The Masked Gala Auction Catalog by cathedralchoral

The Masked Gala

Auction Catalog

Saturday, March 28, 2015 The Mayflower renaissance Hotel Washington, District of Columbia 1

Welcome and Thank You In support of The Masked Gala, we are pleased to present this auction catalog to you on behalf of the Cathedral Choral Society. We hope you will enjoy the range of items that we have gathered for your consideration, and we truly hope that you will fall in love with an item (or two) and take it home with you. The gala is our most significant annual fundraising event. Your presence here this evening and your support of both our silent and live auctions benefit our Great Opera Choruses concert in May and sustains Washington, DC’s oldest choral tradition. The Cathedral Choral Society is incorporated as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and is tax-exempt in the District of Columbia. Heartfelt thanks to all the individuals, businesses, and organizations who have contributed to this auction and to the success of this evening’s gala. Thank you to our volunteers and staff for the dedication and hours of work in preparation for this year’s auction. We hope you enjoy this dramatic evening in support of the Cathedral Choral Society. Sincerely,

Martha A. Olson Chair, Special Events Committee

Tom Gallagher Chair, Honorary Gala Committee

Contents Auction Donors Individuals ........................................................................................2 Businesses and Organizations........................................................... 3 Auction Rules............................................................................................. 4 Silent Auction Categories Live Auction...................................................................................... 5 100 Culinary Diversions...................................................................6 200 Fit and Fabulous.......................................................................9 300 Tempting Treasures................................................................ 11 400 Exquisite Escapes................................................................... 13 500 Heavenly Spirits...................................................................... 15 600 Entertaining Escapades.......................................................... 18 700 Embassy Row......................................................................... 21 800 Estate Jewelry........................................................................ 22 900 Fine Art................................................................................... 23

Auction Donors Individuals A Friend of the Cathedral Choral Society Ernest and Catherine Abbott Caren and John Backus Kathleen Brion Joanne Casey Chau Cho Caroline and Colin Church Todd Fickley Thomas Gallagher Susan Grad Sammye Hargrove Anne R. Harris Jennifer Hawley Susan Henry

Anna Kassinger J. Reilly and Beth Lewis Peggy McNulty Dorothy and Bill McSweeny Jim and Lolly Mixter Bradley J. and Martha A. Olson David and Grace Pratt Martin Rosenthal and Corinne Axelrod James and Madeleine Schaller Joy Schreier Margaret Shannon Bradley Stanford Dariel and John Van Wagoner

Auction Donors Businesses and Organizations Ah love Oil & Vinegar Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Bistro 360 Blue 44 Restaurant and Bar Broadway Gallery Cafe Deluxe Chau Cho DeCarlo’s Restaurant Dog Den Golf - David Ogden Embassy of Barbados Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Embassy of Finland Embassy of Latvia to USA Embassy of Liechtenstein Embassy of the Slovak Republic Embassy of Slovenia Glen Echo Park

Hollywood Nails and Spa Jay’s Saloon and Grille La Piquette L’Auberge Chez Francois Mayflower Renaissance Hotel Motiv8d Trainer, LLC - Lisa Priebe Open City Sfizi Café - Lino Ricciardi Shakespeare Theatre Company Spa Logic Strathmore Hall Foundation, Inc The Greek Taverna The Kennedy Center The Organic Butcher of McLean The Source Yoga Total Wine and More Washington Bach Consort

Cathedral Choral Society Sections Soprano I Soprano II Alto I Alto II

Tenor I Tenor II Bass I Bass II

Staff

Auction Rules 1. Written bids on bid sheets will be accepted until 7:30 p.m. 2. The first time you bid on an item, print your name, bidder number, and amount bid. An auction official will make the final decision on any winning bid in the event of a discrepancy. 3. Bids not meeting the opening minimum bid, or the minimum raise from one bid to another will be disqualified. 4. The highest bid at closing time constitutes the winning bid. 5. Payment is required, and items must be taken with you at the conclusion of the evening. Personal checks, cash, or credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express) will be accepted. 6. The Auction Committee is not responsible for items not picked up by the end of the evening. Special pickup for large items may be arranged. Winning bidders will receive a certificate or letter for items not displayed. 7. All sales are final. No exchanges or refunds on auction items are permitted. All auction items are sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as is.â&#x20AC;? 8. Please note that certain items may have restricted use or other qualifications that may affect the value, application, or use to the bidder. Specific dates for the use of certain auction items must be arranged between the donor and the winning bidder.

Live Auction Dinner With the Maestro Dinner and drinks for eight! Dinner prepared by culinary school graduate Beth A. V. Lewis, with after-dinner musical entertainment for you and your guests by Music Director J. Reilly Lewis and Associate Music Director and Chorus Master Todd Fickley. This wonderful evening will take place at the Lewis home—featured in Spaces and Washingtonian magazines—in Arlington, Virginia. Value: $1,000 Five-Night Stay at Sydney Place B&B, London Enjoy a five-night stay at Sydney Place, a Victorian family house situated right in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Perfect for two guests, this package offers a double room, an en suite bathroom, and a full English breakfast. Superbly located amidst the street cafe culture of South Kensington, Sydney Place is a 15-minute walk from Harrods or King’s Road and ten minutes from the Natural History and Science Museums. Easily accessed by Heathrow or Gatwick airports. Value: $850 Conduct-a-Carol at the Joy of Christmas Concert Step onto the maestro’s podium for the December 2015 Saturday performance of the Cathedral Choral Society’s Joy of Christmas concert, and conduct the chorus and the Washington Symphonic Brass in a christmas carol. Join Music Director J. Reilly Lewis before the performance for a short coaching session and introductions to the chorus and instrumentalists. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to make your conducting dreams come true. Value: $1,000 Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace Tourmaline and diamond pendant on a 14 karat gold 18” chain. Emerald cut tourmaline with weight of 26.98 carats. Set above the tourmaline is a brilliant cut diamond with weight of .17 carats. Flanking the diamond are six round brilliant cut diamonds with weight of .30 karats. Value: $3,000

Culinary Diversions 100 L’Auberge Chez Francois Certificate, Book, DVD A gift certificate to this Zagat-listed French restaurant, ranked in the top 100 restaurants in America for 2014. Also included is a cookbook signed by Chef Jacques Haeringer and a DVD collection of cooking classes by Chef Haeringer. Value: $280 101 Fiola Mare Gift Card This wonderful Italian restaurant specializing in seafood was voted #4 in the Washingtonian magazine’s 100 Very Best Restaurants for 2015. Owner/award-winning Executive Chef is Fabio Trabiocchi. Value: $500 102 Wades Mill/Rockbridge Winery Basket This basket includes a cooking class and dinner for two at historic Wades Mill, the oldest continuously operating grist mill in Virginia, in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. This basket also includes superb wines of Rockbridge Vineyard. Value: $300 103 Tiramisu for 12 Enjoy this luscious Italian dessert for up to 12 people. Tiramisu is made with ladyfingers dipped in coffee liqueur, layered with rich whipped cream, marscarpone cheese, and cocoa. Please provide one week notice. Value: $50 104 Dessert for Your Next Party For your next party, have homemade desserts delivered to you. Cake, pie, bars, or cookies serving up to 24 people will be prepared especially for you. Delivery location must be within 15 miles of the Metro DC area. Please provide one-week notice to baker. Value: $40 105 Jay’s Saloon & Grille Gift Certificate A gift certificate to this well known Arlington eatery which features a wide variety of beer, cocktails, and an extensive menu. Above the bar sits a bobblehead figure of Reilly! Valid until March 28, 2016. Value: $40

Culinary Diversions 106 “All About Chocolate” Basket A basket of varietal chocolates from Tcho, Lily O’Brien’s, Truffiettes, Marich, Ghirardelli, Godiva, and other chocolatiers. Value: $40 107 Dinner for Two at Sfizi Cafe Enjoy a weeknight dinner for two at this Falls Church trattoria, rated Best of Fairfax in 2012 and 2014. Value: $50 108 Bistro 360 Born out of a desire to bring the best of the world’s cuisine, wines, and beers here to Arlington, Bistro 360 offers a wine bar with a full selection of premium wines, craft beers, gourmet nibbles, and small plates; a market brimming with fresh, top-quality ready-to-eat meals, charcuterie, and cheeses; and a full-service, international bistro that features appetizers, soups, salads, flatbreads, entrees, and much, much more. Value: $50 109 Open City Cafe No matter what your reason, take a break at Open City! Enjoy their free wi-fi, meet friends for a quiet lunch, or enjoy a delicious cup of Tryst coffee. Valid until December 31, 2015. Value: $40 110 Blue 44 Restaurant and Bar Blue 44 serves seasonal classic American cuisine infused with the flavors of Italy and France. This neighborhood kitchen and bar was created with the belief that serving delicious, fresh food from the best ingredients—sourced locally whenever possible—promotes a healthier and more sustainable community. Value: $50 111 Cafe Deluxe This gift card may be used at any Cafe Deluxe or Tortilla Coast restaurant. Value: $50

Culinary Diversions 112 La Piquette La Piquette—a bistrot located in Cleveland Park—stays faithful to its French roots and offers the best French dishes on this side of the Atlantic. Executive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple, and delicious. Gratuity and tax not included; valid until March 16, 2016. Value: $50 113 DeCarlo’s Restaurant DeCarlo’s Italian Restaurant is the ultimate expression of a charming neighborhood restaurant! It is considered a local secret, where you can almost always hear Sinatra or Bocelli playing in the background. DeCarlo’s represents a dining experience where you can relax, talk, and enjoy a wonderful meal. The menu features a diverse selection of Italian favorites and daily specials, from a splendid array of homemade pasta to Mediterranean inspired seafood. Dinner for four up to $200. Liquor, tax, and gratuity not included; valid until March 2016. Value: $200 114 The Greek Taverna Enjoy dinner at this quaint Greek restaurant in McLean (gratuity and tax not included). Value: $75 115 The Organic Butcher of McLean Shop for your next feast with the help of this gift certificate to The Organic Butcher of McLean. With over 80 years of experience behind the counter, this full-service and traditional butcher shop has your favorite cuts and fresh seafood, along with an assortment of boutique wines, artisan cheese, and local produce. Value: $50

Fit and Fabulous 200 Hollywood Nails & Spa Gift Certificates: Four Manicures and Five Pedicures Enjoy top-quality manicures and pedicures at this local Arlington spa. Paraffin treatments are included. Value: $196 201 Haircut at Primary Colors Salon A gift certificate for a haircut at Primary Colors Salon, owned by Chau Cho, in Alexandria. Value: $35 202 Spa Gift Package to Spa Logic Pamper yourself with a package that includes a facial, reflexology, and a manicure/pedicure at this well-known spa near Dupont Circle. Value: $200 202a Spa Gift Package to Spa Logic Pamper yourself with a package that includes a facial, reflexology, and a manicure/pedicure at this well-known spa near Dupont Circle. Value: $200 202b Spa Gift Package to Spa Logic Pamper yourself with a package that includes a facial, reflexology, and a manicure/pedicure at this well-known spa near Dupont Circle. Value: $200 203 One-hour Vocal Coaching Session with Dr. Joy Schreier Expand your vocal potential with a one-hour coaching session with Dr. Joy Schreier, professional vocal coach and pianist. Value: $125 204 Black and White Tote Set off for the beach, mall, or library with this sizable black and white Vera Bradley tote. Just right for dashing about town. Value: $53

Fit and Fabulous 205 One 45-minute Voice Lesson One 45-minute voice lesson with Peggy McNulty, who has taught private voice for 40 years. She is a member of NATS and MTNA and offers opportunities for performing as well as voice instruction for teens and adults. Visit www.peggymcnulty.com. Value: $48 206 Consultation and Personal Training Sessions Commit to improving your health and fitness level today. Receive aÂ one-hour consultation and fitness assessment to provide baseline data and programming information plus three one-hour personal training sessions based on your goals and health-history. The Motiv8d Trainer is aÂ nationally certified trainer with twenty years of industry experience. Value: $350 207 Ten Classes at The Source Yoga Improve your health at any level with this ten-pack of yoga classes at The Source Yoga in McLean. The Source is a full service yoga studio and offers a variety of classes for all levels, seven days a week. Package expires sixty days from initiation. Value $160

Tempting Treasures 300 Sterling Silver Celtic Knot Solid silver Celtic knot set in a velvet-lined decorative wooden case. A truly eye-catching piece. Value: $300 301 Vintage Royal Doulton Figurine “Top o’ the Hill” A lovely turn-of-the-century figurine of a windblown young woman holding a wide brimmed hat. Value: $75 302 Vintage Royal Copenhagen Plate A decorative celadon plate with a floral center. 303 Sterling Silver Pietá Plate Solid silver Danbury collectable embossed plate.

Value: $40

Value: $280

304 Gorham Sterling Silver Decorative Plate Formal silver plate bordered with intricate filigree work, from the 1950’s. Value: $200 305 Vintage Ikaros Pottery Vase Hand-painted vase from Ikaros Pottery in Rhodes, Greece. Height measurement is 18”. Value: $60 306 Antique Swiss Clock With Music Box Alarm This antique painted metal clock features a painted floral design and a music box that plays a “Edelweiss”. Clock has been evaluated by Steve Halter, C-CMBHI, of It’s About Time Shop. Clock requires repair of balance wheel, but at full function, clock value is estimated at over $600. Value: $80 307 Hand Dyed Merino Wool Beaded Shawl Lovely handmade merino wool shawl in soft purple accented with crystal beads. Value: $40 308 Dolphin Statuette A statuette of a pair of bronze leaping dolphins painted in subdued sea tones. Value: $50 11

Tempting Treasures 309 John Derian Decoupage Plate John Derian crafts unique collectibles by collaging images onto objects. Plate measures 15” by 12.5”. Value: $185 310 Pierangelo Masciadri Silk Scarf/Poncho This exquisite piece in the “Homage to Caravaggio” design is a treasure for any wardrobe. This Italian designer has designed ties for former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, Prince Ottone d’Assia, Bill Gates, HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, and a scarf/poncho for The Honorable Sandra Day O’Connor. Descriptive cards are signed by the designer. Value: $240 311 Authentic Soviet-Era Samovar and Three Russian CDs Authentic nickel-plated Soviet-era Samovar (1974) and three Russian music CDs: Anna Netrobko’s Russian Album with Marinksy Theatre Orchestra; Tchaikovsky’s Queen of Spades with Orchestre National de France; and Eugene Onegin with Bolshoi Theatre Soloists and Orchestra. Value: $150 312 Santa Wreath A great addition to your Christmas collection, this Santa wreath measures 20” in diameter and is handcrafted from felt and cotton. His curly beard gives him a little extra excitement during the holiday season. Although he prefers the indoors, Santa could also be placed outside in a protected area. Value: $70 313 Pair of Bronze Art Noveau Picture Frames Encase treasured photos or prints in this pair of bronze Art Nouveau picture frames. Value: $150 314 National Symphony Orchestra Cookbook and Collection of Performance Posters Package includes theater posters from past and present productions held at the Kennedy Center, and The National Symphony Orchestra Cookbook. Value: $30 12

Exquisite Escapes 400 Two-Night Stay at The Mayflower Renaissance Hotel Enjoy a two-night stay at The Mayflower Renaissance Hotel on Connecticut Avenue in Washington, DC. With easy access to DC attractions, this lovely hotel would be a luxurious place to have friends and/or family stay or to have a romantic weekend out. Value: $800 401 Two-Night Stay at The Mayflower Renaissance Hotel Enjoy a two-night stay at The Mayflower Renaissance Hotel on Connecticut Avenue in Washington, DC. With easy access to DC attractions, this lovely hotel would be a luxurious place to have friends and/or family stay or to have a romantic weekend out. Value: $800 402 Weekend Getaway at Lake Monticello, Virginia Enjoy a two-night weekend stay at a lovely cottage in a gated community, just over two hours from Washington and east of Charlottesville. This cozy four bedroom/two bath waterfront cottage is on a small cove of a 360 acre lake. The wooded backyard has a fire pit area near the water for quiet evening campfires. The community features several sand beaches, restaurants for dinner, and the location is just a short drive from historic Monticello, Montpelier, Ash Lawn, and the University of Virginia. Golf, tennis, and swimming pool (summer) available for a daily fee. Schedules permitting, the owners will drop by to take you on a twilight lake cruise or morning bass fishing trip. Specific weekend by mutual agreement before October 31, 2015. Value: $500 403 One-Week Stay in Beach House in Marion, Massachusetts Relax during a one-week stay in Marion, MA near Cape Cod. The beach house includes three bedrooms, three full baths, den, kitchen, sunroom, garage, central A/C, and a piano. Marionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;12 miles from Cape Cod and a 75-minute drive from Bostonâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;is a charming village with sailing harbor, world-class golf course, and art center. Nearby attractions include Plymouth Plantation, Heritage Museum and Gardens, and the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Dates to be agreed upon with owner. Value: $1,600

Exquisite Escapes 404 One-Week Stay at Massanutten Resort Enjoy a one-week (seven nights) stay in the Shenandoahs at Massanutten Resort. Two-bedroom, two-bath “Sleep 6” unit with full kitchen. Use of all resort sports and recreational facilities, including golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, and water park. Twenty minute drive to Elkton entrance to Shenandoah National Park. Available August 28–September 4, 2015. Value: $570 405 Two-Night Stay for Two at a Luxury Home in Pinehurst, North Carolina Enjoy a luxury golf weekend at a luxury home in Pinehurst, NC. The package offers access to play at Pinehurst #2 and other great golf courses in the Pinehurst region, along with access to a gourmet homecooked meal by a famous executive chef and access to the Pinehurst Resort and Spa. Value: $900 406 Two-Night Stay at a Condo in Bethany Beach, Delaware Spend two nights at a lovely condominium in Sea Colony, Dover House, Delaware. This one-bedroom condo sleeps four and has a wonderful view. Value: $500

Heavenly Spirits 500 2004 Dom Perignon Champagne This 2004 vintage is rated 95 by The Wine Advocate, 95 by the Wine Spectator, 96 by Wine & Spirits, and 97 by Decanter. A wonderful gift for any special occasion. Value: $150 501 Wine Cork Basket Enjoy this decorative basket with three selections of Chateau St. Jean wine: A 2013 Chardonnay, 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, and 2012 Pinot Noir together with Fontina cheese spread, breadsticks, cheese straws, and Ferrero-Rocher chocolates. Value: $60 502 Selection of Opera-Related Wines The Tenor II section presents a collection of opera inspired wines from Germany, France, and Italy in recognition of the Great Opera Choruses concert on May 17. Value: $240 503 Love Sacred/Love Profane Basket This basket celebrates the May concert of Great Opera Choruses with treats that aim to seduce the senses of angels and devils. Includes two opera CDs - Wagner’s Tannhäuser (conductor Heinz Feldhoff; soprano Gwyneth Jones; Bayreuth Festival), and Puccini’s Tosca (conductor Yictor de Sabata; soprano Maria Callas; La Scala); a gift certificate for the Italian delicatessen Vace, in Cleveland Park; beer (St. Bernardes Abbey); sparkling rosé (Champagne Varner); Reisling (Joh.Jos Prom); Côtes du Rhône red wine; balsamic vinegar; white truffle oil; Bellino biscotti; chocolate; lady fingers; French butter cookies; Mielbio Italian Honey; “Enlighten” scented candle; sauerkraut; Kimbo Italian Espresso coffee; and two front nave tickets to the Cathedral Choral Society’s May 17 Great Opera Choruses concert. Value: $434

Heavenly Spirits 504 Un Ballo in Maschera Basket Love, intrigue, a conspiracy, and a killing at the King’s masked ball— Verdi’s famous opera Un Ballo in Maschera is beloved the world over. The action of the opera has been set in locales as far flung as Rome, Italy; Stockholm Sweden; London, England; and Boston, Massachusetts! While listening to Sir George Solti’s fabulous rendoring of the opera, the winner of this basket can enjoy libations reminiscent of the world class capitals where the opera’s action was staged. Value: $240 505 Champagne and Nibbles Basket This basket is filled with Pertois Moriset Champagne, cheese, crackers, pretzels, and caramels. Value: $40 506 Everything “and” the Kitchen Sink Basket A bottle of red Kitchen Sink Reserve wine, a bottle of white Kitchen Sink Reserve wine, cheese, crackers, and chocolates! Value: $48 507 Libations Basket This basket includes one bottle of Glen Grant 10-Year Single Malt Scotch, two bottles of Casa Castillo Las Gravas, two bottles Montagny Chartron Trebuche, two bottles of Bourgogne Taupenot-Merme, and a $100 Wine Voucher from NakedWine.com. Value: $307 508 Craft Beer Tour Bring home the world’s tastiest “suds” and plan your next great brewery excursion. Package includes a Samsonite Luggage Winfield 2 Spinner Bag, beers from around the globe, and six tickets to the Port City Brewing Company’s Tour and Tasting in Alexandria. Value: $415 509 Toast the Opera Basket Raise a toast to the heroes and heroines of the operas featured in the Cathedral Choral Society’s upcoming Great Opera Choruses concert in May! Basket includes three bottles of champagne, flutes, champagne stopper, cocktail napkins, and a box of chocolates. Value: $125

Heavenly Spirits 510 Single Malt Scotch Basket Transport yourself through a tour of four enticing Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. Begin with ten-year-old Ardbeg, the peatiest, smokiest, most complex whisky of them all. Next experience the rich, honeyed flavor of fourteen-year-old single malt scotch whisky from the Balvenie distillery, matured in casks that previously held rum distilled in the Caribbean. Follow this with the French Oak Reserve of The Glenlivet, aged for fifty spicy flavors. Finally, sample the award-winning Glenfiddich single malt scotch whisky, a skillfully crafted product of the Solvera Vat, marrying whiskies matured in sherry, bourbon, and new oak casks to produce a fifteen-year-old whisky with rich and complex notes. Value: $213 511 A Masked Ball Basket The Second Soprano Section presents a “Masked Ball” basket filled with goodies themed on Verdi’s opera Un Ballo in Maschera. The basket includes a DVD and vocal score for the opera (along with DVDs of two other operas and the book “The Catropolitan Opera”); pasta in musical note shapes; Perugina Baci chocolate-dipped hazelnut confections (masked kisses!); Prosecco (Italian white sparkling wine) and flute glasses; Lavazza Italian coffee and mugs; a “Masked Ball” apron; Caspari “Musica” guest towels (large napkins); and two maskes. Perfect for an evening (or more!) of dining and opera! Value: $210 512 A Picnic Basket Create your own picnic experience with this unique basket containing a bottle of red wine, a bottle of white wine, an official Cathedral Choral Society wine bottle opener, and a $100 gift certificate to Whole Foods. Value: $120

Entertaining Escapades 600 Private Wine Tasting for 20 Treat your friends, family, and fellow wine lovers to a private wine tasting for up to 20 people in the classroom of our store. Total Wine & More will host an event that is certain to impress you and your guests. Taste eight of our premium, hand selected wines and discover hidden treasures from the wine region of your choosing. Your guests will enjoy a tour of the land and learn about the famed appelations and grape varietals that make each region so unforgettable. One of the wine experts will be on hand to present and discuss each delicious wine during your two hour tasting, which can be arranged as a seated classstyle or more casual walk-around event. Total Wine & More will provide all necessary stemware and educational handouts for tasting notes. Value: $500 601 Two VIP Floor Seat Tickets to the Washington Wizards Root for the home team in two floor seats at a Wizards home game in the 2015/16 season. Tickets are center court in the third row and include parking and VIP food and drink service. Date to be agreed upon with owner. Value: $550 602 Four Tickets to Newseum Four tickets good for two consecutive days to the Newseum on Pennsylvania Avenue. Valid until December 31, 2015. Value: $100 603 Two Tickets to Strathmore Two tickets to any Strathmore presentation on or before March 27, 2016. Value: $100 604 Two CCS Premium Nave Subscriptions Enjoy two Premium Nave Subscription tickets to the 2015-2016 season of the Cathedral Choral Society. Value: $556 605 Two Tickets to the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Concert at Strathmore: Debussy’s La Mer and Don Juan Shimmering and evocative, rich but subtle, Debussy’s La Mer has endured as one of the composer’s most admired works. Mario Vengazo conducts the thrilling and passionate Don Juan. Value: $150 18

Entertaining Escapades 606 Two Tickets to the Emerson String Quartet Two tickets to the May 10, 2015 performance of the Emerson String Quartet at the National Museum of Natural History, Baird Auditorium, at 6:00 p.m. The Emerson String Quartet is winner of nine Grammys (including two for Best Classical Album) and has been described as “superb” by The New York Times. Value: $134 607 Two Premium Subscriptions to the Washington Bach Consort Two premium subscription seats for the 2015-16 season of the Washington Bach Consort, DC’s preeminent Baroque ensemble, conducted by founder Dr. J. Reilly Lewis. Value: $625 608 Two Box Seats to a 2015/16 Performance of the National Symphony Orchestra Two Box Seats for a National Symphony Orchestra performance in season 2015/16, arranged at a mutually agreeable date. Value: $160 609 One-Year Family Membership to the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture This family membership to Glen Echo Park includes four member coupons that can be used for many benefits around the park, four complimentary carousel tickets, discounts on classes at the park, and invitations to special member appreciation events. Value: $150 610 Ah love Oil & Vinegar Tasting Party Gather a group of friends and delight in the flavor, history, and mystery of extra-virgin olive oil and Italian barrel-aged balsamic vinegar. Hosted by Ah love Oil & Vinegar, you will be welcomed to a warm Mediterranean environment and introduced to an artisan food tasting from the Ah love Oil & Vinegar pantry. You will learn to taste fresh olive oils from around the world; how to recognize the fresh from the fraudulent; and how to use extra-virgin olive oil and aged balsamic to enhance your health. Each participant enjoys a 10% discount on shopping during the event. Tasting parties can occur with 8 to 15 guests at Mosaic in Merrifield or the Village at Shirlington in Arlington. Value: $100

Entertaining Escapades 611 Two Tickets for the Shakespeare Theatre Company Two tickets for an Opening Night Performance and Post-performance Reception for Tartuffe at the Shakespeare Theatre Company on Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:35pm. Value: $200 612 Two Tickets to the Young Artists Concert Series Two orchestra tickets to a concert in the Young Concert Artist Series on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 7:30pm at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. Bella Hristove, violinist, is the recipient of an Avery Fisher Career Grant and has appeared three times in Carnegie Hall. The program will be: Partita No. 1 in B minor, BWV 1002, Johann Bach; Sonata No. 4 in E minor “Fritz Kreisler,” Eugène Ysaÿe; New Work for unaccompanied violin, Joan Tower; and Sonata No. 10 in G Major, Op. 96, Ludwig van Beethoven. Value: $70 613 Two-Hour Private Tour of the Newseum Experience the Newseum by private guided tour with Multimedia Curriculum Specialist Anna Kassinger. Guided tour to be arranged at a mutually agreeable time. Value: $150

Embassy Row 700 Three Finnish Cookbooks Learn about Finnish cooking with these three cookbooks: Kuura’s New Nordic Cuisine, Zest: Finnish Artists in the Kitchen, and Simply Scandinavian. Value: $80 701 Double Cross Vodka and Slovak Majolika Porcelain A bottle of Slovak Double Cross Vodka and a piece of Slovak Majolika Porcelain. Value: $100 702 “I FEEL sLOVEnia” Gift Basket Basket includes an assortment of goods from Slovenia including bottles of wine, hand-made Rogaska crystal, Piran Salt, chocolate, and seven CDs with Slovenian instrumental and choral music. Value: $150 703 Basket of Barbadian Products A gift basket of Barbadian products.

Value: $300

704 Porcelain Beer Mug with Tin Lid A porcelain beer mug with tin lid, showing coat of arms of all German Federal States. Value: $35 705 Wine from the Vineyards of HSH Prince Hans-Adam II Six bottles of wine from the vineyards of His Serene Highness Prince Hans-Adam II of Liechtenstein. Value: $120 706 Glass Bowl Designed by Artis Nimanis Mr. Nimanis is a reputed and awarded Latvian glass designer, creator of the glass design brand an&angel, professor and department director of the glassware design department at the Riga Design and Art School. In his an&angel brand he is combining an innovative and functional style of crystal and glass, to create tableware that is subtle and elegant. His unique technique of layering glass allows the light to spread evenly across the glass that gives an&angel bowls their distinct shine and style. Value: $300 21

Estate Jewelry Gold Rings 800 14K gold ring set with fire opal doublet 801 18K gold ring set with two opals and .75ct diamond 802 14K gold ring set with .28ct diamonds 803 Jade and gold estate ring, 2014 appraisal included

Value: $800 Value: $3,400 Value: $900 Value: $1,460

804 Gold estate ring with six opals, 2014 appraisal included Value: $1,700 805 Gold and pearl estate ring, 2014 appraisal included

Value: $750

Gold Tie Pins 806 14K gold tie pin center-of-effort design 807 14K gold tie pin brushed Florentine ball 808 14K gold tie pin sand dollar design 809 14K gold tie pin fleur-de-lis design 810 14K gold tie pin, round with center diamond

Value: $180 Value: $150 Value: $110 Value: $80 Value: $120

Gold Necklaces 811 14K gold 18â&#x20AC;? necklace with Italian heart-shaped links Value: $1,200 812 14K gold 18â&#x20AC;?necklace, open club chain 22

Value: $900

Estate Jewelry Gold Pins 813 14K gold butterfly pin with .33ct pavé diamonds 814 14K white gold pin with white faceted crystal

Value: $500 Value: $150

Miscellaneous 815 14K gold 7” open link bracelet 816 14K gold earrings with opals

Value: $400 Value: $200

817 Sterling silver cufflinks/tie bar with Viking ship design Value: $200

Fine Art 900 Vietnamese Painting Evocative 1966 painting of boats in a storm by Vietnamese artist Khuong. Oil on canvas, framed, and stamped with artist’s name and date. Dimensions: 18” x 48”. Value: $400 901 Impressionist Oil Painting Oil painting in the style of Claude Monet’s Ile Aux Fleurs Near Vertheuil, 1880. Signed by the artist DePaolo; measures 12”x24” unframed; 20”x32” in stylish wooden frame. Value: $200 902 Chinese Watercolor on Silk Chinese watercolor of a bird with flowers painted onto silk; measures 14”x18” in glassed frame. Value: $150 903 African Art on Copper Plate Large 100% copper plate embossed and painted with African animals; measures 18”x24”. Value: $150 23

Fine Art 904 William Sharp Lithograph “The Other Woman” This amusing lithograph by renowned artist William Sharp (1900-1961) has recently been remounted on a preservation core and framed with museum glass. It measures 18”x14” framed and would be a great addition to a law office or library. Value: $500 905 The National Washington Monument Print This rendering of the Washington Monument, according to an early design, is drawn and engraved by A.C. Warren. Value: $60 906 Military Asylum: Washington Print This historical print, Military Asylum: Washington DC, is encased in a 10” by 12.75” matte. Value: $75 907 Original Post Impressionist Oil on Canvas, Place de l’Opera Artist: Hand-signed in lower right corner, artist’s signature unidentified. Condition: Excellent. Dimensions 20” x 24” canvas, framed without glass in carved finished frame. Provenance: Purchased by owner in Paris in October 1952. Value: $2,000 908 Pair of Framed Early Music Manuscripts A pair of framed medieval music manuscript fragments purchased in a German monastery. Value: $500 909 Gift Certificate for Quality Custom Picture Framing Broadway Gallery has provided quality custom picture framing since 1978. Gift certificate can be used toward the framing of artwork and collectibles or toward the framing of a custom mirror. Value: $100 910 Art Matters Appraisal From Broadway Gallery Do you really know what the art, antiques, and fine collectibles in your home are worth? Benedict Hastings—one of the region’s most respected appraisers—from Broadway Gallery: Fine Art & Custom Framing, will provide a one-hour, walkthrough appraisal. Your own private “Antiques Roadshow.” Value: $400 24

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