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Founded in 1916, Abell Auction Company is the premier West Coast auction house for fine art, antiques, jewelry, and 20th century design. Now in our fourth generation, Abell is committed to handling every transaction with absolute professionalism, efficiency, and transparency. We are uniquely situated in the nation's second largest market for fine and decorative art, allowing us to draw a constant influx of quality appointments from prominent West Coast estates. Our personable and knowledgeable staff can help with all questions. Please check our website as we update constantly www.abell.com
 
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Los Angeles, CA 90040
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Upcoming Auctions from Abell Auction

Alonso Cano (1601-1667): Holy Family with St. John the Baptist
A Pair of Baroque-Style Brass Repousse Altar SticksCircle of Giovanni Paolo Panini: Architectural Capriccio

The Estate of Francis and Marion Lederer

ABELL AUCTION CO. PRESENTS THE ESTATE OF LEGENDARY HOLLYWOOD LUMINARIES AND CIVIC ACTIVISTS FRANCIS AND MARION LEDERER ON MAY 16 The sale will offer an exquisite array of Spanish and Italian art and furnishings that once adorned the couples? monastery-mission style hacienda, now a Los Angeles historic-cultural monument (Los Angeles, Calif. ? May 7, 2024) ? Abell Auction Co. is rolling out the red carpet with treasures from the estate of debonair stage and screen actor Francis Lederer and his wife Marion Lederer on May 16. The online sale will showcase a coveted collection of Spanish and Italian art and furnishings, from the 14th to 19th centuries, that once adorned the couples? California mission-inspired residence. Live bidding will start at 10 a.m. PDT. Francis Lederer was a Czechoslovakian-born actor with a successful career in Europe and the U.S. He starred in motion picture productions in the 1920s and 1930s, including ?Pandora?s Box,? considered one of the greatest films of the silent era. He went on to achieve success on the Broadway stage and television screens, where he made guest appearances on programs such as "Mission: Impossible," "Ben Casey," "The Untouchables" and "It Takes a Thief.? In 1933, Francis Lederer purchased land in the Canoga Park area of the San Fernando Valley (later renamed West Hills), where he built a home on a 6.7-acre knoll in the style of California Missions San Luis Rey and Santa Ynez. Designed by John R. Litke as an extraordinary example of museum quality architecture, the sprawling residence was declared a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument (No. 204) in 1978. The couple curated a trove of rare items for their home that will make a stunning appearance on the auction block. These include their original collection of furnishings, paintings, polychrome figures, religious artifacts and other decorative objects as shown in a 1965 issue of Architectural Digest.
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Bidder Reviews for Abell Auction (599)

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malvina
Staten Island, NY

May 05, 2024
Great services
Thank you for the wonderful experience
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Louis XV-Style Gilt Metal-Mounted Vitrine Cabinet

Walter
Daly City, CA

Apr 25, 2024
Easy direct transaction; fine quality item
Process first to last was uncomplicated. Wonderful to have shipping handled in-house. Packing and shipment was reasonable for complexity and weight of the bronze statue. Never have I received any shipment better protected! Thank you!
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Bob Boomer (B. 1944): Hopi Steps

Karen
Sherman Oaks, CA

Mar 28, 2024
Excellent purchase experience with Abell!
From bidding to picking up my item, every step of the way was easy and Abell had great communication.
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Victor Salmones (1937 - 1989): Figure with Umbrella

Mike
Reno, NV

Mar 21, 2024
FIRST CLASS OPERATION
THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME DEALING WITH THIS COMPANY. THE PERSON I SPOKE WITH WAS KIM. HE WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL WAS VERY AND HELPFUL IN EVERY WAY AND EVERY STEP. THE PACKING WAS A 10 OUT OF 10. GREAT COMPANY TO DEAL WITH. A + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
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Five Harley Davidson Skull Motorcycle Badge Emblems

Yury
Bad Kreuznach, DE

Mar 03, 2024
Excellent product, best recommendations!
Excellent product, best recommendations!
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Russian 84-Standard Silver Commemorative Cup

Elizabeth
Hollywood, FL

Mar 01, 2024
As always, Abell Auction is superb in, and I'm always thrilled to bid on their items!
Bid with total confidence... everything I've bid on and won has been fantastic!!
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Group of Eight Herend Blue Fishnet Porcelain Animal Figures

Joan
Great Falls, VA

Feb 15, 2024
Smoothest operation around auction circuit. Very helpful with shipping.
Smoothest operation around auction circuit. Very helpful with shipping.
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Edward Loyal Field (1856 - 1914): Landscape with Cottage and Fence

Joyce
Laguna Niguel, CA

Feb 14, 2024
Always the best!
These folks are the best, so professional and accommodating.
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Group of Baccarat Crystal Animal Figures

Past Auctions from Abell Auction

DALE CHIHULY: BLOWN GLASS CHANDELIER
PABLO PICASSO: "BULL" PITCHERAFTER AUGUSTE RODIN: "LE GRAND PENSEUR [THE THINKER]"

Abell Fine Art & Antique Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
Auction Ended
98: HERMES VIOLET CROCODILE BIRKIN BAG
100: VINTAGE LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAMMED STEAMER TRUNK103: LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAMMED HARD-SIDED BRIEFCASE

Luxury Handbag & Designer Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
Auction Ended
201: ROBERT GRAHAM: "UNTITLED"
533: MOUNT WASHINGTON ART GLASS VASE565: CONTINENTAL .800 SILVER COFFEE AND TEA SERVICE

Abell Fine Art and Antique Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
Auction Ended
194: TIFFANY STUDIOS "GERANIUM" TABLE LAMP
506: RENE LALIQUE MOLDED GLASS AND STAINED VASE313: PATEK PHILIPPE & CO. POCKET WATCH

Fine Art & Antique Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
Auction Ended
165: ROBBY, THE ROBOT
59: LEICA MP "HERMES EDITION" CAMERA154: FRANK R. PAUL: "UNTITLED ILLUSTRATION"

Celebrity Collector 's Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
Auction Ended
207: LOUIS XV ORMOLU-MOUNTED CHINOISERIE BOMBE COMMODE
301: TWO EIGHTEEN KARAT YELLOW GOLD CANDLESTICKS211: PAIR OF FRENCH ORMOLU-MOUNTED FIGURAL PEDESTALS

Abell Fine Art and Antique Auction

United StatesLos Angeles, CA, US
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