DENVER, Pa. – During the second session of their June 8-10 Fine & Decorative Arts Auction, Morphy’s sold a rare circa 1905-1910 Tiffany Studios “Poppy” leaded-glass table lamp for an astounding $541,200 (all prices quoted include a 23% buyer’s premium). Based upon their research, Morphy’s believes it to be a world-record auction price for a Tiffany lamp in the Poppy motif.
NEW YORK – A Chanel Baroque gold, diamond and cultured pearl ring, a Chanel Comete 18K white gold and chalcedony ring, and a Chanel Premiere Chaine gold wristwatch will fight for top lot status at Jasper52’s Designer Jewelry, Watch, and Fashion Auction, which will be conducted on Sunday, July 3 at 7 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW HAMBURG, Canada – A 9.22-carat platinum emerald cut diamond ring boasting VS2 clarity, an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore special edition wristwatch, and a circa-1991 Rolex Submariner watch with a solid 18K gold case and bracelet are a few of the baubles that bidders will clamor for in an online-only Watches & Jewels auction slated for Saturday, June 11, at Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd., starting at 9 am Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars.
DENVER, Pa. – A fine and decorative arts selection of incomparable quality awaits bidders at Morphy Auctions on June 8, 9 and 10. The gallery is at its shining best, with rare and beautiful objects at every turn, including 75 leaded and stained-glass lamps, 100 pieces of art glass, 100+ paintings, 50 figural bronzes, 50 lots of silver, and 30 pieces of coveted Amphora pottery. Additionally, there are 30 cylinder and disc music boxes, 15 bird boxes, and long-held private collections containing 100 figural napkin rings, 80 antique, hand-blown colored-glass wedding bells; 50 figural and mechanical gadget canes; and the acclaimed Don and Mary Ann Livingston collection of antique sleigh bells. On day three, Morphy’s will unveil a sumptuous array of fine jewelry plus 30 pocket and wristwatches. Those who are not able to attend in person are invited to absentee or live via the Internet through LiveAuctioneers.
WINDSOR, Conn. – Nadeau’s Auction Gallery enjoyed a remarkably successful sale on January 1. The company’s ninth consecutive New Year’s Day Sale surpassed the seven figure mark and benefitted from a 95% sell through rate. After a long day of competitive bidding, 92 lots realized $5,000-$9,999, 56 lots made $10,000-$99,999 and two lots topped the six figure mark.
NEW HAMBURG, Canada – A Cartier Pasha minute repeater men’s watch slipped onto a new wrist for $64,900 in Miller & Miller Auctions’ bi-annual Watches & Jewels sale held November 20. Offered were luxury watches and fine jewelry, with vintage and collectible watches from names like Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Corum and Panerai. All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars.
DENVER, Pa. – Morphy’s 45,000-square-foot gallery never looks more beautiful than just before the company’s December Fine & Decorative Arts Auction. That’s the time of year when visitors are greeted by a breathtaking array of Tiffany Studios lamps, fine jewelry, paintings, both European and American pottery and glass, and many other superior-quality art objects carefully curated by Morphy’s specialists.
NANTUCKET, Mass. – Sourced from Nantucket’s oceanfront and historic estates, and from private collectors across the US, Rafael Osona’s 41st Annual Christmas Stroll Auction will take place December 4. The 600-lot auction presents strong offerings in both maritime arts and Americana, as well as a Smart Fortwo Car convertible, fine art and antiques, collectibles, a 1936 Steinway baby grand piano, jewelry, furs, luxury furnishings and decor. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
NEW HAMBURG, Canada – Miller & Miller Auctions’ bi-annual Watches & Jewels sale returns on Saturday, November 20, starting at 9 am Eastern time, with a strong 215-lot offering of luxury watches and fine jewelry, featuring vintage and collectible wristwatches from names such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Corum and Panerai. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars.
DALLAS – Few, if any, watchmakers can equal the blend of elite craftsmanship, style and functionality offered by Rolex – which partially explains the enormous popularity of its watches. Throughout its history, Rolex has created an array of precise, innovative pieces that have captured the attention of collectors of all levels. Not coincidentally, a selection of vintage Rolexes will be among the top attractions in Heritage Auctions’ Watches & Fine Timepieces Signature® Auction November 17. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.