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  • Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Claire de Lune Vase
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 382

    Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Claire de Lune Vase...

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Norman Mercer Sculpture
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 383

    Norman Mercer Sculpture

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Barney Tolk Acrylic Sculpture
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 384

    Barney Tolk Acrylic Sculpture

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Jacqueline Bishop (American, b. 1955)  Pastoral
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 385

    Jacqueline Bishop (American, b. 1955) Pastoral

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Jacqueline Bishop (American, b. 1955)  Dark Organisms #20
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 386

    Jacqueline Bishop (American, b. 1955) Dark Organisms #2...

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    $800 - $1,200
  • Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928)  Pace of Time
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 387

    Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928) Pace of Time

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Percival Lafer Sofa
    Estimate
    $550 - $750
    Lot 388

    Percival Lafer Sofa

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    $550 - $750
  • Jens Risom Office Credenza
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    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 389

    Jens Risom Office Credenza

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Vase and A Benedictine Monks Vase
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 390

    Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Vase and A Benedict...

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Two Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Tea Bowls
    Estimate
    $300 - $400
    Lot 391

    Two Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Tea Bowls

    Est.
    $300 - $400
  • Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Vase
    Estimate
    $250 - $350
    Lot 392

    Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Vase

    Est.
    $250 - $350
  • Rafael Ferrer (Puerto Rican, b. 1933)  #9
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 393

    Rafael Ferrer (Puerto Rican, b. 1933) #9

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Mané-Katz (French/Ukrainian, 1894-1962)  Three Musicians
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $3,500
    Lot 394

    Mané-Katz (French/Ukrainian, 1894-1962) Three Musicians...

    Est.
    $3,000 - $3,500
  • George Smith Leather Couch
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 395

    George Smith Leather Couch

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    $700 - $900
  • Neoclassical Building Model
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 396

    Neoclassical Building Model

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Boris Margo (Ukrainian/American, 1902-1995)  August 10
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 397

    Boris Margo (Ukrainian/American, 1902-1995) August 10

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • John Edward Heliker (American, 1909-2000)  Young Girl in Red Jacket
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 398

    John Edward Heliker (American, 1909-2000) Young Girl in...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • John Edward Heliker (American, 1909-2000)  Studio Interior with Chair
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 398A

    John Edward Heliker (American, 1909-2000) Studio Interi...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Luciano Mereghetti (Italian, b. 1951)  Playtime
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 399

    Luciano Mereghetti (Italian, b. 1951) Playtime

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Aaron Fink (American, b. 1955)  Lemon Dish
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 400

    Aaron Fink (American, b. 1955) Lemon Dish

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Del Filardi Bald Eagle Sculpture
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 401

    Del Filardi Bald Eagle Sculpture

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Victor Christ-Janer Lobster Weathervane on Stand
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 401A

    Victor Christ-Janer Lobster Weathervane on Stand

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • John Raimondi (American, b. 1948)  Dian
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 402

    John Raimondi (American, b. 1948) Dian

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    $400 - $600
  • John Raimondi (American, b. 1948)  Evelyn
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    $400 - $600
    Lot 403

    John Raimondi (American, b. 1948) Evelyn

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Kieff Antonio Grediaga (Spanish/Canadian, b. 1936)  Untitled Abstraction
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 404

    Kieff Antonio Grediaga (Spanish/Canadian, b. 1936) Unti...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Paul Frankl-inspired Rattan Suite
    Estimate
    $1,800 - $2,200
    Lot 405

    Paul Frankl-inspired Rattan Suite

    Est.
    $1,800 - $2,200
  • Westport Plank Chair by Harry Bunnell
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 406

    Westport Plank Chair by Harry Bunnell

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Two John Salterini Radar Chairs and a Table
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 407

    Two John Salterini Radar Chairs and a Table

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Modernist Weathervane
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 408

    Modernist Weathervane

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Janet Shapero Rete-Chrome Wall Hanging
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 409

    Janet Shapero Rete-Chrome Wall Hanging

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Ferris Wheel Model
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 410

    Ferris Wheel Model

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Juan Montoya Indoor/Outdoor Sculpture on Stand
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 411

    Juan Montoya Indoor/Outdoor Sculpture on Stand

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Steven Assael (American, b. 1957)  Portrait Head
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 412

    Steven Assael (American, b. 1957) Portrait Head

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Michael B. Wilson (American, b. 1955)  The Absence of Ritual
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 413

    Michael B. Wilson (American, b. 1955) The Absence of Ri...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Ken Auster (American, 1949-2016)  That's a Big Bugger
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 414

    Ken Auster (American, 1949-2016) That's a Big Bugger

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Bert Stern (American, 1929-2013)  Marilyn Monroe from The Last Sitting   for Vogue Magazine
    Estimate
    $600 - $900
    Lot 415

    Bert Stern (American, 1929-2013) Marilyn Monroe from Th...

    Est.
    $600 - $900
  • Larry Rivers (American, 1923-2002)  15 Years
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 416

    Larry Rivers (American, 1923-2002) 15 Years

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Mid-Century Modern End Table
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 417

    Mid-Century Modern End Table

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    $400 - $600
  • Mid-Century Desk, Chair, and Floor Lamp
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 418

    Mid-Century Desk, Chair, and Floor Lamp

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Marino Marini (Italian, 1901-1980)  Devastazione e ricostruzione
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 419

    Marino Marini (Italian, 1901-1980) Devastazione e ricos...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bedroom Suite for Widdicomb
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 420

    T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Bedroom Suite for Widdicomb

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Lounge Chair and Ottoman Attributed to George Mulhauser for Plycraft
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 421

    Lounge Chair and Ottoman Attributed to George Mulhauser...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Scott Bell (American, 20th Century)  Another Tyranny
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 422

    Scott Bell (American, 20th Century) Another Tyranny

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Caio Fonseca (American, b. 1959)  Seven String Etching with Blue and White
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 423

    Caio Fonseca (American, b. 1959) Seven String Etching w...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Art Pottery Vase
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 424

    Art Pottery Vase

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Five Brother Thomas (1929-2007) Pottery Chalices and Plates
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 425

    Five Brother Thomas (1929-2007) Pottery Chalices and Pl...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Chalice and Bowl
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 426

    Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Chalice and Bowl

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Tea Bowl and Plate
    Estimate
    $200 - $250
    Lot 427

    Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) Tea Bowl and Plate

    Est.
    $200 - $250

Auction Description

20th Century Design by Bonhams Skinner

The August 24th auction features an impressive collection of 20th Century Design, showcasing fine examples of art glass, furniture, and metalwork. Highlights include pottery by Brother Thomas Bezanson, pieces from the collection of Nobel Prize-winning biochemist George Wald, Pablo Picasso ceramics, an original Jean-Michel Frank armchair, and a rare sculpture by Ursula von Rydingsvard.

Preview Times
Tuesday, August 22, 12PM – 5PM
Wednesday, August 23, 12PM – 8PM
Thursday, August 24, 9AM – 11AM

Contact Us
508-970-3253
20thcentury@skinnerinc.com

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Bonhams Skinner
Marlborough, MA 01752
United States

bidsquare@bonhamsskinner.com

Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

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$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

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Please visit http://www.skinnerinc.com/services/payment-and-shipping/ for information regarding the collection of items purchased at auction. 

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014