Jasper52 offers Americana, Folk Art, and Outsider Art, July 13

Detail of blue and white cotton sampler quilt dating to 1918, estimated at $1,200-$1,500
Blue and white cotton sampler quilt dating to 1918, estimated at $1,200-$1,500
Blue and white cotton sampler quilt dating to 1918, estimated at $1,200-$1,500

NEW YORK – On Thursday, July 13, starting at 6 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale of Americana, Folk Art, and Outsider Art. Of course, the auction, as with many before it, is curated by Clifford Wallach, an expert in tramp art, folk art and Americana. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Painted furniture, folk art, toys and more at Jeffrey S. Evans, March 2-4

Shenandoah Valley of Virginia painted jelly cupboard, estimated at $2,000-$3,000
Shenandoah Valley of Virginia painted jelly cupboard, estimated at $2,000-$3,000
Shenandoah Valley of Virginia painted jelly cupboard, estimated at $2,000-$3,000

MT. CRAWFORD, Va. – The Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Winter Americana Auction contains a wide range of material and will include everything from toys and advertising to painted furniture and folk art. The large auction, comprising nearly 1,600 lots, will take place during three days: Thursday, March 2; Friday, March 3; and Saturday, March 4. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Slotin’s Folk Pottery Extravaganza expands to second day, Feb. 11-12

Lanier Meaders Big Head Face Jug, one of six face jugs by the late Georgia folk potter in the sale lineup, estimated at $800-$1,200
Lanier Meaders Big Head Face Jug, one of six face jugs by the late Georgia folk potter in the sale lineup, estimated at $800-$1,200
Lanier Meaders Big Head Face Jug, one of six face jugs by the late Georgia folk potter in the sale lineup, estimated at $800-$1,200

BUFORD, Ga. Slotin Folk Art Auction’s first stand-alone pottery sale in 2020 was a trial balloon to determine if collectors would respond, and they most assuredly did. Now, with its fourth edition taking place February 11-12, this dedicated auction is expanding in more ways than one. Slotin’s single-day Pottery Extravaganza is bigger for 2023 and is joined by a second-day sale dedicated to Native American art, quilts and Americana. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Automobilia collection kept bidders engaged at Milestone’s $600K auction

Very rare 1936 Packard 1407 Coupe with rumble seat. Complete with V12 473-cubic-inch 175hp engine and original 3-speed transmission. Excellent condition, odometer showing 64,033 actual miles. Accompanied by large assortment of extra parts. Sold for $140,400 against an estimate of $120,000-$150,000

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – The multifaceted collection of the late Mark Smith was the cornerstone of an exciting $613,000 event at Milestone Auctions’ suburban Cleveland gallery on October 15th. Smith, a Virginia businessman, was a passionate and very hands-on collector of automotive advertising and memorabilia, a reflection of his involvement in the car industry. But there was much more to Smith’s collecting interests than just motoring, said Miles King, co-owner of Milestone Auctions.

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Lucie Rie vase commands spotlight in November 1 auction

Lucie Rie, circa-1970 unique Modernist stoneware vase with fluted body, estimated at $20,000-$24,000
Lucie Rie, circa-1970 unique Modernist stoneware vase with fluted body, estimated at $20,000-$24,000
Lucie Rie, circa-1970 unique Modernist stoneware vase with fluted body, estimated at $20,000-$24,000

NEW YORK – On Tuesday, November 1, starting at 4 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale titled Exclusive Art Pottery and More, featuring 257 lots of head-turning pieces, many by name artists. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Milestone to host Oct. 15 auction of classic cars, automobilia, antiques & collectibles

Very rare 1936 Packard 1407 Coupe with rumble seat. Complete with V12 473-cubic-inch 175hp engine and original 3-speed transmission. Excellent condition, runs great. Clean, straight Dietrich-style body. Odometer: 64,033 actual miles. Accompanied by large assortment of extra parts. Estimate $120,000-$150,000

WILLOUGHBY, Ohio – When the doors open to Milestone’s auction gallery on Saturday, October 15th, an energized – and eclectic – group of bidders is expected to rush in, grab a coffee and take a last-minute look at the merchandise they hope to bring home.

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The folk-art charm of miniature stoneware vessels

This miniature stoneware churn from Ohio realized $12,000 plus the buyer’s premium in July 2015. Image courtesy of Crocker Farm and LiveAuctioneers.
This miniature stoneware churn from Ohio realized $12,000 plus the buyer’s premium in July 2015. Image courtesy of Crocker Farm and LiveAuctioneers.
This miniature stoneware churn from Ohio realized $12,000 plus the buyer’s premium in July 2015. Image courtesy of Crocker Farm and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — Bigger is not always better. Beautifully crafted stoneware miniatures are not just functional, they are as aesthetically pleasing as their standard-size counterparts. Working on a small scale can be more challenging for the potter, particularly when creating and attaching diminutive features such as removable lids and open spouts. But that explains why these tiny delights are so highly prized.

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Mesmerizing Brandt cobra andirons lead Capsule Auctions’ Feb. 24 sale

Cobra andirons by Edgar Brandt, est. $30,000-$50,000
Cobra andirons by Edgar Brandt, est. $30,000-$50,000
Cobra andirons by Edgar Brandt, est. $30,000-$50,000

NEW YORK – Capsule Auctions presents Deco and Design: Early 20th Century, a curated auction of ceramics, glass, silver, furniture and objets decoratifs from New York and New England collections, including that of Seymour Stein. The sale takes place Thursday, February 24 at 12:30 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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SFO Museum’s Stoneware Stories exhibition features Edgefield, SC potters

Storage jar made in 1862 by David Drake, aka Dave, from the collection of Kenneth Fechtner. Courtesy of SFO Museum
Storage jar made in 1862 by David Drake, aka Dave, from the collection of Kenneth Fechtner. Courtesy of SFO Museum
Storage jar made in 1862 by David Drake, aka Dave, from the collection of Kenneth Fechtner. Courtesy of SFO Museum

SAN FRANCISCO — Stoneware Stories: Folk Pottery of Edgefield, South Carolina is now open at SFO Museum. The free exhibition will remain on display in the pre-security area in the International Terminal, Departures Level, San Francisco International Airport until January 23, 2022.

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Bidders targeted cartridge boards at Miller & Miller sporting auction

Winchester 1884 cartridge display board, which sold for CA$100,300 and top lot status
Winchester 1884 cartridge display board, which sold for CA$100,300 and top lot status
Winchester 1884 cartridge display board, which sold for CA$100,300 and top lot status

NEW HAMBURG, Canada – Three 19th century American cartridge display boards – two from Winchester and one from Union Metallic Cartridge  – sold for a combined $241,900 in an online-only Canadiana & Sporting auction held June 5 by Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. The sale grossed $496,219, including the buyer’s premium. All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars.

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