Four Chinese Famille Rose Peony-form Cups IBH1B, Item 6853292, Estimate: US$4,000-6,000, A Series of Three Online Auctions from a Round Top TX Ranch Chinese Works of Art, Session 2: Chinese Porcelain Spoons, Textiles, and Works of Art, Sept 19-Oct 3
Two specialized online auctions from the Estate of Ida Bess Howes are still open for online bidding at iGavel Auctions with their first session closing tomorrow, Sept 24 and their second session closing next Thursday, Oct 3. Their third session, Brass Scientific Instruments, Jewelry, and Works of Art opens this Thursday, Sept 26, so be sure to view all these lots from the marvelous collection of this conservationist rancher, world traveler, art collector, and arts advocate who resided in the Round Top, Texas community.
Also mark your calendars for their Chinese and Other Asian Works of Art sale opening next Tuesday, October 1!
Full details are below:
A Series of Three Online Auctions from a Round Top TX Ranch Chinese Works of Art
Presented by: Lark Mason Associates
Online Auction: September 10, 2024 – October 11, 2024
Session 1: Chinese Bird Feeders and Accessories Closing Tuesday, Sept 24
Session 2: Chinese Porcelain Spoons, Textiles, and Works of Art Closing Thursday, Oct 3
Session 3: Brass Scientific Instruments, Jewelry, and Works of Art Opening Sept 26 through Oct 11
The first session of the Estate of Ida Bess Howes features a rare collection of over 1,000 rare Chinese porcelain bird feeders and water containers, ranging from the Song Dynasty to Republic Period, with estimates projected to achieve between $100,000-200,000.
Highlights of the second auction, Chinese Porcelain Spoons, Textiles, and Works of Art, include 16 Chinese Famille Rose Peony Commemorative Cups, expected to fetch between $40,000-50,000; a superb collection of over 400 fine and rare Qing Dynasty porcelain spoons, including examples dating to the Guangxu period and earlier, as well as an Imperial Shendetang spoon crafted for the Hall of the Cultivation of Virtue, the summer residence of the Daoguang Emperor, expected to achieve $40,000-60,000. Also featured is a collection of approximately 200 Chinese miniature robin’s egg and monochrome glazed vessels, and more than 400 Chinese Qing dynasty textiles, including garments, fabrics, and wrapping cloths.
A Set of Six Chinese Embroidered Framed Silk Panels, late 19th Century (Estimate: $4,000-6,000), A Series of Three Online Auctions from a Round Top TX Ranch Chinese Works of Art Session 3, Sept 26-Oct 11
The third session in this series, Brass Scientific Instruments, Furniture and Works of Art, opens soon with a set of six Chinese Embroidered Framed Silk Panels from the late 19th century (Estimate: $4,000-6,000) as the standout lot.
Viewing of the first two Ida Bess Howes sales is by appointment at the New Braunfels gallery, 210 W. Mill Street. Items from the third session of the collection will be on display at the Round Top Ranch on Wednesday, Oct 9 and Thursday, Oct 10 from noon to 7:00 pm, with a wine reception on each day from 5 to 7 pm. Email: [email protected] for an invitation and address.
A Set of Eight Korean Painted Panels, late Joseon Dynasty (Estimate: $20,000-30,000), Chinese and Other Asian Works of Art, Oct 1-15
Chinese and Other Asian Works of Art
Presented by: Lark Mason Associates
Online Auction: October 1–15, 2024
Chinese and other Works of Art opens for bidding on October 1st through 15th. Among the highlights are a set of eight Korean Painted Panels, late Joseon Dynasty (Estimate: $20,000-30,000); a Chinese Formal Court Robe, Chaofu, Qing Dynasty (Estimate: $10,000-15,000); and a gilt lacquer seated Lohan, Qing Dynasty (Estimate: $5,000-8,000).