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A figure of the Maltese Falcon.Estimate: $100–$150

Memorabilia from The Maltese Falcon

On October 17th, Clars is proud to offer an iconic piece of Hollywood history: a Maltese Falcon prop from the 1941 film noir classic.

  • Furniture & Decorative Arts
  • Highlights
Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987), The Witch from Myths Series, 1981, screenprint in colors with diamond dust, 38″ x 38″.Sold: $38,400 This property is being sold at public auction as provided by Internal Revenue Code section 6335. Only the right, title, and interest of the Hank Risan is being offered for sale. Property is sold “as is, where is” without recourse against the United States. The United States offers no Guarantee or warranty, implied or expressed on the condition of any property or its fitness for any purpose or use.

October Gallery Auction Highlights

Our auction on October 17th will feature a curated selection of Furniture & Decorative Arts, Fine Art, and Fine Jewelry & Watches.

  • Auction
  • Highlights
A Tibeten turquoise bead necklace.Estimate: $800–$1,200

Naomi Lindstrom: Worldwide Beads & Tribal Jewelry

We are honored to present the globally sourced bead and tribal jewelry collection from the Naomi Lindstrom estate on October 16th.

  • Asian Art
  • Estate Spotlight
A vintage C. Martin New York Guitar, marked 0452, in an ebonized wood case.Estimate: $8,000–$10,000 This property is being sold at public auction as provided by Internal Revenue Code section 6335. Only the right, title, and interest of the Hank Risan is being offered for sale. Property is sold “as is, where is” without recourse against the United States. The United States offers no Guarantee or warranty, implied or expressed on the condition of any property or its fitness for any purpose or use.

Musical Instrument Collection of Hank Risan

Hank Risan’s musical instrument collection included more than 750 examples of fine 19th and 20th century acoustic instruments.

  • Furniture & Decorative Arts
  • Highlights
A silver gelatin photo of Billie Holliday with Art Tatum, Oscar Pettiford and Sid Catlett, circa 1945, Washington, DC. Sold: $5,120

Jazz Collection Performs Beautifully at Auction

On October 18th we are excited to present Session II of a Jazz collection featuring very exciting pieces.

  • Furniture & Decorative Arts
  • Highlights
Deric providing valuation expertise to guests on their items.

A Step Back in Time!

Clars Auctions’ Senior Vice President, Deric Torres, was honored to participate in a celebration hosted by The Menlo Park Historical Association and The Museum of American Heritage.

  • Event
  • Furniture & Decorative Arts