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October 28, 2019 / April 1, 2024 by Blanka Nemeth
December 14, 2018 / December 14, 2018 by Blanka Nemeth
Before this realisation, we were aware of CITES (the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species) and like every other auctioneer in the country and indeed, globally, we often sought formal approval for both the sale and potential exportation of ivory and horn. We assumed, wrongly, that CITES protected the elephant and rhinoceros species […]
On the morning of a major auction, I ensure I take an hour for exercise and more often than not that will mean a fast walk with my walking partner and beloved family dog, Buddy. This helps me to focus and I find, always gives me extra energy throughout the day. During the day, I […]
I joked with William Mora that the walkways worked like a mystery maze, weaving through her apartment-studio, and were so tight that it would make it almost impossible for her to fall. William agreed, with his trademark smile. And this was the way that Mirka loved to live and create. Inspiration was everywhere, and where […]
December 7, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
The 1909 Ashes Urn which was presented to Australia’s Cricket Captain Monty Noble on his team’s victory over England, sold for $80,600 at Leonard Joel today. Max Williamson, Head of Sporting Memorabilia at Leonard Joel said, ‘The Ashes Urn is the pinnacle for any Cricketing Memorabilia collector and this particular urn, being one of only […]
September 6, 2017 / September 6, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
June 21, 2017 / August 7, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
Leonard Joel is honoured to announce its appointment by the executors to manage this historic single-owner collection. Some 600+ items representing James Fairfax’s collecting passions and travels will be offered in a full colour catalogue and auction event in Sydney in early September 2017. The catalogue will be titled “The Philanthropist and Connoisseur – The […]
May 16, 2017 / May 24, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
Leonard Joel is pleased to offer at auction the Estate of Keith Clarke. Prior to this, the apartment will be sold at auction on Saturday 27 May at 12pm by Jellis Craig. The luxury of the spaces, enhanced by the natural asset of northern light, captures the attention from the very first step into this spectacular […]
May 1, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
Chiara Curcio, Associate Head of Classic Furniture, Objects & Collectables, could not believe what she was reading when Judith Durham sought her advice about her personal piano; the very piano where Judith penned and created ‘Australia Land of Today’. The Bechstein has been in Durham’s possession for some 45 years. She purchased the piano in […]
April 5, 2017 / April 5, 2017 by Blanka Nemeth
6 Night Inclusive Stay at Ocean Soul Retreat for 1 (one) – Women’s Bali Health Retreat valued at $3,695. The prize is fully transferable as retreat is exclusive to women and will be valid for any retreat in 2017 (subject to availability). Ocean Soul Retreat is nestled in Seminyak, on a beautiful exclusive sanctuary that […]
October 4, 2016 / October 14, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
1 LIN ONUS (1948-1996) Green and Red Pattern with Frog Pattern 1994 screenprint, ed.1/1 bears Lin Onus Estate stamp lower right. 50 x 75cm (image); 70 x 100cm (paper) PROVENANCE: This is a collaborative print by Lin Onus and his printer, Shaike Snir OTHER NOTES: In 1994 while printing “Gumiring Garkman” Lin Onus realised the […]
September 9, 2016 / September 9, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
ARTHUR BOYD (1920-1999), Shoalhaven Landscape, Sold for $74,400 IBP > ARTHUR STREETON (1867-1943), Hollyhocks, Sold for $27,280 IBP > DAVID LARWILL (1956-2011), Beast Master No.2, Sold for $24,800 IBP > TIM STORRIER (born 1949), The Australian Studio 1979, Sold for $42,160 IBP > JOHN MACLAUCHLAN MILNE (British, 1885-1957), High Corrie, Arran, $29,760 IBP > HUGH SAWREY (1923-1999), Bound for Dalgetys, Sold […]
August 29, 2016 / September 2, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
View the catalogue > Ron, Paul Little and Leonard Joel are delighted to announce that the entire Ron Barassi Collection, scheduled for public auction on September 4th, has been purchased in its entirety by Paul Little for the purpose of preserving the collection for the football fans of Australia. Paul Little AO: “Ron is a great […]
July 7, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
AN ORNATE CAST IRON GARDEN BENCH WITH LILY OF THE VALLEY DETAILING $4880 IBP AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY COPPER ‘INGRAMS’ MELBOURNE DOUBLE DIAL CLOCK $2440 IBP A 1960’S DANISH STYLE TEAK BUFFET $915 IBP A LOUIS XV STYLE KINGWOOD THREE DRAWER COMMODE $1830 IBP A RARE 19TH CENTURY AUSTRALIAN CEDAR SECRETAIRE BOOKCASE $854 IBP A […]
June 24, 2016 / June 24, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
Lot 89 > “The geometry and structure of this bracelet is timeless.” Lot 107 > “Yes, you can wear this necklace more than once a year.” Lot 175 > “These sleek, period timepieces are just such a good buy.” Lot 221 > “Cute was not invented yesterday!” Lot 237 > “The complexity and craftsmanship of this […]
June 9, 2016 / June 14, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
CHARLES BLACKMAN (born 1928) Night Flowers c.1964 Sold for $76,860 IBP CHEONG SOO PIENG (Singaporean, 1917-1983) Figure 1969 Sold for $73,200 IBP DORRIT BLACK (1891-1951) Air Travel 4: Over the Mountains 1947- 49 Sold for $28,060 IBP ALBERT NAMATJIRA (1902-1959) Australian Landscape Sold for $26,840 IBP CLARICE BECKETT (1887-1935) Over the Roofs c. 1931 Sold […]
May 5, 2016 / May 5, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
In and of itself a desirable piece, given the current demand for Crichton’s ‘zoomorphic’ creations, this example is lent an extra significance through its presentation inscription, stating that it was a gift from the Frankston Bowling Club to Major General Harold William Grimwade in 1937 (lot 251). Its collectable appeal aside, if nothing else, the […]
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April 22, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
Leonard Joel invites you to preview the upcoming thematic auction, The Silk Road. Auction | Thursday 28 April 10am Viewing | 25-26 April 9am-5pm, 27 April 9am-8pm Enquiries | Ryan Parle |03 8825 5632 | email
March 30, 2016 / September 2, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth | 1 Comment on Everything You Need to Know: The Ron Barassi Collection
“I have enjoyed the journey behind the awards, the mementos, the historic pieces, the souvenirs and curiosities. I think now is a good time to share these treasures with the collecting community. I hope that in the caring hands of public institutions (sporting museums, libraries) and private collectors these items will bring pleasure to […]
March 30, 2016 / March 30, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
There will be no Interiors & Jewellery viewing or auction this Wednesday and Thursday, due to the short intake period resulting from the long weekend. However, this means that we are accepting consignments throughout this week and on Monday in preparation for the Thursday 7 April auction. If you would like to make an appointment to consign […]
March 23, 2016 / April 27, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
LECTURE EVENT Wednesday 27 April at 6pm, refreshments provided Dr Juliette Peers will be presenting a talk on the collection with a focus on early South Australian art. Foremost a lectuerer, Dr Peers has also curated and written catalogue essays for 44 events in Australian public galleries. Whilst auction houses regularly point to the exceptional […]
March 14, 2016 / March 16, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
Thus Leonard Joel, in conjunction with febfast, will be offering this holiday for public online auction with ALL proceeds being donated back to febfast. The retreat was donated by Natural Instinct Healing, a febfast partner. They provide retreats and cleanses in Bali and Australia and this year have donated a 10-night stay for 2 at […]
February 16, 2016 by Blanka Nemeth
Anne Hall, like Joy Hester, had the misfortune to be married to one of the leading Figurative Expressionists in the history of Australian Art. Hall married John Perceval in 1972 and Hester, Albert Tucker in 1941. Like Hester, Hall was swept up in the steamy John and Sunday Reed circle out at Heide. Arthur Boyd […]
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