Design Auction #24: Ancient Ceramics, Jewelry, and Furniture
Zao-Wou-ki Original Aquatints, an Yves Saint Laurent Necklace, a Mayan Bowl, and a Knoll Sofa.
To all of you who are new here, welcome. When I need a break, I like to look through auctions, and I thought it would be nice to share my finds with you. Here’s a round-up of items from around the world, pieces I think are worth your time. I hope you find something you like, and I hope it also gives you a break from thinking, reading, writing, scrolling, or whatever it is you’re doing right now.
“A man who wishes to participate at an auction must pay equal attention to the book and to his competitors, in addition to keeping a cool enough head to avoid being carried away in the competition.” — Walter Benjamin
The Round-Up
Mayan Polychrome Bowl c. 600-900 A.D.
Estimate: 4 000 - 6 000 $
Thursday, August 13 at Freeman’s (United States)
Commode with Marquetry Inlay
Estimate: 80 - 150 €
Monday, August 17 at Artesia (France)
Acajou Chair
Estimate: 80 - 160 €
Thursday, August 20 at Bid by Bid (Portugal)
Lacquered Baluster Lamps
Estimate: 50 - 100 €
Monday, August 17 at Artesia (France)
Knoll Sofa in Blue and White Ticking
Estimate: 800 - 1 200 £
Sunday, August 16 at Lots Road (England)
Zao-Wou-ki Original Aquatints, Small Folio, Original Edition
Estimate: 4 000 - 6 000 $
Thursday, August 20 at The Red Finch Auctions (United States)
Peruvian Metal Necklace
Estimate: 150 - 250 £
Sunday, August 16 at Lots Road (England)
Gerhard Richter “Abstract Painting 825-11 69 Details” Signed Book Edition
Estimate: 100 - 150 £
Wednesday, August 12 at Forum Auctions (England)
19th Century Egyptian Alabaster Jar
Estimate: 40 - 60 £
Tuesday, August 18 at Hannam’s Auctioneers (England)
Wooden Screen
Estimate: 50 - 100 €
Monday, August 17 at Artesia (France)
An Etruscan Vase, A Red-Figured Kylix, and Three 4th C. Kyathois
Estimate: 600 - 800 $
Thursday, August 13 at Freeman’s (United States)
Six Gerald Benney Silver Serving Bowls & Spoons
Estimate: 1 500 - 2 500 £
Wednesday, August 12 at Dreweatts (England)
Yves Saint Laurent Necklace
Estimate: 60 - 80 €
Wednesday, August 19 at Artflow (France)
