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Eddi Van Auken and husband, Wendell Van Auken.

The Story of Eddi Van Auken

For over 30 years Eddi acquired, researched, and catalogued antique walking sticks from around the world.

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Wayne Thiebaud (American, 1920–2021), Dark Cake, 1983, woodcut in colors on Tosa Koza paper, 15″ x 17.5″.Estimate: $20,000–$30,000

Modern + Contemporary Fine Art Highlights

This May, we are thrilled to showcase an exceptional array of work from masters like Raimonds Staprans, Wayne Thiebaud, and much more.

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  • Modern + Contemporary Art
Joan Brown (American, 1938–1990), Mary Julia #32, 1976, acrylic and graphite on paper, 36″ x 24″.Estimate: $8,000–$12,000

Artist Spotlight: Joan Brown

For fans of the Bay Area Figurative Movement, we are highlighting two works on paper by celebrated multimedia artist Joan Brown this May.

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Dia al-Azzawi (Iraqi, b. 1939), Sleeping Bird, 1981, oil on canvas, 47.25″ x 39.38″ (120 x 100 cm).Estimate: $15,000–$20,000

Artist Spotlight: Dia Al-Azzawi

Al-Azzawi studied art in Baghdad, taking inspiration from ancient Middle Eastern mythology as well as Islam and Arabic culture.

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An Aymara People feather mosaic dance ornament.Estimate: $500–$700

May Auction Highlights

Our diverse auctions bring together global craftsmanship, luxury design, and fine artistic traditions.

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Raimonds Staprans (American/Latvian, b. 1926), The Mid Summer Drop-Leaf Table, 1993, oil on canvas, 48″ x 42″.Estimate: $60,000–$90,000

Artist Spotlight: Raimonds Staprans

This May 15th, Clars is excited to offer an outstanding oil on canvas painting by artist Raimonds Staprans.

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  • Modern + Contemporary Art