On Wednesday, December 5, Guernsey’s Auction House will be conducting the not-to-be-missed sale of hundreds of breathtaking treasures acquired over the last four decades by noted gallerist Graham Arader. Recognized internationally for his extraordinary collections and philanthropic nature, Mr. Arader is generously supporting several prestigious universities by donating the proceeds from the auction. Following a nearly week long preview from November 30 to December 4, the auction will be held live at Arader Gallery the beautiful Beaux Arts Flagship on Madison Avenue. Guernsey’s Auction House is known for such extraordinary auction events as the Titanic, John F. Kennedy, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Mickey Mantle and Princess Diana. Go to Guernsey’s to order a catalogue, and for more information, please call 212-794-2280 or email [email protected].
After bidding up your items of desire, what could be more festive than a stroll down Madison Avenue, in these luxurious and timeless pieces from Ralph Lauren. We are loving these rich and chocolatey shades of brown for late fall dressing and into winter. Don’t be afraid to go monochromatic. Less is always more. Going once, going twice!
SHOP NOW: Blue Label Shearling-Collar Down Jacket ($598), Blue Label Long Sleeved Crewneck Dress ($199) ON SALE, Blue Label Shearling Collar Down Coat ($698)
Below is a selection of a few of the exquisite pieces from the Auction
Lot 183 – Didier de Vaugondy, Globe celeste dressé par Ordre du Roi and Globe terreste dressé par Ordre du Roi. An exceptionally rare pair of globes by the leading publisher of French globes in the second half of the eighteenth century.
Lot 135 – Le Cheval pommelé ou L’Indien à Cheval (The Indian on horseback /or The Grey Horse) From the series Tenture des Indes (Anciennes Indes/Old Indies tapestries) After a cartoon by Albert Eeckhout The Gobelins Tapestry Manufactory. Tapestry was formerly in the collection of Carla Bruni.
Map of New England – John Foster
