Tag Archive for: Art Deco

Aquamarines: The March birthstone is always in a blue mood

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A natural 3.48-ctw aquamarine and diamond ring in 14K white gold sold for $710,900 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021 at World Jewelry Auctions. Image courtesy of World Jewelry Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.

A natural 3.48-ctw aquamarine and diamond ring in 14K white gold sold for $710,900 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021. Image courtesy of World Jewelry Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — The birthstone of March, the aquamarine, is well named, drawn from the Latin words for water, aqua, and the sea, marina. The gemstone’s coloration, which can range from the palest blue to a dark blue, certainly evokes the colors of the sea. Aquamarines are popular in jewelry and can be cut into a variety of shapes. Emerald, round or brilliant cuts are most commonly used to bring out the stone’s beauty.

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Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200

Hermann Historica offers jewelry, swords & Willi Engelhardt art, Jan. 31-Feb. 1

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Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200


Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200

MUNICH – A cornucopia of art, antiques and magnificent showpieces will come under the hammer in the online-only auction of Hermann Historica, taking place from January 31 to February 4. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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William Merritt Chase, ‘Portrait, After Velasquez,’ est. $10,000-$15,000

William Merritt Chase painting headlines at Roland, Jan. 28-29

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William Merritt Chase, ‘Portrait, After Velasquez,’ est. $10,000-$15,000

William Merritt Chase (American, 1849-1916), ‘Portrait, After Velasquez,’ est. $10,000-$15,000

GLEN COVE, N.Y. – Roland Auctions NY will present two days of auctions with its Private Collector Sale on Friday, January 28 at 10 am Eastern time, featuring more than 300 antique through contemporary frames, along with fine art, furniture and rugs, all from the collection of a prominent Manhattan art dealer. In addition, Roland will host its Winter Wonderland Auction on Saturday, January 29 at 10 am Eastern time. It will feature fresh-to-market lots of fine art, furniture, antiques, decorative arts and collectibles gathered from multiple estates in the tri-state area. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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A Daum Nancy cameo art glass vase with floral, spider web and bee motifs sold for $11,000 plus the buyer’s premium in March 2021. Image courtesy of Woody Auction LLC and LiveAuctioneers

Reinvention fuels success of glass legend Daum

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A Daum Nancy cameo art glass vase with floral, spider web and bee motifs sold for $11,000 plus the buyer’s premium in March 2021. Image courtesy of Woody Auction LLC and LiveAuctioneers

A Daum Nancy cameo art glass vase with floral, spider web and bee motifs sold for $11,000 plus the buyer’s premium in March 2021. Image courtesy of Woody Auction LLC and LiveAuctioneers

NEW YORK – Daum, a luxury art glass company founded in 1878 in Nancy, France, is famed for its eclectic range of innovative and delightful creations. While Daum reached the apex of its cultural influence during the Art Nouveau period, it has survived and flourished by pointedly refusing to rest on its beautifully gilded laurels.

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Interior of La Belle Epoque Gallery, a new two-level, 5,000-square-foot boutique auction house in New York that will hold its first sale on January 22, 2022.

New York’s La Belle Epoque Auction Gallery to launch in February

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Interior of La Belle Epoque Gallery, a new two-level, 5,000-square-foot boutique auction house in New York that will hold its first sale on January 22, 2022.

Interior of La Belle Epoque Auction Gallery, a new two-level, 5,000-square-foot boutique auction house in New York that will hold its first sale on February 5, 2022.

NEW YORK – New York City is about to welcome a brand new, full-service auction house. La Belle Epoque Auction Gallery will open its doors in February 2022, offering a friendly new auction experience to art and antique lovers, dealers, collectors, first-time buyers and consignors.

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Complete set of William Pickering’s ‘Book of Common Prayer,’ est. $3,000-$5,000

PBA Galleries offers strong books & manuscripts lineup Dec. 2

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Complete set of William Pickering’s ‘Book of Common Prayer,’ est. $3,000-$5,000

Complete set of William Pickering’s ‘Book of Common Prayer,’ est. $3,000-$5,000

BERKELEY, Calif. – PBA Galleries announced it will hold an auction of Antiquarian Books on December 2. The sale comprises nearly 250 lots featuring children’s books, works from the golden age of illustration, posters, decorative and graphic arts, and antiquarian books. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jean-Pierre Cassignueul, ‘At the Races,’ $20,000-$40,000

Kamelot to wrap October with three days of outstanding sales

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Jean-Pierre Cassignueul, ‘At the Races,’ $20,000-$40,000

Jean-Pierre Cassignueul, ‘At the Races,’ $20,000-$40,000

PHILADELPHIA – Kamelot Auctions will hold three days of sales in late October: French, Italian and American Modern furniture, lighting, and decorative arts on October 26; an interiors sale on October 27; and a continental and Victorian sale on October 28. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Platinum diamond and sapphire ring, est. $7,000-$8,000

Aug. 10 auction showcases stunning antique jewelry collection

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Platinum diamond and sapphire ring, est. $7,000-$8,000

Platinum diamond and sapphire ring, est. $7,000-$8,000

NEW YORK – Heirloom jewelry carries its own unique magic. Even if a given piece is not to your taste, it’s hard to deny the romance of knowing that your grandmother wore these glamorous Colombian emerald drop earrings, or your great-great grandfather proposed to his bride with this five-carat diamond ring, or the eldest daughter in your mother’s line has worn the princess-length ruby necklace you’re holding for six generations and counting.

On August 10, starting at 5 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will host a Stunning Antique Jewelry Collection sale. You’re almost certain to find something you’ll like among the 91 lots of rings, brooches, bracelets, earrings, and necklaces. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000

Single-owner collection sparkles in Freeman’s May 19 Jewelry and Watches auction

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Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000

Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Freeman’s is pleased to present the collection of a prominent Philadelphia lady, a single-collection highlight of our May 19 Jewelry and Watches auction. The 42-lot collection features a wide range of beautiful jewelry and accessories, including pieces from leading design houses, many in Art Deco and Retro styles. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Circa early 1930s Cartier mystery clock, estimated at €400,000-€600,000

Piasa offers spectacular 1930s Cartier mystery clock

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Circa early 1930s Cartier mystery clock, estimated at €400,000-€600,000

Circa early 1930s Cartier mystery clock, estimated at €400,000-€600,000

PARIS – As part of the Jewelry and Watches sale on May 19, Piasa is proud to present an Art Deco mystery clock made by Cartier in the early 1930s and estimated at €400,000-€600,000. This clock, which has hands that seem to float magically in the dial, will make its auction debut. It has not appeared on the market since its creation by the Cartier Paris workshops. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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