World records are shattered in Shannon's April 29th fine art auction, which posts $2.4 million in... - Artwire Press Release from ArtfixDaily.com
MILFORD, Conn. - Shannonâs launched the spring season with strong results during their April 29th Fine Art Auction. Nearly 90 percent of the 201 lots offered were sold, realizing $2.4 million in total sales. Works by women artists, 19th century American art and Modernism led the sale, which was upbeat with busy chatter from a bank of 20 phone bidders and robust online participation. All prices reported include the buyerâs premium. Â The top lot of the auction was a masterpiece by Charles Morgan McIlhenney, titled Summer Afternoon by the Shore. The painting quadrupled the high es...