Beyond the Button: The Art of Collecting, D 1

Discover the extraordinary artistry, craftsmanship, and history of collectible buttons in "Beyond the Button: The Art of Collecting," an exceptional two-day auction featuring 850 lots of antique, vintage, and contemporary buttons. This specialized offering brings together an impressive variety of glass, enamel, metal, pearl, porcelain, ceramic, and other decorative buttons, ranging from intricate 19th-century examples to imaginative contemporary studio creations. Collectors will discover colorful Czech glass, West German moonglows, Leo Popper glass buttons, charming pictorial designs, and beautifully detailed examples representing generations of button-making traditions. The auction showcases an exciting selection of Division One and Division Three buttons, including intricate...