This exceptional auction presents a diverse collection spanning fine art, luxury timepieces, high-end jewelry, silver, bronze, period furniture, Persian rugs, and decorative glass pieces from various periods and styles.

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The fine art selection includes notable works by American Impressionist Hayley Lever (1876-1958), and Pennsylvania landscape artist John Fulton Folinsbee (1892-1972). Art by David Burliuk, often called the father of Russian Futurism, Walter Emerson Baum, Daniel Garber, Ernest Lawson, and Columbus Knox.

Luxury timepieces feature prominently with several prestigious brands represented. These include a Rolex Daytona Cosmograph (Ref. 116518) with rose dial and 18k gold bezel, an 18k Cartier Santos Carrée, ladies' and gents' Rolex Datejust models, and multiple Patek Philippe watches.

The jewelry collection features twelve distinctive Demaret pieces from Belgium, including an 18k gold cuff bracelet with coral cabochons, pearl necklace, opal brooch, and various earrings with the brand's signature abstract designs. Additional highlights include an 18k gold brooch with champagne diamonds. The collection spans Victorian, Art Deco, and mid-century modern pieces, each showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.

Silver enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive selection with multiple flatware sets including a Tiffany Audubon set. The Centennial Hawley Cup stands as a significant silver highlight.

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For collectors of decorative arts, the auction includes elegant Lalique glass creations known for their distinctive designs, along with bronze sculptures and decorative objects displaying rich patinas and artistic detail.

Memorabilia collectors can bid on a rare Abraham Lincoln signature card, offering a tangible connection to American presidential history and over 40 lots of autographs.

The furniture and rug collection features exceptional American period pieces spanning Queen Anne, Chippendale, Federal, and Hepplewhite styles. Highlights include a New England Chippendale block front slant front desk with claw and ball feet, a Massachusetts Chippendale chest-on-chest with broken arch pediment, and several fine Federal inlaid bow front chests of drawers. Persian rugs and carpets are offered to include Heriz and Kashan and a Tabriz rug attributed to weaver Hadji Jallili (Haji Jalili).

Additional categories include fine porcelain, antique furniture, and decorative glass pieces that complement the main highlights. The breadth of items reflects sophisticated collecting sensibilities, with pieces selected for their artistic merit, craftsmanship, provenance, and historical significance.

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Preview: In-Person | Hatfield, PA
Monday, March 10th | 9AM – 3PM

Tuesday, March 11th | 9AM – 3PM

Wednesday, March 12th | 9AM – 3PM

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Wednesday, March 5th | 2PM - 6PM

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Auction is open for pre-bidding until Thursday, March 13^th at 10AM, at which time pre-bidding will cease and the auction will go live at the auction center (no live audience, just our auctioneer and auction staff). When the auction goes live, lots will be sold one at a time, in numerical order, by a live auctioneer who will be taking bids from multiple online bidding platforms, absentee and phone bids. During pre-bidding you are able to submit a max (maximum) bid. The bidding platform or our auction staff will bid on your behalf up to the maximum bid that you have entered. Once the auction goes live if you wish to increase your bid you will have to wait until that lot opens for bidding and enter any additional bids manually.

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