A unique piece of history will cross the auction block at Bonhams of New York July 25, when a Bible inscribed and signed by Albert Einstein is offered. Read More +
Einstein’s inscribed Bible rates $2,500 estimate
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Carved agate cameo stands to earn $35K
Gemstone carvings of exotic animals, domestic pets, large cameos featuring Biblical and Grecian-inspired scenes and objet d’art, will take center stage May 21. Read More +
Hagman’s silver and gold “J.R.” belt buckle may fetch $5,000
A silver and gold belt buckle worn by the late actor Larry Hagman, in his role as the infamous JR Ewing on “Dallas” is a highlight of a May 5 estate auction. Read More +
Thiebaud’s ‘Candy Apples’ ripe for the picking
An impressive selection of fine art prints from the likes of Toulouse-Lautrec, Warhol and Lichtenstein’s are schedule to cross the block at Bonham’s April 30. Read More +
Ivory Coast carved equestrian figure rides to $62,000
Bonhams is thrilled with the results of its Nov. 20, 2012, African, Oceanic & Pre-Columbian Art sale in New York. Read More +
Special Report: 2012 in Review
Many auction houses are finding that variety is a necessity for growth and continued success. This is evident in leading auction houses’ triumphs of 2012. Read More +
Original Iwo Jima Monument in forefront of Veterans Day Parade en route to Bonhams
Bonhams in New York will exhibit the original Iwo Jima Monument at The 590 Madison Avenue Sculpture Garden adjoining its auction galleries, after the sculpture is featured in the Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade. Read More +
Godward classical painting, ‘Waiting for the Procession,’ may top $600K
Bonhams New York auction of European Paintings, Drawings and Sculpture will feature 158 lots comprising a broad range of works by Old Master and 19th century artists from Europe, Eastern Europe and the UK. Read More +
Bonhams offers first Samurai-themed auction
Bonhams Arts of the Samurai sale, Oct. 16, 2012 in New York features 200 examples of Samurai armor, helmets, swords, sword fittings and folding screens at a range of price points. One key lot is a Myochin iron eccentrically shaped helmet (kawari kabuto), by Myochin Muneyasu, dated 1789. Read More +
Thai Eilenberg Buddha sculpture sets record
Bonhams established a world record price for a Mon Dvaravati bronze sculpture when the circa 8th century Eilenberg Buddha sold Sept. 11 for $674,500. The Eilenberg Buddha is the most important Mon Dvaravati sculpture to have appeared in the market recent years, and it could be argued that it is the finest example of its type still in private hands. Read More +