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  • Tony Dominick (Benedetto) Bennett, (American, b. 1926), Still Life with Flower
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 1

    Tony Dominick (Benedetto) Bennett, (American, b. 1926),...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Tony Dominick (Benedetto) Bennett, (American, b. 1926), Landscape
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 2

    Tony Dominick (Benedetto) Bennett, (American, b. 1926),...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • John Hejduk, (American, b. 1929), Cemetery of the Ashes of Thought (three works)
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 3

    John Hejduk, (American, b. 1929), Cemetery of the Ashes...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Yutaka Ohashi, (Japanese/American, b. 1923), Lady, Oboro-Zukiho - Tale of the Genji
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 4

    Yutaka Ohashi, (Japanese/American, b. 1923), Lady, Obor...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Roland Palanquet, (Haitian, 20th century), Market Day in the Village
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    $200 - $400
    Lot 5

    Roland Palanquet, (Haitian, 20th century), Market Day i...

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    $200 - $400
  • Lui Shou-Kwan (Lu Shoukun), (Chinese, 1919-1975), Autumn, 1963
    Estimate
    $10,000 - $15,000
    Lot 6

    Lui Shou-Kwan (Lu Shoukun), (Chinese, 1919-1975), Autum...

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    $10,000 - $15,000
  • Altoon Sultan, (American, b. 1948), South Dakota
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 7

    Altoon Sultan, (American, b. 1948), South Dakota

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Altoon Sultan, (American, b. 1948), Architectural Front,1972
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 8

    Altoon Sultan, (American, b. 1948), Architectural Front...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Julia von Eichel, (Swiss, 20th century), Pale Blue Color Field
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 9

    Julia von Eichel, (Swiss, 20th century), Pale Blue Colo...

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    $400 - $600
  • Three Contemporary Works of Art Dimensions of largest 8 x 9 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 10

    Three Contemporary Works of Art Dimensions of largest 8...

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    $100 - $200
  • Carlo Aymonino, (Italian. 1926-2010), Untitled, 1976, from Disegni per una Architettura, Milan
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 11

    Carlo Aymonino, (Italian. 1926-2010), Untitled, 1976, f...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Massimo Scolari, (Italian, b. 1943), Sleepless Traveler
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 12

    Massimo Scolari, (Italian, b. 1943), Sleepless Traveler...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Ludwig Hohlwein, (German, 1874-1949), Marco Polo Tee
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 13

    Ludwig Hohlwein, (German, 1874-1949), Marco Polo Tee

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • A Cartonnage Panel First: 7 3/4 x 15 1/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 14

    A Cartonnage Panel First: 7 3/4 x 15 1/4 inches.

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Artist Unknown, , Abstractions (eight works)
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    $600 - $800
    Lot 15

    Artist Unknown, , Abstractions (eight works)

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Artist Unknown, , Cafe du Port
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 16

    Artist Unknown, , Cafe du Port

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • Artist Unknown, , Lake in Forest
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 17

    Artist Unknown, , Lake in Forest

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    $200 - $400
  • Artist Unknown, , Red Planes C-503
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    $100 - $200
    Lot 18

    Artist Unknown, , Red Planes C-503

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Artist Unknown, (20th century), Field of Grass
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    $100 - $200
    Lot 19

    Artist Unknown, (20th century), Field of Grass

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • Artist Unknown, (20th century), Mongolian Horseman
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    $100 - $200
    Lot 20

    Artist Unknown, (20th century), Mongolian Horseman

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    $100 - $200
  • Robert Capa, (Hungarian, 1913-1954), D-Day, June 6, 1944
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 21

    Robert Capa, (Hungarian, 1913-1954), D-Day, June 6, 194...

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    $2,000 - $4,000
  • Robert Capa, (Hungarian, 1913-1954), The Falling Soldier
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 22

    Robert Capa, (Hungarian, 1913-1954), The Falling Soldie...

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    $2,000 - $4,000
  • Pascal, , Native American Chief Head
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 23

    Pascal, , Native American Chief Head

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    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Pascal, , Head of a Woman
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 24

    Pascal, , Head of a Woman

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    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Pascal, , Head of a Native American
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 25

    Pascal, , Head of a Native American

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • Estevez, (20th century), Figure of a Woman
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    $200 - $400
    Lot 26

    Estevez, (20th century), Figure of a Woman

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    $200 - $400
  • Nori Toviras, , Reclining Figure
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 27

    Nori Toviras, , Reclining Figure

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Ken Shores, (American, 1928-2014), Feather Fetish #5
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 28

    Ken Shores, (American, 1928-2014), Feather Fetish #5

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    $100 - $200
  • Frank Gallo, (American, b. 1933), Reclining Cat
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 29

    Frank Gallo, (American, b. 1933), Reclining Cat

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Artist Unknown, (20th century), Untitled (Red Abstract)
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 30

    Artist Unknown, (20th century), Untitled (Red Abstract)...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • P. England, (20th century), Portrait Bust of John Kluge
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 30A

    P. England, (20th century), Portrait Bust of John Kluge...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • A Regency Giltwood and Ebonized Twin-Light Convex Mirror 48 x 33 inches.
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 31

    A Regency Giltwood and Ebonized Twin-Light Convex Mirro...

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Two Continental Woven and Painted Wall Tapestries 119 x 174 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 32

    Two Continental Woven and Painted Wall Tapestries 119 x...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Red Leather Upholstered Chesterfield Sofa Height 42 x width 84 x depth 36 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 33

    A Red Leather Upholstered Chesterfield Sofa Height 42 x...

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    $2,000 - $4,000
  • A Cream and Polychrome Decorated Leather Four-Fold Screen Height 69 3/4 x width 18 1/4 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 34

    A Cream and Polychrome Decorated Leather Four-Fold Scre...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $4,000
  • A Pair of Regency Satinwood and Mahogany-Strung Concave-Fronted Side Cabinets Height 35 x width 40 x depth 18 inches.
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 35

    A Pair of Regency Satinwood and Mahogany-Strung Concave...

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    $3,000 - $5,000
  • A Pair of Regency Style Mahogany Armchairs Height 33 inches.
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 36

    A Pair of Regency Style Mahogany Armchairs Height 33 in...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • A Late Regency Black and Gilt Japanned Mahogany Library Armchair Height 35 1/2 inches.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $4,000
    Lot 37

    A Late Regency Black and Gilt Japanned Mahogany Library...

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    $2,000 - $4,000
  • A Louis XV Style Stained Beechwood Bergère Height 42 inches.
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 38

    A Louis XV Style Stained Beechwood Bergère Height 42 in...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • A Victorian Style Stained Mahogany and Upholstered Chaise Longue Length 72 inches.
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 39

    A Victorian Style Stained Mahogany and Upholstered Chai...

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • An Ebonized and Gilt Marble-Top Pedestal Height 43 7/8 inches.
    Estimate
    $500 - $700
    Lot 40

    An Ebonized and Gilt Marble-Top Pedestal Height 43 7/8 ...

    Est.
    $500 - $700
  • A Pair of William IV Rosewood Pole Screens Converted as Lamps Height overall 64 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 41

    A Pair of William IV Rosewood Pole Screens Converted as...

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    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Artist Unknown, (Japanese, 20th century), Abstract Figures
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 42

    Artist Unknown, (Japanese, 20th century), Abstract Figu...

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    $100 - $200
  • A Victorian Inlaid Walnut Center Table Height 25 1/2 x width 41 x depth 24 inches.
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 43

    A Victorian Inlaid Walnut Center Table Height 25 1/2 x ...

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • A Pair of Faux Ivory Columnar Form Table Lamps Height 23 inches.
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 44

    A Pair of Faux Ivory Columnar Form Table Lamps Height 2...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • A Victorian Satinwood-Inlaid Burr Walnut Low Table Height 19 x width 54 x depth 40 inches.
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 45

    A Victorian Satinwood-Inlaid Burr Walnut Low Table Heig...

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • An Early Victorian Paisley-Upholstered Walnut Stool Height 16 x width 36 x depth 25 inches.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Lot 46

    An Early Victorian Paisley-Upholstered Walnut Stool Hei...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
  • A Pair of Silvered-Metal Five-Light Candelabra Height 21 inches.
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 47

    A Pair of Silvered-Metal Five-Light Candelabra Height 2...

    Est.
    $400 - $600

Auction Description

Property from the Estate of John Kluge by Hindman
John W. Kluge is best known as the founder and chairman of media conglomerate Metromedia. While he has been named one of the richest men in America on numerous occasions, Mr. Kluge is also remembered as a devoted scholar who shared his passion for the pursuit of knowledge with others.
 
From a young age, Mr. Kluge made pointed decisions to invest in his education, which eventually led him to Columbia University. His lifestyle and philanthropy mirrored the liberal arts foundation upon which his successes were built.
 
Representative of his interests, Mr. Kluge’s collection of furniture, art and decorative objects exemplify his dedication to thoughtfulness and success. His Palm Beach residence, La Casa Sin Nombre (“The House with No Name”) was elegantly furnished with sophisticated and charming English and American furniture, mirrors, chandeliers, silver, porcelain and more.
 
The residence was given to Mr. Kluge’s alma mater, Columbia University, as one of the many generous gifts Mr. Kluge and his charitable foundations have contributed to the school. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers is honored to bring Mr. Kluge’s collection to auction for the benefit of Columbia.
 
The property was once an array of parcels, which Kluge assembled into a single estate in the mid-1990s. These five parcels presently include a 12,000 square foot 1935 garden house, a 6,000 square foot Mediterranean-style house designed by noted architect Addison Mizner and three additional structures used for guests and staff. The property also contains extensive gardens, a particular point of enjoyment for Mr. Kluge during his time spent in Palm Beach. In addition to contents of the home, the June 14 Palm Beach auction will also include outdoor furniture and decorative objects once located on the grounds of the estate.
 
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Thursday, June 9 | 10am – 5pm 
Friday, June 10 | 10am – 5pm 
Saturday, June 11 | 10am – 3pm 
Monday, June 13 | 10am – 5pm

 

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Terms & Conditions

Conditions of Sale

LESLIE HINDMAN AUCTIONEERS, INC. AS AGENT

The lots listed in this catalogue will be offered by Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. as owner or as agent for consignor(s) subject to the following terms and conditions. By bidding at auction you agree to be bound by these Conditions of Sale.

BEFORE THE SALE

Prospective buyers are strongly advised to personally examine any property in which they are interested before the auction takes place. Condition reports are usually available on request, on lots with a low estimate of $300 and above. All lots are sold “AS IS” and without recourse and neither Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any warranties or representations, express or implied with respect to such lots. Neither Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any express or implied warranty or representation of any kind or nature with respect to merchantability, fitness for purpose, correctness of the catalogue or other description of the physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance, medium, material, genuineness, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, exhibitions, literature or historical significance of any lot sold. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. No statement, whether written or oral, and whether made in the catalogue, or in supplements to the catalogue, an advertisement, a bill of sale, a salesroom posting or announcement, the remarks of an auctioneer, or otherwise, shall be deemed to create any warranty, representation or assumption of liability. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. and its consignor(s) make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in the catalogue.

AT THE SALE

Refusal of AdmissionLeslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has the right, at our complete discretion, to refuse admission to the premises or participation in any auction and to reject any bid.

Registration before Bidding

A prospective buyer must complete and sign a registration form and provide identification before bidding. We may require bank or other financial references.

Bidding as Principal

When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the purchase price, including the buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and all other applicable charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed upon in writing with Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. before the commencement of the sale that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party acceptable to Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc., and that Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will only look to the principal for payment.

Absentee Bids

We will use reasonable efforts to carry out written bids given to us at least 24 hours prior to the sale for the convenience of clients who are not present at the auction in person, by an agent or by telephone. Bids must be placed in U.S. dollars. If we receive written bids on a particular lot for identical amounts, and these are the highest bids on the lot at the auction, it will be sold to the person whose written bid was received and accepted first. Execution of written bids is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the sale and we do not accept liability for failing to execute a written bid or for errors and omissions in connection with the written bid.

Telephone Bids

On lots with a low estimate of $300 and above and if a prospective buyer makes arrangements with us prior to the commencement of the sale we will use reasonable efforts to contact them to enable them to participate in the bidding by telephone and we do not accept liability for failure to do so or for errors and omissions in connection with telephone bidding. These telephone bids may be recorded at the discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers.

Online Bids

We will use reasonable efforts to carry out online bids and do not accept liability for equipment failure, inability to access the Internet or software malfunctions related to the execution of online bids.

Reserves

Some lots in the sale are subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which such lot will not be sold. The reserve will not exceed the low estimate of the lot. Reserves are agreed upon with consignors or, in the absence thereof, the absolute discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. The auctioneer may open the bidding on any lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the seller. The auctioneer may continue to bid on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve, either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other bidders. With respect to lots that are offered without reserve, unless there are already competing bids, the auctioneer, in his or her discretion, will generally open the bidding at half of the low estimate for the lot. In the absence of a bid at that level, the auctioneer may proceed backwards at his or her discretion until a bid is recognized, and then continue up from that amount.

Auctioneer’s Discretion

The auctioneer has the right at his or her absolute and sole discretion to refuse any bid, to advance the bidding in such a manner as he or she may decide, to withdraw any lot, and in the case of error or dispute, and whether during or after the sale, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the bidding, to cancel the sale or to reoffer and resell the item in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive.

Successful Bid

The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser. In the case of a tie bid, the winning bidder will determined by the auctioneer at his or her sole discretion. In the event of a dispute between bidders, the auctioneer has final discretion to determine the successful bidder or to reoffer the lot in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, the Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. sale record shall be conclusive. Title passes upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer to the highest acknowledged bidder subject to the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, and the bidder assumes full risk and responsibility.

AFTER THE SALE

Buyer’s Premium

In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. a buyer’s premium and the applicable sales tax added to the final total. The buyer’s premium for all purchases except via live online bidding is twenty-five (25%) of the hammer price up to and including $100,000; twenty percent (20%) of any amount in excess of $100,000 up to and including $1,000,000; and twelve percent (12%) of any amount in excess of $1,000,000.The buyer’s premium for purchases made via online bidding is twenty-six (26%) of the hammer price up to and including $50,000; twenty-one percent (21%) of any amount in excess of $50,000 up to and including $1,000,000; and thirteen percent (13%) of any amount in excess of $1,000,000.

Payment

The buyer must pay the entire amount due (including the hammer price, buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and other charges) no later than 5 p.m. on the seventh (7) business day following the sale. Payment in U.S. dollars may be made with cash; bank check or cashier’s check drawn on a U.S. bank; money order; or wire transfer unless other arrangements are made with Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. a handling charge of $50 for any check dishonored by the drawee.

Tax Exempt Notice

Lots marked with an asterisk (*) are tax exempt as permitted by law.

Collecting Purchases

Once Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has received all funds due to us, the buyer shall collect purchased lots within seven (7) business days from the date of the sale.

Packing and Shipping

If your bid is successful, we can provide you with a list of shippers. We will not be responsible for the acts or omissions of carriers or packers whether or not recommended by us. Property will not be released to the shipper without the buyer’s written consent and until payment has been made in full. Packing and handling of purchased lots by us is at the entire risk of the purchaser, and Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will have no liability of any loss or damage to such items.

Non Payment

If we do not receive payment in full, in good cleared funds, within seven (7) business days following the sale, we are entitled in our absolute discretion to exercise one or more of the following measures, in addition to any additional actions available to us by law:

a.) to impose a late charge of one and a half percent (1.5%) per thirty (30) days of the total purchase price

b.) to hold the defaulting buyer liable for the total amount due and to begin legal proceedings for its recovery together with interest, legal fees and costs to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law

c.) to cancel the sale

d.) to resell the property publicly or privately with such terms as we find appropriate, to resell the property at public auction without reserve, and with the purchaser liable for any deficiency, cost, including handling charges, the expenses of both sales, our commission on both sales at our regular rate, all other charges due hereunder and incidental damages. In addition, a defaulting purchaser will be deemed to have granted us a security interest in, and we may retain as collateral security for such purchaser’s obligations to us, any property in our possession owned by such purchaser. At our option, payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until we have collected funds represented by checks, or in the case of bank or cashier’s checks, we have confirmed their authenticity.

e.) to offset against any amount owed

f.) to not allow any bids at any upcoming auction by or on behalf of the buyer

g.) to take other action as we find necessary or appropriate

Failure to Collect Purchases

If property is not picked up within seven (7) business days following the sale, whether or not payment has been made, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. reserves the right to charge $5 per lot per day or to deliver said property to a public warehouse for storage at the purchaser’s expense. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage to property left on its premises for more than seven (7) business days following the sale. In addition, we reserve the right to impose a late charge of one and a half percent (1.5%) per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. For property that is not picked up after thirty (30) calendar days, an additional administration fee of $75 will be charged. Property which is paid for but left on our premises for any reason in excess of sixty (60) calendar days is subject to sale by us with the balance of any funds recovered in excess of storage charges and any other fees being remitted to you.

LIABILITY

Condition Reports

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. is not responsible for the correctness of any statement of any kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in any lot. Neither the seller, ourselves, our officers, employees or agents, give any representation, warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, completeness, authorship, authenticity, rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind whatsoever is excluded by this paragraph. Items under $1,000 are collated upon request.

Purchased Lots

If for any reason a purchased lot cannot be delivered in the same condition as at the time of sale, or should any purchased lot be stolen, mis-delivered or lost prior to delivery, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. shall not be liable for any amount in excess of that paid by the purchaser.

Legal Ramifications

The rights and obligations of the parties with respect to these Conditions of Sale, the conduct of the auction and any matters connected with any of the foregoing shall be governed and interpreted by the laws of the jurisdiction in Illinois. If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted and the rest of the conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Discretion

Any and all of the conditions may be waived or modified in the sole discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. 0114