In Buddhism, the bodhisattva Kannon is considered the goddess of mercy, compassion, and pets. This deep relief carving depicts Kannon flanked by her attendants amidst scrolling clouds, and is inset with a square seal mark. The panel, which dates to late 19th century Japan, will be available at Bonham's Asian Art sale, July 11 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Photo Courtesy : Bonham'sIn this finely embroidered and painted silk panel from 19th century Asia, two ladies arrange flowers while boating on a lake beside a terraced garden, and a third lady looks on from a pavilion below a willow tree filled with birds. This elaborate piece will be available at Bonham's Asian Art sale, July 11 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Photo Courtesy : Bonham'sFlown aboard the Lunar Module Eagle and annotated by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, the Apollo 11 LM Timeline Book is considered the most important manual to achieving the moon landing in 1969. With 44 pages, including diagrams, the book will be available at Christie's July 18 sale in New York, Celebrating Space Exploration 50 Years After Apollo 11.
Photo Courtesy : Christie'sShortly after their moon landing in 1969, Neil Armstrong snapped a color photograph of Buzz Aldrin at Tranquility Base. Signed and inscribed by Aldrin, that photograph will be available at Christie's July 18 sale in New York, Celebrating Space Exploration 50 Years After Apollo 11.
Photo Courtesy : Christie'sEdgar Degas (1834-1917) was a French painter, sculptor, and portrait artist best known for his depictions of female dancers, which comprise the subject of more than half of all his works. Degas was considered a master at capturing human movement. In this pastel and charcoal sketch, three dancers appear to be mid-practice. Degas' signature appears in the lower left, and this piece will be available at the Monte Carlo Auction House July 17.
Photo Courtesy : Monte Carlo Auction HousePierre Sterle was a renowned jeweler in Paris whose craftsmanship were sought by the largest jewelry houses, including Chaumet, for which he designed a series of brooches. The "Alexandre" brooch was previously owned by the Begum Aga Khan. The figure has a carved obsidian face and features 18 karat gold chain mail, diamond baguettes, three lines of rubies, and white mother of pearl. Available at the Monte Carlo Auction House July 17.
Photo Courtesy : Monte Carlo Auction HouseEmile Gruppe (1896-1978) spent his childhood in the Netherlands but moved back to the United States with his family prior to World War I. He primarily painted impressionist landscapes and portraits, and was largely influenced by French artists such as Monet. This oil on canvas board painting depicts fishermen bringing in the day's catch, and will be available at Helmuth Stone Gallery's fine art and antiques auction July 28 in Sarasota, Florida.
Photo Courtesy : Helmuth Stone GalleryWillem Kalf (1619-1693) was a Dutch painter who specialized in still lifes and influenced many other artists. This still life was painted by a follower of Kalf in the late 17th century and was previously exhibited at the Appleton Museum. Featuring fruit, lobster, porcelain, silver tazza, and goblets, the painting recently sold for $7,200 from the Helmuth Stone Gallery, which will hold a fine art and antiques sale July 28 in Sarasota, Florida.
Photo Courtesy : Helmuth Stone GalleryPainted James Peale, Sr., this miniature portrait of Samuel Johnston was completed while he was serving as a U.S. Senator. The casework is made from a 14 karat plain bezel frame with cobalt glass and is presented with a red leather case. This item has continuously been in the Johnston/Iredell family and will be available at the Brunk Auctions Premier Auction July 20 in Asheville, North Carolina.
Photo Courtesy : Brunk AuctionsNicolai Ivanovitch Fetchin moved from Russia to the United States in 1921. Already well known for his paintings, he continued to produce impressionist portraits and wooden sculptures. This oil on canvas landscape originates from a private collection in Delaware and will be available at the Brunk Auctions Premier Auction July 20 in Asheville, North Carolina.
Photo Courtesy : Brunk AuctionsIn Buddhism, the bodhisattva Kannon is considered the goddess of mercy, compassion, and pets. This deep relief carving depicts Kannon flanked by her attendants amidst scrolling clouds, and is inset with a square seal mark. The panel, which dates to late 19th century Japan, will be available at Bonham's Asian Art sale, July 11 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Photo Courtsey of Bonham'sIn this finely embroidered and painted silk panel from 19th century Asia, two ladies arrange flowers while boating on a lake beside a terraced garden, and a third lady looks on from a pavilion below a willow tree filled with birds. This elaborate piece will be available at Bonham's Asian Art sale, July 11 in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Photo Courtsey of Bonham'sFlown aboard the Lunar Module Eagle and annotated by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, the Apollo 11 LM Timeline Book is considered the most important manual to achieving the moon landing in 1969. With 44 pages, including diagrams, the book will be available at Christie's July 18 sale in New York, Celebrating Space Exploration 50 Years After Apollo 11.
Photo Courtsey of Christie'sShortly after their moon landing in 1969, Neil Armstrong snapped a color photograph of Buzz Aldrin at Tranquility Base. Signed and inscribed by Aldrin, that photograph will be available at Christie's July 18 sale in New York, Celebrating Space Exploration 50 Years After Apollo 11.
Photo Courtsey of Christie'sEdgar Degas (1834-1917) was a French painter, sculptor, and portrait artist best known for his depictions of female dancers, which comprise the subject of more than half of all his works. Degas was considered a master at capturing human movement. In this pastel and charcoal sketch, three dancers appear to be mid-practice. Degas' signature appears in the lower left, and this piece will be available at the Monte Carlo Auction House July 17.
Photo Courtsey of Monte Carlo Auction HousePierre Sterle was a renowned jeweler in Paris whose craftsmanship were sought by the largest jewelry houses, including Chaumet, for which he designed a series of brooches. The "Alexandre" brooch was previously owned by the Begum Aga Khan. The figure has a carved obsidian face and features 18 karat gold chain mail, diamond baguettes, three lines of rubies, and white mother of pearl. Available at the Monte Carlo Auction House July 17.
Photo Courtsey of Monte Carlo Auction HouseEmile Gruppe (1896-1978) spent his childhood in the Netherlands but moved back to the United States with his family prior to World War I. He primarily painted impressionist landscapes and portraits, and was largely influenced by French artists such as Monet. This oil on canvas board painting depicts fishermen bringing in the day's catch, and will be available at Helmuth Stone Gallery's fine art and antiques auction July 28 in Sarasota, Florida.
Photo Courtsey of Helmuth Stone GalleryWillem Kalf (1619-1693) was a Dutch painter who specialized in still lifes and influenced many other artists. This still life was painted by a follower of Kalf in the late 17th century and was previously exhibited at the Appleton Museum. Featuring fruit, lobster, porcelain, silver tazza, and goblets, the painting recently sold for $7,200 from the Helmuth Stone Gallery, which will hold a fine art and antiques sale July 28 in Sarasota, Florida.
Photo Courtsey of Helmuth Stone GalleryPainted James Peale, Sr., this miniature portrait of Samuel Johnston was completed while he was serving as a U.S. Senator. The casework is made from a 14 karat plain bezel frame with cobalt glass and is presented with a red leather case. This item has continuously been in the Johnston/Iredell family and will be available at the Brunk Auctions Premier Auction July 20 in Asheville, North Carolina.
Photo Courtsey of Brunk AuctionsNicolai Ivanovitch Fetchin moved from Russia to the United States in 1921. Already well known for his paintings, he continued to produce impressionist portraits and wooden sculptures. This oil on canvas landscape originates from a private collection in Delaware and will be available at the Brunk Auctions Premier Auction July 20 in Asheville, North Carolina.
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