Large Collections of Lalique, Modern Furniture and Cloisonné featured in Gray’s Auctioneers’ September Sale

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Large Collections of Lalique, Modern Furniture and Cloisonné featured in Gray’s Auctioneers’ September Sale

CLEVELAND, Ohio
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August 27, 2014

Lot 2 A Lalique Frosted Glass Bacchantes Vase, 20th Century, Signed Lalique France. Dimensions: h: 9 1/2 x dia: 8 1/4 in.. Estimate $ 1,800-2,000

Lot 143 A Miscellaneous Collection of Chinese Cloisonné Decorative Items, 20th Century, Comprising of two lidded jars, two vases and a shallow bowl. Largest dimensions: h: 8 1/4 x dia: 4 1/4 in. Estimate $ 100-200

For avid collectors and novice explorers, Gray’s Auctioneers hosts their eightieth auction on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 11am. This auction features large collections of modern furniture, cloisonné, and Lalique, all to be discovered.

Those looking to add some art glass to their space will be enchanted by the extensive collection of work by Lalique featured in this auction. Of particular note is Lot 2, A Lalique Frosted Glass Bacchantes Vase. Bacchantes are mythological women who followed Bacchus, the Greek god of wine. These women encircle the vase posed in various drunken states. The juxtaposition of the female nudes, with the tranquil monochromatic glass work, makes it sensual and classic.

Lot 307 A Group of Three Eero Saarinen Style Enameled Metal and Formica Pedestal Tables, 20th Century. Largest dimensions: h: 29 1/2 x dia: 48 in. Estimate $ 60-80

This auction also has a large collection of cloisonné works (lots 132-147). Whatever the collector fancies, there are groupings of vases, napkin rings, and figurines from all walks of the animal kingdom. The works are colorful, and inviting, and add a great finishing touch in a corner or on a cabinet.

Moving from the small accent piece of the cloisonné, the auction also presents a collection of modern furniture. Interesting lots, include, lots 272-282, 4 chair groupings of Vico Magistretti Reinforced Fiberglass Vicario Chairs by Artemide. There is also a beautiful collection of Knoll Furniture, (lots 283-300), in very good condition. Lastly, a modern furniture collection would not be complete without the quintessential pedestal tables, lots 303-307 in the auction.

Gray’s Auctioneers welcomes bidders in person to preview the Fine Art, Furniture and Decorative Arts auction at our Cleveland showrooms weekdays, Thursday, September 4 thru Tuesday September 9, from 11 AM – 6 PM and Saturday, September 6 from NOON- 4 PM. The complete illustrated catalog can be found at GraysAuctioneers.com. Live, telephone, absentee and internet bidding is available with live online bidding also offered at LiveAuctioneers.com. Condition reports will be provided upon request.

Gray’s Auctioneers and Appraisers is the premiere auction house in Northern Ohio, holding live auctions every month, accepting consignments daily and offering complimentary valuations for the community every Friday by appointment. For more information please contact Serena Harragin at 216.458.7695, or by email at serena@graysauctioneers.com.