STAIR sells interesting things from interesting people with a quirky, sophisticated twist.
Fine Traditional
Fine Traditional sales feature fine art, furniture and decorative arts from antiquity through the 19th century and can include Asian and ethnographic material as well as jewelry, silver and porcelain. Works included in these sales are of high-quality and often come from an esteemed collection with strong provenance.
20th Century, Modern and Contemporary Fine Art
20th Century, Modern and Contemporary fine art sales include paintings, works on paper and sculpture by American, European and Asian artists. These sales also include artist’s books and objets.
Art & Design
The Art & Design sales feature furniture, fine art and design objects in a mix of styles, colors and materials organized into curated groupings. We hope these room vignettes provide inspiration for a quick makeover or a future decorating project.
Single Owner
Single Owner sales offer a glimpse into the world of a collector and provide an opportunity to own an interesting thing from an interesting person. We have sold many single owner collections from prominent families, museums and corporations. Stair has had great success with Single Owner sales, some of the more notable ones being:
The Collection of Keith & Patti Richards
Property From Cornelia Guest, Formerly The Collection of Winston & C.Z. Guest, Templeton
Collection of Ambassador & Mrs. Joseph Verner Reed, Jr.
Property From The Estate Of Helen Frankenthaler
Jewelry
Our jewelry sales are as interesting and diverse as our clients. They range from familiar names like Buccellati, Bulgari, Cartier, Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels and Verdura; unique pieces from Marguerite Stix; to ethnographic jewelry with ancient elements, such as the numerous lots we sold from the Collection of Patti Cadby Birch. These sales are widely attended by both private collectors and international dealers.
Americana
These sales consist of Americana, decorative, folk and fine art, telling the story of American life and culture from the 18th century to the present and the important connections with our English and European roots.
Thursday Morning at STAIR
Our Thursday Morning at STAIR sales, also known as ‘Exposition Sales’, feature furniture, fine art and decorations at more modest price points. These sales are perfect for furnishing a new home or as a first foray into the auction world. Almost all lots are sold without reserve.
Porcelain
Whether you are looking for a dinner service or shopping for that perfect serving piece, our porcelain sales have a selection to suit every taste. We have carefully curated each porcelain sale with an emphasis on quality and taste. Join us to update your tablescape and enhance your next dinner party!