Baltimore-based Auctioneer Alex Cooper will host a two-day Gallery Auction on Thursday, January 25th and Saturday, January 27th featuring an incredible selection of unique and rare items, including fine jewelry, luxury accessories, sterling silver, rare coins, fine rugs, decorative arts, paintings and furniture.
The auction is headlined by several exceptional pieces, including a 10.02-carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring (estimated value $80,000 - $100,000), a signed George Bellows lithograph, "A Stag at Sharkey's" (estimated value $80,000 – $100,000) and a Sam Gilliam mixed media work, "Dark of the Moon" (estimated value $50,000 - $70,000). The auction will also feature a rare signed screen-print from world-renowned artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat, entitled "Flexible," (estimated value $50,000 – $70,000).
Notable Fine Jewelry, Sterling Silver, Accessories, Coins and Currency available in the Thursday, January 25th auction include:
- Lot 108: Lady’s 18K Bulgari Ergon Wrist Watch
- Lot 161: A Rare Czar Nicholas II Imperial Monogram Ring
- Lot 162: Lady's 18K Lady's Dress Rolex Watch
- Lot 220: Two Toned, Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold, Breitling Wrist Watch
- Lot 223: Breitling Colt Automatic Stainless Watch
- Lot 224: Two Toned Breitling Windrider Chronograph Watch
- Lot 235: A Lady's 4.35 Round Brilliant Diamond Ring
- Lot 256: A Lady’s 2.82-carat Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Gold
- Lot 258: A Stunning Emerald & Diamond Ring in White Gold
- Lot 267: An Important Pair of Ruby & Diamond Earrings
- Lot 269: A Statement 2.72-carat Ruby & Diamond Ring
- Lot 293: A Lady’s 10.02-carat Radiant Cut Diamond Ring
- Lots 315-350: Assorted Hermès Silk & Cashmere Scarves
- Lot 489: Rare Pair Victorian Kirk Coin Silver Egg Cups
- Lot 510: A Pair of Posen Silver Five Light Candelabra
- Lot 619: US 2004 American Eagle Gold Proof 4-Coin Set
Notable Antique Rugs, Decorative Arts, Fine Art and Furniture available in the Saturday, January 27h auction include:
- Lot 856: Rare Antique Bakhshayesh Rug, Approx. 7.5x11.3
- Lot 860: Rare Antique Serapi Carpet, Approx. 9.8x12.2
- Lot 879: Antique Karaja Carpet, Approx. 8.8x12.8
- Lot 901: Marc Chagall, “Circus Girl Rider” Signed Lithograph
- Lot 902: Sam Gilliam, "Dark of the Moon" Mixed Media; Signed & Dated
- Lot 903: Sam Gilliam, “Untitled” Mixed Media; Signed & Dated
- Lot 904: Jean-Michel Basquiat, "Flexible," Color Screenprint, Flatiron Edition
- Lot 908: George Bellows, "A Stag at Sharkey's" Lithograph, Signed
- Lot 914: Tom Wesselmann, “Monica with Tulips” Signed Screenprint
- Lot 937: Louis Icart. "Ladies in a Carriage," Oil On Board
- Lot 1103: George Nakashima Walnut Plank Headboard
- Lot 1112: Jacobean Revival Style Carved Oak Dresser
- Lot 1392: French Empire Bronze & Marble Figural Clock
- Lot 1393: Pair Monumental French Empire Style Candelabra
“We are thrilled to kick off 2018 with an incredible collection of rare and unique items that will peak the interest of even the most discerning buyers,” said Paul Cooper, Vice President of Alex Cooper. “From storied artifacts, stunning jewelry and luxurious accessories to art and home décor from some of the world’s most iconic artists, this auction has it all. We are looking forward to an incredibly successful 2018 and this Gallery Auction is a great first step!”
The Thursday, January 25th auction will begin promptly at 12 noon EST; the Saturday, January 27th auction will begin at 10 am EST. All sales will take place at Alex Cooper Auctioneers, located at 908 York Road in Towson, Maryland.
Available items can be previewed at the Gallery, or online at http: //antiques.alexcooper.com. Online bidding is available through Alex Cooper’s website, along with the Live Auctioneers & Invaluable platforms; phone and absentee bids are also accepted.
Alex Cooper, headquartered in Towson, Md., is one of the largest auctioneers in Maryland and Washington, D.C. Founded in 1924 by Alex Cooper, the company has more than 50 employees and specializes in the sale of residential, commercial and industrial real estate as well as antiques, household furnishings, vehicles, office equipment and industrial machinery. The showroom also features a “Gallery of Rugs,” offering one of the region’s most expansive rug collections, including pieces from Persia, Turkey, China, India and the Caucasus.
