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A fine and rare Northern Baroque carved altar table with tabernacle, late 17th century, fully carved with biblical reserves. Provenance: Property from the collection of Santa Sabina Center, San Rafael, and the Sisters of St. Dominic.Estimate: $8,000–$12,000

Rare Northern Baroque Carved Altar Table

Fully carved with biblical reserves, this exquisite table highlights the exceptional craftsmanship of the period.

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Chiura Obata (1885–1975), Carmel Cypress.Sold: $3,780

March Auction Highlights

Clars is pleased to announce its upcoming March 21st Auction showcasing an exceptional selection of rare and beautiful works.

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Detail of a Chinese famille verte reticulated globular vase.Estimate: $1,000–$1,500

Eight Immortals Verte Globular Vase

The Asian Art department will showcase a 19th-century Chinese famille verte globular vase in our March 21st auction.

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Marion Kavanaugh Wachtel (American, 1876–1954), Autumn, Trabuco Mountains, California, oil on canvas, 26″ x 30.5″.Sold: $13,860

Artist Spotlight: Marion Kavanaugh Wachtel

Marion Kavanaugh Wachtel beautifully captures the vibrant transformation of the leaves in the foothills of California.

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A Chamberlains Worcester armorial porcelain part dinner service made for the Scott Family of Great Barr Hall, early 19th century. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000

Armorial Dinner Service Up For Auction

This armorial service was crafted by the Chamberlains Worcester factory, highlighting the connection between the patron and the local craftsmanship.

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From Top to Bottom: A Victorian citrine, diamond, enamel and 15k gold stomacher. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000; An antique foil-back quartz and 14k gold rivière necklace. Estimate: $1,500–$2,500; An antique diamond and 14k gold locket brooch-pendant, Russia. Estimate: $1,800–$2,200

Viewing Time Through a Loupe

The history of jewelry spans as far back as humanity itself, with evidence of ancient beads made from shells, bones, and teeth dating back 80,000–110,000 years.

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