Once every so often, a truly wonderful collection is presented at auction. Such is precisely the case with this prestigious collection of Americana and Folk Art owned by a prominent Old Westbury doctor. When one considers that this Collection is being offered on site without minimum reserve, one starts to get the picture that this event will indeed be special... so special that an exclusive preview and reception will be held as a benefit for the prestigious American Folk Art Museum.
Although currently holding a prominent position at one of the nation's leading hospitals, of perhaps greater relevance to antiquities collectors is the fact that this gentleman is an Emeritus Trustee and former Chairman of Collections at Vermont’s highly regarded Shelburne Museum, an institution founded by the doctor’s family matriarch, Electra Havemeyer Webb. Ms. Webb’s sister-in-law, Aileen Osborne Webb, founded the Museum of Arts & Design, formerly known to many as the American Craft Museum. With a family bred to understand and appreciate the importance of preserving antiquities, it is hardly any wonder that over his lifetime, this gentleman has been able to assemble a vast and varied collection of American treasures.
Barely more than a stone’s throw down the lane from fabled Old Westbury Gardens (and a half hour from Manhattan), the doctor's property lends itself handsomely as the picturesque mid-September setting for this classic event.
This classic old-fashioned estate auction will be held in a beautiful setting on lush 10 acre grounds at 36 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury, Long Island, New York. Only a half hour from Manhattan in what many consider to be one of the most beautiful towns in America. Close to both Laguardia and JFK airports. (Without the congestion of city driving...)
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Guernsey's catalogers have prepared an extensive listing describing the lots in this major estate auction. Securely order your copy here.
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The catalogue has a limited number of black and white photos. As a courtesy to catalogue holders we have posted color photos here on our website. Not all lots are depicted in the online galleries, but the vast majority are shown. Additionally, some lots have multiple parts, of which not all will necessarily be depicted. This gallery does not replace the catalogue and the printed text will be considered the definitive description.