Kaminski – July Estates Auction
July 20th and 21st, starting at 11am.
168 West Canton Street, Boston, Massachusetts
508-328-5967 www.kaminskiauctions.com

BEVERLY, MASS. — Kaminski’s estates auction on Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21, starting at 11 am, features the complete contents of a grand Boston brownstone in the heart of the South End. This lifetime collection will be sold online, and items may be picked up onsite at 168 West Canton Street. Additions from other Palm Beach and Miami, Fla., estates include a selection of Louis Vuitton, Gucci and estate jewelry. Preview hours at 168 Canton Street is by appointment Monday through Friday, July 15-19 by calling 508-328-5967 or 561-779-8511. Transportation of items is available to Kaminski’s Beverly gallery.

Fine art from the West Canton Street residence includes two large contemporary paintings by Boston artist Diana Nicosia, including an oil on canvas titled “Poppies in Tuscany,” measuring 70 by 70 inches, and “Blood Moon,” measuring 69 by 85 inches. Nicosia attended Mass College of Art, Colby Sawyer College and Wheaton College. Upon completion of advanced work in a private atelier comprising the Boston School of Realism, she moved to Italy to paint for more than 20 years.

There is also a portrait by the American artist John Lavalle, the great‐grandson of Juan Lavalle, one of the founders of the Argentine Republic. John Lavelle attended St Paul’s School in New Hampshire before going on to Harvard. The portrait of Dame Judith Anderson is an oil on canvas, signed and dated 1929. Art enthusiasts will also appreciate the colorful depiction of a French town by Claude Venard (French, 1913-1999) displaying his distinctive style.

Noteworthy pencil on paper studies includes one from the Filipino artist Fernando Cueto Amorsolo (1892-1972), a nude study, pencil on paper, signed and dated 1926, and a nude study by Joseph Henry Sharp (American, 1859-1953), from the collection of Matthew A. Daly (1860-1937), a friend of J.H. Sharp.

Furniture highlights from the 168 Canton residence include a Nineteenth Century inlaid round-top gueridon with lion-carved splayed legs, carved waterleaf mounts, paw feet and bronze ring stretcher, thought to be Russian. There is an Eighteenth Century Italian ebonized commode with conforming black marble top, embellished with a satinwood line. An early Nineteenth Century burl walnut secretaire abattant has an ogee document drawer pediment over an inlaid mirrored architectural interior with two banks of cross band inlaid drawers. Additionally, there is a Nineteenth Century French marble gallery top gueridon having three swan legs terminating in leaf and paw carved feet, and an antique French set of six iron chairs having ram’s head arms.

In the decorative arts, standout pieces such as a Nineteenth Century French Empire bronze swan-form chandelier and a Meiji period Japanese bronze tiger add exotic flair to the auction’s offerings. There is also a Nineteenth Century French five-branch cut crystal chandelier with teardrop and beaded swags throughout.

The auction boasts an array of remarkable lots, each a testament to craftsmanship and historical significance. Among them is a rare vintage covered silverplated meat carving cart, evoking an elegant, bygone era. A highlight is the 1917 Mason and Hamlin ebonized case baby grand piano, No. A140319. Another standout piece is an Eighteenth Century English black japanned case bonnet top tall clock, bearing the signature of Fab. Robins London, its intricate design a nod to England’s rich horological tradition. Additionally, a pair of Eighteenth Century Italian arched pediment doors, transformed into an armoire with fanciful figural decorated panels and marked with “F.M.” escutcheons, add a touch of continental flair and historical charm. Finally, the auction features a pair of Nineteenth Century verdigris patinated classical torchieres, standing tall at 74 inches high by 22 inches wide.

Adding a touch of historical gravitas, the auction features several presidential commissions, including those signed by Andrew Johnson, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Pierce and Andrew Jackson. These documents, framed and preserved, offer a glimpse into American political history, and make for impressive additions to any collection of historical memorabilia.

The infusion of items from Palm Beach and Miami estates injects a bit of fashion and luxury into the auction. A selection of coveted Louis Vuitton pieces, including the limited edition “Fetish” locket bracelet clutch by Marc Jacobs and the Horizon 55 travel bag, along with three pairs of Louis Vuitton earrings, promises to entice fashion enthusiasts seeking timeless elegance. Other fashion brands include a Gucci “Ophidia” black suede handbag, a Dior saddle cloth handbag and a Bottega Veneta green leather crossbody shoulder bag.

For those unable to attend in person, online bidding through our platform KaminskiLIVE offers a convenient alternative, ensuring that collectors worldwide can participate in acquiring these exceptional items.

Preview of the items not from the 168 Canton residence will be conducted at the Kaminski Auction gallery at 117 Elliott Street, Route 62. For information, www.kaminskiauctions.com or 978-927-2223.

Join Us For Our July Estates Auction!
Our July Estates auction features the complete contents of 168 West Canton Street, Boston, MA, a grand brownstone in the heart of the South End. This lifetime collection will be sold online, and items may be picked up on-site. Additions from other Palm Beach and Miami estates includes a selection of Louis Vuitton, Gucci and fine jewelry.
Preview hours at 168 Canton Street, Boston, MA are by appointment Monday through Friday, July 15-19 by calling 508-328-5967 or 561-779-8511. Transportation of your items is available to our Beverly, MA gallery.
Fancy 1950s 18k Gold and Diamond Bracelet – Lot #025
Very Fine 19thC French Empire Bronze Swan Chandelier – Lot#687
19thC French 5-Branch Cut Crystal Chandelier – Lot #674
Antique French Set of Iron Chairs with Ram’s Heads – Lot #724
Platinum, Diamond and Aquamarine Ring circa 1930s – Lot # 026
Early 19thC Burl Walnut Secretaire a Abattant – Lot #669
John Lavalle, Portrait of Dame Judith Anderson – Lot #688
1920s Platinum, 18k Diamond and Emerald Earrings – Lot #027
14k Gold Butterfly Pin with Opal, Gemstones – Lot #007
Diana Nicosia, Poppies in Tuscany, Oil on Canvas –Lot #691
Pair of 19thC Verdigris Classical Torchieres – Lot #719
Pair of 18thC Italian Arched Pediment Doors – Lot #720
19thC French Marble Gallery Top Gueridon – Lot #670
Joseph Henry Sharp, Nude Study, Pencil Drawing – Lot #200
Rare Vintage Covered Silverplated Meat Carving Cart – Lot #203
18thC Italian Ebonized Commode with Marble Top – Lot #683
Diana Nicosia, Blood Moon, Oil on Canvas – Lot #733
Diana Nicosia, Blood Moon, Oil on Canvas – Lot #733
Glass designer’s dining table with steel supports and marble architectural base
1917 Mason and Hamlin Baby Grand Piano – Lot #684
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