Summer Grandeur: 50 Years in the Making - Our Most Valuable Sale Ever
Thursday, August 28, 2025 -- Sunday, August 31, 2025, 1100 - 1700
THOMASTON, MAINE – Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, New England's distinguished international auction house, proudly presents Summer Grandeur, a spectacular four-day event from Thursday, August 28 through Sunday, August 31, 2025. With more than 1,500 exceptional lots-from masterworks and fine antiques to coveted collectibles-this historic sale is expected to achieve $3.3 to $4.7 million in total sales, making it the largest and most valuable auction in the gallery's 50-year history.
Renowned for unveiling important estates and newly discovered works, Thomaston Place continues to shape the auction world. Summer Grandeur promises a milestone in Maine's cultural calendar, offering an extraordinary variety of categories to captivate every collector:
Fine Art and Painting – American masterworks with deep Maine connections, including Gobbato, Bogdanove, Ipcar, Thon, and three generations of Wyeth, alongside contemporary Maine artists making their auction debut. From pre-modern to Pop Art, expect works by icons such as Andy Warhol across painting, sculpture, prints, and photography.
Furniture – Rare American furniture and tall clocks from Maine and New England, paired with modern American craftsmanship. Styles span cottagecore, garden décor, and classic Maine country, with highlights from Chippendale, Dunlap, and other celebrated makers.
Design and Luxury – An elite selection of vintage watches (Rolex, Omega, Doxa, Patek Philippe), Hermès and Louis Vuitton handbags, Tiffany and Co. jewelry, and other iconic fashion and luxury names.
Cultural and Historical Artifacts – Native American art, antiquities, global cultural treasures, military memorabilia, nautical pieces, bird decoys, rare books, ephemera, vintage signage, and historically significant vehicles, including a 1989 Daimler DS420 Limousine and a 1939 Citroën Traction Avant.
Musical and Specialty Items – Standout pieces like a Yamaha C2 Disklavier Grand Piano with Mark IV System, vintage and antique toys, memorabilia, and a wide array of rare, one-of-a-kind collectibles.
Preview the collection in person August 16–27 (closed Sundays), weekdays from 11 AM–5 PM and Saturdays from 12 PM–5 PM. Concierge viewings are available by appointment.
"As the largest and most valuable sale of our fifty years in business, Summer Grandeur celebrates the finest of American art, history, and craftsmanship," said Kaja Veilleux, Founder and Owner of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. "It's a remarkable collection that will inspire both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts. We invite you to experience this extraordinary event and help preserve the past for future generations."
For the complete auction catalog and bidder registration, visit thomastonauction.com.
Highlights include "The Wyeth Legacy: Three Generations of American Art," featuring rarely seen works by N.C., Andrew, and Jamie Wyeth. This captivating collection, spanning oil paintings, watercolors, illustrations, and lithographs, will be presented in a scholarly showcase on Sunday, August 31 at 11:00 AM EDT.
Attendees can preview pieces in person from August 16–27 (excluding Sundays), with weekday hours from 11 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 12 PM to 5 PM. Prefer personalized guidance? A private concierge is available by appointment to tailor your viewing experience.
Whether you're a seasoned collector, cultural institution, or an art history enthusiast, Summer Grandeur offers a rare chance to engage with Maine's finest cultural legacy. Join us for this historic sale-where every lot tells a story, and every piece holds the promise of discovery.
Category: Community | Auctions
Renowned for unveiling important estates and newly discovered works, Thomaston Place continues to shape the auction world. Summer Grandeur promises a milestone in Maine's cultural calendar, offering an extraordinary variety of categories to captivate every collector:
Fine Art and Painting – American masterworks with deep Maine connections, including Gobbato, Bogdanove, Ipcar, Thon, and three generations of Wyeth, alongside contemporary Maine artists making their auction debut. From pre-modern to Pop Art, expect works by icons such as Andy Warhol across painting, sculpture, prints, and photography.
Furniture – Rare American furniture and tall clocks from Maine and New England, paired with modern American craftsmanship. Styles span cottagecore, garden décor, and classic Maine country, with highlights from Chippendale, Dunlap, and other celebrated makers.
Design and Luxury – An elite selection of vintage watches (Rolex, Omega, Doxa, Patek Philippe), Hermès and Louis Vuitton handbags, Tiffany and Co. jewelry, and other iconic fashion and luxury names.
Cultural and Historical Artifacts – Native American art, antiquities, global cultural treasures, military memorabilia, nautical pieces, bird decoys, rare books, ephemera, vintage signage, and historically significant vehicles, including a 1989 Daimler DS420 Limousine and a 1939 Citroën Traction Avant.
Musical and Specialty Items – Standout pieces like a Yamaha C2 Disklavier Grand Piano with Mark IV System, vintage and antique toys, memorabilia, and a wide array of rare, one-of-a-kind collectibles.
Preview the collection in person August 16–27 (closed Sundays), weekdays from 11 AM–5 PM and Saturdays from 12 PM–5 PM. Concierge viewings are available by appointment.
"As the largest and most valuable sale of our fifty years in business, Summer Grandeur celebrates the finest of American art, history, and craftsmanship," said Kaja Veilleux, Founder and Owner of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. "It's a remarkable collection that will inspire both seasoned collectors and new enthusiasts. We invite you to experience this extraordinary event and help preserve the past for future generations."
For the complete auction catalog and bidder registration, visit thomastonauction.com.
Highlights include "The Wyeth Legacy: Three Generations of American Art," featuring rarely seen works by N.C., Andrew, and Jamie Wyeth. This captivating collection, spanning oil paintings, watercolors, illustrations, and lithographs, will be presented in a scholarly showcase on Sunday, August 31 at 11:00 AM EDT.
Attendees can preview pieces in person from August 16–27 (excluding Sundays), with weekday hours from 11 AM to 5 PM and Saturdays from 12 PM to 5 PM. Prefer personalized guidance? A private concierge is available by appointment to tailor your viewing experience.
Whether you're a seasoned collector, cultural institution, or an art history enthusiast, Summer Grandeur offers a rare chance to engage with Maine's finest cultural legacy. Join us for this historic sale-where every lot tells a story, and every piece holds the promise of discovery.
Category: Community | Auctions
Starting Price Per Person
Free
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Thomaston Place Auction Galleries Inc
51 Atlantic Highway
Thomaston Maine 04861
United States
( Multi-Purpose Events Venue )
51 Atlantic Highway
Thomaston Maine 04861
United States
( Multi-Purpose Events Venue )
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