Morphy’s Annual Pre-Christmas Auction: A Treasure Trove for Collectors
Denver, PA – Morphy’s Auctions is back with its much-anticipated pre-Christmas Fine & Decorative Arts Auction, scheduled for December 17-19, 2024. This year’s event promises an array of exquisite items, perfect for discerning collectors and holiday gift-givers alike.
Among the standout pieces are 195 art-glass lamps, including the exceptionally rare Tiffany ‘Venetian’ lamp with provenance from the renowned Macklowe Gallery. This 19-inch tall masterpiece is expected to fetch between $60,000-$80,000.
Dan Morphy, founder and president of Morphy Auctions, emphasized the quality of the items, stating, “In our Fine & Decorative sales, we always make an extra effort to include lamps that are genuinely exceptional.” The auction will feature over 40 Tiffany productions, alongside designs by Handel, Duffner & Kimberley, Pairpoint, and Wilkinson.
For those looking for the ultimate stocking stuffer, a ladies’ platinum and diamond line necklace with 66 near-colorless emerald-cut diamonds (21.50cts total weight) is estimated at $25,000-$40,000. Another highlight is an 18K gold Rolex Daytona Ref 116528 wristwatch, made circa 2011-2013, estimated at $18,000-$28,000.
Additionally, a Reed & Barton 7-piece tea and coffee service, retailed by Cartier and embodying gracious living, is estimated at $10,000-$25,000.
European highlights include a monumental circa-1925 Hans Winterhalder Black Forest clock ($10,000-$30,000) and a huge circa-1885 Villeroy & Boch “Mettlach” jardiniere ($6,000-$8,000).
Morphy’s December 17-19, 2024 Fine & Decorative Arts Auction will be held at their Denver, Pennsylvania gallery, starting each day at 9AM ET. All forms of bidding will be available, including live online through Morphy Live. For more details on the auction, visit Morphy Auctions.
Source: PR Newswire
