Rare treasures from prominent West Coast estates head to auction on May 31 and June 1
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Rare treasures from prominent West Coast estates head to auction on May 31 and June 1
Frank Tenney Johnson, 1874-1939, Desert Moon.



LOS ANGELES, CA.- Abell Auction Co. will present Fine Art, Jewelry and Important Estates on May 31 and June 1, showcasing exceptional items from prominent West Coast residences and private collections. Leading the sale are sought-after works by Reuven Rubin, Western landscapes by Frank Tenney Johnson, iconic designs by David Webb and a rare collection of Israeli art, alongside an array of notable furnishings and décor. Live bidding starts at 10 a.m. PDT each day.

“This exclusive sale brings together a thoughtfully curated selection of rare and exceptional pieces, each with outstanding craftsmanship and provenance,” said Abell Auction Co. Vice President Todd Schireson. “From fine art and jewelry to distinguished design, it presents a unique opportunity to secure works of lasting beauty and historical value that could belong to a museum, yet can be acquired for personal ownership.”

The highly anticipated sale will offer over 600 lots, highlighted by:

Fine Art

• Frank Tenney Johnson “Desert Moon” oil on canvas ($100,000-$150,000) and “By a Desert Water Hole” oil on canvas ($80,000-$120,000)

• Reuven Rubin “Dancing with the Torah” oil on canvas ($100,000-$200,000) and “Red Horses” (Biblical Vision) oil on canvas ($70,000-$100,000)

• Norman Zammitt “Untitled” acrylic on canvas ($15,000-$20,000)

• Le Pho “Les Tulipes” oil on canvas ($20,000-$30,000)

• Moïse Kisling “Orchidées” oil on canvas ($30,000-$50,000)

• Edward Hopper, “Night Shadows” etching on Umbria paper ($20,000-$30,000)

• Roger Muhl “Village en Été” oil on canvas ($7,000-$10,000)

• Herbert Bayer “Green Abstract” oil on canvas ($8,000-$12,000)

• Orville Bulman “La Barque à Demain” oil on canvas ($10,000-$15,000)

• Henri Hecht Maik “Un Bond Avec Maman” oil on canvas ($8,000-$12,000)

Jewelry

• 18 karat white gold diamond ring ($15,000-$20,000)

• David Webb 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond ring ($30,000-$50,000)

• David Webb 18 karat yellow gold, platinum, diamond and ruby flower brooch ($20,000-$30,000)

Furnishings and Décor

• L.K. Hjelle Møbelfabrikk Arena sectional sofa ($1,000-$2,000)

• Tiffany Studios bronze and favrile glass floor lamp ($7,000-$10,000)

• Alexander Archipenko “Woman Combing Her Hair” bronze ( $3,000-$5,000) and “Flat Torso” bronze ($3,000-$5,000)

• Louis Katona table lamp ($2,000-$3,000)

Other Notable Item

• 2007 Jaguar XJ Vanden Plas, radiance red with walnut classic interior, odometer 19,562, ($10,000-$15,000)

Interested buyers are invited to register in advance and explore auction items at www.abell.com. Starting on May 21, a special preview exhibition will be held on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Abell Auction Co.’s gallery located at 6620 Telegraph Road, Los Angeles, 90040. The gallery will be closed on May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Buyers may place absentee bids with Abell directly, bid via telephone or bid online at www.abell.com, LiveAuctioneers.com or Invaluable.com. For inquiries or to speak with an auctioneer, please call 310.858.3073.










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