Pleasingly eclectic Pebble Beach estate collection offered at Turner, April 22

1920s Egyptian Revival beaded and embroidered purse, estimated at $100-$200
1920s Egyptian Revival beaded and embroidered purse, estimated at $100-$200
1920s Egyptian Revival beaded and embroidered purse, estimated at $100-$200

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – Turner Auctions + Appraisals will present The Pebble Beach Estate of Norman Lausten on Saturday, April 22. Reflecting Lausten’s passion for collecting that spanned more than seven decades, this online auction features an eclectic array of more than 330 lots in diverse categories. It includes books, directories and other printed material; jewelry, clothing, shoes, and accessories for women and men; objects related to automobiles and bicycles; knives; silver certificates; artworks; Asian collectibles; musical instruments; war items; and a variety of mechanical devices such as cameras, radios, steam engines and telescopes. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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French Art Deco gaming table betting on success at Ahlers & Ogletree, Apr. 20-22

Nicola Simbari, ‘Sail Boats in Puerto Marques,’ estimated at $4,000-$6,000
Nicola Simbari, ‘Sail Boats in Puerto Marques,’ estimated at $4,000-$6,000

ATLANTA – An equestrian study in oil by Rosa Bonheur (French, 1822-1899), a scene of colorful sailboats on a beach by Nicola Simbari (Italian, 1927-2012), and a large bronze winter scene sculpture after Evgeni Lanceray (Russian and French, 1848-1886), are among the expected top lots in Ahlers & Ogletree’s three-session April Estates & Collections auction. It is slated for Thursday, April 20, Friday April 21 and Saturday, April 22, starting at 10 am Eastern time all three days. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Dazzling dragonfly brooch could land among top lots in Aug. 3 sale

Gaston Lafitte 18K gold onyx and diamond dragonfly brooch, est. $90,000-$108,000
Gaston Lafitte 18K gold onyx and diamond dragonfly brooch, est. $90,000-$108,000
Gaston Lafitte 18K gold, onyx and diamond dragonfly brooch, est. $90,000-$108,000

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, August 3, starting at 1 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present a sale of Antique and Contemporary Designer Jewelry. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Auctions at Showplace presents the rare and unusual, April 24

French articulated artist’s wooden horse model, est. $1,500-$2,500
French articulated artist’s wooden horse model, est. $1,500-$2,500
French articulated artist’s wooden horse model, est. $1,500-$2,500

NEW YORK – Auctions at Showplace will present a sale of 280 lots from New York City Metropolitan area estates on Sunday, April 24. Offerings will include furniture by Paul McCobb, George Nakashima, Paul Evans, and Fritz Hansen. Other highlights include a French articulated horse model, Louis Mendez sculptures, and art and prints from Cindy Sherman, Salvador Dali, Daniele Donde, Robert Gwathmey and Umetaro Azechi. A wide array of silver, porcelain, glass, jewelry and paintings complete the sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Designer creations add cachet to April 7 gold jewelry auction

Yellow diamond engagement ring by Neil Lane, est. $8,000-$10,000
Yellow diamond engagement ring by Neil Lane, est. $8,000-$10,000
Yellow diamond engagement ring by Neil Lane, est. $8,000-$10,000

NEW YORK – A 14K gold ladies’ two-strand ball bead necklace, a yellow diamond engagement ring by Neil Lane, and a 14K gold fancy link collar necklace will jockey for top lot status at Jasper52’s Fine Designer and Gold Jewelry auction, which will be held Thursday, April 7, beginning at 7 pm Eastern time. Other pieces of note in the 476-lot sale include a Tiffany & Co. mid-century 18K gold, diamond and ruby brooch in the shape of a walrus, fitted with 18K white gold tusks; a pair of Garavelli Design House 18K yellow and white gold lattice half hoop earrings; a GIA-certified unheated pink sapphire and diamond heart necklace; an 18K gold fancy bar link necklace by Adler; a pair of 18K rose gold pink morganite and diamond halo drop earrings by Kobelli; a London blue topaz and diamond ring by Jude Frances; a 14K gold heavy Omega link collar necklace; a pair of 22K gold and cabochon emerald clip-on earrings; a 20K gold bangle bracelet featuring 7.4 carats of natural emeralds; an Aletto & Co. 14K gold Etruscan cocktail ring, set with a periwinkle chalcedony; a polished Italian 14K gold ladies’ cuff bracelet; and a pair of 22K gold floral drop dangle earrings. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Fine jewelry takes center stage at J. Garrett auction, April 2-3

Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000
Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000
Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000

DALLAS – A special collection curated by John Phifer Marrs – the noted Southern interior designer known for the New Southern Style – will be sold in an online-only auction taking place April 2 and 3 at J. Garrett Auctioneers. Bidding starts at 10 am Central time both days, and nearly 700 lots will be offered. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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