Tiffany, Sevres command impressive prices at Clars auction

This impressive and important pair of American sterling silver candelabra sold for $52,275. Clars Auction Gallery image

OAKLAND, Calif.  –  Exceptional offerings in both decorative arts and fine art led the sale at Clars’ Nov. 18 Fine Art, Decorative Art, Furniture, Jewelry and Asian Art Auction. The impressive works in the auction drew bidders from around the world resulting in strong prices and a few exciting surprises. The investment level property offered at this sale came from prominent California estates, museums, private institutions and special collections. Absentee and Internet live bidding was available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Kensington Estate Auctions brimming with Moorcroft pottery Dec. 3

Macintyre Moorcroft bowl, Revived Cornflower design, circa 1913. Kensington Estate Auctions image

CLINTONDALE, N.Y. – Kensington Estate Auctions’ online sale Dec. 3 will offer an array of British and Dutch pottery; fine art from the 19th and 20th centuries; antiquarian books; sculptures; sterling silver; illustrations; theater, sports and political memorabilia; jewelry; rugs and stoneware. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Pop and street art meet in Jasper52 prints auction Dec. 5

‘Girl with Red Heart Balloon,’ attributed to Banksy, stencil/spray on metal road sign, 24 inches in diameter. Estimate: $700-$800. Jasper52 image

NEW YORK – Jasper52’s Street Art & Pop Art Prints online auction on Dec. 5 features affordable works by renowned artists such as Banksy, Keith Haring, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and Robert Indiana. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.

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