About the Sale
The "Modern Classicist" Collection
This collection is characterized by its focus on form and silhouette, moving from 18th-century French-inspired curves to 20th-century Bauhaus minimalism.
• Contemporary High-End Furniture: The black bombe chest by Crate & Barrel is a ...view moremodern take on the traditional French "commode". It provides a sleek, high-gloss contrast to the older wood pieces in the auction.
• The "Mies" Style Chaise: A 1970s MR Adjustable Chaise Lounge. Whether it is a licensed Knoll or a high-quality Italian import from that era, its construction—including the tubular steel and leather strapping—represents the peak of 70s executive-style luxury.
• Art Deco & Designer Decor:
• House of Erté: A significant amount of porcelain and potential jewelry featuring the distinctive illustrations of the Art Deco master, Romain de Tirtoff (Erté).
• Lalique Crystal: A frosted crystal bowl featuring a bird motif, a staple of French luxury glassmaking.
• Traditional & Antique Elements:
• A large carved oak mirror and dresser with deep shell motifs.
• An antique-style bisque porcelain figurine of a child with a pug.
• Sterling silver table service items. Shipping is potentially available on smaller items - contact us before bidding to confirm that the items you are interested inIn can be shipped.
You must contact UPS in Glastonbury 12 noon the day after the auction ends and we will deliver to UPS for Pack and Ship. We do charge a $20.00 handling fee per order to be paid using Venmo.
Special Instructions
Please ensure you have the help necessary and ability to transport any items you bid on, during the designated pick-up window.
Please keep this in mind when placing your bids and make sure you are available for ...view morepick up at designated pick up time as any items not claimed at designated time will be considered forfeited. Declined credit cards will serve to render winning bids void and we will immediately offer the items to underbidders. We will not call. We will not text. Do not bid on any items without a valid credit card that can support your purchase. Declined cards will result in invoices marked 'unpaid' and will prevent you from bidding.
WE DO NOT OFFER RETURNS OR REFUNDS. Please remember you are buying items from someone's home. EVERYTHING IS USED AND SOLD AS IS!
We do our very best to photo-document any issues but we are human. Mistakes happen.
Any questions don't hesitate to reach out.
The final decision as to what you are bidding on and its value is ultimately up to you.
Some issues may only be photo-documented while others may only be noted in the description.
Please do all of your research in advance and ask any questions before bidding.
If you want an item shipped please Note: UPS in Glastonbury is our shipping provider. They will call you to arrange for shipping. It is your responsibility to call them back and arrange your shipping. Items left at UPS without a return phone call for 30 days will be donated.