Tag Archive for: Loetz

Circa-1902 Franz Hofstotter for Loetz Phaenomen (Gre 2/314) glass vase, estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

40+ pieces of Loetz art glass enliven Heritage’s May 25 sale

/in /by
Circa-1902 Franz Hofstotter for Loetz Phaenomen (Gre 2/314) glass vase, estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

Circa-1902 Franz Hofstotter for Loetz Phaenomen (Gre 2/314) glass vase, estimated at $10,000-$15,000. Image courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com

DALLAS — On Thursday, May 25, in its Pursuit of Beauty: Art Nouveau, Art Deco & Art Glass Signature® Auction, Heritage will present an important private collection of 41 Loetz works that demonstrate the firm’s tremendous range of production and the works’ timeless appeal. The auction also marks Heritage’s continuing successful expansion of the category, with highlights spanning a range of media and regions. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

Read more

A signed Peter Max acrylic sculpture, ‘Two Hearts,’ realized $6,750 plus the buyer’s premium in January 2023. Image courtesy of Lion and Unicorn and LiveAuctioneers.

Show some love for the heart shape in art and jewelry

/in /by
A signed Peter Max acrylic sculpture, ‘Two Hearts,’ realized $6,750 plus the buyer’s premium in January 2023. Image courtesy of Lion and Unicorn and LiveAuctioneers.

A signed Peter Max acrylic sculpture, ‘Two Hearts,’ realized $6,750 plus the buyer’s premium in January 2023. Image courtesy of Lion and Unicorn and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — The ♥️ symbol, as an ideograph for love, has adorned countless Valentine’s Day cards, bumper stickers, candy boxes, poker cards, T-shirts and posters. While its use dates back several centuries, this symbol probably became most famous when graphic designer Milton Glaser scribbled an I [heart] NY logo in the back of a New York City taxi in 1976 using red crayon. His design became the cornerstone of a tourism campaign for New York the following summer and the phrase became its enduring state slogan.

Read more

Morphy’s Dec. 19-20 Fine & Decorative Arts Auction adds quality and beauty to the holidays

/in /by

Exquisite signed/numbered Tiffany Studios Nasturtium table lamp with 19in (dia.) leaded-glass shade featuring multicolored confetti glass tiles and flowers in various shades of red, orange, purple and yellow against a green ground. Tiffany-stamped telescoping cat’s-paw base. Excellent condition. Estimate $120,000-$160,000

DENVER, Pa. – Arguably, Morphy’s most-loved sale from its always-busy calendar of events, the annual pre-Christmas Fine & Decorative Arts Auction consistently delivers luxury, rarity and peerless quality to discerning collectors and holiday gift-givers. This year’s edition, which will be held on December 19 and 20, is brimming with superior jewels and watches, paintings, art pottery, silver, and dazzling Tiffany Studios lamps. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

Read more

Signed Richard cameo art glass vase by Loetz, estimated at $2,500-$4,500

Lifetime art glass collection tempts bidders at Woody Auction, Sept. 24

/in /by
Signed Richard cameo art glass vase by Loetz, estimated at $2,500-$4,500


Signed Richard cameo art glass vase by Loetz, estimated at $2,500-$4,500

DOUGLASS, Kan. – The lifetime collection of Karen and Van Turner of Oklahoma – a remarkable assemblage that features a strong showing of French cameo glass but is also well-rounded with art glass, Belleek, Peachblow, Royal Doulton, Pickard, Loetz and Royal Bayreuth – will come up for bid on Saturday, September 24 at Woody Auction. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

Read more

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

/in /by

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.

Read more