Auction Finds: Folk Art & Functional Furniture

from secret book boxes to clever furniture: six pieces that caught my eye

One corner of the internet that never disappoints me is online auctions. My favorite way to relax at night is to click through their previews. There's a sense of possibility in each new catalog - what might appear on the next page? Like browsing library stacks or a good bookstore, I find the serendipity and juxtaposition of lots deeply satisfying. Some of my fondest memories from graduate school are visiting auction previews with my professors, handling pieces, and learning their histories.

Welcome to another edition of Auction Finds, your insider view of what's coming up at auction. As with all posts in this series, every piece featured is currently available for bidding, and I schedule this section so you can participate if something speaks to you. After the auction closes, I'll update with the final selling prices. Following auction results has been one of my best teachers. I share these time-sensitive finds exclusively with paid subscribers as a tangible thank you for your support…