This premier opening segment brings together an exceptional and thoughtfully curated group of works spanning American, European, and contemporary art, now further enriched by the inclusion of works by Raimonds Staprans, one of the foremost representatives of post-war California painting nationwide, and Fernando C. Amorsolo, one of the most celebrated figures in Philippine art, underscoring Clars’ continued strength in presenting high-caliber, globally significant fine art to the market.
Raimonds Staprans (American/Latvian, 1926–2026), Sunset-2, 1974, oil on canvas, 45.75″ x 47.50″. Estimate: $100,000–$150,000
Fernando Amorsolo (Filipino, 1892–1972), La Lavandera, 1937, oil on board, 13″ x 17″. Estimate: $80,000–$120,000
A major highlight of the sale is La Lavandera (1937) by Fernando Amorsolo (Filipino, 1892–1972), an exceptional oil on board measuring 13 x 17 inches, estimated at $80,000–$120,000. Exemplifying Amorsolo’s masterful handling of light and his iconic depictions of rural Philippine life, this work stands as a rare and significant offering within the auction’s international fine art selection.
Joseph Henry Sharp (American, 1859–1953), An Old Street in Taos (Kit Carson House, End of Green Fence and Group of Indians), oil on canvas, 16.25″ x 24.25″. Estimate: $40,000–$60,000
Further reinforcing the strength of the Important Fine Art section are standout works such as An Old Street in Taos by Joseph Henry Sharp, estimated at $40,000–$60,000; and a rare four panel Monterey Cypress mural by Chiura Obata, estimated at $15,000–$25,000.
(Lot of 4) Chiura Obata (American/Japanese, 1885–1975), Monterey Cypress, 4 panel wall mural, each panel: 84″ x 36″. Estimate: $15,000–$25,000
Julian Alden Weir (American, 1852–1919), Untitled (In the Library, pastel, 22″ x 15″. Estimate: $10,000–$15,000
Collectors will also find notable examples by Julian Alden Weir, Leon Dabo, and Eustace Paul Ziegler, alongside important modern and contemporary voices including Christopher Brown, Bruce Nauman, and Gregory Crewdson.
Gladys Nilsson (American, b. 1940), Time of Day, watercolor, 11.25″ x 6.25″. Estimate: $8,000–$12,000
Leon Dabo (American, 1868–1960), Untitled (New York City), oil on canvas, 18.25″ x 15″. Estimate: $8,000–$12,000
Eustace Paul Ziegler (American, 1881–1969), King Island Eskimo, oil on canvas board, 20″ x 16″ (1 of 2 to be offered). Estimate: $8,000–$12,000
Granville Redmond (American, 1871–1935), Untitled (View from Tiburon), oil on board, 10″ x 12.75″. Estimate: $6,000–$9,000
The depth of the fine art offering continues with works connected to Pablo Picasso,
including an etching from La Suite Vollard and a tapestry after Jacqueline.
Maynard Dixon (American, 1875–1946), Untitled (Ranch Scene), 1907, watercolor, 8.5″ x 10″ (1 of 2 to be offered). Estimate: $6,000–$9,000
(lot of 3) Yossi Ben Abu (American, 20th/21st century), Untitleds, 2022, dimensional paper constuctions, 31.5″ x 31.5″. Estimate: $6,000–$9,000
Louis Comfort Tiffany (American, 1848–1933), Near Roccabruna Italy, 1874, watercolor, 14.75″ x 10.75″. Estimate: $6,000–$9,000
Significant California and American artists are well represented, with works by Granville Redmond, Maynard Dixon, Edward Potthast, and Wayne Thiebaud. Additional highlights include a bronze relief by Ruth Asawa, a sculptural work by Anne and Patrick Poirier, and contemporary pieces by Ben Quinn and Marcel Dzama — further demonstrating the breadth and quality of this leading section.
Robert Henri (American, 1865–1929), Untitled (Sewing in the Garden), oil in board, 5.75″ x 5″. Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Edward Sherriff Curtis (American, 1868–1952), The Three Chiefs, Piegan, orotone, 11″ x 14″. Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Carl Rungius (American/German, 1869–1959), Untitled (Forest Stream), oil on canvas board, 6.25″ x 9.25″ (1 of 2 to be offered). Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Lisa Ashinoff (American, 20th/21st century), Mondo, oil on canvas, 60.25″ x 90″. Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Christopher Brown (American, b. 1951), Forty Flakes, 1992, lithograph in colors, 30″ x 30″ (1 of 2 to be offered). Estimate: $5,000–$7,000
Ben Quinn (American, b. 1991), Untitled (Star), watercolor and PVA on inkjet print affixed to canvas over panel, 48″ x 36″. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
John Fery (American, 1859–1934), Untitled (Stag by a Mountain Lake), oil on board, 15″ x 23.5″. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
Martin Lewis (American, 1881–1962), Untitled (Study for Circus), pencil and gouache on paper, 8.5″ x 11.5″. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
Paul Landacre (American, 1893–1963), Counterpoint, 1937, wood engraving on rice paper, 12″ x 8.5″. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973), Minotaure mourant (from La Suite Vollard), 1933, etching, 7.5″ x 10.5″. Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
Theodore Roosevelt Lambert (American, 1905–1960), Untitled (Dog Sled Preparing for a Run), oil on canvas board, 8.75″ x 11.88″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Gregory Crewdson (American, b. 1962), Natural Wonder c-print, 17.75″ x 21.75″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Maurice Logan (American, 1886–1977), Study – Sunlight on the Old Barn, oil on canvas, 12″ x 16″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Wayne Thiebaud (American, 1920–2021), Freeway Building, 1998, drypoint etching, 12.5″ x 12″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Marcel Dzama (Canadian, b. 1974), Untitled (Looks like Rabbit Soup…), ink and watercolor on paper, 11″ x 8″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Bruce Nauman (American, b. 1941), Untitled, 1990, etching, 16.5″ x 19.5″. Estimate: $3,000–$5,000
Martin Lewis (American, 1881–1962), Corner Shadows, 1929, drypoint etching, 8.5″ x 8.88″. Estimate: $2,500–$3,500
