Bonhams Dog Auction

In February, all roads lead to New York City for Dog Fanciers. 

 

 

Yes, the city hosts the Westminster Dog Show, but there are other Dog events that are downright drool-worthy…

 

 

Especially if you’re interested in Canine artworks, collectibles & antiques.

 

 

 

Oil on Canvas, Frank Paton 1892.  Lot 167.  Image: Bonhams, 2011

 

 

 

The annual Bonhams Dog Auction is not to be missed. 

 

 

 

It’s considered the Super Bowl for antique Dog enthusiasts! 

 

  

 

 

Bonhams’ Dog Sale Catalogs (2008 & 2009) are collectibles.

 

 

 

This year, the Bonhams Auction, Dogs in Show & Field, The Fine Art Sale,   is sure to be another winner.  It will be held on February 16th at Bonhams on Madison Avenue.   

 

 

 

 

Make your Mutt a “Best In Show” Winner!  Lot 24, 2011

  Westminster Kennel Club Bowl by Tiffany.  Image: Bonhams

 

 

 

Bonhams was the first major auction house to appreciate that Dog collectors and canine enthusiasts are well…

 

 

… barking mad about their Dogs. 

 

 

 

Victorian Brass Butler’s Bell, fetched $3300 in 2008.

See the bell in action in the video below  Image: Bonhams

 

 

 

Beginning in 1982, their Dog auctions have offered an intriguing array of Dog paintings, watercolors, prints, jewelry, décor, accessories and Dog collars.

 

 

 

Victorian Dog Collar, fetched $3355 in 2009.  Image: Bonhams

 

 

These Dog treats attract an equally intriguing mix of Dog fanciers. All walks of life can be found at the Bonhams Dog sale. 

 

 

A special preview, Barkfest at Bonhams benefiting the AKC Humane Fund, offers a champagne brunch and your Canine companion is welcome. 

 

 

Your Dog can view the items up for bid while sniffing & mingling with other art aficionados.

 

 

Zack, the Bull Terrier at Barkfest 2008.  Image: Daylife, Rueters.

 

 

The people watching is the best. 

 

 

You will see International art connoisseurs, socialites, the *elite* of the Dog show world (Have you ever seen the mockumentary movie Best In Show?), along with just plain average folks, like you & me.

 

 

Barkfest.  Image: American Kennel Club, Russell Bianca.

 

 

If you’re a real Auction Hound, you know that anything can happen at an auction.

 

 

While there have been astonishing results in the past, the prices run the gambit at the Bonhams Dog Auction and many times you can sniff out a real bargain! (the lowest gavel prices are less than $200.)

 

Can’t make it to New York?  You can register to bid via telephone.

 

 

Check out the wonderful video overview of the Bonhams Dog Auctions below.  Bonhams’ Charles O’Brian and Alan Fausel give an informative & personal tour of the 2008 Dog Sale.  

 

 

If Alan Fausel  looks familiar to you, you probably recognize him from  The Antiques Road Show  television program.

 

 

Don’t miss the silver-plated, pooper-scooper with the carved ivory handle!

 

Later, I’ve got to let the Dog out,