William Edmondson ‘Nurse’ leads robust winter auction at Case

There has been strong demand at the national level lately for carved limestone sculptures by self-taught African-American artist William Edmondson (Tennessee, 1874-1951). His 14-inch sculpture of a nurse earned $129,800 (est. $80,000-$90,000). Case Antiques Auction image

 

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – A William Edmondson carved limestone sculpture of a nurse injected excitement into the Jan. 21 Case Antiques Auction, drawing a healthy winning bid of $129,800 and also boosting interest in an institutional collection of outsider art (all prices include the buyer’s premium). Absentee and Internet live bidding was available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Robsjohn-Gibbings Furniture Auction, Charlie Brown & MetLife Part Ways, and More Fresh News

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings custom-made sofa/daybed consisting of three sectional pieces plus a bolster pillow. The ensemble is depicted in situ in the book ‘Mr. Tom Davis, White Shadows, Palm Springs,’ page 17. Est. $5,000-$10,000

 

News and updates from around the arts and auction community:

  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976) was the most celebrated interior designer of the late 1930s/1940s. His custom-made furniture graced some of America’s finest mid-century homes, like White Shadow, in Rancho Mirage, California. Robsjohn-Gibbings furniture from White Shadow is being auctioned on Feb. 5. [Read more from Art Daily]
  • After 30 memorable years, MetLife is parting ways with the Peanuts characters that have been such a highly visible part of their marketing. But never fear, Peanuts fans, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus and Snoopy have plenty of places to land. [Read more from Fortune]
  • Screen-worn costumes, handwritten lyrics and personal property of top celebrities will be auctioned by Guernsey’s on March 11-12. A portion of the proceeds will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. [Read more from KFVS-TV]
  • A 48-star U.S. flag from one of the first naval vessels to land on Utah Beach in Normandy has sold for $90,000, inclusive of buyer’s premium. Milestone Auctions in Ohio conducted the sale of the precious WWII relic. [Read more from LiveAuctioneers]

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Vintage or modern, prize pieces sparkle in Jasper52 jewelry sale Feb. 4

Tiffany & Co. platinum diamond and sapphire bypass ring featuring a GIA-graded 1.78 carat old European cut diamond and a round cut sapphire with an estimated weight of 2.10cts, size 5 1/2. Estimate: $16,000-$20,000. Jasper52 image

 

NEW YORK – Modern and vintage pieces mingle beautifully in a diverse jewelry auction presented by Jasper52 on Saturday, Feb. 4. Tiffany, Cartier and Van Cleef are just a few of the famous names offered, boasting classic designs as well as modern interpretations. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.

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