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Jasper52 Americana, Folk & Outsider Art auction slated for Aug. 26

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Early 20th century quilt, est. $1,400-$1,600

Early 20th century quilt, est. $1,400-$1,600

NEW YORK – A woman’s work is never done, and rarely receives the appreciation it is due. Even when the name of the artist is lost to history, antique American textiles – be they quilts or samplers or something else entirely – are almost always the product of the labor of women or girls. Hundreds of hours of toil, guided by who knows how many months and years’ worth of practice, shape and define the finished piece.

On August 26, starting at 6 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present a sale of Americana, Folk Art, and Outsider Art. Once again, it is curated by Clifford Wallach, an expert in tramp art, folk art, and Americana. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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19th century buckskin vest, est. $3,000-$5,000

Jasper52 presents Americana, folk and outsider art, Aug. 5

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19th century buckskin vest, est. $3,000-$5,000

19th-century buckskin vest, est. $3,000-$5,000

NEW YORK – Many spectacular objects and items go unsigned or unmarked by their makers. Too often, these artisans didn’t regard their masterpieces as art; they saw them as a hobby, or an amusement, or something that helped pass the time. We may not always know who made a given piece, but we do recognize its beauty and its craftsmanship.

On August 5, starting at 6 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will stage an auction of Americana, Folk Art, and Outsider Art. As always, the sale is curated by Clifford Wallach, an expert in tramp art, folk art, and Americana. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Appliqued quilt created between 1860 and 1870, estimated at $2,000-$2,500

July 8 auction offers Americana, folk art & outsider Art

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Appliqued quilt created between 1860 and 1870, estimated at $2,000-$2,500

Appliqued quilt created between 1860 and 1870, estimated at $2,000-$2,500

NEW YORK – The realms of Americana, Folk Art, and Outsider Art covers a startlingly wide range of objects and artifacts. Source materials range from silver, ceramics, cloth, glass, brass, iron, cardboard, wood, tin, paper, and stone. Items that can qualify include board games, trade signs, wind-up toys, fireplace tools, paintings, prints, drawings, carvings, pitchers, plates, paperweights, carnival targets, alphabet blocks, coverlets, candlesticks, vases, plates, flags, trophies, tankards, canes, and frames, to name just a scant few.

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Art Deco ice cream sign, circa 1930, estimated at $4,000-$5,000

Art Deco ice cream sign a cool addition to May 20 NHADA auction

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Art Deco ice cream sign, circa 1930, estimated at $4,000-$5,000

Art Deco ice cream sign, circa 1930, estimated at $4,000-$5,000

NEW YORK – Once again, the New Hampshire Antiques Dealers Association (NHADA) has offered a strong selection of items, and once again, Clifford Wallach, an expert in tramp art, folk art, and Americana has selected the best for Jasper52. A total of 344 lots comprise the May 20 auction, which commences at 6 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000

Millea presents Chinese art, 10 NY single-owner collections, May 19-21

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Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000

Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000

BOONTON, N.J. –  Millea Bros.’ Select three-day auction, scheduled for May 19-21, features a collection of collections, comprising 10 individual New York single-owner collections. Each is devoted to a particular area of interest, but all share a stunning level of scholarly expertise and reflect the obsessive drive to assemble only the best examples. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Quinn’s to auction folk art from prestigious Sellen-Burt collection, April 20

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Ronald J. Scott (Lafitte, La., 1922-2003), ‘Sea Wing,’ mixed-media boat model. Initialed on captain’s quarters. Size: 32 x 56 x 14 inches. Collection of Betty-Carol Sellen and Martha Burt. Estimate $2,000-$4,000

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – On Tuesday, April 20, Quinn’s Auction Galleries will present a 155-lot Folk Art Auction that encompasses a variety of media, including pottery, wood carvings, metal sculptures, mixed-media paintings, and works by such renowned artists as Clementine Hunter, Roy Ferdinand, and Dr Bob. Creations by Louisiana and New Orleans artists including Prophet Royal Robertson, Reginald Mitchell, and Cyril and Ivy Billiot will also be offered. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Circa 1960 painting on green board by Maud Lewis (Canadian, 1903-1970), estimated at $8,000-$12,000.

Miller & Miller to offer Canadiana & folk art collection, April 17

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Circa 1960 painting on green board by Maud Lewis (Canadian, 1903-1970), estimated at $8,000-$12,000

NEW HAMBURG, Canada – An online-only Canadiana & Folk Art auction featuring the lifetime Canadiana collection of Marty Osler will be held on Saturday, April 17th at Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. In all, 306 lots will cross the auction block. In addition to Canadiana and folk art, categories will include furniture, paintings, pottery, stoneware, tools, toys and banks, and architectural and nautical items. There will be no in-person event due to COVID-19. Absentee and live online bidding will be via LiveAuctioneers.com.

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