This spring, Sotheby’s is to offer a private collection of 19th Century Furniture and Decorative Art comprised of approximately 50 lots. It includes a wide array of stylistic influences, from the sober French ancient régime to the more creative, revival interpretations fashionable during the Napoléon III and Belle Époque eras. The clock and barometer pair were cast and designed by the Ancienne Masion Colin, formerly owned and established by Émile Colin in 1882. This magnificent pair is testament to the grand scale and quality of objects used for furnishing interiors in the late 19th century, as it juxtaposes two powerful mythological deities drawn from the Louis XIV decorative art vocabulary: Chronos and Aurora, and the more modern putti at play.

This April, the 19th Century Furniture, Sculpture, Ceramic, Silver and Works of Art sale will feature the property of the Irene von Cseh Trust (lots 279-300) and a small collection of Caldwell articles (see lot 399 for a rare Renaissance-style chandelier), among the much sought-after French cabinet makers like Beurdeuley, Gouverneur, Linke and Zwiener, to name a few.

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers caters to a global market of buyers and sellers.  Our clients’ absolute satisfaction is our primary goal.  When you choose Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, expect premium service and expertise – and above all, expect results.  We hold up to forty auctions a year at our two locations  – Chicago’s West Loop and Naples’ Third Street South District – and specialize in Fine Furniture and Decorative Arts; Fine Art; Fine Books and Manuscripts; Fine Jewelry and Timepieces; and Vintage Couture and Accessories.

Sotheby’s Impressionist and Modern Art sale on the evening of May 3 will be the main event of the Spring season for those collectors seeking exceptional works by the best-known artists of the 20th century.

The star lot of the evening will be Pablo Picasso’s sumptuous Femmes lisant (Deux personnages), one of the coveted “Marie-Thérèse” pictures from the 1930s. This important painting leads the strong selection of works by Picasso that span the artist’s career, from the dramatic Blue period in 1901, through his rigorous neo-Classical period and the fantastical Surrealist era, to the heroic works of his final years. Among these prized pictures are the compelling Surrealist icon Femme, a dynamic mid-century portrait of Paloma and a monumental depiction of lovers that dates from the artist’s late career, all from the collection great San Francisco patron of the arts, Dodie Rosekrans.

Exhibition:

Sat., April 23, 10-4
Mon., April 25, 10-6
Tues., April 26, 10-6
Wed., April 27, 10-6
Thurs., April 28, 10-noon

Auction April 28th 1:30 pm

Auction highlights include works from Rembrandt, M.C. Escher and Picasso

Ivey-Selkirk is putting out the word about two upcoming auctions that are very exciting.  First, held on April 13th & 14th, is the Jackson Rooms auction.  Click here to view the highlights of this auction that includes a variety of pieces from Chinese decorative arts to American, Continental and English Furniture.

The second auction will be held on April 15th and is a wonderful collection of Spring Toys & Collectibles.  Click here to browse a nice mixture of items, including baseball collectibles that include a signed Babe Ruth baseball as well as vintage movie posters and Arcade cast iron “Lubrite Gasoline” tanker truck, toy cars and Lionel train sets.

Click here to browse the sale results for the auction of The Stuart Cary Welch Collection.  These are the sale results for Part One – Arts of the Islamic World.

New York – Phillips de Pury & Company is pleased to announce the highlights of the forthcoming Photographs sale on Saturday 9 April 2011, to be held at its Park Avenue location.

“We are looking forward to bringing the Photographs preview to our flagship space at 57th Street and Park Avenue. The uptown location will be a fresh setting to showcase our exhibition, comprised of a diverse selection of classic and contemporary photographs to fulfill the needs of our international clientele.” Vanessa Kramer, Worldwide Director of Photographs.

Click here to read more about this eye catching auction, find out what some of the highlights will be and see a sampling of the collection.

Click here to view the entire catalogue for the Early Printed Books auction that is scheduled for April 11th, 2011.

Consignments are always welcome at a Rago auction.  But if you want to get in on the 20th C. Decorative Arts and Furnishings auction, the deadline is quickly approaching!  You have until April 25th to get in your consignments for consideration – don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Jewels that stand the test of time are typically characterized by great stones or great design. The New York sale of Magnificent Jewels this April features many such jewels, including an array of white diamonds and period Cartier designs offered from a distinguished family collection.

Collectors will find top quality precious gemstones of every color including an exceptional Colombian emerald mounted by Harry Winston, a beautiful Burma ruby set in a 1920’s Chaumet brooch, and a lively Burma sapphire certified “royal blue”. Complementing such remarkable gems, the sale this April also features beautiful signed jewels made by leading jewelry designers both past and present. On the catalogue cover we showcase an elegant pair of diamond, sapphire and emerald hoop earclips by JAR, the most creative jeweler working today. Another highlight is a Modernist bangle-bracelet/clip made by Raymond Templier in the mid-1930s that is equally stunning and innovative.

Browse E-Catalogue