Snaps to Lisa, who just alerted me to what may well be the estate sale of the year. Or the decade. It starts tomorrow… in Racine, Wisconsin… and it’s advertised as including:
This week, we have the pleasure of offering you a chance to own some truly amazing items.
The Dominican Sisters of SIENA CENTER have asked ATR to liquidate thousands of items that are no longer in use at the convent.
Liquidation of amazing collectibles that have been stored for many years.
Items dating from the 1700s to Current. (A handful even older!)
Amazing Religious collectibles- Reliquaries, Host Makers, Fonts, Kneelers, Candlesticks, Rosaries, Books, Statuary, Artwork, and more.
Incredible collection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculptures, and posters. Oil paintings dating to the early 1800s, modern art pieces, local artists works, listed artists, and plenty of great pieces done by some of the sisters over the past 150 years.
Jewelry & Coins – A handful of gold and sterling watches, sterling thimbles, assorted jewelry pieces (mostly costume), Sterling Coins, Vatican Coin Set, as well as some ancient Roman coins.
Stamp Collection- One of the sisters was an avid stamp collector, and there are numerous stamp albums loaded with stamps.
Glass & Collectibles- Gorgeous Cut Crystal Pieces, depression glass, Limoge, china, vases, etc.
Mid Century Furniture- This sale has the largest collection of Thonet Chairs we have seen. 5 Different Styles of Thonet chairs, as well as a Thonet ottoman. Danish furniture, as well as other retro pieces mixed in. Pam notes: The chairs look fantastic! I spy what might be George Nelson for Steelcase office drawer units, too?
Retro Kitchen!!- We have a full Turquoise (aqua) kitchen. Including sink, countertops, and cabinets. This is amazing for any retro renovation! Pam notes: That’s a St. Charles kitchen – yum.
Antique Furniture- We have dozens of tables, from 12 foot harvest tables, to small parlor tables. Doctor’s Cabinets, Plant Stands, China Cabinets, Jelly Cupboards, Vestment Chests, Shelves, Cabinets, Built-ins, dormitory desks, and loads of chairs!!
Books- Antique religious books, newer best sellers, cookbooks, children’s books, and hundreds of books of sheet music.
Musical Instruments-Vintage accordion, as well as a number of organs.
Assorted Other Goodies- Pottery Wheels, Linens, Christmas and Holiday Items, Kitchenware, Luggage, Videos and Cassettes, Office Supplies, and more!
This will be an extremely fun sale, and a chance to purchase items that are rarely available to the public.
Here’s the link to complete info. I’ll ask Kate if she can go and take pics for the blog! http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/304554.aspx
UPDATE: Kate went to the estate sale — see her follow up story here.
Holley says
Bazinga! My husband and I have collected religious items like those shown for years — what a wonderful offering!! I wish, wish, wish we could be there — I think I’d buy all of the items shown! WOW ZOWEEE!!
Ana says
OMG. I’m nowhere near Wisconsin, but I’d love some of those Thonet chairs. Hope all that amazing stuff finds great new homes. Wow.
Brian says
Why couldn’t this have been when I was in Racine 2 weeks ago? Now I’m 700 miles away! On a side note I used to take piano lessons from a nun at that very convent when I was much younger. I remember lots of great stuff in there.
Dulcie says
Shoot, I was hoping it was the convent by my house. My cousin lives there and it’s got some awesome stuff in it as well. Must be a convent thing.
I’m in WI, but Racine is a bit too far for me to want to drive.
pam kueber says
Yup, the vintage Geneva kitchen cabinets that I used in my kitchen: From a cooking school run by nuns!
Dave says
Not sure Nelson ever designed for Steelcase….
pam kueber says
I was thinkin’ I saw some chests that looked like this: http://furnishmevintage.com/livingroom/george-nelson-for-herman-miller-steelcase-group-chests/
Dave says
Ahh…Steelframe group for Herman Miller. Nelson didn’t design for Steelcase.
Linda G. says
I’m so jealous of those of you who will be able to go to this one-of-a-kind event!! I would do anything to take that kitchen home with me:):)
Cynthia says
How fun! We will be in Wisconsin, but not until Monday. (Road-tripping from Colorado!) Too bad…I’d love to make space in my car to bring home those blue chairs. Hubby and kiddos probably wouldn’t be too happy about it, though…
nickarmadillo says
If I lived in WI, I’d be all over that Lane Acclaim table.
Caren says
I do live in Wisconsin and I’m seriously considering going. Won’t be able to make it until Saturday though. Fingers crossed for bargains!
Jody says
Holy heck, those blue chairs! I want!
Lisa says
I missed it before, but I’m totally digging the salon hair-drying chair.
pam kueber says
yes, that’s an amazing piece!