Rough Riders archive leads charge at John Moran, Sept. 20

Rough Riders historical memorabilia from the collection of James Robb Church, M.D., assistant surgeon assigned to 1st Volunteer Regiment, est. $3,000-5,000

 

Rough Riders historical memorabilia from the collection of James Robb Church, M.D., assistant surgeon assigned to 1st Volunteer Regiment, est. $3,000-5,000
Rough Riders historical memorabilia from the collection of James Robb Church, M.D., assistant surgeon assigned to the 1st Volunteer Regiment, est. $3,000-5,000

LOS ANGELES — John Moran Auctioneers will hold a Traditional Collector auction on Tuesday, September 20, beginning at noon Pacific time. With more than 300 lots, the sale has everything from 18th-century English and Neoclassical fine and decorative art to French Country and Colonial antique furniture. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Six Cahoon marine paintings headline Rafael Osona sale, Aug. 28

Ralph Eugene Cahoon Jr., ‘July 4th Race of the Crosby Cats,’ 1880, est. $70,000-$90,000
Ralph Eugene Cahoon Jr., ‘July 4th Race of the Crosby Cats,’ 1880, est. $70,000-$90,000

NANTUCKET, Mass. – Rafael Osona Auctions is known for uncovering treasures from far-reaching corners, but it’s two close-to-home artists whose works will drive the excitement during the August 28 sale. Six Ralph Cahoon paintings and eight lots of meticulously hand-crafted artisan furniture by Stephen Swift headline a lineup of almost 500 lots, sharing the stage with fine and maritime arts from Nantucket and beyond; South Sea pearls; period American, English, and Continental furnishings and decor; whaler-made collectibles; Nantucket baskets; sterling silver; Chinese export; antique carpets; and collectibles during Rafael Osona’s 41st annual late summer Auction. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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