The 153 artworks have been done in the styles of, or are attributed to, master artists such as Warhol, Basquiat, Monet, Klein, Krasner, Renoir and others.

Franklin, MA, USA, June 9, 2020 -- Multiple artworks attributed to Vincent van Gogh (two signed studies, in materials that van Gogh was known to use and on paper dated to the 19th century) and Maurice Prendergast (a pair of watercolor and pencil works on illustration board) are expected highlights in an online-only Summer Fine Art Sale scheduled for Wednesday, June 17th by 500 Gallery.

The auction, with a 5:30 pm Eastern start time, is packed with decorative artworks that have been done in the styles of, or are attributed to, master artists such as Warhol, Basquiat, Monet, Klein, Krasner, Renoir and others. 500 Gallery has launched a new bidding platform, with discounted or free shipping for those who bid on it, at https://bid.500gallery.com/auctions/catalog/id/24195. In addition, folks can also bid on the popular online bidding platform www.LiveAuctioneers.com.

“One of the really strong parts of our Summer Sale is that it has so many great examples of preliminary work, by really well-known artists,” said Sable Matula, the Gallery Director of 500 Gallery. “We have quite a few quick, but very strong, sketches in all sorts of media.” Ms. Matula added that ten percent of bid prices will be applied to shipping, up to the full shipping value.

The two sketches attributed to Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853-1890) are iron gall ink on paper. Both are signed. One, titled Orchard Blossom, is 4 ¼ inches by 10 ½ inches, is a possible study for his 1889 painting of an orchard in Aries, France. The other is a sketch of trees, 3 ½ inches by 3 ¼ inches. The pair will be offered as a single lot, with a pre-sale estimate of $25,000-$35,000.

The watercolors attributed to Maurice Prendergast (American, 1858-1924) will be sold as two lots The first is untitled (Women in a Park), unsigned and undated, housed in a 14 ¼ inch by 19 ½ inch frame by Charles Prendergast (est. $20,000-$30,000). The second, untitled (Women with Parasols #6) is also framed by Charles Prendergast and is signed lower left (est. $6,000-$8,000).

A framed oil on canvas self-portrait painting done in the modernist style of the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907-1954), depicting the artist with her signature full brow, carries a pre-sale estimate of $15,000-$25,000. The 19 ½ inch by 16 inch canvas is signed and dated (1945) lower right and is marked with stamps reading, “certification, M_Seo Frida Kahlo Mexico.”

A gouache and ink on paper done in the manner of Chaim Soutine (French, 1893-1943), titled Portrait of a Chef (circa 1932), should hit $10,000-$20,000. The signed, undated and unframed painting measures 15 ¼ inches by 11 inches. Soutine was a French-Russian painter who created expressive landscapes, still lifes and portraits with sweeping brushstrokes that distorted reality.

A spray paint and stencil on a Do Not Enter street sign after the elusive British graffiti artist Banksy (b. 1974), titled Do Not Enter Graffiti Rat, is estimated to bring $5,000-$15,000. The 30 inch by 30 inch rat-themed artwork cannot be authenticated by Banksy Pest Control, which only authenticates works of Street Art that are still located in their place of origin (which this is not).

A still life graphite on paper done in the manner of the celebrated American modernist Georgia O’Keeffe (1887-1986), titled Morning Glories, has a pre-sale estimate of $2,500-$10,000. The unframed work, 7 ¾ inches by 11 ½ inches, is signed verso. O’Keeffe is known as “The Mother of Modernism”. She’s famous for her paintings of flowers, desert landscapes and skyscrapers.

A gouache on cardboard done in the manner of the renowned American folk artist Bill Traylor (1854-1947), titled Man with a Plough, signed in pencil center top, should make $5,000-$15,000. The 11 ½ inch by 15 ¼ inch unframed work depicts a man plowing a field – a motif Traylor used often. Traylor was born a slave on a plantation in Alabama. His art career began when he was 85.

A sketch done in pencil and crayon on laid paper and attributed to the Armenian-American painter Arshile Gorky (1904-1948), signed and dated (“4-2-44”), in a frame measuring 16 inches by 20 inches, is expected to achieve $6,000-$12,000. Gorky had a seminal influence on Abstract Expressionism and was hailed as one of the most powerful American painters of the 20th century.

A gouache on paper done in the manner of Stuart Davis (American, 1892-1964), titled New York Waterfront, signed lower right but undated and unframed, 19 inches by 25 inches, should sell for $1,500-$5,000. Stuart was one of America’s first modern artists and a forefather of Pop art. His determination to convey something of American political and consumer culture was unwavering.

Pop art icon Andy Warhol (American, 1928-1987) needs no introduction, and the pen, ink and watercolor feline rendering on toned paper attributed to him titled Sam the Cat carries a pre-sale estimate of $1,000-$5,000. The signed and unframed work measures 8 ¾ inches by 8 ½ inches. Warhol created many colorful lithographs of cats. At one time he lived with 25 cats of his own.

A sanguine (red chalk) on paper Portrait of a Woman attributed to Henri Matisse (French, 1869-1954), unframed and initialed lower right, 11 ½ inches by 8 ½ inches, should fetch $750-$3,500. Matisse is recognized as one of the most influential modern painters and was crowned a leader of Fauvism, which favored a painterly style and bold, expressive use of color over Impressionism.

All 153 lots can be viewed in the 500 Gallery showroom, at 1243 Pond Street in Franklin, Mass., by appointment only on Tuesdays and Saturdays. To make an appointment, call 508-834-8190 or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. For more info, visit www.500Gallery.com.

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Ms. Winkler was the wife of millionaire and philanthropist Myron (Mike) Winkler. The sale comprises more than 200 lots of art, art glass, luxury accessories and accents.

Downtown Los Angeles, CA, USA, May 29, 2020 -- Andrew Jones Auctions will present the single owner auction of property from the estate of June D. Winkler of Beverly Hills and Rancho Mirage, California and Acapulco, Mexico on Tuesday, June 16th, starting promptly at 11 am Pacific time. The online-only auction comprises over 200 lots of art, art glass, luxury accessories and accents.

June Dale Winkler was the loving wife of self-made millionaire and philanthropist Myron (Mike) Winkler, the founder of Shareholder's Management Company, who predeceased her in death. Together, they traveled the world and collected treasures for their many estate homes.

June was known for her passion for collecting the finest things, the art of perfecting interior design and celebrating life with the grandest of parties. She was a trendsetter who loved her family, friends and many humanitarian causes. She relished unique objects of beauty.

“It is the perfect moment to offer this wonderful, whimsical, colorful and sparkling international collection of art glass and accessories to lift spirits,” said company president Andrew Jones. “This is a celebration of June Winkler, her altruism and her vivacious personality. It’s fitting to have her personal and most favorite possessions shared by others.”

French art glass includes pieces by Baccarat, Daum and Lalique, including a Daum pâte de verre amber model of an elephant designed by Jean-François Leroy (est. $1,500-$2,000), an Amaryllis vase (est. $1,000-$2,000), and an entwined dragons and bowl centerpiece (est. $1,500-$2,000).

A magnificent 100-jewel colored glass fish aquarium (est. $3,000-$5,000) highlights the fine selection of Lalique, which also includes a pair of chrome and glass Chêne wall lights (est. $1,500-$2,000). A vibrant A Versace for Rosenthal porcelain assembled part dinner service in the Le Jardin de Versace and Le Jardin de Papillons patterns is expected to fetch $1,500-$2,000.

Mexican artists Jose J. "Shalom" Almanzor (1962-2015), Sergio Bustamante (b. 1942), Bruno Luna (b. 1963), Gustavo Salmones (b. 1962), Victor Salmones (1937-1989) and Victor Villarreal (b. 1944) are represented by pieces such as Salmones’ limited edition patinated bronze titled Soleil and Lune (est. $1,500-$2,000). A work by Dino Rosin (Italian, b. 1948) will also be sold.

Renowned Persian costume jewelry artist Iradj Moini, an architect by training and formerly a leading jewelry designer of fashion house Oscar de la Renta, created statement jewelry expressly for June Winkler. Featured are a silvered metal and hardstone lobster brooch and a multicolored stone necklace, each carrying pre-sale estimates of $300-$500.

As a complement to her bold jewelry, Ms. Winkler had a vast collection of handbags and minaudières. Sought-after Judith Lieber couture clutches like the exquisite Buddha minaudière (est. $800-$1,200) and Kathrine Baumann’s limited-edition Beagle minaudière (est. $300-$500) are covetable. Also included are accessories by Arthur Court Designs, Stanley Hagler (New York City), Hermès and Jay Strongwater, as well a large selection of perfume factices.

Internet bidding for the property from the estate of June D. Winkler auction will be provided by AndrewJonesAuctions.com and LiveAuctioneers.com. Absentee bids will also be accepted. Andrew Jones Auctions’ next major sale after this one will be a DTLA Collections & Estates auction on Sunday, June 28, also online-only.

For more information about Andrew Jones Auctions and the property from the estate of June D. Winkler auction on Tuesday, June 16th, visit www.andrewjonesauctions.com. Updates are posted often.

About Andrew Jones Auctions:
Andrew Jones Auctions is downtown Los Angeles’ only full-service fine art and antiques auction house, with an understanding of market trends and foresight for the 21st century. The staff has a wealth of knowledge with worldwide experience, having worked for years at major international auction houses in America and Europe, sourcing property from across North America. The sales are diverse, eclectic and fun, featuring items from the antiquity to the 21st century including important furniture, design, art, jewelry, unique accessories and more. For more information, visit www.andrewjonesauctions.com.

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Kingsland, London, UK, May 29, 2020 - NRVT is fresh out the shower, the best time to get into bed 12 hours from now. The Coronavirus mask is on standby and will be taken for a walk sometime today. The world is moving on, was always moving on. It was reported recently, due to Coronavirus, the BRAs are down by 40%. That is burglary, rape, and assault, to clear up any ambiguity.

NRVT releases new song 'Alaive Again' today so to toast his best wishes into the official charts we ask a series of questions.

Q. Is 'Alaive Again' a song inspired from the times of the Coronavirus?

A. 'Alaive Again' was complete before the Coronavirus had made an impact. Now I look at the whole setup looks like 'Alaive Again' is serving as life assurance to my ears.

Q. What other songs is NRVT working on?

A. There was another song being worked on before taking them to mastering. So what happened is that when the studio closed Baggy Music Entertainment told me to sit tight for a while.

Q. When did you decide to release 'Alaive Again'?

A. When the date for release had passed the decision to master the one song 'Alaive Again' took shape.

Q. So 'Alaive Again' was just sitting there waiting to be rescued?

A. 'Alaive Again' was lifted out of the midst of a dormant situation and mastered and prepared for official release into the UK charts, USA charts, Canada charts, Australia charts, and generally all over like the white cliffs of Dover.

Q. How is you publicity coming along?

A. Like this. My Publicists are playing their cards right and allowing my songs to reach the audience who want to hear songs like 'Alaive Again.'

Q. You are yet to become a recognized artist, what do you say to that?

A. NRVT is in no hurry. Check me again in 10 years. When I see the light at the end of the tunnel to me that will be the recognition. NRVT knows how to keep warm in Winter you can recognise that.

Q. Do you feel depressed?

A. What a funny question, do I look depressed? All I know is that; "You need wellington boots and butter to get you out of the gutter."

Q. Is that from one of your songs?

A. It's just depress head buster poetry, a line here, a line there to keep me going.

Q. Describe what kind of song 'Alaive Again' is?

A. You decide what it is - well there is a little Rhythm & Blues, a little Pop, a little Hip Hop, that's all I'm saying - you decide.

"ALAIVE AGAIN" the 7th single of NRVT, official release date is Friday 29th May 2020.

"ALAIVE AGAIN" can be found on Amazon Music, iTunes, and other online stores. NRVT is signed with the label, Baggy Music Entertainment.

Journalism: Icsael Basemath

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Greensboro, NC, May 27, 2020 -- A new self-published book by David M. Guion, Before and After the First Earth Day 1970, provides a balanced history of the environmental movement. The story actually begins generations before Senator Gaylord Nelson conceived of an environmental teach-in.

Earth Day in 1970 is a watershed moment in environmental history. It succeeded so well that we easily forget that society as a whole has only recently cared about environmental issues.

It failed in some ways, however. Today's environmental polarization came in part from the shrill warnings of prominent Earth Day speakers that the world faced widespread famine and a new ice age. And from modern environmentalists' insistence on harping on new versions of the same failed arguments.

Guion observes, "Most people will not comb through 50-year-old news reports to find out what happened. I have, and I hope my findings can help rescue our environmental debates from partisan talking points."

David M. Guion is a retired academic librarian who served on a university sustainability committee. He is founder and editor of the respected blog Sustaining Our World and the website Sustainability Scout.

Before and After the First Earth Day, 1970 is available in paperback (ISBN 979-8639339127, 164 pages) and Kindle format at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087L6R889

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