Collecting Across Centuries: Warhol, Washington, and Wizard of Oz Memorabilia

Mar 10,2026 | 13:00 EDT By Casey Gresham

Collecting Across Centuries: Warhol, Washington, and Wizard of Oz Memorabilia

Collectors looking for an eclectic mix of historical memorabilia, pop culture icons, and investment-grade collectibles will find plenty to explore in Kristen Leigh Auctions Limited’s “Signatures of Historical Figures – Auction 2,” taking place March 27, 2026 on Bidsquare. The sale spans several collecting categories, from presidential relics and vintage sports cards to Hollywood memorabilia and works by leading Pop Art figures. With material ranging from the 18th century through the modern era, the auction reflects how collectors increasingly seek items that connect culture, history, and visual art. Below are several standout lots worth watching. Featured Auction Highlights Andy Warhol lithograph, "John Wayne", Printers proof of 15 One of the most notable artworks in the sale is a printer’s proof lithograph by Andy Warhol depicting the lege...Read More

Artist Spotlight: Dieter Roth

Mar 07,2026 | 08:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Artist Spotlight: Dieter Roth

Few postwar artists blurred the boundaries between media as radically, or as playfully, as Dieter Roth. Born in 1930 in Hanover, Germany, and later working between Iceland, Switzerland, and Germany, Roth built a practice that defied categorization. Associated with the Fluxus movement but never confined by it, he worked across printmaking, sculpture, artist’s books, drawing, collage, and even edible materials like chocolate and cheese. Roth’s art is at once irreverent and deeply intellectual. He embraced process, decay, repetition, and chance, often allowing materials to deteriorate as part of the work itself. Yet alongside his more conceptual and sculptural experiments, works on paper remained central to his practice. These intimate compositions, layered, gestural, and richly textured, offer collectors a direct encounter with his restless, ...Read More

Timeless Adjustments: Four Exceptional Watches to Mark Daylight Saving Time

Mar 06,2026 | 12:55 EST By Casey Gresham

Timeless Adjustments: Four Exceptional Watches to Mark Daylight Saving Time

Twice a year, we adjust our clocks. But true watch collectors know that timepieces are more than tools for tracking hours, they are statements of craftsmanship, engineering, and legacy. As Daylight Saving Time approaches, it’s the perfect moment to spotlight four extraordinary watches currently offered on Bidsquare. Whether you’re setting your clocks forward or back, these pieces ensure you do it in style. Rolex 326235 Sky-Dweller 18K Rose Gold Chocolate Dial Oysterflex Bracelet Box and Papers 2023 For collectors who cross time zones as often as they cross city lines, the Rolex Sky-Dweller was designed with global living in mind. This 2023 example in 18K rose gold features a rich chocolate dial and black Oysterflex bracelet, pairing technical sophistication with contemporary luxury.  With a 42mm case and automatic movement, the Sky-Dweller ...Read More

Mapping the World: Five Standout Treasures in an Upcoming Antique Map Auction

Feb 27,2026 | 16:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Mapping the World: Five Standout Treasures in an Upcoming Antique Map Auction

For collectors, antique maps offer far more than geography. They reveal how earlier generations understood the world, politically, scientifically, imaginatively, and even emotionally. The upcoming Antique Maps, Charts, Atlases, Engravings, Historical Documents & Books auction from Old World Auctions on March 11, 2026 brings together a compelling selection of cartographic works spanning centuries and styles. Below are five highlights that showcase the diversity and artistry of early mapmaking. Featured Auction Highlights:  Florence, Italy - Wit - Florentia Pulcherrima Etruriae Civitas Estimated at $2,400–$3,000, this elegant plan of Florence by Frederik de Wit exemplifies the precision and grandeur of 17th-century Dutch engraving. Florence is presented in crisp detail, its walls, churches, palaces, and the meandering Arno River meticulously ...Read More

Winter Americana at Auction: Carved Carousel Horses Take Center Stage

Feb 26,2026 | 11:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Winter Americana at Auction: Carved Carousel Horses Take Center Stage

Few objects capture the romance of America’s golden age of amusement parks quite like a carved wooden carousel horse. With flowing manes, prancing stances, and hand-painted trappings, these figures blur the line between functional ride and sculptural folk art. For collectors of Americana, folk art enthusiasts, and designers seeking statement pieces, the opportunity to acquire museum-worthy examples of classic carousel carving is always significant. That opportunity arrives in the March 6, 2026 Winter Americana. Day Three sale presented by Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates, where several exceptional carved and painted wooden carousel horses take center stage. Carousel horses occupy a distinctive place in American decorative arts. Created primarily between the late 19th and early 20th centuries for traveling carnivals and permanent amusement park...Read More

Sculptural Statements for Outdoor Living Auction

Feb 25,2026 | 09:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Sculptural Statements for Outdoor Living Auction

As winter lingers and we find ourselves dreaming of longer days, it’s the perfect moment to start envisioning how we’ll refresh our outdoor spaces for spring. Patios, gardens, terraces, and poolside areas are no longer afterthoughts, they’re extensions of our homes, designed with as much intention as any interior room. The upcoming Modern Design for Outdoor Living auction from Billings on March 1, offers a curated selection of sculptural seating, statement tables, and conversation-starting works that blur the line between art and design. Whether you’re planning a full garden redesign or simply looking for one transformative piece, these highlights invite you to think boldly about outdoor living. Sculptural Impact: Robert Livingston Moore Few elements elevate a garden like a thoughtfully placed sculpture. The abstract garden sculpture by Rob...Read More

Minimalism, Legacy, and the 90s Revival

Feb 20,2026 | 14:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Minimalism, Legacy, and the 90s Revival

In the pantheon of late 20th-century style, few figures remain as enduring, or as studied, as Carolyn Bessette Kennedy. At a moment when fashion was often defined by excess, she distilled her wardrobe to its most essential elements: impeccable tailoring, a disciplined neutral palette, and silhouettes that felt at once modern and timeless. Her aesthetic, quiet, deliberate, and unmistakably New York, helped define 1990s minimalism and continues to influence designers, stylists, and collectors today. That legacy now takes center stage in Exceptional Fashion: including items from the wardrobe of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, presented by The Fashion Auctioneer. The sale represents the most comprehensive collection assembled to date dedicated to her iconic style. At its core are four historically significant pieces from Carolyn’s personal wardrobe, ...Read More

Island Light: Celebrating Nantucket Artists at Auction

Feb 19,2026 | 17:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Island Light: Celebrating Nantucket Artists at Auction

Nantucket has long been a magnet for artists drawn to its shifting light, weathered architecture, and deep maritime history. From early 20th-century painters who captured the island’s working harbor to contemporary artists reinterpreting its coastline today, Nantucket continues to inspire a rich and evolving artistic legacy. In Osona Auctions’ upcoming sale on Bidsquare, collectors have the opportunity to acquire works by four artists closely tied to the island’s creative story: Polly Bushong, Joan Albaugh, Lucien van Vyve, and Meghan C. Weeks. Each painting offers a distinct lens on Nantucket, its charm, its atmosphere, and its enduring sense of place. Featured Auction Highlights:  Polly Bushong Oil on Panel "A Day at the Circus" Polly Bushong was an active presence in Nantucket’s art community during the 1950s and 1960s, and her work refl...Read More

Gold, Silver & History: Five Standout Lots from Mebane’s U.S. Numismatic Auction

Feb 18,2026 | 12:00 EST By Casey Gresham

Gold, Silver & History: Five Standout Lots from Mebane’s U.S. Numismatic Auction

Collectors know that coins and currency are more than metal and paper, they are miniature works of art, economic artifacts, and tangible pieces of American history. On February 28, 2026, Mebane Antique Auction Gallery presents the U.S. Numismatic Gold Silver Coin Currency Bullion Auction on Bidsquare, featuring key-date rarities, pristine modern issues, Southern mint gold, and historic Federal Reserve notes. Whether you collect for investment, history, or the thrill of the hunt, these five lots represent a compelling cross-section of the sale. Featured Auction Estimates:  1895-O Barber Dime PCGS Key Date Coin The 1895-O is widely regarded as a better date within the Barber Dime series, particularly challenging in stronger grades. Struck at the New Orleans Mint, examples with solid detail and original surfaces continue to see steady demand f...Read More

A Brief History of Paper Dolls (and Why We Still Love Them)

Feb 13,2026 | 08:00 EST By Casey Gresham

A Brief History of Paper Dolls (and Why We Still Love Them)

Paper dolls are one of those objects that feel instantly familiar. Almost everyone remembers cutting carefully around tiny ankles, trying not to lose a single tab, and arranging outfits just so. But behind that childhood nostalgia is a surprisingly rich history; one that stretches across centuries, countries, and cultural shifts. The earliest paper dolls appeared in Europe in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, long before they were considered toys. At the time, fashion plates were the primary way styles circulated beyond royal courts and elite salons. Paper dolls grew out of this tradition, offering an interactive way to engage with current dress. Many early examples were sold uncut and hand-colored, intended for careful assembly at home. They weren’t meant to be disposable; they were meant to be studied, admired, and preserved. In Eng...Read More