Paintings of archangels could fly high at Schwenke auction, March 21

Detail from one of a large pair of Continental paintings of archangels, together estimated at $50-$5,000
Large pair of Continental paintings of archangels, together estimated at $50-$5,000
Large pair of Continental paintings of archangels, together estimated at $50-$5,000

WOODBURY, Conn. – On Tuesday, March 21, Schwenke Auctioneers will hold its Spring Fine Estates Auction, comprising more than 600 lots of estate property. It will feature a choice collection of estate jewelry, Native American jewelry and decorative arts, Asian decorative arts, American, English and Continental decorative arts, folk art and American country and formal furniture, a single-owner collection of more than 100 early baskets, sterling silver, fine art, estate oriental rugs and books. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Bruneau’s Feb. 27 sale offers centuries-spanning eclectic mix

Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, estimated at $1,000-$2,000
Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, estimated at $1,000-$2,000

CRANSTON, R.I. – An early 20th-century Duffner & Kimberly heraldic armorial table lamp, a Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, and an 18th-century Continental carved wooden tavern wall panel are three of the expected highlights in a two-session Couture, Jewelry and Fine & Decorative Art auction slated for Monday, February 27 at Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Fresh lineup of art, jewelry, furniture and more at Thomaston Place, Feb. 24-26

Stephen Huneck carved fish design tete-a-tete chair, estimated at $3,000-$5,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Stephen Huneck carved fish design tete-a-tete chair, estimated at $3,000-$5,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Stephen Huneck carved fish design tete-a-tete chair, estimated at $3,000-$5,000. Image courtesy of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries

THOMASTON, Maine – On Friday, February 24, Saturday, February 25 and Sunday, February 26, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries will present a beguiling collection of rarities and fresh-to-the-market finds. The sale will include excellent selections of paintings and sculpture, estate jewelry, antique and modern furniture, folk art, fine collectibles, Asian artifacts, and decorative accessories. Each of the three sessions will begin at 11 am Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Stunning array of Chinese treasures offered at Gianguan Auctions, Dec. 17

Pair of gilt-bronze cloisonne enamel double gourd vases, estimated at $50,000-$60,000
Pair of gilt-bronze cloisonne enamel double gourd vases, estimated at $50,000-$60,000
Pair of gilt-bronze cloisonne enamel double gourd vases, estimated at $50,000-$60,000

NEW YORK – On Saturday, December 17, beginning at 10 am Eastern time, Gianguan Auctions presents a sale of Important Chinese Paintings and Works of Art. It will feature Buddhist sculptures, jade and crystal carvings, bronze and cloisonne enamel, paintings and porcelain. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Calder pheasant struts its stuff at Millea Bros., Nov. 16-18

Alexander Calder, ‘The Pheasant,’ estimated at $30,000-$50,000
Alexander Calder, ‘The Pheasant,’ estimated at $30,000-$50,000
Alexander Calder, ‘The Pheasant,’ estimated at $30,000-$50,000

BOONTON, N.J. – On Wednesday, November 16, Thursday, November 17, and Friday, November 18, Millea Bros. presents its latest Select auction. It will feature art, design and antiques fresh to market from prominent New York area estates, including paintings by Alexander Calder; custom furnishings from a Peter Marino Palm Beach commission; the third and final sale of museum-quality tribal art from the Faith Dorian and Martin Wright Art Trust; and a once-in-a-generation single-owner sale of 18th-century porcelain. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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MacKenzie-Childs superfan’s collection goes to Auction Life, Nov. 16

MacKenzie-Childs Poppy Keepsake coffee table, estimated at $3,000-$6,000
MacKenzie-Childs Poppy Keepsake coffee table, estimated at $3,000-$6,000
MacKenzie-Childs Poppy Keepsake coffee table, estimated at $3,000-$6,000

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Fans of MacKenzie-Childs – the manufacturer of ceramics and retailer of hand-painted imported furniture and home decor, founded in 1983 by Victoria and Richard MacKenzie-Childs – will have an opportunity to add to their collections in an auction slated for Wednesday, November 16, at Auction Life, starting promptly at 2 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Gianguan Auctions offers strong lineup of Asian art, Sept. 24

Tibetan gilt bronze Manjushri figure, est. $2,000-$3,000

 

Qing dynasty Tibetan copper group, est. $40,000-$50,000

Qing Dynasty Tibetan copper group, estimate $40,000-$50,000

NEW YORK – On Saturday, September 24, starting at 10 am Eastern time, Gianguan Auctions will present its Asia Art Week Sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Variety of furnishings, Asian art and antiques at Neue Auctions, June 25

Compact boulle marquetry secretary bookcase, est. $2,000-$4,000
Compact boulle marquetry secretary bookcase, est. $2,000-$4,000
Compact boulle marquetry secretary bookcase, est. $2,000-$4,000

BEACHWOOD, Ohio – On Saturday, June 25, Neue Auctions will offer the Asian art collection of the late Marvin Drucker in an online sale that will also include French furnishings. The auction, beginning at 10 am Eastern time, will feature bronzes, porcelains, carved hardstones, lacquer ware, cloisonne, snuff bottles, Wedgwood, Lalique glass and 18th-century English porcelains. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Devotional art provides much to contemplate at Gianguan Auctions, June 25

Korean 15th-century Joseon dynasty seated gilt bronze Buddha Amitabha figure, $4,000-$5,000
Korean 15th-century Joseon dynasty seated gilt bronze Buddha Amitabha figure, $4,000-$5,000
Korean 15th-century Joseon dynasty seated gilt bronze Buddha Amitabha figure, $4,000-$5,000

NEW YORK – Gianguan Auctions will host a special Devotional Art online auction on Saturday, June 25, beginning at 10 am Eastern time. The 124-lot sale will feature a collection of bronze, ceramic and jade statutes as well as works of art. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Art Nouveau pocket watch among winners at Hermann Historica series

Left, 18K gold Art Nouveau pocket watch with rose-cut diamonds, €4,750; Right, Willi Engelhardt design for a poster advertising Munchen - Sommer 1930, €1,875
Left, 18K gold Art Nouveau pocket watch with rose-cut diamonds, €4,750; Right, Willi Engelhardt design for a poster advertising Munchen – Sommer 1930, €1,875

MUNICH – Hermann Historica enjoyed strong results for sales it held on January 31 and February 1. Highlights included jewelry, precious stones and an extensive poster collection acquired by commercial designer Willi Engelhardt, which proved to be a once in a lifetime opportunity.

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