Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

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The Junior League of San Francisco, Inc. (JLSF) is an organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.


Junior League Annual Tea
Valuation Day setup – Annual Tea, The Junior League of San Francisco.

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea, a cherished annual tradition, which took place on Sunday, March 5th at the Top of the Mark at the Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel.


Junior League Annual Tea
Valuation session with Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Associate Specialist, Yao Jiang.

This event recognized and celebrated past Junior League Presidents as well as Sustainer Emeritus members with a fun Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme!


Junior League Annual Tea
Members lined up to meet with Yao and Campbell.

Clars Auction Gallery was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960’s relating to the Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme. The Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department team, Yao and Campbell, delighted the group with a little history from cultured pearls to retro jewelry. Clars is honored to have been a part of this event and is proud to support The Junior League of SF.


Junior League Annual Tea
Annual Tea, The Junior League of San Francisco.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

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2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

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2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

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Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

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2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

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2022 Asian Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Asian Art sales throughout the year.

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Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

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The City Club of San Francisco is a landmark social and business club designed by the San Francisco architectural firm, Miller & Pflueger, under the direction of Timothy Pflueger (1892–1946).

The 11-story building housed the offices of brokers who worked on the trading floor of the adjacent San Francisco Stock Exchange. Pflueger was one of the first California architects to incorporate Classic European Modernism into his work. He commissioned a number of renowned artists and craftsmen to work on the Stock Exchange Tower, which is considered the finest example of interior art deco style in the city.


City Club Event with Clars
Cocktails, Conversation and Valuations at The City Club of San Francisco.

More than a business and social club, The City Club is a community of diverse and talented people who value leadership and believe in San Francisco character, spirit, and traditions. The City Club inspires business connection and friendships, community service, an appreciation of the arts, and the sharing of cultural and culinary experiences.

Clars Auction Gallery partnered with The City Club members for an evening of Cocktails, Conversation and Valuations on February 22, 2023. Members of The City Club brought art and collectibles and chatted with Clars’ specialists. This evening gave members an opportunity to ask questions which helped them learn a bit of history on their items and their value in the current collecting market. In addition to the hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and extraordinary views of San Francisco, the event was a night to remember.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

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Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

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2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

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2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

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2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

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2022 Asian Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Asian Art sales throughout the year.

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Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Valuation Day | February 17th

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Clars is now seeking consignments for our upcoming Spring Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Auction. Schedule a private appointment with one of our Jewelry specialists and learn what your property is worth.

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond jewelry
A diamond and white gold brooch and a pair of diamond ear clips, Van Cleef & Arpels.
Sold: $71,875

Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Valuation Day
Friday, February 17th | 10AM–2PM

*This event is by appointment only.

The market for signed and antique jewelry, as well as precious colored gemstones and timepieces is very strong. Schedule your private and confidential appointment now to speak to one of our Specialists to determine your jewelry’s auction potential.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

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  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

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  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

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  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

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2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

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Silent Auction | The Junior League Holiday Ball

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Clars donated a “Starter Wine Collection” curated by Clars’ Director of Fine & Rare Wines, Andrew Bradbury, to the Junior League of San Francisco Holiday Ball Silent Auction on December 15, 2022.

The collection included Burgundy, Bordeaux, and Chablis from France and a Cabernet Blend from Sonoma, California. This donation contributed to the success of The Junior League’s fundraising goals helping to achieve 62% of their target. The proceeds from this fundraiser support The Junior League’s mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.

Starter Wine Collection – Notes From Andrew Bradbury

2019 Aurélien Verdet, Le Prieuré, Bourgogne, Hauts-Côtes de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Burgundy can lead to some of the most amazing experiences in the world of wine and you don’t have to spend hundreds, or even thousands of dollars, to gain a taste of this beautiful Pinot Noir. Loaded with ripe red berries, red floral aromatics, spice, and lively acidity, this underappreciated region up in the hills of Burgundy delivers the goods. Capable of aging for up to 10 years, I think this wine shows perfectly with 3–5 years of aging before pulling the cork! It’s always a favorite of top wine critics for over-delivering and offering value year in and out! 2019 Pride Mountain Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma-Napa Valley, California — a fantastic estate with numerous awards and “wines of the year” in their accolades — this blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, along with a little Merlot and Petit Verdot, always delivers a broadly structured and intense drinking experience that benefits with some cellaring. Loaded with dark cherries, plum, spice, and chocolate, it shines when paired with steak and other rich game. Can age effortlessly with 15–20 years but I think it shows best with 5–10 years of bottle aging to soften the tannins and meld the flavors into a great glass of Cabernet.

2018 Château de Pez, Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France
This is a great example of a top-notch Bordeaux Estate owned and operated by the famed Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande in Pauillac, Bordeaux. As a blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 49% Merlot, and touch of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, this classic wine is loaded with black currants, blueberries and black cherries with a Medium + to Full bodied structure. It is capable of 15–20 years of cellar aging, though I would recommend at least 5 years to soften its broad structure and tannin. A great rule in Bordeaux is to seek out other Châteaux that are owned by the top estates in the region like those from Château Cos d’Estournel (Pagodes de Cos), Château Palmer (Alter Ego) and Château Léoville Las-Cases (Clos du Marquis), which deliver excellent value and are cellar worthy.

2019, Domaine Jean-Claude Martin, Montmains, Premier Cru, Chablis, France
Chablis can offer some of the most age-worthy of all of the Chardonnays produced in Burgundy. The combination of its unique climate and complex soils (limestone and fossilized shells from ancient sea beds) showcase its textbook lemon-lime “racy” citrus acidity and minerality that seem to go on and on. Montmains is one of the most famous Premier Crus (designated vineyards) in the appellation, and it is not uncommon to see top bottles aging gracefully for decades in the cellar. This wine will benefit with time in the cellar (3–5 years) to soften and round off some of that intense grip that a young Chablis can showcase, but also still be enjoyed 10–15 years from now. Again, great Burgundy doesn’t have to be overly expensive or impossible to track down. Also, check out some of the other Chardonnays from the Macon region to the South of Burgundy — another region that over-delivers top wines with value.

22013 Peter Michael Winery “Les Pavots”, Cabernet blend, Knights Valley, Sonoma
A true cult wine producer — earned from a combination of factors, including high consumer demand, small production, and overwhelmingly broad and glowing critical praise, have placed Peter Michael Winery amongst the best producers in California. Les Pavots is a single vineyard bottling comprised of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Cabernet Franc, with a dash of Merlot and Petite Verdot and built to last. Famed wine critic, Robert Parker, awarded this wine 98+ points and said it could easily age 40–50 years! Loaded with black and red fruits, aromas of dried flowers, and bark and a rich vanilla and chocolate-like finish, this is a truly special wine. I would recommend keeping it in the cellar for at least another 5+ years before even thinking of pulling the cork! A truly remarkable red.

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Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

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Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

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Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Valuation Day | February 17th

Clars will be hosting a Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Valuation Day on February 17th, 10AM–2PM. This event is by appointment only.

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St. Francis Yacht Club + Clars

On November 30th, the St. Francis Yacht Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Clars & Valuations.

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SJICA Benefit Art Auction

Clars Auction Gallery is proud to partner with the ICA of San José in their 2022 Annual Benefit Art Auction, IN THEIR OWN WORDS. Join us November 5th, 5PM.

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Valuation Day | PBS KVIE

Clars Auction Gallery is excited to partner with PBS KVIE for this Valuation Day. Join us October 29th!

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St. Francis Yacht Club + Clars

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The St. Francis Yacht Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Clars & Valuations.

On November 30th, Clars specialists were on hand to offer on the spot valuations on antiques and collectibles. Rick Unruh, CEO and President, gave an informative talk on The Current Global Art Market, Andy Warhol, & the Do’s and Don’ts of Investing in Art.


Valuation Session
Valuation session with Harry Huang, Associate Director of Asian Art.
Senior Art Specialists
Senior Art Specialists, Alex Malvino and Erin Cabral.
Valuation Session
Valuation session with the Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department.
Rick presenting
Rick Unruh, CEO and President, presenting on the costly mistakes collectors make.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

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2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

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SJICA Benefit Art Auction

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Clars is proud to be sponsors of this upcoming Benefit Art Auction. Deric Torres, Senior Vice President of Clars, will be lending his auctioneering skills to keep the bidding competitive.

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ICA San José – Saturday, November 5th
Doors Open: 4PM | Auction Begins: 5PM

The highly anticipated 2022 Annual Benefit Art Auction at the Institute of Contemporary Art San José offers unique opportunities for art enthusiasts and collectors to view and acquire contemporary artwork by rising stars and celebrated artists whose work reflects vibrant, eclectic styles and interests. Live auction guests can actively bid on a wide range of work including paintings, photography, works on paper, sculpture, wearables, and various mixed-media pieces by nearly 70 artists. All proceeds fund the ICA’s innovative exhibitions and educational programming, making sure that admission is always free for all, and expanding the ICA’s reach and impact.

Artists include: Kathy Aoki, Ray Beldner, Sarah Blaustein, Natalya Burd, Andrew Catanese, Kathryn Dunlevie, Ewa Gavrielov, Diane Andrews Hall, Pancho Jimenez, Kara Maria, Stephanie Metz, Christopher Martin, Humberto Ramirez, Byron Ryono, Beth Davila Waldman, Nathan Oliveira and more!


Standing Figure
Nathan Oliveira (American, 1928–2010), Standing Figure, c. 1960, watercolor on paper, set of 2, 37″ x 30″ framed.
Estimate: $32,000

Complimentary champagne, wine, cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served. Admission to the Live Auction — always a sellout event — is reserved for ticket holders.


The San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) is an energetic art space located in downtown San Jose dedicated to making contemporary art accessible and exciting to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Exhibitions are presented in three galleries that display the most current, relevant and often challenging art from the region, the nation and the world.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

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  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

  • Fine Art
  • Stories & News

Valuation Day | PBS KVIE

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PBS KVIE Event Flyer

Clars Auction Gallery is proud to partner with PBS KVIE for this Valuation Day. For more information, please visit: https://www.kvie.org/events/antique-valuation-day/ or call the PBS KVIE Events team at 916-641-3663.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

  • Fine Art
  • Stories & News

Fundraiser | San Francisco Historical Society

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SFHS

Clars Auction Gallery is proud to support this upcoming Fundraiser for the San Francisco Historical Society. All proceeds from this fundraiser will be directed to the preservation and upkeep of the San Francisco Historical Society. To learn more about this event, please visit: https://www.sfhistory.org/event/antique-appraisal-day-with-clars/.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

  • Fine Art
  • Stories & News

Valuation Day | Lamorinda Village Seniors

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LaMorinda Event Flyer

Clars Auction Gallery is proud to support the Lamorinda Village | Senior Living through this Fundraiser. To learn more about this event, please email: [email protected].

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

  • Fine Art
  • Stories & News

Hagerty House Panel Discussion

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Drive, lunch and learn

Hagerty House Friday – August 19th
Ride and Drive 9 – 11AM | Panel and Discussion 11:30AM – 12:30PM | Lunch 12:30 – 2:00PM

Our morning starts out with a ride and drive featuring a 1968 Camaro SS, 1954 BelAir, and 1969 Firebird. Don’t know how to drive stick? No problem! Two of the vehicles are automatic and lots of fun. While waiting for your turn, enjoy grab-n-go breakfast items along with coffee and tea. Later, we will settle in for a panel on The Costliest Mistakes A Collector Can Make. Collecting items of value requires preparation, strategy, and proper risk management. Join Hagerty for a conversation with Clars Gallery and Draneas Law on the six most important factors to consider when advising clients with high value collections. Our panel features Rick Unruh – CEO and President of Clars Gallery, John Draneas – Attorney at Draneas Law, collector car specialist, contributor to John’s Legal Files in Sports Car Market magazine, and Brian Rabold – VP Automotive Intelligence at Hagerty. We will complete the afternoon with a delicious lunch and plenty of time to catch up with old friends..


Hagerty Event
Pictured: Brian Rabold, Vice President of Automotive Intelligence: Hagerty; Rick Unruh, CEO and President: Clars Auction Gallery; John H. Draneas, Attorney: Draneas Law.

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International Women’s Day

Clars is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting the career of Greta Grossman, one of the leading female designers of the mid-20th Century.

  • Designer Spotlight
  • Stories & News

Annual Tea | The Junior League of San Francisco

The Junior League of SF held its Annual Tea on March 5th where Clars was invited to showcase and discuss pieces from the 1960's relating to the event’s Breakfast at Tiffany’s theme.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Design In Review

Clars had a strong 2022 Design auction season with bidders vying for the top lots.

  • Design
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces In Review

Clars’ Fine Jewelry & Timepieces department had a successful year, offering essential everyday luxury as well as fine and important jewelry and timepieces.

  • Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
  • Stories & News

Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations | City Club of San Francisco

On February 22nd, the The City Club invited Clars Auction Gallery to an evening of Cocktails, Conversation & Valuations.

  • Event
  • Stories & News

2022 Fine Art In Review

2022 saw wonderful auction results at Clars, with outstanding Fine Art sales doing 42% of total sales for the fiscal year.

  • Fine Art
  • Stories & News