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This auction features a remarkable selection of antiques and rare items, including movie memorabilia from The Sound of Music. There is also an outstanding collection of new chandeliers and lighting by Cyan Design, in which bids will be starting at 95 percent below retail.
Lot no. 2 is The Sound of Music neon marquee sign, circa 1962-1963. This was used during The Sound of Music’s run at the Mark Hellinger Theatre on Broadway, beginning Nov. 6, 1962. This is a genuine piece of movie memorabilia and a treasured collectible. The sign has bold, block uppercase letters, that are white enameled with interior light bulbs. Bid estimates are between $8,000 to $10,000.
Lot no. 14 is a beautiful Versailles Antoinette 18-light, two-tier crystal chandelier by Cyan Lighting. This item retails at $7,447, and has an antique silver finish, with Imperial crystal. Cyan Lighting has combined classic design with superb craftsmanship in a single work of art, creating a work of enduring beauty. This is a treasure which transcends the current fad or fashion, and is a unique possession for the fortunate owner, which can be appreciated for generations to come.
Lot no. 15 is Orca Mellenium, a limited edition Lucite and pewter sculpture by artist Robert Wyland, and is numbered and engraved with Wyland’s official signature. Its condition is rated as excellent. This piece was bought at the artist’s gallery in Key West, Fla. The 1999 production was limited to a 2,000-piece run to commemorate the new millennium. Its rarity and value are accentuated by the fact that it was the number 2 piece produced from the original mold that was destroyed.
Lot no. 17 is the Dancer of Kapurthala, by Demeter H. Chiparus (1886-1947). This incredible bronze and ivory figure was produced circa 1925, and belongs to the mature period of Chiparus’s oeuvre, and reflects the influence of the cabaret culture and aesthetic functionalism on figurative art. The title of the sculpture was taken from an Indian City, and is an example of the striking stage names adopted by dancers of the time. This item is valued at between $40,000 and $60,000. The Dancer of Kapurthala has been featured in art publications all over the world.
Over 275 lots are on auction, with some items starting at $15. Bidders will be delighted with the discovery of one-of-a-kind collectible items on the block. Art lovers and antique collectors are urged to visit the website to examine the items, register to bid, and enter their prebids prior to the date of the auction.
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