Two classical sideboards at auction recently caught my attention. The first has massive carving on the back splat remotely comparable (in terms of the scale of the carved area) only to one in storage at the Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh. This sideboard is being offered at Dargate auctions in Pittsburgh December 5. The description … Continue reading Classical Sideboards at Auction
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George Hetzel On The Market
It would be interesting to see whether the rising status of Scalp Level, especially its leader George Hetzel can hold their values well in the current art market. On Feb 6-8, 2009, Dargate Auction is going to offer a small study of Forest Interior which exemplifies Hetzel's style and skill. According to the catalog, the … Continue reading George Hetzel On The Market
Upcoming Auctions
Dargate@ Pittsburgh, PA, http://www.dargate.com/There are not many high end pieces except one painting by Landseer, RA. Butfor collector specializing in West Pennsylvania art and antique,there are some interesting items.Barridoff @ Portland, ME, http://www.barridoff.com/Without doubt, Barridoff offers pieces with museum names if not museum quality. There are several Hudson River School works by Gifford and Bierstadt. … Continue reading Upcoming Auctions
Urban Art & Antiques 