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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 #: 61
Sterling Silver, Mexico, Striking Eagle Finialed Small Silent Butler, Wooden HandleClosed$145.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 62
14k Yellow Gold Oval Monogram Cufflinks And 10k Yellow Gold Signet Ring, Size 10.25Closed$470.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 63
Herend Hand-painted Porcelain Frog PrinceClosed$150.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 64
An American 20th Century Flatware ServiceClosed$705.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 65
Tiffany & Co. 14k Pretty Vintage Ribbed Sapphire Set Double Heart Brooch, With BoxClosed$320.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 66
Original Black And White Photos Of Alexander Klemin, Harry Guggenheim And Charles LindberghClosed$37.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 67
Alexander Klemin Educational Airplane GaugeClosed$211.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 68
Lovely French Handpainted Brooch, Signed, Rope Motif FrameClosed$41.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 69
Vintage Persian Hamadan Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 67 1/2" L X 38" WClosed$100.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 70
20th Century Semi-Antique Terrestrial Globe On StandClosed$37.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 71
14k Yellow Gold Stunning Carved Rock Crystal Quartz, Jade And Diamond Double Flower BroochClosed$479.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 72
Wright Aeronautical Corporation Desk TrayClosed$131.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 73
Adorable Herend Handpainted Kitten On A CushionClosed$155.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 74
Platinum Vintage Round Diamond Ring, App. 0.48 CTS, Sides App. 0.04 TCW, Size 6Closed$310.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 75
Vintage Geometric Tribal Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 78 1/2" L X 56" WClosed$155.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 76
Antique Guilloche Enameled Silver CaseClosed$101.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 77
Andy Warhol Signed Fabulous Sterling Silver Chased Sitting Cat Brooch, Wire WhiskeredClosed$225.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 78
Antique Persian Sarouk Hand-Knotted 100% Wool Carpet, 58" L X 31" WClosed$184.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 79
Herend Hand-painted Porcelain Foliate Form Porcelain CreamerClosed$299.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 80
Collection Of Four Tabletop Items, Including A Sterling Inkwell And Tiffany FrameClosed$130.00 Winning Bid