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Maynard Dixon (American, 1875–1946), Chaparral Hills, 1918, oil on canvas, 14″ x 18.25″. Sold: $17,640

June Gallery Auction Highlights

Our June 19th auction will feature important paintings, rare Asian objects, fine furnishings, and decorative pieces.

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Three French metal and opaline glass child’s posy holders, circa 1870–1880. Estimate: $300–$500

Irene Deitsch Collection of Posy Holders

The Victorian & French examples to be offered June 18th carry forward a story defined by elegance, craftsmanship, and enduring taste.

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Furniture & Decorative Arts
Richard Blake Shaw (American, b. 1941), Slice of Birthday Cake, 2002, glazed porcelain sculpture, inscribed To Viola beneath, 3.5″ x 5.5″ x 5.5″. Provenance: Property from the Private Collection of Viola Frey, sold to benefit the Artists’ Legacy Foundation. Estimate: $1,500–$2,500

The Viola Frey Collection

The Artist’s Legacy Foundation and Clars are pleased to present a benefit auction offering access to this deeply personal collection.

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Fine Art
Aaron Douglas (American, 1899–1979), Untitled, circa 1955, oil on canvas, signed lower left, 22″ x 44″.

Aaron Douglas: The Making of a Movement’s Visual Voice

Douglas is widely known for the murals he painted that defined the visual identity of the Harlem Renaissance.

  • Artist Spotlight
  • Modern Art
Fernando Amorsolo (Filipino, 1892–1972), La Lavandera, 1937, oil on board, 13″ x 17″. Sold: $64,000

Important Fine Art Highlights

Clars’ Important Fine Art Auction on May 15th presents an exceptional selection of artworks by celebrated artists.

  • Fine Art
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A Romany Downie plaster portrait of Dianne Feinstein, Mayor of San Francisco, 1982. Estimate: $200–$300

Property from Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein

The exceptional property being offered May 14th reflects the senator’s refined taste and legacy.

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