Lalique dragonfly pendant earns $226K, sets record at Doyle

Gold, opal, plique-a-jour enamel, glass and diamond dragonfly pendant by Rene Lalique, which sold for $226,800 and a world auction record
Gold, opal, plique-a-jour enamel, glass and diamond dragonfly pendant by Rene Lalique, $226,800
Gold, opal, plique-a-jour enamel, glass and diamond dragonfly pendant by Rene Lalique, which sold for $226,800 and a world auction record

NEW YORK – Doyle held a highly successful auction of Important Jewelry on October 21 that saw prices soaring amid spirited bidding from around the globe. Showcased were luxurious jewels by the world’s most prestigious makers, including Graff, Cartier, Rene Lalique, David Webb, Van Cleef & Arpels and Tiffany & Co. from prominent estates and distinguished collections.

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Elizabeth Catlett bronzes add weight to Clars May 23 auction

Elizabeth Catlett, ‘Woman Fixing Her Hair,’ and ‘Untitled (Faces),’ respectively estimated at $40,000-$60,000 and $30,000-$50,000
Elizabeth Catlett, ‘Woman Fixing Her Hair,’ and ‘Untitled (Faces),’ respectively estimated at $40,000-$60,000 and $30,000-$50,000
Elizabeth Catlett works in bronze, ‘Woman Fixing Her Hair,’ and ‘Untitled (Faces),’ respectively estimated at $40,000-$60,000 and $30,000-$50,000

On May 23, Clars Auction Gallery will offer two exceptional bronze sculptures by Modernist African-American artist, Elizabeth Catlett (1915-2012) in its Jewelry, Furniture, Art, Asian Art sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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