CHICAGO – Hindman’s Modern Design and Early 20th Century Design Auctions on May 19 kick off a week of sales. One of the top lots included in the Modern Design sale is a pair of Sculptured Metal lounge chairs by Paul Evans (above). Completely original, even the upholstery, these chairs have been in the collection of one owner since their production and are classic examples using contrasting textures, patterns and materials that embody the era. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.
MOUNT CRAWFORD, Va. – Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates will conduct their 21st annual spring auction of 18th & 19th century glass and lighting on May 20 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.
MONROVIA, Calif. – Moran’s first Traditional Collector auction of the year realized strong prices for rare and wonderful examples of art and design across categories. Top-quality furnishings, décor, sculpture, and rugs commanded attention and brought high prices at the sale May 3. Moran’s transition to online sales has not only been smooth but has shown a marked increase in participation, boding well for the future of the market. Absentee and Internet live bidding was available through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW YORK – Christie’s Andy Warhol: Better Days online auction, which concluded May 6, totaled $272,125. The top lots were Andy Warhol’s Self-Portrait (above) which sold for $37,500; Flowers, which realized $16,250, against a low estimate of $3,000; and Andy Warhol and Henry Geldzahler, which realized $15,000.
OAKLAND, Calif. – Clars Auction Gallery will present its second iteration of the celebrity collection of Robin Williams in the upcoming May 17 auction. This extraordinary and eclectic collection is a reflection of the late comedian/actor’s varied interests. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW YORK – Whether used as a comfy bed covering or hung from a rack to decorate a wall, quilts have been present in American homes since Colonial days. In the 17th and 18th centuries, quilts were considered a necessary part of a bride’s hope chest. The best examples of the quilters’ art often remained there and survived in excellent condition. A large collection of antique quilts in vivid colors, intricate hand-stitched patterns and eye-dazzling designs will be sold at a Jasper52 online auction on Thursday, May 14. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW YORK – Renowned painter and printmaker Mary Cassatt never married or had children of her own but she excelled at creating a body of work painting mothers and children with a tenderness and intimacy few other artists have achieved.