
LITCHFIELD, CONN. — Soaring to top lot status in Litchfield Auctions’ Antiques + Modern Design sale on March 25 was Eric Sloane’s (American, 1905-1985) oil on board titled “Cloud Mountains,” which attained $37,700, including buyer’s premium, far exceeding its $6/9,000 estimate. The signed painting, which measured 33½ by 52½ inches framed, depicted a dreamy and detailed view of cloud formations in shades of blue and gray. A complete report on this auction will appear in an upcoming edition.