Heritage's May 19 American Art Auction Spans Rockwell to Gilliam
Heritage Auctions will hold its American Art Signature Auction on May 19, featuring a curated selection of works from the 19th century through the modern era. The sale includes illustration, Western painting, and postwar abstraction, with highlights from Norman Rockwell and Sam Gilliam. Aviva Lehmann, Heritage’s Deputy Chairman of Fine Art, stated that the auction captures the full breadth of American art, from the Hudson River School to contemporary artists like Gilliam, reflecting the category's evolution.
Key facts
- Heritage Auctions holds American Art Signature Auction on May 19.
- Sale spans 19th century to modern era.
- Includes illustration, Western painting, and postwar abstraction.
- Works by Norman Rockwell and Sam Gilliam are featured.
- Aviva Lehmann is Deputy Chairman of Fine Art at Heritage.
- Auction reflects evolution from Hudson River School to contemporary art.
Entities
Artists
- Norman Rockwell
- Sam Gilliam
Institutions
- Heritage Auctions