septembre 2015

A copper, coral and mother of pearl capezzale, Trapani, 17th century. Estimate: € 20,000 / € 30,000. Photo Wannenes Art Auction. octagonal frame embellished with dots and commas in coral and leaves in the middle and pearlescent 'depicted the Immacolata- wear, defects, some omissions and substitutions Alt. 23.5 cm, larg. 20 cm.  For comparison see such an exemplary display at Palazzo Madama in Turin (29 July to 28 September 2008), the exhibition 'Red coral, precious arts Sicilian Baroque' and published in... [Lire la suite]

A pair of gilt copper and coral candlesticks, Trapani, 17th century. Estimate: € 20,000 / € 30,000. Photo Wannenes Art Auction. basic triangular section with volute feet, baluster stem, bobeche engraved cylindrical, surface and 'covered with coral branches cut quill, comma, rosette, a small sphere and foglia- wear, defects, some omissions and substitutions Alt. 48 cm, larg. 14.5 cm NoOur chandeliers are part of an important and critical selection of works on display in 2013 in Catania and Trapani on the... [Lire la suite]

Madonna & Statement Earrings. Photo: Sotheby's. Statement earrings are one of fall’s hottest accessories. These elongated pink sapphire designs are the perfect match for Madonna’s punk rock style in this portrait. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Madonna, chromogenic print, flush mounted, signed and dated twice in ink and with the photographer's credit stamp twice on the reverse, 1984 (Scavullo: 1948-1984, pp. 148-9); 41 1/4  by 41 1/4  in.  (104.8 by 104.8 cm.).... [Lire la suite]

Lena Horne & Aldo Cipullo Earclips. Photo: Sotheby's. Lena Horne’s chic pixie cut is the perfect canvas with which to display these rich Aldo Cipullo designs. Reach for bold button-shaped earclips to accessorize a classic, tailored outfit. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Lena Horne, screenprint on canvas, signed and dated in ink on the reverse, 1984 (Scavullo: Woman, p. 111); 43 7/8  by 32 3/8  in.  (124.1 by 82.2 cm.). Estimate 4,000 — 6,000 USD. Photo:... [Lire la suite]

Diana Vreeland & Verdura Cuff-Bracelets. Photo: Sotheby's. To this day Verdura sells Byzantine-inspired cuff-bracelets named after fashion icon Diana Vreeland. Wear the two together for a very Vreeland look! Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Diana Vreeland, gelatin silver print, the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse, 1975, printed later (Scavullo: 50 Years p. 34); 9 1/2  by 9 1/2  in.  (24.1 by 24.1 cm.). Estimate 800 — 1,200 USD. Photo: Sotheby's. ... [Lire la suite]

Liza Minnelli & Van Cleef & Arpels Cufflinks. Photo: Sotheby's. Who says cufflinks and dress sets should be reserved for the boys? Women too should incorporate such accessories into their collections – as Liza Minnelli does in this photograph. This reversible set will go with whatever look suits you. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Liza Minnelli, gelatin silver print, the photographer's credit stamp the reverse, 1967, printed later (Scavullo: 1948-1984, p. 157), 11 7/8  by 8 1/8  in. ... [Lire la suite]

Carmen Dell’Orefice & Strands of Pearls. Photo: Sotheby's. The timeless elegance of pearls perfectly suits this portrait of supermodel Carmen Dell’Orefice. These two strands of pearls can be worn together or separate; take a cue from this photograph and even fasten the two together with a bow!  Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Carmen Dell’Orefice, gelatin silver print, the Sean Byrnes collection stamp on the reverse, circa 1980, 14 3/8  by 14 1/4  in.  (36.5 by 36.2 cm.).... [Lire la suite]

Brooke Shields & Diamond Earclips. Photo: Sotheby's. Nothing comes between Brooke Shields and her hair except for a glamorous pair of hoop earrings. The present earclips feature three graduated rows of diamonds in a curved manner that never goes out of fashion. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Brooke Shields, screenprint in colors on canvas, signed and dated in ink on the reverse, 1984; 44 by 44 in.  (111.7 by 111.7 cm.). Estimate 2,000 — 3,000 USD. Photo: Sotheby's ... [Lire la suite]

Sophia Loren & Bulgari Diamond Rings. Photo: Sotheby's. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Sophia Loren, gelatin silver print, mounted, the Sean Byrnes collection stamp on the reverse, 1971, printed later (Scavullo: 1948-1984, p. 175). Estimate 2,000 — 3,000 USD. Photo: Sotheby's Provenance: The collection of Sean Byrnes Two Diamond and Fancy Deep Yellow Diamond Rings, Bulgari, circa 1980. Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 USD. Photo: Sotheby's. The two rings of... [Lire la suite]

Linda Evangelista & An Amethyst Necklace. Photo: Sotheby's This 19th-century necklace complements the unusual form Linda Evangelista creates in this stunning portrait. This necklace can be worn with a denim blouse or a black tie gown, making it perfectly suited for the model commonly referred to as the Chameleon. Francesco Scavullo (1921-2004), Linda Evangelista, gelatin silver print, the photographer's credit stamp on the reverse, 1990 (Scavullo: 50 Years, p. 126); 9 3/4  by 9 3/4 ... [Lire la suite]