Barry Kieselstein-Cord jewelry: bold, gold and glorious

A Barry Kieselstein-Cord 18K gold alligator-form cuff bracelet achieved $10,000 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2022. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers.
A Barry Kieselstein-Cord 18K gold alligator-form cuff bracelet achieved $10,000 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2022. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers.
A Barry Kieselstein-Cord 18K gold alligator-form cuff bracelet achieved $10,000 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2022. Image courtesy of Hindman and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — The term “wearable art” is thrown around loosely and liberally when it comes to jewelry, but some designers take it to the next level, creating highly sculptural and artistic pieces. Barry Kieselstein-Cord (American, b. 1943-) has dwelled at the place where art and fashion meet since introducing sterling silver belt buckles in the early 1970s that were instantly coveted, launching and cementing his reputation.

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Ruhlmann sideboard could sell for $100K at Nadeau’s Jan. 1 sale

Emile Jacques Ruhlmann sideboard, est. $50,000-$100,000
Emile Jacques Ruhlmann sideboard, est. $50,000-$100,000
Emile Jacques Ruhlmann sideboard, est. $50,000-$100,000

WINDSOR, Conn. – Nadeau’s Auction Gallery is excited to announce its annual New Year’s Day sales event starting at 10am Eastern time. The sale features top-tier collections from New England and the mid-Atlantic area, including property from the estate of Alexis Gregory (1936-2020), a collector, philanthropist, author, and founder of the prestigious Vendome Prize in music. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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