Childe Hassam painting brings August Grandeur to Thomaston Place, Aug. 25-27

Childe Hassam, ‘New York City,’ estimated at $50,000-$75,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Childe Hassam, ‘New York City,’ estimated at $50,000-$75,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries

Childe Hassam, ‘New York City,’ estimated at $50,000-$75,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries

THOMASTON, Maine – In addition to the sailing, scenery and seafood, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries’ biggest sale of the year, scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, Wednesday, August 26 and Thursday, August 27, is another great reason to love summertime in Maine. Titled August Grandeur and starting at 11 am Eastern time each day, this auction will present important art, antiques and decorative rarities sourced primarily from local collections and estates. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Capsule explores ‘full brilliance’ of American and European art, Dec. 9

Fairfield Porter, ‘Spruce Head, Maine,’ est. $150,000-$250,000
Fairfield Porter, ‘Spruce Head, Maine,’ est. $150,000-$250,000
Fairfield Porter, ‘Spruce Head, Maine,’ est. $150,000-$250,000

NEW YORK – Capsule Auctions presents Full Brilliance: American and European Fine Art, a 155-lot selection of paintings, editions, ceramics, photography, and sculpture taking place Thursday, December 9 starting at 2 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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