Andrew Jones welcomes summer with decorative arts sales on June 18 and 21

Left, Chinese carved longquan celadon charger from the June 18 auction, estimated at $2,000-$3,000; Right, pair of George III sterling silver two light candelabra by William Tuite, London, 1764, from the June 21 auction, estimated at $10,000-$20,000.
Left, Chinese carved longquan celadon charger from the June 18 auction, estimated at $2,000-$3,000; Right, pair of George III sterling silver two light candelabra by William Tuite, London, 1764, from the June 21 auction, estimated at $10,000-$20,000.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – Andrew Jones Auctions will greet the summer season in a big way with two sales dedicated to decorative arts. Its Sunday, June 18 auction features the collection of Stuart and Phyllis Moldaw of Atherton, California, curated by Anthony Hail. The collection includes a broad selection of Chinese porcelain as well as Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica dinnerware, along with furnishings and accessories. Three days later, on Wednesday, June 21, there will be a signature Design for the Home and Garden auction, including property from the estate of Jack Lemmon; collections of renowned interior designers Hendrix Allardyce, John Cole and Craig Wright; plus private sources in Beverly Hills and Palos Verdes Estates. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Sterling Associates’ Estate Jewelry & Art Auction ready to shine, May 17

18K white gold and diamond double-clip brooch featuring two larger, old, mine-cut diamonds each weighing approximately .65 carats, 9H-I color, VS2 clarity; 136 round diamonds weighing approximately 2.9 carats, and 28 baguettes weighing approximately .50 carats. Total diamond weight is 4.70 carats, and the brooch has a total weight of 31.1g. Estimate $3,000-$4,000
18K white gold and diamond double-clip brooch featuring two larger, old, mine-cut diamonds each weighing approximately .65 carats, 9H-I color, VS2 clarity; 136 round diamonds weighing approximately 2.9 carats, and 28 baguettes weighing approximately .50 carats. Total diamond weight is 4.70 carats, and the brooch has a total weight of 31.1g. Estimate $3,000-$4,000
18K white gold and diamond double-clip brooch featuring two larger, old, mine-cut diamonds each weighing approximately .65 carats, 9H-I color, VS2 clarity; 136 round diamonds weighing approximately 2.9 carats, and 28 baguettes weighing approximately .50 carats. Total diamond weight is 4.70 carats, and the brooch has a total weight of 31.1g. Estimate $3,000-$4,000

NORWOOD, N.J. – Sterling Associates, one of the Northeast’s most trusted specialists in the sale of fine estate and personal property, takes pleasure in announcing highlights of their May 17 Spring Estate Jewelry and Art Auction. Several upscale New Jersey estates and collections are at the forefront of the 139-lot boutique event, including an array of exquisite jewels from the estate of a Bergen County lady.

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Fine jewelry takes center stage at J. Garrett auction, April 2-3

Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000
Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000
Elizabeth Gage multi-strand necklace of fluorite beads and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, est. $8,000-$18,000

DALLAS – A special collection curated by John Phifer Marrs – the noted Southern interior designer known for the New Southern Style – will be sold in an online-only auction taking place April 2 and 3 at J. Garrett Auctioneers. Bidding starts at 10 am Central time both days, and nearly 700 lots will be offered. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Spectacular chinoiserie drew top prices at Andrew Jones sale

George I Chinoiserie cabinet on later stand, $27,500
George I Chinoiserie cabinet on later stand, $27,500
George I chinoiserie cabinet on later stand, $27,500

LOS ANGELES – Andrew Jones Auctions had great expectations going into Part 2 of the John Nelson Collection, held December 12. After all, Part 1, in October, more than doubled its presale estimate to total $1.6 million. Part 2 did not disappoint, as 18th-century European style from England to Italy led the 271-lot white glove auction to a $1.1 million gross.

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16th-century German suit of armor battles to top of Roland NY sale

Circa-1570 German complete suit of armor, $21,250
Circa-1570 German complete suit of armor, $21,250
Circa-1570 German complete suit of armor, $21,250

GLEN COVE, N.Y. – Roland Auctions NY presented a two-day auction on November 5 and 6 featuring the collection of prominent Southampton, New York antiques dealer Jay Waldmann, whose shop Waldmann Jewelry and Antiques graced Main Street in Southampton Village for more than 20 years.

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Millea presents Chinese art, 10 NY single-owner collections, May 19-21

Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000
Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000
Lui Shou Kwan scroll painting, estimated at $5,000-$7,000

BOONTON, N.J. –  Millea Bros.’ Select three-day auction, scheduled for May 19-21, features a collection of collections, comprising 10 individual New York single-owner collections. Each is devoted to a particular area of interest, but all share a stunning level of scholarly expertise and reflect the obsessive drive to assemble only the best examples. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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