Celebrate New Year’s Eve bidding on big colorful gemstones

From certified emeralds to glowing sapphires, tourmalines and rubies, a diverse loose gemstones auction presented by Jasper52 showcases a variety of cuts, stones and a and kaleidoscope of colors. The 486-lot online auction will take place Tuesday, Dec. 31, beginning at 11 a.m. Eastern time.

GIA certified step-cut aquamarine, 36.48 carats, 21.91 x 18.27 x 12.56 mm, very minor inclusions visible under 10x magnification. Estimate: $17,000-$20,000. Jasper52 image

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Jasper52 auction delves into midcentury modern Dec. 31

A Jasper52 online auction on Tuesday, Dec. 31, will present fine items that embody the sleek mid-century modern style, a design era that produced some of the most desirable decorative items in the market today. Clean lines, organic contours, and stylish functionality are all offered in this specially curated sale.

Pair of etched glass Waterfall Tables by Angelo Cortesi for FIAM of Italy, 1970s, larger table is 18 x 18 x 16½in. Estimate: $2,000-$2,500. Jasper52 image

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Large Burmese Buddha graces Asian art auction Dec. 26

Jasper52 will conduct a finely curated Asian antiques and antiquities auction on Thursday, Dec. 26, bringing together ancient Chinese artifacts, impressive Buddha statues and much more, creating a comprehensive representation of the Far East tradition.

Shan Buddha, Burma,18th century, wood with lacquer, 24in with mount. Estimate: $3,500-$4,000. Jasper52 image

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Jasper52 to host no-reserve Royal Doulton auction, Dec. 22

Lovers of Royal Doulton pottery have the opportunity to add to their collections when Jasper52 will conduct a huge no-reserve auction of the popular English pottery on Sunday, Dec. 22. This sale features figurines from one of the most universally recognized and beloved figurine makers. Several of the figurines offered are discontinued or retired models.

Royal Doulton Jan Van Riebeeck Loving Cup, introduced 1935. Estimate: $600-$700. Jasper52 image

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Thornton Dial watercolors noted in online auction Dec. 19

Three watercolor paintings by African American artist Thornton Dial are among the highlights of a 500-lot auction of Americana, folk art and outsider art that will be conducted by Jasper52 on Thursday, Dec. 19. Handcrafted tramp art boxes, vintage signage, baskets and quilts are just a few of the added attractions in this expansive sale.

Thornton Dial (1928-2016), ‘Lady Holds the Long Neck Bird,’ watercolor, charcoal and pencil on rag paper, 1991, 30 x 22 in. Estimate: $6,000-$7,000. Jasper52 image

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Jasper52 to offer Viking and ancient jewelry Dec. 17

Nearly 100 pieces of Viking, ancient and medieval jewelry will be offered in a Jasper52 auction on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Rings, pendants and amulets, most of which have been restored for contemporary wear, are presented in this online auction.

Viking votive ax pendant, circa 900-1000, 1½in tall. Estimate: $750-$900. Jasper52 image

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Jasper52 online auction Dec. 11 adorned with religious icons

More than 300 religious icons are offered in a Jasper52 auction on Wednesday, Dec. 11. Painted images of the Holy Trinity and all the saints in heaven, along with a few three-dimensional objects, are included in this online auction.

Silver oklad Russian icon of Christ hand-painted on a wood panel, dated 1886, 8 3/3 x 7in (22 x 18cm), case measures 12½x 11in (32 x 28cm). Estimate: $1,500-$2,000. Jasper52 image

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Signed Andy Warhol 1st edition offered in rare book auction Dec. 11

Jasper52 will host a rare book auction of nearly 150 lots on Wednesday, Dec. 11. The auction includes leather-bound books, sets, fine bindings and treasures in every price range. Featured is a signed copy of The Philosophy of Andy Warhol from A to B & Back Again by Andy Warhol.

‘The Philosophy of Andy Warhol From A to B & Back Again,’ 1975, hardcover, inscribed by Andy Warhol to Nicci (Nicola), wife of Kenneth Jay Lane, first edition. Estimate: $900-$1,100. Jasper52 image

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Designer furniture stands out in online auction Dec. 7

An eclectic mixture of paintings, sculpture, lighting, furniture and decorative items will be offered in a Jasper52 online auction on Saturday, Dec. 7. Featured are Ludwig Mies van der Rohe chairs, a Michel Ducaroy sofa and a monumental André Hofer painting.

Set of four Mies van der Rohe, Knoll Brno chairs in white leather on a stainless steel flat-bar frame, circa 2000. Estimate: $3,000-$3,500. Jasper52 image

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Jasper52 plans exclusive Hermes auction Dec. 4

Jasper52 will host an auction of Hermes Holiday Fashion on Wednesday, Dec. 4. This all-Hermes auction offers beautiful and affordable accessories for everyone.

The 254-lot auction opens with a rare Hermes Picotin Lock 22cm Bleu Blue Indigo handbag featured in matte Porosus crocodile (below). New or never worn, this versatile bag comes with its lock and keys, sleeper and signature Hermes box (estimate $36,000-$43,000).

Hermes Picotin Lock 22cm Bleu Blue Indigo handbag in matte Porosus crocodile. Estimate: $36,000-$43,000. Jasper52 image

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