Art has always come off as elusive and unreachable to most who don't exactly have the luxury or the interest to delve into it. But not only is it ostensibly set on an ivory tower, there's also a notion that art pieces are extremely expensive and, therefore, not worth it, except if you're either some avid collector or a tita living in BGC or Ayala with too much money to show off.
It's exactly this pretentious perception of art that auction house Gavel and Block seeks to remedy. A subsidiary of Salcedo Auctions, they're taking all that's scary and intimidating about the art world and are introducing them to a younger contemporary market of aspiring or emerging collectors. Their acquired pieces range from iconic paintings by national artists, to more affordable yet equally gorgeous works by unknown painters. Along with these are rare fashion finds and prints, antique furniture, fine dainty cutlery, and a whole lot more. Whether you bid with your friends, your parents, or you enter the world of art and auctions all by yourself, there's always something for everyone and anyone with the simplest keen appreciation for all things valuable and beautiful.
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If you're looking to acquire a fine gem that meets your fancy, you're in luck because Gavel and Block's latest auction event dubbed Emporium will be happening this Saturday, August 10, at the NEX Tower in Makati.
Below, are our personal favorite picks from the upcoming auction and their starting bidding prices.
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FASHION
Lot 51
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Fashion photograph (Automne-Hiver 1991/92), P2000-3000,CHRISTIAN DIOR STUDIO
Lot 53
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Fashion photograph (Automne-Hiver 1991/92), P2000-3000,CHRISTIAN DIOR STUDIO
Lot 54
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A lot of three fashion photographs (Automne-Hiver 1991/92), P6000-8000,PIERRE BALMAIN STUDIO,
Lot 179
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Bordeaux suede doctor's bag with key holder, wallet, and pencil case, P6000-8000,CARTIER
Lot 180
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Leather bag with gold metal shoulder strap, P18,000-20,000,SALVATORE FERRAGAMO
A lot of five artworks: Lakeshore Madonna II, 1996; Beatisimo Padre; Untitled, 1978, SIGNED SAMSON; Untitled, 1983, SIGNED AMANTE; Untitled, JAIME MONTERO, P5000-7000
A glamorous 'Tres Lunas" dresser, First Quarter, 20th century Nueva Ecija, P25,000-30,000
Lot 157
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A 12-piece glass dining set, P1000-1500
Lot 165
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A lot of four porcelain ware, P2000-3000
Lot 178
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An antique Maranao chest with okir and geometric designs, First Quarter, 20th century, Lanao del Sur, P12,000-18,000
For more information on bidding and to view the full catalogue online, go to their official website. You may also currently preview the pieces until today, August 9, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at NEX Tower.
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