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    THE MOST LUXURIOUS ATLAS IN THE HISTORY OF PRINTED MAPS

    Monday, November 2nd, 2015
    The Atlas Major.

    The Atlas Major.

    The first complete edition of the most luxurious atlas in the history of printed maps – Joannes Blaeu’s Atlas Major – comes up at Sotheby’s in London on November 17.  Estimated at £240,000-320,000 it was the largest and most expensive book when published in the 17th century.  Published in 1662 the Atlas Major remains the most magnificent work of its kind ever produced. Sotheby’s describe it as one of the true masterpieces of the Dutch Golden Age.

    The Atlas Major covers the entirety of known world in the 17th Century, with particular emphasis on Europe, but with separate volumes dedicated to America and China. At the time of production, the atlas’s cartography, geographical scope and craftsmanship were unprecedented. Comprising 11 large folio volumes, containing 594 engraved maps, plans, and views, all finely coloured by hand in exquisite detail, and nearly 3,000 pages of text, this massive atlas took a team of printers and binders craftsmen many months to produce. Only 300 sets are believed to have been made. Johannes Blaeu succeeded his father Willem as head cartographer at the Dutch East India Company. It will lead an auction of Travel Atlases, Maps and Natural History.

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    THE BERNHEIMER COLLECTION AT SOTHEBY’S

    Friday, October 30th, 2015

    A two day sale of The Bernheimer Collection will be held at Sotheby’s in London on November 24 and 25. The 539 lots to be offered comprise both treasures from the Bernheimer personal collection and stock from the family business, including objects from Bernheimer Palais, a six-storey high palace on Munich’s Lenbachplatz built by the family’s patriarch Lehmann Bernheimer in 1889. Spanning various collecting categories, including furniture, painting, sculpture, porcelain, and wine, these artworks have been housed mainly in Burg Marquartstein, an 11th-century castle in Bavaria that Konrad Bernheimer especially bought in 1987. As he is about to hand over to the next generation, the celebrated Old Master dealer Konrad Berheimer has decided to sell Burg Marquartstein and part with the collection.

    In a separate development Bernheimer, who is chairman of the 255 year old Colnaghi firm in London, has just announced a merger with London and Madrid based fine art dealers Coll & Cortés.  Colnaghi will offer European Old Master paintings, sculptures and drawings, as well as art from the Spanish-speaking world. A century after the firm moved from Pall Mall to Mayfair, Colnaghi will return to St. James’s in 2016, moving from Old Bond Street to a larger, custom-built gallery where they will present international Old Master paintings, sculptures and drawings in a fresh context suited to the 21st century.

    The Bernheimer business started with a tiny market stall in Munich in the mid-19th century and swiftly grew into the most illustrious antique and interior decoration emporium in the world. Following their deportation to Dachau and the expropriation of the business by the Nazis, part of the family emigrated to Venezuela. They returned after the war to reinvent the business which soon became famous as the “Bloomingdales for Antiques”. The family tradition continues today.

    Mario Tavella, Deputy Chairman, Sotheby’s Europe and Head of House Sales and Single Owner Collections, said: “This collection reflects the erudite quest of four generations of art dealers for discovering the best art. It is a huge honour to have been entrusted with this sale”.  

    Jan Breughel the Elder - Panoramic Landscape with travelers.

    Jan Breughel the Elder – Panoramic Landscape with travelers.

    Here is a selection from the sale:

    Claude Joseph Vernet Moonlit Seascape

    Claude Joseph Vernet Moonlit Seascape

    Jan Breughel the Younger, Still Life of flowers

    Jan Breughel the Younger, Still Life of flowers

    Lot 41 - Torchere Lumineuse

    Lot 41 – Torchere Lumineuse

    The Bernheimer Palace, c 1900.

    The Bernheimer Palace, c 1900.

    Lot 13 is a walnut armchair.

    Lot 13 is a walnut armchair.

     

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    RARE IRISH SILVER GORGET AT BONHAMS ARMS SALE

    Wednesday, October 28th, 2015
    A VERY RARE IRISH SILVER GORGET OF AN OFFICER IN THE NATIONAL ARMY OF IRELAND MAKER'S MARK OF MATTHEW WEST, CIRCA 1780 (£1,200-1,500).

    A VERY RARE IRISH SILVER GORGET OF AN OFFICER IN THE NATIONAL ARMY OF IRELAND
    MAKER’S MARK OF MATTHEW WEST, CIRCA 1780 (£1,200-1,500).

    A rare Irish silver gorget that once belonged to an officer of The National Army Of Ireland is to be sold at Bonhams Antique Arms and Armour Department in Knightsbridge, London on November 25. The gorget – an item of clothing that covers the throat – bears the makers mark of Matthew West, Circa 1780 and bears an engraved figure of the Maid of Erin holding a cornucopia and a spear supporting a Phrygian cap.  This is within an oval border inscribed ‘Loughbrickland Volunteers’ against martial arms.

    The Loughbrickland Volunteers was one of four named units raised in Loughbrickland, County Down, during the late 18th century under the overall command of the Earl of Charlemont. Forces of this type were raised throughout Ireland at the time in response to the increased threat of French and Spanish invasion whilst British soldiers were being withdrawn from Ireland to fight in the American Revolutionary War. The Volunteers were independent of the Irish Parliament and Dublin Castle, yet their existence was justified by claims that Ireland was particularly vulnerable to attack.  The Volunteers were known for their liberal political views, with many opposing English governmental interference in Ireland. Under Henry Grattan, they formed a pressure group which succeeded in gaining legislative independence in 1782. The movement incorporated Anglican Protestants, Presbyterians and Catholics, and its members exerted considerable pressure on the British government to ease the Penal Laws on Catholics. The Volunteers became less influential following the end of the war in America in 1783.

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    A SERIES OF DESIGN SALES AT CHRISTIE’S

    Tuesday, October 27th, 2015
    Design at Christie's.

    Design at Christie’s.

    There will be a series of seven design auctions by Christies in London, Paris and New York from November 3 to December 18. Lots of exceptional quality and rarity will come up at sales in London, Paris and New York. The auctions kick off in London on November 3. The Design department will present a varied selection of luxury designer furniture from Italy, France, Scandinavia and cutting-edge contemporary African design, as well as key pieces of design from the private collection of renowned Milanese dealer Giuliana Medda.

    Further highlights feature lighting, sculpture, ceramics, glass and metalwork by designers over a wider period spanning the last 120 years. Design sales will take place in Paris on  November23 and in New York on December 17. 

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    AN IRISH GEORGE III CHIMNEY MAKES 17,100 AT SHEPPARDS

    Friday, October 23rd, 2015

    AN Irish George III Cork chimney piece sold for 17,100 over a top estimate of 12,000 at Sheppards in Durrow this week.  The Adam chimney piece with marble inlay was part of the Castles, Manors and Mansions three day sale this week.

    A detail of the marble inlay.

    A detail of the marble inlay.

    This Irish George III chimney piece made 17,100 at Sheppards.

    This Irish George III chimney piece made 17,100 at Sheppards.

     

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    STRONG SELECTION AT HEGARTY’S IN BANDON

    Friday, October 23rd, 2015

    A pair of cast iron cannons and an 18th century Irish long case clock are among the strong selection at Hegarty’s evening auction in Bandon on October 27.  The auction features an Irish 18th century pier mirror once owned by Mariga Guinness, a 19th century Irish library centre table (2,500-3,500) and an Irish Regency mahogany card table (2,000-3,000).  Estimates for six Persian wool rugs vary from 800 to 5,000 and a 1689 William and Mary half crown has an estimate of 300-400.  The catalogue is online. Here is a small selection:

    18th century Irish giltwood pier mirror with original plate previously owned by Marika Guinness of 50 Mountjoy Square Dublin

    18th century Irish giltwood pier mirror with original plate previously owned by Marika Guinness of 50 Mountjoy Square Dublin

    An Irish 19th century gilt wood over mantle mirror (2,500-3,500).

    An Irish 19th century gilt wood over mantle mirror (2,500-3,500).

    An Irish Georgian chest on chest (1,400-1,800).

    An Irish Georgian chest on chest (1,400-1,800).

    An Irish George III long case clock (2,500-3,500).

    An Irish George III long case clock (2,500-3,500).

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    DIVERSE RANGE AT MEALY’S AUTUMN SALES IN CASTLECOMER

    Monday, October 19th, 2015

    At Mealy’s autumn auction in Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny on October 20 and 21 punters can take their chance on items as diverse as a c1795 Irish flintlock man stopper pistol, a c1710 Queen Anne walnut bureau, an Irish cottage interior by Edward Fitzpatrick or a Cheval Blanc 1970 St. Emilion grand cru classe.  This sale includes a private Irish collection of wine, vintage port, champagne and whisky.

    (See post on antiquesandartireland.com for October 16, 2115)

    An Irish flintlock man stopper pistol, by McDermott Dublin, c1795 (500-700)

    An Irish flintlock man stopper pistol, by McDermott Dublin, c1795 (500-700)  UPDATE: THIS MADE 760 AT HAMMER.

    A c 1710 Queen Anne walnut bureau cabinet (9,000-14,000)

    A c 1710 Queen Anne walnut bureau cabinet (9,000-14,000)  UPDATE: THIS IS STILL AVAILABLE AT A 9,000 RESERVE

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    AN AUCTION AT WOODWARDS IN CORK

    Monday, October 19th, 2015
    A pair of Imari jars at Woodwards (400-500).

    A pair of Imari jars at Woodwards (400-500).

    A collection of Japanese Imari porcelain, including a pair of ginger jars, a bowl and plaques will come up at Woodwards in Cork on October 21 at 6 pm.

    There is a selection of Waterford Crystal and a large Mason’s Ironstone dinner service is estimated at 500-800. Furniture includes a breakfront Regency sideboard (500-1,000), a Georgian walnut games table (500-800), an eight piece drawing room suite (800-1,200), a Georgian linen press (300-500) and a Victorian library table (400-500). The catalogue is online.

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    NEARLY 1,600 LOTS TO BE SOLD AT SHEPPARDS IN DURROW

    Saturday, October 17th, 2015
    Nearly 1,600 lots are to come under the hammer at three days of sales at Sheppards, Durrow, Co. Laois on October 20, 21 and 22.  There is furniture, paintings, a huge choice of collectible and decorative items with Asian art to be sold on October 22.  A pair of satinwood and painted commodes, decorative Sevres urns, an ormolu mounted Chinese Imari garniture and a c1720 herringbone inlaid walnut chest on chest are among the delights on offer.  The catalogue is online. Here is a small selection:

    One of a pair of George III Chinese Chippendale carved gilt wood console tables (15,000-25,000)

    One of a pair of George III Chinese Chippendale carved gilt wood console tables (15,000-25,000)

    A pair of 19th century satinwood and painted commodes (10,000-15,000)

    A pair of 19th century satinwood and painted commodes (10,000-15,000)

    Hugh Douglas Hamilton, 1740-1808 - Portrait of Henry Grattan (1,000-1,500)

    Hugh Douglas Hamilton, 1740-1808 – Portrait of Henry Grattan (1,000-1,500)

    Pair of nineteenth-century Japanese Imari vases (600-900)

    Pair of nineteenth-century Japanese Imari vases (600-900)

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    Nineteenth-century brass bound oyster bucket (500-800)

    Nineteenth-century brass bound oyster bucket (500-800)

    Set of ten nineteenth-century Chippendale chairs (8,000-12,000)

    Set of ten nineteenth-century Chippendale chairs (8,000-12,000)

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    A BIG SELECTION AT MEALY’S AUTUMN AUCTIONS

    Friday, October 16th, 2015

    There is a big selection of around 1,400 lots at Mealy’s two day autumn sale in Castlecomer on October 20-21. More than 80% of them are to be offered without reserve.   This sale includes a private Irish collection of wine, vintage port, champagne and whisky.  The catalogue is online.  Here is a small selection:

    ROSITA TAAFFE (1840), Grotta Azzura, Italy (400-600).

    ROSITA TAAFFE (1840), Grotta Azzura, Italy (400-600).  UPDATE: THI S MADE 425

    A HEAVY FLAT CARVED EARLY LIMESTONE WALL PANEl (600-800)

    A HEAVY FLAT CARVED EARLY LIMESTONE WALL PANEl (600-800)  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 3,500

    A GEORGE II PERIOD MAHOGANY CARD TABLE,(2,000-3,000)

    A GEORGE II PERIOD MAHOGANY CARD TABLE,(2,000-3,000)  UPDATE: THIS IS STILL AVAILABLE WITH A 2,000 RESERVE

    A SOLITAIRE RING, the large round brilliant cut diamond, mounted on six claws, weighing approx 5.00ct J-K colour P3 (10,000-15,000)

    A SOLITAIRE RING, the large round brilliant cut diamond, mounted on six claws, weighing approx 5.00ct J-K colour P3 (10,000-15,000)  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 9,500

    A 19TH CENTURY CHINESE BLANC DE CHINE PORCELAIN FIGURE OF A GUANYIN (400-600)

    A 19TH CENTURY CHINESE BLANC DE CHINE PORCELAIN FIGURE OF A GUANYIN (400-600)  UPDATE: THIS SOLD FOR 550

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