Contemporary Art & Design 2024-03-09 Auction - 94 Price Results - Blair's Estate Sales in TN - Page 4
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George Nakashima Origins for WiddicombAshley Longshore Ben Franklin AcrylicMichael Goldberg (American, 1924-2007) Oil
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Ooltewah, TN, United States
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Contemporary Art & Design

A private collection of contemporary art from renowned artists including Ashley Longshore, Hunt Slonem, James Havard, Bruno Zupan, Michael Goldberg, Ed Nash, DeVon, and many more. This estate collection also includes designer furniture and objects by George Nakashima, Hunt Slonem, Annie Leibovitz, Dolce & Gobanna, Gabriela Noelle, Tom Dixon, Flavio Poli, and Gaetano Pesce. Additionally, the auction features a collection of fine African art.
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Makonde Hippo Chief Chair: This wooden hippopotamus chief chair carved by Makonde, Tanzania, was used by the family heads only. It was placed somewhere outside in the garden to rest, especially during the hot sun.
0076: Makonde Hippo Chief ChairEst. US$600-US$800
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Monumental Maasai Warrior & Bride Makonde: Pair of life-size wood-carved Maasai sculptures by Makonde, Tanzania. These sculptures depict a newlywed bride with traditional garments shortly after the wedding ceremony and a warrior holding a
0077: Monumental Maasai Warrior & Bride MakondeEst. US$2,000-US$2,500Lot Passed
Benin Bronze Cockerel 30": A 30" Benin cast bronze cockerel. Bronze cocks were used to decorate a shrine at the court of the Queen Mother in Benin. Roosters were the primary animals that were sacrificed on the altars
0078: Benin Bronze Cockerel 30"Est. US$600-US$800Lot Passed
Monumental Ife Bronze Fish Boat: A 76" elaborately cast bronze Ife fish vessel with a turtle pedestal. This beautiful sculpture is cast in the lost wax technique originating from Ife, Nigeria. Ife was a wealthy city-state that
0079: Monumental Ife Bronze Fish BoatEst. US$15,000-US$18,000Lot Passed
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Ngombe Ekele Chief Chair: This six-legged chair was hand-carved from a single piece of wood. This design is referred to as "Ekele" by the Ngombe peoples of the DR Congo. It was a prestigious piece of furniture to be used
0080: Ngombe Ekele Chief ChairEst. US$500-US$800
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Kurumba Antelope Mask: A mid-20th century wood carved, polychrome antelope mask is from Burkina Faso. Masks such as this are worn on top of the head during performances and are kept on altars when not being ritually worn.
0081: Kurumba Antelope MaskEst. US$300-US$400
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Queen Idia Benin Bronze Head: A cast bronze head commemorating Benin Queen Mother Idia. Queen Idia was the mother of Esigie, the Oba ruler of Benin. Queen Idia played an instrumental role in her son's successful military
0082: Queen Idia Benin Bronze HeadEst. US$400-US$600
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Dolce & Gabanna Sicily Expresso by Smeg: A retro-style expresso maker from the "Sicily Is My Love" Collection by Dolce & Gabanna. Manufactured by Smeg, Italy. Main features: The retro coffee machine belongs to the 50's Style line, which
0083: Dolce & Gabanna Sicily Expresso by SmegEst. US$700-US$900
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Loewe Weaves Galician Roasting Pot by Sotheby's: Loewe Weaves is a collection of vases of different kinds created in collaboration with the art house Sotheby’s. J.W. Anderson, Artistic Director of the Spanish house, called on master potter
0084: Loewe Weaves Galician Roasting Pot by Sotheby'sEst. US$400-US$700
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Loewe Weaves Galician Roasting Pot by Sotheby's: Loewe Weaves is a collection of vases of different kinds created in collaboration with the art house Sotheby’s. J.W. Anderson, Artistic Director of the Spanish house, called on master potter
0085: Loewe Weaves Galician Roasting Pot by Sotheby'sEst. US$300-US$600
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Restoration Hardware Armchairs: A pair of French Contemporary slope arm, low-back chairs by Restoration Hardware. Inspired by clean-lined classical forms, the French Contemporary chair collection is defined by simple silhouettes
0086: Restoration Hardware ArmchairsEst. US$1,200-US$1,600Lot Passed
EJ Victor Perrenials Social Sofa: A light gray sofa upholstered with trademark Perrenials fabric, part of the "Perrenials Social" collection by EJ Victor. This upholstery prides itself on its powerful stain-resistant covering. The
0087: EJ Victor Perrenials Social SofaEst. US$1,200-US$1,500Lot Passed
Julian Chichester 54" Marble Table: "Rotary Table" designed by Julian Chichester. The Rotary Table has a commanding presence that is reminiscent of Henry Moore and Noguchi. The Brutalist texture is finished in Dante Brass and a 1"
0088: Julian Chichester 54" Marble TableEst. US$2,500-US$3,000Lot Passed
French Dressing Mirror 82": A contemporary 'floor-to-ceiling' dressing mirror with an antique white finish. A French design with an inset oval beveled mirror.
0089: French Dressing Mirror 82"Est. US$300-US$500Lot Passed
Fluorescent Custom Armchair: A custom contemporary armchair with a fluorescent yellow frame and beige upholstery. The fluorescent paint has an enamel-like gloss finish.
0090: Fluorescent Custom ArmchairEst. US$250-US$400Lot Passed
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Chinoiserie Ceramic Jars: A pair of large and unusual contemporary Chinoiserie lidded jars. These jars feature Oriental motifs including lotus flower, koi fish, and seagrass. Each jar is fitted with a ruffled edge lid.
0091: Chinoiserie Ceramic JarsEst. US$400-US$600
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Handcrafted Driftwood Chair: A wonderfully composed driftwood armchair, fitted with a Tibetan lambs wool seat cushion. The dense driftwood composition makes this chair very sturdy and weighs around 75 pounds.
0092: Handcrafted Driftwood ChairEst. US$500-US$700
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Ed Nash "Nautilus" Acrylic: An original acrylic on board by Ed Nash. Titled "Nautilus" and signed on the lower right-hand corner. Set in a gold floating frame. Provenance: Gallery 1401, Chattanooga, TN.
0093: Ed Nash "Nautilus" AcrylicEst. US$1,600-US$2,100
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Verellen "Elliott" Ottoman 60": A silver basket weave pattern ottoman designed by Verellen. The ottoman is covered in Verellen's Rodolph woven strip pattern and is finished with a lustrous silver fabric. The ottoman is set on
0094: Verellen "Elliott" Ottoman 60"Est. US$1,000-US$1,500
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Restoration Hardware "Bezier" Armoire: Designed by the Van Thiels, the Bezier collection's slender metal accents are a striking counterpoint to the naturally rich grain of white oak. Inspired by 1970s postmodern design, the silhouette's
0095: Restoration Hardware "Bezier" ArmoireEst. US$2,000-US$2,500Lot Passed
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JBL Paragon C44 Stereo Cabinet: A legendary JBL Paragon C44 Speaker System. Designed by Arnold Wolf from a concept elaborated by Richard Ranger. Serial Number 41391. Original pamphlets included with the stereo as photographed.
0097: JBL Paragon C44 Stereo CabinetEst. US$8,000-US$12,000
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