The Ilene Hochberg Wood Collection – An Eclectic Fine Art Auction!

The Ilene Hochberg Wood Collection – An Eclectic Fine Art Auction!

Online Auction: 7PM Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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An Extraordinary Collection from an Extraordinary Collector!

A Collection Worth Exploring!

Whether you’re an experienced art collector, decorator, dealer, or simply appreciate beautiful and unusual works of art, we invite you to explore this fascinating collection.

Discover an eclectic collection of local, regional, national and international artists, featuring original oil paintings, watercolors, serigraphs, drawings and prints.

From traditional landscapes and Pennsylvania regional art to Mid-Century, Modern and Expressionist works, this diverse collection offers something for every art lover.

Featuring works by Laszlo Matulay, Eleanor Barba, George Peter, Marilyn Fox, Wanda Miller Matthews, Bernard Buffet, Jessica Bastidas, Margaret Oettinger, Calvin Burnett and many others.

Original Art • Listed Artists • Regional Favorites • Affordable Finds

Tom Hall Auctions is pleased to present an eclectic collection of fine art from the personal collection of Ilene Hochberg Wood, an accomplished designer, visual artist, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized collector.

This exciting auction features a diverse selection of works by local, regional, national, and international artists, including original oil paintings, watercolors, serigraphs, prints, and more.

Collected by a woman with a lifelong passion for art, design, fashion, and antiques, this collection reflects a remarkable range of artistic interests, styles, and creative expression.

Meet the Collector – Ilene Hochberg Wood

Ilene Hochberg Wood has had a successful career in many creative capacities, including Fashion Direction, Visual Merchandising, Pet Product Design, Jewelry Design, Visual Artist, Magazine Editor and New York Times bestselling author of ten books.

She has curated and created what has been described by industry experts as the largest and best handbag collection in the world, pending Guinness Book verification. The collection forms the basis of a series of traveling museum exhibitions, PURSEonality, which is also the title of her upcoming book.

Ms. Hochberg Wood is a savvy individual, known for her wit and style. She has appeared on countless television programs to promote her projects, both here and abroad. Stories about her, the handbag collection, museum exhibition, and her books, have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers.

She holds a black belt in shopping, and enjoys collecting and selling art, antiques, jewelry, vintage fashion, and handbags. She is also an avid community leader and activist, involved in a number of non-profit organizations.

Preview

Preview is available by appointment at the Tom Hall Auction Gallery.

Call 610-799-0808 to schedule.

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Buyer Pickup

Day after the auction: 12:00–3:30 PM

Monday–Friday: 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

All purchases must be picked up within 7 days of the auction.

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Online Bidding Terms

Major credit cards accepted. 20% Buyer’s Premium. 6% Pennsylvania Sales Tax will be collected unless a valid Sales Tax Exemption Certificate is on file.

Checks and PayPal are not accepted.

At the Auctioneer’s discretion, wire transfer or cash may be required for certain purchases or invoices exceeding $1,200, particularly for jewelry purchases, new HiBid bidders or bidders new to Tom Hall Auctions. Valid identification may also be required.

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