NEW YORK – Beautiful European ceramics, impressive antique furniture, modern decorative art and colorful Murano glass are among the unique treasures entered in Jasper52’s August 21 Inspired Interiors Decorative Arts Auction. More than 200 fully curated lots were chosen for the elegant lineup offered exclusively through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW YORK – During the summer, when auction schedules slow down, The Hot Bid showcases items that have set world auction records.
What you see: A Karl Lagerfeld fashion drawing, done in the 1960s while he was working for the House of Tiziani. Palm Beach Modern Auctions sold it in April 2019 for $6,000 (inclusive of buyer’s premium), a record for a Karl Lagerfeld fashion drawing.
SILVER SPRING, Md. – A coalition of conservation organizations are teaming up with AZA-accredited zoos to organize a series of ivory surrender events that encourage public participation in the fight to save elephants from wildlife trafficking. Taking place at leading zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) across the U.S., the public will be able to bring their unwanted ivory for proper disposal.
Nothing adds elegance to a dinner table like the soft shine of antique silver. Some of the finest pieces are those created in France, like the examples offered in Jasper52’s August 20 auction. From Puiforcat to Tetard Freres and more, the 84-lot selection features globally renowned names in the art of silver-making. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The installation of a mini-golf course in the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City has been so successful that tee times will now be available through Oct. 14. Art Course was originally set to close after Labor Day.
LOS ANGELES – Julien’s Auctions has announced that “Property from the Life and Career of Marilyn Monroe” will headline the company’s Nov. 1-2 Legendary Women of Hollywood auction. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
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