Audio Systems in the Summer Modern & Contemporary Auction
For your inner audiophile — enjoy the high fidelity sounds of the Summer Modern & Contemporary Auction.
Collector Cars at Leland Little
Sometimes more is more, but sometimes more is just better.
Summer Treasures
Sun kissed gold, rich blues, and undulating diamond waves
Retail Fine Wine at Leland Little
Dinner Party Inspiration
Unboxing: A Brief History on Tea Caddies
"Being somewhat of an expensive commodity at that time, dry tea leaves required proper storage with a lock and key." Brian Kuebler - Decorative Arts & Sculpture Director
Garden and Architectural Design Charrette
Upgrade your Garden
Oriental Translations in Jugtown Pottery
"...they [Jugtown Pottery] created totally new shapes in North Carolina pottery..." - Pam Briggs, Fashion, Pottery & Porcelain Director
Important Watches in The Signature Summer Auction
Setting the Time Standard for Excellence and Elegance
Unboxing: Marc Chagall Portfolio
"The dignity of the artist lies in his duty of keeping awake the sense of wonder in the world." Marc Chagall
Sine Qua Non
Born of pure passion and a wishful dream -SQN
An Insider's Look: Shoeshine Boy
"[John George] Brown grew up in poverty in England and was particularly sensitive to the lives of tens of thousands of children living on the streets of New York City in the 19th century." - Claire Fraser, Fine Art Director
Summer Collector Vehicles Auction
"...Love is not love Which alters when it alteration finds, Or bends with the remover to remove. O no! it is an ever-fixed mark That looks on tempests and is never shaken..." Could William Shakespeare have been thinking about car collectors?
Special Feature with Nancy Blount
"The Signature Summer Auction has a burst of color brought in by these two significant pieces." - Nancy Blount, Fine Jewelry Director
A Conversation with Jack Dudley
Significant Makers and the Stories Behind the Decoys
An Insider's Look: The Intriguing Personalities of Face Jugs
Face vessels have enticed collectors for decades...(they are) fascinated by the potters' ability to endow an ordinary water pitcher or whiskey jug with a personality - Pam Briggs
Retail Fine Wine at Leland Little
Wine for now, wine for later
The Finer Points: Derby-Ready Necessities
Style, speed, and tradition -- The Kentucky Derby, the greatest two minutes in sports. It's right around the corner; get prepared and celebrate in style.
Musical Instruments in the Memorial Weekend Auction
"Rob and I have both been passionate about music, both as listeners as well as musicians." - Leland Little
Spring Modern Art & Design Walkthrough
Trailblazing Art and Artists
An Insider's Look: Faces of the Civil War
Capturing life in the face of death, these documentary photographs show individual soldiers forever changed by the American Civil War.
Special Feature with Julia Kelley-Swift
With aromas of ginger, saffron, and beeswax, this rare Hungarian wine is so sweet it is best enjoyed by the spoonful.
The Estate of the late Frank Daniels, Jr. and his wife, Julia Jones Daniels
If you are going to live in a community, you ought to be involved in the community - Frank Daniels, Jr.
A Revolution in Sound
Portable and Affordable Mechanical Music, A Revolution in Sound
Special Feature with Nancy Blount
Cartier brooches in the Signature Spring Auction - exquisitely crafted to be elegant, whimsical, and just plain fun to wear.
Special Feature with Lynne Millies
Explore the lesser-known side of Domaine de la Romanee-Conti.
Special Feature with Claire Fraser
Discover powerfully emotional abstractions and "great unctuous chalky applications of paint" with Fine Art Director, Claire Fraser.
Special Feature with Rob Golan
Everybody likes lost gold that is found
Concours Level Cars at Leland Little
What does it take to be a Concours level car?
Exquisite Art
Fine Brooches in The Signature Spring Auction
A Moment with Leland Little: A Regional Comparison
A narrative in wood. How details tell the story of time and place.
Power, Grace, and Pure Determination
(Wilson) told me to pay attention to what my body felt like in movement. Within that elongation, there’s a feeling, an attitude and expression. I hate to think had I not played sports what my work would look like. – Ernie Barnes
A Moment With Pam Briggs
The origin of Delftware is rooted in a story of civil war, consumer demand, and superb imitation.
The Science of Shadows
Measuring the Days with Shadow and Light
An Insider's Look: Ukiyo-e Woodblock Prints
Pictures of the Floating World
Winter Modern Art & Design Gallery Walkthrough
North Carolina Artists in Modern Art & Design
Sporting Art Fair 2023
A celebration of history, community, art, and a love of the outdoors
Live Like a Bridgerton
Classical and Tasteful Design with Show-Stopping Details
Special Feature with Brian Kuebler
The Spontaneous Art of Paul Chaleff
The Finer Points: Equestrian Art
"No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle." — Winston Churchill
A Moment with Nancy Blount
This work would have been proudly displayed in the public parlor...showing the skill and perseverance of their daughter - Nancy Blount
Special Feature with Rob Golan
Travel somewhere in time with our Rare Coins and Historical Director.
Luxury Accessories Preview Walk
Collectible, Wearable, and Giftable Art
Tour of The Signature Winter Auction
Sunlight dances through our gallery in anticipation of our Signature Winter Auction this Saturday, December 3rd.
Special Feature with Claire Fraser: The Sporting Art of P.L. Rosseau
Percival Leonard Rosseau...was a tremendously interesting artist... - Claire Fraser
A Conversation with Ken Gross at the 2022 Concours d'Elegance
They were designed to be beautiful, and that is all they had to be. And they are. -Ken Gross
The Perfect Ornament
The holidays are upon us. It is time to deck the halls and be merry. This year, instead of looking for that perfect ornament to trim the tree, why not discover that one-of-a-kind treasure to spark your joy for the season?
Cellar Tour with Mark Solomon
We believe this whiskey to be unique...like an antique enhanced by age, nature has mellowed this bourbon to a memorable perfection. It has been reserved and bottled for a connoisseur. - Very Old Fitzgerald Label
Unboxing: The Worlds of Paul Stankard
“By blending mysticism with magical realism, I work to express organic credibility through my botanical interpretations. Crafted in glass, I reference the continuum of nature and celebrate on an intimate level her primal beauty.” — Paul J. Stankard
Special Feature with Luke Newbold
Can you spot the ghostly figures in this painted scene?
The Finer Points: Statement Seating
When curating a space, consider the design principles of function, style, and personality. An anchor piece, whether a work of art or a unique piece of furniture, can set the tone for an entire room. We were inspired by the eye-catching pieces offered in the November Estate Auction.
Fall 2022 Sporting Art Auction Walkthrough
Couldn’t make it to Leland Little gallery to explore the decoys, fine art, and more of The Fall Sporting Art Auction? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered!
Beads Are Back
I saw Harry Styles wearing bright and bold beads. So I bought bright and bold beads.
The Sporting Art Lifestyle
Our Sporting Art Director, Robbie Smith, has hit the road once again, this time exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. Expect a full day of fly fishing with a very special reel, art history, good company, and, of course, beautiful scenery.
A Moment With Pam Briggs
Our Pottery, Porcelain, and Fashion Director guides us through a fine collection of Southwestern pottery, focusing on some of her favorite pieces and highlighting three generations of Hopi artists.
An Evening of Modern Art & Design at Leland Little
It was a night full of modern art, timeless design, and good company.
Collector Cars at Auction
The Estate & Collector Vehicles Department specializes not only in the classics that have our hearts from years past, but also the cars that are destined to be the classics of the future.
Significant Properties: Redbud
Where historical meets modern - Beth Louden
An Insider's Look: Movement and Light in Metal
This large scale kinetic sculpture, comprised of steel plates and paint, moves and changes day by day. A gentle breeze or changing light presents new discoveries to the careful observer.
An Insider's Look: Steuben Glass Throughout the Decades
The United Nations declared 2022 to be the International Year of Glass. Aligned with their vision to celebrate the past, present, and future of this material, our Modern Design & Glass Director, Luke Newbold, walks us through a collection of Steuben glass from the early to mid 20th century.
Special Feature with Nancy Blount
The brooch speaks to the elegance and femininity of jewelry from that era.
If Walls Could Talk: The Portrait of Frau Z.
Born of oil on the canvas of Franz Wiegele, Frau Z. came to life. Perhaps in the studio or perhaps in the home of a Swiss art patron, she began her soft gaze over her left shoulder.
The Stars are Aligned for Sapphires
We are offering this rare blue beauty during its birthstone month of September. Find out why its sparkle is so special.
Special Feature with Lynne Millies
Elvis has not left the building...
Bottle Talk with a Novice
Watch as Fine Wine & Rare Spirits Director, Mark Solomon and Chloe Ghillani of the Content Team discuss the Portuguese sweet wine, Port. Enjoy first reactions, personal stories, and so much more in the first episode of this new series.
The Finer Points: North Carolina Art Across the Centuries
The blest land, the best land, the Old North State! - Leonora Monteiro Martin
An Insider's Look: Garage Kept Treasures
Our Estate & Collector Vehicles Director, Mark Terry, rolls up the garage door to reveal two pristine late-model convertibles that deserve the spotlight.
Special Feature with Mark Terry
"These cars are all meant to be driven." - Mark Terry, Director of Estate & Collector Vehicles
An Insider's Look: Inspired by the European Grand Tour
Back from your European getaway and longing for some of its beauty at home? We get it. Feeling inspired by our own travels and the tradition of the Grand Tour, we have curated this timeless selection of continental art, furniture, and decorative accessories from our End of Summer Estate Auction.
Special Feature with Luke Newbold
Spin, sparkle, repeat.
Special Feature with Claire Fraser
Fresh out of the crate, our Fine Art & Silver Director shares 3 paintings by American artist Gladys Nelson Smith.
The Finer Points: Florals in Design
There are always flowers for those who want to see them. - Henri Matisse
Explore Upcoming Events at Leland Little
Join us for preview nights, wine tastings, lectures, community gatherings, and more. Explore the many ways to engage with us here at Leland Little.
Significant Properties: The B.B. Forrest House
What makes a Leland Little Property Significant? Our Properties Director, Beth Louden, reveals the three key elements— location, story, and style.
The Curious Lore of Rubies
For those who love rubies to the moon and back again…
Unboxing: Japanese Lacquered Picnic Set
Is this a miniature tea house, or perhaps a child's toy? It is neither.
The Collector’s Eye: Dr. Keith Stanley
He surrounded himself with art and objects that resonated with his ever working academic mind, living amongst the tangible evidence of material culture that fueled his passion.
The Stars of the Show
Time to celebrate all things that sparkle and shine. We hand selected our favorite fine jewelry pieces that Leland Little consigned over the years.
Special Feature with Rob Golan
Watch as Rob Golan, Rare Coins & Historical Director at Leland Little, points out the defining features of Civil War tintypes offered in the June Estate Auction, June 23rd at 9:00am EDT.
Paperweights: A Purposeful Art
The earliest known decorative paperweights appeared in Europe in the 1840s. Designed for the singular purpose of holding down stacks of paper on desks, paperweights were a response to the evolving needs of mid-nineteenth century life.
Exquisitely Beautiful Specimens of the Ambrotype
Our Rare Coins & Historical Director, Rob Golan, is proud to present a remarkable quarter-plate ambrotype of two young Confederate cavalrymen from Louisiana. This rare ambrotype, along with other ambrotypes and tintypes, was offered in our June Estate Auction.
Special Feature: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Restomod
Behind the Wheel
The Director of Estate & Collector Vehicles, Mark Terry, tells the story of two men with a passion for racing and collecting performance cars.
The Longleat Commodes: More Than Meets the Eye
There is more to this pair of commodes than meets the eye. If they could talk, they would tell tales of their storied provenance. A former home in an Elizabethan estate? Check. Noble ranking owners? Check.
The Bride Wore a Diamond Crescent Brooch
In our Signature Summer Auction, Leland Little offered a treasured Antique Gold and Diamond Crescent Brooch with a romantic provenance. We spoke with Nancy Blount, Director of Jewelry at Leland Little, about the piece.
Special Feature: White Gold and Diamond Ring
This sparkling 2.0 carat rectangular modified brilliant cut diamond ring will be offered in our Signature Summer Auction, this Saturday, June 11th starting at 9:00AM. Add a little sparkle and shine to your summer.
The Collector’s Eye: A Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
Leland Little is proud to offer a Private Collection from Greensboro, North Carolina in our Signature Summer Auction on June 11. This collection features exemplary American and English furniture, fine art and more with storied provenances.
Through the Architect's Lens: Vision & Inspiration
Explore the design details, materials, and feel of our gallery and renovated campus. Listen as our architect, Richard Gurlitz of Gurlitz Architectural Group, describes the design challenge and vision for this project.
The Finer Points: A Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
Explore the finer details of classical art, botanical engravings, Chinese porcelain, and antique furniture. These featured pieces, along with the entirety of the collection will be offered in our Signature Summer Auction, June 11th at 9am EDT.
Unboxing: Rare Spirits
Moonlighting as an academic journal, this clever box is hiding a prohibition era whiskey. Watch this unboxing video and learn more. Bid on this rare whiskey, without a prescription, on Friday, June 10th at noon.
Special Feature: Howard Johnson on the Sporting Art Department
The President of the Carolina Decoy Association speaks about the Leland Little Sporting Art Department and the role it has played in fueling conversation within the Sporting Arts community.
Bierstadt, Homer, and Hassam: Founding Fathers of American Art
Winslow Homer, Albert Bierstadt, and Childe Hassam were titans of American painting in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Three works in our upcoming Summer Signature Auction firmly made their impressions on the landscape of American art history, the artists themselves becoming household names.
How Craft, Community, and Lifestyle Elevate the Decoy
The Leland Little Sporting Art Department spent a fantastic day at the coast, gathering first impressions of Lee Dudley's rare Canvasback decoy while celebrating the Southeast's coastal sporting lifestyle.
The Collector's Eye: Ivan Remnitz
The Collection of Ivan Remnitz spans the globe in both its acquisition story and scope, and has a very clear focus through the lens of the collector’s eye. From artful textiles meant to be hung and admired, to Cycladic inspired sculptures meant to be viewed in the round; the various mediums speak to a sum greater than its parts. This week, we spoke with Remnitz about his collecting journey.
7 Exhibited Artists to Buy in Spring Modern Art & Design
From solo exhibitions at MoMA to current showings at Nasher Museum’s Reckoning and Resilience; artists in our May 19th Spring Modern Art & Design auction have impressive CV’s.
How Elsa Peretti Reintroduced Tiffany & Co. to Silver
A brief history of the iconic collaboration between legendary designer Elsa Peretti and Tiffany & Co., inspired by pieces offered in our upcoming Estate Jewelry, Sterling Silver, & Rare Coins auction on May 12.
An Insider's Look: The Timeless Wood - Mahogany
Interior designers are forecasting the resurgence of mahogany and other dark woods. Perhaps the time spent in our homes during the last two years has us leaning into a cozier design aesthetic. Learn more about the origins of mahogany furniture as well as styling ideas featuring pieces from our upcoming May Estate Auction.