Direction needed, period Mucha “Summer”
Years ago, I handled the estate of a gentleman that lived between 1908-2012. His home was filled to the ceilings with treasure (and tons of garbage). In his garage, in the rafters, was a chest of his mother’s belongings. It likely hadn’t been touched since he moved into that house (1961). Everything contained within the chest dated from 1881-1925, so I’m confident that this piece was produced in the same time frame.
As you can see, it is not in the greatest of condition. Since acquiring it, I have kept it sealed in an airtight bag, in a dry/dark/cool location. I’m at a point in life where I need to start disposing of my collected art, ephemera, other such things. I love Art Nouveau, but never had much exposure to it, as my wheelhouse of knowledge comes from an area that didn’t have much development until the 1950s.
Does anyone have suggestions on how/where I would go about sending this to market? I used to know people at Skinner’s, Christie’s, etc. but it has been a good 20 years since, so I doubt any of those people are still around. Thanks a bunch!