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The Estate of Diana Klemin of Greenwich, CT @BRG-Greenwich
Sale closed on
Wednesday, October 23rd 2024 at 8:05 PM EST
Wednesday, October 23rd 2024 at 8:05 PM EST
BRG is pleased to offer this remarkable showcase featuring the estate of Diana Klemin, a distinguished figure in the world of literary art. This auction features a curated collection of fine art, jewelry, luxury goods, high-end collectibles, and elegant furniture — each reflecting Diana’s refined taste and her storied career. Rounding-out this fun sale is a collection of Alexander Klemin engineering prototype wind tunnel model airplanes.
This auction presents a unique opportunity to acquire pieces that reflect Diana’s discerning taste. All lots were carefully moved to BRG-Greenwich for convenient pick-up. Happy bidding!
ABOUT DIANA KLEMIN
Diana Klemin graduated from Vassar College in 1944. She furthered her studies at the Art Students League, the New School for Social Research, and the Museum of Modern Art. Klemin began her career at G. P. Putnam's Sons before moving to Doubleday & Company, Inc., where she worked as a book designer and was promoted to Art Director in 1953, a position she held until 1987. Klemin is recognized as a noteworthy Art Director by Marquis Who's Who.
Throughout her career, Klemin visited numerous museums and sorted through thousands of submissions from graphic artists to find illustrations and book jacket art. In the 1960s, she oversaw the illustration of a forty-eight-volume children’s classics series and directed the art for the “Best-in-Children’s Books” club, collaborating with notable artists, including Andy Warhol.
This auction presents a unique opportunity to acquire pieces that reflect Diana’s discerning taste. All lots were carefully moved to BRG-Greenwich for convenient pick-up. Happy bidding!
ABOUT DIANA KLEMIN
Diana Klemin graduated from Vassar College in 1944. She furthered her studies at the Art Students League, the New School for Social Research, and the Museum of Modern Art. Klemin began her career at G. P. Putnam's Sons before moving to Doubleday & Company, Inc., where she worked as a book designer and was promoted to Art Director in 1953, a position she held until 1987. Klemin is recognized as a noteworthy Art Director by Marquis Who's Who.
Throughout her career, Klemin visited numerous museums and sorted through thousands of submissions from graphic artists to find illustrations and book jacket art. In the 1960s, she oversaw the illustration of a forty-eight-volume children’s classics series and directed the art for the “Best-in-Children’s Books” club, collaborating with notable artists, including Andy Warhol.
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ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 41
Antique Caucasian Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 61" L X 41 1/2" WClosed$94.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 42
Antique Underwood TypewriterClosed$145.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 43
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Beautiful Vintage Leaf Motif Brooch, With BoxClosed$625.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 44
Adorable Herend Handpainted Porcelain CatClosed$146.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 45
Ethel Lucy Klemin (Greenwich, CT) Primitive American Painting, Yellow SaltboxClosed$190.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 46
14k Gold Beautiful Antique Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond And Cultured Pearl Set Crown BroochClosed$290.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 47
Collection Of Various Assorted Sterling And 800 Silver Flatware PiecesClosed$430.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 48
Vintage Heriz Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 141' L X 109" WClosed$660.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 49
Pair Of Two Gold US Half Eagle $5 Coins, One Is San FranciscoClosed$1,150.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 50
Two Lovely Japanese Sem-Antique Grand Tour Silver Cigarette CasesClosed$355.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 51
Pair Of Contemporary Reclining Lounge Chairs In Faux LeatherClosed$80.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 52
Original Black And White Photos Of Alexander Klemin With Sherman FairchildClosed$77.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 53
14k Gold Necklace And 9k Gold PendantClosed$205.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 54
20th Century Tribal Geometric Room Size Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 101" L X 65" WClosed$260.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 55
Adorable Herend Hand-painted Porcelain RabbitClosed$131.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 56
14k Yellow Gold Simple Link Charm Bracelet, With An Articulated Helicopter CharmClosed$375.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 57
Antique 84 Russian Silver Beautiful Scenic Oversized Niello Cigarette CaseClosed$365.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 58
Collection Of Alexander Klemin EphemeraClosed$67.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 59
18k Yellow Gold And Blue Enamel Antique Half Hunter Lever Set Pocket WatchClosed$1,575.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 60
Antique Persian Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 75" L X 53"Closed$94.00 Winning Bid