Gray’s Auctioneers presents A Library of Curiosities – Part II, a captivating continuation of the late John A. Davidson Jr.’s private collection. This sale celebrates centuries of human curiosity; our collective drive to explore, document, and understand the world through print. From early atlases to legendary voyage accounts, each volume offers a window into how the world was once imagined and measured. Proceeds from the auction will benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, extending the collector’s legacy of discovery and preservation. Below are five remarkable highlights that define the scope and ambition of this collection. Auction Highlights: Abraham Ortelius (1527–1598), Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Lot 59) Often celebrated as the first modern atlas, Abraham Ortelius’s Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (Antwerp, 1584) unified the k...Read More

Jean (Hans) Arp (1886–1966) was one of the great innovators of modern art, an artist, poet, and sculptor who helped redefine what abstraction could be. A co-founder of the Dada movement in Zurich during World War I, Arp believed in the power of spontaneity, intuition, and the subconscious to shape artistic expression. His organic forms, seemingly grown rather than carved or painted, evoke the rhythms of nature and the quiet balance between order and chaos. Arp’s work stands at the intersection of poetry and sculpture. He began his career as a poet, publishing in German and French, and later translated his literary sensibilities into visual form. Whether through torn-paper collages, reliefs, or smooth biomorphic sculptures, his creations maintain a lyrical quality, an effortless sense of growth and transformation. His belief that art should ...Read More

House of Craven returns this season with an exceptional offering that bridges eras, aesthetics, and cultures. The Fall Modern Art & Design Signature Auction, presented live on November 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST via Bidsquare, showcases a curated selection that celebrates both innovation and timeless craftsmanship. From rare ancient antiquities to contemporary masterpieces, the sale reflects the auction house’s signature ethos, “Modernity Meets Antiquity.” Based in West Palm Beach, Florida, House of Craven is known for its expertly curated auctions spanning fine art, modern and contemporary design, jewelry, decorative arts, and collectibles. This fall’s catalog, featuring 60 remarkable lots, underscores the house’s dedication to quality, diversity, and the stories that connect past and present. Featured Auction Highlights A Rare Early Work by ...Read More

On November 1, 2025, Nation’s Attic returns with its celebrated Diving Into History auction, a sale that continues to define the field of vintage and antique diving equipment. This year’s event features over 50 authentic diving helmets, along with more than 100 rare pieces of equipment and memorabilia, each offered with no reserve and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from Nation’s Attic. From early 20th-century naval helmets to experimental helium recirculators and show-stopping custom designs, the auction brings together artifacts that shaped both the history and mythology of underwater exploration. Here are five featured highlights that showcase the artistry, innovation, and daring spirit of those who ventured beneath the surface. Auction Highlights:  US Navy Mark V Helium “Widow Maker” Diving Helmet – USS Pigeon (Lot 63) One ...Read More

This fall, collectors and film lovers have a rare opportunity to acquire pieces from the personal estate of Shelley Duvall (1949–2024), the singular actress and producer whose career spanned from Robert Altman’s 1970s ensemble films to Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, and later to her beloved children’s series Faerie Tale Theater. Hosted by Vogt Auction, The Shelley Duvall Collection features treasures from her Blanco, Texas ranch home, where she spent her final years. The single-owner sale includes Hollywood memorabilia, vintage fashion, jewelry, books from her personal library, and one-of-a-kind mementos from her iconic screen career. Every lot is accompanied by documentation of authenticity, a rare chance to own an intimate part of film history. About Shelley Duvall Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Duvall was discovered at a Houston party by dir...Read More

Few artists in 20th-century America captured the quiet dignity of ordinary life quite like Raphael Soyer (1899–1987). A painter, draughtsman, and printmaker, Soyer believed deeply that “if art is to survive, it must describe and express people, their lives and times. It must communicate.” His lifelong dedication to portraying humanity with honesty and compassion made him one of the foremost figures of American social realism. Soyer was born in Borisoglebsk, Russia, in 1899, and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1912. The Soyers settled in Brooklyn, where Raphael and his brothers were encouraged to draw by their father, a teacher of Hebrew literature and history. That early encouragement, coupled with their immigrant experience, helped shape Raphael’s profound empathy for working people, a theme that remained central to his ...Read More

Founded in 1880 by Maria Longworth Nichols Storer in Cincinnati, Rookwood Pottery Company quickly became a cornerstone of the American Arts and Crafts movement. Known for its innovative glazes and hand-painted decoration, Rookwood artists elevated functional ceramics into fine art, garnering international acclaim and collecting devotion that continues today. As part of Lion and Unicorn’s “Eternal Brilliance” sale on October 26, Bidsquare presents exquisite examples of Rookwood’s artistry, each piece offering a glimpse into the firm’s legacy of craftsmanship and design. Auction Highlights:  Rookwood Art Pottery Blue Floral Vellum Bud Vase - Lot 152 A serene and elegant example of Rookwood’s signature vellum glaze, this bud vase features a delicate hand-painted floral motif in soft blue tones, demonstrating the company’s mastery of subtle col...Read More

Italian design has always been more than a style — it’s a philosophy. Defined by a balance of craftsmanship, innovation, and sculptural beauty, Italian modernism reshaped how we live with art and furniture. This October, Circa Auction honors that legacy with a landmark event, A Tribute to Italian Modernism, presented on Bidsquare. Spanning more than a century of design history, the sale traces Italy’s creative evolution from the 19th century’s handcrafted elegance to the geometric refinement of Art Deco and the daring experimentation of the mid-20th century. Together, these works form a stunning narrative of design; one that celebrates the visionary minds who made “Made in Italy” synonymous with modern luxury. Masters of Form and Function At the heart of this collection are works by the designers who defined 20th-century Italian interiors. ...Read More

This week’s featured lot highlights the timeless elegance of Italian draftsmanship. Donato Creti’s Sleeping Diane (1671–1749), executed in brown ink on buff paper, embodies both technical mastery and poetic stillness; a rare opportunity for collectors drawn to the quiet power of classical art. The Artist: Donato Creti, 1671–1749 A leading painter and draftsman of the Bolognese school, Donato Creti was celebrated for his clarity of line and classical balance. Working in Bologna and Rome, he bridged the worlds of Baroque grandeur and Enlightenment elegance. His drawings, admired by connoisseurs in his lifetime, often explore mythological and allegorical subjects with a sense of serenity and light. The Subject: Diana at Rest The Roman goddess Diana, patron of the moon, the hunt, and chastity, is often depicted in motion, bow in hand and surrou...Read More

This October, Doyle invites collectors to explore the height of European taste and craftsmanship in its English & Continental Furniture & Decorative Arts auction, taking place Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 10 a.m. The sale offers an impressive selection of fine furniture, porcelain, mirrors, clocks, chandeliers, tapestries, and rugs from prominent estates and collections; each piece a testament to artistry and design that has defined European interiors for centuries. A Celebration of Design and Craftsmanship This season’s auction brings together exceptional examples of decorative art that span from the Baroque to the Empire period, illustrating the evolution of style, technique, and luxury. Collectors will discover masterful carvings, intricate ormolu mounts, and finely painted porcelain, reflecting both grandeur and intimate craftsmanship...Read More