ANTIQUES AND THE ARTS WEEKLY

Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018 THE GALLERY — 5

Scottsdale Art Auction Seeking Consignments
For April 6 Western Art Sale

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. — Scottsdale achieved a combined $18.5 million in be conducted on Friday, April 5. Our
Art Auction is seeking consignments for its January and April sales. The Leanin’ staff will be on hand to assist bidders,
its April 6 auction, which will be the Tree Museum Auction in January was a provide condition reports and expedite
15th sale of fine Western paintings and rare white glove affair with 100 percent shipping. Full-color catalogs will be
bronzes from masters of the genre. The of the lots selling. In April, 92 percent available, and every lot will be on view at
auction already has a number of impor- of all lots sold. Altogether, Scottsdale Art our website.
tant works, including a superb 26-by- Auction sold 97 percent of the lots that
48-inch oil by Gerard Curtis Delano crossed the block this year and set 48 Scottsdale Art Auction is a full-service
($300/500,000); a magnificent Frederic new auction records, bringing its grand auction house located at 7176 Main
Remington bronze, “The Rattlesnake” total of auction records set to 223. Street. We catalog and photograph
($200/300,000); and a rare action paint- consignments to exacting standards and
ing by modern master Jim Reynolds, a Scottsdale's auction is conducted in advertise from coast-to-coast and be-
28-by-40-inch oil ($30/50,000). a state-of-the-art, 10,000-square-foot yond. To inquire about consigning single
gallery. All works will be on view for two works, collections and estates, contact
This year was the best year yet for weeks prior to the sale date. An all-day Scottsdale Art Auction at 480-945-0225
Scottsdale Art Auction. The firm preview and evening preview party will or www.scottsdaleartauction.com.

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Margaret J. Patterson, Cape Cod Landscape, Watercolor.

Margaret Patterson
Returns To

Bakker Gallery
After 30 Years

SCOTTSDALE ART AUCTION PROVINCETOWN, MASS. — paintings hang in the Boston Mu-
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of seum of Fine Arts, Los Angeles and
Bakker’s first Margaret Patterson ex- Smith College Museum, Chicago Art
hibition in 1988, this show features Institute and many other galleries.
several new discoveries since the
publication of Jim Bakker’s retro- Patterson is internationally famous
spective catalog. for her woodblock prints, in black
and white or in color, examples of
Margaret Jordan Patterson was which are coveted Dawson Memorial
born in Soerabaja, Java, in 1867, Medal, Philadelphia. Margaret con-
and although both parents were tinued to print in the Japanese style
American, the glowing color and created with multiple woodblocks, a
luxuriance of the tropics seems to technique that she may have learned
have gotten into her blood at an ear- from Ethel Mars in Paris, unlike
ly age. As her artistic life developed, her fellow Provincetown Printers
she was always joyously at home in with their one-block method. Her
Spain, Italy and France, where she connection to Provincetown is clear,
painted for hours. Her luminous not only because of her landscapes
canvases sing with sunshine, vibrate depicting the Cape, but because of
with blues, greens and crimsons, her inclusion in Janet Flint’s Provinc-
as do those of Sorolla: windblown etown Printers: A Woodcut Tradition,
cypresses, lovely golden yellow or which was published in conjunction
faded pink plaster walls, bronze sails with the 1983 Smithsonian show of
and shimmering seas. the same name.

After working at the Pratt Institute Patterson’s prints are of flowers,
with Arthur W. Dow (1857–1922), landscapes and seascapes, delightful
Patterson went to Paris to study with in composition and mood, feeling
two famous Spanish painters, Clau- for design, and illusion of high relief
dio Castelucho (1870–1927) and — rich, like all her work in their
Anglada Camarasa (1871–1969), sense of color harmony. Like Whis-
both of whom were keenly interested tler’s etchings, they are reminiscent
in her work. In Boston, she worked of Japanese prints, yet completely
for and with the late Charles H. original. Some were selected by
Woodbury (1864–1940), also teach- Ethel Mars (1876–1934) and shown
ing in his school. His theories were in the 1922 Champs de Mar Paris
thoroughly in harmony with her Salon. They had already attracted
own, and their warm friendship was Parisian attention at the Barbazanges
based on mutual admiration. Gallery, just before World War I.

Patterson’s work was soon recog- After Patterson retired from teach-
nized as remarkable. Her paintings ing in 1940, she spent her sum-
in oil, watercolor and pastel have mers conducting summer classes in
been widely exhibited every year in landscape painting at her studio,
Europe and America, from her first Horn’s Hill, on Monhegan Island,
showing at the Paris Salon in 1909 Maine, where students worked in
to important exhibitions in Sweden, oil, gouache, water color and pencil.
Florence, London and repeatedly in Patterson died in Boston on Febru-
Boston and New York. She showed a ary 17, 1950.
group of paintings at the “Fifty Years
of Water Color” special exhibition at The exhibition is on view until
the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and October 14, at the Bakker Gallery,
several at the Chicago Art Institute which is at 359 Commercial Street.
Water Color Exhibit in 1906. Her For information, 508-413-9758 or
www.bakkerproject.com.

Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018 THE GALLERY — 7

Copley Fine Art
Auctions & SEWE

Team Up For
3-Day Wildlife
Exposition & Auction

Joseph W. Lincoln (1859–1938), “Long-Tailed Hen” ($40/60,000).
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Copley Fine Art Auctions will partner with the South-

eastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), to sponsor a three-day celebration of wildlife
and nature through fine art, conservation education and sporting demonstrations.
On February 15–17, SEWE will host some 40,000 attendees from across the nation.

“We are excited to expand our partnership with SEWE,” Copley’s owner and prin-
cipal, Stephen B. O’Brien Jr, said, “Jimmy Huggins, John Powell and Lloyd New-
berry have done a tremendous job over the years growing this event into one of the
nation’s great festivals. Their steadfast decision to celebrate the old and new masters
of decoy carving and sporting art is why we are there. I really tip my cap to them.”

O’Brien has reason to be excited, as Copley is coming off its most successful auc-
tion ever. The Sporting Sale in July grossed a company record of $5.2 million and
was the largest decoy auction in over a decade. The sale included the third session of
the Donal C. O’Brien Jr collection, which achieved a 95 percent sell through rate, a
record-shattering $24,800 per lot sold and a total of $7.35 million.

Over the course of the last 12 years, Copley has sold more than $60 million of
decoys and sporting art. “Those are hard numbers our clients can take to the bank.
The advent of keyword searchable databases such as Invaluable and AskArt continue
to shed light on the true state of the market, making our results all the more impres-
sive. I am extremely proud of the sales records that our team has compiled, and at
over 10,000 objects strong, our database has come to set the industry standard for
accurate reporting, making it a powerful tool for both our sellers and our buyers,”
O’Brien said. It is no surprise that in the last decade Copley has placed more decoys
on the top 100 all-time list than all other firms combined during the same period.

Copley’s Winter Sale on February 16, will once again feature the finest sporting
offerings headlined by decoys, paintings and sculpture with distinct provenance and
accurate condition reports informed by extensive ultraviolet and X-ray analysis. The
auction will have a fresh look in 2019, moving to SEWE’s bustling riverfront at the
Charleston Marriott, at 170 Lockwood Drive.

The sale will offer the opportunity to view and take home world-class paintings
and fine bird carvings. Items will be available to preview Friday, February 15, from
3 to 5 pm and Saturday, February 16, from 8 to 10 am. Bidding will begin at 10 am
on February 16. Telephone and absentee bidding are available, and online bidding
will be offered through Bidsquare and the sporting art industry’s first app, Copley
Live.

For more information or catalog, www.copleyart.com or email [email protected]
or call 617-536-0030.

Edmund H. Osthaus (1858–1928), “On Point,” oil on canvas, 24 by 36 inches
($30/50,000).

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Herbert H. Haseltine (American, 1877–1962), “Southdown Ewe,” 1933, gilt Mario J. Korbel (American, 1882–1954), “Andante,” 1917, bronze, green and
bronze with brown patina, 7½ high by 10-3/8 wide by 4½ deep inches. brown patina, 30 high by 35¾ wide by 8¾ deep inches.

American Art, Western & Sculpture At
Newly Created Graham Shay 1857 Gallery

NEW YORK CITY — Graham Graham Shay 1857 has
Shay 1857 is a newly formed fine art joined with Kapoor Gal-
gallery created through the knowl- leries Inc, highly respected
edge and expertise in the history of fourth generation dealers in
American art of its founder, Cam- ancient and classical fine arts
eron M. Shay, president of James of India and the Himalayas.
Graham & Sons which was estab- The two firms will integrate
lished in 1857 in New York. Shay their unique and specialized
has more than 38 years of experience inventories, mount focused
in the American art business. exhibitions and participate in
select public events and art
His roots are in Western and wild- fairs as a team.
life art, specializing in paintings and Since 1975, Kapoor Galler-
sculpture by such artists as Frederic ies, headed by Sanjay Kapoor,
Remington, Charles M. Russell, has played an instrumental
Albert Bierstadt, Alexander Proctor, role in educating the public
Carl Rungius, Cyrus Dallin, Wil- about ancient and classical fine
liam R. Leigh, James Earle Fraser, arts of India and the Himala-
Henry Farny, Solon Borglum and yas and encouraging interest
the Taos School of artists. in Indian art among collectors
and institutions.
As a director at James Graham & For more than 40 years, the
Sons for the past 34 years, Shay’s Kapoor Galleries Inc have
knowledge and expertise in late “A Tired Prince Led To Bed,” Eighteenth Century, been dedicated to building
Nineteenth and early Twentieth Lucknow, North India, gouache heightened with strong client-dealer relation-
Century American art, including gold on paper, 9-5/8 by 7½ inches (painting), ships, earning the respect,
the New York School of painters, Walt Kuhn (American, 1877–1949), “Young 13 by 11¼ inches (folio). loyalty and trust of those with
the Ashcan group, the Hudson River Woman with Crown and Cornucopia,” 1937, whom they help build collec-
School and American modernists oil on canvas, 40 by 30 inches. tions.
informs his new role as president of Ramesh Kapoor, the recently retired second generation representative of the firm,
Graham Shay 1857. Shay will carry has guided some of the most significant public and private collections of the Twenti-
on the tradition of artists that have been represented at Graham: Everett Shinn, Guy eth Century, as an arbiter of connoisseurship in the field.
Pene du Bois, Walter Gay, John White Alexander, Helen Torr, Henry Varnum Poor Kapoor Galleries Inc is consistently the privileged custodian of top-quality bronzes,
and the Wyeth family — three generations. sculptures, miniatures and thangkas, many of which are now part of the collections
of major museums and private collections. In 2004, Ramesh and Urmil Kapoor made
Shay is known also as an expert in American and European sculpture from the a substantial donation of Indian paintings to the Norton Simon Gallery Museum
Nineteenth and Twentieth centuries. In the American School are artists such as (Pasadena, Calif.) for a featured exhibition. This gift formed the core of the museum’s
Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Hiram Powers, Paul Manship, Harriet Frishmuth, Herbert collection of Indian paintings and contributed to the depth of its overall acquisitions.
Haseltine, Daniel Chester French, Anna Hyatt Huntington, Charles Cary Rumsey For more information on Graham Shay 1857, 212-535-5767 or www.grahamshay.com;
and Frederick MacMonnies; and in the European School, both the animaliers and Kapoor Galleries Inc, www.kapoorgalleries.com or 212-794-2300.
figurative sculptors include Antoine-Louis Barye, Rembrandt Bugatti, Paul Troubetz-
koy, Edgar Degas, August Rodin, Frederic-August Bartholdi, Isidore Bonheur, P.J.
Mene, Jules Dalou and Jean Baptiste Carpeaux.

Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018 THE GALLERY — 9

PBA Galleries Features Children’s Book
Illustration Art November 1

SAN FRANCISCO — Most Antelope, Bison, Cougar:
everyone remembers their A National Park Wildlife
favorite book as a child, a Alphabet Book was his first
book with few words but vivid children’s book. Dan San
illustrations that transported Souci has illustrated around
the reader to new places and 50 books for young readers
adventures. Collectors often and was the author for sev-
start their collection with eral of them. Both author
one of these books from their and illustrator are Northern
childhood, but few have the California natives with a
opportunity to collect the passion for wildlife and na-
original piece of art used to tional parks, as well as shar-
illustrate their favorite book. ing the beauty with others.
On Thursday, November 1, Daniel San Souci called this
PBA Galleries will offer a col- alphabet book the achieve-
lection of original illustration ment of a lifelong dream,
art for children’s books. using his art to show the
importance of wildlife in
Many West Coast contem- our national parks.
porary illustrators of children’s
books are represented in the This auction is for new
collection with significant of- and seasoned collectors
ferings by Jamichael Henterly alike. Whether it is for a
(Arthur on Horseback), Elisa memory from childhood
Kleven (The Puddle Pail), or for the love of collect-
Melissa Mathis (Turtle and the ing original illustrations,
Moon), Stacey Schuett (Out- this sale will capture the
side the Window) and Daniel eyes of many for all the
San Souci (Antelope, Bison, vivid images. Ranging from
Cougar: A National Park Wildlife Alphabet Book). Many of the illustrations will be bedtime stories, to ABC books, to just plain fiction, celebrate the art of illustration
offered with a copy of the book where the art appears. that captures the eyes of those who look at it.
The catalog for the November 1 sale will be posted 2 to 3 weeks before the
A highlight of the sale is an original watercolor by Daniel San Souci for Steven auction. The sale will begin at 11 am Pacific Time. The public may preview the
P. Medley’s Antelope, Bison, Cougar: A National Park Wildlife Alphabet Book. The auction Monday, October 29, from 1 to 5 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday, October
illustration for B is for Bison, show a group of four American buffalo relaxing on 30–31, 9 am to 5 pm; and Thursday, November 1, from 9 to 11 am, or by appoint-
the grasslands of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Included is a signed and num- ment. PBA accepts absentee bids by phone, fax or email or bids may be placed
bered limited edition of the book. The colophon is an additional page featuring the during the sale in person or online
Florida panther in the Everglades National Park. Also, included in the books is a PBA Galleries is at 1233 Sutter Street. For additional information or to view the
numbered lithograph of a drawing used on the G is for Grizzly page and a separate catalog, visit www.pbagalleries.com, email [email protected] or call 415-989-
color print of the Florida panther. 2665.

Steven P. Medley has written about Yosemite National Park many times, but

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Paper Trail Traces Florence Griswold Museum’s
Works On Paper Collection

OLD LYME, CONN. — Works on made to the institution over its history. On sketches and other works on paper are foun-
paper have represented a key component of view through January 27, the collection has dations of the creative process, often the
the Florence Griswold Museum’s collection grown in scope to include works created first step on the ‘trail’ that leads to a finished
since the Lyme Art Colony’s heyday, when with ink, graphite, watercolor and pastel on artwork.” The show opens with a display of
artists gathered in the parlor of Florence paper from the Eighteenth Century to the more than 20 “Wiggle Drawings,” chosen
Griswold’s boardinghouse to play the “Wig- present. from a collection of more than 150. Many
gle Game,” drawing spirited caricatures “‘Paper Trail’ celebrates collection high- examples are humorous, while others reflect
that became the “founding documents” of lights and presents hidden gems rarely historical trends and social interests, such
the future museum’s holdings. “Paper Trail: displayed because of the fragility of works as Arthur Heming’s lassoing cowboy or
American Prints, Drawings, and Watercol- on paper,” notes Parsons. “The works on Allen Butler Talcott’s buffalo hunter, which
ors,” organized by assistant curator Jennifer view reflect how the achievements of Con- thematize the American West.
Stettler Parsons, follows the “paper trail” necticut’s artists on paper align with the “Paper Trail” offers a chance to showcase
of acquisitions and gifts of works on paper history of American art. At the same time, the museum’s significant collections by art-
ists Fidelia Bridges, Chauncey F. Ryder and
Thomas Nason. The museum is the recipi-
ent of two of Fidelia Bridges’ rare portfolios.
The first collection arrived through the fam-
ily of her close friend, the portraitist Oliver
Ingraham Lay. The second portfolio is a
recent donation making its museum debut.
The seashore scenes and floral nature stud-
ies included in this exhibition come from a
trove of more than 60 works that were pre- Sol LeWitt, “Wavy Vertical Brush-
served by descendants of the Bridges family. strokes (Multicolor),” 1994, gouache
This tremendous gift newly inaugurates the on paper, 15 by 11-1/3 inches. Florence
Florence Griswold Museum as a center for Griswold Museum, Purchase with a gift
the study of Fidelia Bridges’ art. from Alva Greenberg.
Although best known for his oil paint- found his ideal subject matter in rural New
ings, Chauncey F. Ryder was a proficient England, discovering beauty and melan-
draftsman, printmaker and watercolorist. choly in aging vernacular architecture and
The museum’s collection of more than abandoned farms. The museum’s relation-
250 sketches by Ryder serves as a literal ship with the artist’s family has made it a
“paper trail” of his process. In addition major repository for Nason’s work, second
to sketches, the museum’s Ryder collec- only in size to the holdings of the Boston
tion includes his ledgers. Ryder assigned Public Library. “Paper Trail” includes a
each of his works inventory numbers and selection of Nason’s printing blocks, tools
meticulously tracked their titles, sizes and and printing press.
PThRoOmaOs FNaTsoOn:, “pTohretrCaiidtiesrtMiniplla(@finaloslt.actoe)m,”;1c9c44: ,Bchairabroscuro wood engrav- exhibition histories.
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Lyme Street. For information, 860-434-
5542 or www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org.

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‘Icons Of The Hellenic “The Prophets Foretold Thy Coming,” Byzantine, late Thirteenth Century.
World’ Focuses On

Greek And Byzantine
Iconography

CLINTON, MASS. — “Icons of the Hellenic World” is the first major exhibition
at the Museum of Russian Icons that focuses exclusively on Greek and Byzantine ico-
nography. On view until October 21, the exhibit delves deeply into the links and the
continuity of Greek art and culture from Late Antiquity through Byzantium and on to
the present.

“We are very grateful to Emmanuel Tiliakos for the opportunity to showcase his
extraordinary collection, giving contemporary viewers a window into the richness of
Greek culture and history,” says Museum of Russian Icons chief executive officer and
curator Kent Russell. “Though icons are considered works of art, they are important
cultural and religious relics. As they are handed down through generations, icons are
often the only surviving testimonies of places and peoples long gone.”

Primarily comprised of icons created after the fall of Constantinople in 1453, “Icons
of the Hellenic World” also features works from the Byzantine period (330–1453 CE).
The earliest object in the exhibition is a rare “Portrait of Man” from Fayum, Egypt,
produced in the First or Second Century CE, and painted in the encaustic technique,
a wax painting method practiced in ancient Greece that probably originated in Egypt.
Encaustic portraits are thought to be prototypes for painting the earliest Christian
icons.

The exhibition features numerous icons and objects from the Cretan School as well
as pieces from the Greek Islands of the Aegean Sea and the so-called Ionian School.
This was the art produced in the Ionian Islands by Cretan artists who took refuge on
these Venetian-held islands after the fall of Crete to the Ottoman Turks in 1667. The
School of the Ionian Islands produced some famous and talented artists who provide a
direct link from the art of Byzantium to modern Greece.

The collection comes from Athens-born Emmanuel Tiliakos, who has been a collec-
tor and independent art dealer in Boston and New York since 1980, specializing in the
arts of the Ancient Near East and Medieval and Renaissance Art.

Museum of Russian Icons is at 203 Union Street. For more information, 978-598-
5000 or www.museumofrussianicons.org.

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Hudson Valley Treasures At
New Paltz’s Jenkinstown Antiques

NEW PALTZ, N.Y. — The on every wall, fill the chairs and
first paragraph here is taken seem to pile up in the corners.
from the introduction to my Scenes of the Hudson Valley,
recently published book, Paint- the Catskills, the Shawangunk
ings at Mohonk: Visions of our Ridge, Mohonk and Minnewas-
Surroundings, which can be ka can often be found. The
ordered directly from https:// artists represented in my catalog
shop.mohonk.com/collections/ include Henry Van Ingen, John
books/products/paintings-at- Williamson, Joseph Tubby, Dan-
mohonk-visions-of-our-sur- iel Huntington, Hendrik Dirk
roundings-by-sanford-a-levy. Kruseman van Elten, Nelson
Ever since my days as a Augustus Moore, Frank Waller,
student at the State University Carl Werntz, Dorothea M. Litz-
of New York (SUNY) in New inger and Bayard Henry Tyler.
Paltz, N.Y., I have admired Besides these artists, I have
and been drawn to the beauty often written about and have
of the Shawangunk Ridge. works by many others that
Throughout my more than painted and sketched from
42-year career as an antiques Cragsmoor to Woodstock,
dealer, I have focused on fur- such as Edward Mack Curtis
niture, pottery and paintings Hawkins, T.B. Pope, Raphael
that were created and used in Weed, D.F. Hasbrouck, James
local Hudson Valley homes. As Scott, Michael Kelly and Julia
I continued my study of the McEntee Dillon. I am always
artists that worked in the area, interested in learning about and
I became more intrigued by acquiring works by these artists.
the images they left behind. My “View to Skytop, Mohonk” by Bayard H. Tyler (1856-1931), oil on board, 8 by 10 Recently I have found myself
connections with their render- inches. buying from many old local

ing of local scenes brought me collections and the shop is very
to research and study how these paintings chronicled our surroundings. full – come visit! I am in and out of the shop every day and a call ahead is
In my antiques shop, Jenkinstown Antiques, just four miles south of the advised, but not essential if you find yourself traveling in the area.
town of New Paltz, I continue to offer a wide range of items related to the Jenkinstown Antiques is at 520 Route 32 South. For information, 845-
Hudson Valley. Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century furniture and accesso- 255-4876, 845-389-5379 (cell), www.jenkinstownantiques.com, email
ries, such as china, glass and stoneware fill up the shop, which is in the 1792 [email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/jenkinstownan-
Hallock House that I moved to my property in the 1980s. Paintings hang tiques.

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Bruce Museum: Where Art & Science Intersect

GREENWICH, CONN. — Frank Poor (American, b 1962), “Cotton Depot – Bishopville,
The Bruce Museum highlights S.C.,” 2015, basswood and digital transparencies on glass, 7 by
art, science and natural history 50 by 9 inches. Courtesy of the artist and Krakow Witkin Gallery.
in more than a dozen chang- Photograph courtesy of the artist.
ing exhibitions annually. This
fall the museum is hosting a This exhibition of minia- mation in the field of medical Jacob Lawrence, “Carpenters,” 1977, lithograph. Photo courtesy
diverse group of exhibitions. tures, models and dioramas ex- practice. At the beginning of of Joel Breger.
plores interior and exterior ar- the century, medical instru-
On view through December chitecture in a range of scales. ments were often beautifully tubes, telling the story of how rug cannot be altered. This
30, “ReTooled: Highlights Some works contemplate crafted but could not be steril- various branches of diagnos- weaving method requires the
from the Hechinger Collec- the structure and its place ized. As the era progressed, tic and therapeutic medicine weaver to plan the design
tion,” is an engaging and in history as a monument to germ theory became accepted evolved. and pattern of the rug to fit
thought-provoking look at the architectural creativity, others and aseptic tools replaced precisely into the predeter-
unexpected subject of tools. pay homage to the history of aesthetically pleasing instru- “A Continuous Thread: Na- mined length of the rug. The
Featuring more than 40 richly an urban environment, yet ments made of wood, ivory vajo Weaving Traditions,” will items on display are from the
imaginative and thought-pro- others depict fanciful, surreal and ebony. Advancing tech- be on view through November collection of Margaret Cran-
voking paintings, sculptures, places that could only exist in nology brought the world 25, tracing the history of the ford (1887–1974), a resident
photographs and sketches, the miniature. new ways to diagnose illness, Navajo weaving tradition from of Greenwich. At the age of
exhibition celebrates the preva- such as the stethoscope, x-rays the earliest Mexican-inspired 21, Cranford began a lifelong
lence of tools in our lives with Opening November 24, “The and sphygmomanometer (for Saltillo serapes, circa 1880, to pursuit of traveling across the
art that magically transforms Dawn of Modern Medicine: blood pressure). Many of these mid-Twentieth Century picto- United States and the world,
utilitarian objects into fanci- Selections from the Medical innovative instruments are rial rugs. collecting fine decorative art,
ful works that speak of beauty, Artifact Collection of M. Don- direct precursors of those used jewelry and textiles.
insight and wit. ald Blaufox, MD, PhD,” show- by present-day doctors, often Navajo rugs are unique
cases some 100 artifacts from with remarkably little modifi- because their warp (the verti- The Bruce Museum is at One
Curated by Jared Packard- the Blaufox collection; it will cation. Artifacts on view range cal strings on a loom) is one Museum Drive. For further
Winkler, “ReTooled” presents be on view through April 7. from surgical tools to quack long continuous piece of wool information, 203-869-0376 or
the works in four sections: patent medicines to early x-ray thread. Once the warp is set www.brucemuseum.org.
Objects of Beauty, Material The Nineteenth Century wit- on the loom, the size of the
Illusions, Instruments of Satire nessed a remarkable transfor-
and Tools: An Extension of
Self. Some of the artists fea-
tured portray tools with rever-
ence to emphasize their purity
of design, while others disfig-
ure and transform implements
to highlight their obsolescence
in today’s world of glass, steel
and technology.

Enticing viewers to take
a closer look, “Downsized:
Small-Scale Sculpture by Con-
temporary Artists,” will open
on November 3 and be on
view through January 27.

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“Femme dans l’Atelier” by Pablo Picasso, edition of 500 with 34 artist proofs, “Picasso Preside la Corrida – Frejus” by Lucien Clergue (French, 1934–2014),
1979–1982, lithograph on Arches paper, 22 by 29 inches. printed by Masumi Oda and Lucien Clergue, edition I/V, 1962. Gelatin silver
print, 18 by 22 inches.

Fine Art Appreciation Day — October 25

by JeSSie GillaN tant to take the time and enjoy it. It is our hope that seums and artists to celebrate the day by using the
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proud to be the creator of the national Fine Art Appre- bring more meaning into their daily lives. tiniest and most creative fine artist in your home. For
ciation Day, with celebration set on Pablo Picasso’s Oc- extra fun, you can dress up as your favorite artist or art-
tober 25 birthday. The day marks a time when everyone Picasso was born October 25, 1881, and was a master work, (it is just six days before Halloween) — imagine
can take a moment and enjoy the fine art around them of fine art in almost every media — from paintings and yourself as Edvard Munch’s “The Scream” or get a fake
or to create an artwork inspired by the occasion. drawings to ceramics and bronze sculptures. He also is mustache and curl up the ends like Dali — so many
considered a master of a wide variety of modern fine art possibilities. RoGallery will repost any posts using this
We noted a void in the specialized calendar days (hot styles, most notably Cubism. In its inventory, RoGal- hashtag to give your gallery or personal profile an extra
dog day, talk like a pirate day, etc,) for art inspired lery.com has available the estate lithograph collection of social media boost. Follow us on Twitter by our handle
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From here onward, October 25 will be a national day images printed in the late 1970s and early 1980s. gallery, with any questions on how to celebrate. Mark
for galleries and museums to hold special events, offer your calendars for October 25; it will be an amazing
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Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018 THE GALLERY — 15

Jonny Kelson, A New Old Master

NEW YORK CITY — Stark use of light historic genre. However, there is always room portraits, and the contrast of incorporating
with a shadow of tenebrism and the smoky, for development and modernization, which everyday life and imagery into that model.”
atmospheric application of chiaroscuro are Kelson proves through his paintings. As Kelson manifests his interest in art history
all hallmarks of Old Master figural paint- the artist, Kelson can embark on fantastical through his portraiture, especially through
ing. Taking inspiration from artists such as explorations of the subject’s possible exis- “Daniel.”
Caravaggio and Rembrandt, Minneapolis tence. In his own words, “All portraits have a Jonny Kelson is currently represented in
artist Jonny Kelson adeptly brings these tradi- mysterious narrative going on, whether subtle New York City by Bicycle Fine Art; a unique
tions and techniques of oil painting into the or not.” Art Advisory that has built a rich reputation
present. Primarily a portraitist working in the of partnering with established and emerging
Renaissance tradition, Kelson creates visually An example of Kelson’s skill in capturing artists from across the country, introducing
compelling works that introduce contempo- the portrait is his work titled “Daniel.” In their work to the broader public and the
rary twists to the tonal depth and technical this piece, Kelson portrays Daniel Corrigan, industry’s top designers. From classic portrai-
prowess of Old Master-style paintings. Rep- renowned Minneapolis photographer, who is ture to monochromatic minimalism, Bicycle
resented in New York City by Bicycle Fine shown gazing at the viewer with his face half Fine Art is committed to fostering close
Art, and in collaboration with Art Advisor in shadow. Taking a note from early Twenti- connections between private collectors and
Lisa-Thi Beskar, Kelson’s commissioned oil eth Century American portrait painters, Kel- artists. Working closely with the New York
paintings are offered as accessible contempo- son says, “I like the idea of making portraits Design Center each month, Bicycle presents “Daniel” by Jonny Kelson, 2016, oil on
rary yet timeless portraits of families, children of other artists and musicians.” Like those a new selection of thoughtfully curated origi- canvas, portrait: 20 by 16 inches, frame:
and individuals. before him, Kelson wants to create these oil nal contemporary paintings, drawings and 25 by 21 inches.
paintings as documentation, but without the limited-edition prints, making fine art easily
Although portraits today may not corre- grandeur and opulence of the baroque. By accessible for today’s art enthusiasts and fine a wonderful addition to the modern home
spond in historic significance to those of the placing the figure against a dark, ambiguous art collectors alike. With his extensive knowl- interior.
past, Kelson’s shading, lighting and attention background, Kelson ensures that the focus is edge of art history and impressive attention Bicycle Fine Art is at New York Design
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Locati’s Eclectic Online Sale Concludes On October 15

MAPLE GLEN, PENN. — Pol Chambost (French, Antonio Martino (American, 1902–1988), oil on canvas
Locati begins October with a 1906–1983), art pottery vase ($6/8,000).
sale that features more than ($10/15,000). on Saturday, October 13, from information, www.locatillc.com
400 lots, including fine art, auction online, interested bid- 10 am to 5 pm. For additional or 215-619-2873.
Chinese porcelain, pottery and ders are invited to attend
furniture. The online sale is Locati’s preview, which will be
currently in progress and ends conducted at the firm’s loca-
Monday, October 15. tion at 1425 East Welsh Road

Michael Locati, co-owner, said
he anticipates healthy bidder
activity. “Our October sale fea-
tures some exciting, fresh-to-
the-market pieces,” he said.

Locati further stated, “Items
included in the sale are three
Antonio Martino paintings
($6/8,000), a rare Pol Cham-
bost art pottery vase
($10/15,000) and a historically
significant sugar/creamer set
that was a gift from Civil War
General Philip Sheridan to
Oliver Wendell Holmes ($500-
$1,000).”

In addition to viewing the

New Hampshire Antique Co-Op Celebrates
35th Anniversary With Open House
MILFORD, N.H. — New Hampshire shire Antique Co-op in 1983 as one of New
Antique Co-op invites the public to its Owners Sam and Jason Hackler of England’s first group antiques shops, he
35th Anniversary Customer Appreciation New Hampshire Antique Co-op had no idea that 35 years later his family
Open House on Saturday and Sunday, interior designers and collectors have would be working alongside him. Sam and
October 13–14, from 10 am to 5 pm. Cider long known that this is the place to come his son, Jason, who at age 11 began to
and doughnuts, a gallery exhibit of Rock- to for a fun day of treasure hunting or a accompany his father at work, together
port and Cape Ann paintings, storewide serious day of antiquing.” now own and operate the 200-dealer shop
savings, as well as a chance to win a $100 that is widely recognized for its diversity
New Hampshire Antique Co-op gift card When Sam Hackler opened New Hamp- of product, commitment to excellence and
will be on tap. All are welcome. breadth of expertise.

A highlight of the event is a celebratory The 20,000-square-foot building, easily
champagne toast by owners Sam and recognized by its New England meeting-
Jason Hackler at 1 pm on Sunday, October house-style tower, features a front plaza,
14, in the front plaza at New Hampshire room settings, showcases, booth vignettes,
Antique Co-op. The toast by the Hacklers two art galleries and exhibit space for
is in appreciation of all of the customers, local contemporary artists and nonprofit
dealers and staff members who have been organizations, as well as a Main Street of
an essential part of the shop’s growth storefronts built with architectural ele-
throughout the past 35 years. ments from the former Goyette Museum
in Peterborough, N.H.
Immediately following the toast is a gal-
lery walk with Jason Hackler in the With more than 70 years combined
Upstairs Gallery featuring the current expertise, the father-and-son Hackler
exhibit, “The Cape Ann School & Rockport team offer fPraeeginveartebadlbayppraisals of cus-
Art Tradition.” Hackler will present paint- tomer’s heirPlo:\oAm&sAaAnddsa\n8t-0iq3u-e18fi\nds. The
ings in the exhibit and will pepper his Hacklers’ ewxpaenrtieedncme aarsineowpnaeinrstinogfs New
talk with stories of bygone days at the AtHthhpaeepmArfpaocsitrshimveirereserApe1ApAGmicpsxnrksraateoa1iinldcqipsiiiunatuareeodtpliodGofSCfr.norttoooam-e:utoaepp6r,-naA2pen4ndr-dt1iin6oqtchf,ufiepiecmsaelrsastnhoodeff
co-op.
honor of beinmgonragmaendh“iBlle@stsonf Nete.wneHtamp-
“We’re celebrating 35 years with a heart- shire — Anantidquccesto:Abpaprbaisals” by New
felt thank you to all of our customers,
dealers, staff, friends and family for their Hampshire Magazine.
loyal patronage,” said Sam Hackler. “Some New Hampshire Antique Co-op is at 323
dealers and staff here have been with us
for decades. Many of our customers have Elm Street. For information, 603-673-8499
been coming to New Hampshire Co-op or www.nhantiquecoop.com.
weekly for years on end. Antiques dealers,

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A Successful Show & Sale For
31st Annual Cape Cod Glass Club

WEST BARNSTABLE, at the Cape Cod Glass Show had Nineteenth Century blown
MASS. — “We had a strong and Sale featured all periods, American glass as well as
gate for the show, especially on including contemporary art pressed and cut and other fine
Saturday. The dealers who glass,” said show manager glass.
attended were pleased with the Betsy Hewlett Lessig.
sales for the 31st Annual Cape More contemporary art glass
Cod Glass Show and Sale, Exhibitor Carlese Westock, was offered by Glass Accents
which was conducted Septem- from Woodlawn, N.J., showed Etc. A spectacular rare set of
ber 15–16 in the Cape Cod an impressive contemporary pitcher and tumblers decorated
Community Gym. Glass shown witch ball and holder made by with a striking heart design,
artist Art Reed. Westock also made by the Martinsville Glass

Diantiques, Diane Lytwyn, from Southport, Conn., brought
her collection of mercury, Bohemian, American cut and
engraved glass. She is seen here holding a signed Lunt
inkwell.

Glimmerglass Antiques, Schenevus, N.Y.,
showed Victorian Art glass, including this
rare early set with hearts, circa 1915, made
by the New Martinsville Glass Co, and
priced at $750.

Review and Photos by Exhibitor Matt King, Marshfield, Mass.,
Jackie Sideli showed bottles and early Americana. Sara
King, Matt’s daughter, is holding an early
Stiegel enameled flask from King’s booth.

Once and Future Antiques, Susan and Stephen Pescatore,
from Chelmsford, Mass., offered Nineteenth and Twentieth
Century glass, including a collection of Steuben.

Dealer Carlese Westock, from Woodland Ed Beard in the Cape Cod Glass Club booth,
Park, N.J., holds a contemporary witch ball a co-op which has member’s pieces. Shown
and holder by artist Art Reed. here, a sapphire blue bar bottle, priced at
$750.

Cape Cod Octopus’s Garden from East Falmouth, Mass.,
offered sea glass jewelry in their booth at the show includ-
ing these sea glass necklaces.

New Bedford Museum of Glass, New Bedford, Mass., fea- Pleasant Valley Antiques, James B. Lessig, C&J Antiques, Norfolk, Mass, showed its
tured a selection of contemporary glass paperweights. brought American and European art glass. collection of Victorian, art glass and elegant
glass, including a rare cranberry threaded
decanter and glasses set, which dated from
the 1860s.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 43

Co around 1915, was offered by This is a view of the booth for the Antique Glass Salt and Betsy Hewlett Lessig, Yarmouth Port, Mass., is the show
Glimmerglass of Schenevus, Sugar Shaker Club, which was founded in 1983. manager and is shown here in her booth, which featured
N.Y., and priced at $750. Glim- early American pattern glass.
merglass also showed a variety and engraved glass. Matt King, tion of early American pattern
of Victorian art glass.. a dealer from Marshfield, glass to the show. Betsy showed American and Europe- material is period, and very fine.
Mass., brought early blown bot- Hewlett Lessig, from Yar- an art glass. For additional information,
The Cape Cod Glass Club had tles and a striking rare enam- mouthport, Mass., is the man-
its own booth with material eled Steigel bottle in his booth. ager of the show and offered The 31st edition was focused call program chairperson and
from many members, including early American pattern glass. and the dealers who participat- show manager, Betsy Hewlett
a rare period blue bar bottle, The Ahlfelds, dealers who Pleasant Valley Antiques, Jim ed were serious. The club has Lessig, at 508-385-4893, or for
priced at $750. Ed Beard was attended the show from Lan- Lessig from Brookeville, Md., dealers who have contemporary the Cape Cod Glass Club at
in charge of the booth for the caster, Penn., brought a selec- art glass, though most of the www.capecodglassclub.org.
Cape Cod Glass Club, which
had fine examples.

The New Bedford Museum of
Glass had a booth with rare
vintage glass, including Pair-
point, Mount Washington, Tif-
fany, Steuben, Sandwich,
paperweights, cup plates, ura-
nium glass and oil lamps. The
museum is located just min-
utes from downtown New Bed-
ford, Mass.

Syd’s A&J, from Harwich,
Mass., showed antique and
Depression-era glass. Once and
Future Antiques had a collec-
tion of Nineteenth and Twenti-
eth Century glass. Diane
Lytwyn, Southport, Conn.,
showed her collection of Ameri-
can mercury, Bohemian, cut

‘Star Wars’ Concept Art May Top Heritage’s
October 12 Illustration Art Auction

Ralph Angus McQuarrie (American, 1929–2012), “Y-Wing Fighters in the Rebel Hangar,”
Star Wars movie concept art, 1976, gouache on board, 8 by 16 inches (sight), signed lower
left ($100/150,000). John Conrad Berkey (American, 1932–2008), “King Kong,”
original movie poster artwork, 1976, gouache on board, 18½
DALLAS — Concept art for one Charles G. Martignette and Louis inch watercolor and pencil on by 22½ inches, signed lower right ($20/40,000).
of just 21 paintings reproduced in K. Meisel. This 30-by-24-inch oil board image is featured in two
the December 1977 Star Wars on canvas is signed by the artist books about the artist: Vargas, co- original movie poster artwork, Author J.M. Walsh said in the
Portfolio, Ralph Angus McQuar- in the lower right. One of the written in 1978 by the artist and 1976 ($20/40,000). Capturing Spring 1932 issue of Wonder Sto-
rie’s “Y-Wing Fighters in the most important pin-up artists, Reid Austin, and Benedikt King Kong, universally regarded ries Quarterly that “one of the
Rebel Hangar,” Star Wars movie Elvgren produced more than 500 Taschen’s 1990 Vargas. A set of as one of the most famous crea- greatest services that an author
concept art, 1976, is expected to oil paintings for commercial use, 750 numbered lithographs was tures in cinematic history, this of science fiction can perform
claim top-lot honors in Heritage including illustrations for corpo- printed from this original and gouache on board image, which is writing interplanetary adven-
Auctions’ illustration art auction rations, advertising agencies, cal- sold by the Peruvian artist’s signed by the artist in the lower tures is to show the infinite dif-
October 12. This is the first time endars and major magazines. estate in the 1980s (Vargas died right corner, is arguably the ferences that might exist between
Heritage Auctions has offered Another celebrated pin-up art- in 1982). greatest Berkey ever produced various forms of intelligent life.”
McQuarrie’s Star Wars art, which ist is featured in Alberto Vargas’ One lot that demands the atten- and one of the most powerful That statement is brought to life
is extremely rare and in high “Broadway Showgirl,” 1928 tion of anyone who sees it is John images ever created of King in the issue’s cover, with Frank R.
demand among collectors. ($30/50,000). This 24¼-by-18½- Conrad Berkey’s “King Kong,” Kong. Paul’s “The Vanguard to Nep-
The painting ($100/150,000) is tune,” spring 1932 ($20/30,000).
reproduced in the 2016 book Star This mixed-media image por-
Wars Art: Ralph McQuarrie, vol- trays a group of spacemen — pos-
ume one, dated January 1976/ sibly humans visiting another
early 1976, and appears in Bal- planet (a planet resembling earth
lentine’s 1979 The Art of Star is visible in the background) or
Wars. As George Lucas said, perhaps some kind of aliens —
“Ralph’s contribution to the Star running toward a spaceship to
Wars world is incalculable.” evade a swarm of creatures that
Five works by Patrick Nagel are look like giant maggots and some
expected to be among the most sort of vehicle designed to look
heavily pursued offerings of the like a pair of giant circular saw
day. An untitled 48-by-40-inch blades that shoots lasers from
acrylic on canvas, 1984 just below the axle.
($60/80,000) is signed in the Other potential top lots include
lower left by the artist. Part of the Harry Clarke, “The Little Sea
widespread appeal of the paint- Maid,” Fairy Tales by Hans Chris-
ing is the fact that it graces the tian Andersen interior illustra-
cover of Nagel: The Art of Patrick tion, 1916 ($10/15,000); Hugh
Nagel, which is the only book the Joseph Ward, “Runaway,” Speed
artist wrote about his own art- Adventure magazine cover, March
work. His artwork retains enor- 1943 ($10/15,000); and Norman
mous popularity among a new Saunders, “His Fatal Fling,” Dime
generation of artists, illustrators, Detective Magazine, August 1951
designers and collectors. ($8/12,000).
Gil Elvgren’s “He Almost Scared The auction will begin at 11 am
Me Out of My Skin!,” 1948 Gil Elvgren (American, 1914–1980), “He at Heritage Auctions Design Dis-
($40/60,000) appears as figure Patrick Nagel (American, 1945–1984), unti- Almost Scared Me Out of My Skin!,” 1948, trict Showroom, 1518 Slocum
212 in Gil Elvgren: All His Glam- tled, acrylic on canvas, 48 by 40 inches, signed oil on canvas, 30 by 24 inches, signed Street. For information, 877-437-
orous American Pin-Ups by lower left ($60/80,000). lower right ($40/60,000). 4824 or www.ha.com.

44 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Hidden In Plain Sight, ‘Lost’ Rodin Bronze
At BRG Auction Ending October 10

A platinum, cabochon sapphire, and dia-
mond ring will be offered.

Pair of antique Chinese elaborately enameled and decorat- Steinway & Son grand piano Model B, circa
ed chargers with dragon motifs. 1907, in a highly figured mahogany case.

GREENWICH, CONN. — In ered “lost,” until now. This Long thought to be lost, this Gustave Wolff (American, 1863-1935), industrial oil on canvas.
an online auction by Black “Buste de Jean-Baptiste” sculp- August Rodin Saint Jean-
Rock Galleries (BRG) that clos- ture has been in the private Baptiste bronze head was ormolu-mounted mahogany mahogany case; and a pair of
es on Wednesday, October 10, estate collection of philanthro- found by Black Rock Gal- vitrine cabinet dated 1890; a antique Chinese elaborately
one lot stands out — among a pist and original CBS co-found- leries when they entered Joseph Hirsch (American, enameled and decorated char-
sea of dark brown wood furni- er Arthur Judson. the estate. “Hidden in plain 1910—1981) oil on canvas gers with dragon motifs
ture lay a rare, once considered sight,” was how it was titled “Girl Combing”; a Gus-
lost, bronze “Buste de Saint “Because we believe this described. tave Wolff (American, 1863– Previews will be Saturday,
Jean-Baptiste” by French Rodin is truly as presented, we 1935) industrial oil on canvas; September 29, Tuesday, October
sculptor Francois Auguste are offering the winning bidder In addition to the Rodin four Thomas Hart Benton litho- 2–Saturday, October 6, and
Rene Rodin (1840–1917) — it a 90-day guarantee,” Panarese bronze, the fall Greenwich sale graphs; two Steinway pianos: a Monday to Wednesday, October
was hidden in plain sight. said. “During this time, the offers a collection of fine art, Steinway baby grand piano, 8–10, 10 am to 5 pm. Black Rock
funds paid by the highest bid- jewelry, antiques and more, all Model L; and a Steinway & Galleries is at 179 Hamilton
“When the Black Rock Galler- der will be held in escrow and hailing from fine New York Sons grand piano Model B, Avenue. For more information,
ies estates team initially met the winning bidder has the City, Westchester and Fairfield circa 1907, in a highly figured www.blackrockgalleries.com or
with the estate’s executor, they opportunity to have the piece County estates. Other auction 203-900-1110.
immediately noticed the authenticated.” highlights include a platinum,
bronze,” explained BRG man- cabochon sapphire and dia-
aging partner Grant Panarese. It is believed that the bronze mond ring, size 6—7.75; a
“When we go into an estate, we was acquired by Arthur Judson Henry Dasson, Paris, French
look at everything. Actually, in the 1950s or 1960s. Since
this spectacular bronze was sit- Judson’s death, the well-tended
ting on a pedestal in the foyer estate remained in the family
— a pretty prominent place. for decades. However, the pri-
However, with all the other vate home sale pushed the
dark furnishings in the space, estate’s executor to liquidate
this piece was easy to miss.” much its contents, including
this Rodin.
While there are a handful of
John the Baptist busts in muse- “We’re also pleased to handle
ums around the world, what other ‘brown wood’ estates,”
sets this one apart is that the Panarese said; this auction pro-
Gruet foundry Rodin selected vides a rare opportunity for
to cast this particular bronze designers, collectors and home-
sculpture only cast two. One is owners alike to purchase high-
held in the Plateau (formerly ly coveted pieces. With the
the Rodin Museum) in Seoul, exception of a few select lots, all
Korea. The second was consid- bids begin at $1 with no
reserves.

Warhol Photographs At Stanford University Art Museum

STANFORD, CALIF. — Pho- The show also documents
tographs by Andy Warhol that Warhol’s fascination with the
have never before been dis- gay culture of the 1970s and
played publicly are at the ‘80s. In addition to photo-
heart of the exhibition “Con- graphs of drag queens and
tact Warhol: Photography Fire Island parties, the exhibi-
Without End,” which draws on tion includes several of the
a trove of more than 130,000 artist’s rarely seen, sexually
photographic exposures that explicit images. Belying War-
the Cantor Arts Center at hol’s persona as asexual, the
Stanford University acquired show presents multiple photo-
from The Andy Warhol Foun- graphs of the artist’s boy-
dation for the Visual Arts in friend, Jon Gould, an execu-
2014. The collection of 3,600 tive at Paramount Studios
contact sheets and correspond- Andy Warhol (1928–1987), “Detail from Contact Sheet [Photo shoot with Andy Warhol with who died as a result of AIDS in
ing negatives represents the shadow],” 1986. Gelatin silver print. Gift of The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual 1986.
complete range of Warhol’s Arts Inc, 2014.43.2893. ©The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.
black and white photographic The Cantor Arts Center at
practice from 1976 until his tact sheet to the most fully entire collection of negatives The exhibition features an Stanford University is at 328
unexpected death in 1987. The developed silkscreen paint- and contact sheets will be interactive component with a Lomita Drive. For information,
exhibition will continue ings. “This exhibition allows available on the Cantor web- touch screen and large moni- www.museum.stanford.edu or
through January 6. viewers to experience Warhol’s site. tor that enables visitors to 650-723-4177.
The exhibition brings to life photography in a depth and select one or more contact
Warhol’s many interactions detail never before possible,” “We are incredibly grateful sheets from an archive of sev- SARASOTA, FLA. — The
with the social and celebrity Phelan said. to The Andy Warhol Founda- eral hundred. Viewers will be Ringling presents “Storytelling:
elite of his time with portraits tion for entrusting the Cantor able to navigate through the French Art from The Horvitz
of stars such as Michael Jack- Opening concurrently with Arts Center with this invalu- contact sheets as they wish, Collection.” United are two
son, Liza Minnelli and Dolly the exhibition will be the cul- able collection that we are now zooming in on images of inter- exhibitions selected from one of
Parton; younger sensations in mination of a two-and-a-half- able to share publicly through est and creating virtual prints the world’s finest private collec-
the art world such as Keith year digitization project this multidimensional exhibi- of single exposures on the tions of French art: “Imaging
Haring and Jean Michel Bas- directed by Cantor project tion and through our digitiza- monitor. “This component of Text: French Drawings for Book
quiat; and political stars, archivist Amy DiPasquale, tion efforts,” said Susan Dack- the exhibition will allow visi- Illustration from The Horvitz
including Nancy Reagan, which will make the Cantor’s erman, John & Jill Freidenrich tors to recapture the intended Collection” and “Seventeenth
Maria Shriver and Arnold collection of Warhol’s photo- director of the center. “The function of the contact sheets and Eighteenth Century French
Schwarzenegger. “Contact graphic work available to the contact sheets in our collec- — namely to look frame by Paintings from The Horvitz Col-
Warhol,” curated by Stanford public. The archive of contact tion, many of which are fea- frame at Warhol’s exposures in lection.” The dual exhibition is
Professors Richard Meyer and sheets will be available tured in this exhibition, will order decide which ones are on view through December. The
Peggy Phelan, traces Warhol’s through a searchable online serve as an important resource worthy of becoming photo- John and Mable Ringling Muse-
photography from the most database that will be accessed for academics, researchers and graphs in their own right,” um of Art is at 5401 Bay Shore
fundamental level of the con- through the Stanford Univer- students of art for years to Meyer said. Road. For information, 941-359-
sity Libraries system, and the come.” 5700 or www.ringling.org.

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Bertoia Auctions Sells Three Collections —
Trains, Toys & Still Banks

494 Lots Bring In Total Of $1.375 Million

Auction Action In Vineland, N.J.

Taking a break on a busy auction day are, from left, Michael
Bertoia, auctioneer and lead cataloger; Jeanne Bertoia,
president; Michael Caffarella, lead cataloger; Lauren Ber-
toia Costanza, auction co-ordinator, and Tim Luke, auc-
tioneer, who has been with Bertoia for many years.

VINELAND, N.J. — A large lots, brought $782,000, and the
pedal car in a shining blue and Douglas Jackman Still Bank Col-
white paint finish was just inside lection, 197 lots, sold for $210,000.
the front entrance to Bertoia Auc- The entire sale brought $1.375
tions, and the main showroom million, and all figures include
had a traffic jam of more pedal the buyer’s premium as reported
cars about the room. The show- by the auction house.
cases were filled with dolls, toys
and mechanical banks, while The phone bidders and the
open shelves were crowded with absentee bids totaled 42 percent
pressed steel vehicles and other of the sale, 21 percent went to the
trucks and buses. internet, and 37 percent of the
successful bids came from people
The important cases of the day in the gallery.
housed a variety of toys, including
many French products, lots of Michael Bertoia, speaking for
Marklin trains and buildings, and the auction house, said, “We were
the first showing of a portion of a very happy with the results and
large still bank collection, all to be the consignors were satisfied. It
sold on Saturday, September 22, was a very focused sale, and we
at a Bertoia Signature Sale. are very pleased with the way it
ran and with the outcome.”
Since there were three different
collections to be sold, that is the Review By R. Scudder Smith, Publisher
way they are going to be covered. Onsite Photos By Sherri Baggett
The Benjamin Michel Train Col-
lection, with 145 lots, went for Catalog Photos Courtesy Bertoia Auctions
$380,000; the Frank Mohr
Mechanical Toy Collection, 150 The Benjamin P. Michel Train Collection
A Marklin 4-4-0 cast iron loco long, in excellent condition,
Benjamin Michel, a retired with NYC&HR tender clock- brought $4,500.
trial attorney living in Bask- work driven, made for the
ing Ridge, N.J., has been col- American market, was in Lot 18, Marklin Grand Cen-
lecting Marklin trains and sta- excellent condition and sold tral Station, hand painted sim-
tions for some 30 to 40 years within estimate for $1,920. It ulated brick work, opening
and now he has decided to put was followed shortly by a doors with hand painted wood
up the entire collection for Marklin C.P.R.R. Passenger grain, sold for $21,600 to a
sale. Michel has noted in the Coach. The hand painted phone bidder. The base of the
catalog that his many friends coach, with Canadian Pacific station measures 15 by 8 inch-
in Paris started hunting for railroad markings in dark blue es. It was followed by a Mark-
Marklin trains and were paint had orange window trim lin freight station with plat-
instrumental in helping him to matching the trim on the form cranes and sliding yellow
build his collection. Michel did trucks. The coach, 10½ inches doors, and the wonderful colors
not limit his collecting to give character to an otherwise
trains, but started off with
French toy soldiers as well as Selling within estimate at $5,100, this Marklin SPRR Pas-
French and Confederate weap- senger Car, another piece made for the American market,
ons and French military paint- in pristine condition. This car featured Southern Pacific
ings. Railroad lettering in dark blue with light blue pinstriping
and orange detailing around the windows. This car, 11
Michel adds a paragraph inches long, features hand painted curtains in the windows.
with information that bidders
should know. “The collection is The Marklin Schlitz car advertising the famous beer from Mil- Selling within estimate at $11,400 was this early Marklin
being sold in its entirety. I waukee was early in the auction and proved to be very sought- clockwork 0-4-0 locomotive for the American market. It fea-
have held nothing back. after, selling for $39,000. It was $1,000 shy of double the $20,000 tures bright attractive colors, the cowcatcher, tall smoke
There’s no point in doing that high estimate. The car has vertical lines painted on the car, stack with nickel top, open-style loco cab, tender with tool
because at an auction preview, opening doors and is in excellent to pristine condition. box and early loop-styled couplers. The locomotive mea-
those who know a person’s col- sures 11 inches long and is in pristine condition. It went to
lection will recognize if any- a phone bidder.
thing is missing that should
have been included.”

Following is a list of some of
the lots, and a number of piec-
es from his collection are pic-
tured.

This Marklin Passenger Station, hand A phone bidder went over high estimate, Listed in excellent condition and selling over estimate at
painted in vibrant colors, features a tele- paying $9,600 for this Marklin loading ramp $8,400, this Marklin “Rare” Pullman marked hand painted
graph tower on the roof, opening doors and platform in very good condition. The work- sleeper was among the pieces made for the American mar-
embossed sides that simulate people. It er’s shed has opening doors and an ket. This car features four open widows, knobbed roof and
measures 14 by 8½ inches at the base and embossed roof. The base features hand is nicely painted. It measures 12 inches long.
sold over the $2,500 high estimate for $3,900 painted green grass and the piece rests on a
to a phone bidder. 10-by-14-inch base.

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Selling to a collector in the gallery was lot 39, a Marklin A small and sought-after
limited vestibule express passenger set for $15,600, which passenger canopy platform
was over the high estimate. The set included a hand paint- by Marklin, hand painted
ed clockwork, Marklin 0-4-0 American outline locomotive corrugated roof with ornate
followed by three cars made only for the US market. Each trim along the edges. It mea-
car measures 8 inches long. sures 10 inches high, in
excellent to pristine condi-
Activity at the phone table with, from left, Michael Bertoia, tion, and sold just over high
Mike Caffarella and Kathy Epifiano. estimate at $1,320 to a col-
lector in the gallery.

Once this early Marklin 0-4-0 three-car set has had a clean- generic building. It sits on a trolley side to side. It is in very brick work, orange, yellow and
ing, as suggested by the catalog, it will be in excellent con- 12-by-6-inch base and sold to good condition and the hook green coloring, opening doors
dition and in a collection of a successful internet buyer an absentee bidder for $2,160. can be raised to the height of with hand painted wood grain
who paid above estimate at $2,280. The set includes three 11 inches. Several lots later, a and elaborately embossed roof.
four-wheel cars, a tender with a tool box and attractive Selling for $1,140 to an Marklin Twentieth Century The building sits on a 15-by-
striping along the sides. absentee bidder was a hand Limited car painted in white 8-inch base. A Marklin hand
This Marklin Congressional Limited Passenger set, in very painted Marklin Overhead with gold accents, red window painted 0-4-2 locomotive and
good condition, sold over estimate, bringing $9,000 by a Gantry Crane with many mov- trim and matching clerestory tender, clockwork driven with
phone bidder. Made for the American market, the cars were ing parts and a working chain roof sold for $7,200, just over cowcatcher and single bell,
painted in white with gold detailing, each measuring 9½ drive system that rolls the high estimate. It measures sold just under the low esti-
inches long. This Marklin American mar- 12½ inches long and is in mate for $3,000. This loco was
ket ticket dispenser has excellent condition. 12 inches long and in pristine
slots for tickets to cities condition.
such as Chicago, Pittsburg, A bid of $4,800 took a Mark-
Albany and many others. lin hand painted blue P.R.R. A Marklin “Garden” station,
This colorful dispenser is in coach, a rare passenger car hand painted for the English
excellent condition, measur- and a desirable paint scheme market had impressive color-
ing 5 inches tall, and sold with Pennsylvania Railroad ing and detailed embossed
over estimate for $3,600. markings. Measuring 12 inch- roof, tables and chairs mount-
es long, pristine condition, the ed to the base and ornate cast-
car sold within estimate for ings on corners of the roof. The
$4,800. Lot 10 was the Marklin base measures 16 by 12 inches
Budweiser beer car in a won- and sold within estimate for
derful color scheme with cream $3,300. One hour into the auc-
colored sides and blue/gray tion, lot 70, a Marklin US mar-
ends that match the cars open- ket standard gauge locomotive
ing doors. This car has an complete with cowcatcher and
amazing amount of detail Lionel type coupler on the ten-
shown in the white letter der, sold for $1,440 within esti-
labeling and the car’s maxi- mate.
mum loading capacity of
60,000 pounds. The car in Made for the US market was
excellent to pristine condition lot 98, a Marklin hand painted
measures 12½ inches and sold passenger car marked “Pull-
for $12,000. man” with five large open win-
dows, four opening doors, faux
Selling for $21,600, just over wood paneling and detailed
the low estimate, was a Mark- interior with passenger com-
lin Grand Central Station, partments. It is in excellent
hand painted with simulated condition, 13 inches long and
sold over estimate for $3,900.
A set of three Marklin passen-
ger cars for the British market
included a sleeping, dining and
corridor coach, measuring 13
inches long. In excellent condi-
tion the set sold for $6,600,
within estimate.

The sale ended with a group
of Marklin track art, one
gauge, three rail-crossover
switch track and hand painted
three-rail turntable. This lot
was in original condition and
sold for $145.

A small selection of addition-
al pieces from this collection
will be sold by Bertoia in
November.

A good number of bank collectors showed up at the gallery Jeanne Bertoia spent the day working the phones along Bertoia
while toys were still being sold and gathered at the lun- with others, including Tim Ilyinsky. Auctions
cheon table to talk banks.

Near the very end of the train collection, a large Marklin country station Two Marklin American Eagle Passenger cars caught the attention of several
was offered that sold to a phone bidder for $16,800, more than twice the phone bidders, with the winner registering a $21,600 bid with Jeanne Ber-
high estimate. This station was made for the French market with a tin toia. The cars, in excellent condition, more than doubled the high estimate.
building brought to life with embossed red roof and delicately trimmed They featured open vestibules on each end, an eagle emblem on each side of
awning. The station sits on a 58-by-5½-inch base with wood ramps. The the cars, and vibrant orange and blue coloring. This matching pair was made
building is in pristine condition. more than 100 years ago and measures 11 inches long.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 47

The Frank Mohr Mechanical Toy Collection

A bid of $47,500 opened the competition for the Ives Cutter
Sleigh with Rider, a circa 1893 toy considered by many col-
lectors the finest toy ever produced. Bidding from the inter-
net, phones and in the gallery brought a price of $144,000.
This toy, in near mint condition, has been in a number of
important toy collections including Hegarty Collection,
Pearlman Collection and the Max Berry Collection.

Frank Mohr, a retired Presby- strongman figure moves his Bidding for the Martin This circa 1902 “Le Gen- Frank Mohr certainly must
terian minister living in Naples, arms as if lifting weights in an Sandwich Man opened at darme” Martin Police Cap- have thought that the sale of
Fla, chose a path of collecting incredible feat of strength. Bid- $5,500 and following a rapid tain is dressed in full uni- his collection got off to a
that included Fernand Martin, ding for this pristine to near number of phone calls sold form and sold to a phone strong start when his Martin
early American clockwork toys mint condition toy went over for $14,400, well over the bidder for $9,600. It is a Bear Climbing Pole, “L’ours
and automata. $9,000, selling for $11,400. $7,500 estimate. Dating clockwork mechanism toy, Blanc,” circa 1909, sold for
circa 1901, this figure is when activated he holds his $13,200. When activated the
Here is how the collection At the strike of noon, lot 151, clockwork-driven carrying arm up when he works as bear climbs on the rungs of
began. “I became friends with another boxed toy, Martin Diab- a backpack-style billboard though he were command- the pole using a hand-over-
ATCA members Carl and Jessie lo Player, circa 1907, sold within with advertising. It is in ing someone to halt. He is 8 hand action. He wears a felt
Behr, who had a couple of toys I estimate for $5,100. A young pristine condition. inches tall, in excellent to bear skin and red collar. The
owned as a youngster and want- girl doing tricks with a diablo pristine condition, and car- toy measures 20 inches tall
ed very badly. They had a Pull- stick is mounted on a base that ried an estimate of $6,000. and is in excellent condition.
man car that was outfitted and is clockwork-activated.
well detailed, with seating areas
that were made into berths for A whimsical clockwork toy
sleeping. There were china ‘pas- “L’Homme toupie,” circa 1920,
sengers’ — figures with strung depicts a clown wearing a color-
arms and legs. Also, early on I ful costume and spins upside
bought a boat that was made down on his hat when wound
just after the American Revolu- up. The figure is 7½ inches tall,
tion. That was one of the oldest pristine condition and sold for
toys I ever purchased.” just over twice the high esti-
mate at $6,600 to a phone bid-
Mohr acquired many Martins der. Two lots later, a Martin
from Bob and Marianne Schnei- Acrobatic Gymnast, circa 1905,
der and ended up with 134 Mar- sold for $15,600, over estimate
tins collected between 1980 and to another phone bidder. This
the present, including some pro- rare Martin design, a figure of a
totypes that never went into gymnast leans back and forth
production. when activated, working his
way down the parallel bars. It is
Native American Skooku dolls 15 inches long and in excellent
he has also collected, but he condition.
maintains that “the last toy I
found is always my favorite.” Dating circa 1883, the Tireless
Blacksmiths by Martin had a
Following is an impressive list high estimate of $3,000 and sold
and photos of “favorites”: to another phone bidder for
$5,400. This toy is an early rub-
Lot 148, a boxed Martin weight ber band-driven toy that has
lifter, circa 1914, “L’Hercule
Popularaire,” when wound, the

This Ives Columbus Egg, with box, sold to Boxed Martin Ballet Dancers, “Les joyeux
an aggressive phone bidder for $11,400, top- danseurs” is a scarce first-period Martin
ping the $7,500 high estimate. Extremely rubber band mechanism toy. Its hand paint-
rare lithographed and painted tin with ed tin figures dance on a lithographed tin
cloth sails, is spring-loaded with the Santa stage base. The original box is perfectly pre-
Maria, which pops out of the egg and unfurls served. These pristine to near mint dancers
its sails. At 7 inches, it is in pristine to near brought a price of $14,400, almost double
mint condition. the high estimate of $7,500.

A bid of $2,700 took this French Double Oarsman pull toy in
excellent condition, slightly exceeding the $2,000 high esti-
mate. This hand painted tin boat is on wheels carrying two
children with bisque heads, hands, arms and legs with cloth
bodies. The rowing action begins when the toy is pulled. It
measures 9 inches.

A bid of $9,000, slightly over the high estimate, was paid by Dating from the late Nineteenth Century is Dating circa 1880 is this George Brown Toy
a phone bidder for this circa 1903 “La Voiture a Bitume” in this toy Seated Woman on Velocipede. She has Hoop With Boy in excellent condition,
excellent condition. a paper-thin mache head with wooden arms. which sold after lots of bidding for $26,700,
The velocipede has three painted wooden well over the $14,000 high estimate. This fig-
wheels. Clothes are frail; otherwise, toy is in ure, with composition head, is hand painted
very good to excellent condition. It sold for and wearing a cloth outfit.
$7,200, well over the $1,400 high estimate.

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The next to last lot in the toy portion of the auction was a two blacksmiths working tire- plexity and coordination of It measures 10.8 inches, in very
Hubley Four-Seat Brake, circa 1890, painted overall with lessly, moving up and down as if movements, in fine working good condition and sold just
gold side trim and yellow spoke wheels. It is pulled by two hammering away at an anvil. order, if not all original, is a above the high estimate for
white and two black horses and carries eight figures. In seated man, papier mache head, $6,600. Another George Brown
very good to excellent condition, it sold for $8,400 against a Lot 185, a musical, mechanical with a heaving chest, lowers toy, Girl in Cart, circa 1870, with
$6,000 high estimate. acrobatic clown, is an excellent right arm down to feed his a single galloping horse and a
This skittles set of Baseball Players by Ives is in pristine to example of a nearly impeccable papier mache pig, constantly girl seated in a red cart, excel-
excellent condition and sold for $5,700, just over the high figure with well functioning, tapping his right foot while his lent condition, sold just under
estimate. The figures are lithographed paper on wood, nice- balancing acts in almost origi- head turns side to side. This fig- estimate at $1,920.
ly detailed. The full set includes the original wood ball. nal condition. When activated, ure with chair is 31 inches high
music plays and the clown esca- and is in very good to excellent Towards the end of the sale,
lates to a horizontal position by condition. It fell just short of the the whimsical Boy Riding in
slowly pushing the chairs out- estimate, selling for $10,800. Duck Drawn Carriage, very col-
wardly until only the forward orful and in pristine to near
feet are touching the floor. This Selling for $12,000, the high mint condition, sold for $10,800
toy, 19 inches high, including estimate, was a musical autom- to a phone bidder. Wires are con-
base, is in pristine condition and aton with a rare Jumeau “211” nected the duck’s webbed feet,
sold to a bidder in the gallery for Leopard Lambert “Crying and as the toy is pushed or
$6,000, the high estimate. Child” with an open/close pulled, the feet move one at a
mouth, crying with narrow eye time, front then back. The paint
One of the most coveted of cuts and two glass tears, stand- is bright and luminous and the
automata with incredible com- ing in her original silk costume. toy measures 15 inches long.
In her right hand she holds The following lot features Gen-
strings to her damaged Polichi- eral Grant seated in a red cast
nelle who has a broken right leg. iron chair on a wood box smok-
As music plays she moves a ing a cigarette. Patented in 1877
handkerchief to dry her tears as by Albert H. Dean, this extreme-
her head moves side to side to ly rare clockwork toy is in work-
lament the damage that has ing condition. When the general
just occurred. This piece mea- seemingly lifts the cigarette, he
sures 20 inches high, including moves his head to one side and
base, in pristine condition and exhales perfect smoke rings. A
was ex Gail Cook collection. fabulous offering in pristine
condition. It sold for $18,000,
Lot 204, a George Brown well over the $12,000 high esti-
Clockwork Fire Engine, circa mate.
1870, of heavy gauge tin and
white metal, replicates the real More toys from the Mohr col-
Lee and Larnard fire engine lection will be offered in the
manufactured in Philadelphia. spring.

“Le Jeu De Massacre,” circa 1885, is a rare early Martin toy Selling for $7,200 to a phone Among the bank collectors were Doug Riat of Lawrence,
with three figures suspended from a rod who are toppled bidder, against a $1,500 high Kan., and Mike Soukup of Arlington Heights, Ill.
when a ball is tossed at their heads. This theatre sold for estimate, was a Martin Pup-
$6,600, over the $3,000 high estimate. The toy measures 6½ pet Climber, a pulling mech-
inches and is in excellent condition. anism toy, circa 1896,
L”Assiette Au Beurre Et Le
Pantin,” in excellent to pris-
tine condition.

The Douglas Jackman Still Bank Collection after eyeballing the three glass
How many years does it take Jackman bought his first tioned in Florida years ago increase his attention to col- cases that held the first ses-
to build a still bank collection bank in Woodbury from Wayne and spent hours haunting flea lecting Native American arti- sion of the Jackman collection
to a 1,295 count? Ask Douglas Pratt, a large lion which he markets and group shops,” he facts, including beadwork and to be auctioned by Bertoia. As
Jackman of Rockingham, Vt., has to this day, and the Alpha- said. Then one day “there it moccasins. Happy Hunting. time passed, more members of
and he will tell you close to 40 bet bank, a bank he looked for was in a group shop and for SBCCA, Still Bank Collectors
years. And he can prove it by many years to acquire, came only $40,” he said. About one hour before lot Club of America, came into the
the stack of 3-by-5 index cards, his way from a neighbor who 297, a large cupola still bank gallery, but quickly gravitated
one per bank, with the name of had bought it at the Spring- “Since my collection left for crossed the block, two or three to the lunch room, not for a
the bank, where he found it, field Antiques Show. Another Bertoia, I have bought just one men known to the still bank sandwich but to talk banks.
its measurements and how still bank that Jackman kept still bank, could not pass it up,” world came into the gallery
much he paid. All that in the his eyes open for was the Bear Jackman said. It appears now By the time the large cupola
age of computers. Standing on a Log. “I vaca- that banks will play a smaller in wonderful red (pictured)
part in his life and he will sold for $2,700, all bidders
were in place, most seated in
the gallery, but with a couple
of bidders still roaming about.

Four lots into the sale
brought a Building With Bel-
fry still bank by Kenton, 8
inches tall, that sold below

Lot 351 had a replaced screw, but that made The Ironmaster’s House still bank, the fixed J&E Stevens is the maker Kyser & Rex made this yel-
no difference in the bidding for a Crown Bank door version, by Kyser & Rex is in pristine of the General Butler still low-painted beehive, one of
with an interesting scalloped roof, 3½ inches condition and sold over the high estimate bank, 7 inches tall, that only three known, according
tall, and in excellent condition. It more than for $2,700. sold for $7,000, above the to the catalog. It measures 3
doubled the high estimate, selling for $1,140. $6,000 high estimate. This inches tall, excellent condi-
bank is in pristine condi- tion, and brought $1,800.
tion and is easily one of the
nicest in existence.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 49

Lot 343, a small State Bank and The bank section of the auction Mention the Boston State House and Paint is paint, as in paint, and lot
another paint standout, again began with lot 297, a large cupola you are certain to strike interest. And 340 proved the importance of it.
found strong bidding as the bank still bank by J&E Stevens, 5½ inch- there was strong interest when the This multicolor State Bank by J&E
more than doubled its high esti- es tall, red with green steps and small size State House came up, excel- Stevens, 5½ inches tall, pristine
mate, selling for $3,300. This bank tan roof, pristine condition, that lent to pristine condition, that went condition, sold well above the $1,600
was in pristine to near mint condi- sold over the $1,200 high estimate over the $4,000 high estimate, selling high estimate at $5,400. It was truly
tion, and the paint scheme ran for $2,700. for $7,200. a gem with red crown and door,
from a green cupola to a red roof, green roof and foundation, and a
ending with a blue building and Bertoia body of light brown paint. No doubt
foundation, laced with gold trim. Auctions it was one of the bright stars of the
What more could you ask for? auction. In a conversation with Ste-
phen Corrigan, Doug Jackman’s
partner, Stephen mentioned that
Doug likes good paint, and there
were a number of really good exam-
ples in the sale. How true.

estimate at $1,080, while a This visitor from Canada was more than welcomed to Vine-
Tiered High Rise still bank, land by a number of bidders who competed to own it since
Kenton again, 6 inches tall, there are only a few examples known. Listed in good to
excellent to pristine condition, excellent condition and measuring 7½ inches long, it sold
sold for $840. for $9,600, more than double the high estimate.

Measuring 8½ inches tall, This cat painted black and
the largest flat iron building of holding a red ball, a product
a series of four by Kenton, sold of A.C. Williams, was a favor-
for $1,200, within estimate ite of Doug Jackman and a
and in excellent condition. fairly recent addition to his
collection. It is listed in pris-
Several lots later an Arched tine condition, so far the
Safe bank with finial, 4 inches only one painted in such
tall, very strong japanning, manner, and it went for bet-
mint condition, sold over esti- ter than twice the high esti-
mate for $1,080. mate, selling at $1,800.

Lot 317, Harper’s McKinney The bay window still bank, This painted pug dog still Bunker Hill bank, a very dif-
safe, one of a series, measuring smallest size of three, maker bank by Kyser & Rex is in ficult bank to find, is in
6 inches tall, sold for $6,000, unknown, very good to excel- unusual orange, excellent to excellent condition, painted
above the $2,000 high esti- lent condition, went to a pristine condition, 3½ inches gold with sharp black letter-
mate. Lot 332, the four passen- phone bidder for $5,700. The high, that sold for $840, ing. It measures 16 inches
ger Auto by A.C. Williams, 6½ high estimate was $4,000. above the $500 high estimate. tall and is considered a
inches long, excellent condi- mechanical bank by some as
tion, sold for $800. the coin moves back and
forth before being deposit-
Page 117 of the catalog ed. With a high estimate of
showed an interesting collec- $9,000, it brought $13,200.
tion of small buildings, includ-
ing lot 341, a small cupola by high estimate. This bank was This rare Masonic Temple still bank, the The bidding for the Detroit Street Savings
J&E Stevens, 3½ inches tall, originally in the Edwin Mosler japanned version, shows wear to the sides still bank, possibly one-of-a-kind bank,
pristine condition, that sold collection and it retains the of the building but remains strong along started at $4,500 and ended at $12,000, sur-
for $1,800, better than twice original blue painted frog with the roof, and one roof hook is chipped off. passing the $9,000 high estimate. This bank,
the high estimate. This bank yellow spots and orange lattice Regardless, the bank sold over estimate at measuring only 4½ inches high, is in pris-
had a yellow body, red roof bordered by two different $5,700. tine condition.
with yellow striping and a shades of green. Selling within
chimney top and front stairs in estimate was a small Crown
green. The next lot, the medi- Bank on legs by J&E Stevens,
um cupola, also by J&E Ste- bringing $1,200, and in excel-
vens, 4¼ inches tall, pristine lent condition. This bank had
condition, went over the $600 some unusual coloring with a
estimate, selling for $1,560. blue roof.
The color scheme for this bank
includes cream walls, red and Near the end of the sale was
green roof, green front steps lot 81, an English Column
and red trim at the corners. bank, that sold for $4,200, just
over the high estimate. This
One of the largest banks in bank is in pristine near mint
the auction was City Bank condition and is one of only a
with an eagle finial, extremely few known.
rare with great casting for
such a large bank, 12 inches A display case in the gallery
tall, and in excellent condition, is now filled with more of the
which sold for $4,500, its high Douglas Jackman collection
estimate. A bid of $1,320, above for inspection and part of the
high estimate, bought the Can- remainder of the banks that
non still bank by Hubley, 8 will be sold during Bertoia’s
inches long, very good condi- early spring sale.
tion, and the Kenton round
duck in yellow and red, pris-
tine condition, went over esti-
mate for $780.

The second City Bank with
crown, 5½ inches tall, with red
and green roofs, blue body and
red foundation, went over the
$1,400 high estimate, selling
for $42,700, while the National
Safe Deposit Bank, 6 inches
tall and in pristine condition,
topped the $200 high estimate
bringing $660.

A colorful bank was lot 418,
Frog on Lattice, 4¾ inches tall,
that sold for $1,440, above the

50 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Giampietro Creates New Haven Auctions,
Online Only Inaugural Sale October 29

Horse and jockey weathervane, circa 1890, attributed to JW Needlework sampler worked by Mary
Fiske ($3/5,000). Hughes, 1825 ($3/5,000). Portrait by Sturtevant Hamblin ($4/6,000).

NEW HAVEN, CONN. — Fred Windsor chair on panel. garet Bourke-White and Lee Fried- The auction preview will take place
Giampietro has announced the forma- There will be more than 20 decoys lander. Outsider art featuring works October 24 through noon on October
tion of New Haven Auctions. The first by Eddie Arning, Laura Mcnellis, Sis- 29 and by appointment. Phone and
auction will take place on October 29 and bird carvings, including a fine ter Gertrude Morgan, Simon Sparrow absentee bids will be facilitated
at 1 pm. The sale is comprised of New England merganser, a sleeping and others. Also included is a fine and through New Haven Auctions; online
objects from estates and collections, black duck and miniatures by Jesse early Middle Eastern prayer scroll, bidding will be conducted solely
including an 1825 sampler worked by Blackstone and Elmer Crowell. Native coins, jewelry, shooting gallery targets, through www.liveauctioners.com.
Mary Hughes, folk art portraits and American items include a fine beaded a bronze Japanese articulated model
miniature portraits, including a Stur- possible bag, Native American dolls, of a cicada, carved Chinese figures, a New Haven Auctions is at 319 Peck
tevant Hamblin portrait of a boy and beadwork, Navajo jewelry and a figur- Rookwood lamp, Audubon Amsterdam Street, Units B-D. For information,
an early portrait of a child seated in a al crooked knife. Original photography prints and Midcentury Modern. www.newhavenauctions.com or 203-
includes works by Laura Gilpin, Mar- 777-7760.

Theriault’s Marquis Doll Auction ‘Provenance’ Posts Record Prices

Auction Action In Annapolis, Md.

The early English wax doll, a mere A pair of German felt character German bisque lady with sculpted An early English wooden doll in
12 inches, was garbed in original dolls by Steiff soared to $14,000, jewelry and long flowing locks original costume bears a close
gown, believed to be made by the with bidders worldwide competing reached $8,625. resemblance to the famous Letitia
hands of Laetitia Clark Powell of eagerly. contained many dolls from the well- Penn doll and sold for $57,500.
London in the late 1700s. The doll as “Maggie-Bessie” in homage to the known and respected German doll This French bébé by Denamur with
sold for $19,950. Pfohl sisters of the Moravian commu- author Lydia Richter. Examples original painted masquerade mask
nity of Salem, N.C., who created these included several bisque lady dolls with is believed to be a special commis-
ANNAPOLIS, MD. — On September dolls. The family collection was pre- sculpted hair and jewelry, one reach- sion, likely one of a kind, circa 1888.
6, collector enthusiasm for antique sented as one lot and included a clas- ing $8,625, six times its estimate, and It sold for $32,200. The miniature
dolls reached new heights across all sic example of the beloved doll, along a collection of rare cloth dolls by Kathe wax doll realized $800, and the key-
genres at Theriault’s Marquis auction. with trunk and large collection of cos- Kruse. One pair of Kruse dolls that wind piano, which disguised a toi-
Titled “Provenance,” the auction fea- tumes hand-sewn by the “aunties,” as had been featured on a cover of the letry set, went to $1,750.
tured dolls from original estates, many they were known in the family. Also Richter book The Beloved Kathe Kruse
with a fascinating personal history. included were handmade costumed Dolls doubled its estimate, topping at Other unusual dolls in the auction
There was the beloved French musical paper dolls made by Maggie and Bes- $3,450, and a rare Sternschnuppchen included wooden-bodied poupée “Lily”
automaton Pierrot Serenading the sie, three cloth dolls in various stages bonnet doll soared to $46,00. by Lavallee-Peronne, selling at
Crescent Moon by Lambert, which had of completion and a collection of eight $13,800; four wooden Grodnertal dolls
remained in the Rollins family of New miniature dolls made in the sister with provenance at $6,600; an early
York and Connecticut since it was Moravian community of Bethlehem, English wooden doll in original cos-
given to Daniel Rollins in 1890 during Penn. Against an estimate of tume at $57,500; a rare French bisque
his coffee-venture business trip to $8/11,000, the lot soared to $35,650. bébé with painted masquerade mask
Brazil. Florence Theriault, cataloger, The entire audience cheered the win- at $32,200; and a well-fitted miniature
noted, “Although we don’t know the ning bidder, seated in the audience, Parfumerie Parisian shop at $10,875.
complete circumstances of the trip, a who announced that she will be lend- The auction featured 445 lots, each
letter written by his author wife, Alice ing the collection to the UFDC Muse- with well-detailed descriptions in the
Wellington Rollins, detailing their voy- um of Dolls for an upcoming exhibi- 184-page full color catalog.
age contained the wise, yet mysteri- tion.
ous, phrase ‘I have no idle hours to Prices given include the buyer’s pre-
spend in hunting up the bitter foe who Past ownership of a doll by a well- mium, as reported by the auction
simply ought to be my friend’” The known collector is also a notable prov- house.
automaton strummed its way to enance. Theriault’s summer auction
$34,500. Theriault’s upcoming Marquis auc-
tions are November 3 and 4 at the
There were also family-held dolls Westin Chicago North Shore, in Wheel-
and ephemera relating to the early ing, Ill., and January 12 and 13 at the
American cloth Moravian dolls known Fashion Island Hotel in Newport
Beach, Calif. For information, 410-
224-3655 or www.theriaults.com.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 51

Assisted By Frio, Stack & Associates—

Amelia Jeffers Launches Auction Firm
With Peter Chillingworth Onsite Sale

The Chillingworth historic homestead serves as an ideal
site for the onsite auction, with a circa 1859 home, barn,
and detached shop on 19 acres adjacent to the National
Road in Scenery Hill, Penn.

The sale features several important regional tall case very good offering of antique fur- “We are especially pleased that
clocks, including the rare Canonsburg, Penn., example by niture and smalls, with a cham- Amelia will be taking care of the
A vine-inlaid Western Penn- Alex Cook shown here. pagne reception that evening to selling for us, and we look for-
sylvania desk, ex Charles preview the items to be sold Sat- ward to it being a wonderful
Momchilov, with a selection wide and fine selection of tastic opportunity to engage.” urday, a showcase of the best weekend of seeing old friends
of the large fine art collec- antique furniture and decora- The Chillingworth’s Nine- pieces from the Chillingworths’ and sharing favorite memories,”
tion of the Chillingworths. tive arts from the Federal, Chip- teenth Century property is sig- collection and antique shop. Chillingworth added.
pendale and Queen Anne peri- nificant, but the location is note-
SCENERY HILL, PENN. — ods as well as an extensive art worthy. Adjacent to the National Expect fine Federal furniture, A full-color printed catalog is
The opportunity to conduct a collection focused on accom- Road, which was the first major decorative arts and everything in production, and a website has
comprehensive, absolute, onsite plished artists of Pennsylvania. improved highway in the United in between. Chillingworth has been created for the sale. Bid-
auction for a well-known, “It is such an honor to be States, and near where the spent a lifetime seeking out and ding will be available in person,
respected antique dealer and approached by Peter and Cappy Whiskey Rebellion originated, living with quality antiques, an by phone and absentee and
show promoter of 60 years has to conduct this auction,” said the property is loaded with interest that led him to serving online. The auction will be held
brought a well-known Ohio auc- Jeffers. “The Chillingworths are desirable objects from the his- as show manager of such long- onsite at the Chillingworth’s his-
tioneer out of temporary retire- longtime friends, and I can’t toric region, many of the items standing and respected shows as toric farm and shop at 1416
ment. On October 18–20, Amelia imagine many more exciting having been made within 100 The Brandywine River Museum Daniels Run Road. For informa-
Jeffers (formerly of Garth’s Auc- reasons to jump onboard an auc- miles of the site. “Peter has been of Art Antiques Show in Chadds tion, Jeffers at 740-815-7016 or
tions), with Frio, Stack & Associ- tion than this. As everyone in a student and a champion not Ford, Penn., and the Oglebay Frio, Stack & Associates at 304-
Institute’s Annual Antiques 233-3168 or www.thechilling-
Show and Sale (held at the Insti- worthauction.com.
tute’s Wilson Lodge) in Wheel-
ates, will oversee a sale of nearly the business knows, Peter has only for antiques and collectors ing, W.Va. The 2018 show was
1500 lots that include period wonderful things and is an icon in general, but for preserving the 64th edition of the Wheeling
tools, lumber, shop inventory in the Americana world as both and respecting historic and dec- show, with Chillingworth man-
and the personal collection of a dealer and as a very successful orative objects of western Penn- aging the event since 1999.
American antiques aficionado antique show manager. That he sylvania. Chillingworth plans to continue
Peter Chillingworth and his wife is offering a serious and exten- Those lucky enough to attend managing these shows and oth-
Kathryn (“Cappy”), at their his- sive collection onsite and abso- the auction in person are in for a ers, as well as setting up occa-
toric farm. The sale includes a lute just translates into a fan- treat. From vine-inlaid furniture sionally, but probably less fre-
to silver, glass and artwork, it quently.
just made no sense to pull these
objects out of their native “I’ve come to the realization
region,” explains Jeffers on the that it is time to move on,” he
choice to conduct an onsite auc- stated. “I will still be buying and
tion. Jeffers continues, “Jim Frio selling antiques, but on a limited
and Shane Stack, who are per- basis.” The couple also plans to
sonal friends and auction veter- retain enough of their current
ans from nearby Wheeling, have modestly valued things to fur-
signed on to help run the auc- nish an apartment or smaller
tion. I simply could not have got- home, but all of the Chilling-
ten it done alone. Their help worths’ private collections will
sealed the deal.” be looking for new owners come
The first day of the auction will October.

include the period tools of Chill-
ingworth’s workshop, including
an early, decorated treadle lathe,
more than 250 hand planes by
identified makers, several very
good work benches and stunning
More than 60 years of personal collecting and shop inven- period lumber. The session on
tory will be included in the three-day onsite auction. the second day will focus on a

Prepare To Be Dazzled: Newark Museum Hosts
2018 Antique Jewelry & Art Conference

NEWARK, N.J. — The Antique expert and Jewelry Camp co- industry experts, including
Jewelry & Art Conference (Jew- director, Edward Lewand. “This Ulysses Grant Dietz (Newark
elry Camp), the leading year’s slate of world-renowned Museum), Susan Abeles (Phil-
resource for antique and estate speakers will examine topics lips), Donna Bilak (early mod-
jewelry education, brings such as jewelry styles and ern science historian), Beth
together jewelry professionals motifs, the threat posed by the Carver Wees ( Metropolitan
and collectors for in-depth synthetic diamond, the expan- Museum of Art), Edward
learning and networking oppor- sion of the Metropolitan Muse- Lewand, GG, ASA, AAA – co-
tunities October 26 and 27, at um’s American collection and director of Jewelry Camp and a
the Newark Museum. The con- much more. By moving Jewelry professional, independent
ference includes lectures and Camp to the fall, we’re also giv- appraiser of fine and antique
hands-on sessions by highly ing attendees the opportunity jewelry, and Janet Zapata (inde-
regarded industry leaders to to explore the New York City pendent scholar and museum
facilitate attendees’ success in Jewelry & Watch Show and consultant).
today’s antique, estate and vin- TEFAF taking place the same All registered Jewelry Camp
tage jewelry markets. weekend.” attendees will receive compli-
mentary passes to the New
“I’m thrilled to partner with Jewelry Camp opens on Fri- York City Jewelry & Watch
my colleague and friend, Ulyss- day, October 26, with an art Show being held October 26–29.
es Grant Dietz, chief curator jewelry show featuring six art- To register or for advertising
Emeritus with Newark Muse- ists showcasing their collections and sponsorship opportunities,
um, to bring Jewelry Camp to hosted by Donna Schneier Fine contact Edward Lewand at 516-
its new home at this unique set- Arts, followed by a hands-on 429-2622 or jewelrycamp@live.
ting and provide attendees with jewelry preview and cocktail com.
access to some of the finest col- reception hosted by Fortuna The Newark Museum is at 49
lections of decorative and con- Auction. Saturday, October 27, Washington Street. For addi-
temporary arts from Asia, Afri- offers presentations led by tional conference information,
ca, the Americas and the museum curators, art history www.jewelrycamp.org.
ancient world,” said appraisal professors, historians and other

52 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Springfield Antiques Extravaganza:
Where 22,000 Shoppers Greet 2,400 Dealers

SPRINGFIELD, OHIO — More niture to Midcentury Modern materials. There were also sev- dealer also carried fine gold and fixtures and early advertising.
than 2,400 dealers flocked to décor and collectibles from the eral kitchen cupboards from the silver jewelry. John has been doing this for a
Clark County Fairgrounds for last 300 years. same time period, and a collec- long time, and now with his adult
the September 13–16 weekend tion of other household furnish- Dr Robert McIntire, from Wal- sons he seems to be having more
with their antiques and early col- Country Folks Antiques, Lud- ings. nut, Iowa, was in his usual spot fun at it. Chris and Mike join
lectibles for the Springfield ington, Mich., specializes in the with all his advertising materi- him at most of the shows, as they
Antiques & Flea Market Extrav- Nineteenth Century furniture In contrast, nearby Lock Box als. This retired medical doctor did here, selling early showcases,
aganza. They were followed by made in oak and maple, in many Finds was busy most of the week- has an extensive collection of clocks with advertising, signs
more than 22,000 shoppers who, cases in their home state. This end with a very different inven- advertising, both the big signs from a hundred years ago.
over the next four days, perused month, the owners, Becky and tory. From Parma, Ohio, this and the tiny things such as the
their collections and purchased Rich Coffin, brought about a half exhibitor was offering Twentieth little pocket giveaway’s from the Steve Peterson has a full-time
from the selection of antiques dozen sewing spool cabinets, the Century advertising, primarily Nineteenth Century made by shop in Dunreith, Ind., but even
ranging from early Georgian fur- kind that were used in stores for store signs and some road side match stick and soap companies. so, does a great many shows.
display and sale of the sewing signs for all manner of products; One entire showcase was devot- They are his opportunity to find
there was chewing tobacco, an oil ed to early clothes irons. more customers for his extensive
company sign board showing line of estate jewelry and Nine-
prices for services at a station, John Lord and Sons, Wells, teenth Century collectibles, as
tires and a great deal more. This Maine, was having fun all week- well as a good place for him to
end with the collection of store find more inventory. Such was
the case this weekend, with good
Abbieland Antiques, Round Top, Texas Steve Oberlin, Canton, Ohio. sales and a number of purchases.

Valley View Farm, Richwood, Ohio. American Eagle Auction, Circle Hill, Ohio Norah Gracie Antiques has a
Don Sievert, Milwaukee, Wis. shop just about a mile away in
Springfield, Ohio, but they do
Some Sharp Antiques, Hendersonville, Tenn. very little selling there. Their
forte is finding pieces that need
help, giving them that fix and
reselling. One of their sales this
weekend was a late Nineteenth
Century desk, some debate about
the maker, but in walnut with
dozens of compartments when it
was slid open; some small and
others for those archaic ledger
books from the past. The price
tag read $2,400 and it sold.

American Heritage Antiques is
the antiques business of Bill and
Kay Puchstein from Frankfort,
Ohio. They came in for the week-
end with a double load of Ameri-
can country-style antique furni-
ture and accessories. Kay
especially loves early painted
furniture, so that is often the
focus of their collection. Here this
week for example, there was a
very large kitchen hutch with
decorative cut outs in blue milk
paint, a 150-year-old blanket box
in faux grain paint but with a
country scene in shadows in view
and a very large saw buck table
with what were believed to be
Pennsylvania paint-decorated
chairs. After this show they were
running up to Burton, Ohio,
where they manage a show of
their own and then off to Florida
for another.

Nice Things, which really is the
business name, deals in nice jew-
elry and nice silver and nice gold.
Coming to the show from Miami,
Fla., it is a family affair for Fred,
Karen and Sean Bunnell. Their
sales included fine examples of
estate jewelry and also some
early fine glassware from
Europe.

Victorian furniture was popu-
lar at the show as several exhibi-
tors were selling well with it.
American Eagle Auction Compa-
ny from Circle Hill, Ohio, offered
a variety of both American and
English pieces. There were also
several Victrolas in its stock.
Steve Oberlin, Canton, Ohio, was

Review and Photos by
Antiques And The Arts Weekly

Tom O’Hara

These two painted chairs, with Jeff Harrison, Lebanon, Fred, Karen and Sean Bunnell, Miami, Fla., TWIG, Erie, Penn.
Penn., were found near him and are typical of central Penn- have a business called “Nice Things.” It
sylvania painted decoration. aptly describes their inventory.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 53

Early in the morning, the shoppers were perusing the col-
lection of restored Nineteenth Century furniture.

Dr Robert McIntire, Walnut, Iowa, a retired
medical doctor stays active with his
antiques at shows and a shop near home.

John and Jane Ruppel, Washington, Ind.

selling furniture from the same Lockbox Finds, Parma, Ohio Steve Jenkins Antiques, Shelbyville, Ind., had three rock-
period, but with simpler lines, ing horses and sold all of them over the weekend. He was
and American made. Largest Middle America Shopping Event set up with Sharon Green Antiques, Sharon, Conn.
September 13–16 Lures Huge Crowds Country Folks Antiques, Ludington, Mich.
This is a popular show for late Norah Gracie Antiques, Springfield, Ohio, sold the restored
Nineteenth Century quilts. Kim Green’s Antiques, Springfield, Ohio desk shown at the right at the show.
Snyder, Cygnet, Ohio, had sever- John Lord and Sons, Wells, Maine
al tables filled with the cotton Sparkle & Rust, Lancaster, Ohio
quilts, all hand stitched in very
good condition. In the Arts and American Heritage Antiques, Frankfort, Ohio
Crafts Building, Sharon Green
Antiques, from Sharon, Conn.,
also had a large selection, which
were cataloged by their region of
manufacture, dated and the
materials used. There were
many other exhibitors that
included quilts in their invento-
ries as well.

At the center of the fairgrounds,
there is a large paved courtyard
area. At the Extravaganzas, this
is used for a special show in a
show kind of display, called the
Vintage Market Place where the
exhibits are more along the line
of repurposed and industrial.

Twig, from Erie, Penn., showed
a turn-of-the-century glass top
hutch, repainted in bright white,
behind a midcentury table also
repainted and covered with
accessories. Sparkle and Rust,
Lancaster, Ohio, took furniture
from the 1950s–60s, repainted it
in fresh colors and added new
hardware; with added accesso-
ries, it was ready for a new life.
Valley View Farm, Richwood,
Ohio, sold a set of vintage theater
seats with a fresh finish on them.

Steve Jenkins is the owner of
the show but increasingly, he has
been letting his sons, Jon and
Jason — together with the show
manager, Janie Rogers-Murphy,
manage the operations while he
spends more time having fun in
his own exhibit selling antiques.
This weekend was a great suc-
cess as he sold all three antique
rocking horses; they had been
made in Massachusetts about
1880. Sales also included a
unique miniature chest of draw-
ers, cherry in red wash with a
hidden drawer.

Jenkins was especially pleased
with the results of the show
because the weather cooperated
this month, unlike May when
there was heavy rain, which
allowed for near record atten-
dance each day of the show. He
said dealers were also reporting
to him good sales and they did
sign up in very good numbers for
upcoming shows.

Springfield Antiques Show and
Flea Market is held nine times
each year, on the third weekend
of most months but there are no
shows in January, February and
July. Extravaganzas are only
May and September with the
2,500 dealers and many thou-
sands of shoppers. The next
shows are October 20–21,
November 17–18 and December
8–9. For more information,
www.springfieldantiqueshow.com
or 937-325-0053.

54 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Rarely Seen Propaganda Posters, From World War I To
Cuba & Clinton, Will Be Sold In Rare Poster Auction Oct. 28

Beat the Whites with the Red Wedge,
circa 1950, El Lissitzky ($3,5/4,000).

NEW YORK CITY — A collection of Blackglama/Judy Garland, 1985,
more than 50 rare, original propaganda Andy Warhol ($30/35,000).
posters will be auctioned on Sunday, all four 1935 lithographs have been
October 28, by Poster Auctions Interna- offered simultaneously ($10/18,000).
tional Inc (PAI), as part of the firm’s rare
poster auction no. 76. The collection Thirty posters, decorative panels,
includes World War I and II, the inter- Moulin Rouge/La Goulue, 1891, maquettes and other material by
war period, the beginnings of the Cold Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec Alphonse Mucha will come up for bid,
War, the Cuban Revolution and more. ($300/350,000). including special printings of the 1897
The sale overall will feature 475 lots, and 1900 The Seasons set ($10/40,000)
including lithographs, maquettes, oil and anti-Semitism among them.” and the finest specimen of the 1897 Normandie Inaugural Voyage, 1935,
paintings and illustrations and rare The propaganda collection includes Monaco-Monte-Carlo PAI has ever seen A.M. Cassandre ($15/18,000).
books, with item estimates ranging from multiple famous works by James Mont- ($17/20,000). Also sold will be a litho- and the rare Motocycles Comiot
$500 to $350,000 — a wide range cater- gomery Flagg (for example, I Want You graph of Bernhardt’s Lorenzaccio ($20/25,000) will be in the sale, as will
ing to all levels of collectors, from the for US Army) and Howard Chandler ($14/17,000). extremely unusual items, such as an
brPPeeAac:g\rogAitgnii&nnnstaiAezstraeAitbndodletsbthh\y—1ee0dsc-owea1nati2atsh-ol1ongi8ec\dowjanvimilecltibeegeriahainnent.usstsacsnuhtcklhyel Christy (Gee! I Wish I Were a Man), the Eighteenth Century, pre-French Revolu-
- otowfntoehmeooFwsintrseptrrWo2moxirnl2denWtaArm. Tehreicaenntpiroestceorlilsetcs- Twenty-three posters, rare books and tion poster for the French Guard
unique items from the Russian avant- ($2/2,500); and posters by Haring
ainsdHde.nri de Toulouse-Lautrec, A.M. Cas- tion, though, delves far beyond that. garde — including Lissitzky’s Beat the ($1/2,000), Warhol ($30/35,000) and
spaicnkderde,uAplpfrhoomnse Mucha, Keith Haring, Highlights from the auction overall Whites with the Red Wedge ($3,5/4,000) Yokoo ($1/2,000).
Aenmdayil Wpraorohfotol,:Hjh.Rir. sHcophp1s,8J4a5m@eshMootnmt- aili.nccloumde Toulouse-Lautrec’s first poster, and Victory Over the Sun: Anxious People
gtyo,mJeurlyesaFnCldahgcegcr,eBHt,aoLwrebaorndetCtohaCnadpleprieClloh,riEs-l the 1891 Moulin Rouge/La Goulue, ($17/20,000) — will conveniently coincide Also in the auction are rare and impor-
which established the artist’s worldwide with a major exhibition on the period now tant propaganda posters from World
Lissitzky, Theophile Steinlen and Yokoo. fame ($300/350,000) plus numerous at New York’s Jewish Museum. War I to the Cuban Revolution, to
Most of the posters and maquettes will other famous and rare Lautrecs, includ- include multiple lithographs by Flagg,
be from the Belle Epoque and Art Deco ing Le Jockey ($40/50,000), P. Sescau/ Eighteen works by Chéret, including Christy, Biró and Rivadulla (Destroy
periods. Photographe ($60/70,000) and L’Anglais three variants of Palais de Glace this Mad Brute, Des Libérateurs, aka
“The propaganda poster collection is of au Moulin Rouge, rarely seen at auction ($1/5,000) and three original studies: The Red Poster, and others); and a rarely
great importance,” said Jack Rennert, ($100/120,000). two in pastel and one oil painting seen 1925 maquette for singer-dancer
president of Poster Auctions Interna- From A.M. Cassandre will come four ($10/20,000) will come under the gavel, Josephine Baker by Colin ($10/12,000).
tional Inc. “The issues we’re dealing with separate prints of his world-famous Art while 27 posters and maquettes by Cap-
today, as a society, are little different Deco triumph, Normandie — all from piello, including famous works such as The sale will be held online and in
from those of a century ago — conflicts the opulent ocean liner’s inaugural the Maurin Quina ($2/2,500) and Para- Poster Auctions’ gallery, 26 West 17th
over gender roles, economic inequality, cruise year of 1935, with slightly differ- pluie-Revel ($3/10,000), plus magnifi- Street, at 11 am. For additional informa-
rapid political change, ethnic violence ent text variants. This is the first time cent rarities like the 1927 Sizaire tion, www.posterauctions.com, www.
($8/10,000), will also be on offer. rennertsgallery.com or 212-787-4000.

Steinlen’s iconic Chat Noir ($6/8,000)

High Museum To Open
Major Collection Reinstallation October 14

ATLANTA, GA. — The High whole new way,” said Rand the museum’s commitment to
Museum of Art will soon com- Suffolk, the Nancy and Hol- displaying artwork of extraor-
plete a major reinstallation of combe T. Green Jr director of dinary quality as well as
its collection galleries, which the museum. “As the Atlanta ideas and narratives that
will be unveiled to the public community and the Southeast exemplify the Museum’s dedi-
at a community open house on have grown and changed in cation to diversity and inclu-
October 14. This marks the the years since the Museum’s sivity and to reflecting com-
first comprehensive revision expansion, so has our collec- munities from Atlanta and
of the galleries since the tion. Our new galleries recog- beyond in its collection pre-
Paginated by don museum’s transformative nize and reflect those changes sentations. In addition to fea-
P:\A&A Ads\10-12-18\dorothy lehtonen estate sale 2 x 3½ indd. expansion in 2005. and celebrate the diverse turing key holdings by artists
picked up from 10-9-15, The reinstallation, which artistic achievements repre- of color and women artists,
has been in progress since sented in our holdings, drawn the galleries incorporate
send emSaciclhttooo: [email protected] age 39 April 2018, covers all seven of from across the region and selections from the High’s
the museum’s curatorial well beyond.” unparalleled holdings of
departments and highlights works related to the south-
the collection’s key strengths Since the museum’s expan- eastern United States, from
and growth since 2005 while sion opened in 2005, the High historical decorative arts and
creating dynamic and engag- has added more than 6,500 folk and self-taught art to
ing experiences for visitors artworks to its collection, civil rights photography.
and improving accessibility which now totals more than
throughout the High’s facili- 17,000 objects. The reinstalla- The High Museum of Art is at
ties. The reinstallation tion features iconic master- 1280 West Peachtree Street
includes the addition of a ded- works and presents recent Northeast. For information,
icated photography gallery, acquisitions across depart- 404-733-4400 or www.high.org.
which significantly increases ments, including artworks
the space available to display never on view before at the WORCESTER, MASS. — An
the High’s collection. The High, such as Kara Walker’s array of more than 40 paintings
museum worked with archi- monumental cut-paper instal- from the New-York Historical
tectural firm Selldorf Archi- lation, “The Jubilant Martyrs Society’s collection by Hudson
tects to complete all aspects of Obsolescence and Ruin” River School artists, including
of collection gallery design and paintings and sculptures Thomas Cole, Asher B. Durand,
and renovation. Concurrent from the 2017 Souls Grown Albert Bierstadt, Jasper Crop-
with the collection reinstalla- Deep Foundation acquisition sey, John F. Kensett, William T.
tion, the museum is doubling of folk and self-taught art. Richards are on view at the
the footprint and completing Worcester Art Museum until
a total redesign of the Greene The new gallery organiza- November 25 in “The Poetry of
Family Learning Gallery in tion combines interlinked Nature: New-York Historical
collaboration with Roto chronological, stylistic and Society Hudson River School
design firm. thematic constructs with ded- Landscapes.” Painted between
“We are thrilled to complete icated spaces to explore con- 1818 and 1886, the works illus-
this project and debut the rei- nections across multiple trate America’s scenic splendor.
magined galleries. We cannot genres or, alternately, to high- The Worcester Art Museum is
wait for our audiences to light distinctive, concentrated at 55 Salisbury Street. For
experience the High in a strengths within the collec- information, 508-799-4406 or
tion. The interpretation of the www.worcesterart.org.
collection has been guided by

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 55

Museum Show Of Work By Günther Förg
Debuts In Dallas In October

DALLAS, TEXAS — The Dal- vocative in his time. Art histo- turing undecipherable text
las Museum of Art (DMA) is rians have grappled with the and a monumental gray grid
presenting the most compre- breadth of his production and painting from 2009 that the
hensive survey to date for Ger- have frequently aligned his artist layered over one of his
man artist Günther Förg work with that of Modernist vibrant “Spot Paintings.” The
(1952–2013), opening on Octo- masters, such as Barnett New- exhibition also includes many
ber 21 and on view through man, Clyfford Still, Mark Roth- of the artist’s multimedia
January 27. The first Ameri- ko and Edvard Munch, all of paintings, such as a multi-pan-
can museum exhibition dedi- whom greatly inspired Förg. el work of painted lead, which
cated to the artist in nearly There is limited scholarship is presented alongside a large
three decades, “Günther Förg: focused on the artist’s singular diptych featuring acrylic and
A Fragile Beauty,” brings contributions, such as his skill- gold leaf.
together more than 40 years of ful manipulations of the lan- Tension is prevalent in Förg’s
the artist’s multimedia prac- guage of abstraction and explo- sculptural work, where bronze
tice — including works on rations of the relationships masks flout a fine line between
paper, photography, sculpture between object and viewer. figuration and abstraction.
and rarely exhibited late- Reflecting the incredible Five plaster and mixed media
career paintings — to provide scope of the artists’ practice, sculptures from 2000 are fea-
new insight on the practice the show traces the develop- tured in the exhibition. Many
and enduring influence of this ment of Förg’s pioneering are composed of found house-
complex artist. cross-disciplinary work from hold objects enshrouded in
Organized in collaboration 1973 to 2009 to offer a new plaster, relinquishing their
with the Stedelijk Museum, perspective and deepen the original forms to the amor-
Amsterdam and its curator of understanding and apprecia- phous plaster encasement. Paginated by don
photography Hripsimé Visser, tion of the artist’s place in art Though he is most often rec- GPü:\Ant&hAerAdFsö\1rg0,-1u2n-1ti8t\lejoda,n2s0g0r7e,aat cersytalitcesa2ndx 1o½il inodnd.canvas.
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builds on both institutions’ rent in Förg’s oeuvre, includ- interest in architecture and and cc
histories with the artist, with ing his interest in surface and history, as evidenced by his swathes of color on white The Dallas Museum of Art is
each having staged seminal substrate, the grid motif and photographic works. Twelve ground, which lay bare the art- at 1717 North Harwood Street.
exhibitions of his work in 1992 color theory. Rather than a photographs are featured in ist’s gesture and emphasize For information, www.DMA.org
and 1995, respectively. The broadly chronological view, the the exhibition, ranging in sub- the activity of painting itself. or 214-922-1200.
exhibition includes major presentation creates juxtapo- ject from portraits to Modern-
loans from private collections sitions between series and ist edifices in Italy from the
and notable German institu- works demonstrating artistic 1920s and 1930s.
tiPonasg,insuactehdasbythdeoSntädel Muse- concerns that the artist Concluding the exhibition is
uchPme:,\AF&GraArnakApfhduisrs\tc6ha-e2n2d-tS1ha8em\wSmetanluadtnylgi-k, ingrlief3teu.xrn4e½d intnod.throughout his a group of the artist’s late
works, Förg’s “Spot Paintings”
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his return to painting to mani-
fest the expressive freedom he
predominant today in contem- number of the artist’s mono- allowed himself towards the
porary artists’ practices, it was chromatic paintings, including end of his life. These distinc-
uncommonly eclectic and pro- a gray painting from 1973 fea- tive paintings feature large

56 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Robots, Space Toys, Early Disney In Premier Vintage Toy Auction

Rare TN Japan battery-operated Walking Batman, 12 inch- Circa 1875 Ives (American) Mechanical Per- Mechanical Moon Robot, Japan, 11½ inches,
es, new old store stock with original Japanese-version box forming Monkey accompanied by original wind-up, unplayed-with condition, accom-
($10/15,000). wood box with applied paper label ($3/4,000). panied by original box ($2,5/3,000).

WILLOUGHBY, OHIO — The absentee, by phone or live At Milestone, Nineteenth/Twentieth Century Favorites Ready
color, action and irresistible online. To Impress In October 13 Auction
charm of antique and vintage
toys will be on full display dur- Many dozens of robots, space Robin in the Batmobile A rare factory case containing delivers two Disney favorites
ing Milestone’s October 13 auc- toys and superheroes will be ($10/15,000). 12 TootsieToy no. 1031 Buck for the price of one ($1/1,500).
tion, beginning at 10 am. More ready to take the spotlight, and Rogers 25th Century Battle That muscle-bound, spinach-
than 700 lots ranging from cov- all eyes are sure to be on a TN Another extraterrestrial prize Cruisers, each in its original loving cartoon sailor Popeye
eted early Twentieth Century battery-operated Walking Bat- is a boxed Mechanical Moon pictorial box, like the aforemen- will be showing off many skills,
German clockwork characters man. “This toy is a dream for Robot. A wind-up, as opposed to tioned Walking Batman, is new such as boxing, tumbling, blow-
to midcentury superheroes and collectors since it’s new old battery-operated, toy, it is com- old store stock ($2/3,000). ing bubbles, jig dancing and
flashy 1950s vehicles await col- store stock and has never been plete and appears never to have driving a patrol motorcycle. He
lectors, who may bid in person, played with,” said Milestone co- been played with ($2,5/3,000). An American antique toy, a is also a high-flying pilot, as
owner Chris Sammet. “It’s all circa 1875 Ives Mechanical Per- seen in a 1935 tin wind-up Pop-
Show Managers original and complete, and A Marx tin wind-up Sparkling forming Monkey with handbells eye Express. This toy depicts
See Page 39 there isn’t a better example out Rocket Fighter Ship — dazzling will be offered. “Not only is it in daredevil pilot Popeye circling
there. The rich colors and high in its bright red and yellow unbelievably fine condition, above a train with an annoyed
gloss have to be seen to be motif — is a classic example of with bright, unfaded clothing Olive Oyl as its passenger and
believed.” The 12-inch toy is how manned spaceships were and perfect facial paint, it also Wimpy as a spectator ($1/1,500).
accompanied by its original envisioned long before Star has its original wooden box A fleet of pressed steel auto-
Japanese-version box depicting Wars or even the Space Race. with applied pictorial label,” motive toys includes many lead-
Adam West as Batman and The 12-inch-long tinplate craft Sammet said. The Ives label ing brands, including Buddy
is all original, including the indicates that the toy received a “L,” Bing, Marx, Cor-Cor, Wyan-
often-missing tailfin, and comes patent, presumably for its dotte, Dayton and Sturditoy. In
with its pictorial box ($600/800). unusual action ($3/4,000).

There’s an array of 1930s the 1920s, the latter company
through postwar-era toys to produced a 33½-inch oil tanker
delight Disney collectors. The in fire engine red. An example
grouping includes many exam- of the two-piece truck and trail-
ples of Mickey Mouse and other er retains its original decals
character toys that seldom and tandem tires ($2/2,500).
appear at auction in such spar- Paddles are expected to be air-
kling condition. Among the borne when a rare Hubley cast-
highly regarded Linemar pro- iron Harley-Davidson Parcel
ductions are a tin wind-up Post motorcycle opens for bid-
Paginated by marie Mickey on Unicycle ($400/600); ding. With original paint and
P:\A&A Ads\10-5-18\westchester historical society 3 x 5 indd. Mickey Cyclist ($300/500); and Harley decal on the gas tank,
picked up from10-9-15, 10-7-16, 10-6-17, 10-5-18 boxed Mickey Mouse Dipsy Car this bike comes with its correct
($400/600). A 1940s Mickey blue-uniformed driver
email proof to [email protected] Mouse watch, mint in its origi- ($2/2,500).
and cc jill nal cylindrical box, will cross Preview during the week
the auction block ($300/500).
Many of Mickey’s Disney sta- prior to the auction is from 9
blemates will be on hand, as am to 5 pm daily or by private
well. A rare Marx boxed set appointment. Milestone is at
houses Pinocchio and Figaro 3860 Ben Hur Avenue, Unit 8.
the Cat tin wind-ups. The set For information, 440-527-8060
or www.milestoneauctions.com.

Hammer Museum Gives Adrian Piper
First West Coast Show In Ten Years

LOS ANGELES — The Ham- Piper’s groundbreaking, trans-
mer Museum presents “Adrian formative work has profoundly
Piper: Concepts and Intuitions, shaped the form and content of
1965–2016,” one of the most com- conceptual art since the 1960s,
prehensive West Coast exhibi- exerting an incalculable influ-
tions to date of the work of Adri- ence on artists working today.
an Piper (b 1948). Organized by Her investigations into the polit-
the Museum of Modern Art, this ical, social and spiritual poten-
expansive retrospective features tial of conceptual art frequently
more than 270 works gathered address gender, race and xeno-
from public and private collec- phobia through incisive humor
tions from around the world and and wit and draw on her long-
encompasses a wide range of standing involvement with phi-
mediums that Piper has explored losophy and yoga.
for more than 50 years: drawing,
photography, works on paper, “Adrian Piper’s 50-year career
video, multimedia installations, transcends traditional categories
performance, painting, sculpture of art,” said Hammer Director
and sound. On view through Ann Philbin. “Her influence on a
January 6, “Adrian Piper: Con- younger generation of artists is
cepts and Intuitions, 1965–2016” profound, and her work — from
is the first West Coast museum its conceptual beginnings to her
presentation of Piper’s works in most recent participatory works
more than a decade, and her first — are concise, moving and
since receiving the Golden Lion sharply relevant to our contem-
Award for Best Artist at the 56th porary moment.”
Venice Biennale of 2015 and
Germany’s Käthe Kollwitz Prize The Hammer Museum is at
in 2018. 10899 Wilshire Boulevard. For
information, 310-443-7000 or
www.hammer.ucla.edu.

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 57

American Brilliant Cut Glass, Fine Asian
& Art At Hudson Valley Auctioneers Oct. 8

An oil in a distinctive frame of an Italian scene, signed One of a selection of Hawkes, Tuthill, Water-
Ercole Calvi. ford; there are 11 punch bowls on offer. John Fenton oil, one of two.

BEACON, N.Y. — Hudson French bronze mounted vitrine, Machin mural studies and mad Ali, Bart Starr and Babe much more estate merchandise.
Valley Auctioneers will present a fine pair of inlaid demilunes, many others. Ruth; two room-size Nepalese Faster paced bidding and last
a two-session unreserved estate an Old Hickory table and chair There will be lots of various carpets at high original cost; a minute additions are features
auction on Monday, October 8, set as well as other sets of fine porcelains, including Meis- selection of stage lights from of this session.
at 5 pm. The sale includes a chairs and many custom and sen figural pieces, a Russian tea the original WABC New York
large offering from a longtime decorative pieces. set, various china services and studios; and an original carved Hudson Valley Auctioneer’s
New York City gallery owner’s Midcentury and Pop figures other individual pieces. marble bust of Gouverneur galleries are at 432 Main Street.
public and private holdings as strongly with a Philip and Kel- Violins and other string Kemble, who was born in Cold Previews will be Sunday, Octo-
well as several partial contents vin LaVerne coffee table, a instruments include makers Spring, N.Y. ber 7, 1 to 5 pm and Monday,
from New York and New Jersey. Molinari Tulipano three-piece Joseph Kloz, Gradoux Matt, auction day, beginning at 2 pm,
set, a Ted Boerner and teak Niklous Kittel, Perry and Session Two follows with 200- until the auction start at 5 pm.
Session One offers online bid- Illumus Bolighus coffee tables, Wilkinson as well as bow mak- plus lots of more of the same
ding as well as in house, absen- a large and impressive Dakota ers Fretzschner and Albert interesting quality lots that will For more information, www.
tee and phone bidding and Jackson Cuba cabinet, an Nurmburger. Other items of not include online bidding. It hudsonvalleyauctioneers.com
begins with an Asian grouping Altamira floor lamp, a Dunbar interest include three Jack will feature great accessories, or call sales manager Theo
to include a selection of carved table with Murano glass top, an Dowd original statues; Muham- lighting, Oriental carpets, silver DeHaas at 845-480-2381 or
rosewood and marble Chinese excellent selection of Lucite fur- and jewelry, Midcentury and auctioneer Neil Vaughn at 914-
tables, several carpets and a 489-2399.
large Japanese jardinière. Chi-
nese porcelains, embroideries niture, a rare Mitch and Suzie
and artworks are scattered Levin framed mirror and a
throughout the sale. maple vanity by Lazlo Hoening
will lead the category.
An estate collection of Ameri- A large selection of American
can brilliant cut glass will be coins, currency and commemo-
offered in 30 lots, many with ratives in silver and gold will be
multiple pieces. Standouts sold in large and singular lots.
include signed pieces by Webb, Silver flatware sets and hollow-
Hawkes, Tuthill, Sinclair and ware as well as watches and
Waterford, and several of those jewelry are featured in both ses-
are among the 11 punch bowls sions. Antique and collectible
offered. Modern art glass lots bronzes including a fine lion by
include works by Dynasty gal- GPeaogrgineasteRdebciypodnonand several
leries, Caithness, Rollin Karg, calopePhnAtime:cdsr\skAatNotewie&fldaropFAtrurirkCovpaAoseonfdfurAkoftsnrolmm\iot:1nymem01rM--iea11casia92untnn-a-tr11taso8ea8ull,nd\[email protected] sale 4 x 5 indd.
GES, Leonard DiNardo, Chris an untouched oil in a distinctive
Belleau Studio and others. frame of an Italian scene signed
Ercole Calvi, a fine painting of
Traditional furniture is preva- cows and several indistinctly
lent in both sessions with exam- signed landscapes, a large
ples of Continental and Ameri- watercolor of girls and dogs by
can pieces, including many from Heinrich Retlig, two William
the Gay family, Hingham, Mas-
sachusetts. Period pieces are
led by a diminutive maple
Queen Anne swing-leg drop leaf
table, two New England chests
— one with stenciling — a pair
of period maple tester beds, a
triple pedestal dining table, a
fine English slant desk, a

Lifesize Bart Starr by Jack
Dowd; also have Mohammed
Ali and Babe Ruth figures.

Historic Homes & Properties

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58 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — October 12, 2018

Life Along The Hudson

Clermont, © Pieter Estersohn.
Life Along The Hudson: The
Historic Country Estates of
the Livingston Family, By
Pieter Estersohn, foreword
by John Winthrop Aldrich,
hardcover, 9 by 11 inches,
336 pages, 400 color photo-
graphs, published by Rizzoli
New York, release date Octo-
ber 2018, $85.

In Life Along the Hudson: The Richmond Hill, © Pieter Estersohn.
Historic Country Estates of the
Livingston Family, renowned storied architectural gems, as distinguished country-seat, Callendar House, © Pieter Estersohn.
photographer Pieter Estersohn well as their picturesque gar- adds a unique and personal per-
presents 35 sublime country dens and landscape designs. spective on the history of the tucky: Historic Houses and homes featured in Life Along
homes overlooking the majestic area. Horse Farms of Bluegrass the Hudson.
Hudson River, offering some of This insider’s perspective Country (Monicelli Press, 2014).
the finest examples of stately allows Estersohn to provide Estersohn is a leading photog- He is also on the boards of the John Winthrop “Wint” Aldrich,
American architecture built fresh insight into the historical rapher of architecture and inte- Historic Red Hook Advisory a Livingston descendant,
between 1730 and 1946 — all significance of this beautiful riors. His work regularly Council and Friends of Cler- resides at Rokeby, a 200-year-
originally owned by members of region, which continues to lure appears in major shelter maga- mont, and belongs to the Edge- old country home in the Hudson
the Livingston family and their those seeking stately and zines, including Architectural wood Club in Tivoli, N.Y., which River valley. He is the former
descendants. charming country retreats — as Digest, and he has contributed was founded in the 1880s by the New York State Deputy Com-
it has for centuries. A foreword to many interior design and original owners of many of the missioner for Historic Preserva-
Estersohn, who recently by John Winthrop “Wint” lifestyle books, among them tion.
restored Staats Hall, a promi- Aldrich who is a descendant of Charlotte Moss’s Rizzoli publi-
nent residence located in the the original builder of Rokeby, a cations. He is the author of Ken-
area and included in the book’s
introduction, has long been fas-
cinated by these enchanting
homes and their histories. His
photography provides one stun-
ning interior and exterior view
after another of several of these

Art Deco Chicago:
Designing Modern America

Art Deco Chicago: Design- the dominant mode of modern- fessor emeritus of architecture,
ing Modern America, edited ism for the American middle art history and urban planning
by Robert Bruegmann; with class. at the University of Illinois at
essays by Robert Brueg- Chicago.
mann, Jonathan Mekinda, Lavishly illustrated with
Teri J. Edelstein, Lisa D. more than 300 images, the This volume serves as the
Schrenk and Neil Harris. book narrates Art Deco’s evolu- companion publication to the
Published by Yale Universi- tion in 101 key works, carefully exhibition “Modern by Design:
ty Press and distributed for curated and chronologically Chicago Streamlines America,”
the Chicago Art Deco Soci- organized to tell the story of organized by the Chicago His-
ety; 412 pages; publication not just a style but a sense of tory Museum, October 27–
date October 2, 2018, $75. sensibilities. Critical essays December 2, 2019. It is part of
from leading figures in the Art Design Chicago, an initia-
Frank Lloyd Wright’s lost field discuss the ways in which tive of the Terra Foundation for
Midway Gardens, the iconic Art Deco created an entire American Art exploring Chica-
Sunbeam Mixmaster, and Mar- visual universe that extended go’s art and design legacy, with
shall Field’s famed window dis- to architecture, advertising, presenting partner, the Rich-
plays: despite the differences household objects, clothing and ard Driehaus Foundation.
in scale and medium, each even food design. Through this
belongs to the broad current of comprehensive approach to one Show Managers
an Art Deco style that devel- of the Twentieth Century’s See Page 39
oped in Chicago in the first most pervasive modes of
half of the Twentieth Century. expression in America, Art
This ambitious overview of the Deco Chicago provides an
city’s architectural, product, essential overview of both this
industrial and graphic design influential style and the
between 1910 and 1950 offers a metropolis that came to
fresh perspective on a style embody it.
that would come to represent
Robert Bruegmann is a pro-

October 12, 2018 — Antiques and The Arts Weekly — 59

Schwenke Auction To Offer 500-Plus Lots

Among fine art being offered is this work by Eric Sloan Asian decorative arts include this Northern
titled “August in Connecticut,” depicting barns and silo. Wei pottery horse with traces of polychrome
and gilt decoration.
WOODBURY, CONN. — On monogrammed tea and coffee set.
Wednesday, October 10, Schwen- Several lots of Midcentury From a Connecticut collector comes this large
ke Auctioneers will conduct an oxidized copper weathervane with scrolled
estates auction with a diverse Modern will be offered, includ- banner ornament, large directionals and set
offering of 502 lots consigned ing a pair of modernist alumi- on a conical fluted base, 93½ inches high and
from several estates and con- num upholstered club chairs, a approximately 40 inches in diameter.
signors from Connecticut, New Midcentury round glass and
York, New Jersey and Massa- lucite coffee table and a Whit- Featuring Asian, Continental, English,
chusetts. The auction includes a more Boogaerts kinetic oak/ American Midcentury, Fine Art & Estate Oriental Rugs
selection of Asian decorative wrought iron chair.
arts; American, English and estate sources. American lots of during the Lincoln administra- 11½ inches high, the basket
Continental furniture and deco- This sale has a selection of interest include a Chippendale tion and have been referred to as comes from a Warren, Conn.,
rative arts; folk art and Ameri- Asian decorative arts, including cherrywood tall chest; a highly Lincoln White House Dining estate.
can country furniture; early a Northern Wei pottery horse figured tiger maple Sheraton Chairs.
English and other sterling sil- with traces of polychrome and bonnet chest; an American coun- The sale also includes more
ver; jewelry; fine art; miscella- gilt decoration, old repair to one try pine blue painted chimney One of the finest lots of Ameri- than 35 estate Oriental carpets,
neous decorative arts; and estate ear; a warring states period hu- cupboard; and a New York clas- can folk art is a large oxidized including Persian, Caucasian
Oriental rugs. form stoneware vessel; several sical carved, gilt and verte paw- copper weathervane with and Turkoman room and scatter-
Chinese Ming dynasty plates; footed sofa. scrolled banner ornament, large sized rugs and other regional and
Many lots of fine art are being and several Chinese hardwood directionals and set on a conical, modern rugs. One example of
offered, including a work by Eric marble top stands. Special items of interest among fluted base. The impressive vane interest is a Persian Heriz room-
Sloan titled “August in Connect- the Americana lots being sold is measures 93½ inches high and sized rug, measuring 11 feet 5
icut,” consigned by a Warren, Among the many pieces of for- a rare set of 12 Gothic-influ- approximately 40 inches in inches long, 9 feet 5 inches wide.
Conn., estate. Sloan (1905– mal Continental and English enced Lincoln White House diameter, consigned by a Con-
1985), signed the oil on board furniture and decorations from Chairs, Joseph Meeks & Sons necticut collector. The auction begins at 11 am.
depicting barns and silo and several New York and Connecti- (active 1797–1868), circa 1840, Preview times are Friday, Octo-
titled verso. Other fine art works cut estates are a set of six Conti- upholstered in brocade fabric. Also on offer is a Jose Formosa ber 5, 11 am to 6 pm; October
include a Charles Wesley Nich- nental carved walnut Queen During the Polk Administration Reyes Nantucket friendship 7–9, 10 am to 5 pm; and Wednes-
olson oil on canvas desert scene, Anne side chairs with uphol- (1845–49), as many as 24 black basket, (Philippine, 1902–1980), day, October 10, 9 to 10 am. Pre-
Norman Conn modernist water stered backs, an English Chip- walnut Gothic Revival chairs by top with intricate carving of view is also available at other
color and Frederick Svendsen oil pendale-style decorated bird J&W Meeks were purchased for heron among cattails, owner’s times by appointment.
on canvas of docked boats. cage on stand, a Cypriot carved the White House, four of which name plaque on lid interior,
cedar and walnut dowry chest are still in its collection. They signed and marked “Made in Schwenke Auctioneers is at
Sterling silver lots across the and a Continental baroque were used in the dining room Nantucket.” Measuring 7 inches, 710 Main Street South. For
block include a Gorham seven- carved and gilded console table. 10¼ inches wide, with handle information, 203-266-0323 or
piece tea and coffee service, an www.woodburyauction.com.
International three-piece coffee Included in the sale is a group
service and a J.E. Caldwell & Co of American formal and country
furniture, decorations and folk
art consigned from several

Autry Ignites With Michael Scott’s Fire Landscapes
LOS ANGELES — The Autry American West as both ever- Ohio), Cincinnati Art Museum,
Museum of the American West changing and timeless. J.B. Speed Art Museum (Louis-
presents an exhibition featuring “These paintings are some of ville, Ky.), the New Orleans
several selections from Kansas- the best and most intense that Museum of Art and the Whit-
born artist Michael Scott’s I’ve seen from this artist, and ney Western Art Museum —
series of paintings dealing with together offer a comprehensive Buffalo Bill Center of the West
the force of fire. “On Fire: Tran- visual exploration of fire, from (Cody, Wyo.).
scendent Landscapes by tiny embers to raging infernos,” The Autry Museum of the
Michael Scott” explores the fine said Amy Scott, the Autry’s American West is at 4700 West-
line between the real, physical chief curator and Marilyn B. ern Heritage Way. For more
presence of fire and its more and Calvin B. Gross curator of information, 323-667-2000 or
mysterious, unknowable nature visual arts. “They also have a www.theautry.org.
within the Western landscape surreal element, with mysteri-
and continues through July 28. ous additions such as an eye
made of steam or a translucent
Through these paintings, the Michael Scott, “Fire and Ice Pacific,” 2016–18, oil on canvas, owl that defies our understand-
viewer can “observe the alche- courtesy of the artist. Lynn Lown photo, Santa Fe, N.M. ing of the natural world. As
my of anger or the rebirth of such, they are actually complex
life,” said artist Michael Scott. reveal the connection between Each of the works in “On Fire” narratives designed to make us
“No emotion is steadfast in fire.” the natural and the more mys- depicts fire as a transformative question what we know about
While the exhibition has been in terious forces at work across a force, shaping and reshaping nature and how it behaves.”
the works for years, it finds par- variety of landscapes. Inspired the landscape in ways that Michael Scott’s work is repre-
ticular relevance in the current by America’s national parks, transcend immediate experi- sented in private and corporate
moment for those living across “On Fire” consists of five paint- ence of the place represented. cPolalegcintiaontesdacbryosms athrieecountry as
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human origin are on the rise. what is normal or natural.” ents an interpretation of the Aemmearilicparnoof tAor: t (Youngstown,

Scott’s large-scale paintings

Whitfield House Curator Gives Behind The Scenes
Archaeology Tour October 13

GUILFORD, CONN. — The green lawns of the ber 13. A $6 admission to the tour is limited to the
Whitfield House property cover the complicated first 20 people (ages 13+) who arrive. Admission
remains of this state archaeological preserve. also includes self-guided tours of the Visitor Cen-
Museum curator Michael McBride will walk visi- ter hands-on galleries and the Education Building
tors through the grounds of Connecticut’s oldest displays. No advance reservations needed. In the
house, offering insight into where buildings used event of rain, an indoor presentation will be given.
to be, how the land was used and interesting
artifacts that were found through the many Parking is free at the Whitfield House, which is
archaeological projects that have taken place at 248 Old Whitfield Street. For more informa-
over several decades. tion, 203-453-2457, [email protected], or
www.cultureandtourism.org, or on Facebook at
The tour takes place at 2 pm on Saturday, Octo- www.facebook.com/henrywhitfieldstatemuseum.

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