20th Century Evening Sale: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Art Collectors

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Art Collectors

This November, the 20th Century Evening Sale offers a truly exceptional collection of artworks from some of the most influential and renowned artists of the 20th century. Aimed at discerning art collectors and investors, this auction features iconic paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media works from Ed Ruscha, Joan Mitchell, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, and Henri Rousseau, among many others. These works span pivotal movements like Abstract Expressionism, Surrealism, and Post-Impressionism, providing a rare opportunity to acquire historical masterpieces with impeccable provenance.

There are 56 products of top artists that will be auctioned on the 19th of November,  explore the full auction. Let's pick a few of them for presentation. Let's start with the most expensive and rarest painting in the exhibition:

Ed Ruscha (b. 1937)

Standard Station, Ten-Cent Western Being Torn in Half (1964)

Oil on Canvas
This striking work exemplifies Ruscha’s unique take on American iconography and pop culture. A dynamic exploration of imagery, its minimalism and stark text make it a defining piece of the artist’s early career.

Joan Mitchell  – City Landscape (1955)

Oil on Canvas
A vivid and emotive abstract expressionist piece, capturing Mitchell's dynamic brushwork and emotional depth. This large-scale painting is a prime example of her mastery of color and form.

Willem de Kooning – Untitled (1982)

Oil on Canvas
A late work by one of the most significant figures in Abstract Expressionism, Untitled demonstrates de Kooning’s characteristic gestural abstraction, with vivid color and complex texture.

Joan Mitchell  – Untitled (1955)

Oil on Canvas
Another stunning example from Mitchell’s portfolio, this piece features her fluid, abstract brushstrokes, conveying energy and motion with remarkable intensity.

Henri Rousseau  – Femme en rouge dans la forêt (circa 1905)

Oil on Canvas
A quintessential example of Rousseau’s naïve style, this exotic, dreamlike jungle scene is imbued with surrealistic charm and mysterious symbolism.

Roy Lichtenstein – George Washington (1962)

Graphite and Graphite Rubbing on Paper
A bold, graphic work that bridges the gap between fine art and popular culture, Lichtenstein’s piece reflects his iconic pop art style and his fascination with American iconography.

Brice Marden – 9 (Air) (1987-1988)

Oil on Linen
A striking work in Marden’s signature minimalist style, 9 (Air) showcases his delicate balance of abstraction and emotional resonance, featuring a powerful interplay of color and space.

Claude Monet  – Route près de Giverny (1885)

Oil on Canvas
A superb example of Monet’s mastery of light and color, this landscape captures the tranquility and shifting atmospheric conditions of Giverny, Monet’s home and inspiration.

Pablo Picasso  – Mousquetaire et petit personnage (1967)

Oil on Canvas
A masterful late work by Picasso, blending his distinctive Cubist style with rich symbolic references. This painting embodies the essence of his creative genius, exploring the themes of identity and self-representation.

Claude Monet  – Pommiers en fleurs (1872)

Oil on Canvas
Painted during Monet’s time in Argenteuil, this early work showcases his exceptional ability to capture the fleeting beauty of nature, featuring the soft hues and dappled light typical of his Impressionist style.

René Magritte  – L'empire des lumières (1956)

Gouache on Paper
One of Magritte’s most famous surrealistic works, L'empire des lumières combines the serene with the mysterious, blending night and day in an unexpected and thought-provoking way.

Gustave Caillebotte  – Un balcon, Boulevard Haussmann (circa 1880)

Oil on Canvas
A remarkable Impressionist piece, capturing the hustle and bustle of Paris through the perspective of an intimate urban balcony, with Caillebotte’s signature attention to light and perspective.

Paul Cézanne  – Melun vu depuis Le Mée-sur-Seine (1879-1880)

Oil on Canvas
A poignant example of Cézanne’s mastery in transforming ordinary landscapes into profound, layered compositions, this painting showcases his innovative approach to color and structure.

Kees van Dongen – Portrait de Madame Malpel (1908)

Oil on Canvas
A vivid, bold portrait, showcasing van Dongen’s affinity for color and his ability to capture his subjects with intensity and vibrancy.

René Magritte (1898-1967) – Les chasseurs au bord de la nuit (1928)

Oil on Canvas
A surrealist exploration of light and shadow, Magritte’s piece evokes a sense of mystery, with its darkened figures set against a haunting, otherworldly backdrop.

Arshile Gorky (1904-1948) – Untitled (1943)

Crayon, Ink, and Graphite on Paper
A unique and raw expression of Gorky’s emotional and psychological depth, Untitled reveals his mastery in blending abstraction with personal symbolism.

Fernando Botero (1932-2023) – The Playroom (1970)

Oil on Canvas
A vibrant and playful work by Botero, The Playroom exemplifies his signature style, with exaggerated forms and a sense of humor that belies deeper socio-political commentary.

Brice Marden (1938-2023) – Dark Letter (2007-2009)

Kremer Ink on Paper
A modern minimalist composition, Dark Letter reflects Marden’s refined sense of form and space, with intricate linework and deep emotional resonance.

Claude Monet (1840-1926) – La Seine à Lavacourt, débâcle (1881)

Oil on Canvas
This magnificent Impressionist landscape captures the powerful energy of the river Seine, with Monet’s characteristic light and color making this a truly timeless masterpiece.

This auction represents an extraordinary chance for collectors to acquire rare, historically significant works by 20th-century masters. Don't miss your chance to be part of art history—explore these masterpieces and place your bids now.