Naomi Lindstrom: Worldwide Beads & Tribal Jewelry

  • Asian Art
  • Estate Spotlight

The second installment of the Naomi Lindstrom collection on October 16th will include over one hundred lots of silver beads and ornaments from various cultures and an array of worldwide beads. Bidding begins at 1 PM PDT.

The silver portion of the auction consists of many examples from India, the Middle East, and part of Africa. The bead portion of the auction will feature glass examples from ancient Egypt, Venice, West Africa, and parts of Southeast Asia. There will also be beads of various minerals such as turquoise, carnelian agate, shell and many others.


An Angami chank shell and glass necklace.Estimate: $2,000–$4,000
An Angami chank shell and glass necklace.
Estimate: $2,000–$4,000
A Tibetan multi-strand red coral and silver beads necklace. Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
A Tibetan multi-strand red coral and silver beads necklace.
Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
A strand of ancient Egyptian glass beads. Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
A strand of ancient Egyptian glass beads.
Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
A group of Chinese gilt bronze buttons. <br><b>Estimate: $1,000–$1,500</b>
A group of Chinese gilt bronze buttons.
Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
A group of Yemeni silver beads.<br><b>Estimate: $800–$1,200</b>
A group of Yemeni silver beads.
Estimate: $800–$1,200
A strand of ancient Afghanistan glass beads.Estimate: $800–$1,200
A strand of ancient Afghanistan glass beads.
Estimate: $800–$1,200
A Tibeten turquoise bead necklace.<br><b>Estimate: $800–$1,200</b>
A Tibeten turquoise bead necklace.
Estimate: $800–$1,200
A group of Pre-Columbian green stone beads from Mexico.<br><b>Estimate: $600–$900</b>
A group of Pre-Columbian green stone beads from Mexico.
Estimate: $600–$900
An Indian silver belt. Estimate: $400–$600
An Indian silver belt.
Estimate: $400–$600

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The House of Grand Passion

On September 18th, Clars is pleased to present a collection from the iconic “Gold Coast” home, The House of Grand Passion.

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  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

A Remarkable Connection to California’s Gilded Age

Among the July highlights are three lots that tell a fascinating story of California’s early political, financial, and cultural history.

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  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

The Emmy & Dolph Andrews Estate Returns to Clars

On July 17th, Clars is pleased to present another selection from one of San Francisco’s most distinguished private collections

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  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

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

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

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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Contemporary Glass Collection

  • Design
  • Estate Spotlight

Clars is pleased to offer one of the most extensive contemporary glass collections in Northern California as part of a prominent Bay Area estate on Thursday, March 21st in our Spring Modern + Contemporary Art + Design Auction.

Dale Chihuly (American b. 1941) Translucent Violet Persian set with yellow-orange lip wrap, 1992.
Dale Chihuly (American b. 1941), Translucent Violet Persian set with yellow-orange lip wrap, 1992.
Estimate: $15,000–$20,000

The couple were tireless and passionate about the art of glass blowing, and spent over three decades acquiring important pieces. They were known nationally as top tier collectors. From this collection, Clars will be offering iconic pieces from several artists, including Dale Chihuly, Dan Dailey, Therman Statom, David Salvadore, and Joel Phillip Myers.


Dan Dailey, <em>Moon Man</em>, vase, 1992, blown, cut and etched glass, 20″h x 15″dia.
Dan Dailey, Moon Man, vase, 1992, blown, cut and etched glass, 20″h x 15″dia.
Estimate: $8,000–$12,000

A Jay Musler sandblasted and airbrushed paint decorated glass Cityscape bowl.
Jay Musler, Cityscape Bowl, sandblasted and airbrushed paint decorated glass, 9.5″h x 18″dia. Provenance: Marx Saunders Gallery, Chicago, IL 1999.
Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Joel Philip Myers, Contiguous Fragment Series, vase, glass, 14.5″h x 15.5″w x 3.5″d.
Joel Philip Myers, Contiguous Fragment Series, vase, glass, 14.5″h x 15.5″w x 3.5″d. Provenance: Maurine Littleton Gallery, Washington DC, 2000.
Estimate: $4,000–$6,000

Richard Royal, <em>R93-161 & R93-162</em>, Relationship Series, lot of two, 1993, blown and acid etched glass, greatest 32″h. Provenance: Richard Royal Studio, Seattle, WA 1993.
Richard Royal, R93-161 & R93-162, Relationship Series, lot of two, 1993, blown and acid etched glass, greatest 32″h. Provenance: Richard Royal Studio, Seattle, WA 1993.
Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
John Littleton and Kate Vogel, <em>Four Bags</em>, 2006, blown glass 17.5″h x 12.5″w x 8″d.
John Littleton and Kate Vogel, Four Bags, 2006, blown glass 17.5″h x 12.5″w x 8″d.
Estimate: $3,000–$5,000

Davide Salvadore (Italian, b. 1956), Chitimara 2, Murrini glass with fiber, 29.5″h x 12.5″w x 16″d.
Davide Salvadore (Italian, b. 1956), Chitimara 2, Murrini glass with fiber, 29.5″h x 12.5″w x 16″d.
Estimate: $6,000–$9,000
Therman Statom (American, b. 1953), Agua de Esmerelda, glass with mixed media, overall: 84″h x 16″w x 5″d.
Therman Statom (American, b. 1953), Agua de Esmerelda, glass with mixed media, overall: 84″h x 16″w x 5″d.
Estimate: $5,000–$7,000

Steven Klein, Balance 64, two vessels on plinth, 2007, glass, 7″h x 7″dia; base: 1.25″h x 18.5″w.
Steven Klein, Balance 64, two vessels on plinth, 2007, glass, 7″h x 7″dia; base: 1.25″h x 18.5″w. Provenance: Davis and Cline, Ashland, OR, 2008.
Estimate: $2,000–$4,000
Petr Hora, sculpture Czechoslovakia, 1998, glass, signed, 13″h x 17.75″w x 3.25″d. Provenance: Heller Gallery, New York City, NY.
Petr Hora, sculpture Czechoslovakia, 1998, glass, signed, 13″h x 17.75″w x 3.25″d. Provenance: Heller Gallery, New York City, NY.
Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Concetta Mason, <em>Wild Seed</em>, glass vase on pedestal, 26.5″h x 15″w x 9″d.
Concetta Mason, Wild Seed, glass vase on pedestal, 26.5″h x 15″w x 9″d. Provenance: Heller Gallery, New York, NY, 1995.
Estimate: $2,000–$4,000

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The House of Grand Passion

On September 18th, Clars is pleased to present a collection from the iconic “Gold Coast” home, The House of Grand Passion.

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

A Remarkable Connection to California’s Gilded Age

Among the July highlights are three lots that tell a fascinating story of California’s early political, financial, and cultural history.

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

The Emmy & Dolph Andrews Estate Returns to Clars

On July 17th, Clars is pleased to present another selection from one of San Francisco’s most distinguished private collections

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Furniture & Decorative Arts

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

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

Property from Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein

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

  • Estate Spotlight
  • Stories & News