Artemis Gallery presents Marc Amiguet Schmitt cultural art collection, Oct. 20

Large Pre-Columbian Maya, Late Classic, circa 550-900CE, polychrome incensario fragment of sun god Kinich Ajaw (or Kinich Ahau), also designated as ‘God G’ when referring to codices. Size: 10.8in wide x 11.8in high. Provenance: Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet’s Ancient Art. Estimate $4,000-$6,000

BOULDER, Colo. – On Thursday, October 20, Artemis Gallery will conduct a very special auction featuring the cultural art collection of Marc Amiguet Schmitt, a respected lifelong antiquities dealer and owner of Amiguet’s Ancient Art. While Marc only lived to age 49, his impact was great, especially in Pre-Columbian art circles.

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Antique pedals cars took the lead at Milestone’s $500K toy auction

American National Deluxe Coupe pedal car, luxury version with opening doors, sliding windows, interior upholstery and curtains. Length: 68 inches. Sold for $66,000 against an estimate of $20,000-$40,000

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – Milestone Auctions gave collectors what they wanted on September 24th, rolling out a diverse offering of antique and vintage toys from the Mark Smith collection along with high-quality additions from several other consignors. The 755-lot sale was active from start to finish, with many international bidders taking part. After a long but rewarding day at the podium, auctioneer and company co-founder Miles King closed the books at $505,200 (inclusive of buyer’s premium).

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Herend, Steuben, Daum and more at SJ Auctioneers, Oct. 23

Extra-large black fishnet pattern Herend elephant, estimated at $2,500-$5,000
Extra large black fishnet pattern Herend elephant, estimated at $2,500-$5,000
Extra-large black fishnet pattern Herend elephant, estimated at $2,500-$5,000

BROOKLYN, N.Y. – SJ Auctioneers will hold an online-only Fall for the Auction of Collectibles sale on Sunday, October 23, beginning at 4 pm Eastern time. The auction features more than 250 lots of toy cars and trains, paperweights, art glass, porcelain, decor, sterling silver, jewelry and Disney collectibles. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Stephanie Seymour-worn Versace gown headlines Jasper52 Oct. 19 sale

1990s Gianni Versace-designed black evening dress worn by Stephanie Seymour, estimated at $126,000-$151,000
1990s Gianni Versace-designed black evening dress worn by Stephanie Seymour, estimated at $126,000-$151,000
1990s Gianni Versace-designed black evening dress worn by Stephanie Seymour, estimated at $126,000-$151,000

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, October 19, starting at 7 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will hold an Exclusive Versace Collection sale featuring 700 lots of clothing and accessories from the Italian design house founded by the late Gianni Versace. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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