February brings a windfall of distinguished property to Michaan’s monthly Gallery Auction. American Impressionist Childe Hassam and Berkeley sculptor Stephen de Staebler are featured artists.
A marvelous view of “Leaving Manhattan” by Cecil Crosley Bell is $5,000-$7,000. Beads of the world, some dating to ancient times, are offered as well as old Native American, Tibetan and Chinese jewelry from the Estate of Wylda Hammond Nelson, MD., Davis CA. Precious gems and designer pieces are also among the jewelry lots to be sold. Carved jade, agate and amber are just a few of February’s Asian art treasures. Modern furniture by Eames and Wegner is highlighted. Fine silver and period antique furnishings will also be sold.