighting Holiday Sale

Galerie Sommerlath

A selection of paintings, sculpture and decorative objects as well as an array of eclectic lighting options. Over 300 items up for auction at amazing discounts! American and European, from Mid-Century to Memphis era. Folk art, oil paintings, ceramics, floor lamps and much more.

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Rhythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry Bleach: The piece is framed in a black lacquer wood frame and mounted on a blue mat background. Signed and dated '79. Original Retail Price $850 Period 1979 Condition

0081: Rhythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry BleachEst. $480-$850Lot Passed

Rhythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry Bleach: The piece is framed in a dark grey lacquered wood frame and mounted on a maroon mat background. Original Retail Price $950 Period 1979 Condition Excellent. New

0082: Rhythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry BleachEst. $650-$950Lot Passed

Rythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry Bleach: Abstract watercolor in warm colors and felt tip marker on paper. The piece is framed in a black lacquer wood frame and mounted on a blue mat background. Signed and dated 1979. Original Retail

0083: Rythmic Abstract Watercolor by Barry BleachEst. $480-$950Lot Passed

Dark Oil Painting of Mother and Child: A dark moody oil painting of mother and child in cool palette and cubist style. The paint is applied on in thick layers probably with a palette knife. There is some cracking in the paintings surface

0084: Dark Oil Painting of Mother and ChildEst. $650-$1,400Lot Passed

Set of Nine Caricatures by Barry Bleach: Set of continuous line caricatures by Barry Bleach drew with felt pen and watercolor on a texture thick paper and floating on a yellow mat in a black wood frame. Original Retail Price

0086: Set of Nine Caricatures by Barry BleachEst. $650-$1,200Lot Passed

Colorful Abstract Gouache by Hendrik Grise: This is a colorful abstraction loosely painted in a dense array of brushstrokes and splatters. The painting is clearly inspired in part by Jackson Pollack and the abstract Expressionist movement. A

0087: Colorful Abstract Gouache by Hendrik GriseEst. $450-$1,200Lot Passed

Three Figurative Paintings by John Newling: Three enigmatic figurative paintings completed in gouache on paper by John Newling, a British artist and teacher. The paintings are framed in heavy solid brass frames and stepped black fabric and

0089: Three Figurative Paintings by John NewlingEst. $1,400-$3,200Lot Passed

Layered Abstract Painting by Michael Dormer: This painting composed of several layers of cut and collaged canvas produces a relief of sorts. The abstract composition is painted over in pastel tones in pink, blues, yellows and greens. The

0090: Layered Abstract Painting by Michael DormerEst. $850-$1,600Lot Passed

Blue & Green Oil on Canvas by Gerald Campbell: This modernist abstract painting is part of the color field movement which emerged out of the late 1940s in the United States. The edges are blue and white and frame the center, which is contrasting

0091: Blue & Green Oil on Canvas by Gerald CampbellEst. $2,600-$4,600Lot Passed

Intriguing Pair of Acrobats, Jerry Williamson: Gouache and charcoal painting of two acrobats. Their dark clothing and white caps are offset by the bright blue background. Signed "J. Williams – '07," we have six other paintings by this same

0093: Intriguing Pair of Acrobats, Jerry WilliamsonEst. $850-$1,200Lot Passed

Large Abstract Painting Signed Steve Holmstrom: Energetic black and white abstract oil painting on panel. White brush strokes on a black ground produce an enigmatic almost surrealist feeling . Signed "Steve Johnson 91" Johnson is also a musician

0094: Large Abstract Painting Signed Steve HolmstromEst. $750-$1,800Lot Passed

Sleeping Women Pastel Signed W. Gray: This is a pastel drawing of a woman at rest. Woman is rendered in black and white over a soft green background. Signed "W. Gray 1960." Original Retail Price $650 Period 1960s

0095: Sleeping Women Pastel Signed W. GrayEst. $280-$650Lot Passed

Large Gerald Campell Abstract Painting: A playful large abstract painting at five and a half by six feet. Painting is made with acrylic, spray paint and one collage element – A "Sequoia Punch" soda label. The painting was made by Gerald

0096: Large Gerald Campell Abstract PaintingEst. $2,900-$3,600Lot Passed

Philosophical Watercolor by Sheldon C. Schoneberg: Character examining the many faces of themselves masked and unmasked . Meaning: How much do we need to wear a mask in our lives. Made in charcoal and pastel beautifully shaded and textured in

0097: Philosophical Watercolor by Sheldon C. SchonebergEst. $450-$1,800Lot Passed

Twelve Feet Long Painting by Gerald Campbell: Huge painting by Gerald Campbell, 1983 This huge painting by California artist Gerald Campbell features paint splotches. The splotches and scale of the work recall artist Sam Francis, whose graphic

0098: Twelve Feet Long Painting by Gerald CampbellEst. $2,900-$4,500Lot Passed

Powerful 1950s Portrait of African American Woman: This portrait made at a time of great racial strife. It has been framed at the time it was painted in a rich gilt frame which contrast her strong but saddened face. Artist painted it in pointillist

0099: Powerful 1950s Portrait of African American WomanEst. $950-$1,800Lot Passed

Portrait of Woman in Sky by Hank Laventhol: Surrealist Inspired whimsical painting of woman whose skin tone is blended in with the background. Incorporating elements of the sky such as clouds, the wind and warm fire of the sun. Take a closer

0100: Portrait of Woman in Sky by Hank LaventholEst. $550-$1,700Lot Passed

Watercolor Work of the Brooklin Bridge: A skillfully rendered watercolor work depicting a shipping port busy with boats. The beginning of the signature in the lower right corner reads "Nora," but is illegible after this. Marked afterwards,

0101: Watercolor Work of the Brooklin BridgeEst. $450-$950Lot Passed

Woman and Bear Painting by Elizabeth Ennis: A thought-provoking mixed-media work by American artist Elizabeth Ennis which is signed in the lower right corner. With a mischievous facial expression, the naked woman depicted is sitting on top of

0102: Woman and Bear Painting by Elizabeth EnnisEst. $400-$1,400Lot Passed

Framed Landscape by Korniloff: This landscape drawing recalls the French Impressionist era with its short strokes and bright colors depicting a house surrounded by trees, mountains, and water. Signed "Korniloff." Displayed in a

0104: Framed Landscape by KorniloffEst. $280-$450Lot Passed

Blue & Yellow by Bert Miripolsky: Abstract painting from the estate of Bert Miripolsky, 1953. American artist Miripolsky studied painting at the Chicago Art Institute in the early 1940s and has exhibited throughout the world since

0106: Blue & Yellow by Bert MiripolskyEst. $750-$1,100Lot Passed

Feathery Red Abstract Painting: An enigmatic red abstract painting comprised of soft brush strokes in crimson against a black background, resembling a floating mass of red feathers. This work does not require a frame, as the sides

0107: Feathery Red Abstract PaintingEst. $400-$650Lot Passed

Mid-Century Oil Painting by Barbara Moore: This Mid-Century oil painting depicts a landscape filled with large oaks. The work, which rests in a ribbed wood frame painted white, is signed at the lower right, "Barbara Moore, 1963."

0108: Mid-Century Oil Painting by Barbara MooreEst. $550-$1,800Lot Passed

Mixed Media Collage of a Young Prince: This utterly unique mixed media collage combines newsprint, magazine cutouts, tissue paper and paint to create a depiction of a young prince seated on a throne. The nobleman is identifiable as such

0113: Mixed Media Collage of a Young PrinceEst. $450-$950Lot Passed

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*All items are sold as is - feel free to ask for detailed information regarding the condition of any items. Refinishing and re upholstery options may be available for a small fee. *While we will make our best effort to reveal all condition issues, some glass items such as coffee tables may have small scratches that are difficult to photograph. Please contact us with any concerns. *All lighting is sold as-is. Some lighting may have original wiring, specifically items that have come from Europe. Galerie Sommerlath recommends that buyers have a professional electrician view any vintage lighting purchases - rewire may be required. Galerie Sommerlath may be able to rewire vintage lighting purchases for a small fee. Please contact us with any questions about this.