The Art and Passion of Collecting Japanese Woodblock Prints
The Art and Passion of Collecting Japanese Woodblock Prints
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On the latest episode of the Auction Waves Podcast, we interview a distinguished expert on the art and passion of collecting Japanese woodblock prints. Guest David Kutcher of Moonlit Sea Prints in Easthampton, Massachusetts joins Elizabeth McLeod for a lively discussion of the history and the appreciation of these delicate and intriguing works, including a detailed analysis of the works of Kawase Hasui, one of whose notable prints appears in our May 2nd Japanese Art and Antiques Auction.
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The podcast focuses on fine art collecting, auction insights, and historical significance of artifacts with episodes covering topics such as the history of Japanese woodblock prints, specific artists like Kawase Hasui, and the dynamics of art valuation.
“Auction Waves” takes you beyond the auction catalog for an up-close look at the antique and the classic, the rare and the beautiful, the eclectic and the unique. Host Elizabeth McLeod brings you enlightening and entertaining conversations with experts and authorities from the worlds of art, history, culture, style, and technology to bring you the inside story on distinctive items from our galleries.
Elizabeth McLeod and Thomaston Place Auction Galleries jewelry specialist Sylvia Li sit down for a fun and educational review of Sylvia's top five picks in our upcoming Jewelry Auction: The Unreserved Collection and ourDecember 5th sale. From a field guide to spotting Tiffany in the wild to the many shades of aquamarine, it's two gals sitting around talking gems!
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries is pleased to present “Jewelry Auction: The Unreserved Collection,” an extraordinary specialty sale featuring 421 pieces of fine jewelry, timepieces, gemstones, and precious-metals—each offered entirely without reserve. As the holiday season approaches, this event provides an unparalleled opportunity for collectors and gift-givers to acquire meaningful, heirloom-quality pieces at remarkable, bidder-driven prices.
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