Art Nouveau pocket watch among winners at Hermann Historica series

Left, 18K gold Art Nouveau pocket watch with rose-cut diamonds, €4,750; Right, Willi Engelhardt design for a poster advertising Munchen - Sommer 1930, €1,875
Left, 18K gold Art Nouveau pocket watch with rose-cut diamonds, €4,750; Right, Willi Engelhardt design for a poster advertising Munchen – Sommer 1930, €1,875

MUNICH – Hermann Historica enjoyed strong results for sales it held on January 31 and February 1. Highlights included jewelry, precious stones and an extensive poster collection acquired by commercial designer Willi Engelhardt, which proved to be a once in a lifetime opportunity.

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Hermann Historica offers jewelry, swords & Willi Engelhardt art, Jan. 31-Feb. 1

Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200
Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200

Dragonfly-shaped gold brooch, est. €600-€1,200

MUNICH – A cornucopia of art, antiques and magnificent showpieces will come under the hammer in the online-only auction of Hermann Historica, taking place from January 31 to February 4. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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