April Auction Highlights

  • Auction
  • Highlights

Clars is excited to announce our upcoming Furniture, Art, Spring Jewelry & Fine Asian Auction on April 18th, with a special Warehouse Sale on April 19. This two-day event will showcase a stunning selection of rare and valuable items, with a special emphasis on Fine Asian Art.

Furniture & Decorative Arts

The Furniture & Decorative Arts portion of the April 18th auction will feature an impressive selection pieces. Highlights include an Alvar Aalto bentwood tea trolley, estimated at $2,500–$3,500, a pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan chairs, estimated at $1,200–$1,800, and an American oak and brass fire alarm gong, estimated at $2,500–$3,500.


An Alvar Aalto bentwood tea trolley. Estimate: $2,500–$3,500
An Alvar Aalto bentwood tea trolley.
Estimate: $2,500–$3,500
A pair of of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan chairs. Estimate: $1,200–$1,800
A pair of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan chairs.
Estimate: $1,200–$1,500
An American oak and brass fire alarm gong, Municipal Fire & Police Telegraph Co., MA. Estimate: $2,500–$3,500
An American oak and brass fire alarm gong, Municipal Fire & Police Telegraph Co., MA.
Estimate: $2,500–$3,500

Other standout pieces include a collection of Santa Clara blackware and Ursula Morley Price stoneware bowls, showcasing a blend of modern design and traditional craftsmanship from various cultures. These selections will appeal to collectors of both contemporary and classic design, making the auction an exciting opportunity for furniture and decorative art aficionados.


Ursula Morley Price stoneware bowls.<br><b>Estimate: $1,000–$1,500 (each)</b>
Ursula Morley Price stoneware bowls.
Estimate: $1,000–$1,500 (each)

Fine Jewelry & Watches

Clars is also thrilled to present its special Spring Fine Jewelry & Watches Auction on Friday, April 18th. As the largest quarterly sale for jewelry, this auction will feature an exquisite collection of high-end pieces, showcasing a diverse range of fine jewelry crafted from the world’s most sought-after gemstones and precious metals. Highlights include an antique diamond and silver-topped 14k gold brooch featuring extraordinary rose-cut diamonds, estimated at $10,000–$20,000, a Colombian emerald, seed pearl, diamond, and 18k gold necklace, estimated at $3,000–$5,000, and a striking color-changing alexandrite ring, estimated at $3,000–$6,000. The sale will also feature fine jade pieces, perfect for collectors with an appreciation for this timeless gemstone.


Clockwise (starting top left): A diamond and platinum ring. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000; A jade and 14k bangle. Estimate: $500–$700; A pair of ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond, sapphire and 18k white gold earrings. Estimate: $5,000–$7,000; An ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond and 14k gold ring. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000; An ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond and 18k white gold ring. Estimate: $5,000–$6,000; A natural alexandrite, diamond, and platinum ring. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000; An antique diamond and silver-topped 14k gold brooch. Estimate: $10,000–$20,000
Clockwise (starting top left): A diamond and platinum ring. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000; A jade and 14k bangle. Estimate: $500–$700; A pair of ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond, sapphire and 18k white gold earrings. Estimate: $5,000–$7,000; An ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond and 14k gold ring. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000; An ‘A’ jadeite jade, diamond and 18k white gold ring. Estimate: $5,000–$6,000; A natural alexandrite, diamond, and platinum ring. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000; An antique diamond and silver-topped 14k gold brooch. Estimate: $10,000–$20,000

Additionally, a selection of rare, limited-edition Rolex watches will be showcased, adding to the prestige of this highly anticipated event. Whether you seek a standout addition to your collection or a one-of-a-kind gift, this sale offers something for every jewelry and timepiece enthusiast.

Asian Art

The April 18th auction will feature a carefully curated collection of exceptional Fine Asian Art, making this segment the standout highlight of the event. Collectors will have the rare opportunity to acquire some of the finest works in Chinese and Asian art. Highlights include an 18th-century pair of Chinese Huanghuali Southern official hat chairs, estimated at $20,000–$40,000, exemplifying the refined craftsmanship of one of China’s most prized hardwoods.


A pair of Chinese Huanghuali Southern official hat chairs. Estimate: $20,000–$40,000
A pair of Chinese Huanghuali Southern official hat chairs.
Estimate: $20,000–$40,000

Also featured is an imperial 18th-century Qing dynasty yellow satin brocade robe, estimated at $30,000–$50,000. This custom-made garment was woven in gold and multi-colored threads for Tibetan nobility and is adorned with five-clawed dragons and cloud clusters, making it an extraordinary piece of Chinese textile art.


An Imperial yellow satin brocade robe, chuba. Estimate: $30,000–$50,000
An Imperial yellow satin brocade robe, chuba.
Estimate: $30,000–$50,000

Additionally, a Ming dynasty polychrome wood figure of Guanyin will be offered, reflecting the serene beauty of traditional Chinese artistry. For collectors of contemporary Asian art, works by renowned Chinese-American artist Chuang Che, including his abstract oil on canvas Untitled Abstract Landscape, estimated at $10,000–$15,000, will be available. These exceptional pieces, showcasing the depth and beauty of Asian art, will be a focal point for serious collectors.


A Chinese polychrome painted wood figure of Guanyin. Estimate: $10,000–$15,000
A Chinese polychrome painted wood figure of Guanyin.
Estimate: $10,000–$15,000
Chuang Che (Zhuang Zhe, b. 1934), Untitled Abstract Landscape, oil on canvas, 39.25″ x 49.5″. Estimate: $10,000–$15,000
Chuang Che (Zhuang Zhe, b. 1934), Untitled Abstract Landscape, oil on canvas, 39.25″ x 49.5″.
Estimate: $10,000–$15,000

The Warehouse Auction: April 19th

The Warehouse auction on April 19th will offer an eclectic range of items at accessible price points. This sale will include a variety of art, prints, photographs, modern and antique furniture, silver, porcelain, glass, fashion, and decorative objects. Notable items in the Asian Art section will include Japanese woodblock prints, ceramics, and folding screens—perfect for collectors seeking to add unique pieces to their collections. The jewelry segment will feature a selection of affordable diamond and silver necklaces, while modern and antique furniture will be available at more accessible price points. Additional items include collectible toys, books, indigenous arts, and more, making this a diverse and exciting opportunity for buyers.

Bidding for Clars’ April auctions is available by phone, absentee bid, live online at Live.Clars.com and through Liveauctioneers.com and Invaluable.com. Clars Auctions is located at 5644 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609.

Clars Auctions is based in Oakland (CA) and is the largest full-service auction gallery in the Western United States. Clars Auctions has been the chosen auction gallery of a number of institutions and distinguished private collectors across the country, including the Richard Mellon Scaife Estate, the Thomas J. Perkins Estate and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC).

In the last 5 years, Clars Auctions has sold well over $500,000,000 of Fine Art, Furnishings, Jewelry, Vehicles and Collectibles and has set multiple new world auction records. Follow Clars on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

Read More

Modern Design: Visionaries of the 20th Century

Clars will offer a strong lineup of Modern Design in our July 18th auction. Highlights include pieces by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, Robert Mallet-Stevens, and James Mont.

  • Design
  • Highlights

Mexican Fine Art Highlights

Clars is pleased to offer an assorted collection of paintings and prints by renowned Mexican artists at our July 18th auction.

  • Fine Art
  • Highlights

Fine Furniture: July Highlights

Clars will offer a strong lineup of fine traditional pieces and feature esteemed makers like William Moorcroft and Augustin Heyne in our July 18th Auction.

  • Furniture & Decorative Arts
  • Highlights

July Auction Highlights

This dynamic auction features modern and traditional furniture, notable fine art, exquisite jewelry, and important Asian works of art.

  • Auction
  • Highlights

Fine Art: July Highlights

This July 18th at Clars we are highlighting works by a variety of artists working in different periods, styles, and mediums.

  • Fine Art
  • Highlights

Fine Curiosities Auction: The Estate of Eddi Van Auken

The sale offers a rare glimpse into the creative spirit of a connoisseur whose eye for the unusual and the beautiful resulted in a truly one-of-a-kind collection.

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Highlights