Autumn Majestic 2025 Unlocks Maine's 'Treasure Chest of America' in a Dazzling Display of Color, Art & Worldly Treasures

THOMASTON, Maine, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrating the vibrant colors of fall and Maine's heritage as the "Treasure Chest of America," Thomaston Place Auction Galleries proudly presents Autumn Majestic 2025 — a four-day auction event showcasing a dazzling diversity of fine art, rare antiques, Americana, folk art, and worldly treasures.

The sale runs November 6–9, 2025, beginning daily at 11 a.m. EST, and will feature more than 1,700 exceptional objects spanning centuries of art, design, culture, and creativity from around the globe.

Day One opens with outdoor sporting themes deeply connected to Maine's traditions, featuring a significant collection of firearms, militaria, and fish decoys. The following three days expand into a remarkable presentation of American paintings, furniture, Asian art, folk art, nautical objects, estate jewelry, memorabilia, modern design, and classic cars — offering inspiration for collectors at every level.

Across all four days, Autumn Majestic 2025 unfolds as a journey through centuries of creativity — from early Americana and maritime craftsmanship to modern design and international fine art. Each session reveals the passion and provenance that define Thomaston Place Auction Galleries' enduring commitment to quality, preservation, and discovery.

Fine Art Highlights

Anchoring the event is Rooster with Brood (1971) by Dahlov Ipcar, a cornerstone painting offered for the first time at auction, with distinguished provenance from the personal collection of the late Linda Bean, granddaughter of outdoor outfitter L.L. Bean. This remarkable work — Bean's first art acquisition — marks the beginning of one of Maine's most significant private art collections.

The auction also presents an exceptional array of American art, featuring works by James Fitzgerald, Joseph Knowles, Lynn Drexler, and Imero Gobbato, alongside international talents Kee Fung Ng and Min Wae Aung. Complementing these are distinguished selections by Pablo Picasso, and notable American painters Eric Sloane, William Thon, Timothy Wilson, and R. Emmett Owen, as well as contemporary voices including Karl Holmqvist, Robert Remsen Vickrey, Douglas Anthony Metro, and Yankel Ginzburg — together offering a compelling cross-section of artistic achievement, spanning regional to national, and pre-modern to contemporary eras.

Additional Highlights

• Pre-Modern Fine Art: 18th–19th century American and European paintings, featuring Robert Henri and others from the pre-modern and classical traditions.
• American Furniture & Design: Thomas Moser and Vladimir Kagan dining sets; Maine-made Windsor Chairmakers pieces; early American Federal and Chippendale examples.
• Americana & Folk Art: Early Bellamy eagle, Jarvis Boone sailor panels, vintage Maine signs.
• Memorabilia: Civil War flags, Lincoln relics, vintage sports and fashion collectibles.
• Asian Art: Qing-dynasty jade carvings, Burmese bronze sculptures, Republic-period porcelain.
• Estate Jewelry & Watches: Art Deco diamonds, emeralds, and timepieces by IWC, Omega, and Vacheron Constantin.
• Classic Cars & License Plates: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle, 1953 Chevrolet pickup, 1989 Daimler, and rare early American porcelain plates.

Auction Details

Dates: November 6–9, 2025
Location: Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, 51 Atlantic Highway, Thomaston, Maine
Preview: November 1, 3–5 (Weekdays 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Weekends Noon–5 p.m.)
Bidding: In person, absentee, by phone, or online at live.thomaston.com

From the world to Maine and Maine to the world, Autumn Majestic 2025 invites collectors, museums, and enthusiasts to discover treasures that embody creativity, culture, and heritage — each reflecting the enduring mission of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries.

High-resolution images, press materials, and interview opportunities are available upon request. For details on how to participate, visit How to Bid or complete the Phone/Absentee Bid Form to register for the sale. With limited seating and phone lines available, collectors are encouraged to register early to secure participation.

About Thomaston Place Auction Galleries

Thomaston Place Auction Galleries is an international leader in the sale of fine art, antiques, and estate collections. Located in the heart of Maine's mid-coast, the gallery has built a reputation for curating exceptional auctions that unite collectors with extraordinary works of art and design. Each sale reflects the company's enduring commitment to quality, scholarship, and discovery — celebrating creativity from Maine and around the world.

CONTACT: All press inquiries may be submitted to [email protected]

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