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Wayne Thiebaud’s “Blueberry Custard” Brings $3.2 Million In Modern And Contemporary Auction FRIDAY JANUARY 10, 2020 • VOL. 51, NO. 2
Two-Day Americana And International Auction Slated For Jan. 17 And 18 Early American Furniture And Fine Art Among Strengths Of Quality Sale At Pook & Pook There is one New Year’s resolution Pook & Pook of Downingtown, Pa., can help people keep this year—filling their homes with beautiful antiques. This winter, just as folks finish up counting down the clock and singing “Auld Lang Syne,” Pook & Pook will be offering almost 700 lots of antique furniture, fine art, and decorative accessories from around the globe. Bidding both live in-house and in cyberspace will take place on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 17 and 18. Session one will begin at 6 p.m., following a special extended preview and reception. The collection of Jean and Eugene Jacobsen from Englewood, N.J., will start the auction with 49 lots. According to the Jacobsens’ daughter, their home was a “living, breathing example of early American furniture and art.” Some highlights are several pieces of well-crafted furniture, including a Pennsylvania Queen Anne walnut dressing table, ca. 1765, that is a desirable small size with drake feet (est. $7,000-$10,000). Another is the Capt. James Mugford, a Revolutionary War hero from Marblehead, Mass., Chippendale mahogany diminutive drop leaf table (est. $10,000-$15,000) and a diminutive Massachusetts Queen Anna walnut high chest, ca. 1765, with petite cabriole legs and pad feet (est. $10,000-$12,000). Of important note from the collection
Iconic Thiebaud Painting Headlines Heritage Sale Of Personal Collection Of Late Tower Records Founder Wayne Thiebaud’s “Blueberry Custard,” 1961, sold for $3,225,000 in Heritage Auctions’ Modern and Contemporary Art Auction to break the house record for the most expensive piece of modern and contemporary art ever sold through Heritage Auctions. The painting was one of 16 lots sold that Wayne Thiebaud’s “Blueberry Custard,” from 1961, sold for came from the private $3,225,000. collection of the late Russ Solomon, founder of Tower Holly Sherratt, Heritage Auctions’ Records, and boosted the total for San Francisco director of Modern the auction to $5,106,231. “Blueberry and Contemporary Art. “It hung out Custard” exceeded its high pre- of public view and in Russ Solomon’s kitchen for many years auction estimate by 29 percent. “‘Blueberry Custard’ was exhib- until it was exhibited again at the ited at Thiebaud’s first show at Manetti Shrem Museum of Art in UC Allan Stone Gallery in 1962,” said Continued on page 3
“Vintage Living: Creating A Beautiful Home With Treasured Objects From The Past” Published By Rizzoli are several large China Trade oilon-canvas paintings, including one of the view of Whampoa Anchorage from the south, ca. 1840 (est. $15,000-$25,000); one of the view of the Hongs at Canton, ca. 1840 (est. $12,000-$18,000); and one of a naval engagement on the Boca Tigris, ca. 1840 (est. $4,000-$7,000). The sale on Friday night continues with 110 lots of Historical Staffordshire from a New York collection. Several interesting pieces include the Esplanade and Castle Garden New York platter (est. $2,000-$3,000), the Capitol Continued on page 2
Bob Richter, star of the PBS series “Market Warriors” and host of the web series “Flea Market Minute,” has been thrifting and collecting vintage treasures since the early age of 6. With a true passion for any object with a past and a story, Richter speaks to our desire to surround ourselves with belongings that impart beauty and meaning to our lives. Drawing on his years of experience as a stylist and interior designer, Richter takes us through a selection of beautiful historic homes, illustrating how to live stylishly with vintage finds and collections in “Vintage Living: Creating a Beautiful Home With Treasured Objects From the Past.” Published by Rizzoli International Publications Inc., the hardcover 224-page book is a celebration of the art of thrifting and decorating with pieces from every era. It is a full-service guide to treasure hunting, from flea markets, antique shows, and estate sales to country auctions, yard sales, and the online marketplaces. With a mantra of “buy what you love, express yourself, and don’t be afraid to mix periods,” Richter also imparts hard-won practical tips, such as how best to negotiate and haggle. With chapters on entertaining and cooking, holiday décor for all seasons (including Valentine’s Day, Easter, and Halloween, among others), giving vintage gifts, embracing vintage ways (writing letters, repurposing and recycling),
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Collectible Calendars: Chronicling The Days Of Our Lives on page 11
and caring for your old treasures, this trove of vintage living will inspire readers to take a personal and creative approach to décor. About the Author Bob Richter is an interior designer, stylist, and vintage lifestyle expert and the author of “A Very Vintage Christmas.” He hosts the web series “Flea Market Minute,” where he travels to vintage venues worldwide, and is a frequent contributor to “Huff Post” where he writes about the arts, vintage wares, and collecting. Richter is regularly featured in media outlets including the New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, the Associated Press, Redbook, the Boston Globe, and HGTV, where he delights in sharing antiques, design and bargaining advice. For ordering information, visit www.rizzoliusa.com. Image courtesy Daniel Yund and/or Blake Drummond.
Addams, Bemelmans, Gorey, Schulz, And Seuss Lead Illustration Art Sale on page 14
Apollo Award Announcement For The Frick Collection on page 15
In This Issue SHOPS, SHOWS & MARKETS . . . . . . . . . . starting on page 3 SHOPS DIRECTORY . . . . . . . . . on page 4 EVENT & AUCTION CALENDAR . on page 6 AUCTION SALE BILLS . . . starting on page 6
FEATURED AUCTION: Morphy Auctions - January 16 in Denver, Pennsylvania - Page 12
AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY . . . . . on page 7 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . on page 15