THOMASTON, Maine, July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thomaston Place Auction Galleries is pleased to announce its highly anticipated "Summer Grandeur" auction, a major four-day event taking place August 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2025. This landmark event is highlighted by "The Wyeth Legacy," an exceptional collection honoring Maine's first family of American art.
For over two centuries, artists have journeyed to Maine, captivated by its rugged coastlines and endless natural beauty. In this tradition, "Summer Grandeur" offers a rare opportunity to acquire works collected over generations by those who live in Maine or hold deep personal ties to the region. The complete auction catalog will be available for viewing, and early registration is recommended to bid at live.thomastonauction.com.
This monumental auction celebrates significant achievements in American art, with a particular focus on paintings, antiques, furniture, and rare artifacts. All are drawn from distinguished private collections and important estates across the East Coast and New England, underscoring Maine's rich cultural heritage and historical importance.
Taking center stage on Sunday, August 31, at 11:00 AM EDT, is "The Wyeth Legacy: Three Generations of American Art." This landmark collection proudly honors Maine's legendary art family: N.C. Wyeth, Andrew Wyeth, and Jamie Wyeth. This carefully arranged and scholarly presentation showcases the profound influence of the Wyeth family on American art throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
Accompanied by exceptional provenance and extensive exhibition histories, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for collectors, scholars, and institutions to engage with American art at its finest. This special segment of the auction will showcase the breadth and depth of the Wyeth family's achievements—from iconic landscapes to rarely seen early studies. The collection includes oil paintings, watercolors, pen and ink drawings, illustrations, and lithographs, many never publicly displayed and sourced directly from notable private collections and historic Maine estates.
"We are honored to present The Wyeth Legacy as a centerpiece of our summer auction feature," said Kaja Veilleux, Founder and Auctioneer at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. "This is an unprecedented tribute to three generations of masterful storytelling, deeply intertwined with Maine's cultural heritage."
A must-attend for collectors, scholars, and institutions alike, "Summer Grandeur" offers bidders the chance to acquire museum-quality masterpieces and rediscover narratives that have defined American visual culture for over a century. Beyond the Wyeth collection, the four-day event spans over 1,500 lots, including an extensive selection of fine art, antiques, rare books, decorative arts, and much more.
The diverse catalog includes works held in private collections for generations, many by American artists with strong personal and regional ties to Maine. With live, online, phone, and absentee bidding options all available, Thomaston Place Auction Galleries welcomes participants from around the world. For more information, visit thomastonauction.com.
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About Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Recognized among the most respected names in the auction industry—including Christie's, Sotheby's, Bonhams, and Phillips—Thomaston Place Auction Galleries is a trusted full-service auction house based in Thomaston, Maine. Specializing in fine art, antiques, jewelry, rare artifacts, and museum-quality pieces, the gallery is renowned for its expertly orchestrated auctions that attract a global audience of distinguished collectors.
Rooted in a deep appreciation for history and presenting New England's most treasured estates to the world's finest collectors, Thomaston Place brings rare and meaningful works to market—expertly sourced from distinguished New England private collections. Through in-person, phone, absentee, and online bidding, the auction house connects discerning buyers worldwide with treasured pieces of the past—ensuring that the stories endure and continue to inspire future generations.
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