Decorative Arts & Design
Decorative Arts & Design at Waddington’s encompasses a broad and diverse variety of objects. We are specialists in bronzes, items of Canadian historical interest, ceramics, devotional works of art, glass, lighting, militaria, mirrors, objets de vertu, porcelain, silver, scientific instruments, travel and exploration maps, and fine rugs and carpets.
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Upcoming Auctions and Events
Rugs & Carpets
April 17 - 22, 2021
This auction consists predominantly of Persian weaves with some examples from the Caucasus, Turkey, Morocco, India, and China. Highlights include a late 19th century Feraghan Sarouk rug; a late 19th century Malayer Sarouk carpet; a Senna rug c.1920; a 1970s Nain part silk garden design rug; a fine Kayseri silk prayer rug c.1970/80; Kurdish Khorassan carpet c.1970; and a mid-20th century Navajo blanket.
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Auction Details Browse GalleryThe Wild & Wonderful World of Richard LaPrairie
May 01 - 06, 2021
Waddington’s is pleased to present the last installment of items from the Estate of Richard LaPrairie. This small group of highlights includes sculptural works by Patrick Amiot and David Gilhooly, paintings by Cesar Santander and Lindee Climo and beautifully carved pieces by John E. Livingston and Mi’kmaq artist Mark Dorey. The auction is designed to represent the eclectic collecting style of Mr. LaPrairie. The Estate has committed to donating the proceeds from the auction to Camp Ooch & Camp Trillium to benefit children living with cancer.
Auction DetailsStudio Ceramics: The Paul Duval Collection – Part III
May 08 - 13, 2021
The third and final auction from the collection of influential art critic, editor, artist, and author Paul Duval featuring work by ceramicists both Canadian and international. Among the standouts in this sale are three beautiful iridescent pieces by renowned artist, potter, and writer Beatrice Wood alongside pieces by David Hilhooly, John Ward, Robert Archambeau, Shōji Hamada, Tessa Kidick, Kayo O’Young and others. We invite collectors to appreciate Duval’s broad approach to collecting and his unique taste.
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Auction DetailsDecorative Arts & Design
May 08 - 13, 2021
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Auction DetailsSeeking Consignments
Waddingtons.ca is seeking consignments for our upcoming auctions.
- Antique & Modern Silver & Gold
- Antique Firearms, Edged Weapons & Armour
- Bronze & Marble Sculpture
- Canadian Historical Maps & Documents
- Clocks, Barometers & Scientific Instruments
- Chandeliers, Sconces & Decorative Lighting
- Good Quality Ceramics & Glass
- Studio & Art Pottery, including Moorcroft, Doulton, Martin Bros., Rookwood, Weller, Harlander, Deichmann, etc.
- Lalique, Gallé, Daum, Baccarat, Venini, Orrefors, Tiffany, Steuben & other Signed Glass
- Maps & Militaria
- Mirrors
- Works of Art, including Enamels, Wood & Ivory Carvings, Religious Artifacts, etc.
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