The Estate of Elizabeth Ernst: Folk Artist & Collector

Rivich Auction is pleased to present the estate of Elizabeth Ernst, a beloved Chicago folk artist and passionate collector whose eye for the unusual, handmade, and beautifully aged shaped a distinctive personal collection. This upcoming selection brings together folk art, primitive and outsider objects, vintage furnishings, decorative arts, and other one-of-a-kind pieces reflecting Ernst’s appreciation for character, craftsmanship, and history. A thoughtful collection filled with charm and discovery, with plenty to explore for collectors, designers, and lovers of the unexpected.