Saturday, December 7, 2024

Unlock New Opportunities at the Triple Play REALTOR Convention & Trade Expo 2024: Virtual Assistants Revolutionizing the Real Estate Industry

Atlantic City, NJ, December 7, 2024 --
The Triple Play REALTOR® Convention & Trade Expo 2024 is set to bring together thousands of real estate professionals in Atlantic City for an unmissable event that promises to shape the future of the industry. With educational sessions, networking opportunities, and innovative exhibits, this convention is the ultimate destination for real estate agents, brokers, and industry leaders looking to gain a competitive edge. One trend that is transforming the way real estate professionals work? The rise of virtual assistants (VAs) and their ability to streamline operations and boost productivity.

Beyond Business Virtual Assistants (BBVA), a leading provider of virtual assistant services for the real estate sector, is offering tailored solutions to help agents navigate the complexities of today’s market. BBVA will be attending the Triple Play REALTOR® Convention & Trade Expo 2024, showcasing how virtual assistants can help real estate professionals focus on what matters most: growing their business and increasing their bottom line.

“We’re excited to be part of the Triple Play Convention this year,” said Andy Kowalski, CEO of Beyond Business Virtual Assistants. “This event is a great opportunity to highlight how virtual assistant services can enhance productivity, improve marketing efforts, and help real estate professionals save time on administrative tasks.”

Streamlining Real Estate Business with Virtual Assistants

Real estate professionals face an ever-growing list of responsibilities, from managing client communications to overseeing property listings, lead nurturing, and more. With so many tasks on their plate, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. This is where a virtual assistant can make a difference.

BBVA's virtual assistant services include:
    - Administrative Support: Scheduling, email management, document organization, and more.
    - Lead Generation & Management: Managing CRM systems, nurturing leads, and following up with prospects.
    - Property Listings Management: Ensuring listings are accurate, up-to-date, and SEO-optimized to attract more leads.
    - Social Media Management: Creating engaging content and managing social media accounts to build a strong online presence.
    
With a VA on their team, real estate professionals can focus on building relationships, closing deals, and leveraging new strategies learned at the convention, while leaving time-consuming tasks in the capable hands of their virtual assistant.

Exclusive Offer for All Attendees
BBVA is also offering an exclusive deal for all Triple Play REALTOR® Convention & Trade Expo 2024 attendees and beyond. For a limited time, agents can hire a virtual assistant for just $999, an opportunity to enhance their business operations at an affordable price. This offer is available to everyone, whether or not they attend the event, providing real estate professionals with a cost-effective way to streamline operations and boost productivity.

The offer is available for a limited time, so interested professionals are encouraged to act quickly and take advantage of this special promotion.

About Beyond Business Virtual Assistants (BBVA):
Beyond Business Virtual Assistants (BBVA) offers expert virtual assistant services to real estate professionals, helping them save time, increase efficiency, and scale their business. BBVA’s tailored solutions include administrative support, property listings management, lead nurturing, social media marketing, and more. Their services are designed to help real estate agents and businesses focus on growth while delegating time-consuming tasks.

For more information, visit www.beyondbizva.com.

Media Contact:
Andy Kowalski
CEO, Beyond Business Virtual Assistants
Email: admin@beyondbizva.com
Phone: 215-346-6211
Website: http://www.beyondbizva.com

Hope4Hardship Names Michael Vaz Co-Founder

New Bedford, MA and Dartmouth, MA, December 7, 2024 --
New Bedford, MA resident Michael Vaz was recently named co-founder of Hope4Hardship, a Massachusetts non-profit organization providing complimentary services to homeowners facing the devastating threat of being foreclosed on and losing their home.

Vaz will serve in this role in addition to his duties as a Realtor at the Century21 Signature Properties, 980 Reed Road in Dartmouth, MA. Vaz is also the owner of Vaz Construction of New Bedford, MA; a well-established, community entrusted construction company, specializing in both commercial and residential renovations, refits, building and development.

“Michael brings a wealth of experience to Hope4Hardship. The knowledge he’s gained both in real estate and running a successful construction gives him a perspective that will be incredibly helpful with our clients,” said Michael Russell, founder of Hope4Hardship.

Shares Vaz, “We all have struggles. There is nothing more gratifying than helping people who see no hope in saving their homes to find a positive resolution. Whether that’s saving their home or improving their situation so they can start anew.”
Vaz became a sales professional with CENTURY 21 in 2019. He’s also worked in the construction industry for 17 years, starting Vaz Construction in 2012. Today, Vaz Construction employs 47 people.

Vaz, a New Bedford, MA native, has strong, generational ties to the New Beford community.

Hope4Hardship’s services include consultation, representation on behalf of the homeowner in talks with banks and mortgage companies, administrative support, assistance application services and ongoing consultation. As a non-profit organization, Hope 4 Hardship offers its extensive services free of charge.

Whether it’s finding a way to keep your home or exploring other options, Hope4Hardship is committed to guiding homeowners toward the best possible outcome.

If you or someone you know is facing foreclosure or in the process being foreclosed, it’s essential to explore all options before making any life-altering decisions. Hope4Hardship is here to help. To schedule a confidential consultation, call 508-501-9214 or email help@hope4hardship.com.

About Hope 4 Hardship:
Hope 4 Hardship is a non-profit corporation dedicated to helping homeowners in financial distress avoid foreclosure and find a path to financial recovery. Founded by Michael Russell, the organization has already helped thousands of homeowners regain control of their financial future. For more information, visit http://www.hope4hardship.org

Media Contact:
Steven Dubin, PR Works
SDubin@PRWorkZone.com
781-582-1061

Friday, December 6, 2024

Majesty Yachts USA Announces The Arrival of Majesty 120 Hull 5 and Majesty 140 Hull 6 in Florida

Stuart, FL, December 7, 2024 -- Majesty Yachts USA is excited to announce the upcoming arrival of two exceptional superyachts, the Majesty 120 Hull 5 and Majesty 140 Hull 6, both being delivered to Florida on the same transport vessel. This rare dual arrival offers a unique opportunity to explore two of the most sought-after yachts in the industry, both known for their unrivaled luxury, performance, and design.

The Majesty 120 Hull 5 is a perfect example of luxury on the water, featuring sleek lines, advanced engineering, and spacious accommodations for extended cruising. It combines powerful performance with refined comfort, making it ideal for both long voyages and leisurely weekends on the water.

The Majesty 140 Hull 6, one of the largest in the Majesty Yachts fleet, offers an expansive layout with luxurious interior and exterior spaces, providing a true superyacht experience. With its cutting-edge technology and sophisticated design, the Majesty 140 is built to impress the most discerning yachtsman.

Both yachts will be available for private showings starting December 15th. Interested buyers are encouraged to schedule an exclusive viewing and experience the ultimate in yachting luxury.

Schedule Your Showing Today
To arrange a private viewing or to learn more about the Majesty 120 Hull 5 and Majesty 140 Hull 6, please contact Greg Terraglio, Managing Member of Majesty Yachts USA, at (772) 224-8800 or email Sales@MajestyYachtsUSA.com. Both yachts will be available for exclusive showings starting December 15th.

About Majesty Yachts USA:
Majesty Yachts USA is part of Gulf Craft, one of the world’s premier yacht manufacturers. Known for its innovation, craftsmanship, and luxurious designs, Majesty Yachts USA is dedicated to offering the finest superyacht experiences to an elite clientele.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Greg Terraglio
Managing Member
Majesty Yachts USA
Phone: (772) 224-8800
Email: Sales@MajestyYachtsUSA.com
https://www.majestyyachtsusa.com

Neue Auctions will Say Good-Bye to 2024 with A Wonderful Pair of Online-Only Auctions, December 12th and 13th

Beachwood, OH, USA, December 6, 2024 -- Neue Auctions will bid farewell to 2024 with a tantalizing pair of online-only auctions on Thursday and Friday, December 12th and 13th, starting both days at 12 o’clock noon Eastern time. The December 12th auction is titled Got Gifts? The Holiday Auction, while the December 13th auction will showcase American and European Fine Art and Antiques.

“On December 12th we will be hosting a curated event for exceptional gift-giving,” said Cynthia Maciejewski of Neue Auctions. “The catalog isn’t huge – just 164 lots – but up for bid are luxury bags and scarves, bullion stocking stuffers, antique and contemporary jewelry, watches and coins, all reasonably estimated and just a few items have reserves. They’d make perfect gifts.”

The December 13th sale will have a broader offering of 345 lots. “We’re bringing fresh to the market fine art and antiques from prominent Cleveland and surrounding area estates and collections – a generational turnover of houses, estates pantries and the like,” said Bridget McWilliams of Neue Auctions. “Many interesting old Persian carpets will also be sold.”

Three original oil paintings, all offered on Day 2, should compete for overall top lot honors. They will be led by a landscape with clouds by Teng Hiok-Chiu (Chinese/American, 1903-1932), titled Taos, New Mexico. The work, authenticated by the artist’s wife, is signed lower right and titled, and housed in a 29 ¼ inch by 34 ¼ inch period frame (est. $15,000-$25,000).

Teng Hiok-Chiu was a Chinese-American cross-cultural, modernist artist who studied with blue chip British and American artists. He ended up in Connecticut, but he met the renowned artist Georgia O’Keeffe in New Mexico, where he painted the arresting image of Taos in the auction.

The second painting is an 1890 figural rendering by Alberta Binford McCloskey (American, 1863-1911), a husband-and-wife painter known for still lifes in oranges wrapped in tissue paper. The painting, titled Eleanor in a Field of Daisies, is a rare portrait of the artist’s daughter. The 16 inch by 10 inch painting (canvas, minus the frame) is signed lower right (est. $10,000-$15,000).

The third painting is an oil on board by Frederick Carl Frieseke (American, 1874-1939), titled Woman at Her Dressing Table, which Ms. McWilliams described as “a beautiful small jewel, very fresh to the market, and in the same Hunting Valley, Ohio estate since 1950-1960.” The diminutive work, 9 ¾ inches by 11 ¼ inches (less the frame) is artist signed (est. $5,000-$8,000).

Day 1, on December 12th, features some wonderful items as well. A highlight is lot 138, a lovely pear-shaped, 3-carat natural diamond ring (I2 clarity, J color), with the wide and cushioned center stone flanked by two smaller pear cut diamonds (SI3 clarity, J color), all in a 14k gold setting, approximately size 4 and weighing 3 grams. The ring should realize $3,000-$5,000.

Lot 131 is a rare Chanel Eagle bag, which debuted in 2001, a black lambskin bag with quilted radiant flap, gold tone hardware of a flying eagle holding the CC logo, and embellished with crystals. It has a gold tone metal and leather removable braided strap, with a flap front having two magnetic snaps, and a leather interior with three compartments (est. $4,000-$6,000).

Lot 9 is a pair of platinum emerald and diamond earrings, marked platinum, the upper section having a marquise cut emerald, flanked with three round diamonds and two marquise cut diamonds. A second emerald is suspended from the lower round diamond. This portion has ten marquise cut diamonds and one pear shape diamond at the bottom (est. $2,000-$4,000).

Lot 14 is a Bueche-Girod dress watch, marked 14k gold with diamond bezel, a clasp stamped Italy, and a flexible tapered band. Features include a flat profile, gold dial, quartz movement, gold hands, cabochon sapphire on the winder and 46 bead set round diamonds set in white gold. The watch weighs 69 grams total and comes with the original case (est. $2,000-$4,000).

Back to Day 2, with a dazzling circa 1898-1905 Loetz Phaenomen art glass vase of tapering cylindrical form in olive green iridescent glass, decorated with pulled and trailed plant-like forms, 8 ¾ inches tall. The Phaenomen was the masterpiece of Loetz decorations Wiener Werkstatte collaborations with Kolomon Moser & Josef Hoffman. (est. $1,000-$2,000).

A 1956 ceramic plate by Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881-1972) for Madoura, titled Bouquet a La Pomme, from an unnumbered edition of 400, 10 inches in diameter, has a pre-sale estimate of $1,500-$2,500. Picasso ceramic plates for Madoura are hugely popular with collectors.

Lot 118 signals the start of traditional English and Americana collection lots of tiger maple and blue Canton, China, a warm and wonderful look that includes portraits, coaching scenes, Hudson River School paintings, Serapi carpets, nautical antiques and more. Kicking off the set is lot 118, a Georgian Period portrait of an English gentleman from around the 1750s.

The man is depicted in an embroidered silk waistcoat, cravat and blue overcoat, wearing a powdered wig. The unsigned, relined painting is house in a recycled gold painted frame that has a name plate for “Thomas Fowler” with dates. These may not be related to the painting itself. The canvas (minus the frame) measures 30 inches by 25 inches (est. $1,500-$2,500).

The sale features a charming collection of modernistic bronze animalier figures by William McVey (American, 1905-1995), five in all, titled Seated Frog, Old Grizzly, Seated Lion, McDog and Shore Bird. All boast rich dark patination and each has a modest estimate of $800-$1,200.

Previews are now underway at Neue Auctions’ gallery located at 23533 Mercantile Road (Suite 100) in Beachwood, Ohio, outside of Cleveland, except on weekends, when the gallery is closed. Preview hours are 9-5 Eastern time, or by appointment. For an appointment, call 216-245-6707.

Internet bidding will be facilitated by LiveAuctioneers.com and Invaluable.com. The auction will be clerked live on auction day by Neue Auctions team members. The catalog is up on the two bidding sites.

To learn more about Neue Auctions and the online-only auctions planned for Thursday and Friday, December 12th and 13th, starting at 12 o’clock noon EST, visit www.neueauctions.com. Updates are posted frequently. Cynthia Maciejewksi and Bridget McWilliams can be reached by phone at 216-245-6707; or via email at cynthia@neueauctions.com, bridget@neueauctions.com. 

About Neue Auctions:
Neue Auctions invites everyone to be added to its email list to receive notices and info regarding current and future sales. The firm is always seeking quality consignments. To learn more about Neue Auctions, visit www.neueauctions.com. Updates are posted frequently. Cynthia Maciejewksi and Bridget McWilliams can be reached by phone at 216-245-6707; or via email at cynthia@neueauctions.com, bridget@neueauctions.com.

Media Contact:
Cynthia Maciejewski
Neue Auctions
23533 Mercantile Rd. #119
Beachwood, OH 44122 USA
216-245-6707
cynthia@neueauctions.com
http://www.neueauctions.com

Props and Costumes from Major Motion Pictures will be Auctioned Online-Only on Saturday, December 14, by Premiere Props

El Segundo, CA, USA, December 6, 2024 -- Premiere Props and Hollywood Live Auctions will host a major one-day live auction event on Saturday, December 14th, featuring hundreds of major props and costumes from Aliens, Team America, What Dreams May Come, Big Daddy, Hawaii Five-0, Ted, Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Jingle All the Way, Terminator, Crocodile Dundee II and many others. The online-only event’s official title is a Hollywood VIP Famous Movie Prop & Costumes auction.

The catalog with all lots is up for viewing, registering and bidding now, on the platforms iCollector.com and LiveAuctioneers.com. Many of the items in the auction were produced by AnimatedFX, Inc., a Los Angeles based company specializing in the design, creation, rental, and puppeteering of animatronics, sophisticated puppets, and suits for commercials, film, and TV.

Bidders will compete for the actual costume worn by Gene Wilder in Hear No Evil, See No Evil; the actual robotic animatronic duck from Ted; the chest-burster alien creature from Aliens; an animatronic reindeer from Jingle All The Way; the hero bikes from the classic baseball movie Sandlot; Adam Sandler’s costumes from Big Daddy; the late Robin Williams’s screen-used costumes from What Dreams May Come; the screen-used puppets from Team America; Jack Lord’s costume from Hawaii Five-0 and much more, starting promptly at 11am Pacific time.

Expected top lots will be led by a one-of-a-kind, 90 diamond ring gifted by Elvis Presley to the entertainer Liberace as a gesture of friendship while they were both living in Palm Springs, Calif. Liberace later gave the ring to his manager Seymour Heller for promotional purposes. Seymour sold the ring to Elvis Aaron Presley, Jr., whom he managed for 13 years. (est. $25,000-$30,000).

The cream-colored tuxedo suit worn by Adam Sandler as Sonny Koufax in the 1999 comedy Big Daddy includes a matching vest, a pilgrim-style dress shirt, a bow tie, a suit jacket, and suit pants. A sewn-on Screen Gems label on the suit pants bears the name "Ricardo Montalbán." The actor also wore this costume during the filming of Fantasy Island in 1977. (est. $5,000-$7,000).

A production-used slate clapperboard from Tom Holland’s 1988 horror film Child’s Play from United Artists is fabricated with white acrylic sheet with a wooden clapper stick on the top set in the classic white and black striping. The clapperboard was used by camera C in the movie on April 1, 1988. It measures about 11 inches in width by 9 ¼ inches in height. (est. $4,000-$6,000).

A plaster cast used for the chest-bursting scene in the 1986 film Aliens was the 'First Pull' from the mold sculpted by Tony Gardner at Stan Winston studios for the film. The film is known for the scene where the alien bursts out of Kane’s (John Hurt) chest to the horror of movie-goers. Unfinished and unpainted, it is 14 inches long and 4 inches in diameter. (est. $3,000-$5,000).

The costume worn by Robin Williams as Chris Nielsen during a pivotal scene in the 1988 movie What Dreams May Come is a testament to the film's surreal and emotionally charged narrative, a rare and tangible artifact of the film's iconic painted world. The costume comprises an Yves Saint Laurent dress shirt, a bright blue necktie and Brooks Brothers pants. (est. $3,500-$5,500).

A life-size reindeer puppet (head and antlers) from the 1996 movie Jingle All the Way is a true Hollywood veteran, having played a pivotal role in the iconic film and designed to withstand the physical demands of the scene where it's struck by Arnold Schwarzenegger's character. Durable and expressive, this reindeer has also appeared in various TV commercials. (est. $3,000-$5,000).

The prop head of the young girl sniper shot at the end of the 1987 movie Full Metal Jacket was made for the ending scene of the film. However, Stanley Kubrick decided in the end that it was too gruesome to be shown in the final cut of the film. Kubrick gifted it to Nick Frewin in 1989. Frewin worked with Kubrick on most of his films, in the props department. (est. $3,000-$4,000).

The female prototype marionette from the 2004 comedy film Team America: World Police was used primarily for a European AXE commercial and built using Team America prototype body parts with a new character facial design sculpted just for AXE. The prototype has a foam face, mechanics and a cast urethane marionette body. It’s expected to change hands for $2,000-$4,000.

An extraordinary prototype mouse head is a captivating relic from the 1999 film, Stuart Little. As an early step in the film's CGI process, this physical model was essential for creating the stunning digital imagery that brought Stuart to life. The head was used to create a 3D scan, serving as the foundation for the digital model that would appear on screen. (est. $2,000-$4,000).

A realistic chimpanzee suit worn by the diminutive suit performer for overall body movement in the 1996 movie Ed, with the facial features puppeteered from the outside, is up for bid. Included is the set box containing four chimpanzee heads, insert pieces, cable-controlled hands, gloves with finger extensions, arm extensions, feet, radio control box and radios. (est. $2,000-$3,000).

Dave's (Gene Wilder) screen worn, plaid dress shirt from Arthur Hiller's 1989 comedy thriller See No Evil, Hear No Evil was used for many scenes in the film (car chase, jail head shots, etc.). This shirt is from a former Western Costume Co. employee. Gene Wilder costumes, particularly those worn in iconic roles like Willy Wonka, are very rare to see at auction. (est. $1,500-$2,500).

A life-size King Cobra snake puppet used in the 1988 film Crocodile Dundee II has precise controls for realistic movements. The articulated head rises and falls and moves side-to-side. Cable and rod controls are hidden within the painted rubber and foam-latex construction that provide a realistic experience. Hypnotizing glass eyes enhance the realism. (est. $1,000-$2,000).

A life-sized animatronic duck puppet from the 2012 movie Ted boasts a remarkable cinematic history, having graced the silver screen and television alike. Originally created for a Bubble Yum commercial, the meticulously crafted duck features a realistic foam body adorned with hand-laid real feathers, incredibly lifelike body movements and even an operable bill. (est.$2,000-$3,000).

A hard Styrofoam model head made for Gary's character in the 2004 comedy Team America: World Police (Gary, "Spotts", Carson, Joe and Chris are handwritten on the back) has his latex foam face with halfway punched hair. The designer has her name on it (Lynne) and "Do not lose!" is written on the bottom. The hairline is drawn in pen around the back. (est. $800-$1,000).

To preview items, to register to be a phone bidder, or for any additional information, please call 310-322-PROP. To learn more about Premiere Props and the Hollywood VIP Famous Movie Prop & Costumes Auction slated for Saturday, December 14th, please visit www.PremiereProps.com. 

About Premiere Props:
Premiere Props is the world’s largest entertainment memorabilia store. Based in El Segundo, California and in business for 21 years, Premiere Props is where bidders go to find authentic and certified screen-used movie props, movie star-worn costumes, movie and TV memorabilia and entertainment collectibles. The firm is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To learn more about Premiere Props, please visit www.PremiereProps.com. 

Thursday, December 5, 2024

San Francisco's Union Square Becomes A Hub for Reflection on Black Friday

San Francisco, CA, December 5, 2024 -- This Black Friday, amidst the hustle and bustle of Union Square, something unexpected caught the attention of thousands of shoppers. Instead of the usual promotions and discounts, a campaign unfolded that encouraged people to pause, reflect, and reconsider the meaning of happiness.

The initiative aimed to challenge the consumer-driven narrative of Black Friday, urging people to look beyond material possessions and focus on what truly brings joy — shared experiences, emotions, and meaningful connections.

Organizers distributed thousands of balloons, each adorned with thought-provoking messages like "Buy memories, not goods" and "The best investment? Time with loved ones." Passersby smiled, stopped to read, and some even shared how the simple gesture made them think about their own priorities during the holiday season.

Beyond the balloons, participants were invited to engage in interactive experiences designed to create moments of self-reflection. They could write down worries or burdens on balloons and pop them as a symbolic release or pen words of kindness and gift the balloon to a stranger, spreading positivity and connection. Others took part in spontaneous interviews, sharing insights into their shopping habits and discussing what truly makes them happy.

The campaign's impact was immediate and heartfelt, creating a ripple effect of smiles, conversations, and moments of genuine connection. The initiative reminded people that the happiness they often chase through purchases is fleeting, while the joy of shared experiences and cherished memories is lasting.

This social experiment, orchestrated by the Museum of 3D Illusions, aligns with its mission to explore the boundaries of perception and challenge the way people see the world.

As shoppers left Union Square, many carried more than just shopping bags — they carried a renewed sense of perspective.

Museum of 3D Illusions:
Website: https://www.sfillusions.com

Media Contact:
Big Funny LLC
info@bigfunnyusa.com

Monday, December 2, 2024

Lev Mikulitski Launches "The Ascent: A Parent's Guide to Nurturing Young Swimmers" to Empower Families of Competitive Athletes

Los Angeles, CA, December 2, 2024 -- As competitive swimming continues to grow in popularity, so does the need for resources to support young athletes and their families. Lev Mikulitski, a prominent expert in personal growth, proudly unveils his latest book, The Ascent: A Parent’s Guide to Nurturing Young Swimmers. This groundbreaking guide is specifically designed to help parents navigate the unique challenges of raising a competitive swimmer while providing the tools needed to foster success both in and out of the water.

The Ascent combines Lev’s expertise with insights from world-renowned swimming professionals, including Olympic coaches and former elite swimmers. The book delves into essential topics such as nutrition, mental resilience, injury prevention, and balancing academics with training. It equips parents with actionable strategies to guide their children to reach their highest potential and enjoy a fulfilling journey in competitive swimming.

“Our goal is to empower parents with practical tools and expert advice that elevate their child’s performance in the right way,” says Lev Mikulitski. “Raising a competitive swimmer requires immense dedication, and we want to ensure parents feel supported every step of the way. The Ascent is more than a guide—it’s a resource to help families overcome challenges and celebrate their swimmer’s growth and achievements.”

Now available on Amazon, The Ascent is already being recognized as an essential read for families navigating the high demands of competitive swimming. With its practical advice and professional insights, this guide stands out as a vital tool for parents who want their children to excel both in sports and in life.

Lev Mikulitski collaborated with leading figures in the swimming world to create this comprehensive resource. By addressing every aspect of a young swimmer’s development, The Ascent not only helps parents understand the sport better but also empowers them to be proactive and supportive contributors to their child’s success.

For more information about The Ascent and other resources offered by Lev Mikulitski, visit Lev Mikulitski's website or contact info@mikulitski.com. Don’t miss the opportunity to unlock expert advice and strategies tailored for families of young swimmers—get your copy of The Ascent today!

About Lev Mikulitski:
Lev Mikulitski is a leading authority on personal growth and youth development, with a particular focus on empowering parents of competitive athletes. Drawing from his extensive experience and collaboration with top-tier coaches and athletes, Lev creates resources that address the unique challenges faced by families in competitive sports. His mission is to help parents foster their children’s success while maintaining balance and joy in their own lives.

Media Contact:
Lev Mikulitski
info@mikulitski.com

Saturday, November 30, 2024

WGPX Launches "Ultimate Web3GP" with Cash, Crypto and Smartphone Prizes for Sim Racing, Gaming and Web3 Buffs

Manila, Philippines, Nov 30, 2024 -- Web3GP (WGPX) unleashes the "Ultimate Web3GP” Manila Challenge, combining adrenaline-fueled sim racing and rewarding gameplay, topped up by a high-tech gadget giveaway, all in one epic event.

Running from Dec 1st to 14th, 2024, Ultimate Web3GP takes place both onsite and online, catering to sim racers, gamers as well as general web3 enthusiasts. The event competition offers up an attractive prize pool of $2,000 USDT, 10 million LICX tokens, and 5 high-performance DePIN XForge smartphones.

Race-to-Earn Manila
Ultimate Web3GP is hosted at Formula One-themed Monza Barcade in Metro Manila, known for its state-of-the-art racing simulation gear. The premier Web3 sim racing competition welcomes racers of all skill levels, featuring Rookie, Intermediate and Expert categories.

The two-week (Dec 1 - 14) event culminates in a showdown on December 14 when the Top 16 drivers in each category race for the ultimate crowning glory that includes winning $2,000 USDT, 5 million LICX tokens and 3 high-performance DePIN smartphones.

Tap-to-Earn or Join-to-Win for Even More Prizes and Rewards
For Web3 gamers and communities, Ultimate Web3GP offers up 2 more categories to earn or win.

Tap-to-Earn Telegram game LICX.IO provides an additional 5 million LICX tokens (besides the 5 million LICX in Race-to-Earn Manila) for top scorers and active participants. Referrals will also earn extra token bonuses and rewards.

The XForge Giveaway is a Join-to-Win lucky draw that features DePIN smartphone prizes. Packed with cutting-edge features like an Octa-Core CPU, 5000mAh battery, and 8GB RAM, XForge smartphones are the first high-performance DePIN node-operated phones that allow users to mine and earn tokens, poised to be a fan favorite amongst Web3 communities.

Event Details:
- Date: December 1–14, 2024
- Venue:
   Onsite: Monza Barcade, The View Deck, Arcovia, Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
   Online: LICX.IO Telegram Game and XForge Giveaway
- Registration: https://web3gp.io/WPGPX

Ultimate Web3GP Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCdEbSAUgoc&feature=youtu.be

About Web3GP (WGPX):
Web3 GP was launched in 2024 as a ground-breaking supercar sim racing game that leverages Play-to-Earn GameFi technology. By bringing sim racing into Web3, WGPX paves the way for a new era of accessible, global motorsports that anyone can be a part of. Sim Racers earn $WGPX inscriptions representing in-game assets as rewards for completing in-game achievements.

Official Links:
Web3GP (WGPX) Website: https://web3gp.io
Web3GP (WGPX) X: https://x.com/WGPX_Racing
Web3GP (WGPX) Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WGPX
Web3GP (WGPX) Telegram Channel: https://t.me/+hrQGKYBQj0kwODk9
Web3GP (WGPX) Discord: https://discord.com/invite/ZFpgFvbzue

Media Contact:
pr@yourPRstrategist.com

Friday, November 29, 2024

SJ Auctioneers will Hold An Online-Only Jewelry, Silverware, Toys and Decor Auction on Sunday, December 15th; 250 Lots

Brooklyn, NY, USA, November 29, 2024 -- Anyone looking for that perfect holiday gift need look no further than SJ Auctioneer’s online-only Jewelry, Silverware, Toys & Décor auction scheduled for Sunday, December 15th, beginning at 6pm Eastern time. The sale is loaded with 250 lots in a wide range of categories, with the good news being all items will be able to ship in time for the holidays.

The auction showcases items by famous name designers and makers, including Tiffany & Co., Buccellati, Bvlgari, Georg Jensen, Louis Marx, Orrefors, Meissen, Versace, Swarovski, Herend, Gucci, Baccarat, Yonezawa, Ichiko, Montblanc, Tetard Freres, Del Vecchi, Millefiori, Del Corte, Chraistian Louboutin, Omega, Fritz Berman, Lynn Chase, Charles Field Haviland and others.

Bidding is available online now, at LiveAuctioneers.com. Pre-bidding is also available, meaning for those who are unable to attend the online auction, they can still leave their bids now. This auction uses Autopay by LiveAuctioneers.com. A link to the catalog is here: https://www.liveauctioneers.com/catalog/351495_vehicles-jewelry-silverware-decor-toys/.

Jewelry will be led by a gorgeous Buccellati 18k gold Macri band with 0.30 carats of diamonds, size 6 ¼ (est. $4,800-$5,500); an elegant Gucci signed sterling silver cuff bracelet made in Italy, featuring a refined logo that adds a touch of iconic luxury (est. $600-$700); and a Bvlgari 18k yellow gold pendant with a NYC subway token, with the original pouch (est. $3,000-$3,800).

Fine service dinner plates will feature a set of five fine bone china plates with fish motifs made by Mintons for Tiffany & Co., beautifully adorned with gilding and various motifs (est. $500-$750); a set of four Limoges (France) Charles Field Haviland Cerisieres de Monet service plates with a nice blue and white cherry trees design (est. $750-$800); and a set of four dinner plates, made in Japan and designed by Lynn Chase, boasting a jaguar jungle motif (est. $750-$800).

Japanese friction toy vehicles are enormously popular with collectors. The auction will feature an Ichiko Japanese toy friction bus, 16 inches long, with the original box, and a Japanese sound tin friction toy bus, trade mark, 14 inches long (both est. $200-$500). Also up for bid is a Louis Marx tin litho large livestock company truck with cattle and the original box (est. $500-$1,500).

SJ Auctioneers has quickly become a go-to source for buyers looking for fine estate silver, and the December 15th auction will have much to offer. A handful of better examples follows:

- A Tiffany & Co. sterling silver Faneuil flatware service for 12, totaling 88 pieces (est. $6,900-$8,500).

- A monumental 20th century sterling silver two-handled vase with floral motifs over 20 inches tall, made in America and beautifully adorned with stylized natural motifs on the handles, body and base, weighing 84.9 troy ounces (est. $3,750-$4,500).

- A brand-new pair of Del Conte sterling silver and snakeskin custom handmade picture frames with beveled glass and wood backs, measuring 6 ½ inches by 8 ¼ inches (the picture size is 3 ½ inches by 5 ½ inches) (est. $850-$1,200).

- A handcrafted solid sterling silver yacht sailboat signed by the famous Japanese silversmith Seki (Seki Takehiko), hallmarked sterling 960 (a higher purity than sterling silver 925), mounted on a silver plate with sea waves and housed in a glass case cover, the ship 3 inches tall and the total weight (including glass case) 711 grams or 25.07 oz. (est. $300-$450).

Is there a Marvel superheroes fan on your gift list? The sale includes a pair of Swarovski signed crystal figures, one of The Incredible Hulk, bright green, 4 ¾ inches tall, with box (est. $500-$750); and a Spiderman figure with box (est. $400-$450). Also offered: a Fritz Bermann Wiener Vienna, Austria cold painted bronze cat orchestra with ten 1 ½ inch tall cats (est. $750-$800).

The rest of the catalog features an eclectic mix of fine items in a broad range of categories, from a large porcelain Herend signed black fishnet pattern polar bear with 24k gold accents, about 5 ½ inches in length (est. $480-$650); to a Montblanc Meisterstruck ballpoint pen in black resin gold trim, made in Germany (est. $300-$450). Montblanc is known worldwide for its luxury pens.

An Orrefors crystal Graal fish vase, 6 inches tall, designed and signed by Edward Hald (Sweden, circa 1950), showing no chips or cracks, is expected to sell for $750-$900. The vase is in a rare hexagonal shape. The design of fish swimming in seaweed is typically created in vivid green color using the Graal technique using thick-walled, clear crystal. No two pieces are identical.

A four-piece vanity set by Jay Strongwater consisting of a finger purse mirror with raised butterfly motifs, a frame with a raised butterfly motif and a compact with a girl’s face that opens up and has two mirrors should settle at $199-$250. Strongwater’s taste for big, bold bijoux was seen on fashion runways, magazine covers, and jewelry counters across the U.S.

SJ Auctioneers prides itself on offering its customers great service and fast shipping, unlike some other auction houses where people need to arrange their own shipping.

To learn more about SJ Auctioneers and the online-only Fine Collectibles, Jewelry, Silver and Toys auction set for Sunday, December 15th, starting promptly at 6 pm Eastern time, please visit www.sjauctioneers.com.

About SJ Auctioneers:
SJ Auctioneers is always seeking quality items for future auctions. To inquire about consigning an item, an estate or a whole collection, you may call 646-450-7553; or, you can send an email to sjauctioneers@gmail.com. To learn more about SJ Auctioneers, please visit www.sjauctioneers.com. Updates are posted frequently.

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Ahlers & Ogletree's December 5th Auction in Atlanta Features Names Like Fabergé, Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Cartier

Atlanta, GA, USA, November 27, 2024 -- Fans of Rolex watches, Fabergé eggs and Louis Vuitton will have much to consider in Ahlers & Ogletree’s upcoming Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction slated for Thursday, December 5th, online and live in the gallery located at 1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW in Atlanta, beginning promptly at 10am Eastern time. In all, 373 lots will be sold to the highest bidder.

The sale features an exquisite selection of fine jewelry, including diamond and gemstone pieces, plus luxury timepieces by Rolex, Cartier and Patek Philippe, and designer accessories from brands such as Hermès and Louis Vuitton.

A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner date wristwatch in 18k yellow gold, with blue dial, white markers, date window, synthetic sapphire crystal with cyclops window, and oyster bracelet with should bring $26,000-$29,000. The marked wristwatch comes with boxes and papers.

The highlight of a collection of 33 Theo Fabergé eggs included in this auction is a St. Petersburg Collection cerulean blue porcelain 'Millenium Fountain' egg, number 6 of 12, set with semiprecious stones including amethysts, topaz, and aquamarines, having a sterling silver vermeil dolphin fountain surprise with marks of Theo Faberge (Birmingham, 1993) to the underside of the fountain, and two gold plated coins (a Great Britain penny and a Russian kopek); with a COA and presentation case, should realize $6,000-$10,000.

More than 40 lots of designer fashion accessories will be offered, including a Louis Vuitton 2011 white and multicolor monogram canvas Alma PM bag, made in Italy and accompanied by the original dust bag and leather key bell with gold DJM monogram, in like-new condition with only minor signs of light use, carries a modest pre-sale estimate of $1,000-$2,000.

The several lovely Hermès scarves in the auction will include a 35-inch-square scarf designed by Jonathan Burton. The brown, navy and multicolor silk scarf is from Hermès’s Spring/Summer 2022 Story collection. The care tag has been removed but is present. The scarf should achieve $300-$500.

A 24-inch Italian diamond square link necklace in platinum, with 25 old Mine and old European cut diamonds weighing about 5.50 carats (SI-2/I-1 clarity, I/J color) and having an oval link chain with lobster claw clasp, marked 'Italy' and weighing 39.6 grams, carries an estimate of $14,000-$18,000.

A yellow sapphire and diamond ring in platinum, with an oval cut yellow Ceylon sapphire weighing about 12.12 carats and 14 round cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.38 total carats, marked "PT 900" to the band interior, with a total weight of 14.6 grams, should realize $14,000-$16,000.

A diamond engagement ring in platinum, with an emerald cut diamond weighing approximately 1.70 carats (VVS-1 clarity and G color) with two tapered baguette shape diamonds weighing approximately 0.48 total carats (VS-2 clarity and G/H color), is estimated at $10,000-$15,000.

An aquamarine pendant in 18k yellow gold with a pear-shaped aquamarine weighing approximately 45.60 carats and ten single-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.25 total carats (H-J color, VS1-2 clarity), the chain 33 inches long, the total weight 47 grams, has an estimate of $7,000-$9,000.

A pair of diamond earrings in 18k white gold, with two emerald cut center diamonds and two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 3.50 total carats, marked "750" to the back of earring and butterfly back, weighing a total 5.1 grams, is expected to gavel for $7,000-$9,000.

A Patek Philippe Calatrava 18k yellow gold men's wristwatch and crocodile strap, with Swiss-made perpetual jeweled movement having a 22k gold rotor, white Roman numeral dial, a synthetic sapphire crystal, the maker's mark to the dial, 750 to the side of the case, case no. 3992/4020849 model, the maker's mark and 18k to buckle, is expected to slip onto a new wrist for $7,500-$8,500.

A pair of diamond dome ear clip earrings in 14k white gold, with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 9.66 carats, marked "14K" and weighing 13.2 total grams, should hit $6,500-$8,500.

A Denise Roberge link bracelet in 22k yellow gold, accompanied by an extender. marked "Denise Roberge" and "22K" to both clasps and a small plaque, is estimated to finish at $6,500-$7,500. The bracelet has an extended length of 9 ½ inches and weighs 91.2 grams total.

A diamond and sapphire bow form brooch in platinum, with 101 single/old European cut diamonds weighing about 3.00 total carats (SI-1/SI-2 clarity and H/I color (28), French cut sapphires weighing about 3.00 total carats, and a locking bar pin, weighing 8.6 grams total, should make $3,500-$4,500.

An Elsa Peretti from Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold mesh bib necklace and screw back clip-on dangle earrings for non-pierced ears, the necklace marked 'Peretti' and 'T&Co 750', the earrings '750' beside a clover mark, in Tiffany & Co. blue velvet boxes, has an estimate of $2,500-$3,500.

A Louis Feraud (French, maison founded 1950) for Neimen Marcus (American, founded 1907) ladies’ sheared black mink coat, having chinchilla trim, a shawl collar, button and eye closures, and two outer pockets, plus labels to the lining, 52 inches in length, is expected to go for $1,500-$3,000.

Online bidding will be available at bid.AandOauctions.com, as well as LiveAuctioneers.com and Invaluable.com. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted. A preview will be held on Monday, December 2nd, from 10am to 5pm Eastern time; and Tuesday, December 3rd, from 10am to 8pm (with a preview event from 5-8pm, in the Ahlers & Ogletree gallery. No appointment necessary.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree and the Winter Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction on Thursday, December 5th, as well as the Modern Art & Design auction on Wednesday, December 4th, both online and live in the Atlanta, Georgia gallery starting at 10 am Eastern time, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

About Ahlers & Ogletree:
Ahlers & Ogletree is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To consign a single item, an estate or a collection, call 404-869-2478; or, send an e-mail to consign@AandOauctions.com. To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Items Signed by Einstein, Dillinger, Lincoln, Marilyn Monroe and Babe Ruth are in University Archives' Dec. 11 Auction

Wilton, CT, USA, November 26, 2024 --  It isn’t often that John Dillinger, Marilyn Monroe, Babe Ruth and Abraham Lincoln all meet at the same place at the same time, but that’s exactly what will happen on Wednesday, December 11th, when items signed by all four luminaries will come up for bid in University Archives’ Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books auction, at 10am Eastern time.

A rare autograph letter signed by America’s Public Enemy Number One John Dillinger, a signed photograph of Albert Einstein, a check signed by Marilyn Monroe during the filming of the movie Some like It Hot, a Star baseball signed on the sweet spot by Babe Ruth in 1927, and an Abraham Lincoln signed Civil War draft call are just a few of the sale’s expected headliners.

All 519 lots in the catalog are up for viewing and bidding now on the newly redesigned University Archives website – www.UniversityArchives.com – as well as LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Auctionzip.com. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted.

“Our last auction of 2024 is perhaps our most impressive sale to date,” University Archives president and owner John Reznikoff said of Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books – Just in Time For The Holidays. He added, “The auction will be a great shopping opportunity. Need holiday gift ideas? Give your friends and loved ones unique historical gifts this holiday season.”

From U.S. Presidents, Early America, and World Leaders, to Art, Music and Literature, from Aviation/Space, Sports and Science, to Militaria, Civil Rights, and Entertainment, University Archives’ December 11th sale has most categories covered. “If we receive prompt payment, we will make every effort to ship items before Christmas and Hanukkah,” Mr. Reznikoff said.

Lot 218 is the two-page autograph letter signed by the outlaw John Dillinger, written from the Allen County Jail in Lima, Ohio on October 1, 1933, just a few days after he was arrested for armed robbery. The letter was addressed to his girlfriend, Mary Longnaker, urging her not to wait for him to get out of prison. Dillinger was busted out of his prison cell a few days later but was shot dead within the year. (est. $18,000-$25,000).

Lot 508 is the Star baseball by Spaulding signed on the sweet spot by Babe Ruth on June 5, 1927, the day he got two hits and a home run in a game against the Detroit Tigers. Ruth dedicated the ball to vaudeville actress Maud Ryan, a fellow entertainer. Ruth supplemented his income in 1927 by starring as a vaudeville performer and silent film star. (est. $10,000-$12,000).

Lot 466 is a photograph of Albert Einstein wearing his beloved scruffy leather jacket, probably taken by Lotte Jacobi, and signed by him as “A. Einstein, 1947.” The portrait is quite modern in its sensibility, with Einstein staring boldly at the viewer. Einstein presented the signed photo to Derek J. de Solla Price, the noted British physicist and historian of science. (est. $6,000-$8,000).

Lot 298 is a check (#37) signed by Marilyn Monroe dated Oct. 10, 1958, around the time of production of the classic film Some Like It Hot, co-starring Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. The check, showing Monroe’s large, bold signature, was drawn from the Colonial Trust Company, for $108.55, and made out to Dave Bernstein, “Caterer” (est. $3,000-$4,000).

Many of the marquee items in the sale come from an exceptionally large and robust array of U.S. Presidential memorabilia. Military commissions, circulars, ship’s passports, land grants, documents, autograph letters, and typed letters from Washington to Biden - many of them signed as President - will be offered. There are over a dozen Lincoln lots in the sale. Some are signed.

Lot 84 is a draft call signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863, requesting the first part of a conscription quota, a levy of 2,406 troops from the 18th District of Pennsylvania. The draft call was one of the first signed by Lincoln and came just a week after the New York Draft Riots. The Union badly needed more soldiers following the Battle of Gettysburg. (est. $15,000-$20,000).

Lot 146 is a two-page letter signed by President George Washington on October 3, 1789. The circular, addressed to Governor of Connecticut Samuel Huntington, itemized key pieces of legislation enacted by the 1st session of the 1st U.S. Congress that year, to include the Judiciary Act, money for the federal budget, and the federal use of state militias. (est. $40,000-$60,000).

Lot 61 is a circular signed by President Thomas Jefferson in 1803, addressed to an unidentified state governor. It announced the passage of the 12th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, in response to the Election Crisis of 1801, in which Jefferson and Aaron Burr both received the same number of ballots for President, causing a temporary deadlock. (est. $18,000-$24,000).

Lot 71 is a 12-page typed chapter from a young John F. Kennedy’s Harvard University senior thesis, with copious manuscript revisions. The heavily edited chapter, entitled “Influence of the Desire for Economy and General Disarmament Conference on British Armaments”, was later published as part of Kennedy’s best-selling book, Why England Slept. (est. $35,000-$50,000).

Lot 52 is a rare ship’s passport signed by the shortest-serving U.S. President, William Henry Harrison, during his month-long presidency. Signed by Harrison in advance as a blank, it was used by customs officials nearly a month after Harrison’s death from pneumonia on April 30, 1841, for a New Bedford whaling ship called Agate. It should finish at $90,000-$100,000.

Lot 387 is a three-page autograph letter in Spanish drafted by Fidel Castro on May 27, 1960 and addressed to Soviet premier Nikita Khrushchev. Castro thanks Khrushchev for supporting “the revolution” and for securing the Cuba-Soviet Alliance signed three weeks earlier. The letter draft underscores how Cuba identified ideologically with the Soviet Union. (est. $20,000-$30,000).

Lot 432 is an 11-page autograph manuscript signed by the writer-philosopher Ayn Rand, being the draft of an upcoming editorial. The handwritten manuscript contains copious corrections and edits in Rand’s hand, and states: “The United States, at present, is a country without political ideology, without any intellectual movement, without direction or goal.” (est. $12,000-$15,000).

Lot 274 is a four-page autograph letter signed by “Mad Anthony” Wayne, dated July 19, 1780 and addressed to Commander-in-Chief George Washington. In the letter, Wayne outlines his military strategy for clearing out a nest of British and Loyalist supporters in New Jersey, which includes seizing a block house and confiscating much-needed livestock. (est. $9,000-$10,000).

Lot 207 is a seven-page autograph letter signed by aviator Charles A. Lindbergh dated March 11, 1937 and addressed to William E. Dodd, U.S. Ambassador to Nazi Germany. In it, Lindbergh expresses concerns about the state of European affairs but notes the difficulty of harnessing peace movements. Lindbergh had a pro-Nazi stance during World War II. (est.$7,500-$9,000).

Lot 423 is a four-page handwritten autograph letter signed by Charles Dickens, dated May 1, 1855 and addressed to Reverend Whitwell Elwin. In it, Dickens refers to an annual fundraising dinner for the Literary Fund, at which major public and literary figures exhort guests to make generous donations, which is where much of the Fund's money came from. (est. $2,000-$3,000). 

Here is a link to the catalog on the University Archives website:  https://www.universityarchives.com/auction-catalog/rare-autographs-manuscripts-books-just-in-time-fo_AY2IGEUZOW 

University Archives has become world-renowned as a go-to source for rare items of this kind. It is actively seeking quality material for future auctions, presenting a rare opportunity for sellers. Anyone who has a single item or a collection that may be a fit for a future University Archives auction may call John Reznikoff at 203-454-0111, or email him at john@universityarchives.com.

For more information about University Archives and the online-only Rare Autographs, Manuscripts & Books – Just in Time for The Holidays auction slated for Wednesday, December 11th, starting at 10am Eastern time, please visit www.universityarchives.com. Updates are posted frequently.

About University Archives:
University Archives was founded in 1979, as a division of University Stamp Company, by John Reznikoff, who started collecting stamps and coins in 1968, while in the third grade. Industry-wide, Reznikoff is considered the leading authenticity expert for manuscripts and documents. He consults with law enforcement, dealers, auction houses and both major authentication companies. University Archives’ offices are located at 88 Danbury Road (Suite #2A) in Wilton, Conn. For more information about University Archives please visit www.universityarchives.com. 

A Museum-Quality Roycroft Three-Panel Screen will Headline MBA Seattle Auction House's December 5th Online-Only Auction

Renton, WA, USA, November 26, 2024 -- A Roycroft special hand-modeled leather panel screen, an exceptional vertical abstract painting by Gene Davis (American, 1920-1985), and a large three-piece blown glass suite by Dale Chihuly (Wash., b. 1941) are three lots to watch in MBA Seattle Auction House’s Holiday Northwest Luxuries & Fine Arts auction slated for Thursday, December 5th.

The online-only auction will start at 5pm Pacific time, with online bidding available through the MBA Seattle Auction House website (bid.mbaauction.com) as well as LiveAuctioneers.com and Invaluable.com. Phone and absentee bids will also be taken. Previews will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 3-4, from 10-5 PST; and auction day, Dec 5, from 10-4; or by appointment.

In addition to the aforementioned three expected headliners, the 355-lot auction will also feature a robust selection of Northwest modern and traditional artworks, world arts, silver and jewelry, Pilchuck glass, studio ceramics, and rarities from fine Northwest estates and collections. These beautiful objects and artworks would make perfect gifts and would ship in time for the holidays.

The Roycroft special hand-modeled leather panel screen, 71 inches by 80 inches, is one of the most important pieces of Roycroft furniture. The museum-quality, tooled and painted leather three-panel screen is mounted in oak frames with reverse-action hinges. It depicts ducks in flight above water with lily pads on top half and the lower half consists of fish and underwater foliage. It’s in overall excellent, original condition and is expected to bring $20,000-$40,000.

“We’re excited to offer the one-of-a-kind Roycroft leather panel room screen that came directly from a Washington State collection by descent,” said Michael Mroczek of MBA Seattle Auction House. “It comes with full provenance of typed letters by Elbert Hubbard II, explaining the screen was never for sale and resided in the music room at the Roycroft Studio. This very important piece from the Arts and Crafts movement is being sold at auction with no reserve.”

The 1971 untitled (Stripes) acrylic on canvas by Gene Davis is a wonderful edge-to-edge vertical abstraction measuring 73 ½ inches by 41 inches. The unsigned work has a Charles Cowles Gallery, Inc. (N.Y.) label on verso and is in overall excellent condition (est. $30,000-$50,000).

The exceptional, large three-piece suite with black lip wraps by master glassblower Dale Chihuly is titled Fire Red Basket Set (1993-94). The nesting forms measure 11 inches by 15 inches by 14 inches and 6 inches by 10 inches by 9 inches. The two smaller forms are signed and dated ’93 and ’94. The set, which does not include a box, is in excellent condition (est. $10,000-$20,000).

An impressionist oil on canvas board painting by Eustace Paul Ziegler (Alaska, 1881-1969), titled Resting Pack Horses and Mt. McKinley (1965), is 20 inches by 24 inches (image area, less the original gilt frame) and is artist signed and dated lower left (est. $10,000-$20,000).

Pop art legend Andy Warhol’s (American, 1928-1987) iconic Cow (F.&S. II 12A) is a 1976 screenprint on wallpaper sheet measuring 45 ½ inches by 28 inches, signed, with a black felt tip pen lower left and numbered 25 (from an edition of 100) on verso (est. $7,500-$15,000).

An oil on canvas painting by Norton Bush (American, 1834-1894), titled Tropical Lake with Volcano in Distance, is a composition of far-reaching landscape with palm trees. It’s 36 inches by 20 inches (image, less the frame) and is signed lower right (est. $5,000-$10,000).

A patinated bronze sculpture by Stanley Wanlass (Oregon, b. 1941), titled Santa’s New Toy (1988), is a large automotive-themed bronze, 18 inches by 28 inches by 17 inches. The work is signed and numbered (45/88 edition) and is on a white platform base (est. $5,000-$10,000).

An untitled (Fish) gouache on paper affixed to board by Francisco Da Silva (Brazilian, 1910-1985), is an exceptional modernist composition of four fish from 1966, signed and dated lower right. It’s loose and unframed, measuring 22 inches by 30 inches (est. $5,000-$10,000).

A watercolor on Arches paper by Paul Jenkins (N.Y., 1923-2012), titled Phenomena Greeting the Winds (1980), is a colorful abstract composition measuring 43 inches by 31 inches (sheet size, less the gallery frame), and is signed lower left and titled on verso (est. $6,000-$9,000).

A 1904 orotone photograph by Edward Curtis (Wash., 1868-1952), titled Canyon de Chelly, is a scarce original goldtone photograph, 8 inches by 10 inches, photographer signed lower left with “Copyright 1904 by E.S. Curtis” and housed in the original frame (est. $4,000-$8,000).

A 1927 color woodcut by Gustave Baumann (Calif., 1881-1971), titled Indiana Red Gum, is pencil signed and numbered 45 from an edition of 125 lower margin. The sheet, showing strong colors, is 12 ½ inches by 14 ¼ inches. It’s in the original frame (est. $3,000-$6,000).

A glass cube sculpture by Jon Kuhn (Calif., b. 1946), titled New Vision (1999), is a cut, polished and laminated glass optical spinning cube on a brass base. It’s signed and titled on the underside, stands 11 inches by 7 ½ inches and is in great condition (est. $3,000-$5,000).

A color lithograph from 1898 by the renowned French poster artist Alphonse Mucha (1860-1939), titled Femme Aux Coquelicots (Woman with Poppies), measures 23 ½ inches by 16 inches (minus the ornate gilt gallery frame) and is plate signed lower left (est. $3,000-$5,000).

A leatherbound book published in the 1880s by the U.S. Treasury Department’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, D.C., titled Specimens: Vignettes and Portraits, includes 141 engraved plates of proof portraits and vignettes the bureau used on currency, government bonds, and other printing. The book is inscribed in ink by Charles Edward Coon (1842-1920, Fifth Lt. Governor of Washington) to Mrs. Addie E. Muser (est. $1,000-$2,000).

To learn more about MBA Seattle Auction House and the online-only Holiday Northwest Luxuries & Fine Arts auction slated for Thursday, December 5th, visit www.MBAauction.com.

About MBA Seattle Auction House:
MBA Seattle Auction House is always seeking quality items for future sales, especially ones relating to Northwest Modern Art, including paintings and sculptures from 1930 to present, as well as American studio ceramics and glass. To inquire about consigning a single piece, an estate or collection, call 425-235-6345, or email them at info@mbaauction.com. To learn more about MBA Seattle Auction House visit www.MBAauction.com. Updates are posted frequently.

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Maloof Rocker, Dali Lithographs, Tolliver Painting are in Ahlers & Ogletree's Modern Art & Design Auction, December 4th

Atlanta, GA, USA, November 23, 2024 -- A Sam Maloof walnut and mixed wood “His” rocking chair, a complete set of five color lithograph on paper Surrealist bullfight scenes by Salvador Dali, and an oil on canvas painting by self-taught African-American artist William Tolliver are expected top lots in a Modern Art & Design auction scheduled for Wednesday, December 4th, starting at 10am Eastern time, by Ahlers & Ogletree. 

The auction will feature an extraordinary selection of fine art, furniture and more -- a diverse collection of over 300 curated lots that includes mid-century design, modern masterpieces and exquisite craftsmanship from notable artists and designers. Highlights include work by artists such as Sam Maloof, Salvador Dali, William Tolliver and Todd Murphy, online and live in the gallery. 

The walnut and mixed wood “His” rocking chair by Sam Maloof (American, 1916-2009) was executed in 1988 and is signed, dated and numbered 44 to the underside of the seat. It’s expected to bring $20,000-$25,000. Similar rocking chairs by Sam Maloof are held in permanent collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, the White House Collection of American Crafts, and The Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C. 

The complete set of five embossed color lithographs on Japon nacre paper by the Surrealist master Salvador Dali are titled Tauromachie – Bullfight II (1968). The colorful and visually arresting group has been pencil signed lower right and numbered (42/50) lower left. All five measure 21 ½ inches by 17 ¾ inches (paper, less frame). The lot is accompanied by a receipt from Designers Art Gallery in Honolulu, Hawaii, from 1974. Tauromachie – Bullfight II should hammer for $10,000-$15,000. 

The untitled (Two Young Men Fishing) oil on canvas painting by William Tolliver (American, 1951-2000) is impressive at 48 inches by 60 inches (canvas, less the frame), and is signed in blue paint “William Tolliver” lower right. It is one of 15 works by the artist in the auction (lots #95-109 in the catalog) and should gavel for $8,000-$12,000. The Vicksburg, Miss. native handled figure studies, portraits, human interest situations, landscapes and semi-abstracts, all with equal perfection. 

There are also four artworks by Beverly Buchanan (Ga., 1940-2015) in the auction (lots 91-94). Ms. Buchanan was an African-American artist whose works included painting, sculpture, video and land art. Buchanan is noted for her exploration of Southern vernacular architecture through her art. Up for bid are the following: 

- An untitled (Cabin Landscape) oil pastel on paper mounted to foam board, signed lower left and titled to verso, unframed with a paper size of 9 inches by 12 ¼ images (est. $2,000-$4,000).

- A circa 2009 oil on pastel on paper titled Old Cabin, signed ‘Bev Buchanan’ lower right and titled and dated to verso of paper, 8 ½ inches by 11 ½ inches (less frame) (est. $2,000-$4,000).

- An unpainted wood folk art sculpture titled Chair (2010), ink signed and dated to the lower stretcher, measuring 15 inches tall by 5 ¼ inches wide by 5 ¾ inches deep (est. $2,500-$5,000). 

An original collage on paper by Henri Laurens (1885-1954), titled Sique (Musique), done in 1917, signed ‘Laurens’ lower right, framed, and with a ‘No. 32’ label verso, should rise to $5,000-$10,000. A mixed media with straw, burlap and tulle behind painted Plexiglas by Todd Murphy (Ga., 1962-2020), titled Straw Horse, unsigned and in a 33 ½ inch by 49 ¾ inch frame, should hit $5,000-$7,000. 

Lots 42 and 43 are furniture creations by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Lot 42, circa 1951, is an ESU 421-N modular storage unit in Masonite, birch, plywood, chrome steel frame and fiberglass, 58 ½ inches tall by 47 ¼ inches wide (est. $6,000-$8,000). Lot 43 is a pair of 670 and 671 lounge chairs and ottomans from the 1970s, having a santos palisander veneer shell and black leather upholstery. They are marked to the underside of both the chairs and ottomans (est. $4,000-$6,000). 

A circa 1955 Finn Juhl (Danish, 1912-1989) for Baker Mid-Century Modern ‘NV-45’ walnut and upholstered lounge chair, the Baker plaque to the underside of the seat, should realize $4.000-$6,000. 

A set of four last quarter 20th century bentwood caned desk chairs (or armchairs) by Ward Bennett Designs (American, 1917-2003) for Brickel Associates, Inc. (American, 1976-1993), each having a natural oil ash finish, a caned body with a seat cushion, and an adjustable stem on a four-part base with casters, and with manufacturers’ plaques and labels to the underside, has an estimate of $3,000-$5,000. 

A burl wood and chrome credenza / sideboard by Leon Rosen for the Pace Collection, having a chrome wrapped frame and the maker’s mark to the interior of the door, 72 inches wide (with pulls) carries an estimate of $2,000-$4,000. The Pace Collection was a high-end contemporary furniture company in business from 1960 to 2001. The company was founded by Irving and Leon Rosen in New York City. 

A circa 1986 black and white etching on paper by Marc Chagall (French/Russian, 1887-1985), titled La Fenetre de L’atelier a St. Paul, is expected to finish at $1,200-$2,400. The etching has an image size of 6 ½ inches by 5 ¾ inches and a frame size of 16 inches by 16 inches. It’s pencil signed lower left and editioned “44/50” to the lower left. There’s a gallery label from Collins & Kent in Australia on verso. 

Online bidding will be available at bid.AandOauctions.com, as well as LiveAuctioneers.com and Invaluable.com. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted. A preview will be held on Monday, December 2nd, from 10am to 5pm Eastern time; and Tuesday, December 3rd, from 10am to 8pm (with a preview event from 5-8pm, in the Ahlers & Ogletree gallery located at 1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard Northwest in Atlanta, Ga. No appointment is necessary. The public is invited.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree and the Modern Art & Design auction slated for Wednesday, December 4th, as well as the Winter Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction on Thursday, December 5th, both online and live in the Atlanta, Georgia gallery starting at 10 am Eastern time, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook. 

About Ahlers & Ogletree:
Ahlers & Ogletree is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To consign a single item, an estate or a collection, you may call them directly at 404-869-2478; or, you can send them an e-mail, at consign@AandOauctions.com. To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Ahlers & Ogletree's Nov. 14 Estates & Collections Auction Featured 385 Lots Sourced from Distinguished Southern Estates

Top lots included a Chinese silk dragon robe, likely Qing Dynasty ($16,577) and a pair of Arthur Brett & Sons marble-top chinoiserie cabinets ($5,142). The auction was held in Atlanta, Ga.

Atlanta, GA, USA, November 22, 2024 --
A beautiful Chinese embroidered silk dragon robe (likely Qing Dynasty) sold for $16,577, and a pair of Arthur Brett & Sons (England, founded 1870) marble-top chinoiserie cabinets gaveled for $5,142 at an Estates & Collections auction held November 14th by Ahlers & Ogletree, online and live in the Atlanta gallery. The sale showcased an exceptional collection of over 300 lots.

Featured in the sale were fine and decorative arts, 18th and 19th century furniture, Asian arts, sterling silver flatware sets, crystal stemware, classical bronze sculptures, chandeliers and more, sourced from distinguished estates in the southern U.S. Highlights included artworks by Hughes Claude Pissarro and Maximilien Luce, furniture by Francesco Molon, Reed & Barton silver, and Italian and Persian rugs.

The gorgeous Chinese embroidered silk dragon robe depicted three four-clawed dragons with flaming pearls, amongst emblems of the Eight Buddhist Treasures, on a brown ground above wave patterns. The robe, likely dating to the Qing Dynasty (1636-1911), measured 55 inches in height. It came into the auction with a $1,500-$2,500 estimate, but its $16,577 finish made it the sale’s runner-up top lot.

Top lot honors actually went to a lovely black 1997 Steinway Model M ebony baby grand piano with the maker's mark and serial number 548420 to the metal plate, having spade legs and accompanied by a Jansen black diamond tufted artist bench with Steinway & Sons logos. The piano cruised to $20,570.

The pair of Arthur Brett & Sons marble-top japanned black and gilt chinoiserie cabinets, which were apparently unmarked, featured a shaped top over two-door cabinets with foliate, rock and bird motif, raised on short cabriole legs with sabots. Each cabinet stood 33 inches tall by 37 ½ inches wide. The pre-sale estimate was $1,500-$2,500, but savvy bidders more than doubled that to $5,142.

Following are additional highlights from the auctions, which attracted around 20-30 people to the Atlanta gallery in-person on auction day. Internet bidding was provided by LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and Ahlers & Ogletree’s platform, bid.AandOauctions.com. There were 18 phone bidders and 30 absentee bids recorded. All prices quoted include a 21 percent buyer’s premium.

An American (or European) second half 19th century. Renaissance Revival giltwood and composition arched overmantel mirror, having a scrolled anthemion crest and beaded detail, 67 inches tall by 63 inches wide, bested its $800-$1,600 pre-sale estimate by breezing to $5,142.

A Chinese 12-panel coromandel lacquer floor screen with carved decoration on two sides, the front side depicting parcel-gilt pavilions and court scenes surrounded by enclosed exotic animals and dragons, the reverse side with polychromed precious objects and floral motifs, commanded $3,932 against a pre-sale estimate of $1,200-$2,400. The screen was 108 inches tall by 228 inches wide.

A pair of circa 1870 Gothic Revival leaded figural polychrome painted and stained glass window panels, crafted in the manner of Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (English, 1812-1852), depicting a gentleman and lady in medieval dress, both set in a wooden frame and the female panel measuring 37 inches tall by 19 ½ inches wide, realized $3,328, easily blowing past the $600-$800 estimate.

In all, there were around a dozen visually arresting stained glass windows and stained glass window panels in the sale. Sold was a circa 1900 American leaded polychrome stained glass floral window panel depicting a vase of flowers, with textured slag glass and jewels, in a wooden frame ($1,573).

A pair of Chinese pale green jadeite lidded dragon incense burners on pedestal feet, having a bowl-shaped body with dragon-head ring handles, the lid surmounted by a central dragon resting on three smaller beast head with rings, 4 ½ inches tall, made $1,573, besting its modest $200-$300 estimate.

Next up for Ahlers & Ogletree is a Modern Art & Design auction scheduled for Wednesday, December 4th, followed by a Winter Jewelry, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction the very next day, Thursday, December 5th. Both will be held online and live in the Atlanta gallery located at 1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW. Watch the website for more info as the sale dates approach.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree and the firm’s calendar of upcoming auction events, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

About Ahlers & Ogletree:
Ahlers & Ogletree is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To consign a single item, an estate or a collection, you may call them directly at 404-869-2478; or, you can send them an e-mail, at consign@AandOauctions.com. To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. You can also follow A&O on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

Media Contact:
Jamia Berry
Ahlers & Ogletree 
1788 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30318 USA
404) 869-2478
jamia@aandoauctions.com

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Beyond Business Virtual Assistants Unveils Exclusive Black Friday Deals up to 50% on Expert Virtual Assistant Services

Pennsylvania, November 20, 2024 --
Beyond Business Virtual Assistants, a leading provider of expert virtual assistant services, is offering an exclusive Black Friday discount to help businesses improve efficiency and reduce costs as they prepare for the new year. From November 25 through November 29, 2024, companies can save up to 50% on hiring packages by using the promo code BLK-FRD-999 at checkout. This special offer is available until November 29, 2024, at 11:59 PM.

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Beyond Business Virtual Assistants is known for its personalized approach to connecting businesses with the right virtual assistant for their needs. With a broad range of services available, businesses can scale their support as required, ensuring they get the exact assistance they need to grow and succeed.

About Beyond Business Virtual Assistants:
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