Property from Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein

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Clars proudly presents the distinguished sale of Property from the Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein on December 18th beginning at 1 PM PST, offering a significant opportunity to acquire items from the personal collection that graced her iconic San Francisco residence.

The property from the Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein, drawn from her distinguished residences in San Francisco and Seadrift, reflects the senator’s refined taste and graceful aesthetic. The collection includes richly upholstered leather and down furnishings, fine Chinese and Tibetan carpets, English and Continental antiques, Tibetan pieces, and elegant items with Chinoiserie influences.


Close-up of American politician San Francisco Board of Supervisors member (and future US Senator) Dianne Feinstein as she attends a Candidates’ Day event at the Douglas School, San Francisco, California, September 1979. (Photo by Janet Fries/Getty Images)
Close-up of American politician San Francisco Board of Supervisors member (and future US Senator) Dianne Feinstein as she attends a Candidates’ Day event at the Douglas School, San Francisco, California, September 1979. (Photo by Janet Fries/Getty Images)

Senator Feinstein’s distinguished career as the longest-serving female U.S. Senator, coupled with her groundbreaking roles as San Francisco’s first female mayor and chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, solidified her legacy as a pragmatic leader.


A German carved chest in the Renaissance taste. Estimate: $800–$1,200
A German carved chest in the Renaissance taste.
Estimate: $800–$1,200
A lacquer and partial gilt two door cabinet in the Asian taste. Estimate: $600–$800
A lacquer and partial gilt two door cabinet in the Asian taste.
Estimate: $600–$800

Also featured is a sophisticated selection of barware, stemware, and serveware, alongside fine art encompassing landscapes, still lifes, and architectural views of San Francisco. Together, these objects speak to Senator Feinstein’s deep and enduring connection to the city she represented with such distinction for decades.


An Italian Chinoiserie decorated display cabinet. Estimate: $500–$700
An Italian Chinoiserie decorated display cabinet.
Estimate: $500–$700
(lot of 5) Betty Guy (American, 1920–2016), Views of San Francisco, each watercolor and ink. Estimate: $500–$700
(lot of 5) Betty Guy (American, 1920–2016), Views of San Francisco, each watercolor and ink.
Estimate: $500–$700
A Maitland Smith bronze mounted drum table in the Regency style. Estimate: $400–$600
A Maitland Smith bronze mounted drum table in the Regency style.
Estimate: $400–$600
A group of three Tiffany sterling table articles. Estimate: $400–$600
A group of three Tiffany sterling table articles.
Estimate: $400–$600
A Chinese enamel and silver gilt celestial chariot. Estimate: $400–$600
A Chinese enamel and silver gilt celestial chariot.
Estimate: $400–$600
An Emilia Castillo silverplate Blackbird pitcher. Estimate: $300–$500
An Emilia Castillo silverplate Blackbird pitcher.
Estimate: $300–$500
Jamae Agnoli (American, 20th century), <em>Oh! Stinson</em>, 1986, oil on canvas, 30″ x 24″. <br><b>Estimate: $300–$500</b>
Jamae Agnoli (American, 20th century), Oh! Stinson, 1986, oil on canvas, 30″ x 24″.
Estimate: $300–$500
A Tibetan carpet.<br><b>Estimate: $300–$500</b>
A Tibetan carpet.
Estimate: $300–$500
A Vista Alegre for Mottahedeh covered tureen and stand. <br><b>Estimate: $200–$400</b>
A Vista Alegre for Mottahedeh covered tureen and stand.
Estimate: $200–$400
Senator Dianne Feinstein’ residence in San Francisco.
Senator Dianne Feinstein’ residence in San Francisco.
View of San Francisco from Senator Feinstein’ residence.
View of San Francisco from Senator Feinstein’ residence.

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