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The closing week of December is turning into a whirlwind of art sales. On the 27th, Art Legacy Auctions launches its Fine Art Holiday Auction, spotlighting contemporary paintings and limited‑edition prints that appeal to both seasoned collectors and new buyers. The same day, a Pebble Beach estate auction offers an eclectic mix that includes high‑profile fine art alongside other prized items, while Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books presents a curated selection of historic maps and prints, underscoring the enduring demand for paper‑based works.

December 28 sees three marquee events. Art Group99 unveils an Andy Warhol collection featuring iconic silkscreen pieces and decorative art, drawing intense online bidding. William George’s low‑reserve gallery clearance showcases masterpieces by Kandinsky, Hopper, Dali, Picasso, Chagall, Klimt, Mondrian and Haring, highlighting a trend toward blockbuster, name‑artist sales at the year’s end. Meanwhile, the Antique Arena Fine Art and Antique Estate Auction and DejaVu’s massive warehouse liquidation both include substantial art inventories, from modern canvases to classic decorative pieces, reflecting how auction houses are bundling art with broader estate offerings to attract diverse audiences.

The 29th brings a series of specialist art auctions. Auctioneum Ltd’s 20th‑Century and Contemporary Art Auction delivers a focused catalogue of post‑war and contemporary works, while Clarkes Auctions at Semley runs a three‑day antiques sale that features Asian art and rare ceramics. Bolton Auction Rooms adds a festive timed sale of decorative arts, and Hans International Auction Co. presents an Important Asian Antiques and Masterpieces Auction, signaling strong buyer interest in Asian art. Criterion Auctioneers rounds out the day with an Art, Antiques & Attic Sale, emphasizing the appeal of hidden‑gem discoveries.

On the 30th, Rhoswens hosts the Modern & Traditional Art Collection Live Auction, blending cutting‑edge contemporary pieces with classic works, and Artcurial’s Un Hiver Marocain exhibition showcases Moroccan and African contemporary art, illustrating a growing appetite for non‑Western narratives. The final day of the month, December 31, concludes with Kunst‑ & Auktionshaus Schloss Hagenburg’s Auction 116, a mixed lot of art and antiques that caps the year’s activity.

Looking ahead into 2026, auction houses such as RoGallery, Magnusson Art Group, and Art + Object are scheduling large‑scale online art auctions, many featuring modern and contemporary collections, Asian art, and limited‑edition prints. The overall trend points to an increasingly digital marketplace, thematic specialization, and a focus on high‑profile name‑artist offerings as the sector moves into the new year.

Based on 415 digest summaries · Generated December 26, 2025

Michael Spooner Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Michael Spooner Auctions regularly hosts live and online auctions specializing in jewelry & watches, books, movies & media. Visit their website for upcoming catalogs and dates.

Harris Auction

December 27, 2025 —

Harris Auction is hosting the following upcoming auctions: MACHINE TOOLS on January 6, 2026, in Prescott, AZ, at Yavapai College- CTEC Surplus. FIREARMS~ on January 8, 2026, at 7PM in Prescott, AZ, with FFL Transfer. SHOOTING ACCESSORIES on January 8, 2026, at 7:15PM in Prescott, AZ, with Warehouse Pickup.

Kraft Auction Service

December 26, 2025 —

OLO New Year's Day Antique & Collectible Auction in Wanatah, Indiana, closes on January 1, 2026. OLO Elmer & Son Locksmith Inc. Public Auction in Steger, Illinois, closes on January 5, 2026. OLO Personal Collection of William “Willie” Jernigan in Syracuse, Indiana, closes on January 6, 2026. The 50th Anniversary Auction - Day 2 Premier Case XX Knives live auction in Valparaiso, Indiana, closes on January 9, 2026.

Auction Nation

December 26, 2025 —

SUNNY SLOPE, AZ is hosting a Vinyl Flooring, Tile and Accessories Auction on December 26, 2025, with 30 lots ending at 6:45 PM MST. A Doors Auction with 48 lots will end at 7:15 PM MST, and a Furniture and Home Decor Auction with 42 lots will end at 7:35 PM MST. METRO PHOENIX, AZ will have a General Merchandise Auction Part 1 on December 27, 2025, with 40 lots ending at 7:00 PM MST, and Part 2 with 69 lots ending at 7:20 PM MST. A Major Kitchen Appliances Auction in SUNNY SLOPE, AZ will end at 7:50 PM MST. DEER VALLEY, AZ will host a Bullion, Collectible Coin and Currency Auction on December 28, 2025, with 240 lots ending at 4:00 PM MST. SUNNY SLOPE, AZ will have a Kitchen and Bath Auction on December 29, 2025, with 46 lots ending at 7:30 PM MST.

Alaska Auction Co

December 26, 2025 —

Alaska Auction Company is hosting the 2026 Premier Auction on January 7, 2026, closing live at 6:00 pm (AKDT). Additionally, a Silver, Gold & Jewelry Auction will take place on January 8, 2026, also closing live at 6:00 pm (AKDT).

JD's Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Owens Estate Auction of Knoxville, TN is scheduled for December 27, 2025, and will be conducted online. On December 28, 2025, an auction featuring a Ford F150, Ford Transit, firearms, and flea market items will also take place online. The Dickens Estate Auction of Knoxville is set for January 4, 2026, and will be held online.

Gallery Auctions

December 26, 2025 —

Gallery Auctions will host a New Year Mid Century Modern + Modern Design auction on December 29, 2025, at 10 am, featuring over 340 lots available online. On January 5, 2026, at 10 am, they will hold a French Antiques auction from their Father & Son Shippers, with over 300 lots online. Both events will take place at 13310 Luthe Rd, Houston, TX 77039, with preview times starting at 8:00 am.

Mulberry Bank Auctioneers

December 26, 2025 —

Affordable Creations is hosting the SUPER SPECIAL BOXING WEEK JEWELRY AUCTION with 970 lots ending on December 27, 2025. A.J.C.A. LLC is featuring a Saturday Showcase with jewelry, coins, and more, comprising 2049 lots, also ending on December 27, 2025. Washington Surplus Inc is conducting an auction for unclaimed property, police seizures, and government surplus with 1853 lots ending on December 28, 2025. BYRAN'S ONTARIO WIDE TIMED ONLINE AUCTION concludes on December 30, 2025. The Estate of Sandra Lynn Canady auction ends on January 3, 2026. Taylor Real Estate Auction of Knoxville, TN, and Auto Body Business Real Estate auctions both end on January 8, 2026.

Gaston & Sheehan Auctioneers

December 26, 2025 —

City of Austin Fleet Mobility Services is selling a 2011 Boston WHA 240JC 22FT Boat on a 2011 Karavan SLT 80000TDB78 Tandem Axle 29FT Trailer and a 2014 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor 4Dr, ending January 2, 2026. Business Surplus is auctioning a 2017 Chevy Express Van and a 2016 Chevy Express Stabiltrak Van, ending January 2, 2026. The U.S. Marshals Service Fine Jewelry Auction features Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Rolex, Cartier watches, and gold and diamond jewelry, ending January 6, 2026. Pflugerville ISD is auctioning a Studio Shed, ending January 9, 2026. The U.S. Marshals Service Online Auction in Pennsylvania includes Sonim XP8 Smartphones, Microsoft Surface Pro Tablets, and Dell Monitors, ending January 9, 2026.

Amersham Auction Rooms

December 26, 2025 —

Amersham Auction Rooms is hosting an auction on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The catalogue for this auction is now available, and viewing times are scheduled for Tuesday from 2 to 5 pm, Wednesday from 9 am to 6 pm, and Thursday from 8:30 am to 10:15 am.

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