PARK CITY, UTAH RETREAT Enjoy a relaxing seven days in a private luxury residence in Park City, Utah. This 3 story, 6,719 sq. ft. home features five bedrooms, each with individual baths, making it a perfect getaway for a small group or an extended family! Relax in the hot tub, or on the back deck, overlooking picturesque Deer Valley, or indulge your inner foodie in the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen. Available from January 19th 29th, the week of the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, this amazing vacation home is located in a private neighborhood in Deer Valley with easy access to ski resorts or a nice walk to Park City. Value: $25,000 Minimum Bid: $10,000
LADY GAGA THE JOANNE WORLD TOUR Enjoy two lower level tickets at Citi Field in New York (Field Box Sections 1-19, 102-132) Monday, August 28, 2017 or Tuesday, August 29, 2017*, a 1-night stay for 2 in a standard room at the Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton or comparable in New York City, plus Winspire booking & concierge service. Grammy and Golden Globe winner and Academy-Award nominated Lady Gaga is a one-of-a-kind artist and performer. She has amassed an outstanding 30 million global album sales and 150 million single sales, making her one of the best -selling musicians of all time. Her fifth studio album Joanne was recently released and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200, marking her 4th consecutive #1 album the first female to do so in the 2010s. It was recently announced that Gaga will star in Bradley Cooper's remake of the 1954 musical drama film, A Star Is Born; the film is expected to be released in the fall of 2018. *Note: Winning Bidder must be willing to attend either date and must be booked a minimum of 60 days in advance (June 28-June 29, 2017). Every effort will be made to secure first choice, but tickets are subject to availability. Value: Priceless Minimum Bid: $2,500
SUNSET BY JAMES GWYNN James Gwynn (1921-2015), signed lower right, pastel on paper, 2010 Donated by Norman S. Rice James Gwynn began taking art classes at the Albany Institute of History & Art in 1937, which inspired his life-long career in design. James worked with leading department stores and specialty shops from Albany to New York and Philadelphia. In addition to his design work, he was an artist and worked regularly in watercolor. James also specialized in hand-painted window shades, designed to match the style of a room. In his later years he enjoyed painting beautiful and serene landscapes in pastels. Value: Priceless
Photo by Joe Elario Live Auction Preview DINNER FOR EIGHT AT ANGELO S 677 PRIME Enjoy a fabulous evening of food, wine and exceptional service at Angelo s 677 Prime in Albany, New York. This Wine Dinner can be specially curated to enhance your dining experience with the help of the Mazzone Hospitality staff. Angelo's 677 Prime is an upscale steakhouse located on Broadway and Clinton Avenue in Albany. Their menu has a variety of foods including sushi, salads, fresh seafood, and of course USDA Prime steaks. They have a wine list of over 400 varieties and a full bar. The 677 Prime Philosophy: To create a remarkable and memorable dining experience for each and every guest that honors us with their patronage. Continuing to improve on being masters of our craft. Learning every day and searching for ways to do all that we do better each and every time. Creating special memories for our guests by treating them like royalty and making them feel like family. Transportation to and from your dinner is included thanks to Superior Sedan Services. Value: $1,250 Minimum Bid: $1,000
GARDEN SCULPTURE Wood Nymph, part of the estate collection from Campania International 9 x32 55 lbs An elegant addition to any garden. The female figure is perched on a lotus blossom and holds a small lotus bloom in her hand. Made of Portland-based cement, the statue is finished in a copper bronze finish. The item is shown on a pedestal that is not part of the auction. A matching pedestal is available at Renaissance Floral Design. Please call if you are interested in this piece so one may be ordered for you in a finish to match the Wood Nymph. Minimum Bid: $250