Trio of Ernie Barnes works could together top $800K at Heritage, May 12

Ernie Barnes, ‘Quintet,’ estimated at $500,000-$700,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com
Ernie Barnes, ‘Quintet,’ estimated at $500,000-$700,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

Ernie Barnes, ‘Quintet,’ estimated at $500,000-$700,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

DALLAS — Heritage Auctions‘ Diverse Visions: Important Works by American Masters Signature® Auction, taking place Friday, May 12, promises much and is sure to deliver. Works in the sale represent the apex of American artistic achievement, with a host of both expected and unexpected pieces by names that make collectors and institutions sit up and pay attention: George Bellows, Charles White, George Tooker, Maurice Sendak and Winslow Homer. There are only 68 lots in the May 12 lineup, and each one of them is remarkable. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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