Abell Auction Co. Presents an Exceptional Collection of Fine Art, Jewelry, Antiques and Design on March 15 and 16 in Los Angeles

An exquisite selection of estate jewelry and fine art take center stage, along with rare treasures from the collection of internationally renowned designer George Doan

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Abell Auction Co. is proud to present an important two-day fine art, jewelry, antiques and design auction on March 15 and 16 in Los Angeles. Collectors and connoisseurs will find a curated selection of over 70 lots of exquisite estate jewelry, featuring a breathtaking 10.22 carat diamond ring (estimated $200,000-$300,000) and masterfully crafted pieces by Bulgari, David Webb and other world-renowned designers. Live online bidding begins at 10 a.m. PDT each day.

This highly anticipated sale also spotlights the prestigious personal collection of acclaimed designer George Doan, offering exceptional 18^th and 19^th century French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese furniture and antiques. Doan, a visionary in design, was celebrated for his work with celebrities, business magnates and political leaders worldwide. He transformed a historic Pennsylvania firehouse into an architectural gem and designed interiors for James Biddle, former president of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Fine jewelry highlights include a 10.22 ct. diamond ring; Bulgari 18 karat yellow gold, gem-set diamond necklace; white gold and diamond riviere necklace; 18 karat yellow gold, multi-colored sapphire necklace; platinum, yellow gold, diamond and sapphire ring; yellow gold, emerald and diamond choker; David Webb 18 karat yellow gold ruby and diamond earrings; David Webb 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, turquoise, sapphire and diamond flower brooch; Corum 18 karat yellow gold coin watch; Jaeger-LeCoultre 18 karat yellow gold Reverso moon phase leather watch; Henry Dunay 18 karat yellow gold woven collar necklace; and other elegant pieces that will appeal to discerning buyers.

George Doan collection highlights include a pair of Portuguese carved wood, gesso and polychrome angels; Regency chinoiserie commode; Italian rococo painted table; set of four Maison Jansen Curule form stools; Portuguese Rococo console table; Italian and French bergères and fauteuils; and other items personally curated by Doan during his European travels.

Fine art highlights include works signed or attributed to Louis Ritman, David Hockney, Alexander Calder, Charles (Chuck) Arnoldi, Billy Al Bengston, Pablo Picasso, Robert Motherwell, Sam Francis and Sigmund Joseph Menkes, and much more.

Furniture and décor highlights include a pair of Iberian Rococo gilt and red-lacquered armchairs; Italian walnut and marquetry commode; Paul McCobb dining suite; pair of Paul Ferrante Neoclassical-style gueridons; Oushak carpets; collection of Colonial Latin American santo figures; pair of Florentine giltwood and metal sconces; early Persian Islamic silver-inlaid high-tin bronze goblet and pouring vessel; Reed and Barton Francis I sterling flatware service; Australian Philharmonic gold coins; Gene Moore for Tiffany and Co. sterling and enamel circus figures; Salvador Dali bronze Venus spatiale and other unique items.

Interested buyers are invited to register in advance and explore auction items at www.abell.com. A special preview exhibition will be held from March 10-14, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Abell Auction Co.’s gallery located at 6620 Telegraph Road in 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. For inquiries or to speak with an auctioneer, please call 310.858.3073.