Freeman's

Three days after the Treaty of Paris officially ended the American Revolution, Thomas Jefferson sat down in Annapolis to write about the future of a new nation.

Offered in How History Unfolds on Paper: Important Americana from the Eric C. Caren Collection, Part X, this remarkable 1784 autograph letter captures Jefferson reflecting on America's stability, the challenges facing the fledgling republic, and his plans to publish what would become Notes on the State of Virginia.

Carried to Paris by Lt. Col. David Franks—likely the first Jewish American to serve in the nation's diplomatic corps—the letter also sheds light on a lesser-known patriot whose contributions helped shape the early United States.

A powerful witness to the dawn of American independence, this extraordinary document offers a rare glimpse into Jefferson's vision for the nation at one of the most pivotal moments in its history.

Lot 80 | June 30

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The Quay captures the artist’s signature impressionistic style, with luminous color and energetic brushwork bringing a bustling waterfront scene to life.

This charming oil on board is offered in our upcoming Interiors auction, presenting an opportunity to acquire a work by one of America’s celebrated maritime painters.

Lot 55 | Richard Hayley Lever (American, 187-1958) 'The Quay'
Interiors | June 26

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Featuring more than 300 carefully curated lots, this exceptional sale showcases the richness and diversity of Asian art traditions, from Chinese porcelains and scholar's objects to finely carved jade, s***f bottles, textiles, and important Japanese and Korean works of art.

Highlights include a Qing dynasty blue and white dragon tripod censer, a rare Han dynasty lacquered ear cup, an impressive Meiji-period Japanese household shrine, and a powerful Tibetan gilt bronze figure of Yamantaka. Spanning centuries of cultural achievement, the sale offers discoveries for seasoned collectors and newcomers alike.

June 25 | Asian Works of Art
Explore remarkable works that celebrate the enduring beauty, history, and craftsmanship of Asia's artistic traditions. Link in bio to register and browse the catalog.