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Follow on Google News | Asian Art, the Engravings of Karl Bodmer and Diverse Estate Jewelry at Michaan's in MarchA good snuff bottle collection is a survey of Chinese art, in miniature. The inside- painted snuff bottles ($400-$600 for the lot of three in the March auction) feature the delicate brushstrokes of traditional Chinese painting in an art form that never fails to fascinate. The pair of overlay glass snuff bottles ($600-$800) features the carved glass technique perfected by Chinese artisans after centuries of carving jade. And the glazed snuff bottle ($300-$400) is robin's egg blue, a favored hue among collectors of Chinese porcelain. Is there any animal more universally beloved than the elephant? Revered by many cultures and cherished by even more, the elephant is an important motif in the decorative arts and interior design. March brings to Michaan's a handcrafted bronze Asian elephant estimated at $1,000-$1,500, with polychrome decoration and a lovely patina. The works of master printmaker Hiroshige (1797-1858) are fundamental to any collection of Japanese woodblock prints. Hiroshige's reputation was already well established in his day, and later in the 19th century his works were discovered and even copied by the European Impressionists including Van Gogh. A collection of eleven Hiroshige woodblock prints ($1,800-$2,000) The art of Karl Bodmer (1809-1893) is presented in March by Fine Art specialist Susan Paffrath, who offers ten lots of Bodmer's hand-colored engravings. "The value of Bodmer's work is recognized by historians as well as art collectors," "Milestone Mountain" ($3,000-$5,000) Brilliant color and lushness can also be found in Michaan's March fine jewelry. A stunning floral enameled jewelry suite features diamonds, ruby cabochons and cultured pearls set in 22k gold. The large Mughal-style suite by a contemporary Indian designer is estimated at $30,000-$50,000. Also offered is a beautiful jadeite jade bangle bracelet ($4,000-$6,000) A standout in March is the custom diamond ring designed as a comet, with a trail of diamonds following from the brilliant-cut center stone of over one carat ($2,000-$3,000) Estate furniture highlights include the McGuire bamboo form dining table and eight chairs, a great find at $1,000-$1,500. Luxury items in this auction include a Fendi fur and a Daum pitcher. For the complete monthly auction calendar and details, visit https://www.michaans.com for details. End
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