Lalique aquarium, grand piano among top lots at John Moran sale

Lalique glass aquarium sculpture, $7,500
Lalique glass aquarium sculpture, $7,500
Lalique glass aquarium sculpture, $7,500

LOS ANGELES — To wrap up its 2022 schedule, John Moran Auctioneers held its Winter Traditional Collector auction on December 6. Having more than 350 lots, this sale included a collection of porcelain cockatoo figures, decorative bronze sculptures, Louis XVI and Louis XV-style furniture, an impressive selection of quality silver tableware and fine art from John Frederick Herring, Sr., and Emil Prinz. Among the highlights were noteworthy items in categories including fine art, decorative art and dinnerware. But the top lot was in furniture — a gilded Gaveau grand piano.

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Charleston Estate Auctions offers historic local treasures, August 1

Sterling silver repousse loving cup made by Hennegan, Bates & Co. Estimate $1,800-$2,200

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. – Charleston Estate Auctions‘ August 1 sale promises to be a spectacular event. The 392-lot auction features fabulous antiques from the historic Charleston Naval Base Admirals Home, Alfred Hutty etchings, Charleston sterling silver, a large selection of antique rugs, exceptional original artwork from Europe and the US, Asian antiques, cranberry glass, fine porcelain, a Louis Vuitton suitcase, and much more. Bidding will begin at 1 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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