October Jewelry, Furniture, Art & Fine Asian Highlights

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Highlights from our October 18th Auction include contemporary design pieces, a collection of Japanese and Western art from the esteemed Mitsui family, wristwatches from renowned manufacturers, and works from the private collection of architecture and design firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM).

Furniture & Decorative Arts

The gallery sale on Friday will present a diverse assortment of sterling silver, porcelain, glass, furniture, Indigenous art, and carpets. Notable items include antique accessories from Palais Royal and Vizagapatam, as well as an Antoine Bourdelle bronze Medusa door knocker. Contemporary works from acclaimed artists such as Preston Singletary, Chihuly, Beatrice Wood, Gambone, Adrian Persal, Harry Bertoia, and Niamh Barry will also be featured, ensuring a wide range of styles and artistic expressions.


An Émile Antoine Bourdelle (1861–1929) patinated bronze ‘tête de Meduse’ (head of Medusa) door knocker, circa 1925.Estimate: $6,000–$8,000
An Émile Antoine Bourdelle (1861–1929) patinated bronze ‘tête de Meduse’ (head of Medusa) door knocker, circa 1925.
Estimate: $6,000–$8,000
A selection of Bruno Gambone unique vessels circa 1970. Estimates (left to right): $3,000–$4,000; $1,500–$2,000; $8,000–$12,000
A selection of Bruno Gambone unique vessels circa 1970.
Estimates (left to right): $3,000–$4,000; $1,500–$2,000; $8,000–$10,000

Fine Jewelry & Watches

Clars is excited to announce its October Fine Watches and Jewelry Auction, set to take place on Friday, October 18th, starting at 9:30 AM PDT. This event will feature an exceptional collection of over ninety wristwatches from renowned German, Swiss, Japanese, and French manufacturers, including prestigious brands like Maurice Lacroix, Grand Seiko, Longines, Nomos, Farer, Certina, Omega, and Junghans. With a diverse array of styles and finishes, this selection caters to both seasoned collectors and enthusiastic newcomers alike.


<b>From left to right:</b> Maurice Lacroix, a stainless steel Masterpiece Rectangular Petite Seconde wristwatch. <b>Estimate: $1,200–$1,800</b>; Grand Seiko, a titanium alloy Spring Drive wristwatch. <b>Estimate: $6,000–$8,000</b>; Jaeger-LeCoultre, a stainless steel P469 wristwatch, Circa 1940.<b> Estimate: $1,500–$2,500</b>
From left to right: Maurice Lacroix, a stainless steel Masterpiece Rectangular Petite Seconde wristwatch. Estimate: $1,200–$1,800; Grand Seiko, a titanium alloy Spring Drive wristwatch. Estimate: $6,000–$8,000; Jaeger-LeCoultre, a stainless steel P469 wristwatch, Circa 1940. Estimate: $1,500–$2,500

In addition to the timepieces, the auction will showcase a stunning array of fine jewelry designed to enhance any collection. Highlights include classic pearls, exquisite gold pieces, and dazzling diamond creations, alongside rare gemstones such as vibrant sapphires and rich emeralds. This comprehensive offering makes the auction a must-attend event for jewelry aficionados and watch enthusiasts.

Fine Art

Clars’ Fine Art department is pleased to announce a selection of works from the private collection of the renowned architecture and design firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in our upcoming auction. Among the highlights is a captivating 1962 oil on canvas titled Windswept by Carl Morris (American, 1911–1993), with an estimated value of $6,000– $9,000. This piece, along with others by Morris, has seen increased interest in recent years due to the artist’s significant contributions to mid-century art.


Carl Morris (American, 1911–1993), Windswept, 1962, oil on canvas, 40″ x 48″.
Carl Morris (American, 1911–1993), Windswept, 1962, oil on canvas, 40″ x 48″.
Estimate: $6,000–$9,000

Another standout work from the SOM collection is Pyramid by Alan J. Shields (American, 1944–2005). This piece is a whimsical painted and beaded canvas showcasing Shield’s playful style, estimated at $5,000–$7,000. Additional works by notable artists such as Margo Hoff, Gideon Jacques Denny, and Mark Adams will also be included in the auction.


Alan Shields (American, 1944–2005), Pyramid, acrylic and stitched beads on unstretched canvas, 77″ x 77″ (triangular).
Alan Shields (American, 1944–2005), Pyramid, acrylic and stitched beads on unstretched canvas, 77″ x 77″ (triangular).
Estimate: $5,000–$7,000

Asian Art

The Asian Art segment will feature a remarkable group of nine stoneware pieces by Morino Taimei (born 1934), hailing from a private collection. Taimei’s work is represented in esteemed institutions, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Additionally, a rare 18th century Tibetan thangka depicting the Buddha will be offered, providing a glimpse into the rich history and artistry of the region.


Morino Taimei (Japanese, b. 1934), Glazed Stoneware Cube. Provenance: Property of Mr. Takanobu Mitsui (1920–1965), patron of the artist, and descended through the family.
Morino Taimei (Japanese, b. 1934), Glazed Stoneware Cube. Provenance: Property of Mr. Takanobu Mitsui (1920–1965), patron of the artist, and descended through the family.
Estimate: $2,000–$4,000
A Tibetan thangka representing Buddha.
A Tibetan thangka representing Buddha.
Estimate: $2,000–$4,000

The Warehouse Auction: October 19th

The Warehouse Auction features an eclectic mix of art, prints, and photographs, with each month bringing a diverse selection of paintings, prints, and sculptures from around the globe, all with accessible estimates. The Asian Art Department will present a carefully curated assortment, including Japanese woodblock prints, ceramics, folding screens, and various decorative pieces. In the Jewelry Department, we are excited to offer a range of affordable items, from diamonds to silver and gold necklaces. The Warehouse boasts an accessible priced collection that encompasses modern and antique furniture and décor, silver, porcelain, glass, fashion, collectible toys, books, and indigenous arts. Collections include opaline glass, Tartanware, Russian lacquer boxes and Bjørn Wiinblad porcelain.

Bidding for Clars’ October 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!

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