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  • Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Covered Fresh Water Vessel
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 485

    Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Covered Fresh Wa...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Tea Bowl
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 486

    Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Tea Bowl

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Covered Fresh Water Vessel
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 487

    Makoto Yabe (1947-2005) Studio Pottery Covered Fresh Wa...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Makato Yabe (1947-2005) Neriage Studio Pottery Covered Fresh Water Vessel
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 488

    Makato Yabe (1947-2005) Neriage Studio Pottery Covered ...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922-2011) Moon Pot
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 489

    Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922-2011) Moon Pot

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Claude Conover (1907-1994) "Huyub" Stoneware Vase
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 490

    Claude Conover (1907-1994) "Huyub" Stoneware Vase

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Porcelain Studio Pottery Bowl
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 491

    Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Porcelain Studio Pottery Bowl

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Stoneware Studio Pottery Bowl
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 492

    Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Stoneware Studio Pottery Bowl

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Stoneware Studio Pottery Vase
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 493

    Lucie Rie (1902-1995) Stoneware Studio Pottery Vase

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Pablo Picasso (Spanish 1881-1973) Picador Pottery Bowl
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 494

    Pablo Picasso (Spanish 1881-1973) Picador Pottery Bowl

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Bird No. 83 Plate
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 495

    Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Bird No. 83 Plate

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Spiral Motif Plate
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 496

    Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973) Spiral Motif Plate

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • L'Homme et la Femme   Sculptures After Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1973)
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 497

    L'Homme et la Femme Sculptures After Picasso (Spanish, ...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Karel Appel (Dutch, 1921-2006)  Untitled
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 498

    Karel Appel (Dutch, 1921-2006) Untitled

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Karel Appel (Dutch, 1921-2006)  Gente Riendo
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 499

    Karel Appel (Dutch, 1921-2006) Gente Riendo

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Peter Max (American, b. 1937)  Blue Fan Dancer
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 500

    Peter Max (American, b. 1937) Blue Fan Dancer

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928)  Counter Point Agamograph
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 501

    Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928) Counter Point Agamograph...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928)  Untitled Agamograph
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 502

    Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928) Untitled Agamograph

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928)  Love Menorah Agamograph
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 503

    Yaacov Agam (Israeli, b. 1928) Love Menorah Agamograph

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • S. Kirk & Son "Skylark" Pattern Sterling Silver Flatware Service
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 504

    S. Kirk & Son "Skylark" Pattern Sterling Silver Flatwar...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Damian Manuhwa (1952-2008) Cubist Stone Bust
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 505

    Damian Manuhwa (1952-2008) Cubist Stone Bust

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Italo Scanga (American, 1939-2001) Untitled Polychrome Bust
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 506

    Italo Scanga (American, 1939-2001) Untitled Polychrome ...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Curtis Jere (Jerry Fels and Kurt Freiler) (American, 1910-2008) Can Opener and Corkscrew Sculpture
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 507

    Curtis Jere (Jerry Fels and Kurt Freiler) (American, 19...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Laurent Davidson (American, b. 1949) StabiloMobile   Kinetic Sculpture
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 508

    Laurent Davidson (American, b. 1949) StabiloMobile Kine...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Robert Roesch (American, b. 1946) Moonbridge   Sculpture
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 509

    Robert Roesch (American, b. 1946) Moonbridge Sculpture

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Maya and Terry Balle Spiraling Waves   Sculpture
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 510

    Maya and Terry Balle Spiraling Waves Sculpture

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Maya and Terry Balle Acrylic Bowl on Stand
    Estimate
    $150 - $250
    Lot 511

    Maya and Terry Balle Acrylic Bowl on Stand

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Harvey K. Littleton (American, 1922-2013) Sliced Form  Cased Glass Sculpture
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 512

    Harvey K. Littleton (American, 1922-2013) Sliced Form C...

    Est.
    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Yankel Ginzburg (American, b. 1945) Transom Symphony No. 1   Multi-piece Acrylic Sculpture and Two Renderings
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $12,000
    Lot 513

    Yankel Ginzburg (American, b. 1945) Transom Symphony No...

    Est.
    $6,000 - $12,000
  • Federico Uribe (Colombian, b. 1962) Star   Sculpture
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 514

    Federico Uribe (Colombian, b. 1962) Star Sculpture

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) "Inhabited" Vase
    Estimate
    $250 - $450
    Lot 515

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) "Inhabited" Vase

    Est.
    $250 - $450
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Perfume Bottle
    Estimate
    $75 - $100
    Lot 516

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Perfume Bottle

    Est.
    $75 - $100
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Paperweight
    Estimate
    $75 - $125
    Lot 517

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Paperweight

    Est.
    $75 - $125
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Glass Vessel
    Estimate
    $75 - $150
    Lot 518

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Glass Vessel

    Est.
    $75 - $150
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Glass Paperweight
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 519

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Glass Paperweight

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Paperweight
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 520

    Josh Simpson (b. 1949) Paperweight

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Early Dale Chihuly (American, b. 1941) Small Glass Basket
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,700
    Lot 521

    Early Dale Chihuly (American, b. 1941) Small Glass Bask...

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,700
  • Anish Kapoor (British, b. 1954) Untitled   Sculpture
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,800
    Lot 522

    Anish Kapoor (British, b. 1954) Untitled Sculpture

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,800
  • Four Thomas Hayes Studio Dining Chairs
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,000
    Lot 523

    Four Thomas Hayes Studio Dining Chairs

    Est.
    $800 - $1,000
  • Karl Springer Silver Python Table
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 524

    Karl Springer Silver Python Table

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Neal Small (American, b. 1937) "Slopes" Mirror
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 525

    Neal Small (American, b. 1937) "Slopes" Mirror

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Ten Red Resol Group Barcelona Dd Plastic Stackable Chairs
    Estimate
    $20 - $200
    Lot 526

    Ten Red Resol Group Barcelona Dd Plastic Stackable Chai...

    Est.
    $20 - $200
  • Ten Red Resol Group Barcelona Dd Plastic Stackable Chairs
    Estimate
    $20 - $200
    Lot 527

    Ten Red Resol Group Barcelona Dd Plastic Stackable Chai...

    Est.
    $20 - $200
  • Black Leather and Chrome Bench
    Estimate
    $20 - $200
    Lot 528

    Black Leather and Chrome Bench

    Est.
    $20 - $200
  • Philippe Starck for Kartell Green "Victoria Ghost" Chair
    Estimate
    $75 - $125
    Lot 529

    Philippe Starck for Kartell Green "Victoria Ghost" Chai...

    Est.
    $75 - $125
  • Two Philippe Starck for Kartell "Dr. No" Stackable Chairs
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
    Lot 530

    Two Philippe Starck for Kartell "Dr. No" Stackable Chai...

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Four Brayton International Bar Stools
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 531

    Four Brayton International Bar Stools

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Four Philippe Starck for Kartell "Louis Ghost" Bar Chairs
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 532

    Four Philippe Starck for Kartell "Louis Ghost" Bar Chai...

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000

Auction Description

20th Century Design by Bonhams Skinner
Preview Times December 12, 12PM – 5PM December 13, 12PM – 7PM This auction features 600 lots of collectible objects dating from the turn of the 20th century to the present. Among the offerings are a rare and important Marblehead Pottery Vase designed by Annie Aldrich and decorated by Sarah Tutt and a Tiffany Studios bronze floor lamp with Swirling Maple Leaf shade. Contact Us 508.970.3253 20thcentury@skinnerinc.com Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

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Phone:+16173505400

Buyer’s Premium

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$0 25.00

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$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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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