Abell Auction Co. Presents Fine Art, Jewelry, Antiques and Design on June 8-9

The highly anticipated online sale will feature exceptional items across traditional collecting categories and a stunning array of Mid-Century Modern furnishings and décor

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Abell Auction Co. presents an important fine art, jewelry, antiques and design auction on June 8-9 promising to captivate a global audience of collectors, designers and art connoisseurs. Live bidding for the highly anticipated online sale, showcasing over 800 lots, starts at 9 a.m. PST each day.

At the heart of the auction is a curated collection of South American Mid-Century Modern treasures sourced from Adesso Imports, nestled on La Brea Avenue in Los Angeles. This exquisite selection transports patrons to an era of sleek sophistication and timeless design, and offers a unique opportunity to acquire pieces that embody both aesthetics and functionality.

Items from the collection of American producer, writer and director Matthew Weiner, who is most well-known for creating the television series “Mad Men,” also will lead the auction. This includes personal furnishings and décor, as well as props from the set of the television series that helped shape a cultural phenomenon.

Adding to the allure is a meticulously curated assortment of antique and contemporary furniture from Rossi Antiques, a legendary establishment founded in 1983 by the visionary and Argentine immigrant Luis Rossi. Rooted in a rich heritage of Italian and Latin American craftsmanship, each piece reflects Rossi's commitment to excellence and enduring passion for old-world artistry. He also formed a collaboration with the renowned philanthropist and interior designer Ann Getty, with whom he curated exquisite interiors that seamlessly blend history with contemporary aesthetics. Rossi’s innovative spirit also inspired him to patent an automated expandable table, seamlessly merging functionality with design.

Art aficionados also can enjoy a mix of contemporary works from the esteemed Colorado offices of Larry Flynt, the iconic public figure who helmed the HUSTLER empire and worked tirelessly to expand the parameters of free speech in America. Plus, exceptional pieces by renowned artists such as John Baldessari, Tom Wesselmann, Robert Rauschenberg and the timeless master Norman Rockwell.

Complementing these coveted items is a treasure trove of vintage jewelry and watches; rare original works of art; fine furniture and décor; Chinese art, antiquities and décor; and other notable pieces.

For a glimpse into the treasures that await, please visit www.abell.com for a complete catalog. A gallery preview will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting on June 3 (6620 Telegraph Road, Los Angeles). Buyers may place absentee bids with Abell directly, bid via telephone or bid online at www.abell.com, LiveAuctioneers.com or Invaluable.com.

About Abell Auction Co.

In 1916, A.N. Abell established Abell Auction Co. as Los Angeles’ first permanent auction house that would serve generations of loyal clients to come. Abell has been entrusted with fine estates and collections for over a century, handling the treasured belongings of many high-profile clients and figures in Hollywood. Visit www.abell.com or call 323.724.8102.