Few artists have merged art, activism, and storytelling as powerfully as Faith Ringgold. Across a career spanning more than six decades, Ringgold used painting, quilting, printmaking, and writing to confront issues of race, gender, inequality, and American identity. Her work challenged audiences not only to look, but to engage; with history, with social justice, and with voices too often left out of traditional narratives. One remarkable example of this enduring commitment appears in Letter from Birmingham City Jail (2007), a portfolio of eight screenprints featured in DuMouchelles’ June 2026 Day Two auction. Created late in Ringgold’s career, the work revisits one of the most significant texts of the Civil Rights Movement: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1963 “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” Written while King was imprisoned in Birmingham, Alab...Read More

On June 17, 2026, Millea Bros. Ltd. will present Day 1 of 3: Modern Art & Design | Post-War & Contemporary Art, a thoughtfully curated auction bringing together modern design, photography, artist books, and significant post-war artworks. The sale moves fluidly between disciplines and decades, pairing iconic furniture and avant-garde photography with works by some of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Among the strongest through-lines in the auction is the work of Ellsworth Kelly, whose distinctive visual language continues to resonate with collectors across contemporary art and design markets alike. The selection includes four works on paper spanning the 1960s and 1970s, offering a compelling look at Kelly’s disciplined exploration of form, line, and abstraction. Known for reducing visual experience to its essential elem...Read More

Letter from our CEO Two weeks ago, we got together for the second annual Bidsquare Auctioneer Retreat in Blue Bell, PA. Auctioneers showed up and delivered. We talked about what matters most right now, the role of the online auction marketplace, and how it should serve auctioneers. The conversations were candid and thoughtful, and I am so grateful to everyone who took the time from running their businesses to step away and talk about it. The auction industry is entering a new chapter, the Auctioneer Renaissance. Bidsquare is a software company, and our role is clear: to support independent auction houses with the tools, technology, and partnership they need to lead what comes next. The Consortium, the Retreat, Bidsquare—none of it works without the right people in the room. For those of you who missed the event this year, we missed you and ...Read More

Collectors are often drawn to objects that tell a story, and few decorative arts categories capture history, craftsmanship, and personality quite like Murano glass. This June, bidders will have the opportunity to explore a remarkable selection of art glass featured in the Estate Collection of the Late Harry White of Haw River, North Carolina, presented by Mebane Antique Auction Gallery on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. CDT. The auction includes fine American furniture, lighting, rugs, and decorative arts, but for collectors of twentieth-century design, the Murano glass offerings stand out as some of the most visually captivating pieces in the sale. Murano glass has occupied a unique place in the decorative arts world for centuries. Produced on the Venetian island of Murano, Italy, glassmakers there have refined their techn...Read More

Collectors are often drawn to objects that tell a story, and few decorative arts categories capture history, craftsmanship, and personality quite like Murano glass. This June, bidders will have the opportunity to explore a remarkable selection of art glass featured in the Estate Collection of the Late Harry White of Haw River, North Carolina, presented by Mebane Antique Auction Gallery on Saturday, June 13, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. CDT. The auction includes fine American furniture, lighting, rugs, and decorative arts, but for collectors of twentieth-century design, the Murano glass offerings stand out as some of the most visually captivating pieces in the sale. Murano glass has occupied a unique place in the decorative arts world for centuries. Produced on the Venetian island of Murano, Italy, glassmakers there have refined their techn...Read More

Collectors and history enthusiasts will have the opportunity to explore centuries of artistic and cultural achievement when Historic Antiquities: The Museum Collection goes live on June 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Presented by Lion and Unicorn, the 370-lot sale brings together an eclectic mix of antiquities, fine art, photography references, exhibition catalogs, and scholarly material tied to notable artists and institutions. The auction offers a museum-inspired experience, blending decorative arts and historical objects with research-driven provenance and documentation. While the catalog includes a strong concentration of photography and art reference material connected to names like Angelo Comolli, Eliot Elisofon, Edward Hopper, and Hank Virgona, several standout objects capture the spirit of the sale through craftsmanship, rarity, and cult...Read More

Collectors will have plenty to watch this June as Sarasota Estate Auction presents two back-to-back sales packed with fine art, jewelry, silver, antiques, and decorative arts. The June Day 1 auction, Major Modern Art, Jewelry & Silver, takes place on June 13 and features over 800 lots ranging from modern masters and Florida Highwaymen paintings to estate jewelry and sterling silver. Day 2, Major Tiffany, Fine Art & Antiques, follows on June 14 with another 800-plus lots highlighted by an extraordinary collection of Tiffany Studios lamps and important works of art spanning centuries. For collectors, these sales offer a rare opportunity to pursue museum-quality Tiffany pieces alongside works by notable American and European artists. Here are some of the standout lots to watch. Tiffany Highlights: Icons of American Design Few names carry the s...Read More

As the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living continue to blur, collectors are increasingly seeking pieces that bring artistry, character, and functionality to every corner of the home. That spirit is at the heart of Circa Auction’s The Summer Edition, taking place online on Saturday, June 6 at 9 a.m. PST. The curated sale features an impressive selection of sculptural garden furnishings, iconic twentieth-century design, contemporary art, lighting, and decorative objects, with a particular emphasis on mosaic-tiled garden sets, rare Willy Guhl forms, and statement-making outdoor pieces. Drawing together works by celebrated designers including Gio Ponti, Pierre Chapo, Vladimir Kagan, Osvaldo Borsani, Warren Platner, George Nakashima, and Willy Guhl, the auction captures the relaxed sophistication of summer living. Whether you're looking...Read More

Music collectors, guitar enthusiasts, and rock memorabilia fans will have plenty to explore when Rock & Roll: Guitars, Amps, & Albums goes live on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Presented by SebastianCharles Auctions, the sale features an impressive selection of vintage and modern guitars, amplifiers, vinyl records, and music equipment from some of the most recognizable names in the industry. From Fender and Gibson classics to artist-signed instruments and collectible stringed instruments, the auction offers a cross-section of music history that spans generations. Among the nearly 200 lots are several standout pieces that capture the evolution of popular music and the enduring appeal of iconic instruments. 1971 Black Fender Stratocaster: A Rock Icon (Lot 27) Few guitars are as instantly recognizable as the Fender Stratocaster. Intro...Read More

Each year, the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) Gala brings together art lovers, collectors, and community supporters to celebrate the region’s thriving creative culture. This year’s fundraising effort features two exciting opportunities to bid on exceptional experiences and artwork. The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Arts Gala Silent Auction starts May 28, 2026 and runs through June 12, 2026, while the Arts Gala Live Auction takes place on June 11, 2026, during the organization’s signature gala event. Proceeds from both auctions directly support AFCC’s mission to strengthen and sustain a vibrant arts and cultural community across Cape Cod. Funds raised help provide grants for artists and organizations, expand arts access programs, advocate for the creative sector, and offer professional development opportunities through initiatives like the...Read More