Montague Dawson (British, 1895-1973), untitled oil-on-board painting of ships in a harbor. Signed at lower left. Label on verso from Frost & Reed, London. Size: 19½ x 23½in (sight). Reputedly, the work was originally commissioned for The White House. Estimate $15,000-$25,000
FALLS CHURCH, Va. – On Friday, June 9, 2023, Quinn’s Auction Galleries will conduct a beautifully curated Fine & Decorative Arts sale featuring American, European, Asian and modern art. All bidding will be online through LiveAuctioneers; no in-person gallery bidding.
Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth Saxony, lobster-tail hussar’s helmet with wings, circa 17th-18th century AD, reign of August II the Strong. Round skull with six vertical ridges, horizontal visor with attached narrow face guard. Wings adorned with openwork heart shapes. Provenance: Property of European collector; formerly in private German collection. Estimate £4,500-£9,000 ($5,555-$11,110)
LONDON – Apollo Art Auctions, the premier choice for authentic, expertly vetted ancient art and antiquities, takes pleasure in announcing highlights of its June 10-11 gallery auction, with absentee and Internet live bidding available through LiveAuctioneers. In addition to exquisite, professionally vetted cultural art, artifacts and jewelry, the 702-lot auction broadens the buying horizons for collectors of ancient arms and armor with the addition of post-16th-century weaponry.
Pikesman’s suit of armor dating to the 16th or 17th century, estimated at €2,500-€5,000
MUNICH, Germany – From January 30 to February 3, Hermann Historica will lure bidders to their screens with almost 3,500 spectacular and delightful objects. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
Circa-1600 north Italian helmet of Savoyard type, est. €10,000-€20,000
MUNICH, Germany – Once again, Hermann Historica boasts a diverse lineup of consignments in its large Autumn Auction, taking place from November 22 to 26. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
Circa-1560 black and white half armor for a man-at-arms, which sold for €31,250
MUNICH – Excellent prices were achieved in all specialist areas represented by Hermann Historica GmbH during its May and June auctions. From an Egyptian wooden statuette to the most delicate lace-trimmed imperial garments to colossal 1930s vehicles, the lots on offer met with considerable interest. And so, from May 26-28; June 1 and 2; and from June 21 to 25, the auction house’s international clientele enjoyed exceptionally gratifying sales.
Black and white half armor from South Germany, estimated at €24,000-€48,000
MUNICH – Hermann Historica‘s May 27 auction celebrates the creations of early armorers and blacksmiths. Their impressive craftsmanship is clearly evident in the 322 lots, with a range of medieval and early modern objects from arsenals and royal armories. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
ATLANTA – At the beginning of every month, ACN columnist Ken Hall delivers top auction highlights from around the United States and the world at large. Here’s his May 2021 Gallery Report. All prices include the buyer’s premium, except where noted.