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Estate of Catherine C. Blackwell, Former Detroit Educator, Major Collector of African Art & Esteemed Philanthropist

Bernard Davis Estate Sales is conducting an estate sale for the estate of Catherine C. Blackwell. A native of Detroit, Ms. Blackwell was an internationally recognized authority on African history and culture. She was an educator in the Detroit Public School system for nearly 40 years. She graduated from Northwestern High School and received an undergraduate degree from Howard University and a graduate degree in Education from Wayne State University.

Ms. Blackwell’s extensive African art collection has been exhibited at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Charles Wright Museum, Oakland University, Flint Public Library, and is considered to be one of the country’s best. Her collection features a rich range of compelling, artistic expressions collected throughout the African continent. As an educator and scholar, Ms. Blackwell opened the doors to Africa for numerous children and adults. She recognized the need in the community for an understanding and appreciation of art. Ms. Blackwell made 65 trips to 41 countries in Africa during her life beginning in 1960.

Catherine Blackwell’s rich, personal collection of African art and artifacts includes paintings, statues, figures, dolls, bronze figures, musical instruments, jewelry, clothing and furniture. Now for the first time anyone in the community can purchase works from her personal collection. Her collection is considered to be in high-demand among art aficionados. Bernard Davis Estate Sales suggests that you arrive early to acquire your desired artwork.

Who Should Attend: Art Dealers, Collectors, Art Enthusiasts Artists and Designers.  Everyone is invited to attend.

The following amazing items will be featured at the sale:

• Sculptures
• Bronze Figures
• African art
• African fabrics
• African Masks
• Mid-century modern furniture
• Stiffel Lamps
• Jewelry
• Floor Lamps
• Porcelain Figurines
• Roseville Pottery
• Milk Glass
• Dishware, Glassware
• Mahogany Secretary
• Antique & Period Chairs
• Dining Room Table
• Mahogany Display Cabinet
• Club Chairs
• Upholstered Ottomans
• Queen Anne Settee
• African Women’s Clothing (med/large, sizes 10-14 ), Shoes ( sizes 7 & 8), Hand Bags, Scarves, Hats
• Decorative Figurines
• American Cut Glass Bowls, Vases & Decanters
• Accessory Tables & Chairs
• Linen
• Desks, Work Tables
• Book Shelves

+++ Much Much More+++

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