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David Cohen Hosts New York Studio School Virtual Gala Silent Auction

market-auction · 2026-04-22

David Cohen has the honor of being the master of ceremonies for the closing of the silent auction at the New York Studio School's virtual gala, which he describes as a significant privilege. Bidding will remain open until the event wraps up at bidpal.net/nyssbenefit, showcasing a variety of artworks. Recently, Cohen led an Instagram Live tour where he highlighted specific pieces, delving into aspects like texture and scale, featuring artists such as Kamini Avril, Andrea Belag, and others. Among the featured works, Kamini Avril's oil painting from 2019, titled Forsythia, is valued at $1,800, and the minimum bid starts at $650.

Key facts

  • David Cohen is MC for the silent auction closing at New York Studio School's virtual gala
  • Bidding is open at bidpal.net/nyssbenefit
  • Cohen recorded an Instagram Live walkthrough of selected auction works
  • The walkthrough discussed scale and texture in artworks by multiple artists
  • Kamini Avril's 2019 oil painting Forsythia is valued at $1800
  • Opening bid for Forsythia is $650
  • The event is a virtual gala for New York Studio School
  • Works by 16 named artists are included in the auction

Entities

Artists

  • David Cohen
  • Kamini Avril
  • Andrea Belag
  • Susanna Coffey
  • Cora Cohen
  • Lois Dodd
  • Angela Dufresne
  • Bruce Gagnier
  • David Humphrey
  • Alex Katz
  • Medrie MacPhee
  • Graham Nickson
  • Janice Nowinski
  • Sean Scully
  • Stuart Shils
  • Kyle Staver
  • Susan Vecsey

Institutions

  • New York Studio School
  • artcritical

Locations

  • New York

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