About the Sale
PART 2 Of Lady Iya Abdy's Estate!
This sale features artwork, clothing, and possessions from the late Lady Iya Abdy (nee Iya Grigorievna De Gay), a socialite and model of the 1920's and 30's. Lady Iya Abdy, ...view moreas she was later known, was a sensational beauty who posed for fashion photographers such as Man Ray, Balthus, Baron George Hoyningen-Huene, and Paul Tanqueray, and was featured in Vogue and Harpers Bazaar. She was often spotted in Parisian society with her close friends, Coco Chanel and Jean Cocteau. Lady Iya Abdy designed handbags with Coco Chanel and it is said that she designed the first bucket bag.
Among Lady Iya Abdy’s exquisite pieces, this auction also features Hollywood relics of her son, actor George Gaynes and his wife, Allyn Ann McLerie. Many of the artwork featured in this auction has never been seen before and are part of the personal collection of Lady Iya Abdy.
This estate features French and Early American Furniture pieces, artwork from the 1800’s-now, costumes used by George Gaynes, vintage and modern clothing, and antique and modern household items.
Special Instructions
Estate is in North Bend, but pickup is located in Spanaway. PLEASE NOTE IF PICKUP IN SPANAWAY IS NOT AN OPTION FOR YOU, LIMITED PICKUP IN SNOQUALMIE IS AVAILABLE FOR SELECT ITEMS. PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE BIDDING. ...view more
ALL WINNING BIDDERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW ID. The shipping address must match what is on the buyers credit card and ID, or we will not ship. Please update BEFORE BIDDING.
PICK-UP DETAILS: Pick-up in Spanaway on Sun. December 3rd from 10AM-4PM. If no alternate pickup has been requested before pick-up day, item will be forfeited with no refund.
Please bring the help if required for large and/or heavy items as well as boxes & necessary packing materials for your auction items, as we DO NOT provide these services.
All items are SOLD AS IS. Bidders are strongly encouraged to ask questions prior to bidding. While we will do our best to list any damage, repairs or condition issues, the absence of these descriptions or conditions must not be taken to imply that the lot is in perfect condition. You should expect signs of wear consistent with age. All sales are final. No returns, credits or exchanges. Please review photos carefully prior to bidding.
SHIPPING
We ONLY ship USPS flat rate (shipping & handling fees of $8 for first lot, $4 for each additional lot plus cost of shipment). Any other shipping MUST be coordinated with a third party by the BUYER. You must meet a $50 purchase minimum in order for us to ship.
If the item is larger than 12" and weighs more than 6lbs, it will need to be shipped via UPS. Please contact the local UPS store for estimated shipping charges at store0352@theupsstore.com, or (253) 840-0807. You can also estimate shipping costs via their website at https://locations.theupsstore.com/wa/puyallup/4227-s-meridian
We will not coordinate or pre-pay for shipment of these items. Handling fees for these items are $8 for first lot, $4 for each additional lot.
These items are shipped 7-10 days following the auction. All packing and shipping charges for items shipped in-house will be charged to the credit card on file and a shipping receipt with tracking will be texted or emailed to the account on file.