The Timeless Appeal of Franklin Mint Sterling Silver Sculptors Studio Medals
Known for its artistry, craftsmanship, and limited-edition releases, Franklin Mint’s silver sets continue to captivate audiences decades after their creation. Among their most celebrated creations, the Sterling Silver Sculptors Studio Medals stand as a testament to the enduring allure of silver artistry.
If you’re a seasoned collector or a dealer looking to enrich your inventory, this extraordinary set offers both historical significance and investment potential. Here’s why the Sculptors Studio Medals are a must-have for any serious collection.
Celebrating Alderfer Auction’s Partnership with the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association
Alderfer Auction takes immense pride in its longstanding and distinguished relationship with the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association (PAA). This partnership reflects our shared commitment to professionalism, education, and maintaining the highest standards within the auction industry. Over the years, our team members’ contributions and accolades have cemented Alderfer Auction as a leader in the field, recognized for both individual excellence and collective achievements.
The Paul Seel Legacy: A Masterpiece Within the George Butler Jr. Collection
For serious mineral collectors and dealers, certain names transcend mere recognition to become synonymous with excellence in the field. Paul Seel stands among these titans, his micromounting expertise having helped shape modern mineralogy. Today, we're privileged to present an extraordinary opportunity: selections from Seel's legendary collection, preserved within the George Butler Jr. assemblage.
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by Alderfer Auction NOVEMBER 18th, 2024 Alderfer Auction Presents December 12th Fine and Decorative Arts Auction Featuring Edward Redfield's Masterpiece "Brookville"
The Life and Legacy of Mel Stark
Being in the auction business offers the unique privilege of sharing people's stories through their collections and art. At Alderfer Auction, we are especially proud to tell the story of Mel Stark (1903- 1987), a highly influential landscape artist whose contributions to the appreciation and preservation of art continue to resonate.
Capturing Winter’s Breath: The Enduring Legacy of Edward Redfield
Imagine standing knee-deep in freshly fallen snow, the biting wind whipping around you, as you bring a canvas to life with swift, deliberate strokes. This was a typical day for Edward Redfield, the pioneering American Impressionist who transformed the snowy landscapes of Bucks County into vivid panoramas of light and color. As we approach our December 12th Fine and Decorative Arts Auction at AlderferAuction.com, we are thrilled to spotlight Redfield's masterpiece "Brookville", a rare and exquisite painting that presents a unique acquisition opportunity for both seasoned collectors and institutions alike.