GLEN COVE, NY.- Roland Auctions NY will present their new Multi-Estates Auction on Saturday, December 14th at 10am featuring hundreds of lots from the Upper East Side NYC apartment of a very important NY philanthropic family. This collection includes fine art, decorative arts, rare silver pieces, antique furniture, women’s furs, designer bags, Hermes scarves & neckties and more.

In addition, a fresh collection of Fine Art & Sculpture, Decorative Art, 20th Century Modern, Antique & Vintage Furniture, Textiles, Silver, Gold and Silver Jewelry, Rugs, Collectibles, Asian Art and Decorative Arts, and Lighting, from multiple estates and private collectors will be offered. Previews are set for Thursday, December 12th & Friday, December 13th from 10am – 6pm.


1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Convertible. Near mint. Approx. 57,000 miles. Est. $15-20,000.

Very unique decorative items from this NY philanthropic family collection include a Faberge Silver, Gold & Lapis Lazuli Cigarette Box, Moscow, accented with the Russian Imperial doubled headed eagle and gold swags, marks to base, cover, and French import marks on interior lip, 35 ozt. inclusive. [2.5" H x 7.25" L x 4.25" W] Estimate $5,000-$7,000, a French Gilt Bronze Mounted & Painted 19th century tall Case Clock, the circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals above the shaped case, painted with two figural and four landscape panels, on a rectangular stepped ebonized base. [7' 5" H]. Estimate $3,000-$5,000 and a Russian Rhodochrosite, Enamel & Jade Opener, Russian sterling silver, 14K gold, rhodochrosite, enamel and black jade letter opener, possibly by Leonid Kochergin, marks to collar. [8" L] Estimate $1,000-$1,500.


Christian Dior Limited Edition China Dragon Saddle Bag designed by John Galliano. Estimate $300-$500.

In other areas, a superb collection of top designer women’s handbags include a Christian Dior Limited Edition "China Dragon" Saddle Bag designed by John Galliano for Dior to commemorate his ten year anniversary. Twelve saddle bags were created with a limited edition to 100. Gold thread depicting a dragon and cloud motifs; interior label 17/100. [12"H x 8"L x 2.5"D] Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $300-$500. While, taking the spotlight in the classic car arena, Roland is offering a 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Convertible, near mint condition, approximately 57,000 miles, two door, standard Thunderbird 292 V8; Fordomatic 3-speed automatic transmission; retractable hardtop; red and white exterior and interior. This 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner is an extraordinary find and a true piece of automotive history. Runs great, showcases limited use and careful preservation over the decades. Estimate $30,000-$40,000.


Companion Pr of Allegorical Scenes, Oil on Canvas, Estimate $2,000-$3,000.

Highlights in the silver arena include a Gorham Sterling Silver Vermeil Tea Set and tray (4), retailed by Theodore B. Starr, allegorical figures with floral repousse and mask handles, marks to base, 137.5 ozt. total. [Tray: 21.25 L"x 15" W; teapot 12" H x 8" L x 4.5" D] Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $2,500-$3,500.

From the same family collection, Roland also features a signed Bronze Group of Lovers in Embrace, A brown patina bronze group of lovers in embrace seated holding hands and kissing. Signed to base and numbered, 5/11. [21" H]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $2,000-$3,000, an Ornately Carved Gilt & Lacquered Dragon Koi Bench, having opposing koi dragons with curled tails below a leather studded seat with tassels, on a shaped complementing plinth. The koi fish to dragon transformation is a symbol of perseverance, strength, and the reward of overcoming hardship. [23.5" H]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $1,000-$1,500 and a Viennese Enamel & Bronze Dore Triptych, each of the three sections having scenes of lovers in a courtyard with music and cupids, set in ornate chased bronze frame, the central plaque boasting a clock. [Overall: 13" H x 15" W]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $1,000-$1,500.


Faberge Silver, Gold & Lapis Lazuli Cigarette Box, Moscow. Estimate $5,000-$7,000.

In Fine Art, a Companion Pair of Allegorical Scenes, Oil on Canvas, Depicting scenes of love, one of Diana, the Huntress, with her maidens, the other depicting the tryst of Venus and Mars, unsigned, with cradle-backs. [Each art: 25" H x 20" W, frames: 30" H x 25"W] Late cradle-back frames. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $2,000-$3,000 are offered, along with an 18th C. Gilt Framed Oil on Canvas of Exotic Bird, Dutch oval gilt framed oil on canvas depicting an exotic bird perched atop a floral still life, signed lower left. [Art: 23.25" H x 29" W; Frame: 30" H x 36" W x 2" D]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $2,000-$3,000.


Ornately Carved Gilt & Lacquered Dragon Koi Bench. Estimate $1,000-$1,500.

Exquisite Antique furniture also makes a good showing at Roland, with a Pair of Regence Giltwood Fauteuils A La Reine, A pair of Regence giltwood fauteuils a la Reine, each with a rectangular arched upholstered backrest, the padded armrests raised on curved supports, the serpentine seat centered by a shell motif, on cabriole legs terminating in scroll toes. [40.5" H x 28" W x 24" D]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $3,000-$5,000, a Louis XVI Gilt Decorated Bergere, 19th century, having acanthus carved gilt decorations, decorated reeded legs, barrel form back with a carved floral cartouche, and silk Chinoiserie damask upholstery. [39" H x 26" W x 23" D]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $800-$1,200 and a Louis Philippe Inlaid Poudreuse/Vanity Table, the finely inlaid top having musical motif and a gadrooned bronze edge, with a lift-top opening to reveal a fitted birdseye maple and lacquer interior with a slide out drawer, above a cross stretcher base with ebony fluted legs, bronze mounted with a flame finial. With key. [29.5" H x 23" W x 15" D]. Property of an important NY philanthropic family. Estimate $800-$1,200.