Auction of a Lifetime Showcases Global Collection Valentine’s Week

HOUSTON, Texas -- Gallery Auctions, Inc., is pleased to announce a grand auction open to the public on Saturday, February 16, 2019, showcasing the lifetime collection from Harrison’s Fine Antiques & Art. “This is a true collector’s opportunity to bid on thousands of items including 19th century Asian furniture, marine antiques and scientific instruments, Chinese and Japanese porcelains, vintage pair of bronze Foo dogs, and a Hollenberg Orchestrion,” said Gallery Auctions owner and auctioneer Vikki Vines.

Expect a full house of buyers with fast and furious bidding led by veteran auctioneer Vines who promises appetizers, a bar, and plenty of parking. “For first picks, come for the preview days. It’s an extraordinary opportunity to buy rare and unique pieces at auction prices,” she said.

Among the 18th and 19th century European and American furniture will be a three-piece bedroom suite in walnut; a 19th century bronze table top vitrine with Sevres plaques; a 35-inch-tall gilded French clock, and American pop art including a signed George Rodrigue (Blue Dog). Mark Harrison, founder of Harrison’s Fine Antiques & Art, is well known for his large and exclusive collection of fine antique furniture, art, and premium collectibles. (See additional notable auction items below.)

“Everyone is welcome,” says Vines. “Our auction house is a great adventure for people who care about the ambiance of their home or office.” The preview takes place Thursday and Friday, February 14-15, 9 AM-4 PM. Absentee and phone bidding are accepted but there will be no online bidding. Email or call early for condition reports and place all absentee bids by 4 PM Friday, February 14. The Auction of a Lifetime is Saturday, February 16th at 9 AM, 13310 Luthe Rd. in Houston, (281) 931.0100.

NOTABLE AUCTION ITEMS

Swiss Music Box: large, late 19th century 10-air cylinder music box with bells and drums with walnut and ebonized case, 33-inch length.
Antique Meiji period cloisonné censer: large and elaborate supported on three legs, with serpent handles and dragon head lid finial, 31-inches tall.
Antique Chinese Famille Verte Porceline Baluster vase circa 1860's: features a pastoral greeting scene, a courtyard presentation, a court presence, a nobleman office; each with a signed calligraphed explanation, 18-inches high.
French Bronze Ormolu Hexagonal Table Vitrine featuring Six Hand painted Serves Plaques, three glass shelves and lighted interior.
Extensive French Studio Dry Plate Camera with Plates and Lens: 960-CARN circa 1890, 6 ft. tall.
CARL AKINS Custom Dining/Conference Table: Handcrafted walnut and pecan parquetry inlaid and burl oak cross banded table late 20th century. Rectangular fixed top with hand planed walnut and pecan inlaid parquetry within a burl oak cross banding, raised on twin supports of three splayed legs, joined by a circular stretcher, signed “Carl Akins.” Seats fourteen comfortably. H: 30″, W: 155 ½”, D: 48 ½” Provenance: Property from the Collection of Linor Smith, daughter-in-law of Sue and Lester Smith, Houston.