Dallas Auction Gallery presents fine art, luxury goods, English antiques July 28

Pair English gilt sterling silver compotes for Russian market, with female and male figural standards surmounted by bowl in the form of leaves and branches, raised on tripartite base with grape and vine decoration. Each base marked ‘Hunt Roskell Storr Mortimer’

DALLAS — Dallas Auction Gallery announces their summer auction, featuring a large selection of important fine art and antiques from Texas estates. The sale includes consignments from premier Austin homebuilder and art collector Bill Milburn, and items from two of the Dallas area’s most renowned dealers in fine English antiques: Canterbury Antiques, for many years located on Henderson Avenue in Dallas, and The Englishman’s Antiques, which was located in Addison, Texas. Bid absentee or live via the Internet on LiveAuctioneers.

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Maranda Moran on Western & Native American art

Maranda Moran, fine and decorative specialist at John Moran Auctioneers, who has expertise in Western and Native American art.
Maranda Moran, fine and decorative specialist at John Moran Auctioneers, who has expertise in Western and Native American art.
Maranda Moran, fine and decorative art specialist at John Moran Auctioneers, who has gained expertise in both Western and Native American art.

MONROVIA, Calif. – Maranda Moran grew up in a family of collectors, being pulled out of bed in the wee hours at a young age to accompany her parents to garage and estate sales, flea markets and auctions. At age 16, she was operating her own antiques booth in an antiques mall, specializing in fine and decorative arts from the turn of the century to the 1950s. Apt at sussing out choice, hard to find objects d’art for clients and armed with a degree in art history and history from UCLA, she turned her expertise into a career. In 1994 she joined her husband’s firm, John Moran Auctioneers, as a fine and decorative specialist with a concentration in Western and Native American art, a booming market genre.

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Bulgari, Cartier and Tiffany glitter among Trove’s July 10 auction treasures

Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000
Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000
Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000

FEASTERVILLE, Pa. – On Saturday, July 10, The Trove Group will host $1 Start Rare & Vintage Designer Jewelry, a 489-lot sale of exquisite pieces and fine handbags from top designers such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Chanel, Chopard, Hermes, Tiffany & Co, Buccellati, and much more. All lots will open at $1. Auction start time is 12 noon ET. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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Morphy’s presents fine & decorative art, jewels, luxury watches, Tiffany lamps, June 8-9

Molded and gilded-copper weathervane depicting full-bodied standing Massasoit Indian with bow and arrow atop directional arrow with molded zinc arrowhead. Made by Harris & Co., Boston, late 19th century. Estimate $200,000-$400,000

DENVER, Pa. – Rare Tiffany lamps and silver designs, luxury watches, exquisite gems, and decorative art of uncompromising quality adorn Morphy’s gallery in anticipation of a June 8-9 auction featuring more than 2,500 expertly curated lots. The auction will commence at 9 a.m. ET each day, with absentee and Internet live bidding through LiveAuctioneers.

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Starlet Vera Ralston’s jewelry captivates at John Moran sale

Retro aquamarine, ruby, and diamond bracelet in 14K gold, which sold for $12,500
Retro aquamarine, ruby, and diamond bracelet in 14K gold, which sold for $12,500
Retro aquamarine, ruby, and diamond bracelet in 14K gold, which sold for $12,500

MONROVIA, Calif. – Two consecutive sale days were required to accommodate the wide variety of jewelry, timepieces, and coins on offer at John Moran Auctioneers in mid-May. The first day, conducted May 11, featured Fine Jewelry & Timepieces and the Studio Jewelry & Coins sale, and yielded pleasing results. Much of the jewelry hailed from established names such as Tiffany & Co, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels, and the timepieces on offer came from Breitling, Panerai, and Rolex. Art Deco, Retro, and Indian jewelry did well, as indicated in the standout moments below.

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Bulgari and Cartier shine in May 26 designer jewelry sale

Limited edition Roberto Coin Nemo cuff bracelet, estimated at $23,000-$28,000
Limited edition Roberto Coin Nemo cuff bracelet, estimated at $23,000-$28,000
Limited edition Roberto Coin Nemo cuff bracelet, estimated at $23,000-$28,000

NEW YORK – Don’t ask if you deserve it. Of course you do. You are worthy and yes, you can and should have nice things. On May 26, starting at 9 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will present 362 ways to reward yourself through its Designer Jewelry & Watches sale, featuring pieces from storied brand names such as Piaget, Bulgari, Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., David Yurman, Chanel, and many more. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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AOK May 22 auction features diamonds, estate property from famed DC restaurateur

Pasha de Cartier ladies watch, 35mm, 18K rose gold case, mechanical movement with automatic winding. Comes with original Cartier box and paperwork. Provenance: Estate of Kelli I. Martin. Estimate $18,000-$30,000

DAMASCUS, Va. – If walls could talk, Martin’s Tavern in Washington, DC, would be a never-ending source of tantalizing political back stories that never made it into print. Since 1933, the beloved Georgetown restaurant has been a favorite of presidents, the press corps, sports legends and visiting dignitaries. Under the watchful eye of successive generations of the Martin family, each president from Truman through George W Bush was escorted to their favorite booth or table where, on a number of occasions, history was made. It was at Martin’s Tavern that Congressman John F Kennedy proposed to future first lady Jacqueline Bouvier. LBJ was known to discuss pending legislation there with his closest advisers, and there is evidence to suggest that spies consorted at the establishment in the 1930s and ‘40s.

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Single-owner collection sparkles in Freeman’s May 19 Jewelry and Watches auction

Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000
Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000
Diamond and 18K gold ring showcasing a Burmese star ruby, estimated at $10,000-$15,000

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Freeman’s is pleased to present the collection of a prominent Philadelphia lady, a single-collection highlight of our May 19 Jewelry and Watches auction. The 42-lot collection features a wide range of beautiful jewelry and accessories, including pieces from leading design houses, many in Art Deco and Retro styles. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jewelry and Asian art abound in May 5 Dallas Auction Gallery sale

David Webb crystal and diamond necklace, estimated at $15,000-$25,000

David Webb crystal and diamond necklace, estimated at $15,000-$25,000

DALLAS — Dallas Auction Gallery will hold its spring Fine Jewelry & Asian Art auction on May 5. It will feature a large selection of important jewelry and watches from Texas estates, including that of a prominent Fort Worth patron of the arts. The sale will also include a collection of Chinese antiques from the estate of Wei Yuan Hsueh and Emily Hsueh. Mr. Hsueh was a Chinese government official as Consul to Jamaica and Consul to Germany prior to opening the Oriental Art Shop in Dallas in 1948. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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