michael Vollbracht Paintings & Artwork for Sale | michael Vollbracht Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 12, 2024
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT STUDIO Two neo-art deco fashion illustrations.
Est: $500 - $750
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT STUDIO Two neo-art deco fashion illustrations. Group of two fashion illustrations, circa 1975. Pen and ink on Bristol board. 333x130 mm; 13⅛x5⅛ inches. 304x143 mm; 12x5⅝ inches. Unsigned.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 24, 2024
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Tulips (A Pair) both 42 x 25 1/2 in. (106.7 x 64.8 cm)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Tulips (A Pair) both signed 'Michaele Vollbracht' (lower left) both gouache, watercolor and pencil on paper both 42 x 25 1/2 in. (106.7 x 64.8 cm)
Bonhams
Oct. 24, 2024
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Christy Turlington, Madonna as Evita, Vanilla Ice, and Shalom Harlow approximately 10 x 20 in. (25.4 x 50.8 cm)
Est: $800 - $1,200
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Christy Turlington, Madonna as Evita, Vanilla Ice, and Shalom Harlow signed 'Michaele Vollbracht' (lower right) mixed media on illustration board approximately 10 x 20 in. (25.4 x 50.8 cm)
Bonhams
Oct. 24, 2024
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Untitled (Homage to Cole Porter) 60 x 40 1/4 in. (152.4 x 102.2 cm)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Untitled (Homage to Cole Porter) signed 'Michaele Vollbracht' (lower right) ink and gouache on paper 60 x 40 1/4 in. (152.4 x 102.2 cm)
Bonhams
Oct. 24, 2024
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Portrait of Charles Frederick Worth 20 x 30 in. (50.8 x 76.2 cm)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Portrait of Charles Frederick Worth signed 'Michaele Vollbracht' (upper left), inscribed in a different hand (on the reverse) gouache, pen and ink on illustration board 20 x 30 in. (50.8 x 76.2 cm)
Bonhams
Jul. 23, 2024
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - UNTITLED (CIRCULAR COMPOSITION)
Est: $200 - $400
Lot 21 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) Untitled (Circular Composition) (1970) gouache and ink on paper signed lower right sheet: 29 3/4 x 23 3/4 inches frame dimensions: 30 x 24 x 1 inches, aluminum frame with glazing Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
May. 19, 2024
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT PAINTING ''TINA TURNER''
Est: $400 - $600
VOLLBRACHT, Michael, (American, 1947-2018): ''Tina Turner'', Mixed Media Painting, sight size 28'' x 18.5'', signed in the bottom margin, framed, 36'' x 28.5''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
May. 19, 2024
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT PAINTING OF MICHAEL JACKSON
Est: $400 - $600
VOLLBRACHT, Michael, (American, 1947-2018): Michael Jackson Performing, Mixed Media, sight size 20'' x 19.25'', singed lower left, framed, 36'' x 28.5''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Apr. 23, 2024
MICHAEL (MICHAELE) VOLLBRACHT, AMERICAN 1947-2018, BILL BLASS - FASHION STUDY, Watercolor, graphite and ink on paper, Sight: 29 1/2 x 21 1/2 in. (74.9 x 54.6 cm.), Frame: 30 x 22 in. (76.2 x 55.9 cm.)
Est: $400 - $600
MICHAEL (MICHAELE) VOLLBRACHT AMERICAN, 1947-2018 BILL BLASS - FASHION STUDY Watercolor, graphite and ink on paper Lower right signed: Michaele Vollbrach Catalogue note: Michael Vollbracht was the head designer for Bill Blass from 2003 to 2007. In his 2018 obituary in the New York Times, Ruth La Ferla wrote: "In designing for, and capturing on canvas, the images of clients and admirers like Elizabeth Taylor, Paloma Picasso and Diana Vreeland, Mr. Vollbracht came to symbolize the unfettered giddiness, extravagance and glamour of the late 1970s and early '80s."
Potomack Company
Jan. 31, 2024
Michael Vollbrach, Large O/C "Famous Face"
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Oversized oil on canvas painting by Michael Vollbrach (American, 1947-2018). Image depicts a man face, however we are unsure as to who this may be. Signed along the top left. Sight seen approx. 50" x 42", overall frame size approx. 51-3/8" x43-3/8". Canvas has a few surface wear marks. NOTE: This is an oversized painting, please inquire about shipping prior to bidding.
Weiss Auctions
Dec. 17, 2023
Michaele Vollbracht Roller Skating Birds Kimono
Est: $50 - $150
Description: Light and breezy vintage Michaele Vollbracht roller skating chicken and duck silk kimono. Measurements: One Size
East-Wing Estate Sales & Auction Co.
Dec. 14, 2023
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT (1947-2018) Boho Fashions.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT (1947-2018) Boho Fashions. Group of three fashion illustrations, ca. 1970. Mixed media on board. Illustration 1: 660x559 mm; 26x22 inches. Illustration 2: 711x559 mm; 28x22 inches. Illustraton 3: 635x508 mm; 25x20 inches. Signed on all three illustrations, "Michaele Vollbracht." Michael Vollbracht was an illustrator and fashion designer who workeed for designers Geoffrey Beene, Norman Norell and Bill Blass, in addition to designing under his own name. As illustrator, he worked for Bloomingdale's where he designed the store's famous Big Brown Bag, as well as the New Yorker which published his celebrity sketches for years. Source: The FMD - FashionModelDirectory.com. (n.d.). Michael Vollbracht - Fashion Designer | Designers | The FMD. https://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/designers/michael-vollbracht/
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 05, 2023
Michaele Vollbracht, "The Permanent Revolution"
Est: $100 - $200
Michaele Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018), mixed media shadow box collage consisting of covers from Fortune magazine (February 1951) and The Magazine Antiques (January 1983), a photograph of a young Native American man, his profile echoing that of George Washington, feathers, leaves, corn, a book of matches, cork, a small broom, and patches with embroidered flowers, signed l.l., 27 3/4" x 35 1/4" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Nov. 16, 2023
Work on paper, Michaele Vollbracht
Est: $500 - $700
Michaele Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018), Untitled (Japanese Scene), mixed media on paper, signed center left, sheet (unframed): 30"h x 30"w. Provenance: Property from the estate of internationally recognized textile artist and designer, Mr. Julian Tomchin (San Francisco, CA).
Clars Auctions
Oct. 11, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT (ATTRIBUTED) - UNTITLED (FASHION PORTRAIT)
Est: $500 - $800
Lot 204 Michaele Vollbracht (attributed) American (1947-2018) Untitled (Fashion Portrait) oil on canvas 60 x 58 inches frame dimensions: 61 1/2 x 59 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches, wood frame Provenance: From an Upper West Side Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Sep. 21, 2023
Michaele Vollbracht Embroidered and Sequined Throw
Est: $300 - $500
Signed. 4 ft. 10 x 40 1/2 in.
STAIR
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - FASHION SKETCH
Est: $400 - $600
Lot 39 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) Fashion Sketch watercolor and graphite on paper 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 25 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on card 3 fashion illustrations of dresses, featuring bold colors, characteristic from the 60's each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 24 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on card comprised of three fashion illustration, with bold colors characteristic of the 60s, showing the same fabric in 3 different dresses each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 23 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on card each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 22 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on cardstock comprised of three fashion illustrations, with one illustration having designer writing on back explaining the use of mens wear fabric for the ballroom each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 6 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on paper each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 5 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and water color on card 3 fashion illustrations, with two featuring denim dresses, the use of denim in luxury clothing was not common at the time and differentiated Mr. Beene by being one of the first to use lower-end fabrics in luxury each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 4 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and watercolor on card each: 15 x 11 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jun. 29, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT - 3 ILLUSTRATIONS FOR GEOFFREY BEENE
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 3 Michaele Vollbracht American (1947-2018) 3 Illustrations for Geoffrey Beene (1960-69) pencil, marker, and watercolor on card 3 fashion illustrations of various styles featuring bold colors, characteristic of the 60's each: 15 x 11 inches frame dimensions: Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
May. 21, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT QUADTRIPTIC O/C MURAL
Est: $12,000 - $15,000
ULTRA LARGE 4 PANEL MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT POLYPTYCH PAINTING ON CANVAS MURAL: A most impressive unframed 4 panel artwork depicting a modernistic woman whose seemingly nude body hidden only by palm fronds. Each panel measures 8"h x 4'w. Unsigned. Michaele Vollbracht, Artist, Fashion Designer, Author, and International Illustrator was also Artistic Director for Bill Blass LTD. Original purchase price $16,000.00.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Apr. 06, 2023
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT (ATTRIBUTED) - UNTITLED (FASHION PORTRAIT)
Est: $700 - $1,000
Lot 79 Michaele Vollbracht (attributed) American (1947-2018) Untitled (Fashion Portrait) oil on canvas 60 x 58 inches frame dimensions: 61 1/2 x 59 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches, wood frame Provenance: From an Upper West Side Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Dec. 07, 2022
Michael Vollbracht (1947-2018) Original Fashion Collage. An original collage comprising cut paper elements from Harper's...
Est: $800 - $1,200
Michael Vollbracht (1947-2018) Original Fashion Collage. An original collage comprising cut paper elements from Harper's Bazaar and Vogue, with monogram signature in ink on the mount at lower right 23 x 35 inches (60 x 90 cm) framed C Collection of Halstonette Nancy North
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 29, 2022
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT, (AMERICAN 1947-2018) ROLLER-SKATING CHICKEN AND DUCK PRINT SILK CAFTAN
Est: $200 - $300
Labeled on interior and in pattern.
DuMouchelles
Mar. 29, 2022
Michael Vollbracht, Woman With Flowing Hair
Est: $400 - $600
Michael Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018) oil on canvas, signed top left. Measures 86" X 18".
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Feb. 26, 2022
Michael Vollbracht (1947 - 2018), still life of a tulip, mixed media, signed in pencil lower left Michael Vollbracht, 40" x 26".
Est: $200 - $400
Michael Vollbracht (1947 - 2018), still life of a tulip, mixed media, signed in pencil lower left Michael Vollbracht, 40" x 26".
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Nov. 17, 2021
Michaele Vollbracht 1947-2018 Abstract Art Collage
Est: $100 - $1,000
Michaele Vollbracht (also Michael Vollbracht) (American, 1947-2018). Modern abstract composition collage. Titled, "New Orleans." Abstract human figures and other forms, including currency. Signature to upper left. Retains WALY FINDLAY GALLERIES tag to verso. Presented in a decorative wood frame. Guaranteed Authentic. Work Size: 27.5 x 34.5 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 29, 2021
Michael Vollbracht (1947-2018) Abstract Paintings
Est: $100 - $1,000
Michael Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018). Pair of mixed media figural abstract paintings. Overlaid paper with a matte finish. Both housed in a black frame. Work Size: 5.75 X 5.75 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will offer in-house continental USA shipping for $85 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 11, 2021
Michael Vollbracht, New York (1947-2018), Portrait of a Woman, oil on canvas, 36 x 30 inches
Est: $800 - $1,200
Michael Vollbracht New York, (1947-2018) Portrait of a Woman oil on canvas signed lower left, unframed. Vollbracht was a fashion designer, most famous for his Bloomingdale's shopping bag from the 1970s in the permanent collection of the Cooper Hewitt Museum, New York.
Link Auction Galleries
Aug. 21, 2021
Michaele Vollbracht Liz Taylor Fashion Drawing & 3 Photos
Est: $500 - $750
Drawing depicts a design created by Michaele Vollbracht for Elizabeth Taylor, and is accompanied by a photo of her wearing the dress and two smaller images of the dress layed flat. Photo is inscribed "Photo by Stephanie Rancon, NYC Roseland, 1981." Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia} Provenance: Michaele Vollbracht | Private Collection, Palm Beach, FL.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Aug. 21, 2021
Michaele Vollbracht Liz Taylor Fashion Drawing & Photo
Est: $500 - $750
"It's not the having, it's the getting." - Elizabeth Taylor. Drawing depicts a design created by Michaele Vollbracht for Elizabeth Taylor, and is accompanied by a photo of her wearing the dress. Photo is inscribed "Photo by Peter Fisher, London, 1981." Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia} Provenance: Michaele Vollbracht | Private Collection, Palm Beach, FL.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Aug. 21, 2021
Michaele Vollbracht Collage/Mixed Media Work
Est: $500 - $800
Gallery label to reverse: Short Hills Art Gallery, Short Hills, New Jersey. Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia} Provenance: The Estate of Michaele Vollbracht, Safety Harbor, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Aug. 21, 2021
Michaele Vollbracht Mixed Media Work
Est: $500 - $800
Work is titled "Natural History." Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia} Provenance: The Estate of Michaele Vollbracht, Safety Harbor, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Apr. 23, 2021
MICHAELE VOLLBRACHT (D.2018) MARILYN MONROE PRINT
Est: $100 - $200
Framed offset print on paper, Marilyn Monroe, signed in print and by hand lower right Michaele Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018), dated 1985 with personalized dedication, sight: approx 34.5"h, 23.5"w, overall: 35.25"h, 24.25"w, 10.25lbs **Provenance: The estate of a Houston Socialite who enjoyed a long career in modeling, both nationally and internationally. She loved and studied interior design and fashion, and was known for her pristine style** Start Price: $80.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Dec. 05, 2020
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Flower Watercolor
Est: $250 - $500
For your consideration is this original Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) framed flower watercolor. This is a good framed piece of art showing a salmon pink colored flower and shows the artist signature in bottom right hand corner. Michaele Vollbracht was an American fashion designer who has worked both under his own name, and also as head designer for Bill Blass Limited from 2003 until his resignation in 2007. He was also well known as an illustrator, though he considered himself first and foremost a fashion designer. The condition of this framed water color is good with no obvious signs of damage and in good display condition. The measurements of this framed watercolor are 33 1/4" x 25 3/4" and the visible art measures 24 1/4" x 17 1/2".
North American Auction Company
Dec. 05, 2020
Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) Flower Watercolor
Est: $250 - $500
For your consideration is this original Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) framed flower watercolor. This is a good framed piece of art showing a salmon pink colored flower and shows the artist signature in bottom left hand corner. Michaele Vollbracht was an American fashion designer who has worked both under his own name, and also as head designer for Bill Blass Limited from 2003 until his resignation in 2007. He was also well known as an illustrator, though he considered himself first and foremost a fashion designer. The condition of this framed water color is good with no obvious signs of damage and in good display condition. The measurements of this framed watercolor are 33 1/4" x 25 3/4" and the visible art measures 24 1/4" x 17 1/2".
North American Auction Company
Nov. 21, 2020
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT, Large Oil on Canvas, Flowers
Est: $200 - $400
Large oil on canvas painting by renowned artist and fashion designer Michael Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018). Brightly colored floral still life on lavender background. Overall framed size is 55" x 42". Signed at top left. Excellent condition with some wear to the framing. Vollbracht was head designer for Bill Blass from 2003 to 2007 and has designed and illustrated for Geoffrey Beene, Henri Bendel, Bloomingdales and many others. Named a top illustrator by The New Yorker in 1989.
Blackwell Auctions LLC
Oct. 18, 2020
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT PAINTING "TINA TURNER"
Est: $800 - $1,200
VOLLBRACHT, Michael, (American, 1947-2018): "Tina Turner", Mixed Media Painting, sight size 28" x 18.5", signed in the bottom margin, framed, 36" x 28.5".
Burchard Galleries Inc
Sep. 12, 2020
MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT, Large Oil on Canvas, Flowers
Est: $500 - $1,000
Large oil on canvas painting by renowned artist and fashion designer Michael Vollbracht (American, 1947-2018). Brightly colored floral still life on lavender background. Overall framed size is 55" x 42". Signed at top left. Excellent condition with some wear to the framing. Vollbracht was head designer for Bill Blass from 2003 to 2007 and has designed and illustrated for Geoffrey Beene, Henri Bendel, Bloomingdales and many others. Named a top illustrator by The New Yorker in 1989.
Blackwell Auctions LLC
Aug. 20, 2020
Michaele Vollbracht Liz Taylor Fashion Drawing & Photo
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
"It's not the having, it's the getting." - Elizabeth Taylor Drawing depicts a design created by Michaele Vollbracht for Elizabeth Taylor, and is accompanied by a photo of her wearing the dress. Photo is inscribed "Photo by Peter Fisher, London, 1981." Provenance: Michaele Vollbracht | Private Collection, Palm Beach, FL. Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia}
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Aug. 20, 2020
Michaele Vollbracht Liz Taylor Fashion Drawing & 3 Photos
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
"When people say: She's got everything. I've only one answer: I haven't had tomorrow." - Elizabeth Taylor Drawing depicts a design created by Michaele Vollbracht for Elizabeth Taylor, and is accompanied by a photo of her wearing the dress and two smaller images of the dress layed flat. Photo is inscribed "Photo by Stephanie Rancon, NYC Roseland, 1981." Provenance: Michaele Vollbracht | Private Collection, Palm Beach, FL. Michaele Vollbracht (1947-2018) was an artist and fashion designer working both under his own name and for other designers, notably Bill Blass Limited, Geoffrey Beene and Donald Brooks. Vollbracht was the designer of Bloomingdale's famous Face Bag, and recipient of the 1980 Coty Award. His artwork has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Smithsonian Institution and is included in many private collections, among them former President Gerald Ford, Diane von Furstenberg, Elizabeth Taylor, and Paloma Picasso. {source: Wikipedia}
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
May. 31, 2020
Michaele Vollbracht "Mask with Bowl"
Est: $100 - $200
After Michaele Vollbracht print, signed in image lower left. Image: 14.25" H x 9.75" W; frame: 22" H x 17.5" W x 0.625" D.
Auctions at Showplace
May. 27, 2020
Michael Vollbracht 1947-2018 NYC Pop Art Print
Est: $50 - $500
Vintage litho print on paper by Michael Vollbracht (1947-2018 New York) Depicts a the visage of a gorgeous woman. Bloomingdales used this image on shopping bags in the 1970's. Signed in the plate. Work 13 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in. Frame 21 in. x 26 3/4 in. Good condition with mild surface wear, toning, wrinkling of paper. Wear to frame, losses to frame. Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
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