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ISSUE TWENTYONE / SEPTEMBER 2013
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ART
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JEWELLERY
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COLLECTABLES
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PRE–OWNED LUXURY
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M A R G A R E T R I V E R
A friend of mine and art dealer, who amongst
the other interesting facets of his business,
is involved in the arbitrage and sale of
important sculpture, has a very pragmatic
and interesting position when it comes to
the ’investment question’ - a question which
seems to rear its head more often over the
acquisition of art than over any of the other
exotic collecting classes.
Interestingly, his answer to the ‘investment
question’ also takes the form of a question:
“When you buy your $15,000 designer
lounge suite do you ask the interior
consultant if it’s a good investment?” This
question has two points to make. Firstly, that
this dealer doesn’t like talking ’investment‘
when it comes to art (and I’m in agreement
with him). Secondly, and perhaps most
importantly, it asks why does art need to be
an ‘investment‘?
Robert Hughes, my favourite critic on
the subject of art and money, traces the
conception of art investment back to the
1960s when Time magazine published an
art index on its front cover which had been
conceived by some mathematician who no
doubt found the application of numbers to
art rather interesting and ground-breaking.
Bingo! According to Hughes, this is when
it became fashionable for people to start
thinking about art not just as a sophisticated
and gentle pleasure, but as something with
a bit of ’Wall Street‘ about it. Add to that the
British Rail Fund going on a spending spree
with the advice of Sotheby’s and everyone
thought that it was very clever to think of art
as an investment. As an aside, it’s interesting
to remind oneself that Duveen, the greatest
of the art dealers in the first half of the 20th
century, never discussed ’return on assets‘
– his mega-rich clients knew that art was
something you did with spare cash when
you had everything else there was to acquire
and when you wanted to pursue something
gentler and more stimulating than stocks
and bonds.
Now back to the lounge suite question. I
have discussed this issue with my dealer
friend and the response he gets is usually
silence or a nod which indicates that his
point is taken or acknowledges the fact that
maybe a work of art doesn’t have to ’show
a profit‘. After all, people know that their
$15,000 spend on their lounge suite will
depreciate when it walks out the door of the
retail establishment by a minimum of 50%
and within a year by perhaps 80%.
My response to clients asking the
‘investment question’ is three-fold, but
in a similar vein. Firstly, I explain to them
that the huge windfalls and profits which
their friends ’made‘ were not constructed
strategies at all, but never more than flukes
generated by unanticipated timing and
a rapid, unpredictable upward swing in
taste. Secondly, I advise them that if their
purchase (and this is an arbitrary figure and
relative) is say$10,000, then they should ask
themselves whether a beautiful work of art
which stimulates them and enriches them
psychologically over a period of around
20 years is worth the $500 a year cost to
acquire it. Inevitably, they agree that the
“investment” may simply be the pleasure
of enjoying something over a lifetime, and
that at the end of the journey, the original
investment will appear to be a small sum to
have spent for such an enduring pleasure.
Finally, I acknowledge that people want to
know that they are not ’throwing money
away‘ and I say to them, “Rather than
asking whether art is a good ‘investment’,
ask yourself if the money is well-placed.
That is, can they be assured that if they had
to sell their item of visual pleasure they
would receive a sensible sum back on their
purchase. As long as they are buying an
established artist or an emerging one who
is well networked through the gallery scene
or one who has ‘bottomed out‘ at auction
(as so much art has at present), and with
the proviso that one can never truly predict
shifts and turns in taste, then they can rest
assured that their money is well-placed.
FOREWORD
JOHN ALBRECHT
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CONTENTS
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CALENDAR 3
NEWS 4
MODERN DESIGN & SPECIAL
INTERIORS 6
ABORIGINAL ART 8
SPECIALIST PRINTS 9
FINE ART 10
FINE JEWELLERY 12
PRE-OWNED LUXURY 13
CLASSIC FURNITURE, OBJECTS &
COLLECTABLES 14
THE SPECIALIST COLLECTOR 15
THE ANTIQUE & INTERIORS AUCTION 16
MANOLA BLAHNIK 17
ANNE PHILLIPS FOR LEONARD JOEL 18
MONTHLY TOYS 20
VAULT 21
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2 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS
The Antique & Interiors Auction Every ThursdayFurniture & Interiors – 10am Jewellery & Wristwatches – 10.30am Art – 11.30am Books – 12pm Objects & Collectables – 12pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
The Fine Art Auction Monday 16th September 2013 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
The Fine Jewellery Auction Tuesday 17th September 2013 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
Pre-Owned Luxury Auction Thursday 19th September 2013 – 1pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
The Monthly Toy Auction Thursday 26th September 2013 – 12pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
Aboriginal Art & Artefact Auction Thursday 10th October 2013 – 6.30pm 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables Auction Sunday 27th October 2013 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
The Specialist Print Auction Thursday 14th November 2013 – 11.30am 333 Malvern Road, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria
CALENDAR
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Auctions and viewing times are subject to change.
Modern Design & Special Interiors Auction
Lot 62ERMANNO TOSO (act.1922-1973)LIDDED DECANTER Sold for $732 (IBP)
3 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
NEWS
THE MODERN MENAGERIE
ANNOUNCING SOPHIE ULLIN AS OUR NEW HEAD OF ART
LOT 1017 FOUR RARE TAXIDERMIED AMAZONIAN PARROTS PERCHED IN DIORAMASOLD $2,232 (IBP)
Collectors and spectators alike were
surprised to discover a naturalist habitat
had engulfed the white room on the 14th
August. Past Natural history offerings had
always been centred around traditional
collections such as taxidermy, fossils and
shells, however the August auction featured
an unusual selection of wonders usually
found in Victorian cabinets of curiosity.
Appealing to both traditional and modern
collectors was a single owner collection
of hand decorated marine ivories, a small
sprout of Australian flowering plants,
framed entomological dioramas and a
collector’s feast of natural gems and semi
precious stones. On the eve of the auction
this modern menagerie was the background
to the launch of our Informed Collector
lecture series. Collector and natural history
aficionado Jason Sprague was invited to
offer his knowledge at this themed floor
talk, enlightening all audience members on
the birth, history and modern relationship
between man and nature.
The highlights of the auction were four
rare taxidermied Amazonian parrots that
fetched $2232.23 (IBP) (illustrated), a large
group of seven natural whales teeth that
sold for $2440 (IBP) and the occult made
a fashionable come back with the result of
an amethyst crystal sphere at $1403 (IBP).
For enquiries about the purchase or sale of natural history items contact:
Chiara Curcio
(03) 8825 5604
Leonard Joel is very pleased to announce that Sophie Ullin has been appointed Head of
Art. Sophie brings years of art industry expertise across gallery, auction and consultancy
perspectives. For the past 11 years she has run her own art advisory business and prior to
that worked with Deutscher-Menzies, Lawson-Menzies and Lauraine Diggins Fine Art
following a double major BA Hons (Visual Arts).
With a background in 19th and 20th Australian art, Sophie’s expertise equally encompasses
Aboriginal art and international contemporary art. Sophie is also a valuer for the Australian
Government’s Cultural Gifts Program, a co-founder of the Art Consulting Association of
Australia and until recently, an art market correspondent for the online Australian Art
Sales Digest.
CONTACT Sophie Ullin | Head of Art
Approved to value classes of art for the Australian Government’s
Cultural Gifts Program t: 03 8825 5609
4 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
NEWS
ARTHUR BOYD (1920-1999)FLAME TREES WITH PULPIT ROCKCOLLOGRAPH 22/2562.5 X 89CM$1,500-2,500 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
For enquiries contact:
Nicole Salvo
(03) 8825 5624
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5 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
MODERN DESIGN & SPECIAL INTERIORS RESULTS
The Modern Design and Special Interiors
auction on Sunday 25 August was held
at Leonard Joel’s saleroom at 12 Smith
St, Collingwood following the success
of the David Bromley curated Modern
+ Traditional auction in July. Once
again the space was transformed, with a
diverse range of Australian and European
furniture, ceramics and glass, lighting
and other examples of post-1950 design.
Arguably the scarcest lot in the sale was an
early pair of DC dining chairs by Australian
designer Fred Ward (lot 207A). The chairs
were believed to have been amongst the
first 100 made by manufacturer Fler
before their design was modified. Spirited
room bidding ensured that the chairs
soared past their conservative estimate
of $300-500 to realise $2,160 (IBP).
Other Australian highlights included an
unmistakeable, extravagant buffet by Sol
Shapiro (lot 7) that realised $7,200 (IBP)
against an estimate of $6,000 -8,000 and
an unusual Grant Featherston coffee
table which tripled its estimate to realise
$3,600 (IBP). A growing interest in
contemporary Australian design resulted
in some pleasing results for two chairs
by Mark Newson. An Orgone chair (lot
206) estimated at $600-800 realised
$1,200 (IBP) and a Nimrod chair (lot 205)
estimated at $700-900 sold for $1,140 (IBP).
A diverse collection of glass and ceramics
attracted considerable interest from
international collectors bidding by
telephone and bidding live via Artfact.
com. Highlights included a striking Giulio
Radi vase (lot 199) that sold for $2,280
(IBP) and a Luciano Vistosi egg-shaped
lamp (lot 22) that realised $2,400 (IBP)
against an estimate of $800-1,200. A
ceramic Pablo Picasso Dove Subject (lot
135) sold for $3,120 (IBP) and surely the
most striking lot in the sale, a 1970s Murano
glass fountain achieved $3,120 (IBP).
Strong prices were also achieved for
international furniture. Two Elda chairs
(lots 112 & 113) by Italian industrial designer
Joe Colombo sold for $4,560 (IBP) and
$6,100 (IBP) against estimates of $4,000-
6,000 and $5,000-7,000 respectively.
A fine example of the iconic Eames
lounge chair 670 and ottoman 671 (lot
179) achieved $5,368 and an impressive
sideboard by Danish designer Ib Kofod-
Larsen (lot 170) sold for $4,080.
LOT 120PAIR OF AMERICAN ART MODERNE ARMCHAIRS Sold for $4,392 IBP
LOT 188SVEND SKIPPER BEAR CHAIR Sold for $1,952 IBP
LOT 179CHARLES EAMES (1907–1978) AND RAY EAMES (1912–1988) LOUNGE CHAIR 670 AND OTTOMAN 671 * Sold for $5,368 IBP
MODERNDESIGN & SPECIAL INTERIORS
LOT 22LUCIANO VISTOSI (1931-2010) EGG SHAPED FLOOR LAMP Sold for $2,440 IBP
6 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
MODERN DESIGN & SPECIAL INTERIORS RESULTS
LOT 124LARGE BLACK MOOOI HANGING PENDANT LIGHT Sold for $390 IBP
LOT 135PABLO PICASSO (1881-1973) DOVE SUBJECT (A.R. 435) Sold for $3,172 IBP
LOT 199GIULIO RADI (1885-1952) VASE MANUFACTURED BY AVEM Sold for $2,318 IBP
LOT 101VENINI FOR GIANNI VERSACE POST MODERNO VASESold for $2,196 IBP
LOT 133JOE COLOMBO (1930-1971) BLACK AND WHITE ELDA CHAIRSold for $6,100 IBP
7 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
ABORIGINAL ART
Aboriginal Art & Artefacts AuctionThursday 10 October 2013, 6.30pm
PreviewSaturday 5 October 2013 10am - 5pm Sunday 6 October 2013 10am - 5pm Monday 7 October 2013 10am - 4pm Tuesday 8 October 2013 10am - 4pm Wednesday 9 October 2013 9am - 8pm
EnquiriesSophie UllinHead of Art(03) 8825 5609 [email protected]
Pauline Sunfly Nangala, Untitled 2003 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
Artist Unknown, Untitled © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
ABORIGINAL ART & ARTEFACTS
Hermannsburg School, Coolamon, Central Australian Landscape c1950
8 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
SPECIALIST PRINTS RESULTS
SPECIALIST PRINTS
3078MURRAY GRIFFIN (1903-1992) Pelican linocut 23/26 Sold for $2,074 (IBP)
3055GIORGIO DE CHIRICO (GREEK/ITALIAN, 1888-1978) Castore, from I Cavalli 1948 lithograph 11/94 Sold for $3,172 (IBP)© reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
With a full room in attendance and plenty of action on the phones and Artfact, the
August Specialist Print Auction proved that the appetite for this medium is strong, with
a clearance rate of more than 80% by lot and over 100% by value.
Despite condition issues, Giorgio De Chirico’s 1948 lithograph Castore (lot 3055) was
the most hotly contested lot in the auction, selling well above the estimate of $400-
600 for $3,172 (IBP). There was also solid interest in renowned Australian printmaker
Vaughan Murray Griffin, with the linocut Pelican (lot 3078) selling for $2,074 (IBP)
against an estimate of $1,000-2,000. We are currently consigning for our final Special-
ist Print Auction for 2013 scheduled for Thursday 14th November.
For enquiries please contact
Nicole Salvo [email protected] (03) 8825 5624
NOWCONSIGNING
FOR NOVEMBER
AUCTION
9 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
FINE ART
SEPTEMBER ART PREVIEW
LOT 62RAY CROOKE (BORN 1922) Women under the Frangipani Treeoil on canvas $15,000 - 20,000 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
LOT 69CHARLES BLACKMAN (BORN 1928)Schoolgirls circa 1960oil on laminated paper $20,000 - 30,000 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
LOT 61§ ROBERT DICKERSON (BORN 1924) Young Girl acrylic on canvas $10,000-15,000
LOT 68PRO HART (1928-2006)The South Australian Mural 1993oil on canvas (four panels) $60,000 - 80,000
The Fine Art AuctionMonday 16 September 2013, 6.30pm
PreviewWednesday 11 September 2013 9am - 8pm Thursday 12 September 2013 10am - 4pm Friday 13 September 2013 10am - 4pm Saturday 14 September 2013 10am - 5pm Sunday 15 September 2013 10am - 5pm
EnquiriesSophie UllinHead of Art(03) 8825 [email protected]
10 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
FINE ART
LOT 220RICK AMOR (BORN 1948) Self Portrait 1973 oil on board $1,500-2,000 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
LOT 135JEFFREY SMART (1921-2013) Afternoon Shadows 1945oil on canvas $20,000 - 25,000
LOT 94JOHN OLSEN (BORN 1928) Cormorants 2005 etching with oil pastel 7/23 $1,500 - 2,500 © reproduced with the permission of Viscopy Ltd
CLIFFORD LAST (1918-1991)Untitledbronze on stone base36cm (height)$2,000 - 4,000
ART11 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
FINE JEWELLERY
FINE JEWELLERY WHO’S FRED?
126A GEM SET COCKTAIL RING BY FRED, PARIS $8,000-12,000
Remember the heart shaped ruby and
diamond necklace worn by Julia Roberts in
Pretty Woman? That’s Fred! More recently
Fred associated with Kate Moss for the
design of an exclusive jewellery collection.
The name FRED was adopted after the
WW2 German occupation of France because
of the Jewish origins of its founder.
In 1936, at the young age of twenty eight
founder Fred Samuel opened his first store
in Paris. Born into a family of jewellers
Fred created a style of jewellery that was
prestigious, creative and liberated from
tedious tradition. He quickly gained a
reputation amongst the elite and became
famous for his jewels designed by Jean
Cocteau. His early clients included Marlene
Dietrich and Grace Kelly to name a few.
Today Fred is owned by fashion
conglomerate LVMH. It has lost none of its
flare and is featured in many major films,
most recently Casino Royal and is still
adorned by the stars. In 1999 Fred opened
its flagship boutique on Place Vendôme in
Paris, alongside the world’s most renowned
jewellers. Fred has retained the essence of
its original founder, its style, a combination
of boldness and discipline.
The Fine Jewellery AuctionTuesday 17 September 2013, 6.30pm
Preview in SydneyQueen Street Gallery, 28 Queen Street, WoollahraFriday 30 August 10am-4pmSaturday 31 August 10am-4pmSunday 1 September 10am-4pm
Preview in MelbourneSaturday 14 September 10am-5pmSunday 15 September 10am-5pmMonday 16 September 10am-5pm
EnquiriesJohn D’AgataHead of Jewellery(03) 8825 5605 / 0408 355 339 [email protected]
12 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
PRE-OWNED LUXURY
Although trained as a silversmith and goldsmith Georg Jensen had ambitions of
becoming a serious sculptor.He worked successfully as a ceramist before he ever
contemplated jewellery.
Jensen started working as a jeweller only out of financial necessity as jewellery
was cheaper to produce than silver flatware or hollowware.
He initially only worked in silver and semi-precious stones as it was economical.
In the early days, as Jensen was a sole operator, his shop stock was regularly
depleted of stock and he would put up a “Closed for Repairs” sign until he could
produce new pieces.
All of the early Georg Jensen was handmade without the use of any machinery.
The famous ‘Acorn’ pattern seen in Jensen’s jewellery and flatware was actually
designed by fellow collaborator and business partner Johan Rohde.
Pre-Owned Luxury AuctionThursday 19 September 2013, 1pm
PreviewSaturday 14 September 10am-5pmSunday 15 September 10am-5pmMonday 16 September 10am-5pm Wednesday 18 September 2013 10am - 8pm
EnquiriesJohn D’AgataHead of Jewellery(03) 8825 5605 / 0408 355 339 [email protected]
SEVEN THINGS YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ABOUT GEORG JENSEN
LOT 312A BANGLE BY GEORG JENSEN $300 - 500
LOT 308A BROOCH BY GEORG JENSEN $300 - 500
LOT 329A RING BY GEORG JENSEN $400 - 600
LOT 305 (PART)A JEWELLERY SUITE BY GEORG JENSEN $800 - 1200
LOT 317 A PAIR OF CUFFLINKS BY GEORG JENSEN $200 - 400
13 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
CLASSIC FURNITURE,OBJECTS & COLLECTABLES
CLASSIC FURNITURE, OBJECTS & COLLECTABLES
Auction October 2013Melbourne
Now Consigning
Australian and International Modern Design;
European and Australian Furniture; Porcelain;
Silver; Clocks; Australian Decorative Arts;
Asian Works of Art; Single Owner Collections
Specialist enquiries contact
Guy Cairnduff
Head of Classic Furniture & Objects
03 8825 5611 / 0407 828 137
Giles Moon
Head of Modern Design & Collectables
03 8825 5635 / 0439 493 038
ENTRIES INVITED
NOW CONSIGNING FOR OCTOBER CLASSIC FURNITURE AUCTION
GABRIELLE ARGY ROUSSEAU (1885 - 1963)MEDAILLONS FLEURIS PATE DE VERRE GLASS VASE, CIRCA 1925$10,000 - 12,000
14 LEONARDSEPTEMBER
THE SPECIALIST COLLECTOR
1030A PAIR OF EDWARDIAN STERLING SILVER LIDDED TUREENSSold for $2,500 (IBP)
2171A FINE QUALITY FRENCH OAK SHOP DISPLAY CABINETSold for $4,600 (IBP)
1100A FINE QUALITY FRENCH GILT METAL MOUNTED KINGWOOD DINING TABLESold for $3,400 (IBP)
Bidders from the local and surrounding
area were out in force when the stock in
trade of Gympie Antiques and Restorations
went under the hammer on Sunday 4th
August. Held on-site at the premises of
well-known Gympie antique dealer, Victor
Nixon, the auction highlighted the strengths
in today’s auction market, along with a few
surprises! One of the most interesting items
in the collection, the cedar cased Fitzroy
phone exchange, prompted a battle between
three telephone bidders. A popular item
amongst Leonard Joel’s Facebook followers
and expected to return to Melbourne,
competition from local buyers saw it reach
a hammer price of $1,000 (IBP), finding
a new home a mere three kilometres
down the road from Mr Nixon’s shop.
The other highlights from the auction
were provided by high quality antique
furniture and objects from Mr Nixon’s
private collection, including a fine pair of
Edwardian sterling silver lidded tureens,
which realised $2,500 (IBP), a fine quality
French oak shop display cabinet, which sold
for $4,600 (IBP) and a French gilt metal
mounted Kingwood dining table, which
reached a hammer price of $3,400 (IBP).
For enquiries about selling your
single owner collection or important
individual item, contact:
Guy Cairnduff
Head of the Specialist Collector
03 8825 5611 / 0407 828 137
GYMPIEANTIQUES & RESTORATIONS
15 SEPTEMBERLEONARD
THE ANTIQUE & INTERIORS AUCTION
THE ANTIQUE & INTERIORS AUCTION
POST - WAR FURNITURE AND APPLIED ARTS
FEATURING THE ‘COLLECTION OF THE LATE DR ERNST & NOEMI FOOKSIn mid September Leonard Joel is proud to be entrusted with the dispersal of the personal collection of the late Dr Ernest Fooks, a well respected architect and cultural visionary of Melbourne.The residence of 32 Howitt Road Caulfield which Dr Fooks shared with his wife Noemi is of great historical significance to Victoria and encapsulates the correlation between architecture and bespoke interiors, which was a hallmark of interior design in Melbourne post World War II. Dr Fooks was a highly talented, progressive, European-trained migrant who made an important contribution to architecture, education of
town planners, and to the cultural life of Melbourne in the decades immediately following the Second World War. The auction will showcase a variety of Scandinavian and Australian post-war furniture, complemented by ceramics and art from the period. For enquiries contact Anna Grassham
Manager Antiques and Interiors
Ph: 8825 5614 E: [email protected]
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MANOLO BLAHNIK
YES IT’S A PAIR OF ‘THOSE SHOES’…Cast your mind back, not too long ago. It
was one of the most anticipated moments in
movie and television history. Mr. Big finally
proposes to Carrie Bradshaw in the ‘Sex
and the City’ movie. OK, so the proposal is
over and we get down to the important part;
which shoes is Carrie going to wear on her
wedding day? Well if you were a devotee of
the series you wouldn’t have had to guess
for long, Manolo Blahnik of course! Cobalt
blue with a diamante feature buckle to be
exact. The groom was nervous, the outfit was
simple but elegant, the shoes were stunning.
It is amazing the impact this series had on
the psyche of its fashion conscious audience.
If you loved the shoes, here’s your chance to
own a pair. These iconic shoes and hundreds
of designer items will be offered for sale in
the next Leonard Joel Pre-Owned Luxury
Auction, 1pm Thursday 19 September 2013.
Pre-Owned Luxury AuctionThursday 19 September 2013, 1pm
PreviewSaturday 14 September 10am-5pmSunday 15 September 10am-5pmMonday 16 September 10am-5pm Wednesday 18 September 2013 10am - 8pm
EnquiriesJohn D’AgataHead of Jewellery(03) 8825 5605 / 0408 355 339 [email protected]
MANOLO BLAHNIKCOBALT BLUE WITH A DIAMANTE FEATURE BUCKLE
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ANNE PHILLIPS FOR LEONARD JOEL
ANNE PHILLIPS
FOR LEONARD JOEL
SYDNEY
Leonard Joel is delighted to announce the appointment of Anne Phillips as Senior
Specialist & Valuer, Sydney. Anne, who has lived and breathed the Sydney auction
scene for over a decade as both a specialist and an auctioneer, has worked with
Bonhams & Goodman, Bay East Auctions and Sotheby’s Australia.
Although Anne’s particular area of expertise is in the fields of Australian art, rare
books and important international art, she has an affinity with all areas of collecting
and her knowledge of the industry extends across most auction categories.
With her extensive industry experience and commitment to excellence in customer
service, Anne is perfectly placed to assist private and corporate clients in Sydney
develop, refine or disperse their collections.
Anne will be featuring regularly in the pages of LEONARD, but if you enjoy social
media and would like to keep up with the latest news about what’s happening in
the world of art and auctions, follow her at:
LEONARD JOEL NOW IN SYDNEY
Fine JewelleryIncluding signed pieces, modern & antique jewellery and collectable wristwatches.
Fine ArtIncluding important international art and Aboriginal art.
Classic Furniture and ObjectsIncluding modern design and single-owner collections Entries invited for October sale / Closing Friday 6 September
Single Owner CollectionsWhether you are managing an estate or downsizing a lifetime’s collecting, Leonard Joel’s 12 specialists and 90 years of experience will ensure that the process is conducted sensitively and efficiently.
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ANNE PHILLIPS FOR LEONARD JOEL
When Project Five was launched in 2009, it was
the first auction in Australia entirely devoted to
street art. The project, which is conceived and
curated by aMBUSH Gallery and which won a
2011 National Australia Business Arts Foundation
Award, has featured such prominent Australian
artists as Anthony Lister, Kid Zoom (Ian Strange)
and E.L.K. (Luke Cornish).
The 2013 edition of Project Five, which is part of
Sydney’s highly successful Art & About festival,
will be hosted by Darling Quarter and feature the
celebrated contemporary Australian street artists
Adnate, Jodee Knowles, Numskull and Rone.
This year’s artists will transform Darling Quarter’s
Village Green into a public, open-air studio
as they create art works to be sold at a charity
auction. The auction, which will be presided
over by Leonard Joel’s Sydney-based Senior
Specialist & Valuer, Anne Phillips, raises funds for
Information and Cultural Exchange (ICE) and its
SWITCH program, which provides opportunities
in the digital arts for talented youth in Western
Sydney. Purchases are 100% tax deductable.
Come along to the live art event and see
paintings being created before your eyes, view
the site-specific art works designed especially for
the public art exhibition and attend the charity
auction to engage in some competitive bidding
for a cutting-edge work of street art.
www.project5.com.au
PROJECT FIVE | VOLUME FIVE | TWENTY THIRTEEN
EVENTS IN SYDNEY
LIVE ART EVENTVILLAGE GREEN, DARLING QUARTER, SYDNEYFriday 27 September 6-9pmSaturday 28 September 12-3pmSunday 29 September 12-3pmFree Public Event
PUBLIC ART EXHIBITION‘OPEN’ PUBLIC ART SPACE, CIVIC CONNECTOR, DARLING QUARTER, SYDNEYSaturday 20 September to Sunday 20 October (24/7)Free Public Event
ART AUCTION FOR CHARITYCOMMONWEALTH BANK PLACE, SOUTHERN TOWER, DARLING QUARTERThursday 17 October 6-8pm
RSVP Event: Contact Anne Phillips 0403 142 106 | anne.phillips@leonard joel.com.au
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MONTHLY TOYS
Monthly Toy AuctionThursday 26 September 2013, 12pm
PreviewWednesday 25 September 2013 10am - 8pm
EnquiriesGiles MoonHead of Modern Design & Collectables(03) 8825 5635 / 0439 493 038 [email protected]
MONTHLY TOYS
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MARUSAN (JAPAN) TINPLATE STAR FIRE MODEL, CIRCA 1950S
LEGO SYSTEMS HOME BUILT ELECTRIC MODEL OF HOUSE WITH REVOLVING CHARACTERS
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