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Hermès Crocodile Carriage Belt Black 106HERA823
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
scuffs on the strap. . Several black marks on the back of the leather strap. Scratches on the hardware
Category

20th Century Belts

The Stories that Create Us #12, 2021 Mixed Media Painting in (Green+Red+Violet)
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
between and binding fore and background, the artist creates various line qualities through scratching back
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

The Stories that Create Us #19, 2021 Mixed Media Painting in Orange Black Yellow
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
binding foreground and background, the artist creates various line qualities through scratching back into
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

The Stories that Create Us #6, 2021 Mixed Media Painting in Blush Orange Black
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
binding fore and background, the artist creates various line qualities through scratching back into the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

The Stories that Create Us #13, 2021 Mixed Media Painting Dark Blue Yellow Green
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
binding fore and background, the artist creates various line qualities through scratching back into the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

The Stories that Create Us #14, 2021 Mixed Media Painting in Black, Grey Blue
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
and background, the artist creates various line qualities through scratching back into the face of the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Mixed Media, Wood Panel

Faberge s "The Big Egg Hunt N.Y." April 2014, #65 Egg by Artist Mary Mattingly
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. One of the figures has become separated from the Egg and will need to be welded or epoxied back on
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Chrome

One Hundred Years of Alberto Sordi # 11 - Vintage Photograph - 1950 s
Located in Roma, IT
of Alberto Sordi as is scratches his back on theatral pose . This lot is part of a selection of
Category

1950s Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Late 19th Century Renaissance Style Carved Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
: Top very worn and scratched, back cut-out for wires, otherwise consistent with age.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Hermes Mustard yellow pebbled leather clutch
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
front, closes with a silver metal disk featuring the Hermes calèche logo and snap at the back, the disk
Category

20th Century French Clutches

MONCLER c.2009 Nylon Black Mesh Stripe Zip Pocket Pleated Knee Length Skirt
By Moncler, Thom Browne
Located in Thiensville, WI
near both front pockets (not noticeable except on close inspection). Faint scratch ar back rear right
Category

Early 2000s Circle Skirts

Historic Rare Carved memorial plaque made by Jewish internee in Cyprus, 1948
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
There family members exact date of death in the holocaust) . the back side has a scratched inscription
Category

Vintage 1940s Cypriot Antiquities

Materials

Soapstone

Royal Ulhans Regiment of Tsar Nicholas II - Original Photo by Karl Bulla
By Karl Bulla
Located in Roma, IT
. Handwritten signature of the photographer on front lower edge. Handwritten pencil notes on the back. Some
Category

Early 1900s Portrait Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper

Italian Mid-Century Mirror with Brass Frame and Decorations by Crystal Art 1950s
By Ultima Crystal Art
Located in MIlano, IT
Milan Italy Crystal Art, ca.1950. The mirror have the label on the back. Good condition, some small
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Stuart Island Lighthouse Washington, Painting, Watercolor on Watercolor Paper
By Daniel Clarke
Located in Yardley, PA
, skinny, looking out, wind blows Fir tree needles scratch the back of my neck, Eyes locked on to a pod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Impressionist Drawings and Watercolor Pain...

Materials

Watercolor

1960, Pierre Paulin, Original 1st Fabric Silver Grey Leather Slice Chair
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
all museums of modern art in the world. In good condition. Very light scratch on the back (see picture
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Ethereal Abstraction 28, Abstract Painting
By Patrick O Boyle
Located in San Francisco, CA
apply layers of color. Scraping, scratching & painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

The Dream - Contemporary Abstract Painting on Canvas(Blue + Yellow + White)
By Laurie Barmore
Located in Gilroy, CA
scratching back into the face of the painting itself. Together, the use of hand and manipulation of line, the
Category

2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Set of Three Gold 1960s Charlotte Perriand Disc Wall Light by Honsel, Germany
By Honsel, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
traces of use and patina, full working. Due to wall installation scratches at the back, see image.    
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Ethereal Abstraction 27, Abstract Painting
By Patrick O Boyle
Located in San Francisco, CA
fluid acrylics, ink, and collage papers, I apply layers & layers of color. Scraping, scratching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

Ethereal Abstraction with Pink, Abstract Painting
By Patrick O Boyle
Located in San Francisco, CA
layers & layers of color. Scraping, scratching & painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

C1850 English Victorian Angelic Cameo Gold Frame Brooch signed by J. Mouhe
Located in Baltimore, MD
cameos are often difficult to read as signatures are usually quite literally scratched onto the back of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

14K Gold Opal and Seed Pearl Vintage Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
that the larger opal has a small chip below and the gold has a noticeable scratch at the back. These
Category

Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Diamond Inlay and Mosaic Gemstone Mesh Bracelet 14 Karat Gold
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
condition with just a few light surface scratches on the back and on the push clasp. They are not visible
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k G...

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930
By Thonet, Paul Schuitema
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
the back (see picture #9). Some scratches on the wooden armrests. Also another armchair with the same
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Meyle Mayer 1895 German Art Nouveau Enameled Brooch with Diana in 18Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold just normal scratches in the back. This brooch has
Category

Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Small Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Brooch in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
surface scratches on the back with some very slight discoloration to the metal. Metal: 14 karat rose
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Hermès Vintage Sequana Bag Magic Purple Blue Porosus Crocodile Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
has no discoloration. Skin is absolutely gorgeous. There is a very light scratch at the back of the
Category

1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Breakthrough, expressionistic original painting
Located in Deddington, GB
process of building up layers and then stripping back and scratching into the surface to reveal hidden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Abstract Paintings

Materials

Birch, Mixed Media, Acrylic

The Despatch
Located in San Francisco, CA
liner. It is in excellent condition, it has a minor restored scratch on the back of the canvas, not
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Adolescent Turkey Bronze Sculpture by the American Animalier Albert Laessle
By Albert Laessle, Roman Bronze Works
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sculptor, Albert Laessle. The dynamically modeled young bird is straining to scratch its back with
Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Lowey
Located in Topeka, KS
thoroughly cleaned and restored. There were a couple very small veneer patches made on back edges and a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Ethereal Abstraction 25, Abstract Painting
By Patrick O Boyle
Located in San Francisco, CA
, scraping, scratching and painting back into it to reveal subtle texture, color, shape and patterns." This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage 1950s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Back Mechanical Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
been serviced and it runs well. Visible signs of ageing and wear with light scratches on the back case
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Vintage George Webster Co Sterling Silver Vanity Set (535g) Hand Mirror Brush
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Hallmarks: STERLING (george webster co) Condition: Good vintage condition; scratches visible on back of
Category

Antique 19th Century American Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chanel Reissue 2.55 Quilted Printed Canvas Limited Edition Wallet on a Chain Bag
By Chanel
Located in Freehold, NJ
, tiny tiny scratch , back side has protective coating INTERIOR: blue fabric and leather, mint
Category

2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Timeless Jumbo double flap in lilac quilted lambskin leather, PHW
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
​ ​stain​ ​on​ ​the​ ​back)​ ​and​ ​hardware​ ​(scratches)
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Antique Aesthetic Movement Silverplate Tray with Birds
Located in Seguin, TX
design with birds and grapes. Marked on back, surface scratches.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Sheffield and Silv...

Materials

Silver Plate

Chanel Around 1992 Made Classic Flap Handbag with Micro Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
slight scratch, wrinkle and rubbing Back: With slight wrinkle, rubbing Side: With slight rubbing Bottom
Category

20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Rhinestone Clover Earrings in Gold/ Green, 2001
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
in France Measurements: Diameter: 2 cm Condition: Good Front: With slight scratch Back: With slight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stud Earrings

Materials

Gold

Chanel Around 1990 Made Classic Flap Chain Bag 25Cm in Black
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
16 x W 25 x D 6 cm Shoulder Double: 53 cm Single: 89 cm Condition: Front: With some rubbing Back
Category

20th Century Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vitra - Suita Sofa by Antonio Citterio - Camel Premium F Leather
By Vitra, Antonio Citterio
Located in NIJMEGEN, NL
sofa and the back (see photo). No scratches, but small dents, etc. present. Information about Vitra
Category

2010s German Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Gucci Ladies Diamantissima Black Leather Watch 32mm
By Gucci
Located in West Sussex, GB
working order. The glass is pristine with no visible scratches. Micro scratches on the back case, minor
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel

Chanel Around 2002 Made Chocolate Bar Turn-Lcok Chain Bag Champagne Gold
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
wrinkle, rubbing Back: With slight wrinkle, some rubbing Side: With slight rubbing, dirt Bottom: With
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Large Mid Century Modern Zebra Wood Desk By Peter Protzman For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Peter Protzmann
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Small gouges at the front of the desk and a few on the back also. Also some scratches on the metal part
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Zebra Wood

18K White Yellow Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White & Yellow Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet Inner cir. 6 1/8 inches, with open back. Normal wear
Category

Early 2000s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Coastal Walks, soft green and white encaustic painting
Located in Toronto, ON
. The molten mix is applied to a surface—usually prepared wood, built up in layers, and or scratched
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Encaustic, Wood Panel

Study for Venus, pink, turquoise, and white encaustic wax abstract painting
Located in Toronto, ON
. The molten mix is applied to a surface—usually prepared wood, built up in layers, and or scratched
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Encaustic, Wood Panel

Vintage Iconic KARL LAGERFELD Fan Silver Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Karl Lagerfeld fan earrings. - Silver tone hardware. - Signed LAGERFELD. - Clip back earrings. - Some
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Massive JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER Geometric Art Deco Earrings
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
hardware. - Signed SCHERRER PARIS. - Clip back earrings. - Minor hairline scratches.
Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Juliet Holland 1999 Signed “Sensaku VIII” Mixed Media Wall Assemblage
By Juliet Holland
Located in Indianapolis, IN
piece separating an intentionally scratched, gouged, and carved lower half. The assemblage is signed
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Plaster, Driftwood, Paint, Paper

18 Karat Gold Vintage 1930s Asprey Ladies Watch
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Carlisle, GB
missing. Tiny dent & scratches on the back of watch case as shown. Please study the images carefully as
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

CHANEL, 2.55 in purple leather
By Chanel
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: CHANEL - Model: 2:55 - Condition: Very good condition. Stain at the back of the bag
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Antique Silver and Niello Trench Watch
Located in Carlisle, GB
& scratches on the enamel dial, few scratches on the top glass. And also there is few dents and scratches on
Category

Antique 1880s Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Niello

James L. Bruch Abstract Acrylic on Paper Painting
Located in Indianapolis, IN
, then scratched and scraped back down, creating layers — evoking time. Holland showed in over one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint, Paper

Juliet Holland Signed 1999 “Intimations 8” Mixed Media Wall Assemblage
By Juliet Holland
Located in Indianapolis, IN
, paints, clay, powders, metallics, and natural elements, which were built up, then scratched and scraped
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Juliet Holland Signed “Blue Encrustation #2” Mixed Media Wall Assemblage
By Juliet Holland
Located in Indianapolis, IN
sand, paints, clay, powders, metallics, and natural elements, which were built up, then scratched and
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

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