Kaminski Auctions’ Spring Fine Art and Estates Auction, which took place April 25-26, 2009, attracted bidders both locally in Massachusetts and internationally via phone and live online bidding. The auction offered a wide selection of fine art, antiques and collectibles from estates spanning Massachusetts to Kaminski’s second location in California. (All prices reflect a 15% buyers premium)
A bronze sculpture by Harriet Whitney Frishmuth stole the show at this exciting two-day auction. The Philadelphia-born sculptor is best known for her delicate depictions of the female form, which are highly sought after by both private collectors and major institutions. This piece captures two dancers mid-choreography, supporting each other with outstretched arms in a symmetrical pose. The intricately detailed bronze, dated 1921, features a light patina and marble base. A back-and-forth bidding war culminated when the piece sold at an impressive $31,600 to a floor bidder.
Also of note was a painting by Gloucester, MA artist Emile A. Gruppe (1896-1978). Best Birch – Underhill, Vermont, an oil on canvas measuring 30 x 36 inches, depicts a birch tree against a sweeping Vermont mountain range. A prime example of Gruppe’s impressionistic style, the painting brought a final price of $16,675. Kaminski has emerged as an authority on this Cape Ann School artist, having offered over 30 of his works at auction over the last several years.
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