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DAY 1- MAY 2026 "TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER"

Fri, May 1, 2026 11:00AM EDT
  2026-05-01 11:00:00 2026-05-01 11:00:00 America/New_York Austin Auction Gallery Austin Auction Gallery : DAY 1- MAY 2026 "TREASURES FROM THE VAULTS OF A DALLAS DESIGNER" https://bid.austinauction.com/auctions/austin/day-1--may-2026-treasures-from-the-vaults-of-a-dallas-designer-22674
Day 1 of this exceptional auction unveils a curated selection from the private holdings of a prominent Dallas designer, offering an eclectic mix of refined taste and timeless style. Highlights include fine art and paintings, couture and luxury textiles, elegant furniture pieces, and an array of decorative arts ranging from fine china to lighting and accessories. Collectors will also find a selection of jewelry, including rings and other wearable treasures.
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Lot 1134

(35) CHRISTOFORUS SKLAVENITIS (ATTRIB.) 'MINOAN' GREEK STYLE CHESS SET

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$250

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
(lot of 35) Greek Revival mixed metal "Minoan" chess set, including: (34) chess pieces, attributed to Christoforus Sklavenitis (Greek, 20th c.), mid 20th c., cast pieces in the form of ancient warriors, horses, rulers, and bulls, in varied patinated and gilt finishes, a full set with (two) spare gilt-metal pawns, largest piece: approx 6"h, 2.75"w, 1"d; (1) metal-clad chessboard, some lifting to cladding, approx 23 5/8"l, 23 5/8"w; 24lbs total **Provenance: Treasures from the vaults of a Dallas designer** Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers. **NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE**

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For your convenience the shippers below have been provided an auction catalog
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FIREARMS SHIPPING
If you purchased a modern firearm you will need to have it shipped to an FFL holder in your area.
Please forward a copy of that FFL to EZSHIP+- Ben - 512-246-7117 email: Auction@ezshipplus.com.
EZSHIP+
will be shipping your firearm purchases

OPTIONS FOR SMALLER ITEMS (Ships UPS, Fedex, USPS)


Postal Annex- Chiraag - 512-331-5855

or email: pa7012@postalannex.com

(Ships UPS, Fedex, USPS)


The UPS Store - 512-418-0520

or email: store2548@theupsstore.com


The Packengers – 516-988-1914

or email: hellotexas@thepackengers.com


EZShip – Thai Pham - 512-246-7117

or online: auction@ezshipplus.com

OPTIONS FOR LARGER ITEMS (FURNITURE, ETC.)

Craters & Freighters, Jessina Santana, 888-520-1134

or: austin@cratersandfreighters.com


BLANKET WRAP SHIPPERS FOR FURNITURE AND LARGER ITEMS

 

PLYCON TRANSPORT (Speak With Jay, or email to jjuliano@plyconvanlines.com) - (631) 973-3088

BMC FREIGHT INTERNATIONAL - (954)-972-5786

RB SHIPING - (404) 524-9122

For a listing of more blanket wrap shippers for furniture visit.
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