CLARS MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR SEPTEMBER SALE TO BE HIGHLIGHTED BY A VERY IMPORTANT CHINESE TABLE, MAGNI Oakland, CA — Each September, Clars Auction Gallery presents a two-day sale sourced from distinguished private collections and museums from across the country. This important annual event, which will
The September sale will also offer an incredible selection of sterling. Topping the list is a Dominic and Haff service for 18, 12 pieces per setting, in the Old English pattern which is estimated at $9,000 to $12,000. A Gorham service for 12 in the Florentine pattern is expected to earn $8,000 to $12,000.
Turning to furniture, the offerings will span historic to modern. On the modern side, the highlight will be a pair of Vladimir Kagan side chairs, circa 1950, with a high estimate of $4,000. From Charles Hollis Jones will be a stunning Metric dining table. Stepping back a century, an early 19th century Swedish Neoclassical polychrome decorated tilt top tea table depicting two different classical scenes on either side carries an estimate of $3,000 to $5,000. Going back even further, a late 18th century Austrian Neoclassical polychrome decorated folding table is expected to earn $4,000 to $6,000. Another offering of importance will be a circa 1790 George III fall front desk also estimated at $4,000 to $6,000.
Rounding out the highlights of this category are two 19th century rugs .The first is an antique Tabriz rug estimated at $12,000 to $15,000 followed by a Ferahan Sarouk palace size rug, circa 8175.
For complete information and lots to be offered at Clars September 8 and 9, 2012 Fine Art and Antiques Sale, please visit www.clars.com, call (510) 428-0100 or email: info@clars.com.
Previews for Clars spectacular September sale will be held Friday, September 8th from 1pm to 6pm and 9am each auction day. A complete catalog will be available online one week prior to the sale.
Bidding for Clars auctions is available in person, by phone, absentee and live online @ www.clars.com, and through www.liveauctioneers.com. Clars Auction Gallery is located at 5644 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609.
