This auction presents an extensive collection of fine art spanning various mediums, time periods, and genres. The majority of pieces are unsigned oil, acrylic, and watercolor still life, landscape, and portrait paintings. There is also an array of prints and lithographs including works by renowned artists such as Emile Gruppe, founder of the Gloucester School of painting, Maxfield Parrish, known for his distinct saturated hues and whimsical scenes, and Albert Rosenthal, famous for realist portraiture.

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The fine art category contains over 200 lots featuring pastoral Impressionist landscapes, vibrant floral arrangements, classic equestrian hunt scenes reminiscent of 19th century sporting art, somber charcoal figure studies, and vivid abstract compositions. Mediums represented include oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, charcoal, pencil, linocut, woodblock, etching, lithograph, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media. Schools of art include Russian, French, Japanese, Chinese, German, and American ranging from the 1700s Rococo style to mid 20th century Modernism. Subject matters vary widely from traditional still life and portraiture to contemporary city scenes and combat art.

Some standouts include an atmospheric nocturnal seascape delicately rendered in oil on board, a luminous pastel floral signed by a listed Pennsylvania artist, and two striking mixed media abstract works. This sale presents collectors, decorators, and art enthusiasts a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional variety of fine art showcasing multiple artistic styles and techniques from the 18th century through present day.

Bid Online at alderferauction.com now through Tuesday, February 13th. This auction will begin closing at 8:00 PM at a rate of 5 lots per minute.

Preview: In Doylestown, Friday, February 9th from 10AM-12PM. Please call 215-393-3000 to get preview address. 

Pick Up Day By Appointment Only:

• Thursday, February 15th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Friday, February 16th 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Successful bidders will receive the full pick up address with their invoice and instructions on how to schedule a pick up appointment.

NOTE: If you are unable to make the scheduled pick-up days and would like to inquire about our transport service, please call 215-393-3000 or email transport@alderferauction.com prior to the auction close.
For an additional fee, Alderfer Auction may be able to transport your items back to the auction center in Hatfield, PA for you to pick-up within 5 business days. Additional fees will be applied to your invoice for this service. Some items may not qualify for our transport services.