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Gavels 'n' Paddles: Harry Bertoia sculpture. $275,000, Rago Arts

Gavels 'n' Paddles: Harry Bertoia sculpture. $275,000, Rago Arts

Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far
by Ken Hall
A large Bush sculpture from midcentury modern designer Harry Bertoia sold for $275,000 at Design Auctions held May 19th and 20th by Rago Arts & Auction Center in Lambertville, N.J. Also, Masai (Twelve Elements) by glass artist Lino Tagliapietra gaveled for $118,750; a bench with back by George Nakashima went for $62,500; a Mesa table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings topped out at $62,500; and a bronze coffee table by Ingrid Donat finished at $59,375. Prices are inclusive of the buyer’s premium.

Gavels ‘n’ Paddles: Harry Bertoia sculpture. $275,000, Rago Arts