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Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Wide Somerset Mesh Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Tiffany & Co. wide Somerset mesh ring exemplifies timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship. Made from luxurious 18K yellow gold, the ring features a distinctive wov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary New York City
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gem Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Ruby - 3 carat
Natural Tsavorite - 1 carat
Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka - 12 carat
Natural ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque New York City
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Peridot, ...
Henri Matisse 'Editions du Desastre' 1992- Poster
By Henri Matisse
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paper Size: 31.5 x 23.5 inches ( 80.01 x 59.69 cm )
Image Size: 31.5 x 23.5 inches ( 80.01 x 59.69 cm )
Framed: No
Condition: B: Very Good Condition, with signs of handling or age...
Category
1990s New York City
Materials
Offset
$36 Sale Price
20% Off
"Marina in the French Riviera" Post-Impressionist Sea Shore Boats Oil Painting
By Lucien Adrion
Located in New York, NY
This work by Lucien Adrion is a wonderful representation of his Post-Impressionist works at the seashore by the French Riviera. Using a bright palette of colors, Adrion executes this piece with much attention to detail with many boats situated along the marina. There are palm trees and buildings placed in the distance, as we can feel the warmth of the sun contrasted with the cool breeze of the water. The boats are wonderfully executed by the artist in a very whimsical way that leaves us with an essence of enjoyment from that sunny day at the marina. As this tourist destination was a favorite of the artist to find inspiration and highly attractive subjects and compositions to represent, we can find several of his works like this subject and others. The piece is signed by the artist lower left and it comes housed in a French giltwood frame with linen liner and hanging wire on verso ready to be displayed.
Art measures 19 x 23.5 inches
Frame measures 27 x 32 inches
Lucien Adrion was born May 25, 1889 in Strasbourg, France. He was a French Post-Impressionist painter, draftsman, and printmaker known for his depictions of the French countryside and beaches, as well as Parisian life including landscape, still life, figure, and landmarks paintings. He began his initial studies in Strasbourg as a technical draughtsman. In 1907, at the age of 18, he left his hometown Strasbourg and traveled to Paris, where he found employment in a large drafting company to work as a fashion illustrator. Adrion changed his mind upon arrival and rather than working for a large company, he decided to peruse his artistic career by traveling to London, Munich, and Frankfurt. As the World War broke out he had to go to Berlin, where he studied as an engraver with Hermann Struck, who was also the teacher of Marc Chagall. He remained in Berlin until the war ended and after the demobilization, Lucien would study engraving under Franz Ritter von Struck...
Category
Early 20th Century Post-Impressionist New York City
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Everyday Emerald and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Trillion Stud Earrings for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Add a bold yet elegant touch to your collection with these stunning earrings, meticulously crafted in 14k yellow gold. Featuring a total gemstone weight of 0.75 carats, vivid pear-cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New York City
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$664 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Art Deco "Elegante Aux Biches" on Alabaster Base signed D.Constan by Chiparus
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco sculpture, titled “Élégante Aux Biches,” is an iconic work by Demétre Chiparus, one of the most celebrated artists of the period. Cast in detailed bronze and ...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage New York City
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Postmodern Bent Glass Ashtray Bowl Catchall, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
A transparent bent glass ashtray or bowl/catchall, Modern style or Postmodern period, circa late-20th century, late 1990s to early 2000s. Two indents at top. Excellent condition as s...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern New York City
Materials
Glass
Jade Green & Indigo Blue Inkblot Abstract Pattern Fringed Throw Blanket, 54 x 72
By ROUSSEAU
Located in New York, NY
Jade green and indigo blue jacquard woven throw with fringed edges. Woven with recycled cotton on a jacquard loom, made in the US. Each throw measures 54 x 72 inches.
This jacquard ...
Category
2010s American Modern New York City
Materials
Cotton
Karl Springer Impressive Coffee Table in Lacquered Goatskin 1980s (Signed)
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made square coffee table in lacquered goatskin on a recessed plinth base by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed with label that reads “Karl Springer” on base). The col...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage New York City
Materials
Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer
Set of 6 Post Modern tan gloss Lacquer curved dining chairs made in Italy
By Memphis Milano
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of (6) Post Modern Tan / cream Gloss Lacquer curved tall back dining chairs Memphis Milano Style. Very unique set of (6) Dining chairs in good vintage condition. Tan Gloss Lacque...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage New York City
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
$1,950 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Chanel Poured Glass Orchid Pendant
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Superb and amazing Chanel Poured Glass Orchid Pendant by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Handmade faux pearls with a large Rose poured glass orchid bloom with pend...
Category
1980s French Vintage New York City
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Carved White Coral Textured Gold Double Half Hoop Design Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These very sophisticated pair of earrings feature a carved scrolled half hoop of white coral paired next to a textured half hoop design of 18k yellow gold with a design mimicking nat...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage New York City
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Gold
Lupun
By Hunt Slonem
Located in PARIS, FR
Original and unique artwork by Hunt Slonem.
A Certificate of Authenticity will be accompanied with this piece.
From the Series "Butterflies". Oil on wood. Unframed Dimensions 10 x 8 ...
Category
2010s Post-Modern New York City
Materials
Oil, Wood
$7,500
Inlaid Teak Armless Chair from India, with Removable Cushion
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful armless chair, handcrafted in India out of aged and naturally seasoned teak wood, inlaid with responsibly sourced bone, and complemented by a removable cushion.
Inlay is...
Category
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian New York City
Materials
Bone, Teak
Wicker Cane Bathroom Vanity Brush or Pen Desk Accessory Holder
Located in New York, NY
A wicker cane acrylic bathroom vanity toothbrush or pen/pencil desk accessory holder. Piece is blonde cane wicker covered in clear acrylic. Piece appears to have never been used. A g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary New York City
Materials
Cane, Acrylic, Wood
Unisex Natural Emerald Solitaire Ring for Him Handcrafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Natural Emerald Solitaire Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these solitaire ring to make a statement with your look. These solitaire ring create a sparkling, luxurious l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau New York City
Materials
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$240 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Art Deco Lame Broche Fringed Shawl
Located in New York, NY
Art deco lame floral patterned shawl with ivory silk fringe, 48 x 38 plus 22" fringe.
Excellent condition w slight oxidation in center.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco New York City
The Art Deco Toi et Moi Love Lab CZ Diamond Cut and Lab Emerald Ring
By Magnificent Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The Art Deco Toi et Moi Love Lab CZ Diamond Cut and Lab Emerald Ring
Two stunning man-made diamond and emerald cuts in the Asscher cut style and set with baguettes, Art Deco style...
Category
2010s North American New York City
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Magritte-La Golconde, 1953 Vintage
By (after) René Magritte
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Golconde" is a thought-provoking work that embodies Magritte's signature style of surrealism and his exploration of the subconscious and the irrational. It continues to captivate vi...
Category
1950s Surrealist New York City
Materials
Offset
$72 Sale Price
20% Off
Walnut Black MiMi Side Table by Miduny, Made in Italy
By Ale Preda, Miduny
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of the MiMi Series, this Minimalist, versatile side table or stool accents the home and office. Clean, faceted geometry and painted surfaces add depth and sophistication, while ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist New York City
Materials
Birch, Walnut, Plywood
Rose Gold Plated 925 Silver Pave Zircon Hummingbird Stud Earrings with Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Pave Zircon Hummingbird Stud Earrings with Pearl in sterling silver. You shall need statement bird earrings to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic zir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist New York City
Materials
Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$100 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Disco Era Gold Lame Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
Disco Era Gold Lame Ensemble from the 1970's. 2 Piece wrap jacket with swirled full trumpet skirt. Wrap jacket with inserted belt and peplum. Skirt is cut in a swirl design with full...
Category
1970s American New York City
Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
Elegant and Classic Italian style
Natural Red Ruby - 15 Carats
Natural Multi Color Sapphires blue, yel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Classical Roman New York City
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, B...
$2,296 Sale Price
20% Off
Jansen Bouclé Bench, France 1950's
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Curule Jansen bench in black enameled wrought iron with bronze accent and feet, the feet are reminiscent of a Giacometti lamp.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern New York City
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
18K Yellow Gold Double-Chain Bracelet with Marquise Charm
Located in New York, NY
A Captivating Fusion of Elegance and Versatility
Enhance your daily style with this 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet, artfully designed with a double-chain construction and a marquise-shaped...
Category
20th Century American Modern New York City
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$877 Sale Price
25% Off
Branch Coral and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
4 strand genuine branch coral and faux pearl necklace. Luxurious drape.
24" x 1.5" with gilt slide clasp. Excellent condition. 1960's Italy.
Domestic Sales Only.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage New York City
Materials
Coral, Gold Plate
cc-tapis TWINS LIGHT handmade rug by Eny Lee Parker
By Eny Lee Parker, cc-tapis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eny Lee Parker, a spatial designer based in New York, draws inspiration from her work with clay. She physically sculpts with clay, then scans the textures and irregular edges to crea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese New York City
Materials
Wool
$9,605 / item
Silas Seandel Brutalist Wall Sculpture
By Silas Seandel
Located in New York, NY
1970's brutalist wall sculpture designed by Silas Seandel, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage New York City
Materials
Brass, Steel
1950s Geneviève Dangles & Christian Defrance Armchair
By Christian Defrance and Geneviève Dangles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century armchair attributed to Geneviève Dangles and Christian Defrance. Iron base and new wool bouclé upholstery. Sourced in Northern Italy. Two available, sold separately.
G...
Category
1950s French Space Age Vintage New York City
Materials
Iron
FLOS Snoopy Table Lamp in Black by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The playful personas of the Castiglioni brothers are evident in their Snoopy design, named for the beloved cartoon character and featuring a distinctive, light-hearted shape. The ori...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern New York City
Materials
Marble, Steel
The Andy Warhol Catalogue Raisonné Collection volumes 1-6
Located in New York, NY
The Catalogue Raisonné of Warhol’s paintings, sculptures, and drawings was initiated by Thomas Amman in 1977, when Warhol was at the height of his career.
In 1993, six years after W...
Category
2010s Chinese New York City
Materials
Paper
Inlaid Teak Octagonal Side Table, India
Located in New York, NY
A small inlaid side table in octagonal shape, handcrafted in India out of seasoned teak wood and responsibly sourced animal bone inlay.
Inla...
Category
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian New York City
Materials
Bone, Teak
Sleek Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Gemstone Tennis Bracelet for Her Gift Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sleek Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Gemstone Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural blue topaz, weighing 4.6 carat. It measures 7 inches long in length...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New York City
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$185 Sale Price
50% Off
Stunning Yves Saint Laurent by Alber Elbaz Bugle Beaded Sheath, F/W 2000
By Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Yves Saint Laurent by Alber Elbaz Fully Bugle Beaded Sheath from the 2000's. Simple yet elegant cut as a hand embroidered li...
Category
Early 2000s French New York City
Natural Multi Gemstone Flower Silver Dorp Earrings for Valentine Day Gift
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multi Gemstone Flower Dorp Earrings for Valentine's Day Gift in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need drop earrings to make a statement with your...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau New York City
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
$117 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Multi Ruby Vintage Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” 50 Carat Natural Multi Ruby Vintgae Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold &Silver
Natural Center Ruby - 18.00 Carat
Natural Round Brilliant Multi Rubies 32.00 Carat
Thi...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Baroque New York City
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Roy Lichtenstein at CSU, exhibition catalogue
By Roy Lichtenstein
Located in New York, NY
Roy Lichtenstein at CSU, exhibition catalogue, 1982
Softback exhibition catalogue with 2 very cool vellum pages with the Benday dots
Unsigned
11 × 8 1/2 in...
Category
1980s Pop Art New York City
Materials
Offset
Invisible Setting Ruby Heart Ring & Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Heart shape invisible setting ruby Ring with diamonds
Total Ruby 1.75 carat AAA - very nice red color.
Total Diamonds 0.25 carat F-G-VVS
18k yellow gold 8.0 grams
Finger siz...
Category
1990s Thai New York City
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Emerald Diamond Flower Stud Earrings for Gift Crafted in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Faceted Emerald Diamond Flower Stud Earrings in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco New York City
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$295 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Art Deco Style Real Ruby Cluster Dangle Earrings in 925 Silver for Girlfriend
Located in New York, NY
Real Ruby Cluster Dangle Drop Earrings in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau New York City
Materials
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$315 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Laverne Rectangular Table with Acid Etched Top
Located in New York, NY
Philip and Kelvin LaVerne brass decorated coffee table, with incised and polychromed decoration.
Measurements:
Height: 15.5"
Width: 36"
Depth: 48".
Category
1960s American Vintage New York City
Materials
Bronze
Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring, 1970
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Iconic and collectible Cartier Havana Cigar Band Ring in 18k gold with matte red enamel. There is loss on enamel on both sides (see pix) and some on ce...
Category
1970s American Artisan Vintage New York City
Materials
18k Gold
1920's French Bagues Bird Sconces with 1 Light Gold Leaf
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's French Bagues gilt metal and crystal birds sconces with 1 light
Category
1920s French French Provincial Vintage New York City
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, T-Top Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The T-Top lamp is a small, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for bedside or accent lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY.
The T-top lamp...
Category
2010s American Brutalist New York City
Materials
Brass
Untitled abstraction, woodcut, Signed/N, Art Against AIDS, British Pop pioneer
By Derek Boshier
Located in New York, NY
Derek Boshier
Untitled, from the Art Against AIDS Portfolio, 1988
Woodcut on paper with deckled edges
Hand signed, numbered 38/50 and dated on lower front with printer's and publishe...
Category
1980s Abstract New York City
Materials
Woodcut, Pencil
925 Sterling Silver Multi Sapphire Heart Pendant Valentine Gift for Her
Located in New York, NY
Multi Sapphire Heart Pendant in sterling silver studded with round cut multi sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
Multi Sapphi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New York City
Materials
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$100 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Cardigan
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
YSL Rive Gauche wool argyle intarsia knit cardigan inserted with slate blue ribbed knitted bands and pockets. There is a blue ribbed knitted shawl collar, placket and deep raglan sle...
Category
1970s French New York City
Historic and Rare 19th Century Arctic Iceberg Seascape Framed Winter Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American winter seascape with an iceberg by Carl Philipp Weber (1849 - 1922). Oil on canvas. Signed. In excellent original condition. Handsomely framed in a period gold g...
Category
1880s Hudson River School New York City
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Genuine Muonionalusta Meteorite Slice (2.4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Muonionalusta Meteorite Slice from Norrbotten, Sweden.
The Muonionalusta is a meteorite classified as fine octahedrite, type IVA (Of) which impacted in northern Scandinavia,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish New York City
Materials
Rock Crystal
"Lee" Black Outline Bunny on Aqua Mist Blue Oil Painting on Wood Panel Framed
By Hunt Slonem
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful composition of one of Slonem's most iconic subjects, Bunnies. This piece depicts a gestural figure of a black bunny on an Aqua Mist blue background with thick use of pain...
Category
2010s Neo-Expressionist New York City
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Watermelon Tourmaline // 136 Grams
Located in New York, NY
This specimen is a magnificent watermelon tourmaline from Paprok, Afghanistan. It has a beautiful purple-tinged bottom with a luminous green center and ...
Category
2010s Afghan New York City
Materials
Rock Crystal, Tourmaline
925 Sterling Silver Long Pink and White Zircon Drop Earrings for Engagement
Located in New York, NY
Long Pink and White Zircon Drop Earrings in sterling silver. You shall need long dangle drop earrings to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic zirconia ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New York City
Materials
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$160 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Asa Pingree Upholstered Lapwing Bench in Ebonized Oak
By Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lapwing bench is versatile and elegant. It has found its place in museums, offices and homes.
Custom sizing is available. COM Welcome.
Any customization is subject to price var...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern New York City
Materials
Canvas, Oak
Partially Silvered Sea Shell Lister's Conch
By Creel and Gow
Located in New York, NY
Lister's conch partially silvered shell 5". Creel and Gow has been working with the same atelier in Rome, Italy for over 20 years to make our signature silvered shells. Our workshop ...
Category
2010s Italian Victorian New York City
Materials
Sterling Silver
$300 / item
French White and Gold Pierced Porcelain Compote Basket Tazza
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful French oval white and gold pierced Paris Porcelain compote basket tazza bowl in the Empire style, circa late 19th century, France...
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique New York City
Materials
Porcelain
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
FLOS Rosy Angelis Floor Lamp in Grey by Philippe Starck
By Flos, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rosy Angelis floor lamp providing diffused light. A light weight polyester fabric diffuser is embroidered with Starck signature. Aluminum tripod legs in g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern New York City
Materials
Aluminum
Antique American Fluffy Pomeranian Dog Portrait Wide Gold Frame Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Incredible signed early American dog portrait painting. Oil on board. Signed. Housed in a period gold giltwood frame.
Category
1870s Realist New York City
Materials
Canvas, Oil
$1,980 Sale Price
20% Off
Unworn Rolex Datejust 31 Silver Jubilee Reference# 278273, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 278273-0004 – Yellow Rolesor Sophistication with Diamond Accents
The Rolex Datejust 278273-0004 is a refined interpretation of Rolex’s classic Datejust, presented in ...
Category
2010s New York City
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Beautiful Mid century Walnut Credenza Cabinet by Florence knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Florence knoll Walnut credenza. Featuring (2) drawers on the left and (2) cabinet doors with an adjustable shelf on a walnut base with chrome pulls. Sleek and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern New York City
Materials
Chrome
$2,700 Sale Price
40% Off
Exclusive Invitation Card to Andy Warhol Memorial Lunch from Estate of Tim Hunt
By Andy Warhol
Located in New York, NY
SUPER RARE!
Invitation Card to private Andy Warhol Memorial Lunch, from the Estate of Tim Hunt, 1987
Offset lithograph card
6 1/2 × 3 3/5 inches
Unframed
This exclusive invitation to the private memorial lunch for Andy Warhol is an historic collectors item. Few people in the world own this card other than those who were invited to the event and/or their heirs, though it has occasionally appeared at public auction now that another generation has passed. This offset lithograph invitation card to Andy Warhol's Memorial Lunch at the Diamond Horseshoe in the Paramount Hotel bears an image of Andy Warhol's iconic 1967 Marilyn on one side, and on the other side is an announcement that reads as follows:
ANDY WARHOL
A Memorial Lunch
Wednesday, April 1, 1987
The Diamond Horseshoe
235 West 46th Street
New York City
Special thanks to:
Carillon Importers
Caffe Condotti
Glorious Food
All leftover food and flowers will be donated to the homeless program at Church of the Heavenly Rest.
Marilyn - Andy Warhol 1967
The provenance of this card is impressive as it comes from the estate of Warhol Foundation curator and sales agent Tim Hunt, who was married to bestselling author Tama Janowitz, author of "Slaves of New York". Tama would describe how she met Tim Hunt as follows: "Andy Warhol died in 1987. In the long hot summer after, I bought a tiny basement apartment on West 70th Street over by West End Ave. That’s when I met Tim Hunt. A model for Werther’s Caramel and Ralph Lauren who’d gone to Oxford and had a brother who was a famous race car driver, he’d been with Christie’s a few years and had come over from England to work on the Warhol estate. He would later become my husband. Andy would have loved Tim. But the two had never met..."
The event in this invitation is the more exclusive Memorial Lunch on April 1st 1987, held prior to Warhol's Memorial Mass at St. John the Divine, later that evening, the latter of which was attended by thousands of people. The press referred to this earlier event as a "Special Memorial Lunch Party" - using the vernacular of the day, as everything in the mid to late 1980s seemed like a party - until it was not. Interestingly, no start time, or even time range, is mentioned on this invitation - something that is rarely if ever missing from such an item; further evidence that it wasn't enough just to get this card; one had to already be in the know to be able to attend. Either that, or the lunch party was going on all day - so invitees could show up whenever they wanted. Or, alternatively, it was simply an accidental omission with no hidden message. And another side note: one of the sponsors of this Memorial luncheon, Carillon Importers, is the holding company or importer for Absolut Vodka, which commissioned Andy Warhol to create a series of advertising ads that would comprise one of the most successful, award-winning advertising campaigns of the era - and the most successful of the company's history. Who attended this event? Probably everybody who was anybody in the nexis of art, celebrity, high fashion and big business. Getty images features photographs by celebrity paparazzo Ron Galella of some of Warhol pals entering or leaving the Diamond Horseshoe for this exclusive event including Dianne Brill...
Category
1980s Pop Art New York City
Materials
Lithograph, Offset
