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    SOTHEBY’S AUTUMN HONG KONG SERIES MARKS 40 YEARS IN ASIA

    Monday, August 12th, 2013

    A series of sales at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from October 4-8 will mark Sotheby’s 40th anniversary in Asia.  The autumn sale series will be anchored by the 40th anniversary evening sale which will combine 20th century Chinese Art, Contemporary Asian Art and Modern and Contemporary Southeast Asian art.  This sale will have the highest total estimate of any comparable sale in Asia.  The sale series will include  Fine Chinese Ceramics and works of art, Fine Chinese paintings, early Ink Masters, 20th century Chinese art,  Contemporary Asian art, Modern and Contemporary Southeast Asian paintings, jewellery, watches and wines.

    Selected highlights will be showcased in Jakarta (August 30-31), Shanghai (September 4-5), Beijing (September 7-8), Singapore (September 13-14), Bangkok (September 16-17), Taipei (September 21-22) and Kaohsiung (September 24-25). Here is a small selection from what is on offer, with all estimates in US dollars.  (Click on any image to enlarge it).

    Huang Binhong (1864-1955) Recluse in a secluded valley, hanging scroll (256,00-385,000).

    Huang Binhong (1864-1955) Recluse in a secluded valley, hanging scroll ($256,00-385,000). UPDATE: THIS MADE $314,662 US

    Rudi Mantofani (b1973) Bayangan Merah (Red Shadow), 2009 ($48,000-61,000).

    Rudi Mantofani (b1973) Bayangan Merah (Red Shadow), 2009 ($48,000-61,000).  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR $496,487 US

    I Nyoman Masriadi (b 1973), Aerobik 2000 ($154,000-232,000).

    I Nyoman Masriadi (b 1973), Aerobik 2000 ($154,000-232,000).  UPDATE: THIS MADE $454,010 US

    13.19 emerald cut light pink diamond and diamond ring, Cartier (600,000-800,000)

    13.19 carat emerald cut light pink diamond and diamond ring, Cartier ($600,000-800,000)  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR $1,475,382

    Set of two Jadeite bead necklaces from the Republican period (2.8-3.8 million)

    Set of two Jadeite bead necklaces from the Republican period ($2.8-3.8 million)  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR $5,504,013 US

    8.03 carat pigeon's blood Burmese Ruby ($3.5-3.8 million).

    8.03 carat pigeon’s blood Burmese Ruby ($3.5-3.8 million).  UPDATE: THIS MADE $3,317,949

    Zeng Fanzhi (b1964) Mask Series No. 14, 1994 ($1.2-1.5 million).

    Zeng Fanzhi (b1964) Mask Series No. 14, 1994 ($1.2-1.5 million).  UPDATE: THIS MADE $2,326,799 US

    Luo Zhongli (b 1948) Children's Games. 1992, oil on canvas ($769,000-1 million)

    Luo Zhongli (b 1948) Children’s Games. 1992, oil on canvas ($769,000-1 million)  UPDATE: THIS MADE $933,815 US

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    LOWRY’S STEPS AT BONHAMS

    Friday, August 9th, 2013
    Laurence Stephen Lowry R.A. (British, 1887-1976), ‘Steps at Wick".

    Laurence Stephen Lowry R.A. (British, 1887-1976), ‘Steps at Wick”.  UPDATE: SOLD FOR £890,500.

    “Steps at Wick” by L.S. Lowry is expected to make £500,000-800,000 at Bonhams sale of Modern British and Irish art in London next November 20.  The artist used to holiday in Scotland in the 1930’s and this work is signed and dated 1937. Wick is a fishing town in Caithness.  Known locally at The Black Steps the vantage point from where Lowry painted the work is commemorated with an engraved plaque on the site.

    Penny Day, of the Modern British and Irish Art Department at Bonhams, comments: “We are privileged and delighted to be offering such an important, striking Lowry which has not been available for over 20 years.  With the market for the artist stronger than ever and alongside the interest in the current Tate exhibition, we expect collectors will seize the opportunity to acquire this early tour de force”. (Click on image to enlarge it).
    UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR £890,500

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    BUSTS OF PALLADIO AND INIGO JONES AT CHRISTIE’S SALE IN SEPTEMBER

    Sunday, August 4th, 2013
    Andrea Palladio - one of a pair of life-size busts after Michael Rysbrack, probably cast by John Cheere, circa 1740 - courtesy Christie's Images Ltd., 2013.

    Andrea Palladio – one of a pair of life-size busts after Michael Rysbrack, probably cast by John Cheere, circa 1740 – courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2013.

    Inigo Jones - one of a pair of life-size busts after Michael Rysbrack, probably cast by John Cheere, circa 1740. Courtesy Christie's Images Ltd., 2013.

    Inigo Jones – one of a pair of life-size busts after Michael Rysbrack, probably cast by John Cheere, circa 1740. Courtesy Christie’s Images Ltd., 2013.

    A pair of magnificent lifesize lead busts of Andrea Palladio and Inigo Jones will lead Christie’s sale of the collection of Professor Sir Albert Richardson PRA (1880-1964)  in London on September 18 and 19. The collection of the celebrated architect and President of the Royal Academy (1954-1956) comprises around 650 lots.  It includes Old Master and British paintings, watercolours, architectural drawings, English and European furniture, sculpture and objects, garden statuary, books, clocks, musical instruments and Georgian costume.  The busts of Palladio – the most recognised of all classical architects – and Jones – the first classical architect in Britain – are estimated at £400,000-600,000. The collection is expected to make around £4 million. (Click on either image to enlarge it).

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    DOLAN’S CONNEMARA AUCTION ON BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY

    Thursday, August 1st, 2013

    Landscapes, seascapes, still lives, toys, memorabilia, posters, antique furniture and garden statuary will all feature at Dolan’s Connemara Art and Antiques Auction at The Quay, Clifden, Co. Galway on August 5, Bank Holiday Monday.  The catalogue for this summer sale in the west of Ireland is online.  Here is a small selection from 383 lots in total. (Click on any image to enlarge it(.

    Mildred Anne Butler (1858-1941) End of the Day (17,500-22,500).

    Mildred Anne Butler (1858-1941) End of the Day (17,500-22,500).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 15,000

    A collection of Tri-ang '00' Gauge Trains and accessories (100-150)

    A collection of Tri-ang ’00’ Gauge Trains and accessories (100-150) UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 210

    Evie Hone (1894-1955) - Design for stained glass window, Kilmilkin Church, Maam, Connemara 1950 (1,200-1,500).

    Evie Hone (1894-1955) – Design for stained glass window, Kilmilkin Church, Maam, Connemara 1950 (1,200-1,500). UPDATE: THIS MADE 1,600

    Cecil Maguire (born 1930) -Clifden Pony Show, 1962 (6,000-8,000).

    Cecil Maguire (born 1930) -Clifden Pony Show, 1962 (6,000-8,000).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 6,500

    An original Cunard poster estimated at 600-800.

    An original Cunard poster estimated at 600-800.  UPDATE: THIS WAS UNSOLD

    Kenneth Webb (born 1927) - The Claddagh, Galway (1,500-1,800).

    Kenneth Webb (born 1927) – The Claddagh, Galway (1,500-1,800).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 5,000

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    A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING AT TWO DAYS OF AUCTIONS MEALY’S

    Sunday, July 28th, 2013
    There is a little bit of everything at two days of auctions at Mealy’s Summer Decorative Art and Design sale in Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny on July 30 and 31. Around 95% of 1,200 lots will be offered without reserve.  The theme – Summer Thrift – reflects the fact that this is the biggest clearance sale for decades at Mealys
    The highly diverse selection on offer includes 500 lots of furniture and around 200 paintings.  There is as well some Oriental art, ceramics, garden furniture, statuary, clocks, carpets, books and various collectibles.  Estimates begin at 10 euros and rise to 2,000. The catalogue is online. Here is a small selection.  UPDATE: A total of 80 per cent of lots sold and the auction realised 175,000 which was significantly ahead of expectations.

    Terry Willers (1935-2011)I'm bored, watercolour and ink (120-150).

    Terry Willers (1935-2011)I’m bored, watercolour and ink (120-150).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 40

    A gilt and gesso overmantle mirror (500-800)

    A gilt and gesso overmantle mirror (500-800)  UPDATE: THIS MADE 550

    A late 18th century dresser base (800-1,200)

    A late 18th century dresser base (800-1,200)  UPDATE: THIS MADE 550

    A set of three brass and ebonised bar pumps (80-150)

    A set of three brass and ebonised bar pumps (80-150)  UPDATE: THIS LOT MADE 200

    A nickel plated car mascot stamped Riley Ski Lady (150-250).

    A nickel plated car mascot stamped Riley Ski Lady (150-250).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 320

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    AUCTION AT ROCKFIELD HOUSE CO. MEATH THIS SUNDAY

    Thursday, July 25th, 2013

    Rockfield House, situated one mile from Kells on the Athboy Road in Co. Meath, is the venue for an on the premises house auction on  Sunday July 28.  Matthews Auctioneers will offer more than 750 lots, including furniture, art, jewellery, silver, garden statuary, porcelain, rugs and collectibles.  The catalogue is online.

    Some more of the contents to be auctioned.

    Some more of the contents to be auctioned.

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    MORE THAN 600 LOTS AT CORK AUCTION ROOMS ON SUNDAY

    Thursday, July 25th, 2013

    More than 600 lots will come under the hammer at a sale at Cork Auction Rooms on Sunday, July 28 at noon.  Highlights include a French marble topped commode and a ship builders model in a cabinet.  The scale brass model of the dredger Dr. Rob Muenke Berlin N.W. measures 144 cms long.

    This ship builders scale brass model of a dredger is estimated at 1,400-1,600 at Cork Auction Rooms.

    This ship builders scale brass model of a dredger is estimated at 1,400-1,600 at Cork Auction Rooms.  UPDATE: THIS WAS UNSOLD

    This commode with marble top is estimated at 1,200-1,500 at Cork Auction Rooms.

    This commode with marble top is estimated at 1,200-1,500 at Cork Auction Rooms.  UPDATE: THIS WAS UNSOLD

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    ONLINE IRISH ART AUCTION BY MORGAN O’DRISCOLL

    Monday, July 22nd, 2013

    An online summer Irish art auction with 180 lots is currently underway at Morgan O’Driscoll Auctioneers. Estimates range from 100 to 5,000 euro. Bidding continues until July 29 at 6.30 p.m.  The catalogue is online. Here is a small selection. (Click on any image to enlarge it).

    Martin Gale (20th/21st Century) Hill Farm (800-1,200)

    Martin Gale (20th/21st Century)
    Hill Farm (800-1,200)  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 600

    Daniel O'Neill (1920-1974) Moonlight (1,500-2,500)

    Daniel O’Neill (1920-1974)
    Moonlight (1,500-2,500)  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 1,300

    Liam O'Neill (b.1954) Milking Time (2,000-3,000)

    Liam O’Neill (b.1954)
    Milking Time (2,000-3,000)  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 1,800

    Tony O'Malley HRHA (1913-2003) Mount Leinster, Harvest 1951 (600-900)

    Tony O’Malley HRHA (1913-2003)
    Mount Leinster, Harvest 1951 (600-900)  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 700

    Colin Middleton RUA RHA (1910-1983) Canel Scene (800-1,200)

    Colin Middleton RUA RHA (1910-1983)
    Canel Scene (800-1,200) UPDATE: SOLD FOR 950

    Edith Somerville 'CE' (1858-1949)- Two Trees and Shanacourt, Castletownsend (1,750-2,500)

    Edith Somerville ‘CE’ (1858-1949)- Two Trees and Shanacourt, Castletownsend (1,750-2,500)  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 1,100

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    AN AUCTION OF ALL THINGS IRISH

    Friday, July 19th, 2013
    A moving series of three letters and a telegram from Lady Hazel Lavery to Gen Eoin O'Duffy expressing her grief after the assassination of Irish Minister Kevin O'Higgins, with whom she was having an affair. (1,000-1,500).

    A moving series of three letters and a telegram from Lady Hazel Lavery to Gen Eoin O’Duffy expressing her grief after the assassination in 1927 of Irish Minister Kevin O’Higgins, with whom she was having an affair. (1,000-1,500).  UPDATE: SOLD FOR 5,000

    An illuminated address to Assheton Biddulph from the King's County Hunt in 1897 (3,000-4,000).

    An illuminated address to Assheton Biddulph from the King’s County Hunt in 1897 (3,000-4,000).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 4,500

    Historical, sporting, revolutionary and highly personal memorabilia are included in A Gathering of all Things Irish,the sale by Fonsie Mealy Auctioneers at Clyde Court Hotel, Dublin on July 23.   There are 966 lots.  Here is a small selection.  The catalogue is online.  (Click on any image to enlarge it).  UPDATE: THE AUCTION REALISED MORE THAN 265,000 WITH MORE THAN 80% OF LOTS SOLD.

    A signed copy of Seamus Heaney's first books of poems (1,600-2,200).

    A signed copy of Seamus Heaney’s first books of poems (1,600-2,200).  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 2,700

    A photograph and other items relating to the Howth Gun Running of 1914 (1,600-2,200).

    A photograph and other items relating to the Howth Gun Running of 1914 (1,600-2,200).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 950

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    HEGARTY’S EVENING AUCTION IN KINSALE ON JULY 21

    Wednesday, July 17th, 2013

    AN antique Irish side table is a highlight at Hegarty’s evening auction at Acton’s Hotel, Kinsale, Co. Cork on July 21.  The sale of more than 350 lots features Irish 18th and 19th century furniture including a c1820 Cork secretaire bookcase (5,000-10,000),  an early 19th century Irish console table (4,000-8,000) and an Irish Georgian giltwood mirror (3,000-6,000).  The sale will include a previously unseen sketch by Walter Osborne, 18th and 19th century Irish silver, an antique Russian silver tazza, a pair of Famille Rose vases, a collection of Meissen, a Meiji Preiod ivory okimono and a 19th century Chinese hardstone plaque. There are 19th century landscape oil paintings, jewellery and occasional furniture. (Click on any image to enlarge it).

    An Irish 19th century three tier consol table with marble top (1,200-1,800).

    An Irish 19th century three tier consol table with marble top (1,200-1,800).  UPDATE: THIS MADE 1,400

    A 19th century bronze urn of classical design (400-800).

    A 19th century bronze urn of classical design (400-800). UPDATE: THIS MADE 850

    A 19th century French giltwood fauteuil (800-1,200).

    One of a pair of 19th century French giltwood fauteuil (800-1,200).  UPDATE: THEY SOLD FOR 1,200

    An Irish mahogany side or serving table (10,000-20,000).

    An Irish mahogany side or serving table (10,000-20,000).  UPDATE: UNSOLD BUT UNDER ACTIVE NEGOTIATION.

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