Art and mid-century furniture rose to the top at Rivich sale

Vico Magistretti Maralunga leather lounge chair in purple, $1,860. Image courtesy of Rivich Auction
Vico Magistretti Maralunga leather lounge chair in purple, $1,860. Image courtesy of Rivich Auction
Vico Magistretti Maralunga leather lounge chair in purple, $1,860. Image courtesy of Rivich Auction

CHICAGO – On February 19, Rivich Auction presented Gimme Shelter: Design in the 20th C., a formidable collection of mid-century art and design. Highlights of the auction included items from the set of Chicago-filmed hit TV show Empire, artwork from esteemed artists Hollis Sigler and Duncan Hannah, and choice post-modern pieces that kept the bids coming in.

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Mid-century Modern collectors will say “Gimme” at Rivich, Feb. 19

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF1-O light sculpture, estimated at $500-$750
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF1-O light sculpture, estimated at $500-$750
Signed Isamu Noguchi Akari UF1-O light sculpture that retains its Sun and Moon ideogram, estimated at $500-$750

CHICAGO, Ill. – On Sunday, February 19, Rivich Auction will present an auction titled Gimme Shelter: Design in the 20th C. Highlights include items from the set of the Empire TV series, artwork from Hollis Sigler and Duncan Hannah, a breathtaking collection of Mid-century Modern furnishings and pieces, and also eclectic post-modern items. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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