LEONARD, issue 27, April 2014

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Issue TWENTYSEVEN / APRIL 2014

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The economy of beautiful things and interesting people


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LOTS OF WINDOWS, NO CABINETS AND NO FORMAL DINING John Albrecht Managing Director Leonard Joel

The antique world has never bothered itself woods, different size objects and different would be that there do remain populations up, if only gradually, when one compares much with practicalities such as lifestyle, periods – the results are a fascinating and of collectors for all periods and materials the prices of reproduction equivalents that scale or dining habits but in recent years the very succinct insight in to how lifestyle is but the challenge is finding that “collecting ooze none of the quality, history or aesthetics subject of what people are now buying and changing buying habits. The three crucial or decorating crowd” when one comes to of a true period piece. As absurd as it might why has become far more topical. In the mid observations the article makes are firstly that selling. That is why it is important to ask your sound I keep waiting for a Hollywood February issue of Antiques Trade Gazette the market for antique furniture peaked in prospective selling agent how deep and how movie star to unveil their new apartment, the lead article was devoted to this subject 2002, secondly that price declines have been broad their marketing platform and client ranch or beachside residence with new that is generating more and more interest. At more pronounced amongst the categories base is to be sure they have your collection interpretations of periods gone by created the heart of the discussion is the trajectory most associated with formal dining, being covered. I would also suggest that it feels to by some hot international interior designer. of traditional furniture prices that have been mahogany and the regency period and finally me like prices have now flattened out and Why? Because it’ll probably take something well measured for the best part of almost half that very large and bulky items seem less in steadied for quality period furniture – I think like that for younger buying audiences to a century. A 45 year old index out of London demand. So what to make of all this apart it has been a slow freefall for two decades see just how much can be achieved with an that measures 1400 items regularly appearing from the fact that we know houses have fewer that is now largely at an end. Finally, I agree eclectic rather than an “empty-white-room” at auction and via dealerships has noted in walls, less display space and little formal with the sentiments of many an antique sensibility! some detail the performance of different dining design? My overarching response dealer and observer that pricing must pick

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wish to sell, the Leonard Joel team of spe- history of assisting both trust companies and cialists can guide you through the entire val- executors with the dispersal of important uation and auction process. We can provide collections. We provide fiduciaries (lawyers, you with experts across all collecting fields, trust officers, accountants and executors) no less than thirteen categories of auction to with a complete suite of services to manage select from and the most expansive calendar accurately and successfully the dispersal of catalogue auctions in Australia. Leon- of large and small estates. Our services are ard Joel specialists conduct insurance and specially designed to aid in the appraisal market valuations for the entire spectrum and dispersal of fine art, antiques, jewelof clients - private collectors, corporations, lery, objet d’art, collectables, books & manumuseums, fiduciaries and government enti- scripts and general household contents. ties are advised by our valuers and specialists on a daily basis. Our specialists are now sourcing single items and collections for the following categories:

Australian and International Art Fine Jewellery and Wristwatches Pre-Owned Luxury Classic Objects and Furniture Modern Design Single Owner Collections Collectable Toys and Sporting Memorabilia Militaria AN ANTIQUE WORLD GLOBE Sold $2,318 IBP

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Calendar

Forthcoming Auctions The Vintage Interiors Auction Every Thursday Furniture & Interiors – 10am Jewellery & Wristwatches – 10.30am Art – 11.30am Books – 12pm Objects & Collectables – 12pm

BID LIVE ONLINE

333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

An International Collection of Photography Thursday 3rd April 2014 – 11.30am 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

The Estate of Laszlo Erdos Thursday 10th April 2014 – 4pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

SINGLE OWNER AUCTION

The Monthly Toy Auction Thursday 1st May 2014 – 12pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

Pre-Owned Luxury Auction Thursday 8th May 2014 – 1pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

Arts Project Australia Auction Monday 12th May 2014 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

CHARITY AUCTION

An Important Collection of Contemporary Art Monday 19th May 2014 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

Specialist Prints & Photography Auction Thursday 29th May 2014 – 11.30am 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables Auction Sunday 1st June 2014 – 12pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

The Fine Jewellery Auction

An Important Collection of Contemporary Art Monday 19 May 2014, 6.30pm

Monday 16th June 2014 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

BRETT HARRISON ALLEN (Born 20th Century) The Life Force Angels # 1 & 7 2002 bronze on granite base (2) 160cm height

The Fine Art Auction Tuesday 17th June 2014 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

The Modern Design Auction Thursday 26th June 2014 – 12pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria

Auctions and viewing times are subject to change.

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NEWS

NOW C ONS I G N I N G

SPECIALIST PRINTS & PHOTOGRAPHY AUCTION THURSDAY 29 MAY

CASHED UP MINERS BACK IN TOWN 122 YEARS LATER At its peak in 1892 Coolgardie boasted no less than 700 mining companies and all registered with the London Stock Exchange so not surprising that a few lucky prospectors of the day commissioned the odd keepsake for their special person. Lot 96 was quite literally “a walk down mining-town lane”. In its original fitted box, this brooch bearing the name of the town as its central design realised more than 17 times its low estimate to sell for $17,080 (IBP). The brooch was attributed to Joseph Pearl and enjoyed no less than five phone bidders! Once upon a time these brooches were commissioned by prospectors and now West Australian miners are once again re-celebrating with the re-acquisition of these museum quality pieces. Enquiries John D’Agata, Head of Jewellery (03) 8825 5605 / 0408 355 339 john.dagata@leonardjoel.com.au

WHEN EN AM EL IS P ER FE C T So rare to find these delicately enamelled turn of the century pocket watches in such good condition so no surprise that this lot 97, set with ROBERT HARDING PRINTERS Boomerang Tyres: There and Back advertising poster for Barnet Glass Rubber Co. LTD 226 x 133cm Sold $3904 IBP

seed pearls and original European cut diamonds, sold for more than four times its pre-sale estimate to sell for $2684 (IBP).

Enquiries Nicole Salvo Assistant Head of Art (03) 8825 5624 nicole.salvo@leonardjoel.com.au

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PREOWNED LuXuRY

MOviE MEMORABiLiA & tOYS

WANTED FOR MAY AUCTION

RARe SPeCIAl AuSTRAlIAn PoSTeR FoR ‘RolleRbAll’ Sold $366 IbP

Enquiries John D’Agata, Head of Jewellery (03) 8825 5605 / 0408 355 339 john.dagata@leonardjoel.com.au

WE HAvE A W i NNE R! Congratulations to Cheryl the winner of a new mini iPad and a big thank you to everyone that registered on our new website.

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RARe ho MARKlIn 3-RAIl ST 800 3-CAR ARTICulATed blue And CReAM oVeRheAd eleCTRIC eMu TRIebwAGen, CReAM And GReY RooF, wITh InTeRnAl PACKAGInG Sold $1,464 IbP

WaNTeD for MaY auCTIoN Enquiries Giles Moon | Head of Collectables (03) 8825 5635 giles.moon@leonardjoel.com.au

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CONTEMPORARY ART

ATTASIT POKPONG Portrait 2009 acrylic on canvas 149 x 129.5cm

§ JOHN KELLY (BORN 1965) Cow Stack 1994 watercolour, gouache and chalk on paper 37.5 x 28cm © reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

HIGHLIGHTS FROM AN Important COLLECTION of contemporary Art

§ TIM STORRIER (BORN 1949) Untitled Oil on canvas 32 x 182.5cm

An Important Collection of Contemporary Art Monday 19 May 2014, 6.30pm

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Enquiries Sophie Ullin Head of Art (03) 8825 5609 / 0413 912 307 sophie.ullin@leonardjoel.com.au

Preview Wednesday 14 May 2014 9am - 8pm Thursday 15 May 2014 10am - 4pm Friday 16 May 2014 10am - 4pm Saturday 17 May 2014 10am - 5pm Sunday 18 May 2014 10am - 5pm

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MAX DUPAIN (1911-1992) Untitled 1982 silver gelatin print 23 x 29cm

STEPHEN BUSH (BORN 1958) Southeast in the Summer 2006 oil and enamel on linen 183 x 183cm

© reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

© reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

DEL KATHRYN BARTON (BORN 1972) That’s When I Was Another Tree 1 2007 coloured lithograph 2/30 125.5 x 95cm

REX DUPAIN (BORN 1954) Girl with Red Towl 2005 c-type photograph 4/10 100 x 100cm

§ MARTINE EMDUR (BORN 1967) Deep Turquoise oil on linen 152.5 x 229cm © reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

MIRKA MORA (BORN 1928) The Back Fence 1992 oil on board 42 x 122cm

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FINE JEWELLERY RESULTS

HELLO YELLOW What a privilege to have had the opportunity of presenting Lot 125 in the recent March Fine Jewellery Auction. Natural fancy yellow diamonds are extremely rare and even rarer to have one weighing more than 6 carats! This exceptionally fine yellow and white diamond ring set with a central square emerald cut yellow diamond realised $91,500 (IBP). Stones of this calibre have to be tendered for by the trade which confirms their scarcity. This stone was just beautiful, a great investment piece and is now the pride and joy of its new owner. The ring was discovered in Sydney and marketed by the fine jewellery team throughout Australia and internationally.

An Impressive Yellow diamond ring Sold for $91,500 IBP

Now consigning fine JEWELLERY for AUCTION 16 JUNE 2014

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FINE JEWELLERY RESULTS

An early Victorian Coral Tiara Sold for $5,612 IBP

WHEN DESIGN TRANSCENDS THE AGES

An enamel locket discovered in Sydney

Lot 8, the superbly crafted locket in enamel and 18carat yellow gold, by Harry Emanuel of London and still in its original box, enjoyed strong room and telephone bidding. The piece was in such superb original condition it felt as if it had travelled through time and in a fashion that one could be forgiven for thinking that it had never been handled – the original fitted leather box was just the icing on the cake for the collector at heart! While elaborate in design, the pale blue enamel detail gave it a light, almost 1920s feel that appealed to younger jewellery hunters and finally it was sold for $6,710 (IBP). It is easy in this very minimalist age to dismiss much antique design but it is good to be reminded that good design can be found in every era. Lot 102 was just such an

A Victorian Locket by Harry Emanuel of London Sold for $6,710 IBP

example; both Victorian and a tiara, its understated Etruscan design set with coral buttons could be worn today with as much relevance as it was worn 150 years ago and sold for $5,612 (IBP).

FROM CARTIER TO GRISOGONO On Monday evening Leonard Joel successfully sold signed designer jewellery by Cartier, Tiffany & Co, Van Cleef & Arpels, Paspaley, Bulgari, Larry, Autore, Chopard, Rolex, Dunhill, Chanel, Rolex and Grisogono. If you have fine designer jeweller that you know longer wear why not offer it in Australia’s largest auction market for fine jewellery.

This de Grisogono cuff by Swiss luxury jeweller to the stars, lot 184, of shagreen leather and black and white diamonds sold for $15,860 (IBP)

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FINE ART RESULTS

EUGENE VON GUÉRARD (1811-1901) View of Mt Sturgeon and Mt Abrupt from the Crater of Bald Hill 1856, 1869 oil on academy board 29 x 45.5cm Sold for $329,400 IBP

COLONIAL JEWEL SHINES In an art market fixated with new mediums,

close to the year of its creation, the View of

and never been on public view - this level

lake complete with wonderfully detailed

challenging subject matter and spectacular

Mt Sturgeon and Mt Abrupt from the Crater

of mystery only added to the painting’s

sheep herded by a farmer. No less than ten

scale it was always going to have to be a very

of Bald Hill in Victoria, had remained in

desirability and assured its pre-auction

collectors bid for the painting and carried

special traditional painting to captivate the

family hands for exactly 145 years until its

status as a “must have” amongst serious

the final price to $329,400 (IBP) to almost

Leonard Joel fine art audience on Tuesday

unearthing by Sophie Ullin, Head of Art

collectors. The subject was classic Guérard

triple the paintings low estimate.

evening. Just 29cm in height and 45cm in

at Leonard Joel and Guy Cairnduff our

in both its detail and its composition; a grand

length, the 1869 oil painting on board by

Head Valuer. Meticulously researched it

sweeping view taking in Mt Sturgeon and

Australia’s preeminent colonial painter

was discovered that the painting had never

Mt Abrupt complimented by a delicate and

Eugene von Guérard did just that. Acquired

been exhibited, never been documented

lifelike rendering of the property’s crater

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FINE ART RESULTS

AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

CHARLES BLACKMAN (BORN 1928) Girl with Flowers oil on board 74 x 49cm Sold for $31,720 IBP

MATTHEW SIMMONS (BORN 1976) Ant Hill 2004 oil on canvas 121 x 83.5cm Sold for $5,124 IBP

© reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

CHARLES BLACKMAN (BORN 1928) Two Children circa 1953-55 conte on litho paper 101.0 x 95.0cm (sheet size) Sold for $15,860 IBP

DEIDRE BUT-HUSAIM (BORN 1959) They’re Nobody’s Babies Now 2007 oil on linen 111.5 x 198cm Sold for $4,880 IBP

ANTHONY LISTER (BORN 1980) Three Palm Heart Technique Left mixed media on canvas 185 x 185cm Sold for $6,100 IBP

© reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

© reproduced with the permission of VISCOPY Ltd

YOSL BERGNER (BORN 1920) Yossi with the Fiddle bronze 1/9 unique state 36cm (height) Sold for $21,960 IBP

Now consigning fine art & sculptures for AUCTION 17 JUNE 2014 Leonard

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CLASSIC FURNITURE, OBJECTS & Collectables

Classic Furniture Objects & COLLECTABLES A LOUIS XV STYLE GILT WOOD FRAMED FAUTEUIL Estimate on Request

The June Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables auction will feature no less than eight single owner collections, sourced from private estates and collections around Australia. The collections span an impressive array of categories in the decorative arts, including early English porcelain, British and European glass, Asian works of art, Australian decorative arts, fine silver and luxury furnishings and accessories.

GEORG JENSEN A STERLING SILVER FIVE LIGHT CANDELABRA MODEL 224 DESIGNED BY JOHANN RHODES, POST-1945 $20,000-30,000

Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables Auction Sunday 1 June 2014, 12pm

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Enquiries Guy Cairnduff Head of Classic Furniture & Objects (03) 8825 5611 / 0407 828 137 guy.cairnduff@leonardjoel.com.au

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Giles Moon Head of Modern Design & Collectables (03) 8825 5635 / 0439 493 038 giles.moon@leonardjoel.com.au

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SINGLE OWNER COLLECTION

A SINGLE OWNER Collection of luxury furnishings and accessories To be offered in the Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables Auction Sunday 1 June at 12pm

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ASIAN ART

A CHINESE HARDWOOD AND LACQUERED STONE INLAID SCREEN ON STAND CIRCA 1900 191cm high x 108cm wide x 63cm deep $10,000 - 15,000

ASIAN ART Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables Auction Sunday 1 June 2014, 12pm

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Enquiries Guy Cairnduff Head of Classic Furniture & Objects (03) 8825 5611 / 0407 828 137 guy.cairnduff@leonardjoel.com.au

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Liza Hallam Specialist Asian Works of Art (03) 8825 5626 liza.hallam@leonardjoel.com.au

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THE ESTATE OF LASZLO ERDOS

THE ESTATE OF LASZLO ERDOS A SINGLE OWNER collection of porcelain, silver and objects TO be offered in our LEONARD Room

VICTORIAN CAMPAIGN WRITING DESK WITH FITTED LEATHERETTE INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS $300 - 500

AUCTION THURSDAY 10 APRIL AT 4pm

HAND PAINTED LACQUERED VICTORIAN SALON CHAIR WITH CANE SEAT $160 - 260

LATE 19TH CENTURY STOURBRIDGE MILLEFIORI GLASS INKWELL, PARTIAL LABLE TO BASE $300 - 500

The Estate of Laszlo Erdos Auction Thursday 10 April 2014, 4pm

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Preview Wednesday 9th April 9am-8pm

Enquiries Chiara Curcio, Cabinet Room Manager & Book Specialist (03) 8825 5604 chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au

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Liza Hallam Specialist Asian Works of Art (03) 8825 5626 liza.hallam@leonardjoel.com.au

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phoToGraphY

An InTeRnATIonAl ColleCTIon oF PhoToGRAPhY auCTIoN ThursDaY 3 aprIl aT 11.30aM Enquiries contact Giles Moon giles.moon@leonardjoel.com.au 0439 493 038 / 03 8825 5635

JOHN WIMBERLEY (AMERICAN, BORN 1945) Guardian of the Range, circa 1981, silver gelatin print 29 x 20cm $300 - 400

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Clients or advisers considering selling will require our valuation service. So whether you’re considering selling or simply require updated advice as to the value of a particular item or collection, Leonard Joel can provide a total solution. We value Fine Jewellery, Fine Art, Objects & Collectables and Single Owner Collections.

INTRODUCING ROBERT WILLIAMS Leonard Joel is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Sydney Representative Robert Williams. Robert has vast auction experience having worked at Bonhams & Goodman, Sothebys and most recently Theodore Bruce where he was a generalist valuer. Robert’s love of abject d’art began whilst working for Kenneth Harvey Antiques and Roseberys Fine Art in London. In conjunction with our Head of Jewellery John D’Agata, the office at 39 Queen Street Woollahra is currently accepting appointments for appraisals and will be focussing its attention on Fine Jewellery and Single-Owner Collections. Whether you have a single item or an entire collection, Robert can be contacted for a complimentary market valuation, advice on selling or simply to identify a mystery item.

VALUATION DAY IN SYDNEY EVERY WEDNESDAY BY APPOINTMENT ROBERT WILLIAMS (02) 9362 9045 39 Queen StREET, woollahra, NSW 2025

DISCOVERED IN SYDNEY, OFFERED TO THE WORLD This intricately decorated 18carat gold open face pocket watch, lot 94, was recently unearthed in Sydney by Robert Williams of our Woollahra offices. Manufactured by Osborne & Molineaux of Dublin and accompanied by no less than three winders it sold for more than double its low estimate for $3,660 (IBP). As an aside, pocket watches are enjoying a mini-revival and being worn once again as a refreshing change from the wristwatch – this trend is more than a little inspired by the period detail in costumes from cable series like Boardwalk Empire.

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the VINTAGE interiors Auction

VINTAGE INTERIORS AUCTION AUSTRALIANA ITEMS WANTED FOR AUCTION Colonial furniture Ephemera Early Australian pottery Historical artefacts

Enquiries Chiara Curcio | Cabinet Room Manager and Book Specialist (03) 8825 5604 chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au

AUCTION 8 MAY AT 10AM Impressive Bendigo pottery exhibition teapot $2,000-3,000

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Every Wednesday from 9am to 8pm literally thousands of private clients and members of

Every Thursday beginning at 10am Leonard Joel auctions the most fascinating and

the antique and arts trade have made visiting Leonard Joel one of their weekly rituals. All

expansive array of objects, art, design and interior furniture in the country – it is no

items offered for sale can be viewed on this day and we have expert specialists available

exaggeration to state that after 90 years our weekly auction has become a Melbourne

to answer any questions you might have. The auction can also be viewed on our fully

institution that in so many ways retains the original character and atmosphere of a 19th

illustrated website from 10am Wednesday morning.

century auction room.

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MY booKshop bY CorrIe perKIN

REMODELiStA

A MAnuAl FoR The ConSIdeRed hoMe “Remodelista is my favorite website for home design ideas,’’ actress and interiors book author Diane Keaton recently observed. We agree. Since this US-based website launched six years ago, it has built a vast network of the world’s best architects, designers and decorators, craftsmen and gardeners. Its projects are inspiring, and home decorators and renovators always discover a new way of making spaces work. The new Remodelista book, published by Artisan, features 12 houses - a “start-to-finish field guide to creating your own domestic sanctuary’’. Website founder and book editor Julie Carlson reminds readers that “living the Remodelista life needn’t be expensive or involve outside experts. It also needn’t require grandeur of any sort. It’s about training your eye and finding what’s right for you.’’ We hope, as you enjoy this month’s Leonard magazine and the year’s Leonard Joel furniture catalogues, you will remember the Remodelista message. This book will have you thinking in brave and creative new ways.

BY CORRiE PERkiN REMODELISTA: A MANUAL FOR THE CONSIDERED HOME By Julie Carlson $49.95 (Artisan Books)

Corrie Perkin is the owner of My Bookshop By Corrie Perkin,

Book author Julie Carlson

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MODERN DESIGN

Modern Design ANGUS O’CALLAGHAN (Born 1922) Princess Bridge Evening 160 x 160cm Sold $11,590 IBP

Anne Judell Ikari 1976 acrylic on canvas 76 x 76cm Sold for $170 IBP

WANTED FOR JUNE AUCTION

Luciano Vistosi (1931-2010) Egg Shaped Floor Lamp Sold for $2,440 IBP

JOE COLOMBO (1930-1971 White Elda Chair Sold for $4,636 IBP

Archimede Seguso (1909-2010) Ruby Glass Vase with Gold Leaf Inclusions Sold For $366 IBP

ROSANDO BROS A FITTED SIDEBOARD Sold $7,930 IBP

Enquiries Giles Moon | Head of Collectables (03) 8825 5635 giles.moon@leonardjoel.com.au

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VAULT VAULT

ALASDAIR MCLUCKIE Re-upholstered vintage ceramic lamp with woven glass seed beads (detail), 2013 45 x 22 x 22 cm Private Collection, Melbourne Courtesy the artist and Murray White Room, Melbourne

NEW ART & CULTURE ISSUE 5 NOVEMBER 2013 KAREN BLACK MARK MANDERS RAYMOND PETTIBON SRIWHANA SPONG MARTINO GAMPER MARK HILTON

NEW ART & CULTURE MAGAZINE SHINRO OHTAKE

ALASDAIR MCLUCKIE FEEDBACK LOOPS...

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Alasdair McLuckie’s art may retain traces of distant histories and cultural practices, but its roots are closer to home. By Dan Rule The various strands underpinning Melbourne artist Alasdair McLuckie’s practice might seem disparate at a glance. On the one hand, the 30-year-old’s boldly designed and intricately embroidered beadworks can be traced back to Native North American weaving techniques; methodologies that McLuckie learnt from his father, an avid collector of tribal arts and artefacts. On the other, his Picassoesque drawings and sculptures – rendered in biro pen on recycled bookbinder’s board and cobbled together with electrical tape – are at once fastidious in their detail and considerably lo-fi in their materiality. His strikingly economical collages, meanwhile, read like exercises in spontaneity and at times humorous anthropomorphic form. But the references and formal threads that define McLuckie’s work – which, in the last six months, has shown as part of both Melbourne Now at the National Gallery of Victoria and Future Primitive at the Heide Museum of Modern Art, and seen him win the QANTAS Spirit of Youth Award – aren’t without a compass. And they all tend to lead back to the same place. MUCH HAS BEEN MADE OF YOUR BEADWORK’S CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL BEARINGS. HOW DID IT COME TO PERMEATE YOUR PRACTICE? I got into that after seeing my dad engaging with it himself. In my second year of art school, I eventually just asked him if he would teach me how to do it. He had made himself this tiny little loom, which was really beautiful. So he taught me and the first pieces were made on my dad’s little loom. The more I engaged with art

history in university, the more I was uninterested in Western art history and classical Western art – it really bored me. I just became more and more interested in tribal and primitive art on the one hand and contemporary art on the other. To my eye, there just seemed to be a particular directness to so-called ‘primitive’ and tribal art. The process of the beadwork was also a bit of a drawcard, as I’d never seen it being used in a contemporary art context. WHAT ABOUT YOUR FATHER’S INTEREST? He was interested in tribal arts from all over the world. He had things from Africa and all manner of places, but his primarily interest was in Native North American art. And so he taught himself these Native North American techniques purely out of interest. To make things and understand through making is a really fascinating way to engage with an interest. It wasn’t weird or different for me – it was just the stuff that was around the house. I think because of that, I don’t think about it in a hugely conceptual way in relation to my practice. NONETHELESS, HOW DO YOU NEGOTIATE THE IMPLICATIONS OF USING PRACTICES THAT RELATE IN SOME WAY TO OTHER CULTURES? It can be problematic having a contemporary practice and referencing this kind of material, and navigating it can be quite interesting and quite tricky. There are elements of attraction and desire, which is again tied into modernism’s relationship with this kind of thing too. It is very personal for me in the sense that it comes from my father. It was more than just an appreciation for me – it was something that I grew up with. I can always remember having these objects and artworks around. Read the full interview in Issue 6 of Vault magazine, coming in April 2014

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