The Sporting Artwork Public sale, a distinguished partnership between Cross Gate Gallery of Lexington and Keeneland, concluded its twelfth version by attaining whole gross sales of $2,553,126. The public sale was headlined by the sale of LeRoy Neiman’s “To the Wire,” a signed oil on board which introduced an auction-record worth of $334,875.
Held at Keeneland’s Gross sales Pavilion Nov. 15, the occasion drew collectors from seven international locations who participated each in individual and remotely. Spanning sporting artwork, American work, and sculpture, 75% of the 203 items supplied had been bought.
“We’re thrilled with the results of this yr’s Sporting Artwork Public sale,” stated Catherine Ladd Kenneally of Cross Gate Gallery. “The worldwide participation by means of the web platforms was unbelievable and actually a primary for us. Because the Sporting Artwork Public sale continues to flourish, we’re grateful for our partnership with Keeneland and the neighborhood’s continued help.”
Along with the record-breaking “To the Wire,” six different works by LeRoy Neiman drew robust curiosity, together with “Sax Man,” an oil on board that bought for $146,875. Equally fascinating had been the works of Polish-American artist Andre Pater. His oil on canvas “When Bargaining Will get Tight” realized $105,750, whereas “To the Winner’s Circle,” one other oil on canvas, introduced $99,875. Pater’s pastel piece, “Two Younger Hounds,” additional impressed with a last worth of $64,625.
“The power at this yr’s Sporting Artwork Public sale was palpable,” stated Keeneland president and CEO Shannon Arvin. “It was thrilling to see so many artwork lovers and collectors collect in our pavilion, sharing their enthusiasm and fervour. This public sale holds a particular place on our fall calendar, and we’re thrilled to see its attain and participation develop annually.”
Keeneland continues its dedication to philanthropy, with its share of public sale proceeds going to help non-profit initiatives.
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This press launch has been edited for content material and elegance by BloodHorse Workers.