SPRING 2016 FINE ART AUCTION SEASON AT MARTIN LAWRENCE GALLERIES

GREENWICH, Conn., March 2, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Martin Lawrence Galleries Spring 2016 art auction season is here. We open this month with a release of one thousand works by the biggest names in art including Bertho, Chagall, Dalí, Erté, Francis, Fressinier, Golkar, Haring, Hofmann, Kondakova, Mas, Miró, Murakami, Picasso, Rembrandt, Warhol and others. Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire original paintings, sculptures, serigraphs, etchings, lithographs, and other limited edition works by world-renowned artists and the best emerging artists in the world.

This eclectic collection has a little something for everyone boasting of iconic Haring, signature Warhol; sensual Picasso, romantic Chagall and bronze sculpture by the elegant and always popular Erté; otherworldly landscapes from Kerry Hallam; contemporary works by the ever-so-charming Deyber, profound Lalonde, complex Murakami, talented Kostabi, and so much more. A rare and exciting look at the evocative range of artwork by these masters is only a glimpse into their aesthetic.

Collectors are encouraged to inquire early as these items move fast due to their competitive prices and limited edition. Contact a Martin Lawrence Gallery consultant by phone or email. View the complete auction online and request a print catalogue by email at auction@martinlawrence.com.

Martin Lawrence Galleries also invites collectors to a series of four live auction events, featuring active bidding, lively cocktails, scrumptious food and more. Attendee benefits include certificates towards further savings on coveted art and the opportunity to add never seen before original works to your collection. Remote bidding is available this year for those who cannot attend (contact for details). The live events are as follows and RSVP is required:

OAK BROOK, Friday, March 4, 2016 8:00 pm (preview 6:30 pm)
The Drake Hotel Oak Brook (The Grand Ballroom)
2301 York Road, Oak Brook RSVP (630) 954-3033

NEW ORLEANS, Sunday, March 6, 2016 2:00 pm (preview 12:30 pm)
The Westin New Orleans Canal Place (Magnolia Ballroom)
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans RSVP (504) 299-9055

COSTA MESA, Saturday, March 12, 2016 8:00 pm (preview 6:30 pm)
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa (Grand Ballroom)
3350 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa RSVP (949) 759-0134

SAN FRANCISCO, Saturday, March 19, 2016 8:00 pm (preview 6:30 pm)
Westin St. Francis (California Ballroom)
335 Powell Street, San Francisco RSVP (415) 956-0345

"While every auction season we bring forward our very best collections of artwork from around the world, this upcoming spring in particular promises to present more inspiring and rare art than ever before. With nearly a thousand lots, all at our competitive auction season pricing, you won't want to miss this exciting celebration of art."– Ivon Graner, Marketing Manager, Chalk & Vermilion Fine Arts, Inc./Martin Lawrence Galleries

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