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Saturday, July 31, 2010

Imperial Chinese Screen Sells for $117,300


Imperial Chinese ScreenImperial Chinese screen hits the auction block with fervor! A 2 panel red lacquered Imperial Chinese screen sold to an unnamed phone bidder in Manor Auctions September 25th Asian Antiques & Decorative Arts specialty auction.

Imperial Chinese Treasure Discovered Under The Tallahassee Consignor's Bed Realized $117,300 At Auction!

Palm Beach, Florida July 25th 2010 – Manor Auctions, auction division to Sun State Collectibles, hammered home an Imperial Chinese treasure in its Asian Decorative Arts & Antiques Auctionin Palm Beach on July 25th.

One never knows what lies beneath the bed, in the closet or buried in the attic. This statement could not ring more true for an Imperial Chinese screen discovered under the bed of a Tallahassee area home. The consignor, a local Tallahassee resident, had absolutely no clue as to the value he had slept above for the past 20 years. In fact, he cannot even recall exactly where he bought the screen – except to believe it was purchased in a lot of screens from a NY auction house years back. In which case, it would have most likely been overlooked by the world’s prominent Chinese collectors.

The discovery and marketing of this screen created global fervor in the Chinese collecting community. This screen dates back hundreds of years, into Imperial China and possesses a strong collector demand to modern day collectors. “No comparable screen of this quality or rarity has seen the light of day in recent years, so the interest was unbelievably intense from moment this screenhit the market – we knew it was going to be exciting to sell – but not $117,300 exciting” states Paul Barattini, Owner of Grace Estate Buyers - Manor Auctions TallahasseeOffice. Barattini went on to explain how the sale of this screen reinforces the importance of professional research and auction services when people have potential valuables they are uncertain about. The battle to own the screen waged on for about 5 minutes between floor, Internet and phone bidders, with an unnamed phone bidder finally winning out.

This Imperial Chinese screen most likely made its way to the states by way of Britain. When the British Expeditionary Force of 1901 was sent to lift the siege of the British Legation in Beijing and quell the Boxer Rebellion - It is known that they entered the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Many of the original artifacts and decorations were taken back to Britain and a good many of those found their way to the States.

Manor Auctions has Florida galleries in Tallahassee, Lake City, Vero, Sun City and will be opening their new Thomasville GA office in August. Manor is accepting consignments for their September 2010 Palm Beach Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction. They handle single items, specialty collections and estates – and always offer a no cost appraisal consultation. Contact Manor Auctions today to schedule your consignment appraisal: 850-523-3787 or Complete & Submit This Form

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Florida Highwaymen Art Collection - 15 Paintings To Sell

Florida Highwaymen Art CollectionFLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ART COLLECTION OF 15 PAINTINGS TO SELL AT AUCTION

Florida Highwaymen art / The Highwaymen - A muli-generational Florida art phenomenon. A collection of Florida Highwaymen Paintings To Sell in Manor's Fine Art Session. The Highwymen paintings being offered encompass many of the great 1st & 2nd generation highwaymen. All retain their original frames - as they were sold by the artists - door to door - in some cases over 40 years ago.

Collectors can bid on the Highwaymen collection in the July 24th Palm Beach Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction via floor, phone, absentee or Internet.

We appraise Highwaymen art. Do you have Highwaymen paintings or other fine art to sell? Contact Manor Auctions for a No Cost art appraisal & consultation. We travel nationally for collections & fine art. 850-523-3787 or Via Web Inquiry

The following Florida Highwaymen Paintings Will Be sold In The Palm Beach Fine Art Auction:
30035 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - J GIBSON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by James Gibson. Original Florida Highwaymen. Some light wear to the paint. Period frame. Size: 20 x 24" total. Condition: VGC
30036 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING C WHEELER Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Charles Wheeler. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 19 x 22" total. Condition: VGC
30037 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - A HAIR Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene, unsigned but attributed to Alfred Hair (1941-1970 American) Highwayman, moonlight on river . Period frame. Size: 26 x 38" total. Condition: VGC
30038 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene. Unsigned. Period frame. Size: 27 x 40" total. Condition: VGC
30039 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - FOSTER Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene signed H Foster. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 27 x 19" total. Condition: VGC
30040 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - A BLACK Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Al (Blood) Black. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 38 x 27" total. Condition: VGC
30041 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - J DANIELS Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Johnny Daniels dated "76". Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 39 x 27" total. Condition: VGC
30042 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - LEM NEWTON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Lemuel Newton. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 38 x 27" total. Condition: VGC
30043 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - J MAYNOR Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by John Maynor. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 34 x 27" total. Condition: VGC
30044 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - S NEWTON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Samuel Newton. Original Florida Highwaymen Period frame. Size: 29 x 24" total. Condition: VGC
30045 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - McLENDON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Roy McLendon. Original Florida Highwaymen Period frame. Size: 39 x 27" total. Condition: VGC
30046 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - L NEWTON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by L Newton. Original Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 40 x 28" total. Condition: VGC
30047 HIGHWAYMEN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - S NEWTON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by Samuel Newton. Orginal Florida Highwaymen. Period frame. Size: 40 x 28" total. Condition: VGC
30048 HIGHWAYMAN FLORIDA LANDSCAPE PAINTING - J GIBSON Oil on board painting of a Florida coastal scene by James Gibson. Some damage to the paint. Period frame. Size: 20 x 26" total. Condition: VGC

Manor Auctions Palm Beach Auction - July 2010 Fine Collectibles

Friday, July 16, 2010

DAUM NANCY FRENCH ART GLASS VASE

DAUM NANCY FRENCH ART GLASS VASE

Daum Nancy Glass VaseDAUM NANCY FRENCH ART GLASS VASE Signed Daum Nancy glass vase with Cross of Loraine. Circa 1900. A rare Daum Nancy Green Forest scene with vines and village. Vibrant colors. A beautiful work of art. Size: 11.5" Condition: VGC EST. 5000-8000

This Daum Nancy forest scene vase will sell July 24th in the Palm Beach Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction.

Daum Nancyglass is some of the most beautiful and highly sought after collector glass. Daumalways possesses attributes of extreme beauty, delicacy and exquisite detail.

Want to buy this Daum Nancy vase? Can't make it to the auction as a floor bidder? BID ONLINE or Call to setup a phone or absentee bid: 850-523-3787

MostDaum Nancyworks surround the turn of the 20th Century and are typically acid etched cameo glass - most often very Art Nouveau in appearance. the name Daum was actually the Daum brothers in the city of Nancy. The mark will almost always consist of "Daum", "Nancy" which is the city and the Cross of Lorraine, which is a double cross, cross. You find this mark on every Daum piece.

This Daum Nancy vase, along with other fine glassware such as La Verre and Galle, will sell in the July 24th Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction - taking place at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Palm Beach FL.

Have Daum Nancy of other fine glassware to sell or appraise? Contact Manor Auctions for a No Cost consultation: 850-523-3787 Traveling Nationally For Fine Glass, Collectibles & Estates.

1954 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop Guitar To Sell July 2010

1954 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop / Gold Top Guitar w/ Original Case - Selling July 2010


1954 Gibson Les Paul Gold Top Guitar1954 GIBSON LES PAUL GOLDTOP GUITAR #4 0720 TO SELL AT AUCTION JULY 24TH, 2010. Buy this rare Gibson Les Paul guitar. The consignor bought this vintage collectible Les Paul guitar from the original owner and is 100% original (except strings). Almost no arm wear or greening, skinny frets with almost no fret wear and nothing that hinders playability, a few dents and dings only. An extremely fine example. Includes original brown hard shell case with pink lining. Size: N/A Condition: VGC EST. 20000-30000


This 1954 Gibson Les Paul Goldtop guitar, along with a collection of 12 other vintage guitars - will sell on July 24th, 2010 in Manor Auctions Palm Beach Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction.

The Gibson Les Paul is a solid body electric guitar originally developed in the early 1950s. The Les Paul was designed by Ted McCarty in collaboration with popular guitarist Les Paul, whom Gibson enlisted to endorse the new model.

Can't make it to thee auction? BID ONLINE or Call 850-523-3787 for phone bidding information.

Buy this guitar or any of these other fine collectible guitars & amplifiers being sold on July 24th:
FENDER TWIN AMP BLONDE AMPLIFIER 1960
Fender Twin Amp Blonde amplifier, the speakers are 1961 dated. All else appears original. Very good and working condition. Only 500 of these were made, the rarest of the Fender amplifiers. Size: 28" x 20" x 10" Condition: VGC Lot 30147

1960 GIBSON LES PAUL JUNIOR GUITAR #6 8518
3/4 size guitar, all original with original hard case. A few minor dents but generally very good. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30148

1959 GIBSON LES PAUL JUNIOR GUITAR #929489
Junior, double cut away in cherry. Original hard case. Minor marks, the carry case with an edge split. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30149

1965 GIBSON SG JUNIOR GUITAR #335741
Good original guitar, in original hard case. Cherry color wood. Some very light wear only. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30150

1960 FENDER DUO SONIC ELECTRIC GUITAR
Good original guitar, in original hard case (no carry handle). Desert sand color. Some wear. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30151

1967 RICKENBACKER ELECTRIC GUITAR
Good original guitar, in original hard case. Plain wood. Some very light wear only. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30152

1978 FENDER TELECASTER ELECTRIC GUITAR #S728045
Good original guitar, in a newer Fender hard case. Some wear. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30153


1954 GIBSON LES PAUL GOLD TOP GUITAR #4 0720
This guitar was bought from the original owner and is 100% original (except strings). Almost no arm wear or greening, skinny frets with almost no fret wear and nothing that hinders playability, a few dents and dings only. An extremely fine example. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30153

GIBSON CONSOLE 7/8 15 STRING SLIDE GUITAR1949 Console Grande with original legs and case. Complete and all original. Size: N/A Condition: VGC Lot 30154

About the Gibson Les Paul Goldtop Guitar

Gibson Les Paul Goldtop (1952–1958)

The 1952 Les Paul featured two P-90 single coil pickups, and a one-piece, 'trapeze'-style bridge and tailpiece, with strings that were fitted under (instead of over) a steel stop-bar. The weight and the tonal characteristics of the Les Paul were largely due to the mahogany and maple construction: maple is a hard and quite heavy wood, but was restricted to a cap over somewhat lighter mahogany, to keep weight under control.[8] In addition, the early 1952 Les Pauls were never issued serial numbers, did not have bound bodies, and are considered by some as "LP Model prototypes". However, the later 1952 Les Pauls were issued serial numbers and also came with bound bodies. Interestingly, the design scheme of some of these early models varied. For instance, some of the Les Pauls of this issue were fitted with black covered P90 pickups instead of the creme colored plastic covers that are associated with this guitar, even today. Of note, these early models, nicknamed "Goldtops", have begun to gain the interest of collectors, and subsequently, the associated nostalgic value of this instrument is increasing. In fact, re-sale prices of the vintage Les Pauls have begun to compete with already high priced, but more practical (and usable) Les Paul versions issued in later years.

Have one to sell? Contact Manor Auctions for a No Cost consultation. 850-523-3787

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Palm Beach Auction | Asian Decorative Arts & Antiques Auction | Ivory & Cloisonne

Palm Beach Auction, Fine Art Auction, Jewelry Auction, Collectibles Auction

Manor Auctions presents 400 lots of Fine Art, Jewelry, Diamonds & Collectibles in their July 24th Palm Beach Auction

Come Out And Join Us For The Auction! There Is No Cost To Attend This Auction Event. Complimentary Parking, Catalog & Refreshments For All Auction Attendees.

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Most Auction Items Selling Absolute - Unreserved, To The Highest Bidder! Don't Miss Out.

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July 24th, 2010 Fine Art, Jewelry & Collectible Auction Highlights Include:

  • 15 Piece Florida Highwaymen Art Collection
  • Signed Daum Nancy Glass
  • Signed Galle Glass
  • 1954 Gibson Les Paul Guitar W/ Original Case
  • 8 Piece Vintage Gibson & Other Guitars, Amplifiers & Instruments Collection
  • Many 1, 2 & 3 Carat Diamond Rings & Jewelry
  • A Large Civil War Military Collection
  • Rolex & Fine Estate Watches, Including A Stunning Art Deco Ladies Platinum & Diamond Watch
  • A Private 19C. Peruvian Fine Art Collection
  • A Private Collection Of Original Garossa Art Works
  • Varied Sterling Silver & European Silver Pieces and Services
  • Certified Gold & Silver Coins, Including a Pine Tree Shilling
  • Fantastic Offering Of Fine Jewelry Rings, Necklaces, Earrings & Bracelets
  • Original Saturday Evening Post Illustrations Of Alan Robs
  • Original Saturday Evening Post Illustrations Of Austin Briggs
  • Wavecrest Dresser & Glove Boxes
  • Steuben Glass Shades & Lighting
  • Confederate & Other National Currency Notes

Venue / Date: Palm Beach County Convention Center (650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach FL 33401) on Saturday, July 24th 2010 @ 11am

Parking: Complimentary Parking For All Auction Attendees

Lot Preview: Friday July 23rd 3pm - 6pm & Beginning 9am Saturday July 24th (Day of sale)

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Including A Fine Assortment Of:

  • Original Art
  • Fine & Estate Jewelry
  • Diamonds
  • Luxury Timepieces
  • Currency / Notes
  • Coins
  • Musical Instruments
  • Glassware
  • Pottery
  • Ivory
  • Silver
  • Statuary
  • Historical Documents
  • Autographs
  • Military Items
  • Firearms
  • Antiques
  • Estate Items

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