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Grand Tour Estates: Jewelry, Fine Art, and More

Fri, May 1, 2026 12:00AM EDT
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Grand Tour Estate auction features a substantial collection of Henry Miller signed serigraphs and books alongside Victorian and English majolica, Chinese export famille rose and celadon porcelain, and Asian decorative arts. Jewelry includes tons of vintage costume brands, Cartier, lab-grown diamonds, sterling silver and 18K gold pieces. Designer fashion from Chanel, Balmain, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Emilio Pucci. Fostoria coin glass, brass candlesticks, Victorian curiosities, and additional estate finds round out the sale.
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Lot 542

‘Little Books on Art’ Three Volume Set (Burne-Jones, Sir Joshua Reynolds, Turner)

Estimate: $10 - $10,000
Starting Bid
$5

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$200 $10
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Three volume “Little Books on Art” set, published by Dodge Publishing Company, New York, early 20th century. Includes “Burne-Jones” by Fortunee de Lisle, “Sir Joshua Reynolds” by John Sime, and “Turner” by Frances Tyrrell-Gill. Uniform blue cloth bindings with gilt decorative borders and titles. Pages show light age toning, bindings exhibit shelf wear, rubbing to edges and spines, and soften corners. Please see photos for additional details. Dimensions: 4.75 x 6 x .75 inWeight: 1.8lbsShelf: 42A

Condition

All items show signs of wear consistent with age and use. The absence of specific condition notes does not imply the item is in perfect condition or free from defects. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.
Overall Dimensions
Height: 0.75 in
Width: 6.00 in
Depth: 4.75 in
Weight: 1.80 lbs

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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.