Sotheby's to Offer 50 Works from Hedreen Collection This November
In November, Sotheby's is set to auction around 50 pieces from the collection of Richard "Dick" Hedreen and his late wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Hedreen. Based in Seattle, the Hedreens amassed art over a span of 60 years, earning recognition for their philanthropy and support of local organizations. They are celebrated for their innovative approach of combining artworks from various periods, with pieces ranging from the 15th century to contemporary works. Notable highlights include significant paintings by Roy Lichtenstein and Cecily Brown, alongside Old Master pieces like Titian's "Mater Dolorosa," a portrait by Georg Pencz, a Baroque work by Bartolomeo Cavarozzi, and pieces by Gaetano Gandolfi. Additional auction details, such as specific dates and artists, remain undisclosed.
Key facts
- Sotheby's will offer around 50 works from the Hedreen Collection beginning in November.
- The collection belonged to Richard "Dick" Hedreen and his late wife Elizabeth "Betty" Hedreen.
- The Hedreens were philanthropists and supporters of Seattle and Washington State.
- They collected art for six decades and were pioneers in juxtaposing art from different periods.
- The collection spans from the 15th century to the present day.
- Highlights include paintings by Roy Lichtenstein and Cecily Brown.
- Old Master works include Titian's "Mater Dolorosa," a portrait by Georg Pencz, a Baroque piece by Bartolomeo Cavarozzi, and works by Gaetano Gandolfi.
- The sale will also feature a variety of other works in different media.
Entities
Artists
- Richard Hedreen
- Elizabeth Hedreen
- Roy Lichtenstein
- Cecily Brown
- Titian
- Georg Pencz
- Bartolomeo Cavarozzi
- Gaetano Gandolfi
Institutions
Locations
- Seattle
- United States
- Washington State