26th of January
URBAN ART
Urban art is currently considered as one of the central and significant phenomena in the field of contemporary art. Through urban artists, street art and graffiti, the debate in the art world is opening up. Statements, bold experiments, understanding art in a new way - all thanks to Urban Art.
As the pioneer in Finland, Hagelstam & Co is now organizing the Urban Art auction for the second time, as part of our modern sale. Presented are 15 artists with character and the ability to break boundaries and bring increasingly interesting art to private collections.
See catalogue here.
23rd of January
LEOPARD
One of the best-loved Finnish names in expressionist art, Professor, Pro Finlandia awarded Leena Luostarinen (1949-2013), is known particularly for her large-scale paintings that tend to be mystical, with autobiographical references and beauty based on tones.
In Luostarinen's works, the atmosphere transcends form and the noble felines attract attention. The viewer cannot miss the similarity between Luostarinen's characters and the ancient Egyptian beliefs. For the Egyptians, the cat symbolized holiness - man's sacred connection to the gods. It was also believed cats had protective power.
Luostarinen's impressive 'Leopard' is on sale at the Modern + Urban Art auction. The work is seen now for the first time in forty years. It was acquired from Luostarinen's exhibition held at Galleria Sculptor in 1981 and has since belonged to the same Finnish private collection.
Estimate 20 000 euros.
11th of January
AHTI LAVONEN AND SILVER-THEMED FORMS
The silver period of Ahti Lavonen's (1928-1970) informalist art began in the 1960s. Tired of the various shades of white alone, Lavonen was particularly enthusiastic about the era's development of the man experiencing space and the universal conception of art. Colour symbolism was central to Lavonen's production, and in addition to accentuating aesthetic values, also interesting was the inner experience as seen through the material. In an interview in 'Jaana' magazine in 1969, Lavonen emphasized the importance of visual art as a mediator between space and the person on earth. According to him, particularly the silver shades represented the era in question.
In the silver-themed painting, the varied rhythm of the colour surfaces brings calm serenity to the work. The surface of the painting is uneven - it combines rough brownish with silver brightness and simple lines. Interaction with the work, itself a typical feature of informalism, is significant. The viewers may find intersections with themselves and reflect on the picture's optimism.
The painting will be sold at Modern + Urban Art Auction on 28th of January. Estimate 25 000 euros.
4th of January 2021
ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS FOR MODERN & URBAN ART
We will always provide you the best choice for sale, a positive auction experience and the most approachable service. Our specialists are the leading experts in Finland and now you have the opportunity to make a reservation for a complimentary home visit or a personal meeting at our office. You can also send pictures by e-mail.
We are accepting consignments for our upcoming Modern + Urban Art Auction in January until 8th Jan. Our clients are looking for e.g. art, design, furniture, lighting and jewellery as well as carpets. You will find the contact information here.
14th of December 2020
CHRISTMAS AT HAGELSTAM & CO
We would like to thank all our customers for the past year!
Despite the exceptional situation, we have been happy to be able to serve you as usual. During 2020, we have sold a record amount of art, design and antiquities. In the coming year, we will continue to hold our popular monthly auctions and interesting theme auctions as well as classic and modern sales.
During the holiday season our opening times are:
23rd of December - 3rd of January 2021 We are closed
4th - 5th of Jan. We are open between 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
6th of Jan. We are closed
7th - 8th of Jan. We are open between 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
We wish you happy holidays!
26th of November 2020
MY CHOICE IS...
Joachim Borgström, CEO and specialist at Hagelstam & Co, likes Helene Schjerfbeck's 'Girl in National Costume' now on sale at the Classic auction. The work was painted in 1879.
Probably Finland's internationally best-known artist, Helene Schjerfbeck (1862-1946), painted several impressive studies and historical paintings in the late 1870s. 'Girl in National Costume' depicts Kans-Karin, a delicate and somewhat shy girl from Dalarna. At the time, Helene was studying at Adolf von Becker's private academy and was already indicating great potential: she was awarded the third prize in the Finnish Art Society's Ducat Competition.
'Schjerfbeck is interesting in her ability to transform, a bit like Picasso', Borgström remarks. 'The artist administrated masterfully the very classical way of painting and at the same time was able to develop into a more modern artist. This work is a wonderfully fresh painting, and already at such an early stage a brisker touch can be seen than with many contemporaries; a hint of modern sketchiness.'
The starting price of 'The Girl in the National Costume' is 25 000 euros.
See the object here.
25th of November 2020
MY CHOICE IS...
Tero Metsärinta, specialist at Hagelstam & Co, chose Emil Cedercreutz's wonderful dog sculpture as his favourite from the Classic auction.
The sculptor, noble gentleman Emil Cedercreutz (1879-1949) studied at Finland's first line of sculptor training at the Academy of Arts. He later continued his art studies abroad, e.g. in Paris, where he was impressed by the work of Auguste Rodin, for example. Cedercreutz's sculptural technique is characterized by a sketchy grip. He is particularly known for his horse statues and his animal characters are lively and interesting. It is said that Marshal Mannerheim himself stated that "Anyone can carve me, but only Emil Cedercreutz can carve a horse under me."
"Cedercreutz's rare dog statue is a great object", Tero Metsärinta smiles. "As a dog person, I value the talented artist's eye and ability to portray an animal. Besides, art is also meant to delight and that's exactly what this sculpture does! "
The estimate of the sculpture is 1300 euros.
See the object here.
24th of November 2020
MY CHOICE IS...
Hagelstam & Co's specialist Tuomas Rossi's choice at the Classic auction is von Wright's impressive bird painting, 'Hazel Grouse'. The work was executed in 1887.
The youngest of the von Wright siblings, Ferdinand (1822-1906), received instruction in bird painting from his older brother Magnus. Ferdinand, who proved to be a diligent painter and draftsman, was simultaneously a spontaneous and precise maker whose hues glowed naturalness.
At the turn of the 1830s and 1840s, Ferdinand lived in Sweden with his brother Wilhelm, and learned oil painting techniques. As he returned home, he began to also paint different subjects with determination. Ferdinand's portraits and landscapes, as well as interesting still-lifes, appear to be historical genre images; of moments and atmospheres.
However, animal paintings always remained at the center of Ferdinand von Wright's art. In his classic bird paintings, he depicts bird life impressively and sophistically. After a study trip to Dresden in 1858, Ferdinand focused on creating works featuring particularly birds of prey and game. In the 1860s, a number of black grouse and capercaillie themes were born, and the ideas are repeated in his later production.
'Von Wright's brothers' interest in nature is tangible', Rossi ponders. 'Ferdinand had clearly examined and followed the life of the birds in the wild and was well acquainted with ornithology. The work also has a particularly fine and atmospheric background.'
The starting price of 'Hazel Grouse' is 15,000 euros.
See the work here .
26th of October 2020
PART OF THE HISTORY OF FINNISH LIGHTING
Hagelstam & Co's Nordic Lights Auction presents fantastic wall-lights by Paavo Tynell. The 1916 founded movie theatre Titania in Rauma was destroyed in the Finnish Winter War in February 1940, and the lighting for a new theatre Iso-Hannu was ordered from Paavo Tynell and Taito Oy, his well-known design company. The result is unbelievably imaginative; the wall-lights have curling forms with beautiful glass shades.
The auction also presents pieces from e.g. Lisa Johansson-Pape, Alvar Aalto and Ilmari Tapiovaara.
The viewing is open at Tehtaankatu 36, between 23rd-28th of October, weekdays at 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and on weekend 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
The auction will be held on Thursday 29th of October starting at 3 p.m.
Additional information on our website or at +358 (0)9- 6877 990 or [email protected] .
30th of September 2020
THE BEAUTY OF NORTHERN LIGHTS
The Nordic Light is a concept; a completely unique phenomena. During the summer, the light washes over Finland and the sun does not set in the north. In the winter, the dusk shadows the whole country and homes are lit by man-made artificial light.
Hagelstam & Co's Nordic Lights Auction will present lighting from different decades, by known designers and newer names. They all share a particularly wondrous vision of lighting - light - and shaping it to even more interesting, beautiful and spectacular. Through design, the nordic light has been captured; the light more fantastic than anywhere else in the world.
We are now accepting consignments for the auction. Our clients seek pieces from designers like Paavo Tynell, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Alvar Aalto, Heikki Turunen, Harri Koskinen and Eero Aarnio.
You can contact our specialists and request a free estimate of your objects and get more information about the auction.
The auction will be held on Thursday 29th of October, starting at 3 p.m.
18th of September 2020
BREAKING THE TRADITION - MEET LYNN CHADWICK'S WORK
The British sculptor Lynn Russell Chadwick's (1904-2003) vision of art was slightly mystic - he believed in the artist's capability to find interpretations from the imaginary. Originally studying to become an architect, Chadwick was impressed by the Jacob Epstein's works and drifted towards the sculpture.
In 1956 he was awarded with an international sculpture award in the Biennial in Venice, among seven other young British sculptors. Chadwick became known for his abstract expression and architectonic touch. The pieces are often bronze or other metal and the presented figures are edgy and strong. The monumentality is immanent, even if the size of the piece would be small. Lynn Chadwick's works are included in e.g. MoMa's, Tate Gallery's and Centre Georges Pompidou's collection.
In Hagelstam & Co's Modern + Urban Art Auction we present a wonderful, almost cubistic piece by Chadwick. The estimate is 16 000 euros. See details here .
14th of September 2020
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The diamond symbolizes purity and perfection and it is also thought to have spiritual powers. A diamond has often been seen as a sign of mutual love and loyalty between a married couple. But you can also get a diamond for yourself - as a jewel it is invincible and timeless.
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See the jewellery catalogue in our September Monthly Auction here .
13th of May 2020
HAGELSTAM & CO IS OFFERING THE FINEST OF MODERN ART AND DESIGN!
Hagelstam & Co's international spring Modern Auction will be held in May. We are presenting you an important selection of art and design from five decades. The auction offers rare works that are relevant and interesting collection purchases. These are the items to invest in!
The auction will be held on Tuesday 19th of May, starting at 3 p.m.
You can participate in the room at our premises, in real time via LIVE or by telephone at your convenience. We also accept absentee bids. To book a line, contact either +358-9-68 77990 or [email protected].
Viewing
The auction viewing is held 13th-18th of May at Tehtaankatu 36, weekdays at 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and on weekend 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Please note, that under the circumstances, the maximum capacity for visitors is five people at a time.
Should you have any questions concerning the items, our specialists will be happy to assist you. You can also request additional photos of the items.
Payment and collecting the lots
You can pay the invoice prior to collecting; via wire transfer or through our Svea / Maksuturva application. You will find it on 'My Hagelstam' page, under 'Invoices'. The invoice / wire transfer will also be e-mailed to you after the auction.
The collecting will take place in accordance with prevailing regulations at Tehtaankatu 27, 20th and 22nd of May, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (five customers at a time). Please contact us in advance if you are collecting several items and/or items with time-consuming packaging. As an exception, we also provide storage for items free of charge as agreed. However, the invoice must be paid by the due date. You can also request about the possibility to shipping items, we are happy to help you in the matter.
25th of April 2020
MAY MONTHLY AUCTIONS
(Göran Augustson, Composition, estimate 500 euros.)
Our next auctions will be held on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th of May, starting at 3 p.m.
Auctions will be held only on our website and you can participate in real time via LIVE. We also accept absentee bids as before. In these auctions there will be no prior price requirements/limit to phone bidding, so you can participate at your convenience. However, please note that there is a limited number of telephone lines available. To book a line, contact either 09-68 77990 or [email protected].
Viewing
This time, the auction viewing is only organized on our website. Should you have any questions concerning the items, our specialists will be happy to assist you. You can also request additional photos of the items.
Payment and collecting the lots
We wish to make it easy for our customers to collect the purchased lots. We are urging you to pay the invoice prior to collecting; via wire transfer or through our Svea / Maksuturva application. You can find it on 'My Hagelstam' page, under 'Invoices'. The invoice / wire transfer will also be e-mailed to you after the auction.
The collecting will take place in accordance with prevailing regulations at Tehtaankatu 27, 6th-8th of May, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (five customers at a time). Please contact us in advance if you are collecting several items and/or items with time-consuming packaging. As an exception, we also provide storage for items free of charge as agreed. However, the invoice must be paid by the due date. You can also request about the possibility to shipping items, we are happy to help you in the matter.
27th of March 2020
OUR OFFICES ARE CLOSED, BUT WE ARE STILL AT YOUR SERVICE!
Hagelstam & Co is closely following the recommendations of the Finnish government and health authorities, and we want to ensure that our operations meet all current requirements.
The safety of our employees and our customers remains as our priority. We are acting upon the new regulations, as well as keeping with our responsibilities in the international art market. Due to the current situation, our offices will be closed from March 30th to April 13th. However, in all evaluation and auction matters we are at your service by telephone and e-mail.
EVALUATIONS
We are currently conducting evaluations primarily through our online evaluation service, [email protected]. You can also contact our specialists directly; we'll be happy to help you to find the best way to participate in auction or evaluate your items. You will find the contact details here.
APRIL MONTHLY AUCTIONS
Our next auctions will be held on Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th of April, starting at 3 p.m. Auctions will be held only on our website and you can participate in real time via LIVE. We also accept absentee bids as before. There will be no prior price limit to phone bidding, so you can also participate by telephone at your convenience. However, please note that there is a limited number of telephone lines available. To book a line, contact either 09-68 77990 or [email protected].
VIEWING
The auction viewing is only organized on our website. Should you have any questions concerning the items, our specialists will be happy to assist. You can also request additional photos of the items.
PAYMENT AND COLLECTING THE LOTS
We wish to make it easy for our customers to collect the purchased lots. We are urging you to pay the invoice prior to collecting; via wire transfer or through our Svea / Maksuturva application. You can find it on 'My Hagelstam' page, under 'Invoices'. The invoice / wire transfer will also be e-mailed to you after the auction. The collecting will take place in accordance with prevailing regulations at Tehtaankatu 27, 8th - 9th of April, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (five customers at a time).
Please contact us in advance if you are collecting several items and/or items with time-consuming packaging. As an exception, we also provide storage for items free of charge as agreed. However, the invoice must be paid by the due date. You can also request about the possibility of shipping items, we are happy to help you in the matter.
Enquiries and further information:
Joachim Borgström, CEO, +358 40 5555 1334, [email protected]
+358 9 68 77 990, [email protected].
Wishing you all the best,
Hagelstam & Co
A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
Dear Customers,
The current situation in the world is challenging as we are facing a global health threat. Hagelstam & Co is closely following the Finnish Institute of Health and Wellfare's recommendations, and for us the priority is to ensure the well-being of our customers and our staff. We are continuing to provide you our services while making sure we respond as required to the epidemic.
We serve you the best we can and are providing you auctions and evaluations both online and in person. Our offices on Tehtaankatu are open normally on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will notify you of any changes.
Our next auctions will be held in April; the monthly auctions 7th-8th of April and Classic, Militaria and Numismatic -special auction 23rd of April. Please contact us for more sales and evaluation opportunities.
At the moment, a practical way to participate in auctions is through absentee bidding, phone bidding option or through LIVE -stream on our website.
We are also happy to assist you with a variety of transport options during this challenging time.
I wish everyone a good springtime!
Joachim Borgström
11th of February 2020
HELENE SCHJERFBECK'S BEAUTIFUL GIFT TO THE COMPOSER ERKKI MELARTIN
Hagelstam & Co is extremely pleased to present the highlight of the spring's Classic auction, one of the best-loved modernists in the world, Helene Schjerfbeck's enchanting work on appleblossom tree.
During the years, Schjerfbeck's way to paint had eventually become freer, with a hint of abstractism. Her style is atmospheric and instantly recognisable and expressive brushstrokes are presenting colour even more as an independent part of the painting. The work is a dream-like vision of a beautiful spring landscape. The glowing pastel-toned hues have blended to each other and with a powdery light create an impression of a lovely, sunny day. On the reverse side of the painting is a sketch to the Halkopoika; neighbour's son Einari Sahrman (Mäkinen?) from Hyvinkää.
Helene Schjerfbeck painted the work in the 1910s. According to the leading expert on her works, Leena Ahtola-Moorhouse, the picture was sent to the composer Erkki Melartin, who admired greatly Schjerfbeck's paintings, before 1917. Melartin had hoped to get a sketch from the artist already a couple of years before, thus probably receiving the work Young Girl (A Study for a tapestry).
The painting will be sold at Classic Auction, 5th of March.
Estimate is 100 000 euros.
Painting comes for sale from a private collection. Provenance: composer Erkki Melartin and a private family collection. More information, please contact CEO Joachim Borgström, [email protected], +358 (0)40 555 1334.
6th of Feb. 2020
ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS FOR THE CLASSIC AUCTION!
Hagelstam & Co's Classic auctions have always brought high quality and sought-after pieces to the wider audience. This spring we will present a collection of curated pieces from the 18th Century to the Early 20th Century.
We are now accepting consignments to the sale. The final day to consign is 14th of February, at Tehtaankatu 27 & 36. Should you wish to have a home visit, do not hesitate to contact our specialists. You will find the contact information here.
Our clients are seeking the works of e.g. Helene Schjerfbeck, Albert Edelfelt, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, Elin Danielson-Gambogi, Maria Wiik, Pekka Halonen, Hugo Simberg, Amélie Lundahl, Eero Järnefelt, Ellen Thesleff, brothers von Wright, Ivan Aivazovsky, Konstantin Korovin, Konstantin Makovsky, Nikolai Makovsky, Valentin Serov, Ilya Repin, Alexey Bogoljubov, Petr Petrovich Vereschagin, Ivan Shishkin, Boris Kustodiev, Pavel Fedotov, Fabergé, Vladimir Morozov, Pavel Ovchinnikov, Ivan Khlebnikov, Paul Buhre.
13th of Dec. 2019
CONSIGNMENTS ARE ACCEPTED FOR SPRING'S FIRST MODERN AUCTION!
Hagelstam & Co will organise the
Modern Auction
concentrating on modern and contemporary art as well as design
on 23rd January 2020
.The auction will present a collection of important art pieces and design items from the Mid 20th Century to today.
We are now accepting consignments to the sale. The final day to consign is 3rd of January, at Tehtaankatu 27 & 36. We conduct also home visits and answer your requests and give estimates by e-mail. You will find our specialists here.
Our international clients are particularly looking for works by e.g. Reidar Särestöniemi, Juhana Blomstedt, Max Salmi, Yrjö Saarinen, Ernst Mether-Borgström, Lars-Gunnar Nordström, Sam Vanni, Tove Jansson, Olli Lyytikäinen, Marika Mäkelä, Ilkka Lammi, Nanna Susi, Leena Luostarinen, Kain Tapper, Topi Ruotsalainen, Osmo Rauhala, Tommi Toija, Carolus Enckell, Nina Terno, Ahti Lavonen, Jarmo Mäkilä, Elina Brotherus, Sampsa Sarparanta, Jani Leinonen, Marjatta Tapiola, Samuli Heimonen, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns, Roy Lichtenstein, David Hockney and Victor Vasarely.
There is also a great interest for the designers Tapio Wirkkala, Alvar Aalto, Birger Kaipiainen, Rut Bryk, Kaj Franck, Oiva Toikka, Timo Sarpaneva, Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Paavo Tynell, Kyllikki Salmenhaara, Aune Siimes, Toini Muona, Michael Schilkin, Björn Weckström, Bertel Gardberg, Ritva Puotila, Dora Jung, Marianne Richter, Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Eero Saarinen, Josef Frank, Arne Jacobsen, Charles and Ray Eames, Poul Henningsen, Gio Ponti, Gerrit Rietveld, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Isamu Noguchi, Harry Bertoia, Poul Kjærholm, David Linley, Piero Lissoni and Le Corbusier.
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