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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Nantucket’s pleasures on show at Rafael Osona auction, April 23

Stephen Swift cherry rocking chair, est. $4,000-$5,000
Stephen Swift cherry rocking chair, est. $4,000-$5,000
Stephen Swift cherry rocking chair, est. $4,000-$5,000

NANTUCKET, Mass. – Rafael Osona Auctions kicks off its 2022 season with the annual Daffodil Weekend Auction. The 600-lot sale includes fine art, furniture, rugs and decor, folk art, South Sea pearls and American, Continental and Asian antiques. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jasper52 showcases quality Americana from NHADA members

Large Yavapai woven basketry bowl or tray, estimated at $1,500-$1,800
Large Yavapai woven basketry bowl or tray, estimated at $1,500-$1,800
Large Yavapai woven basketry bowl or tray, estimated at $1,500-$1,800

NEW YORK – Items of Americana consigned by members of the New Hampshire Antique Dealers Association comprise Jasper52‘s April 22 sale, which begins at 6 pm Eastern time on that date. Almost 400 lots feature in the sale, all of which come from dealers who belong to the respected organization. Americana expert Clifford Wallach curated the sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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