The Berwick Discovery of Lost Movie Posters – a trove of 33 classic and incredibly rare posters dating back as far as 1930 – many examples of which were thought to be lost for all time, realized $503,035 total, more than double its pre-auction estimate of $250,000+ to lead Heritage Auctions’ $1.93+ million March 23-24 […]
Christie’s announced the forthcoming sale of an outstanding private American collection of Post War and Contemporary Art: The Property from the Pincus Collection. As philanthropists, humanitarians, and art patrons, David Pincus and his wife Geraldine, known as Gerry, enjoyed a collection of Post War and Contemporary art since the early 60s. Notable for the extraordinary […]
The first of the farewell letters written in the Antarctic by Captain Robert Scott as he realised that he and his team would not survive was sold at Bonhams Polar Sale in London on 30 March for £163,250. It had been estimated to make £100,000-150,000. The letter, which was found on Scott’s body in November […]
Sotheby’s New York auction of Russian Works of Art, Fabergé & Icons on 17 April 2012 will offer a strong selection of rare and magnificent objects, many of which are emerging from private collections where they have been hidden for decades. Faberge Carved Lapis Lazuli Desk Clock Mounted in Gold, Silver, and Enamel, Workmaster Henrik […]
Skinner, Inc. will host a Discovery auction on April 11th and 12th in its Marlborough gallery. The sale presents an excellent assortment of artwork, with more than 900 pieces on offer. The sale also features furniture and decorative objects that will appeal to both professional decorators and anyone looking for unique home décor. Studio Paintings, […]
A 1950 Pontiac Chieftain Silver Streak Convertible, which was owned by Keith Richards while The Rolling Stones were based on the Cote d’Azur in the 1970s, is to be sold in Bonhams Sale of Collectors’ Motor Cars and Automobilia at the RAF Museum, Hendon on 30 April 2012. 1950 Pontiac Chieftain Silver Streak Convertible The […]
Christie’s New York presents its spring Photographs sale, on Thursday, April 5. featuring 350 lots, the sale contains exceptional breadth, reaching from the most emblematic images of the 20th and 21st centuries to those that have rarely been seen. The sale also offers an exceptional opportunity for beginning and seasoned collectors alike with estimates that […]
Bonhams fine art auctioneers appoints Suzanne Davis as Deputy Chairman Canada. Ms. Davis will work closely with the Bonhams representatives and offices worldwide to offer Canadian clients exposure to the international marketplace with the company’s sales in London, Paris, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Sydney. Bonhams successful sourcing of consignments in […]
Christie’s auctioneers has announced the appointment of Jinqing Caroline Cai as Managing Director, China, effective 1 June. In this new role Ms. Cai will lead Christie’s activities in China. Steven P. Murphy, Christie’s CEO, remarked: “The importance of China culturally and economically is profound. We are pleased to reaffirm our commitment to the clients and […]
A stunning painting by L.S. Lowry, entitled Yachts at Lytham St Anne’s is one of the highlights of the 20th Century British and Irish Art sale taking place on the 30th May at Bonhams, New Bond Street. L.S. Lowry, Yachts at Lytham St Anne’s Painted in 1951, Lowry has depicted a peaceful scene of yachts […]
To address the growing number of consignment inquiries from European collectors, Morphy Auctions has appointed Netherlands-based Jeroen van Valkenburg to the post of international representative. Fluent in Dutch, German, French and English, van Valkenburg will represent Morphy’s at antique shows and collector events across Europe and coordinate the pick-up and shipment of consigned goods to […]
A newly discovered 1823 printing of the Declaration of Independence, painstakingly engraved and printed by William Stone to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the founding of The United States, is expected to bring $250,000+ when it comes across the auction block on April 11 as the centerpiece of Heritage Auctions’ Historical Manuscripts Signature® Auction at […]
