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Woody Auction Part 1 of Ron Blessing

Collection Gets Round of Applause

DOUGLASS, KS – A gorgeous pair of early 20th century signed Galle Woody said. The set fea-
French cameo art glass pieces, one a lamp and the other a vase, sold for tured an 82-inch-tall
a combined $133,750 in the Part 1 auction of the Ron Blessing estate china cabinet with four
collection—an amazing accumulation of quality Victorian antiques, glass shelves, a buffet with
French cameo art glass, period American furniture, and other items— a beveled mirror, a side-
held live and online on October 29th by Woody Auction. board, a table with three
The 30-inch-tall Galle table lamp, the auction’s top lot, was produced leaves (95 1/2 inches long
Lot 100 (left): Signed Galle
around 1920 and featured a beautiful yellow ground with blue/amethyst when fully extended), two French cameo art glass vase, 11
cameo carved Japanese chrysanthemums and butterfly highlights. It was a armchairs, and six side inches in height, $40,250.
magnificent representation of the finest quality and the crowd of about 80 chairs, all with claw and
people burst into applause when the final gavel came down at $93,500. ball feet ($18,700). Lot 84 (right): Signed Galle French cameo art glass
The circa 1910 Galle cameo art glass vase, 14 inches tall, boasted a A signed, turn-of-the- lamp sold for $93,500.
lovely ice blue ground with a white cameo carved overlay featuring 16 century Daum Nancy
seagulls in flight over ocean waves. The vase had been advertised as a French cameo art glass boudoir lamp, 13 1/4 inches tall, changed hands
“must-see,” with “the finest detail available.” Bidders evidently agreed as for $19,200. The lamp featured a white mottled ground with acid cut
the piece found a new home for $40,250, good for the runner-up top cameo relief with a Dutch winter scene décor and fine enamel highlights.
achiever of the over 300 lots that came up for bid that day. A two-piece American walnut bedroom set in the Renaissance Tassel
Jason Woody, the operating manager and auctioneer of Woody pattern, featuring a 112-inch-tall by 84-inch-wide by 64-inch bed
Auction LLC, said, “We’re now looking forward to the conclusion to his (full-size), plus an equally tall dresser, brought $14,000. The set was
collection - Part 2 - on March 18, 2023. Watch the website for details.” purchased by Mr. Blessing and put on display in his warehouse in near-
Following are additional highlights from the auction, which attracted perfect condition..
24 phone bidders and 12 absentee bidders in addition to the in-person Ron Blessing was a long-time resident of Kearney, Nebraska, and
crowd and very brisk online participation. began collecting quality Victorian antiques many years ago. As with
Third place went to a turn-of-the-century signed Daum Nancy French many collectors, Ron’s tastes evolved, and French cameo art glass became
cameo art glass pillow vase, 5 inches tall, having pink and green mottled another passion. Consequently, he managed to acquire some of the most
ground with excellent cameo carved relief of a wild floral scene featuring sought-after pieces in the country. Prices include the buyer’s premium. To
dandelions, clover, and daisy décor. The original Paris jeweler’s label was inquire about Woody Auction, call 316-747-2694; or email
still on the base of the vase, which finished at $21,850. info@woodyauction.com. To learn more about Woody Auction and the
A 12-piece dining set by R. J. Horner in the Oak Busted Lady pattern firm’s calendar of upcoming auctions (including Part 2 of Ron Blessing),
was “the most complete Horner dining set it’s been our privilege to sell,” please visit www.woodyauction.com. Updates are posted often.

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