Turner Auctions has WWI posters in its sights May 30

Georges Dorival (1879-1968), vintage World War I poster, ‘Foyer means home in France,’ 1918, 28½ x 39in. stimate $300-$500. Turner Auctions

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Turner Auctions + Appraisals will present the Hilman Walker Collection, showcasing an array of French posters from World War I and American posters from World Wars I and II on Saturday, May 30. The sale also offers other war-era lithographs by Lucien-Hector Jonas; a large replica of the USS Mahan (DLG-11) and related items; and tableware, posters and memorabilia from the United States Lines. Several lots from other collectors include World War I photographs and a World War II roadside billboard. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Ancient Resource Auctions to sell fine antiquities May 30

Well-preserved skull of an aurochs, an extinct species of wild cattle dating back 10,000-25,000 years to the Late Pleistocene era, on a custom-built wooden base. Estimate: $18,000-$25,000. Ancient Resource image

MONTROSE, Calif. – An exceptionally well-preserved skull of an aurochs, an extinct species of wild cattle dating back 10,000-25,000 years, an Etruscan terra-cotta female votive head from the fourth century B.C., and an Apulian red-figure hydria from around the same period are a few the leading lots in Ancient Resource Auctions’ online-only Auction #84. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Nye & Co. to offer Haring, Moore artworks May 27-28

Keith Haring (American, 1958-1990), Untitled (Subway Drawing), chalk on two joined sheets of paper, executed circa 1982-1984. Nye & Company image

BLOOMFIELD, N.J. – A late spring auction just after Memorial Day offers an eclectic mix of fine and decorative arts with a focus on modern art and traditional European and American furniture. The Estate Treasures Auction, Part 1 and 2, is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, May 27 and 28 by Nye & Company Auctioneers, online-only, starting both days at 10 a.m. Eastern time. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Renoir study leads Hindman fine art sale May 20

Pierre-Auguste Renoir (French, 1841-1919), circa 1885, watercolor, pen, ink and pencil on paper, signed Renoir (lower center),11½ x 13½. Estimate: $70,000-$90,000. Hindman image

CHICAGO – Hindman’s will off more than 100 lots of American and European Art on Wednesday, May 20, starting at 10 a.m. Central time/11 a.m. Eastern. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Michaan’s May 14 auction delivers glamorous art, jewels, Old West books

Louis Icart (French 1888-1950) “Perfect Harmony” aquatint etching. Estimate: $800-$1,200

ALAMEDA, Calif. – No matter where you are during this unforgettable season, spring 2020, the fabulous finds at Michaan’s Auctions are within reach. Michaan’s May 15 Gallery Auction, offered for online and absentee bidding only, features a collection of earthly delights curated with care by Michaan’s specialists. Glamorous Art Deco etchings, fine Chinese porcelains, diamonds and rare books are among the highlights. View the catalog and bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Hindman design auctions May 19 cover 20th century

Paul Evans pair of sculptured metal lounge chairs. Estimate: $8,000-$12,000. Hindman image

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.

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Clars presents art from Robin Williams estate May 17

Albert Paley (American, b. 1944), forged steel and glass coffee table, 15in high x 30in diameter. Estimate: $6,000-$9,000. Clars image

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.

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