Eric Sloane Painting Highlight of Clars October Auction

Ducks Flying over the Marshland by Eric Sloane

A striking oil painting by renowned naturalist painter Eric Sloane was the highlight of Clars Auction Gallery’s October 10 & 11, 2009 auction, selling for $11,850*. Ducks Flying over the Marshland is an excellent example of the dramatic, solitary landscapes for which Sloane (American, 1905-1985) is famous. The piece rounded out an auction in which art and jewelry were the standouts.

Diamond covered Omega wristwatch

Other highlights from the sale included a diamond choker necklace mounted in platinum and set with diamonds weighing 11.36 carats, which realized $10,665; preceding that lot was another stunning diamond piece, a diamond covered Omega wristwatch set with 13 carats of diamonds, which realized $8,295. A unique lady’s President Rolex in 18k yellow gold sold for $6,518. California art, always a strong seller at Clars, also fared quite well in this sale.

Abstract painting by Richard Thorpe McLean

A vivid, abstract oil on canvas by Richard Thorpe McLean (b. 1934) measuring 73” x 67” drew a lot of attention, ultimately selling for $8,295, well above its pre-auction estimate of $3000-5000.

Coastal landscape by Joseph Kleitsch

A coastal landscape by noted California Impressionist Joseph Kleitsch (1882-1931) fetched $6,518.

Next, Clars prepares for its November 7 & 8, 2009 estate auction.

* All prices include Clars’s buyer’s premium

American Art Featured in Clars October Auction

Ducks Flying Over Marshland by Eric Sloane

Clars Auction Gallery is pleased to present a strong collection of Californian, American and European art in its October 10 & 11, 2009 sale, one highlight of which will be Ducks Flying over the Marshland, (lot 2393) an oil painting by renowned naturalist painter Eric Sloane (American, 1905-1985).

19th century lithograph from the collection of bullfighting memorabilia

Additionally, Clars will offer artworks and other items recently deaccessioned from the Denver Art Museum. These pieces include an extensive collection of bullfighting memorabilia, such as posters, prints and paintings by artists such as Lee Everett Blair, William Lake Price and Alexander Lunois.

Chippendale blanket chest (lot 2394)

Notable decorative items in the sale include a State of Maine grain decorated pine Chippendale blanket chest (lot 2394), which bears a “Tree of Life” motif on its drawer and sides, while this weekend’s Asian offerings include a Chinese large jade carving of a horse (lot 2613).

Diamond choker necklace (lot 3015)

The sale will also include a significant collection of fine jewelry, highlighted by a diamond choker necklace (lot 3015), mounted in platinum and set with diamonds weighing 11.36 carats. Another striking piece is a diamond and 14k white gold dinner ring (lot 3014) that features one modified European brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 3.09 carats surrounded by four marquise cut and eleven round single cut diamond accents, with a total weight of 2.38 carats.

The Saturday portion of the sale will feature several special collections, namely, antique model trains, Steif plush animals, and a selection of women’s vintage and contemporary couture including pieces by Escada, Oscar de la Renta and Missoni.