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Circa 19th century Chinese soapstone carving with a carved poem, 18 inches tall, carved as a hatted scholar, a fisherman sheltering in a cave with stalactites (est. 200-$800).

The John Barr Collection

Golden Sun Auctions / February 26, 2023

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/278272_fine-jewelry-horse-asian-antiques-artwork/

An amazing collection of horse-related items and other objects from the estate of John Barr, who was heavily involved in the horse racing industry over the last half a century, will come for bid in a live online auction scheduled for Sunday, February 26th, by Golden Sun Auctions, Inc. (formerly Appraisal & Estate Sale Specialists), at 12 o’clock noon Pacific time (3 pm Eastern). Mr. Barr was the owner of Oakcrest Stables, the former director of Oak Tree Racing Association and president of the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association. He was originally an oil man and real estate developer, but later became a prominent breeder who had several winning race horses. Some of his trophies will come up for bid in the auction. His love of horses is evident in the collection, which ranges from Lladro to Tiffany and everything in between. The Barrs loved art, whether it was displayed on shelves or hung on a wall, like an original LeRoy Neiman jockey painting from 1965. The 11 inch by 17 inch (framed size) expressionist painting is artist signed. It should fetch $2,000-$20,000. Internet bidding will be provided by LiveAuctioneers.com. There will be no phone bidding. A live preview will be held on Friday, February 24th, from 12:30 pm to 6:30 pm; no appointment is necessary. The gallery is located at 720 East Walnut Avenue #B in Fullerton, Calif., zip 92831. To learn more, please log on to  https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/278272_fine-jewelry-horse-asian-antiques-artwork/.

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