Nantucket arts celebrated at Rafael Osona’s Aug. 5-6 auction

Michael Kane basket nest of 10 Nantucket rounds with a 1985 penny at the center, estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Rafael Osona Auctions
Michael Kane basket nest of 10 Nantucket rounds with a 1985 penny at the center, estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Rafael Osona Auctions
Michael Kane basket nest of 10 Nantucket rounds with a 1985 penny at the center, estimated at $8,000-$10,000. Image courtesy of Rafael Osona Auctions

NANTUCKET, Mass. – Rafael Osona’s August sale is known for presenting exceptionally curated material. This year’s two-day event, the 43rd annual installment, scheduled for Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6, presents choice properties from Nantucket’s coastal compounds and historic in-town estates, including 151 lots across both days from the estate of Stephen Weinroth. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Rafael Osona welcomes Nantucket’s summer season with July 2 sale

Joan Albaugh, ‘On the Horizon,’ est. $4,000-$5,000
Joan Albaugh, ‘On the Horizon,’ est. $4,000-$5,000
Joan Albaugh, ‘On the Horizon,’ est. $4,000-$5,000

NANTUCKET, Mass. – Rafael Osona Auctions will host its 42nd annual American Independence Holiday Auction on Saturday, July 2. Furnishings, fine art, antiques and decor from recently sold Nantucket estates together with compelling selections from Pawleys Island, Boston, Albany and Palm Springs lead the 625-lot sale, presenting both quality and range. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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