AFTER DARK/SUMMER 2026 Auction on Jun 18, 2026 by Vallot Auctioneers in RI - Page 5
AFTER DARK/SUMMER 2026
Raymond Han (American, 1931-2017)Paul Cadmus (American, 1904-1999)Cornelius McCarthy (British, 1935-2009)
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AFTER DARK/SUMMER 2026

Our AFTER DARK/SUMMER auction features fine art that celebrates the beauty of the male form across a variety of genres and mediums, from late 19th-Century depictions of affectionate men, to daring new approaches to gender and sexuality in contemporary art. Our latest catalog showcases exceptional works from gay trailblazers such as Paul Cadmus, Wilhelm von Gloeden, Ren? Bolliger, Sam Steward, and many more. Highlights include: An albumen photograph from Wilhelm von Gloeden?s famous body of work on the Sicilian Nude. An intimate drawing by the famous WPA artist Paul Cadmus, featuring himself and his partner Jon Anderson. A series of rare drawings from the portfolio of Sam Steward. Two exceptional paintings by the virtuosic Korean-Hawai?ian painter Raymond Han. Two scarce and unconventional paintings by the Egyptian-Senegalese master Samir Sobhy. A series of preparatory drawings and finished illustrations by The Hun with excellent provenance. An original drawing by the Swiss-French gay underground illustrator Ren? Bolliger. ?and many more.
Auction Curators:
Barry Oliver
American & European Fine & Decorative Arts
Alex Burgamy
AFTER DARK Specialist, LGBTQ+ Fine Art
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David Eugene Henry (American, b. 1946): Chuck. Charcoal on toned paper. Signed on the center right, along the arm of the subject, "Henry". 16 3/4 x 13 1/4 in (42.5 x 33.7 cm). Provenance: Acquired from the artist.
0099: David Eugene Henry (American, b. 1946)Est.
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Robert J. Hughes (American, 20th Century): Untitled (Man Revealing Cock). Oil on canvas. Signed on the bottom left, "R. Hughes". 20 x 16 in (50.8 x 40.6 cm). Provenance: Property of a Provincetown, Massachusetts Estate.
0100: Robert J. Hughes (American, 20th Century)Est.
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Robert J. Hughes (American, 20th Century): Untitled (3/4 Leaning Nude). Oil on canvas. Signed on the bottom right, "R. Hughes". 24 x 18 in (60.9 x 45.7 cm). Provenance: Property of a Provincetown, Massachusetts Estate.
0101: Robert J. Hughes (American, 20th Century)Est.
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Earl Blust (American, 1932-2023): Untitled (Seated Nude). Oil on canvas. Signed on the bottom right, "Blust". 40 x 30 in (101.6 x 76.2 cm). Provenance: Property of a Provincetown, Massachusetts Estate.
0102: Earl Blust (American, 1932-2023)Est.
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John Swinton (Canadian, b. 1952): Pillar of Regret. Oil on wood panel. Custom artist frame. Sight: 25 x 10 1/4 (63.4 x 26 cm) Framed: 28 1/4 x 13 1/2 (71.6 x 34.2 cm). Provenance: Property of a Private Massachusetts Collection.
0103: John Swinton (Canadian, b. 1952)Est.
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David Cain (American, 1928-2017): Land of Dreams, c. 1990. Oil on board. Framed. Joel of the Golden Hill Paugussett Nation looking over the Menunketesuck River in Westbrook, Connecticut. Signed on the bottom right, "Cain"; Artist
0104: David Cain (American, 1928-2017)Est.
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David Cain (American, 1928-2017): Untitled (Nude Matt of Darien), c. 1990. Pastel on paper. Framed. Signed on the bottom right, "Cain"; Artist label on the verso. Sight: 13 3/4 x 18 3/4 in (34.9 x 47.6 cm). Framed: 21 1/4 x 26 1/4in
0105: David Cain (American, 1928-2017)Est.
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John Slaby (American, b. 1983): Male Nude Study, 2003. Oil on paper. Signed and dated on the left, below the figure's foot, "Slaby 03". 10 x 12 in (25.4 x 30.5 cm). Provenance: Property of a Private Massachusetts Collection.
0106: John Slaby (American, b. 1983)Est.
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20th Century American Artist: Untitled (Young Man Showing-off his Package). Gouache and pencil on gray-toned paper. Framed. Sight: 15 1/2 x 11 1/2 in (39.3 x 29.2 cm) Framed: 18 3/4 x 14 3/4 in (47.5 x 37.3 cm) Provenance:
0107: 20th Century American ArtistEst.
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20th Century American Artist: Untitled (Man in his Underwear). Oil on board. Framed. Sight: 19 1/4 x 15 1/4 in (48.8 x 38.9 cm) Framed: 28 1/2 x 24 3/4 in (72.6 x 62.9 cm) Provenance: Property of a Private Massachusetts
0108: 20th Century American ArtistEst.
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20th Century American Artist: Untitled (Male Nude). Oil on canvas. Sight: 27 1/4 x 21 1/2 in (69.6 x 54.4 cm). Framed: 30 1/2 x 24 3/4 in (77.6 x 62.5 cm). Provenance: Property of a Private Connecticut Collection.
0109: 20th Century American ArtistEst.
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20th Century American Artist: Untitled (Thick Male Nude). Chalk pastel on paper. Signed on the top right, "Rhoads". 29 1/4 x 21 1/2 in (74.5 x 55.1 cm). Provenance: Property of a Private Massachusetts Collection.
0110: 20th Century American ArtistEst.
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Norma Bergerac (American, 1932-2004): Untitled (Rum Tum Tugger). Pastel on paper. Signed or annotated on the bottom center, "N. Bergerac". This would appear to be a risqué costume study for the show, further details about its history
0111: Norma Bergerac (American, 1932-2004)Est.
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Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959): Take It, 2009. Acrylic, gouache, ink, pastel, and pencil on board. Signed and dated on the bottom left, "KENT 2009". 12 x 16 in (30.5 x 40.6 cm). Provenance: Acquired from the artist.
0112: Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959)Est.
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Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959): Juicy Fruit, 2011. Acrylic, gouache, ink, pastel, and pencil on board. Signed and dated on the bottom right, "KENT 2011". 12 x 16 in (30.5 x 40.6 cm). Provenance: Acquired from the artist.
0113: Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959)Est.
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Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959): Untitled (Tropical Nude),1991. Graphite on paper. Framed. Signed and dated on the right, "KENT 91". 15 1/2 x 14 1/2 in (39.4 x 36.8 cm) 19 1/2 x 25 1/2 in (49.5 x 64.8 cm). Provenance: Property of a
0120: Kent Neffendorf (American, b. 1959)Est.
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