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Modern Design, Fine Art & Jewelry - August Day 1

Sat, Aug 16, 2025 11:00AM EDT
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Over 900 lots will be offered in day 1 of our 2 day auction weekend! There are multiple lots of fine art from mixed medias and abstracts to landscapes and lithographs. We have a Lifetime Collection of Fashion, Movie Ephemera, Art Glass Sculptures, Modern Furniture, Fantastic Estate Jewelry, and more.
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Lot 535

Bruce Lenore (Born 1955) American, Post Modern Ceramic Raku Lidded Sculptural Vessel

Estimate: $100 - $200
Starting Bid
$50

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Bruce Lenore (Born 1955) American, Post Modern Ceramic Raku Lidded Sculptural Vessel. Different designs on each side. Various colors include different blues, red, gray, cream,  yellow, and purple. Signed BL and dated 81 on underside. 

Condition: Commensurate with age, minor scratches and marks. 

Size: 7 1/2 x 5 x 18 in.

Bruce Lenore discovered his passion for art at age 10, inspired by his grandfather’s watercolor painting. He earned degrees from the Hartford Art School and Rhode Island School of Design, and spent years as a full-time ceramic artist before tendonitis led him to pursue teaching. For 25 years, he taught at Smithfield High School, where he created a vibrant, inclusive classroom that nurtured creativity, emotional expression, and connection. Known for his energy, empathy, and ability to inspire, Lenore also started after-school clubs, built a student garden, and helped countless students feel seen and supported. Since retiring, he has returned to full-time ceramics, creating unique, nature-inspired bonsai pots and traveling extensively. His legacy lives on in both his students and his artwork.

Condition: Commensurate with age, minor scratches and marks. 

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7 1/2 x 5 x 18 in.